November 2019 - Michlib-l

MeL.org back up and running
by Megan Dudek 15 Nov '19

15 Nov '19

Hi all – MeL.org is back up and running. If you have any questions or issues, please don’t hesitate to contact melcathelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:melcathelp@mcls.org> or meldatabaseshelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:meldatabaseshelp@mcls.org> Thanks, Megan Megan Dudek MeLCat Training & MeL Support Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) (800) 530-9019 ext 153 [acebook]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [witter] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [cid:image003.png@01D59BA4.E06ED780] <http://www.mcls.org/> From: <michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org> on behalf of Megan Dudek via Michlib-l <michlib-l(a)mcls.org> Reply-To: Megan Dudek <dudekm(a)mcls.org> Date: Friday, November 15, 2019 at 10:45 AM To: "melcatlist(a)mcls.org" <melcatlist(a)mcls.org>, "meleresourceslist(a)mcls.org" <meleresourceslist(a)mcls.org>, "michlib-l(a)mcls.org" <michlib-l(a)mcls.org> Subject: [Michlib-l] MeL.org currently unavailable Hi all – MeL.org is currently down. I will send a message when it is back up. Thanks, Megan Megan Dudek MeLCat Training & MeL Support Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) (800) 530-9019 ext 153 [acebook]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [witter] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [cid:image006.png@01D59BA4.E06ED780] <http://www.mcls.org/>

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Packing tape
by Julie Censke 15 Nov '19

15 Nov '19

Hey Y'all, I ordered a new brand of packing tape, Duck Brand EZ Start Packing Tape, and I have to tell you, its life-changing. Gone are the loud taping noises while staff are packing up ILL items. It's so quiet! Happy Friday, Julie Censke Colon Township Library [cid:0c500c82-5c0f-4f72-9afa-5c90c44ea7ba]

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Re: [Michlib-l] nut-free libraries
by Reed, Nyama 15 Nov '19

15 Nov '19

Hello Melissa, I encountered a similar complaint a couple years ago - plus I am allergic to peanuts and many other foods and live with this on a daily basis. I looked into library policies on it quite a bit and settled on no policy or signage. My feedback to the patron was: 1) Schools are able to be nut-free bc they are a controlled environment. They control who comes in and what is eaten. 2) A public library is not a controlled environment. 3) We could put up signs and set a policy, but people will ignore them. Ex. Someone may sneak into a corner to eat a PB&J sandwich. Or may eat it before coming in and then touch the doorknob with the peanut butter oils. 4) The presence of signage and a policy may give people living with nut allergies a false sense of safety in the library. 5) As a person who lives with food allergies I have to be hypervigilant in all environments for my own safety and it is best if families remain hypervigilant too. I expressed great concern for the grandmother and her granddaughter and stated that I live with it too, so I empathize with the fear and concern for her child. Alas, we cannot guarantee a safe environment even with signage or policy. 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. Today's Topics: 1. nut-free libraries (Melissa Malcolm) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Mon, 11 Nov 2019 09:46:27 -0500 From: Melissa Malcolm <melissa(a)lib.lapeer.org> To: Michlib-l <michlib-l(a)mcls.org> Subject: [Michlib-l] nut-free libraries Message-ID: <CAChhsn6LLO983ZqCwZnzzaCUaX=naUfFs9Hdjyz8NJUyLZm9Tw(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" Hi all-- Happy snowy Monday! The library had a complaint on Saturday about our not being peanut-free. I know that schools have those policies but had not heard of libraries having them. I did find a couple of public libraries outside of Michigan with a notice that the library is nut-free, and one with a policy. Is there a Michigan library with a policy, and what do the procedures look like for enforcing it? Do staff members need to make sure that their lunches and snacks do not contain peanuts, almonds, etc? Thanks for any advice! melissa -- Melissa A. Malcolm Library Director Lapeer District Library 201 Village West Dr S Lapeer, MI 48446 melissa(a)lib.lapeer.org www.library.lapeer.org 810.664.9521 <callto:810.664.9521> ext. 3113 "If liberty and justice mean anything, then access means everything." -- Charles Ogletree

