October 2014 - Michlib-l

Pronunciator (Potential) Discounted Pricing and Trial
by Jim Flury 27 Oct '14

27 Oct '14

All, TLN has arranged for potential discounted pricing of the Pronunciator database. I say potential on account the discount is dependent upon our getting a minimum number of libraries from each pop served class, one through six, to commit to a subscription. If we succeed in doing so the discounted pricing for Pronunciator will be quite attractive, especially for smaller libraries. For example, TLN's smallest library (I am excluding Oakland County Research Library here, which for state aid reporting purposes has a pop served of 19) is Franklin Public Library, with a pop served of 3,150. Should we meet the minimum number of class one libraries, Franklin would pay $73.00 annually for access to the Pronunciator database. Below is a link to an August 4 Library Journal article called Library Linguistics. The article gives a description of some of the various foreign language databases that are available for purchase, including Pronunciator: http://lj.libraryjournal.com/2014/08/digital-resources/library-linguistics/ To access our Pronunciator trial: 1. Click on 'Log in' at the top of the following page: http://www.pronunciator.com 2. Enter the following credentials: Login: tln Password: tln 3. Launch the application by clicking on the red "Launch Pronunciator" button. The same credentials work for the iPad, the iPhone/iPod touch, Android tablets, and Android phones: www.pronunciator.com/go-mobile/ There is no hard and fast deadline by which we need to have the minimum number of libraries. Nevertheless I would like to be able to give Pronunciator an idea by no later than the end of October, if we are even going to come close to the minimums required for the discount. Even if we don't meet the minimum by then, my plan is to go back to Pronunciator and present the numbers that we do have, and see if they will extend the discounts based on those numbers. Please let me know if you have any questions, or would like a (potentially discounted) price quote. Thanks. Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100 x133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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Last week to register for "The Evolving Librarian"
by Figg, Bethany J 27 Oct '14

27 Oct '14

Happy Monday! This is the last week to register--there is still room for you! The MDMLG Professional Development Committee cordially invites you to attend the November CE Course "The Evolving Librarian: Responding to Changes in the Workplace and Healthcare" taught by Michelle Kraft, MLA President-elect (also known as the "Krafty Librarian") on Friday, November 14, 2014 from 9am to 1pm in the David Adamany Undergraduate Library of Wayne State University in Detroit, MI. This course is accredited for 4 MLA CE credits. We hope you can join us! Please register, using the online form (http://www.mdmlg.org/CE%20Registration%2011-14-2014.doc) by October 31st. Cost is $50.00 for MDMLG members and $70.00 for non-members. Payment can be made through PayPal (http://www.mdmlg.org/paypal-ce-11-14-2014.htm) or by sending a check. We look forward to seeing you! Thank you, The MDMLG Professional Development Committee Bethany Figg, MBA, MLIS bethany.figg(a)cmich.edu <mailto:bethany.figg@cmich.edu> Librarian | CMU Medical Education Partners 1000 Houghton, Saginaw MI 48602 P: 989-583-6950 | F: 989-583-6898 Central Values: Integrity | Respect | Empathy | Inclusiveness | Social Responsibility | Excellence | Innovation

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Bulk Order Opportunity for DVD Transforming Loss, A Documentary Film by Judith R. Burdick
by Jim Flury 27 Oct '14

27 Oct '14

All, TLN has arranged for discounted pricing for a bulk copy order of the multiple award winning dvd Transforming Loss. Regular price for this dvd is $195.00. TLN discounted price for Michigan libraries is $29.95. Please note that this price DOES NOT include public performance rights. Please see attached for details. Library cooperative directors, please share this with your member libraries. Below is what one TLN member library director had to say to his TLN library director colleagues regarding this dvd: ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hi everyone, If you have not yet responded to Jim's e-mail, I thought I would pass along a few notes. TLN has negotiated a fantastic discount on this title. The $29.95 price represents an 85% discount from the direct price of $195 offered by the producer through their web site. While this price does not come with public performance rights, it still is a great addition to any collection. The film was awarded Best Director, Best Cinematography and Best Documentary at the 2013 Uptown Film Festival in Birmingham, MI. I just thought I would add that to the mix if you were on the fence. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please have your orders to me by no later than Friday, October 31. We will invoice your library directly and ship the dvd to you via either TLN or RIDES delivery as appropriate. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks. Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100 x133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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Free to good homes!
by Marian Volek 25 Oct '14

