October 2017 - Michlib-l

RLC Proposals - DEADLINE EXTENDED
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 16 Oct '17

16 Oct '17

Greetings! The call for proposals for the 2018 Loleta Fyan Small and Rural Library Conference is open through Monday, October 23. Submit your session proposal online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RLC2018. The theme of the 2018 conference is Open Doors, Open Minds, celebrating diversity and inclusion in libraries. The conference will be held April 30-May 2, 2018 at the Grand Traverse Resort in Acme, Michigan. The conference is a specially crafted to reach the informational needs of small and rural library staff throughout Michigan. The three-day event features exhibitors, awards, featured speakers and an array of sessions geared to libraries serving small and rural communities. The lead presenter of all accepted proposal will receive free registration and one night's lodging at the Grand Traverse Resort! If you have questions about the event or submission process please do not hesitate to contact me. Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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Stipends available for public library health workshop
by Steven Bowers 16 Oct '17

16 Oct '17

FYI ________________________________ From: Sarah Ostman <sostman(a)ala.org> Sent: Monday, October 16, 2017 12:28 PM PLA and the National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NNLM) are offering a stipend for public libraries to attend “Stand Up for Health: Health and Wellness Services for Your Community,” a preconference workshop at the PLA 2018 Conference. See below for details. Info online at: http://www.programminglibrarian.org/articles/apply-now-stand-health-worksho…. –Sarah Ostman, ALA Public Programs Office ***** Stipends available for public library health workshop with National Network of Libraries of Medicine Public library workers are invited to apply for a $500 stipend to attend "Stand Up for Health: Health and Wellness Services for Your Community," a preconference workshop held at the Public Library Association (PLA) 2018 Conference in Philadelphia. The conference will be held from March 20 to 24, 2018, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The one-day preconference (Tuesday, March 20) will review core competencies of providing health and wellness services; coach participants through understanding their communities’ needs; and explore how to create fun and informative health-related programming for different age groups and special populations. Participants will learn about core reference and other materials, tips for helping library users evaluate health materials, and an action plan to put your new expertise to work. The preconference workshop<http://www.placonference.org/program/stand-up-for-health-health-and-wellnes…> is part of Promoting Healthy Communities, a new nationwide initiative from PLA and National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NNLM) that will increase public library workers’ knowledge and skills related to consumer health services. Read the stipend opportunity guidelines<https://apply.ala.org/plahealth/guidelines>, read the Frequently Asked Questions<https://apply.ala.org/plahealth/faq> or start your online application<https://apply.ala.org/plahealth>. Fifty stipends of $500 each will be distributed. Stipends can be used to support the preconference registration fee<http://www.placonference.org/program/stand-up-for-health-health-and-wellnes…>, travel and lodging expenses (not including meals). Attendees who participate in the workshop and complete some pre/post work will receive the Consumer Health Information Specialization (CHIS) certification offered by the Medical Library Association. Throughout the nine-month Promoting Healthy Communities initiative, PLA and NNLM will assess health information needs among public librarians and share free resources and professional development opportunities that will help public library staff better serve their patrons’ consumer health needs. In early 2018, the initiative will unveil a new website for public libraries that gives them easy access to training, tools and resources for consumer health information, health literacy programming and more. _______________ Sarah Ostman Communications Manager Public Programs Office American Library Association 312-280-5061

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Copier Responses
by Sharon Crotser-Toy 16 Oct '17

