September 2015 - Michlib-l

Computer Classes
by Pamela Withrow 21 Sep '15

21 Sep '15

Hello Everyone, We are making preparations to offer basic computer classes this winter. Do you have a format, topics, handouts, worksheets, or notes that you've found helpful and would be willing to share with us? Thank you very much. Sincerely, Pamela Withrow Director Forsyth Township Public Library 180 W. Flint St. PO Box 1328 Gwinn, MI 49841 906-346-3433

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Re: [Michlib-l] It's Author Season at Kalamazoo Public Library!
by Shutta Crum 21 Sep '15

21 Sep '15

I've passed this info onto SCBWI folk in the state. We're excited! Thanks. Shutta *Shutta Crum* *www.shutta.com <http://www.shutta.com/>* *UH-OH! (Alfred A. Knopf)* *DOZENS OF COUSINS (Clarion, HMH)* *MINE! (Alfred A. Knopf)* *THOMAS AND THE DRAGON QUEEN (Alfred A. Knopf)* *32 Reviewers on How to Choose a Good Book <http://blog.shutta.com/2014/10/howtochooseagoodbook/>* On Wed, Sep 16, 2015 at 1:27 PM, Farrell Howe <FarrellH(a)kpl.gov> wrote: > Hunting for a good read? This fall, Kalamazoo Public Library is bringing > an unprecedented number of award-winning authors to Kalamazoo! > > > > Opening Author Season at KPL is Newbery Medal winner Katherine Applegate > <http://www.kpl.gov/authors/katherine-applegate.aspx>! Applegate will be > hosting a release event for her upcoming novel, *Crenshaw*. Applegate's > many books include her award-winning *The One and Only Ivan*, the *Roscoe > Riley Rules*chapter book series, the picture book *The Buffalo Storm*, > and the award-winning novel *Home of the Brave*. With her husband, > Michael Grant, she wrote the hugely popular series, *Animoprhs*, which > has sold more than 35 million copies worldwide. This event is co-sponsored > by Bookbug <http://www.bookbugkalamazoo.com/>. > > > > Join us on Tuesday, September 22, 7 pm at Central Library > <http://www.kpl.gov/central/>. Seating is limited and free tickets are > now available at Central Library. > > In keeping with an important theme of *Crenshaw*, this event will also be > a food drive, benefitting Loaves & Fishes. Attendees are encouraged to > bring nonperishable food donations. > > > > *Want more? Mark your calendar for...* > > - October 1, 5:00 pm, Powell Branch Library: *Greg Neri* > <http://www.kpl.gov/authors/greg-neri.aspx> > - October 7, 7:00 pm, Central Library: *Emily St. John Mandel* > <http://www.kpl.gov/authors/emily-st-john-mandel.aspx> > - October 15, 7:00 pm, Central Library: *Bonnie Jo Campbell* > <http://www.kpl.gov/authors/bonnie-jo-campbell.aspx> > - October 27, 6:30 pm, Central Library: *Fred Bueltmann "The > Beervangelist"* <http://www.kpl.gov/booktoberfest/beervangelist.aspx> > - November 5, 6:30 pm, Central Library: *Jacqueline Woodson* > <http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar/meet-the-author.aspx> > - November 6, 9 am - 3:30 pm, The Fetzer Center, WMU: *Jason Reynolds* > <http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar/> > - November 10, 5:30 pm, Powell Branch Library: *Yolanda Neals* > <http://www.kpl.gov/authors/yolanda-neals.aspx> > > > > We are excited to bring these outstanding authors to Kalamazoo, and we > hope you enjoy this fall's Author Season! > > > > *For more information, author headshots and book cover images, contact:* > > *Farrell Howe* > > Marketing & Communications Manager > > Kalamazoo Public Library > > 269-553-7879 | www.kpl.gov > > > > [image: cid:image002.jpg@01CDBD09.DBA0DB80] <http://www.kpl.gov/> > > > > _______________________________________________ > Michlib-l mailing list > Michlib-l(a)mcls.org > http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l > >

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Cirque Amongus next summer
by Nannette Miller 21 Sep '15

21 Sep '15

We want to book Cirque Amongus next July and would like to find another library or two who would like to partner for a better price. Either July 13 or 20 (Wednesdays), and it must be within a one hour drive of Elk Rapids. Thanks! -- Nannette Miller | Director Elk Rapids District Library 231.264.9979 | erlib.director(a)gmail.com | elkrapidslibrary.org

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Rochester is looking for hourly librarians
by Claire Lopiccolo 21 Sep '15

21 Sep '15

Rochester is looking for hourly librarians for both the youth and adult departments. Evening and weekend hours are preferred. See the posting here: http://www.rhpl.org/about/jobs/351-current-job-openings Applications are due, Monday, October 5th. Thanks!

