January 2016 - Michlib-l

More Books Free to a Good Home
by Stanczak, Cindy 07 Jan '16

07 Jan '16

Hello all! Albion's back with an updated list of books available free to good homes! We're halfway through the boxes we've received, so at least one more list is coming out soon. Please respond with your name, library, and MelCat code (zv code). Cynthia Stanczak Library Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 (517) 629-3993 Albion District Library: Transforming Minds, Changing Lives. Online at www.albionlibrary.org, or find us on Facebook!

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Closes this Sunday, Jan. 10! Library Director position, Marion Public Library, IA
by Jobeth Bradbury 07 Jan '16

07 Jan '16

Library Director-Marion (IA) Public Library Inspire and build for the future as Marion Public Library <http://www.marionpubliclibrary.org/> 's next Library Director. The Board of Trustees of the Marion Public Library wants a leader to contribute to building and sustaining Marion as a creative city that attracts and nurtures talented people, mobilizes ideas, stimulates innovation, and encourages diversity. Working with the City of Marion, the Library is a center of cultural vitality enhancing the quality of life through library services for all Marion residents. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop a new Strategic Plan and continue to move forward with the Library's innovative mixed-use building project-Inspire-Building Marion's Future-initiated during the 2008 City's Imagine8 visioning project. The proposed new Library will go from 24,000 square feet to 48,000 square feet and allow for the development and implementation of additional library programs and services. The Marion Public Library staff (20FTE) circulated 808,000+ items in 2014 to its 34,000+ residents and borrowers in the Metro Library Network (Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha, and Marion). The $1.7mil annual operating budget is funded primarily through a City appropriation with additional financial support from the Friends of the Library and the Library Foundation. The Marion Public Library is a community gathering place that offers everyone easy access to information, recreation, and cultural resources. The City of Marion's 36,774 population makes it the second largest city in the Cedar Rapids metro area and one of the fastest growing communities in Iowa. Marion was recently recognized at the "20th Best Small City in America" by WalletHub, a website helping consumers and small-business owners make financial decisions. Marion residents take pride in their exceptional schools, eclectic array of cultural and entertainment offerings (Uptown Marion has been recognized as a Cultural and Entertainment District), sixteen beautiful city parks, a mix of small and large businesses and a participant in the Blue Zones Project since 2013. Events throughout the year (Marion Arts Festival, Swamp Fox Festival, concerts in the parks) attract thousands of families. Marion, a Main Street Community, offers the comfort and security of a small community with convenient opportunities of a large city. Marion is continuing its tradition of forward-looking growth, building upon its past to offer its citizens wide ranging opportunities. For more information on Marion and the area, visit Marion Links <http://www.gossagesager.com/marionlinks.htm> . Responsibilities. The Director of the Marion Public Library reports to a nine-member Library Board of Trustees-appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by City Council-and partners with city officials to achieve the Library's mission, goals and objectives within the context of community needs and priorities. For a complete description of responsibilities, see the full Position Description <http://www.gossagesager.com/marionjobdesc.pdf> . Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include master's degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program and a minimum of five years progressively responsible public library experience including at least three years in a supervisory and/or administrative position. Preferred qualifications include experience reporting to a governing board, working within a municipal environment, and working with library building/renovation projects. Compensation. The hiring salary range is $86,000-$106,000 with a competitive benefits package. For further information, or to apply, contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> . Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and resume as Word or PDF attachments to Jobeth Bradbury <mailto:jobethbradbury@gossagesager.com> . The closing date for this position is January 10, 2016. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for <http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=111489311 6172&sit=xckjbseib&f=15a6803e-8d83-46e6-8d14-545a610c8414> our newsletter to get the latest updates! --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

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lot of Edinburgh Review hardcover volumes - free
by Goupil,Heather 07 Jan '16

