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Free books
by Kat Lightfoot 08 Jun '17

08 Jun '17

The Houghton Lake Public Library has seven copies of "Th1rteen R3asons Why" by Jay Asher available to the first library that responds. The books are in very good shape, having only been used for one book club event. Please include your MeL code. -- "Outside of a dog, a book is man's best friend. Inside of a dog, it's too dark to read."--Groucho Marx

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MeL Minute: MeL Search Box Widget
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 08 Jun '17

08 Jun '17

In a recent MeL Minute we talked about the changes to the MeL homepage search box. Namely, we added two new tabs to expand functionality. Now, you can search MeLCat and Articles and eResources separately at MeL.org<http://mel.org/> as well as searching them together. This week we updated the code to the MeL search box widget so that it has that same functionality. The widget is 280px wide and 220 px high and the code for placing this search widget on your own website can be found at: http://mel.org/widget/meldiscoverywidget280.html. Please note that there is code for the header, footer and body of each web page where you want to display the widget and it is found at the link above. The widget for Ploud websites will be updated soon and will be available at the Ploud Knowledge Base helpdesk when it is ready. MeL databases are available to Michigan residents or Michigan library access only. 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>, visit http://mel.org<http://mel.org/>, or Sign up for the MeL Minute and other Library of Michigan e-mail lists via GovDelivery<https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/subscriber/new>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. Warm regards, Deb and Sonya Deb Renee Biggs and Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultants Library of Michigan/MDE ------------------------------------------- http://mel.org http://facebook.com/mel.org

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Free books
by Kat Lightfoot 08 Jun '17

08 Jun '17

The Houghton Lake Public Library has seven copies of "Th1rteen R3asons Why" by Jay Asher available to the first library that responds. The books are in very good shape, having only been used for one book club event. Please include your MeL code. -- "Outside of a dog, a book is man's best friend. Inside of a dog, it's too dark to read."--Groucho Marx

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Abrams Foundation Family History Seminar, July 21-22, in Lansing
by Rzepczynski, Kris (DNR) 08 Jun '17

08 Jun '17

Perhaps of interest for you, your colleagues, or your patrons. Featuring Jen Baldwin, the Abrams Foundation Family History Seminar will be held in Lansing on July 21-22. Brought to you by the Archives of Michigan and the Michigan Genealogical Council, the event's information, program schedule, and registration page can all be found here: http://seekingmichigan.org/events/2017-abrams-foundation-family-history-sem…. With a terrific lineup of programs and speakers, we are looking forward to a fantastic event. Please feel free to email me off-list with any questions about the event. Thank you. Kris Rzepczynski Senior Archivist, Archives of Michigan 517.373.9191 rzepczynskik(a)michigan.gov

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Device Purchasing - Personal Purchase Program
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 08 Jun '17

08 Jun '17

Greetings all, Attached please find an updated device purchasing flyer with better details about the products available for purchase for personal use through this program. Sonya Schryer Norris Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. PO Box 30009 Lansing, MI 48909 517-373-4457 http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> http://www.michlibrary.org<http://www.michlibrary.org/> Did you know most Michigan educator certificates expire June 30th of any given year? Educators can check expiration dates and renew or progress certificates using the Michigan Online Educator Certification System at www.michigan.gov/moecs<http://www.michigan.gov/moecs>. Not your year for renewal? Use MOECS to manage professional learning for future renewals, view effectiveness ratings and update personal information! [cid:image004.jpg@01D2C025.EAA99170]

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Accepting Credit cards at the Library
by Sylvia Merz 07 Jun '17

07 Jun '17

Happy almost June everyone. We are FINALLY getting the equipment to accept credit & debit cards in payment here at the Library! Would greatly appreciate any of you sharing your existing policies that address this issue so I don't have to reinvent the wheel. Thanks so much - my email is lelandlibrary(a)lelandtownshiplibrary.org <mailto:lelandlibrary@lelandtownshiplibrary.org> Sylvia Merz, Director Leland Township Library 203 E. Cedar St., P.O. Box 736 Leland, MI 49654-0736 PH: 231-256-9152 FAX: 231-256-8847 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday - 10 to 5 Wednesday-10 to 6 Saturday-10 to 2 lelandlibrary.org

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Cloud-based ILS
by Stanczak, Cindy 07 Jun '17

07 Jun '17

Hello all! I apologize for any cross-posting. ADL is considering cloud-based ILS. We don't want to try to maintain a server. Is anyone using a cloud-based ILS that would be willing to share your experience? Albion is a small (class III) public library. I'd love to here your good/bad/ugly on any or all of the following: 1.) Migration 2.) Ease of use 3.) MeLCat process 4.) Customer Support I'm happy to share a compilation. If you would like to share your input anonymously, please let me know and I won't share your name/library on the compilation. Thank you! Cynthia Stanczak Library Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 (517) 629-3993 Albion District Library: Transforming Minds, Changing Lives. Proudly serving our community since 1919. Online at www.albionlibrary.org, or find us on Facebook!

