February 2014 - Michlib-l

FW: CUW Library Position, Third Opening
by Marsh, Nyama 14 Feb '14

14 Feb '14

FYI - A full-time librarian posting in metro-Milwaukee. If you've never been here - Milwaukee is AWESOME! Plus, Concordia University is located ON Lake Michigan with stunning views and a bluff walk down to the lake. See below. Have a wonderful day, Nyama Nyama Y. Marsh Library Director n.marsh(a)wfblibrary.org<mailto:n.marsh@wfblibrary.org> 414-755-6551 (direct line) Whitefish Bay Public Library 5420 North Marlborough Drive Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 414-964-4380 (main line) 414-964-5733 (fax) "There are many ways to enlarge your child's world. Love of books is the best of all." Jacqueline Kennedy From: Eichelberger, Fay [mailto:Fay.Eichelberger@cuw.edu] Sent: Friday, February 14, 2014 1:30 PM To: WISPUBLIB, a DLT Discussion List. Subject: [wispublib] CUW Library Position, Third Opening Importance: Low Concordia University Wisconsin's Rincker Memorial Library<https://www.cuw.edu/Departments/library/index.html> is seeking enthusiastic, high-energy, mission-minded candidates to interview for the following part-time position: eResources Support Librarian<https://www.cuw.edu/Departments/hr/jobpostings/staff/eResourcesLibrarianFul…> Details about this posting can be viewed at: https://www.cuw.edu/Departments/hr/jobpostings/staff/eResourcesLibrarianFul… (This is a full-time, professional librarian position.) Situated in Mequon, WI with a campus that overlooks Lake Michigan, Concordia University Wisconsin is a dynamic and growing faith-based Lutheran higher education community, affiliated with the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod<http://lcms.org/aboutus>, that is committed to helping students develop in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the world. The Rincker Memorial Library is a founding member of the SWITCH<http://topcat.switchinc.org/screens/locations.html> academic library consortium. Inquiries / questions about this position may be directed toward: CHimsel(a)cuw.edu<mailto:CHimsel@cuw.edu> Send CUW Employment Application Form<https://www.cuw.edu/Departments/hr/assets/CUWEmployment%20applicationREV11.…>, Resume and Letter to: "Human Resources Department - Library eResources" E-mail to: human.resources(a)cuw.edu<mailto:human.resources@cuw.edu> Or, FAX to: 262-243-3414 Fay Eichelberger BS, MLIS Acquisitions Coordinator/Reference Librarian Rincker Memorial Library Concordia University Wisconsin 12800 North Lake Shore Drive Mequon, WI 53097-2402 262.243.4430 262.243.4424 (FAX) fay.eichelberger(a)cuw.edu<mailto:fay.eichelberger@cuw.edu> [cid:image001.png@01CF2988.D38F2AE0] --- You are currently subscribed to wispublib as: n.marsh(a)wfblibrary.org<mailto:n.marsh@wfblibrary.org>. To unsubscribe click here: http://lists.dpi.wi.gov/u?id=196111.5c00ac46ff963cd6d44ddfcf7d3a5987&n=T&l=… (It may be necessary to cut and paste the above URL if the line is broken) or send a blank email to leave-180718-196111.5c00ac46ff963cd6d44ddfcf7d3a5987(a)lists.dpi.wi.gov<mailto:leave-180718-196111.5c00ac46ff963cd6d44ddfcf7d3a5987@lists.dpi.wi.gov>

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Job Posting at the Comstock Twp. Library
by Rachael Wiegmann 14 Feb '14

14 Feb '14

Hello, The Comstock Township Library is seeking a dynamic Young People's Librarian. Please send your resume and a cover letter to myladirector(a)gmail.com from 2/18/14-3/4/14. Attached is the full job description. This is an administrative and technical librarian position involving the supervision of the Young People's library service. Individual must be committed to excellence in customer service. Work involves the responsibility for supervising the Young People's service staff, coordinating with other library services and initiating and executing Young People's library programs. Duties include selecting materials for the Young People's collection, monitoring behavior of children, maintaining collection, and training staff. The work requires that the employee have considerable knowledge, skill, and ability in every phase of the public library field, particularly as it relates to Young People's library services. Thank you! Rachael A. Wiegmann Information Services Librarian Comstock Twp. Library -- "Take earth for your own large room and the floor of the earth carpeted with sunlight and hung round with silver wind for your dancing place," May Swenson

