January 2017 - Michlib-l

New Research on Staff and Leadership Development in technical Services Online Course!
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 26 Jan '17

26 Jan '17

Brought to you by the Association for Library Collections & Technical Services. Wednesday, 2/15/2017 Session 2 of the five-session series Re-envisioning Technical Services: Identifying Leadership and Talent Management Best Practices Over the past several years, the area of technical services has evolved and the boundaries of technical services has become fuzzy. The scope of technical services is changing and interconnecting with other areas of the profession. Library technical services departments and staff now have unique and special training needs prompted by changing standards, new formats, and innovative technologies. In addition, technical services, like other departments in libraries, are facing leadership and succession planning issues. In 2015-2016, the Association of Library Collections & Technical Services President's Program Committee designed an online survey that was sent out to librarians and staff in technical services (including Libraries in ARL, Oberlin, and the University Libraries Group) that asked 28 questions regarding the major issues faced by technical services including: What new skills are needed in technical services? How are libraries developing staff skills? How are libraries handling training needs? How are libraries addressing leadership (gaps and staff placed in new leadership roles)? How are libraries identifying emerging leaders? How are libraries dealing with succession planning? The presentation will highlight the results of the online survey and provide detailed information regarding new skills, training, leadership and succession planning. For more information and to register for this online workshop, visit http://www.ala.org/alcts/confevents/upcoming/webinar/reenvisioningtechservi…. Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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Kindle Questions
by Hollie Ayres 26 Jan '17

26 Jan '17

My library is planning to start lending out Kindles for our patrons to use, and we have some questions for any library that has experience doing this. Did you set up an Amazon account specifically for the Kindle downloads or did you just use a corporate account? Are we able to purchase one copy of each Kindle book and then download that title on more than one Kindle at the same time? Have you had any issues with patrons accessing titles? Any other tips or advice? Thank you for your help. Hollie Ayres Teen Services/Marketing Lincoln Township Public Library 2099 W. John Beers Rd. Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 429-9575

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MeL Minute - GovDelivery options
by Borrelli, Eunice (MDE) 26 Jan '17

26 Jan '17

Hi all, Periodically we are asked how the MeL Minute messages are delivered, who can access them, and how to subscribe. Currently, the messages are sent via e-discussion lists that the Michigan library and educator communities have access to, namely, michlib-l(a)mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>, meldatabases(a)mcls.org<mailto:meldatabases@mcls.org>, mamelist(a)mcls.org<mailto:mamelist@mcls.org>, and gmr-mhsla(a)list.uiowa.edu<mailto:gmr-mhsla@list.uiowa.edu>. In addition, as appropriate, the MeL Minute content is posted to http://mel.org/. Recently, we've added a new delivery method, GovDelivery, which is a system used by government organizations worldwide to increase digital engagement, connect with over 120 million citizens, build communities around data, and support training initiatives. Some of you may already receive GovDelivery messages from federal government agencies (Commerce, Census, Labor) as well as state of Michigan departments. So, what does all this have to do with the MeL Minute? It means that for individuals for whom subscription to one of the above mentioned e-discussion lists isn't an option, they can sign up for GovDelivery and get the same MeL Minute content that's delivered to the lists but without all the other postings and discussions . It's easy and quick. [cid:image002.png@01D2763A.CE86FEE0] <https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/subscriber/new> The direct link to this service is found on the Library of Michigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> home page under Stay Connected. Potential subscribers enter a valid email address (or sign in using Facebook, Google, or Yahoo) to view the newsletter options offered by the Library of Michigan such as Library of Michigan Dispatch Newsletter and now, the MeL Minute. Simply check the ones of interest and click submit. The next screen lists newsletters from over 20 additional state of Michigan agencies available for subscription. Attorney General Consumer Alerts, DEQ, State Police, MEDC Pure Michigan featured deals, Dept. of Agriculture Food Recalls, and the DNR are among those listed. Feel free to share this information with interested staff, patrons, and community partners. MeL Minutes are brought to you by the Library of Michigan. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for the next MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact(a)mel.org<mailto:contact@mel.org> or visit http://mel.org<http://mel.org/>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. Eunice Eunice C. Borrelli Michigan eLibrary Internet Librarian Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education 517-241-4996 [Follow MeL on Twitter]<https://twitter.com/meldotorg> [MeL - Michigan eLibrary Logo] <http://mel.org/> [Like MeL on Facebook] <https://www.facebook.com/mel.org> [Check out MeL on Youtube] <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO1dqA8_ZOCfZcHP9OaBGew>

