February 2015 - Michlib-l

Barcode scanner - Thanks!
by Galesburg Charleston Memorial District Library 19 Feb '15

19 Feb '15

Thank you to everyone who replied to my request for an opinion about barcode scanners. As is always the case in Libraryland, there were a wide variety of responses, demonstrating that we are definitely an adaptable bunch! I can now continue my search with confidence. Thanks, again! Helena Helena Hayes, Director Galesburg Charleston Memorial District Library 188 E. Michigan Ave. Galesburg, MI 49053 269-665-7839 (phone) 269-665-7788 (fax)

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Please Share Election Reminder
by Simlar, Cathleen (MDOS) 19 Feb '15

19 Feb '15

Hello. As part of the statewide partnership with the Secretary of State, we are asking all libraries in areas where there will be an election on February 24 to post the attached flyer. To find out if there's an election in your area, simply click here<http://www.michigan.gov/documents/sos/Elections_by_County_444556_7.pdf?2015…>. In addition, please consider including the following message in any public communication channels your library provides, such as social media and website message boards. Thanks so much! Election Alert Many Michigan communities to host elections Feb. 24 Polls open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Is there an election in your community on Tuesday, February 24? Visit michigan.gov/vote<http://www.michigan.gov/vote> for more information on local elections, sample ballots, absentee voting, and much more.

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Invitation to MeL Resources for Genealogy Research Workshop
by Hope Siasoco 18 Feb '15

18 Feb '15

Dear Library Colleagues, We cordially invite you, your friends, family and community to attend an upcoming workshop at the Pinckney Community Public Library this Saturday, February 21, from 10:30am - 12:00pm. The workshop is entitled: "MeL Resources for Genealogy Research". Please join us for this very informative workshop as Deb Biggs Thomas, our Michigan eLibrary and Outreach Coordinator at the Library of Michigan, shares her expertise with the wealth of MeL resources available to every state resident in their genealogy research. Deb will present some of the new changes to HeritageQuest online, as well as point out the digital collections and supplemental websites in MeL Michigana. (This workshop is free to the general public, and refreshments will be served.) For more information, check out http://on.fb.me/1LcHlps [1] or call us at 734-878-3888. Please call to register so that we have a good count of attendees for any handouts that may be given during this workshop. We hope to see you then! Sincerely, Hope Siasoco, Library Director Pinckney Community Public Library 125 Putnam St. Pinckney, MI 48169 Tel: 734-878-3888 Fax: 734-878-2952 http://www.pinckneylibrary.org Links: ------ [1] http://on.fb.me/1LcHlps

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cataloger job posting
by Oscoda County Library 18 Feb '15

18 Feb '15

Cataloging Person The Oscoda County Library is looking for an individual to catalog books for the library. Qualified applicants will posses a knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System, Library of Congress subject headings, copy cataloging, and Z39.50 transactions. Some lifting required. Hours may vary. Individual must have a good work history, pass criminal background check. Pay is negotiable with experience and job history. This is a contractual position. The Oscoda County Library is an equal opportunity employer. Interested individuals should forward a cover letter, resume, three references with contact information, in PDF format to ocl(a)m33access.com [1]. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but those received by 6:00 pm March 9, 2015 will receive first consideration. Electronic submission is required. Electronic submissions and requests for further information should be directed to Amy Knepp, Library Director at ocl(a)m33access.com [2] or via telephone @ 989-826-3613. -- Amy Knepp, Director Oscoda County Library 430 W. Eighth Street Mio, MI 48647 TEL: 989-826-3613 TAX: 989-826-5461 http://www.oscoda.lib.mi.us Links: ------ [1] mailto:ocl@m33access.com [2] mailto:ocl@m33access.com

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Register now - Michigan COLD libraries (Council of Library Directors) Public Service group to hold workshop
by David Votta 18 Feb '15

