August 2015 - Michlib-l

"Opt-in" newsletter/event reminder emails
by Sarah Scherdt 27 Aug '15

27 Aug '15

Greetings all, The White Lake Township Library is interested in providing a bi-weekly (possibly monthly) event reminder email. Ideally, we would like to have a place on our webpage were patrons could enter their email address and opt-in or subscribe to our event emails. I was hoping to gather some information from other libraries that currently use this kind of email based newsletter. If you could take a few moments to answer a couple of questions regarding your service it would be greatly appreciated. What is the name of the program or software you use? - is it efficient? - is it user-friendly? - Are you happy with it? What were the up-front costs for the program/software? - were there any long term costs to consider? Has your library seen an increase in program attendance with the use of the opt-in email list? - or other indications that the email list is working? Thanks so much for your time, Sarah Scherdt Adult Reference Librarian White Lake Township Library 7527 E. Highland Road White Lake, MI 48383

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Program Recommendations (The Storytellers, Alexandria's Nature Bus)
by Charli Osborne 27 Aug '15

27 Aug '15

I'm glad I just saw the post about Wildlife Safari, because it reminded me to post about a couple of wonderful programs we had this summer at Oak Park. Bob and Audrey Allison, aka The Storytellers (http://www.thestorytellers.org/) were here to present a program on being an everyday hero. The program included music and stories, humor and laughter. Bob and Audrey played off each other and completely engaged the kids throughout. Each child was able to play one (or more!) of the unusual instruments they brought and a wonderful time was had by all. Kids and parents alike enjoyed themselves. We were also fortunate enough to win a grant that allowed us to have an absolutely fascinating two-hour program with Alexandria's Nature Bus from Howell's Nature Center (http://www.spiritofalexandria.org/index.php/alexandria-s-nature-bus) The naturalists brought five birds of prey and presented a fabulous and fun program on them as well as had the kids explore the nature bus itself. Charli Charli Osborne Youth Services Librarian Oak Park Public Library 14200 Oak Park Blvd. Oak Park, MI 48237

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2015 Mahoney Workshop – Public, School and Academic Libraries and Student Achievement!
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 27 Aug '15

27 Aug '15

Please note that this is the 2015 workshop, not the 2016 workshop as the subject line said previously. We hope to see you at the workshop. >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Public, academic and school libraries are all vital to quality services for student achievement in your community. Come join us at the Collaboration and Student Achievement: How School, Public and Academic Libraries Are Working Together workshop to learn more about the range of possible collaborations between libraries, both here in Michigan and across the country. The Library of Michigan and our partners are doing a one day workshop on Nov. 11th in Bay City as the preconference to the Michigan Association for Media in Education (MAME) annual conference. We have a great group of speakers: · Allison Barney from the Nashville Public Libraries will be speaking on the Nashville Limitless Libraries program. · National award winner Ken Stewart from Blue Valley High School in Kansas will be speaking about libraries transforming communities. · Rhonda Huisman from Wichita State University will be speaking on libraries as place and college readiness. · Fonda Owens from the La Porte County Public Library (IN) will be speaking about public and school library partnerships in Libraries 360 program · Panel sessions and breakouts with school administrators, public librarians, and academic librarians from around the state. The breakout session tracks are Information Literacy and College Readiness, Public Library Partnership Models, and The Online Teaching Environment: Collections and Collaborations. Our partners are MAME, MCLS, MLA, MI-ALA, the Library of Michigan Foundation, and the Cooperative Directors Association (CDA). Registration and the full agenda are available at http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07eb9do4n8ac764… and the cost is $45. We look forward to seeing you there! This project is supported in part by the Library of Michigan with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. 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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Magazine boxes are gone
by Eau Claire District Library 27 Aug '15

27 Aug '15

Thank you to everyone for your interest in the magazine boxes. They have found new homes.AnnEau Claire

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MeL Minute - School resources
by Borrelli, Eunice (MDE) 27 Aug '15

