November 2014 - Michlib-l

IRS tax exempt database
by John Sheridan 06 Nov '14

06 Nov '14

Hello all, Recently I went to apply for a grant from PNC Bank online. I was stopped when I got to the part where their system checks the tax exempt status from the IRS exempt organization database. It seems that public libraries are not listed unless they have a 501 (c) 3 status. I phoned the IRS and was instructed to file form 1023 a few days later when I phoned the IRS to get a clarification on a question I was told that we would need to file for 501 (c ) 3 status first. So my question to the collective wisdom and experience librarians, is there a way to get onto the IRS tax exempt database without filing 501 (c) 3? By the way, according to the IRS libraries are government entities under 509 (A) 170 (B) ( 1) ( a ) ( V) and thus tax exempt but not on the tax exempt database. Curiously, form 1023 does not list the above 509 status but does have the (1) ( a) ( IV) and (VI). More and more foundations are looking at on-line applications and have the same verification step which stops the process. John Sheridan Vicksburg District Library jsheridan(a)vicksburglibrary.org

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Under the Radar at Cromaine! Absolutely fabulous!
by Ceci Marlow 06 Nov '14

06 Nov '14

Cromaine hosted the Under the Radar guys and it was fabulous. Tom Daldin and Jim Edelman from UTR accomplished something that doesn't happen often: they made us laugh over and over *and* reminded us how great Michiganders are. UTR isn't about "the best of the best" it's about the unique towns, festivals and travel opportunities there are in our state. It really boils down to the people behind these destinations. The coolest thing is that Tom and Jim are a Michigan success story themselves. They both found themselves out of work during the recession. They knew each other as fellow media professionals, so they put their heads together and started pitching ideas to PBS. Their book sales were brisk (we're hoping there can be a group discounted buy, maybe, for public libraries in Michigan?). At least four of our guests (full-house) said it was the best program they'd ever attended! Don't you want to have them, too? Especially wonderful on the heels of our ballot proposal loss (so many heard the news for the first time at the program!), we highly recommend having them educate, enrich, and entertain your community, too! ceci marlow

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Photo Contest Software
by Sheri Glon 06 Nov '14

06 Nov '14

Please forgive cross-posting We are planning on running a photo contest next spring to gather photos for a fundraising calendar. Entries will be accepted for several weeks, then the public will vote to select the winners. Does anyone have recommendations for a software product or subscription to manage such a contest? We would prefer to not run the contest exclusively through a Facebook app if possible (i.e. people should not have to login with their Facebook account to enter or vote). Thanks, Sheri Sheri Glon Webmaster Kent District Library 814 West River Center Dr. NE Comstock Park, MI 49321 616-784-2016 x2162 sglon(a)kdl.org<mailto:sglon@kdl.org> [http://scsharepoint1/Docs/Pictures/KDL%20Logos/Email-SIG-KDL.jpg]

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Great Michigan author visit at Troy Public Library
by Connie Doherty 06 Nov '14

06 Nov '14

Hi All, We have an exciting author visit coming up at the Troy Public Library. Please share with your patrons: You are invited to join critically acclaimed and nationally bestselling Michigan author, poet, and U-M professor Laura Kasischke at the Troy Public Library on Saturday, November 15 from 1:00-2:30 p.m. She has published eight books of poetry and ten novels, two of which have been made into feature films ( The Life Before Her Eyes and Suspicious River) . Eden Springs: A Novella was named a Michigan Notable book in 2011, and Space, In Chains won a National Book Critics Circle Award for poetry, also in 2011. Her most recent book, The Mind of Winter , was published in March of this year. Laura will discuss her books and read selections of her poetry. This would be a great program for aspiring writers, especially those who are participating in NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month ). I have attached a flyer for those who like to print them out. All are welcome, but those who would like to attend need to register at troypl.org/laurak or by calling 248.524.3542. Please contact me if you have any questions. Thank you! Constance Doherty Head, Adult Information Services Troy Public Library 510 W. Big Beaver Rd. Troy, MI 48084 248.619.7591 -- -- WOW! Homepage (http://www.wowway.com)

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FW: MeL Minute – Subject Gateways
by Borrelli, Eunice (MDE) 06 Nov '14

