October 2018 - Michlib-l

FOML Talk About Friends - November 14, 1:00 pm at Ypsilanti District Library Whittaker Branch
by White, Shannon (MDE) 01 Nov '18

01 Nov '18

The next FOML Talk About Friends event is scheduled for Wednesday, November 14 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm at the Ypsilanti District Library Whittaker Branch located at 5577 Whittaker Road. This afternoon Friends session is a no-cost discussion meeting to talk about Friends and their role in promoting the growth and development of library services. Light refreshments will be available during this meeting. Attendance at the meeting is FREE but registration is required. You can register for the event online at http://foml.org/events/talk-about-friends-2018/<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffoml.org%2F…> An Open-Sharing Discussion about Friends of the Library 1:00 p.m. Welcome and Introductions -- Welcome from Allison Arnold, President, Friends of Michigan Libraries & Marci Kinsey, President, Friends of the Ypsilanti District Library 1:25 p.m. "Have You Reviewed and Updated Your Friends' Bylaws Recently?" Clare Membiela, Library Law Consultant, Library of Michigan 1:30 p.m. United For Libraries: A New Resource for Michigan Libraries, Clare Membiela 1:45 p.m. Round Table Discussions * What are some of your Friends most successful fundraising projects? * What types of gift requests have your Friends given to the library? * What problems are you facing in your Friends organization and operations? * How do you engage volunteers to help with Friends' projects? * How do you recruit new Friends members? * How do you recognize and maintain long-serving members of the Friends? * Is your Friends group doing new creative fundraisers (beyond Book Sales)? * What steps have your Friends taken to maintain good working relationships with the director, library staff, trustees, and other Friends groups? 2:20 p.m. Break 2:35 p.m. Change Tables/Partners Continue Discussions 3:10 p.m. Question-and-Answer Time 3:30 p.m. Adjournment & Evaluation Please feel free to pass this along to your Friends of the Library groups and we look forward to seeing many of you in Ypsilanti next month! Shannon Shannon White Library of Michigan www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.373.9489 (After October 16 - 517.335.1507) Whites29(a)michigan.gov Don't forget! Library of Michigan telephone numbers will be changing in mid-October.

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Free Webinar from ALA Washington Office
by Cathy Wolford 31 Oct '18

31 Oct '18

Hello, I have been asked to share this widely: What Do the Midterms Mean for Your Library? What will the upcoming midterm elections mean for your library and community? Join us for a free 60-minute webinar on Friday, November 9 at 11:30 a.m. Eastern where we’ll provide an overview of key results from the 2018 elections and explore their implications. ALA’s Washington Office will dig into how the outcomes could affect engagement from library advocates and how ALA’s upcoming advocacy plans will align. Participants will learn the library-related implications of the 2018 election results; how those results affect library policy agenda, outreach, and advocacy plans for 2019 and beyond; and specific policy and political opportunities for ALA and libraries. Our panelists include: • Jim Neal, immediate past president of ALA • Alan Inouye, senior director of public policy and government relations, ALA Washington Office • Vic Klatt, principal, Penn Hill Group, Washington, D.C. • Gigi Sohn, distinguished fellow at Georgetown Law Institute for Technology Law and Policy and Benton senior fellow and public advocate Tune in to this free 60-minute webcast at 11:30 a.m. ET on Friday, November 9. Don’t miss out! https://bit.ly/2SwXu4P Thanks, Cathy--- Cathy Wolford Systems Librarian III DALNET - The Detroit Area Library Network Adamany Undergraduate Library Wayne State University Detroit, MI 48202 313-577-3316

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CSLP Newsletter: October 2018
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 31 Oct '18

