October 2014 - Michlib-l

Reviewing ILS
by Laura Walton 29 Oct '14

29 Oct '14

Please Excuse any Cross Posting We are reviewing our current ILS, Millennium, and would appreciate any feedback from other libraries that have migrated from Millennium to Sierra, OCLC’s Worldshare Management Service, or SirsiDynix Symphony. We currently use the following modules in Millennium and are looking for similar or better functionality: Circulation, Serials, Acquisitions, Cataloging, ERM, and Media Management. Also, if you are a MeLCat library, we would appreciate any comments on transitioning from using MeLCat through Millennium versus running MeLCat on the DCB server. Thank you in advance for your input! *Laura Walton* Circulation Librarian|Miller Library Cornerstone University 1001 E. Beltline Ave. NE|Grand Rapids, MI 49525 laura.walton(a)cornerstone.edu 616.222.1451

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Deadline to register for November 6 media coaching program is Friday
by Heather Ladiski 29 Oct '14

29 Oct '14

Time is running out to secure a seat for this great opportunity to learn valuable tools to make your library even more visible in your community. The deadline to register is Friday, October 31. On November 6, 2014, the Cooperative Directors Association, the Library of Michigan, and the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) will co-host a program instructing and preparing librarians on interacting with the media. For the low cost of $70/person (including lunch), you will work with public relations expert, Robert Kolt, of Kolt Communications, and his team on skills such as talking to the media, what to say and when to say it. Head of the journalism faculty at Wayne State University and Michigan Radio’s senior political analyst Jack Lessenberry will present on how to develop win-win relationships with local journalists. Reporters, now more than ever, need trained librarians to help teach them how much and in how many ways they can help reporters do their jobs. Librarians need reporters help in promoting local events and services. This program will be held at the Meijer branch of the Jackson District Library. For more information and to register, go to the Media Coaching for Librarians events page: http://www.mcls.org/training-events/events/media-coaching-librarians/. This project is supported (in part) by the Library of Michigan with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. ******************** Heather M. Ladiski, CAP-OM Executive Assistant/Meeting Planner Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 1407 Rensen Street, Suite 1 Lansing, Michigan 48910-3657 800/530-9019 ext. 133 517/394-2420 ext. 133 Fax: 517/492-3885 NOTE: New email: ladiskih(a)mcls.org website: www.mcls.org Check out the MCLS Training Calendar at: http://www.mcls.org/training-events Like us on Facebook for the latest MCLS news: https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org

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WORKSHOP: Planning and Conducting Oral History Projects - November 7
by HSM Web 29 Oct '14

29 Oct '14

Upcoming Workshop . Friday, November 7 Planning and Conducting Oral History Projects With Representatives of the Michigan Oral History Association This workshop will take place 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website. Those looking to start an oral history project will not want to miss this workshop presented by representatives of the Michigan Oral History Association. The session will cover the process of identifying interviewees, developing questionnaires, and conducting interviews. A follow-up workshop will examine best practices in preserving these oral histories and making them accessible to the public. This workshop is co-sponsored by the Michigan Archival Association. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website. _____ _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our state's oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan's rich history. _____ For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370 Future History Skills Workshops Friday, November 21 Preserving and Cataloging Oral History Projects Friday, December 5 Developing Exhibit Content <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Visit our website for full descriptions of each workshop. This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our state's history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with "remove" in the subject line.

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Gale ProMo
by BiggThomas, Deb (MDE) 28 Oct '14

28 Oct '14

Did you know that you can request promotional materials for your Gale eResources from MeL as well as those you may subscribe to and that they will be sent to you at no cost? Well, you can! And the following have just been added to the list of materials already available-including a bookmark for the Michigan Online Resources for Educators (M.O.R.E.)-via the Michigan eLibrary link in Gale ProMo, http://galepromo.com. Biography & Genealogy Master Index Books & Authors Business Insights: Global Chilton Computer Database Culinary Arts Collection Expanded Academic ASAP General Business File ASAP General One File General Reference Center Gold Health & Reference Center Academic Informe! InfoTrac Newsstand InfoTrac Junior Edition InfoTrac Student Edition LegalTrac Michigana: Sources in U.S. History We ask that you click on the MeL link in ProMo when requesting posters, bookmarks and/or table tents for the Gale eResources available in MeL. You'll need the username and password to access: gale150395 is the username and 150395 is the password for Michigan libraries. If you choose the "I'll Tweek It!" option, you can add your library's information/logo, school mascot, or even your own photo! How cool is that! Thanks Gale :) Kind regards, Deb Deb Biggs Thomas, MA AMLS Michigan eLibrary & Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517-373-4466 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Visit MeL at: http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> and on Facebook at: http://facebook.com/mel.org The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a new video series highlighting Michigan libraries and how they are making a difference in their communities. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ and watch the 21st Century Libraries episode.