25 Oct '14

We have a number of books left over from our adult summer reading club. 9 copies--The Dinner, by Herman Koch 8 copies--A Farewell to Arms 10 copies--The Light Between Oceans, by M.L. Stedman 7 copies--State of Wonder by Ann Patchett All are paperbacks except for one copy of The Dinner I can send them via RIDES. Please reply with the number/titles you want. All books are house broken and have all their shots! Marian Volek West Iron District Library 116 W. Genesee St., Iron River, MI 49935 (906) 265-2831

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Novi Library Program Rescheduled-Forensic Art: Capturing the Living, Identifying the Dead
by Christina Salvatore 24 Oct '14

24 Oct '14

Good Afternoon- I am sorry to inform you that the program that the Friends of the Novi Library were presenting on Wednesday, Oct 29 called Forensic Art: Capturing the Living, Identifying the Dead with Michigan State Detective/Trooper Sarah Krebs has been cancelled but rescheduled for Tuesday, February 10. Ms. Krebs was notified of an assignment that presents an unavoidable conflict for next week's presentation. She has to be on site for a forensic excavation in the U.P. on the 29th. The work involves both the organization of an investigative team and coordination with heavy equipment operators who need to schedule and transport the specialized vehicles/equipment they are using to the area to be excavated. She is being called in for the work, so her participation cannot be postponed or re-assigned to someone else. Ms. Krebs apologized for having to reschedule, but had no other choice. I hope you will be able to join us in February for this wonderful program. Thank you for your understanding of the situation.

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Youth Services Specialist Job Opening- East Lansing Public Library
by Jill Abood 24 Oct '14

24 Oct '14

CITY OF EAST LANSING EAST LANSING PUBLIC LIBRARY JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE POSITION: Youth Services Specialist PAY RATE: $18.61 per hour HOURS PER WEEK: 28 hours per week. Includes nights and weekend hours. Reports to: Head of Programs and Outreach Services Department: Public Services PURPOSE: Twenty-eight (28) hour per week vacancy for an energetic, team-oriented Youth Services Specialist with a strong knowledge of early literacy; childhood development; science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) programming; and a commitment to excellent customer service. The Youth Services Specialist will develop creative STEAM, maker, technology-based, and early literacy-based children’s programming; staff the library’s public service desk and offsite Maker Studio (ELPL Maker Studio 2.0); provide proactive reference and technology instruction for all ages; represent the library in the community; and work as a liaison with local schools and community organizations. ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS 1. Develop programming that supports the core mission of the library; in particular developing maker, science, technology-based and early literacy-based programs for children of all ages 2. Proactively provide customer service 3. Initiate the development and implementation of children’s programs (both in the library and offsite) to increase awareness of library resources, encourage library use and promote STEAM-based education within the library 4. Train staff who will help deliver children’s programming 5. Maintain contact and cultivate relationships with the public, schools, teachers and community organizations for educational and promotional purposes relating to the library’s children’s services 6. Provide interactive and unique story time and early childhood literacy activities 7. Coordinate volunteer activities as it relates to programs or support of operations 8. Train staff on early childhood literacy skills and development 9. Train staff on STEAM concepts and practices 10. Work with the Collection and Technical Services Librarian to develop and install an early literacy and parenting collection in the children’s area 11. Collaborate with the Collection and Technical Services Librarian to perform collection development and maintenance of the children’s collections REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education, Training and/or Experience 1. Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, elementary education, science education, child development, art Education or a related major supplemented by relevant work experience 2. Experience developing early literacy and STEAM-based curricula and programs 3. Customer service experience 4. Experience developing and presenting programs for children of all ages 5. Experience with web technologies, social media, and other technologies 6. Strong leadership skills Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics 1. Ability to translate children’s and parents needs and interests into effective library services and programs 2. Knowledge and skills typically acquired through coursework in an educational program with emphasis on areas such as early literacy, teaching, child development, science, and program development 3. Knowledge of current STEAM and maker-based trends in library services for children 4. Knowledge about early childhood literacy and early childhood development 5. Ability to diffuse patron complaints and handle security issues 6. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions 7. Interest in taking the library into the community by: collaborating with other organizations, promoting library services at non-library related functions, providing offsite programming, and conducting outreach in the local schools 8. Possession of excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to make sound decisions 9. Ability to quickly learn new technologies and integrate them into programming and outreach PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 1. Masters in Library and Information Science preferred, but not required 2. Experience working with children in an experiential learning environment 3. Experience teaching in an educational or youth setting 4. Experience or ability to write grants specifically to fund early childhood literacy and STEAM programs 5. Experience with project and process management 6. Experience with new and emerging technologies PHYSICAL DEMANDS 1. Ability to sit and stand and use computers for extended periods 2. Ability to lift and move up to fifty (50) pounds 3. Ability to push book trucks with up to 150 pounds of materials on them 4. Ability to perform repeated reaching, bending and squatting WORKING CONDITIONS 1. Majority of work performed in the library and the library’s offsite Maker Studio location and in the greater East Lansing community 2. Requires availability for extended hours as needed 3. Requires evenings and weekends 4. Requires periodic participation and attendance at events and training This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with position and is subject to review and change at any time in accordance with the needs of The East Lansing Public Library. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable someone with a qualifying disability to perform the essential functions of the position. APPLY: East Lansing Public Library Attention: Jill Abood, Head of Programs and Outreach 950 Abbot Road East Lansing, MI 48823 Please fill out the general employment application at: http://www.cityofeastlansing.com/Home/Departments/HumanResources/Applicatio… and include resume and cover letter. DEADLINE: November 15, 2014 EAST LANSING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER _________________________________ East Lansing e-news is just a click away. Sign up to receive East Lansing's Dialog e-newsletter and other e-publications. Just visit http://www.cityofeastlansing.com/news today!

