April 2015 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

NEWS RELEASE: MICHIGAN HISTORY DAY STATE CHAMPIONS ANNOUNCED
by HSM Web 25 Apr '15

25 Apr '15

Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. Lansing, MI 48911 Contact: Nancy Feldbush (517) 324-1828 <mailto:feldbush@hsmichigan.org> feldbush(a)hsmichigan.org For Immediate Release MICHIGAN HISTORY DAY STATE CHAMPIONS ANNOUNCED DEWITT, Mich.-A total of 138 students received top honors at the State Finals competition of Michigan History Day on Saturday, April 25, 2015, at DeWitt High School in DeWitt, Mich. More than 470 Michigan elementary, middle and high school students-a record-setting number-registered to participate in this year's Michigan History Day, which is an educational program of the Historical Society of Michigan. The finalists in the junior and senior divisions will now move on to the National History Day competition this June in College Park, Md. The state champions for Michigan History Day 2015 include students from Ada, Ann Arbor, Auburn, Bay City, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Cassopolis, Clarkston, Detroit, Galesburg, Grand Rapids, Houghton, Howell, Kalamazoo, Madison Heights, Marshall, Midland, Muskegon, Owosso, Painesdale, Sault Ste. Marie, South Haven, Traverse City, Whitehall and Ypsilanti. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/MICHIGAN-HISTORY-DAY-S TATE-CHAMPIONS-2015.pdf> Click here to download a PDF with the names of the winners, what school they are from, and the awards they won. "This year's projects were innovative and impressive," said Andrea Lorion, Michigan History Day state coordinator. "How the students applied this year's theme-Leadership & Legacy in History-to their performances, exhibits, papers, websites and documentaries was absolutely remarkable." Michigan History Day (National History Day in Michigan) offers a fascinating opportunity to move social science beyond routine learning. Based on the annual theme, students choose to explore and research a local, national, or international historical topic. They then present their work through the disciplines of writing, art, literature, music, drama and/or visual communications. Lead sponsors of Michigan History Day 2015 include Meijer, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Amway, Holland Area Historical Society and DeWitt Public Schools. For high-resolution photos of the individual winners, please contact the Historical Society of Michigan. # # # This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our state's history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with "remove" in the subject line.

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Business workshop for vets!
by Olson, Donna 24 Apr '15

24 Apr '15

Many of our vets come home with the desire and commitment to be their own boss - to start their own business. Here is a workshop tailored to their needs. Please share with a vet and your local business support/economic development organizations! Tough Businesses, Tough People Workshop for Veteran Owned Construction & Trucking Businesses Location: Lansing Community College West Campus 5708 Cornerstone Drive, Lansing MI 48917 June 17, 2015 9am until 3:30pm Cost: $20.00 includes lunch This daylong workshop is a collaborative partnership with VetBizCentral, SCORE, PTACs of SouthCentral Michigan and the National Veterans Business Development Council (NVBDC). Training topics for this workshop include: • Doing Business with the State of Michigan Construction & Design • Veteran Business Certification with NVBDC • Developing a Strong Capabilities Statement • Marketing your Capability Statement and Your Elevator Speech • Marketing Strategies for Federal Government Construction and Transportation • Solicitations • Working with MDOT and the DBE program • Bonding, Safety, and Finance • Supply Chain Management Thanks for helping spread the word! Donna Donna Olson Information Specialist Howell Carnegie District Library 314 W Grand River, Howell, MI 48843 (517)546-0720x131 | (517)546-1494 fx “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” Eleanor Roosevelt

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Children and Finger Foods at the Library
by Steven Smith 24 Apr '15

24 Apr '15

We've been struggling with the issue of parents bringing in finger foods for their children to eat while at the library. We are a strict "no food" library as the layout of our building makes it impossible for us to set aside an area where food can be eaten. While we sympathize with moms trying to feed their kids, kids are not usually known to be very clean about their eating habits. Sometimes we look the other way, other times not so much. We are wondering how other libraries with "no food" rules handle this situation? Any feedback would be welcome. Steven F. Smith Administrative Librarian Dearborn Public Library 16301 Michigan Ave. Dearborn, MI 48124 (313) 943-2812

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Book Promotion
by Sylvia Merz 24 Apr '15