16 Oct '17

Greetings, everyone! A very big "Thank You!" to all of you who responded to my quest for multi-function-printer enlightenment! A couple of people requested the compilation of responses, so I've provided them below: We don't have a maintenance agreement on our printers. Our copy machine is leased. I just checked and the information about costs for copies is in our bookkeepers files and they are not onsite. Oh, I will tell you that we asked the companies to bring us a machine to try. We had three different companies each bring in a machine, at different times. My staff used it for a week and then we talked about which one we preferred. I had a form that we used to make notes, so we would remember which one did what. ______________________________ Oh deal with Mari Martin at Hasselbring Clark... 517-388-7539 is her cell. She's amazing. ______________________________ If you're in the market for something new, this link on the TLN website: http://tln.lib.mi.us/discounts/ - includes a list of copier/printer vendor contacts and discounts available and whether they are available statewide. _____________________________ We are a class 1 library Our lease agreement is 89.97 per month, pluse .01 for B&W and .06 for Color which is about 90.00 per month total @ 180.00 per month. Cost covers all maintenance, toners, supplies which does copies, fax, scan We charge .50 for color .20 for b&w, .20 for scanning, 1.00 per page for faxing and it usually works out to the same in income We love the lease and not dealing with separate maintenance contracts and old machine. __________________________ We're facing the same issue. So we canceled our maintenance agreement. While I'm shopping for a new printer/copier and waiting for mine to break, I'm buying toner through other sources...and saving a lot of money! _________________________ I just got the bill yesterday. I pay one to two cents for black and white copies on a printer, and then a printer/copier, and six cents on color. This is with ab dick leasing, which was CBI. ________________________ Dealing with copier companies is its own kind of hell, isn't it? Dante never wrote about it, but he would have if there had been copier companies then. And those copier guys..... they would cut a deal to sell their own mothers. A really great class of people. Try to remember that you'll never see them again, even if you want to. A number of years ago we went to leasing all of our copiers. That way if they don't work right then the company has to come and take them back and give us something else. We were paying a small fortune in maintenance contracts, or if we didn't get the contract then we paid a small fortune in having them drive out from Grand Rapids to fix the darn thing. When they own the machine they take better care of it. And if you happen to get a lemon, they replace it. Leasing copiers is what Kent District Library and Grand Rapids and the big guys do, and they're absolutely right. It's so much less hassle and much better customer service. Every once in a while you can own a copier that lasts forever like yours, but every once in a while you get one that doesn't even go 3 years. You'll find you get the less-than-3-years ones a lot more often. We're paying $365 a month for four copiers and we're charging 0.15 for black and white copies and $0.50 for color copies. And by the way, we've worked with other vendors and some are good and some are not, but Michigan Office Systems (otherwise known as MOS) serves a lot of libraries and is good, honest and reasonable. ________________________________ Sharon, we have our copier through Michigan Office Solutions. We are billed: black and white copies are $0.015070 and color copies are $0.076050. These rates are charged per copies run per quarter. _______________________________ Our b&w cost is .012 and color is .14. We own our copier and may be in the market for a new copier in the next year or two. _____________________________ What you are going through is pretty common as the copier gets older, the maintenance charge increases. We went through the process a few years ago and decided to keep the machine as it was working fine. However, started to have some problems and like you, the maintenance kept going up so we just purchased a RICOH MPC3504 multifunction color copier for $5,375. Lease options were available but we purchased as funds were available. We did a RFP and received 5 quotes. The quarterly copy and maintenance expense is $0.003 for Black and White and $0.030 for Color. The charge includes all supplies except paper. We were paying $0.02472 for B&W and $0.09105 for Color on about a 10 year old paid off machine. These charges did not include toner and were going up about 3% a year. Your current company should be able to tell you how much the yearly rate increases will be. _____________________________ As luck would have it, I have very current information for you about our situation here. I was leasing my current machine through Michigan Office Solutions. My machine is 5 years old this year, and my lease is up next month. I chose to renew my lease (rather than buy a new machine), and upgrade machines to a new model. My pricing is: $234/month for the machine. This includes service fees, 4,500 black and white copies a month, and my toner. Then I pay an additional $.08 per color copy. If I go over my monthly 4,500 b&w, then I pay $.0009 per copy over 4,500. I have been very happy with the arrangement with MOS, and the changeover of machines has gone very smoothly. -- Sharon Crotser-Toy Director *Watervliet District Library* 333 N. Main Street Watervliet, MI 49098 269-463-6382 Connects People, Inspires Ideas, Transforms Lives

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Job Posting - Substitute Public Services Librarian - Kettering University
by Dawn Winans 16 Oct '17

