March 2014 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Michigan Reads! 2014 Author Tour and Book Announcement
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

The 2014 Michigan Reads! One State, One Children's Book program is on the way! We are proud to announce that the 2014 Michigan Reads! book will be Acoustic Rooster and His Barnyard Band written by Kwame Alexander and illustrated by Tim Bowers. When a jazz-loving rooster sets his sights on winning a barnyard talent show, he realizes he can't do it as a solo act. He calls on friends and they makes beautiful music as they rock the barnyard! We are looking for libraries to host the author and illustrator in September and October. Please find the link to the author tour survey below. https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2014MIReadsAuthorTour - responses due by April 18th The publisher is Sleeping Bear Press, and we are pleased to have them partnering with us on program materials. As in previous years, we will be sending a programming guide and kit to all public library locations, K-2 school buildings, Great Start Readiness and Head Start classrooms in mid-August. Our official launch day will be September 8th, in honor of International Literacy Day. In the next few months, look for a completely revamped Michigan Reads! site with the new programming guide and other materials at www.michigan.gov/michiganreads<http://www.michigan.gov/michiganreads>. For now, you can also find the survey link at the site. If you would like to be considered for an author visit, please let us hear back from you by April 18th so we can plan the program for the fall. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices<http://www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices> www.michigan.gov/michiganreads<http://www.michigan.gov/michiganreads> www.michigan.gov/sl21<http://www.michigan.gov/sl21>

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Badges for summer reading
by Nancy Folaron 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

We are looking at changing our summer reading program format and switching to badges. If your library uses badges I would love to hear how your program is run, if it is successful, etc. If you could reply to me off list I will be happy to compile the info and post later to Michlib. -- Nancy Nancy Folaron, Assistant Director Shiawassee District Library/Durand Memorial Branch 700 N. Saginaw St. Durand, MI 48429 989-288-3743 phone 989-288-3740 fax

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Library Program
by Lawrence Marble 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

Please post the following event on the list serve. The Friends of the Clarkston Independence District Library invite you to join us on Tuesday, March 25 at 7 pm for Every River Tells a Story featuring, Doc Fletcher from Canoeing Michigan Rivers. Stories about the Pine, Peer Marquette, Kalamazoo, Two Hearted and Chippewa Rivers will be discussed. Those in attendance, will be entered in a drawing to win a free canoe or kayak trip. Please register by calling 248-625-2212 or online at www.indelib.org. Sincerely, Lawrence Marble Head of Adult Services Clarkston Independence District Library 248.625.2212 phone 248.625.8852 fax

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FREE to a good home. . . and it's not a puppy!: ALL HAVE BEEN TAKEN!
by Sylvia Merz 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

Does anyone want audio books on cassette? We have 37 that we are giving away. Happy to ship them out via RIDES. They are donated items, so are not library packaged. Let me know. 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 (Closed on Mondays Jan-Mar) www.lelandtownshiplibrary.michlibrary.org cid:image001.jpg@01CE99C7.13A1DE40

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HP Laserjet Cartridges
by Mindy Schafer 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

We have two HP 12A laserjet print cartridges available to a good home. The full number on the front is Q2612A. Thanks! -- Mindy Schafer Assistant Director/Youth Librarian DeWitt District Library <http://dewittlibrary.org> 13101 Schavey Rd. DeWitt, MI 48820 ______________________________________________________

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FREE to a good home. . . and it's not a puppy!
by Sylvia Merz 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

Does anyone want audio books on cassette? We have 37 that we are giving away. Happy to ship them out via RIDES. They are donated items, so are not library packaged. Let me know. 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 (Closed on Mondays Jan-Mar) www.lelandtownshiplibrary.michlibrary.org cid:image001.jpg@01CE99C7.13A1DE40

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MLA Workshop--Leadership and Management Success
by Elizabeth Martin 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

