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Consulting Project Opportunities with the U-M School of Information + 3 weeks to 4T Data Literacy Conference (free registration, free SCECH)!
by Kristin Fontichiaro 21 Jun '18

21 Jun '18

Howdy! *The U-M School of Information needs your help and is here to help in exchange! *Check out the message below for details about how to apply for teams of our students to help with projects from website evaluation to data visualization, community profile development to library internships. While some of the projects require face-to-face engagement and are geographically limited to the Ann Arbor area, many can be conducted *virtually!* I’ve got two projects among the list below (but we welcome library proposals from all areas). *1. **For a new Fall 2018 course on Engaging with Communities, our students need to research and create community profiles. This project is conducted virtually.* Let us research your community’s Census, demographic, consumer, and economic data, conduct some interviews, and deliver the results to you! I’m looking for cities, libraries, or non-profits in communities under 25,000 people (visit https://factfinder.census.gov/faces/nav/jsf/pages/index.xhtml and type in your community if you’re not sure). *2. **For a new Winter 2019 capstone-style course, we are looking for libraries and archives in the Ann Arbor area willing to take on a team of two students to work about 100 hours throughout the semester (Jan – April) on projects related to community engagement, collection development, or instruction/programs/events/information literacy. This project requires proximity to Ann Arbor. *While much of the time should be spent working on a significant project deliverable, we know that nobody spends all their time on special projects, so they can also pitch in on additional work as needed. If you're not sure if your project fits, feel free to propose it anyway or reach out via for a brief conversation with our awesome Office of Professional and Community Engagement Team (use the email address below). *Also, we hope to see you online for the 4T Data Literacy conference <http://dataliteracy.si.umich.edu/conference>on July 11-12 -- free SCECH, free conference, great sessions! It's just under 3 weeks away, and we hope you’ll attend and spread the word to your area’s educators! * You can pick up strategies for talking about Big Data and data privacy in your buildings; how to access and use Census, economic, and other data; how to support the data viz aspirations among your students and student journalists; how to build great questions using data; and more. I'm really excited about this line-up! While the conference is technically oriented to high school librarians and educators, you’ll find a wide variety of attendees: public and academic librarians, not-for-profit folks, government agencies, and more. Sessions will be archived if you can’t tune in live. Happy Summer! Kristin ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: *University of Michigan School of Information* < umsi.client.engagement(a)umich.edu> Date: Wed, Jun 20, 2018 at 1:14 PM Subject: Consulting Project Opportunities with the U-M School of Information To: Font <font(a)umich.edu> Cc: UMSI Client Engagement <umsi.client.engagement(a)umich.edu> Dear Kristin, The University of Michigan School of Information seeks clients for many *programs and courses <https://umich-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/Redirect?ukey=1tI9C9g3BMNnlw1KJuq9…>*. Organizations from all industries have the opportunity to have their information processes and tools analyzed and enhanced to support organizational needs and business goals through innovative, cutting-edge skills from the highly talented students at the University of Michigan. *We are currently seeking clients for courses during the 2018-2019 school year.* Client participation is free. Please *complete this form* <https://umich-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/Redirect?ukey=1tI9C9g3BMNnlw1KJuq9…> to submit a project proposal or to sign up to receive information about these opportunities throughout the year. Students work with clients on the following: · Organize and analyze *information systems* · Improve *information flow* through process analysis · Provide user experience and design recommendations for *websites, apps, and software* · Gather, manipulate, analyze, and visualize *data* · Develop, implement, and analyze *social media* strategy · Analyze or develop guidelines for *online communities* · Establish and maintain internal *library systems* or *archival collections* · Provide *community profiles* to inform questions affecting cities, non-profits, or libraries · Develop a *content management system* (CMS) or interactive website For additional examples of work that can be performed by students, please visit umsi.info/clientopportunities <https://umich-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/Redirect?ukey=1tI9C9g3BMNnlw1KJuq9…>. You will find full project descriptions and project examples that demonstrate the value of students’ work. Proposals are selected from organizations from all industries, including private, public, governmental, non-profit, health, and research institutions. Work almost always is performed over the course of one term (September through December or January through April). To propose a project in any of these areas, please complete this brief form <https://umich-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/Redirect?ukey=1tI9C9g3BMNnlw1KJuq9…> as soon as possible, no later than July 31. A member of our team will follow up within a few weeks with additional information on next steps. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a 10-minute phone consultation about your project, please email umsi.client.engagement(a)umich.edu. We encourage you to share this email with others who might be interested in this opportunity. Sincerely, Kelly A. Kowatch Director, Office of Professional and Community Engagement University of Michigan School of Information -- Kristin Fontichiaro University of Michigan School of Information 4427 North Quad 105 S. State St. Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285 734.647.3593 Blog <http://fontichiaro.com/activelearning> | Book an Appointment (school year only) <https://www.google.com/calendar/selfsched?sstoken=UUFHX1E5cXRtYUVQfGRlZmF1b…> *Projects:* Michigan Makers <http://michiganmakers.si.umich.edu> | Making in Michigan Libraries <http://makinglibraries.si.umich.edu> Data Literacy in High School <http://dataliteracy.si.umich.edu> | Public Library Management MOOC <http://ai.umich.edu/portfolio/public-library-management/>

