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

11 May '16

You can also apply for funding to support your attendance at ARSL through the Library of Michigan Continuing Education program. For full details visit: http://w3.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-18668_63014-359559--,… Shannon ----------------------- Shannon White Director of Statewide Library Services 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 From: michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] On Behalf Of Colleen Leddy Sent: Wednesday, May 11, 2016 2:41 PM To: michlib-l <Michlib-l(a)mcls.org>; WLC <WLC(a)monroe.lib.mi.us> Subject: [Michlib-l] ARSL Conference Scholarship Opportunity Passing along this info from the Association for Rural and Small Libraries... Want to attend a national conference that caters specifically to small and rural libraries, but just can't afford to get to Fargo, ND out of this year's budget? Well, now is the time to apply for one of three ARSL Conference Scholarships! Information regarding eligibility and application forms for the 3 scholarships to ARSL 2016 are now available on the ARSL website<http://arsl.info/annual-conference-awards-calendar/award-scholarship-info-2/>. The conference is October 27-29th at the Holiday Inn- Fargo. Should that link not work, please copy and paste the following into your address bar http://arsl.info/annual-conference-awards-calendar/award-scholarship-info-2/ Scholarships are for first time attendees only and are open to anyone regardless of membership. Many scholarship winners in the past have left the conference knowing that ARSL is definitely for them and have become repeat attendees. We hope that this year's winners feel the same way. Applications must be received by 5:00 pm CST on June 30, 2016 to be considered. And if you have any questions about the process or have any trouble with the application form, please do not hesitate to contact the scholarship committee at scholarship(a)arsl.info<mailto:scholarship@arsl.info> Good Luck to you! Julie Elmore ARSL Conference PR 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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ARSL Conference Scholarship Opportunity
by Colleen Leddy 11 May '16

11 May '16

Passing along this info from the Association for Rural and Small Libraries... Want to attend a national conference that caters specifically to small and rural libraries, but just can't afford to get to Fargo, ND out of this year's budget? Well, now is the time to apply for one of three ARSL Conference Scholarships! Information regarding eligibility and application forms for the 3 scholarships to ARSL 2016 are now available on the ARSL website <http://arsl.info/annual-conference-awards-calendar/award-scholarship-info-2/>. The conference is October 27-29th at the Holiday Inn- Fargo. Should that link not work, please copy and paste the following into your address bar http://arsl.info/annual-conference-awards-calendar/award-scholarship-info-2/ Scholarships are for first time attendees only and are open to anyone regardless of membership. Many scholarship winners in the past have left the conference knowing that ARSL is definitely for them and have become repeat attendees. We hope that this year's winners feel the same way. Applications must be received by 5:00 pm CST on June 30, 2016 to be considered. And if you have any questions about the process or have any trouble with the application form, please do not hesitate to contact the scholarship committee at scholarship(a)arsl.info Good Luck to you! Julie Elmore ARSL Conference PR 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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Optometry and Life Sciences Librarian
by Kristy L Motz 11 May '16

11 May '16

The Ferris Library for Information, Technology, & Education (FLITE) at Ferris State University (Big Rapids, Michigan) invites applications for a collaborative and service-oriented Optometry and Life Sciences Librarian to participate in collection management, research support, outreach, and instruction for faculty and students in optometry, biological sciences, and select health sciences fields. Ferris State University has a student enrollment exceeding 14,000 and offers 180 programs. Ferris State University is home to the Michigan College of Optometry (MCO), one of 22 accredited optometry programs in the United States. Required: ALA-accredited master's degree. Minimum of two years of experience in academic libraries involving public services or health sciences. Evidence of a strong commitment to public service. Evidence of excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of research resources and tools related to optometry, life sciences, and health sciences. Evidence of the ability to adapt to new technologies quickly. Excellent problem solving skills and sound judgment in dealing with work-related challenges and issues. Demonstrated ability to work independently as a self-starter and collaboratively with others in a team environment. Ability to coordinate and manage projects. Ability to be innovative and flexible in an ever-changing environment. Valid driver's license. For a complete posting or to apply, access the electronic applicant system by logging on to https://employment.ferris.edu/postings/25455. Preference will be given to applications received by May 30, 2016. Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University's Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: ferris.edu/non-discrimination. Applicants requiring accommodation or assistance completing an application or participating in the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (231) 591-2150 or fsujobs(a)ferris.edu<mailto:fsujobs@ferris.edu>. Kristy Motz Library Instruction Coordinator FLITE 140H Ferris State University Big Rapids MI 49307 231-591-3625

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Mich PA and manuels free
by Kate, Scheid 11 May '16

11 May '16

We have available to anyone interested Michigan manuals from the 1950s-1990s as well as MPA 1891, 1919, 1921, 1935, 1937, 1939, 1941, 1943, 1945, 1947, 1949, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1964-1980, 1982-1995 free if they can be transported through RIDES. Please reply off list if you are interested. Kate Scheid, MLIS Director Holly Township Library 1116 N. Saginaw Holly, MI 48442 248-634-1754 hollytownshiplibrary.org [Picture1]

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CANCELLED: ALSC National Institute in September
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 11 May '16

11 May '16

This just in: ALSC Board has voted to Cancel its 2016 National Institute in North Carolina. Details: http://americanlibrariesmagazine.org/blogs/the-scoop/alsc-board-votes-cance… All those registered for the ALSC National Institute will receive a full refund of the registration fees without penalty and will be contacted directly with further information in the coming days. 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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FW: Call for Proposals: National Youth Services Management and Leadership Conference
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 11 May '16

