August 2014 - Michlib-l

Posting: PT Academic Resource Coordinator
by Michele Pratt 05 Aug '14

05 Aug '14

*POSITION: * Part-Time, Academic Resource Coordinator *REPORTS TO: *Director of Academic Resources *MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:* - Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program preferred. Master’s degree required - Previous experience in teaching and/or tutoring required - High level of computer literacy and competent in Microsoft applications required - Must have excellent oral and written communication skills - Must have working knowledge of reference, library instruction, and technology based resources *DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* - Provide faculty and student (individually and in groups) with learning resources and technology services - Work with PALnet in the consortial environment and be familiar with consortial issues - Maintain the collection development process - Develop ways to promote technology and eBooks to faculty and students - Perform circulation, technical services, and interlibrary loan functions as needed - Participate in appropriate system and campus committees, sub committees, projects, and activities - Explore and evaluate emerging technologies that have potential value for teaching and learning - Other duties as assigned *WORK SCHEDULE: *Flexible schedule up to 28 hours per week Some evening and weekend hours may be required. *STARTING DATE:* September 2, 2014 *COMPENSATION:* Hourly rate based on education, experience, and existing wage rates for similar positions at Baker College. *APPLICATION PROCEDURE: *Submit cover letters and resume by *August 11, 2014* to: Human Resource Department Baker College of Auburn Hills 1500 University Drive Auburn Hills, MI 48326 Fax: (248) 276-8297 Email: hr-ah(a)baker.edu *AA/EOE * Baker College of Auburn Hills combined Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available to anyone. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and three years’ worth of crime statistics for the school. This report is available online at ( http://www.baker.edu/media/ckfinder/files/Security-Report-AH-2013.pdf) You may also request a paper copy from the Baker College of Auburn Hills Campus Safety office.

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School Library Assistant position
by l.m.stone＠comcast.net 05 Aug '14

05 Aug '14

There is an opening for a Library Assistant position at Cranbrook Kingswood Upper School (grades 9-12) in Bloomfield Hills, MI. This is a paraprofessional position. A Library Technician degree is preferred but not essential. Please go to http://www.cranbrook.edu/employment/clerical-staff for the full posting and application details.

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Music Concert Event at the Pinckney Community Public Library
by Hope Siasoco 04 Aug '14

04 Aug '14

Dear Colleagues, We cordially invite you, your family, friends and community to attend an upcoming musical event at the Pinckney Community Public Library. On Thursday, August 7, local musicians, THE HONEY CREEK STRING BAND, will be performing at 6:30pm. This free musical program will feature folk, old standards, country and bluegrass acoustic music. The group features mandolin, banjo, guitar, and bass. This event is open to the public. Refreshments will be served. (This concert is paid for through the generosity of the Friends of the Pinckney Library.) For more information or to register, please call us at 734-878-3888 or visit our Facebook page: http://bit.ly/PinckneyLibraryHoneyCreekStringBandEvent We hope very much to see you then! :) Sincerely, Hope Siasoco, Library Director Pinckney Community Public Library Tel: 734-878-3888 Fax: 734-878-2907 http://www.pinckneylibrary.org -- PINCKNEY LIBRARY HAS MOVED! Our new address is: Pinckney Community Public Library 125 Putnam Street Pinckney, MI 48169

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New!! Michigan eLibrary Informational/Training Recordings
by BiggThomas, Deb (MDE) 04 Aug '14

04 Aug '14

Hello All! Library of Michigan MeL Team member, Eunice Borrelli has just finished the first in a series of informational/training recordings on the new Michigan eLibrary. The link below will take you directly to the recording, but for future reference you can find this recording and others we'll be adding in MeL Promotions, http://mel.org/promotions. Just click on "MeL" in the "Promotions" box on the left side of the page and choose the 2014 recordings. 2014 MeL Overview Recording: http://libraryofmichigan.adobeconnect.com/p2kx31f7ck4/ 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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Library Director position open! Crown Point Community Library, Indiana
by Jobeth Bradbury 04 Aug '14

