June 2014 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

E-Rate technology plans
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 27 Jun '14

27 Jun '14

If you're one of the early birds who submits their technology plans for the E-Rate program in July or August for the following year, this email is for you. It's a very exciting time for E-Rate and changes to the E-Rate program may involve tech plans. Traditionally the Library of Michigan sees a rush of tech plans submitted for the following year (in this case 2015) in July and August of the current year, which is the earliest that we approve them. I'm going to encourage you to hold off on sending in a tech plan at this time for two reasons. First, we don't know if there will be changes to tech plan requirements vis a vis which products or services you are seeking a discount for. Currently, a technology plan is only required when you are seeking "Priority 2 Funding" (internal connections). Second, there's something I want to remind you about in particular this year: language in your goals and strategies section must specifically align to items on your Forms 470 (for instance: "We will improve infrastructure to support greater bandwidth" if you are applying for Priority 2 funding). It remains the case that libraries must have written their technology plan before filing their Form 470 and have it approved before they file Form 486 or before discounted services begin, whichever comes first. Have a great weekend everyone, Sonya Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant and Plinkit Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-373-4457 http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> http://www.michlibrary.org<http://www.michlibrary.org/> Invest in a child's future today. Support the MDE Culture of Reading. www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading<http://www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading> [Culture of Reading-A (2)]

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New MeL Marketing URLs
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 27 Jun '14

27 Jun '14

Greetings everyone, I wanted to send out a quick list of the marketing URLs for the redesigned MeL gateways: * Kids<http://devkids.mel.org> (mel.org/kids) * Teens<http://devteens.mel.org> (mel.org/teens) * Business<http://dev2013.mel.org/index.php?P=MeLGateways&ParentId=832> (mel.org/business) * Jobs<http://dev2013.mel.org/index.php?P=MeLGateways&ParentId=425> (mel.org/jobs) * Government<http://dev2013.mel.org/index.php?P=MeLGateways&ParentId=984> (mel.org/government) * Health<http://dev2013.mel.org/index.php?P=MeLGateways&ParentId=842> (mel.org/health) * Legal<http://dev2013.mel.org/index.php?P=MeLGateways&ParentId=952> (mel.org/legal) * Books & Literacy<http://dev2013.mel.org/index.php?P=MeLGateways&ParentId=841> (mel.org/books) We also have: * Mel.org/melcat * MeL.org/databases * MeL.org/promotions * MeL.org/help * MeL.org/about * MeL.org/disclaimer * MeL.org/contact Use and enjoy them! Have a great weekend, Sonya Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant and Plinkit Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-373-4457 http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> http://www.michlibrary.org<http://www.michlibrary.org/> Invest in a child's future today. Support the MDE Culture of Reading. www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading<http://www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading> [Culture of Reading-A (2)]

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Hiring Senior Library Assistant - NMU (Marquette)
by Warren, Leslie A 27 Jun '14

27 Jun '14

The Northern Michigan University's Olson Library is hiring a Senior Clerk/Senior Library Assistant-Public Services. The work schedule is 11 months/year, evenings and weekends required. Brief statement of the position duties: Assist with library operational functions: create, compile, and maintain records; receive, process, and issue library materials (including interlibrary loan and reserve reading) in a variety of formats; perform collection maintenance and inventory; conduct facilities opening and closing procedures; assist patrons with library transactions; and perform complex clerical functions, including petty cash maintenance. Applications accepted until July 7, 2014. Details at http://employme.nmu.edu/. Summary of benefits at http://www.nmu.edu/hr/sites/Drupalhr/files/UserFiles/Files/Pre-Drupal/SiteS…. Equal Opportunity Northern Michigan University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on such factors as race, color, national origin, gender, religion, height, weight, familial status, marital status, veteran status, disability/handicap, age or sexual orientation in employment, or the provision of services, and provides upon request, reasonable accommodation including auxiliary aids and services necessary to afford individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to participate in all programs and activities. Persons having inquiries regarding discrimination/complaints may contact the Equal Opportunity Office at (906) 227-2420. 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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To any Girl Scouts out there
by Ann Greene 27 Jun '14

27 Jun '14

Hi: My cousin is looking for the piano music to a GS song. I have searched online and and through all of the song books in my library. I have not had any luck. She wants it for her mother's memorial service on July 12. Her mother was a GS leader for her from Brownies through Seniors. She thought it would be really nice to have some GS songs at the service. The song is: The golden sun sinks in the west; Great spirits call Girl Scouts to rest We’ve had our work, we’ve had our play, And we have lived in the Girl Scout way Each day we’ve done some new good turn: Someone to help, not praise to earn We’ve lived our lives with this in view, And now we pledge our scoutship true Upon my honor I will try To do my duty to God on high To help all other people out And to live the life of a true Girl Scout. If you have the music for this I would be happy to pay for a copy. We just need one for the pianist. Thanks. Ann Greene Eau Claire District Library greenelib(a)yahoo.com

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Employment Opportunity - Library Director, Elm Grove, WI
by Marsh, Nyama 27 Jun '14

