April 2014 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Reindeer for Library
by Tracy Bedford 23 Apr '14

23 Apr '14

Hello All, I'm looking for a Reindeer to hire for a Winter Program, and googling "Reindeer Library Program" is getting me nowhere! I'm wondering if anyone out there has contact information for a Reindeer and it's owner who could travel to the Clarkston area. Any information would be appreciated. Thanks! Tracy Bedford Head of Children's and Teen Services Clarkston Independence District Library bedfordt(a)indelib.org

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MLA -- Leadership and Management Success, May 2, Lansing
by White, Shannon (MDE) 23 Apr '14

23 Apr '14

Don't forget about MLA's upcoming Leadership and Management Success workshop scheduled for May 2 at Delta Township District Library, Lansing. 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. Details and registration information can be found here: http://www.milibraries.org/prof-development-networking/leadership-and-manag… -- Schedule -- 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 is open. Visit http://www.milibraries.org/prof-development-networking/leadership-and-manag… for more details. Shannon ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shannon D. White Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-9489; Fax: 517-373-5700 Toll free: 877-479-0021 whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:whites29@michigan.gov> http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan

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MAME 17: Telling Our Stories 5/8
by Evelyn Freeman 23 Apr '14

23 Apr '14

*Join us for MAME Region 17’s spring meeting... * *Telling Our Stories* *Featuring... * *Notable authors Karen & Darrin Brege* The creators of the popular *Mick Morris *children's book series and the *Ghost Board Posse *series present high-energy, entertaining stories! *Guest storyteller Judy Sima * Listen and learn as Judy presents stories that come to life and steps for students to create their own! Thursday, May 8th Mercy High School 29300 W. 11 Mile Road Farmington Hills 4:30-7:30 p.m., 4:00 registration Dinner included. $15 per person– guests welcome! *Both authors will have books available for sale and signing! * To register, complete information below and submit with check (payable to MAME 17) to: MAME 17 c/o Renee Norred 345 Eckford Dr., Troy 48085 Name: __________________________________________ Job title: __________________________________________ Email: ________________________________________________ Daytime phone: ______________________________ School: ________________________ District: __________________________ Other: ____________________________ Grade level (circle): elementary middle high district student public other Evelyn W. Freeman, A.M.L.S. Information & Copyright Consultant / Copyright Consultant, Oakland Schools

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Brochure Friendly, Foldable, Updated MAP 2014-2015 Booklet
by Jim Flury 23 Apr '14

23 Apr '14

All, The response to Brigette's Michigan Activity Pass (MAP) promotional "booklet" was so overwhelmingly positive that, by popular demand, she has created a brochure-friendly, easy to fold and had to patrons, version of same. Please see attached. In addition, Brigette has also included on the front page of the new brochure a link to our new MAP survey, as well as to our kid-friendly MAP coloring sheet and wordsearch puzzle. Enjoy! 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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Book discussion books
by Colleen Leddy 23 Apr '14

23 Apr '14

We have the following quantities of these titles if anyone would like to use them for book discussion groups: 9 Bel Canto by Ann Patchett 9 The Double Bind by Chris Bohjalian 9 Still Summer by Jacquelyn Mitchard 5 Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen 5 Luncheonette by Steven Sorrentino Thanks, Colleen -- Colleen Leddy, Director Stair Public Library 228 W. Main St. Morenci, MI 49256 517/458-6510

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2014 Upper Peninsula History Conference in Manistique June 20-22
by Larry J. Wagenaar 22 Apr '14

22 Apr '14

I'm also sharing this with my personal contacts. Sorry if it is a duplicate (HSM members received this yesterday). April 21, 2014 Registration is now open for the 65th annual Upper Peninsula History Conference! June 20-22, 2014 . Manistique, Michigan <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/UP-History-Conference- web.pdf> Click here to download the flyer for more information and session descriptions. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/upper-peninsula-history-conference/up -conference-registration/> Go to online registration. Held every summer since 1950, the annual Upper Peninsula History Conference pays particular attention to Upper Peninsula history topics and themes. The annual Upper Peninsula History Awards are also presented at this conference. _____ _____ 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 Nomination deadline is April 30, 2014, for the Upper Peninsula History Awards. Do you know an individual or historical organization that has done marvelous things to preserve and promote the history of Michigan's Upper Peninsula? <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/awards/upper-peninsula-history-awards/> To learn more about these awards or to download the nomination form, please visit our Upper Peninsula History Awards page. Maybe it's someone who has volunteered his or her time for years at the local historical society or archives. Or maybe you know about an organization that has successfully preserved a historic home, industrial complex, streetscape, or archeological site. Or perhaps you are aware of a person or organization that has interviewed and recorded the memories of older citizens before their passing or tirelessly researched and documented the history of your community. Then it's the perfect time to nominate him or her for a Charles Follo Award or the organization for a Superior Award. 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 Activity Pass: New Brochure for 2014-2015
by Jim Flury 22 Apr '14

22 Apr '14

All, Brigette has updated the MAP brochure for 2014-2015. Please feel free to print, share and distribute this very popular item of MAP promotional material for/with/to your patrons. http://tln.lib.mi.us/map/Files/MAP%202014-2015%20brochure.pdf 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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FW: Skill Building Conference for Local Writers: April 26th
by Andy Schuck 22 Apr '14