04 Aug '14

Library Director- Crown Point Community Library Read.Discover.Connect. Discover and connect with the charm and character of Crown Point and the Crown Point Community Library. The Crown Point Community Library <http://crownpointlibrary.org/> Board of Trustees seeks a talented and energetic Director to lead the Library and its constituents to meet the needs of this growing community. The Library Director will provide quality leadership, direct and support staff, and bring new ideas and exciting innovation to the Library. Crown Point Community Library, located in Lake County, Indiana, serves the 42,000 residents of Center and Winfield Townships. Governed by a seven-member Board of Trustees, the two library locations-downtown Crown Point Library and the Winfield Library-provide excellent services and programs with 39 staff and a $1.6 million annual budget. The Library, originally established as a Carnegie library, realized in 2005 that is was rapidly outgrowing and outpacing its facility. In 2010, the Library passed a successful $12 million bond issue and the "new" Crown Point Library opened in 2012. Crown Point <http://www.crownpoint.in.gov/> , the "Hub of Lake County, IN," is the county center anchored by the stunning Lake County Court House and the Public Library located on a thriving square with retail and restaurants. This "jewel" of a growing community-the population has increased exponentially within the last 14 years-provides a family-friendly, small town lifestyle with nearby city amenities (Chicago and Indianapolis are a short drive away). Local residents will find excellent public schools, strong neighborhoods, and affordable housing. Purdue University, Valparaiso University, Ivy Tech Community College, Indiana University Northwest, and University of St. Francis offer higher education opportunities. In addition to its modern charm, Crown Point has an abundance of historic architecture and invites its visitors and residents to explore it through walking tours and a visit to the Lake County Historical Museum. For more information about the Library, Crown Point and Lake County, visit Crown Point Links <http://www.gossagesager.com/CPLinks.htm> . Responsibilities. Under the direction of the Library Board of Trustees, the Library Director develops, administers, supervises, and coordinates the work of the Library and staff, performs managerial duties related to personnel, budget, collection development, building maintenance, and library operations and services in conformity of the policies established by the Board of Trustees and the laws of the Indiana State Library. The successful candidate will be able to balance traditional service while implementing new, bold, thoughtful programs and services. See Crown Point Library Director <http://www.gossagesager.com/CPjobdesc.pdf> to see the complete job description. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include an ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library Science; the ability to obtain and retain an Indiana Librarian Certificate 1; and ten years progressively responsible library experience (or six years library experience including three years of supervisory experience). Essential attributes and skills include: excellent communication and organizational skills; the ability and desire to plan, develop, and administer the activities of a public library; supervisory experience; and an understanding and appreciation of library best practices in the areas of intellectual freedom, collections, and library technologies. The successful candidate must also demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Board, staff, and community stakeholders. Successful experience as a library director reporting to a governing board is desirable. Compensation. The starting salary range is $62,000 to $74,000 (with placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) with an attractive benefits package. For further information contact <http://www.gossagesager.com/> Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates via email or telephone. To start the application process, send a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments via email to <mailto:karenmiller@gossagesager.com> Karen Miller or <mailto:jobethbradbury@gossagesager.com> Jobeth Bradbury on or before the closing date of September 21, 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)

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OOPs! Sept. 7th is a Sunday--Breakfast with some of the best Illustrators/writers around!
by Shutta Crum 04 Aug '14

04 Aug '14

Sorry! The illustrator/writer breakfast for the Kerrytown Book Fest is Sunday, Sept. 7th. (See the links below for more info.) Shutta Crum <http://www.shutta.com/> http://www.shutta.com Dozens of Cousins. Clarion, 2013. Mine! Alfred A. Knopf, 2011. Thomas and the Dragon Queen. Knopf, 2010. _____ From: Shutta Crum [mailto:shuttacrum@shuttacrum.com] Sent: Sunday, August 03, 2014 11:02 AM To: 'michlib-l(a)lists.mcls.org' Subject: Sept. 7th --Breakfast with some of the best Illustrators/writers around! Hi! Some of the Kerrytown Book Festival folk have asked me to post info on the breakfast that will take place (food by Zingerman's!) on Sunday Sept. 7th. Here's your chance to meet and eat breakfast with Brian Floca, Christopher Raschka, Erin Stead, Ruth McNally Barshaw, Deborah Diesen, Matt Faulkner, Matt Phelan, Kris Remnar, Nancy Shaw, Philip Stead & Shanda Trent. (And to get a free book.) There is a cost to reserve your spot, but with that line-up? It's worth it! If you or any of your patrons are interested in the breakfast, go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kerrytown-book-festival-breakfast-tickets-12094 742701 For general information on the book festival go to: <http://www.kerrytownbookfest.org/activities/event-schedule/> http://www.kerrytownbookfest.org/activities/event-schedule/ . Ciao! Shutta Shutta Crum <http://www.shutta.com/> http://www.shutta.com Dozens of Cousins. Clarion, 2013. Mine! Alfred A. Knopf, 2011. Thomas and the Dragon Queen. Knopf, 2010.

