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If You Promote It, They (Creative License Taken As The Quote Is Really He) Will Come: Michigan Activity Pass: 19 New Destinations!
by Jim Flury 15 May '19

15 May '19

Good Afternoon, Last Saturday night I was at a baseball game with one of my brothers in law. There is nothing remarkable in that, as he and I have attended an average of one Saturday night baseball game per month for as long as we have been brothers in law, which is a long time now. As we sat freezing and eating our tasty albeit overpriced hot dogs in the largely empty stadium, a foul ball was hit very hard, very close to our vicinity. Too close. Fortunately, the baseball crashed into the empty row of seats directly in front of us. So all I had to do was walk to that empty row of seats, and pick up the ball. I wanted to give the ball to a little kid. But there were no little kids nearby, and my brother in law is older than I am. So I kept the ball, the first souvenir in all the many games we have attended together. While contemplating the ball, and our good fortune that neither of us were struck in the head by it, and that neither of us had choked on our expensive hot dogs, I started thinking about Kevin Costner. Yes, that movie. The fact that some of the defense played on the diamond that night looked as if the infielders were Shoeless probably was a contributing factor in my thought processes, too. As many of you are aware, one year ago TLN migrated to a new integrated library system. For TLN staff this meant a great deal of training, many phone call consultations, data conversion, meetings and the like. All of this started well in advance of the May 29, 2018 go live with the new ils. So we had no time to devote to the recruitment of new partner destinations for the Michigan Activity Pass program last year. That isn't necessarily a bad thing, as we have a lot of really great partner destinations already. But to my way of thinking, it is nice to give patrons something new, and libraries something new to promote to patrons. Fast forward one year, and we are still learning new things about our ils. But with the steepest part of the learning curve mostly behind us, we did have some time to turn to MAP recruitment again. Thus to the subject of this message: If you promote it, they will come, to the tune of, as I am typing these lines, a total of 19 brand new partner destinations for the Michigan Activity Pass program for this year! In addition, we have a verbal commitment from a well-known Detroit metro area destination to join MAP at the end of summer. And I expect additional MAP partner destinations to get on board prior to the renewal of the program on May 24, 2019. Without further adieu, here in no particular order are our 19 confirmed new MAP partner destinations! Raven Hill Discovery Center in East Jordan [ https://miravenhill.org/ | https://miravenhill.org/ ] Conklin Reed Organ Museum in Hanover [ http://conklinreedorganmuseum.org/museum.htm | http://conklinreedorganmuseum.org/museum.htm ] Marquette Regional History Center in Marquette [ https://www.marquettehistory.org/ | https://www.marquettehistory.org/ ] Courthouse Square Museum in Charlotte [ https://www.csamuseum.net/ | https://www.csamuseum.net/ ] Kruizenga Art Museum in Holland [ https://hope.edu/arts/kam/index.html | https://hope.edu/arts/kam/index.html ] Alberta House Arts Center in Sault Ste. Marie [ http://saultareaartscouncil.org/history.htm | http://saultareaartscouncil.org/history.htm ] Alden B. Dow Museum of Science & Art in Midland [ https://www.mcfta.org/alden-b-dow-museum-of-science-and-art/ | https://www.mcfta.org/alden-b-dow-museum-of-science-and-art/ ] Port Huron Museum in Port Huron [ https://www.phmuseum.org/ | https://www.phmuseum.org/ ] Huron Lightship in Port Huron [ https://www.phmuseum.org/huron-lightship/ | https://www.phmuseum.org/huron-lightship/ ] Fort Gratiot Lighthouse in Port Huron [ https://www.phmuseum.org/fort-gratiot-lighthouse/ | https://www.phmuseum.org/fort-gratiot-lighthouse/ ] Thomas Edison Depot Museum in Port Huron [ https://www.phmuseum.org/thomas-edison-depot-museum/ | https://www.phmuseum.org/thomas-edison-depot-museum/ ] A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum (Mineral Museum of Michigan) in Houghton [ https://www.museum.mtu.edu/ | https://www.museum.mtu.edu/ ] Gardner House Museum in Albion [ http://www.albionhistoricalsociety.org/gardner.php | http://www.albionhistoricalsociety.org/gardner.php ] Platte River State Fish Hatchery & Weir in Beulah [ https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79136_79236_80247_80504_82190---,… | https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79136_79236_80247_80504_82190---,… ] Harrietta State Fish Hatchery in Harrietta [ https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79136_79236_80247_80504_82186---,… | https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79136_79236_80247_80504_82186---,… ] Oden State Fish Hatchery & Visitor Center in Oden [ https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79136_79236_80247_80504_82187---,… | https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79136_79236_80247_80504_82187---,… ] Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery & Visitor Center in Mattawan [ https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79136_79236_80247_80504_82189---,… | https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79136_79236_80247_80504_82189---,… ] Thompson State Fish Hatchery in Manistique [ https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79136_79236_80247_80504_82191---,… | https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79136_79236_80247_80504_82191---,… ] Marquette State Fish Hatchery in Marquette [ https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79136_79236_80247_80504_82188---,… | https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79136_79236_80247_80504_82188---,… ] Finally, the "If you promote it, they will come" theme is of course in play for MAP at the local library level. The public neither knows, nor cares, what a library cooperative is, or does. But time and again public libraries are given high marks as being one of the most, if not the most, trusted and respected institutions in local communities. As that is the case we hope libraries will work to promote MAP by including a link to the site on their homepage [ http://www.plymouthrockets.com/michiganactivitypass/ | http://www.plymouthrockets.com/michiganactivitypass/ ] by including references to the MAP Facebook page, which now has in excess of 7,000 likes [ https://www.facebook.com/MIActivityPass/ | https://www.facebook.com/MIActivityPass/ ] by printing the bookmarks, brochures and posters that are available at the MAP promotional page [ https://tln.lib.mi.us/map/ | https://tln.lib.mi.us/map/ ] by telling your local media outlets about MAP, and by spreading the word about the benefits of the Michigan Activity Pass to potential partner destinations in your community. Let's work together to make this, the 12th season of MAP, 2019-2020, a HOME RUN! Thank you for your support and promotion of the Michigan Activity Pass program. Sincerely, Jim F. Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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SFF convention at DPL Wilder Branch, Sunday, May 19
by Jennifer Dye 15 May '19

