February 2015 - Michlib-l

Meetup.com
by Gina Crowther 26 Feb '15

26 Feb '15

Hello all! Do any of your libraries use meetup.com to promote certain library events? We do some gaming events (tabletop games) and I was hoping to promote those on meetup, but there is a small fee. If you do use the site, have you had success with it? I believe it would be a bit of niche marketing, but I think that would be very useful for some of our programs to target certain audiences. Thank you, Gina Gina Crowther Outreach Services Coordinator Orion Township Public Library 825 Joslyn Road Lake Orion, MI 48362 248-693-3000, ext. 309

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Libraries and Joomla
by Ellen Moore 26 Feb '15

26 Feb '15

Hello, We are in the process of rebuilding our website on the Joomla Content Management System. The process is both overwhelming and exciting as I enter this new way of thinking about web design. I've found a list of user groups that share ideas that is based on location. I would prefer to find a group that is centered around libraries. Does anyone know of a library online forum, such as this one, that shares ideas, experiences and questions about using Joomla? Thank you. Ellen Moore webmaster Peter White Public Library Marquette, MI Off-list replies are welcome.

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Computer Tables
by Pamela Withrow 26 Feb '15

26 Feb '15

Hi Everyone, Our new library has a completion date of March 15! We still need 4-5 computer tables, 72" long x 24" wide, and we have a limited budget. Does anyone have experience with K-Log furniture? Or maybe there is another company you would recommend? Thanks, Pamela Withrow Director Forsyth Township Public Library 184 W. Flint St. PO Box 1328 Gwinn, MI 49841 906-346-3433

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Library Items For Sale
by Joyce Becker 26 Feb '15

26 Feb '15

Hello, Due to our recent renovations, The Orion Township Public Library has items listed on Craigslist for sale. You can search 'Orion Township Library' on Craigslist or see the individual links below for new items recently listed and other items still available. http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/fuo/4908224266.html (Chair) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/for/4908234371.html (library globe) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/art/4908221839.html (Die-Cuts) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/fuo/4907512336.html (Desk Chairs) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/bfs/4907029099.html (HP Printheads) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/bfs/4907018229.html (HP Print Cartridges) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/bfs/4905521472.html (filing cabinets) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/fuo/4904328708.html (Square Oak Table) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/fuo/4904307170.html (Cube Organizers) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/fuo/4904320980.html (Book Shelf) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/fuo/4896675435.html (Youth Tables) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/bfs/4896692297.html (reference desk) Let me know if you have any questions on any of the above items. Thanks, ~Joyce Joyce Becker Administrative Assistant Orion Township Public Library 825 Joslyn Road Lake Orion, MI 48362 248 693-3000 x302 www.orionlibrary.org<http://www.orionlibrary.org/> jbecker(a)orionlibrary.org

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book bags
by susan.wess＠milanlibrary.org 26 Feb '15

26 Feb '15

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Big Talk from Small Libraries - last day to register
by White, Shannon (MDE) 25 Feb '15

25 Feb '15

Today is the last day to pre-register for Big Talk from Small Libraries... From: White, Shannon (MDE) Sent: Thursday, February 12, 2015 5:09 PM To: michlib-l(a)lists.mcls.org (michlib-l(a)mail.mcls.org) Subject: Big Talk from Small Libraries - free online conference by and about small and rural libraries The conference will be broadcast online on Friday, February 27, 2015 between 9:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (EST) This is a free, online conference of interest to small and rural libraries nationwide. To register, visit: http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk/registration/ Please be sure to share this site and the registration link <http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk/registration/> with anyone and everyone you thing would be interested in attending. The event schedule is available at: http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk/schedule/ Remember, once you're registered you're welcome to come in and out as your schedule allows. If you end up missing a session, the conference coordinators will be recording all of the sessions for later viewing. For more information visit http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk/ Big Talk From Small Libraries is a program provided by the Nebraska Library Commission. sdw ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shannon D. White 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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LibraryBiz Connect March Teleconference Meet-Up
by Library BizConnect 25 Feb '15

25 Feb '15

It's that time again! Set your calendar for the next LibraryBiz Connect teleconference meet-up: at 11:00 AM (EST) on Monday, March 2, 2015. To join your fellow librarians and business support nonprofits, RSVP to librarybizconnect(a)gmail.com. Include your contact information and any (professional) problems, concerns and/or successes that you would like to address during the teleconference. The items will be added to the meeting agenda. Agendas and access information will be provided to you beforehand via the contact information supplied. LibraryBizConnect Making Data Powerful for Business We are a grassroots organization made up of librarians and business service organizations whose mission is to provide access to a network of business information and support services for new and existing businesses. www.librarybizconnect.org <https://exchange.howelllibrary.org/owa/redir.aspx?URL=http%3a%2f%2fwww.libr…> [image: LibraryBizConnect] <http://www.librarybizconnect.org> [image: LibraryBizConnect] <https://www.facebook.com/librarybizconnectMI?ref=hl>[image: LibraryBizConnect] <https://www.linkedin.com/groups/LibraryBiz-Connect-4739891?gid=4739891&most…>

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Invitation to Downton Abbey (Revisited) program at Pinckney Library
by Hope Siasoco 25 Feb '15