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Mi Big Green Gym/Park and Read Program: Additional Passes Are On the Way!
by Jim Flury 04 Aug '14

04 Aug '14

All, Please see below message from Maia Turek at the DNR, regarding the upcoming shipment of additional passes for the Mi Big Green Gym/Park and Read program. 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 ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: "Maia Turek (DNR)" <TurekM(a)michigan.gov> To: "Jim Flury" <jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us> Cc: barbara(a)milanlibrary.org Sent: Monday, August 4, 2014 11:06:27 AM Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Michigan Activity Pass (MAP) Program: Is YOUR Library Ready to Soar and Explore??!! I have good news this time! Because of overwhelming demand, Blue Cross Blue Shield will do a re-run of the passes and all libraries will receive additional for distribution. They should arrive in two weeks. Maia Turek Recreation Programmer DNR Parks and Recreation 989-225-8573

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BTBL seeking public libraries as demo sites
by Wambaugh, Stephanie (LARA) 04 Aug '14

04 Aug '14

Good Morning, As a part of the Braille and Talking Book Library's outreach efforts, I am attempting to gain more involvement from public libraries across Michigan. We would like to have any (and every!) interested public library become a demo site. Demo sites will be issued a digital talking book machine, a book on cartridge, and will be granted partial access to BARD (our online downloading website) in order to demo to your current patrons who may qualify for our services. Also, we are able to provide training to library staff in person on a case by case basis or via webinar. Currently we have a webinar scheduled on August 21st through the Library of Michigan- to sign up go to: http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/showcourse.asp?55 As public librarians, you see our potential patrons, their family members, and community center leaders in person on a regular basis-they trust you for their informational needs. We hope by signing up public libraries as demo sites, your staff can work with these patrons to bring awareness to our free service. The Braille and Talking Book Library (BTBL) offers audio books, magazines, and braille titles to patrons with the following disabilities: * Blindness * Visual Disability (Unable to read standard printed materials without special aids other than regular glasses). * Physical Disability (Unable to hold a book or turn the pages as a result of weakened muscle or nerve control due to strokes, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, polio, or other physical conditions that impair the use of arms or hands). * DeafBlind * Reading Disability (Organic dysfunction, such as dyslexia, of sufficient severity to prevent reading. IF THIS BOX IS CHECKED, doctors of medicine or osteopathy who may consult with colleagues in associated disciplines must certify). Please email me off-list if your public library is interested in becoming a demo site, and I will provide more details. You can also visit our website at: www.michigan.gov/btbl<http://www.michigan.gov/btbl> to learn more. Stephanie Wambaugh Reader Advisor, Outreach & Youth Librarian BSBP Braille & Talking Book Library P.O. Box 30007 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909-7507 517-373-5357 / wambaughs(a)michigan.gov

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Sept. 7th --Breakfast with some of the best Illustrators/writers around!
by Shutta Crum 03 Aug '14

03 Aug '14

Hi! Some of the Kerrytown Book Festival folk have asked me to post info on the breakfast that will take place (food by Zingerman's!) on Sat. Sept. 7th. Here's your chance to meet and eat breakfast with Brian Floca, Christopher Raschka, Erin Stead, Ruth McNally Barshaw, Deborah Diesen, Matt Faulkner, Matt Phelan, Kris Remnar, Nancy Shaw, Philip Stead & Shanda Trent. (And to get a free book.) There is a cost to reserve your spot, but with that line-up? It's worth it! If you or any of your patrons are interested in the breakfast, go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kerrytown-book-festival-breakfast-tickets-12094 742701 For general information on the book festival go to: <http://www.kerrytownbookfest.org/activities/event-schedule/> http://www.kerrytownbookfest.org/activities/event-schedule/ . Ciao! Shutta Shutta Crum <http://www.shutta.com/> http://www.shutta.com Dozens of Cousins. Clarion, 2013. Mine! Alfred A. Knopf, 2011. Thomas and the Dragon Queen. Knopf, 2010.

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Donor Recognition
by Linda K. Neely 02 Aug '14

02 Aug '14

Hello, We are up and running with the Bath Township Library Center ( http://www.bathtownship.us/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=506… ) which is not legally established yet, but as a Township Department is operating like a public library thanks largely to many donations. We have received shelving and furnishing donations (from other libraries), materials donations (from both other libraries and from individuals), and financial donations from individuals. We would like to recognize people and institutions who have made significant contributions on a donor tree or wall. We have considered financial brackets ($500-$1,000, etc. ) but it is a bit difficult to fit used books into financial categories. If your library--esp. Class III or IV libraries-- has a donor recognition system, please share with us how you determine whose name gets recognized. If you have a response you think would help others, respond to the list. Otherwise, please email me at lkneely10(a)frontier.com Thanks, Linda K. Neely Bath Township Library Committee Bath Township Library Center Volunteer (and loving it!!)

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