March 2019 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

CONTENTdm User Group meeting registration open
by Pam Seabolt 28 Mar '19

28 Mar '19

Registration is officially open<http://click.e.oclc.org/?qs=02c9f0de3bc65a3fa53731d3ea6765adcb9449be4ce4b7a…> for the CONTENTdm User Group Meeting. We welcome all CONTENTdm users, from beginner to advanced, from any type of library or other historical institution. The conference runs August 7-8, 2019 at the Indianapolis Public Library in Indianapolis, IN. Visit our website<https://sites.google.com/view/cdmug2019/home> to register and learn more. While you’re there, we encourage you to submit a session, workshop, panel, or poster proposal. This year’s theme is “User Experience in Online Cultural Heritage Collections.” We welcome proposals from UX and accessibility experts, creators and users of digital collections, and all CONTENTdm users. We’d love to learn from you! Proposals are due April 13, 2019. We hope to see you there! Curt ===-=== Curt B. Witcher, MLS, FUGA, IGSF Manager, The Genealogy Center<http://www.genealogycenter.org/> Senior Manager, Special Collections Allen County Public Library 900 Library Plaza, Ft. Wayne, IN 46802 260.421.1226 CWitcher(a)ACPL.info<mailto:CWitcher@ACPL.info>

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MCLS Office closings
by Sue Alt 28 Mar '19

28 Mar '19

Hello all - The MCLS offices will be closing at 3:30pm on Thursday, March 27, 2019 so that staff may attend the public retirement celebration for Randy Dykhuis. Randy has been Director of MCLS for 23 years! The MCLS offices will be closing at noon on Friday, March 28, 2019 so that staff can attend our farewell party for Randy. We will be back on Monday, April 1 to answer your MCLS, MeLCat, MeL eResources, and RIDES questions. MeLCat: melcathelp(a)mcls.org RIDES: https://mcls.org/rideshelp MeL eResources: meldatabaseshelp(a)mcls.org Group Purchasing: services(a)mcls.org MCLS Training: training(a)mcls.org Thanks, Sue Sue Alt MeLCat Support and Delivery Coordinator Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 800-530-9019 ext 143 alts(a)mcls.org

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Packing Envelopes
by Julie Kintner 27 Mar '19

27 Mar '19

We have a box up for grabs if anyone is interested! -- *Julie KintnerDirectorFife Lake Public Libraryjkintner(a)tadl.org <jkintner(a)tadl.org>231.879.4101*

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Rubber bands
by Don Priest 27 Mar '19

27 Mar '19

I have 3 small boxes of excess rubber bands, free to whoever wants one. Please reply off list with your library name and RIDES code. First come, first served! Donald Priest Director Southgate Veterans Memorial Library 14680 Dix-Toledo Rd. Southgate MI 48195 734-258-3002

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Fiction Books
by Brian Johnston 27 Mar '19

27 Mar '19

Hello Everyone, Does your library sort all your fiction books by title on the shelves (after author)? Or do you separate out the series books and sort them in order by series? Thanks, Brian R. Johnston Head of Public Services Lincoln Township Public Library 2099 W. John Beers Road Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 429-9575 bjohnston(a)lincolnlib.org

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UPCOMING HISTORY HOUNDS: Votes for Women: A Century of Suffrage - April 10
by Historical Society of Michigan 27 Mar '19

27 Mar '19

cid:image002.jpg@01D3849D.922A1640 Upcoming Lecture • Wednesday, April 10 Votes for Women: A Century of Suffrage with Elizabeth Ann Homer, Author Seating is limited! Reserve your spot now. Lectures start at 7 p.m. at the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, Michigan. Participants can “attend” remotely too. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> Learn more and register on our website. HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $7. “Votes for Women: A Century of Suffrage” will take place on Wednesday, April 10, at 7 p.m. Come to hear new insights about the women and men who won universal suffrage in America. Why did it take so long? How did they persevere? Who composed the pro-suffrage coalition–and who opposed them? Find the answers to these questions and more as History Hounds explores the story of woman suffrage. _____ If you enjoy “sniffing out” and exploring Michigan’s most fascinating historical facets, join us for our evening series of in-depth lectures. The Historical Society of Michigan’s History Hounds™ Lecture Series allows attendees to delve into Michigan’s history and dig up a bone or two of new appreciation to take home. Seating is limited! Reserve your spot now. Lectures start at 7 p.m. at the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, Michigan. Participants can “attend” remotely too. HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $7. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. _____ cid:image009.jpg@01D2AC8B.99D17B80 _____ 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 Coming Soon… Wednesday, May 8 A Circle of Seasons: Exploring Ojibwa Culture <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. Lectures start at 7 p.m. (unless noted) at the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, Michigan. The lecture and Q&As usually last about an hour. Seating is limited and pre-registration is suggested but not required. Walk-ins are welcome. Registration for each History Hounds lecture closes at 3 p.m. the day BEFORE the scheduled talk. If you are a household member of HSM, registration is FREE. Registration for non-members is $7. Participants can “attend” remotely, if they prefer, through Zoom Video Communications and will be able to interact with the speaker and other attendees.* For in-person attendees, light refreshments will be available. *For full interaction, microphone and webcam are required on your device. Instructions on how to remote-in to the workshop will be sent to attendees. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. 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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Novi Public Library Employment Opportunity - Technology Assistant, Part-time
by Marcia Dominick 27 Mar '19

