November 2016 - Michlib-l

Is Your Library Working on QSAC?
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 22 Nov '16

22 Nov '16

Greetings! A new revision of the Quality Services Audit Checklist (QSAC) will be implemented for 2017. If your library is currently working on QSAC certification, we will accept applications using the 2013 (current) version until December 31, 2016. For more information on QSAC, please visit http://michigan.gov/qsac. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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Maggie Stiefvater to visit Battle Creek
by Kristine Pioch 22 Nov '16

22 Nov '16

Willard Library in Battle Creek presents "An Evening With Maggie Stiefvater" at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, at the Miller Stone Building, 77 Capital Ave. NE. New York Times b est-selling a uthor Maggie Stiefvater has written *The Shiver Trilogy, The Raven Cycle,* and her newest book, *The Raven King.* The popular young adult author received the 2012 Michael L. Printz Honor for *The Scorpio Races. *You won't want to miss the chance to hear from this car-racing, bagpipe-playing, goat-owning Rock Star of the Young Adult world! Her books will be for sale, and she will be signing them. --- Kristine Pioch | Public Relations Librarian Willard Library 7 W. Van Buren St. | Battle Creek, MI 49017 269-968-8166, ext. 542

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Teen Summer Reading 2017 Webinar
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 22 Nov '16

22 Nov '16

Are you planning creative, fun, and educational programs for your 2017 teen summer library program? This webinar, presented by Michelle Beebower and Nichole Chagnon of the Austin Public Library, that will introduce programs and activities in the 2017 Collaborative Summer Library Program Teen manual that will inspire unforgettable summer library programs for teens in your community! Join us on Thursday, Jan 05, 2017; 2:00 PM EST. Click here<http://www.tsl.texas.gov/ld/workshops/webinars/index.html> to register for the webinar. This webinar will be recorded and archived for later viewing. Thank you to the Texas State Library for organizing this webinar - you will be participating with YA librarians across the country. Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Statewide Library Services Library of Michigan 517-335-8129 517-373-5700 f LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> Help us acknowledge and celebrate the great work of Michigan educators! Go to: www.michigan.gov/proudMIeducator<http://www.michigan.gov/proudMIeducator> today. [cid:image002.png@01D20444.B08921B0]

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Book on CD missing in transit
by Trixie L. McMeeking 22 Nov '16

22 Nov '16

Good afternoon, The following book on CD was returened to Monroe (Frenchtown) in August and has not made it back to them yet. Please check to see if this item is somehow wandering around out in delivery land. Loc/Call# : Frenchtown Books on CD AD Karon Title : A light in the window $142.00 Barcode : 35001433232789 Thank you! Trixie L. McMeeking, Director Homer Public Library 141 W. Main St. Homer, MI 49245 517-568-3450 Fax 517-568-4021 hpl(a)wowway.biz homerpl.michlibrary.org

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Program Invitation: Mastering Media With UR Teen & Tween Patrons
by Kate Pohjola Andrade 22 Nov '16

22 Nov '16

** If you previously registered for this workshop, please register again. The website had some issues and registrations received last week have been lost to the ether. You will NOT be charged twice! ** When you see the words STEM or STEAM, do you think of flowers and a teapot? If so, please join us for Mastering Media With UR Teen & Tween Patrons This workshop will show you how to integrate STEAM into your teen and tween programs. You’ll see a media lab inside a library and learn about portable media and maker kits. You will hear how two different libraries created their media/maker labs and learn how you can create similar tools that fit your budget. *Featured Speakers* Kristin Ballew, Calvin Battles, and Anna Merritt from the Jackson District Library and Craig Buno from the Kent District Library Jackson District Library’s Meijer Branch 2699 Airport Rd, Jackson, MI 49202 *Wednesday, November 30, 2016* *1:30pm to 4:30 pm* Input and feedback from this workshop will help Woodlands Library Cooperative with the creation and implementation of portable media and maker kits to use with patrons in libraries WLC Members: $10.00 Non-Members: $20.00 Register Online at http://woodlands.lib.mi.us/calendar/workshops/ This workshop is provided by the Woodlands Library Cooperative Children’s & Teen Services Committee. kate -- Kate Pohjola Andrade, Director Woodlands Library Cooperative 517-629-9469 586-801-0725 - cell/text http://woodlands.lib.mi.us

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Fax Policies
by Patricia Braden 22 Nov '16

