December 2018 - Michlib-l

minimum wage increase
by Lisa Waskin 19 Dec '18

19 Dec '18

I don't know if everyone saw the email put out on Friday by the Governor's office about the increase in minimum wage and I'm just the last one to see it, but just in case, I wanted to put this out there for those of you who might be as oblivious as I apparently am. I have attached it here. There are also changes for those libraries employing 50+ staff members for sick leave. Lisa Waskin, Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Ph. (906) 632-9331 Fax (906) 635-0210 lisaw(a)uproc.lib.mi.us <mailto:lisaw@uproc.lib.mi.us>

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Call for Speakers for Big Talk From Small Libraries Online Conference from the Nebraska Library Commission
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 19 Dec '18

19 Dec '18

The Call for Speakers for Big Talk From Small Libraries is open! Deadline is January 18. Coming up in February of 2019 is the 8th annual Big Talk from Small Libraries online conference. The Nebraska Library Commission has been hosting this completely online and free event to support small library staff learning across the country. If you work at a small library this is your online conference. Several Michigan library staff members have previously presented at this conference. Take some time to consider sharing ideas by submitting a proposal for the February event. This free one-day online conference is aimed at librarians from small libraries; the smaller the better! We are looking for speakers from small libraries or speakers who directly work with small libraries. Small libraries of all types - public, academic, school, museum, special, etc. - are encouraged to submit a proposal<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fnlcblogs.ne…> We're looking for seven 50-minute presentations and five 10-minute "lightning round" presentations. Big Talk From Small Libraries 2019 will be held on Friday, February 22, 2019 between 8:45 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (CT) via the GoToWebinar online meeting service. If you are interested in presenting, please submit your proposal<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fnlcblogs.ne…> by Friday, January 18, 2019. Speakers from libraries serving fewer than 10,000 people will be preferred, but presentations from libraries with larger service populations will be considered. http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk/call-for-speakers/<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fnlcblogs.ne…>

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Assistant Director Opening
by Denise Bearre 19 Dec '18

19 Dec '18

Due to retirement, an Assistant Director of the Alcona County Library is needed. The assistant director provides reference, circulation, Mel & interlibrary loan services, and gives input for collection development. Job description and application available at any branch of Alcona County Library or on our website at http://library.alcona.lib.mi.us. This position requires a four year degree or a two year degree with related experience. This position has a negotiable salary, beginning at $28,000 per year for 35 hours per week, benefits include vacation and sick time, health, retirement, and life insurance. Please send your application, resume and cover letter to: Denise Bearre, Director; Alcona County Library; 312 W Main St.; Harrisville, MI 48740; or via email at <mailto:director@alcona.lib.mi.us%20(please> director(a)alcona.lib.mi.us (please include subject line Assistant Director in email.) Applications will be accepted until Friday January 4, 2019, at 5:30 pm, at any Alcona County Library branch. Denise M Bearre, Library Director Alcona County Library 312 W Main St Harrisville, MI 48740 989-724-6796 ex 221

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Ink cartridges give away
by sgood＠wplc.org 19 Dec '18

19 Dec '18

White Pine Library Cooperative has to following available to give away to interested libraries: * 7 Epson 676XL ink cartridges (2 black, 2 cyan, 1 yellow, 2 magenta) * 1 HP 933XL (Cyan) ink cartridge Please provide your Rides code. Sheila Good White Pine Library Cooperative 3210 Davenport Ave. Saginaw, MI 48602 www.wplc.org (989) 793-7126

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English Conversation Group Activities
by Shannon O'Leary 19 Dec '18

19 Dec '18

Good Morning Library Land, I have a question to pose to the collective. My English Conversation group attendees are getting a little tired of reading different “scripts” (containing vocab, dialogue, discussion questions, etc.) to practice their English. I was wondering (to those of you who have English Conversation Groups), how do you run it? Or what sort of activities do you typically do? Feel free to reply off list if you’d like. Any or all suggestions would be appreciated. Thank you! Shannon O'Leary Information Services International Librarian Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi MI 48375 Office: 248-349-0720 Ext: 7287 www.novilibrary.org Inform. Inspire. Include. City of Novi Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence 1969-2019

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district libraries -- process for paying bills
by Melissa Malcolm 18 Dec '18

