September 2016 - Michlib-l

New Pew Report: Digital Readiness Gaps
by Jim Flury 21 Sep '16

21 Sep '16

http://www.pewinternet.org/files/2016/09/PI_2016.09.20_Digital-Readiness-Ga… 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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KDL Uncorked: Ladies Night Events
by Heidi Nagel 20 Sep '16

20 Sep '16

[NEWS RELEASE][KDL Logo-NoWeb] Communications Department 814 West River Center N.E., Comstock Park, MI 49321-8955 Contact: Heidi Nagel, Manager of Communications & Programming Kent District Library, hnagel(a)kdl.org<mailto:hnagel@kdl.org> or 616-647-4146 For Immediate Release KDL Uncorked: Ladies Nights Grand Rapids, Mich.-Let's face it, not all of us can be born into a life of leisure. Most of the time we can't get even an hour away from our responsibilities. However, we think you deserve a break from the norm to enjoy an evening of art, socializing, good food and good wine. Kent District Library<http://www.kdl.org> has just the event worth hiring a babysitter for. As part of our fall programming series, we are offering KDL Uncorked: Ladies Night<http://www.kdl.org/events?field_event_type_tid=All&field_event_age_tid=All&…>-three opportunities for women to enjoy a fun get together and connect over art, food, and of course, wine. Bring your girlfriends and join us to evaluate art, sip wine and socialize. For the art, we are presenting a Reimagined Classics Book Cover Competition<http://www.kdl.org/events/reimagined-classics>. Artists can submit their reimagined artworks by Monday, September 26 by completing this form<http://www.kdl.org/events/book-cover-entry-form>, then bringing their physical piece to the KDL Service Center by Thursday, September 29 at noon. KDL Uncorked: Ladies Night attendees will vote for their favorites. As for the wine and food, delicious wine tastings will be provided by The Crushed Grape<http://www.crushedgrapegr.com/>, known for their incredible selection of both local and international wines. You will also find your new favorite pairings, thanks to chocolate and cheese tastings provided by The Cheese Lady<http://thecheeselady.net/>. KDL Uncorked events are, of course, for adults only, ages 21 and older. Join us for one or more of these three free Ladies Night events: * Thursday, September 29, 6-8 p.m. at the KDL Service and Meeting Center<https://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=814+West+River+Center+Dr.,+Comstock…>, 814 West River Center Dr. NE, Comstock Park. * Wednesday, October 19, 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch<http://www.kdl.org/locations/kentwood> of KDL, 4950 Breton SE, Kentwood. * Saturday, November 19, 6-8 p.m. at the East Grand Rapids Branch of KDL<http://www.kdl.org/locations/east-grand-rapids>, 746 Lakeside Dr. SE, East Grand Rapids. This News Release is available in digital format, with accompanying photo for sharing online or via social media at: http://www.kdl.org/kdl-uncorked-ladies-nights. Kent District Library is a public library system operating 18 branch libraries. KDL serves nearly 400,000 residents of 27 governmental units, comprising most of Kent County, Michigan. KDL is an IRS-designated 501(c)(3) nonprofit supported by millage dollars and private donations. #### Heidi Nagel KDL, Manager of Communications & Programming 814 West River Center, NE Comstock Park, MI 49321 616-647-4146 hnagel(a)kdl.org<mailto:hnagel@kdl.org> [50px_rss-square-social-media]<http://www.kdl.org/blog> [50px_facebook-square-social-media] <https://www.facebook.com/KentDistrictLibrary/> [50px_instagram-square-social-media] <https://www.instagram.com/kentdistrictlibrary/> [50px_twitter-square-social-media] <https://twitter.com/KDLNews> [50px_goodread-square-social-media] <https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/86141-kent-district-library/>

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Naturopathic medicine/healthy lifestyle community presentations
by Sheila Bissonnette 20 Sep '16