27 Aug '15

Hello all, Now that summer is winding down, you know what happens next - school! School means homework, homework means term papers, term papers mean research resources, and research resources mean MeL.org<http://mel.org/>. The Teens Gateway Homework Help<http://teens.mel.org/MeLHomeworkHelp> section offers databases as well as select internet sites in four areas: English, Math, Science, and Social Studies/History. Whether it's Michigana: Sources in U.S. History Online<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-gale.php?database=SMIH>, Research in Context<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-gale.php?database=MSIC>, or InfoTrac Student Edition<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-gale.php?database=STOM> students will find reliable and accurate information and data for their research and learning. The MeL Kids Gateway<http://kids.mel.org/> also offers Homework Helpers<http://kids.mel.org/HomeworkHelpers> for young learners who are just beginning their research efforts. Kids InfoBits<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-gale.php?database=ITKE>, World Book Kids<http://www.worldbookonline.com/kids/home?subacct=O6106>, and NoveList K 8 Plus<http://galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-ebsco.php?database=NOVEL> are all designed with elementary students in mind with age appropriate content and subjects. Students might not be ready for school to start again, but with MeL's help you can be. Michigan residents or Michigan library access only. MeL Minutes are brought to you by the Library of Michigan. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for next week's MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact(a)mel.org<mailto:contact@mel.org> or visit mel.org<http://mel.org/>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your public service colleagues. 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 [Follow MeL on Twitter]<https://twitter.com/meldotorg> [MeL - Michigan eLibrary Logo] <http://mel.org/> [Like MeL on Facebook] <https://www.facebook.com/mel.org> [image004]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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Fwd: The Modern Library: Meeting Users On Their Own Terms
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 27 Aug '15

27 Aug '15

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National Conference - Association of Small and Rural Libraries - Little Rock, AR, Oct. 1-3
by White, Shannon (MDE) 27 Aug '15

27 Aug '15

Passing along information about the upcoming national association's conference this fall. Even if you are unable to attend an ARSL conference take a look at their website at http://arsl.info/. They also have a listserv devoted to libraries serving small and rural populations as well as other helpful resources for their members. -------------------------------------------------- Conference time is almost here and time is running out to save on early bird registration for ARSL 2015 in Little Rock Arkansas. Members attending conference and registering before August 29th, will receive a $65 discount off of the regular member rate. This means that members will receive a full conference including 3 morning meals and 2 lunches for only $260 (plus a $3.95 processing fee). What a value! In case you are still on the fence about going, the schedule of events can be found online. Additional information can be found on the conference page including information on our guest speakers Daniel Black, Josh Hanagarne, Zach Benedict, and PC Cast. A couple other things to pay close attention to is the pre and post conferences including a writers workshop with PC Cast! Also, if you haven't been to an ARSL conference before, we welcome you to take a short look at our video. Should you have any questions please feel free to email us. We sure hope to see you in Little Rock Oct. 1st-3rd for a great 3 day event of learning and sharing with our peers at ARSL2015. Those ready to register may go straight to the registration portal. But hurry, this deal won't last for much longer. Sincerely, ARSL 2015 Conference Committee --------------------------------------------------- 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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Extra DVD available
by Galesburg Charleston Memorial District Library 27 Aug '15

27 Aug '15

Good afternoon - We are selling our extra copy of the DVD "Woman in Gold," starring Helen Mirren and Ryan Reynolds, for $22.00 to the first library that contacts me. Must be able to ship through RIDES. Helena 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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Postion Vacancy - Children's Programming Librarian
by Terry New 27 Aug '15

27 Aug '15

Kalamazoo Public Library is currently seeking an energetic and innovative programming librarian in our Children's department. Please find job details and instructions on how to apply at www.kpl.gov/jobs<http://www.kpl.gov/jobs> -- Terry M. New, SPHR Human Resources Manager 269-553-7931 | terryn(a)kpl.gov<mailto:terryn@kpl.gov> | www.kpl.gov<http://www.kpl.gov/> [KPL-logo]<http://www.kpl.gov/>

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Program: Bob Morris - Built in Detroit
by Jennifer Hassell 26 Aug '15

26 Aug '15

This was a great program! A few nut and bolts: Bob does ask to bring his book to sell but he and his wife handle that on their own. There was no charge to have him present. Turn out was smallish, about 12, but it was the perfect size for interesting discussions with the author/presenter. Bob knows his stuff and is an engaging, comfortable speaker. It was great to have him just before Labor Day but I'd recommend him for whenever you can book him. Bobrkm(a)yahoo.com Www.builtindetroit.net Jen Hassell Adult Services Librarian Farmington Community Library

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