January 2016 - Michlib-l

Hands-on Science Exhibit Comes to Ypsilanti District Library
by Kristel Sexton 09 Jan '16

09 Jan '16

YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY (YDL) HOSTS "DISCOVER TECH: ENGINEERS MAKE A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE" TRAVELING EXHIBITION WHAT YDL will host Discover Tech: Engineers Make a World of Difference, a national traveling exhibition exploring how technology and engineering contribute to solving national and global problems. Discover Tech covers topics such as the creative and collaborative design process of engineering and how 21st-century technology (both high- and low-tech) contributes to engineering advances. WHEN The exhibition will be displayed from January 9 to March 30, 2016. For a calendar of related programs, visit http://ypsilibrary.org/events. YDL is open Monday - Thursday 9 am - 9 pm, Friday & Saturday 10 am - 6 pm, and Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm. WHERE Ypsilanti District Library 5577 Whittaker Rd. Ypsilanti, MI 48197 WHY Getting people interested in science can be a challenge, but Discover Tech: Engineers Make a World of Difference strives to make it fun with hands-on, multimedia activities. The library will also offer a related series of public events to bring STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) programming to children, teens and adults in our community. WHO Discover Tech: Engineers Make a World of Difference was developed by Space Science Institute's National Center for Interactive Learning (NCIL) in partnership with the American Library Association's Public Programs Office, the Lunar and Planetary Institute and the Afterschool Alliance. This project was made possible through support from the National Science Foundation. CONTACT Kristel Sexton, Youth Librarian, for more information. ksexton(a)ypsilibrary.org<mailto:ksexton@ypsilibrary.org> or 734.482.4410, EXT 1340. Book your class for a tour today!

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Last Days To Submit a "Cool Things" Proposal for Spring Institute
by Jocelyn Baldwin Levin 08 Jan '16

08 Jan '16

*Please forgive my reposting - I want to give everyone a little reminder! We will accept submissions until midnight, NEXT WEDNESDAY, January 13th!* I know all of you awesome Michigan librarians have great things to share with other librarians from across the state. The Michigan Library Association Spring Institute Work Group would LOVE to hear about what you have to share! We're accepting *"Cool Things My Library Does" *proposals now! "Cool Things My Library Does" is a BRAND NEW option -* think of it like a strolling poster session show-and-tell with props.* Maybe you have a great way to organize all those storytime puppets and supplies that you think other libraries could implement. Or you have a super cool circulating collection that is unusual and successful. PLEASE submit a proposal to share your great ideas during an informal reception at SI. Email me with ANY questions: jmb.mlis(a)gmail.com ***Submission form* *https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1M40mTUHOz9pAipBiVQMUPgbrMVHaKPoj42TtfyHZuEg/viewform?usp=send_form* <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1M40mTUHOz9pAipBiVQMUPgbrMVHaKPoj42TtfyHZuE…> *CALL FOR PROPOSALS* *MLA Spring Institute: Growing, Networking, and Inspiring!* April 14 – 15, 2016 Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center, East Lansing, Michigan The 2016 MLA Spring Institute Conference theme is *Growing, Networking, and Inspiring,* and those are exactly the experiences that the event will focus on. All topics are welcome to be proposed. Examples could be, but not limited to: technology, SRP, early lit, programming, collections, and management. The conference will work to achieve the following goals and outcomes through its programs: ● *Provide quality professional development for those serving youth (ages 0 – 18) in libraries.* ○ Attendees will gain at least three ideas that they can apply or adapt at their libraries. ● *Enable an opportunity for those serving youth (ages 0 – 18) in libraries to exchange relevant, actionable knowledge through networking.* ○ Attendees will connect with new professional contacts with whom they can exchange ideas. ○ Attendees will build professional relationships that will provide future support. ● *Revitalize and inspire those serving youth (ages 0 – 18) in libraries.* ○ Attendees will return to their library with renewed enthusiasm for their work. *NEW: Call for Cool Things My Library Does Proposals* *Submissions welcome through Monday, January 11, 2016* Do you have a great project you’ve implemented at your library, but don’t think the information would fill a whole breakout session time slot? Would you like to share your unique programming ideas with your peers? Have you or your library done something so great, you have to share it with the world? Please submit a proposal for “Cool Things My Library Does”, a new networking event at Spring Institute. This quick engaging presentation session will give you an opportunity to showcase your brilliance in a comfortable small group discussion format. Think of it like a strolling poster session show and tell with props. Topic examples might be unique collections, outreach programs, engaging services or distinctive displays. *General Guidelines* ● Presenters are not reimbursed or compensated for session time, mileage, or any other such item. ● Presenters must register for the day(s) they attend Spring Institute if they intend to stay beyond their allotted presentation time. *Program Handouts * ● Handouts may be posted to the MLA website before the conference. Call for handouts will be on April 4, 2016. ● Printed handouts will not be reproduced by MLA for the conference. Presenters may provide handouts themselves if desired. *Timeline (on or before)* ● January 1 3 , 2016—*Final day* to submit *Cool Things My Library Does* proposals ● January 20, 2016—*Selection notifications* emailed from MLA to presenters ● April 4, 2016—*Handouts received* for posting on MLA website ● April 14-15, 2016—*Spring Institute Conference*, Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center, East Lansing, MI *Questions* Please feel free to contact the work group chair (Jocelyn Levin at jmb.mlis(a)gmail.com) with any questions you may have prior to your submission. ** *Submission form* *https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1M40mTUHOz9pAipBiVQMUPgbrMVHaKPoj42TtfyHZuEg/viewform?usp=send_form* <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1M40mTUHOz9pAipBiVQMUPgbrMVHaKPoj42TtfyHZuE…> Jocelyn (Baldwin) Levin, MLIS Chairperson, MLA Spring Institute Work Group Youth Services Librarian Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 jmb.mlis(a)gmail.com