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FW: Alert: ProQuest product downtime January 28-29
by Borrelli, Eunice (MDE) 26 Jan '17

26 Jan '17

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Job Posting: Troy Public Library PT Adult Services Librarian
by Connie Doherty 26 Jan '17

26 Jan '17

The Troy Public Library in Troy, Michigan has an opening for a part-time (20 hr./week) Adult Information Services librarian. The posting is attached. Details are also available from the Human Resources Department at City of Troy, 500 W. Big Beaver, Troy, MI 48084. Please contact Human Resources at (248) 680-7296 if you have any questions about this opportunity. Constance L. Doherty | Head, Adult Information Services Troy Public Library |510 W. Big Beaver, Troy, MI 48084 | Office: 248 . 619.7591 | troypl.org

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Mobile Compact Shelving
by Laura Gramlich 26 Jan '17

26 Jan '17

Hello, We were recently offered some mobile compact shelving for our library and I'm curious if any public libraries in Michigan are currently using this type of shelving anywhere in their buildings. If you are, could you please let me know how it has worked out for you and any negatives that you've found to using it. Thanks, Laura Gramlich Director Bacon Memorial District Library 45 Vinewood Wyandotte, MI 48192 734-246-8357

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Looking For an All-Staff speaker
by Cory Grimminck 26 Jan '17

26 Jan '17

I'm planning our annual all-staff day, and would like to find someone who can speak about reference interviews/reference interactions/how to do reference. Our staff is small--only 11 people including me--and most of them have had no training in reference work at all. I'm looking for about 90 minutes of basic reference training . . . what the goals are, how to figure out what the patron is asking, how to know when the interaction is done, maybe some sources that can be used, etc. Our all-staff day is currently scheduled for Tuesday, May 9, from 9-4. I can offer mileage, and a delicious potluck lunch. Please let me know if you are interested. Thanks, Cory Grimminck Portland District Library

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GLRSC Student Internship Opportunities!
by Heather Ladiski 26 Jan '17

26 Jan '17

Excuse posting to duplicate lists. Please share with any colleague/mailing list that may be interested in this opportunity. ***************************************** The Great Lakes Resource Sharing Conference Planning Committee is excited to offer internship opportunities for the first time. The Planning Committee will offer up to 4 internships to library science students. The number of internships available is dependent on the generosity of our sponsors. Benefits of the internship include: * an invitation to attend virtual planning meetings in the months leading up to the conference; * complimentary registration for the 2017 Great Lakes Resource Sharing Conference; * travel support of up to $250; and * a publication opportunity. For complete internship requirements and eligibility guidelines, please visit glrsc.org/internships<http://www.glrsc.org/internships>. Application deadline is January 31, 2017. Heather M. Ladiski, CAP-OM Executive Assistant Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 1407 Rensen Street, Suite 1 Lansing, MI 48910-3657 800-530-9019 x133 Fax: 517-492-3885

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Westerville (OH) Public Library Director position closes Sunday, Jan. 29 2017
by Jobeth Bradbury 26 Jan '17

