March 2018 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Free MeL webinar - MeL Statistics for Patron's Research - Mar 28, 3:30pm Eastern
by David Votta 07 Mar '18

07 Mar '18

In both private and public sectors statistics through demographic information and government data sets are used to conduct and improve research. If your patrons are entrepreneurs, your local municipality, or students they need access and the knowledge of how to leverage this information. Please join us on March 28 at 3:30pm Eastern for a 30-minute webinar focused on how you can access and utilize these vital resources. Registration is free and open to all Michigan library staff, educators, and other interested users. Read more and register for this webinar<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/mel-databases-mel-statistics-for-patrons-r…>. https://store.mcls.org/index.php/mel-databases-mel-statistics-for-patrons-r… This webinar will be recorded, and made available on demand anytime. http://mcls.org/mel/mel-training-events/ MeL training is funded in part by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Additional service support comes from the Federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) via the Institute of Museum and Library Services<http://www.imls.gov/> (IMLS). [IMLS logo.png] Please share. David David Votta Community Engagement Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Phone: (800) 530-9019 ext 122 [id:image001.png@01D31B4A.897DA8C0]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [id:image002.png@01D31B4A.897DA8C0] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [id:image003.png@01D31B4A.897DA8C0] <http://www.mcls.org/> "For every complex problem there is an answer which is clear, simple, and wrong." -H.L. Mencken

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Library of Michigan LSTA Public Library Services Grant 2018 application is open!
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 06 Mar '18

06 Mar '18

The applications for the summer quick grants for public libraries are due March 26th. We hope to see a proposal from you! Karren >>>>>>>> The Library of Michigan is pleased to announce the second year of the Library Services & Technology Act (LSTA) summer quick grant program for public libraries. The application deadline is Monday, March 26th at 5:00 PM EST. This program provides funding for public libraries to develop a summer program and purchase materials and supplies for that program. There are three selected program topics - technology, children & teens and literacy. Funding is intended to supplement local services. The grant review will focus on small projects that improve community services and are aligned with the LSTA priorities. The LSTA priorities are for targeting library services to individuals of diverse geographic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, to individuals with disabilities, individuals with limited functional literacy or information skills and expanding services for learning and access to information. The grant period is from June to August 2018. Grants will be from $500 to $2,000. Funding is by reimbursement. Eligible applicants are Michigan public libraries that are legally established and currently eligible for state aid. Branch libraries may apply individually. Detailed information on the grant program, including the program timeline, applicant eligibility, and the APPLICATION LINK is available at www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> in the Public Library Services grant section. Please read the Program Application Information<http://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/lm_LSTA_2017_Small_Gran…> before applying. Please contact me at 517-241-0021 or reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> with questions on the program. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> 517-241-0021 www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> www.michigan.gov/sl21<http://www.michigan.gov/sl21> Each April, Michigan celebrates the Month of the Young Child(r). Go to www.miaeyc.org<http://www.miaeyc.org> to learn more. [Description: Description: cid:image001.jpg@01CBED4E.B36258B0]

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Mileage vs Drive time
by Laura Rodriguez-Irwin 06 Mar '18

06 Mar '18

I would like to know what is your policy for compensation to an employee that travels to meetings and training. Do you pay one or the other or both? Do you have a minimum distance before you pay? -- Laura Rodriguez-Irwin, Director Croton Township Library 8260 Croton Hardy Dr Newaygo, MI 49327 231-652-1615

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Suggestions for magicians
by Shannon Powers 06 Mar '18

06 Mar '18

Hi all, We're looking for a magician who can do a 60-90 minute performance for us this summer. Crowd is largely senior citizens and young families. Has anyone worked with a magician in the past they can recommend? Thank you! Shannon Powers *Adult Librarian* Information Services Chelsea District Library p: 734.475.8732 X217 <(734)%20475-8732> f: 734.475.6190 <(734)%20476-6190> a: 221 S. Main Street | Chelsea | MI | 48118 w: chelseadistrictlibrary.org e:spowers@chelseadistrictlibrary.org <https://www.facebook.com/ChelseaDistrictLibrary/> <https://twitter.com/ChelseaLibrary>

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Free toner cartridge
by Linda 06 Mar '18

06 Mar '18

We have an HP Laserjet 304a Magenta cartridge we cannot use and are willing to send to anyone who might have use for it. Please contact off list : lhudecek(a)mycdl.org Community District Library210 E. Corunna Ave.Corunna, MI. 48817989-743-3287

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#FundLibraries Update: Ask Your Rep to Support LSTA and IAL
by Steven Bowers 06 Mar '18

