August 2014 - Michlib-l

Discover music and theatre with the Michigan Activity Pass program
by Brigette M. Felix 22 Aug '14

22 Aug '14

Michigan has a wealth of music and theatre venues to explore. Discover the music and theatre venues that are part of the MAP program. Check out the Michigan Activity Pass top ten music and theatre venues 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.) Looking for more MAP information? Check out and "Like" the MAP Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/pages/Michigan-Activity-Pass-MAP/510259192344845 Music & Theatre Beaumier Upper Peninsula Heritage Center, Marquette 906-227-3212 | http://www.nmu.edu/beaumierheritagecenter/node/1 Berman Center for the Performing Arts, West Bloomfield 248-661-1900 | http://theberman.org/ Chamber Music Society of Detroit at the Music Box Max M. Fisher Music Center, Detroit 248-737-9980 | http://www.chambermusicdetroit.org/185 Chamber Music Society of Detroit at Oakland University Varner Recital Hall, Rochester 248-737-9980 | http://www.chambermusicdetroit.org/313 Chamber Music Society of Detroit at Seligman Performing Arts Center, Beverly Hills 248-737-9980 | http://www.chambermusicdetroit.org/31 Dennos Museum Center, Traverse City 231-995-1553 | http://www.dennosmuseum.org/ Michigan Philharmonic, Plymouth 734-451-2112 | http://michiganphil.org/ PuppetArt, Detroit 313-961-7777 | http://www.puppetart.org/ Stagecrafters Baldwin Theatre, Royal Oak 248-541-6430 | http://www.stagecrafters.org/ Wild Swan Theater, Ann Arbor 734-995-0530 | http://www.wildswantheater.org/ Brigette Felix Shared System Librarian The Library Network (248) 536-3100 x137

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Art Museums and the Michigan Activity Pass program
by Brigette M. Felix 22 Aug '14

22 Aug '14

Fall is just around the corner-Check out some colorful art from one the art museums 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.) Art Museums Arthur Secunda Museum at Cleary University, Howell 517-586-3002 | <http://www.cleary.edu/secunda/index.aspx> http://www.cleary.edu/secunda/index.aspx Cranbrook Art Museum, Bloomfield Hills 148-645-3323 | <http://www.cranbrookart.edu/museum/> http://www.cranbrookart.edu/museum/ Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit 313-833-7900 | <http://www.dia.org/> http://www.dia.org/ DeVos Art Museum, Marquette 906-227-1481 | <http://art.nmu.edu/department/museum/index.htm> http://art.nmu.edu/department/museum/index.htm Flint Institute of Arts, Flint 810-234-1695 | <http://www.flintarts.org/museum/about.html> http://www.flintarts.org/museum/about.html Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum, Saginaw 989-964-7125 | <http://marshallfredericks.org/> http://marshallfredericks.org/# Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon 231-720-2570 | <http://muskegonartmuseum.org/> http://muskegonartmuseum.org/ Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD), Detroit 313-832-6622 | <http://www.mocadetroit.org/> http://www.mocadetroit.org/ Saginaw Art Museum, Saginaw 989-754-2491 | <http://saginawartmuseum.org/> http://saginawartmuseum.org/ Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts (UICA), Grand Rapids 616-454-7000 | <http://uica.org/> http://uica.org/ Brigette Felix Shared System Librarian The Library Network (248) 536-3100 x137

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You are Invited: October 3 TLN Technology Forum - Registration is Now Open
by Angie Michelini 21 Aug '14

