August 2018 - Michlib-l

fashion designers needed
by Lisa Waskin 25 Aug '18

25 Aug '18

Don't know what to do with all those leftover tax forms? How about old VHS tapes? Or the bags full of paperback romance novels that get donated every month to the library? Well we do! Please join us at this year's MLA Conference lunch on Thursday, October 18th, where we will present our Style in the Stacks show. Watch fellow librarians become divas of the catwalk as they model their library material creations. Feeling a little creative yourself? Please consider entering your own library fashion styles - made of library materials - and fulfill those runway dreams. For inspiration, please see the following videos which were the inspiration for this special event. Our host emcee will be none other than Scott Duimstra, Executive Director from CADL. So come join the fun, strut your stuff, and get your design on. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q3sW7RR1_ok https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLJyhq4egJ8 Rules and Guidelines are available on the MLA Conference page, or contact Leanne Sandoval at lsandoval(a)milibraries.org <mailto:lsandoval@milibraries.org> for moe information or with any questions. Thank you, Lisa Lisa Waskin, Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Ph. (906) 632-9331 Fax (906) 635-0210 lisaw(a)uproc.lib.mi.us <mailto:lisaw@uproc.lib.mi.us>

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Job Posting - Resource Sharing and Access Services Librarian, Marygrove College
by Mary Kickham-Samy 24 Aug '18

24 Aug '18

Marygrove College is seeking a Resource Sharing and Access Services Librarian in the Nancy A. McDonough Geschke Library. Review of Applications begins September 24, 2018. SUMMARY The librarian in this position provides Marygrove faculty and students access to scholarly materials, maintains the library collections, and provides reference support. In addition, the Resource Sharing and Access Services Librarian carries out the responsibilities of a librarian with faculty status by participating as a faculty member in meetings, forums, and ceremonies, and serving on faculty and college committees. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Facilitates access for faculty and students to scholarly resources and research materials through the local collection of the Geschke Library and through interlibrary loan services. * Collects and maintains library statistics. * Provides reference services both face-to-face and virtually. * Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Education * An MLS/MLIS degree from an ALA-accredited institution is required. * A second MA is desirable. Work experience * Evidence of a strong commitment to customer service is required. * Work experience in an academic library is desirable. Skills and abilities * Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. * Excellent ability to work with the public. * Strong interest in acquiring new skills and learning to use new technologies. * Strong analytical and decision-making skills WORK CONDITIONS * The successful candidate may be asked to work some evenings and weekends * This position requires moving and shelving of books. Please submit your curriculum vitae, cover letter and contact information for three references to the library director at: mkickham(a)marygrove.edu<mailto:mkickham@marygrove.edu>. Also, please place the title of the position, "Resource Sharing and Access Services Librarian," in the subject line. Review of applications will begin September 24, 2018, EOE. [cid:BA5DAD59-3C3C-43C7-B548-795EC4F7A2BB@attlocal.net] Mary Kickham-Samy, PhD. Nancy A. McDonough Geschke Library, Director Marygrove College 8425 W. McNichols | Detroit, MI 48221 (313) 927-1344 Office www.marygrove.edu | mkickham(a)marygrove.edu<mailto:mkickham@marygrove.edu>

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eNews from HSM: Michigan History Conference, New Issue of Michigan History, History Skills Boot Camp, Strawberry Water, Upcoming Events
by HSM Main 24 Aug '18