18 Dec '18

Hello-- My board has insisted on signing checks at the finance committee meeting before each board meeting. There are some invoices paid online but more than half of our financial obligations are paid via checks that are signed by one board member and me, with signature lines on the receipt for four names. I would love to change this. Someone suggested that I do a survey and so I am. If you would take a minute, could you tell me if your board members sign checks to approve payment or if you get all the financial transactions completed and compile a spreadsheet for the board to accept? Thanks so much. melissa -- Melissa A. Malcolm Library Director Lapeer District Library 201 Village West Dr S Lapeer, MI 48446 melissa(a)lib.lapeer.org www.library.lapeer.org 810.664.9521 <callto:810.664.9521> ext. 3113 "If liberty and justice mean anything, then access means everything." -- Charles Ogletree

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Children's Area
by Joann Crater 18 Dec '18

18 Dec '18

I would like to know, reply off list please, how many shelves of children's fiction do you have? and how many of non-fiction?In a few weeks I will be asking about your teen section, if you wish to reply now, please indicate that also.Please include your class size. Thank you so much! Joann Crater Director Hudson Carnegie District Library (zv170) 205 S. Market St. Hudson MI 49247 517-448-3801 director(a)hudsoncdl.org

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Call for Proposals - Association of Rural and Small Libraries Conference 2019 - Vermont
by White, Shannon (MDE) 18 Dec '18

18 Dec '18

Are you interested in presenting at a national conference specifically designed for rural and small libraries? Take a look at the opportunity to be a part of the Association of Rural and Small Libraries 2019 Annual Conference to be held in Vermont in September. Details can be found below on how to submit your session proposal for this conference. Did you know you can apply for a $1,600 travel stipend from the Library of Michigan to support your trip to present at this event? https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-18668_63014-359559-… Read on below to find out how to submit your proposal to share with rural and small library staff from all over the US! Shannon -------------------- Shannon White Library Development Manager Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.335.1507, whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov> Don’t forget! Several Library of Michigan staff have new telephone numbers. --------------------------- All, We are excited to release the call for session proposals for the 2019 ARSL Conference: Tap Into Libraries! in Burlington, VT, Sept 4-7, 2019. Do you: * have a successful approach to advocacy? * have great examples of building community partnerships? * provide an outstanding tech service? * have creative management techniques to share? * work in a library where staff goes above and beyond with a particular service or program? * offer other unique services that are replicable and affordable for small and rural libraries Share your expertise in these or other areas by submitting a proposal (link below). Important items to note: Bring us your best! We will be accepting a maximum of TWO proposals per presenter (including individual and panel presentations). PRESENTER DISCOUNTS: * ARSL will provide a $100 conference registration discount for session presenter* * A $150 conference registration discount is provided for presenters who are asked to repeat a proposed session* *For sessions with multiple presenters, the discount applies only to the lead speaker (person who submits the proposal) and is NOT transferable. PLEASE NOTE: conference vendors who present sessions are not eligible for the presenter discount and no additional travel funding will be available for presenters for this conference (scholarships are a separate award). DEADLINE: Proposals are due by 10pm CST, Sunday, February 10, 2019. Please be sure you keep a copy of your proposal! SELECTION TIMELINE: We ask for your patience. We hope to notify all selected presenters by Friday, March 20, 2019. Please understand that session selection takes time and the committee is made up of volunteers working on this process in addition to performing their day jobs. If the notification date changes, we will make an announcement. Emails regarding status of selection will not be answered prior to this date. CONTACT: When you successfully submit a proposal, you should receive a confirmation email with a summary of your submission. If you do not receive the confirmation or if you have other questions, please direct them to Jennie Garner, 2019 Program Chair, via email at jgarner(a)northlibertyiowa.org<mailto:jgarner@northlibertyiowa.org> or phone at (319) 626-5778. SUBMIT PROPOSALS HERE<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgoo.gl%2Ff…> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeREtUd1lyFUzXoVbJnACpApB-8riCDBzX… *****Please read and review this email and the entire form before submitting.***** ARSL membership boasts the best librarians around. We look forward to reading your proposals! Thank you for giving your time and energy to your association. Sincerely, Jennie Garner, Library Director North Liberty Community Library PO Box 320 North Liberty, IA 52317 319-626-5778 (o) 319-321-8056 (c) www.northlibertylibrary.org<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.northli…>

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Books for Book Clubs--up for grabs
by Betsy Myers 18 Dec '18

