March 2015 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Ideas for Speakers
by Maureen Baugh 18 Mar '15

18 Mar '15

Has any library out there had a particularly engaging/entertaining (and knowledgeable, of course!) speaker for a program on historical conspiracy theories, maybe even dealing specifically with the Culper Ring? I'd appreciate any feedback and or contact info that can be provided! Maureen Maureen Baugh Farmington Branch Library Librarian, Adult Department

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Book Club books up for grabs
by Betsy Myers 18 Mar '15

18 Mar '15

We are changing out some of our titles in our Book Club Kits and have up for grabs some titles listed below. Let me know and we can send them through the delivery for you. Devil in the White City by Erik Larson, 5 books Bel Canto by Ann Pachett, 6 books Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen, 11 books A Fine Balance by Rohinton Mistry, 6 books Sex Wars by Marge Piercy, 5 books -- *Betsy Myers* *Reference DepartmentInterlibrary Loan* Traverse Area District Library 610 Woodmere Ave Traverse City, MI 49686 231 932-8500

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In search of: a program about locating reliable medical information
by Kristy Zeluff 18 Mar '15

18 Mar '15

Hi, all - I would like to offer a program on locating reliable medical information, primarily on the web. Something along the lines of "DON'T ask Dr. Google!". Please let me know off-list if you have suggestions: kristy(a)parchmentlibrary.org If you'd like a compilation of any suggestions, just let me know. Thanks! Kristy -- Kristy Zeluff, Adult Programming Coordinator Parchment Community Library Ph. 269.343.7747 Kristy(a)parchmentlibrary.org www.parchmentlibrary.org

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Reminder: Lake Effects Webinar: NLM Resources for Community College Librarians: Consumer Health Information
by Irene Williams 18 Mar '15

18 Mar '15

Consumer Health Resources for Community College Libraries How would you like to learn about free and reliable consumer health information resources offered by the National Library of Medicine (NLM)? How can these resources be useful for community college students and faculty? How can community college librarians find and promote these resources to their patrons? Join upcoming GMR Lake Effects to find answers to these questions! Presenters: Samanthi Hewakapuge & Irene Williams To register go to: http://nnlm.gov/gmr/training/online.html * Meeting URL: https://webmeeting.nih.gov/lakeeffects/ * Date: Thursday, March 19, 2015 * Time: 1-2 PM CST * Login as a guest with your first and last name * Audio: Use the audio option in Adobe Connect. If you have problems with the audio, call 1-866-628-8620 and enter the passcode: 742384 -- Irene Williams Network Services Coordinator/Docline NN/LM GMR University of Illinois @ Chicago Library of the Health Sciences 1750 W. Polk St. (M/C 763) Chicago, IL 60612 1-800-338-7657 (in region) (312) 996-8996 Skype: irenwill

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External Book Drop and Automatic Sorter
by Kathryn Bergeron 18 Mar '15

18 Mar '15

The Baldwin Public Library is considering the purchase of an external book drop and has some questions about how we would handle the returned items. This book drop would be located at the edge of a street outside. Staff would need to move the returned items in a cart from the book drop into the building. Since we have an automated sorter, staff would then have to feed the returned items into the sorter. If there is any other library out there with a similar situation--with both an external book drop and an automated sorter, but where the sorter is not directly connected to the book drop--please let me know by email. I'd like to ask you a few questions. Thanks - Kathryn -------------------------- Kathryn Bergeron, MSI Associate Director Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 248-647-1700 http://www.baldwinlib.org

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Beginning Workshop Registration Open
by White, Shannon (MDE) 18 Mar '15

18 Mar '15

Reminder: The deadline to register and to make lodging reservations is April 11. For details and links to the online registration visit the Library of Michigan's Beginning Workshop page www.michigan.gov/beginningworkshop<http://www.michigan.gov/beginningworkshop> The Beginning Workshop is a 3-day event geared for library staff members that have not had the opportunity for formal library coursework. Its aim is to introduce library staff to a variety of topics and offer them practical skills that they can use working in a public library. Anyone new to the profession or just hired at a library, no matter what their academic credentials, is welcome to attend the event. For those seeking an initial Level 3 or Level 4 certificate from the Library of Michigan attendance at the entire Beginning Workshop is obligatory. For more information on Library of Michigan's certification program visit the Library Certification<http://www.michigan.gov/librarycertification> page. (Other workshops that may be needed for State Aid disbursements are the New Directors' and the Advanced Directors' workshops scheduled each fall.) Date: May 12-14, 2014 Location: Shanty Creek Resorts, Bellaire, MI Deadline to register: April 11 Registered attendees can pick up their packets from 6-8pm on Monday, May 11 in the lobby. You can also pick up packets on Tuesday, May 12 at 8:00 am during breakfast. The event concludes by 3:00 pm on Thursday, May 14. Please view the 2015 Attendee Information Packet found on the Beginning Workshop web page for details on the event and lodging instructions. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Kelley Holcomb or Deb Fuller at 517-373-1580. 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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Chelsea District Library Announces Professional Exchange Program with South Africa
by Bill Harmer 17 Mar '15

