November 2017 - Michlib-l

Money Smart Week 2018
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 14 Nov '17

14 Nov '17

The Library of Michigan encourages libraries to join Michigan's 2018 Money Smart Week campaign. Money Smart Week partners and Novi Public Library are working together to provide public libraries in Michigan with books and materials to encourage both children and parents to learn basic money concepts in fun and engaging ways. Financial literacy is a core 21st Century skill for all age groups. During Money Smart Week 2017, Michigan libraries across the state held more than 200 story times and gave away donated books to more than 8,000 families in 53 counties. We hope to build on this success by once again promoting Money Smart Kids Read and encouraging you to request free copies of Lots and Lots of Coins by Margarette S. Reid, for your Money Smart Week story times. Please consider participating in this wonderful opportunity for your community members. We would also like to thank Julie Farkas at the Novi Public Library for her role in once again helping coordinate this program for Michigan Libraries, and the Michigan Credit Union Foundation for their generous donation of books. For more information and details on how your library can receive copies of Lots and Lots of Coins for your Money Smart Week story time program, submit your request at the following link before December 31, 2017: http://bit.ly/2iC6Z1h * Randy Riley, State Librarian --------------------------------------------------- DETAILS: Michigan's Money Smart Week(r) (MSW) is just around the corner and we have a fabulous opportunity for you to obtain, read and give away free books to children attending a story time at your library! MSW is a public awareness campaign designed to help consumers better manage their personal finances. This is achieved through the collaboration and coordinated effort of hundreds of organizations across the country including financial institutions and other businesses, schools, libraries, not-for-profits, places of worship, government agencies and the media. National MSW Partners include the American Library Association and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, among others. These groups work together each year to stress the importance of financial education, inform consumers about where they can get help and provide free educational seminars and activities throughout the week. Programming is offered to all demographics, ages and income levels, and covers all facets of personal finance from savings basics and establishing a budget, to first-time home buying and retirement planning. The effort was created by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago in 2002. Money Smart Week partners will be hosting public events April 21-28, 2018. Between April 21-28, 2018, libraries and communities across the country will be hosting financial education events for people of all ages, including youth! Michigan libraries have a unique opportunity to obtain free copies of Lots and Lots of Coins, to give away to children - if your library agrees to host a money-themed story time event during Money Smart Week, April 21-28, 2018. https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/298788/lots-and-lots-of-coins-by-m… The Michigan Credit Union Foundation has generously offered to purchase copies of this book for you to hand out at a story time. More than 200 Michigan libraries successfully participated in "Money Smart Kids Read" last year! What does it mean to "participate" you ask? 1. Register as a Money Smart Week Partner today at http://www.moneysmartweek.org/partners_signup. (Note: if you registered as a MSW partner last year, your login username and password should still be valid. Please test this before you attempt to enter your story time details, just in case you need to reset your password or re-register.) 2. Plan a story time event about money to be held between April 21-28, 2018. Recommended age for Lots and Lots of Coins is 5 - 8 years old. The story line and supplemental activities can be "aged up" or "aged down" to the age and knowledge level of your participants. 3. Request to participate in this initiative, and the number of books you think you'll need, by completing this questionnaire before December 31, 2017. http://bit.ly/2iC6Z1h 4. Between January 15th and March 31st, login and register your story time event(s) details at http://www.MoneySmartWeek.org/. 5. Proactively promote your Money Smart Kids Read program through all your channels of communication. 6. Consider ways in which volunteers from your local community credit union can participate (help checking families in, passing out the books, helping with crafts, serving refreshments, etc. Whatever would be helpful to you!) If someone from your local credit union reaches out to you, please be sure to engage them. 7. Take delivery of your books late March, and store them until the time of your event. 8. At your event, announce that your story time is part of the national Money Smart Week initiative, read the Lots and Lots of Coins book (and other relevant, age-appropriate books from your collection), perhaps do a craft activity (decorate piggy banks, color pictures that feature money, sing money songs, do finger plays, etc.), and then hand out the free books to families who attend! 9. After your event takes place, enter your attendance numbers. From the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, in April you'll receive an email notice of where to submit. Yep. It can be that easy. (Although, if you want to plan more money-related events for youth or adults, we can help you with that too! Email the Chair and she can share a children's librarian list of ideas with you.) There must be a catch, right? Here it is: By December 31, 2017, the Michigan Money Smart Week Chairwoman needs to know how many free copies of the book you can use! There is a limited quantity, so it's first come, first served. The books will be shipped to the Novi Public Library (thank you Julie Farkas!), sorted, packaged, and distributed through the state-wide RIDES/TLN delivery service. Your order should arrive at your library around March 30, 2018. Please complete the questionnaire to request participation in Michigan's Money Smart Kids Read initiative, and obtain free books for families in your community. http://bit.ly/2iC6Z1h Questions about this initiative or Money Smart Week in general? Feel free to contact Michigan Money Smart Week Chairwoman, Kelly Masters, directly at 248.761.1762 or MoneySmar<mailto:MoneySmar>tMichigan(a)gmail.com. *********************************************************************************************************** Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> 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:image002.png@01D20444.B08921B0]

