February 2018 - Michlib-l

Program question
by Dave Ewick 10 Feb '18

10 Feb '18

Hi Everyone, Have any of you adapted the crazy game show "Silent Library" into a program? I think it would be a fun event to host but wondered if anyone else shared my idea and had some tips. What's that? Never heard of Silent Library? Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=silent+library I will happily summarize and post replies if you will send your ideas to me. Best, Dave David L. Ewick, MLS, MS City Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Southfield, Michigan 48076 248 796-4300 dewick(a)southfieldlibrary.org P Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail.

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2018 Radical Libraries, Archives, + Museums @ AMC Call for Proposals
by Shoshanna Wechter 10 Feb '18

10 Feb '18

Hello there! My name is Shoshanna Wechter and I’m a librarian at the Ypsilanti District Library. I’m sending out this Call for Proposal to solicit presentations for the 2018 Radical Libraries, Archives, + Museums track at the 20th Allied Media Conference, which takes place in Detroit, this June. If you have any questions, feel free to email me off list, or to any of the contact emails at the bottom of the Call for Proposals. Hope the weekend is treating you well! Shoshanna Ruth Wechter [cid:image001.jpg@01D3A27A.BE79A7B0] 2018 Allied Media Conference Radical Libraries, Archives, + Museums Libraries, archives, and museums do media-based work that educates, informs, and creates bridges to culture and technology. The Radical Libraries, Archives, + Museums (RadLAM) track will address a broad range of media-based organizing themes: envisioning libraries, archives, and museums as centers supporting movements for social equity; providing information and cultural heritage; and serving as places to explore how to use art, media, and technology for social transformation. Coordinators of this track are: Amanda Seppala, Bekezela Mguni, Celeste Â-Re, Irina Rogova, Jessea Young, Laurel Johnson, Linda Nguyễn, Nakenya Lewis-Yarbrough, Porchia Moore, Shoshanna Wechter, Sine Hwang Jensen, Tess Wilson, Veronica Leigh Milliner, Wit Lopez. We welcome proposals for sessions that will be accessible to participants of all professional backgrounds, and interpret the work of libraries, archives, and museums through the lens of media-based organizing<https://www.alliedmedia.org/media-based-organizing>. In previous years we have covered a range of subjects such as restorative justice practices in teen librarianship, community archives that center the narratives of people of color, and anti-racist pedagogy for museum education. We are especially interested in sessions that: · Provide interactive hands-on trainings, workshops, and skillbuilding for attendees; · Challenge traditional library, archive, and museum structures, institutions, and organizations; · Consider the role of librarians, archivists, and curators in strengthening the knowledge, culture, and collective memory of communities impacted by social and economic disparity and state-sanctioned violence; · Address racism, sexism, white supremacy, homophobia, transphobia, and issues of inclusion in libraries, archives, or museums; · Sessions led by or centered around the voices of women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people of color, and members of nondominant communities. Beyond the themes outlined above, if the idea of Radical Libraries, Archives, + Museums resonates with you, we’d love to hear from you! The deadline to submit proposals is March 16, 2018 at 11:59pm EST. Submit proposals on the Allied Media website form<https://www.alliedmedia.org/news/2018/01/31/propose-session-amc2018>: https://www.alliedmedia.org/news/2018/01/31/propose-session-amc2018 For questions about Radical Libraries, Archives, + Museums, or to discuss session ideas with our coordinating team, please contact Veronica Leigh Milliner at vmilliner(a)gmail.com<mailto:vmilliner@gmail.com> or Nakenya Yarbrough at nyarbrough03(a)gmail.com<mailto:nyarbrough03@gmail.com> or Shoshanna Wechter at my.name.is.shoshanna(a)gmail.com<mailto:my.name.is.shoshanna@gmail.com> Shoshanna Wechter Reference Librarian Ypsilanti District Library 229 W Michigan Ave Ypsilanti MI 48197 she / her / hers

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Save the Data Webinar Series #3: Building Accessible Reports
by Hamlin, Joseph (MDE) 09 Feb '18