20 Sep '16

We are getting a number of requests from community members wanting to partner with my libraries to give community presentations regarding naturopathic medicine. I’m all for learning more about making healthy choices, however, this makes me feel a little uncomfortable. We have partnered with our local hospital on these types of community presentations, but since it is the hospital, I don’t have the same concerns. I’m curious if other libraries have also been approached by natural medicine people? If you did partner with them do you require some type of legal disclaimer? (Liking checking with your doctor before making medical decisions)? I’m feeling like this is not something I want to get involved in but I’m curious to hear from others who have faced this same issue. Thanks in advance for your input. Sheila Sheila M. Bissonnette, MLIS Library Director Pere Marquette District Library & Harrison District Library Pere Marquette District Library Harrison District Library 185 E. 4th Street 105 E. Main Street Clare, MI 48617 P.O. Box 380 www.pmdl.org<http://www.pmdl.org/> Harrison, MI 48625 www.harrisondistrictlibrary.org<applewebdata://A3DE025E-85A9-48C9-A8E3-C8FCFE2B2957/www.harrisondistrictlibrary.org%20> Phone: (989) 386-7576 ext 4 Phone: (989) 539-6711 Fax: (989) 386-3576 Fax: (989) 539-6301 Cell: (989) 878-0450 This organization is an equal opportunity employer If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online athttp://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request a form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send you completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, or by fax (202) 690-7442 or email atprogram.intake(a)usda.gov<mailto:program.intake@usda.gov>

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Banned Books Week in 5 Days
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 20 Sep '16

20 Sep '16

Please see the message below for some great resources from ALSC for #BannedBooksWeek. Additional resources can be found here: http://www.ala.org/bbooks/bannedbooksweek Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-335-8129 517-373-5700 f LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> From: alsc-l-request(a)lists.ala.org [mailto:alsc-l-request@lists.ala.org] On Behalf Of Kristin Pekoll Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2016 4:23 PM To: Kristin Pekoll <kpekoll(a)ala.org> Subject: [alsc-l] Banned Books Week in 5 Days Is this email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser<http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT01OTE1OTc5JnA9MSZ1PTEwNTgxNDAzNDgmbGk9Mz…>. [ALA Banned Books Week]<http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT01OTE1OTc5JnA9MSZ1PTEwNTgxNDAzNDgmbGk9Mz…> Banned Books Week is in 5 Days! Countdown: 5 more days until Banned Books Week! 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Procedure for active assault
by Megan Buck 20 Sep '16

20 Sep '16

Hi All, Does anyone have a procedure for an active assault that you would be willing to share? I am particularly interested in libraries that do not have a security person in the building and/or those that are a distance from the nearest law enforcement agency. We had a Board member suggest that perhaps the library desk should stock pepper spray for emergencies (such as a person who enters the building and starts attacking patrons). It was suggested I find out what other libraries are doing to train their staff and protect patrons in the event of an active assault of any kind. We do have a Policy for patron behavior, but it assumes that staff will be able to approach the patron and ask them to leave and/or issue a verbal warning that they will be calling the police. In the question above, we are assuming that reasoning with the person is not an option and response time may be long. Thank you! Megan

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z040 is in need of rubberbands
by Howe Memorial 20 Sep '16

20 Sep '16

Please and thank you Sandy Johnson Howe Memorial Library 128 E. Saginaw St. Breckenridge, Mi. 48615 989-842-3202

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Hoarding presentation
by Jennifer Hassell 20 Sep '16

20 Sep '16

Just a quick recommendation for a program. We had Terence Shulman do a presentation on hoarding last week that brought in 80 people. Terence runs the Shulman Center for Comulsive Theft, Spending and Hoarding (theshulmancenter.com) and has published several books on those topics. He was a funny and empathetic speaker and our patrons really enjoyed his talk. Thanks to Northville for the recommendation! Jen Hassell Adult Services Librarian Farmington Community Library jennifer.hassell(a)farmlib.org 248-553-0300 ext 217 "I see libraries and librarians as frontline soldiers in the war against illiteracy and the lack of imagination." - Neil Gaiman

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Saline District Library Assistant Director
by Mary Ellen Mulcrone 20 Sep '16