06 Mar '18

Please note: I checked and MI legislatures have not yet signed on for 2019 so they need to hear from us! -Steve Please take a minute to sign and send: http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/write-a-letter?8&engagementId=445994 ________________________________ From: ALA Washington Office <DistrictDispatch(a)alawash.org> Sent: Tuesday, March 6, 2018 11:33 AM To: Steven Bowers Subject: #FundLibraries Update: Ask Your Rep to Support LSTA and IAL [Take Action For Libraries] Advocacy Alert: #FundLibraries Update Send an Email<http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/take-action?engagementId=445994&ep=AAAAC2Flc0…> Send a Tweet<http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/take-action?engagementId=447493&ep=AAAAC2Flc0…> What Happened This year's "Dear Appropriator" letters have started to circulate in the House, asking Representatives to preserve at least $210 million in federal library funding. One letter asks members of the House Appropriations Committee to fully fund the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) and the second does the same for the Innovative Approaches to Literacy (IAL) program. Why It Matters The battle for domestic spending is becoming more intense, and Congress is looking for programs to cut. The more members of Congress who sign these letters, the better the chance that the Appropriators will preserve the funding for the LSTA and IAL programs. And as you know from our previous emails, these programs represent the bulk of the federal funding that is provided for libraries. Under the rules of LSTA, states are required to match one third of their federal contribution. Any cut to LSTA in the FY 2019 budget will likely lead to a cut in library funding at the state level. Additionally, IAL is the only dedicated federal funding provided for school libraries. What You Can Do Now Many Representatives will only sign on to a "Dear Appropriator" letter if their constituents ask them! Use the <http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/thru?ep=AAAAC2Flc0NpcGhlcjAxdnyxUIzUeVpjXpTJC…> ALA Action Center<http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/write-a-letter?8&engagementId=445994> to send your representative an email and ask them to contact Rep. Raul Grijalva's office to sign on to the LSTA letter and Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX) to sign on to the IAL letter. Time is short - the deadline for the letters is March 19th, so don't delay! Send an Email<http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/take-action?engagementId=445994&ep=AAAAC2Flc0…> Send a Tweet<http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/take-action?engagementId=447493&ep=AAAAC2Flc0…> Not sure if your Rep. has signed yet? Check our tracker<http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/thru?ep=AAAAC2Flc0NpcGhlcjAxHkVOWkyO5ednfTAzG…>. Need more information? Check out our lastest post on District Dispatch<http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/thru?ep=AAAAC2Flc0NpcGhlcjAxiSD-KG8b1eOG322OV…>. And stay tuned! The Senate will soon be circulating "Dear Appropriator" letters of their own. We'll be back with more updates soon. Contact Us ALA Washington Office 1615 New Hampshire Ave NW, 1st Floor Washington, D.C. 20009-2520 Phone: 202-628-8410 • Toll Free: 1-800-941-8478 Subscribe Ready to take action? Subscribe to our Action Center.<http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/thru?ep=AAAAC2Flc0NpcGhlcjAxfHmfEGE0-ta_MGN6o…> ________________________________ [ALA logo] <http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/thru?ep=AAAAC2Flc0NpcGhlcjAxgxZ4WygVXUuuBviKs…> Please unsubscribe below if you no longer wish to receive emails from the ALA Washington Office. Unsubscribe<http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/subscriptions?r=AAAAC2Flc0NpcGhlcjAxgK0qWYJrV…> [Powered by CQRC Engage] <http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/thru?ep=AAAAC2Flc0NpcGhlcjAxZz0_UCzA3qkwtrySw…>

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Law reports- Free!!!
by DeCenso, Emanuela 06 Mar '18

06 Mar '18

Dear colleagues, Madonna Library would wish to give the following volumes of the Federal Reporter for free. You will be picking it up, if interested. Pick up by March 16. Please let me know as soon as you are able to. So here we go: * Federal reporter; Vol.1-300 * Atlantic Reporter;Vol.1-200 * Northeastern Reporter; Vol. 1-200 * Northwestern Reporter; Vol.1-300 * Pacific Reporter; Vol.1-300 * South Eastern Reporter; Vol.1-200 * South Western Reporter; Vol.1-300 * Southern Reporter; Vol.1-200 Thank you, Emma Emanuela DeCenso B.S., M.L.I.S. Reference and Instruction Librarian Liaison to the College of Arts and Humanities Liaison to the College of Education Madonna University Library 36600 Schoolcraft Rd. Livonia, MI 48150 734-432-5679<tel:734-432-5679> edecenso(a)madonna.edu<mailto:edecenso@madonna.edu> Current hours: Mon-Wed-Thur 8:00 am - 4:30pm Tues-1:30-10pm "The lasting pleasures of contact with the natural world are not reserved for scientists but are available to anyone who puts himself under the influence of earth, sea and sky, and their amazing life." -Rachel Carson P Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail IMPORTANT NOTICE TO EMAIL RECIPIENTS: This email communication may contain confidential information intended only for the addressees. Please do not read, copy, or disseminate this communication unless you are the intended addressee. If you have received this message in error, treat it as confidential and please notify the sender by reply email, destroy the original message, all content and copies.

