April 2016 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Matt Bell Notable Book Tour
by BillieJo Bluemer 18 Apr '16

18 Apr '16

Hello, We're hosting our own native of Hemlock, Matt Bell, as part of the Michigan Notable Book Tour. Matt will be at our library on Monday, May 9, at 6:30 p.m. Our local Barnes and Noble will be here too providing his books for purchase. Flyer is attached. You can also click here http://www.pbs.org/video/2365708680/ to see his interview from the 2016 AWP Conference & Book Fair. BillieJo Bluemer Library Director Rauchholz Memorial Library 1140 N Hemlock Rd Hemlock MI 48626 989-642-8621 billiejo(a)rauchholzlibrary.org

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Offering: set volumes on World War II and Vietnam War
by Robin Rank 18 Apr '16

18 Apr '16

Dear List Members, Our library is offering these titles to give away. Please email me at rrank(a)kzoo.edu<mailto:rrank@kzoo.edu> if you are interested. Thank you, Robin Rank Series: World War II; 39 volume set Corp Author(s): Time-Life Books. Publication: New York : Time-Life Books Year: 1976 - 1983 Language: English Offering all 39 volumes - To see a title list of all 39 volumes: https://www.librarything.com/series/World+War+II+Time-Life Title: The Vietnam Experience Author(s): Doyle, Edward, 1949- Lipsman, Samuel. Corp Author(s): Boston Publishing Company. Publication: Boston, MA : Boston Pub. Co. Year: 1981- Description: volumes : illustrations (some color), maps ; 29 cm. Language: English Series: The Vietnam experience The set has 25 volumes. We are offering these volumes: [v.1] Setting the stage [v.2] Passing the torch [v.3] America takes over [v.4] Raising the stakes [v.6] A contagion of war [v.7] Nineteen sixty-eight ****************************** Robin Rank Reference and Instruction Librarian Information Services Kalamazoo College 1200 Academy Street Kalamazoo, MI 49006 voice: 269 337-7152 email: robin.rank(a)kzoo.edu<mailto:robin.rank@kzoo.edu> [cid:image001.png@01D05682.E72C9420] "Like" K's Library on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kalamazoocollegelibrary

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MAP in the Freep: April 17
by Jim Flury 18 Apr '16

18 Apr '16

All, MAP received additional good exposure in the form of the article that ran in yesterday's edition of the Detroit Free Press. Please feel free to share it with your library patrons, staff, board members, local government officials and media outlets and of course, family and friends, too. The article is also a tool you can use to help recruit prospective new MAP partners. Thank you for your support and promotion of the Michigan Activity Pass program. Sincerely, Jim Flury http://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2016/04/16/michigan-activity… 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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Nailing the Pitch - SCORE Workshop at Witch's Hat on Wed May 11 3-5 PM
by Donna Olson 17 Apr '16

17 Apr '16

Here is another great Workshop presented by SCORE. Don't miss it! *Nailing the Pitch: Keys to Presence* Wednesday May 11 from 3-5 PM Witch's Hat Brewing Co. 601 S Lafayette St, South Lyon, MI 48178 On the quest for funding or closing the big one? You need more then technical knowledge--you need presence and bearing. This workshop discusses and helps you put into practice the essential elements of presence and bearing, the importance of your brand, passion, body language, and demonstrating you are the message and living it! Presented by Steve Feinman, Regional Director SCORE Michigan & Northern Ohio RSVP online ssldl.info or call 248-436-6431 x201 Donna Olson Head of Adult Services Salem-South Lyon District Library | 9800 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon, MI 48178 Phone: (248) 437-6431 - ext. 201 | Fax: (248) 437-6593 <%28248%29%20437-6593> dolson(a)ssldl.info | http://www.ssldl.info

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Packaging envelopes
by Margo Bonini 16 Apr '16

16 Apr '16

Sebewaing Township library is in need of delivery packaging envelopes. (ZV-306) Thank you to anyone that can help! Margo Bonini Director *Sebewaing Twp. Library* *41 N. Center Street* *Sebewaing, MI 48759* *Phone: (989-883-3520* *sebewainglibrary(a)att.net <sebewainglibrary(a)att.net>*

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Making as Learning at the Alpena County Public Library
by Jessica Luther 15 Apr '16

15 Apr '16

The Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library and the University of Michigan School of Information are delighted to announce that registration is open for a three-day professional development workshop for librarians, educators, civic leaders, artists to explore how maker culture can add open-ended, hands-on learning to their schools, libraries, community centers, troops, or civic groups. The Library will be hosting these all day workshops July 20th, 21st and 22nd. For more information, or to take advantage of this unique and free opportunity, registration is available online through the Library’s website, Facebook page, or the Making in Libraries website at: http://imlsmaking.sites.uofmhosting.net/road-trip/. Funding for the Making in Libraries Project is made possible in part by Institute for Museum and Library Services RE-05-15-0021-15. Jessica Luther Development Coordinator Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library jluther(a)alpenalibrary.org 989.356.6188 ext. 25

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Holocaust Exhibit has been claimed!
by Shauna Quick 15 Apr '16

15 Apr '16

Hello and thank you to all those who inquired or sent helpful advice to me during this quest to find these items a home! They have been claimed and will be taken to their new home this weekend! Again many thanks and I hope you enjoy this spectacular weather we are having! Always, _Shauna Quick_Adult Services Library AssociateBrandon Township Public Library