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Biblionix's Apollo
by Rachael Wiegmann 15 Nov '19

15 Nov '19

Hello everyone! We are looking to switch our I.L.S. provider. Biblionix's Apollo is the top contender and I was wondering if any other libraries use them? How is your customer service experience with them? Could you please send me pros and cons off list? Thank you so much for your time and help. Sincerely, Rachael A. Wiegmann Head of Reference Comstock Township Library

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 15 Nov '19

15 Nov '19

In the News... "1619 Project" Poised To Reframe Teaching of Slavery. Here's How Educators Are Using the Information, Curriculum<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmediasourc…> By Christina Joseph The New York Times Magazine's 1619 Project and companion curriculum is being used by teachers to change the narrative of American history lessons in the classroom. (SLJ, 10/24/19) University of Maryland is currently conducting research on Computational Thinking (CT) programming for youth ages 11-18 in libraries and other informal learning spaces such as community centers. We are working to develop a bank of assessment tools that can be used to measure the success of CT programming. If you have hosted a CT program at your institution or are planning to offer a program in the near future, University of Maryland would like to interview you to learn more about your experiences in CT programming and what CT assessment tools we can create to enhance the impact of your programs. You can find more information about this project at https://impact.ischool.umd.edu/<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimpact.is…>. If you would like to sign up for a virtual interview, please complete the form found here<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle…>. All participants will receive $25 Amazon gift card for participating. Have questions? Contact the research team at impact(a)umd.edu<mailto:impact@umd.edu>. Arts and Humanities Touring Grant application opening November 15th Michigan nonprofits can apply for funding through the Arts and Humanities Touring Grant, a partnership between Michigan Humanities and Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, beginning on November 15th. Grants for up to 40% of the cost to contract with a Michigan based artist listed in the Arts and Humanities Touring Directory are available. Grants are awarded on an as received basis until funds for each application window are expended. The maximum award per application is $3,000. Organizations are allowed 4 grants per year with a maximum total award of $4,000 per organization. Performances can take place between December 1, 2019 and August 15, 2020. For more information please visit www.michiganhumanities.org<http://www.michiganhumanities.org> or call (517) 372-7770. Save the Date.... Starting a School Outreach Program from Scratch: What Worked, What Didn't, and Everything In Between A webinar with Clinton-Macomb Public Library's Amy Young and Brittany Wesner Wednesday, January 15 2:00 PM 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. Summer Reading 2020 All 2020 Manuals, art & the online shopping is now available to public libraries in Michigan at www.cslpreads.org<http://www.cslpreads.org> and is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Webinar: 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. Best Storytime Practices: an interactive webinar series with Jenifer Strauss 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. More Continuing Education SUPPORTING STEM EDUCATION WITH DIGITAL TOOLS December 10, 2019 at 4:00 pm EST https://www.eventbrite.com/e/webinar-supporting-stem-education-with-digital…<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.event…> Educating students in STEM areas not only prepares them for successful careers and advanced technical studies, but also for life, by teaching how to think critically and analytically through collaborative, hands-on, problem-solving, and project-based approaches. Technology and media play an important role in effective STEM education. Students engage in STEM learning in many ways and through an array of different digital tools that provide authentic experiences. Digital tools may include, but are not limited to, digital videos, audio, graphics, games, online assessments, scientific datasets, virtual manipulatives and simulations, and other forms of media. Students learn concepts through these interactive digital resources, all of which enrich student learning by enabling them to comprehend, visualize, and explain difficult concepts. This webinar will focus on how librarians can provide learning experiences in the STEM areas through both formal and informal instruction with digital tools. Details, registration, and additional webinars here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/university-of-michigan-school-of-information-a…<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.event…> A link to the recording will be sent to all registrants within 48 hours of each event and posted at https://webinars.sites.uofmhosting.net/archived-webinars/<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwebinars.…> The Cutting Edge Librarianship Webinar Series is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and is a project of the University of Michigan School of Information and the Library of Michigan. Project READY (Reimagining Equity and Access for Diverse Youth) online racial equity curriculum is live and accessible at http://ready.web.unc.edu/. In 2016, The School of Information and Library Science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the School of Library and Information Sciences at North Carolina Central University, and the Wake County (NC) Public School System (WCPSS) were awarded a three-year Continuing Education Project grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to develop Project READY to address this existing gap in professional development opportunities for youth services library staff. The curriculum aims to: * introduce youth services library staff to research in areas such as race and racism, critical theory, and culturally responsive or sustaining pedagogy. * establish a shared understanding of foundational concepts and issues related to race, racism, and racial equity. * encourage self-reflection related to race and racial identity for both BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) and white library staff in public and school libraries. * amplify the work of practitioners and scholars who are providing inclusive and culturally responsive services for youth of color and Indigenous youth. * provide concrete strategies for creating and/or improving library programs and services for Black youth, Indigenous youth, and children and teens of color. The curriculum consists of 27 modules, designed to be worked through by individuals or small groups. Modules are organized into three sequential sections. The first section (Foundations) focuses on basic concepts and issues that are fundamental to understanding race and racism and their impact on library services. The second section (Transforming Practice) explores how these foundational concepts relate to and can be applied in library environments. Finally, the third section (Continuing the Journey) explores how library professionals can sustain racial equity work and grow personally and professionally in this area after completing the curriculum. The curriculum represents the work of 40 researchers, practitioners, administrators, and policymakers, and youth from a variety of racial and cultural backgrounds. It is grounded in the work of scholars of color and Indigenous scholars who have thought and written about issues related to institutional and individual racism, equity, inclusion, and social justice. Have a fantastic weekend, 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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Thanks for all the good wishes for Flint
by Kay Schwartz 14 Nov '19