18 Dec '18

*I only have today to do this!* Respond quickly with your RIDES code and we will get them out to you. The paperbacks are all trade except of *Me Before You* that are the taller mass market. Lastly, all are linked to amazon to you can quickly read what they are about (sorry for not being in alphabetical order, it could not be helped today): We could fall <https://www.amazon.com/We-Could-Fall-Kate-Moschandreas/dp/1508462887> (8 paperbacks) Blood on the Mitten <https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Mitten-Infamous-Michigan-Murders/dp/1943338078…> (8 paperbacks) Did you ever have a family <https://www.amazon.com/Did-You-Ever-Have-Family/dp/1476798184/ref=sr_1_1?s=…> (8 hardcovers) Yellow birds <https://www.amazon.com/Yellow-Birds-Novel-Kevin-Powers/dp/0316219347/ref=sr…> (6 paperbacks) I’ll give you the sun <https://www.amazon.com/Ill-Give-You-Jandy-Nelson/dp/0142425761/ref=sr_1_3?s…> (6 paperbacks) An Italian Wife <https://www.amazon.com/Italian-Wife-Ann-Hood/dp/0393351238/ref=sr_1_1?s=boo…> (6 paperbacks, 2 hardcovers) Horse Soldiers <https://www.amazon.com/Horse-Soldiers-Extraordinary-Victory-Afghanistan/dp/…> (9 paperbacks, 1 hardcover, 2 paperback Large Print) Obedience <https://www.amazon.com/Obedience-Novel-Jacqueline-Yallop/dp/0143120670/ref=…> (12 paperbacks) Bootstrapper <https://www.amazon.com/Bootstrapper-Broke-Badass-Northern-Michigan/dp/03077…> (8 paperbacks) Blood will out <https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Will-Out-Mystery-Masquerade/dp/1631490222/ref=…> (6 paperbacks) Life Changing Magic of tidying up <https://www.amazon.com/dp/1607747308?aaxitk=dN45uV9H5BuLkbFgOOPgEg&pd_rd_i=…> (8 hardcover) Girl on the train <https://www.amazon.com/Girl-Train-Paula-Hawkins/dp/1594633665/ref=tmm_hrd_s…> (6 hardcover, 2 hardcover Large Print) Water from my heart <https://www.amazon.com/Water-My-Heart-Charles-Martin/dp/1455554685/ref=sr_1…> (6 paperback, 2 Hardcover Large Print) Best exotic Marigold hotel <https://www.amazon.com/Best-Exotic-Marigold-Hotel-Tie-ebook/dp/B005S6VPAU/r…> (10 Paperback) After You <https://www.amazon.com/After-You-Novel-Before-Trilogy/dp/0143108867/ref=sr_…> (6 Hardcover, 2 hardcover Large Print) Me Before You <https://www.amazon.com/Me-Before-You-Trilogy/dp/0143124544/ref=sr_1_1?s=boo…> (6 paperback, 2 hardcover Large Print) X <https://www.amazon.com/X-Novel-Ilyasah-Shabazz/dp/0763690929/ref=sr_1_1?s=b…>(8 paperback) Year of Magical Thinking <https://www.amazon.com/Year-Magical-Thinking-Joan-Didion/dp/1400078431/ref=…> (3 Hardcover, 5 paperbacks) -- *Betsy Myers* Reference Department Interlibrary Loan/Programming *Traverse Area District Library* 610 Woodmere Ave Traverse City, MI 49686 231 932-8502

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CORRECTION: 2019 Lineup of History Hounds Lectures
by Historical Society of Michigan 18 Dec '18

18 Dec '18

cid:image002.jpg@01D3849D.922A1640 Oops! We forgot to attach our PDF. Our 2019 History Hounds are ready to "sniff out" Michigan's history! <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> If you enjoy 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. View our 2019 program on the attached PDF, or <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> visit our website. <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. Seating is limited! Reserve your spot now. Lectures start at 7 p.m. at the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, Michigan. Participants can "attend" remotely too.* 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. Registration for each History Hounds lecture closes at 3 p.m. the day BEFORE the scheduled talk. 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. _____ cid:image009.jpg@01D2AC8B.99D17B80 _____ 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 Coming Soon. America's First Female Flier: Harriet Quimby Wednesday, January 9 Michigan-native Harriet Quimby gained fame as America's first woman pilot. A true Renaissance woman, she was also a drama critic for Leslie's Illustrated Weekly; a motion picture screenwriter and actress; a stage actress; and even a spokesperson for Vin Fiz grape soda. Discover the meteoric rise and sudden fall of this little-known American legend. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> Register today. Murder and Mayhem II: True Crime in Michigan History Wednesday, February 13 Author Tobin Buhk returns to History Hounds with more stories of true crime in the Great Lakes State. The 1916 poisoning of the Peck family of Grand Rapids; murderer Helmuth Schmidt; Mary McKnight, the Strychnine Saint-all are ghastly tales from Michigan's history. Learn about these and more in this spellbinding lecture. <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. If you received this e-mail as part of your participation in the Michlib-l mailing list (listserv), please follow their removal process.

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