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Board Game Responses
by Tanya Procknow 06 Mar '18

06 Mar '18

For those of you interested here are the results for the question on cataloging board games. I received 9 responses. 3 of the libraries have games for in house use or programs. I will give you a summary of the other responses. 1. Games signed out on a sheet of paper. They find duplicate games at rummage sales etc. to resupply missing pieces. 2. When cataloging they keep an inventory piece list on the inside of the box and put the pieces in zip top bags with the contents listed. They count pieces and either charge patron if it is an important part or 3-D print a replacement. 3. Check out and use the honor system on pieces. 4. Cataloged with a list of how many pieces and an description inside the box top. Charge a fee for lost pieces. 5. Check out but do not count pieces. 6. Cataloged with a detailed list in the general note that lists all items included. Our library will be purchasing a board game collection. I am using them to try and promote family time during our summer reading program. I will be cataloging them for circulation. We have decided to itemize each piece on a list inside the cover. We will deal with piece loss as they happen and based on importance and replacement costs. You can email me if you want any more specific information from the responses. Tanya R. Procknow Mackinaw Area Public Library Youth Librarian (231)436-5451

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Job Posting: Lawton Public Library Director
by Kayla Jellies 06 Mar '18

06 Mar '18

Hi Everyone, I am posting the following on behalf of the Lawton Public Library Board of Trustees: Library Director Position Posting Lawton Public Library seeks a creative and dedicated leader who prioritizes strong customer service, innovative management, and collaboration with the community to serve as Director. Located in southwest Michigan about 30 minutes away from Kalamazoo (home of Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo College), the Class 1 library serves over 2,000 residents in the Village of Lawton. The library director leads a staff of three (3) and manages an operating budget of $120,000. The local community enjoys regular library programming, such as story time, local history presentations, craft nights, and Summer Reading events for patrons of all ages. Responsibilities * Work 40 hours a week * Supervise, train, and evaluate staff. * Collection development and maintenance. * Oversee and create programs. * Oversee financial matters and prepare annual budget. * Prepare reports and grant proposals. * Maintain library website and social media accounts. * Long-range planning. * Instruct patrons on library policies and use of equipment. * Ensure customer service focus. * Report to Library Board of Trustees. Compensation Benefits package including insurance, paid holidays and vacations, and 401(k) retirement plan. Compensation package is commensurate with experience and education. Application Procedure Please send a relevant cover letter, resume, and three professional references (names and contact information) to Margaret Cornish, President of the Lawton Public Library Board of Trustees, at lawtonlibraryjobs(a)gmail.com<mailto:lawtonlibraryjobs@gmail.com>. Early applicants will receive first consideration. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree with experience in roles of progressively increasing responsibility and public library experience. * Advanced degrees will be given appropriate consideration; Master of Library and Information Science, from an American Library Association-accredited school, is highly preferred. * Outstanding interpersonal skills, including oral and written communications. * Demonstration of excellent customer service, planning, financial management, and organizational skills. * Ability to work collaboratively with Board of Trustees, staff, and community (including local governing authorities). * Demonstrated ability to lead and manage staff. * Strong computer skills and proficiency in social media marketing. * Thorough knowledge of current trends and best practices for public libraries. The Lawton Public Library is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of ethnicity, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion/belief or age. Kayla Jellies, MLIS | Director Lawton Public Library 125 S. Main St. Lawton, MI 49065 Phone: (269) 624-5481 Fax: (269) 624-1909

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Summer Reading planning reminders
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 06 Mar '18

06 Mar '18

Just a few reminders for #LibrariesRock Webinars/Programming Ideas SRC webinar with the Library of Michigan's Youth Services Advisory Council, you can watch the recording here: http://libraryofmichigan.adobeconnect.com/pq1tutr0pe52/. Also, be sure to check out this year's webinar on the Early Literacy and Children's Manuals hosted by the CSLP manuals editor: https://www.cslpreads.org/cslp-webinars/. Finally, there is an Adult Manual Webinar shared from the Library of Iowa: http://www.statelibraryofiowa.org/ld/c-d/continuing-ed/conted-ials/archives…. Incentives/Prizes https://shopcslp.com/ is the Upstart Store, includes t-shirts, reading logs, etc. Scholastic Libraries Rock catalog - books available at low prices for Literacy Partners<http://teacher.scholastic.com/products/literacypartnerships/partner-benefit…>. Catalogs went out to you in November, but I have extra copies, please request off-list. Manuals Feeling a little confused while exploring the new online CSLP Libraries Rock manual<http://www.cslpreads.org/>? Just a reminder to take 6 minutes to watch 4 Easy Ways to Get the Most Out of Your CSLP Online Manual!<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9y_o1DAvCEk> Great tips on how to search and download the entire manual(s) or just specific file groups; this video will make the online manual usage clearer. Manuals this year include links to playlists for any musical programming/storytimes you're planning, inclusive programming ideas, and much more! Don't forget, our National Summer Reading Champion is Agent 23 Skidoo<https://www.grammy.com/grammys/videos/secret-agent-23-skidoo-win-2017-best-…>. PSA's and materials on him, including an exclusive Libraries Rock song, coming soon! 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/> [cid:image001.png@01D169A3.73327F50]

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