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eNews from HSM: State History Awards, James Oliver Curwood, Essay Contest, Hudson River Valley Tour, Upcoming Events
by Historical Society of Michigan 17 May '19

17 May '19

Nominations Due for State History Awards! Deadline: July 26, 2019 Each year, the Historical Society of Michigan presents State History Awards to individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the appreciation and understanding of Michigan history. The awards will be presented on Friday, September 27, 2019, during the annual Michigan History Conference in Ludington. The State History Awards recognize the excellence of achievement by an individual or organization in the collection, preservation, and/or promotion of state and local history. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/awards/state-history-awards/> Learn more about the State History Award categories. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/State-History-Award-No mination.pdf> Download the 2019 nomination form. Nominations and supporting materials must be received in our office by Friday, July 26, 2019, at 5 p.m. Nominations received after that date and time will not be accepted, regardless of postmark. There's still room for you on our Hudson River Valley Tour this July. The Hudson River Valley offers visitors vast scenes of natural beauty, rich culture, and fascinating history. Several key battles of the American Revolutionary War took place in the region centuries ago, and in more recent history, countless painters from across the United States and around the globe have found artistic inspiration in the valley's brilliant scenery. Join the Historical Society of Michigan's "Michiganders on the RoadT" for our 9-day, 8-night Painters and Patriots: Hudson River Valley Tour from July 12 to July 20, 2019. <https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Hudson-River-itinerary.pd f> See the full Hudson River Valley Tour itinerary. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michiganders-on-the-road/hudson-valley-regis tration/> Register online for the Hudson River Valley Tour. <https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Hudson-River-registration .pdf> Download the Hudson River Valley Tour registration form. James Oliver Curwood Owosso-native author and conservationist James Oliver Curwood was one of the world's highest-paid and most widely read authors of the twentieth century-but he never lost his love for Michigan. Born on June 12, 1878, Curwood spent his formative years in Owosso before adjusting to a wandering lifestyle as an adventurer and explorer, frequently visiting Alaska and the Canadian Northwest. That love of adventure lead him to write several popular adventure novels, including Kazan (1914), The Grizzly King (1916), and The River's End (1919). By 1922, Curwood's success as a writer and remarkable wealth allowed him to build an eighteenth-century, French-style chateau in his hometown of Owosso, which he named Curwood Castle. Curwood's legacy lives on today. His Owosso writing studio, Curwood Castle, currently serves as a museum, and the city of Owosso hosts a Curwood Festival each year to celebrate the area's heritage. Michigan Historical Review 2019 Graduate Student Essay Prize The Michigan Historical Review is seeking papers from graduate students exploring themes related to Michigan's past! Eligible entries must use original primary sources in research; represent an addition to historical knowledge; relate to Michigan history; and be no more than 12,000 words, double-spaced and footnoted (do not include author's name anywhere within the manuscript). Please include a cover letter that details the entrant's program, school, and supervisor. Papers will be judged on originality, research, style, and proper documentation. Payment is awarded in two allotments: at the time of announcement and at press. For more information, please call (989) 774-6567. Send to: mihisrev(a)cmich.edu Deadline: July 1, 2019 cid:image001.jpg@01CF8A43.BF828E40 _____ 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 <https://hsmichigan.org/store/donate/make-a-donation/> cid:image011.jpg@01D3861A.07D4BAD0 We're hiring! The Historical Society of Michigan seeks a qualified individual to serve as Graphic Designer. For more information and application instructions, please visit our website below. <http://hsmichigan.org/resources/position-openings-in-michigan/> Check out our <http://hsmichigan.org/resources/position-openings-in-michigan/> History Job Board. The American Association for State and Local History needs your feedback! What visitation trends have you seen at your site over the last few years? The American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) is conducting a national visitation survey and wants your feedback! Please take five minutes to complete the survey and share it with other interested institutions. <https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AASLHVisitation> Take the survey! Upcoming Events From Our Members The Grand Rapids Public Library presents "Crazy Horse: The Lakota Warrior's Life and Legacy," Tuesday, May 21, in Grand Rapids. The Michigan Barn Preservation Network (MBPN) presents the "Annual Spring Barn Tour," Friday, May 31, in Washtenaw County. The U-M Clements Library presents "Frontier Rebels: The Fight for Independence in the American West, 1765-1776," Tuesday, June 4, in Ann Arbor. The Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society (GWBHS) presents "Apple Island Tours," Saturday, June 8, and Sunday, June 9, in Orchard Lake. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/calendar/> For more calendar events, see our website! Interested in featuring an event or exhibit on HSM's online calendar and eNews? We are always looking to support our member organizations, and one of the ways we show support is by advertising your events and exhibits. Have an exhibit or event you'd like promoted? <http://www.hsmichigan.org/calendar/event-submission/> Feel free to submit your listing via our online calendar registration form here. 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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Three Hole Punched Paper
by Anna Merritt 17 May '19