20 Sep '16

Greetings! Saline District Library has an opening for Assistant Director. TITLE: Assistant Director WAGE: Grade 18 $64,200 - $81,900 STATUS: Full-time; work schedule includes evenings and weekends REPORTS TO: Saline District Library Director POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Assistant Director will assist the Library Director in the administration of all public service functions by participating in system planning and managing the day-to-day operations of library services. The Assistant Director acts as head of the library in the absence of the Library Director. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY & ESSENTIAL DUTIES: General Administration & Management: Manage day-to-day operations; Assist with long-range planning, implementation of goals and evaluation of programs and services; Assist with annual budget preparation; Attend Library Board meetings and selected committee meetings; Hire, train, schedule, supervise and evaluate staff in partnership with department heads Public Relations: Oversee public relations, including branding, newsletter, website, press releases, presentations, etc. Facilities Management: Supervise maintenance of library building and grounds and recommend future space needs Outreach: Develop an outreach strategy that increases awareness of library services and collections to underserved populations Professional Development: Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance managerial and administrative skills and to keep abreast of new trends and developments in the library field; Encourage staff professional growth by supporting participation in workshops, seminars and other activities REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s Degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited graduate school; Eligible for Level 1 Librarian’s Professional Certificate from Library of Michigan; Three years of professional library experience with proven capabilities in management; Proficient with computer applications in a library setting; Ability to motivate, establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, staff, board of trustees, other community agencies and the general public; Demonstrated ability to: effectively communicate orally and in writing; organize and supervise the work of others; develop, plan and implement adult programming; stimulate interest in the use of library facilities; project a positive image of the library; set priorities in a changing environment and make timely decisions TO APPLY: Submit completed Saline District Library employment application (available at www.salinelibrary.org ), letter of application and resume to: Maryellen(a)salinelibrary.org or by mail to: Mary Ellen Mulcrone, Director, Saline District Library Applications received by Friday, October 14, 2016 will receive first consideration. Mary Ellen Mulcrone Director Saline District Library 555 N. Maple Rd. Saline, MI 48176 734-401-1283 www.salinelibrary.org

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Big Data Ignite conference next week in GR
by Marla Ehlers 19 Sep '16

19 Sep '16

If you've ever wondered how you could use big data at your library, there's an opportunity to learn more at a first-ever conference next week in Grand Rapids, Big Data Ignite http://www.bigdataignite.com/ The first day has several workshops geared towards the more technical among us while the second day has sessions that are more accessible for non-technical people who see the potential in using big data to make greater impact and better decisions in our work. Sasha Issenberg, author of The Victory Lab: The Secret Science of Winning Campaigns will deliver the keynote and presenters from Amazon, the State of Michigan, the Van Andel Institute, Dell, Cloudera, and more offer a variety of topics in breakout sessions. Not quite sure? The videos at http://www.bigdataignite.com/promo-video/ will tell you a bit more about what to expect and at the end of the second there's a 25% discount code you can use. And if that isn't incentive enough, ArtPrize http://www.artprize.org/ will be in full swing. Hope to see you in GR next week! Marla --

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Colson Whitehead book is claimed.
by Kate, Scheid 19 Sep '16

19 Sep '16

Kate Scheid, MLIS Director Holly Township Library 1116 N. Saginaw Holly, MI 48442 248-634-1754 hollytownshiplibrary.org [Picture1]

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book for sale
by Kate, Scheid 19 Sep '16

19 Sep '16

We inadvertently reordered Colson Whitehead's, The Underground Railroad. It's an Oprah book and our cost is $14.50. Let me know 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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Tenure Track Faculty Position at Wayne State
by Stephen Bajjaly 19 Sep '16

19 Sep '16

The Wayne State University School of Library and Information Science seeks an Assistant/Associate/Full Professor who will perform research and teach in one or more of the following areas: archives, collection development, digital preservation, information security, social media, plus teach one of the SLIS core courses. Candidates are expected to contribute to the growing and dynamic online teaching environment. The School of Library and Information Science offers the M.L.I.S. degree, a specialist certificate, graduate certificates in archival administration, information management, children and youth services in urban libraries, Michigan School Library Media Endorsement, and a joint MLIS and MA in history degree. The School currently has approximately 450 enrolled students. A complete position description is attached. Qualified candidates should submit electronically a complete resume and letter of interest including the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references to position posting number: 042193. Applicants must apply through Wayne State University's ON-LINE HIRING SYSTEM at http://jobs.wayne.edu<http://jobs.wayne.edu/>. Review process will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Expected starting date is August 2017. A summer appointment may be considered. Application and nomination of minority candidates strongly encouraged. Please contact Dr. Deborah Charbonneau, Search Committee Chair, at dcharbon(a)wayne.edu<mailto:dcharbon@wayne.edu> regarding position specifics. Stephen T. Bajjaly Associate Dean and Professor Wayne State University School of Library & Information Science www.slis.wayne.edu<http://www.slis.wayne.edu>

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Job Opening - Director
by Katie Manting-Kirk 19 Sep '16

