February 2016 - Michlib-l

MeL Minute - Chilton's Library Content
by Borrelli, Eunice (MDE) 11 Feb '16

11 Feb '16

Hello all, A patron's question this week prompted a discussion with the Gale Chilton's<http://galesupport.com/chilton_branding/splashPage.php?loc=lom_accessmich> Product Manager as to whether the content in Chilton's<http://galesupport.com/chilton_branding/splashPage.php?loc=lom_accessmich> changed at the time the interface was redesigned. This patron reported that repair information he had accessed for his vehicle last November didn't appear to be available anymore. The only information he was seeing now for his vehicle was the Bulletins/Recalls. It turns out that the only changes to the content that users may be experiencing is where they find it; no content has been deleted. Some manufacturers (GMC for one) now show the full coverage when available (Repair, Labor Estimating, Bulletins/Recalls, and Maintenance) for sub-models under the broad model name. For example, GMC Envoy XUV and XL sub-models information can be found under GMC Envoy. Any differences for the sub-models is broken out in the broad model coverage. The sub-models may still be listed but contain only Bulletins/Recalls information, as the patron discovered. Chilton's<http://galesupport.com/chilton_branding/splashPage.php?loc=lom_accessmich> continues to be a very popular and unique MeL database and this tip may enable libraries and patrons to more easily find the quality vehicle information they've come to rely on. 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. Registration is now open for the next MCLS MeL Databases training webinar. Over a quarter million Michigan residents speak Spanish. MeL is there to help serve their information needs. Join us on February 24, at 9:30 am, for a brief, half hour free webinar focused on MeL resources for Spanish speakers<http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI…>. 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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Fwd: Next Level Library Advocacy
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 11 Feb '16

11 Feb '16

Would love to have you be part of the Michigan Library Delegation for National Library Legislative Day 2016 in Washington, DC on May 2-3. Please see below for more information from ALA which also includes scholarship information. Speaking of which! Gale is also generously sponsoring 2 library staff to attend NLLD. For more information and to apply, go to http://galesupport.com/legislativeday Best regards, Deb Deb Renee Biggs Michigan eLibrary & Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan --------------------------- 517-373-4466 biggsd(a)michigan.gov<mailto:biggsd@michigan.gov> http://mel.org http://facebook.com/mel.org http://twitter.com/meldotorg Begin forwarded message: From: ALA Washington Office <districtdispatch(a)alawash.org<mailto:districtdispatch@alawash.org>> Date: February 11, 2016 at 1:03:28 PM EST To: <biggsthomasd(a)michigan.gov<mailto:biggsthomasd@michigan.gov>> Subject: Next Level Library Advocacy Reply-To: <districtdispatch(a)alawash.org<mailto:districtdispatch@alawash.org>> [https://secureimages.capwiz.com/ala/actionalerts_mlm.png] Take your library advocacy to the next level this year - join us for National Library Legislative Day 2016<http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/thru?ep=AAAAC2Flc0NpcGhlcjAxwqXxZUcZmJkNcVYzY…>! The event will be held in Washington, D.C. on May 2-3, 2016 at the Liaison Hotel. Over the course of two days, library advocates will have the opportunity to hear from trusted D.C. voices on the issues that matter most to libraries. On day two, armed with advocacy tips and timely issue briefs, advocates will take to the Hill with their state delegations to meet with their Members of Congress and rally support for libraries. This event is open to the public. If you are a librarian, a trustee, or simply a library fan, you are welcome to join us! Participants at National Library Legislative Day are also able to take advantage of a discounted room rate by booking at the Liaison (for the nights of May 1st and 2nd). To register<http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/thru?ep=AAAAC2Flc0NpcGhlcjAxBeT2fR7_AxEP9yrAq…> for the event and find hotel registration information, please visit ala.org/nlld<http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/thru?ep=AAAAC2Flc0NpcGhlcjAx0jiejnT7gD-fOg7lb…>. Want to see a little more? Check out the video from last year!<http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/thru?ep=AAAAC2Flc0NpcGhlcjAxEccnsqlUMjcfSOcZ-…> We also offer a scholarship opportunity to one first-time participant at National Library Legislative Day. Recipients of the White House Conference on Library and Information Services Taskforce (WHCLIST) Award receive a stipend of $300 and two free nights at a D.C. hotel. For more information about the WHCLIST Award, visit our webpage<http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/thru?ep=AAAAC2Flc0NpcGhlcjAxOF082e-0XPnYrVaFN…>. Your firsthand library experience - from behind the reference desk or as a patron - is an invaluable part of helping legislators to understand the impact that libraries have in the day to day lives of their constituents. I hope you will consider joining us! For more information or assistance of any kind, please contact Lisa Lindle, ALA Washington's Grassroots Communications Specialist, at llindle(a)alawash.org<mailto:llindle@alawash.org> or 202-628-8140. ________________________________ Please unsubscribe below if you no longer wish to receive emails from the ALA Washington Office. Unsubscribe<http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/subscriptions?r=AAAAC2Flc0NpcGhlcjAxDkB-fPZLF…> [Powered by CQRC Engage] <http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/thru?ep=AAAAC2Flc0NpcGhlcjAxkKJPQB2Ff4fHokBVV…>

