September 2015 - Michlib-l

Michigan Activity Pass "just because"...
by Brigette Felix 04 Sep '15

04 Sep '15

August 27 is National Just Because Day - http://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-just-because-day-august-27/ Check out a MAP pass (http://www.michiganactivitypass.info) to a state park "just because!" Here are some state parks from the North West part of Michigan - http://www.stateparks.com/northwest_michigan_parks.html *Interlochen State Park - http://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=460&type=SPRK *Mears State Park - http://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=470&type=SPRK *Mitchell State Park - http://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=474&type=SPRK *Orchard Beach State Park - http://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=480&type=SPRK *Traverse City State Park - http://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=501&type=SPRK *Young State Park - http://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=512&type=SPRK Enjoy Just Because Day on August 27th!

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We cleaned the cupboards
by Ann Greene 04 Sep '15

04 Sep '15

Hi.We cleaned cupboards. If anyone would like any of the following items, please email me. They are free to a good home. HP deskjet printer Ink cartridge combo-pack: 45 black + 78 color HP inkjet printer cartridge 26 black HP inkjet printer cartridge 49 color Canon BX-3 BJ Fax cartridge black Demco 32-209 yellow circulation cards Demco.com - Demco® Colored Book Cards - Date / Issued To | | | | | | | | | | | Demco.com - Demco® Colored Book Cards - Date / Issue... | | | | View on www.demco.com | Preview by Yahoo | | | | | C-line #30526 sorter Sorters, All-Purpose, 2-1/2 x 23-1/2, 1/EA, 30526 | | | | | | | | | Sorters, All-Purpose, 2-1/2 x 23-1/2, 1/EA, 30526C-Line Products 30526 Document Sorters, All-Purpose, 2-1/2 x 23-1/2, CLI-30526, CLI30526, CLI 30526 | | | | View on www.c-lineproducts.com | Preview by Yahoo | | | | | Ann Greene Eau Claire District Library greenelib(a)yahoo.com

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Employee Health Insurance
by Stanczak, Cindy 03 Sep '15

03 Sep '15

Hello all! As a new open enrollment approaches, and as we hear more and more of insurance increases (and budget decreases) we're asking for how your library is handling the rising cost of employee health insurance. Are you continuing to fund an employee plan? Do you cover just your employee or also spouses and dependents? Do you cover the deductible? Dental and/or vision? Did you take on or opt-out of the 20% employee contribution requirement? Have you moved to a stipend-based benefit structure? How did you design it? What was your staff response to any moves/changes you made? *I plan to compile the answers for the listserv -- if you would like to strip your identifying information from the compilation (or hold it out completely), I'm happy to do so. Please ask. Otherwise, I'll assume I'm free to use your response with identifying information.* Thank you! Cynthia Stanczak Interim Director Head of Adult Services Albion District Library 501 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 (517) 629-3993

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Novi Public Library Employment Opportunity - Shelver part-time
by Marcia Dominick 03 Sep '15

03 Sep '15

Position: Shelver, Permanent Part-time Job Duties: * Sorts and loads carts for shelving. * Shelves and shifts materials in the public areas; shelf reads; reports problems with shelf organization. * Directs patrons to Reference staff for assistance. * Assists with opening and closing procedures. * Assists Librarians with special projects with the approval of the Support Services Supervisor. Job Requirements: * Some high school experience required; work permit if required. * Ability to adapt to changing procedures and situations; problem solving skills. * Knowledge of alphabetical, numerical and decimal system of arrangement. * Enthusiastic, friendly and approachable. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Knowledge of Internet and computer related technology. * Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. * Physical mobility, vision, hearing and manual dexterity essential. * Maintain physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, bending, and /or walking for extended periods of time; stooping; crouching; reaching; carrying books or boxes of books; pushing book carts; seeing; keyboarding; using the telephone; lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; push or pull with wheeled cart up to 500 pounds; operating assigned equipment; picking up litter; spreading ice melt. Hours: 12 hours per week: * Tuesday, 5-9 p.m. * Wednesday, 5-9 p.m. * Friday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Salary: $8.15 per hour Benefits: None Application: * Available at http://www.novilibrary.org/AboutUs/Employment.asp * Resume, cover letter and application required. * Send to: Marcia Dominick, Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi, MI 48375 * E-mail: mdominick(a)novilibrary.org<mailto:mdominick@novilibrary.org> Deadline: Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 5p.m. Regards, Marcia Dominick [Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: New Logo 1 inch rgb for web]Marcia Dominick | Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library |45255 West Ten Mile Road | Novi, MI 48375 Phone 248-869-7211|Fax 248-349-6520 www.novilibrary.org<http://www.novilibrary.org/> Inform. Inspire. Include.