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Question about teen program
by Therese 21 Jun '18

21 Jun '18

Hello All, I was wondering if any libraries who do a teen Dungeons and Dragons program would share some insight and help. I would like to know how other libraries run their sessions: how many kids are in the group, how many dungeon masters, do you require registration? At my library I was a dungeon master for quite some time. However, due to high attendance I stepped back as crowd control. But I might be losing some of my volunteer dungeon masters and will have to be a dungeon master again. I find it stressful to run my own group and watch over the entire room. We are changing our individual story groups to 4 kids each with 1 dungeon master. We currently have 3 story groups and 1 arena group (where the kids battle monsters or each other). Any information on how you run your Dungeons and Dragons group would be super helpful. Thanks! -- Therese Bulszewicz Teen Services Librarian Romeo District Library 65821 Van Dyke Washington, MI 48095 586.752.0603 therese(a)romeodistrictlibrary.org

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Celebrate the Historical Society of Michigan's 190th Birthday
by Historical Society of Michigan 21 Jun '18

21 Jun '18

It's our 190TH birthday! Hooray! The Historical Society of Michigan's (HSM) founders, Lewis Cass and Henry Schoolcraft, have joined the party and are busy celebrating our 190th birthday weekend. Join us! HSM was founded on June 23, 1828, to facilitate the growth and restoration of Michigan's history. We're still kicking to this day with educational programming, conferences, bus tours, magazines, publications, and more.but we would not be here today without the support of our members and followers. Join in on our birthday fun with special discounts on memberships, a fun-themed donation of $1.90 toward our mortgage, or a larger donation of $190 that includes a gift of a specialty Historic Michigan map. To learn more about our birthday shenanigans, see below! Help us with our mortgage! In the spirit of our 190th birthday celebration, we are asking our members and fellow Michiganders for a small online donation of $1.90 to help us reduce our remaining mortgage costs. As a nonprofit, HSM is often left with the daunting task of allocating funds for various programming and resources, and our mortgage is a constant drain on our funds. Help us reduce our remaining amount today! <http://hsmichigan.org/join/happy-190th-birthday/> Donate $1.90 to our mortgage fund 1968 The year of the Detroit Tigers, and our 140th birthday! Fifty years ago, in 1968, HSM turned 140 years old and cheered as our beloved Detroit Tigers won the baseball world championship by making a dramatic comeback to defeat the St. Louis Cardinals. <http://hsmichigan.org/join/happy-190th-birthday/> Learn more about our birthday specials Enjoy a discounted HSM membership! For our birthday weekend, HSM is offering discounted new memberships and gift memberships for $19-it's our 190th special! HSM members receive exclusive lectures; discounted pricing on conferences, educational programs, bus tours, magazines, and more; and enhanced communication with local historical organizations throughout Michigan via our free membership publication, Chronicle, and other online platforms. <http://hsmichigan.org/join/happy-190th-birthday/> Become a member for $19 1908 The Model T Ford, and HSM's 80th birthday! In 1908, Henry Ford manufactured his first Model T. HSM was then a sprightly 80 years old. Today, we still drive awareness of Michigan history without any state government funding. <http://hsmichigan.org/join/happy-190th-birthday/> Learn more about HSM and our birthday specials Receive the Barcus Historic Michigan Map! For our map enthusiasts, we're offering a special donation package for our birthday weekend. For donations of $190, you can receive a 24 inch by 24 inch laminated or non-laminated version of the Barcus Map detailing several unique historical sites in Michigan. <http://hsmichigan.org/join/happy-190th-birthday/> Donate $190 and receive your Barcus Map 1828 Michigan Territory establishes Territorial Capitol, HSM's first birthday In the same year we were founded, the territory of Michigan (not yet a state) built the Territorial Capitol building in Detroit for a cost of $24,500. It takes a lot more than that these days for the Historical Society of Michigan to keep the state's history alive through its Michigan History magazine and statewide history conferences. <http://hsmichigan.org/join/happy-190th-birthday/> Learn more about HSM's history and birthday specials _____ _____ 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 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.