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Free padded envelopes
by Kat Lightfoot 15 Apr '16

15 Apr '16

Houghton Lake Public Library has a large tote of padded envelopes available to the first library to respond. Please include your Rides code. -- Kat Lightfoot Houghton Lake Public Library 4431 W. Houghton Lake Drive Houghton Lake, MI 48629 Ph. 989-366-9230 Fax 989-366-0063 klight(a)hlpl.lib.mi.us www.hlpl.org

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Branch Manager -- Scottville branch
by Eric Smith 15 Apr '16

15 Apr '16

The Mason County District Library is seeking a branch manager for our Scottville branch. Please see job description below. *Branch Manager / Scottville Librarian* *Pay range: *$28,000 - $32,000 35 Hours per week – Evenings, Weekends (including Sundays) and Holiday hours. *Supervisor: *Library Director. *Status:* Exempt. *Location:* Primarily Scottville Branch, some hours in Ludington. *Summary:* The Scottville Branch Manager will oversee daily operations of the Scottville branch of the Mason County District Library. This person will perform all library functions, as well as manage a small staff. *Essential Functions:* - Coordinates and supervises the work of 4+ staff; participates on interview teams and helps select staff; provides training in branch operations; assigns tasks; monitors, evaluates, and provides feedback on work performance; plans and conducts staff meetings; oversees the preparation of work schedules; verifies and approves timesheets on a bi-weekly basis. - Assists patrons at the public service desk by providing reference services; answering of questions regarding collections, Library services and policies; interpreting patron needs and conducting research necessary to obtain sources of information. - Oversees and participates in the selection and ordering of materials in accordance with branch materials budget for the Library's collection based on patron interests, statistical reports and information needs. Reads review sources and catalogs to become familiar with new materials in all formats. Oversees the maintenance of the collection including the shifting of books, weeding and discarding of materials, displaying of new or seasonal materials and reviewing donated materials. - Oversees and performs functions including, but not limited to: the coordination of program scheduling; planning, organizing and implementing of library programs and outreach that meet the adult population needs including underserved communities; providing programs for library adult patrons; networking with community groups; developing partnerships and overseeing the preparation of reader's advisory materials and reports. Monitors participation and interest in programs by reading, interpreting and submitting reports and/or data. - Supervises the maintenance and upkeep of the branch building and grounds, furniture, and equipment, by communicating budget and facility needs with library director and providing assistance or taking responsibility as needed. - Participates in short and long-range planning, recommends policy and establishes procedures, develops action plans, and leads local planning efforts of new or expanded facilities. Gathers staff input for the purpose of establishing branch goals that correlate to MCDL mission statement. - Prepares the annual branch and local budgets including the projected costs of staff, materials, equipment, furniture and other budget items; calculates, estimates and submits budget to Library administration for approval; implements, monitors and spends approved budget. - Oversees the recording and submission of appropriate statistics. Oversees the counting and recording of monies taken in and ensures the balancing of the cash drawer daily; and verifies money is forwarded to the main branch for processing. - Update and maintain web content on the Internet. Plans and communicates branch technology needs. Evaluates new technology on behalf of the branch. - May provide technical support and assistance to Library staff and patrons in the use of computer and other library equipment; performs routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting tasks. Effectively facilitates access to MCDL's digital collection by providing demonstrations of and assistance with multiple format eReader devices. - Represents MCDL professionally and in the community. May write and submit local grants. - Performs other duties as assigned by Library Director and/or Assistant Director. *Requirements:* · Bachelor’s degree required, MLS preferred. · Ability to travel between work locations and related places of business as needed. · Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the principles, methods and practices of public library operations. The incumbent is also required to have comprehensive knowledge of the policies and procedures of Mason County District Library. · Considerable knowledge of available circulating materials and basic reference sources. · Demonstrated knowledge of public library computer hardware and software applications. · Demonstrated management and leadership skills necessary to plan and administer the services of a library. · Ability to work under general supervision with latitude in exercising independent judgment and discretion subject to Library policies and procedures and professional practices. · Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to work with a wide variety of individuals and establish effective working relationships with local government officials, civic leaders, community group leaders, Library patrons and personnel. · Analytical ability to research information; maintains statistical records and summarizes findings in a written document. · Visual acuity and physical skills necessary to retrieve library materials from shelves and storage areas, maintain library materials and operate equipment. The incumbent is required to have the physical ability to push/pull fully loaded book carts and lift/carry materials weighing up to 40 pounds. · Hearing ability to answer telephone and patron inquiries. · Computer skills necessary to effectively utilize word processing and spreadsheet computer software applications and Internet services. The above job description is not all inclusive. The incumbent might be tasked to other duties as need arises. TO APPLY: Applications are available on the Mason County District Library website, www.mcdlibrary.org. Please submit completed Application, Resume and Cover Letter to librarian(a)mcdlibrary.org by May 7th, 2016.

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Mardi Jo Link, April 22 at Charlotte Community Library
by Jim Oliver 15 Apr '16

15 Apr '16

We are having Mardi Jo Link, author of Bootstrapper, and Drummond Girls, coming to the Charlotte Community Library, Charlotte MI on Friday, April 22nd at 7PM. This is open to the public, no registration. http://charlottelibrary.org/2016-michigan-author-visit-4/ Jim Oliver Library Director Charlotte Community Library 517-543-8859

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