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Lib. Asst. position at Romulus Public Library
by Patricia Braden 21 Sep '15

21 Sep '15

Join our dynamic team! The Romulus Public Library is seeking a part-time Library Assistant (20 hrs/wk). We offer a pleasant working environment and a great staff to work with. See attached job description. HOW TO APPLY: Submit a City of Romulus application and resume to the: 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 ACCEPTED 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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Metro Detroit Book & Author Society Fall Luncheon
by Tammy Turgeon 21 Sep '15

21 Sep '15

** Presents the 87^th Author Luncheon *Monday, October 19, 2015* Burton Manor 27777 Schoolcraft Road, Livonia, MI 48150 (Between Middlebelt & Inkster off I-96) *Ticket Sales Begin Tuesday, September 8^th Tickets $40^* Tickets are available *online* at www.bookandauthor.info <http://www.bookandauthor.info>, by *phone* at 586-685-5750 x102, or by mail using the form below. *Featured Authors:* *David Maraniss – Once In a Great City: A Detroit Story* /David Maraniss is a Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter who grew up in the Detroit area and, in some ways, never left. / /In his new book, “Once a Great City: A Detroit Story,” he draws a vivid portrait of the Motor City in the 1960’s / /when it was in the midst of a Golden Age, but beset by crime and racism was also “dying and thriving at the same time.”/ *Lily Tuck – The Double Life of Liliane* Lily Tuck is the author of five novels, including “Siam,” a PEN/Faulkner Award finalist, and “The News from Paraguay,” winner of the 2004 National Book Award.Her work has been translated in over a dozen languages.Her new novel, “The Double Life of Liliane,” is an intimate, rollicking portrait of a writer’s coming of age. *John Katzenbach – The Dead Student* John Katzenbach, a master of the modern psychological thriller, is an international bestselling author whose books include “The Traveler” and “Red 1-2-3.”His tense, penetrating 14^th novel, “The Dead Student,” follows a young man set on avenging the uncle who saved his life, no matter the consequences.** *Jason Gay – Little Victories: Perfect Rules for Imperfect Living* Jason Gay is a Wall Street Journal reporter and columnist who writes about everything from sports (which he loves but doesn’t take too seriously) to his “Rules” columns that provide untraditional (but useful) advice for everyday life.His new book is “Little Victories: Perfect Rules for Imperfect Living.”** *Bonnie Jo Campbell – Mothers Tell Your Daughters* Bonnie Jo Campbell is an award-winning novelist and short-story writer from Michigan.Her critically-acclaimed collection “American Salvage,” stories of people struggling to make sense of the 21^st century, was a 2009 National Book Award fiction finalist. Her new collection of stories is titled “Mothers Tell Your Daughters.”** Text Box: Book Sale Room opens at 11 a.m. *We are unable to honor special meal requests Luncheon Doors open at 11:45 a.m. Lunch is served at 12 p.m. For additional information, please visit our website at www.bookandauthor.info <http://www.bookandauthor.info> or call 586-685-5750 x102. -- Tammy Turgeon Director Sterling Heights Public Library 40255 Dodge Park Sterling Heights, MI 48313 586-446-2640 Director Suburban Library Cooperative 44750 Delco Blvd Sterling Heights, MI 48313 586-685-5750

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E-Rate Success Stories and E-Rate Training Dates
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 21 Sep '15

21 Sep '15

E-Rate Call for Success Stories The Technology Readiness Infrastructure Grant (TRIG) E-Rate Activity is searching for success stories. Specifically, we would like to know if E-Rate has helped your library go from low/no connectivity to being a connected space or having Wi-Fi. If you would like to share your story so it could possibly be highlighted by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and brought to the attention of the FCC Commissioner, please complete the Google form below. If you have questions please contact Ann-Marie Mapes at mapesa(a)michigan.gov<mailto:mapesa@michigan.gov> or 517-335-2775. To submit E-rate success stories click below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1bRpKR1WGGRIOo5fU2u6rg5VNGFYTg73L-GOvbPZ8Nx…<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f8ohdE67RGpovwzY3-ci6pZ6sXIW6ViyAB6YRt2rgzsy…> Upcoming Training: The E-Rate Activity will be hosting three duplicate applicant trainings this fall. The day will cover changes to E-Rate as a result of the Modernization Orders as well as filing strategies. If you are new to E-Rate, it is highly advised that you attend the "E-Rate Applicant Beginner Training," on October 22, 2015 at Winding Brook (Shepherd, MI), in addition to one of the three "E-Rate Applicant Training" dates. Prerequisites: Participants are required to watch the EPC Video Tutorials<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001mxisx1vqUuIJk4BnITKhs8zQf2F6xxCa9o_HfoCkpsZL…>. Participants are also expected to arrive to training with a user account in EPC. See USAC's website<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001mxisx1vqUuIJk4BnITKhs8zQf2F6xxCa9o_HfoCkpsZL…> for more information about account creation for authorized individuals. If you have an account, please log on to the portal to verify that your access has been set up. Note: Session will not cover the 471 in any detail as the 471 is not anticipated to be released until after these training sessions. If you have any questions about training, please contact TRIG E-Rate Activity Project Coordinator, Ann-Marie Mapes at 517-335-2775 or mapesa(a)michigan.gov<mailto:mapesa@michigan.gov>. E-Rate Applicant Beginner Training Registration: 10/22/15 Winding Brook (Shepherd): http://miemonline.gomiem.org/MIEM/Shared_Content/Events/Event_Display.aspx?…<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001mxisx1vqUuIJk4BnITKhs8zQf2F6xxCa9o_HfoCkpsZL…> E-Rate Applicant Training Registration: 11/3/15 Wayne RESA: http://miemonline.gomiem.org/MIEM/Shared_Content/Events/Event_Display.aspx?…<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001mxisx1vqUuIJk4BnITKhs8zQf2F6xxCa9o_HfoCkpsZL…> 11/18/15 Kent ISD: http://miemonline.gomiem.org/MIEM/Shared_Content/Events/Event_Display.aspx?…<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001mxisx1vqUuIJk4BnITKhs8zQf2F6xxCa9o_HfoCkpsZL…> 11/19/15 Winding Brook (Shepherd) - remote connection possible via ITV: http://miemonline.gomiem.org/MIEM/Shared_Content/Events/Event_Display.aspx?…<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001mxisx1vqUuIJk4BnITKhs8zQf2F6xxCa9o_HfoCkpsZL…> Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-4457 Fax: 517-373-5700 Check out the curated content on the LM homepage including state and national CE offerings, LM events, stats reports, headlines from around the library world and research help from LM librarians at http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/> Customer Service is a priority at the Michigan Department of Education - helping Michigan schools, families, and communities improve the achievement and well-being of ALL our children. [http://inside.michigan.gov/mde/docs/Docs%20and%20Templates/MDE%20-%20Color%…]

