February 2018 - Michlib-l

Job Posting
by Mary Cook 07 Feb '18

07 Feb '18

HERRICK DISTRICT LIBRARY Library Assistant I Herrick North Branch Starting Wage: $15.87/hour Full Time with Benefits General Summary and Qualifications: The Herrick District Library has a full-time Library Assistant position available at the North Side Branch located at 155 Riley Street. This position performs a variety of library functions from clerical to para-professional in nature. Contact with the public is extensive. The applicant must be able to plan and carry out successful children’s programs, help facilitate outreach events, and enjoy working with children. This person will also be responsible for a variety of circulation duties. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree, excellent computer skills, written skills and great interpersonal skills. Additional requirements include demonstrated customer service excellence with desire to positively reflect library vision and values. Bilingual language skill preferred. Hours: Monday: 10:30am – 7:00pm Tuesday: 9:30am - 6:00pm Wednesday: 9:30am - 6:00pm Thursday: 9:30am - 6:00pm Friday: 9:30am – 6:00pm Saturday: (every 3rd) 9:00am - 2:00pm. Please note, when working a Saturday, Friday will be a day off but 3 extra hours need to be added into the weekly schedule to complete a full work week. Occasional Sunday at the downtown location: 1:00 – 6:00pm Flexibility is required. The above hours may vary. Interested and qualified applicants should submit resume or application no later than 4:00 pm Monday, February 12th, 2018 to: jobs(a)herrickdl.org<mailto:jobs@herrickdl.org> Director Herrick District Library 300 South River Avenue Holland, MI 49423 616-355-3723 Mary Cook Assistant Director Herrick District Library 300 S. River Ave Holland MI 49423 616.355.3724

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Speaker recommendations
by Alger, Tracie L 07 Feb '18

07 Feb '18

Ellen’s email (thank you!) about the Detroit Historical Society Speakers Bureau got me to thinking about what other options might be out there. Would anyone know of a speakers bureau or a speaker they would recommend for an in-service for library technicians at an academic institution? As far as topic, I’m willing to see what is available to spur some ideas. Tracie Alger Manager of Library Access & Technical Services Oakland Community College

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Register for Makerspace & Maker Events Virtual Conference: 2 weeks from today, February 21, 2pm-6pm
by Ben Rearick 07 Feb '18

07 Feb '18

Hi, All: *Schedule and Registration are up at* *http://imlsmaking.sites.uofmhosting.net/conference/* <http://imlsmaking.sites.uofmhosting.net/conference/> On February 21st from 2pm-6pm, the University of Michigan School of Information will hold an online Virtual Conference of live webinars presented by practicing public librarians from around the state on the topics of planning, budgeting, implementing, and programming around makerspaces in Michigan libraries. Please plan to attend online! This event was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services RE-05-15-0021-15 Please email Ben Rearick at brearick(a)umich.edu with any questions!

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ALA News for February 6, 2018
by Steven Bowers 07 Feb '18