24 Apr '15

Hello all. Am shamelessly promoting purchase of a Leelanau County authors book, Testimony of the Senses, by Cory Oldweiler. Below is a synopsis. The book is being released on May 18th, but is now available on Amazon and Ingraham; soon on Baker & Taylor. Cory has worked at the Leland Library on and off for the past 10 years in between writing, traveling, and attending opera, his great passion, all over the world. He is an extraordinary and passionate writer. One reviewer writes, This book is not for sissies. The story line is a simple one, a teenage boy looking for his absentee father. However, on his journey he finds more than he bargained for. Told expertly by Oldweiler with his vast knowledge of music, opera and fascinating mythological references. He brings a new twist to storytelling. I cant wait to read it again. "Testimony of the Senses" is the story of Emilio Tramonti, a boy who grows up believing his father died before he was born. On his seventeenth birthday, Emilio learns that his life has been predicated on a lie-his father is actually alive. He leaves home, seeking to understand, and eventually to confront, the man who ran rather than raise his child. There is nothing quotidian in the telling of this tale. Emilio is conducted toward his fate by an omnipresent companion, Gustav Mahler's Seventh Symphony, which premiered on the date of his birth and provides the aural architecture of his life. His mother's idolatrous obsession with Michelangelo's Pietà transforms her from a coddler to just another absent authority figure. A false, former New York Philharmonic violinist teaches Emilio to hear, but ultimately betrays and loses his trust. An annotated, photo-filled copy of Ovid's "Metamorphoses," dating from his father's time as a photographer during World War II, holds the mysteries of his parents' past-and a carefully preserved dead lizard. And in his final movement, increasingly insensate from wandering Lear-like through the storm surrounding and suffusing him, Emilio is forced to face judgment for the choices he has made. "Testimony of the Senses" is both bildungsroman and billet-doux, to literature, language, and music. It challenges the reader to think, to question, to seek out answers. How do we grieve? Why do we hope? What are we willing to believe in blindly, on faith alone? Ultimately it is Emilio's voice that matters most in all these matters, Emilio's voice that carries the story along. Rhythmically, melodically, almost compulsively. Here is a link to the website: http://www.cydaedalusbooks.com/ Sylvia Merz, Director Leland Township Library 203 E. Cedar St., P.O. Box 736 Leland, MI 49654-0736 PH: 231-256-9152 FAX: 231-256-8847 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday 10 to 5 Wednesday10 to 6 Saturday10 to 2 www.lelandtownshiplibrary.michlibrary.org <http://www.lelandtownshiplibrary.michlibrary.org/> cid:image001.jpg@01CE99C7.13A1DE40

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Employment: Youth Services Manager at Cromaine District Library
by Ceci Marlow 24 Apr '15

24 Apr '15

*/Be a Connector and a Connection for Cromaine District Library!/* */Cromaine is The Place to Connect to--/* *Learn *- technology, online education, new interest *Enjoy*– discovery, enrichment, cultural and leisure activities *People *– expertise, gatherings and groups, friends, legacy We believe we are the place to connect—with warm and friendly staff, the Web, and the community. If that’s your desire, interest, and future vision, too, then we need you! We have a rare full-time opening for an *Youth Services Manager.* Jeanne Smith will retire this June and has held the combined position of Adult & Youth Services Manager, the combining being a finance-driven decision four years ago. A Staffing & Compensation Study led to the decision to again separate the two roles and responsibilities. (Look separately for the Adult Services Manager position, also full-time.) The Youth Services Manager will also take on coordination of the event calendar, publicity and public relations—always a challenge but always rewarding at Cromaine. Cromaine District Library is located near the intersection of M-59 and US-23—easy to get to from Detroit, Lansing, Ann Arbor, and Flint. Cromaine-Village (built in 1927 and expanded in 1980) is the main library with the largest collection and programming space, but we also offer a popular collection and an increasing number of programs at the Crossroads Branch, in a strip mall, established 2005. (At this writing, a May 5 ballot proposal’s success or failure determines the continuation of the Crossroads Branch.) Cromaine wins grants, including National Endowment for the Arts’ The Big Read--our seventh year’ series, including a visit by author Tobias Wolff, was just completed. Grants for technology in Youth, local business sponsorships for a summer concert series, exhibits from the Smithsonian and to be a pilot for a national grant program—we are a place to connect to culture, music, technology, makers, as well as reading in every format. We offer Color Nooks and Kindles loaded with bestsellers for check-out; IPads, tablets, and laptops (in addition to desktops) for use in the building. We are an OverDrive (TLN’s Download Destination) plus Advantage, hoopla and Zinio library. $21.11 per hour to start, 40 hours per week; includes some evenings and weekends. MLA membership and national conference attendance (in rotation) paid. After successful completion of the 90-day introductory period, an increase to $22.50 is planned. Paid benefits include vacation, sick and business time; health insurance for employee; life and disability insurance for employee, as well as health savings accounts, immediately vested retirement, and employee-paid AFLAC programs. Share your love for new technologies and public service with a community that loves its library and its library staff even more. Send your application (available at www.cromaine.org--Cromaine News & Info--Forms), resume and a cover letter to “Youth Services Manager” at Cromaine or e-mail (preferred to be “green”) to brentola(a)cromaine.org <mailto:brentola@cromaine.org> by May 8, 2015—position applications accepted until filled. We hope, however, you’ll begin June 2 for a month’s overlap and training.

