April 2015 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

MeL databases webinar training opportunity - Kids school resources
by David Votta 02 Apr '15

02 Apr '15

Do your patrons, students and parents, expect quick, reliable, and age appropriate resources and information above and beyond what they just googled for homework help and school assignments? They should, and you can efficiently answer their questions and more using MeL Homework Helpers. Join us on April 29 at 9:30 am for a brief, half-hour, free webinar with practitioners in the field who are using these resources to assist their communities today. We will learn how Jessica Liddell, Youth Services Librarian at the Grand Rapids Public Library, and Lisa Brakel, Librarian with the Airport Community Schools, have successfully incorporated MeL resources into their assistance with school assignments and homework help, then have an opportunity to ask them questions. For more information and register go to: http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI… Please share this opportunity. Thank you. 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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Register today for MCLS regional meetings & MeLCat symposiums
by Heather Ladiski 02 Apr '15

02 Apr '15

Save the date! In July, MCLS and the Library of Michigan will be coming to a location near you to share information about recent developments/projects in Michigan’s library community, including a half-day session devoted to all things MeLCat and RIDES. Choose from seven opportunities to participate in one of these regional meetings and MeLCat Symposiums. The morning session will be updates about special library projects and initiatives. A component of the morning session will be time dedicated to conversation with library staff in your region talking with MCLS and Library of Michigan staff about any pressing topics you want addressed. In the afternoon the “MeLCat Symposium” will be a half day opportunity for you to join in a conversation about whatever you want to discuss, ask, or provide feedback about MeLCat and RIDES. The meetings are free to all Michigan library staff and run from 10 AM – 4 PM. Space is limited. Registration is required and done on a first come, first served basis. Lunch is included. Dates and location are below: July 7 – Warren Civic Center Library July 8 - Canton Public Library July 9 – Muskegon Community College Stevenson Center July 10 – Marshall District Library July 14 – Northern Michigan University Library July 15 – Otsego District Public Library - Gaylord July 16 – Public Libraries of Saginaw – Butman-Fish branch To register for this event, go to: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1UpLSxXOZv-O7e2VEW8f2iFKHCYDTvGYJunpRRDDFwb… Information coming soon about Indiana regional meetings this fall! ******************** Heather M. Ladiski, CAP-OM Executive Assistant/Meeting Planner Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 1407 Rensen Street, Suite 1 Lansing, Michigan 48910-3657 800/530-9019 ext. 133 517/394-2420 ext. 133 Fax: 517/492-3885 NOTE: New email: ladiskih(a)mcls.org website: www.mcls.org Check out the MCLS Training Calendar at: http://www.mcls.org/training-events Like us on Facebook for the latest MCLS news: https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org

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PLEASE SHARE WITH LIBRARY PATRONS: May 5 Election Alert
by Simlar, Cathleen (MDOS) 02 Apr '15

02 Apr '15

Hello! In the next day or two, I am hoping you can share the following brief messages via social media or on your website concerning the May 5 statewide election. I've also attached a flyer that you can post or put up on your website to alert your patrons that an election will be taking place. As always, any help you can provide will be greatly appreciated! Website or Facebook Message: Time Running Out to Register to Vote for Election on May 5 If you are not a registered voter, you have until Monday, April 6 to register if you want to vote in the May 5 statewide election. Michigan residents can register by mail or in person at their county, city or township clerk's office or by visiting any Secretary of State office. The mail-in form is available at Michigan.gov/elections<http://www.michigan.gov/elections> and must be postmarked by April 6. Twitter Message: #Voter registration deadline for May #election in Michigan is April 6 Thanks so much for your support! Cathleen P. Simlar Communications Specialist, Executive Office Michigan Department of State Office: (517) 373-9080 Cell: (248) 761-7145 Email: Simlarc(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Simlarc@michigan.gov> Join My Professional network on LinkedIn<blocked::http://www.linkedin.com/pub/cathleen-simlar/18/798/235> [Description: Description: Description: SOS logo small] <http://www.michigan.gov/sos> STAY CONNECTED: [Description: Description: Description: Facebook logo]<http://www.facebook.com/MichiganSoS> [Description: Description: Description: Twitter logo] <https://twitter.com/michsos> [Description: Description: Description: YouTube logo] <http://www.youtube.com/michsosoffice> [Description: Description: Description: GovDelivery logo] <https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MISOS/subscriber/new>

