August 2015 - Michlib-l

Donation/Gift List of Accetable Materials
by Amber Clement 06 Aug '15

06 Aug '15

Hello Everyone! I was hoping someone has a Donation or Gift List of materials that your library doesn't accept from patrons? We had one but it has now been lost to time! It would be greatly appreciated! Thanks, Amber Clement, Archivist & Librarian Bayliss Public Library of Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 906.632.9331 www.baylisslibrary.org

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Public Library Director 101 -- On-demand videos now available - URL Included
by White, Shannon (MDE) 06 Aug '15

06 Aug '15

The direct link to the Public Library Director 101 series is http://www.cosla.org/content.cfm/id/public_library_director_101_series Let us know what you think and we will be sure to provide feedback to the group that made this resource available. Shannon From: michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] On Behalf Of White, Shannon (MDE) Sent: Thursday, August 06, 2015 8:43 AM To: michlib-l(a)mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] Public Library Director 101 -- On-demand videos now available Are you a new public library director and would like to learn more about your role both as a library administrator and connector in your community? The Public Library Directors 101 series of on-demand webinar recordings introduces the many and unique facets of public library directorship through online videos you can view when convenient for you. Four recordings are available, lasting from 11 to 28 minutes in length, and they provide a broad overview to inform and inspire you in your new role. The four modules are: * "Your New Role" covers ethics, values, and leadership - all important traits for public library directors. * The "Community Relations" module introduces marketing, public relations, and outreach from the public library director perspective. * The third installment of the series "Planning and Project Management" discusses essential steps in the strategic planning process, the benefits of strategic planning, and tools for successful project management. * The final module, "Asset Management" covers management of the varied assets of library systems, including staff, buildings, collections, and budget. This content was developed through the Continuing Education Connector Project via the COSLA public website (www.cosla.org<http://www.cosla.org>). The Connector Project leverages the expertise of continuing education coordinators, library development directors, Chief Officers and other staff at state library agencies through co-development and co-delivery of educational materials on topics of current interest in state library agencies and public libraries throughout the U.S. Take a look and spread the word! 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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PT Job Opportunities
by Mary Rzepczynski 06 Aug '15

06 Aug '15

The Delta Township Manager's Office will be accepting applications for four part-time positions at the Delta Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Road in Lansing. LIBRARY ASSISTANT, PUBLIC SERVICES (part-time) This position maintains the library collection including shelving items when necessary; assists all patrons (including children, teens, adults, and seniors) with computer related questions or problems; assists as requested in other areas of the library including both the adult and youth services desks. LIBRARY ASSISTANT, ADULT SERVICES (part-time) This position maintains the library collection including shelving items when necessary; assists all patrons (including children, teens, adults, and seniors) with computer related questions or problems; assists as requested in other areas of the library. LIBRARY PAGE, CIRCULATION (part-time) This position requires shelving library materials, assisting library patrons, and the ability to lift up to twenty pounds and to be able to push or pull heavy book carts. PROCESSING CLERK, CATALOGING (part-time) This position performs a variety of duties and responsibilities that assists in the smooth and efficient operation of the library; including unpacking, receiving and routing all library material, performing routine library and clerical tasks, processing and preparing library materials for cataloging including covers, stamps, barcodes and spine labels, and assisting in inventory of books and materials. This position may also assist patrons at the circulation desk as requested. Additional information can be found at: http://www.dtdl.org/about-us/employment-opportunities/ Qualified applicants interested in applying for these positions may submit an application and/or resume to Linda F. Wells via email (lwells(a)deltami.gov) ; fax (517-327-1703); or mail c/o the Manager's Office, 7710 W. Saginaw Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917 by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 14, 2015. Mary Rzepczynski | Assistant Library Director Delta Township District Library | dtdl.org | @DeltaTwpLibrary Currently reading: Sara Paretsky, Brush Back Currently listening to: Chris Colfer, Beyond the Kingdoms; Graham Greene, The End of the Affair Currently binge watching: Hello Ladies

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MCLS August cataloging classes
by Suzanne Robinson 06 Aug '15

06 Aug '15

Wide distribution, please feel free to share with anyone who might want or need these essential workshops. Assigning Library of Congress call numbers: Basic August 18-20 1:30- 3:30pm https://www.mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?r… MARC: an introduction (prerequisite for many other advanced workshops) August 25-27 9:00-11:00am https://www.mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?r… Assigning Library of Congress subject headings August 25-27 1:30-3:30pm https://www.mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?r… If you have any questions about these or other workshops, please email training(a)mcls.org Thanks, Suzanne Part time Hours: Office hours: Tuesday and Thursday 9a - 3p, with slight variations I work from home also, and I check email regularly. Email is the best way to reach me. ------------------------------------ Suzanne Robinson, AMLS Continuing Education Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 1407 Rensen St., Suite 1 Lansing, MI 48910 800-530-9019 ext 134 mcls.org

