October 2015 - Michlib-l

Copy machine available
by Patricia Braden 02 Oct '15

02 Oct '15

We have a 2005 BizHub 200 copy machine and coin machine available for a donation to the library. They are both in good working condition. Make us an offer! You pick up. Thanks, Patty Patty Braden Library Director Romulus Public Library 11121 Wayne Road Romulus, MI 48174 (734) 942-7589 www.romulus.lib.mi.us Serving Romulus and Huron Township

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Fall Special Needs Services Roundtable (SNSR) meeting
by Jen Taggart 02 Oct '15

02 Oct '15

If you have not attended a SNSR meeting before and you would like to discuss library services to patrons of all ages with special needs, please join us at our fall meeting! * Share program and collection ideas * Updates on vendor resources and adaptive technology * Discuss accessibility and inclusion in the library * Bring your special needs services questions to our panel of caregivers and parents of youth and teens with special needs Meeting: Thursday, October 22 Time: 12 - 3 p.m. (You can purchase an optional pizza/salad lunch from Buddy's Pizza, or you may bring a lunch with you.) Place: Bloomfield Township Public Library, 1099 Lone Pine Road, Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 RSVP: Jen Taggart taggartj(a)btpl.org<mailto:taggartj@btpl.org> or (248) 642-5800 And... Save the date for our 4th biennial Adaptive Umbrella Workshop: Serving Kids with Different Needs Thursday, April 28 (9 - 4 p.m.) Featured speaker: Hayley Anderson from the National Lekotek Center in Chicago More details to come! Jen Taggart Assistant Department Head, Youth Services Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Road Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 (248)642-5800 www.btpl.org<http://www.btpl.org> [cid:image001.png@01D0FD22.9D436720]

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Teen Author conference
by Cathy Chesher 02 Oct '15

02 Oct '15

The Adrian District Library is pleased and excited to announce that New York Times Bestselling author Ellen Hopkins will be our featured author at our second annual ConTroll YA Teen Author Conference! In case you don't already know, Ms. Hopkins is the author of 11 books for teens including Crank, Glass and Tricks. Her new book, Traffick, comes out in November. You can learn more about Ellen at her website<http://ellenhopkins.com/YoungAdult/>. The conference takes place Saturday, October 24 at the Adrian District Library with activities beginning at 10:30 am. The Adrian District Library is located in Lenawee County in Southeast Michigan. The conference will of course include a presentation by Ellen Hopkins, a writer's workshop, an author panel and an author meet and greet from 2 - 3 p.m. We are working on having a bookseller available so attendees can purchase books to have signed by the authors during the meet and greet. Check with one of us or on the social media sites listed below for updates on the bookseller. Other ConTroll authors include: [cid:image003.jpg@01D0FD23.79870980] Beth Neal Tracy Bilen Eric Priuska Kate Bassett Courtney Allison Moulton We hope you can join us for this exciting event. Even if you can't attend the entire conference, please feel free to participate for either the morning or afternoon session. There will be a lunch break (with lunch on your own) from 12-1. More information about ConTroll YA will be available on Twitter<https://twitter.com/controllya>, Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/ConTrollYA> & Tumblr<http://controllya.tumblr.com/>. If you have any questions, please let one of us know. Please forward this to anyone you think might be interested. Devyn Bice Event Coordinator therealdevyn(a)gmail.com<mailto:therealdevyn@gmail.com> AND Cathy Chesher Youth Services Librarian Adrian District Library 143 E. Maumee St. Adrian, MI 49221 517-265-2265 cchesher(a)ci.adrian.mi.us<mailto:cchesher@ci.adrian.mi.us>

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Librarian of Congress
by Warren, Leslie A 02 Oct '15

02 Oct '15

I am pleased to announce that the Michigan Library Association Board of Directors has voted to support American Library Association's position that the newly appointed Librarian of Congress be a librarian. It is essential that the next Librarian of Congress have experience as the leader of a major library serving the public and/or research community, have deep subject/technical expertise in librarianship and the management of digital assets, and an understanding of scholarly research and scholarly communication. We are finalizing a formal letter of support that will be sent to President Obama and the American Library Association. You can read more about the issue at http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2015/06/ala-urges-president-obama-se…. Leslie A. Warren President, Michigan Library Association