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Non-Resident fees
by Sylvia Merz 08 Jan '16

08 Jan '16

Those who charge non-resident fees, would you please what method you use to determine this. Our Township Board is urging us to charge usage fees for the non-residents to use any of our services, even the public computers so I am charged with identifying everyone who walks in the door. Hope you can help. Thanks. Sylvia Merz, Director Leland Township Library 203 E. Cedar St., P.O. Box 736 Leland, MI 49654-0736 PH: 231-256-9152 FAX: 231-256-8847 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday - 10 to 5 Wednesday-10 to 6 Saturday-10 to 2 lelandlibrary.org cid:image001.jpg@01CE99C7.13A1DE40

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Howell Carnegie Library Librarian Posting
by McKee, Diane 08 Jan '16

08 Jan '16

The historic Howell Carnegie District Library has a full-time position available for an enthusiastic, creative and technology-savvy librarian with excellent customer service skills to join the Adult Services Team. We are looking for a self-motivated individual who is skilled at readers' advisory and comfortable with teaching patrons to use a broad array of computer software and mobile devices. Check our website for more information http://www.howelllibrary.org/employment_opportunities.htm The Howell Carnegie District Library is an equal opportunity employer. Deadline February 1, 2016 Diane McKee Howell Carnegie Library 517-546-0720, ext. 114 www.howelllibrary.org<http://www.howelllibrary.org>

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Harassment outside of library property
by Andrea Estelle 08 Jan '16

08 Jan '16

Hi All - Here's a weird question for this Friday afternoon- Does anyone have a policy in place to protect their library from harassment outside of library property? My example is - what if someone is filing multiple complaints against the library - written complaints to the library board, to the Civil Rights Dept. of Michigan, to local legislators, to the police department. Freedom of speech would make a policy like this difficult but multiple attacks from one person against the library outside of library walls to other local officials does feel like harassment towards the library. If you do have such a policy could you share it with me? Or if you have experience with an individual like this and could share with me, could you possibly call me sometime next week? Thanks! Andrea Andrea Estelle, MLIS Library Director Otsego District Library Brighten the Corner Where You Are Every Great Community Deserves a Great Library <http://www.otsegolibrary.org/> www.otsegolibrary.org

