November 2019 - Michlib-l

Re: [Michlib-l] German Novels
by Valerie Meyerson 21 Nov '19

21 Nov '19

German novels will be sent to Sterling Heights! Thank you. From: Valerie Meyerson Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2019 12:29 PM To: 'michlib-l(a)mcls.org' <michlib-l(a)mcls.org> Subject: German Novels Hello librarians - I have a patron that has a box or so of novels written in German. She would like to donate them, but we do not have a foreign language collection. I am wondering if anyone else would like them? Valerie Meyerson, Library Director Petoskey District Library [jpg Blue Small] Please think about the environment prior to printing this email.

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Re: [Michlib-l] Receipt printers
by Reed, Nyama 21 Nov '19

21 Nov '19

Hello Kat, In our system (Milwaukee County, WI) we use the STAR TSP654II USB Thermal receipt Printer which this year cost $245.62 each. Our system was able to program the "you saved $" message, but I'm not sure if that is a function of the printer and/or the ILS. While you are looking at receipt printers, please also consider getting the phenol-free receipt paper. Many people do not know this is an issue and the regular paper contains phenol neurotoxins. Phenol-free is a little more expensive but we thought worth the price to protect patrons and staff. Patrons may only get one receipt from us, but staff are handling that paper ALL THE TIME! I now refuse receipts at most stores too unless it's an item I may want to return. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Here is a link and the text from a recent news article on the change at our area libraries. https://www.tmj4.com/news/local-news/shorewood-public-library-other-branche… Libraries in Milwaukee County are taking a big step to get rid of toxic paper that could hurt your health. The idea to switch the receipt paper came from Meenal Atre, a regular at the Shorewood Public Library. "My goal was to just have the Shorewood Library make that decision and switch to phenol-free paper," said Atre. "The conventional receipts have a chemical in them called bisphenol, which is considered an endocrine disrupter." These are also known as chemicals that can interfere with hormones. Some scientists believe those chemicals can cause cancer if someone is repeatedly exposed. A recent study from the Ecology Center's Healthy Stuff Program found more than 200 receipts from 150 businesses tested positive for the chemical. "It's in almost all of the receipts," said Atre. Rachel Collins, the Shorewood Library director, said the switch to phenol-free receipts costs them about $135 more per year. "It never crossed my mind that there could be toxins or anything wrong with our receipts," said Collins. She was on board right away. "It was a no-brainer that we didn't want our staff working with this or the public, but the staff in particular with these eight-hour shifts, five-hour shifts of touching this paper again and again," said Collins. Collins brought the idea to the Milwaukee County Federated Library System. Most branches switched to phenol-free receipts. Others are in the process. "I love the fact that it was really started with one person who is really driven," said Collins. Atre had no idea her idea would take off like this. "It is possible to start small and make a small difference that can have big impact," said Atre. "You just have to go with it." Going phenol-free is also safer for the environment. Sincerely, Nyama Nyama Y. Reed Library Director N.Reed(a)WFBLibrary.org 414-755-6551 (direct line) Whitefish Bay Public Library 5420 North Marlborough Drive Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 414-964-4380 (main line) Our Mission The Whitefish Bay Public Library, as a cornerstone of the community, is dedicated to connecting people of all ages, inspiring a love of learning and providing easy access to ideas, information and resources. *Please be advised electronic mail becomes a "public record" as allowed under public record laws when sent or received as part of normal business processes. Message: 2 Date: Wed, 20 Nov 2019 14:06:53 -0500 From: Kat Boyer <librarykat.15(a)gmail.com> To: Michlib-l <michlib-l(a)mcls.org> Subject: [Michlib-l] Receipt printers Hello everyone, Does anyone have suggestions for receipt printers? Especially ones that allow you to program them to tell patrons how much they "saved" by using the library? I got some grant money to be able to purchase them. Kat Boyer Director Benton Harbor Public Library 213 E Wall St. Benton Harbor, MI 49022

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Dexter - position open
by Paul McCann 21 Nov '19

21 Nov '19

Greetings everyone, Due to family relocation, the Dexter District Library has an open position. We are seeking an entry level Part Time Adult Reference Librarian to provide excellent customer service to our community of 20,000 residents. If you are interested in adding your talents to our staff, please review the attached or visit out website at http://dexter.lib.mi.us/about/employment/. Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Please excuse the cross-posting. Best regards, Paul McCann -- Paul McCann Dexter District Library Library Director 3255 Alpine St. Phone: 734-426-4477 Dexter, MI 48130 Fax: 734-426-1217 www.dexter.lib.mi.us