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ALA District Dispatch on WifiForward
by Mase, Sheryl (MDE) 14 Feb '14

14 Feb '14

http://www.districtdispatch.org/2014/02/ala-joins-wififorward-initiative/ ~Sheryl

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WifiForward site announced
by Mase, Sheryl (MDE) 14 Feb '14

14 Feb '14

Check out website: http://www.wififorward.org On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WifiForward On Twitter: @WiFiForward John Windhausen statement on SHLB website: http://www.shlb.org/index.cfm?action=news&sub=article&article=11 [cid:image001.jpg@01CF297B.B1819710] Sheryl L. Mase Assistant Director, Statewide Library Services Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-4331; Fax: 517-373-5700 Toll free: 877-479-0021 Email: mases(a)michigan.gov<mailto:mases@michigan.gov> URL: http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan ***visit the Michigan eLibrary at http://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 and to those they serve in the 21st Century. Visit http://brightside.cedam.info<http://brightside.cedam.info/> to watch the 21st Century Libraries episode. *** All students graduate ready for careers, college, and community ***

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FW: Facts For Features Valentine's Day 2014
by Mase, Sheryl (MDE) 14 Feb '14

14 Feb '14

~~Happy Valentine’s Day everyone~~ I [HEART] libraries!!! From: U.S. Census Field Division [mailto:field.division@subscriptions.census.gov] Sent: Thursday, February 13, 2014 7:31 PM To: Mase, Sheryl (MDE) Subject: Facts For Features Valentine's Day 2014 FACTS FOR FEATURES ________________________________ VALENTINE'S DAY 2014 FEBRUARY 14, 2014 [http://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/USCENSUSFD/2014/02/…] Flowers 15,307 The total number of florists' establishments nationwide in 2011. These businesses employed 66,165 people. $280,357,058 The value of imports for cut flowers and buds for bouquets in 2013 through October. The total value of fresh cut roses as of October 2013 was $354,703,231. ________________________________ Jewelry 23,394 The estimated number of jewelry stores in the United States in 2011. Jewelry stores offer engagement, wedding and other rings to couples of all ages. In February 2013, these stores sold an estimated $2.8 billion in merchandise. Expressing one's love to another is a celebrated custom on Valentine's Day. Sweethearts and family members present gifts to one another, such as cards, candy, flowers and other symbols of affection. Opinions differ as to who was the original Valentine, but the most popular theory is that he was a clergyman who was executed for secretly marrying couples in ancient Rome. In A.D. 496, Pope Gelasius I declared February 14 as Valentine Day. Esther Howland, a native of Massachusetts, is given credit for selling the first mass-produced valentine cards in the 1840s. The spirit continues today with even young children exchanging valentine's cards with their fellow classmates. ________________________________ [http://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/USCENSUSFD/2014/02/…] 29.0 and 26.6 years Median age at first marriage in 2013 for men and women, respectively. 2.1 million The provisional number of marriages that took place in the United States in 2011. That breaks down to nearly 5,800 a day. 68.6% Percentage of people 15 and older in 2013 who had been married at some point in their lives — either currently or formerly. 52.7% The overall percentage of people 15 and older who reported being married. 6.2% As of 2009, the percentage of currently married women who had been married for at least 50 years. A little more than half of currently married women had been married for at least 15 years. [http://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/USCENSUSFD/2014/02/…] Candy 1,148 Number of U.S. manufacturing establishments that produced chocolate and cocoa products in 2011, employing 35,538 people. California led the nation with 122 of these establishments, followed by Pennsylvania, with 109. 440 Number of U.S. establishments that manufactured nonchocolate confectionary products in 2011. These establishments employed 19,198 people. California led the nation in this category with 56 establishments. $13.5 billion The estimated value of shipments in 2011 for firms producing chocolate and cocoa products. ________________________________ Do you need statistics for your business, a school project, your organization or your community? We can help. We offer workshops and webinars for interested parties. We can also help you find the statistics you need call us at 630-288-9200 or e-mail us at chicago.pdsp(a)census.gov<mailto:chicago.pdsp@census.gov>. [https://admin.govdelivery.com/system/images/22705/original/Census%20logo%20…] Questions? Contact Us<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> SUBSCRIBER SERVICES: Manage Preferences<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> | Unsubscribe<../10462/%5B%5BONECLICK_UNSUB_URL%5D%5D> | Help<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> ________________________________ This message has been sent by the U.S. Census Bureau · Washington, DC 20233 [https://service.govdelivery.com/banners/GOVDELIVERY/logo_gd_poweredby.gif]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>

