January 2018 - Michlib-l

Free statewide webinar on the Digital Public Library of America (DPLA)
by Sheryl Mase 20 Feb '18

20 Feb '18

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MMLC Invitation to Millage Workshop
by Irene Bancroft 06 Feb '18

06 Feb '18

Mideastern Michigan Library Cooperative Invites you to attend: [BD21325_] Millage Campaigns: The Nuts & Bolts [BD21325_] Guest Speakers: Lance Werner, Kent District Library Executive Director Shirley Bruursema, Kent District Library Board Trustee Kelli Lovasz, North Branch Township Library Director Sheila Bissonnette, Pere Marquette District Library Director Tracy Aldrich, Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library Director Scott Duimstra, Capital Area District Library Executive Director Trenton Smiley, Capital Area District Library Marketing & Communications Director This comprehensive seminar discusses millage law and ballot requirements. The workshop includes: strategies for successful millage campaigns; timeline, budgets & fundraising; marketing tips and strategies; the roles of administration, staff, trustees, friends and volunteers; and a discussion of marketing and branding for success. This workshop is a great opportunity for Libraries preparing for millage campaigns in 2018 and 2019. Wednesday, February 28, 2018 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. Holiday Inn - Gateway Center 5353 Gateway Center, Flint $65.00 Registration Fee (includes refreshments and a buffet lunch) Reservations are now being accepted. To register: http://mmlc.info/workshops/ MMLC has reserved a block of rooms at the Holiday Inn - Gateway Center for interested attendees. Irene Bancroft Administrative Specialist Mideastern MI Library Cooperative

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Virtual attendance at board meetings?
by Linda Lyshol 01 Feb '18

01 Feb '18

Hi, recently a trustee asked if it is legal to have board members attend virtually instead of physically. Obviously, this would not excuse physical presence at board meetings all the time, but simply for the times that the board member might be ill but not ill enough to have read the packet and be able to vote; it would be nice for them to leave their germs at home. There would, of course, be other reasons they might not be able to attend physically but, if possible, to attend virtually. Does anyone have an legal opinion on this or have a policy that I can look at? Thanks! Linda Lyshol, MLIS, MPA Library Director, Branch District Library 10 E. Chicago St.,Coldwater MI 49036 http://www.BranchDistrictLibrary.org 517-278-2341, ext. 116 | 517-278-2342 (fax) To fear change is to fear being challenged. To fear being challenged is to fear growth and new possibilities.~Ty Howard

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Fundraising Ideas
by JEN Rob Bristow 31 Jan '18

31 Jan '18

Happy Wednesday! Our library was recently approved for a building expansion by our Township Board. Most of the cost is covered by our Township but I am hoping to come up with a few ways to give the community a way to give toward the new building and be recognized in some way (and reduce the amount of money that the Township has to contribute if possible). If you do not mind sharing, has your library had a successful capital campaign or fundraising idea lately that goes beyond the buy-a-brick approach? Thanks for your help, Rob Bristow Library Director Georgetown Township Public Library 1525 Baldwin Jenison, MI 49428

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Fwd: Coming in February – A new look and features to your LearningExpress Library
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 31 Jan '18

31 Jan '18

New look and feel for LearningExpress Library in MeL! Please note that you can register for a “sneak peak” by clicking the link below in the forwarded email. There have also been some content updates added. We will also be doing a future MeL Minute on LearningExpress Library. Please share with any GED or workforce development agencies with whom you may work. If you have any questions, please let me know... 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 Begin forwarded message: From: EBSCO <reply(a)em.ebsco.com<mailto:reply@em.ebsco.com>> Date: January 23, 2018 at 1:21:44 PM EST To: <biggsd(a)michigan.gov<mailto:biggsd@michigan.gov>> Subject: Coming in February – A new look and features to your LearningExpress Library Reply-To: <marketoreplies(a)em.ebsco.com<mailto:marketoreplies@em.ebsco.com>> Trouble viewing? View in web browser<https://more.ebsco.com/index.php/email/emailWebview?mkt_tok=eyJpIjoiWVRkbE1…> [https://more.ebsco.com/rs/689-LNQ-855/images/LearningExpress-logo-Email-Whi…] LearningExpress is Changing in February We’re pleased to announce a new user interface for the LearningExpress platform, live February 14, 2018. [https://more.ebsco.com/rs/689-LNQ-855/images/LEX-Email-New-Platform-LEL-Hom…] The new LearningExpress platform will include changes in all LearningExpress products: LearningExpress Library™, PrepSTEP™, and LearningExpress Job & Career Accelerator™. The new interface allows users to: * Access content with fewer clicks and without the carousel * Use a more prominent search box with new functionality * Easily read on all devices with responsive design * View all available resources on the home page * Take advantage of improved speed and performance, even on low internet bandwidths Join a sneak peek demonstration by EBSCO Training of the new LearningExpress platform. The improved user interface for LearningExpress Library, PrepSTEP, and Job & Career Accelerator will be shown. To view the schedule and register, click here<http://go.ebsco.com/n0Lc0Nt021sH0QN0Jd00T50>. Please click below for more information or if you have additional questions. Support News & Alerts <http://go.ebsco.com/JN2HL10OdQ0su5J0Tc00000> [https://more.ebsco.com/rs/689-LNQ-855/images/LearningExpress-logo-Email-Col…] [Facebook icon] <http://go.ebsco.com/Bd00wL2Qs000005N0JQHc1T> [Twitter icon] <http://go.ebsco.com/Q05Q0JN0LR2H10sdT00x0c0> [LinkedIn icon] <http://go.ebsco.com/o02Ss00y500dcL00JQNT1H0> This email is intended for biggsd(a)michigan.gov<http://go.ebsco.com/dc/coscbpzmTs0YZV3zqptlLBPHB64W55WYVfbjCrCVDZY=/uTs000J…> update subscription preferences<http://go.ebsco.com/TAsL50c0d000JNU20H01TQ0> © 2017 EBSCO Industries, Inc. All rights reserved EBSCO | 10 Estes Street | Ipswich, MA 01938 Privacy Policy<http://go.ebsco.com/iB5L0sNdcVH00T000J12Q00> | Contact Us<http://go.ebsco.com/tTQc2105LJ0HC00sN0000dW> <http://go.ebsco.com/a0200H0d1L0J00vQPNs50cT> .