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Employment: Adult Services Manager at Cromaine District Library
by Ceci Marlow 24 Apr '15

24 Apr '15

*/Be a Connector and a Connection for Cromaine District Library!/* */Cromaine is The Place to Connect to--/* *Learn *- technology, online education, new interest *Enjoy*– discovery, enrichment, cultural and leisure activities *People *– expertise, gatherings and groups, friends, legacy We believe we are the place to connect—with warm and friendly staff, the Web, and the community. If that’s your desire, interest, and future vision, too, then we need you! We have a rare full-time opening for an *Adult Services Manager.* Jeanne Smith will retire this June and has held the combined position of Adult & Youth Services Manager, the combining being a finance-driven decision. A Staffing & Compensation Study led to the decision to again separate the two roles and responsibilities. (Look separately for the Youth Services Manager position, also full-time.) The Adult Services Manager will also take on grant-writing, fundraising and development, a busy but fruitful activity at Cromaine. Cromaine District Library is located near the intersection of M-59 and US-23—easy to get to from Detroit, Lansing, Ann Arbor, and Flint. Cromaine-Village (built in 1927 and expanded in 1980) is the main library with the largest collection and programming space, but we also offer a popular collection and an increasing number of programs at the Crossroads Branch, in a strip mall, established 2005. (At this writing, a May 5 ballot proposal’s success or failure determines the continuation of the Crossroads Branch.) Cromaine wins grants, including National Endowment for the Arts’ The Big Read--our seventh year’ series, including a visit by author Tobias Wolff, was just completed. Grants for technology in Youth, local business sponsorships for a summer concert series, exhibits from the Smithsonian and to be a pilot for a national grant program—we are a place to connect to culture, music, technology, makers, as well as reading in every format. We offer Color Nooks and Kindles loaded with bestsellers for check-out; IPads, tablets, and laptops (in addition to desktops) for use in the building. We are an OverDrive (TLN’s Download Destination) plus Advantage, hoopla and Zinio library. $21.11 per hour to start, 40 hours per week; includes some evenings and weekends. MLA membership and national conference attendance (in rotation) paid. After successful completion of the 90-day introductory period, an increase to $22.50 is planned. Paid benefits include vacation, sick and business time; health insurance for employee; life and disability insurance for employee, as well as health savings accounts, immediately vested retirement, and employee-paid AFLAC programs. Share your love for new technologies and public service with a community that loves its library and its library staff even more. Send your application (available at www.cromaine.org--Cromaine News & Info--Forms), resume and a cover letter to “Adult Services Manager” at Cromaine or e-mail (preferred to be “green”) to brentola(a)cromaine.org <mailto:brentola@cromaine.org> by May 8, 2015—position applications accepted until filled. We hope, however, you’ll begin June 2 for a month’s overlap and training.