31 Oct '18

Please note in the newsletter below that instructional videos<https://us13.campaign-archive.com/?e=&u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405&id=98a438…> will be coming soon from CSLP on tips & tricks to the online manual. Also coming soon are zip files for the artwork!!! Thanks to the Institute of Museum and Library Services, all public libraries in Michigan have a membership and manual access with CSLP. Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@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/> View this email in your browser<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fus13.campa…> [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/ed31fdf7-bdb…] What is in store for CSLP this November: * The 2020 Manual is well underway * The look for the 2020 slogan is being designed * Tutorials for the online manual are being developed If you ever have a question for these or any CSLP activity, please contact Luke Kralik at luke.kralik(a)cslpreads.org<mailto:luke.kralik@cslpreads.org> or Karen Day at karen.day(a)cslpreads.org<mailto:karen.day@cslpreads.org> 2019 Incentive catalog is live! Click here to view!<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.shopcs…> Printable Tags for Your USB Manual [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/7dc574fe-ffe…] Do you struggle to keep track of your USB Manual? Does one of your coworker's desk seem to absorb USBs and other small items? Well, the Printable USB Manual Tag is for you! Simply print the image on both sides of a sheet of card stock, cut, and attach with string. The odds of you keeping track of your USB throughout the summer will greatly increase! Here is the link to the USB tags in PDF format: https://www.cslpreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/summer-reading-2019-ta…<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpre…> The Three ‘R’s: A Solar System Craft Story by Jan Douglas, Branch Library Assistant, Union Road Branch, Gastonia, NC [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/cc56d1f6-50d… know the three ‘R’s in public education stand for reading, writing, and arithmetic. For public libraries, it might well stand for recycle, reuse, and repurpose. A good example presented itself during the wrap up of our 2018 summer reading program. With music as the theme, we had staff and patrons generously donate LP’s, 45’s, and CD’s for our use. Knowing the theme for our 2019 summer reading program is space, it was not a far stretch to envision these same donations being recycled next year as the solar system. An example of an LP reused for this purpose is shown in the picture above. Please note, it is not made to scale and Pluto is included. Guess aerospace won’t become the library’s fourth ‘R’! Did you have a program that brought a little music (or actual rocks) to the world this summer? Please send your photos and any informative details to Luke Kralik at: luke.kralik(a)cslpreads.org<mailto:luke.kralik@cslpreads.org> I would love to share them in our newsletter. Looking for some ideas to use or share? https://www.pinterest.com/cslpreads/<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pinter…> Instructions for Accessing the 2019 "A Universe of Stories" Online Manual by Karen Day, CSLP Each purchase of any CSLP A Universe of Stories program manual format will also give access to the on-line version. Below are the steps to access the on-line manual. * Go to: https://cslpreads.org<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcslpreads.…> * You must have a CSLP login and password. If you are not registered on the CSLP website, please create an account<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpre…>* by clicking on Login/Register in the upper right hand corner of the CSLP website<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpre…>. * Once you are logged into the site, click on Proprietary Downloads<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpre…> located on the tool bar. * The first time you enter this section, you must request the on-line manual access code for the 2019 manual by clicking on Obtain 2019 Online Access Code. * Choose your STATE code. (If you are from California, Illinois, Minnesota, or Virginia, you will click on Online Manual Request – CA, IL, MN, VA). If you are from the state of Florida, please contact the CSLP office or the Florida state representative.) * Complete the request form with your: City, Library Name, first and last name, and e-mail address and then click the Submit button. * The 2019 manual access code will appear on your screen and an e-mail confirmation will be sent to you. You should only share this code with those staff members in your building who have a CSLP website account. Once you have the building access code, go back to the CSLP website Proprietary Downloads and click on: 2019 Online Manual. From here you will be able to see each of the 2019 manuals to download or print any part you are researching. If you have any problems with accessing your manual, please contact the CSLP office at contact(a)cslpreads.org<mailto:contact@cslpreads.org> or by phone at: 866-657-8556. *Creating an account on the CSLP website * Go to: https://cslpreads.org<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcslpreads.…> * Click on: Login in the upper right had corner of the screen * Click on: Register under the CSLP login box * Complete the registration form with all required fields. * Click the I’m not a robot reCATCHA box * Click: Register Your registration needs to be approved and it may take 24-48 hours. Once you have registered, you will be able to go back to the CSLP website to look at the manual, go to the shopping site, or see other items that are meant for librarians only. If you have any questions or problems with your registration process, please contact the CSLP office at contact(a)cslpreads.org<mailto:contact@cslpreads.org> or by phone at: 866-657-8556. What is on the horizon for CSLP? 2018: Theme/Music; Slogan/”Libraries Rock”; Artist/Brian Pinkney 2019: Theme/Space; Slogan/”A Universe of Stories” Artist/Leeza Hernandez 2020: Theme/Fairytales, Mythology, Fantasy; Slogan/”Imagine Your Story” Artist/LeUyen Pham 2021: Theme/Animals; Slogan/”Tails and Tales” Artist/Salina Yoon 2022: Theme/World-Social Justice-Unity-Kindness-Inclusion-Change-Diversity-Equity-Make a difference-Embrace different cultures; Slogan/”All Together Now” Artist/Sophie Blackall Was this forwarded to you? 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high school student writing competition
by Gourley, Beth 31 Oct '18

