April 2014 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Invitation to the State Librarian's Retirement Event
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 17 Apr '14

17 Apr '14

Dear Michigan Library Community, The Library of Michigan would like to invite you to a retirement celebration for Nancy Robertson, State Librarian, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 24th at the Library of Michigan. Enjoy an afternoon tea with us and listen to remarks at 3:45. To assist us in planning, we are asking for an R.S.V.P. by Thursday, April 17th to holcombk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:holcombk@michigan.gov> or by calling 517-373-1580. Thank you and we hope to see you on the 24th! Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915-1609 517-373-4457 fax: 517-373-5700 http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> http://www.michlibrary.org<http://www.michlibrary.org/> Each April, Michigan celebrates the Month of the Young Child, sponsored by the Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children. [Description: Description: cid:image001.jpg@01CBED4E.B36258B0]

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alternative URL for hearing
by Mase, Sheryl (MDE) 17 Apr '14

17 Apr '14

This has sound: http://www.c-span.org/video/?318935-1/broadband-libraries [cid:image001.jpg@01CF5A25.95744AB0] 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<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. Each April, Michigan celebrates the Month of the Young Child, sponsored by the Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children. [cid:image002.jpg@01CF5A25.95744AB0]

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Reference books available
by Mary Bullard 17 Apr '14

17 Apr '14

Serious weeding has been done in my high school library. The attached titles are available to anyone interested. All are in excellent condition. You will need to arrange your own pickup. Mary Bullard Monroe High School Library Media Specialist 901 Herr Road Monroe Michigan bullard(a)monroe.k12.mi.us<mailto:bullard@monroe.k12.mi.us>

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Library of Michigan
by Pacer, Matt (MDE) 16 Apr '14

16 Apr '14

Hello! The Library of Michigan is looking for vendors for our "Library Patron Network" project. A brief summary of the project follows: The Library of Michigan (LOM), an agency of the Michigan Department of Education (MDE), State of Michigan, has issued a Request for Proposal to solicit bids from qualified firms which can procure/supply, install, manage and provide ongoing support and maintenance of the LOM's Patron Network. This will include the Patron Workstations, Network Printers, internet access/connectivity and other necessary hardware and software. The link below takes you to the Buy4Michigan website to view the entire RFP, and includes directions on how to bid. Please pass the information along to any potential interested parties. Thank you. Website: https://www.buy4michigan.com/bso/login.jsp Bid #: 031314B0001762 <https://www.buy4michigan.com/bso/external/bidAck.sdo?bidId=031314B0001762&p…> Matthew Pacer Reference Librarian Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909 517-335-8443 pacerm(a)michigan.gov<mailto:pacerm@michigan.gov> www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> librarian(a)michigan.gov<mailto:librarian@michigan.gov> Learn more about what the Library can do for you in our Ask Us Anything issue of Timely Topics - http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mde/mde_lm_Legis_ServicesJune_2011_359000… Each April, Michigan celebrates the Month of the Young Child, sponsored by the Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children. [Description: Description: cid:image001.jpg@01CBED4E.B36258B0]

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REMINDER; RSVP DEADLINE is APRIL 17: Invitation to the Retirement Event for State Librarian Nancy Robertson
by BiggThomas, Deb (MDE) 16 Apr '14

16 Apr '14

Hello Michigan Libraries! Just a friendly reminder that you are cordially invited to join us at the Library of Michigan to celebrate the career and retirement of State Librarian, Nancy Robertson on April 24th. See attached invitation for details. Please let us know if you can join us by sending an email to: holcombk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:holcombk@michigan.gov>. If interested, contributions are being accepted by the Library of Michigan Foundation (www.libraryofmichiganfoundation.org<http://www.libraryofmichiganfoundation.org>) for donations to the State Librarian's Innovation Fund in Nancy's honor. Kind regards, Deb Deb Biggs Thomas, MA AMLS Michigan eLibrary & Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517-373-4466 [LMSigforEmail] Visit MeL at: http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> and on Facebook at: http://facebook.com/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. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ and watch the 21st Century Libraries episode.

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FW: IMLS Hosts Library Convening April 29 at the New York Public Library
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 16 Apr '14