27 Mar '19

*EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:* *Join the Novi Public Library and support our mission to Inform. Inspire. Include. * *JOB TITLE:** Technology Assistant – Information Services (Part-time) * *GRADE:** 3* *REPORTS TO:** Head of Information Services * *Job Duties:* · Assists patrons with using library technology, including troubleshooting related to logging in, emailing, using browsers, operating system, wireless access, etc. · Trains and assists patrons with online catalog, day-to-day computer questions and learning new technology. · Monitors the library’s print management system, helping patrons sign-in, print, and the application of monies. · Provides limited reader’s assistance to patrons (checking for book availability, placing holds and locating materials on shelves). · Works positively and collaboratively across departments to accomplish department goals. · Ability to adapt and respond to multiple priorities, interruptions and demands, and resolve problem situations in a positive manner. · Seek professional continuing education, both organized and casual, with an air toward keeping services current and appropriate. · Communicate effectively with patrons, co-workers, and professional colleagues. · Perform other duties as assigned. *Job Requirements:* · Bachelor’s Degree preferred. · Minimum of 6 months’ work experience in a public library. · Knowledge of business resources both print and electronic. · Dedication to providing positive customer service. · Enthusiastic, friendly, self-motivated and creative. · Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. · Knowledge of Internet and computer related technology. · Excellent oral and written communications skills. · Physical mobility, vision, hearing, and manual dexterity essential. · Maintain physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, bending, and /or walking for extended periods of time; stooping; crouching; reaching; carrying books or boxes of books; pushing book carts; seeing; keyboarding; using the telephone; lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; push or pull with wheeled cart up to 500 pounds; operating assigned equipment; picking up litter; spreading ice melt. · Evening and weekend hours are required. *Salary: *$12.75 per hour *Hours:* 15 hours per week · Monday, 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. · Wednesday, 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. · Friday/Saturday Rotation (B Team), 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. *Benefits:* None *Application:* · Resume, cover letter and application required. · Available at: https://novilibrary.org/About-Us/Employment-Volunteering.aspx · Send to: Marcia Dominick, Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Road Novi, Michigan 48375 · E-mail: mdominick(a)novilibrary.org *Deadline:* Friday, April 12, 2019 [image: https://drive.google.com/uc?export=view&id=1a1hecCo_tHMMH0i3Pb03DPoNkUQOHx4x] *Marcia Dominick* | Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi MI 48375 *Phone:* 248-869-7211*|Fax:* 248-349-6520 *|Office:* 248-869-7204 www.novilibrary.org *Inform. Inspire. Include.* *City of Novi Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence 1969-2019*

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Good Friday
by sodustwplib＠comcast.net 27 Mar '19

27 Mar '19

Thanks to all of you who responded to my query about Good Friday. All your responses were helpful. Danette Albrecht Director Sodus Twp. Library

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Michigan Author Recommendations
by Andrus, Miriam 27 Mar '19

27 Mar '19

Hello Everyone. The Grace A. Dow Memorial Library is in need of a suggestion. We are co-sponsoring a writer's / Author's workshop in July and need recommendations for our key-note speaker. We are looking for an author whose name would be recognizable for most people. They either need to be born in Michigan or living here currently. Recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Miriam Andrus Library Director Grace A. Dow Memorial Library 1710 W. St. Andrews Rd. Midland, MI 48640 Phone 989.837.3431 Fax 989.837.3468 Our Mission: To inspire lifelong learning by connecting people and resources.

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Metro Detroit Book & Author Society Grants
by Tammy Turgeon 27 Mar '19

27 Mar '19

Hi! The Metro Detroit Book & Author Society is now accepting applications for the $2,000.00 James C. Dance Award for the Performing Arts grant and the $2,000.00 Mary J. Ritter Literacy Award grant. Applications are attached and will also be available on the MDB&A website later this week at bookandauthor.org. Tammy -- Tammy Turgeon Director Sterling Heights Public Library 40255 Dodge Park Sterling Heights, MI 48313 586-446-2640 Director Suburban Library Cooperative 44750 Delco Blvd Sterling Heights, MI 48313 586-685-5750

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