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book shelves available
by l.m.stone＠comcast.net 21 Jul '14

21 Jul '14

I have two shelving units available (see attached picture). They are double-sided, 24 feet long, made up of 3 foot sections so could be shorter if you wanted. You'd have to come get them - we are in Bloomfield Hills. Linda Stone

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Closes this Sunday! July 27-Director of Library Services position announcement-Berkeley Public Library, CA
by Jobeth Bradbury 21 Jul '14

21 Jul '14

Director of Library Services-Berkeley Public Library (CA) A spirited Library seeking a spirited Director! The Berkeley Public Library <http://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/> Board of Trustees seeks a creative and thoughtful Director of Library Services to lead a team of talented professionals continuing to position the Library as a prominent player in Berkeleys continuum of learning and inspiration. Through traditional formats and growing digital collections, the Library serves as a local resource contributing to local creativity, preserving the communitys collective history, nourishing the arts, supporting small businesses and job seekers, and welcoming its citizens and enriching their lives. The City of Berkeley has always put public libraries at the center of city life. A highly skilled and creative staff (113 FTE) at the Central Library and four branches welcomed 1.4 million visitors in 2013 and loaned 1.9 million items. With a dedicated funding source (annual budget-$16 million) and a quality collection of 600,000 items, Berkeley Public Library leads the state in per capita use. A five-member Board of Trustees, appointed by the City Council, governs the Library. The <http://www.bplf.org/> Berkeley Public Library Foundation, established in 1997, recently raised $3 million dollars supporting the Branch Library renovation program. Additional support comes from the vital Friends of the Berkeley Public Library through strong fundraising and advocacy efforts. The City of Berkeley, the city with a small population and a big reputation, is located on the eastern shore of the San Francisco Bay. With more than 120,000 residents, Berkeley is a welcoming and diverse communityproud of their heritage as a center of academic achievement (University of California, Berkeley), scientific exploration, free speech, and the arts. People come for the culture and stay for the food - Berkeley is a cultural and culinary destination where residents and visitors find a dynamic city with an international flavor. Attractions include two arts districts, the Berkeley Marina, state-of-the-art pedestrian and bicycle paths, stunning outdoor recreational opportunities, farmers markets, and unlimited senior activities. Oakland, San Francisco, and the rolling hills of wine country are all within close proximity of Berkeley and offer additional cultural and recreational amenities. For more information on the Library, Berkeley and the Bay Area, visit Berkeley Links (http://www.gossagesager.com/BPLlinks.htm) Responsibilities. The Director of Library Services serves as administrative head of the Library and reports to a Library Board of Trustees, serves as staff to the Board, and is responsible for implementing policy, developing goals and objectives, supervising staff, administering the library budget and directing day to day operations. Although reporting to the Library Board, the Director serves as part of the City's management team. Major responsibilities include: developing and recommending service policy to the Board of Library Trustees; planning and directing the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and service standards for the Library; evaluating the effectiveness of library services and programs in meeting community needs; maintaining effective relations with other city departments and a variety of community and support organizations, groups, and other individuals; directing the preparation and administration of the librarys budget; recommending applications for public and private funds for library programs; and supervising and evaluating the activities of professional staff. Please visit Director of Library Services <http://agency.governmentjobs.com/berkeley/default.cfm?action=viewclassspec& classSpecID=104809&agency=1568&viewOnly=yes> for the complete job description. Qualifications. A Master's degree in Library Science or a closely related field (or equivalent) and eight (8) FTE years of management, supervisory or administrative experience including a minimum of four (4) FTE years of administration of library programs and services and four (4) FTE years of supervising professional staff through subordinate supervisors. Progressively responsible related experience may be substituted for the college coursework on a year-for-year basis. Preferred qualifications include: demonstrated knowledge of administrative principles and methods, including goal setting, program and budget development; broad experience in working with new library technologies; meeting service delivery, programmatic, and administrative challenges with innovative solutions; keeps staff and public aware of current issues, events and plans; thinks both creatively and pragmatically and is flexible and attentive to staff and community concerns; has proven ability in labor relations with success in negotiating and communicating with union leadership. Compensation. The salary range is $137,772-$189,396 (with placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) with an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates via email or phone. To start the application process, send a meaningful cover letter and your résumé as Word or pdf attachments to Karen Miller <mailto:karenmiller@gossagesager.com> or Jobeth Bradbury <mailto:jobethbradbury@gossagesager.com> on or before the closing date of July 27, 2014. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) jobethbradbury(a)gossagesager.com

