May 2016 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Hi-lo collection for adults
by Shannon Powers 12 May '16

12 May '16

Hello, We are considering starting a hi-lo collection for adults in our library. Does anyone have an existing collection of high interest, low level books for adults? If so, how do you shelve the books (interspersed or separate) and what kind of names have you considered for the collection? We'd like something obvious to the patron, but nothing that might carry a stigma. I'd love to hear from anyone with experience in this area, or anyone with suggestions. Thanks, Shannon

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Novi Public Library Employment Opportunity - Facilities Assistant part-time
by Marcia Dominick 12 May '16

12 May '16

Position: Facilities Assistant, Part-time Job Duties: * Reports to Library Director; works with Facilities team; assists library staff and patrons as needed * Maintains facility components of structural, grounds keeping, janitorial, mechanical, utilities, and equipment; executes day-to-day support of building, program, and staff needs * Enforces the Library's Rules of Conduct; maintains security during open hours and for before/after hours events * Monitors all areas of building, grounds and equipment for security and potential safety issues * Facilitates set-up/take-down of meeting rooms and equipment for various in-house and public programs; maintains flexibility in work schedule to accommodate events held outside of normal Library hours * Maintains cleanliness and performs minor repairs inside/outside the building; performs recycling, materials handling, and procurement as needed Job Requirements: * High School diploma or equivalent * Experience in building maintenance applications such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, etc. * Excellent public service attitude * Punctuality and dependability * Ability to communicate effectively with staff and visitors of all ages * Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook * Physical mobility, vision, hearing, and manual dexterity essential * Maintain physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, bending, and /or walking for extended periods of time; stooping; crouching; reaching; carrying books or boxes of books; pushing book carts; seeing; keyboarding; using the telephone; lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying objects weighing up to 100 pounds; push or pull with wheeled cart up to 500 pounds; operating assigned equipment; picking up litter; spreading ice melt * Ability to work outdoors for prolonged amounts of time in all weather conditions; noisy and potentially hazardous environments with electricity, dust, debris and chemicals * Ability to climb ladder heights up to 35 feet and use indoor/outdoor power tools and equipment * Evening and weekend hours are required Salary: $12.73 per hour Hours: 23 hours per week * Sunday, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. * Tuesday, 5 - 9 p.m. * Wednesday, 5 - 9 p.m. * Thursday, 12:30 - 9 p.m. Benefits: Time benefits (vacation, personal business and sick) based on a part-time employee formula. Application: * Resume, Cover Letter, and Application Required * Available at http://www.novilibrary.org/AboutUs/Employment.asp * Send to: Marcia Dominick, Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Road Novi, Michigan 48375 * E-mail: mdominick(a)novilibrary.org<mailto:mdominick@novilibrary.org> Deadline: Friday, May 27, 2016, 5:00 p.m. Regards, Marcia Dominick [Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: New Logo 1 inch rgb for web]Marcia Dominick | Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library |45255 West Ten Mile Road | Novi, MI 48375 Phone 248-869-7211|Fax 248-349-6520 www.novilibrary.org<http://www.novilibrary.org/> Inform. Inspire. Include.

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GDL Receives NEA Big Read Grant
by Eileen Button 12 May '16

12 May '16

The Genesee District Library is celebrating receiving the NEA Big Read grant of $14,000 for 2016-2017, selecting Jack London's The Call of the Wild. Our kick-off event will feature Creek Stewart, survivalist expert from the Weather Channel's Fat Guy in the Woods, speaking at two branches on Saturday, September 24th. Keynote addresses include Michael Oakes, Jack London expert and impersonator from California, along with national wolf and dog experts. We are grateful for our partnership with two local school districts (Davison Middle School and Grand Blanc West Middle School) that have committed to having their 6th and 7th grade classes read The Call of the Wild in the fall. Another partnership with the Flint Youth Theater means that over 800 students will engage with the text through reading, hearing and experiencing a theatrical interpretation of the classic. So, yes ... we're celebrating on this lovely Thursday in May. And learning how to howl like a "dog gone wild." ARH-WOOOO! Eileen Button Genesee District Library Community Relations Manager (810) 230-9613 "But especially he loved to run in the dim twilight of the summer midnights, listening to the subdued and sleepy murmurs of the forest, reading signs and sounds as a man may read a book, and seeking for the mysterious something that called -- called, waking or sleeping, at all times, for him to come." ~ Jack London, The Call of the Wild