19 Sep '16

Library Director - Jamestown Township (MI) Located in beautiful west Michigan, the Patmos Library is the heart of our rural community. The 12,000 sq.ft. turn of the century styled library was built in 1999 on an interurban train station site from over 100 years ago. Our excellent schools and family friendly community are the driving force in making us the fastest growing township in the Ottawa county. With a bright future ahead of us, we are looking for someone with enthusiasm and the know how to help us move onward and upward! Job Summary: The Patmos library director, under the direction of the library board, is responsible for the daily operation as well as the daily management of the library. These duties include hiring, management of personnel, initiates development and implementation of the budget, long ranges plans and policies, implements board policies, oversees educational, cultural, and informational services and programs. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Prepares annual budget for the board approval, monitors administration of gift, state, and federal money. Supervises personal directly; hires and trains employees; assigns and monitors work; evaluates personnel; disciplines employees as necessary . Pursues appropriate granting opportunities. Promotes and demonstrates excellent service to the public. Creates an environment where patrons and staff feel valued and welcomed. Supervises the physical plant of the library. Covers circulation clerk duties as needed. Represents Jamestown Twp. at meetings and conferences within township, state, and national meetings. Attends Lakeland Library Cooperative advisory council meetings. Writes and submits appropriate reports to local and state agencies. Maintains all library statistics, records, and correspondence and report to appropriate governing bodies as required. Answers questions and responds to complaints. Acts as the libraries FOIA officer. Evaluates services, programs, and materials as they meet the community’s needs. Works with library board in establishing policies to the staff. Coordinates selection of materials for collection. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university. Master of Library Science (MLS) degree from ALA accredited program preferred. 3 to 5 years previous experience working in public library setting Proficiency with professional office computer applications. Familiarity with online Social Media and other online applications. Capability to organize work and perform multiple tasks. Strong oral and written communication skills. Enthusiastic and positive public service orientation For more information, please see attached Job Description Applications will be accepted until November 1, 2016. Interviews will be held starting on November 9, 2016. Interested individuals should provide a cover letter that specifically addresses the position requirements, a resume, and three references with contact information (including email address) to: Email Address: jamkmk(a)llcoop.org Or mail to: Patmos Library ATTN: Katie Manting-Kirk 2445 Riley St. P.O. Box 87 Jamestown, MI 49427

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"Merging a Friends and Foundation" webinar from United for Libraries
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 19 Sep '16

19 Sep '16

United for Libraries is offering a discount on the following webinar for members: Michigan Libraries can participate as Members for the discounted cost of $50 to participate live or access the recording. Please see information below for details on the webinar and registration. Michigan libraries registering DO NOT need a membership number to register - United for Libraries will use your Michigan Address as confirmation of your membership. United for Libraries will present a webinar on "Merging a Friends and Foundation<http://www.ala.org/united/training/webinars>" from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern time on Tuesday, Oct. 4. In the library world today, there is a huge need for support organizations - friends and foundations - but often the lines between these two groups are blurred and their work counter-productive. In this webinar, presenters Peter Pearson and Sue Hall will discuss the difference in the roles of friends and foundations and identify areas where there can be conflict - and present strategies for minimizing conflict. They will also address the question "When is it time for the two organizations to merge?" and share solutions for engaging in a merger process that minimizes pain and maximizes potential. Pearson and Hall will also talk about national challenges and trends for friends and foundations. To register, visit www.ala.org/united/training/webinars<http://www.ala.org/united/training/webinars>. Webinar participants will learn: * What is happening to friends groups and foundations across the country; * To identify the signs that your support organizations should consider merging; * What a merged organization should look like; * How to conduct a process that honors members of both organizations; * How to ensure that the newly-merged organization is successful. Peter Pearson is the president of The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library (the Library's foundation) and Lead Consultant with Library Strategies. One of the leading experts on library development and advocacy in the U.S., Pearson has led The Friends for nearly 25 years and is recognized as one of the most successful library fundraisers in the country. Sue Hall is the director of Library Strategies, a consulting group of The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library. Hall has more than 20 years of experience working with libraries and library organizations in the areas of fundraising, strategic planning and capacity building. Since Hall and Pearson founded Library Strategies, the consulting group has worked in 37 states and eastern Europe. Both Hall and Pearson were contributing writers to Public Libraries' bi-monthly fundraising column and were authors of Library Strategies' book, Beyond Book Sales: Raising Real Money for Your Library, which was published by Neal Schuman Publishers through ALA Publishing. The cost of the webinar is $75, $50 United for Libraries members. To register, visit www.ala.org/united/training/webinars<http://www.ala.org/united/training/webinars>, call (800) 545-2433, ext. 2161, or email united(a)ala.org<mailto:united@ala.org>. Registration is limited for the live webinar. Jillian Wentworth Marketing/Public Relations Specialist United for Libraries A division of the American Library Association 859 W. Lancaster Ave., Unit 2-1 Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 phone (800) 545-2433, ext. 2161 www.ala.org/united like United for Libraries on Facebook: www.facebook.com/unitedforlibraries follow United for Libraries on Twitter: twitter.com/ala_united Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library of Michigan www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517-335-8132 MembielaC(a)michigan.gov Information within this message is for educational and informational purposes only. No information in this message constitutes, nor should be interpreted as, legal advice or opinion. Our collective efforts can help make Michigan a Top 10 education state in 10 years! Here are the goals and strategies: http://mi.gov/top10in10/ [cid:image001.png@01D2039A.4E4BC0C0]