06 Nov '14

Hello all, A major component of MeL.org<http://mel.org/> resources that may be easy to overlook are the Subject Gateways found in the center of the MeL.org<http://mel.org/> homepage. You know that MeL consists of subscription Databases, resources for teachers in M.O.R.E, MeLCat, and Michigana. The other major components are the Subject Gateways – Kids<http://kids.mel.org/>, Teens<http://teens.mel.org/>, Business<http://mel.org/index.php?P=MeLGateways&ParentId=832>, Jobs<http://mel.org/index.php?P=MeLGateways&ParentId=425>, Government<http://mel.org/index.php?P=MeLGateways&ParentId=984>, Health<http://mel.org/index.php?P=MeLGateways&ParentId=842>, Legal<http://mel.org/index.php?P=MeLGateways&ParentId=952>, and Books & Literacy<http://mel.org/index.php?P=MeLGateways&ParentId=841> which contain carefully selected websites and other tools specific to the named subject. The Legal Gateway<http://mel.org/index.php?P=MeLGateways&ParentId=952>, for example, contains 13 classifications of topical information. Looking for answers to Common Michigan Legal Questions or Finding Legal Assistance or Starting Legal Research? Legal Gateway<http://mel.org/index.php?P=MeLGateways&ParentId=952> classifications list resources for finding these and more. The next time you and your patrons are looking for subject focused content, connect to the MeL Subject Gateways to begin your search. Michigan residents or Michigan library access only may apply to some resources. MeL Minutes are brought to you by the Library of Michigan. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for next week’s MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact(a)mel.org<mailto:contact@mel.org> or visit Michigan.gov/mel<http://www.Michigan.gov/mel>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your public service colleagues. Eunice Eunice C. Borrelli, Michigan eLibrary Internet Librarian Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517.241.4996 Toll Free: 877.479.0021 Fax: 517.373.5700 The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a new video series highlighting Michigan libraries & how they are making a difference in their communities. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ & watch the 21st Century Libraries episode. Invest in a child’s future today. Support the MDE Culture of Reading. www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading<http://www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading>

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question on teen group
by Howe Memorial 06 Nov '14

06 Nov '14

Hello all; I'm hoping someone out there can answer my question. Our teen advisory group wants to have a fundraiser, Can they open their own bank account or should we run it thru our friends group. Thanks, Sandy Johnson Howe Memorial Library 128 E. Saginaw St. Breckenridge, Mi. 48615 989-842-3202

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Azuradisc dual disc cleaning machine supplies - TAKEN
by Lynn Minor 05 Nov '14

05 Nov '14

They have a new home. Thanks! Lynn Minor

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Azuradisc dual disc cleaning machine supplies
by Lynn Minor 05 Nov '14

05 Nov '14

We have some left over Azuradisc dual disc cleaning machine supplies our library can no longer use. If you are a RIDES library and would like them please contact me. First come, first get. Thanks! Lynn Minor Systems Administrator Chesterfield Township Library

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Redford Township District Library millage proposal
by Lisa Hoenig 05 Nov '14

05 Nov '14

I am thrilled to report the voters of Redford Township yesterday approved 1.4 mills of supplemental library funding for 8 years. 9,636 votes Yes 4,939 votes No Ours was the largest new request in mills in the State. Thank you, Redford Township voters for your overwhelming support: a 2/3 majority vote in a general election! This is a true endorsement of what we're doing, and a very important win for the entire Redford Township community. We are very happy and proud of our work! Lisa Lisa Hoenig, Director Redford Township District Library 25320 West Six Mile Road (313)531-2640 Redford, Michigan 48240 fax (313)531-1721 www.redfordlibrary.org lhoenig(a)redfordlibrary.org ****************************************************************** Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does. -- William James

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Bay County Library System Millage Renewal
by Tom Birch 05 Nov '14

05 Nov '14

We're pleased to announce that Bay County voters approved renewal of 1 mill operating millage for 6 years! The vote was 25,825 yes and 10,565 no. Another way to put it: nearly 71% of 36,390 votes were in favor of the proposal. Tom Birch, Director Bay County Library System 500 Center Avenue Bay City, MI 48708 (989) 894-2837 x2214 BCLS logo13-Color RGB for web

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