February 2016 - Michlib-l

New Documents for January 2016
by Sarjeant, Bruce C 01 Feb '16

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A list of new documents has been loaded onto the GODORT of Michigan wiki Of note this month: Facts for Features: Super Bowl 50. Big labor on college campuses: examining the consequences of unionizing student athletes. An Ecological Interpretation of the Humbug Marsh Unit, Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge, Wayne County, Michigan. Covered bridges and the birth of American engineering. Ranking the largest retiree health care unfunded liabilities in Michigan. Water quality and hydrology of Silver Lake, Oceana County, Michigan, with emphasis on lake response to nutrient loading, 2012-14. http://godortmi.pbworks.com/w/page/104757925/January%202016%20New%20Documen… 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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WLAN handsets/chargers for sale
by Julie Farkas 01 Feb '16

01 Feb '16

Novi Public Library has some surplus WLAN handsets/chargers for sale. Please contact Barb Rutkowski, brutkowski(a)novilibrary.org<mailto:brutkowski@novilibrary.org>, off list if you are interested in purchasing any of the items below. Thanks! 3 Nortel WLAN Handset - 6100 Series Dual-slot Handset Charger with battery/AC adapter and Nortel WLAN Handset 6140 with battery - $40 each These Nortel handsets and dual charging stands are in good condition with some minor cosmetic scuffs and scratches. The units were pulled from a working environment. Powers on and the charger will charge the handset. The batteries do hold a charge, but the full extent is unknown. [cid:image006.jpg@01D15489.D8A94640] [cid:image007.jpg@01D15489.D8A94640] 20 2 Nortel WLAN Handset - 6100 Series Dual-slot Handset Charger with battery/AC adapter - $25 each WLAN Handset 6100 Series Dual-slot Desktop Charger charges a "Standard", "Extended" or "Ultra-Extended" Battery Pack inserted into a WLAN Handset 6120/6140 and one any capacity inserted into the charger. These Nortel dual charging stands are in good condition with some minor cosmetic scuffs and scratches. The units were pulled from a working environment and the chargers will charge a handset. [cid:image013.jpg@01D15489.D8A94640] 1 Avaya WLAN Handset - 6100 Series Single-slot Handset Charger with AC adapter - $20 This product charges a "Standard", "Extended" or "Ultra-Extended" battery pack inserted into a WLAN Handset 6120/6140. This Avaya dual charging stand is in good condition with some minor cosmetic scuffs and scratches. The unit was pulled from a working environment and the charger will charge a handset. [cid:image014.jpg@01D15489.D8A94640] [cid:image018.jpg@01D15489.D8A94640] 2 extra Avaya WLAN Handset - 6100 Series Extended Battery Pack - $25 for both The batteries do hold a charge, but the full extent is unknown. [cid:image019.jpg@01D15489.D8A94640] [Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: New Logo 1 inch rgb for web]Barbara Rutkowski | Head of Information Technology Novi Public Library |45255 West Ten Mile Road | Novi, MI 48375 Phone 248-869-7222 |Cell 248-330-8289|Fax 248-869-7245 www.novilibrary.org<http://www.novilibrary.org/> Inform. Inspire. Include.

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All Freebies Claimed
by Jessica Wilhoite 01 Feb '16

01 Feb '16

The media racks have now been claimed. All of the freebies are now gone. -- Jessica Wilhoite Youth Librarian Romulus Public Library 11121 Wayne Rd. Romulus, MI 48174 (734)955-4517 Serving Romulus and Huron Township Residents

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Upcoming programs at Warren Civic Center Library
by Jennifer Lund 01 Feb '16

01 Feb '16

Hello - Divorce Law Clinic - On February 18 at 6 p.m. attorney Jocelyn Ward of the Legal Aid and Defender Association will discuss requirements for divorce, proceedings and timeline, division of marital assets, spousal support, child custody and support, and parenting time. There will be time for questions. Michigan Serial Killers - On February 28, at 6 p.m. meet a few of the more malevolent characters who terrorized the Great Lakes State with crime historian and author Tobin T. Buhk. Probe the twisted psyche of serial poisoner Mary McKnight, who just "tried to help" people with a bottle of strychnine. Come face to face with WWI German spy and Bluebeard, Helmuth Schmidt. Featuring these and other serial killers from Michigan, this program is a must-see for lovers of true crime, as well as history. The author's presentation will be followed by a meet and greet book sale and signing. For all programs call 586-574-4564 to register. Jennifer Lund Warren Public Library - Civic Center Branch One City Square, Suite 100 Warren, MI 48093-2396 (586) 751-0770