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By-laws for Friends group
by Sylvia Merz 28 Oct '14

28 Oct '14

Hello everyone! Our Friends group is reviewing, revising their by-laws, and asked me to see if anyone would be willing to share their Friends group's by-laws. If you have access to this, or can pass the request on to your Friends group to send to me, I would be very appreciative. My email is lelandlibrary(a)lelandtownshiplibrary.org Thanks, and Happy Halloween! Sylvia Merz, Director Leland Township Library 203 E. Cedar St., P.O. Box 736 Leland, MI 49654-0736 PH: 231-256-9152 FAX: 231-256-8847 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday - 10 to 5 Wednesday-10 to 6 Saturday-10 to 2 www.lelandtownshiplibrary.michlibrary.org <http://www.lelandtownshiplibrary.michlibrary.org/> cid:image001.jpg@01CE99C7.13A1DE40

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Through the Eyes of Rose presentation
by Mary Vergowven 28 Oct '14

28 Oct '14

The Ellis Library & Reference Center hosted John Kozak's presentation titled Through the Eyes of Rose: A Mother's Flight to Freedom in a Memory Mosaic last Thursday evening. The audience listened attentively as Mr. Kozak spoke of how his mother escaped the 1949 Communist regime in Czechoslovakia with her two children, one of which was Mr. Kozak himself, aged seven. The program was based on Kozak's book with the same title. If your library is looking for a worthwhile, timely program, please contact John Kozak at JKozakInc(a)aol.com I found him quite easy to work with, and he interacted very well with the audience. He brought copies of the book with him to sign and sell. The link below will lead to more detailed information about the program http://mymcls.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails.aspx?EventId=26843&lib= Mary Vergowven Reference Librarian Ellis Library and Reference Center Monroe County Library System 3700 South Custer, Monroe, MI 48161 (734) 241-5277 mary.vergowven(a)monroe.lib.mi.us<mailto:mary.vergowven@monroe.lib.mi.us>

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Youth Librarian posting for Cromaine District Library - 2014 Winner of State Librarian's Citation of Excellence!
by Ceci Marlow 28 Oct '14

