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Grab and Go: Expanding and Strengthening Senior Programming - 4/27/2018 @ 2:00 PM
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 19 Apr '18

19 Apr '18

Are you looking to reach untapped sectors of your service population? Learn how to expand your library's programming to welcome patrons living with dementia! Participants in this one hour webinar will be introduced to creative and fun ways to expand and strengthen programming at senior facilities and at the library, especially for patrons living with dementia. Whether utilizing memory kits, travel and reading programs, and antique items to inspire memories and encourage conversations, or by incorporating painting, stuffed animals, therapy dogs, and music activities to stimulate the senses, participants can develop ideas that work for their library, community, and budget. Learn from the experiences and successes of David J. Kelsey and Lynda Spraner, Outreach Services Department staff at St. Charles Public Library in St. Charles, IL. There is no cost for this webinar. To register, visit https://nnlm.gov/class/grab-and-go-kernel. Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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MCLS Product Advisory Librarians start second year
by Services 19 Apr '18

19 Apr '18

In early 2017, MCLS Group Purchasing issued a call for Product Advisory Librarians (PALs). At the time, we had a vague idea that you, our members, could help us do a better job of determining potential new vendors or products, and we could, in turn, provide you a secure place to discuss those products and vendors with us and with each other. With one year behind us, we want to share the results of our collaboration. In our first year: · Fifty-five librarians representing all library types across both Indiana and Michigan reviewed 11 products from eight vendors. · PALs submitted 39 survey responses after completing trials and evaluating products from BiblioBoards, Auto Finance Center, Demco, Niche Academy, Press Reader, Reprints Desk, SirsiDynix, and Statista. · We started a new group purchase with Statista, based on your feedback and interest. · We provided all the vendors with valuable information to help them better align their offerings and products with member needs. Some of you may have even decided on direct purchases, in instances where a group purchase wasn’t warranted. We also used what we learned from our members to create an Expression of Interest<https://www.mcls.org/files/7915/0608/1242/New_Business_Expression_of_Intere…> for new business prospects. This tool makes it easier for businesses who want to work with MCLS to understand what it means to work with a consortium — what our expectations are for our members in terms of value, service, and central licensing, as well as what we’ll provide in return as we work together to help our libraries maximize their budget dollars. As we begin our second year of this group, we want to say thank you to all the PALs of MCLS for your time throughout the year. Your feedback was essential in helping Group Purchasing improve how we advocate on your behalf. We are always looking for more feedback. If you’re interested in becoming a PAL, please complete this brief form<https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MCLSPAL>. We typically reach out up to four times per year, with several trials for you to choose from each time. You would test drive products that interest you and answer a brief survey when you’re done. For more information, or if you have any questions, please email Group Purchasing at services(a)mcls.org<mailto:services@mcls.org> or call Chrystal Babbitt at (800) 530-9019 ext 401.

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MeL Minute: New Members on the MeLCat Advisory Committee
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 19 Apr '18