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RFID Conversion Project
by Marsh, Nyama 11 Feb '16

11 Feb '16

Hello Everyone, My library is currently doing a comprehensive weed in preparation for a conversion to RFID tags. As we get closer to the actual conversion process we are starting to plan, but really have no info from others yet about what process other libraries have used. If you can offer assistance, it will be greatly appreciated. Fyi, we will use 2 3M/Bibliotheca conversion stations. We are envisioning 1. We have 80,000 physical items. We plan to have 2 carts for 1 month each (at $500/mo/cart we want to move quickly/efficiently, yet accurately. a. 1 cart in Adults; 1 cart in Children's. 2. Teams of 2, using the cart as they go through the aisles. Pull, tag, scan, reshelve. Repeat. 3. Start at 000 and go straight through to 999. Then A-Z. Then A/V and magazines. 4. Keep a list that is updated with each shift as to what is done. a. To try to capture the out items that are in the ranges as we are doing them. b. So once the 010s are completed, as checked out items in that range come in they are set aside for tagging. c. This is the step that causes the most angst about doing it "right." Questions 5. Trying to figure out an average per hour rate, to calculate how many hours/people are needed and then develop a schedule. 6. In your experience, how many items per hour, on average, was your team able to convert? 7. How many items total did your library convert and how many hours/days did it take? 8. Did you utilize trained staff, volunteers or both? How many total? 9. Did you do the tagging in pairs and how many hours did they work at a time. I figure no one wants to tag for more than 4 hours at once. Is 1 or 2 hours a better max, or are people able to handle 3-4 hours? I figure it's like shelf-reading, a brain can handle repetitive tasks for only so long... 10. What unknown do I not know to ask about? Thank you and have a wonderful day, Nyama Nyama Y. Marsh Library Director n.marsh(a)wfblibrary.org<mailto:n.marsh@wfblibrary.org> 414-755-6551 (direct line) Whitefish Bay Public Library 5420 North Marlborough Drive Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 414-964-4380 (main line) "There are many ways to enlarge your child's world. Love of books is the best of all." ~Jacqueline Kennedy "Leaders don't force people to follow - they invite them on a journey." ~ Charles Lauer

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FW: Fundraising Consulting Firm - Referrals needed
by Kay Schwartz 11 Feb '16

11 Feb '16

Hi, MichLib, Please reply OFFLIST to this at kschwartz(a)fpl.info. I am looking for referrals to fundraising consultants who have worked on library or library foundation capital campaigns, annual campaigns, and/or have consulted in shaping some aspect of fundraising (e.g., a foundation startup) for libraries. If others are interested, I will be happy to compile the answers but would prefer to work offlist. Thanks much! Kay ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Kay Schwartz Director of Library Services Flint Public Library Work: 810-249-2038 Mobile: 810-275-4642

