June 2015 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

German Books, Majesty Magazine and Gilbert's Royal Digest.
by Tanya Procknow 15 Jun '15

15 Jun '15

We recently a huge book donation. After sorting we have three collections to offer to anyone interested. Aprox. 60 books in German. We believe mostly non-fiction. Good condition of varying ages. Aprox. 40 Majesty Magazines. Aprox. 15 Gilbert's Royal Digest. I can dig into them further for titles, dates etc. if anyone is interested. If you want to claim any let us know your zv code and we can ship them through Rides. Tanya R. Procknow Mackinaw Area Public Library Youth Librarian (231)436-5451

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magazine article
by Perri Saunders 15 Jun '15

15 Jun '15

I struck out on MeL, so I'm trying this: A patron needs an article (pattern) from the issue 25 of Simply Crochet magazine. It's for the cowl neck poncho. If any of you libraries subscribe to this magazine, could you copy and email me the article? I've looked to purchase the magazine used on Amazon, but it goes for $69.99. Not gonna happen. Thanks for any help you can give. Have a great day! Perri Saunders, Director White Pigeon Township Library 102 N. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 399 White Pigeon, MI 49099 Phone 269.483.7409 Fax 269.483.9923 perri(a)monroe.lib.mi.us<mailto:perri@monroe.lib.mi.us> Brighten the corner where you are.

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Alzheimer suggestions
by Stacy Pasche 15 Jun '15

15 Jun '15

Hi everyone, these are the responses received from my request for materials for patrons with Alzheimer's. Thank you to all who responded. 1) Veterinary books by James Herriot. Each chapter is the equivalent of a short story. They are available on MeL in Large Print. 2) Short story collections worked for a while - mostly in the genres he liked before. After it progressed, trivia books/factoid books/bathroom reading books seemed to work really well - the shorter, punchier text was easy to comprehend and would often trigger other memories. Your patron might also like some of the juvenile/YA science books - they tend to have large, colorful illustrations, simplified text, and be relatively short on each topic. 3) Collections by Dave Barry, Erma Bombeck, O.Henry, James Herriot, Tom Bodett, and Garrison Keillor might be possibilities. David Isay's StoryCorps Project books might be of interest too, but I think they're less likely to be in large print. 4) Reader's Digest Large Print magazine 5) Check with your area literacy council or program. Ours has novels that are condensed into smaller books. 6) Try books with one or two characters. That seems to be one way to make the story easier to follow. -- Stacy Pasche, Assistant Library Director

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CD cabinet
by Margaret Bentley 15 Jun '15

15 Jun '15

We will give away this CD cabinet to anyone willing to come pick it up. I have attached a picture, and it is 48 inches wide by 34 inches high and 16.25 inches deep. Please contact Stephen Flayer (steve.flayer(a)sdl.lib.mi.us) directly if you are interested. -- Margaret Bentley Adult Services Librarian Shiawassee District Library--Owosso 502 W. Main Owosso, MI 48867 989-725-5134

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Re: [Michlib-l] FOIA from Smartprocure
by Tracy Harnish 15 Jun '15

15 Jun '15

We received this request as well, and contacted Anne Seurynck. She said she has been handling this request for municipalities for a couple of years now, and that Smartprocure has just begun targeting libraries as well. She has routinely been denying these requests as "overly broad." They can also be denied, she said, if you don't use POs or don't have the preprogrammed software that generates these reports (we don't do or have either one.) I would recommend contacting your library attorney for guidance to be sure, but that's what we've been told. -- Tracy Harnish, Director Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library 211 N. Almont Ave. Imlay City,MI 48444 810-724-8043 x 205 tharnish(a)ruthhughes.org

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Fiction and YA reference books available
by Janelle Martin 15 Jun '15

