July 2015 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Secretary of Start Article - Please share with patrons
by Simlar, Cathleen (MDOS) 22 Jul '15

22 Jul '15

Good morning. In support of the public library/Secretary of State partnership and as a service to your patrons, please consider sharing the following news item via your website, newsletter or other communication channels. You'll also find an image attached to this email that you can use with this article. Much thanks! Cathleen P. Simlar Communications Specialist, Executive Office Michigan Department of State Office: (517) 373-9080 / Cell: (248) 761-7145 Renew License Plate Tabs at Your Local Library Public library computing stations provide easy access to SOS online services Have you tried the online, no-wait Secretary of State at ExpressSOS.com<http://ExpressSOS.com>? With its Print & Go option, you can renew license plate tabs in minutes and print a receipt as proof of registration until your tabs arrive. You can also go online to renew or replace a driver's license, change your address, replace a vehicle registration or title, renew watercraft registrations and join the organ donor registry. Save time and go online!

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Just two weeks left to make your nominations for the 2015 State History Awards
by HSM Web 21 Jul '15

21 Jul '15

There are just two weeks left to make your nominations for the 2015 State History Awards! Do you know an individual or organization that has made outstanding contributions to Michigan history? Then they deserve your nomination! The deadline for this year's award nominations is July 31. To nominate an individual or organization for a State History Award, <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/2015-State-History-Awa rd-Nomination.pdf> please complete and submit the 2015 State History Award Nomination Form. Nominations for the 2015 State History Awards are due in the HSM offices by 5 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2015. Postmarks are not accepted. Each year, the Historical Society of Michigan presents State History Awards to individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the appreciation and understanding of Michigan history. The awards are presented at the annual State History Conference and recognize the excellence of achievement by an individual or organization in the collection, preservation, and/or promotion of state and local history. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/awards/state-history-awards/> For more information about the awards, please see our website. _____ _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our state's oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan's rich history. _____ For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370 State History Award Categories <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/awards/state-history-awards/> For more information about the awards, please see our website. .Lifetime Achievement Award .Distinguished Volunteer Service (Individuals only) .Distinguished Professional Service (Individuals only) .Books: University & Commercial Press .Books: Private Printing .Books: Children & Youth .Businesses .Communications: Newsletters & Websites .Education: Educational Programs .Education: Educator .Institutions .Local Societies .Media .Restoration/Preservation .Special Programs/Events .Best Article in Michigan History magazine 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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The Trustee Toolkit: Hiring a Library Director - now available online
by White, Shannon (MDE) 21 Jul '15

21 Jul '15

Is your library in the process of recruiting a new director? If you are looking for resources to help recruit and hire be sure to review the new toolkit available from the Continuing Education Connector Project, a project from the Chief Officers of State Library Agencies. The Trustee Toolkit: Hiring a Library Director is intended for use by library board members or trustees who are faced with the important task of hiring a new leader to run their library. The need for a comprehensive resource was addressed by creating this user-friendly toolkit. Hiring a director is one of the primary responsibilities of many boards. A process is important for success, setting a trajectory for the future course of the library and the community it serves. While the hiring process may be prescribed by local state and municipal laws and rules, the toolkit materials were created and selected because they apply broadly to most situations. Sample tools and templates are a starting point for boards and are intended to be modified for local use. The resource includes many templates, including sample job descriptions, recommended interview questions, and a sample offer letter. The toolkit offers a checklist and sample resources such as a timeline, sample job descriptions, job ads, interview questions, reference check form, sample letters and more. The resources are available online at: http://www.cosla.org/content.cfm/id/trustee_toolkit_hiring_a_new_library_di… 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 Nourishing Michigan's Future...during school and during the summer! Encourage Michigan's children to Meet Up and Eat Up - and Read Up! Find the Summer Food Service Program site nearest you at: www.michigan.gov/sfsp<http://www.michigan.gov/sfsp>

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Michigan Activity Pass and Hammock Day
by Brigette Felix 21 Jul '15