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Recommendations for DVD cleaning machine
by Monique Ciofu 14 Nov '17

14 Nov '17

Hello everyone- Has any library recently purchased a machine to clean/restore DVD's? Our local source that used to provide this service no longer exists so we are looking to purchase a cleaning machine for our growing collection. Any library have a brand or model they particularly like? Easy to operate? Minimal supplies? Good service from vendor? Thanks! Monique Monique Ciofu Adult Services & Reference Escanaba Public Library 400 Ludington Street Escanaba, Michigan 49829 (906) 789-7333 mciofu(a)escanabalibrary.org www.escanabalibrary.org Monique Ciofu Adult Services & Reference Escanaba Public Library 400 Ludington Street Escanaba, Michigan 49829 (906) 789-7333 <mailto:mciofu@escanabalibrary.org> mciofu(a)escanabalibrary.org <http://www.escanabalibrary.org/> www.escanabalibrary.org

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Free Spine Label Sets
by Darwin McGuire 14 Nov '17

14 Nov '17

Hi, everyone. We're cleaning out a supply cabinet this morning and came across some spine label/pocket label sets that somebody in library land can use. They are Demco item WS12305530, "Continuous Processing Labels, Style SLB." https://www.demco.com/goto?PRD12305530&s=12305530 Labels are 1 5/8" high, spine label is 7/8" wide and the pocket label is 2 7/8" wide. They are on continuous feed paper, 4 ¾" wide. There are 1000 labels to a box, and we have 20 boxes. These labels are about 10 years old, but they seem to be fine-the adhesive is still good. If you want any or all, please let me know. For free. Really. Please take them. You might need them someday... Darwin McGuire Technical Services Manager Genesee District Library 4195 W. Pasadena Ave. Flint, MI 48504 Tel. 810-230-3329 FAX 810-732-1161

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MiALA Annual Conference Preconference Save the Date
by Heather Ladiski 14 Nov '17

14 Nov '17

I am forwarding this message on behalf of the Michigan Academic Association (MiALA) Conference Planning Committee. Excuse posting to multiple lists. Please forward to anyone/group that you believe may benefit from receiving this information. Thank you! - heather *********************************************** SAVE THE DATE! Michigan Academic Library Association (MiALA) Annual Conference 2018 Preconference: ACRL Standards Workshop Planning, Assessing, and Communicating Library Impact: Putting the Standards for Libraries in Higher Education into Action May 16, 2018 Michigan State University Libraries East Lansing, MI Description Libraries in higher education are increasingly required to demonstrate their value and document their contributions to overall institutional effectiveness. The Standards for Libraries in Higher Education is a framework for library planning and assessment that can be used for a variety of circumstances including annual planning, program review, and accreditation self-study. Through presentation, discussion, and group activities, learn how to use the Standards to communicate your library's impact. Learning Outcomes Workshop participants will be able to. . . * Establish the library and institutional contexts to effectively engage in planning, self-study, accreditation, or program review processes. * Use the ACRL Standards for Libraries in Higher Education and other foundational documents as a framework to develop benchmarks, evaluate quality and performance, and demonstrate value to the institutional mission. * Evaluate various metrics and assessment tools to select the best approach for a given situation. * Examine the role of leadership in building a culture of evidence to engage all librarians and staff members in effective decision-making. Target Audience This workshop is intended for all librarians, library staff, and library administrators who need to demonstrate the value of their library by documenting their contributions to overall institutional effectiveness and/or to identify areas for quality improvement. Attendees are not expected to have previous experience applying the Standards. Though the primary audience is librarians, library staff, library administrators and other campus professionals in areas of assessment, institutional planning and improvement, and academic technology may be interested as well. Presenter Information Andrea Falcone, MLS, MA, is the Head of Education & Outreach Services at the University of Colorado Denver. Falcone leads a dynamic instruction program that offers one-time, course-integrated instruction to various programs and groups on a campus with three institutions. She encourages library faculty to be experimental in designing their curriculum and to conduct assessments with the intent of continuous improvement. She is the Editor of the Beta Phi Mu Scholars Series published by Rowman & Littlefield and is the column editor for "Perspectives on Public Services," which appears in International Information & Library Review. REGISTRATION BEGINS IN FEBRUARY 2018. LIMITED TO 40 PARTICIPANTS. PRICE = TBD. Bookmark https://miala.org/annual_conference_2018.php for the latest information regarding the MiALA Annual Conference! ******************************** Heather M. Ladiski CAP-OM Executive Assistant Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 (800) 530-9019 ext 133 (517) 492-3885 fax ladiskih(a)mcls.org<mailto:ladiskih@mcls.org> [facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [twitter] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [square-logo-1 (002)] <http://www.mcls.org/>