17 Mar '15

Dear Colleagues, I wanted to share a few words about an exciting new endeavor for the Chelsea District Library. I had such a wonderful experience visiting Cape Town and the rest of South Africa during my visit there in April 2013 as part of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Peer Learning Meeting. One of the best experiences I had was visiting Sue Alexander and her wonderful library in Masiphumelele. I was moved by the many wonderful things that she and her staff members do for the community. It was during my visit to Cape Town and her library that I came up with the idea of a professional exchange program between our two libraries, which will take place from May 25 to June 20, 2015. The exchange program will function as a professional training program for two qualified staff members (Emily Meloche from Chelsea, and Nosiviwe Lutuli from South Africa) to advance developmental goals for capacity building, acquiring knowledge, skill, professional contacts, and friendships to help our two libraries broaden their impact as the go-to resource for building a culture of enlightened, engaged, and empowered citizens. Mausiphumelele Community Library is redefining how public institutions such as libraries can strengthen the foundations of community and civic engagement through volunteering, participating in civic and social organizations, participating in public dialogue and problem solving sessions, and working to make a difference in their community. Emily will meet with leading experts in her field across South Africa to gain new insights and approaches to create positive, sustainable change, which she will share with our community upon her return. Through careful study of this program, Emily will be able to strengthen her capacity to influence changes in new ways to our community. We will accomplish these goals by exposing both Emily and Nosiviwe to new practices in their areas of expertise, providing targeted training opportunities, and providing the resources and skills necessary to make informed decisions and implement what they have learned. The program will also provide a unique opportunity for them to learn about life in the US and South Africa through their stays with host families throughout the four week program. Working towards solutions to our challenges together, sharing knowledge, ideas, and experiences on a community level will help support sustainable progress and build stronger communities. Exchange programs are important because library professionals need to be successful in a business world that is globally competitive. A professional exchange is an enriching experience on many levels. It affects both professional and personal development, inspires creative ideas, enhances relationships, and strengthens multicultural understanding. Community and staff alike will experience firsthand different approaches to librarianship, teaching styles, research, and education. Conducting research, working, or teaching in a different environment presents new and rewarding challenges. Interacting with new professionals offers a perspective on your identify as a librarian, teacher or administrator in a global community. At the same time, Emily will serve as an ambassador for Chelsea, laying important foundations for future exchanges and collaborations. The community of Chelsea will also benefit further as we integrate new views and material into our service scope, promote study abroad, practice cross-cultural sensitivity in our daily interactions and lead the way in appreciating the diversity of people and cultures. Please join me in congratulating Emily on her exciting new journey. Sincerely, Bill Harmer Director Chelsea District Library

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Belleville Area District Library Director Posting
by Debra L. Green 17 Mar '15

17 Mar '15

See attached job posting. -- Debra L. Green Director Belleville Area District Library 167 Fourth Street Belleville, MI 48111 734-699-3291

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Phone system
by Rebecca Higgerson 17 Mar '15

17 Mar '15

Good afternoon! We have an antiquated phone system that is about to take its final breath. Have any of you added a new phone system to your library within the past few years? What is the name or vendor with whom you worked? With all the new bells and whistles current systems offer, I'm not even sure what features we'd most need or want. Your feedback would be much appreciated. Thank you in advance! Rebecca Higgerson Director Brandon Township Public Library 304 South Street Ortonville MI 48462 (248) 627-1474 (office) (916) 471-9955 (cell) (248) 627-9880 (fax)

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Biography genre stickers
by Mary Cornell 17 Mar '15

17 Mar '15

Hello all, The biography stickers have been claimed! Thanks, Mary Cornell Technical Services Supervisor Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library 500 Market Street St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 983-7167 www.stjoseph.lib.mi.us<http://www.stjoseph.lib.mi.us>

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