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Michigan Reads at the Parade!
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 02 Oct '15

02 Oct '15

Good afternoon, in the interest of great fall library promotional ideas, the Salem-South Lyon District Library did a parade float that incorporates Michigan Reads for the Pumpkinfest in South Lyon. You can find the pictures at www.michigan.gov/michiganreads<http://www.michigan.gov/michiganreads> in the Press and Pictures section. Or search Flickr for Michigan Reads 2015. We are happy to see your pictures too! Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Customer Service is a priority at the Michigan Department of Education - helping Michigan schools, families, and communities improve the achievement and well-being of ALL our children. [http://inside.michigan.gov/mde/docs/Docs%20and%20Templates/MDE%20-%20Color%…]

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Reply: IPads vs. AWE computers
by Marsh, Nyama 02 Oct '15

02 Oct '15

I'll start with: I'm not a fan of AWE. My last library (Weyenberg Library, Mequon, WI) replaced the children's AWE stations with iPads in 2013. The Library bought iPad 2s, since they were cheaper than 3s and little kids would be happy with them even without the high resolution of the iPad 3s. Only two iPads were bought, since there had previously only been two AWE stations so that was the amount of desk space available. The iPads are great because children as little as 18 months can sit there and "draw" with the touch screen and be entertained. Whereas the little ones couldn't successfully use an AWE station with a mouse, and the AWE games didn't tend to have anything super easy for little kids. The iPads do not have a log in or time tracker for the iPads since we knew the typical usage was short-term (i.e. 20 minutes). The iPads are not fully visible form the Reference Desk, however staff can keep an eye on them when roving. If someone were to monopolize them, then staff could say something. As of yet, that has not been an issue, likely due to the fact that adults cannot access the internet or any adult apps on them. The AWE computers were barely used and the Library saw a huge increase in usage when it switched to the iPads. My current library has 2 AWE stations. We purchased the newest one in 2013 (before my time here) for $2917. To extend the warranties, it is $525 PER YEAR PER AWE STATION. By contrast, an iPad 2 on Amazon is $325. I could keep purchasing 2 iPads per year, vs keeping the same AWEs and only getting warranties for the additional money. Personally, I do need see the benefit of paying so much money for an AWE, when I can get iPads which are touch screen and more usable for little children since they are the ones using them. We are letting the AWEs run without warranties at this point, with the plan to add 2 iPads next to them. When the AWEs die, we will not replace them. An interesting note: In our patron survey last year, patrons asked us to remove the AWEs from the play area bc caregivers want playtime with their children without the kids being distracted by the computers. Parents are torn between the ubiquity of technology and research saying screen time at young ages is a bad thing. To provide balance, we moved the technology options to a different area than the traditional play options. Our traditional play area now has board games, construction toys, legos, a play kitchen, puzzles, and board books. Have a wonderful day, Nyama Nyama Y. Marsh Library Director n.marsh(a)wfblibrary.org 414-755-6551 (direct line) Whitefish Bay Public Library 5420 North Marlborough Drive Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 414-964-4380 (main line) "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 Date: Tue, 29 Sep 2015 14:51:07 -0400 From: pbraden(a)tln.lib.mi.us To: michlib-l(a)mail2.mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] IPads vs. AWE computers Hi everyone, We are considering purchasing either iPads or AWE computers in our children's area. Given what you know about library trends and early childhood development, which of these would you recommend and why? Thanks so much for your input! Patty Patty BradenLibrary DirectorRomulus Public Library11121 Wayne RoadRomulus, MI 48174(734) 942-7589 www.romulus.lib.mi.us Serving Romulus and Huron Township

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Summer Reading winners
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 02 Oct '15