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Summer Food press release from MDE
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 07 Jun '17

07 Jun '17

Subject: Michigan Department of Education Press Release [MDE Logo] News Release Contact: Martin Ackley, Director of Public and Governmental Affairs, 517-241-4395 Bill DiSessa, Spokesperson, 517-335-6649 Meet Up and Eat Up -- Summer Meals for Kids Three Easy Ways to Find the Nearest Summer Food Service Program Site in Michigan June 7, 2017 Michigan children in low-income communities need to continue receiving healthy meals when school is out for the summer and the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) is announcing multiple ways for families to find the nearest locations of the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) for children across the state. This program is crucial for the hundreds of thousands of Michigan students who rely on the federal school meals program during the school year. Once school is out, over 1,700 SFSP sites across Michigan help to bridge that gap until the start of school next fall. Last year, 535,000 low-income Michigan children received meals during the school year, but less than 85,000 of those children (17%) ate meals or snacks at approved summer meal sites in their neighborhoods. "Too many families across Michigan are struggling, and we can't have children going hungry in the summer when programs like this are available," said State Superintendent Brian Whiston, in stressing the importance of these crucial summer food programs for children. "Making families aware and informed is vital to keeping kids fed and healthy." MDE provides the SFSP Site Locator Map, which allows families to identify the nearest Meet Up and Eat Up(tm) Summer Food Service Program site, including information about locations, meal types, dates, times, and driving directions. The map can be found at www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup.<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> In partnership with Michigan No Kid Hungry and the United Way for Southeastern Michigan, people anywhere in Michigan can also locate the Meet Up and Eat Up(tm) Summer Food Service Program site nearest them by dialing 2-1-1 from any landline or mobile phone. Call centers across the state access the MDE Site Locator Map to provide callers with the most up-to-date information. Additionally, Michigan No Kid Hungry sponsors a text message resource. Mobile phone users can text "Food" to 877-877 and receive the most up-to-date site location information. Standard text messaging rates apply. The program spans nearly every county in Michigan. Individuals and organizations interested in more information on SFSP or about becoming a site, an activity provider, or a volunteer this summer, can contact MDE's Office of School Support Services, Summer Food Service Program at 608 West Allegan Street, P.O. Box 30008, Lansing, Michigan 48909, by calling 517-373-3347, or on the MDE website at www.michigan.gov/sfsp<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…>. The Summer Food Service Program serves nutritious meals to children up to age 18 living in low-income areas (where 50 percent or more of the students qualify for no-cost or reduced price school meals). The program can operate in schools, libraries, public housing centers, playgrounds, camps, parks, museums, and faith-based facilities. Meals served are free and no registration is required. The Summer Food Service Program, administered by MDE through funds from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is available to children 18 and under regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. # # # [Meet Up and Eat Up] * Summer+Food+Program.pdf<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> ________________________________ [Michigan Department of Education Logo]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> Questions? Contact Us<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> STAY CONNECTED: [Visit us on Facebook]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> [Visit us on Twitter]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> [Sign up for email updates]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…>

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Teen Programming Inquiry
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 07 Jun '17

07 Jun '17

Professor & Research Librarian Michele D. Behr<mailto:michele.behr@wmich.edu?subject=Teen%20Programming> from Western Michigan University is conducting a research project concerning library involvement in college readiness for teens, as well as "life after high school" programming. She would like to find out more about the kinds of things libraries are engaged in in this area. She's interested in hearing about any or all of the following: * Library programming offered for teens that has to do with exploring college and career options * Programs, websites, etc. sponsored by libraries, that are designed to assist with academic skills preparation for college * Partnerships with schools, academic libraries, or other organizations for the purpose of improving college readiness or preparation, or transition from high school to college * Any other library outreach in the community that has goals related to college, career readiness, or life after high school Please respond to her online survey<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdFlHa9wp0oADAjascwJB2_7zbYhnXTMIR…>. Sorry for any cross-posting... Thank you, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Statewide Library Services Library of Michigan 517-335-8129 517-373-5700 f LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan>

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CPL Job Posting
by Shipra Sharma 07 Jun '17