07 Feb '18

ALA News for February 6, 2018 NEWS FROM THE AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION Smart Cities, Creative Spaces the Focus for Midwinter Civic Innovation Session Smart cities and creative spaces will be the focus of the “Libraries Transform – Civic Innovation” plenary session, from 8:30 - 10 a.m. on Monday, February 12, at the Colorado Convention Center, Room 405/407. Part of the Symposium on the Future of Libraries at the 2018 ALA Midwinter Meeting in Denver, the civic innovation session offers attendees a chance to learn with experts about the future of cities and communities. Featured speakers Margaret Hunt of the Colorado Creative Industries Division and Jake Rishavy of the Colorado Smart Cities Alliance will be joined by PLA President Pam Sandlian Smith, director of Anythink Libraries. http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/02/smart-cities-creative-spaces-fo… ‘Spotlight on Book Clubs’ at Midwinter to highlight book club picks Attendees of the ALA Midwinter Meeting in Denver are invited to attend the “Spotlight on Book Clubs” from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10 at Colorado Convention Center Exhibit Hall. Participating exhibitors will host author signings and giveaways (while supplies last) for titles that are great choices for book clubs. Learn about ALA’s Book Club Central (www.bookclubcentral.org) a place for engaging content and information for book clubs designed in consultation with expert librarians. “Spotlight on Book Clubs” is sponsored by Book Club Central, United for Libraries, Booklist and ALA Conference Services. http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2018/02/spotlight-book-clubs-midwint… AASL Celebrates 2018 School Library Month with Spokesperson Jason Reynolds Jason Reynolds, author of “Ghost,” “Patina,” “Long Way Down,” and “Miles Morales: Spider-Man,” will serve as the national spokesperson for the 2018 celebration of School Library Month (SLM). Observed in April and sponsored by the American Association of School Librarians (AASL), School Library Month celebrates school libraries as approachable, equitable, and personalized learning environments necessary for every student’s well-rounded education. http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2018/02/aasl-celebrates-2018-school-… K-8 school libraries invited to apply for ALA’s 2018 Sara Jaffarian Award School libraries are invited to apply for a $5,000 award recognizing outstanding humanities programming in kindergarten through eighth grade, the American Library Association (ALA) Public Programs Office announced. Nominations for the 2018 Sara Jaffarian School Library Program Award for Exemplary Humanities Programming will be accepted until May 4, 2018. Applications, award guidelines and a list of previous winners are available at www.ala.org/jaffarian. http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2018/02/k-8-school-libraries-invited… DC Public Library, Public Library Association announce Memory Lab Network Grant recipients People and families in seven communities moved one step closer to being able to digitize and preserve video tapes, photographs and other family keepsakes at their library. Their libraries have been awarded a Memory Lab Network Grant. http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2018/01/dc-public-library-public-lib… Tickets available for 2018 Arbuthnot Lecture featuring Naomi Shihab Nye The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), Western Washington University and the Whatcom County Library System announced that tickets for the 2018 May Hill Arbuthnot Honor Lecture featuring Naomi Shihab Nye are now available. The lecture, titled "REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED - Our Lives of Reading & Writing” will be held at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 28, at the Western Washington University Performing Arts Center. Required tickets are free for the lecture and must be obtained through the Whatcom County Library System website. The daughter of a Palestinian father and an American mother, Naomi Shihab Nye grew up in St. Louis, Jerusalem and San Antonio, Texas. The author and/or editor of more than 30 books for adults and children, her latest for young people, 'The Turtle of Oman,' was chosen as a 2015 Notable Children's Book by the ALA. She has received four Pushcart Prizes, was a National Book Award finalist, and has been named a Guggenheim Fellow, amongst her many honors. http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2018/02/tickets-available-2018-arbut… PLA releases 2017 Year in Review The Public Library Association (PLA) has released its 2017 Year in Review, an annual report highlighting the association’s work in 2017. Featuring numerous images from PLA's 2017 events, the report covers such areas as honors and achievements, advocacy, continuing education, initiatives, leadership, membership and publications. In a message to PLA members, which accompanied the report, PLA President Pam Sandlian Smith wrote, "As we dive headfirst into the new year’s challenges and opportunities, it’s important to reflect upon the progress we’ve made in the past twelve months. In 2017, PLA worked hard to help libraries support the needs of their communities. We expanded programs that help libraries measure their impact, provide health information to patrons, and increase digital literacy in the community. PLA also worked to build a more diverse field through an amazing library internship program, and much more!" http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/02/pla-releases-2017-year-review ALA 2018 MIDWINTER MEETING Sparking change -across the curriculum and campus the focus of Midwinter Education Innovation Session http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/02/sparking-change-across-curricul… Leaders of Change Share a Vision for the Future at Midwinter Diversity & Equity Session http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/02/leaders-change-share-vision-fut… OPPORTUNITIES Content experts sought for YALSA’s teen programming database http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/02/content-experts-sought-yalsa-s-… YALSA seeks new editor for research journal JRLYA http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/02/yalsa-seeks-new-editor-research… APPOINTMENTS ALCTS appoints ALA representatives to NARDAC http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/01/alcts-appoints-ala-representati… AWARDS AND GRANTS Kitchens and Townsend win 2018 Baker & Taylor Collection Development Grant http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/02/kitchens-and-townsend-win-2018-… Anderson and Phillips win 2018 Frances Henne Grant http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/02/anderson-and-phillips-win-2018-… Brickey wins 2018 MAE Award for Best Literature Program for Teens http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/02/brickey-wins-2018-mae-award-bes… Lisa Kranz wins a year of free AASL membership http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/02/lisa-kranz-wins-year-free-aasl-… ALA PUBLISHING How libraries can promote individual and community health http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/01/how-libraries-can-promote-indiv… An updated handbook for understanding metadata http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/02/updated-handbook-understanding-… CHOICE Choice publishes white paper on new directions for institutional repositories http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/02/choice-publishes-white-paper-ne… EFORUMS Assessing Electronic Reference Services http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/02/eforum-assessing-electronic-ref… TOOLKITS Understanding Accessibility Challenges for Patrons http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/02/understanding-accessibility-cha…

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Registration for the 2018 Loleta Fyan Small & Rural Libraries Conference is NOW OPEN!
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 06 Feb '18

06 Feb '18

Greetings! Registration for the 2018 Loleta Fyan Small & Rural Libraries Conference is now open! To register, please visit the Library of Michigan's registration system<https://www.solutionwhere.com/ww/Aspx/Public/Search/ShowConference.aspx?cou…>. For more information on the 2018 Loleta Fyan Small & Rural Libraries Conference, check out the Library of Michigan's Conference Page<http://michigan.gov/fyanconference>. Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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Re: [Michlib-l] New director information
by Diane Greiner 06 Feb '18