18 Feb '15

Join the Michigan COLD libraries (Council of Library Directors) Public Service group for a workshop on new approaches to recruiting, training, and evaluating library student employees. Kristin Meyer (User Experience Manager), Jen Torreano (Evening Operations and User Services Manager) and Brian Merry (Head of Operations and User Services) from Grand Valley State University will lead a workshop on student assistant training and development on Thursday, March 5, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the University of Michigan, Dearborn. This workshop is designed for anyone who supervises and has contact with academic library student workers. This workshop, entitled “New Approaches to Recruiting, Training, and Evaluating Library Student Employees”, is a repeat of last year’s Spring workshop on the same topic. Lunch and morning refreshments will be provided. Topics covered include: Understanding the current and emerging role of student assistants in the functioning of an academic library New approaches to hiring and recruitment, including peer hiring Creative training tools and methods Skill identification and development Orientation and training program development Evaluation and performance reviews, including peer evaluations Participants will engage in discussion and hands-on activities and will leave the workshop with an outline of a strategic plan for defining, recruiting, training, and evaluating library student employees. There is no cost to attend the workshop. However, you will need to register for the workshop at: https://umich.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_afbEPJrnGrdqVEh For more information on the workshop, visit: http://tinyurl.com/l73n2ge The deadline to register is Friday, February 27, 2015. Attendance is limited to 50 participants, so please register early. Best, David David Votta Community Engagement Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Lansing, MI & Indianapolis, IN Phone: (800) 530-9019 ext 122 Phone: (517) 492-3822 Fax: (517) 492-3886 vottad(a)mcls.org

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Project ENABLE (Expanding Non-discriminatory Access by Librarians Everywhere)
by White, Shannon (MDE) 18 Feb '15

18 Feb '15

Below is information about a current IMLS project to create and extend Project ENABLE (Expanding Non-discriminatory Access by Librarians Everywhere), which provides free, comprehensive online training to librarians nationwide on library and information services to people with disabilities. http://projectenable.syr.edu A new website was recently launched expanding the target audience of school librarians to include public and academic librarians. Currently users can find the following: * a site design based on instructional and motivational theories and models and pilot tested several times during its development. The site consists of five learning modules covering multiple topics and sub-topics. They include: o Disability Awareness (person-first language and sensitivity, students' perspective (videos by students with disabilities), experiencing disability (covering autism spectrum disorder, Asperger's syndrome, ADHD, dyslexia, hearing and vision impairments, physical disabilities). o Disability Law & Policy (Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, IEPs, Americans with Disabilities Act). o Creating an Accessible Library (Universal Design, evaluating your library's accessibility, library accessibility action plan, facilities design, collection development, library policies and procedures, leadership and advocacy). o Planning Inclusive Programs and Instruction (motivating diverse learners, Universal Design for Learning, differentiated instruction, collaboration, inclusive programs or lessons with examples, assessment). o Assistive Technology in Libraries (what is assistive technology, assistive technology for every disability, implementing and evaluating assistive technology, web accessibility). * training that is customized according to a type of library setting (school, academic, public) and location (state). That means that, for example, a school librarian from Michigan who registers for Project ENABLE training will automatically receive information most relevant to a school library setting with any state-specific information included. * the option for librarians to register as individuals or for administrators or trainers to register a group or class. So, for example, if a public library director wishes to have all of the librarians in the library system participate in the training, he or she can register them as a group. The system will automatically generate a code for that group which each of those trainees then use when they register. The administrator can then monitor the progress and achievement of the group and each individual within the group throughout the training. * the opportunity to take an Initial Assessment, a 30-item, multiple choice test that assesses knowledge in all of the areas covered in the training. The items are randomly generated from a pool of over 300 items so it can be retaken, if necessary, with little chance of getting the exact same items. Feedback on accuracy of responses is immediate. There is also a Final Assessment that the trainee can take after completing the training modules, allowing comparison to the Initial Assessment to demonstrate learning success. Each training module has a brief quiz (5 multiple choice items, randomly generated from a pool of 50+ items) at the end of the module that tests the trainee only on the content within that module. Again, the trainee receives immediate feedback on the accuracy of responses and can retake a quiz multiple times with little chance of getting exactly the same questions. * a variety of formats including text, videos, graphics, photos, audio files, links to relevant sites, games, interactive activities, evaluation checklists (e.g., accessibility of the library facility), and fill-in templates for creating action plans for ensuring an accessible library and designing inclusive lesson plans. We've even included a facilities redesign exercise that provides a graphic representation of a library floor plan with furniture that can be manipulated to help in redesigning the library to make it accessible to all users. * a "My Ideas" feature allows the trainee to take notes or jot down ideas while progressing through the training. These notes and ideas, as well as test and quiz scores, are saved to the trainee's password-protected personal page called "My Account" for reference at any time. * a certificate of achievement, available (and printable) to any trainee successfully completing all of the training and assessments. This certificate may serve as evidence of completion of approximately 20 hours of professional development. This is a project of the Center for Digital Literacy at the School of Information Studies at Syracuse University. 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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Wine and Canvas at the Library
by Julie Censke 18 Feb '15