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Expanded MAP Program Launch Is One Month From Today!!! May 24, 2015
by Jim Flury 24 Apr '15

24 Apr '15

All, I am very pleased to share with you a number of details/updates regarding the upcoming launch of hugely expanded MAP, which will take place exactly one month from today, May 24, 2015. First, the new MAP "brochure" for 2015-2016 is ready. Brigette at TLN did a TON of work over the course of the past several months to compile all of the information to produce this booklet. Brigette calls it a "brochure" but she shouldn't be that modest about it. The link to the new MAP booklet is here: http://tln.lib.mi.us/map/Files/MAP%20Brochure.pdf You may print your own copy or copies of the booklet for your staff and patrons if you choose. We will be sending one copy of the booklet to every library, along with two posters (available here http://tln.lib.mi.us/map/) prior to May 24. Brigette will also be updating the online MAP booklet on average once per month or so, as needed, to reflect the addition of new MAP partners. Second, the renewal rate of current MAP partners for next year currently stands at over 85%! And we have another month to go for the remaining 15% to commit to the renewal :) Probably not every one of the remaining 15% will do so, for various reasons, but I am pretty certain that most will. And we are still in recruiting mode for new venues, too. Remember, YOU are our best ambassadors in your communities when it comes both to recruitment of new MAP partner venues, as well as retention of current partners. Third, usage of MAP continues to grow. With exactly one month remaining in this MAP year, we have already circulated 38% more passes in 11 months of MAP this year, than we did in 12 months of MAP last year. Nice work, everybody! Fourth, in advance of as well as thereafter launch, there will be a series of MAP kick-off events held at libraries and museums around the state. Details regarding those to follow soon. Fifth, also in the promotion and publicity department, the new press release for MAP is nearly ready. We will share it with everyone as soon as it is finished. And thanks to Sharon at St. Clair County Library, I will be doing a live interview about the MAP program on radio station WPHM AM 1380 in Port Huron at 7:40 a.m. on Thursday, May 28. Again, be sure to check out Brigette's brand new MAP booklet at http://tln.lib.mi.us/map/Files/MAP%20Brochure.pdf We consider it our signature promotional piece when it comes to informing patrons about MAP. It will look very nice on your library's website, too :) Thank you for your support and promotion of the Michigan Activity Pass program. Sincerely, Jim Flury Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100 x133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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Reporting Suspected Abuse or Neglect (Was: Homeless children)
by Ray Arnett 24 Apr '15

24 Apr '15

Hi all— Please inform all of your staff and particularly your children’s services staff about the following website from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services: http://www.michigan.gov/dhs/0,4562,7-124-7119---,00.html It gives the toll-free number to report suspected abuse or neglect of any child or adult within the state. In addition, it gives some additional information on how to recognize signs of abuse or neglect for both children and vulnerable adults. I hope this is helpful, Ray Arnett Fremont Area District Library 104 East Main Street Fremont MI 49412 (231) 928-0243 (direct) (231) 924-3480 (231) 924-2355 (fax) rarnett(a)fremontlibrary.net From: michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] On Behalf Of Shannon Janeczek Sent: Tuesday, April 14, 2015 10:37 PM To: Lois Hartman Cc: MICHLIB-L Listserv Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Homeless children I would say calling the local or county children's protection unit might be a good idea. They can come in when the kids are there and approach them. If there's a private meeting room for them to have a talk, that might be the best option to arrange. On Friday, April 10, 2015, Lois Hartman <lrhartman8(a)yahoo.com> wrote: I have a little bit of a touchy situation and am wondering how to proceed. We have had 3 siblings come in on a semi regular basis for the last couple of weeks, and it is pretty obvious that they are living out of the car. They are dirty, smelly, etc. No parents with them ever. They come and sometimes stay as long as we are open. We haven't ever seen them eat something, nor do they look like they are well fed. The oldest is approximately 16 (she drives the car) and the youngest about 9. The youngest has displayed some anger (not in the library but one of my staff saw them outside once and he was very angry). They aren't misbehaving in the library, but we are concerned. My question is, what if anything can we do? Is there somewhere we can call? We have not approached them because they seem very tense and not very approachable. They mostly come in to use our computers. Any suggestions, ideas or advice? Lois Hartman Watervliet District Library

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LIBRARY DIRECTOR – YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY (MI)
by Paula Drummond 24 Apr '15