16 Oct '17

*Job Title: Substitute Public Services Librarian* *Hour Per Week: 10 Hours* *Posting Date: 10/06/2017* *Closing Date: Open Until Filled * *Apply Here:* http://jobs.kettering.edu/postings/3656 Preferred Qualifications: •Some knowledge of library automation and circulation systems. Job Specific Required Qualifications: •Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS). •Demonstrated knowledge of library databases and electronic services. Duties: *Provide research advice and instruction at reference desk on use of print and electronic sources. *Participate in scheduled reference service, including evenings and weekends. *Other related duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Understanding and commitment to Kettering University Values: a. RESPECT: for teamwork, honesty, encouragement, diversity, partnerships with students. b. INTEGRITY: including accountability, transparency and ethics. c. CREATIVITY: fostering flexibility and innovation. d. COLLABORATION: across disciplines and with all partners. e. EXCELLENCE: in all we do. Other Position Information: Kettering University is a national leader in experiential STEM and business education, integrating an intense academic curriculum with applied professional experience. We inspire students to realize their potential and advance their ideas by combining theory and practice better than any institution in the world. Kettering University is dedicated to achieving the extraordinary through technological innovation, leadership, and service, built on values that foster respect, integrity, creativity, collaboration, and excellence in growth, global leadership, community outreach, and an engaged community of stakeholders. -- *Dawn M. Winans* *Public & Research Services LibrarianLibrary* *Phone: 810-762-9842* *Fax: 810-762-9744* *1700 University Ave~Flint, MI, 48504 * *Kettering University* *"Believe and act as if it were impossible to fail." * *~ Charles Kettering*

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Money Smart Week 2018 - free webinar
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 16 Oct '17

16 Oct '17

Register now for the free webinar to help you get ready for Money Smart Week 2018! Wednesday, November 1, 2017 3:00 pm Eastern Daylight Time (New York, GMT-04:00) Financial literacy is important to all communities, and libraries--of all types--can be part of the solution. Through Money Smart Week, April 21 - 28, 2018, you can join hundreds of other libraries across the country helping individuals to better manage their personal finances. Money Smart Week is a partnership between ALA and the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, through which libraries of all types provide financial literacy programming for all stages of life during. Retirees, school kids, college students--everyone can learn more to be better with money. Learn from other librarians how Money Smart Week has been a great success for their libraries, and how it can be in yours. Get valuable programming and promotion ideas, tips on possible partners, and resources that make it easy for you. Learn how easy it is for your library to participate April 21 - 28, 2018! Register at: https://alapublishing.webex.com/mw3200/mywebex/default.do?nomenu=true&siteu… ~ Cathy Lancaster Sent from my iPad

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Looking for a meaningful holiday gift for your employees or clients?
by HSM Main 16 Oct '17

16 Oct '17

cid:image007.jpg@01D14EDD.AD7F6000 Looking for a meaningful holiday gift for your employees or clients that will remind them of your appreciation all year long? Instead of the same old gift cards or food baskets, why not give a gift subscription to Michigan History magazine, and treat your employees or clients to a new Michigan heritage adventure every other month? Whether it's a visit to the historic Cut River Bridge, a splash in one of the Great Lakes, or a peek at Michigan's super-power steam locomotives, Michigan's diverse history comes alive through stories that celebrate our Great Lakes State. For just $19.95 per subscription-that's more than 50% off the cover price!-you can give the gift of Michigan's history to your employees or clients. This special pricing is available on orders of 15 or more gift subscriptions. Call (800) 366-3703 or e-mail <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org to place your order today! _____ cid:image001.jpg@01CF8A43.BF828E40 _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our state's oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan's rich history. _____ For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370 cid:image006.jpg@01CF5D4D.54021000 Your employees or clients will remember your generosity every time their issues arrive in the mail! For just $19.95 per subscription-that's more than 50% off the cover price!-you can give the gift of Michigan's history to your employees or clients. This special pricing is available on orders of 15 or more gift subscriptions. Call (800) 366-3703 or e-mail <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org to place your order today! To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with "remove" in the subject line.