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Job Postings - Internships at the Southfield Public Library
by Kelly Rembert 02 Apr '15

02 Apr '15

Southfield Public Library has two internship positions available to library science students. Southfield Public Library The Southfield Public Library’s internship program offers paid, practical library experience for students currently enrolled in a School of Information/Library Science Master’s program. Students are responsible for providing evidence of enrollment and satisfactory progress toward completion of their degree. These internships are available in two departments: Outreach Services and Technology. The required qualifications and duties for each internship are listed below. In your cover letter, please specify the internship/s for which you are applying. Library Intern – COMMUNITY OUTREACH Qualifications: · Bachelor’s Degree · Current enrollment in a Master’s degree program in Information and Library Science at the time of hire · Experience with the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator & Photoshop) is desired Duties: · Developing and implementing Library programs · Assisting with Library promotion and marketing · Designing flyers and promotions for the library · Working with social media · Providing reference and reader's advisory service at the Adult and Youth public service desks Library Intern – TECHNOLOGY Qualifications: · Bachelor’s Degree · Current enrollment in a Master’s degree program in Information and Library Science · Knowledge of HTML and CSS · In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office software · Experience in technical support is desired Duties: · Updating, Editing and Creating content for the Library’s web site and the Library’s informational screen displays · Assisting in the operation of the Library’s public computer time-management system · Providing direct service to patrons on the phone and in person · Support of library events requiring audio visual equipment · Teaching Technology classes and developing new classes · Maintaining public copiers and managing vending / change machine cash · Special projects as assigned For all positions: Salary and Benefits · $11.00/hour/first year · $12.00/hour/second year · Tuition reimbursement allowance · Vacation leave, sick leave, personal business leave and paid holidays · Incentive bonus upon completion of the two year program · Health insurance Hours: · 40 hours/week including evenings and weekend hours · This is a two year position Deadline: Friday, April 24 Application: Please send a cover letter and resume to: Mary Beall, Assistant City Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Road Southfield, MI 48076 mbeall(a)sfldlib.org

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MAME 17 Invites You! NoveList &
by Evelyn Freeman 02 Apr '15

02 Apr '15

> MAME Region 17 presents… > Everything You Wanted to Know About Novelist but were afraid to ask! > Join us as we learn the ins & outs and fabulous features of EBSCO’s NoveList, the valuable MeL resource > that can assist librarians and educators with… >  Helping students find books by reading level and interests. >  Finding tools to teach with books, both fiction and nonfiction. >  Locating lists of books by topic or unit of study. >  Identifying books for lessons that meet the Common Core. >  Downloading lists of top ten, best of, favorites, and more! > > Plus, see what digital magazine subscriptions look like with Flipster! > Date: Thursday, April 30th > Time: 4:30 -7:00, 4:00 registration. Dinner included. > Location: Mercy High School Library > 29300 W. 11 Mile Road, Farmington Hills > Cost: $15 per person, guests and colleagues welcome! > Bring: Your own digital device to explore as we learn! > Questions: Email lkelley(a)rochester.k12.mi.us > To Register: Complete information below by April 27th with check > (payable to MAME 17) to: > Renee Norred / MAME 17 345 Eckford Dr. Troy, MI 48085 > Name: _________________________________________________ > Job Title: _______________________________________________ > School: ______________________________ District: _____________________________ > Email: _________________________________________________ > Daytime phone: Evelyn Wecker Freeman Information & Copyright Consultant

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New Government Documents
by Sarjeant, Bruce C 02 Apr '15

02 Apr '15

Good Afternoon. A list of new documents has been loaded onto the GODORT of Michigan wiki. Of note for this month: Chemicals of emerging concern in water and bottom sediment in the Great Lakes Basin, 2012: collection methods, analytical methods, quality assurance, and study data. Great Lakes Regional Land Cover Change Report: 1996-2010. The 21st Century Rural Hospital: A Chart Book. Prevalence of Mental Illness in the United States: Data Sources and Estimates. Annual Report: 2014. Michigan Public Service Commission. http://godortmi.pbworks.com/w/page/94688447/March%202015%20New%20Documents%… Bruce Sarjeant Reference, Documents & Maps Librarian Lydia M. Olson Library Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave Marquette, MI 49855 bsarjean(a)nmu.edu 906-227-1580

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FOML Friends Workshop - Registration Deadline is April 10
by Linda Pierce 02 Apr '15