22 Apr '14

The event is on Saturday, April 26th from 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Cheers, Andy From: Andy Schuck Sent: Tuesday, April 22, 2014 11:55 AM To: 'michlib-l(a)mcls.org' Subject: Skill Building Conference for Local Writers The Westland Public Library is pleased announce their 2nd annual Skill Building Conference for Local Writers (http://westlandlibrary.org/node/6373) This free program is open to all area writers looking to improve their fiction, poetry, and non-fiction skills, as well as provide a forum to learn about the publishing industry. Below is a list of 1 hour programs being offered during the day: 9:30 a.m. Coffee Hour, provided by Westland's Biggby Coffee<http://www.yelp.com/biz/biggby-coffee-westland>. Time to network and/or talk shop with local writers while enjoying a fine cup of coffee. Free to the public. 10:30 a.m. The Joy of Making Metaphor, presented by Jennifer Burd<http://redroom.com/member/jennifer-j-burd>, poet and author of creative non-fiction and children's stories (Meeting Room A). 10:45 a.m. Writing Natural Dialogue, presented by Mike Ball<http://learnedsofar.com/>, humorist, author of 3 books and Director of the Lost Voices<http://lostvoices.org/> program (Meeting Room B). 12:00 p.m. Research: The Story Behind the Story, presented by Pamela Gossiaux<http://pamelagossiaux.com/>, freelance writer and author of 2 inspirational books (Meeting Room A). 12:15 p.m. New Trends in Indie Publishing, presented by Tom Saunders, owner/operator of Glendower Media<http://www.glendowermedia.com/>, winner of 2012 National Indie Excellence Award<http://www.indieexcellence.com/indie-results-2012.htm> (Meeting Room B). See detailed program descriptions on our website at: http://westlandlibrary.org/node/6373 (also attached). Free coffee will also be available throughout the day, courtesy of our friends at Biggby Coffee in Westland<http://www.yelp.com/biz/biggby-coffee-westland> (while supplies last). Sign up on our website for the conference (any session) or contact Andy Schuck at the library for more information. Andy ------------ Andy Schuck Library Programming Westland Public Library 6123 Central City Parkway Westland, MI 48185 andy.schuck(a)westlandlibrary.org<mailto:andy.schuck@westlandlibrary.org> 734-326-6123, ext. 2844 www.westlandlibrary.org [sig-getyourgeekon]

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Skill Building Conference for Local Writers
by Andy Schuck 22 Apr '14

22 Apr '14

The Westland Public Library is pleased announce their 2nd annual Skill Building Conference for Local Writers (http://westlandlibrary.org/node/6373) This free program is open to all area writers looking to improve their fiction, poetry, and non-fiction skills, as well as provide a forum to learn about the publishing industry. Below is a list of 1 hour programs being offered during the day: 9:30 a.m. Coffee Hour, provided by Westland's Biggby Coffee<http://www.yelp.com/biz/biggby-coffee-westland>. Time to network and/or talk shop with local writers while enjoying a fine cup of coffee. Free to the public. 10:30 a.m. The Joy of Making Metaphor, presented by Jennifer Burd<http://redroom.com/member/jennifer-j-burd>, poet and author of creative non-fiction and children's stories (Meeting Room A). 10:45 a.m. Writing Natural Dialogue, presented by Mike Ball<http://learnedsofar.com/>, humorist, author of 3 books and Director of the Lost Voices<http://lostvoices.org/> program (Meeting Room B). 12:00 p.m. Research: The Story Behind the Story, presented by Pamela Gossiaux<http://pamelagossiaux.com/>, freelance writer and author of 2 inspirational books (Meeting Room A). 12:15 p.m. New Trends in Indie Publishing, presented by Tom Saunders, owner/operator of Glendower Media<http://www.glendowermedia.com/>, winner of 2012 National Indie Excellence Award<http://www.indieexcellence.com/indie-results-2012.htm> (Meeting Room B). See detailed program descriptions on our website at: http://westlandlibrary.org/node/6373 (also attached). Free coffee will also be available throughout the day, courtesy of our friends at Biggby Coffee in Westland<http://www.yelp.com/biz/biggby-coffee-westland> (while supplies last). Sign up on our website for the conference (any session) or contact Andy Schuck at the library for more information. Andy ------------ Andy Schuck Library Programming Westland Public Library 6123 Central City Parkway Westland, MI 48185 andy.schuck(a)westlandlibrary.org<mailto:andy.schuck@westlandlibrary.org> 734-326-6123, ext. 2844 www.westlandlibrary.org [sig-getyourgeekon]

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Registration Open for 2014 Upper Peninsula History Conference in Manistique June 20-22
by HSM Web 21 Apr '14

21 Apr '14

April 21, 2014 Registration is now open for the 65th annual Upper Peninsula History Conference! June 20-22, 2014 . Manistique, Michigan <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/UP-History-Conference- web.pdf> Click here to download the flyer for more information and session descriptions. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/upper-peninsula-history-conference/up -conference-registration/> Go to online registration. Held every summer since 1950, the annual Upper Peninsula History Conference pays particular attention to Upper Peninsula history topics and themes. The annual Upper Peninsula History Awards are also presented at this conference. _____ _____ 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 Nomination deadline is April 30, 2014, for the Upper Peninsula History Awards. Do you know an individual or historical organization that has done marvelous things to preserve and promote the history of Michigan's Upper Peninsula? <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/awards/upper-peninsula-history-awards/> To learn more about these awards or to download the nomination form, please visit our Upper Peninsula History Awards page. Maybe it's someone who has volunteered his or her time for years at the local historical society or archives. Or maybe you know about an organization that has successfully preserved a historic home, industrial complex, streetscape, or archeological site. Or perhaps you are aware of a person or organization that has interviewed and recorded the memories of older citizens before their passing or tirelessly researched and documented the history of your community. Then it's the perfect time to nominate him or her for a Charles Follo Award or the organization for a Superior Award. 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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