15 May '19

We had so much fun at last year's WilderCon 1, that we're keeping the tradition going. Join us Sunday, May 19, from 1:30-4:30, at the Wilder Branch, 7140 East 7 Mile Rd. (west of Van Dyke). People who register at bit.ly/dplWilderCon2 by May 16 will get a goodie bag and a pre-printed badge. Contact me directly if you want more information. I'm not posted to the Wilder Branch now, but this is still my baby. Jennifer Jennifer Dye Children's Librarian, Assistant Manager Children's Library/HYPE Main Branch Detroit Public Library jdye(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org Main Branch T, W 12-8 Th, F, Sat 10-6 Sun 1-5 5201 Woodward Ave. Detroit, Michigan 48202 313-481-1409 [DPL Logo]<http://www.detroitpubliclibrary.org> Detroit Public Library Disclaimer This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual(s) addressed in the message. If you are not the named addressee, you should not disseminate, distribute, or copy this e-mail. If you are not the intended recipient, you are notified that disclosing, distributing, or copying this e-mail is strictly prohibited.

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Meaghan Battle
by Cathleen A Russ 15 May '19

15 May '19

Dear Michigan Library Community, With great sadness, I must announce that Meaghan Battle, head of Youth Services, passed away over the weekend. Her family is planning a memorial service for July, but I do not have a date yet. Meaghan was head of Youth Services for Troy Public Library for over 7 years, and was nationally known for her creative, inclusive approach to children's services, including collections, programs and other services. She was constantly seeking ways to remove barriers to access for all ages and believed very strongly that the library was for everyone. Meaghan's dynamic, positive and humorous personality made her a shining light in Youth Services. She will be so very much missed by all of us. Before coming to Troy, Meaghan spent many years working at the Farmington Community Library and was integral to the redesign of their Youth Services area. She also worked at the Ann Arbor District Library. She was on ALA's Newbery Committee, and was active in Youth Services' groups in the ALA, MLA, and more. Services to children were her passion, and she would always say that children were her favorite humans on earth. Please keep the staff of the Troy Public Library-especially Meaghan's staff, the Youth Services team-in your thoughts this week. Thank you. Cathy [/var/folders/c4/pn04drv965q2qlqx52sjgnvdhktm0j/T/com.microsoft.Outlook/WebArchiveCopyPasteTempFiles/cidimage001.png(a)01D4C2D2.9B24D4F0]<https://troypl.org/> Cathleen Russ | Library Director 510 W Big Beaver Troy, Michigan 48084 248.524.3544 [/var/folders/c4/pn04drv965q2qlqx52sjgnvdhktm0j/T/com.microsoft.Outlook/WebArchiveCopyPasteTempFiles/cidimage002.png(a)01D4C2D2.9B24D4F0]<https://www.facebook.com/troylib/> [/var/folders/c4/pn04drv965q2qlqx52sjgnvdhktm0j/T/com.microsoft.Outlook/WebArchiveCopyPasteTempFiles/cidimage003.png(a)01D4C2D2.9B24D4F0] <https://www.instagram.com/troylib/> [/var/folders/c4/pn04drv965q2qlqx52sjgnvdhktm0j/T/com.microsoft.Outlook/WebArchiveCopyPasteTempFiles/cidimage004.png(a)01D4C2D2.9B24D4F0] <https://twitter.com/troylib>