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Novi Public Library Employment Opportunity - 19-hour Support Services Clerk I
by Marcia Dominick 03 Sep '15

03 Sep '15

Position: Support Services Clerk, Permanent Part-time Job Duties: * Performs all duties assigned in the ILS Modules accurately and efficiently; problem solves patron and catalog issues * Welcomes patrons, provides directions; makes public address announcements as needed * Answers main phone; directs calls as needed; aids patrons * Performs workroom duties and other tasks as assigned, including shelf reading, processing holds, returns and other materials from delivery, materials processing and maintenance * Prepares and delivers materials to various senior and homebound facilities utilizing the Library vehicle; loads, unloads materials from carts Job Requirements: * High school diploma or equivalent * Ability to take direction willingly * Knowledge of alphabetical, numerical and decimal system of arrangement * Enthusiastic, friendly and approachable * Strong obligation to confidentiality * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail * Knowledge of Internet and computer related technology * Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills * Physical mobility, vision, hearing, and manual dexterity essential * Maintain physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, bending, and/or walking for extended periods of time; stooping; crouching; reaching; carrying books or boxes of books; pushing book carts; seeing; keyboarding; using the telephone, lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; push or pull with wheeled cart up to 500 pounds; operating assigned equipment; picking up litter; spreading ice melt * Evening, weekend, and some holiday hours are required Hours: 19 hours per week * Monday, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. * Tuesday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. * Thursday, 4 - 9 p.m. * Alternating Friday/Saturday, 2 - 6 p.m. Salary: $10.52 per hour Benefits: None Application: * Resume, cover letter and application required * Available at www.novilibrary.org<http://www.novilibrary.org>/libraryemployment.htm * Send to: Marcia Dominick, Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi, MI 48375 * E-mail: mdominick(a)novilibrary.org<mailto:mdominick@novilibrary.org> Deadline: Wednesday, September 16, 2015, 5 p.m. Regards, Marcia Dominick [Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: New Logo 1 inch rgb for web]Marcia Dominick | Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library |45255 West Ten Mile Road | Novi, MI 48375 Phone 248-869-7211|Fax 248-349-6520 www.novilibrary.org<http://www.novilibrary.org/> Inform. Inspire. Include.

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Novi Public Library Employment Opportunity - Support Services Clerk I - 18-hour position
by Marcia Dominick 03 Sep '15

03 Sep '15

Position: Support Services Clerk, Permanent Part-time Job Duties: * Performs all duties assigned in the ILS Modules accurately and efficiently; problem solves patron and catalog issues * Welcomes patrons, provides directions; makes public address announcements as needed * Answers main phone; directs calls as needed; aids patrons * Performs workroom duties and other tasks as assigned, including shelf reading, processing holds, returns and other materials from delivery, materials processing and maintenance * Prepares and delivers materials to various senior and homebound facilities utilizing the Library vehicle; loads, unloads materials from carts Job Requirements: * High school diploma or equivalent * Ability to take direction willingly * Knowledge of alphabetical, numerical and decimal system of arrangement * Enthusiastic, friendly and approachable * Strong obligation to confidentiality * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail * Knowledge of Internet and computer related technology * Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills * Physical mobility, vision, hearing, and manual dexterity essential * Maintain physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, bending, and/or walking for extended periods of time; stooping; crouching; reaching; carrying books or boxes of books; pushing book carts; seeing; keyboarding; using the telephone, lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; push or pull with wheeled cart up to 500 pounds; operating assigned equipment; picking up litter; spreading ice melt * Evening, weekend, and some holiday hours are required Hours: 18 hours per week * Sunday, 12 - 6 p.m. * Monday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. * Tuesday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Salary: $10.52 per hour Benefits: None Application: * Resume, cover letter and application required * Available at www.novilibrary.org<http://www.novilibrary.org>/libraryemployment.htm * Send to: Marcia Dominick, Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi, MI 48375 * E-mail: mdominick(a)novilibrary.org<mailto:mdominick@novilibrary.org> Deadline: Wednesday, September 16, 2015, 5 p.m. Regards, Marcia Dominick [Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: New Logo 1 inch rgb for web]Marcia Dominick | Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library |45255 West Ten Mile Road | Novi, MI 48375 Phone 248-869-7211|Fax 248-349-6520 www.novilibrary.org<http://www.novilibrary.org/> Inform. Inspire. Include.