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 21 Nov '19

21 Nov '19

ALSC Championing Children's Services Toolkit<http://www.ala.org/everyday-advocacy/speak-out/alsc-championing-childrens-s…> The concept of the Championing Children's Services Toolkit was developed by the 2016-2018 Chair of ALSC's Public Awareness Committee, Christy Estrovitz. Inspiration came from the fourth Advocacy objective of ALSC's Strategic Plan (2017-2020), which calls for an, "increase [in] targeted messaging to the wider library profession and the public about the expertise of ALSC and our members to demonstrate the purpose and value of strong and meaningful children's librarianship by September 2019." After receiving approval for the project from the ALSC Board, the Public Awareness Committee began working on the toolkit in September 2017. Under co-chairs Skye Corey and Mary Schreiber, the committee continued the work started by Estrovitz, completing the toolkit in June 2019. The Championing Children's Services Toolkit encompasses a variety of easy to use advocacy resources to empower Children's staff to engage their communities to build healthy successful futures for children. Nominations open for 2020 Lemony Snicket Prize for Noble Librarians Faced with Adversity<http://www.ala.org/tools/lemony-snicket-prize-application> Librarians face adversity every day, whether they are defending a challenged book, responding to collection and building damage after floods and fires, remaining open as a safe space during civil unrest, or fighting to provide services on a limited budget. If you know a librarian who has gone above and beyond the normal requirements of librarianship to stand up in the face of adversity with dignity and honor, please consider giving that person some much needed recognition by nominating them for the 2020 Lemony Snicket Prize for Noble Librarians Faced with Adversity. ALA is currently accepting nominations through Monday, Feb. 3, 2020 for this award. The prize consists of $10,000 along with an odd, symbolic object from Snicket's private stash, and a certificate. The nominee must be a librarian. To nominate a librarian: http://www.ala.org/tools/lemony-snicket-prize-application. YALSA Updates 2019 Teens' Top Ten Official Titles The 2019 Teens' Top Ten<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/teenstopten> titles were announced last month. Download the full list<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/teenstopten> with annotations now and share them with your teen patrons. Have your teens read a good book recently? They can submit<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/public-nomination-form> it to be considered as a nominee for the 2020 Teens' Top Ten. Teens First: Basic Learning Outcomes Guide Setting specific, practical learning goals for your teen program is important to ensure quality learning for teens. Our free basic learning outcomes resource<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/sites/ala.org.yalsa/files/content/Teens%20First_%2…> makes it easy for you to identify and set them. View<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/sites/ala.org.yalsa/files/content/Teens%20First_%2…> the quick, one-page guide now. Need additional guidance? Check out our Teen Programming Guidelines<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/teen-programming-guidelines>. Highlights from YALSA Blog: NaNoWriMo Inspiration for Teens<http://www.yalsa.ala.org/thehub/2019/11/15/nanowrimo-inspiration-for-teens/> Reaching out to Teens in Group Homes<http://yalsa.ala.org/blog/2019/11/09/2019-summer-learning-resources-grant-r…> Offsite Programming Extends Opportunities for Youth<http://yalsa.ala.org/blog/2019/11/08/2019-summer-learning-resources-grant-o…> LM Webinars *New* Starting a School Outreach Program from Scratch: What Worked, What Didn't, and Everything In Between<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/eventR…> A webinar with Clinton-Macomb Public Library's Amy Young and Brittany Wesner Wednesday, January 15, 2020 2:00 PM ET We will discuss how Clinton-Macomb Public Library went from little school outreach to developing a streamlined plan that allows us to see over 20,000 students a year. Specifically, we will focus on how developing curriculum-based, grade specific programs helped us to appeal to teachers and administrators while still attracting students to participate. These strategies can be adapted to serve communities of any size. Additionally, we will talk about the differences between curriculum-based school outreach and relationship-based school outreach as well as how to meet the need of schools from varying socioeconomic backgrounds. This webinar is recorded for participants that cannot attend live. Imagine Your Story: Ideas & Tips from the Library of Michigan's Youth Services Advisory Council<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Tuesday, January 7, 2020 2:00 PM ET Programming ideas and tips for the Collaborative Summer Library Program's 2020 summer reading program, "Imagine Your Story," will be shared from your peers in the field. This webinar is recorded for participants that cannot attend live and is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Stepping Gently Outside of Your Comfort Zone! With Jenifer Strauss<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Tuesday, January 21, 2020 2:00 PM ET So...you have been doing Storytime for years! You have a reliable plan and you have developed your own special storytime groove! That is wonderful! But...maybe it's time shake it up and try something new! In this interactive webinar, Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss will encourage you to step gently out of your comfort zone and create storytime programs with a new twist and some unique razz-a-ma-taz! Jen will be presenting innovative, "Out of the Box" ideas for storytime planning and model NEW use-right-away songs, stories and activities. In this webinar you will: * Learn how to insert cool yoga moves into your next storytime * Add more movement using oddly interactive props and games * Learn to use large group writing projects as a story time finale * Sandwich each storytime with memorable beginnings and endings beyond songs * Collaborate with community partners to offer a Pop-up Storytimes in new and different places! This webinar is recorded for participants that cannot attend live and is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Parade of Elephants: Ready to Read Michigan 2020 with Jenifer Strauss<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Thursday, February 20, 2020 2:00 PM ET In 2020, the Library of Michigan's Ready to Read Michigan program will feature the book, Parade of Elephants by Kevin Henkes. In this informative and interactive webinar, Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss will feature Parade of Elephants and then share a plethora of ideas to build a storytime for your youngest patrons using this sweet, action-filled story. In this webinar you will: * Be introduced to the book: Parade of Elephants by Kevin Henkes with several examples for how to share it with your youngest patrons and caregivers. * Include the Five Practices with Elephant songs, dances and activities! * Sing and tell other interactive songs and stories that partner well with the featured book. * Learn "Act it Out and Play Options" for the theme that include patterns, counting, colors and opposites. This webinar is recorded for participants that cannot attend live and is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Beyond Storytime: The Care and Feeding of Teens at Your Library with Jenifer Strauss<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Tuesday, March 24, 2020 2:00 PM ET "If you feed them, they might come", but food alone will not keep teens coming back to your library for more! A sense of place, belonging and strong programming will. Don your hard hats and take a journey inside the teenage brain with former sixth grade teacher, Institute on Media and the Family speaker and Storyteller, Jenifer Strauss. Find out "why they act that way" and what it takes to really connect with tweens and teens at your library. In this webinar you will: * Understand the workings of the teenage brain * Learn new programming ideas that will entice teens * Find out how to create a Teen Advocacy Group & attract teen volunteers * Discover ways to funnel teen creativity into programs that focus on contribution * Learn how to collaborate with community partners that offer what teens need This webinar is recorded for participants that cannot attend live and is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. 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/>