19 Apr '18

Greetings Michigan Library Community, The MeLCat Advisory Committee has new members and several of them have taken a moment to introduce themselves to you. Welcome new members! Jill Wioskowski, a graduate of Wayne State University, absolutely loves all things MeLCat and is beginning her 2nd term on the committee. She brings to the table small and rural library perspective and experience (class 1-3 libraries) as she has worked as a Director at Deckerville Public Library and Millington Arbela District Library. In April, she begins her new position as a Librarian at Dearborn Heights Public Library. Fun fact: Wioskowski has the cover of Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury tattooed on her leg. Jill C. Wioskowski, MLIS Library Director Millington Arbela District Library I'm the Head of Reference and Adult Services, and the guy who handles most of our MeLCat. I love that because of MeLCat our patrons have access to materials that they otherwise wouldn't be able to get through the library system. What's even more gratifying to me, though, is to be able to give a bigger audience to the offbeat items we have that aren't widely held. Ed Burns Head of Reference and Adult Services Ferndale Area District Library My name is Anita Chouinard. I am the Circulation Coordinator at the Woodmere branch of the Traverse Area District Library (TADL). One of my duties is being the "MeLCat expert" for TADL. I joined the MeLCat Advisory Committee because I want to work with other libraries to help find ways to improve MeLCat for everyone. I hope to learn from those who have been on the committee for a while and to also bring a fresh perspective as a new member. This experience will allow me to better help TADL staff, and our patrons. Anita Chouinard Circulation Coordinator Traverse Area District Library Hello, I'm Joelle Hannert, Coordinator of Tech Services at Northwestern Michigan College Library! I've just been appointed to my second term as a member of the MeLCat Advisory Committee. I'm so proud of the work that MeLCat does, especially in equalizing access to information for library users. As part of the committee, I'm looking forward to advising on cataloging issues that will improve the MeLCat database. Joelle Hannert Library Technical Services Coordinator Northwestern Michigan College My name is Abigayle Quinlan, and I am Interlibrary Loan Manager for Cheboygan Area Public Library. I have worked at the library for two years now, stepping up into this position six months ago. I am still getting my footing here, but I hope that on this committee I can be part of the drive pushing MeLCat forward into greater things! Abigayle Quinlan Interlibrary Loan Cheboygan Area Public Library Hello! My name is Denise Dorantes and I am delighted join the MeLCat Advisory Committee as one of its newly appointed members. I have worked in a variety of library settings over the years, including public, academic and special libraries. I am currently employed with the Dearborn Public Library as an Adult Services Librarian and MeLCat Services Coordinator. I am looking forward to the opportunity to collaborate with fellow committee members from such a wide range of backgrounds in order to promote and improve statewide resource sharing among all types of Michigan libraries. Denise Dorantes Adult Services Librarian and MeLCat Services Coordinator Dearborn Public Library Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for the next MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact(a)mel.org<mailto:contact@mel.org>, visit http://mel.org<http://mel.org/>, or sign up for the MeL Minute and other Library of Michigan e-mail lists via GovDelivery<https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/subscriber/new>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. Sonya Schryer Norris Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 517-373-4457 https://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/> Our collective efforts can help make Michigan a Top 10 education state in 10 years! Here are the goals and strategies: http://mi.gov/top10in10/ [cid:image002.png@01D20444.B08921B0]

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Call for Chapters: Advances in Library Administration and Organization
by Elizabeth Martin 19 Apr '18

19 Apr '18

Extended Call for chapter proposals Publication: Advances in Library Administration and Organization Topic: Scholarly Communication and Library Management Publication due: 2019 Series Editor: Samantha Hines, Peninsula College Volume Editor: Su Epstein, Saxton B. Little Free Library Libraries hold a valued and valuable role in scholarly communication. With the advent of online communications and increasing competition in both scholarly outlets and tenured roles on campuses, how scholars contribute to academic discourse has become increasingly complicated, and libraries have taken on more in this area. In the public sector, libraries are working more with nontraditional education venues and finding greater need for understanding and utilizing scholarly communications formerly reserved for academia. ALAO seeks submissions for the “Scholarly Communication and Library Management” volume that delve beyond examples and case studies to look at how libraries can deepen their role in scholarly communication and strengthen services and resources for scholars and peers. Proposals in the following areas would be of particular interest: * Improving understanding around research methods * The civility movement in public libraries and its counterpart in scholarly communication * The role of libraries in critically evaluating information resources * How libraries teach the basics of scholarly communication * How libraries can benefit and utilize scholarly communication * How public libraries can support online education users * The management of online academic discourse * Scholarly communication in the non-print world This will be the first volume of Advances in Library Administration and Organization (ALAO) to publish in 2019. About the Advances in Library Administration and Organization series ALAO<http://www.emeraldgrouppublishing.com/products/books/series.htm?id=0732-0671> offers long-form research, comprehensive discussions of theoretical developments, and in-depth accounts of evidence-based practice in library administration and organization. The series answers the questions, “How have libraries been managed, and how should they be managed?” It goes beyond a platform for the sharing of research to provide a venue for dialogue across issues, in a way that traditional peer reviewed journals cannot. Through this series, practitioners can glean new approaches in challenging times and collaborate on the exploration of scholarly solutions to professional quandaries. How to submit We are currently seeking proposals for the 2019 volume on Scholarly Communication and Library Management. If you are interested in contributing to this volume, please send a proposal including author details and estimated length of final submission to Samantha Hines at shines(a)pencol.edu<mailto:shines@pencol.edu> by May 30, 2018. Submission deadlines Submission deadline for proposals: May 30, 2018 Notification of acceptance sent by: July 1, 2018 Submission deadline for full chapters: December 1, 2018 Comments returned to authors: January 15, 2019 Submission deadline for chapter revisions: February 28, 2019 -- Beth Martin Head of Professional Programs GVSU Libraries DEV 132A martelia(a)gvsu.edu<mailto:martelia@gvsu.edu> 616.331.7344