15 Jun '15

We no longer need the following reference books and I thought another library might be interested in them. The supplements will be included with each book. I can send them through RIDES delivery. Please include your RIDES code in your response. If you are interested, please let me know. 1. Fiction Core Collection: Sixteenth Edition, 2010 * 2011 Supplement * 2012 Supplement * 2013 Supplement 2. Fiction Catalog: Fifteenth Edition, 2006. * 2007 Supplement * 2009 Supplement 3. Middle and Junior High Core Collection: Third Edition, 2009. * 2011 Supplement * 2012 Supplement 4. What Fantastic Fiction Do I Read Next?: A Readers Guide to Recent Fantasy, Horror and Science Fiction, 1998. 5. Sequels: Fourth Edition, 2009. 6. Dictionary of American Young Adult Fiction, 1997-2001, 2004. 7. What Mystery Do I Read Next?: A Reader's Guide to Recent Mystery Fiction, 1997. Thank you, Janelle Janelle Martin Head of Fiction Marguerite deAngeli Library Lapeer District Library jmartin(a)lib.lapeer.org 810-664-6971 ext 3218

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Part time Library Assistant position
by Patricia Braden 15 Jun '15

15 Jun '15

The Romulus Public Library is seeking someone who is dedicated to providing excellent customer service to fill a part-time Library Assistant position. To apply, s ubmit a City of Romulus application and resume to: City of Romulus Human Resources Department 11111 Wayne Road Romulus, MI 48174 The application is available on the City’s website: www.romulusgov.com APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACC EPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED Patty Braden Library Director Romulus Public Library 11121 Wayne Road Romulus, MI 48174 (734) 942-7589 www.romulus.lib.mi.us Serving Romulus and Huron Township

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Closes Sunday, June 21 ! Director of Learning and Discovery-The Westport (CT) Library!
by Jobeth Bradbury 15 Jun '15

15 Jun '15

Director of Learning and Discovery-The Westport (CT) Library Imagination, innovation and inspiration...The Director of Learning and Discovery at the Westport (CT) Library <http://westportlibrary.org/> will embrace and promote these ideas as they lead an inventive, committed public service staff who is transforming the traditional role of Libraries by delivering innovative programs and services. The Director must value responsive, personal customer service and view the Library as a platform for community innovation and experiential learning. The selected candidate must be interested in seeking new service models and fostering exploration through staff and community collaboration. He/she must be knowledgeable about emerging trends in libraries and the world at large and passionate about implementing new approaches to learning, information access, and services. In other libraries this position may be called the Deputy Director for Public Service but the Westport Library uses a title that best describes the role. The Director of Learning and Discovery must have both left and right brain skillsthe ability to inspire and motivate staff as well as day-to-day managerial and organizational skills. A love of public service, a strong customer service focus, and the desire and skill to teach, coach, and mentor staff is essential. He/she manages public services through a team of direct reports and serves as a member of the Librarys Management Team. This position contributes to short and long-range planning, program development, and evaluation, and provides input into allocation of resources in support of the Librarys strategic initiatives. The Westport Library is a vibrant and welcoming community hub that reflects Westports spirit, creativity and entrepreneurship. Each day, an average of 1,300 patrons of all ages visit the Library to read and research (borrowing nearly 674,000 items last year), attend one of the Librarys 1,600 programs, consult with the Librarys expert reference librarians, use one of the Librarys ten 3-D printers, shop the Library store, meet friends at the Library Café or simply enjoy the camaraderie of being in a dynamic shared space. In 2013, the Library Journal designated the Westport Library as a Five-Star Library, a distinction earned by less than 1% of the nations libraries and in 2015 the Library was one of five finalists for the IMLS National Medal for Museum and Library Services. The Westport Library was also among the first in the nation to establish a Maker Space, a place for creation, collaboration, innovation and entrepreneurship. The Library is supported by a $4.3 million annual Town appropriation and supplemented by an active development effort, as well as grants, fees and earned income, resulting in a $5.6 million annual operating budget. For more about the Library and the Town, see Westport Links. <http://www.gossagesager.com/Westportlinks.htm> Qualifications. The successful candidate will have an ALA accredited Masters of Library Science and a minimum of five (5) years professional experience in a public library setting or information-based environment demonstrating progressively responsible management experience. Desired attributes and skills include strong computer and technology skills; a customer service orientation; excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills; and the ability to work collaboratively. Flexibility and ability to thrive in a complex, changing environment with competing demands and proven success in planning, introducing, and managing change is crucial. The desire and ability to represent the Library throughout the Westport community and be an active community participant is required. This position must be flexible to work evenings and weekends when required. Compensation. The position offers a hiring salary range of $80,000-100,000 (with placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) and an attractive benefits package. For information, contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> via email or phone. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to Dan Bradbury <mailto:danbradbury@gossagesager.com> or Jobeth Bradbury <mailto:jobethbradbury@gossagesager.com> . This position closes June 21, 2015. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for <http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=111489311 6172&sit=xckjbseib&f=15a6803e-8d83-46e6-8d14-545a610c8414> our newsletter to get the latest updates!