28 Oct '14

Michigan’s New Economy is around the corner and we’re part of what is making it happen—a terrific training ground and a great place to be a proactive leader, not waiting for the next “axe to fall.” Are you ready to guide the journey of the mind for a three-year-old? Is it in your heart and soul to be the inspirer of a 12-year-old? Do you “get it” when a teen discovers a topic to be passionate about and needs more and more reading, web sites, and, well, just everything about “it”? Then we need you to be our next 20-hour Youth Librarian, specializing in preschool story and other experiences (we’re big on science and art!) and collection development for youth fiction in particular. 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 events at the Crossroads Branch,established 2005. Cromaine wins grants, including National Endowment for the Arts’ The Big Read-seven years now. Our 2015 read of “Old School" includes local schools, writing contests for teens and adults (which the past two years resulted in published anthologies of writing and illustration). In 2011 we received a $16,000 grant from the PNC Foundation to create an early literacy center made up of four AWE machines. Grant work is going out to bring 3D printing to our library plus two teen-centric facilities in the community. And we offer a tech sandbox at each of our adult, youth, and Crossroads service desks. We’ve hosted the Smithsonian’s “The Way We Worked” exhibit, the National Science Foundation’s Harry Potter and the History of Science exhibit, Prime Time Family Reading Time, a demonstration site for the new middle school book discussion group, Muslim Journeys, and a Dollar General grant that links end-of-school-year reading scores for boys with beginning-of-school year reading scores to demonstrate the value of interactive summer reading groups specifically for the 8- to 12-year-old. Cromaine’s first shared value is “Investing in Future Generations.” Bring your commitment to innovative learning experiences for children, tweens, and teens to Cromaine where we create an “aha experience” every day. Read our online annual reports to see the positive patron experiences being created every day at Cromaine. Share your love of children with a community that loves Cromaine. $17.20 per hour to start, 20 hours per week; includes some evenings and weekends. MLA membership and conference attendance paid. After successful completion of the 90-day introductory period, an increase to $17.95 is planned. View the job description and obtain the application at www.cromaine.org--Cromaine News & Info--Forms, and send application, resume with MLS classes in youth services, and a cover letter to “Youth Librarian” at Cromaine or e-mail (preferred to be “green”) to brentola(a)cromaine.org <mailto:brentola@cromaine.org> by November 10, 2014. *CROMAINE DISTRICT LIBRARY* *Hartland**, Michigan*** *Youth Librarian* *REPORTS TO:*Adult & Youth Manager *JOB SUMMARY:*Provides services to young people, including children, tweens, and teens, their caregivers, teachers, and adults who work with them, helps patrons to use the library effectively and assists with collection development and library programs for young people. /An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions.These examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily./ // *DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES /Essential Job Functions/* *R**eference & Reader’s Advisory* Provide effective, positive, and personalized reference and reader’s advisory services in person, by telephone, and e-mail, using traditional resources and electronic databases. Conduct efficient reference interviews to determine information need and best sources to use. Move through the youth and teen areas regularly to check with patrons regarding their information needs. Provide assistance and instruction to the public on the use of the library, its materials, electronic information sources, and the computer catalog. Assist library users with electronic information sources and the computer catalog. Initiate ILL requests as necessary. *Collection development* Select and order materials based on reviews, catalogs, recommendations and patron requests. Preview new materials being added to the collection in order to know what is available and provide it quickly to the patron. Evaluate collection in assigned areas regularly for development or weeding. Catalog, or enhance cataloging (e.g. lexiles, subjects), materials as needed. Compile bibliographies, path finders, files and reports in print or electronically, participating in social media expression. *Library Events & Public Relations* Assist with arrangements and publicity for events, exhibits, displays, and other activities of community interest. Prepare and conduct story time and other experiences on-site and in schools, homes, and other outreach settings. Assist with seasonal newsletter and other forms of communication to the community. Promote the library through tours and outreach activities. *Computer* Keep up to date with new technology and ways of accessing information. Perform basic hardware troubleshooting in order to resolve equipment problems as quickly as possible. *Other* Maintain statistics on reference service use and program attendance. Act as back-up for the Adult Services Department and other departments, including Circulation, as needed. Participate in professional meetings and continuing education activities. Stay current with changes in reference services through continuing education, reading professional journals and networking through professional associations and colleagues. Other duties as assigned. *MINIMUM__QUALIFICATIONS */The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position./ *Education, certification and training* Masters degree in Library Science, or 30 credit hours toward the degree, from an ALA accredited library school. Professional Librarian’s certificate from the Library of Michigan. Library experience desirable. *Skills and abilities* Genuine interest in providing superior public service. Ability to achieve and maintain cooperative and effective relations with members of the general public and with other employees. Solid knowledge of popular reading materials, reference tools, and electronic resources. Ability to select appropriate reading materials for the children and teen collections. Ability to present programs for young people and their families and prepare library exhibits. Ability to work independently and take initiative. Ability to use word processing, spread sheet and database programs. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. *Physical abilities* Ability to lift and safely carry 25 lbs. Able to move throughout the library. Ability to reach, bend, grasp, push and pull Able to discern audible tones at both ends of spectrum; full near, distance, color, and peripheral vision, acceptable with correction. *Other* Flexibility in scheduling, including the ability to work evenings and weekends. /The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skill and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description.The qualifications should not be viewed as an expression of absolute employment or promotional standards but as general guidelines and should be considered along with other job related selection or promotional criteria./ *__* *PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, and occasionally required to travel to other locations.The employee is frequently required to sit,stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and stoop, kneel, or crouch.The employee regularly must lift and/or move moderately heavy objects.Specific vision requirement of the job include near vision, distance vision, color vision, and peripheral vision. /The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential function of the job./ Adopted 8/98; rev. 12/01, 10/02, 6/09, 6/12//

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Michigan Academic Library Association now accepting membership applications
by Heather Ladiski 28 Oct '14