31 Oct '18

Please post and share with prospective students. Virginia B. Ball Creative Writing Competition <http://write.interlochen.org/> Ends on December 1, 2018 Know a creative writer who may be interested in entering the competition? Share this opportunity <http://write.interlochen.org/sites/default/files/Virginia-Ball-Contest-Flye…> ! The 2019 contest is open to students in grades 8-11 during the 2018-19 school year. The winner will receive a full-tuition scholarship to Interlochen Arts Academy (Interlochen, Michigan) for each year they attend Interlochen. See the link <http://write.interlochen.org/> or attached flyer. -- Beth Gourley *Director of Libraries* Interlochen Center for the Arts E: beth.gourley(a)interlochen.org <beth.gourley(a)interlochen.org> P: 231.276.7495 W: library.interlochen.org Interlochen Arts Camp | Arts Academy | College of Creative Arts | Presents | Public Radio

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FW: Youth Public Service Manager Position
by Rebecca Higgerson 31 Oct '18

31 Oct '18

The salary range is: $49,899-$49,634 *From:* Rebecca Higgerson <rhiggerson(a)brandonlibrary.org> *Sent:* Wednesday, October 31, 2018 9:40 AM *To:* everyone(a)lists.tln.org *Subject:* Youth Public Service Manager Position Brandon Township Public Library (Ortonville MI) is a Class IV rural library with a perpetual millage. We have a loyal and supportive community; engaged Staff, Library Board, and Friends; and an active Strategic Plan. We are seeking an energetic Youth Manager who understands the importance of community outreach and believes that imagination + innovation = success. Youth experience is required and Managerial experience is a plus. However, if you have been considering a promotional move into management but haven’t yet sealed the deal, we encourage you to apply. Send email with attached cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to: Rebecca Higgerson, Library Director rhiggerson(a)brandonlibrary.org *Deadline for applications: Monday, November 26, 2018 at 5:00pm * *Start date: January 2019* An Equal Opportunity Employer *Rebecca Higgerson* Director Brandon Twp Public Library 304 South Street Ortonville MI 48462 248-627-1474 *ENGAGE • EDUCATE • ENRICH • EMPOWER*

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WebJunction content and upcoming webinars
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 31 Oct '18