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Michigan Reads press release
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 03 Sep '15

03 Sep '15

Please see the Michigan Reads press release below. We are excited to be starting a new program with a great author and book! 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] From: Martin Ackley [mailto:MDE@govsubscriptions.michigan.gov] Sent: Thursday, September 03, 2015 1:53 PM To: Reish, Karren (MDE) <ReishK(a)michigan.gov> Subject: Michigan Department of Education Press Release [Michigan Dept of Ed header] News Release Contact: Martin Ackley, Director of Public and Governmental Affairs, (517) 241-4395 Bill DiSessa, Spokesperson, (517) 335-6649 Do Unto Otters is Featured Title in 2015 Michigan Reads! Program September 3, 2015 LANSING - A children's book about good-mannered forest creatures by Michigan author Laurie Keller has been named as the featured title in the 2015 "Michigan Reads! One State, One Children's Book" program, the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) announced today. Keller, who grew up in Muskegon and now lives on the state's southwest side, wrote and illustrated Do Unto Otters (Henry Holt, 2007). The book tells a story of how Mr. Rabbit learns, with sage advice from Mr. Owl, to get along swimmingly with his new neighbors, the Otters, by simply treating them the same way he would want to be treated - the Golden Rule. "Reading can be fun and entertaining while teaching us something at the same time," State Superintendent Brian Whiston said. "Having all children reading at grade level by the end of third grade remains a top priority of the MDE." Keller has written and illustrated a number of children's picture books and also illustrates books for other authors. She presents on her work for children and adults at schools, libraries and other events. The Library of Michigan (LM) coordinates "Michigan Reads!" The program is devoted to increasing early childhood literacy and pre-reading readiness. Programming, events and author visits are scheduled throughout the state in September and October. The program's official launch is Tuesday, September 15 at the Beagle Elementary School in Grand Ledge. Michigan Reads! is modeled after the "One Book, One Community" concept and is designed to emphasize the importance of shared reading practices with babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and young school-age children. These practices set the stage for fluent reading achievement in children as they enter school. "This year's Michigan Reads! program should help prompt Michigan residents of all ages reading aloud to children, inspiring a love of reading in both readers and listeners," said State Librarian Randy Riley. "Do Unto Otters is a really fun way to bring children and parents together, reading and learning." The program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and partners with the Library of Michigan Foundation. Additional contributions come from Jackson National Life Insurance and Macmillan Publishers. As a result of the Institute of Museum and Library Services support, the LM will provide a hardcover copy of Do Unto Otters and programming materials to all public libraries, elementary schools, Head Start and Great Start Readiness programs across the state. In addition, Keller will tour a number of Michigan libraries and schools. "Michigan Reads!" provides librarians, early childhood educators, parents, and caregivers with ideas to help children develop literacy skills through play-based activities. Since its inception in 2004, the program aims to promote the value and benefits of reading early and often to children, to encourage family bonding through reading and to increase awareness and usage of Michigan's libraries as excellent resources for learning. More information about "Michigan Reads!" - including dates and locations of author visits and materials for parents, teachers and caregivers - is available at www.michigan.gov/michiganreads.<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> # # # The Library of Michigan - Michigan's official state library agency for more than 175 years - is part of the Michigan Department of Education. To learn more, visit www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. *Attached please find a cover photo of the book. * 2015 Michigan Reads.pdf<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> * lm_2015_MI Reads Do Unto Otter Book Cover.jpg<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> ________________________________ [Michigan Department of Education Logo] Questions? Contact Us<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> STAY CONNECTED: [Visit us on Facebook]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> [Visit us on Twitter]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> [Sign up for email updates]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> ________________________________ This email was sent to reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> using GovDelivery, on behalf of: Michigan Department of Education * 608 W. Allegan Street, P.O. Box 30008 * Lansing, MI 48909