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PLEASE POST - on community boards and share on social media
by Miriam Andrus 19 Sep '16

19 Sep '16

Hello Fellow Library Professionals, I am sit on the board of a community organization in Big Rapids called Festival of the Arts. This festival runs January 28th through the month of February and brings in artists from all over the county. This year as part of our kick-off event we want to encourage artists from around Michigan to show their art forms and give them the opportunity to sell their artwork if wanted. If you could please help me raise awareness of this opportunity for artists in Michigan it would be greatly appreciated. If you are able to post it on your social media platforms and place a flyer on your community boards I would be forever grateful! The Big Rapids Community is hoping to bring in hundreds of artists and we are hoping to give everyone the opportunity who wants to participate. Please help us spread the word! Much thanks! Miriam Andrus, Director Big Rapids Community Library p.s. I am also sending this to several arts organizations around Michigan but if you have personal connections to any, please feel free to pass along the information.

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Children's Librarian Job Posting
by Kaela Cochran 19 Sep '16

19 Sep '16

Lincoln Township Public Library Stevensville, MI Children’s Librarian Open: 10-Sept-2016 to 7-Oct-2016 $15.61/Hour Hours per Week: 30 Number of Openings: 2 Union: 2% raise on April 1, 2017 and 8% raise after first year of employment JOB SUMMARY: Under administrative direction, the Children’s Librarian will participate in the activities of the Youth Services Department and staff the public service desk as needed. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: · Provides programs for children and their families, including during the annual children’s summer reading program. Duties include, but are not limited to: planning, presenting, and evaluating programs; networking with community groups; tracking statistics; and preparing supporting materials. · Prepares, presents, and/or assists in weekly story times. · Staffs public services desks as operations require. · Maintain cleanliness and order of Early Literacy Center. · Promotes infant, early literacy, child, and adolescent learning and development in a balanced and comprehensive manner. · Creates bibliographies, user guides, promotional materials, and publicity spotlighting the Youth Services Department’s collections, services, and programs. · Provides reference and reader’s advisory services to adults and children, including face to face interactions and preparation of reading lists. · Creates displays to enhance the library experience and promote the use of library resources. · Contributes to social media platforms and the Early Literacy Newsletter. · Assists in maintaining and developing a collection of youth materials, both print and non-print, which includes selecting items for purchase and withdrawal under the direction of the Head of Youth Services. · Makes suggestions for equipment purchases and maintenance of the department. · Performs other related work as required or assigned by management. JOB REQUIREMENTS: · This job requires a Masters of Library and/or Information Science from an American Library Association accredited library school. · Successful experience working with children. · Professional experience working in public library preferred. · Working knowledge and understanding of basic library principles, procedures, technology, goals, and philosophy of service. · Ability to plan and implement library service goals and evaluate effectiveness of service to our patrons. · Demonstrated capacity to set priorities in order to meet assignment deadlines. · Capability to enforce library policies and make sound judgment decisions when necessary. · Competence to read and understand information contained in memoranda, reports, bulletins, and other written forms. · Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to interact with various library staff and patron in an effective and courteous manner. Effectively communicate in both verbal and written form. · Aptitude to prepare presentations and speak in front of groups. · Capacity to identify networking opportunities and communicate with others in the profession, especially other children’s librarians. · Skill to do basic math without the aid of a calculator and more complex calculations with a calculator. · Capability to write and administer a budget effectively. · Knowledge of technology functions such as email, internet searching, printing, and basic word processing and spreadsheet software. · Willingness to maintain skills in above-mentioned areas through active participation in appropriate professional learning experiences. · Ability to operate a variety of library equipment including a telephone, computer, fax and copy machine, printer, calculator, cash register, audiovisual equipment, library automation systems, software programs, and other equipment as added or required. · Position requires some evening and weekend shift availability. To be considered for this position please submit your library application, resume and cover letter to Lincoln Township Public Library Youth Services Manager Kaela Cochran at kcochran(a)lincolnlib.org by October 7, 2016. Employment applications can be accessed at http://lincolntownshiplibrary.org/employment/. Kaela Cochran Head of Youth Services Lincoln Township Public Library 2099 W. John Beers Rd. Stevensville, MI 49127 www.lincolntownshiplibrary.org / 269-429-9575 kcochran(a)lincolnlib.org