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Introduction to Proposal Writing
by Sherri Vaughn 19 Apr '18

19 Apr '18

Introduction to Proposal Writing Are you new to proposal writing or want a quick refresher? If so, you don't want to miss one of our most popular classes! This class will provide you with an overview of how to write a standard project proposal to a foundation. It will include: The basic elements of a proposal The "do's" and "don'ts" of writing and submitting a proposal How to follow up whether the answer is yes or no [cid:27ece1b8-93f0-4a55-ab93-72f1e36f8822] Speaker: Teleange?Thomas Directory of Foundation Center - Midwest Registration required; (248) 553-6880. Farmington Community Library Main Library Auditorium: Wednesday, May 9, 9:30-11:00 a.m. 32737 W. 12 Mile Road Farmington Hills, MI 48334 Sherri Vaughn Farmington Community Library 32737 W. 12 Mile Road Farmington Hills, MI 48334 sherri.vaughn(a)farmlib.org<mailto:sherri.vaughn@farmlib.org> (248) 553-6873

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Please complete the RTRM Survey by April 25th... you will be entered for a prize!
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 19 Apr '18

19 Apr '18

Reminder: your feedback is important to continuing the Ready to Read Michigan book program. Please help us to improve and secure funding for the program by completing the survey at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2018RTRM. We would appreciate hearing from you by Wednesday, April 25th. A random prize drawing for a box of children's books, geared towards ages 0-5, will be done for those who complete the survey by April 25th. The Ready to Read Michigan program is made possible in part by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services<http://www.imls.gov/> (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Additional support comes from the Library of Michigan Foundation and the Consumers Energy Foundation. Thank you, 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/> Our collective efforts can help make Michigan a Top 10 education state in 10 years! Here are the goals and strategies: http://mi.gov/top10in10/ [cid:image002.png@01D20444.B08921B0]

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Digital Library Cards
by Pam Seabolt 19 Apr '18

19 Apr '18

MCLS Third Thursday Twitter Chat Digital Library Cards Join us today, Thursday, April 19, at 2pm Eastern (1pm Central) for our Third Thursday Twitter Chat. We will be discussing issuing and the use of Digital Library Cards. These cards are issued online to allow users access to a library’s digital resources without having to visit the library. Our featured guest will be Assistant Director of Library Services, Eric Mims, from Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library (IN). Eric will chat about how MPHPL uses digital library cards, the ins and outs of their program, and answer any questions you might have. Use the hashtag #MCLSchat. New to Twitter? Here are instructions<https://mcls.org/training-events/twitter-chat-instructions/>.  https://mcls.org/training-events/twitter-chat-instructions/ Hope you can join us! Did you miss our March chat on Creating Space for Engagement? We archived<https://storify.com/mclsorg/third-thurs-twitter-chat-march-2018-creating-sp…> it for you. ******************************* Pamela Seabolt Community Engagement Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 (800) 530-9019 ext 123 seaboltp(a)mcls.org<mailto:seaboltp@mcls.org> [id:image001.png@01D32BD1.F967B940]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [id:image002.png@01D32BD1.F967B940] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [id:image003.png@01D32BD1.F967B940] <http://www.mcls.org/>