21 Aug '14

The Library Network invites you to attend our 2014 Technology Forum Date : Friday, October 3, 2014 Time : 9am-3:30pm Where : Bloomfield Township Public Library, 1099 Lone Pine Road, Bloomfield Hills Registration Fee : $30 All library staff in the State of Michigan are encouraged and welcome to attend. Keynote: Technology That Attracts Attention Technology attracts our attention in different ways. First, it’s cool. So we will look at some of the cool new technologies that are out there, and how libraries are or could be using them. But in addition to that, technology is used to attract the attention of our patrons. “Patron engagement” is a buzz word in the library world that means that we are striving to interact with our patrons in a variety of ways, to get them engaged with the resources and services that our library offers. So we will also look at ways to reach out to your patrons using technology so that the library remains as a prominent resource for your community. Speaker: Karen Knox, Director, Orion Township Public Library Karen C. Knox is the Director of the Orion Township Public Library (OTPL) in Lake Orion, Michigan. After working for twelve years in library technology, she has been enjoying the challenges of administration since 2012. Her technology and management background provides her with the tools to help grow OTPL and lead them into the years ahead. Most of all, she enjoys helping people use technology and library services to improve their lives. She is the author of Implementing Technology Solutions in Libraries (2011). She has a BS in Computer Science from the University of Michigan and a MLIS from the University of Texas at Austin. Breakout Sessions Hidden Disabilities, Helpful Technology: Improving Library Accessibility Vanessa Morris, Regional Librarian/Director, Wayne County Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped In this session, you’ll learn what products are available to make your library accessible to users regardless of vision impairments or other hidden disabilities. You’ll also familiarize yourself with accessible software that’s already built-in to your library’s computers. Hidden disabilities are everywhere. Find out how to make your library's technology accessible to everyone. Responsive Web Design for Libraries Matthew Reidsma, Web Services Librarian at Grand Valley State University, Allendale, Michigan Today's library patrons are browsing the Web on a variety of devices including tablets, e-readers, mobile phones, and desktops. Who knows what devices they will be using next year? Responsive Web Design enables your library's website to automatically adapt to whatever device your users have. Learn how to design with fluid grids, flexible media, and CSS media queries to deliver an optimal experience for all of your library patrons. Design one website to fit all devices. Meeting the PCI Challenge Dan Gregory, Pre-Sales Director, Creative Breatkthroughs, Inc. Complying with PCI is a necessary step in safely accepting credit cards. Don’t let anyone tell you that PCI Compliance is not important. The following topics will be discussed in relation to how PCI affects your organization: Challenges of PCI Compliance. Importance of Being PCI Compliant. PCI Data Security Standard. Best Practices. Benefits of Server Virtualization Rodney Mach, Hiperlogic Rodney will discuss the benefits of virtualization including reduced cost, improved service time, and simplified disaster recovery. He will also cover some common mistakes to avoid when implementing a virtual environment, and provide a roadmap on how to go from a physical environment to a virtual environment. Tech Talk: Challenges & Solutions A panel of library technology managers discusses current challenges and describes the approaches and solutions they are implementing in their libraries. Registration Forum check-in begins at 9 AM with the keynote speaker beginning at 9:30 AM . Continental breakfast , lunch and afternoon snack will be provided. This year we are offering sandwich choices. Sandwiches will be provided by Lafayette Market . Registration fee is $30 per person . We are offering two methods of payment for online registration. You can either pay with a check or credit card (via PayPal) Checks can be made payable to The Library Network and either mailed or sent through the TLN delivery route to Delivery Code: TLN #49 (for TLN member libraries) , Attention: Jeri Lobb. Please be sure to include the printed registration form(s) with your check. One registration form per person. Registration Choices As part of the registration process we are asking you to choose your sandwich and to prioritize the breakout sessions. Please assign 1 number per session choice from 1 through 4. There will be 2 breakout sessions in the morning and 2 in the afternoon. A complete program will be provided in late September. Online registration is located on the TLN website under the category, TLN Events (in the center of the home page) or this link: http://tln.lib.mi.us/forumevent/ Registration deadline is September 19, 2014 . Please direct any questions to Angie Michelini, 248.536.3100 x144 or amichelini(a)tln.lib.mi.us . We look forward to receiving your registration and having you join us on October 3. Thank you, Angie Michelini Technology Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court, Novi, MI 48375 Office: 248.536.3100 x144

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TimeIT/PrintIT issues
by Al Sorrell 21 Aug '14

21 Aug '14

Has anyone on the listserv converted from PC Cop to Computrain's TimeIT/PrintIT time and print management software? If so, are you experiencing printing or kiosk issues? Please respond off-list. Thank you, MADL logo3Al Sorrell Technology Specialist Muskegon Area District Library 4845 Airline Rd. Unit 5 Muskegon, MI 49444 <mailto:asorrell@madl.org> asorrell(a)madl.org <mailto:mclas@231/737-6248> 231/737-6248 Visit us at <http://www.madl.org/> www.madl.org

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Soft Skills Learning Videos Available
by White, Shannon (MDE) 21 Aug '14