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JOB: Director - Chicago Area (Lincolnwood)
by John Keister 15 May '19

15 May '19

Director, Lincolnwood Public Library District (Chicago North Suburban) The Lincolnwood Public Library District in Lincolnwood, Illinois (north suburban Chicago) is looking for its next Director. With a first-rate staff and forward-thinking culture, the library serves a diverse and vibrant community of 12,600 residents located just 10 miles north of downtown Chicago. Residents enjoy a mix of suburban amenities plus all the cultural, historic, and entertainment options of Chicago. The library recently underwent a major renovation that added new study rooms, multi-functional programming space, a digital media lab, and a new café. The Board of Trustees and library staff are enthusiastic about continuing to move the library forward and embracing its role in the community. Salary $85,000/year or higher, negotiable based on experience. Please visit www.johnkeister.com/lincolnwood/ <http://johnkeister.com/lincolnwood/> for details and to apply. We welcome inquiries. John Keister & Associates Executive Search www.johnkeister.com <http://www.johnkeister.com/> 847-955-0541 lincolnwood(a)johnkeister.com <mailto:lincolnwood@johnkeister.com>

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Youth-Teen Librarian (part-time)
by B. Kristen Valyi-Hax 14 May '19

14 May '19

Due to a retirement, the Harper Woods Public Library is looking for an enthusiastic, patron-focused person to work as a Youth/Teen Librarian (part time). Evening and weekend hours will be required. The pay rate is $18 per hour for applicants with a Master’s Degree in Library Science or $15 per hour for currently enrolled MLS students. A full job description can be seen at http://www.harperwoodslibrary.org/about-us/employment.html. Applications can be obtained in the Harper Woods City Offices or online at http://www.harperwoodscity.org/f/jobapp.pdf. A completed application, cover letter, and resume should be emailed to hwl(a)libcoop.net or turned in to the Harper Woods City Clerk’s office at 19617 Harper Ave., Harper Woods, MI 48225. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled but those received by May 24, 2019 will be given first priority. The City of Harper Woods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. http://www.harperwoodscity.org/f/16JobApp.pdf -- B. Kristen Valyi-Hax Director Harper Woods Public Library 19601 Harper Ave. Harper Woods, MI 48225 313-343-2575 313-343-2127 (fax)

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Audiobook providers
by Richfield Township Library 14 May '19

14 May '19

We are a small rural public library, and currently use a leasing service for our audiobooks. We are looking for ways to reduce that cost. We swap out a set number of items each quarter, for what seems to us like a high annual fee. Wondering what others are doing - do you purchase your audiobooks outright and if so what vendor would you recommend? If you lease, what service do you use? Bethany Romanowski Library Director Richfield Township Public Library 1410 N. St. Helen Rd., P.O. Box 402 St. Helen, MI 48656 Ph 989-389-7630 Fax 989-389-4956

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Free Labels Gone!
by Mary Barker 14 May '19

14 May '19

Mary Barker, Director Pentwater Township Library 402 E. Park Street Pentwater, MI 49449-7710 231 869-8581

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In search of a de/re sensitizer
by Dion Mindykowski 14 May '19

14 May '19

Hello, I am currently looking for a de/re sensitizer and was wondering if any libraries that switched over to RFID have a working one sitting around in storage that they'd like to sell or give away. I am willing to pick up no matter where in the state it is located. Thank you, Dion Mindykowski, Director Tahquamenon Area Library

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Free Labels
by Mary Barker 14 May '19

14 May '19

A small box of assorted labels free to the first library that has a Rides # (spine labels for Mystery, Holidays, CD's DVD's, Due Dates and more)! Mary Barker, Director Pentwater Township Library 402 E. Park Street Pentwater, MI 49449-7710 231 869-8581

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Announcing the 2019 Summer Reading Champions!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 14 May '19

14 May '19

This year CSLP is pleased to announce that we have the privilege of having not one, but six Reading Champions! * Dr. Kjell Lindgren: Astronaut! * Dr. Lindy Elkin-Tanton: Scientist * Dr. Seth Shostak: Astronomer * Dr. Michelle Thaller: Communications Director * Erin Teagan: Author * Arika Egan: Graduate Student These videos are perfect for promoting summer reading at schools, within the library, or shared over social media. All the videos can be found here: https://www.cslpreads.org/nationalsummerreadingchampion/<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpr…> It is going to be a great summer! Luke -- Luke Kralik Organizational Coordinator Collaborative Summer Library Program www.cslpreads.org<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpre…> luke.kralik(a)cslpreads.org<mailto:luke.kralik@cslpreads.org> Phone: (503) 842-0582 Toll Free: (833) 225-8661 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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