Registration is open for MLA Leadership and Management Success Workshop—Friday, May 2, 2014 at Delta Township Library District Library (Lansing, MI). (See details below). Hope to see you there! Do you have an interest in supervisory topics in libraries? Are you new to a supervisory position? Are you already in a supervisory position but need to brush up on or improve your current managerial skills? Then this workshop is for you. Explore topics such as managing people, working with boards or higher administration, project management, introduction to finance, time management and more. This workshop will provide an excellent networking opportunity with peers in similar situations. Register today<http://members.mla.lib.mi.us/Scripts/4Disapi.dll/4DCGI/events/ConferenceLis…>. 9:00 am - 10:00 am Registration and coffee 10:00 am - 11:30 am Leadership vs. Management This session from respected leadership consultant Allison McClintick of FlightLead will explore the mindsets, roles and tasks that are required of leaders and managers and how to best work within each role for increased efficiency. Regardless of which role you associate with more – leader or manager - Allison will help you identify an effective and authentic strategy for creating empowerment that provides the right perspective, tools and skills necessary to reach your goals. Allison McClintick, FlightLead 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Table Talk facilitated by Allison McClintick 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Lunch 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Empowering Staff to Seek Professional Development Professional development of staff provides value to any organization; it fosters growth for the individual as well as for the institution. However, what happens when you have staff members who are unable to see the value of or know where to find professional development opportunities? This panel will discuss the importance of professional development for staff and how to motivate and empower staff to want to broaden their own professional knowledge. Tammy Turgeon, Sterling Heights Public Library, Suburban Library Cooperative; Lee Van Orsdel, Grand Valley State University; Eva Davis, Canton Public Library; and Pamela Grudzien, Central Michigan University 2:00 pm – 2:15 pm Table Talk – Professional development for staff 2:15 pm -2:30 pm Break 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm What are Leadership Competencies? What does it take to be a successful leader in an organization? Often we read that many current leaders are concerned that our new employees are not exposed to the soft skills needed in leadership roles? But what exactly do those skills look like? This panel will discuss how best to develop needed leadership competencies for our up and coming librarians. Tammy Turgeon, Sterling Heights Public Library, Suburban Library Cooperative; Lee Van Orsdel, Grand Valley State University; Eva Davis, Canton Public Library; and Cheryl Lyons, Capital Area District Library 3:30 pm – 3:45 pm Table Talk – Leadership competencies 3:45 pm – 4:00 pm Wrap up Registration<http://members.mla.lib.mi.us/Scripts/4Disapi.dll/4DCGI/events/ConferenceLis…> is open. Early bird discounts end April 25, 2014. _______________________________________ Elizabeth Martin Head of Professional Programs & Economics Department Liaison Librarian GVSU Libraries DEV 132A, Steelcase Library 401 W. Fulton Ave. Grand Rapids, MI. 49504 616-331-7344 martelia(a)gvsu.edu

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Final Days to Register for The Local History Conference - Deadline Extended to Monday at 5 p.m.
by HSM Web 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

HSM-news-release.jpg March 20, 2014 at-a-glance-column2.jpg <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/local-history-conference/conference-r egistration-54th-annual-local-history-conference/> Just 4 days left to register for the Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/LHC-2014-brochure.pdf> Download the conference flyer here. The conference will feature several keynote speakers and breakout sessions focused on local history in Michigan. Sheila Cockrel from Crossroads Consulting and a former Detroit City Council member will present the opening keynote Detroit Bankruptcy: A City in Transition. Other keynotes include Revisiting "Rosie the Riveter": The New Workers in the Arsenal of Democracy with Charles K. Hyde of Wayne State University; Henry Ford's $5 Day: Too Good to Be True? with John Staudenmaier of the University of Detroit Mercy; and Detroit People Mover with Bill Sproule of Michigan Technological University. 23 breakout sessions will cover topics such as local history, communication and arts, and cultural diversity! Lead sponsors of the event include Meijer and the Detroit Historical Society. The deadline is looming! REGISTRATION DEADLINE EXTENDED to Monday, March 24, at 5 p.m. Just a few days left to register for the Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference! The 56th annual Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference will be held March 28-29, 2014, in Macomb County at the Best Western Sterling Inn Banquet & Conference Center in Sterling Heights. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/local-history-conference/conference-r egistration-54th-annual-local-history-conference/> Quick and Easy! Register for the conference online! The conference is open to anyone interested in state or regional history. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/LHC-2014-brochure.pdf> Download the conference flyer here. Meals that feature keynote speakers, including lunch on both days and breakfast on Saturday, are available by reservation on a space-available basis. The luncheons are $23 per ticket, and the Saturday breakfast is $17 per ticket. After 5 p.m. on Monday, March 24, you may register at the conference as a walk-in, but no meal tickets will be available. For more information, visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/local-history-conference> http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/local-history-conference or call (800) 692-1828. _____ history-at-your-fingertips2.jpg _____ 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 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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Michigan Virtual Reference Conference - Registration Open!
by Heather Ladiski 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