26 Jan '17

Library Director-Westerville (OH) Public Library The Westerville (OH) Public Library, future-focused and consistently identified as one of the best public libraries in the nation, seeks its next Director. The Board of Trustees is looking for a dynamic and engaging candidate who will create a new strategic vision and continue to build upon the cutting-edge reputation that the community and other libraries have come to expect. Westerville Public Library<http://www.westervillelibrary.org/> consistently receives a 5-star rating from Library Journal and has been named as one of Ohio's best employers<http://www.bestemployersoh.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=55> and best companies, among other accolades. The Library has achieved these many awards and honors through the efforts of the 84 FTE staff by means of a $7.8 million budget and having circulated more than 2 million items in 2015. The Library is also supported by an active Friends group and dedicated Foundation- each of which provide funds and support to many programs and services provided by the Library, such as the Meet the Authors Series, the Local History Center and Anti-Saloon League Museum, the Homework Help Center and participation in Dolly Parton's Imagination Library program. Westerville is a popular and growing northeast suburb of the city of Columbus in central Ohio and is historically known as having been the "Dry Capital of the World" and having been the world headquarters for the Anti-Saloon League. Westerville has been recognized in several publications as a great place to live and the city has been awarded the gold medal for Excellence in Parks and Recreation Management multiple times. The Library is located within walking distance to charming 'uptown' Westerville, which is home to many locally-owned stores and restaurants. The city has many educational opportunities with excellent public and private school systems and Otterbein University, a private four-year liberal arts college, and provides excellently-maintained bike paths and a recreation center, among other amenities. Westerville offers residents a small-town feel with the attractions and opportunities a metropolitan area provides. See Westerville Links<http://www.bradburymiller.com/Westervillelinks.htm> for more information about the Library, community and region. Responsibilities. Responsible to the Board of Trustees, the Library Director is the chief operating officer of the Library with major administrative responsibility for implementing Library Board Policy. Additional responsibilities include recommending, designing, implementing, directing, supervising, and evaluating an active program of educational, cultural, and information services relevant to the Westerville community in accordance with the goals and objectives established by the Library Board. The Director is expected to maintain and enhance library services and its reputation on local, state and national levels. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications are a graduate degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited college or university, a minimum of four years of experience in professional library management and administrative experience. High priority qualifications include: the ability to deal effectively with Library Board, staff, public, other professionals and government officials; knowledge of budgeting, public library finance, and applicable federal and state law; and thorough knowledge and demonstrated competence in library automation. Please see Westerville Executive Director Position Description<http://www.bradburymiller.com/WestervilleEDdesc.pdf> for details. Compensation. The position offers a hiring salary range of $105,000-125,000 (dependent upon experience and qualifications) and an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<http://www.gossagesager.com/contactus.html>. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to Karen Miller<mailto:karenmiller@bradburymiller.com>. This position closes January 29, 2017. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Miller 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 our newsletter<http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=111489311…> to get the latest updates!

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ALA News for January 25, 2017
by Steven Bowers 26 Jan '17

