January 2014 - Michlib-l

Book covers taken
by Margaret Bentley 16 Jan '14

16 Jan '14

All of the book covers have been taken. -- Margaret Bentley Adult Services Librarian Shiawassee District Library--Owosso 502 W. Main Owosso, MI 48867 989-725-5134

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Services for Students with visual or hearing disabilities
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 16 Jan '14

16 Jan '14

For those who have K-12 patrons who have a visual impairment or are deaf and/or hard of hearing, the Department of Education has an office that provides resources and services through schools, the Low Incidence Outreach (LIO) office. In an effort to keep libraries informed of services that may be available for their patrons, please find the current LIO newsletter attached. A full description of the LIO Office with contact information is below. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Michigan Department of Education, Low Incidence Outreach (MDE-LIO) Programs and Services Contact: LIO Office at (517) 373-2887; toll free (888) 760-2206 The current MDE-LIO program was previously known as Michigan School for the Blind-Low Incidence Outreach. The MDE-LIO staff provide outreach services to all local education agencies (LEAs), public school academies (PSAs), intermediate school districts (ISDs), children with a visual impairment, students who are deaf and/or hard of hearing, and their families, as well as other resource agencies. The overarching goal is to provide technical assistance and resources to enable local service providers to serve and improve the quality of education for students with a visual impairment or those who are deaf and/or hard of hearing including those with multiple impairments.

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Free law materials looking for a new home
by Sheila Bissonnette 16 Jan '14

16 Jan '14

Good afternoon, A local attorney has some law materials that she is interested in giving to any library interested. The collection includes 100 volumes of American Law Reports 3D. Also the American Law Reports 4th (62 volumes) If anyone is interested just let me know. Sheila Sheila M. Bissonnette, MLIS Library Director Pere Marquette District Library & Harrison District Library Pere Marquette District Library Harrison District Library 185 E. 4th Street 105 E. Main Street Clare, MI 48617 P.O. Box 380 www.pmdl.org<http://www.pmdl.org/> Harrison, MI 48625 www.harrisondistrictlibrary.org<www.harrisondistrictlibrary.org%20> Phone: (989) 386-7576 ext 4 Phone: (989) 539-6711 Fax: (989) 386-3576 Fax: (989) 539-6301 Cell: (989) 878-0450 [PMDLLogoSign] [Description: hdlsign] This institution is an equal opportunity employer: If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request a form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send you completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, or by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at program.intake(a)usda.gov<mailto:program.intake@usda.gov>

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Net Neutrality court decision
by Mase, Sheryl (MDE) 16 Jan '14

16 Jan '14

Court of Appeals decision made regarding net neutrality: http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2014/01/ala-troubled-court-s-net-neu…

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Summer Reading Performer
by Michelle Moore 16 Jan '14

16 Jan '14

Evart & Lake City would like to book The Spoon Man this summer, but we need a third library who can book him for Thursday, July 17th in the afternoon (about 4pm?). If we have 3 libraries within an hour of each other, he will offer us the special price of $300 per library, instead of the regular $400. Please contact me if you are interested. I have not seen him, but I am told he is very good, and I wanted something different this year. Have a super day! Michelle :) Michelle Moore Library Director Ardis Missaukee District Library 210 S. Canal #340 Lake City, MI 49651 231-839-2166 moore(a)missaukeelibrary.org<mailto:moore@missaukeelibrary.org> www.missaukeelibrary.org<http://www.missaukeelibrary.org/> “No man can be called friendless when he has God and the companionship of good books.” Elizabeth Barrett Browning

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Memoir Writing Program Recommendation for Great Michigan Read
by Darlene Hellenberg 16 Jan '14

16 Jan '14

Hi Everyone, I'd like to pass on information about a wonderful program we're going to have at the Ferndale Library this Spring for our Great Michigan Read program. It's a memoir writing program put together by the women who own Your Personal Memoir, a business in town. More information about the program is listed below. They'd love to work with you if you're interested. They're very professional and lovely to work with. We're really looking forward to hosting them. *Memoir-Writing Workshop for Great Michigan Reads* *Your Personal Memoir, LLC. *– a metro Detroit-based memoir writing company – is offering a *“How to Write Your Memoir”* workshop to participating Great Michigan Reads libraries or any libraries interested in inspiring programming. The one to two hour workshop explains the value of preserving family stories, how to get started on a memoir, interviewing techniques and how to self publish. Participants will practice writing and come away inspired to record their stories to be enjoyed for generations to come. Your Personal Memoir is owned by Gigi VanderWeele, a former Detroit Free Press reporter, and Susan Carroll, a former human resources executive. The two help individuals or families preserve life stories with beautiful, heirloom-quality hardcover books. For more information visit www.yourpersonalmemoir.com . For information about a “How to Write Your Memoir” workshop call 248-629-0697. -- Darlene Hellenberg Adult Services Librarian Ferndale Public Library (248) 547-6008

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FW: Webinar on Immigration Resources for Public Librarians Scheduled
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 16 Jan '14