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Summer Reading Survey due 9/30/16
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 19 Sep '16

19 Sep '16

Please take a few minutes to complete the annual SRP Statistic survey, it provides us with useful feedback: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/M9B9NZY Adult program, Teen & Children's stats are all covered in the 1 survey, but you do not need to complete all 3 age groups, just the one(s) you coordinate. If you're submitting a district-wide report, please note that in the "Name of branch" box. Please submit your responses by Friday, September 30, 2016. 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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Larry Martin's WWII In Their Own Words
by Smith, Donna 19 Sep '16

19 Sep '16

Jackson District Library was pleased to host Larry Martin and guest Sigrid Burkhardt Howard who was born in Berlin, Germany in 1927. She was by her own words "brainwashed" into thinking Hitler was a god as a member of the Hitler Youth and believed everything he said. She was "de-Nazifide" after the war and later married an American soldier. The program drew a huge crowd and the audience was enthralled by the talk and !&A. On October 1, Larry invites Don Mericle, a United States Navy Gunner's Mate aboard the USS Cofer APD-62. He will talk about his assignment on the Destroyer escort; invasions; and rescues during his enlistment. Martin will also have a collection of World War II memorabilia on display. This presentation is free and open to the public. Mr. Martin has presented a 4-part series at Jackson District Library for the past 10 years bringing over 4,000 people to see and hear about personal experiences from Veterans who served in WWII and how the war had affected citizens from different walks of life. If your library is interested in hosting one of Larry's presentations, he can be reached at batt.chief(a)yahoo.com<mailto:batt.chief@yahoo.com> and more information can be found on his website: LMWW2.com Donna Donna Smith Marketing Officer [JDL Logo CMYK for print 300dpi small] 244 W. Michigan Avenue Jackson, MI 49201 Ph: 517-788-4099, ext. 1314 Fax: 517-788-6024 www.myjdl.com

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Please share
by Simlar, Cathleen (MDOS) 16 Sep '16

16 Sep '16

Hello. The Secretary of State's office now houses a tool that can help parents protect children and teens when they are on their electronic devices. We are hoping libraries will consider sharing the article below with your patrons via library websites and newsletters. Attached is the logo and a photo if you'd like to include them. Much thanks! Parents have new tool to protect children and teens With cell phones and the Internet, today's kids have an easy connection to the outside world. It's like a huge playground without a fence and that makes protecting kids so much harder. The reality of the digital world is that children and teens are regularly inundated with electronic advertisements promoting alcohol, tobacco, pornography and gambling. The companies behind these ads are increasingly using text messaging as their marketing strategy of choice, though they often don't know the age of the recipients. Thankfully, parents now have some help to stop these ads. The Michigan Child Protection Registry offered through the Michigan Secretary of State's office is a free service that blocks adult ads from reaching emails, mobile phones and Instant Messenger IDs belonging to children and teens. Similar to the federal Do Not Call List, the Michigan Child Protection Registry is a free do-not-contact service for Michigan residents. Signing-up takes only seconds and the information entered is kept secure and private. Protect your child today. Cathleen Simlar Cathleen P. Simlar Communications Specialist, Executive Office Michigan Department of State Office: (517) 373-9080 Cell: (248) 761-7145 Email: Simlarc(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Simlarc@michigan.gov> Join My Professional network on LinkedIn<blocked::http://www.linkedin.com/pub/cathleen-simlar/18/798/235> [Description: Description: Description: SOS logo small] <http://www.michigan.gov/sos> STAY CONNECTED: [Description: Description: Description: Facebook logo]<http://www.facebook.com/MichiganSoS> [Description: Description: Description: Twitter logo] <https://twitter.com/michsos> [Description: Description: Description: YouTube logo] <http://www.youtube.com/michsosoffice> [Description: Description: Description: GovDelivery logo] <https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MISOS/subscriber/new>

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ICLR Meeting - International Collections
by Lynn Skazalski 16 Sep '16