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Donation policy
by Don Priest 14 Nov '17

14 Nov '17

Hi, I'm interested in hearing what policies libraries have regarding donations (if any). We receive an almost unmanageable amount of donations, and I'm hoping to find a way to cut the tide, without simply refusing to take them. Do you impose limitations on the age, quality, or relevance of items? Quantity? If you have limitations, do you recommend other nearby places that may be interested in taking the donations instead? Thanks for any info you can give me! Don Priest Southgate Veterans Memorial Library 14680 Dix-Toledo Rd. Southgate, MI 48195 734-258-3002 ext. 3202

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MiALA 2018 Annual Conference Call for Presentation Proposals
by Heather Ladiski 13 Nov '17

13 Nov '17

I am forwarding this message on behalf of the Michigan Academic Association (MiALA) Conference Planning Committee. Excuse posting to multiple lists. Please forward to anyone/group that you believe may benefit from receiving this information. Thank you! - heather *********************************************** Michigan Academic Library Association (MiALA) 2018 Annual Conference: Call for Presentation Proposals SUSTAINABILITY IN ACADEMIC LIBRARIES May 17-18, 2018 Kellogg Center at Michigan State University East Lansing, MI MiALA invites you and your colleagues to submit presentation proposals for the 3rd annual conference to be held May 17-18, 2018 in East Lansing. Please consider sharing your innovations, creative endeavors, and practical solutions for Sustainability in Academic Librarianship. How do we sustain ourselves within the profession? How do we sustain our libraries and institutions? How do we work (or what is our obligation) environmentally and socially? How do we sustain our community? We welcome proposals in any topic related to the conference theme, including, but not limited to: * Accessibility * Administration * Assessment and Evaluation * Budgets * Cataloging and Metadata * Collections * Distance or Online Learning * Critical Librarianship * Education and Curriculum * Electronic Resources * Instruction and Information Literacy * Leadership * Mid-Level Management * Open Educational Resources * Outreach * Research Services or Reference * Resource Sharing * Technical Services * Technology * User Experience * Web Development and Design Participation from librarians, library staff, LIS students, and administrators from all types of academic libraries is encouraged. Proposals for presentations, panels, workshops, or facilitated discussions (40 minutes), mini-presentations (20 minutes), or lightning talks (10 minutes) can be submitted using the online submission form<https://www.memberleap.com/members/form.php?orgcode=MALA&fid=1701925> and must be received by Friday, December 15, 2017. The primary contact listed on each proposal will receive a message indicating receipt of the proposal when it is submitted and decisions on all proposals will be communicated to the primary contact by Friday, January 26, 2018. Questions about proposals can be sent to the Programming Coordinator, Christine Tobias (tobiasc(a)msu.edu) Questions about the conference in general can be sent to conference(a)miala.org<mailto:conference@miala.org>.