16 Jan '14

For those working with immigrant populations, the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) are beginning a series of free webinars for public libraries about immigration and U.S. citizenship. Please see more detailed information below. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Subject: Webinar on Immigration Resources for Public Librarians Scheduled To view this message in a browser, please click here<http://www.idevmail.net/message.aspx?d=73&m=1876&e=reishk@michigan.gov&r=93…>. [IMLS logo] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 16, 2014 IMLS Press Contact 202-653-4799 Giuliana Bullard, gbullard(a)imls.gov<mailto:gbullard@imls.gov> Webinar on Immigration Resources for Public Librarians Scheduled The Tuesday, February 4 webinar will feature USCIS representatives Washington, DC—The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will present the first in a series of free webinars for public libraries about immigration and U.S. citizenship topics. The series was developed as part of a partnership between IMLS and USCIS<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=1&d=73&mid=363882&m=1876> to ensure that librarians have the necessary tools and knowledge to refer their patrons to accurate and reliable sources of information on immigration-related topics. The USCIS Customer Service Tools and Resources: An Overview for Libraries webinar will highlight the agency’s work with libraries, ways in which libraries can find immigration and citizenship information online, and practical activities libraries can implement to engage the immigrant community. The webinar will take place February 4, from 1:00 p.m.- 2:30 p.m. EST. No pre-registration is required. To participate, click on this link at the time of the webinar: https://sas.elluminate.com/m.jnlp?sid=2012653&password=M.6C6A7E79AD0A9BABDF…<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=2&d=73&mid=363882&m=1876> (The link will enable you to enter the Blackboard Collaborative Meeting Room only at the time of the webinar and is provided now for your reference.) You may listen using your computer’s speakers, or dial 1-866-299-7945 and when prompted, enter the passcode 9910420#. To add this webinar session to your calendar, please click the following link: https://sas.elluminate.com/mvc?sid=2012653&miuid=078D04CD4FB31CB668B8BC338F…<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=3&d=73&mid=363882&m=1876> To sign up for updates about upcoming webinars and additional immigration and citizenship resources, register your email address on the USCIS website<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=4&d=73&mid=363882&m=1876>. About the Institute of Museum and Library Services The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries and 17,500 museums. Our mission is to inspire libraries and museums to advance innovation, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. Our grant making, policy development, and research help libraries and museums deliver valuable services that make it possible for communities and individuals to thrive. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=5&d=73&mid=363882&m=1876> and follow us on Facebook<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=6&d=73&mid=363882&m=1876> and Twitter<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=7&d=73&mid=363882&m=1876>.

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Free Book Covers
by Margaret Bentley 16 Jan '14

16 Jan '14

We have 3 boxes of Kapco Easy Cover Book Covers (100 covers/box) to give away. They will fit books 8.5 x 5.25 inches wide. If you are interested, please let us know. -- Margaret Bentley Adult Services Librarian Shiawassee District Library--Owosso 502 W. Main Owosso, MI 48867 989-725-5134

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Adult Services 30-hour Librarian Opening at Cromaine!
by Ceci Marlow 16 Jan '14

16 Jan '14

Be a Connector and a Connection for Cromaine District Library! Cromaine is The Place to Connect to-- Learn - technology, online education, new interest Enjoy – discovery, enrichment, cultural and leisure activities People – expertise, gatherings and groups, friends, legacy We continue to weather the economic storms of Michigan without lay-offs, cutting individual staff hours, closing doors or reducing hours, or slashing the materials budget. Now we have a 30-hour Adult Services Librarian position with emphasis on serving our business community. We believe we are the place to connect—with warm and friendly staff, the Web, and the community. If that’s your desire, interest, and future vision, too, then we need you! Cromaine District Library is located near the intersection of M-59 and US-23—easy to get to from Detroit, Lansing, Ann Arbor, and Flint. Cromaine-Village (built in 1927 and expanded in 1980) is the main library with the largest collection and programming space, but we also offer a popular collection and an increasing number of programs at the Crossroads Branch, in a strip mall, established 2005. Cromaine wins grants, including National Endowment for the Arts’ The Big Read--our sixth year just around the corner. In recent months, we’ve been notified of three other successful grant applications. Grants for technology in Youth, local business sponsorships for an expanded summer concert series, exhibits from the Smithsonian and the Arab-American National Museum—we are a place to connect to culture, music, technology, makers, as well as reading in every format. We offer Color Nooks and Kindles loaded with bestsellers for check-out; IPads for use in the building; and just upped the number of purchased databases and services beyond what the MeL offers. Plus we are both an OverDrive (TLN’s Download Destination) plus Advantage, Axis 360 library, and, now, hoopla from Midwest Tape, library. On top of all this, we are revisiting our expansion plans because we simply need more space to carry out and support (with collection and services) a very full event calendar (check It out at www.cromaine.org/Programs and Events). $17.20 per hour to start, 30 hours per week; includes some evenings and weekends. MLA membership and national conference attendance (in rotation) paid. After successful completion of the 90-day introductory period, an increase to $17.95 is planned. Share your love for new technologies and public service with a community that loves its library and its library staff even more. Send your application (available at www.cromaine.org--Cromaine News & Info--Forms), resume, MLS classes in technology and adult services, and a cover letter to “Adult Librarian” at Cromaine or e-mail (preferred to be “green”) to brentola(a)cromaine.org by January 31, 2014—position applications accepted until filled.

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PC Purchases
by Stacy Pasche 16 Jan '14

16 Jan '14

I am wondering what PC vendors you have used successfully. In the past we have used TechSoup and a local computer company. At this time I am finding reasonable rates on CDW for new computers, but want to make sure I'm not missing out on something. Thanks! -- Stacy Pasche, Assistant Library Director

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