16 Sep '16

The International Collections Librarians' Roundtable (ICLR) will be meeting next month at the Caroline Kennedy Library in Dearborn Heights. The ICLR is a grass-roots, non-partisan group of Michigan librarians interested in developing international language, ESL, and literacy collections. At the meeting librarians will have the opportunity to network, discuss new programming efforts, evaluate vendors or materials and share resources. The meeting will be at the Caroline Kennedy Library on *Thursday, October 6* . * Lunch will be at the library at 12:00 pm*, with food from Al Ameer Restaurant, winner of the 2016 America's Classic award by the James Beard Foundation. The *meeting will begin at 1:00* *pm*. In the works is a tour of a mosque prior to the lunch. If this tour can be confirmed, I will send an additional message. Please RSVP to me by email or phone by Friday, September 30. Also, please send me items for the agenda. -- Lynn Bryer Skazalski Supervising Librarian, MILS, MS Caroline Kennedy Library 24590 George Street Dearborn Heights, MI 48127 lskazalski(a)ci.dearborn-heights.mi.us 313-791-3824

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The Boy Who Harnassed the Wind author William Kamkwamba to speak in Alpena 9/29
by Eric Magness-Eubank 16 Sep '16

16 Sep '16

All things are made possible when your dreams are powered by your heart. William Kamkwamba. The Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library has chosen William Kamkwamba’s The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind as this year’s Alpena Reads book. Tickets for William Kamkwamba’s Alpena Reads author talk are now on sale at the Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.alpenalibrary.org or by calling 989-356-6188, ext. 10. Tickets are $10 each. William’s true-life story is amazing. In 2000, when he was thirteen years old, famine struck his home country of Malawi. His family went hungry and lost their livelihood when the crops failed. The following year he was forced to drop out of school because his family could no longer afford his tuition. Fearing a life of ignorance and poverty, the young teen turned to the tiny three-shelf library in his village in search of books he hoped would help him keep up with his friends. In these books, he found his dream: He would build a windmill that would produce power to light his home and irrigate his family’s crops. With insufficient English skills and no teacher, he taught himself the basics of physics and electrical engineering using diagrams in the books. At fourteen, against all odds, he built an electricity-generating windmill that eventually drew the attention of the world. Kamkwamba’s visit will be the culmination of a community-wide read of his book The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, a non-fiction account of how famine and hardship in his home country of Malawi inspired Kamkwamba to build a windmill that changed his life and his community. More information is available on the Library’s website (www.alpenalibrary.org) or by calling 989.356.6188 Eric Magness-Eubank Library Director Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library emeacl(a)alpenalibrary.org 989.356.6188 ex 11

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Fwd: UM-Dearborn Writing Contest for Grades 3-5
by Barbara Kriigel 16 Sep '16