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Baldwin Public Library: Substitute Adult & Youth Services Librarian Job Postings
by Rebekah Craft 08 Jan '16

08 Jan '16

Good morning, The Baldwin Public Library has openings for multiple substitute librarians in our Adult Services and Youth Services departments. The job postings are available on Baldwin's employment webpage <http://www.baldwinlib.org/get-involved/employment> and are attached. I would like to encourage anyone who is interested to apply. The postings will be open until Monday, January 25, 2016. Thanks, Rebekah *--* *Rebekah Craft* *Associate Director* Baldwin Public Library 300 W. Merrill St. Birmingham, MI 48009 www.baldwinlib.org 248-554-4682

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Lisette's List - copies to giveaway
by Jess Hesselgrave 08 Jan '16

08 Jan '16

I have 15 extra copies of Lisette's List by Susan Vreeland to give away. I will send libraries individual copies, or you can claim multiples. I can send through RIDES or TLN Delivery. Please give me your RIDES number in your response. Please respond to all so people know how many have been claimed. Thanks! -- Jessica Hesselgrave Adult Services Librarian Salem-South Lyon District Library 9800 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon, MI 48178 Ph. 248-437-6431 x202 Fax 248-437-6593 jhesselgrave(a)ssldl.info <jhesselgrave(a)ssldl.info>

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Free MeL Databases webinar - College prep for teens - Jan 27, 3:30 PM ET
by David 08 Jan '16

08 Jan '16

Please join us January 27, at 3:30 PM for a brief, half hour, free webinar focusing on College prep for teens resources in mel.org<http://teens.mel.org/MeLCollegeBound>. Learn from practitioners in the field, Michigan library staff, how they are utilizing MeL resources to assist their patrons and strengthen their communities. Registration is free and open to all Michigan library staff. Read more and register for this webinar<http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI…>. http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI… Please share. Thank you. David David Votta Community Engagement Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Lansing, MI & Indianapolis, IN Phone: (800) 530-9019 ext 122 Phone: (517) 492-3822 Fax: (517) 492-3886 vottad(a)mcls.org<mailto:vottad@mcls.org> "If you're not confused, you're not paying attention." -Tom Peters

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Two Upcoming Programs at Warren Civic Center Library
by Jennifer Lund 08 Jan '16

08 Jan '16

Hi all - Taller Than they Appear Musical group, Taller Than They Appear, will perform a special program weaving original songs following the Michigan seasons. Themes also touch on Michigan's indigenous animals, conjuring in song a playful perspective on their habits and habitats. Join us for some beautiful music evocative of our wondrous state. All ages are welcome, but children must be accompanied by an adult. Warren Civic Center Library, Conference Room, Thursday, February 4, 2016 6:00 pm College Scholarships and Grants College costs continue to rise and individuals and families continue to wonder how they will manage. Are there scholarships and grants available? How do you get them? We will have an expert from the Michigan Department of Treasury with us to answer your questions. Warren Civic Center Library, Conference Room, Thursday, Feb. 11, 2016 6:00 pm Thank you for helping to promote our programs! Jennifer Lund Warren Public Library - Civic Center Branch One City Square, Suite 100 Warren, MI 48093-2396 (586) 751-0770

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MeL Minute - Military & Intelligence Database
by Borrelli, Eunice (MDE) 07 Jan '16

07 Jan '16

Hello everyone, Happy 2016! Back in October, 2015, MeL celebrated the new fiscal year and added some resources to the databases line-up. The Military and Intelligence Database Collection<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-gale.php?database=PPMI> was included. Have you had a chance to explore it yet? As one of the resources in the Gale Cengage family, all of the tools and features you've grown to appreciate are included - Topic Finder, Google integration, bookmarking, highlights, and more. In the collection you'll find access to scholarly and popular materials and reports covering military affairs, government policies, armed forces, and defense topics, among others. Search any of the world's current hot topics and you'll find current and historical information to inform your research. 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> 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 intriguing snapshots of our varied collections at http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan .

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