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Registration Open for 2014 State History Conference in Big Rapids September 26-28, 2014
by HSM Web 25 Jul '14

25 Jul '14

July 25, 2014 Registration is now open for the 140th Annual Meeting and State History Conference! September 26-28, 2014 . Big Rapids, Michigan <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/State-History-Conferen ce-flyer.pdf> <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/State-History-Conferen ce-flyer.pdf> Click here to download the flyer for more information and session descriptions. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/annual-state-history-conference/onlin e-registration/> Go to online registration. This year marks the 140th anniversary of the State History Conference, and HSM is proud to celebrate this milestone in conjunction with the 130th anniversary of Ferris State University. The State History Awards will also be presented during the conference. Each year, the Historical Society of Michigan presents a State History Award to those individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the appreciation and understanding of Michigan history. _____ _____ 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 Come to enjoy keynotes, breakout sessions, workshops, tours, the President's Reception, the State History Awards Banquet, the Celebration Banquet, and networking opportunities with other attendees and exhibitors! <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/annual-state-history-conference/onlin e-registration/> Go to online registration. Here's a preview of what you'll learn about at this year's conference. David Pilgrim of the Jim Crow Museum of Racist Memorabilia will speak at the State History Awards Banquet on "Using Objects of Intolerance to Teach Tolerance and Promote Social Justice." The Saturday Opening Keynote will discuss "Russell Kirk: The Wizard of Mecosta County," presented by Gleaves Whitney of Grand Valley State University. "The Business of Being Amish" will be the topic of the Saturday Luncheon Keynote with speaker Denise M. Reiling of Eastern Michigan University. Author and storyteller Larry B. Massie will entertain attendees with stories about "The Color of Michigan's Past" during the Celebration Banquet. 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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CLAIMED: Michigan history publications
by Robin Rank 25 Jul '14

25 Jul '14

Dear List Members, The Michigan History publications have been claimed. Thank you for your interest. Robin ****************************** Robin Rank Reference and Instruction Librarian Information Services Kalamazoo College 1200 Academy Street Kalamazoo, MI 49006 voice: 269 337-7152 email: robin.rank(a)kzoo.edu<mailto:robin.rank@kzoo.edu> From: michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] On Behalf Of Robin Rank Sent: Friday, July 25, 2014 8:39 AM To: michlib-l (michlib-l(a)lists.mcls.org) Subject: [Michlib-l] Offering: Michigan history publications Dear List Members, Our library is offering these Michigan history publications to give away. Please email me at rrank(a)kzoo.edu<mailto:rrank@kzoo.edu> if you are interested. Thank you, Robin Rank TITLE Dissertations and theses in Michigan history IMPRINT [Lansing] : Michigan History Division, Michigan Dept. of State, [1974?] AUTHOR Hathaway, Richard J. DESCRIPT viii, 133 p. ; 28 cm. NOTE Includes indexes. TITLE Michigan bibliographies and indexes. EDITION [1st ed.] AUTHOR Bullock, Penelope L. IMPRINT Ypsilanti, Eastern Michigan University [1960] DESCRIPT 30 p. 24 cm. NOTE "Survey of bibliographies and indexes...issued between 1921 and 1960." TITLE Michigan county histories; a bibliography. EDITION [Rev.] AUTHOR Michigan. Bureau of Library Services. IMPRINT Lansing, 1970. DESCRIPT 29 p. map. 28 cm. TITLE Michigan county histories : a bibliography Michigan Department of Education. State Library Services. EDITION [Rev.] AUTHOR Michigan. State Library Services. IMPRINT Lansing, 1978. DESCRIPT 26 p. : map ; 28 cm. ****************************** Robin Rank Reference and Instruction Librarian Information Services Kalamazoo College 1200 Academy Street Kalamazoo, MI 49006 voice: 269 337-7152 email: robin.rank(a)kzoo.edu<mailto:robin.rank@kzoo.edu>

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Offering: Michigan history publications
by Robin Rank 25 Jul '14