26 Jan '17

ALA News for January 25, 2017 Thousands consider libraries’ immediate and future needs at 2017 ALA Midwinter Meeting & Exhibits http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/thousands-consider-libraries… American Library Association announces 2017 youth media award winners http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/american-library-association… 'The Underground Railroad,' 'Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City,' receive 2017 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/underground-railroad-evicted… Kelly Barnhill, Javaka Steptoe win Newbery, Caldecott Medals http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/kelly-barnhill-javaka-stepto… Congressman John Lewis, Andrew Aydin and Javaka Steptoe win 2017 Coretta Scott King Book Awards http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/congressman-john-lewis-andre… Rudine Sims Bishop 2017 recipient of the Coretta Scott King-Virginia Hamilton Award for Lifetime Achievement http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/rudine-sims-bishop-2017-reci… Soccer great Julie Foudy to serve as National Library Week Honorary Chair http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/soccer-great-julie-foudy-ser… 'March: Book Three' wins 2017 Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults Award http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/march-book-three-wins-2017-e… 'Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard: The Hammer of Thor' and 'If I Was Your Girl' win 2017 Stonewall Children’s and Young Adult Literature Award http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/magnus-chase-and-gods-asgard… Raúl González y Juana Medina ganan premios Pura Belpré http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/ra-l-gonz-lez-y-juana-medina… John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, Nate Powell win 2017 Sibert Medal http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/john-lewis-andrew-aydin-nate… 'March: Book Three' wins 2017 Printz Award http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/march-book-three-wins-2017-p… YALSA announces 2017 Alex Awards http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/yalsa-announces-2017-alex-aw… Nikki Grimes wins 2017 Wilder Award http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/nikki-grimes-wins-2017-wilde… Raúl Gonzalez, Juana Medina win Pura Belpré Awards http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/ra-l-gonzalez-juana-medina-w… 2017 Batchelder Award honors Enchanted Lion Books for 'Cry, Heart, But Never Break' http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/2017-batchelder-award-honors… 2017 Schneider Family Book Awards recipients named http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/2017-schneider-family-book-a… Listening Library wins 2017 Odyssey Award for Anna and the Swallow Man http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/listening-library-wins-2017-… 'The Serpent King' wins 2017 William C. Morris Award http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/serpent-king-wins-2017-willi… Laurie Keller wins Geisel Award for 'We Are Growing! A Mo Willems’ Elephant & Piggie Like Reading! Book' http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/laurie-keller-wins-geisel-aw… Sarah Dessen wins the 2017 Edwards Award for 'Dreamland,' 'Keeping the Moon,' 'Just Listen,' 'The Truth About Forever,' 'Along for the Ride,' 'What Happened to Goodbye?,' and 'This Lullaby' http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/sarah-dessen-wins-2017-edwar… Ryan Swenar wins 2017 Carnegie Medal for Drum Dream Girl http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/ryan-swenar-wins-2017-carneg… Naomi Shihab Nye to deliver 2018 Arbuthnot Honor Lecture http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/naomi-shihab-nye-deliver-201… Readers’ advisory experts announce 2017 Reading List: Year’s best in genre fiction for adult readers http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/01/readers-advisory-experts-announ… Readers’ advisory experts announce 2017 Notable Books List: Year’s best in literary fiction, nonfiction and poetry for adults http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/01/readers-advisory-experts-announ… 'Moonglow' named winner of 2017 Sophie Brody Medal for achievement in Jewish literature http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/01/moonglow-named-winner-2017-soph… Business reference experts select annual list of Best of the Best Business Reference Websites http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/01/business-reference-experts-sele… Dartmouth Medal for excellence in reference awarded to 'Encyclopedia of Embroidery from the Arab World' http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/01/dartmouth-medal-excellence-refe… Reference experts announce annual Outstanding Reference Sources list for adults http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/01/reference-experts-announce-annu… 2017 Stonewall Book Awards Announced http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/2017-stonewall-book-awards-a… 2017 Over the Rainbow List Released – 46 quality GLBT fiction and non-fiction titles http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/2017-over-rainbow-list-relea… 2017 Amelia Bloomer List highlights feminist books for young readers http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/2017-amelia-bloomer-list-hig… ALA seeks proposals for 2017-2018 Diversity Research Grant http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/01/ala-seeks-proposals-2017-2018-d… Cooke recipient of 2017 Achievement in Library Diversity Research Award http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/cooke-recipient-2017-achieve… 2017 Stonewall Book Awards Announced http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/2017-stonewall-book-awards-a… 2017 Over the Rainbow List Released – 46 quality GLBT fiction and non-fiction titles http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/2017-over-rainbow-list-relea… 2017 Amelia Bloomer List highlights feminist books for young readers http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/2017-amelia-bloomer-list-hig… ALCTS celebrates 60 years in 2017 http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/01/alcts-celebrates-60-years-2017 ACRL and Choice Launch New App http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/01/acrl-and-choice-launch-new-app Choice Presents POV Videos of Staffer's First ALA Conference http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/01/choice-presents-pov-videos-staf… Fader Is 2017 ALSC Distinguished Service Award Recipient http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/01/fader-2017-alsc-distinguishe… Twenty-eight public librarians chosen to attend PLA Leadership Academy http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/01/twenty-eight-public-librarians-… New Workshop: Hosting Your Own Comic Con: The Ultimate All-Ages Program http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/01/new-workshop-hosting-your-own-c…

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