07 Jan '16

Hi all, CADL has 17 boxes of hardcover Edinburgh Review volumes dating from the 1800s, free for pick up. Boxes are sealed, no information available on volume range - there are approximately 15 volumes per box, 17 boxes total. Example copy picture attached: Ediburgh Review, July 1891 - October 1891, Vol. CLXXIV Items must be picked up at our Downtown Lansing location. Please contact me off list with questions or to check availability/arrange pick up times. Thank you and have a great day, Heather Heather Goupil, Purchasing Assistant Capital Area District Libraries - Administration 401 S. Capitol Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933 517-334-1531 | goupilh(a)cadl.org<mailto:goupilh@cadl.org> www.cadl.org<http://www.cadl.org/>

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Registration Opens for 2016 Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference in Sterling Heights March 11-12
by HSM Web 07 Jan '16

07 Jan '16

Registration is now open for the 58th annual Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference! March 11-12, 2016 . Sterling Heights, Michigan <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Michigan-in-Perspectiv e-online.pdf> <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Michigan-in-Perspectiv e-online.pdf> Click here to download the flyer for more information and session descriptions. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/local-history-conference/registration /> Go to online registration. Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference is held annually in the Wayne/Oakland/ Macomb tri-county area and is open to anyone interested in state or regional history. The largest of our three conferences, this year's conference offers. . Four keynotes o Reflections on Representing Michigan With Former U.S. Senator Carl Levin o Forged by Fire: Detroit's Riots and Rebellions and How Chaos Created a Community With Jamon Jordan o A Family's Story: Asian-American Immigrants 1965 - Present With Theresa Q. Tran o Natural and Cultural Resources: A Marriage Made in Michigan With Sandra S. Clark . Twenty-five "breakout" sessions that address local and statewide history. . Nearly 50 exhibitors/vendors for attendees to visit. . Friday Reception featuring the Dodworth Saxhorn Band. . Two days full of "meet and greets," refreshments, and optional meals. . Saturday Gala: Echoes of Yesteryear: A Cavalcade of Characters >From Michigan's Past _____ _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our state's oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan's rich history. _____ For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Michigan-in-Perspectiv e-online.pdf> Click here to download the flyer for more information and session descriptions. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/local-history-conference/registration /> Go to online registration. Come to hear these great sessions and more! Airwaves of Memories With Fred "Boogie" Brian and Bob Hynes The Ghosts of Politics Past: Michigan's Importance in Presidential Politics With Chuck Stokes Another Round for the "Great Beer State" With Scott Graham The Mighty Mac With Robert J. Sweeney Thanksgiving Day Magic on Woodward Avenue With Romie Minor Entering the Ranks: African Americans in the U.S. Marine Corps With Eugene Owens Midnight Women: Female Freedom Fighters With Oyatunde Amakisi Floating Palaces of the Great Lakes With Joel Stone Architectural Oases: Yamasaki in Detroit With John Gallagher Trolleying Along Detroit's Street Railways With Michael Jackman and Kenneth E. Schramm A Circle Not Yet Complete: The Changing Face of Native Education in Michigan With Eric Hemenway Has the Mystery of the Edmund Fitzgerald Faded? With John R. Beck Rose Capital of the United States With Lynn Anderson >From Texas to the Thumb With John Espinoza This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our state's history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with "remove" in the subject line.

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New Documents for December, 2015
by Sarjeant, Bruce C 07 Jan '16

07 Jan '16

Good Morning A list of new documents has been posted to the GODORT of Michigan wiki. Of note for December: World Military Expenditures and Arms Transfers 2015: Introduction and Overview. College Sports-Related Injuries - United States, 2009-10 Through 2013-14 Academic Years. Michigan Tribal colleges and more. Microbead-free Waters Act of 2015: report (to accompany H.R. 1321) (including cost estimate of the Congressional Budget Office). Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol, Marijuana, and Alcohol and Marijuana Combined Among Persons Aged 16-25 Years - United States, 2002-2014. New Tool Can Determine the Sources of Mercury Found in the Great Lakes Parent's guide to childhood immunizations. http://godortmi.pbworks.com/w/page/104045395/December%202015%20New%20Docume… Bruce Sarjeant Reference, Documents & Maps Librarian Lydia M. Olson Library Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave Marquette, MI 49855 bsarjean(a)nmu.edu 906-227-1580

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Past Perfect Software
by Messing, Lizbeth 07 Jan '16