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Federal forms
by Howe Memorial 11 Feb '16

11 Feb '16

Hello all; We have not received Federal forms in years, but I hear some of you are. Anyway of anyone sharing a couple with me. Thanks Sandy Johnson Howe Memorial Library 128 E. Saginaw St. Breckenridge, Mi. 48615 989-842-3202

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Amnesty Month
by Kat Boyer 11 Feb '16

11 Feb '16

Hi everyone, My board is requesting that we look into doing an Amnesty Month after hearing how popular Chicago Public Library's recent Amnesty Month has been. For those of you that do an Amnesty Month, or have in the past, do you have any suggestions or limitations you've put on your Amnesty that you could share with me while we consider doing one here? Thanks! Kat Boyer Interim Director Benton Harbor Public Library

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Fwd: Legal Issues in Children's & Teen Services webinar - Tuesday, February 16, 2016
by Kate Pohjola Andrade 10 Feb '16

10 Feb '16

Attached and in plain text below is details about an upcoming webinar. Please share widely. Have you ever wondered about these things? -Is it legal to take photos of program attendees to use in board reports, on Facebook, Twitter, etc.? -Do I need a waiver to use photos of minors? What about teens? -Do parents have to sign for youth library cards? -What can libraries do about continually unattended children? The Children’s & Teen Services Committee of the Woodlands Library Cooperative Presents *A Webinar on Legal Issues in Youth Services* Featuring Anne Seurynck Municipal Law Attorney with FosterSwift Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 10:30am - Online from your favorite location Registration deadline is Monday, February 15, 2016. Register online: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7246682499399007490 Attendance is free for staff members from Woodlands Library Cooperative member & associate member libraries. Non-Woodlands members will be billed $10 for each location. There is no limit to the number of people that can watch from one site. Please e-mail kate(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us to submit legal questions or concerns ahead of the webinar to be sure they're addressed during the webinar! 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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Copyright and state government information webinar
by Bartlett, Bernadette (MDE) 10 Feb '16

10 Feb '16

If you missed it, the recent ALA/OITP CopyTalk webinar 'State Government Information and the Copyright Conundrum' is archived and available at the link below. http://ala.adobeconnect.com/p3zmi0suo3z/ Thanks! Bernadette Bernadette M. Bartlett Michigan Documents Librarian Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 517-373-2971 www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 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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WebJunction content and upcoming webinars
by White, Shannon (MDE) 10 Feb '16