14 Nov '19

THANKS SO MUCH to everyone who has wished us well on our library renovation project after the great result on our millage and bond. We'll keep you up to date as we proceed! Check YourNewFPL.org for updates as they happen. Kay and FPL team ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Kay Schwartz Flint Public Library Work 810.249.2038 Cell 810.275.4642

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Anyone checking out devices to patrons?
by Donna Olson 14 Nov '19

14 Nov '19

Hi all! Please PM if you are checking out devices, for patron home use. I would like to hear about your experience, policy /procedures and if you are requiring a signed waiver. Thanks all! Donna

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Free Webinar: Celebrate Native American Heritage Month: What's New Since 1492?
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 14 Nov '19

14 Nov '19

What: Celebrate Native American Heritage Month: What's New Since 1492? When: November 20, 2019, 2:00 Eastern Register for this webinar<https://nnlm.gov/class/celebrate-native-american-heritage-month-whats-new-1…>. Join us in observing Native American Heritage Month with a presentation by Eugene Fracek, member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe in South Dakota and a cultural ambassador who teaches people of all ages about American Indian Tribes. Eugene Fracek served as the Director of Indian Education for the South Dakota Department of Education for a decade, followed by two decades of employment in the Des Moines Public School system, where he retired as an elementary school principle in 2011. Since retirement, Mr. Fracek teaches at Simpson College in Indianola, Iowa and as an American Indian storyteller for CultureAll. In this one-hour webinar, Mr. Fracek will present an overview and perspective of the history, cultural values and behaviors, and legal issues impacting American Indian Tribes and members of those Tribes. Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.335.1495

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Merlin Basic Desktop Magnifier and BigKeys LX keyboard free for pick up
by Kristin Keyes 14 Nov '19

14 Nov '19

Good evening, Bradner LIbrary at Schoolcraft College in Livonia has a BigKeys LX keyboard and a Merlin Basic Desktop Magnifier available free to anyone who can come and pick them up. If you are interested in either of these items, please contact Kristin Keyes at kkeyes(a)schoolcraft.edu. Thank you, Kristin Keyes Reference Librarian Bradner Library, L151 Schoolcraft College 734-462-4400 x5315 kkeyes(a)schoolcraft.edu

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To share on the listserv
by Jennifer Rupp 14 Nov '19

14 Nov '19

Thank you!! Jennifer Jennifer Rupp Director of Federal and State grants Michigan Humanities 119 Pere Marquette Suite 3B Lansing, MI. 48912 (517) 372-7770 x27 www.michiganhumanities.org<http://www.michiganhumanities.org>

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