April 2019 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

I'm back
by Loretta Sherfield 11 Apr '19

11 Apr '19

Hi all: I would like to ask for your patience as I go through the many overdues, problems etc. that didn't get done during my absence. I was out for 5 weeks with a knee replacement but I'm back now so things will be getting done as soon as possible. I will also be sending out overdues, etc. so you may get a few from us until they're caught up. Thanks for your patience. Loretta -- Loretta Sherfield Branch District Library Interlibrary Loan Department

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Library shelving
by Hartford Public Library 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

Dear Librarians, Could you suggest some library shelving companies? I need to figure out how much we will need for our new building and the cost. What are your recommendations? We probably need to go with steel shelves with wood end panels. Regards,Stephanie DanielsHartford Public Library

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free small packing envelopes
by Tanya Procknow 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

We have a box of small size #1-3 packing envelopes if anyone needs them. They are not new but in decent condition. Send me a zv # and I will send them to you. Tanya R. Procknow Mackinaw Area Public Library Youth Librarian (231)436-5451

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Adult Summer Reading Programs
by Barbara Sanford 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

Hello, I am curious as to how other libraries have adults track their progress for summer reading. For our kids and teens, we focus on making reading a daily habit, but have kept our adults tracking books so far, but based on feedback from our patrons, we would like to change that. We still do a physical card based program, which also impacts what we can do. I would appreciate any feedback on how you have your adults track/participate, bonus points for simplicity! Thanks ahead of time! Barb Barbara Sanford Youth Collections and Programming Coordinator Chippewa River District Library 301 S. University Ave Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 (989)773-3242 X 214 bsanford(a)crdl.org<mailto:bsanford@crdl.org> michlib-l(a)mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>

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Fwd: Covers
by Lise Mitchell 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

Hi, We have 6 of these monitor privacy covers from when our monitors where below the table top and patrons viewed the monitors through a glass top. Worked with older style monitors. Does anybody have any use or need of these before we pitch? Free to a good home. thanks, lise gladldirector(a)gmail.com 517-622-3550

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Social media policies
by Nancy Folaron 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

We are going to create policies for staff to oversee and use the library's social media accounts. If you have a good policy, or any suggestions on what we should include, could you please reply to me off list? Thanks, Nancy Folaron -- Nancy Folaron, Assistant Director Shiawassee District Library/Durand Memorial Branch 700 N. Saginaw St. Durand, MI 48429 989-288-3743

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FY2019 State aid to Public Libraries
by Webb, Kathy (MDE) 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

The payment process is in progress. The first batch of public library state aid payments are completed. The payments are being processes by first to submit, the first paid. The process can be long, so don't worry, if I have any questions, I will contact your library. All first 50% payments will be completed by June 2019. The final 50% payment will be processed after July 15, 2019. At the end of each month a listing of payments made will appear on the Library of Michigan website at this site. https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2018_State_Aid_Paym… Thank you! Kathy Webb State Aid/Penal Fines Library of Michigan P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909 517-335-1514 Fax 517-335-1522 April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Help raise awareness of Child Abuse Prevention by learning more from the Children's Trust Fund at www.michigan.gov/ctf<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…> [cid:image001.jpg@01D4E931.779D8BF0]

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color printing cost survey
by Stacy Pasche 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

Hi Everyone, thank you for all of your responses regarding color printing costs. Of the 50 some libraries that responded, the average cost for a color print is .46 cents while the median is .25 Thanks! -- Stacy Pasche, Library Director Benzie Shores District Library *"Sometimes it's fun to do the impossible." -Walt Disney*

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Week of the Young Child
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

Did you know it's the Week of the Young Child<https://www.naeyc.org/events/woyc/overview>? LM paired up with Michigan's Office of Great Start<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,4615,7-140-63533---,00.html> to provide a reading list this week for families, according to the daily theme. LM is also sharing out a post daily on Facebook @LibraryofMichigan. #woyc19<https://twitter.com/hashtag/woyc19?src=hash> #EarlyLiteracy<https://twitter.com/hashtag/EarlyLiteracy?src=hash> #ReadytoReadMi<https://twitter.com/hashtag/ReadytoReadMi?src=hash> [cid:image002.jpg@01D4EF9E.0E5A30D0] 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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MeL eResource Web Buttons
by Breed, Liz (MDE) 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

Greetings! We are happy to share that MeL is now offering web buttons for all of the eResources! If you would like to use these, visit the Library Staff area of MeL (mel.org/staff<https://mel.org/staff>) and look for the eResources Web Buttons link in the Marketing Resources menu on the left side of the screen. You have the option to download the entire set (as a zipped folder), or if you scroll down a bit, you will see the entire list for picking and choosing individual buttons. In addition to the buttons, you will also find instructions for: * Adding buttons to different types of sites * Information on using the Direct URL or the Geo-IP URL * A link to MCLS' reporting form if there are changes or additions to your organization's IP address(es) There are other tools in the Marketing Resources area that may also be helpful for you. * Downloadable Promotional Materials: PDF files from vendors for flyers, bookmarks, etc... There's also a nice selection of PDFs on Evaluating Resources. * Logo and Usage Guidelines: Interested in adding the new MeL logo to your site? This is the place to come for the files and usage guidelines. * MeLCat Web Button: We also have a MeLCat Web Button if you are interested. * Promotional Materials Order Form: We have a selection of materials available for order. Complete the form and we'll send the materials to you. Please let us know if you have any questions. Have a great day, Liz Liz Breed Michigan eLibrary Coordinator Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 517-335-1497 breedl(a)michigan.gov<mailto:breedl@michigan.gov> www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Help raise awareness of Child Abuse Prevention by learning more from the Children's Trust Fund at www.michigan.gov/ctf<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…>

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