28 Oct '14

Excuse duplicate messages. Please feel free to forward to anyone that may be interested in this information! *********************************** The Interim Board of the Michigan Academic Library Association (Mi-ALA) is pleased to announce we are ready for individual members to join. The Board has selected officers and is continuing the work of designing the new miala.org <http://www.miala.org> site, writing bylaws, and collating information from the Fall event evaluations. If you are interested in joining our burgeoning organization, please fill out the membership form using the link below. Stay tuned for more information coming soon. http://goo.gl/Zu0BQb Stephanie D. Davis, Jackson College, co-chair Rachel M. Minkin, Michigan State University, co-chair Mary Beeker, Northwestern Michigan College, secretary Cliff Haka Michigan State University, treasurer Margaret Auer, University of Detroit-Mercy Scott Garrison, Ferris State University Christina Radisauskas, Aquinas College -- *********** Heather Ladiski, CAP-OM Michigan Academic Library Association heather(a)miala.org Phone 517-492-3802 Fax 517-492-3803 www.miala.org

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FW: REMINDER: SIGN UP FOR THE KALAMAZOO PUBLIC LIBRARY YOUTH LITERTURE SEMINAR FEATURING NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR TODD PARR!
by Farrell Howe 28 Oct '14

28 Oct '14

Contact: Farrell Howe Marketing & Communications Manager Kalamazoo Public Library (269) 553-7879 It's Okay to Read Todd Parr is the Keynote Speaker for the 2014 Kalamazoo Public Library's 37th Annual Mary Calletto Rife Youth Literature Seminar EVENT: NOVEMBER 14! REGISTER TODAY Kalamazoo Public Library<http://www.kpl.gov/> is proud to announce the keynote speaker for the 2014 Annual Mary Calletto Rife Youth Literature Seminar<http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar>: Todd Parr! This year's seminar also features educator and Michigan Cool Teacher winner Ed Spicer, and award winning EMU professor, Dr. Mary Bigler. Meet the Author Event Date: Thursday, November 13, 2014 Time: 6:30 - 8 pm Location: Central Library<http://www.kpl.gov/central/>, 315 South Rose Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 Meet the New York Times Bestselling Author, Todd Parr! Todd Parr likes the fog. He likes sea lions and dolphins. He likes to pain and his favorite color is blue. His favorite food is macaroni and cheese. He is also a dog lover. Meet the New York Times Bestselling Author of The Earth Book and the Emmy Award winning creator of ToddWorld. Author and illustrator of more than 30 books, Todd Parr is also the winner of two National Parenting Publication Awards and three Oppenheim Gold Awards. Bookbug will be selling books for the event for signing. 2014 Youth Literature Seminar Date: Friday, November 14, 2014 Time: 9 am - 3:30 pm (check in begins at 8 am) Location: KVCC Texas Township Campus<https://www.kvcc.edu/campuslife/ttc/ttc.htm>, 6767 West O Avenue (Map, Directions<https://www.kvcc.edu/about/virtualtour/area_map.htm> free parking) Registration Required: $40 (includes lunch) $20 College Students (with ID) with lunch $10 College Students (with ID) without lunch Call 269-553-7804 for more information or register online<http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar/youth-literature-seminar.aspx>. * Bookbug Scholarship application<http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar/bookbug-scholarship.aspx> * Schedule<http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar/schedule.aspx> * Speakers<http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar/speakers.aspx> About the Mary Calletto Rife Youth Literature Seminar The Mary Calletto Rife Youth Literature Seminar grew out of a yearly observance of Children's Book Week at the Kalamazoo Public Library. Each year beginning in 1919, the third week in November was designated as the time to celebrate good books for children. In 1978, Mary Calletto Rife, then head of the Children's Department of Kalamazoo Public Library, decided to expand the celebration into a seminar for librarians, teachers, students, and others with a desire to promote children's literature. The seminar was renamed in honor of Ms. Rife after she retired from the library at the end of 2001. Kalamazoo Public Library now leads a collaboration including Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo Valley Community College, the Kalamazoo Public Schools, and others in the community in producing this seminar each year. While the Children's Book Council, the national sponsor of Children's Book Week, moved their observance to the first two weeks of May in 2008, KPL continues to celebrate youth literature in November. KPL has hosted such youth literature luminaries as Laurie Halse Anderson, Christopher Paul Curtis, Kate DiCamillo, Sharon Flake, Angela Johnson, Steven Kellogg, Ron Koertge, Kadir Nelson, Jerry, Gloria Jean and Brian Pinkney, David Small and Sarah Stewart, Sonya Sones, Terry Trueman, and Tasha Tudor at previous seminars<http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar/featured-authors.aspx>. Media: Images available - contact Farrell Howe at farrellh(a)kpl.gov<mailto:farrellh@kpl.gov> #### Farrell Howe Marketing & Communications Manager Kalamazoo Public Library 269-553-7879 | www.kpl.gov<http://www.kpl.gov/> [cid:image002.jpg@01CDBD09.DBA0DB80]<http://www.kpl.gov/>

