September 2017 - Michlib-l

Come meet Pam, our newest MCLS staff member! Coffee with the Executive Director is 9/8/17
by Jan Davidson 01 Sep '17

01 Sep '17

At Midwest Collaborative for Library Services, we love to serve. Over the last few months, we've been holding online Coffee with the Executive Director meet-ups to answer questions and fill members in on what has been going on at MCLS. It has been a lot of fun, and we want to include more people in the conversation! The next virtual Coffee with the Executive Director<https://www.mcls.org/training-events/events/coffee-executive-director/> is coming up on Friday, September 8, and we'd love for YOU to join us! Is there something you've been wondering about MCLS or about libraries in Michigan and Indiana? Something we could do to support you? Are you unsure if MCLS membership would benefit your library? Maybe your library already is a member, but you'd like to know more about how you can leverage that membership. Now's your chance to ask your questions or tell us your thoughts! MCLS Executive Director Randy Dykhuis will be online, ready to chat, on Friday, September 8, at 9am Eastern (8am Central). There's no need to register; just follow the steps on our webpage<https://www.mcls.org/training-events/events/coffee-executive-director/> to go to the Zoom meeting. You can join with or without video, ask your questions live or just listen. Whichever way you choose to participate, we'll be excited to have you be part of the conversation. As an added bonus, this month Randy will be introducing our newest staff member, Pam Seabolt, Community Engagement Librarian for Indiana. We're excited to have Pam on board and hope you'll take the opportunity to log in and meet her! Have a question, but feel uncomfortable asking it in front of a group? Want to ask a big question that might take some forethought to answer completely? Feel free to submit questions<https://www.mcls.org/training-events/events/coffee-executive-director/> ahead of time. New to Zoom? It's super user-friendly! Get instructions<https://www.mcls.org/training-events/events/coffee-executive-director/> on setting up Zoom on your computer and logging/dialing into the chat here: https://www.mcls.org/training-events/events/coffee-executive-director/ Questions? Contact Jan Davidson, Administrative Assistant for Member Engagement, at davidsonj(a)mcls.org or 800-530-9019 x111. We'd love to have our biggest group yet; feel free to invite your friends and colleagues. Hope to see you online! ********************** 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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Space Planner
by Rebecca Higgerson 01 Sep '17

01 Sep '17

We have a small Friends of the Library sorting area that we would like to redesign (remove existing furniture, install new shelving). Does anyone have recommendations for companies who would handle a small-scale job? Thanks in advance!! *Rebecca Higgerson* Director Brandon Twp Public Library 304 South Street Ortonville MI 48462 248-627-1474 248-627-9880 (fax) *“We enhance and strengthen community by providing open access to educational information, recreational materials, and programs that enrich lives and promote lifelong learning.”*

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TODAY is your last chance to register!
by Jan Davidson 01 Sep '17

01 Sep '17

Hurry! Today at 2pm, registration closes for next week's "Writing for the web<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/writing-for-the-web.html>" online workshop! Is your library's website written in language for the online world? Learn how appropriate writing for the web for your library's website will make for a better user experience for your patrons. We will discuss strategies to help your patrons to get the information they need faster, and help make content easier for library staff to manage. Instructor: Jessica Barnes has spent her career working in and for Indiana public libraries. After receiving her MSLIS from the University of Illinois in 2004, she worked in and managed reference, circulation, teen, and technical services departments in three northern Indiana public libraries. As the northern Indiana regional coordinator for the Indiana State Library, Jessica created and presented continuing education programs and was involved in the Evergreen Indiana shared catalog project. She has spoken at countless staff days, webinars, and conferences. Jessica is currently perfecting her children's librarianship skills with the help of her two-year-old daughter, Audrey. You won't want to miss this! Register today!<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/writing-for-the-web.html> https://store.mcls.org/index.php/writing-for-the-web.html ********************** 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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Call for award nominations for Rural Libraries Conference
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 01 Sep '17