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Internet acceptable use policies
by Oscoda County Library 21 Jun '18

21 Jun '18

Good afternoon: I am in the process of updating our acceptable use policy for patrons and am hoping some of you would be willing to share your policies with me. Do any of you have an computer and/or Internet acceptable use policy for staff you would be willing to share? Thanks in advance! Amy -- Amy Knepp, Director Oscoda County Library 430 W. Eighth Street Mio, MI 48647 TEL: 989-826-3613 TAX: 989-826-5461 http://www.oscoda.lib.mi.us

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Mel Packing Supplies
by Julie Herringa 21 Jun '18

21 Jun '18

Manistee County Library is in need of Mel packing supplies. If you have some to spare, it would be greatly appreciated! Manistee County Library ZV212, Main Branch, Manistee, MI 49660 Thank you, Julie Herringa Assistant Director Manistee County Library jherringa(a)manisteelibrary.org (231)723-2519 Ext 0010

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MCLS soft skills courses
by Jan Davidson 20 Jun '18

20 Jun '18

All five new soft skills courses offered by MCLS have filled up in record time! We are so pleased that library staff seem to be agreeing with us that these will be valuable workshops, and the benefit to our members we were hoping they would be. Please note that if you are interested in earning the Certificate of Library Development in Soft Skills, you have three years from your first course to complete all five courses, so if you were only able to sign up for one or two this first offering, you have plenty of time to take the others later. We are planning to offer all of these courses again in the future, so stay tuned for new opportunities. We will send out information on the lists and on our website (https://store.mcls.org/) when new dates are scheduled and added. Thanks so much for your interest! ********************** Jan Davidson Administrative Assistant, Member Engagement & Training Coordinator Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Phone: 517-492-3811 / toll-free 800-530-9019 x111 davidsonj(a)mcls.org<mailto:davidsonj@mcls.org> Check out the MCLS Training Calendar at: https://store.mcls.org/

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book kit bags
by Marika Zemke 20 Jun '18

20 Jun '18

Hi, I'm looking for recommendations of bags to be used for book kits. What do you like best about the bags that you bought, or what you didn't like. Where you purchased etc. Thanks in advance, Marika -- Marika Zemke - Adult Services Manager Commerce Township Community Library 180 East Commerce Commerce Township, MI 48382 Direct Line 248-438-8163 Fax 248-387-6236 mzemke(a)commercelibrary.info -- The information contained in this electronic message is intended only for the use of the designated recipient(s). If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, use, dissemination, forwarding or copying of this message is strictly prohibited, and we request that you delete the original message and all attachments.

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[Job Opportunity] Circulation Clerical Assistant
by BTPL Careers 20 Jun '18

20 Jun '18

Greetings-- We have a job opportunity at Bloomfield Township Public Library for a Circulation Clerical Assistant. Please see the attached description or our website for more information: https://btpl.org/about-us/employment-volunteer/ Best Regards, Linden Godlove Administrative Assistant Bloomfield Township Public Library

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Eliminating Fines
by Pam Seabolt 20 Jun '18

20 Jun '18

MCLS Third Thursday Twitter Chat Eliminating Fines Join us tomorrow, Thursday, June 21, at 2pm Eastern (1pm Central) for our Third Thursday Twitter Chat. Our special guests will be Ruth Frasur, former Director of the Hagerstown-Jefferson Township Public Library in Indiana and Kimberly Feltner, Director of Public Services with the Branch District Library in Michigan. Ruth and Kimberly will chat with us about how their libraries eliminated fines and answer questions about the process. 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 May chat on Digital Privacy Literacy? We archived<https://twitter.com/mclsorg/timelines/997190808792166400> 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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Adult Program recommendation for Rick Broida
by Patricia Braden 20 Jun '18

20 Jun '18

We had a great low-cost adult program called 7 Ways to Save Money Online with Rick "the cheapskate" Broida. In his program, Rick describes websites and other online tools you can use to save when shopping online. I highly recommend it. Patty Patty Braden, Director Romulus Public Library 11121 Wayne Road Romulus, MI 48174 734-942-7589 www.romuluslibrary.org

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