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MeLCat envelopes claimed
by Maureen Derenzy 21 Nov '19

21 Nov '19

Thanks for the quick response. The envelopes have a new home. Maureen From: michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] On Behalf Of Maureen Derenzy via Michlib-l Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2019 10:12 AM To: michlib-l(a)mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] MeLCat envelopes Hi, We have a couple of boxes of extra large envelopes that we can give to another library to get them back in the MeLCat circulation loop. As is Michlib custom, we'll send to the first to respond. Thanks, Maureen Maureen Derenzy, Library Director Otsego County Library 700 S. Otsego Avenue Gaylord, MI 49735 (989) 732-5841 x15 mderenzy(a)otsego.org

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HRAs
by Kay Hurd 21 Nov '19

21 Nov '19

Hello, This question is for any library that offers health insurance for a small group (under 20), and has any full time employees covered by health insurance that have turned 65 and pay for Medicare Part B (as mandated) offer a reimbursement for the cost of Medicare Part B to those employees by setting up a Section 105 Plan? If so…have you set it up in-house or do you use and outside company? Any help or advise is greatly appreciated. Kay Hurd Director Almont District Library 213 W. St. Clair P.O. Box 517 Almont, MI 48003 (810)798-3100 voice (810)798-2208 fax khurd(a)adlmi.org www.adlmi.org

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MeLCat envelopes
by Maureen Derenzy 21 Nov '19

21 Nov '19

Hi, We have a couple of boxes of extra large envelopes that we can give to another library to get them back in the MeLCat circulation loop. As is Michlib custom, we'll send to the first to respond. Thanks, Maureen Maureen Derenzy, Library Director Otsego County Library 700 S. Otsego Avenue Gaylord, MI 49735 (989) 732-5841 x15 mderenzy(a)otsego.org

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National Friends of Libraries Week Award applications due Dec. 4
by White, Shannon (MDE) 21 Nov '19