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MCLS deadline for Assigning Library of Congress call numbers: basic
by Suzanne Robinson 01 Feb '16

01 Feb '16

Wide distribution - please share with any staff member who might want/need this training. Thursday, Feb. 4, is the last day to register for our webinar, Assigning Library of Congress call numbers: basic. This is an excellent webinar for those new to the cataloging process, and it leads into the next two in the series, Intermediate and Advanced. To register, please go to: https://www.mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?r… For the Intermediate and Advanced workshops, please check our training calendar: https://www.mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/ Thanks, Suzanne Part time Hours: (with some slight variations occasionally) Monday 11am-3pm Tuesday 9am - 3pm Wednesday 11am - 2:30pm Thursday 9am - 3pm Friday 9am-1pm I work from home also, and I check email regularly, so email is the most reliable way to reach me. ------------------------------------ Suzanne Robinson, AMLS Continuing Education Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 1407 Rensen St., Suite 1 Lansing, MI 48910 800-530-9019 ext 134

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Re: [Michlib-l] Library Information Brochure
by Katrina Schultz 01 Feb '16

01 Feb '16

Here's Crawford County Library's information brochure. We just redid it a couple weeks ago. Hope this helps, and good luck redoing yours! -- Katrina Schultz Crawford County Library

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Looking for Michigan author recommendations!
by Jennifer Ray 01 Feb '16

01 Feb '16

Hello Everyone: We are looking for an engaging Michigan Author to present at the Dowagiac Dogwood Fine Arts Festival. If you have recommendations please reply to all or call Bobbie Jo Hartline, Festival Secretary at 269.782.1115 or me at the Cass District Library, 269.357.7822 ext. 101. Thank you very much. Jennifer Ray Cass District Library 269.357.7822

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Re: [Michlib-l] Looking for Michigan author recommendations!
by Bradley Scott 01 Feb '16

01 Feb '16

He's not an author (yet), but Michigan artist Randy Asplund would be worth considering for a festival of this type. He's an artist who has deeply researched the work of medieval writing, illustration and book production, using authentic natural materials to produce gorgeous illuminated manuscripts and books the same way they were produced in the middle ages. He's also done a number of illustrations for Magic: the Gathering and contemporary book covers, which might appeal to the non-historical set. He's an experienced public presenter as well. Check out his website for more details: http://www.randyasplund.com/index.html He's reportedly working on a book about medieval manuscripts and illumination, which I greatly look forward to. Bradley A. Scott

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Funding Available for Library Staff Professional Development - new deadline March 31st
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 01 Feb '16

01 Feb '16

The Library of Michigan Continuing Education stipend program is available year round. The next review of requests will be early April so keep the program in mind for late spring and early summer events. These events can include a workshop, webinar or conference. The next deadline will be March 31st for events AFTER March 31st. Going forward, you can submit at any time through the year and requests will be reviewed each quarter. Michigan public, academic and school library staff are eligible to apply for continuing education stipends. The program details and criteria are available on our website http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-18668_63014-359559--… You will find program criteria, application questions, timeline and the link to the online application on this page. Staff from eligible libraries may apply at any time and may request from $200 to $1,500. Please take a look at the program information on the web site and contact Karren Reish at reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> - 517-373-1580 with any questions. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Customer Service is a priority at the Michigan Department of Education - helping Michigan schools, families, and communities improve the achievement and well-being of ALL our children. [http://inside.michigan.gov/mde/docs/Docs%20and%20Templates/MDE%20-%20Color%…]

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Windows 10...and Deep Freeze
by Colleen Leddy 01 Feb '16

01 Feb '16

Please pardon if this issue has already been addressed here (and pardon duplication). Our tech guy is here today to upgrade Norton and Deep Freeze. I also wanted him to upgrade staff and patron computers to Windows 10, but he says his company does not really recommend it until all the bugs are worked out (that's my language, not his). Have you upgraded your computers to Windows 10? Have you had problems? Are there particular issues with upgrading patron computers? Do you recommend upgrading at this time? Also, if you use Deep Freeze, is there a version that works best? That's too many questions...any comments you have would be helpful. Thanks, Colleen Colleen Leddy, Director Stair District Library 228 W. Main St. Morenci, MI 49256 517/458-6510 Monday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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