December 2016 - Michlib-l

FW: Help Us Compile Mock Election Results on the ALSC Blog
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 21 Dec '16

21 Dec '16

Did your library hold a mock election for books this year? If so, please see the note below from ALSC and submit your book election results for their blog. 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] From: alsc-l-request(a)lists.ala.org [mailto:alsc-l-request@lists.ala.org] On Behalf Of ALSC Blog Sent: Tuesday, December 20, 2016 11:06 PM To: alsc-l(a)lists.ala.org; pubyac(a)lists.lis.illinois.edu Subject: [alsc-l] Help Us Compile Mock Election Results on the ALSC Blog Every year libraries and schools around North America offer Mock Election programs in preparation for the annual Youth Media Awards<http://www.ala.org/news/mediapresscenter/presskits/ymapk>. These discussions are a great opportunity for children’s literature aficionados to gather and discuss a topic they love, and to learn more about some of the outstanding books published for youth in the past year. We are developing a page on the ALSC Blog with as many of the results from this year's Mock Elections as we can find. Check it out here<http://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2017-mock-elections/>. (You can also find this tab on the homepage of the ALSC Blog<http://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/>.) So far, we have results from: * Cuyahoga County Public Library in Ohio * Dayton Metro Library in Ohio * Takoma Park Library in Maryland * Suffolk Cooperative Library System in New York * Wright State University in Ohio If you are a library, school, bookstore, discussion group, blog, MLIS class, or other group of interested readers, we'd love to include the results of your mock election of young people's literature. Send off the names of your mock winner and honor titles using the form at the bottom of the Mock Elections Results page<http://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2017-mock-elections/>. We look forward to posting a wide variety of results! Check back often<http://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2017-mock-elections/> to see what titles are being selected in Youth Media Award Mock Elections, and stay tuned to find out the real winners as they are announced at the Midwinter Conference on January 23, 2017 in Atlanta. Happy reading! Happy discussing! Mary Mary R. Voors ALSC Blog<http://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/> manager alscblog(a)gmail.com<mailto:alscblog@gmail.com>

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ALA News for December 20, 2016
by Steven Bowers 21 Dec '16

21 Dec '16

ALA News for December 20, 2016 Libraries retain more than $1.3 billion in federal funding in massive spending bill passed by Congress http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2016/12/libraries-retain-more-13-billio… OIF revamps reporting tools for library hate crime and material challenges http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2016/12/oif-revamps-reporting-tools-… Facing a divided nation, ALA offers libraries free trainings in dialogue facilitation and deliberation http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2016/12/facing-divided-nation-ala-offer… 'Merging a Friends and Foundation' webinar now available http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2016/12/merging-friends-and-foundati… Applications sought for 2017 Coretta Scott King Book Donation Grants http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2016/12/applications-sought-2017-cor… PLA offers post-election resources for public libraries http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2016/12/pla-offers-post-election-resour… 2017 Teens' Top Ten book groups announced http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2016/12/2017-teens-top-ten-book-groups-… Jesse H. Shera Awards now accepting submissions http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2016/12/jesse-h-shera-awards-now-acc… Justin Winsor Library History Essay Award now accepting submissions for 2017 award http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2016/12/justin-winsor-library-histor… Loleta D. Fyan Grant now accepting proposals for 2017 award http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2016/12/loleta-d-fyan-grant-now-acce… Carroll Preston Baber Research Grant now accepting proposals for 2017 award http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2016/12/carroll-preston-baber-resear… AASL seeks national conference program reviewers http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2016/12/aasl-seeks-national-conference-… Sally Gardner Reed, United for Libraries present a guide to working with Friends groups http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2016/12/sally-gardner-reed-united-libra… Learn how to set manageable goals for 2017 in upcoming PLA webinar http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2016/12/learn-how-set-manageable-goals-… New Workshop: Creating Inclusive Storytimes for ALL Children http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2016/12/new-workshop-creating-inclusive… New eCourse: Online Tutorials: Creating them Easily and Effectively http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2016/12/new-ecourse-online-tutorials-cr…

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IMLS funding opportunities
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 21 Dec '16

21 Dec '16

Please see below for information on the Library Card Challenge program and the National Arts and Humanities Youth program. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Library Card Challenge Open to New Communities for Round Two IMLS and the Urban Libraries Council are implementing round two of the Library Card Challenge. A new report highlights efforts by the first round of challenge communities and outlines strategies for successful partnerships. To find out how your library can get involved, Read more<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vgAVwqFr1jsyMqZzWIEjXM-2ja2p9aTeyjmSCPiMOarj…> Learn How to Apply to the National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award with Webinar on January 10 Does your museum or library have an outstanding afterschool or out-of-school program that is transforming the lives of young people? The President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vgAVwqFr1jsyMqZzWIEjXM-2ja2p9aTeyjmSCPiMOarj…> is now accepting applications for 2017 National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vgAVwqFr1jsyMqZzWIEjXM-2ja2p9aTeyjmSCPiMOarj…>. The Award honors 12 out-of-school programs each year with $10,000 and a ceremony at the White House. To find out more, participate in a webinar on January 10, at 3:00 p.m. (EST). Email Reagan Moore at rmoore(a)imls.gov<mailto:rmoore@imls.gov> for webinar details. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> 517-241-0021

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FOL Annual Speaker
by chauvinj＠charlottelibrary.org 21 Dec '16