24 Aug '18

cid:image002.jpg@01D0250E.A301ABF0 The Michigan History Conference is approaching.reserve your spot! The 144th Annual Meeting and Michigan History Conference will be held September 21-23, 2018, in Sturgis, Michigan. The conference offers four keynotes that cover a wide range of popular topics, including "Legends and Lore of the Great Sauk Trail," "Michiganders on the Titanic," "At the Depot: The Making of a Museum," and "Colon: Magic Capital of the World." The standard registration deadline is September 9. <http://hsmichigan.org/conferences/annual-state-history-conference/> Fill out the registration form on our website before it's too late! ATTENTION: The room block at the Hampton Inn is now full. Please contact the Holiday Inn Express (a half mile south of the Hampton across the state line) at (260) 562-3660 to reserve a room at the conference rate. The cut off for the discounted conference room rate is September 1. <http://hsmichigan.org/conferences/annual-state-history-conference/> Check out our website for more information. <https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Michigan-History-Conferen ce-online.pdf> Download the conference brochure. Homemade "Strawberry Water" Before the summer's over, try out this recipe from the 1887 edition of The Original White House Cook Book: "Take one cupful of ripe hulled berries; crush with a wooden spoon, mixing with the mass a quarter of a pound of pulverized sugar and half a pint of cold water. Pour the mixture into a fine sieve, rub through and filter till clear; add the strained juice of one lemon and one and a half pints of cold water, mix thoroughly, and set in ice-chest [refrigerator] till wanted. This makes a nice, cool drink on a warm day, and easily to be made in strawberry season." The new issue of Michigan History is here! The September/October 2018 issue of Michigan History is now available to purchase. For those who don't know, Michigan History magazine is one of HSM's publications that provides history enthusiasts with exciting stories about Michigan. Take a look inside the magazine. . Hear the Roar in '68: The Detroit Tigers' Tale . A Road Less Traveled: The Pontiac and Grand River Trail . History, She Wrote: Detroit Working Writers . Mayday in Mid-Michigan: The Crash of Flight 67 . Free story! <http://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/current-highlighted-magazi ne-story.pdf> A New Frequency: Detroit's WGPR . Thirteen Days in Shelby, Michigan . Bridging the Rifle River . Free story! <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/current-Made-in-Michig an.pdf> Profiles: Esther Van Wagoner Tufty <http://hsmichigan.org/join/michigan-history/> Subscribe to the magazine. <https://hsmichigan.org/store/back-issues/> Purchase the September/October 2018 issue. SAVE THE DATE! History Skills Boot Camp Saturday, November 3, 2018 Lansing Community College West Campus Attend a full day of workshops to hone your skills in the areas of living history, historic preservation, managing a site, and more! A full list of sessions will be available soon. cid:image001.jpg@01CF8A43.BF828E40 _____ 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 <https://hsmichigan.org/store/donate/make-a-donation/> cid:image011.jpg@01D3861A.07D4BAD0 CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: Michigan History and Chronicle! Can you remember a historic event from your childhood that always leaves you smiling? Is there a product or company made in Michigan that you believe deserves to be showcased? Have you been itching to publish your article about a niche subject in Michigan's history, but you don't know where to go? We're here to help! HSM is currently accepting submissions for both Michigan History magazine and Chronicle. <http://hsmichigan.org/publications/writers-guidelines/> Before you submit, review our writer's guidelines. All queries and manuscripts should be sent to <mailto:editor@hsmichigan.org> editor(a)hsmichigan.org. Upcoming History HoundsT Sessions: Path to Freedom: Cass County and the Underground Railroad Wednesday, September 12 with Cathy LaPointe, Underground Railroad Society of Cass County Can You Dig It? Archaeology at Fort St. Joseph Wednesday, October 10 with Michael Nassaney, Western Michigan University The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald Wednesday, November 14 with John Beck, Heritage Christian Academy <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> Check out our website for more. Upcoming Events From Our Members The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum presents "Betty Ford: First Lady, Women's Advocate, Survivor, Trailblazer," on Thursday, September 13, in Grand Rapids. The Petoskey District Library presents "Petoskey Poetry Palooza," on Saturday, September 15, in Petoskey. The Marquette Regional History Center presents "Epidemics," Wednesday, September 26, in Marquette. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/calendar/> For more calendar events, see our website! Interested in featuring an event or exhibit on HSM's online calendar and eNews? We are always looking to support our member organizations, and one of the ways we show support is in advertising your events and exhibits. Have an exhibit or event you'd like promoted? <http://www.hsmichigan.org/calendar/event-submission/> Feel free to submit your listing via our online calendar registration form here. 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. If you received this e-mail as part of your participation in the Michlib-l mailing list (listserv), please follow their removal process.