02 Apr '15

Please let your Friends groups know about the upcoming "FOML Spring Workshop and Fred Ruffner Symposium" that will be held on Thursday, April 23rd at the Rochester Hills Public Library. For a full agenda and link to register online, visit: http://foml.org/eventsconferences/2015-spring-workshop/ The theme is *“Community Engagement: How Friends Can Promote the Value of Your Library”* The synopsis : Friends can play a vital role as advocates for the library and its services. What are some of the strategies that Friends can undertake to promote and increase the value of the library? How can Friends work with the director, library staff, and trustees to carry out cooperative and collaborative activities which make the library a center of community engagement? Topics and speakers 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, Director 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! with regards, Paul Snyder, FOML President attachment: workshop registration form -- 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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CD Cases for Sale
by Phillip J Kwik 01 Apr '15

01 Apr '15

The Troy Public Library has several boxes of new, locking CD cases, manufactured by Clear-Vu Products, which we no longer need. We are willing to sell these for $30 per box of 100, or best offer. They sell on Midwest for $143 per box. You would be responsible for picking up the boxes or paying for shipping. We have 37 boxes of single CD cases, and 15 boxes of double CD cases. I have attached pictures of each type of case, as well as the box labels. Please contact me off list if you are interested or have any questions. Thanks. Phillip Kwik | Assistant Director Troy Public Library | 510 W. Big Beaver, Troy, MI 48084 | Office: 248.619.7577 | 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> "We believe a strong community embraces diversity, promotes innovation, and encourages collaboration. We strive to lead by example within the region. We do this because we want everyone to choose Troy as their community for life. We believe in doing government the best."

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Part-time Youth Librarian Position available at the Orion Township Public Library
by Joyce Becker 01 Apr '15

01 Apr '15

Position Available Part-time Youth Services Librarian Orion Township Public Library Position: Youth Librarian Part-time 25 hours/wk, includes evening and weekend hours Department: Youth Services Salary: $18.70-$24.62/hr. Primary Job Duties: Assist the Head of Youth Services in providing service to children and caregivers, including youth reference, programming, readers' advisory and collection development and maintenance Required Qualifications: * MLS from an ALA accredited library school or minimum of 18 credit hours with concentration in youth services * Public library experience in youth services preferred * Knowledge of library materials, reference service, youth literature, readers' advisory * Ability to develop creative learning programs for infants through age 12 * Demonstrated knowledge of emergent literacy and brain development in children * Skills in working with community agencies serving children and their caregivers, including local schools * Emphasis in public service with strong ability to speak and write effectively * Ability to work independently and take initiative in developing services and programs * Ability to effectively use and teach current technology to patrons of all ages * Skilled in searching automated catalog, Internet, and library databases * Excellent Microsoft Office and other computer skills * Ability to promote and maintain effective relationships with other staff and to work in a team environment * Strong organizational and time management skills Dates: Deadline for applications is Monday, April 20, 2015 Apply To: Joyce Becker Orion Township Public Library 825 Joslyn Road Lake Orion, MI 48362 248-693-3000 Electronic submissions accepted, send to: jbecker(a)orionlibrary.org Please submit an application, cover letter, and resume. The application is available at: http://orionlibrary.org/library-employment/. This is an at-will position. Orion Township Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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FOML Trustee Alliance Workshop - Registration Deadline is April 10
by White, Shannon (MDE) 01 Apr '15

01 Apr '15

Don't forget to get your board members registered for the upcoming Friends of Michigan Libraries-Trustee Alliance workshop to be held at the Rochester Hills Public Library on April 24. For a full agenda and links to register online or by mail visit: http://fomltrusteealliance.org/2015-spring-workshop/ "Strategic Thinking, Strategic Planning: How Trustees Can Plan for Success" Why is planning a critical step in the trustees' governance of the library? Certainly no one plans to fail, but without a plan and without strategic thinking, your library may not be on the right path to success. What makes planning a strategic step for success? And how do trustees navigate the planning process? Sarah Ann Long, Shirley Bruursema and Christine Hage will be presenting content during the day's event. You don't want to miss this opportunity to learn and also engage with other trustees from around the state. The cost to attend this event includes lunch and is only $20 for members and $30 for all others. Save money on your registration by becoming a Friends of Michigan Libraries Trustee Alliance member too! Shannon ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 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 Each April, Michigan celebrates the Month of the Young Child. Go to www.miaeyc.org<http://www.miaeyc.org> to learn more.

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