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MeL Minute - Gale databases special features
by Borrelli, Eunice (MDE) 03 Sep '15

03 Sep '15

Hello all, Many of the MeL database<http://mel.org/Databases> resources provided by Gale Cengage Learning* include tools and special features to make the information they contain accessible in a variety of circumstances. I'd like to point out 2 in particular that you and your patrons should find useful - Listen and Translate Article. Once an article has been opened from a list of search results, the "Listen" feature icon is displayed and enables a user to hear the article/information read aloud. Click on the word "listen" to find "help" which explains how to change settings including reading speed, word color, and enhanced text visibility; download the documents as an audio file; and listen to a specific part of the document. "Translate Article" is on the right side in the tools section and offers over 20 languages. Note Gale's disclaimer that ..."This is a machine translation and not intended to replace human translation." The translated text appears on the screen and a bonus is that the "Listen" feature is available at this point as well and the reading is rendered in the translated language. Michigan residents or Michigan library access only. *Gale databases include: Academic OneFile, various InfoTracs, General Reference Center Gold, General OneFile 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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Our Brightest Hour - Your Invitation for October 29th, from The Polish Mission
by Caryn Noel 03 Sep '15

03 Sep '15

I am sending this email to you on behalf of The Polish Mission which is part of the Orchard Lake Schools...please feel free to advance this unique opportunity to those who will find it of interest. With warmest regards, Caryn Noel Library Director Adam Cardinal Maida Alumni Library Dear friends, My name is JJ Przewozniak, and I'm Curator of Collections here at The Polish Mission of the Orchard Lake Schools. We're the third department of the OLS alongside St. Mary's Prep and Ss. Cyril and Methodius Seminary. We claim the honor of being the oldest Polish-American cultural and educational institution in the United States (founded 1885). Now, exactly 130 years later, 2015 has really been a landmark year for our community of students, faculty, and staff-let me tell you why. For the last few years, we've been the exclusive North American partner with the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum of Poland. To honor the 70th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz in 1945, it was our privilege to host the prestigious and massive Forbidden Art exhibition at the United Nations, in support of an international session on global prevention of genocide. In addition, this February we embarked upon a special partnership with the Stanislawa Moniuszki National Music Academy in Poland-through this, we guided the entire St. Mary's Prep Jazz Ensemble through Poland, where they performed at the LOTOS Jazz Festival to standing-room only audiences! The Polish Mission worked with the Wikiera Foundation to keep the students' cost of this trip very low, and made all the necessary connections to ensure that our St. Mary's group had the experience of their lives. Beyond the trip to Poland, over the past two years, the Polish Mission has assisted the Prep in bringing Polish language back as an on-campus offering. We've orchestrated various displays in the library, the existing Galeria, and other venues that have been visited by Prep classes. We pride ourselves on our unending program of cultural activities that enrich not only our local community, but audiences across the globe. For this and for our multitude of continued cultural work (which you can read about in The Mission, the Orchard Lake Good News, and www.polishmission.com<http://www.polishmission.com>) it is our highest honor to be awarded the Gloria Artis (gold), which is the highest form of recognition awarded by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Poland. We are the only institution in North America that bears this honor, and in July, the Minister herself, Professor Małgorzata Omilanowska, visited us to bestow it in person! For comparison, the short list of recipients of this award includes renowned historian Norman Davies, legend of the Polish stage Adam Hanuszkiewicz, and the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum. I'm sending you this monumental news today, in hopes that you'll consider supporting the truly "Polish Mission" of the OLS. On October 29th, 2015, the Ambassador of the Republic of Poland, his Excellency Ryszard Schnepf will formally present the Gloria Artis to us, at a gala dinner at Pine Lake Country Club. By placing an ad in our program book, attending, or by any financial support you'd consider pledging, you'd be supporting the construction of a new Polish art gallery on our historic campus; the first construction project of its type in America in decades. Our plan is to restore the existing Galeria to its original beauty, while also constructing a subtle addition for the collections, built to modern museum standards. You might not know it, but we're home to North America's best collection of Polish art, museum, and archives collections. With a new and fitting place to showcase it all, our community of students, family, faculty, and staff will have a new place for learning, studying, and praying. It is our hope that a new building will allow us to expand the support that we can provide the various language, social studies, and art classes, and enrich the learning environment for all Prep students. We're requesting help from everyone in the Orchard Lake Schools family, because we know that you are committed to the future of our St. Mary's men and our legacy. This project is more than a building; it's an investment in our future, and those who contribute to it can rest knowing they've contributed to a most prestigious and unique element of the "Polish" mission of the Orchard Lake Schools. See you on October 29th. Thank you in advance for your support. Sincerely, [JJ sig] [Polish Mission Logo 2015_EMAIL] JJ Przewozniak The Polish Mission of the Orchard Lake Schools Polish-American Art and Cultural Research Foundation 3535 Commerce Rd. Orchard Lake, Michigan 48324 (248) 738-6720 - office jjprzewozniak(a)orchardlakeschools.com<mailto:mchumiecki@orchardlakeschools.com> www.polishmission.com<http://www.polishmission.com/> Caryn Noel Library Director Adam Cardinal Maida Alumni Library 248-706-4212 (phone) 248-683-0526 (fax) cnoel(a)sscms.edu http://www.orchardlakelibrary.com/