Good morning! I am forwarding on behalf of Eastern Michigan University. Please send any questions to Sara at the information below. Thanks! - heather ************************************************ Michigan Virtual Reference Conference - Registration Open! http://guides.emich.edu/vrday Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Research Help Now Virtual Reference Cooperative April 25, 2014, 9am-4pm Eastern Michigan University Library Ypsilanti, Michigan The Michigan Virtual Reference Conference is a one-time, one-day conference exploring all aspects of virtual reference services in libraries. The conference is being held in honor of the 10th anniversary of the Michigan Research Help Now Collaborative, and is co-sponsored by the Eastern Michigan University Library and Research Help Now. The conference includes a variety of programs on many aspects of virtual reference services, including staffing, user perspectives, instruction, marketing, and different reference formats, from chat to texting. We hope you will join us for this opportunity to reflect on virtual reference services, learn about new perspectives, and network with colleagues. Attendance is limited so please register early. Online and mail-in registration forms are available on the conference website: http://guides.emich.edu/vrday ------------------------------------------- Sara Memmott Emerging Technologies & Social Work Librarian Eastern Michigan University Library http://www.emich.edu/library 734-487-2511 smemmott(a)emich.edu

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Reminder: SLA Michigan Chapter invites you to a Networking Event in Grand Rapids!
by Randy Dykhuis 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

This is a reminder about the upcoming networking & socializing event that the SLA Michigan Chapter is pulling together in Grand Rapids. The SLA Michigan Chapter wishes to extend an invitation to all librarians in the Grand Rapids area to join in as we gather for a casual evening of mingling and networking! This is the first Chapter event of the year just to gather and see a familiar face or meet and get to know your peers from libraries of all sizes and types a little better. When: March 27th, 5:30 PM Where: Founders Brewing - 235 Grandville Avenue SW Who: Anyone who works in a library Come for a little while after work or sit down and enjoy some dinner. Founders Brewing has a full menu in addition to their tasty brews. Parking is available in a lot adjacent to the restaurant. This is the first of several events that will be organized in different areas of the state. Watch for an announcement about a gathering in Lansing in early May. If you're unable to attend this time, look out for a future event in other parts of the state. Sign up at Survey Monkey! No prior registration is necessary but we would appreciate knowing whether you plan to attend. https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/MI-SLA-GrandRapids Christine Flott SLA Michigan Chapter Publicity Coordinator --- Not a member of the Michigan Chapter SLA? Join today! Go to: http://tinyurl.com/2hfra4 and remember to select "Michigan" as your chapter. You are currently subscribed to sla-cmi as: DykhuisR(a)mcls.org. To unsubscribe click here: http://sla.lyris.net/u?id=197408.276b036226b205e9ffaf2842578acccc&n=T&l=sla… (It may be necessary to cut and paste the above URL if the line is broken) or send a blank email to leave-17203348-197408.276b036226b205e9ffaf2842578acccc(a)sla.lyris.net _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l(a)mcls.org http://lists.mlcnet.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l

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