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Summer Slide Webinars with Britannica
by White, Shannon (MDE) 18 Apr '18

18 Apr '18

Britannica has two webinars to address the upcoming summer slide. One is for the K12 community and the other is for public libraries. Please take a look and let us know if you have questions. MeL - Avoid the Summer Slide with Britannica for Public Libraries! Summer is almost here, and students will be on summer break! During this time off, students sometimes experience the "summer slide," or the lack of classroom time that might result in an achievement gap. Research shows that reading is the best way to avoid student learning loss. Join us to learn about engaging strategies and activities that encourage students to read when they come to visit their public libraries! * Thursday, May 10 @ 3:30 EST https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3157652649604328193 MeL - Avoid the Summer Slide with Britannica! K-12 Summer is almost here, and teachers and students alike are ready for a much deserved break. During this time off, students sometimes experience the "summer slide," or the lack of classroom time that might result in an "achievement gap." Research shows that reading is the best way to avoid student learning loss. Join us to learn about engaging strategies and activities that encourage students to read, while reinforcing and strengthening key concepts and skills in vocabulary, comprehension, and writing. * Thursday, May 3 @ 10 am EST https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5375949244479390209 * Thursday, May 3 @ 4 pm EST https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6739278791735640321 Shannon White Library of Michigan www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.373.9489 Whites29(a)michigan.gov

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Novi Public Library Employment Opportunity - Support Services Clerk (c)
by Marcia Dominick 18 Apr '18

18 Apr '18

*EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:* *Position: Support Services Clerk, Permanent Part-Time* *Job Duties:* · Performs all duties assigned in the ILS Module accurately and efficiently; problem solves patron and catalog issues; assists Library patrons while employing the Library’s and City of Novi’s customer service principles. · Performs workroom duties and other tasks as assigned, including sorting and loading carts for shelving; shelving of materials; shelf reading; processing holds, returns, and other materials from delivery; troubleshooting and maintenance operations of the AST System; answering main phone, directing calls, and making public address announcements as needed; and registering cash, check, and credit card transactions. · Adapts and responds to multiple priorities, interruptions, and demands; retains knowledge and stays up-to-date on current Library policies and procedures; communicates effectively with patrons, co-workers, and professional colleagues; resolves problem situations and collaborates across departments in a positive manner. · Assists with opening and closing procedures for the Support Services Department. · Assists with the overall maintenance and orderliness of the Library’s collections, display areas, and department areas. · Assists in accomplishing the Library’s and the Support Service Department’s goals. · Assists, as assigned, to perform Outreach Services duties. Prepares and delivers materials to various senior and homebound facilities utilizing the Library vehicle; loads and unloads materials from carts. · Assists, as assigned, to perform Technical Services duties. Performs acquisitions duties, cataloging, MARC record maintenance, materials processing and maintenance, and processing of ILL and MeLCat materials. · Seeks professional continuing education, both organized and casual, with an air toward keeping services current and appropriate for the patrons. · Performs other duties as assigned. *Job Requirements:* · High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred. · Knowledge of alphabetical, numerical, and decimal systems of arrangement. · Proficient in MS Office, Internet browsers, and other computer related technology. · Ability to take direction willingly and easily adaptable to change. · Enthusiastic, positive, friendly and approachable. · Strong attention to customer service. · Strong obligation to confidentiality. · Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. · Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. · Physical mobility, vision, hearing, and manual dexterity essential. · Maintain physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, bending, and/or walking for extended periods of time; stooping; crouching; reaching; carrying books or boxes of books; pushing book carts; seeing; keyboarding; using the telephone; lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; push or pull with wheeled cart up to 500 pounds; operating assigned equipment; picking up litter; spreading ice melt. *Hours: *19 hours per week · Sunday, 1-6 p.m. · Monday, 4-9 p.m. · Tuesday, 5-9 p.m. · Alternating Friday/Saturday, 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. *Salary:* $10.52 per hour *Benefits:* None *Application: * · Resume, cover letter, and application required. · Available at http://www.novilibrary.org/About-Us/Employment-Volunteering.aspx · Send to: Marcia Dominick, Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi, MI 48375 · E-mail: mdominick(a)novilibrary.org *Deadline:* Sunday, April 29, 2018 at 5 p.m. [image: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: New Logo 1 inch rgb for web]*Marcia Dominick* | Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library |45255 West Ten Mile Road | Novi, MI 48375 Phone 248-869-7211|Fax 248-349-6520 |Administration Office 248-869-7204 www.novilibrary.org *Inform. Inspire. Include.*