21 Nov '19

Don't forget that applications for the United for Libraries award listed below are due December 4. Shannon Library of Michigan From: statefriends-request(a)lists.ala.org <statefriends-request(a)lists.ala.org> On Behalf Of United for Libraries Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2019 3:12 PM To: friends(a)lists.ala.org; statefriends(a)lists.ala.org Subject: [State Friends] National Friends of Libraries Week Award applications due Dec. 4 The National Friends of Libraries Week Awards encourage Friends of the Library groups to celebrate and promote their groups within the community. Each year, United for Libraries awards two Friends groups $250 each in honor of their celebrations during the week (Oct. 20-26, 2019). Application information can be viewed at www.ala.org/united/grants_awards/friends/friendsweek<http://www.ala.org/united/grants_awards/friends/friendsweek> and applications will be accepted through Dec. 4. For more information on National Friends of Libraries Week, visit www.ala.org/united/events_conferences/folweek<http://www.ala.org/united/events_conferences/folweek>. United for Libraries The Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations A division of the American Library Association 312-280-2161 www.ala.org/united<http://www.ala.org/united>

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MeL Minute: MeL eResource and MeLCat Stats update
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 21 Nov '19

21 Nov '19

[cid:image002.png@01D5A04D.9AA97360]Last year was very busy for MeL! With a slate of new eResources<https://mel.org/az.php> and the continued high use of MeLCat<https://mel.org/welcome>, we have definitely been hopping. The top 10 most popular eResources in the past year reflect a range of needs from the library and education communities. World Book Kids was consistently the most heavily used eResource, except for when school was out for the summer. AtoZDatabases, one of MeL's newer eResources, has become a favorite and is also heavily used. With the re-addition of NoveList Plus in the past year, NoveList, ever popular, has become even more so now that users have the ability to look for reading recommendations for all ages. Top 10 eResources Used in FY2019 World Book Kids<https://www.worldbookonline.com/kids/home?subacct=O6106> (PreK-5th grade) AtoZ Databases<http://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=at…>* (Business & Resident Directory information) NoveList Plus<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…>* (Reading recommendations) NoveList Plus K-8<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> (Youth reading recommendations) Academic Search Complete<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…>* (Comprehensive, multi-disciplinary scholarly research articles) Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints<http://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=ov…> (Different views on contemporary issues to help students develop critical thinking skills) Britannica School Elementary<http://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=eb…> (3rd - 4th grades) Britannica School Middle<http://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=eb…> (5th - 7th grades) World Book Early Learning<https://worldbookonline.com/ewol/home?subacct=O6106> (PreK-3rd grade) eBook Collection<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> (all ages) *New eResource in 2019 MeLCat MeLCat continues to be tremendously popular with libraries and residents. Over 47.8 million items were available in the MeLCat catalog in FY2019. Overall, the number of items loaned has steadily increased in the past 6 years. This year, over 1.1 million items were loaned out to residents all over the state. Can you guess what the busiest month was for MeLCat in the past year? January! Historically, the largest number of loans placed during the year tend to fall in January and this past year has been no exception. In 2018, 105,718 items were loaned and in January 2019, 106,622 items were loaned. The success of MeL would not be possible without LSTA funding from the Institute for Museum and Library Services<https://www.imls.gov/>, and all the countless library staff around the state who support MeL and make sure MeLCat continues to run so well. Thank you for all you do! Brought to you by Liz Breed from the MeL Team. Supporting Michigan Libraries by Putting You First. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for the next MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, 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. MeL eResources are available to Michigan residents or for Michigan library or school access only. #IMLSGrant Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 517-335-1498 Norriss2(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Norriss2@michigan.gov> https://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan https://mel.org<https://mel.org/> http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/> [cid:image003.jpg@01D5A04D.9AA97360] Family Matters is an outreach effort to equip families of children with disabilities by offering free information and resources. Visit Family Matters<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…>, call OSE Information Line at 888-320-8384 or Email: mde-ose(a)michigan.gov<mailto:mde-ose@michigan.gov>.

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Behavior Standards, Soft Skills and holding staff accountable to these
by Andrea Ingmire 20 Nov '19

20 Nov '19

Hi collective mind! We've been talking a lot of late about effective soft skills and how to hold staff accountable to them. Part of this conversation has involved a consultant who drafted for us behavior standards. The small group sessions that were used to create these standards were wonderful and much good information came out of them. But, the behavior standards fell a bit flat. It ended up feeling condescending to staff (and much like the guidelines at my daughters elementary school.) In our staff conversations we discussed the soft skill section of our job descriptions. Every job description at the library has one section that is exactly the same for all staff. It covers 'soft skills' such as: Customer Service, Teamwork, Communication, Adaptability, and Image. As we discussed these soft skills and the behavior standard draft we decided that melding the two into one document would make the most sense. As a result we're looking to re-write this section of the job description. I believe that soft skills are some of the most important skills effective employees can possess, and want to keep this section in our job descriptions. But, I have not doubt that some serious re-working is necessary. Anyone have a document covering soft skills/behavior standards that you use at your library? Thanks! 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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