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Part-Time Teen Librarian Job Posting
by Robyn Lowenstein 13 Nov '17

13 Nov '17

The Plymouth District Library - job posting for Part-time Teen Librarian. See the posting below, or visit plymouthlibrary.org for more information. TITLE: Teen Librarian – Part Time (24 hours/week) DESCRIPTION: The Teen Librarian develops and implements collections, outreach, and programming for teens, parents, and other adults who work with teens. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Provides direct reference and readers advisory service to patrons of all ages.  Plans and executes collection development in a variety of formats and subject areas, including selection, display, access, analysis, weeding, and budget management. Manages graphic novels, manga and teen AV collections.  Plans and executes programs and services for teens to promote or facilitate the use of library resources. This includes, but is not limited to, seasonal reading programs, book talks, school visits, STEM workshops, and book discussion groups.  Recommends annual goals and objectives for the teen department.  Creates an environment that attracts and invites teens to use the facilities and collections.  Facilitates and maintains teen pages on the library’s official web site, as well as blogs and social networking accounts set up to reach out virtually to the library’s teen patrons.  Works as a liaison with the schools to encourage teens to use the library.  Plymouth community teen champion and advocate.  Attends and participates in staff meetings and committees.  Represents the Library in community organizations.  Performs other tasks as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS:  MLIS or equivalent from an ALA accredited library school.  Strong public service orientation.  Thorough knowledge of standard public library reference and readers advisory sources.  Knowledge of current reading, viewing, and listening interests of teens.  Must work effectively with adults, teens, and youth and be committed to and enthusiastic about teen library services.  Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, managers, and vendors.  Flexibility in scheduling is required. This position requires evenings and weekends throughout the year.  Digital media skills such as gaming, coding, and video/audio editing preferred. SALARY: $21.63/per hour BENEFITS: Pro-rated paid vacation and sick time and holiday pay. COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO: Robyn Lowenstein humanresources(a)plymouthlibrary.org Plymouth District Library 223 S. Main Street Plymouth, MI 48170 DEADLINE: November 26, 2017 at 5:00pm This announcement is only a summary of the position, its duties, job requirements and compensation. Further information is available from the library. The Plymouth District Library does not discriminate in its employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, veteran status or disability. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability if requested. Robyn D. Lowenstein Business and Human Resource Administrator Plymouth District Library (734) 453-0750 ext. 215 rlowenstein(a)plymouthlibrary.org

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Executive Director Position, High Plains Library District (CO)
by Jobeth Bradbury 13 Nov '17

13 Nov '17

Executive Director-High Plains Library District-Colorado! Lead the High Plains Library District<http://www.mylibrary.us/> (CO) as it propels its services and programs into the future! HPLD embraces its history, while focusing on its future. The High Plains Library District Board of Trustees seeks an Executive Director who will work with both its founding member libraries and system branch libraries to unite the District and continue its work serving the 265,000+ residents of Weld County and neighboring areas over its 4,000 square mile service district. With a $34 million annual budget, 151 FTE, six member libraries, seven branches, bookmobiles, and service center, the District circulated 2.6 million items to 119,310 card holders in 2016. Key areas of focus include Community, Customers, and Facilities. Upcoming priorities are strategic planning, continuing the emphasis on community collaborations and engagement, and the renovation and expansion of current facilities. The successful candidate will be able to move easily among and work well collaborating with multiple constituencies including branch libraries, member library directors and their governing Boards, the HPLD Board of Trustees, community stakeholders, and a committed and dedicated staff. Located in northern Colorado, Weld County<https://www.weldgov.com/> is home to small towns, thriving cities, and rural areas with wide open sky and beautiful mountain views. Its thirty-one municipalities have distinct personalities, rich history, and a strong sense of community. Living in Weld County, residents are within an hour or less from cultural amenities, professional sports teams, year-round outdoor recreational activities, the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park, and the convenience of Denver International Airport. Weld County is also a wonderful home for families-twelve school districts, charter schools and private schools offer many choices. Higher education opportunities include The University of Northern Colorado and Aims Community College. In addition to agriculture and energy, Weld County offers museums, trails, galleries and breweries. For more information on High Plains Library District and the County, visit HPLD Links<http://www.bradburymiller.com/hpldlinks.htm>. Responsibilities. The Library Director, under direction of the Library Board, performs executive and administrative work directing all operations and activities of the High Plains Library District. The Executive Director plans, organizes, directs, evaluates, and reviews the District's resources, services, and programs to respond to the needs of the community. Work includes planning and implementing the District's short and long-range goals, developing and monitoring budget resources, oversight of staff and services, and partnering with the Board to make frequent contact with member boards and local and state leaders regarding library services, funding and collaborative efforts. Key areas of responsibility are: planning, leadership, finance, board relations, personnel, and communication. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include a Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program and five years of library management experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the critical factors for success as outlined in the position description<http://www.bradburymiller.com/hpldjobdesc.pdf>. Additional qualifications are: (1) knowledge of library operations, administration, budgeting, personnel, planning and fundraising; (2) knowledge of current library trends and technologies; (3) strong oral and written communication skills; (4) proven success as a leader; (5) the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with community leaders, public officials and the general public; (6) project management skills; and (7) a commitment to professional library philosophy and values. Prior experience reporting to a governing board and working in a multi-library environment are desirable. Compensation. The starting salary range is $121,874 - 143,382 (dependent on qualifications and experience) with a competitive benefits package. For further information, please visit Bradbury Miller Associates<http://www.bradburymiller.com/contactus.html>. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and résumé as Word or PDF attachments to Dan Bradbury<mailto:danbradbury@bradburymiller.com>. This position will close December 20, 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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Reminder: upcoming Youth & Teen Services webinars from Library of Michigan
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 13 Nov '17