07 Jan '16

Munson Medical Center is using Past Perfect to digitize archival material related to the hospital's history. We are not using the internet accessible aspect at this time. Our collection is primarily documents, but this allows the documents to be accessed without physical contact with the papers, etc. It has a relatively intuitive format which is easily adapted to by anyone with experience in library cataloging. Our local Traverse City History Center also uses this program and has been able to make them accessible to the public. The affordability factor is another positive with Past Perfect. Lizbeth Messing Sr. Information Research Specialist Knowledge Management Services Department of Library Services Munson Medical Center 1105 Sixth Street Traverse City, MI 49684 Voice 231- 935-6612 Fax 231-935-7124 lmessing(a)mhc.net

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16 Free Entrance Days in '16 in the National Parks
by Jim Flury 07 Jan '16

07 Jan '16

All, In celebration of the National Park Service's 100 year anniversary in 2016, NPS has designated 16 days in '16 as entrance fee-free days. http://www.nps.gov/findapark/feefreeparks.htm There are a total of 409 national parks, 127 of which charge an entrance fee. The entrance fee for these 127 NPS parks will be waived on the 16 designated days in '16. http://www.nps.gov/findapark/feefreeparksbystate.htm This sounds somewhat similar to a Michigan-based program with which you might be familiar. I wonder if there is any possible symmetry here? Hmm... Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100 x133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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Available books
by Tanya Procknow 06 Jan '16

06 Jan '16

We have a set titled "Current Biography" Our set is Years 1940 - 2005. Missing are 48,53,67,68. If anyone can use them, send us your Rides info. [image: Inline image 1] Tanya R. Procknow Mackinaw Area Public Library Youth Librarian (231)436-5451

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Gov. Snyder Signs SB 571 into Law
by Laura Covey 06 Jan '16

06 Jan '16

Today, Governor Snyder signed into law SB 571, the legislation barring libraries, school districts and local governments from spending public funds on TV ads, mailers or phone messages about local ballots proposals 60 days before an election. However, a clean-up bill is currently being hashed out that would address that portion of the bill. MLA remains highly engaged as the clarification language is crafted for the new bill. Libraries voices were heard. Thank you for your participation and engagement. Watch the MLA website and communications for updates. It has been reported that some legislators who voted for the bill later voiced opposition saying they were unaware of the implications of some of the changes made when the original 12 page bill morphed to 53 pages in the final minutes of the 2015 legislative session. To recap, SB 571 is an attack on free and equal access to information and creates criminal and civil penalties for libraries and boards concerning sharing of factual information about their elections within 60 days of Election Day. The language blocks access to unbiased, objective communication and dissemination of information - the very definition of a library's purpose. When SB 571 was passed in late December, MLA acted immediately by issuing an advocacy alert that resulted in 800 concerned Michigan citizens contacting Gov. Synder by phone or email asking him to veto the bill. John Chrastka from EveryLibrary<http://everylibrary.org/>, a national nonprofit dedicated exclusively to political action at a local level to protect public funding for libraries of all types, joined the fight and provided the governor's office with petitions carrying 6,000 signatures. MLA delivered a letter to the governor and garnered national media attention with a press release and interviews. Everylibraries' social media campaign took hold and tweets and facebook posts peppered the internet calling for a veto of what was being called a "gag order" on librarians and other local officials. Kind regards, Laura Covey Director of Membership, Communications and Marketing Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 517-394-2774 ext. 225 Fax 517-394-2675 lcovey(a)milibraries.org<mailto:lcovey@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<http://www.milibraries.org/> [Web Icon resized]

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Books for give-away
by Denise Engel 06 Jan '16

06 Jan '16

Hi, I have 2 copies of "The Woman Who Lost Her Soul" by Bob Shacochis and 7 copies of "The Lowland" by Jhumpa Lahiri to give away. If you send me your RIDES code, I'll put them in transit to you. Denise Engel, Director Wakefield Public Library 401 Hancock Street Wakefield, MI 49968 906-229-5236 906-229-5974 (Fax) dengel(a)uproc.lib.mi.us RIDES ZV-340

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