November 2019 - Michlib-l

Special QSAC Congratulations!
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 06 Nov '19

06 Nov '19

Greetings! The Library of Michigan congratulates the Capital Area District Library for achieving one of only two current Excellent levels. The following libraries have recently received certification or renewed their status. Excellent Level Capital Area District Library, Scott Duimstra-Director, https://www.cadl.org/. If you would like to learn more about the Library of Michigan's Quality Services Audit Checklist, QSAC, program, visit www.michigan.gov/qsac<http://www.michigan.gov/qsac> where you can find information on how to submit a QSAC application as well as other resources to help your library achieve the measures outlined in each level of service. QSAC measures AND certifications are on a three-year update and renewal schedule to ensure the measures and libraries stay on top of quality service. The Library of Michigan works with volunteer librarians every three years to revise the measures based on participating libraries' experiences and new trends in library services, programs and technology. It is our goal that QSAC measures will continue to provide direction and support for libraries as they look to both improve their services and justify their services to funders. If you have any questions regarding QSAC, please do not hesitate to contact me! Evette Atkin Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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Flint Public Library Millage and Bond both pass!
by Kay Schwartz 06 Nov '19

06 Nov '19

Hi, everyone, So happy to report that our millage renewal passed with 74% Yes and the bond proposal with 68% Yes. Onward to the renovation project! If you haven't seen it, check it out at YourNewFPL.org. (OPN Architects of Cedar Rapids, IA are fantastic!) Kay ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Kay Schwartz Flint Public Library Work 810.249.2038 Cell 810.275.4642

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New Documents for October, 2019
by Bruce Sarjeant 06 Nov '19

06 Nov '19

Hello. A new list of documents has been posted to the GODORT of Michigan wiki. Of note for this month: 2019-2020 Winter Energy Market Assessment 2019-2020. The state of homelessness in America. October 2019 Read by Grade Three Guide. [Michigan Department of Education.] An Assessment of the Great Lakes States’ Implementation of the Water Management and Conservation Provisions of the Great Lakes – St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact. Environmental injustice: exploring inequities in air and water quality in Michigan. http://godortmi.pbworks.com/w/page/136750929/October%202019%20New%20Documen… -- Bruce Sarjeant Reference, Documents & Maps Librarian Lydia Olson Library Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave Marquette, MI 49855 (906) 227-1580 bsarjean(a)nmu.edu

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Garden City Library Millage passes!
by James Lenze 06 Nov '19

06 Nov '19

I am happy to report that, due in a large part to the excellence and commitment of my staff, the residents of Garden City passed our Library Millage request! Yes: 55.6% No: 44.4% The request was for 1.0 mills for 10 years for the design and construction of a new library building (and all other legal library purposes). James B Lenze, Library Director

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looking for cabinets
by lynette＠uproc.lib.mi.us 06 Nov '19

06 Nov '19

Hi, We are looking for some extra cabinets similar to those shown below for our new LHRR. We have more vertical files than we do cabinets and would love to reuse older cabinets, if possible, as opposed to buying new. See attached photo. If you do have some for sale or for free, please email Samantha Ashby at sashby(a)uproc.lib.mi.us or call at 906-226-4309. Thanks, Sam -- Samantha Ashby Adult Services Department Head Peter White Public Library 217 N. Front St. Marquette, MI 49855 906.226.4309

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Re: [Michlib-l] Garden City Library Millage passes!
by Ishwar Laxminarayan 06 Nov '19

06 Nov '19

Congratulations James! Take a bow, then a break, and then have fun with what comes next! Ishwar > On Nov 6, 2019, at 4:46 AM, James Lenze via Michlib-l <michlib-l(a)mcls.org> wrote: >

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Job posting: Systems Librarian, US Army, Sembach, Germany
by Carla Smith 06 Nov '19

06 Nov '19

Position: Systems Librarian Location: Sembach, Germany US Army Installation Management Command Posting close date: March 8, 2018 Link to job posting: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/491997900

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Sound Booth Policies
by Andrea Ingmire 05 Nov '19

05 Nov '19

Hi all, We are super excited to be partnering with the Superiorland Library Cooperative to host a sound booth here at PWPL. Initially this sound booth will be used to record UP books for the library for the blind, but long-term we want to be able to open this up to folks who want to record local histories, podcasts, music or whatever. If you have a sound booth policy (or something similar) I'd love to not re-create the wheel. Also, if you have any experience based tips on how to manage this type of equipment, we're all ears! Thanks so much. Andrea ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ *Andrea IngmireLibrary DirectorPeter White Public Library* (906) 226-4303 (office) (906) 250-0080 (cell) (906) 226-1783 (fax) *http://pwpl.info/ <http://pwpl.info/>*

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Webinars on Tuesday afternoons
by Cynthia Hix 05 Nov '19

05 Nov '19

Hi, Cathy, I was wondering if the webinars are recorded anywhere that are on Tuesday afternoons. I work a split on Tuesdays and have other things going in the afternoons, but would love to watch the webinars. Let me know if there is anything I can do. Thank you! Cindy Hix Bridgeport Public Library 3399 Williamson Rd Saginaw, MI 48601 (989) 777-6030

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Do you love history?
by Eric Magness-Eubank 05 Nov '19

05 Nov '19

Do you enjoy working with people? Do you like working with technology in new and innovative ways? Do archives inspire the thrill of discovery in you? If so, we have the job for you. We're looking for someone to put the "Special" into "Special Collections." The Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library is seeking a new Head of Special Collections. We maintain archives in the areas of the history of Alpena and Northeast Michigan, genealogy, and Great Lakes Maritime History, including managing the archives of the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary. We have among the best collections in maritime history in the world, including maintaining one of the best digital archives of 19th Century Great Lakes sailing vessels. Our clientele is international in scope and we serve a wide range of professional and amateur historians, archaeologists, graduate students, as well as individuals from all walks of life. We pride ourselves on providing great service to our community of users. We believe in actively using our collections and resources to create an awareness of the history of our region. To that end, we are actively digitizing our holdings, using our collections to create interpretive content, such as smartphone-based historical walking tours, using augmented reality in displays, creating a local history lecture series, hosting cemetery tours and similar projects. We will even tweet close to a 100,000 times to digitize newspapers. We regularly partner with regional institutions in joint projects, and often assist with economic development and tourism to make use of our holdings to benefit our community in as many ways as possible. In 2016, the Historical Society of Michigan awarded our Special Collections the State History Award for Institutions for our valuable contributions in making the history of our region come alive. We would like to hire someone who has experience working in an archive; knows about Michigan history and maritime culture; has a degree in archival studies or marine archaeology or a related field. Having experience with digitization projects, oral history projects and making public presentations is desirable. You should also have a willingness to try new ideas and have fun doing so. To apply, submit resume and cover letter to Eric Magness-Eubank, Library Director. Electronic submissions to <mailto:emeacl@alpenalibrary.org> emeacl(a)alpenalibrary.org are welcome. For more information see the Library's online posting at https://www.alpenalibrary.org/employmentopportunities Eric Magness-Eubank Library Director Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library emeacl(a)alpenalibrary.org 989.356.6188 ex 11

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