24 Apr '15

April 24, 2015 POSTING: LIBRARY DIRECTOR – YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY (MI) The Ypsilanti District Library Board of Trustees seeks applications for the position of Library Director of the Ypsilanti District Library (YDL) due to the upcoming retirement of the current Director. The Library Board seeks an experienced, strategic, and creative leader who will build on the library’s success as an innovative and service-oriented Class VI Michigan Library. YDL is a district public library serving the City of Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti Township, and a portion of Superior Township, Michigan. Governed by a seven-member elected Board of Trustees, YDL is a busy public library serving a population of approximately 83,000 residents. With a $3.8 million budget, the library circulated 822,000 items and hosted nearly 40,000 programs in 2014. Library staff (46 FTEs) provides high level service through a multi-branch system (an award-winning main branch of 60,000 square feet, a former Carnegie Post Office downtown branch of 11,000 square feet, a satellite township branch of 1,100 square feet, and a bookmobile). A portion of the library staff is represented by the AFSCME union. As an autonomous governmental unit, the Library receives funding from operating millages voted in perpetuity. The Library is also supported by active development efforts, grants, the Friends of YDL, and the Ypsilanti District Library Endowment Fund. Ypsilanti is an ethnically and economically diverse community with a long history of support for the Library. A loyal patron recently referred to YDL’s Whittaker Road facility as “a jewel in Ypsilanti’s crown.” Ypsilanti, MI is recognized for its commitment to entrepreneurship, sustainability, local history, and cultural activities. Ypsilanti is home to Eastern Michigan University. To learn more about the Ypsilanti District Library, visit: www.ypsilibrary.org Responsibilities: The Library Director is responsible for the administration of all library functions within the goals, guidelines, and policies established by the Library Board of Trustees. Such functions include budget preparation and fiscal management, strategic planning, program and service development, policy formulation, personnel management including union negotiations, facilities use and maintenance, as well as fund raising and public relations activities. The Library Director is expected to provide a leadership role within the Library and the community. The Library Director serves as the official representative of YDL. For a complete job description, visit: www.ypsilbrary.org/content/jobs Qualifications: Minimum qualifications for the position are an ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science, the ability to obtain and retain certification as a Professional Librarian Level I from the Library of Michigan, and a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible public library service with three (3) years of library administrative responsibility. Essential attributes and skills include excellent writing and communication skills, sound fiscal and budgeting skills, thorough knowledge of current trends and best practices for public library service, demonstrated strategic planning and analytical skills, understanding of library technology and applications, demonstrated leadership skills, and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, board, other governmental bodies and community agencies, and the general public. The ideal candidate will be energetic, dedicated to excellent customer service and passionate about equal access for all. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $85,000 - $105,000 (placement dependent on experience and qualifications) with an attractive benefits package. Application process: The following application materials should be emailed as Word or pdf attachments to boardpresident(a)ypsilibrary.org by deadline of June 1, 2015: Cover letter Resume Completed YDL application form (available at www.ypsilibrary.org ) Single page statement of your vision of public libraries in the 21st century YDL is an equal opportunity employer.

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Last day to register!
by Figg, Bethany J 24 Apr '15

24 Apr '15

Happy Friday! The MDMLG Professional Development Committee invites you to attend the CE Course "Research for Hospital Librarians" taught by Heather Holmes on Friday, May 1, 2015, from 9am to 1pm in the Shiffman Medical Library. This course is accredited for 4 MLA CE credits. We hope you can join us! Today is the last day to register so please use this online form: (http://www.mdmlg.org/CE%20Registration%2005-01-2015.doc) by the end of the day. Please email or fax your registration form today--even if you are mailing a check. Cost is $50.00 for MDMLG members and $70.00 for non-members. Payment can be made through PayPal (http://www.mdmlg.org/paypal-ce-5-1-2015.htm) or by sending a check. We look forward to seeing you! Thank you, The MDMLG Professional Development Committee Bethany Figg, MBA, MLIS *: Bethany.figg(a)cmich.edu<mailto:Bethany.figg@cmich.edu> *: Visit us online!<http://med.cmich.edu/ks> Librarian | CMU Medical Education Partners 1000 Houghton, Saginaw MI 48602 *: 989-583-6846 | 6: 989-583-6898 Central Values: Integrity | Respect | Compassion | Inclusiveness | Social Responsibility | Excellence | Innovation

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