21 Jul '15

Wednesday, July 22 is Hammock Day http://holidaysofyear.com/hammock-day/) - a day to slow down and relax. Summer can go by in the blink of any eye so use this day as a reminder to take it easy and enjoy the outdoors! Celebrate Hammock Day by visiting one of the state parks that participate with MAP (http://www.plymouthrockets.com/prmaps/code/index.cfm?mn=628322) Here are some of the state parks that are MAP destinations: Brighton Recreation Area, Howell - http://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=438&type=SPRK Fisherman's Island State Park, Charlevoix - http://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=447&type=SPRK Lake Hudson Recreation Area, Clayton - http://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=464&type=SPRK Menominee River State Recreation Area, Norway - http://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=731&type=SPRK Proud Lake Recreation Area, Commerce Twp. - http://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=487&type=SPRK Happy Hammock Day!

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Reminder: Every Child Ready to Read program opportunity!
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 21 Jul '15

21 Jul '15

Just a reminder to respond by tomorrow afternoon if you are interested in this opportunity. Thanks so much! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> The Library of Michigan has an opportunity to arrange for Michigan libraries to receive an Every Child Ready to Read (ECRR) kit from the American Library Association. You can find more information about the program at <https://www.surveymonkey.com/MySurvey_EditPage.aspx?sm=hUPTibIhVWuuscd6gAsz…> www.everychildreadytoread.org/<http://www.everychildreadytoread.org/>. We are assessing the interest level for this program. Please fill out the survey below if you are interested in using the ECRR program. If you would like a kit for each branch location, please complete the survey for each branch. Please respond to the survey NO LATER than Wednesday, July 22nd. Thank you! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ECRRLM Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices<http://www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices> www.michigan.gov/michiganreads<http://www.michigan.gov/michiganreads> www.michigan.gov/sl21<http://www.michigan.gov/sl21> Nourishing Michigan's Future...during school and during the summer! Encourage Michigan's children to Meet Up and Eat Up - and Read Up! Find the Summer Food Service Program site nearest you at: www.michigan.gov/sfsp<http://www.michigan.gov/sfsp> [image004]

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USCIS and IMLS Host Webinar for Public Libraries on August 11
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 20 Jul '15

20 Jul '15

Please see below for more information on an August 11th webinar on immigration services and public libraries from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Nourishing Michigan’s Future…during school and during the summer! Encourage Michigan’s children to Meet Up and Eat Up – and Read Up! Find the Summer Food Service Program site nearest you at: www.michigan.gov/sfsp<http://www.michigan.gov/sfsp> [image004] Sent: Monday, July 20, 2015 3:41 PM Subject: USCIS and IMLS Host Webinar for Public Libraries on August 11 To view this message in a browser, please click here<http://www.idevmail.net/message.aspx?d=73&m=2736&e=reishk@michigan.gov&r=17…>. [IMLS logo] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 20, 2015 IMLS Press Contact 202-653-4799 Giuliana Bullard, gbullard(a)imls.gov<mailto:gbullard@imls.gov> USCIS and IMLS Host Webinar for Public Libraries on August 11 Webinar will Address Issue of Adult Immigrant Learners Washington, DC—Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) present the next webinar in their series for public librarians, discussing immigration and U.S. citizenship topics. The webinar, Bridges to Citizenship: Connecting Classrooms and Libraries to Expand and Enhance Services for Adult Immigrant Learners, will focus on resources available to immigrant-serving organizations and adult education programs. Representatives from the USCIS Office of Citizenship will provide an overview of how libraries can expand and enhance adult citizenship education services and obtain free materials to display. Webinar: Bridges to Citizenship: Connecting Classrooms and Libraries to Expand and Enhance Services for Adult Immigrant Learners Date and Time: Tuesday, August 11, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. EDT To register for this session, please follow the steps below: * Go to the USCIS registration page<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=1&d=73&mid=363882&m=2736> * Enter your email address and select “Submit” * Select “Subscriber Preferences” * Select the “Event Registration” tab * Complete the questions and select “Submit” Once your registration is processed, you will receive a confirmation email with additional details. If you do not receive a confirmation email within two business days, please email USCIS at Public.Engagement(a)uscis.dhs.gov<mailto:Public.Engagement@uscis.dhs.gov>. This series was developed as part of a partnership between IMLS and USCIS to ensure that librarians have the necessary tools and knowledge to refer their patrons to accurate and reliable sources of information on immigration-related topics. To find out more about this partnership and the webinar series, visit the Serving New Americans page<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=2&d=73&mid=363882&m=2736> of the IMLS website. Note to Media: This engagement is not for press purposes. Please contact the USCIS Press Office at (202) 272-1200 for any media inquiries. For more information about USCIS and their programs, visit uscis.gov<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=3&d=73&mid=363882&m=2736> or follow them on Twitter (@uscis<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=4&d=73&mid=363882&m=2736>), YouTube (/uscis<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=5&d=73&mid=363882&m=2736>), Facebook (/uscis<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=6&d=73&mid=363882&m=2736>), and the USCIS blog The Beacon<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=7&d=73&mid=363882&m=2736>. About the Institute of Museum and Library Services The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=8&d=73&mid=363882&m=2736> and 35,000 museums<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=9&d=73&mid=363882&m=2736>. Our mission is to inspire libraries and museums to advance innovation, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. Our grant making, policy development, and research help libraries and museums deliver valuable services that make it possible for communities and individuals to thrive. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=10&d=73&mid=363882&m=2736> and follow us on Facebook<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=11&d=73&mid=363882&m=2736> and Twitter<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=12&d=73&mid=363882&m=2736>.