01 Sep '17

We all enjoy the feeling of being recognized by our peers for a job well done. This is your opportunity to take a few hours between now and January 12th to put together a nomination packet for one of four awards being given at RLC 2018 in Traverse City. Please consider who you know that meets the quality of excellence in the profession. Do you know someone at a small or rural library who is a leader in our profession? Do you have a Trustee or Friend who goes above and beyond the call of duty to promote and advance your library? Do you know a small or rural library that truly excels? We want to hear from you! It's time again to nominate libraries, staff, trustees, and friends of small and rural libraries for a Loleta Fyan Conference Award. Self-nominations are accepted for the Mendel award that goes to a library and it includes a cash prize! The conference will be held at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Acme outside Traverse City April 30-May 2, 2018. Nominations are due by Friday, January 12, 2018 to norriss2(a)michigan.gov<norriss2(a)michigan.gov%20> or by post to Sonya Schryer Norris, Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48909. There will be four awards in 2018. The categories are: * Outstanding Small/Rural Librarian Award * Trustee/Friend Award * Patron Service Award (includes children's services) * The June B. Mendel Award for Excellence in Rural Library Service (this award goes to a small/rural library) Please note that library cooperative staff and conference planning committee chairs are not eligible for conference awards. To qualify for the award the library must serve a population of 25,000 or less. Branch locations of larger libraries do not qualify for nomination. Nominations may come from a library director or staff, another library, a library user, a community business or organization, a library cooperative or a library may self-nominate for the June B. Mendel Award for Excellence in Rural Library Service. The award nomination form is attached and can also be found at this link: Award Nomination Form<http://michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/Call_for_Nominations_2018_R…>. Nominations are due by Friday, January 12, 2018 but we encourage you to get them in early. Have a great Labor Day weekend, everyone. 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/> 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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eNews from HSM: Upcoming History Hounds, Fun Facts, Upcoming Workshop, HSM's Buggy Visitor, Upcoming Events
by Historical Society of Michigan 01 Sep '17