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Best Insurance Reports
by Alger Newberry 14 Oct '17

14 Oct '17

Hello All, I have a lightly used two volume set of Best Insurance Reports 2016 that I am getting rid of. I recognize that they are a year old, but if anyone would like these beautiful hardcover reference books I would love to find them a loving home rather than purgation in a recycling center. First interested library to contact me with a MeL code will be the lucky recipient. Get ready, get set . . . GO!!! Alger C. Newberry III, Business Librarian Grand Blanc-McFarlen 515 Perry Rd. Grand Blanc, MI 48439 Phone: 810-694-5190 Fax: 810-694-5313 anewberry(a)thegdl.org<https://email.thegdl.org/owa/redir.aspx?C=W1HaGTOjlEaNkw2Lkfph0kiSJgCrz9AIq…> The opinions expressed here are my own and do not necessarily represent those of the GDL.

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6 words for Good Reference Work
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 13 Oct '17

13 Oct '17

Hello Everyone! I came across this article and wanted to share. It is especially useful for those of you who are working with patrons doing research. https://journals.ala.org/index.php/rusq/article/view/6439/8508 Download the PDF to read the entire article. Best, Deb Deb Renee Biggs Library Consultant & Michigan eLibrary Coordinator Library of Michigan/MDE ------------------------------------------- 517-373-4466 biggsd(a)michigan.gov<mailto:biggsd@michigan.gov> http://mel.org http://facebook.com/mel.org

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Are you a mid-career professional? Please participate in this survey
by Jane Cherry 13 Oct '17

13 Oct '17

*If you have already completed the survey, thank you for your participation and please ignore this message.* Do you consider yourself to be a mid-career library professional? Would you be willing to give some of your time to complete a survey questionnaire for a research project investigating the continuing professional development (CPD) needs of mid-career library professionals? Please read the following information carefully before deciding to participate. The survey asks you about your current and past CPD activities, what sort of CPD you hope to pursue in the next two years, and your preferred methods for receiving CPD. The results of the research will inform a mapping of skills and knowledge for those at different stages of their professional career, focusing particularly on mid-career professionals and forming the basis of a framework for LIS educators, employers and mid-career professionals to support ongoing career development. Victoria University of Wellington requires, and has granted, approval from the School of Information Management’s Human Ethics Committee for this research. This survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. You can withdraw from the project by closing the survey and your results will not be recorded. Your completion of the survey is taken as giving your informed consent to participate. Your response is anonymous and you will not be identified personally in any written report produced as a result of this research including possible publication in academic conferences and journals. A copy of the final report can be requested by entering your email address at the end of the survey. It cannot be linked to the answers you have given in the survey. All data collected from participants will be destroyed 2 years after the completion of the project. If you have any questions or would like to receive further information about the project, please contact any of the following. Philip Calvert philip.calvert(a)vuw.ac.nz telephone +64 4 4636629 Jennifer Campbell-Meier jennifer.campbell-meier(a)vuw.ac.nz telephone +64 4 4635349 Brenda Chawner brenda.chanwner(a)vuw.ac.nz telephone +64 4 4635780 Anne Goulding anne.goulding(a)vuw.ac.nz telephone +64 4 4635887 ChernLi Liew chernli.liew(a)vuw.ac.nz telephone +64 4 4635213 If you are willing to participate in the survey, *please click on this link* : http://vuw.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9H0rSPXv6RCelZH And thank you in advance for your participation in this project.

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Monday, Oct. 16 is the last day to register for the Mi-ALA Assessment Pop Up conference
by Shellie Jeffries 13 Oct '17

13 Oct '17

Greetings, Monday, October 16 is the last day to register for the Assessment Interest Group's pop-up conference on Assessment in Academic Libraries, to be held on Friday, November 3, 2017 at the Harlan Hatcher Graduate Library at the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. Registration is $22 for MiALA members and $30 for non-members. Click here <http://www.memberleap.com/Calendar/moreinfo.php?eventid=6418> to register. Contact Shellie Jeffries at jeffrmic(a)aquinas.edu if you have any questions. -- *Shellie Jeffries | **Library Co-Director* *Aquinas College* 1700 Fulton Street E *|* Grand Rapids, MI 49506 p 616.632.2130 e jeffrmic(a)aquinas.edu aquinas.edu <https://www.aquinas.edu/library> *|* Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/Grace-Hauenstein-Library-at-Aquinas-College-135101…> *|* Twitter <https://twitter.com/AQLibrary>

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