13 Nov '17

Teen Clubs<https://www.solutionwhere.com/WW/Aspx/Public/Search/ShowCourse.aspx?courseN…>: on Tuesday, November 14th, at 2:00 PM *Still a dozen seats available - you don't want to miss out! Want to keep the momentum going after a successful teen event? That "one off" can easily be turned into a popular monthly club that will keep young adults coming back. "Club Programs for Teens: 100 Activities for the Entire Year" authors Amy Alessio and Heather Booth will tell you how. Presenters are Heather Booth, co-editor of "The Whole Library Handbook: Teen Services," and Amy Alessio, co-author of the bestsellers "A Year of Programs for Teens" and "A Year of Programs for Teens 2." Every Child Ready to Read Webinar Series<https://www.solutionwhere.com/WW/Aspx/Public/Search/ShowCourse.aspx?courseN…> with Sue McCleaf Nespeca: Tuesday, November 28th at 2:00 PM ECRR wrap-up & a peek at the Very Ready Reading Program. Full Body Storytime<https://www.solutionwhere.com/WW/Aspx/Public/Search/ShowCourse.aspx?courseN…>: Moving and Grooving with Stories, Songs, Rhythms and Rhymes Tuesday, December 19, 2017, 2pm Movement is a child's first language! Combine movement with rhythm and you have the foundation for literacy skills like listening, speaking, reading and writing. In support of healthy early childhood learning experiences and the ALA Every Child Ready to Read initiative, narrative consultant/storyteller, Jenifer Strauss will host a live webinar featuring stories, songs, play, and movement. Participants will learn how to plan and execute a well-balanced storytime that will allow young patrons to be active and creative with language. Directions for making percussion instruments and props included. PDF handouts of song lyrics and supporting research provided. Books: I Knew an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly (your favorite version) The Talkative Tortoise (India, Haiti, Anishinabek origins) The Enormous Turnip, a folktale illustrated by Kathy Parkinson (or your favorite retelling) Ready to Read Michigan: "I Got the Rhythm!"<https://www.solutionwhere.com/WW/Aspx/Public/Search/ShowCourse.aspx?courseN…> Tuesday, January 16th, 2pm Join us to learn about a Ready to Read Storytime designed for outreach to your local early childhood providers & schools! This year's book selection is "I Got the Rhythm" by Connie Schofield-Morrison and illustrated by Frank Morrison. Copies of the title will be shipped to libraries mid-January-early February, so this is a sneak peek if you do not already have the book in-hand. All webinars will be from 2 pm to 3 pm ET. All webinars will be recorded and posted on our WEBINAR ARCHIVES<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-18668_63014-301245--…> page once they are made closed captioned. If a date or time is inconvenient, you can register in order to get a link to the recording emailed directly to you. These webinars are made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> 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:image002.png@01D20444.B08921B0]

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TWO new free webinars for public libraries, November 30 & December 5
by Sheryl Mase 13 Nov '17

13 Nov '17

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