31 Oct '18

Greetings! WebJunction is brought to you, in part, by the Library of Michigan and the Institute for Museum & Library Services (IMLS). WebJunction’s free, online course catalog has over 40 self-paced, online courses on library topics, as well as over 250 curated webinar recordings ready and available when you are. Explore the catalog<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flearn.webj…> today! Highlighted Content on WebJunction: It’s All About Storytime! * New Course: Supercharged Storytimes<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.webjun…>. Children’s storytimes are a hallmark of library programming, and thanks to the VIEWS2 research, we know that library storytimes do matter. The expanded and updated Supercharged Storytimes course turns the findings from the VIEWS2 into practical strategies for library storytime practitioners. The course covers foundational early literacy concepts (oral language, phonological awareness, print awareness/concepts, letter knowledge, vocabulary, and background knowledge) and align with other library training that educates parents and caregivers about their role in supporting early literacy. * Delivering Literacy to Families through Story Storytime<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.webjun…>: Stork Storytime helps parents-to-be establish a daily reading routine before baby arrives. North Liberty Community Library developed the Stork Storytime Librarian Toolkit for other libraries to easily implement this innovative and impactful program. Free WebJunction Webinars for You These upcoming webinars are open for registration. If you can’t attend a live session, all WebJunction webinars are recorded and available for free in the Course Catalog<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flearn.webju…>. Small But Mighty Library Management and Innovation Monday, November 5, 2018 ♦ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ♦ 60 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/small-but-mighty.html<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.webjun…> Innovating. Meeting community needs. Managing the daily business of running a library. It can feel as though there aren’t enough hours in the day to do it all. But there are powerful models like the Millvale Community Library which is acting as an agent of change in the community without sacrificing their core role as an information resource. This small but mighty library addresses their community’s food desert, uses clean energy, offers a tool-lending library, and more—while operating in a financially sustainable way. Learn how they do it, and how you can, too! Librarian Evolution: Libraries Thrive When We Change Thursday, November 29, 2018 ♦ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ♦ 60 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/librarian-evolution.html<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.webjun…> Charles Darwin said, "It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change." It has never been a better time to be a librarian—especially when we recognize and act on our power to help people in our communities build better lives through learning and literacy. To do that, our identity, our education, our organizations, and our work is changing. Learn how library staff are becoming change agents to help Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, the 2016 Gale/LJ Library of the Year, become an essential asset in its community.

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Part-time librarian posting at Romeo
by Claire Lopiccolo 31 Oct '18

31 Oct '18

We are looking for a outgoing individual with an MLIS or working toward an MLIS who is ready to work at the adult or children's desk and provide excellent customer service. 20-29 hours per week $17.18-$19.08 per hour Please see attached posting -- *Claire Lopiccolo* Director (586) 239-0256

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Youth Public Service Manager Position
by Rebecca Higgerson 31 Oct '18

31 Oct '18

Brandon Township Public Library (Ortonville MI) is a Class IV rural library with a perpetual millage. We have a loyal and supportive community; engaged Staff, Library Board, and Friends; and an active Strategic Plan. We are seeking an energetic Youth Manager who understands the importance of community outreach and believes that imagination + innovation = success. Youth experience is required and Managerial experience is a plus. However, if you have been considering a promotional move into management but haven’t yet sealed the deal, we encourage you to apply. Send email with attached cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to: Rebecca Higgerson, Library Director rhiggerson(a)brandonlibrary.org *Deadline for applications: Monday, November 26, 2018 at 5:00pm * *Start date: January 2019* An Equal Opportunity Employer *Rebecca Higgerson* Director Brandon Twp Public Library 304 South Street Ortonville MI 48462 248-627-1474 *ENGAGE • EDUCATE • ENRICH • EMPOWER*

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ALA News for October 23 & 30, 2018
by Jennifer L. Dean 30 Oct '18