01 Sep '17

Coming Up Next With History HoundsT. A First Taste of Prohibition: Banning Booze in Midland - September 13 http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/prohibition-dog.jpgAlth ough Prohibition did not begin throughout the United States until 1920, the Michigan city of Midland had already outlawed liquor 12 years earlier. Filled with many historical images, this lecture tells the story of Midland banning alcohol in 1908 and its continued exclusion of liquor-by-the-glass until 1967 - 34 years after national Prohibition ended. History HoundsT is a fun, interactive lecture series produced by the Historical Society of Michigan centered around interesting historical subjects from all areas of Michigan. Lectures are available for HSM members, and an HSM member organization has the option to live-stream the lecture for its members. It is FREE to attend! Remote attendance is also supported via our zoom communications system. Membership organizations and individuals interested in attending but do not have the means to attend in person can register for remote attendance. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> For more information about attending remotely, see our website or give us a call at (517) 324-1828. All History HoundsT lectures are held at 7 p.m. in the Meijer Education Center, located at 5815 Executive Dr. Lansing, Michigan. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To learn more, check out our website! Michigan's Capital Moves to Lansing Did you know Michigan's first state capital was in Detroit, not Lansing? Michigan's 1835 constitution stated that the capital would be in Detroit until 1847, when the legislature would then decide on a permanent site. Many towns wanted to become the capital, including Ann Arbor, Jackson, Marshall and Grand Rapids. The legislature finally chose the nearly uninhabited Lansing Township. When the location was chosen, Lansing Township was not even a formal city-it became its own city after the capitol arrangements had been made. The first capitol in Lansing was a wooden building and used from 1847 until 1878, when Michigan's current domed capitol was finished. Don't miss our next History Skills Workshop. Archives 101 September 15 - 9 a.m.-12 p.m. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> workshop-emblemDesigned for small organizations that struggle with how to preserve and organize archival materials in their collections, this workshop will discuss proper storage and handling of collections, basic arrangement techniques, and affordable solutions for supplies and enclosures. The session will also address how to organize collections materials in a manner that makes them accessible to researchers, students, and members of the general public. These training opportunities help historical organizations and interested history advocates gain skills that can be applied in museums, organizations, and personal collections. Registration is required for participation. Remote attendance is also supported via our zoom communications system. Membership organizations and individuals interested in attending but do not have the means to attend in person can register for remote attendance. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> For information on the remote attendance process, see our website or give us a call at (517) 324-1828. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> To learn more, check out our website! HSM's "Buggy" Visitor On Tuesday, the Historical Society of Michigan had a visit from its first "buggy" history fan. Those of you who follow us on Facebook probably noticed our new history lover, but for those of you who missed out on the action, here is a photo! Our director, Larry Wagenaar, used his hand as a model for scale size as this specimen was quite large. As many of you noted on Facebook, the mantis community is out and about this season! This mantis female left our office shortly after arriving, but we enjoyed her company while she visited us. Want to get in on our latest updates and interesting news? <https://www.facebook.com/hsmichigan/> Follow us on Facebook! _____ _____ 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 <https://hsmichigan.org/store/donate/> Calling all HSM Member Organizations! We're still looking for one-of-a-kind artifacts and items! Do you have an unusual, one-of-a-kind artifact or item in your collections? We're looking for eligible items to include in our publications. If you think you have a unique item of interest, let us know! Eligible items and artifacts that belong to an HSM member organization will be featured in our publications, along with your organization's site information. Please e-mail <mailto:editor@hsmichigan.org> editor(a)hsmichigan.org for more details. Don't forget to check us out on Facebook! <https://www.facebook.com/hsmichigan/> Image result for facebook icon <https://www.facebook.com/hsmichigan/> HSM page Did you know we have an online calendar listing history-related events? One of our membership benefits for local historical organizations is our online calendar. Tailored to promote local history events around the state, our online calendar highlights member organization events and exhibits. Do you have an event or exhibit you'd like displayed? See our instructions below to submit to our calendar! Upcoming Events From Our Members The Iron County Historical Society presents "Miner's Labor Day Picnic," Saturday, September 2, in Caspian. The Elk Rapids Area Historical Society presents "Animals in the Civil War: Beyond Old Abe and Traveller," Thursday, September 7, in Elk Rapids. The Northville Historical Society presents "Northville Heritage Festival," Friday through Sunday, September 15-17, in Northville. The Little Traverse Historical Society presents "Historic Home Tour," Saturday, September 23, in Petoskey. The Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society presents "Aromatherapy History," Wednesday, September 27, in Orchard Lake. The Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum presents "7th Annual Whitefish Point: Run for the Light 5K/10K Walk/Run," Saturday, October 14, in Paradise. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/calendar/> For more calendar events, see our website! Interested in featuring an event on HSM's online calendar and eNews? We are always looking to support our member organizations, and one of the ways we show support is in advertising your events and exhibits. Have an exhibit or event you'd like promoted? <http://www.hsmichigan.org/calendar/event-submission/> Feel free to submit your listing via our online calendar registration form here. This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our state's history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with "remove" in the subject line.

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Every Child Ready to Read Kit
by Barbra Krueger 01 Sep '17

01 Sep '17

Hi Cathy I would love to have the second edition of the ECRR Kit and the ECC Toolkit. Barbra Krueger Dorsch Memorial Branch Libary 18 East First Street Monroe, MI 48161 Thank you for making these resources available -- and at a price that fits everyone's budget. Barbra Krueger Monroe County Library System

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Magic by Jania
by Faith Wolbers 31 Aug '17

31 Aug '17

Hello All- I am curious if anyone has ever hosted the magician "Magic by Jania" or had the "Wanda The Wacky Witch Halloween Fun Magic Show" or any of her other programs. Just curious to hear any reviews you might have. Thanks in advance for your help! Faith Wolbers Assistant Director Coloma Public Library 151 W. Center Street P.O. Box 430 Coloma, MI 49038 (269) 468-3431 fax: (269) 468-8077 www.colomapubliclibrary.net <http://www.colomapubliclibrary.net/>

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