27 Jun '14

Forwarded - I have no further details about the position, though I can answer questions about living in the Milwaukee area (It's awesome!). *_Library Director, Elm Grove, Wisconsin_* Library professional to administer and manage a small, friendly public library in a community of active readers with a collection of 50,000 items and an annual circulation of over 100,000. Elm Grove is just west of Milwaukee. Must have excellent technology and people skills. Previous experience as library director preferred. Grade 1 Library Certification, management and budgeting experience required. Starting salary up to $58K depending on qualifications. Deadline 7/15/2014. Résumé or CV to David DeAngelis, Village Manager, 13600 Juneau Blvd, Elm Grove, WI 53122, or email ddeangelis(a)elmgrovewi.org<mailto:ddeangelis@elmgrovewi.org>. EOE. For full position description visit: http://www.elmgrovelibrary.com/librarydirectordescription.htm 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 "Leaders don't force people to follow - they invite them on a journey." ~ Charles Lauer

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Historic maritime activities available through the Michigan Activity Pass program
by Brigette M. Felix 27 Jun '14

27 Jun '14

Michigan has a wealth of historic maritime attractions to explore. Check out the Michigan Activity Pass top ten historic maritime attractions listed below. For more information on the Michigan Activity Pass see the brochure at: <http://tln.lib.mi.us/map/Files/MAP%202014-2015%20brochure%20v2.pdf> http://tln.lib.mi.us/map/Files/MAP%202014-2015%20brochure%20v2.pdf (Prior to your visit, please call ahead or check the museum's website in order to verify hours of operation, etc.) Historic Maritime Big Sable Lighthouse, Ludington 231-845-7417 | http://www.splka.org/lights.html Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum, Northport 231-386-7195 | http://www.grandtraverselighthouse.com/ Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center, Alpena 989-356—8805 | http://thunderbay.noaa.gov/maritime/glmhc.html Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum, Paradise 888-492-3747 | http://www.shipwreckmuseum.com/ Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum, Mackinaw City 231-436-9825 | http://themackinaw.org/ Inland Water Route Historical Museum, Alanson 231-557-2205 | http://www.americanheritage.com/content/inland-water-route-historical-socie… Little Sable Point Lighthouse, Mears 231-845-7417 | http://www.splka.org/littlesable.html Ludington Breakwater Lighthouse, Ludington 231-845-7417 | http://www.splka.org/ludingtonbreak.html USS Silversides Submarine Museum, Muskegon 231-755-1230 | http://silversidesmuseum.org/ White River Light Station and Museum, Whitehall 231-845-7417 | http://www.splka.org/whiteriver.html Brigette Felix Shared System Librarian The Library Network (248) 536-3100 x137

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Tattoo Program?
by Christine Wedge 27 Jun '14

27 Jun '14

Has anyone hosted a program on tattoos and the history of tattooing? Tattoos are increasingly popular in our area and I'd like to explore a program which would incorporate a history of the practice in cultures like ancient Egypt and move right up into modern changes (tattoos becoming more mainstream and shifting to a broader demographic, etc). I could get some local tattoo artists to talk about the work they do and interesting tattoos they have created, and there are television programs, but I'm interested in a speaker who could address the historical and cultural roots of the practice as well. Recommendations? Similar programs? Please advise Christine Wedge -- Christine Wedge Library Development Coordinator Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library 211 N. First Avenue Alpena, MI 49707 989-356-6188 x25

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Coin Counting/Rolling Question
by Andrea Estelle 27 Jun '14

27 Jun '14

Happy Friday Everyone! Just wondered if anyone out in library land has a coin counter or rolling machine that they really like and if so can you please share the details on it? Or does anyone have any tips on efficient procedures for counting and rolling coins? Thanks for your help, Andrea Andrea Estelle, Library Director "Brighten the Corner Where You Are" Every Great Community Deserves a Great Library 401 Dix Street Otsego, MI 49078 (269) 694-9690 www.otsegolibrary.org <http://www.otsegolibrary.org>

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MI-ALA discussion
by Stacy Nowicki 27 Jun '14

27 Jun '14

I haven't seen much discussion on these listservs about MI-ALA, which I find curious. Since it wasn't widely disseminated, I would just like to point out Veronica Bielat's open letter to the steering committee here: http://www.miala.org/updates/minkinr/mi-ala-purposes-organization-are-now-o… I remain concerned about starting a new organization without the infrastructure MLA can provide. If we want more opportunities for academics within MLA, then we have to participate -- not withdraw. Further, MLA's efforts to support public libraries also support academics -- the kids who use public libraries become our students, after all. Stacy ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Dr. Stacy Nowicki, Ph.D., J.D. Library Director and Title IX Coordinator Information Services Kalamazoo College 1200 Academy Street Kalamazoo, MI 49006 voice: 269.337.5750 fax: 269.337.7143 email: Stacy.Nowicki(a)kzoo.edu green dot: a single choice in one moment that makes our college safer http://www.livethegreendot.com/

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LearningExpress Library 3.0 and Kids InfoBits in MeL
by BiggThomas, Deb (MDE) 26 Jun '14

26 Jun '14

Just a reminder that these 2 subscription eResources in MeL will change to their new interfaces on July 1, 2014. For those who have been using the current version of LearningExpress Library, all the practice tests, course and eBooks you've been using will not transfer to LearningExpress Library 3.0; a new user account will need to be created. If you haven't yet explored LearningExpress Library 3.0 there's a lot of great new functionality including the new GED practice tests/prep. For Kids InfoBits, you will find a new and exciting interface that will be even more appealing to students needing to find quality, vetted information for their school projects, reports and general information. You can register for free webinars on Kids InfoBits at http://tinyurl.com/p9x969o. 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 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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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