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Invitation to 2015 Winter is Coming: Game of Thrones event at the Pinckney Library
by Hope Siasoco 12 Jun '15

12 Jun '15

Dear Library Colleagues, Please feel free to post and/or share this invitation to the Pinckney Community Public Library's upcoming "WINTER IS COMING": GAME OF THRONES Themed Event: Game of Thrones will be returning to the Pinckney Community Public Library! "Winter is Coming": A Game of Thrones Event, featuring George R.R. Martin's _A Song of Ice and Fire_ books and the HBO series that these books inspired, will once again be returning to the Pinckney Community Public Library for its second year. On FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2015, FROM 5PM TO 7PM, prepare to be transported to the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros and the Free Cities of Essos! "Summers span decades. Winters can last a lifetime. And the struggle for the Iron Throne continues…" The program schedule is divided into two parts, with the first part consisting of presentations that are "family friendly" and open to guests of all ages. Included in the activities from 5pm - 6:30pm are: * Barony of Cynnabar - members of the local Ann Arbor Chapter of the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) will do a presentation about their society and chapter. (http://www.cynnabar.org/ [1]) * Legends LARP - A local gaming enthusiast group will educate attendees on LARP, what it is, what they do and how to participate. * Sansa's Closet Photo Booth - Pinckney Players Theater Group is once again generous enough to partner with the library and provided a variety of medieval & renaissance costumes for attendees to try. So, strike a pose next to Daenerys Targaryen, Tyrion Lannister or Jon Snow and take home a keepsake photo! * Game of Thrones and _A Song of Ice and Fire_ Trivia Games--win for the honor of your House! * Raffle - play a game of chance for a prize! Starting at 6:30pm, we will have a discussion of George R. R. Martin's _A Song of Ice and Fire_ book series and HBO's Game of Thrones TV Series, featuring episodes from Season 5. This portion of the evening contains mature content and may include spoilers for both the books and the TV series. Theme-inspired refreshments will be served throughout the evening and will include recipes from _A Feast of Ice and Fire: The Official Game of Thrones Companion Cookbook_ and _Unofficial Game of Thrones Cookbook._ For more information check out: http://bit.ly/2015GameofThronesEvent [2] To register or for questions, please call us at 734-878-3888, visit us online @ http://www.pinckneylibrary.org/ [3] or follow us on Facebook [4] and Twitter [5]. We hope very much to see you then! Sincerely, Hope Siasoco, Library Director Pinckney Community Public Library -- Pinckney Community Public Library 125 Putnam St. Pinckney, MI 48169 Tel: 734-878-3888 Fax: 734-878-2907 Email: hsiasoco(a)pinckneylibrary.org Links: ------ [1] http://www.cynnabar.org/ [2] http://bit.ly/2015GameofThronesEvent [3] http://www.pinckneylibrary.org/ [4] https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pinckney-Community-Public-Library/7516129867… [5] https://twitter.com/pinclib