11 May '16

If anyone is interested in presenting at the 2017 Power Up Conference in Madison, WI see the call for proposals below, along with a link for more information. Don't forget you can apply for CE funds with the Library of Michigan at 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> [cid:image001.png@01D1A46B.DA1302F0] From: Schmidt, Tessa M. DPI [mailto:Tessa.Schmidt@dpi.wi.gov] Sent: Wednesday, May 11, 2016 8:35 AM To: 'yscon(a)lists.ncmail.net' (yscon(a)lists.ncmail.net<mailto:yscon@lists.ncmail.net>) <yscon(a)lists.ncmail.net<mailto:yscon@lists.ncmail.net>> Subject: [YSCON] Call for Proposals: National Youth Services Management and Leadership Conference Hello YS Con Friends, Please consider the call for proposals below. This is shaping up to be an amazing, one of a kind event. I know the planners want to cast a wide net, so please spread the word to your people. Thanks so much, Tessa Michaelson Schmidt Public Library Youth and Special Services Consultant Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction 125 South Webster Street / PO Box 7841 Madison, WI 53703 P: (608) 267-5077 F: (608) 267-9207 tessa.schmidt(a)dpi.wi.gov<mailto:tessa.schmidt@dpi.wi.gov> Youth and Special Services<http://pld.dpi.wi.gov/pld_ys-sn> Call for Proposals: Do you have ideas about management and leadership in Youth Services? UW-Madison, School of Library and Information Studies is pleased to offer Power Up, a brand new conference to share your exciting ideas! Gretchen Caserotti, Library Director at Meridian (ID) Library District, is kicking off our conference as the keynote speaker. Deborah Taylor of the Enoch Pratt Free Library (Baltimore, MD) is serving as our closing speaker. The conference will take place in Madison, Wisconsin on March 30-31st, 2017 and will be accepting proposals until July 31, 2016. Topics may include, but are not limited to: strategic planning, collaborations, ethics, leadership pathways, advocacy, mentorship, managing change, work/life balance, staff motivation, and innovation. Youth services librarians and staff from all over the country are invited to attend! Please submit a 200-250 word description of your proposed session to Meredith Lowe, mclowe(a)wisc.edu<mailto:mclowe@wisc.edu>, by July 31, 2016. Sessions at the conference will be one hour (45 minutes of presentation, 15 minutes of discussion). Panel presentations are accepted. All selected sessions will receive one complimentary conference registration and a discount for staff members they wish to join them at the conference. For additional information, please bookmark and stop by the conference website http://www.slis.wisc.edu/power-up.htm

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Journalist and Author Karen Dybis at Livonia Civic Center Library
by Paige Plant 11 May '16

11 May '16

Journalist and author Karen Dybis will be at the Livonia Civic Center Library at 7 pm on Tuesday, May 24 to discuss the history of Detroit-area potato chip companies and present her book, Better Made In Michigan: The Salty Story of Detroit's Best Chip. Books will be available for purchase and signing after the presentation (and potato chips will be provided!). Registration is not required. Please call 734.466.2491 for more information. -- Paige Plant Librarian Livonia Civic Center Library 32777 Five Mile Road Livonia MI 48154 734.466.2494 "I read everything. The library fed me." --Louise Erdrich, when asked 'What kind of reader were you as a child?'

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MCLS Twitter chat on partnerships
by Michelle 11 May '16

11 May '16

Join us every third Thursday in 2016, at 2pm Eastern (1pm Central), for a series of Twitter chats on topics of significance to libraries and library staff. Our chat next week, May 19, will feature Emily Bunyan, Director of the Knox County Public Library in Vincennes, IN. She will be chatting with us about finding the right partners, and working with them the right way. Use the hashtag #MCLSChat to join or follow the conversation. Visit the MCLS web page for more information about participating in our Twitter chats. https://portal.mcls.org/training-events/events/third-thursday-twitter-chats… Michelle Bradley Manager, Member Engagement Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Indiana 8024 W. Nickel Plate Court Mulberry, IN 46058 Michigan 1407 Rensen St. Suite 1 Lansing, MI 48910 Phone: 800-530-9019 ext. 125 bradleym(a)mcls.org http://mcls.org

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Book and Paper Artist at the Library of Michigan
by Murphy, Edwina (MDE) 11 May '16

11 May '16

21st Century Book Design with artist Spencer Charles Mr. Charles, a resident of Brooklyn, New York, specializes in typographic and hand-lettering. An independent designer, he specializes in logos, packaging and book design. Please come and join us to hear about the process of bringing beautiful books to the market. Art will be available for purchase. Date: May 14, 2016 Time: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM Location: 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48909<http://www.bing.com/maps/?v=2&where1=702%20W%2E%20Kalamazoo%20St%2E%2C%20La…> Edwina A. Murphy Michigan Collection Librarian Michigan Center for the Book Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 www.facebook.com/MichiganCenterfortheBook<http://www.facebook.com/MichiganCenterfortheBook> www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan<http://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan>

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Recall: Boor and Paper Artist at the Library of Michigan
by Murphy, Edwina (MDE) 11 May '16

11 May '16

Murphy, Edwina (MDE) would like to recall the message, "Boor and Paper Artist at the Library of Michigan".

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