17 May '19

Free stack of pre-hole punched paper. Please email amerritt(a)richlandlibrary.org<mailto:amerritt@richlandlibrary.org> with your RIDES number. [cid:image003.jpg@01D50C96.C3447950] Thanks! Anna Merritt Assistant Director Richland Community Library 8951 Park Street Richland, MI 49083 (269) 629-9085 https://www.richlandlibrary.org/ -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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Vendors for self-checkout kiosks
by Yvonne Brown 16 May '19

16 May '19

Hello. For those libraries with a self-checkout kiosk, what vendor did you use? We have had a Bibliotheca unit since 2009. We need to upgrade, so I'm researching options. Thank you in advance for any feedback. I will compile the responses to share with the listserv. *Yvonne Brown* *Lapeer District Library* *810-664-9521 x3116www.library.lapeer.org <http://www.library.lapeer.org>*

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Seeking promotional ideas for new library service
by Scott Drapalik 16 May '19

16 May '19

Hello library world! We are looking to promote a service in which a patron may place a hold from our online catalog on a physical item that is currently available in our collection. This item will then be pulled by library staff and be awaiting the patron on their next visit. Does your library do something similar to this, and if so, how have you marketed this service to your patrons? Catchy branding names appreciated. :) Thank you! Scott

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elevators
by Paul McCann 16 May '19

16 May '19

Greetings everyone, Dexter District Library is coming up on the end of a contract for ongoing elevator maintenance and repairs and we are looking at options. When we constructed the building, the original service contract was with the manufacturer and had a 10 year duration. I am starting to look at options as there are some fairly specific rollover conditions in the current contract as well as some performance issues. Any input on the following would be appreciated: If you have an elevator in your building, do you use a company other than the manufacturer for continuing maintenance service and repairs? If you have used both the manufacturer and separate service company, are there any specific advantages or drawbacks to either relationship? If you created an RFP, would you be willing to share? If you did an RFP and stayed with the manufacturer, did the process help to correct and issues or make terms any more favorable for the library? Thanks in advance for your help. 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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Any extra CD cases and sleeves?
by bellairelibrary＠torchlake.com 16 May '19

16 May '19

Anyone have any extra CD cases and sleeves you want to get rid of? The Bellaire Library is in desperate need! Thanks, Jane Gyulveszi

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Guest MeL Minute: DemoNow at the Marshall District Library
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 16 May '19

16 May '19

[A close up of text on a white background Description automatically generated]As a public librarian, I am always looking for new ways to connect to the businesses and organizations in my community. One of the most useful resources in MeL for finding information about business and market data is DemographicsNow. This free resource is easy to access and can be used in a variety of ways to support our residents. Marshall District Library has used DemographicsNow to help the organizations in our community in practical, concrete ways. A local pastor visited us to find out how he could distribute information about an upcoming conference his church was hosting. He wanted to send invitations to all of the churches of certain denominations that were located in a 30-mile radius of Marshall. Because DemographicsNow allows users to use their Geography Menu to Create Locations, we were able to use his church address to set a radius and the SIC group search to find the contact information. MDL works regularly with our Economic Development Alliance and Chamber of Commerce to support business services in our community. On several occasions, our local officials have called the library to get lists of businesses that meet certain criteria. For example, a company that was moving into the manufacturing district in the Marshall area needed a list of Michigan companies that constructed industrial warehouses and had a large worker capacity. In using the keyword search for NAICS/SIC groups, it was simple to pull up a list and sort the companies by number of employees. At one point, the Economic Development Alliance also contacted us as a local business owner was looking to add another store location outside of our county. Using the Reports function of DemographicsNow, we were able to show this business owner statistics about the spending habits of people in the areas she was considering in order to help her make an informed decision. DemographicsNow also works great for personal projects, particularly in finding obscure phone numbers or businesses. You never know when someone might come in and need to track down a manufacturer of doll wigs so that they can produce their own doll design. When someone came into MDL and asked for that information, I had a good idea of where to start my search. DemographicsNow is a powerful research tool for finding statistical information, business listings, residential phone numbers, and many other treasures for our patrons. This Guest Post Brought to you by Angela Semifero, Director, Marshall District Library 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 http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/>