25 Feb '15

Dear Library Colleagues, You, your family, friends and community are most cordially invited to the Pinckney Community Public Library for a program celebrating Season Five of _Downton Abbey,_ the popular _PBS Masterpiece_ series. Festivities will begin promptly at five o'clock (5:00pm) on Tuesday, March 3rd. There will be a demonstration of dance styles of the era from students at the Kenville Studios of Dance & Creativity (led by artistic director, Colette Kenville), Downton Abbey music, a presentation of costumes & clothing of Downton Abbey provided by local theatrical groups, light refreshments, a display of local history of the period, trivia, door prizes, AND a discussion of the characters and events of the recently concluded series. Downton Abbey addicts or anyone wondering what the fuss is about can enjoy an entertaining evening revolving around this favorite TV obsession. For more information or to register for this program, please contact us at 734-878-3888 or check out our flier posting: http://bit.ly/DowntonAbbeyRevisited We look forward to see you then! Sincerely, Hope Siasoco, Library Director Pinckney Community Public Library 125 Putnam St. Pinckney, MI 48169 Tel: 734-878-3888 Fax: 734-878-2907 http://www.pinckneylibrary.org/

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FOML Friends Spring Workshop and Fred Ruffner Symposium - Save the Date!
by Linda Pierce 25 Feb '15

25 Feb '15

Hello Friends, The next FOML Spring Workshop/inaugural Fred Ruffner Symposium is called *"Community Engagement: How Friends Can Promote the Value of Your Library"* and it's coming up on *Thursday, April 23, 2015* at the *Rochester Hills Public Library!* Topics include: - *"Telling Your Library Story"* by our Fred Ruffner Symposium speaker *John Pelegrino* from Gale/Cengage Learning - *"Success Stories: How Our Friends Promoted Our Millage" *with *Doreen Hannon *from Friends of the Salem-South Lyon Library - and *Kris Rzepczynski*, Archivist at the Archives of Michigan, speaking about *"Our Michigan Archives"* FOML will also hold the annual meeting for the membership and present the 2014 Outstanding Friends of the Library Merit Awards. These workshops are a great time to network with other Friends groups, tour the *Rochester Hills Public Library*, and spend a day learning how to support your library! A workshop registration form and the agenda is attached to this message. If you aren't able to download the forms, you can register online here <http://foml.org/eventsconferences/2015-spring-workshop/> or contact Linda Pierce at LPierce1(a)kettering.edu or (810) 762-9840. Would you like to also attend the Trustee Alliance workshop (with special guest speaker Sarah Ann Long) on Friday, April 24th? I have included that form too, or you can register online here <http://fomltrusteealliance.org/2015-spring-workshop/>. Remember, 2015 FOML members receive a discount. (I have attached at membership form, in case you haven't renewed yet) And if you want to attend BOTH workshops, you save even more. I hope to see you at the FOML Friends Spring Workshop and (very first) Fred Ruffner Symposium! Paul Snyder, President Friends of Michigan Libraries -- Linda Pierce Administrative Specialist Kettering Library Phone: (810) 762-9840 Fax: (810) 762-9744 1700 University Avenue ~ Flint, MI 48504 Kettering University

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New WebJunction resources and upcoming webinars
by White, Shannon (MDE) 25 Feb '15

25 Feb '15

New content added to WebJunction · The Social Library<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/the-social-library-volume-one.h…> collects great ideas that libraries have shared about their events and services through Facebook. This week, we feature five public libraries with events that include a new Veterans Resource Center and a “Do It Together” series. · Health Happens in Libraries has a new guide available for library staff on Understanding Ethics and Privacy in Health Information and Services<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/HHIL-privacy-and-ethics-pathway…>. March Webinars The Pursuit of Happiness…Through Libraries Thursday, March 19, 2015 ♦ 2 pm Eastern / 11 am Pacific ♦ 60 min Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/pursuit-of-happiness.html "The public library is a center of public happiness first…" John Cotton Dana, 1896. Research points to how we can increase happiness and a sense of well-being in ourselves and others. Using interactive activities, participants will discover methods to improve joy, shift workplace culture, and offer programs for the public on happiness. You will walk away with a smile and a plan. An encore presentation of the highest rated session from this year’s conference, this webinar is hosted in collaboration with the Association for Rural and Small Libraries<http://arsl.info/>. Presented by: Sharon Morris, Colorado State Library. BEFORE THE WEBINAR: Please watch the 12 minute TED video, The Happy Secret to Better Work<http://www.ted.com/talks/shawn_achor_the_happy_secret_to_better_work.html>, which will be discussed as part of the webinar. Can’t attend the live session? Don’t worry. All webinars are archived and included in the WebJunction course catalog<http://learn.webjunction.org/> so you can watch when your schedule permits and receive a certificate of attendance. "How Do I Apply to College?" Helping Patrons Meet Their Higher Education Goals Thursday, March 26, 2015 ♦ 1 pm Eastern / 10 am Pacific ♦ 60 min Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/how-do-i-apply-to-college.html As information and education centers, libraries are an ideal place for patrons—teens and adults—to learn about higher education opportunities. What can you offer in response to patrons who are curious about college? If you or your staff feel flummoxed by college-related reference questions, this session will acquaint you with the different types of college-bound students, college-related resources to promote at your library, and ways to work with community partners on programs for each audience. Provide help for the many patrons who do not have access to pricey college prep programs and services. Learn how to initiate or enhance your reference services to help more people meet their higher education goals. Presented by: Africa Hands, MA, MLIS, Academic Coordinator, University of Louisville Can’t attend the live session? Don’t worry. All webinars are archived and included in the WebJunction course catalog<http://learn.webjunction.org/> so you can watch when your schedule permits and receive a certificate of attendance. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shannon D. White 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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