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Arab American National Museum Staff at the Library of Michigan
by Murphy, Edwina (MDE) 21 Jul '14

21 Jul '14

Arab American National Museum Staff to speak at the Library of Michigan, August 1st. Please join us for the World War One Symposium, The War that Changed the World. August 1. www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> or https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/MIWWI A little extra about the speakers: Matthew Jaber Stiffler is the Researcher at the Arab American National Museum in Dearborn, MI, where he oversees the development of the archives and library as well as leads a W. K. Kellogg Foundation-funded community engagement project. His dissertation, "Authentic Arabs, Authentic Christians: Antiochian Orthodox and the Mobilization of Cultural Identity" explores the relationship between religious, cultural, and political identities of Arab Americans. He is the author of "Orthodox, Arab, American: The Flexibility of Christian Arabness in Detroit," in Arab Detroit 9/11: Life in the Terror Decade (Wayne State University Press, 2011), among other publications. Matthew earned his Ph.D. in American Culture and Arab American Studies from University of Michigan in 2010. Lindsay Robillard graduated from Michigan State University's James Madison College of Public Affairs in 2008 with a degree in International Relations and Social Relations and Policy. In 2010 she finished her MA in Middle Eastern Studies from the University of Chicago with a thesis titled Bridging Africa and Europe: the Role of Immigration in Libyan Foreign Policy. She has worked at the AANM since January 2011, overseeing youth arts programming, coordinating educational activities, and managing various public programs. She is a native metro-Detroiter and her appreciation for Detroit's diverse cultures and lifelong love of the arts has propelled her mission at the AANM. <https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10152179688681771&set=pcb.101521796…> Edwina A. Murphy Michigan Collection Curator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909

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Millage information
by Ann Greene 18 Jul '14

18 Jul '14

Hi: Seeing the note from Ryan jogged my memory. I also attended the excellent millage workshop in Flint earlier this year. One of the presenters mentioned that her library had made a list of answers to the frequently asked question, "Why do we need libraries when we have the Internet and kindles?" If she would be kind enough to share that information, I would truly appreciate it. Ann Greene Eau Claire District Library greenelib(a)yahoo.com

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2014 Michigan Notable Book
by Murphy, Edwina (MDE) 18 Jul '14

18 Jul '14

Call for Submissions Know a local author in your area with a new book out in 2014? The Michigan Notable Book program is seeking submissions for 2014. All books by a Michigan author or about Michigan with a 2014 imprint date qualify. Self-published books are welcome. More details may be found at: http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-54574_39583---,00.ht…. Need more information, email murphye3(a)michigan.gov<mailto:murphye3@michigan.gov>. The sooner the material is received the more time committee members have to read the books. Should an author in your area be interested they may send 8 review copies to: Library of Michigan Michigan Notable Book Program 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing MI 48909 Edwina A. Murphy Michigan Collection Curator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909

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Program Featuring The Incredible Dr. Pol
by shermandirector 18 Jul '14

18 Jul '14

Sherman Township Library is hosting local legend, Dr. Jan Pol of NatGeo WILD's The Incredible Dr. Pol show! Join us August 7th at 3:00PM for a mini question and answer session and a chance to meet Dr. Pol. He will be discussing the care of animals for the children's program and be open to answering questions from children and adults alike. Don't forget to pre-order his book "Never Turn Your Back on an Angus Cow: My Life as a Country Vet" which will be released August 14, 2014. Ms. TJ Smith Library Director Sherman Township Library shermandirector(a)winntel.net (989) 644-5131