25 Jul '14

Dear List Members, Our library is offering these Michigan history publications to give away. Please email me at rrank(a)kzoo.edu<mailto:rrank@kzoo.edu> if you are interested. Thank you, Robin Rank TITLE Dissertations and theses in Michigan history IMPRINT [Lansing] : Michigan History Division, Michigan Dept. of State, [1974?] AUTHOR Hathaway, Richard J. DESCRIPT viii, 133 p. ; 28 cm. NOTE Includes indexes. TITLE Michigan bibliographies and indexes. EDITION [1st ed.] AUTHOR Bullock, Penelope L. IMPRINT Ypsilanti, Eastern Michigan University [1960] DESCRIPT 30 p. 24 cm. NOTE "Survey of bibliographies and indexes...issued between 1921 and 1960." TITLE Michigan county histories; a bibliography. EDITION [Rev.] AUTHOR Michigan. Bureau of Library Services. IMPRINT Lansing, 1970. DESCRIPT 29 p. map. 28 cm. TITLE Michigan county histories : a bibliography Michigan Department of Education. State Library Services. EDITION [Rev.] AUTHOR Michigan. State Library Services. IMPRINT Lansing, 1978. DESCRIPT 26 p. : map ; 28 cm. ****************************** Robin Rank Reference and Instruction Librarian Information Services Kalamazoo College 1200 Academy Street Kalamazoo, MI 49006 voice: 269 337-7152 email: robin.rank(a)kzoo.edu<mailto:robin.rank@kzoo.edu>

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Video Gamefest Question
by Jaema Berman 24 Jul '14

24 Jul '14

Dear Colleagues, We recently engaged Joel Tacey's Video GameFest and found it a bit disappointing given the cost of $345.00. Our experience was such *The "host" merely set up the machines and didn't explain or encourage play. *The host played games with his girlfriend. *The host "forgot" to bring the doorprizes, movie-candy, custom-medals for the champions. He markets to libraries in the area and I wondered if anyone else had experiences with Tacey's Tip Top Entertainment? Sincerely, Jaema Berman -- Jaema Berman Director Addison Twp. Public Library 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 Phone: 248-628-7180 Fax: 248-628-6109 http://www.addisontwp.michlibrary.org “Today a reader, tomorrow a leader.” Margaret Fuller 1810-1850 Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some few to be chewed and digested. ~ Francis Bacon

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GVSU Scholarly Communications Outreach Coordinator - application deadline extended
by Julie Garrison 24 Jul '14

24 Jul '14

Application Deadline extended Grand Valley State University Libraries, a recipient of the 2012 Association of College and Research Libraries' Excellence in Academic Libraries Award, seeks energetic and innovative applicants for a Scholarly Communications Outreach Coordinator position, responsible for the overall management and direction of the Libraries’ scholarly communication program and repository services. The person in this position reports to the Head of Collections and Scholarly Communications and provides outreach to GVSU community on scholarly communications issues and services and leads the Libraries’ efforts to support new models of scholarly communication. Responsibilities include advocating for alternatives to traditional publishing models, working with faculty and liaison librarians in identifying and adding materials to the repository, serving as a primary point of contact on copyright issues, and developing and providing University-wide educational opportunities for sharing information about scholarly communications, open access, copyright and institutional repositories. Promotes and administers the Libraries’ Open Access Publishing Support Fund. The successful candidate will contribute to the libraries’ overall leadership team. Required qualifications include a Master of Library Science degree from an ALA accredited institution or equivalent; experience working in higher education or an academic library setting; knowledge of current issues and trends in scholarly communications, open access publishing, and data management and sharing; knowledge of current issues regarding intellectual property, copyright, and fair use; ability to plan and manage projects and project teams; ability to understand and manage the needs of various constituencies, including faculty, students and other administrative offices; excellent written and verbal communications skills; ability to be flexible and manage change; ability to adapt to emerging practices in higher education and scholarly publishing. Experience working with the Digital Commons institutional repository platform or other digital publishing tools and knowledge of current metadata schemas and standards preferred. GVSU librarians are full members of the university faculty and must possess the potential to fulfill the requirements for promotion and tenure, and are expected to engage in scholarship and professional development, service to the institution, and institutional governance. Qualified applicants from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Salary range is commensurate with experience. GVSU librarians enjoy a comprehensive benefit package, including support for professional development. A complete position description, as well as required qualifications and application information, can be found at www.gvsujobs.org. Application deadline has been extended to August 15, 2014. Grand Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution. Grand Valley State University attracts nearly 25,000 students with high-quality programs and state-of-the-art facilities. Grand Valley is a comprehensive university serving students from all 83 Michigan counties and dozens of other states and foreign countries. Grand Valley offers 81 undergraduate and 31 graduate degree programs from campuses in Allendale, Grand Rapids, and Holland, and from regional centers in Muskegon and Traverse City. The university is dedicated to individual student achievement, going beyond the traditional classroom experience, with research opportunities and business partnerships.