16 Apr '14

The Institute of Museum and Libraries is hosting a meeting on the development of a national digital platform for libraries. While the meeting is in New York, you can participate and provide comments through social media. Please see the press release below for more information. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> From: IMLS News [mailto:imlsnews@imls.gov] Subject: IMLS Hosts Library Convening April 29 at the New York Public Library To view this message in a browser, please click here<http://www.idevmail.net/message.aspx?d=73&m=2053&e=reishk@michigan.gov&r=10…>. [IMLS logo] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 16, 2014 IMLS Press Contact 202-653-4630 Mamie Bittner, mbittner(a)imls.gov<mailto:mbittner@imls.gov> IMLS Hosts Library Convening April 29 at the New York Public Library U.S. Archivist David Ferriero and Other Experts To Discuss National Digital Platform Washington, DC—The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) will hold a stakeholder convening about trends in library service on Tuesday April 29, from 9:30 a.m.-- 4:30 p.m. at the New York Public Library. The focus of the meeting, which is the first of three to be held nationwide, is the national digital platform. IMLS invites broad participation via a live webcast, accessible here<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=1&d=73&mid=363882&m=2053>, and library professionals and the public are encouraged to participate through social media using the Twitter hashtag #imlsfocus<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=2&d=73&mid=363882&m=2053>. Seating at the event is extremely limited. IMLS supports the work of libraries to meet the nation’s growing demands for digital content. A key strategic priority of IMLS is to promote access to digitized collections to facilitate discovery of knowledge and cultural heritage. An analysis of IMLS grants to states program finds that states have used more than $1 billion in IMLS funding to support a wide range of digital investments, including massive digitization, repositories, and data aggregation; data residencies and skills training; self-publishing initiatives; providing access to e-books and developing digital tools. At the convening library and archive leaders will discuss key needs, gaps, opportunities, and goals to consider in furthering national digital initiatives. An agenda is available on the IMLS website<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=3&d=73&mid=363882&m=2053>. Specifically the discussion will cover: * Infrastructure: Examining the Hubs Model * Content * Use: Challenge and opportunities to broad use * Tool: Encouraging Innovation * Access at Scale * Skills Among the speakers are: * Anthony Marx<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=4&d=73&mid=363882&m=2053>, President and CEO, New York Public Library, * David Ferriero<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=5&d=73&mid=363882&m=2053>, Archivist of the United States, Dan Cohen<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=6&d=73&mid=363882&m=2053>, Executive Director, Digital Public Library of America, * Sari Feldman<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=7&d=73&mid=363882&m=2053>, Executive Director, Cuyahoga County Public Libraries, * Clifford Lynch, Director of the Coalition for Networked Information * Rachel Frick, Director, Digital Library Federation * Josh Greenberg<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=8&d=73&mid=363882&m=2053>, Program Director for Digital Information Technology, Alfred P. Sloan Foundation * Brett Bobley<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=9&d=73&mid=363882&m=2053>, Chief Information Officer, National Endowment for the Humanities * Elliott Shore<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=10&d=73&mid=363882&m=2053>, Executive Director, Association of Research Libraries The next two meetings will be on May 15 on learning spaces in libraries at the San Francisco Public Library and on June 5 on STEM learning at the Chicago Public Library. IMLS will release a revised National Leadership Grant application this summer that will reflect the priorities identified during these meetings. About the Institute of Museum and Library Services The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries and 17,500 museums. Our mission is to inspire libraries and museums to advance innovation, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. Our grant making, policy development, and research help libraries and museums deliver valuable services that make it possible for communities and individuals to thrive. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=11&d=73&mid=363882&m=2053> and follow us on Facebook<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=12&d=73&mid=363882&m=2053> and Twitter<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=13&d=73&mid=363882&m=2053>.

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Historical Collection Give Away
by Christian Dunham 16 Apr '14

16 Apr '14

Greetings All, We're giving away two sets of items. 1) Michigan Pioneer and Historical Collection, 40 volume set with index published 1907 - 1915~ - in print. 2) The entire US Census on Michigan Counties, 1870, 1880, 1900, 1910, 1920, & 1890 covering just Genesee, Huron, and Tuscola counties - on several dozen microfilms. Thank you for your time, Christian Dunham christian(a)carolibrary.org 989-673-4329 ext. 106

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Average Book Prices, 2014
by Jim Flury 16 Apr '14

16 Apr '14

All, TLN has updated its annual Average Book Prices document. By way of information, the 2013 prices were (slightly) modified and are final now. When I last updated this document in June, 2013 the 2013 figures were ytd, as the 2014 figures are now. Barring a major creek rise in the creek, see you next year! http://tln.lib.mi.us/dept/technical-services/acq/files/AverageBookPrices201… 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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Job Postings
by John Baar 16 Apr '14

16 Apr '14

Position: Library Assistant Department: Reference and Adult Services Youth Services Rate of Pay: $18.2556 to $19.7431 Hours: Minimum of 20 hours / week (evening and weekend hours may be required) Posting Date: April 16, 2014 Closing Date: April 23, 2014 This is a posting for 2 open positions in the Library, the departments are named above. You may apply for one of the positions or both of them with a single notification. Please state in your cover letter what positions you are applying for. The Grand Rapids Public Library is seeking dynamic para-professionals, who value customer service to fill these positions. All positions require a bachelor's degree and the ability to effectively communicate in Spanish is desired. These are demanding positions and require impeccable time management and multitasking skills.

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library shelving vendors?
by Warren, Leslie A 16 Apr '14

16 Apr '14

Hello, everyone Can anyone recommend a vendor for library shelving, please? We need to invite bids for new steel bookshelves (42") and it's been a very long time since we purchased shelving. We're also going to need to expedite the order. If you've worked with a vendor who can turn an order around quickly, that would be very helpful to know. Thanks much and happy National Library Week! Leslie Leslie A. Warren Dean, Academic Information Services Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave. Marquette, MI 49855 906-227-2117 906-227-1333 (fax) library.nmu.edu/ais

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