21 Aug '14

In addition to many webinars and training sessions we promote each month on library topics I wanted to point out a resource available through the Pure Michigan Talent Connect web site providing a new eLearning Soft Skills Program. "The goal of this Lifelong Soft Skills eLearning series is to raise awareness among students and employees about key skills needed for workplace success" Fourteen learning modules are provided on four broad soft skill areas including: * Critical Thinking * Communication * Collaboration * Creativity You can find the eLearning modules here: http://www.mitalent.org/elearning-soft-skills-program/ and also linked on the Library of Michigan's Continuing Education page. If you have found other resources to help staff develop their own soft skills let us know so we can add them to our resource bank. Shannon ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shannon D. White Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-9489; Fax: 517-373-5700 Toll free: 877-479-0021 whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:whites29@michigan.gov> http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan

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Mel Minute – Training & Promotion
by Borrelli, Eunice (MDE) 21 Aug '14

21 Aug '14

Hello, Have we got some fun resources for you this week! I’m sure you’ve just been wishing there were bookmarks, table tents, user guides, or tutorials already created that you could use to promote MeL and the fabulous resources it contains. Well, your wishes have been answered! Take a peek at the Training & Promotion section<http://mel.org/promotions> found on the MeL homepage<http://mel.org/> for what’s available. It’s organized by MeL subscription eResource (database) and vendor. Listed are widgets, videos, and webinars for viewing and sharing, as well as marketing materials you can customize with your library’s information (in some cases) and print locally. Or, order standard products<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-18668_39174_39176---…> from the Library of Michigan which we’ll ship directly to you. MeL Minutes are brought to you by the Library of Michigan. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for next week’s MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact(a)mel.org<mailto:contact@mel.org> or visit Michigan.gov/mel<http://www.michigan.gov/mel>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your public service colleagues. Eunice Borrelli MeL Internet Librarian Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909-7507<x-apple-data-detectors://2/0> Ph: 517-<tel:517-373-9489>241-4996; Fax: 517-373-5700<tel:517-373-5700> Toll free: 877-479-0021<tel:877-479-0021> http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan

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Braille and Talking Book Library Webinar Recording now available
by White, Shannon (MDE) 21 Aug '14

21 Aug '14

If you missed this morning's webinar on the services provided by the Braille and Talking Book Library don't forget to visit our Webinar Archives page to access the recorded session and slides. The Braille and Talking Book Library recording can be found under Patron Services. Webinar recordings from the Library of Michigan are available online at http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-18668_63014-301245--… Take a look at today's session as well as others on library technology, preservation, summer reading and more. If you have questions about our webinars or recordings, please contact us. Shannon ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shannon D. White Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-9489; Fax: 517-373-5700 Toll free: 877-479-0021 whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:whites29@michigan.gov> http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan

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Job Opening - Adult/Teen Full Time Librarian
by Kay Schwartz 21 Aug '14

21 Aug '14

Please see attached or visit www.fpl.info<http://www.fpl.info> - pass along! ------------------------------------------------------------------ Kay Schwartz Director Flint Public Library, 1026 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48502 Phone: 810-249-2038 Fax: 810-249-2633 Email: kschwartz(a)fpl.info

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U.S. Department of Transportation Unveils New, Free, Online Search Tool for Recalls Using Vehicle Identification Number
by Jim Flury 21 Aug '14

21 Aug '14

All, As you are probably aware, there have been a number of vehicle recalls in the United States this year. A new website launched yesterday by the USDOT/NHTSA gives your car-conscious Michigan library patrons the ability to enter a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to quickly learn if a specific vehicle has NOT been repaired as part of a safety recall in the last 15 years. I tried the search with both of our cars, one of which is two years old and the other 10, and the results for both cars were the same, namely: Number of Open Recalls: 0 The search would NOT have worked for my recently traded in 1998, 330,000 miles on the odometer, rapidly approaching hooptie status sedan, as recall information is only available going back to January 1, 1999. http://www.nhtsa.gov/About+NHTSA/Press+Releases/New-free-online-search-tool… 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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New!! Michigan Online Resources for Educators Overview Recording
by BiggThomas, Deb (MDE) 20 Aug '14

20 Aug '14

The second in the series has debuted! You can now listen to a recording on the Michigan Online Resources for Educators (M.O.R.E.) in MeL, http://more.mel.org. The 2014 Teachers - M.O.R.E. Overview Recording can be accessed directly from, https://libraryofmichigan.adobeconnect.com/_a1103330398/p3xu44mx86c/?launch… You can also find it in the "MeL" and "Teachers-M.O.R.E." section (look to the left for the links) on http://mel.org/promotions. Please use this recording and others that will follow with your teachers, pre-service teachers/faculty, homeschool parents and share with your colleagues! 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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