September 2017 - Michlib-l

Free Art Classes for Kids at Wilder Branch
by Jennifer Dye 11 Sep '17

11 Sep '17

ProjectArt brings art for kids to the Wilder Branch from September 2017 through May 2018, except for holidays and library close dates. There is one class for ages 8-12 4:00-5:00 on Wednesday, and two classes on Saturday, one each for ages 4-7 (1:00-2:00) and 8-12 (2:00-3:00. Classes start September 13. Some classes will run an hour and a half to make up for dates that the branch is not open. Register at projectart.org/enroll Email questions to jessica(a)projectart.org I can also answer questions about the program. Jennifer Jennifer Dye Children's Librarian, Assistant Manager Lincoln and Wilder branches Detroit Public Library jdye(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org Lincoln Branch (M-Tu) 1221 E. 7 Mile Rd. Detroit, Michigan 48203 313-481-1782 Wilder Branch (W, Th, Sat) 7140 E. 7 Mile Rd. Detroit, Michigan 48234 313-481-1872 [DPL Logo]<http://www.detroitpubliclibrary.org> Detroit Public Library Disclaimer This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual(s) addressed in the message. If you are not the named addressee, you should not disseminate, distribute, or copy this e-mail. If you are not the intended recipient, you are notified that disclosing, distributing, or copying this e-mail is strictly prohibited.

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[Job Opening] Systems Technician
by BTPL Careers 11 Sep '17

11 Sep '17

Greetings-- We have a Systems Technician position open at Bloomfield Township Public Library. You can read about it here: https://btpl.org/about-us/employment-volunteer/ ...or see the attachment. Best Regards, Linden Godlove

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Part-Time Library Science Student Intern Position
by Robyn Lowenstein 11 Sep '17

11 Sep '17

The Plymouth District Library - job posting for Part-time Library Science Student Intern. See the posting below, or visit plymouthlibrary.org for more information. Plymouth District Library – Job Posting http://plymouthlibrary.org TITLE: Library Science Student Intern Part-time - 12hrs/wk Schedule includes day, evening, and weekend hours OUR LIBRARY: The library’s mission is to connect, enrich, and improve lives through information, services, and spaces. Our core values include access, literacy, community destination, and personalized service. The Plymouth District Library is located in beautiful downtown Plymouth, MI in northwestern Wayne County. The library is a member of The Library Network. We serve the diverse residents of the city of Plymouth and Plymouth Township, as well as the patrons of 75 Detroit-area libraries through a reciprocal borrowing agreement facilitated by The Library Network. Over 57,000 area residents are library card holders. In 2016, over 345,000 people entered the library for programming, borrowing materials, computer use, and other activities, and over 880,000 items were circulated. Our physical collections total over 250,000 items. POSITION SUMMARY AND DUTIES: Library Science Student Interns are primarily responsible for providing reference and readers advisory services to patrons of all ages. Interns serve the public at three of the library’s service desks: Reference, Reader Advisory, and Youth. Other regular duties include supporting patrons’ use of the library’s technology services, such as databases and e-books, facilitating holds and interlibrary loan requests, program registration, and equipment assistance such as copy machines and scanners. Other Internship projects may include event planning and presenting, collection management, making displays, creating web content, and implementing strategic planning initiatives. The goal of the Internship is to provide supervised, varied experiences that prepare library science students for the work of professional librarians. We can provide opportunities across library departments, and are also open to project ideas from the Interns. SALARY: $15.39/ per hour This position does not include benefits. REPORTS TO: Adult/Teen and Youth Services Coordinators QUALIFICATIONS:  Possession of a Bachelor’s degree  Enrollment in a Master’s degree program in Library and/or Information Science with preference to those with at least one year remaining in the program before graduation. REQUIRED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:  Patron-centered public service attitude  Ability to exercise initiative and sound independent judgment  Working knowledge of common computer applications, including Microsoft Office and the Internet  Discretion and consideration for patron privacy  Written and verbal communication skills consistent with graduate-level work  Punctuality and dependability PREFERRED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:  Advanced research skills  Technology skills specific to mobile devices and apps, coding, and content management systems  Familiarity with library systems such as automation, interlibrary loan, and databases  Public library experience, either as an advanced user or library employee at any level of service SEND COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO: Robyn Lowenstein, Business/HR Manager humanresources(a)plymouthlibrary.org DEADLINE: Friday, September 29 by 4:00pm 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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Register for the 40th Annual Mary Caletto Rife Youth Literature Seminar: November 16 & 17
by Farrell Howe 11 Sep '17