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REMINDER: SIGN UP FOR THE KALAMAZOO PUBLIC LIBRARY YOUTH LITERTURE SEMINAR FEATURING NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR TODD PARR!
by Farrell Howe 28 Oct '14

28 Oct '14

Contact: Farrell Howe Marketing & Communications Manager Kalamazoo Public Library (269) 553-7879 It's Okay to Read Todd Parr is the Keynote Speaker for the 2014 Kalamazoo Public Library's 37th Annual Mary Calletto Rife Youth Literature Seminar EVENT: NOVEMBER 14! REGISTER TODAY Kalamazoo Public Library<http://www.kpl.gov/> is proud to announce the keynote speaker for the 2014 Annual Mary Calletto Rife Youth Literature Seminar<http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar>: Todd Parr! This year's seminar also features educator and Michigan Cool Teacher winner Ed Spicer, and award winning EMU professor, Dr. Mary Bigler. Meet the Author Event Date: Thursday, November 13, 2014 Time: 6:30 - 8 pm Location: Central Library<http://www.kpl.gov/central/>, 315 South Rose Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 Meet the New York Times Bestselling Author, Todd Parr! Todd Parr likes the fog. He likes sea lions and dolphins. He likes to pain and his favorite color is blue. His favorite food is macaroni and cheese. He is also a dog lover. Meet the New York Times Bestselling Author of The Earth Book and the Emmy Award winning creator of ToddWorld. Author and illustrator of more than 30 books, Todd Parr is also the winner of two National Parenting Publication Awards and three Oppenheim Gold Awards. Bookbug will be selling books for the event for signing. 2014 Youth Literature Seminar Date: Friday, November 14, 2014 Time: 9 am - 3:30 pm (check in begins at 8 am) Location: KVCC Texas Township Campus<https://www.kvcc.edu/campuslife/ttc/ttc.htm>, 6767 West O Avenue (Map, Directions<https://www.kvcc.edu/about/virtualtour/area_map.htm> free parking) Registration Required: $40 (includes lunch) $20 College Students (with ID) with lunch $10 College Students (with ID) without lunch Call 269-553-7804 for more information or register online<http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar/youth-literature-seminar.aspx>. * Bookbug Scholarship application<http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar/bookbug-scholarship.aspx> * Schedule<http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar/schedule.aspx> * Speakers<http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar/speakers.aspx> About the Mary Calletto Rife Youth Literature Seminar The Mary Calletto Rife Youth Literature Seminar grew out of a yearly observance of Children's Book Week at the Kalamazoo Public Library. Each year beginning in 1919, the third week in November was designated as the time to celebrate good books for children. In 1978, Mary Calletto Rife, then head of the Children's Department of Kalamazoo Public Library, decided to expand the celebration into a seminar for librarians, teachers, students, and others with a desire to promote children's literature. The seminar was renamed in honor of Ms. Rife after she retired from the library at the end of 2001. Kalamazoo Public Library now leads a collaboration including Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo Valley Community College, the Kalamazoo Public Schools, and others in the community in producing this seminar each year. While the Children's Book Council, the national sponsor of Children's Book Week, moved their observance to the first two weeks of May in 2008, KPL continues to celebrate youth literature in November. KPL has hosted such youth literature luminaries as Laurie Halse Anderson, Christopher Paul Curtis, Kate DiCamillo, Sharon Flake, Angela Johnson, Steven Kellogg, Ron Koertge, Kadir Nelson, Jerry, Gloria Jean and Brian Pinkney, David Small and Sarah Stewart, Sonya Sones, Terry Trueman, and Tasha Tudor at previous seminars<http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar/featured-authors.aspx>. Media: Images available - contact Farrell Howe at farrellh(a)kpl.gov<mailto:farrellh@kpl.gov> #### Farrell Howe Marketing & Communications Manager Kalamazoo Public Library 269-553-7879 | www.kpl.gov<http://www.kpl.gov/> [cid:image002.jpg@01CDBD09.DBA0DB80]<http://www.kpl.gov/>

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