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Social Capital Initiative Oct 20 for Southeast MI
by Mary J 03 Sep '15

03 Sep '15

Hi, Libraries may be interested in joining this coalition to: - keep our customers informed about the latest programs and information in their communities - show other organization how library resources can support local programs - inform agencies in our communities about how the library can be helpful in promoting local programs Mary Jo Vortkamp Franklin Branch of the Detroit Public Library ------------------------------ *From: *"Amy.Smolski" <Amy.Smolski(a)mccmh.net> *To: *micommonwealth(a)googlegroups.com, macombresources(a)googlegroups.com, "wayne-county-r." <wayne-county-resource-champions(a)googlegroups.com>, "Debra Hendren" <DHendren(a)chninc.net> *Sent: *Wednesday, September 2, 2015 10:12:09 AM *Subject: *Fwd: Social Capital Initiative Good morning. We had a productive *Building Community Social Connections* event on June 23. Below we are sharing the summary snap shot of the information gathered at the event. The Social Capital Initiative group is using these results to creatively and collectively move forward. A majority of evaluations identified that professional networking was a priority in the efforts to connect the people they serve with resources. The next step in our efforts to expand social connections throughout the Metro region will take place on October 20, 2015 at MORC Clinton Twp. *(Flyer attached)* It is exciting that we will continue to network to: - expand social connections, - find solutions to overcome the barriers that inhibit community engagement, - disseminate information of opportunities for engagement and belonging, and - champion opportunities for people to develop inter-dependence, accomplishment, positive roles and positive relationships. We look forward to seeing you at the next Social Capital Initiative Event! Warmly, The Social Capital Initiative Group "Social capital is about the value of social networks, bonding similar people and bridging between diverse people, with norms of reciprocity.” (Adler and Kwon 2002) -- Amy Smolski Macomb County Community Mental Health Commonwealth Administrator amy.smolski(a)mccmh.net 586.954.9817 www.micommonwealth.com <http://www.micommonwealth.com> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Wayne County Resource Champions" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to wayne-county-resource-champions+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to wayne-county-resource-champions(a)googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/wayne-county-resource-champions/55E703B9.… <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/wayne-county-resource-champions/55E703B9.…> . For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Mary Jo Vortkamp Manager/Children's Librarian Franklin Branch of the Detroit Public Library 13651 E. McNichols Detroit, MI 48205 313-481-1741 Hours: M, W, S 10-6 T & Th 12-8 -- Mary Jo

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