09 Feb '18

Hello Everyone, Kathy Kosinski and I are offering our third installment in the "Save the Data" webinar series on Friday, February 16th , 2018 at 11:00 AM. If you are responsible for creating infographics, and reports for your libraries website or social media platforms, this short webinar is for you. There is no cost for any of the webinars in the Save the Data series. Go to https://preview.tinyurl.com/AccessibleData to register. Thank you, Joe Joseph Hamlin Library Data Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo St. P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-3828 Email: hamlinj2(a)michigan.gov<mailto:hamlinj2@michigan.gov> URL: http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan Follow Us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/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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MCLS Offices closing at 3pm 2/9/18
by Sue Alt 09 Feb '18

09 Feb '18

Hello all - The MCLS offices will be closing today at 3pm due to weather conditions. We will be back on Monday, February 12 to answer your MeLCat, MeL Databases, and RIDES questions. melcathelp(a)mcls.org http://mcls.org/rideshelp meldatabaseshelp(a)mcls.org services(a)mcls.org training(a)mcls.org Thanks, Sue Alt RIDES Coordinator/MeLCat Support Specialist Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 800-530-9019 ext 143

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2021 & 2022 CSLP Summer Reading Themes
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 09 Feb '18

09 Feb '18

The Collaborative Summer Library Program is made up of libraries across the country, including all public libraries here in Michigan, thanks to funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. We are in the process of voting on the themes for 2021 & 2022's summer reading themes. YOUR feedback is important! No matter your position/age group you work with most in the public library, please take a quick moment to select 3 themes out of this list of 12<https://goo.gl/forms/Rsywi0yvCnmW6iWT2> that were chosen by libraries around the country. As State Rep to CSLP, I will then vote for the overall top 3 you've chosen. Deadline to submit your top 3 is February 19th. #CSLPreads Thanks, 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/>

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GDL closed @ 12:30
by Amy Goldyn 09 Feb '18

09 Feb '18

The Genesee District Library closed at 12:30 due to the inclement weather. Amy Goldyn Finance Manager Genesee District Library 4195 W. Pasadena Ave Flint, MI 48504 Phone: 810-230-3334 Fax: 810-732-1161

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JOB: Director, Illinois (near Chicago)
by John Keister & Associates 09 Feb '18

09 Feb '18

Director, Ella Johnson Memorial Public Library District The Ella Johnson Memorial Public Library District seeks a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as Director. Located in rapidly developing Kane County between the cities of Chicago and Rockford, the library district serves about 17,000 residents. The Director opening is a great opportunity for someone who wants to lead the library as it continues to embrace its vital role in the life of this community. Please visit www.johnkeister.com/ellajohnson <http://johnkeister.com/ellajohnson/> for details, inquiries and to apply. We welcome and encourage inquiries. For full consideration, please apply by March 9 for full consideration. Salary ranged is mid-$70s, negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Experience as a Director preferred but not required. John Keister & Associates Executive Search for Libraries www.johnkeister.com <http://www.johnkeister.com/> ellajohnson(a)johnkeister.com <mailto:ellajohnson@johnkeister.com> 847-955-0541

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Highland Library Closed Today
by Dunseth Brenda 09 Feb '18

09 Feb '18

The Highland Library will be closed today due to weather conditions. Brenda Dunseth Youth Services Department Head Highland Township Public Library

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Southfield closed today
by Kelly Rembert 09 Feb '18

09 Feb '18

Southfield will be closed today due to the snow. Kelly Ireland Rembert Outreach Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 796-4367 krembert(a)southfieldlibrary.org www.southfieldlibrary.org

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JOB: Director, Indiana (near Chicago)
by John Keister & Associates 09 Feb '18

09 Feb '18

Director, Porter County Public Library System The Porter County Public Library System seeks a creative and dedicated leader to serve as Director. Located on the southern shore of Lake Michigan in northwest Indiana near Chicago, the library serves over 145,000 residents through five (5) branch locations. Home to well-regarded Valparaiso University and the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, the communities of Porter County and the county seat of Valparaiso provide residents with the best in recreational opportunities, arts and cultural events, and affordable housing in a family-friendly atmosphere. Please visit www.johnkeister.com/pcpls <http://www.johnkeister.com/pcpls/> for details, inquiries and to apply. We welcome and encourage inquiries. For full consideration, please apply by March 9 for full consideration. Salary $115K - $128K and is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. John Keister & Associates Executive Search for Libraries www.johnkeister.com pcpls(a)johnkeister.com 847-955-0541

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