21 Dec '16

Hello, The Friends of the Charlotte Community Library are looking at some speakers for their annual meeting in 2017. I'm looking for your thoughts on the following speakers if you have used them. Larry and Priscilla Massie ( <http://www.michiganhistorylectures.com/speakers/larry-massie/larry-priscill a-massie-topics/> http://www.michiganhistorylectures.com/speakers/larry-massie/larry-priscilla -massie-topics/) Storyteller: Michael P. Deren (http://www.hsmichigan.org/resources/storytellers-speakers-performers/storyt eller-michael-deren/) Randy Baker (http://www.michiganhistorylectures.com/speakers/randy-baker/randy-baker-top ics/) Thanks for your input. Janet Chauvin Training Coordinator Charlotte Community Library

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book character
by Graubner Kezar 20 Dec '16

20 Dec '16

Does anyone know what book this might be? I had a patron tell me he's been looking for this book for years, but doesn't know the title, the author or even if it's fiction or non-fiction. It takes place in Vietnam and one of the people is a Staff Sgt. nick-named "Sgt. Blue" because his skin was such a dark black that it had a bluish hue. I've searched and can't figure this one out. Anyone have a clue to what this book is? Thanks--Glen

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missing item
by M. Converse 20 Dec '16

20 Dec '16

An item requested from CADL South Lansing: -- Independence day: resurgence : the official movie novelization / novelization by Alex Irvine -- apparently has a 'received' at Alpena status, but it's not checked out to the patron, and it's not here. It's a mystery! Could this have somehow come to another library? Barcode 28604000931789 Anyone finds this item, would they please let us know or return it to CADL South Lansing - zv194? Thank you! M. Converse, Reference Department Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library zv010

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Job Opportunity: Library Administration Clerk
by BTPL Careers 20 Dec '16

20 Dec '16

Greetings! We have a job opening at Bloomfield Township Public Library ----------------- EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POSITION TITLE: Administration Clerk DEPARTMENT: Administration, reporting to Assistant Library Director HOURS: Part-time, 20 hours per week, including evenings and weekends WAGE & BENEFITS: $15.50 per hour with increase possible upon completion of three-month orientation. Pro-rated paid time off benefits, i.e., sick, personal business, vacation, holiday and emergency time. Term life and disability income insurance. Eligible for deferred compensation program. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides positive, pleasant professional services to patrons and staff; greets all library callers and visitors at Welcome Desk; answers questions and directs as appropriate; assists public with meeting room reservations; assists with promotion of library events by preparing flyers, posters, newsletters, press releases; keeps statistics for reporting; implements library policies and procedures; makes use of technology to complete job duties and communicate; works as a member of the Administration team; seeks opportunities for professional growth REQUIREMENTS: Minimum: High school diploma; experience with Microsoft Office especially Word, Publisher, and PowerPoint; strong organizational and communication skills; able to lift, push and/or pull at least 20 pounds; able to visually review materials and discern voice and audible tones; desire to serve the public in a positive manner. Desirable: Public library and reception and/or clerical experience; graphic design skills. Application, resume, cover letter, and clerical skills test due January 20, 2017. Application is available on the Library’s website at www.btpl.org. Clerical skills test must be taken in the library during regular library hours. Careers Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Road Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 OR email to careers(a)btpl.org The following are activities an Administration Clerk might do in a typical week: • cover Welcome Desk • complete word processing assignments • file departmental typing projects • assist patrons with meeting room requests • coordinate meeting room set-ups with Facility Services staff • complete and send meeting room contracts to registrants • compile weekly schedule for meeting room calendar • troubleshoot meeting room conflicts • manage in-house forms on the Intranet • enter the library’s daily meetings and events on the computer • attend department meetings • compile meeting room statistics for monthly activity report • photocopy materials for library staff • create posters on plotter • enter promotional information on online calendars • maintain meeting room use files • draft news releases • post approved public literature in lobby • collect patron comments • create promotional graphics for website • draft statistical reports and charts

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Re: [Michlib-l] Great Lakes Shipwrecks Speaker?
by Bradley Scott 20 Dec '16

20 Dec '16

If your interest extends to musical presentations, check out Lee Murdock. He's a folk-musician, historian and storyteller with a lifelong focus on the Great Lakes. He gave a very well-attended and well-received presentation at the Brighton District Library when I worked there some years ago. www.leemurdock.com/about-lee http://leemurdock.com/arts-in-education/ I also enjoyed hearing from Frederick Stonehouse when I lived in Marquette. Bradley A. Scott

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Arabic Vendor for International Books
by Shannon O'Leary 20 Dec '16

20 Dec '16

Dear All, Good Morning, my name is Shannon O'Leary and I attended the ICLR fall meeting. I had a quick question for those of you who order books in Arabic. What vendor are you using? I am currently using multiculturalbooksandvideos.com and I am experiencing issues, and my coworker and I were wondering if any of you know of any alternate vendor? Thanks . Shannon Shannon O'Leary | Intern Novi Public Library |45255 West Ten Mile Road | Novi, MI 48375 Phone 248-349-0720 |Fax 248-349-6520 www.novilibrary.org<http://www.novilibrary.org/> Inform. Inspire. Include.

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Labeling Graphic Novels
by Diana Simpson 20 Dec '16

20 Dec '16

Can anyone suggest best practices for labeling and organizing graphic novels so that patrons can easily find what they want on the shelves? We plan to have two graphic novel collections, one for teens and another for younger audiences. Diana Simpson Cataloger/Technical Services Alma Public Library 500 E. Superior St. Alma, MI 488801 989-463-3966 dsimpson(a)alma.lib.mi.us Inline image 1

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