02 Oct '15

Thanks to a random number generator, we have the prize winners for the Summer Reading surveys. They will receive a Michigan Reads book, some MeL swag and 2016 Summer Reading t-shirt. Our winners are Kathleen Harville from St. Clair Shores Public Library, Elissa Zimmer from Fraser Public Library and Macy Cullinan from T.A. Cutler Memorial Library. Thanks to everyone for your stats and feedback on the Summer Reading program materials. We appreciate and use the data provided. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Customer Service is a priority at the Michigan Department of Education - helping Michigan schools, families, and communities improve the achievement and well-being of ALL our children. [http://inside.michigan.gov/mde/docs/Docs%20and%20Templates/MDE%20-%20Color%…]

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BusinessDecision Fall Webinars
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 02 Oct '15

02 Oct '15

CIVICTechnologies has scheduled several BusinessDecision overview sessions on October 6 and 15 and November 4 and 16. BusinessDecision, a Michigan eLibrary resource, is a database and reporting tool available at no cost to all Michigan residents. With BusinessDecision, small businesses and entrepreneurs can find new customers, evaluate potential store locations, focus direct mail and media buys, evaluate business potential, and develop business marketing, and sales plans. If you are new to BusinessDecision or could use a refresher, sign up for one of the sessions. Please share with business support organizations or individuals with whom you may be working. The schedule and registration links: https://businessdecision-update-2015.eventbrite.com<https://businessdecision-update-2015.eventbrite.com/> http://civictechnologies.com/training/ The session, designed for Michigan library staff and Michigan business partners, will provide an overview on BusinessDecision. Agenda BusinessDecision Overview (60 minutes) • What is BusinessDecision • Why use BusinessDecision • Data sources • Using BusinessDecision • Resource Manuals • Q & A We are using Eventbrite to manage the sessions and registration so watch for a confirmation email from Eventbrite. The confirmation will include the online meeting details. Note, the times will be listed as Pacific Daylight Time. Michigan session times will be 3 hours later. If you select the “add to calendar” option, your calendar function should translate the meeting to Eastern Time. • 8:30 am PT=11:30 am ET • 11:00am PT=2:00 pm ET Any questions, contact Julie Peterson at Julie(a)civictechnologies.com<mailto:Julie@civictechnologies.com> Deb Renee Biggs Michigan eLibrary & Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan --------------------------- 517-373-4466 biggsd(a)michigan.gov<mailto:biggsd@michigan.gov> http://mel.org http://facebook.com/mel.org

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For Sale: Large used wood map cabinet
by Jennifer Amormino 02 Oct '15

02 Oct '15

Due to the upcoming renovation at the East Lansing Public Library, we are cleaning out closets and paring down. One big item for sale is a large used wood map cabinet (pictures attached). The top drawer won't close because the top is warped but otherwise it's in fair condition. It's heavy and big, therefore you pick up! We're asking $200 or best offer. The dimensions of the cabinet are: 48" wide 28" deep 42.25" tall Please also stop by the Friends of ELPL annual sale next weekend at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center. They will be selling used books, gently used purses and "rummage sale" items from the library (popcorn machine, puzzles, posters, puppets, etc.). Here's the link to the Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1516074822017816/ Please let me know if you have any questions about the cabinet or about next weekend's Friends sale. Thank you Jennifer Jennifer Amormino East Lansing Public Library Executive Assistant to the Library Director Volunteer Assistant Coordinator 517.319.6863 jamormi(a)cityofeastlansing.com 517-351-9536 fax _________________________________ East Lansing e-news is just a click away. Sign up to receive East Lansing's Dialog e-newsletter and other e-publications. Just visit http://www.cityofeastlansing.com/news today!

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Free periodical shelving unit
by Malmsten, Christine L 02 Oct '15

02 Oct '15

Free periodical shelving unit in excellent condition. It's yours if you can pick it up or pay to move it: 3' wide x 18” long x 50” high. Picture attached. Please reply directly to clmalmst(a)oaklandcc.edu. Christy Malmsten ____________________________________ Christine L. Malmsten Library Faculty, Oakland Community College 2900 Featherstone Road Auburn Hills, MI 48326 248.232.4131

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