30 Oct '18

Hello, all - Thank you for waiting on me - I'm behind on sharing the ALA News. It was great to see many of you at the MLA Conference earlier this month - now to catch back up! ************************ A couple of highlights from the ALA News earlier this month: ALA ELECTION Run for office by filing an electronic petition http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/10/run-office-filing-electronic-pe… AMERICAN DREAM LITERACY INITIATIVE The American Library Association (ALA) and Dollar General Literacy Foundation invite public libraries to apply for grants to expand services for adult English language learners or adults in need of basic education and workforce development. Up to 16 grants of $10,000 each will be awarded. Public libraries are eligible if they serve adult English language learners and are located within 20 miles of a Dollar General Store, distribution center or corporate office. Visit the Dollar General Store Locator to check eligibility. <https://www.dollargeneral.com/store-locator.html> Read the project guidelines and apply online by Dec. 14, 2018.<https://apply.ala.org/americandream2019> ************************ I also want to highlight an announcement from the 10/23 News: The application process for the 2019 ALA Policy Corps is now open. Applications will be accepted through Friday, November 16, 2018. Selected finalists will subsequently be asked to submit a two-minute recorded video presentation about a sample policy issue. More information about the Corps, including current members and working group members, is available at http://www.ala.org/advocacy/ala-policy-corps. Thank you to 2018 Corps members Lance Werner and Larry Neal for representing us so well. ************************ If you're interested in catching up with all of the press releases from ALA, please see: http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases Please read on for the ALA News for the most recent two weeks. Thank you to all of you for all you do! Jennifer Dean ALA Councilor MLA Board of Directors ALA News for October 30, 2018 NEWS FROM THE AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION ALA unveils shortlist for 2019 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction The American Library Association (ALA) has announced six books shortlisted for the esteemed Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction, awarded for the previous year's best fiction and nonfiction books written for adult readers and published in the United States. The two medal winners will be announced at the Reference and User Services Association’s Book and Media Awards (BMAs), sponsored by NoveList, during the ALA Midwinter Meeting & Exhibits in Seattle, Washington, on Jan. 27, 2019. http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2018/10/ala-unveils-shortlist-2019-a… Farrell announces candidacy for 2019-22 ALA treasurer Maggie Farrell, dean of university libraries, University of Nevada Las Vegas, has filed as a petition candidate for treasurer of the American Library Association (ALA) for 2019-2022. http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/10/farrell-announces-candidacy-201… Celebrate Health Literacy Month with expanded toolkit from NNLM and ALA The National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NNLM) and the American Library Association (ALA) have updated the Libraries Transform Health Literacy Toolkit with brand-new resources to help library professionals raise awareness of how libraries provide trusted health information to their communities. The free toolkit provides key messages, program ideas and downloadable marketing materials, including bookmarks and social media graphics, for libraries to use as they promote health literacy during Health Literacy Month (October) and throughout the year. The additions to the toolkit cover a wide-ranging array of health literacy topics including genetics, family history, clinical trials, citizen science projects, customizing care and student well-being. The toolkit also covers subjects such as aging, nutrition and chronic illness. http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/10/celebrate-health-literacy-month… Dewey Decibel podcast investigates haunted library in a special Halloween episode Why do strange things keep happening at Peoria (Illinois) Public Library? Is the building haunted by ghosts? Do the stacks truly sit on cursed ground? Dewey Decibel, the monthly podcast of American Libraries magazine, will tackle these questions in its Oct. 26 episode. In “The Haunting of Peoria Public Library”—a Halloween special sponsored by Gale, a Cengage Company—Dewey Decibel host Phil Morehart travels to Central Illinois to unravel a paranormal mystery with help from local witnesses and expert researchers. Award-winning nonfiction author Mary Roach (“Spook: Science Tackles the Afterlife”), paranormal writer John B. Kachuba (Ghosthunting Illinois), and staffers at Peoria Public Library and Bradley University Library guest star and guide Dewey Decibel on a ghoulish expedition. The episode goes live Oct. 26 on SoundCloud and iTunes. http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2018/10/dewey-decibel-podcast-invest… United for Libraries to partner on 'Summer Scares' reading program The Horror Writers Association (HWA) is developing a “Summer Scares” reading program that will provide libraries and schools with an annual list of recommended horror titles for adult, young adult (teen), and middle grade readers. The goal is to introduce new authors and help librarians start conversations with readers that will extend beyond the books from each list and promote reading for years to come. HWA is partnering with United for Libraries, Book Riot, and Library Journal/School Library Journal on “Summer Scares.” Award-winning author Grady Hendrix and a committee of four librarians will be selecting three recommended fiction titles in each of three reading levels— Middle Grade, Teen, and Adult— for a total of nine “Summer Scares” selections. The goal of the program is to encourage a national conversation about the entire horror genre, across all age levels, at libraries all over the country and ultimately get more adults, teens, and children interested in reading. Official “Summer Scares” designated authors will also be making themselves available to appear, either virtually or in person, at public and school libraries all over the country, for free. http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2018/10/united-libraries-partner-sum… ALA accepting nominations for the Coretta Scott King-Virginia Hamilton Practitioner Lifetime Achievement Award The American Library Association (ALA) is accepting nominations for the Coretta Scott King-Virginia Hamilton Practitioner Lifetime Achievement Award. The award is named for award-winning children’s author Virginia Hamilton (1936-2002), recipient of the 1983, 1986 and 1996 Coretta Scott King Book Award, 1974 National Book Award and the 1975 John Newbery Medal. The award pays tribute to the quality and magnitude of Hamilton’s exemplary contributions through her literature and advocacy for children and youth, especially in her focus on African-American life, history and consciousness. In odd-numbered years, practitioners will be recognized, while authors, illustrators or author/illustrators will be honored in even-numbered years. Previous recipients of the Coretta Scott King - Virginia Hamilton Practitioner Lifetime Achievement Award