11 Sep '17

40th Annual Mary Calletto Rife Youth Literature Seminar The 40th Annual Mary Calletto Rife Youth Literature Seminar<http://www.kpl.gov/yls> will welcome Mitali Perkins, Gary Schmidt, Javaka Steptoe and Matt Faulkner on November 16 & 17 at the Fetzer Center<https://wmich.edu/fetzer/>. All four guest authors will share in the annual Meet the Authors<http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar/meet-the-author.aspx> event on Thursday evening, November 16, 6:30 pm, at Central Library<http://www.kpl.gov/cen>. Meet the Authors is a free event and open to the public. Space is limited. Also, back by popular demand will be local experts Ed Spicer, Lynn Rutan and Cindy Dobrez, plus K.T. Horning will share her immense knowledge from her work as the Director of the Cooperative Children’s Book Center. LEARN MORE * Meet the Authors<http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar/meet-the-author.aspx> * Schedule of Events<http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar/schedule.aspx> * Featured Speakers<http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar/speakers.aspx> * Register Online<http://www.kpl.gov/youth-literature-seminar/youth-literature-seminar.aspx> Contact for more information: email<mailto:jilll@kpl.gov?subject=> call: 269-553-7804 Submitted by: Farrell Howe Marketing and Communication Manager Kalamazoo Public Library 269-553-7879 [cid:623F2C87-D130-4AA2-B000-AD62596DAE12]

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Summer Reading stats survey
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 11 Sep '17

11 Sep '17

It's that time of year again! When your summer reading program wraps up, please take a few minutes to complete the annual survey; it provides us with useful feedback: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MiSRP17 Adult program, Teens & Children's stats are all covered in this 1 survey, but you do not need to complete all 3 age groups, just the one(s) you coordinate. Feel free to forward to other departments (childrens/teens/adults) for them to complete their portion. If you're submitting a district-wide report (in lieu of branch-by-branch), please note that in the "Name of branch" box. Please submit your responses by Friday, September 8, 2017, to be eligible for a prize drawing. Questions include: * Total number in age group registered * Total number in age group completed minimum goals * Total number of events specific to age group in summer reading program * Total attendance at said events * Suggestions for 2019/2020 summer reading! 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> Nourishing Michigan's Future...during school and during the summer! Find a Summer Food Service Program site nearest you and encourage Michigan's children to Meet Up and Eat Up! www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup> [cid:image002.png@01D2CD53.CCC38130]

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bags, padded, for Rides
by M. Converse 11 Sep '17

11 Sep '17

Hello, libraries of Michigan! We hope you're all well & enjoying life. Recently we in Alpena have experienced a huge increase in Mel requests, which put a strain on our packaging materials. We've purchased quite a bit, but if anyone has extra padded mailers, we'd be very grateful to (temporarily) receive them. Thank you so very much! M. Converse, Reference Department Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library zv010

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Cooperative Director, West Michigan, Lakeland Library Cooperative
by Jobeth Bradbury 11 Sep '17