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please post this employment opportunity
by Nicolette Sosulski 18 Sep '15

18 Sep '15

Nicolette Warisse Sosulski, MLIS Business Librarian Portage District Library nsosulski(a)portagelibrary.info<mailto:nsosulski@portagelibrary.info> 269 585 8714 269 873 3397 (cell)

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Free books from the Library of Michigan revisited
by Bartlett, Bernadette (MDE) 17 Sep '15

17 Sep '15

Hello - we still have many items available free to good (or any!) homes. I have condensed the lists and added a column reflecting whether the work is fiction v non-fiction (f or nf) and a column briefly describing the subject of the work. Before you point and snicker, I did not use LC subject headings, I just made my own based on the description on the back of the book, and sometimes I let the title/subtitle speak for itself. I tried to be consistent, so sort the list on the column that works best for you. The terms of the offer still stand as written below, and please feel free to share this message with other groups or listservs. If you cannot view the attachments, just email me and I will send them directly to you. Thanks! Bernadette Michigan Documents Librarian Library of Michigan 517-373-2971 bartlettb(a)michigan.gov ************************************************************************************************************ Content and condition These materials contain new and used works of fiction and non-fiction as well as some legal texts and state government documents. Most have Michigan content, but there is a variety. Some materials are duplicate copies received from state government agencies and other libraries, or withdrawn from our own collections, but the bulk are extra copies of books submitted to the Michigan Notable Books program over the last several years. These materials are both hard and softcover, generally in good or like-new condition, but older materials will show wear. Items from the 19th century may need rebinding or repair, but contents are complete. How to request The material is available by request (email) as well as available for browsing here at LM. You are welcome (strongly encouraged!) to schedule a time to select and claim materials on-site from 8am-5pm, Mon.-Fri. Email bartlettb(a)michigan.gov<mailto:bartlettb@michigan.gov> if you want to schedule a visit. Email requests for delivery of specific titles are handled on a first-come basis by date and time and some or all of the materials you request may no longer be available at the point we receive your email. Only requests for which we can supply NO materials will receive an email response. Shipping The Library of Michigan has limited funding for shipping. We will ship free for materials costing up to $20.00 per institution until/unless the funding is exhausted. If your request will cost more than $20.00 to ship, we will contact you to arrange reimbursement or pick-up. We cannot send materials via MeLDelivery, nor do we accept postage reimbursement. Materials will only be shipped via UPS or Interdepartmental mail (for state government only). *Again, we strongly encourage on-site browsing and pick-up if at all possible.* Email requests must include the title as noted on the spreadsheet(s), a delivery address (street address only, no p.o. box), contact name, phone number and email address. Emails should be directed to bartlettb(a)michigan.gov<mailto:bartlettb@michigan.gov> Deadline If you are interested in any of these materials, please respond to this email no later than September 1, 2015. Materials will be shipped as soon as time and resources allow.

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Presentation recommendation
by Jennifer Hassell 17 Sep '15

17 Sep '15

Drew Lathin, the owner/founder of Creatin Sustainable Landscapes, did a presentation on sustainable landscaping (surprise, surprise) at our downtown branch this past May. We had an amazing turnout - 70 people! Not only was he down to earth and knowledgable but the topic is really on people's radar these days. I believe he charged $125 but don't quote me on that. As you look ahead to spring programming consider adding either his Native Plants or Rain Gardens talk to your calendar (or both!). http://www.creatingsustainablelandscapes.com/ Jen Hassell Adult Services Librarian Farmington Community Library

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