06 Feb '18

A question came up and I thought I would reply to everyone. I am not retiring, but scaling back to one job. I am also the head of my local elementary school library and will continue on in that function. It has been requiring more of my time lately, hence the decision to scale back. Have a great day, Diane Greiner, Director Croton Township Library 8260 S. Croton-Hardy Drive Newaygo, MI 49337 231-652-1615 <mailto:crodg@llcoop.org> crodg(a)llcoop.org From: Diane Greiner [mailto:croton.twp.lib.director@gmail.com] Sent: Friday, February 02, 2018 3:10 PM To: Lakeland All; 'Michlib-l' Subject: New director information Laura Rodriguez-Irwin will officially begin as director of Croton Township Library on February 12th. Please change contact information for Croton correspondence to Laura's new email here - crolri(a)llcoop.org. The croton.twp.lib.director(a)gmail.com will reach her as well. I will oversee one last library board meeting on February 12th and hand over the reins to Laura. It has been a pleasure working will all of you. Have a great day, Diane Greiner, Director Croton Township Library 8260 S. Croton-Hardy Drive Newaygo, MI 49337 231-652-1615 <mailto:crodg@llcoop.org> crodg(a)llcoop.org

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Youth Intern at the Southfield Public Library
by Kelly Rembert 06 Feb '18

06 Feb '18

Hi, The Southfield Public Library is seeking a youth intern. Southfield Public Library Position: Library Intern – YOUTH SERVICES Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree Current enrollment in a Master’s degree program in information and library science Coursework in youth services is desired Duties: Assistance with and promotion of Library programs and services Providing reference and reader’s advisory service Collection development Special projects as assigned Salary and Benefits: $11.00/hour/first year $12.00/hour/second year Tuition reimbursement allowance Vacation leave, sick leave, personal business leave and paid holidays Incentive bonus upon completion of the two year program Health insurance Hours: 30 hours/week including evenings and weekend hours This is a two year position Deadline: Friday, February 23 Application: Please send a cover letter and resume to: David Ewick City Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Road Southfield, MI 48076 dewick(a)southfieldlibrary.org

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Great program - Detroit History
by Annie K 06 Feb '18

06 Feb '18

The Clinton-Macomb Public Library had the pleasure ofhosting Joel Stone, senior curator at the Detroit Historical Museum, whopresented a talk on the topic “UniqueStreet Names: The Man on the Street (and Women, too!)”. It was an excellent program, giving afascinating look at early Detroit and it was also fun to hear about the history ofthe streets we have driven many times. Joelwas an informative and engaging speaker. We had close to 100 in attendance and Joel had a tough time getting outof the library, due to the number of questions! Would highly recommend Joel - and the Detroit Historical Society has a wealth of offerings through their Speakers Bureau. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ Ellen K. McNallyLibrarianClinton-Macomb Public Library40900 Romeo Plank RoadClinton Twp., MI 48038586-226-5046

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Job posting Children's services / Library Asst. North Adams
by North Adams Library 06 Feb '18

06 Feb '18

*Children’s Services / Library Assistant* RESPONSIBILITIES: · Children’s programming and publicity · Perform tasks as assigned, including, but not limited to: processing books, shelving items, database entry, loaning items, checking in items, pulling items for requests, assisting patrons with a variety of needs (computers, readers’ advisory, location of items, directions, etc.) REQUIREMENTS: · High school diploma or equivalent required · Associate or Bachelor’s Degree preferred · Public library experience preferred · Strong communication and interpersonal skills · Strong commitment to customer service · Strong obligation to confidentiality · Dependable and flexible work habits · Enthusiastic, positive, friendly and approachable · Ability to learn and operate the library’s ILS and MeLCat systems · Ability to use MS Office preferred · Knowledge of alphabetical, numerical, and decimal systems of arrangement preferred. Ability to learn acceptable. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: · Ability to lift library materials weighing up to 50 lbs., and to push book trucks weighing between 100 and 200 lbs. · Ability to withstand routine and repetitive motions such as lifting, bending, reaching, and pushing. DETAILS · Part time – 15 hours per week. Perhaps more as time goes by. Send a resume to northadamslibrary(a)gmail.com Thank you. Phyllis ------ Phyllis Rickard Director North Adams Community Memorial Library (zv245) 110 E. Main St., PO Box 248 North Adams, MI 49262 517-287-4426 northadamslibrary(a)gmail.com http://www.northadamscml.michlibrary.org/

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Meditation Programs
by Kimberly Young 06 Feb '18

06 Feb '18

Hello to each of you! I did have requests to share any information I received and I am sorry to report that the only response I got was a suggestion to Google that. If you do have a contact that you are willing to share I would still appreciate it! We do have a budget and we are willing to pay someone to drive from downstate. Have a beautiful day! Kimberly Young Library Director Houghton Lake Public Library 4431 W Houghton Lake Drive Houghton Lake, MI 48629 989-366-9230 kyoung(a)hlpl.org

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