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Hear from the 2015 Best Small Library in America - WebJunction webinar - Aug 18
by White, Shannon (MDE) 06 Aug '15

06 Aug '15

Are you in a small library and want to know about how other small libraries create successes in their community? Join this WebJunction webinar on August 18 to learn more from the Belgrade Community Library. (WebJunction webinars are also archived and available for later viewing.) Best Small Library in America 2015 Tuesday, August 18, 2015-2 pm EST-60 min Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/best-small-library-in-america… With just six staff members serving a community of 12,700 outside of Bozeman, MT, the Belgrade Community Library won this year's Library Journal Best Small Library in America Award<http://lj.libraryjournal.com/2015/01/awards/the-loaves-and-fishes-library-b…>. This award, cosponsored by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, was created in 2005 to encourage and showcase the exemplary work of libraries serving populations under 25,000. What is Belgrade's secret award-winning sauce? With a robust volunteer base, they have reimagined library services and aggressively developed new outreach efforts to meet the community's changing needs. The result is intense engagement and support from the community and an impact beyond Belgrade's borders through leadership to small libraries throughout the state. Learn how to replicate and adapt Belgrade's ambitious outreach efforts on a small-library budget. This webinar is hosted in collaboration with the Association for Rural and Small Libraries and Library Journal, and will include an overview of the nomination process<http://features.libraryjournal.com/awards/best-small-library-in-america-awa…> and details for next year's award (Deadline: September 9). Presented by: Gale Bacon, Director, Rebekah Kamp, Children and Youth Services Librarian and Keiley McGregor, Public Services Librarian, all at the Belgrade Community Library; and Meredith Schwartz, Executive Editor, Library Journal. 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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New and Advanced Director Workshops - Registration Open!
by White, Shannon (MDE) 06 Aug '15

06 Aug '15

Registration is open for both the New and the Advanced Director Workshops scheduled for September 2015. Register here: http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/CourseByAlpha.asp The New Director and the Advanced Director Workshops will be held on the following dates: * New Director - Thursday, September 17 * Advanced Director - Friday, September 18 Information is also posted on our site at www.michigan.gov/statewidelibraryservices<http://www.michigan.gov/statewidelibraryservices> under the Training & Workshops section. Attendance at these workshops is necessary for director certification as part of the qualification criteria for state aid to public libraries. You can find the State Aid to Public Libraries Application Process document here: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mde/lm_2011_LibraryStateAidProcessFor10-1… Current standards for state aid for public libraries require: Classes 1 - 3: The director shall complete the New Director Workshop within 1 year of initial directorship appointment. Classes 4 - 6: The director shall complete the New Director Workshop within 1 year of initial directorship appointment and complete the Advanced Director Workshop within 2 years of initial appointment. If you have questions about the workshop, please contact us at 517-373-1580. 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

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Public Library Director 101 -- On-demand videos now available
by White, Shannon (MDE) 06 Aug '15

06 Aug '15

Are you a new public library director and would like to learn more about your role both as a library administrator and connector in your community? The Public Library Directors 101 series of on-demand webinar recordings introduces the many and unique facets of public library directorship through online videos you can view when convenient for you. Four recordings are available, lasting from 11 to 28 minutes in length, and they provide a broad overview to inform and inspire you in your new role. The four modules are: * "Your New Role" covers ethics, values, and leadership - all important traits for public library directors. * The "Community Relations" module introduces marketing, public relations, and outreach from the public library director perspective. * The third installment of the series "Planning and Project Management" discusses essential steps in the strategic planning process, the benefits of strategic planning, and tools for successful project management. * The final module, "Asset Management" covers management of the varied assets of library systems, including staff, buildings, collections, and budget. This content was developed through the Continuing Education Connector Project via the COSLA public website (www.cosla.org) The Connector Project leverages the expertise of continuing education coordinators, library development directors, Chief Officers and other staff at state library agencies through co-development and co-delivery of educational materials on topics of current interest in state library agencies and public libraries throughout the U.S. Take a look and spread the word! 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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FOML 2015 Outstanding Michigan Friends of the Library Award
by Linda Pierce 05 Aug '15