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Ferndale Youth Author Visit - Q&A and Book Signing
by Ashley Lehman 12 May '16

12 May '16

Hello all, Ferndale is pleased to share the following program with everyone! Tuesday, May 17, award winning author Alex Gino will be at Ferndale Library to talk about their middle grade novel *George*, with a question and answer session and book signing to follow. Copies of *George* will be available for purchase through BookBeat, who is co-sponsoring the event. No registration is required. Gino is the winner of the American Library Association's 2016 Stonewall Book Award for *George*, and an active member of the online campaign We Need Diverse Books: weneeddiversebooks.org/ -- Ashley Lehman Head of Youth Services Ferndale Area District Library 222 E. Nine Mile Ferndale, MI 48220 248-546-2504 ext.699 Ashley(a)ferndalepubliclibrary.org

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UTR @ CMPL
by Jim Flury 12 May '16

12 May '16

Thank you for your support of Michigan's public libraries, Tom, Jim and Eric! All that and a new book coming, too :) http://www.macombdaily.com/general-news/20160511/clinton-macomb-public-libr… Jim 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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Library Director position closes Sunday, May 15! - Saline County, AR!
by Jobeth Bradbury 11 May '16

11 May '16

Library Director - Saline County (AR) Library System SERVE CONNECT EDUCATE ENTERTAIN. Build on outstanding community support and a record of success as the next Director of the Saline County Library System <http://www.salinecountylibrary.org/> . The Board of Trustees seek a responsive committed professional with a passion for public service ready to lead a thriving, well established public library system. The Director will honor and build on the Library's Strategic Plan and continue the relationships with County departments and offices as well as ongoing efforts to create a shared community vision of excellent library services. Governed by a five-member Board, the Library serves the 107,000 Saline County residents with a dedicated staff of 32 FTEs and a $3 million annual operating budget from two locations - the Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library (Benton) and the Mabel Boswell Memorial Library (Bryant). Saline County, central Arkansas, is one of Arkansas' fastest growing and most prosperous counties. Ideally located near bustling Little Rock, Saline County residents enjoy a quality of life in their varied smaller cities and towns while appreciating the ready access to the entertainment, shopping, and cultural offerings of the state capitol. Saline County offers excellent school systems, as well as a University of Arkansas satellite campus, a growing hospital, retail and other amenities. Many parks, waterways, golf courses, and the nearby Ouachita National Forest offer outdoor recreation. Saline County has it all - including a low cost of living and unemployment rate. Learn more about Saline County, the Library, and the position at Saline County Links <http://www.gossagesager.com/salinecolinks.htm> . Responsibilities. This is an administrative position with full responsibility for overseeing a single county library system with a headquarters library and one branch under the direction of the Saline County Library Board of Trustees. The Library Director recommends and provides regular financial reports to the Board; plans and directs an active continuing public relations program; represents the library in the community; attends library conferences and regional and statewide professional meetings; administers special projects required by the Library and Library Board such as building programs and millage campaigns; hires, trains, evaluates, and develops the administrative staff of the Library and administers personnel policies; is responsible for the Library's strategic planning process; develops strong relationships with community leaders and organizations, and works closely with the various departments and offices of the county government including the Quorum Court. Qualifications. A Master's degree in Library or Information Science from a graduate degree program accredited by the American Library Association and a minimum of 5 years administrative experience that demonstrates management ability and leadership qualities required to perform the essential functions of this position. Experience working with or reporting to a governing board is highly desirable. For the complete position description, see the Saline County Library Director position description. <http://www.gossagesager.com/salinecojobdesc.pdf> Compensation. The position offers a hiring salary range of $60,000-$75,000 (dependent upon experience and qualifications) and an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com> via email or phone. To start the application process, send a meaningful cover letter and resume as Word or pdf attachments to Karen Miller <mailto:karenmiller@gossagesager.com> . The position closes May 15, 2016. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for <http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=111489311 6172&sit=xckjbseib&f=15a6803e-8d83-46e6-8d14-545a610c8414> our newsletter to get the latest updates! --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

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Teen summer programs, reading & more from YALSA
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 11 May '16