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Deadline extended: ALA Trustee Citation nominations due March 1
by White, Shannon (MDE) 31 Jan '18

31 Jan '18

United for Libraries is accepting nominations for the ALA Trustee Citation through March 1, 2018. The ALA Trustee Citation, established in 1941 to recognize public library Trustees for distinguished service to library development, honors the best contributions and efforts of the estimated 60,000 American citizens who serve on library boards. It is presented during the Opening General Session of the ALA Annual Conference<http://www.alaannual.org>. Recipients are expected to be present to accept the award, and expenses for attending must be borne by the recipients or their library organizations. Trustee service may have been performed on the local, state, regional or national level or at a combination of levels. Equal consideration is given to Trustees of libraries of all sizes. To nominate a Trustee for the ALA Trustee Citation, visit www.ala.org/united/grants_awards/trustees/trusteecitation<http://www.ala.org/united/grants_awards/trustees/trusteecitation>. Jillian Wentworth Manager of Marketing & Membership United for Libraries A division of the American Library Association 859 W. Lancaster Ave., Unit 2-1 Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 phone (800) 545-2433, ext. 2161 fax (484) 698-7868 www.ala.org/united<http://www.ala.org/united> like United for Libraries on Facebook: www.facebook.com/unitedforlibraries<http://www.facebook.com/unitedforlibraries> follow United for Libraries on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ala_united Manage your listserv subscription at http://lists.ala.org/sympa Shannon White Library of Michigan www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.373.9489 Whites29(a)michigan.gov

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*Free* Roundtable on community engagement!
by Pam Seabolt 31 Jan '18

31 Jan '18

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 March! 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 Caro, MI and Fort Wayne, IN. 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! Friday, March 2 Caro Area District Library, 840 W Frank St, Caro, MI Time: 10am to Noon Eastern Register>><https://goo.gl/forms/LpsbgziiZw6ENlNX2> Friday, March 30 Allen County Public Library, 900 Library Plaza, Fort Wayne, IN Time: 10am to Noon Eastern Credit: 1 LEU for Indiana staff Register>><https://goo.gl/forms/cjudkNwaZi8bX3Il1> Questions? Contact Pam at seaboltp(a)mcls.org or 800-530-9019 x123. Pamela Seabolt Community Engagement Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 (800) 530-9019 ext 123 seaboltp(a)mcls.org<mailto:seaboltp@mcls.org> [id:image001.png@01D32BD1.F967B940]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [id:image002.png@01D32BD1.F967B940] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [id:image003.png@01D32BD1.F967B940] <http://www.mcls.org/>

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MiALA Call for Posters Announcement
by Heather Ladiski 31 Jan '18