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Computer passes
by Jillian Baker 24 Aug '18

24 Aug '18

I am interested in finding out how other libraries handle computer passes for the public. When people come in wanting to use a computer and they don't have a library card, do you ask them to show their photo ID before giving them a guest pass? Do you record their name and their guest pass number? If other libraries are interested, I can compile the replies and email them to Michlib-l. Thank you, Jillian Baker Head of Adult Services, Main Library Farmington Community Library Jillian.Baker(a)FarmLib.org 248-848-4312

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Ashton (Lucas' son)
by Shirley Kasson 24 Aug '18

24 Aug '18

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FREE Mega Blocks TAKEN
by Perri Saunders 24 Aug '18

24 Aug '18

-- Perri Saunders, Director White Pigeon Township Library 102 N. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 399 White Pigeon, MI 49099 269-483-7409 *p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us <p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us> * *Brighten the corner where you are.*

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FREE Mega Blocks
by Perri Saunders 24 Aug '18

24 Aug '18

We had a large donation of Mega Blocks and would like to pass them on to another library. Mega Blocks are Lego-like blocks, but don't always fit with Legos. If you want to start a Lego Club but don't have the budget, this may be the way to start - a Mega Club! If interested, send me your RIDES code. Just FYI - The blocks will fill about 12 shoe boxes. -- Perri Saunders, Director White Pigeon Township Library 102 N. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 399 White Pigeon, MI 49099 269-483-7409 *p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us <p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us> * *Brighten the corner where you are.*

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Free Library Supplies - Taken
by Jonesville District Library 24 Aug '18

24 Aug '18

Thanks for all the responses - all of our book cards and date slips have been claimed. -Laura Orlowski, director Jonesville District Library

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Hurry, before they're gone!
by Training 24 Aug '18

24 Aug '18

Don't miss your chance for these upcoming webinars from MCLS! Legal Resources on the Internet<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/legal-resources-on-the-internet-248.html> 2 day class, Sep 4-5, 10am-12noon Eastern (9-11am Central) 4 LEUs for IN staff! Dewey Decimal Classification<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/dewey-decimal-classification-251.html> 3 day class, Sep 11-13, 10am-12noon Eastern (9-11am Central) 6 LEUs for IN staff! Assigning Library of Congress Call Numbers: Basic<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/assigning-library-of-congress-call-numbers…> 3 day class, Sep 11-13, 1:30-3:30pm Eastern (12:30-2:30pm Central) 6 LEUs for IN staff! Original Cataloging of Monographs Using RDA<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/original-cataloging-of-monographs-using-rd…> 3 day class, Sep 18-20, 10am-12noon Eastern (9-11am Central) 6 LEUs for IN staff! Remember: MCLS members receive a large discount (usually 50%) off our training workshops! Register today for these, and many other, great workshops! https://store.mcls.org/ ********************** MCLS Training Department training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org> Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St., Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 517-394-2420 x404 / toll-free 800-530-9019 x404 Check out the MCLS Training Calendar at: https://store.mcls.org/ [facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [twitter] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [square-logo-1 (002)] <http://www.mcls.org/>

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Free Library supplies
by Jonesville District Library 23 Aug '18

23 Aug '18

Hi all; I'm doing some cleaning - found a few items that someone might be able to use. Let me know if you would like any of the following: 2 packages of Due Date Sips 3+ packages of Orange-colored Reserve Book Cards (index card size) 1 box (1000 ct.) Medium Wt. Book Cards Thanks, -Laura Orlowski, director Jonesville District Library jonesville.districtlibrary(a)monroe.lib.mi.us 517-849-9701

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