18 Feb '15

Hi All, We have had several patrons ask if we could hold a 'Wine & Canvas' event here at CTL. Have any of you done this at your library? How did it go? Thanks, Julie Censke Colon Township Library --- This email is free from viruses and malware because avast! Antivirus protection is active. http://www.avast.com

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Items for Sale
by Joyce Becker 18 Feb '15

18 Feb '15

Hello, The Orion Township Public Library has items on Craigslist for sale. You can search 'Orion Township Library' on Craigslist or see the individual links below. http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/fuo/4864532296.html (Rotating Book Cases) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/bfs/4867099437.html (Library Reference Desk) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/fuo/4867129318.html (Library Reference Desk) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/fuo/4896689315.html (CD/DVD Rack) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/bfs/4895882752.html (Computer Kiosk) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/fuo/4895948401.html (youth chairs) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/bfs/4895855571.html (Filing and Shelving) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/fuo/4895912321.html (Upholstered chairs) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/fuo/4895959957.html (Youth upholstered seating) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/fuo/4896021466.html (Semi-Circle tables) http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/fuo/4896675435.html (Youth tables) Please call me if you are interested in any of these posting, I'll also be listing more items periodically and will in-turn email current and active items to this list. 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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Reluctant Readers Workshop: Final Call for Registrations
by Irene Bancroft 18 Feb '15

18 Feb '15

[Summer Reading Letterhead.png] A collaborative effort between REMC 14, Mideastern Michigan Library Cooperative and the Library of Michigan to bring educational opportunities to Michigan librarians and media specialists throughout the year. Reaching the Reluctant Reader Workshop 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Registration begins at 8:45 a.m.) Tuesday, February 24, 2015 Genesee Intermediate School District Genesee Career Institute Bldg., G-5081 Torrey Rd., Flint, MI Guest Speakers include: v Michael Sullivan, Nationally Acclaimed Speaker & Author * Proficiency for All and Other Depressing Thoughts: Real Literacy for the Next Generation * Why Boys Lit Gets a Bad Rap v Deb Biggs Thomas, Library of Michigan MeL & Library Outreach Coordinator * The Michigan eLibrary (MeL) Has the Common Core Covered! v Karren Reish, Library of Michigan Youth Services Coordinator * Meeting the Needs of Community Youth: Cooperating Across the Lines v Lynn Rutan, Readers Advisory Specialist & ALA Booklist Bookends blogger * Reaching the Reluctant Reader: New Fiction & Non-Fiction .6 CEU's approved $30.00 Registration Fee, includes lunch Reservations are now being accepted at Mideastern Michigan Library Cooperative. To register, phone (810) 232-7119; fax (810) 232-6639 or email ibancroft(a)mmlc.info<mailto:ibancroft@mmlc.info> Registration Deadline: Thursday, February 19th Hold the date for these upcoming events: March 4, 2015 2:00 p.m. School Visits and Summer Reading Webinar March 26-27, 2015 MLA Spring Institute, Ann Arbor

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great program! possibly for Money Smart Week
by Cathleen A Russ 17 Feb '15

17 Feb '15

Hello! If any of you want to highlight Money Smart Week, April 18-25, I highly recommend Colin Ryan, the financial literacy comedian. I know those terms don't usually go together, but he was GREAT!!!! We had him last week to wrap up our grant program, and we had 60 people, parents and teens/tweens, who had a great time. Excellent evaluations. Colin talks about the importance of saving money so you can reach your goals, and how you can make a difference in the world, all with humor and a great slide presentation. If you are interested, his contact information is: Colin Ryan http://www.colinryanspeaks.com/ phone: 802.468.7565 e: colinryanspeaks(a)gmail.com<mailto:colinryanspeaks@gmail.com> We paid for the program with grant funds, but he was well worth it and I'd have him again for sure. He is very interested in working with libraries in order to reach a larger audience, and would probably give a discount if a group of libraries in the area all had programs at the same time. Hope all of you are doing well and staying warm! Cathy Cathleen Russ | Library Director Troy Public Library |510 W. Big Beaver, Troy, MI 48084 | Office: 248.524.3544 |troypl.org <http://www.troypl.org/> [cid:image010.jpg@01CF8BD8.30248410] <https://www.facebook.com/troylib> [cid:image011.jpg@01CF8BD8.30248410] <https://twitter.com/troylib>

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