31 Jan '18

Forwarded on behalf of the MiALA Conference Planning committee. Excuse posting to duplicate lists. Please forward to anyone that you believe would benefit from this information. ************************************************** Call for Posters - MiALA Annual Conference 2018 Sustainability in Academic Libraries MiALA invites you and your colleagues to submit poster 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 communities? We welcome posters in any topic related to work in academic libraries, and particularly if they have a connection to the conference theme. Broad participation is encouraged from librarians, staff, LIS students, and administrators from all types of academic libraries (including but not limited to public universities, private colleges, and community colleges). Poster proposals should include a description of no more than 300 words. They will be evaluated on relevance to the academic library profession, originality and creativity, and clarity/applicability of content and outcomes. You must be an individual or student member of MiALA to submit a proposal. Regardless of the decision on a proposal, MiALA encourages you to attend the conference. Poster session proposals may also be submitted if your presentation proposal is not accepted. Please submit your poster proposal using the application form located here<https://www.memberleap.com/members/form.php?orgcode=MALA&fid=1703147> by March 3, 2018. The primary contact listed on each proposal will receive a message indicating receipt of the proposal when it is submitted; decisions on all proposals will be communicated to the primary contact by March 21, 2018. Questions can be sent to David Scott @ DavidScott(a)ferris.edu<mailto:DavidScott@ferris.edu>. Questions about the conference in general can be sent to conference(a)miala.org<mailto:conference@miala.org>. ******************************** 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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UPCOMING HISTORY HOUNDS: "The Worst Colonel I Ever Saw": Francis Quinn and the Battle of Shiloh - February 14
by Historical Society of Michigan 31 Jan '18

31 Jan '18

Upcoming Lecture . Wednesday, February 14 "The Worst Colonel I Ever Saw": Francis Quinn and the Battle of Shiloh with Bob Myers, Historical Society of Michigan Seating is limited! Reserve your spot now. Participants can "attend" remotely too. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> Learn more and register on our website. HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $7. "'The Worst Colonel I Ever Saw': Francis Quinn and the Battle of Shiloh" will take place on Wednesday, February 14, at 7 p.m. Colonel Francis Quinn of Niles led the 12th Michigan Infantry into action in the Battle of Shiloh, but his incompetence led to disaster. Michigan Governor Austin Blair dubbed Quinn "The worst colonel I ever saw." Come hear about Quinn and his command in one of the war's bloodiest battles. _____ If you enjoy "sniffing out" and exploring Michigan's most fascinating historical facets, join us for our evening series of in-depth lectures. The Historical Society of Michigan's History HoundsT Lecture Series allows attendees to delve into Michigan's history and dig up a bone or two of new appreciation to take home. HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $7. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. _____ _____ 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 Upcoming lectures include. Wednesday, March 14 The Mighty Mac: Connecting Michigan's Peninsulas Wednesday, April 11 Murder and Mayhem: True Crime in Michigan History Wednesday, May 9 Invading Russia: The Polar Bear Expedition <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. Lectures start at 7 p.m. (unless noted) at the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, Michigan. The lecture and Q&As usually last about an hour. Seating is limited and pre-registration is suggested but not required. Walk-ins are welcome. If you are an individual member of HSM, registration is FREE. Registration for non-members is $7. Participants can "attend" remotely, if they prefer, through Zoom Video Communications and will be able to interact with the speaker and other attendees.* For in-person attendees, light refreshments will be available. *For full interaction, microphone and webcam are required on your device. Instructions on how to remote-in to the workshop will be sent to attendees. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. 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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Novi Public Library Employment Opportunity - Youth Information Services Librarian - part-time
by Marcia Dominick 31 Jan '18

31 Jan '18

*EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:* *Position: Youth Information Services Librarian, Part-time* *Job Duties:* · Provides readers’ advisory, reference services and computer assistance using a variety of collections, materials and formats. · Trains and assists patrons with day-to-day computer questions and learning new technology and software. · Plan, implement and promote programming services appropriate to the needs of the community. · Participates in collection development and maintenance, keeping within monetary and physical space constraints. · Engage in outreach opportunities within the community. · Works positively and collaboratively across departments to accomplish department goals. *Job Requirements:* · MLS from an ALA accredited school. · Knowledge of adult and youth literature. · Experience in youth programming. · Dedication to public service. · Enthusiastic, friendly, self-motivated and creative. · Knowledge of Internet and computer related technology. · Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. · Physical mobility, vision, hearing, and manual dexterity essential. · Maintain physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, bending, and /or walking for extended periods of time; stooping; crouching; reaching; carrying books or boxes of books; pushing book carts; seeing; keyboarding; using the telephone; lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; push or pull with wheeled cart up to 500 pounds; operating assigned equipment; picking up litter; spreading ice melt. · Evening and weekend hours required. *Salary: *$19.08 per hour *Hours:* 18 hours per week · Monday, 2:30 - 9 p.m. · Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. · Friday/Saturday (C Team), 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. *Benefits:* None *Application:* · Resume, cover letter and application required. · Available at http://www.novilibrary.org/About-Us/Employment-Volunteering.aspx · Send to: Marcia Dominick, Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Road Novi, Michigan 48375 · E-mail: mdominick(a)novilibrary.org *Deadline: *Until filled. Regards, Marcia Dominick [image: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: New Logo 1 inch rgb for web]*Marcia Dominick* | Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library |45255 West Ten Mile Road | Novi, MI 48375 Phone 248-869-7211|Fax 248-349-6520 www.novilibrary.org *Inform. Inspire. Include.*

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