22 Nov '16

Hi all, We are considering accepting incoming faxes for patrons and are looking for feedback. If you accept incoming faxes at your library could you please provide your policy? Thanks! Patty 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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Community Engagement Roundtable coming up Dec. 1!
by Jan Davidson 22 Nov '16

22 Nov '16

MCLS is committed to supporting the community engagement efforts of libraries in Indiana and Michigan. We have upcoming community engagement roundtable discussions scheduled in both states. These discussions are free and open to anyone with an interest. Join us for the opportunity to support one another in your community engagement efforts. December 1 Location: Bristol Public Library, 505 W Vistula St, Bristol, IN 46507 Note: Bristol is conveniently located near the state line, and Michigan library staff are welcome! Time: 10am to noon Eastern Credit: 2 general LEUs for Indiana staff Register>><http://goo.gl/forms/3Q1aHVBJ9JsYzm4o2> March 9 Location: Fayette County Public Library, 828 Grand Avenue, Connersville, IN 47331 Time: 10am to noon Eastern Credit: 2 general LEUs for Indiana staff Register>><https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfr1DIIy0FzWofJmGLhUqYVSDsnYw9jE-r…> March 9 Location: Salem-South Lyon District Library, 9800 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon, MI 48178 Time: 10am to noon Eastern Register>><https://goo.gl/forms/kvN5iaF4o7dfOyXB3> ********************** Jan Davidson Administrative Assistant, Member Engagement Midwest Collaborative for Library Services Phone: 517-492-3811 / toll-free 800-530-9019 x111 davidsonj(a)mcls.org<mailto:davidsonj@mcls.org> www.mcls.org<http://www.mcls.org/> Check out the MCLS Training Calendar at: mcls.org/calendar<http://mcls.org/calendar> Like us on Facebook for the latest MCLS news: facebook.com/<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org>mcls.org<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> Follow us on Twitter: @mclsorg

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Library Services & Technology Act (LSTA) survey results
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 22 Nov '16

22 Nov '16

Thank you to all who participated in and promoted the Library of Michigan LSTA surveys this summer. We appreciate the time and insights shared as we look to improve the services provided through LSTA funding. You can find the reports for the phone survey of Michigan residents, the online survey of library staff and the online survey of library patrons at www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> in the Resources & Research section. The survey reports compare back to the previous surveys as well as look at the current results. If you have questions about the content, please feel free to contact me.

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Posting board packets on website
by Nannette Miller 21 Nov '16

21 Nov '16

Hi, We are a Class II library so I am mainly interested in what smaller libraries do regarding board packets. Do you post the entire thing on your website? Or do you get them to board members in another way? If you post them are there any guidelines about how far in advance they need to be posted? I was told it had to be a week before the meeting, but that came from a group that said we violated the OMA because we didn't post notice of a special meeting on a telephone pole, so... Thanks as always! Nannette -- Nannette Miller | Director Elk Rapids District Library 231.264.9979 | erlib.director(a)gmail.com | elkrapidslibrary.org

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Allegan District Library Member Services Associate
by Devin Erlandson 21 Nov '16

21 Nov '16

*Job Description:* The Allegan District Library is looking for two outgoing, self-motivated and detail oriented individuals to become part of our dynamic team. The successful candidates will provide front line customer service at our main service desk. Essential job duties include: - Ensuring an exemplary library experience by greeting, assisting, instructing and promoting library services to members in a positive and pleasant manner. - Using the library’s automated circulation system to circulate materials to library members including checking materials in and out, processing holds, and registering borrowers, collecting fines and fees and processing lost/paid items per set procedures. - Answering telephone inquiries and providing general member assistance. - Providing technological assistance to library members including assisting with printing, scanning, faxing, email, and internet searching. - Performing essential daily operations including opening and closing of circulation desk and building, counting money, emptying the book drop and shelving library materials when needed. - Detailed Job Duties can be found at www.alleganlibrary.org. *Job Requirements:* A high school diploma and two years of library and or customer service related work experience. *Full/Part Time & Hours:* Part Time 18 hours per week includes some nights and weekends. *Salary:* $9.00 per hour *How to apply*: Please submit a cover letter and resume to Ryan Deery at rdeery(a)alleganlibrary.org. Only electronic submissions will be accepted. *Deadline:* Open until filled with applications received prior to December 12th given preference. -- Devin Erlandson, MLIS Assistant Director Allegan District Library 269-673-4625 alleganlibrary.org

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