16 Sep '16

4th Annual Writing Contest for Grades 3-5 [image: 4th Annual Writing Contest for Grades 3-5] *4th Annual** Writing Contest for Grades 3 - 5* [image: Image of contest logo] *Support Children's Literacy * Encourage your students or children to creatively express themselves through their writing. Reading and writing are critical literacy skills for children to develop, especially in the elementary grades. Our 4th Annual Young Authors' Festival provides an opportunity for children to develop these skills and for parents to learn tips and techniques for supporting their children's literacy development. Please take this opportunity to support children's literacy! *Writing Contest Theme: The Importance of Family and Helping Others* Christopher Paul Curtis's book, *Bud, Not Buddy*, highlights the importance of family and helping others. We invite students to write a personal narrative, poem, or essay related to the importance of family. We also encourage students to write about personal family stories and memories. If students do not want to write about a personal experience, they may write about someone they know, make up characters, etc. Awards are given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners for each of the grades along with one grand prize winner. Students who win awards will be invited to read their entries at the Nov. 12th festival. [image: Image of computer] *Writing Contest Rules* - Students in the 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade may enter. - Submit one piece of writing: essay, poem, or narrative - Illustrations may be included - 500-word limit - Writing must be original - Typed entries only - Include a title - 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners will be selected from each grade, plus one grand prize winner. - Winners will receive Barnes & Noble gift cards and be invited to read aloud their entries at the Young Authorsʼ Festival on Nov. 12, 2016. [image: Image of paper and pen] - *Do not put the student's name on the entry. A second sheet must be submitted with the following information:* - Name and grade - Home address - Title of contest entry - School name and address - Name, email address, and phone number of sponsoring teacher or parent [image: Image of mailbox] *Due Date: Friday, October 14, 2016* - Entries must be emailed or postmarked by Friday, Oct. 14, 2016; late entries cannot be accepted - *Emailed documents are preferred* - Winners will be notified in late October or early November - Email digital entries as an attachment to: yaf-contest(a)umich.edu - Mail paper entries to: Barbara Kriigel, Mardigian Library, Univ. of Michigan-Dearborn, 4901 Evergreen, Dearborn, MI 48128 *FREE!! Young Authors' Festival, Saturday, November 12, 2016 FREE!!* Everyone is invited to attend the Young Authors' Festival on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2016 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the University of Michigan-Dearborn's Mardigian Library. Christopher Paul Curtis, Michigan author and Newbery Medal winner, is the special guest speaker. The event also includes *fun breakout sessions for children* to develop their writing and reading skills, and for adults to learn tips for supporting their children's literacy development. The Festival is *FREE* and open to the public. Registration begins Monday, Oct. 10, 2016. For more details, see the event's website: http://library.umd.umich.edu/yaf <https://t.e2ma.net/click/vo3oj/b5m7ke/7pgdcd> Directions to the campus are at: http://umdearborn.edu/maps_directions/ <https://t.e2ma.net/click/vo3oj/b5m7ke/nihdcd> [image: Free event image] FREE EVENT ON NOV. 12 [image: Christopher Paul Curtis image] Christopher Paul Curtis 2016 Guest Speaker *Bud, Not Buddy* Newbery Medal Winner 2000 [image: Image of question mark] *Questions???* Email Barbara Kriigel at bkriigel(a)umich.edu or call her at 313-593-5614. *Sponsored by:* [image: Image of sponsors' logos] University of Michigan-Dearborn | http://umdearborn.edu <https://t.e2ma.net/click/vo3oj/b5m7ke/3aidcd> *Share this email:* <https://t.e2ma.net/share/outbound/e/vo3oj/b5m7ke> <https://t.e2ma.net/share/outbound/t/vo3oj/b5m7ke> <https://t.e2ma.net/share/outbound/f/vo3oj/b5m7ke> <https://t.e2ma.net/share/outbound/l/vo3oj/b5m7ke> *Manage* <https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/47106/27997/260217181/> your preferences | *Opt out* <https://t.e2ma.net/optout/vo3oj/b5m7ke?r=aHR0cHM6Ly9hcHAuZTJtYS5uZXQvYXBwMi…> using *TrueRemove*™ Got this as a forward? *Sign up* <https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/47106/27997.15807837/> to receive our future emails. View this email *online* <https://t.e2ma.net/message/vo3oj/b5m7ke>. 4901 Evergreen Road Alfred Berkowitz Gallery, Mardigian Library Dearborn, MI | 48128 US <#m_3336053609574422609_> This email was sent to bkriigel(a)umich.edu. *To continue receiving our emails, add us to your address book.* <http://bkriigel@umich.edu>

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packing material
by Montmorency Library - Lewiston Branch 16 Sep '16

16 Sep '16

Does anyone have any packing materials they could send to the Atlanta branch, they are very low. Thank you so much! Please send to ZV017A. Wendy Rieck Branch Librarian Lewiston Library ZV017L 989-786-2985 lewistonlibrary(a)montmorencylibrary.com --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

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FW: Gale - Legal Forms enhancements
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 16 Sep '16

16 Sep '16

Hello, Good news! The Gale Legal Forms interface has been enhanced, and is now mobile responsive. These enhancements increase accessibility and improve usability of the product so that it's easy for users to navigate on any device. Users will appreciate the same reliable, up-to-date content on a modern interface with streamlined navigation and responsive design giving access to authentic, professional legal documents-and this is the only digital resource to offer legal forms that are state-specific. We hope you and your patrons enjoy the new look and feel of the resource. Check it out by clicking "Gale LegalForms" at mel.org/legal<http://mel.org/legal> Best regards, Deb D. R. Biggs, MA AMLS Library Consultant/MeL & Library Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan/Michigan Department of Education 517-373-4466 [cid:image001.png@01D21022.483DD530]<http://facebook.com/mel.org> [cid:image002.png@01D21022.483DD530] <http://mel.org/> [cid:image003.png@01D21022.483DD530] <http://twitter.com/meldotorg>

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Interesting FOIA news
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 16 Sep '16

16 Sep '16

Amendments to FOIA that are working their way through the legislature... http://michiganradio.org/term/foia Enjoy! Clare Clare Membiela MLS,JD Library of Michigan Membielac(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Membielac@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 Sent from my iPad

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