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Fwd: RHPL Wins Pinnacle Award
by Christine Hage 24 Oct '14

24 Oct '14

We had to keep this confidential until today, but we're very excited. Christine Lind Hage, President, United for Libraries Library Director, Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Ellen Kieta <ellen.kieta(a)rhpl.org> Date: Fri, Oct 24, 2014 at 11:33 AM Subject: RHPL Wins Pinnacle Award To: staff <staff(a)rhpl.org> In July of this year, the Friends of RHPL nominated the Rochester Hills Public Library for a Sunrise Pinnacle Award, one of the most encompassing and prestigious awards in the Metro Detroit area in the category of “Outstanding Community Service”. Created by the Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Sunrise Pinnacle Awards event offers a way to honor area businesses and leaders for their innovation, success and contributions to the quality of life in the community. This morning at the Pinnacle Award’s breakfast, Library Trustee, Douglas Tull accepted the award for the Library for “Outstanding Community Service”. The Library is proud to receive this prestigious award. Ellen Kieta Community Relations Specialist Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Rd. Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248-650-7124 Ellen.Kieta(a)rhpl.org

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ProImagePlus 3000 Poster Printer gone
by Meaghan Battle 23 Oct '14

23 Oct '14

The poster printer has been claimed. Thanks for your interest! --Meaghan Meaghan Battle | Head of Youth Services Troy Public Library |510 W. Big Beaver, Troy, MI 48084 | Office: 248.524.3543 |troypl.org <http://www.troypl.org/> [cid:image010.jpg@01CF8BD8.30248410] <https://www.facebook.com/troylib> [cid:image011.jpg@01CF8BD8.30248410] <https://twitter.com/troylib> "We believe a strong community embraces diversity, promotes innovation, and encourages collaboration. We strive to lead by example within the region. We do this because we want everyone to choose Troy as their community for life. We believe in doing government the best."

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Ugh...
by Meaghan Battle 23 Oct '14

23 Oct '14

I mean "roll" of paper. Insert embarrassing statewide typo here! --Meaghan Meaghan Battle | Head of Youth Services Troy Public Library |510 W. Big Beaver, Troy, MI 48084 | Office: 248.524.3543 |troypl.org <http://www.troypl.org/> [cid:image010.jpg@01CF8BD8.30248410] <https://www.facebook.com/troylib> [cid:image011.jpg@01CF8BD8.30248410] <https://twitter.com/troylib> "We believe a strong community embraces diversity, promotes innovation, and encourages collaboration. We strive to lead by example within the region. We do this because we want everyone to choose Troy as their community for life. We believe in doing government the best."

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Pro Image Plus 3000 Poster Printer available
by Meaghan Battle 23 Oct '14

23 Oct '14

Hello! The Troy Public Library has a Pro Image Plus 3000 Poster Printer available to the first interested library. In addition, we have one role of poster paper with burgundy ink. Following is a link to the User Guide for the product: http://www.variquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/ProImage_Plus3000_Poste… Unfortunately, delivery is not available. Must be able to pick up. Thanks! --Meaghan Battle Meaghan Battle | Head of Youth Services Troy Public Library |510 W. Big Beaver, Troy, MI 48084 | Office: 248.524.3543 |troypl.org <http://www.troypl.org/> [cid:image010.jpg@01CF8BD8.30248410] <https://www.facebook.com/troylib> [cid:image011.jpg@01CF8BD8.30248410] <https://twitter.com/troylib> "We believe a strong community embraces diversity, promotes innovation, and encourages collaboration. We strive to lead by example within the region. We do this because we want everyone to choose Troy as their community for life. We believe in doing government the best."

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