11 Sep '17

Cooperative Director - Lakeland Library Cooperative (MI) Lead Lakeland Library Cooperative<http://www.llcoop.org/>-an innovative and accomplished Michigan library cooperative-to continue outstanding levels of service and effective resource sharing. The Executive Board of the Cooperative (headquartered in suburban Grand Rapids), seeks an experienced library leader-responsive to member libraries, staff, and community needs, and skilled in focusing the efforts of a team of talented professionals-as its next Cooperative Director. Lakeland, one of eleven Michigan cooperatives, works in partnership with its 42-member public libraries providing essential services. With a $1.1 million annual budget (funded primarily from local property taxes) and 11FTE system staff, LLC serves an eight-county region in western Michigan with a service population of 1.2 million people. Member libraries range from small, rural libraries to very large urban libraries. LLC is a member-focused organization-40 libraries participate in resource sharing through a shared ILS with daily courier service. All Lakeland libraries participate in reciprocal borrowing and belong to MeLCat, the statewide interlibrary loan system. The successful candidate will implement the 2016 Strategic Plan<http://www.bradburymiller.com/lakelandstratplan.pdf> with its focus on four core areas: governance, member services, advocacy, and continuing education. Another key project is exploring migrating to a new ILS and implementing that migration. West Michigan has it all! With its living sand dunes, it's the spirit of the desert but with hundreds of square miles of fresh water at the end of the trail. With vast forests, it's a wilderness offering unparalleled fishing and hunting and thousands of miles of hiking, biking, equestrian, snowshoeing, Nordic and snowmobile trails wide open for adventure. With Lake Michigan lapping the western shore, it's a paradise of sugar-sand beaches that stretch for 400 ever-changing miles. The clean, safe communities are cultural meccas of the performing arts, historical museums and unique shopping. Golf courses, lighthouses, wineries and casinos-West Michigan is a destination and a place people call home with both small town life and cosmopolitan diverse large cities. With its low cost of living, West Michigan a great place to live, work, and play and is a desirable, affordable location for families. The Grand Rapids/Kent County area is the unofficial capital of West Michigan and is ranked as #19 in Best Places to Live in the U.S. It shares big-city excitement without big-city hassle and Midwest friendliness with small-town warmth. The area also has a significant focus on the arts. In 2009, Grand Rapids hosted the first ArtPrize-the world's largest art competition determined by public voting-and the city is also known as "Beer City USA" highlighting its prominent breweries. For more details about Lakeland Library Cooperative, the region, and the many attractions of both, see Lakeland Library Cooperative Links<http://www.bradburymiller.com/lakelandlinks2017.htm>. Responsibilities. The Lakeland Library Cooperative Director, under the direction of the nine-member Executive Board and an Advisory Council, has overall responsibility for leadership and management of the eight-county public library cooperative that seeks to pursue leadership and innovation in library service. Duties will include management of planning, budgets, personnel, service functions, and legislative advocacy. The LLC Director works with the Board, staff, member libraries, other Michigan cooperatives, the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services and the Library of Michigan to establish the strategic vision for LLC, aligning its mission with member library needs and priorities. The Director will also ensure an active LLC presence in the statewide library community and professional activities. For the full position description, visit LLC Director Position<http://www.bradburymiller.com/LLCjobdesc.pdf>. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications are an ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library Science; eight years professional public library experience with four years at a managerial level (or an equivalent background and experience that will enable the candidate to perform the work required); and possession of (or the ability to obtain) a Librarian's Permanent Professional Certificate issued by the State of Michigan. Essential attributes and skills include: vision, creativity, energy and enthusiasm; superior interpersonal skills; flexibility; political acumen; collaborative and consensus-building skills; and a desire to move the system forward to excellence and innovation. Success working with and reporting to a governing board, political advocacy experience, the ability to work with member libraries on legal, governance and policy issues, and prior experience in regional cooperatives, systems or consortia are all additional preferred qualifications. Compensation. The hiring salary range is $90,000-100,000 (placement being dependent on experience and qualifications) with an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<http://www.bradburymiller.com/> via email or phone. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to Karen Miller<mailto:karenmiller@bradburymiller.com>. The position closes October 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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*Free* roundtable on community engagement!
by Jan Davidson 11 Sep '17

11 Sep '17

MCLS is committed to supporting the community engagement efforts of libraries in Indiana and Michigan. We'll have another round of community engagement roundtable discussions in September! With each round of discussions, we're moving around the states to try to be near as many librarians as possible. For this round, we'll be in Southwest Michigan and Northern Indiana. These discussions are free and open to anyone with an interest, but we ask that you register online so we know how many to expect. Join us for the opportunity to support one another in your community engagement efforts! Thursday, September 21 Kalamazoo Public Library, Central Branch, Van Deusen Room, 315 S Rose St, Kalamazoo MI Time: 10am to Noon Eastern Register>><https://goo.gl/forms/A9isL3Q9rnLE6hrX2> Friday, September 22 Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library, Harris Branch, 51446 Elm Road, Granger IN Time: 10am to Noon Eastern Credit: 1 LEU for Indiana staff Register>><https://goo.gl/forms/9mtQFcD6Sw8Yjv6j2> Questions? Contact Jan at davidsonj(a)mcls.org<mailto:davidsonj@mcls.org> or 800-530-9019 x111. ********************** Jan Davidson Administrative Assistant, Member Engagement Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Phone: 517-492-3811 / toll-free 800-530-9019 x111 davidsonj(a)mcls.org<mailto:davidsonj@mcls.org> Check out the MCLS Training Calendar at: mcls.org/calendar<http://mcls.org/calendar> [facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [twitter] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [square-logo-1 (002)] <http://www.mcls.org/>