07 Jun '17

Canton Public Library currently has a new position open with our Business Services Department (now through June 25, 2017.) Following are the main details of the position along with the Job description and requirements. Job Title: Building Monitor Supervisor: Marian Nicholson, Department Head - Business Services Starting Wage: $13.23- $14.00 per hour Scheduled Hours: 20 hours per week (evenings and weekends) Benefits: Prorated: Vacation time, sick time and holidays. Apply to: Marian Nicholson, Department Head - Business Services Email: nicholsonm(a)cantonpl.org<mailto:nicholsonm@cantonpl.org> Application Deadline: 6:00 pm on Sunday, June 25, 2017 Application packets must include an official CPL employment application<https://www.cantonpl.org/sites/default/files/CPL_Employment_Application.pdf> (available at cantonpl.org<https://www.cantonpl.org/sites/default/files/CPL_Employment_Application.pdf>), cover letter and resume. Only complete application packets received or postmarked by 6:00 pm Sunday, June 25, 2017 will be considered. Incomplete application packets will not be reviewed. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ POSITION SUMMARY Under the management of the Business Services Department Head, the Building Monitor is responsible for ensuring a safe and secure environment for patrons and staff; enforcing library rules and policies in the library building and on library property. The nature of the work requires evening and weekend hours. This position is classified as a regular part-time position and is non-exempt from overtime under FLSA guidelines. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Monitors all areas of the library building and grounds for security and potential safety issues and/or damage. Recommends effective safety enhancements and/or corrective actions to the Department Head. Repairs or reports damage to Building Supervisor. * Assists library staff with maintaining order and appropriate library behavior throughout the property. * Possesses a complete understanding of and ability to enforce library policies using a polite and professional approach. Includes removing unruly or disruptive patrons from the library, and when necessary, seeking police intervention for refusal to comply, or for violations of the law. * Composes detailed, clear and concise incident reports; obtains case numbers in the event of police involvement. Accurately logs, uploads and/or updates incident reports according to established procedures. * Possesses a complete understanding of security hardware/software and has the ability to capture images in accordance with established policies and procedures. * Compiles, maintains, reviews and/or interprets statistical data; prepares reports as requested by the Director or Department Head. * Facilitates effective building access/key control including annual audit of staff access levels. * Provides an overview of security procedures to newly hired staff and occasional reviews to existing staff. * Ensures final building security after library closing (checks doors, clears the building and sets alarm). * Liaison to evening janitorial service. Performs spot checks of premises to ensure cleanliness and reports/resolves deficiencies with crew leader. Reports unresolved concerns to Department Head. * Maintains an inventory of janitorial supplies within assigned budget. * Stays informed of library news and events via review of all forms of library communication: website, email, SharePoint, library newsletter and blog. Contributes content as appropriate. * Accepts special assignments or duties in support of the library's goals and objectives. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Facilitates set-up/take-down of meeting rooms for various in-house and public programs; maintains flexibility in work schedule to accommodate events held outside of normal library hours. * Monitors public restrooms; refills paper products as needed. * Empties trash from exterior of building and picks up trash on the grounds as necessary. * Shovels light snow and spreads salt to eliminate unsafe sidewalk conditions; contacts snow contractor when needed. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS * High School diploma or equivalent. * Working knowledge of the most widely-used features of Microsoft Office applications, the internet and common office equipment. * Ability to perform light building maintenance. * Previous public service experience. * Working knowledge of library operations and services, including an understanding of and adherence to fundamental principles of open access to library materials and the privacy rights of patrons. * Ability to maintain confidentiality of private and/or sensitive information. Uses discretion in handling confidential library matters. * Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to deliver tactful and decisive communications regarding policies, procedures and guidelines to an audience not always receptive to the information being communicated. * Ability to work effectively with a diverse public; including children and teenagers. * Ability to work under stressful conditions, exercise good judgment, and act quickly in emergencies. * Ability to multi-task, establish priorities, and remain organized in a changing environment. * Punctuality and dependability. * Consistent display of public service attitude that reflects the library's values. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * One year of public service experience. * Prior public library experience. * Prior experience with youth and teens. * Familiarity with SharePoint and Avigilon Security Software. * Current CPR certification. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS * Sufficient physical agility to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, sit, lift up to 40 lbs., and push carts weighing up to 200 lbs. * Ability to work outdoors for prolonged periods of time in all weather conditions as well as in noisy and potentially hazardous environments with electricity, dust, debris and chemicals. * Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing which permits the employee to communicate in writing and verbally. * Sufficient vision which permits the employee to produce and review a wide variety of materials in both electronic and hard copy form. * Ability to work effectively under stressful conditions in a fast-paced environment. Canton Public Library is an EEO employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. This job description is not a contract between the library and the employee. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload. The library reserves the right to revise this job description at its discretion. [vsmCPLlogo] Shipra Sharma Administrative Assistant-HR sharmas(a)cantonpl.org<mailto:sharmas@cantonpl.org> Canton Public Library<http://www.cantonpl.org/> 1200 S. Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188 734-397-0999 x1068

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