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Gently Used Business Reference
by Timothy Sherman 18 Jul '14

18 Jul '14

Greetings, I have two sets of gently used business reference that are available to a good home. First 2 responses win. -LexisNexis Corporate Affiliations, 2012 (8vols) -Ward's Business Directory 55th edition, 2012 (8vols) Best, Tim -- Timothy Sherman Adult Services Librarian Plymouth District Library 734.453.0750 ext.206

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Explore local history with the Michigan Activity Pass program
by Brigette M. Felix 18 Jul '14

18 Jul '14

Every community is rich in history. Check out some of the local historical societies, learning centers and area museums with the Michigan Activity Pass! The Michigan Activity Pass top ten historical societies, learning centers and area museums are 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.) We’re looking for feedback from your patrons. Encourage them to share their thoughts on the MAP program through the MAP survey. The survey is available in the MAP brochure, on the MAP page ( <http://www.michiganactivitypass.org> www.michiganactivitypass.org) and here: <https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ZRCR78M> https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ZRCR78M Historical societies, learning centers and area museums Castle Farms, Charlevoix 231-237-0884 | http://www.castlefarms.com/ Castle Museum, Saginaw <http://www.castlemuseum.org/> 989-752-2861 | http://www.castlemuseum.org/ Charlevoix Historical Society Museum, Charlevoix 231-547-0373 | http://chxhistory.com/ Chassell Heritage Center, Chassell <http://www.einerlei.com/community/CHO.html> 906-523-1155 | www.einerlei.com/community/CHO.html Empire Area Museum, Empire 231-326-5568 | http://empiremimuseum.org/ Holland Museum, Holland 616-796-3329 | http://www.hollandmuseum.org/ Lakeshore Museum Center, Muskegon <http://www.lakeshoremuseum.org/> 231-722-0278 | http://www.lakeshoremuseum.org/ Michigan Supreme Court Learning Center, Lansing 517-373-7171 | http://courts.mi.gov/education/learning-center/pages/default.aspx Oakland County Pioneer and Historical Society, Pontiac <http://www.ocphs.org/drupal-6.1/> 248-338-6732 | http://www.ocphs.org/drupal-6.1/ Washtenaw County Historical Society Museum, Ann Arbor 734-662-9092 | http://washtenawhistory.org/ Brigette Felix Shared System Librarian The Library Network (248) 536-3100 x137

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Comments by the FCC Chairman
by Christine Hage 18 Jul '14

18 Jul '14

A few weeks ago I shared a link with you that contained remarks from the FCC Chairman. The link was too slow because the file was so large. The ALA Washington Office has just provided a better link. http://www.districtdispatch.org/2014/07/fcc-chairman-tom-wheeler-speaks-lib… Please share this with your friends, family and colleagues. There are some nice remarks on the value of libraries that you may want to use as you advocate for your own library. Christine Lind Hage, President, United for Libraries Library Director, Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing

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Kerrytown Bookfest Author Breakfast
by kathy＠romeodistrictlibrary.org 17 Jul '14

17 Jul '14

Below is the link for the Kerrytown Author breakfast on September 7th: Join fellow children's authors, illustrators & book lovers for breakfast prior to the Kerrytown BookFest. Our very special guests include Caldecott Award Winning Illustrators Brian Floca, Christopher Rashka and Erin Stead. Our hostess is Ruth McNally Barshaw, and our table hosts & hostesses are Deborah Diesen, Matt Faulkner, Matt Phelan, Kris Remnar, Nancy Shaw, Philip Stead & Shanda Trent.... Sounds like a great way to start the day! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kerrytown-book-festival-breakfast-tickets-1209…

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