10 Feb '16

Are you subscribed to Crossroads, WebJunction’s free enewsletter? Crossroads highlights new articles on WebJunction.org, including upcoming webinars and new course content. Subscribe today<http://www.webjunction.org/whatcountssubscriptionform.html> and be part of the online learning community! Highlighted content from WebJunction · Re-Envisioning Public Libraries: Action Guide Now Available<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/reenvisioning-action-guide.html> – this free, new guide from the Aspen Institute includes worksheets and exercises that can be used to facilitate important conversations and planning around the future of libraries. These resources were piloted by libraries around the United States in communities with a population size ranging from 1,900 to 1,100,000. Upcoming Webinars If you can’t attend a live session, all WebJunction webinars are recorded and available for free from the course catalog<http://learn.webjunction.org/>. Purposeful Innovation: Idea Engagement for Libraries Tuesday, March 15, 2016 ♦ 3 pm Eastern ♦ 60 min Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/purposeful-innovation-idea-ma… Sooner or later, all libraries need to realign or reinvent services and workflows to respond to shifting community needs, but there’s often a disconnect between ideas generated by staff on the front lines and the decisions made by management. Imagine a library where all staff feel empowered to submit, vote and comment on service and workflow ideas. To reach this ideal, Sno-Isle Libraries (WA) has embraced the idea management process in order to consider and approve ideas holistically, for cost, benefit and time, and before a heavy investment of resources. Sno-Isle Libraries realized that building a collaborative, transparent framework to support workflows, change, ideas and community engagement is essential to creating a culture of purposeful innovation. During this webinar, you’ll gain a clear understanding of the "what" and "why" of idea management, hear lessons learned, and leave with tools to empower staff to lead from any position by sharing their ideas. Presented by: Christa Werle, Public Services Project Manager, Sno-Isle Libraries, Washington Incubate Creativity at Your Library Tuesday, April 19, 2016 ♦ 3 pm Eastern ♦ 60 min Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/incubate-creativity-at-your-l… The Library as Incubator Project<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/library-as-incubator-project.ht…> (LAIP) promotes the library as a place to connect and create. LAIP has networked with hundreds of libraries who are working with their communities to incubate and inspire creative projects. They have talked with scores of artists, writers, makers, performers, and other creatives about how they use their libraries and how their libraries can serve them even better. In this webinar, LAIP shares program and project ideas, resources and case studies to turn your library into a creativity incubator. Take the workable, scalable programming and resource framework from LAIP and become a hub for supporting creatives of all types and skill levels in your community. Presented by: Laura Damon-Moore, Co-founder and Editor, Library as Incubator Project, and Community Engagement Librarian, Madison Public Library Shannon White Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo Lansing, MI 48909 www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.373.9489 Whites29(a)michigan.gov 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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Full Time Finance Coordinator
by Andrea Aragona 10 Feb '16

10 Feb '16

Employment Opportunity - Finance Coordinator The Bloomfield Township Public Library is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Finance Coordinator committed to high quality library service to join our team. The Library serves a community of 41,070 people and has a $6.9 million annual operating budget. There is strong community support for the Library and the collections, services and programs it offers. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to provide quality public service and the desire to work in a collaborative, team environment. Position Title: Finance Coordinator Department: Administration, reporting to Library Director Hours: Full-time-37.5 hours. Must be flexible to address workload and attend occasional evening meetings of the Library Board of Trustees. Wages & Salary range $43,388 - $58,988. Benefits Benefits include paid leave time such as vacation, sick, holiday and emergency time. Health insurance, dental/optical insurance, term life and disability income insurance provided. Eligible for deferred compensation and other voluntary benefits. Opportunity to participate in professional development. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in accounting and one to three years' experience as a full charge bookkeeper. Knowledge of and experience working with Excel, Word, Outlook and Sage accounting software. Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills to work effectively with Trustees, library staff, vendors and others in a team environment. Strong organizational skills and ability to work well independently. Flexible with schedule. Ability to lift, push, and/or pull at least 20 pounds. Ability to visually review materials and discern voice and audible tones. Desirable: Experience in fund and governmental accounting. Experience using inventory software. Supervisory experience. Responsibilities: Provides positive, professional service to the public and administrative support to the Library Director and Library Board of Trustees. Accounts for all library receivables, payables, investments, operating budget and gift fund. Reports revenues and expenditures, asset and liabilities to the Library Director and Trustees. Develops the annual Library budget with the Library Director and Trustees. Prepares payroll and maintains employee benefit sheets and information and assists staff with benefit questions. Prepares and records statistics and other reports as requested. Maintains fixed assets inventory. Supervises part-time Clerical Assistant. Application, accounting skills test, resume & cover letter due: March 11, 2016 To: Careers Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Road, Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 248.642.5800 Email: careers(a)btpl.org<mailto:careers@btpl.org> Employment application available at www.btpl.org<http://www.btpl.org> Accounting skills test available at Welcome Desk and must be completed at the Bloomfield Township Public Library. Andrea Aragona Bloomfield Township Public Library 248-642-5800 x 113 It's not what you gather, but what you scatter that tells what kind of life you have lived. -Helen Walton

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