11 May '16

Rethinking Summer Programs Read YALSA's latest position paper "Adopting a Summer Learning Approach for Increased Impact" for a rationale for why libraries need to rethink their traditional summer reading programming in order to better meet the serious needs and diverse interests of today's youth, especially underserved audiences. The paper also includes recommended strategies libraries can take transform their summer programming, as well as a list of selected resources. Access this free resource at: www.ala.org/yalsa/adopting-summer-learning-approach-increased-impact-yalsa-…<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/adopting-summer-learning-approach-increased-impact…> A free downloadable/printable "Teens' Top Ten" sheet is available here<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/sites/ala.org.yalsa/files/content/2016%20TTT%20Nom…>. Libraries can encourage teens to read these titles from now throughout the summer, and then vote for their favorites online beginning in August. Don't forget, Teen Read Week<http://teenreadweek.ning.com/> is Oct 9-15, 2016, and resources are now available. Registration & Travel Grant Open for YA Services Symposium Now through June 1st, apply for up to $1,000 to attend the YA Services Symposium this Nov. 4 - 6 in Pittsburgh, PA. The overall theme is "empowering teens to increase your library's impact. Learn more and view the preliminary program at www.ala.org/yalsa/yasymposium<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/yasymposium> You can also apply for CE funds through the Library of Michigan here<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-18668_63014-359559--…>. Thanks, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-335-8129 517-373-5700 f LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov>

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Re: [Michlib-l] Book Club Kits
by King, Barb 11 May '16

11 May '16

Hi I am interested in hearing from libraries that have had book club kits, but discontinued buying or offering them. Why did you discontinue the service? Thank you. Yours truly, Barbara King Reference Librarian St. Clair County Library Port Huron MI 48060

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Upcoming FREE Webinars from WebJunction!
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 11 May '16

11 May '16

Highlighted content from WebJunction · Social Library, STEM Edition<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/social-library-58.html>: check out great STEM related programming ideas shared by libraries on Facebook as well as a recent webinar archive from WebJunction and the staff at the Kitsap Regional Library (WA). · Censorship: Be Prepared for Challenges:<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/censorship-be-prepared.html> resources from the American Library Association’s Office for Intellectual Freedom and the National Coalition Against Censorship can help prepare for addressing challenges to materials in the library’s collection. Upcoming Webinars If you can’t attend a live session, all WebJunction webinars are recorded and available for free in the course catalog<http://learn.webjunction.org/>. Genealogy Essentials: Helping Patrons to Search for Family Roots Thursday, May 19, 2016 ♦ 3 pm Eastern / 12 pm Pacific ♦ 1 hour Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/genealogy-essentials.html The advent of the Internet liberated genealogy research. With the resulting ease of access, individual genealogy exploration has blossomed. However, many people pay for research services, not realizing that they can go to their public library for free, reliable tools and assistance. This webinar will teach library staff how to assist patrons with genealogical questions, using FamilySearch.org<https://familysearch.org/>, a leading genealogy resource. Learn the reference skills necessary to determine a patron’s research experience and reveal the problem to be solved. Learn how to orient patrons to available resources and introduce them to the principles of finding a record for a known ancestor. Become a better guide to your patron researchers and help them to connect successfully with the details and stories of their ancestry. Presented by: James Ison, FamilySearch.org<https://familysearch.org/> Public and Health Sciences Library Collaboration for Community Impact: Lessons from the MS Buddy Project Thursday, June 9, 2016 ♦ 3 pm Eastern / 12 pm Pacific ♦ 1 hour Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/ms-buddy-project.html When public library and health library expertise combine, amazing things can happen. The MS Buddy service was created by 3 public library staff members and 1 health sciences librarian in Utah, to connect patients with multiple sclerosis to accurate information and to each other through the use of the mobile technology. Join this webinar to learn about this innovative collaboration, its impact, and ways you can build buy-in for health programming at your library. MS Buddy co-creators will share strategies for identifying sustainable solutions for priority health topics, and provide guidance for working together effectively across library disciplines and locations. Participants will be introduced to the program toolkit, which they can use in planning and partnering to implement similar projects in their communities. Presented by: Erica Lake, Associate Director, Hope Fox Eccles Health Library, and Associate Librarian, Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library Katie Larsen, Library Technician, Tooele City Library, Utah Casey Cox, Library Technician, Tooele City Library, Utah Liesl Seborg, Senior Librarian, Adult Outreach & Programming, Salt Lake County Library Services, and winner of the 2016 ULA Librarian of the Year Award Evette Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Statewide Library Services Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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Recall: Funding to attend ARSL conference available from Library of Michigan
by White, Shannon (MDE) 11 May '16

11 May '16

White, Shannon (MDE) would like to recall the message, "Funding to attend ARSL conference available from Library of Michigan".

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