include Dr. Rudine Sims Bishop, Professor Emerita at The Ohio State University, and Deborah D. Taylor, Coordinator of School and Student Services, Enoch Pratt Free Library, Baltimore. http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2018/10/ala-accepting-nominations-co… YALSA seeks member manager for YALSAblog The Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) is seeking a member manager for its blog, the YALSAblog. The volunteer position will be for a one-year term starting Dec. 1, 2018 with an option to renew for a second year, based on performance. The deadline for applications is Nov. 15, 2018. http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/10/yalsa-seeks-member-manager-yals… ACRL releases Transforming Libraries to Serve Graduate Students The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) announces the publication of “Transforming Libraries to Serve Graduate Students,” edited by Crystal Renfro and Cheryl Stiles. The book is a practical atlas of how librarians around the world are serving the dynamic academics that are today’s graduate students. http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/10/acrl-releases-transforming-libr… Zoë Kravitz shares the magic of libraries in new video PSAs Actress, singer and model Zoë Kravitz stars in two new video Public Service Announcements (PSAs) for the American Library Association, promoting the magical power of libraries. In the PSAs, Kravitz, who appears in the upcoming film “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald,” urges the public to visit libraries to discover and experience new worlds through literature and resources such as eBooks, games and 3D printers. The PSAs are free and are available for download to post on web pages and social media channels. ALA members and library supporters are encouraged to share the PSAs to publicize the critical role libraries and librarians play in transforming lives and communities. Social media graphics, sample social media posts and other materials are also provided to help promote the PSAs. http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/10/zo-kravitz-shares-magic-librari… Hakala-Ausperk’s Leadership Planners series launches with ‘Future-Proof Your Team’ >From renowned leadership guru Catherine Hakala-Ausperk, author of the bestseller “Be A Great Boss,” comes a unique planner for helping your team survive and thrive amidst change. “Future-Proof Your Team,” published by ALA Editions, is filled with a variety of focused planning exercises, activities, and self-directed questions that will ensure your entire team keeps moving forward by guiding you as a leader to take concrete, positive steps. http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/10/hakala-ausperk-s-leadership-pla… Travel Grants Available for First-Time AASL National Conference Attendees The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) is offering 30 grants for travel to its 2019 National Conference & Exhibition. The conference will be held Nov. 14-16, 2019, in Louisville, Kentucky. Full conference details can be found at national.aasl.org<http://national.aasl.org/>. http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/10/travel-grants-available-first-t… ALA News for October 23, 2018 NEWS FROM THE AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION ALA seeks applicants for national Policy Corps The American Library Association (ALA) invites library advocates to apply online to join the ALA Policy Corps. The deadline for applications is Nov. 16. The Corps initiative aims to strengthen advocacy related to key national library policy areas—ranging from broadband equity and copyright, to federal funding and STEM education, to privacy and cybersecurity. “Expanding and deepening policy engagement at all levels of government is essential for advancing library priorities more quickly and successfully,” said ALA President Loida Garcia-Febo. “We are stronger together as we establish national policy library advocates across the country.” The Corps’ goals include developing policy experts available to the library community, ALA and the ALA Washington Office, creating longevity in expertise and engagement in early to mid-career library and information professionals, and positively impacting national public policy in areas key to ALA’s strategic goals. The ALA Washington Office has partnered with the American Association of School Librarians (AASL), Association of College & Research Libraries (ACRL), Public Library Association (PLA) and United for Libraries (UNITED) to develop and support the program. A working group of ALA members and staff guide development of the program. http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2018/10/ala-seeks-applicants-nationa… New ALA Editions book focuses on technology-based outreach for libraries >From straightforward internet access to elaborate makerspaces, libraries have taken center stage when it comes to providing free access to technology to those who visit their physical spaces. But how about people who don’t walk into a library? How do we ensure those members of the community are also being reached by technology programming? Erin Berman, named an ALA Emerging Leader and Library Journal Mover & Shaker, leads the way in her new book “Your Technology Outreach Adventure: Tools for Human-Centered Problem Solving,” published by ALA Editions. http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/10/technology-based-outreach-libra… ‘Wolf in the Snow’ poster and more in the new ALA Graphics catalog ALA Graphics’ winter catalog is on its way and will unveil new products that will educate, excite and inspire. The catalog cover highlights a new “Wolf in the Snow” Poster from Caldecott Medal-winning artist Matthew Cordell. A matching bookmark is also available. These heartwarming items are perfect for Picture Book Month celebrations this November and throughout the winter. It’s never too early to start preparing for National Library Week! The 2019 theme, Libraries = Strong Communities features prominently on a colorful new poster, mini poster and bookmark. A digital poster file is available for those who want to create custom promotions. National Library Week will take place April 7 – 13, 2019. http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/10/wolf-snow-poster-and-more-new-a… ALA PUBLISHING Kroski’s guide to escape rooms and other immersive experiences http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/10/kroski-s-guide-escape-rooms-and… AWARDS AND GRANTS Will Eisner Graphic Novel Grants for Libraries add a third grant starting in 2019 http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/10/will-eisner-graphic-novel-grant… ACRL PUBLICATIONS ACRL releases The Library Outreach Casebook http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/10/acrl-releases-library-outreach-… WEBINARS AND WORKSHOPS LLAMA webinar helps managers decide what really matters http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/10/llama-webinar-helps-managers-de… Working with Individuals Affected by Homelessness http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/10/new-session-working-individuals… Jennifer L. Dean, Associate Librarian Dean of University Libraries and Instructional Technology Distance Education Coordinator University of Detroit Mercy Libraries / Instructional Design Studio 4001 West McNichols Rd Detroit, MI 48221 313-993-1090 deanjl(a)udmercy.edu [cid:e2af9fde-864c-48d4-b638-44a8e5c76a52]