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Novi Public Library Employment Opportunity - Support Services Clerk (b)
by Marcia Dominick 18 Apr '18

18 Apr '18

*EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:* *Position: Support Services Clerk, Permanent Part-Time* *Job Duties:* · Performs all duties assigned in the ILS Module accurately and efficiently; problem solves patron and catalog issues; assists Library patrons while employing the Library’s and City of Novi’s customer service principles. · Performs workroom duties and other tasks as assigned, including sorting and loading carts for shelving; shelving of materials; shelf reading; processing holds, returns, and other materials from delivery; troubleshooting and maintenance operations of the AST System; answering main phone, directing calls, and making public address announcements as needed; and registering cash, check, and credit card transactions. · Adapts and responds to multiple priorities, interruptions, and demands; retains knowledge and stays up-to-date on current Library policies and procedures; communicates effectively with patrons, co-workers, and professional colleagues; resolves problem situations and collaborates across departments in a positive manner. · Assists with opening and closing procedures for the Support Services Department. · Assists with the overall maintenance and orderliness of the Library’s collections, display areas, and department areas. · Assists in accomplishing the Library’s and the Support Service Department’s goals. · Assists, as assigned, to perform Outreach Services duties. Prepares and delivers materials to various senior and homebound facilities utilizing the Library vehicle; loads and unloads materials from carts. · Assists, as assigned, to perform Technical Services duties. Performs acquisitions duties, cataloging, MARC record maintenance, materials processing and maintenance, and processing of ILL and MeLCat materials. · Seeks professional continuing education, both organized and casual, with an air toward keeping services current and appropriate for the patrons. · Performs other duties as assigned. *Job Requirements:* · High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred. · Knowledge of alphabetical, numerical, and decimal systems of arrangement. · Proficient in MS Office, Internet browsers, and other computer related technology. · Ability to take direction willingly and easily adaptable to change. · Enthusiastic, positive, friendly and approachable. · Strong attention to customer service. · Strong obligation to confidentiality. · Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. · Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. · Physical mobility, vision, hearing, and manual dexterity essential. · Maintain physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, bending, and/or walking for extended periods of time; stooping; crouching; reaching; carrying books or boxes of books; pushing book carts; seeing; keyboarding; using the telephone; lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; push or pull with wheeled cart up to 500 pounds; operating assigned equipment; picking up litter; spreading ice melt. *Hours: *19 hours per week · Monday, 5–9 p.m. · Wednesday, 1–5 p.m. · Thursday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. · Alternating Friday/Saturday, 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. *Salary:* $10.52 per hour *Benefits:* None *Application: * · Resume, cover letter, and application required. · Available at http://www.novilibrary.org/About-Us/Employment-Volunteering.aspx · Send to: Marcia Dominick, Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi, MI 48375 · E-mail: mdominick(a)novilibrary.org *Deadline:* Sunday, April 29, 2018 at 5 p.m. [image: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: New Logo 1 inch rgb for web]*Marcia Dominick* | Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library |45255 West Ten Mile Road | Novi, MI 48375 Phone 248-869-7211|Fax 248-349-6520 |Administration Office 248-869-7204 www.novilibrary.org *Inform. Inspire. Include.*

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