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NSLP data posted now for E-rate filers
by Mase, Sheryl (MDE) 14 Feb '14

14 Feb '14

The National School Lunch Program data for E-rate funding year 2014 is now available on the Library of Michigan E-rate web site: http://www.Michigan.gov/erateforlibraries See the first item in the box: "E-rate discount table for Michigan libraries for FY 2014" [cid:image001.jpg@01CF2969.B26BD530] Sheryl L. Mase Assistant Director, Statewide Library Services Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-4331; Fax: 517-373-5700 Toll free: 877-479-0021 Email: mases(a)michigan.gov<mailto:mases@michigan.gov> URL: http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan ***visit the Michigan eLibrary at http://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 and to those they serve in the 21st Century. Visit http://brightside.cedam.info<http://brightside.cedam.info/> to watch the 21st Century Libraries episode.

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Grand Rapids Public Library's 2013 Annual Report
by Kristen Krueger-Corrado 14 Feb '14

14 Feb '14

On Valentine's Day, just spreading a little library love: http://bit.ly/1dOHLkB --

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Important Breaking News!!! LearningExpress Library 3.0 in MeL
by BiggThomas, Deb (MDE) 13 Feb '14

13 Feb '14

Hello All--awhile back, probably before the holidays, I have you a heads-up about LearningExpress Library (LEL) 3.0 coming up in MeL. We have just today, made the switch to LearningExpress Library 3.0 via MeL.org. When you click on any of the LEL links in MeL you will be taken to a "splash page" where you can then click the "Register" button and be taken to 3.0. We are, however, continuing to provide access to LEL 2.0, or the version we've had in MeL, until the end of June 2014. In the lower right hand of the new splash page you will notice a link to LEL 2.0; it says: "Click here...."; should you do that you will be taken to the version we've been providing these many years via MeL. We are running LEL 2.0 concurrently with 3.0 so 2.0 users can finish up their work as logins *do not* carry over from the current version to the new version. LEL 3.0 is fully browse-able, which is to say that you can view all the content, but won't be prompted for a login until the user wants to take a practice test, course, or download an eBook. LEL users who want to switch over to 3.0--especially those taking GED prep--will need to create new accounts. LEL 2.0 no longer includes prep/practice for the GED which changed last month; it is **only** available in LEL 3.0. Stay tuned for more information about LearningExpress Library 3.0 which has a great new "look and feel" and additional functionality! If you have any questions about access from your library, please send an email to our MeL Tech Support Team at: meldatabaseshelp(a)mcls.org Kind regards, Deb Deb Biggs Thomas Michigan eLibrary & Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan --------------------------- 517-373-4466 biggsthomasd(a)michigan.gov http://mel.org http://facebook.com/mel.org

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Library Student
by michelle wise 13 Feb '14

13 Feb '14

I am currently signed up to take my summer semester classes, which would finish off my MLIS degree if I stopped there. My questions are: do you have certificates with your degree, do you or did you have much experience before-hand, and does your library look at certificates OR experience more when it comes to hiring? I am an online student at Wayne State University. The two certificates I was planning on getting are {Library Services to Children and Adults, Public} and {Information Management for Librarians-Web Design and Development}. Each certificate is basically (one semester) 4 months of effort and $4,400- is it worth it? I would love to be a Teen Librarian in a public library with some web elements. If you wouldn't mind adding your position/Title with your comments, please do. Any recommendations would be very helpful. Thank you, ~Michelle Wise~

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essay contests
by Stacy Pasche 13 Feb '14

13 Feb '14

Our library would like to sponsor an essay contest, but I've never attempted anything like this before. The theme would be "The library of the future." The intended audience is 4-6 grade, 7-8 grade, and 9-12- with finalists in each grade level. We'd like to start the contest over spring break and wrap up over national library week. I guess my questions for those of you that have tried anything like this are: 1) what criteria did you use to judge entries? 2) how did you promote the contest? Any general advice or tips you have are welcome. Thanks! -- Stacy Pasche, Assistant Library Director

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