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Re: [Michlib-l] Michlib-l Digest, Vol 8, Issue 11
by J.Kissell 12 Jun '15

12 Jun '15

To save confusion. Besides Baldwin Library, there is also a Baldwin, MI which has a library. JLK From: "michlib-l-request(a)mcls.org" <michlib-l-request(a)mcls.org> To: michlib-l(a)mcls.org Sent: Friday, June 12, 2015 12:00 PM Subject: Michlib-l Digest, Vol 8, Issue 11 Send Michlib-l mailing list submissions to michlib-l(a)mcls.org To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to michlib-l-request(a)mcls.org You can reach the person managing the list at michlib-l-owner(a)mcls.org When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of Michlib-l digest..." Today's Topics: 1. MeL Minute - "Free" Free Resources (Borrelli, Eunice (MDE)) 2. Computer Peripherals Available (Goupil,Heather) 3. Position Posting: Part-Time Library - Youth Services (Kathryn Bergeron) 4. Registration for the 2015 Rural and Small Libraries (ARSL) Conference is Open (White, Shannon (MDE)) 5. Geek the Library supplies (Jennifer Amormino) 6. Michigan Activity Pass & Free Fishing Weekend (Brigette M. Felix ) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Thu, 11 Jun 2015 18:52:23 +0000 From: "Borrelli, Eunice (MDE)" <BorrelliE(a)michigan.gov> To: "michlib-l(a)mcls.org" <michlib-l(a)mcls.org>, "'mamelist(a)mcls.org'" <mamelist(a)mcls.org>, "meldatabases-list(a)mcls.org" <meldatabases-list(a)mcls.org> Subject: [Michlib-l] MeL Minute - "Free" Free Resources Message-ID: <BLUPR09MB117945A51FB0535683B9219C0BC0(a)BLUPR09MB117.namprd09.prod.outlook.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Hello all, Did you know that included in the alphabetic list of MeL databases<http://mel.org/Databases> are some non-subscription resources? We have included four that although freely available online are ones you might not be familiar with and contain great and useful information. Here they are: ERIC<http://www.eric.ed.gov/> (free version) is the U.S. Department of Education online collection of peer-reviewed resources and research. Education Resources Information Center was founded in 1964 and today increasingly includes full text content of education related materials. FDSys<http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys> (Federal Digital System) is a component of the U.S. Government Printing Office (GPO) and provides online access to *authentic government information and documents. Code of Federal Regulations, Presidential documents, Congressional records, Federal Register, United States Code, and much more is available to browse, search, access, download. *authentic means digitally signed PDF documents. OAIster<http://oaister.worldcat.org/> (free version) from OCLC (Online Computer Library Center, Inc.) WorldCat offers worldwide searching of digitized materials - archival material, downloadable archival and visual material, eBooks, and computer files. Hidden gems are literally at your fingertips as evidenced by their tagline, "Find the pearls". WorldCat<http://www.worldcat.org/> (free version) also from OCLC is the "world's largest network of library content and services." Search for physical items such as books, music CDs, documents, photos, and then locate a library near you that owns it. Use any of their nine new mobile apps (both iPhone and Android) to search and locate items and libraries. Enjoy! Eunice Eunice C. Borrelli, Michigan eLibrary Internet Librarian Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517.241.4996 Toll Free: 877.479.0021 Fax: 517.373.5700 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Visit MeL at: http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> and on Facebook at: http://facebook.com/mel.org The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a video series highlighting Michigan libraries and how they are making a difference in their communities. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ and watch the 21st Century Libraries episode. Did you know most Michigan educator certificates expire June 30th of any given year? Educators can check expiration dates and renew certificates using the Michigan Online Educator Certification System at www.michigan.gov/moecs<http://www.michigan.gov/moecs>. [cid:image001.png@01D09307.7F4E33B0]<http://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,4615,7-140-5683_57223---,00.html>

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