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Willard Library: Youth Services Manager
by Catherine Lucas 30 Oct '18

30 Oct '18

*Position Opening:* Willard Library *Position Title:* Youth Services Manager *Classification:* Department Head (F.T.) *Hours of Work: *Salaried, some nights and weekends *Major Responsibility:* Reports the Assistant Director; directs the activities of the Youth Services Department *Illustration of Key Duties:* 1. Plans, coordinates, and oversees library services and programs, including budgetary and schedule oversight. 2. Conducts library tours, presents programs to local groups as requested and performs outreach activities for library guests. 3. Develops Youth Services subject areas in the library materials collection, selects materials for purchase and maintains the collection. 4. Interviews applicants for hire and makes recommendations to the library administration. 5. Supervises and trains Youth Services staff. 6. Confers with community groups in an advisory capacity. 7. Researches and implements new library services and products. 8. Promotes library services through the use of social media and print media. 9. Provides reader’s advisory, reference and other guest assistance services. 10. Advises the library administration in regard to policies and procedures in area of responsibility; writes reports and recommendations; implements decisions. 11. Enforces library policies and procedures. 12. Compiles statistical information on area of service. 13. Serves on professional and library system committees as assigned by the library administration. 14. Displays professional decorum in all interactions with library guests and fellow staff. 15. Performs other related work as assigned by the library administration. *Salary:* Starting at $49,972; placement on scale dependent on experience and qualifications. *Hours:* Some evenings and weekends required. *Education and Experience:* 1. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. 2. Master of Library Science from an American Library Association accredited library school or a Masters in Education required. 3. Experience working with a diverse group of students and educators. 4. Second language preferred *Start Date:* November 2018 *Application Dates:* Preference will be given to applications received by November 2, 2018

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