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JOB POSTING: Assistant Director Programming and Outreach Specialist Position
by Andrea Estelle 20 Jul '15

20 Jul '15

Good Afternoon! We are looking for a positive and creative individual to join our awesome team as our new Assistant Director/Programming and Outreach Specialist! The Otsego District Library serves 14,230 residents with a budget of $508,000 and a staff of thirteen. In 2009, a beautiful new 18,000 square foot, LEED-Silver Level building opened for service to the community. A dedicated library millage voted in perpetuity provides 80% of the library's operating revenue. The library has a staff known for its commitment to outstanding customer service and a supportive board that is responsive to the community. Otsego is located in beautiful southwest Michigan, fifteen miles north of Kalamazoo, thirty miles south of Grand Rapids, and only forty minutes from Lake Michigan. The Otsego area offers affordable living, excellent schools, convenient shopping, and an outstanding quality of life. The complete job description is attached. Please post and share. Thanks, Andrea Andrea Estelle, Library Director "Brighten the Corner Where You Are" Every Great Community Deserves a Great Library www.otsegolibrary.org <http://www.otsegolibrary.org/>

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QuickBooks accounting help
by Galesburg Charleston Memorial District Library 20 Jul '15

20 Jul '15

Hello, again! I need help from anyone who is a QuickBooks expert! We have been using QB since the beginning of the year. It is great for our bookkeeper, but I am still struggling with it. I need to know how to create and maintain a budget (I tried to follow the directions in "the missing manual," but I can't make it work!). I'm not sure if it can do what I want it to, or if I'm trying to make it do something it's not designed for. Your assistance - off-list - will be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Helena Hayes, MLIS, 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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free metal magazine holders
by Jessica Shirtz 20 Jul '15

20 Jul '15

All of the free metal magazine holders have been claimed. Thank you! Jessica Shirtz Library Director Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library 317 N. Main Street Ishpeming, MI 49849 906-486-4381 uproc.lib.mi.us/ish/

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free 100 metal magazine holders
by Jessica Shirtz 20 Jul '15

20 Jul '15

Hello! Our library is no longer circulating magazines, and as a result we have an overabundance of olive green metal magazine holders. All 100 available holders are 8 inches deep, 8 inches tall, and 4.5 inches wide. They do not have any cork or any other material on the bottom. It looks like they were originally purchased from Gaylord Bros. Photos are attached. If you are interested in any of these, please message me off list at jnorton(a)uproc.lib.mi.us and include the amount you would like and your ZV code as these will be shipped via RIDES. Thank you! Jessica Shirtz Library Director Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library 317 N. Main Street Ishpeming, MI 49849 906-486-4381 uproc.lib.mi.us/ish/

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