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Director of Strategy and Engagement-a new exciting opportunity! Jefferson County Public Library (CO)
by Jobeth Bradbury 16 May '19

16 May '19

Director of Strategy and Engagement - Jefferson County Public Library (CO) Jefferson County Public Library<https://jeffcolibrary.org/> (CO) is looking for a standout leader to be our next Director of Strategy and Engagement. In this position, you will help advance our mission, vision and values through the development of integrated strategic solutions and the implementation of an efficient planning and budgeting process. Sound fun? As an integral member of the Executive Team, this position is responsible for strategic internal and external relationships, internal and external communications, and the utilization of research, data and analytics. Sound like you? This position also directs and oversees budget and finance, promotions and marketing, system wide strategic planning, project management, brand oversight, community relations, key strategic partnerships and community engagement for JCPL. Still interested? This position is also responsible for managing media relations and crisis communications, responding to CORA requests and serving as the library's primary spokesperson. Provides communications counsel to the executive director and Library Board. Reports to the Executive Director. For additional information about the position, the Library and the County, see the Recruitment Brochure<https://d4804za1f1gw.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/46/2019/05/131…>. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications are a Master's Degree in business, public administration, communications, library science or equivalent education and work experience and a minimum of five years of progressively responsible management experience in strategy, communications, or budgeting including direct supervision of professional staff. See the complete position description<https://d4804za1f1gw.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/46/2019/05/102…> for detailed qualifications and requirements. Compensation. The hiring range is $77,806.81 - $101,148.86 (full range $77,806 - $124,490.90 annually) with an excellent benefits package. To apply for this position, you must complete the online application at http://www.jeffco.us/jobs. The closing date for applications is June 10, 2019. For questions, please contact Jobeth Bradbury, jobethbradbury(a)bradburymiller.com<mailto:jobethbradbury@bradburymiller.com>, Bradbury Miller Associates. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Miller Associates<http://www.gossagesager.com/> 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for our newsletter<http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=111489311…> to get the latest updates!

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Children's Librarian Job Opening
by Kevin Ayala 15 May '19

15 May '19

The Bay County Library System is looking for a Children's Librarian, please see the attached. Thanks, Eileen Schulz Administrative Assistant Bay County Library 500 Center Avenue Bay City MI 48708 989.894.2837 ext 2225

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LSTA Improving Access to Information Grant deadline reminder - May 31st 2019, 5:00 PM
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 15 May '19

15 May '19

A reminder that the complete application for the Library of Michigan Improving Access to Information grant program is due Friday, May 31st at 5:00 PM EST. A complete grant application is: 1. LSTA Grant Application - Due May 31, 2019. 2. Partner Statements from any listed partners. - Due May 31, 2019. (Only required if the proposal includes a partner.) 3. LSTA Grant application signatures sheets (2). - Due May 31, 2019. If your application is submitted by noon on Wednesday, May 29th, I will confirm that all documents are complete. More information can be found at www.michigan.gov/lsta<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…> in the Improving Access to Information grant section. Thank you. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> https://www.michigan.gov/lsta<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…> https://www.michigan.gov/sl21<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…> May is Teacher Appreciation Month. Use #MIteachAppreesh to recognize outstanding educators - learn more: bit.ly/MIteachAppreesh<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FM…>

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