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Through the Eyes of Rose-author John Kozak information
by Ben Peterson 24 Jul '14

24 Jul '14

I should have shared this the other day. My apologies. "Through the Eyes of Rose" author J. Kozak 18495 Mack Ave. Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236 313-885-1999 Phone 313-885-0041 Fax JKozakinc(a)aol.com Ben Peterson Brandon Township Public Library 304 South Street Ortonville, Michigan 48462 bpeterson(a)brandonlibrary.org

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Fwd: {Employees} Employment Opportunity - Director, Literacy Network (Grant-funded, Temporary)
by Jill Sodt 24 Jul '14

24 Jul '14

FYI. Jill Sodt Director of Library Services Mott Library Mott Community College 1401 East Court St, Flint, MI 48503 810-762-0415 jill.sodt(a)mcc.edu ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Sharon Ewles <sharon.ewles(a)mcc.edu> Date: Thu, Jul 24, 2014 at 12:08 PM Subject: {Employees} Employment Opportunity - Director, Literacy Network (Grant-funded, Temporary) To: Employees <employees(a)mcc.edu> Good Afternoon -- Mott Community College is currently accepting applications for the *grant-funded, temporary position of Director, Literacy Network*. Please refer to the link below or visit www.mott.jobs to view the complete posting and our online application process. Please share this information with anyone you feel may be interested. https://mcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/515 Thank you, Sharon Ewles Staffing Manager Mott Community College Flint, MI 48503 810.762.0449 www.mott.jobs *Mott Community College faculty, staff and students are dedicated to creating a positive learning environment through appropriate appearance, responsible behavior, and respectful communication.*

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Job Posting - Library Assistant, Marshall District Library
by Angela Semifero 24 Jul '14

24 Jul '14

*AVAILABLE POSITION:* Part-time Library Assistant, Public Services *WORK SCHEDULE:* 32 hours per week, including evening and weekend hours *PAY RATE:* $10.69 per hour with merit increases; benefits include pro-rated health insurance, retirement plan, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays *JOB SUMMARY:* The part-time Library Assistant, Public Services provides library services to children, teens, and adults. These services include: assisting patrons with public computer use, delivery of reference, information and reader’s advisory services for patrons of all ages, library programming, library displays, using library technology to meet the needs of the community served. Position responsibilities assigned primarily in delivery of program planning and marketing. *REQUIREMENTS:* Minimum high school degree. Substantial college coursework preferred. Experience working with children required. Event planning and marketing experience preferred. Public library experience preferred with demonstrated knowledge of library materials and resources, and proficiency in the use of computer technology. Accuracy and skill in keyboarding required. Commitment to customer service excellence. Excellent oral and written communication skills essential. Ability to organize multiple assignments and work independently. Creativity in developing and implementing library programs and services. Additionally to perform the essential functions of the position, an individual will be required to maintain a physical condition necessary for sitting, walking, and/or standing for long periods of time; lifting or carrying light to moderately heavy objects; operating assigned equipment, including computers. *APPLY:* Submit resume with cover letter or job application with cover letter providing details of relevant experience to: Angela Semifero, Library Director, Marshall District Library, 124 W. Green Street, Marshall, MI 49068. Electronic submissions to: SemiferoA(a)MarshallDistrictLibrary.org Application available in person at the library or online at www.marshalldistrictlibrary.org *DEADLINE:* Application materials mailed or e-mailed, will be accepted through 5:30 pm on Tuesday, August 5, 2014. *PLEASE NOTE:* All candidates will be notified of our decision by mail or phone within 4-6 weeks after the deadline date. We ask that no inquiries be made about the status of your application during this period.

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R rated movies
by Val Meyerson 24 Jul '14

24 Jul '14

When you circulate R rated movies at your library, how do you deal with children who want to check them out? Does circ staff check each DVD for a rating and make sure the child is of age? Do children have a different card than adults? Has the availability of R-rated movies been a problem with parents? Linda Adams Adult Services Librarian Charlevoix Public Library 220 W. Clinton Charlevoix, MI 49720 linda(a)charlevoixlibrary.org<mailto:linda@charlevoixlibrary.org> 231-237-7342

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R-rated movies
by Val Meyerson 24 Jul '14

24 Jul '14

When you circulate R rated movies at your library, how do you deal with children who want to check them out? Does circ staff check each DVD for a rating and make sure the child is of age? Do children have a different card than adults? Has the availability of R-rated movies been a problem with parents? Linda Adams Adult Services Librarian Charlevoix Public Library 220 W. Clinton Charlevoix, MI 49720 linda(a)charlevoixlibrary.org<mailto:linda@charlevoixlibrary.org> 231-237-7342

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