05 Aug '15

*The "Outstanding Michigan Friends of the Library" Award from FOML* Did your Friends of the Library group carry out an outstanding project or a number of successful activities during 2015 that had a significant impact on your library’s services to the community? The award will be given to a Michigan Friends group for a specific project carried out in 2015 or based on the full scope of the group’s activities during 2015. Applications will be judged by the FOML Membership & Marketing Committee on the following criteria: 1. *Planning:* Involvement of the Friends, library, and community in the use of resources, an innovative and appropriate activity, and measurable outcomes (e.g., attendance at event, increase in patron use of the library, etc.). 2. *Implementation:* Public relations, broad membership involvement, and use of resources. 3. *Evaluation:* Assessment of activity or program with measurable results. 4. *Innovation:* New idea(s) for program or activity, creative involvement of community and specific citizens, and creative use of public relations. 5. *Community Involvement*: Evidence of community involvement in planning and implementation. The winning Friends group will receive $400 and a plaque, with an invitation to attend the FOML Annual Membership Meeting in 2016 to receive the award. To be eligible for this award, your Friends group must be a 2015 FOML member (membership information can be found at www.foml.org) and completed the project or activities during the 2015 calendar year. *Deadline:* Applications for this award must be received by *January 15, 2016.* Go to the FOML website – www.foml.org – and click on “FOML Merit Award” for the information described above. Your Friends group could be a winner! Paul Snyder, President Friends of Michigan Libraries (FOML) www.foml.org -- 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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Free Guide for Aging Drivers for Libraries to Distribute
by Simlar, Cathleen (MDOS) 05 Aug '15

05 Aug '15

The Secretary of State's office is asking public libraries to make available to the public copies of the free publication entitled, Michigan's Guide for Aging Drivers and Their Families. To request copies, please send an email to SOSInvControl(a)michigan.gov<mailto:SOSInvControl@michigan.gov>. In the subject line, include the name of the publication - Michigan's Guide for Aging Drivers and Their Families (SOS-194). In your message, include how many copies you would like, your name, the library's name and the complete mailing address. Note this publication is packaged 50 per box. Also, please consider sharing the following message on your website or newsletter. Thank you for your help. Now Available Michigan's Guide for Aging Drivers and Their Families Michigan now has 1.2 million drivers that are age 65 or older, and that number is growing. To help these drivers maintain their driver's license for as long as it is safe, the Secretary of State's Office now offers a great resource: Michigan's Guide for Aging Drivers and Their Families. This guide provides information on the licensing process, resources to help maintain safe driving, alternative transportation options and more. Request or download a free copy at Michigan.gov/sos<http://www.michigan.gov/sos/0,4670,7-127-1627_69439---,00.html> or visit the Michigan eLibrary's Health Gateway<http://mel.org/health>. Copies of the guide are also available at all Secretary of State branch offices and many public libraries.

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Job Posting - St. Charles District Library Children's Librarian
by Nannette Pretzer 05 Aug '15

05 Aug '15

St. Charles District Library Job Posting Children’s Librarian Part-time 15 hours per week Application Deadline: Friday, August 14, 2015 Hourly Children’s Librarian: The St. Charles District Library is seeking an outgoing, people-oriented individual who is committed to children’s customer service and detail work. Reports to Library Director. Duties and responsibilities:  Oversees children’s services, which includes Young Adults.  Plan and organize story times for children.  Plan and organize reading programs for children and young adults.  Select materials for the children’s collection using reviews from journals provided by the library.  Weed children’s and young adult collections of outdated and worn materials at least once a year.  Attend workshops and seminars on children’s and young adult services that will increase job skills.  Participate in fund raising for children’s programs.  Work with the schools to help provide study materials to students during the school year.  Work with outside agencies in outreach programs, i.e. Headstart, School, and Migrant program, etc.  Keep Director informed on needs of the children’s department.  Provide Director with information needed for grant applications or for government surveys.  Assist library patrons, this includes searches for materials in electronic or print formats.  Assist other staff members as needed.  Perform clerk duties as needed. Required Knowledge, skills and abilities:  Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook). Page 2  Knowledge of library procedures, public service, Internet Resources and SirsiDynix Horizon is a plus.  Flexible schedule capabilities are a must-weekend and evening work required.  Ability to work well with other staff and patrons and good verbal communication skills are important.  Be able to physically perform the duties assigned.  Comply with the dress code. Minimum education and experience:  High school diploma or equivalent with applicable library experience.  Must attend beginner’s workshop.  Must obtain a Certificate of Library Experience from the Library of Michigan. This position pays at an hourly rate of $8.15. There are no benefits for this position. If interested in this position, please contact the Director by Friday, August 14, 2015, with a letter of application and resume detailing your qualifications for the position. E-mail submissions are acceptable. Nannette Pretzer, Director St. Charles District Library 104 West Spruce Street St. Charles, MI 48655 n.pretzer(a)vlc.lib.mi.us AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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