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Free MeL webinar - Teacher portal updates - Sept 20, 3:30pm Eastern
by David Votta 11 Sep '17

11 Sep '17

Your students are counting on you to equip them with the best tools and resources to make them an academic success. The updated MeL Teacher's Portal can help as your destination with integrating MeL into Michigan classrooms and curriculum. Join us on September 20 at 3:30pm Eastern for a 30-minute webinar focused on how MeL can help you prepare your students for the school year ahead. Registration is free and open to all Michigan library staff, educators, and other interested users. Read more and register for this webinar<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/teacher-portal-updates.html>. https://store.mcls.org/index.php/teacher-portal-updates.html This webinar will be recorded, and made available on demand anytime. http://mcls.org/mel/mel-training-events/ MeL training is funded in part by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Additional service support comes from the Federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) via the Institute of Museum and Library Services<http://www.imls.gov/> (IMLS). [IMLS logo.png] Please share. David Votta Community Engagement Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Lansing, MI Phone: (800) 530-9019 ext 122 Phone: (517) 492-3822 Fax: (517) 492-3886 vottad(a)mcls.org<mailto:vottad@mcls.org> "For every complex problem there is an answer which is clear, simple, and wrong." -H.L. Mencken

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Sterling Heights Public Library PT Librarian Job Posting
by Tammy Turgeon 08 Sep '17

08 Sep '17

Hi! The Sterling Heights Public Library has an opening for a PT Librarian! We'd love to have you join our team! *_SALARY:_*$23.0232/hr to $25.8584/hr(No benefits) This is a 20-30 hours per week position that includes two daytime shifts, two evening shifts, every other Saturday, and every fifth Sunday (during the school year). *_HOW TO APPLY:_* Application must be made on an _official online City application form_ at www.sterling-heights.net <http://www.sterling-heights.net>.*_Official City application must be completed in full._* Official college transcripts required upon hire. Applicants will be notified by email as to their status in the process. *Deadline to apply is Thursday, September 7, 2017, at 5:00 p.m. *The Human Resources phone number is: 586-446-2315. *_JOB DESCRIPTION:_* Under supervision of the Public Services Area Coordinator, this position is responsible for reference and readers advisory services, collection development activities for various adult collections, instruction in the use of the library and its resources, and programming for adults. *_ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:_* Provides information, reference, and referral services in Adult Services. Selects, evaluates, and weeds materials for specific areas of collection. Provides instruction in the use of print and digital resources. Develops and/or presents programs for adults, including book groups. *_REQUIREMENTS:_* Masters Degree in Library Science from an accredited ALA college or university. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Physical strength and dexterity to handle materials and boxes up to 25 pounds in weight and to transport loaded book carts. Ability to work evening and weekend work schedule. Knowledge of online databases, reference resources, and public computer applications to assist the general public. Knowledge of tablet and/or mobile devices used for accessing Overdrive, RBDigital, Freegal, and other digital services. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and the general public. *_PARTS & WEIGHTS OF EXAMINATION_**_:_* Oral . . . . . . . . . . . . .100%*__* *_NOTE:_***Applicants are required to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen to be conducted by a physician authorized by the City of Sterling Heights prior to start date. *_PURPOSE:_* The purpose of this exam is to fill one position. *_LAST DATE FOR FILING APPLICATIONS:September 7, 2017_**by 5:00 p.m.* *_Disability Accommodation_*_:_Disabled persons needing accommodations for employment must notify the employer in writing within 182 days after the need is known. ** *EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER MALE\FEMALE\DISABILITY* -- Tammy Turgeon Director Sterling Heights Public Library 40255 Dodge Park Sterling Heights, MI 48313 586-446-2640 Director Suburban Library Cooperative 44750 Delco Blvd Sterling Heights, MI 48313 586-685-5750

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