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UPCOMING HISTORY HOUNDS: Living With the Enemy: WWII POWs in Michigan - June 12
by Historical Society of Michigan 29 May '19

29 May '19

cid:image002.jpg@01D3849D.922A1640 Upcoming Lecture • Wednesday, June 12 Living With the Enemy: WWII POWs in Michigan with Gregory D. Sumner, University of Detroit Mercy 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. “Living With the Enemy: WWII POWs in Michigan” will take place on Wednesday, June 12, at 7 p.m. During WWII, Michigan hosted about 6,000 German and Italian prisoners of war in camps throughout both peninsulas. The POWs cut pulpwood, harvested and canned fruit, and filled other jobs. Escape attempts were rare, and many prisoners enjoyed their forced stay in America. Join us to explore this little-known chapter of Michigan history. _____ 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, July 10 Made in Michigan: Classic Autos <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. If you can watch and listen to a video on Facebook or YouTube, you can attend our lectures remotely! See our website for full details. For in-person attendees, light refreshments will be available. <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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FREE!!! "The Mineral Range Railroad" by Clarence J. Monette
by NW Circ2 Account 29 May '19

29 May '19

Free to a good home to the first library who responds!!! "The Mineral Range Railroad" by Clarence J. Monette Courtest of the Charles S. Sincock Collection in Hancock, MI. ISBN: 0-942363-42-6. This history book is in very good condition and looking for a good home! Please send your RIDES code and it will go out in delivery tomorrow. (See pdf scan in attachment) Have a great day!! Angela Ditlow

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Local Chapters Social at ALA Annual
by Jennifer L. Dean 29 May '19

29 May '19

To all ALA attendees arriving Thursday: sharing this invite from Tracy Sumler, President-Elect for the DC Library Association Welcome to DC, ALA! - Local Chapters Social Thursday, June 20, 2019 7:00 p.m. EST The LINE DC 1770 Euclid St NW, Washington, DC 20009 (located in the Adams Morgan neighborhood) Along with our friends from Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia, DC Library Association is co-sponsoring the Welcome to DC, ALA!. Join us just before the 2019 American Library Association Conference gets underway. Make sure to register at http://alaac19welcome.eventbrite.com<http://alaac19welcome.eventbrite.com/> to reserve your free drink ticket. We’re looking forward to seeing you and friends from far-and-wide there! Sponsored by: • DC Public Library • DC Library Association • Delaware Library Association • Maryland Library Association • Virginia Library Association Follow event updates on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/events/284334702497238 [https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-0/c0.25.200.200a/p200x200/57504…]<https://www.facebook.com/events/284334702497238> Welcome to DC, ALA!<https://www.facebook.com/events/284334702497238> www.facebook.com Networking event in Washington by District of Columbia Library Association and Maryland Library Association on Thursday, June 20 2019 with 117 people... Jennifer ALA Councilor for MI & MLA Board of Directors Member Jennifer L. Dean - PhD, MLIS Dean of University Libraries and Instructional Technology Distance Education Coordinator University of Detroit Mercy Libraries / Instructional Design Studio 4001 West McNichols Rd Detroit, MI 48221 313-993-1090 deanjl(a)udmercy.edu [cid:d22d73e2-7794-4bc6-bcdf-d9f48610fcd8]

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FREE!! -- "Michigan History" June 1952 - Michigan Historical Commision - Volume 36 Number 2 - The Great Railroad Conspiracy
by NW Circ2 Account 29 May '19

29 May '19

Hello! We had a generous book donation over the weekend and it contained a Michigan History book from June 1952 about The Great Railroad Conspiracy. It seems to be in fairly good shape and our library already has a copy of it. If anyone would be interested in it, its up for the first taker who responds, otherwise it will go into our book sale. Please send your RIDES number or branch and I will get it out in delivery this week. I attached a pdf scan of the front over for your review! Thank you!! Have a wonderful evening, Angela Ditlow

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ALA News for 5/28/19
by Jennifer L. Dean 29 May '19

29 May '19

ALA News for 5/28/19 ALA President Loida Garcia–Febo shares insights on sustainable thinking during United Nations event<http://bit.ly/30NfBrk> American Library Association President (ALA) Loida Garcia – Febo joined international library leaders for a knowledge-sharing event entitled "Sustainable Development Goals in Libraries Today: the role of libraries in strengthening our communities." The event was hosted by the United Nations Dag Hammarskjöld Library and provided an international platform to discuss how libraries around the world are creating and cultivating new relationships to help communities learn, understand and support sustainable professional development. Read more<http://bit.ly/30NfBrk> George Kendall new Booklist editor and publisher<http://bit.ly/30Mao2Y> Kendall will join Booklist on June 10, 2019 as its new editor and publisher. He has more than 20 years’ experience with a variety of publishers, including an extensive background in content strategy, digital innovation, web development and team leadership. He has most recently been director of publications and digital content with the American Society of Anesthesiologists, where he oversaw improved reader engagement and significantly increased revenue and profit margins through enhancements to multiple print products, new online-only publications and other digital products, collaboration across the association and operational cost control. Read more<http://bit.ly/30Mao2Y> AASL launches school administrator collaborative <http://bit.ly/30NgPmq>With support from OverDrive Education, the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) is launching a two-year initiative to engage with an audience vital to the success of school librarian advocacy: school administrators. The "AASL School Leader Collaborative: Administrators & School Librarians Transforming Teaching and Learning" aims to strengthen AASL’s collaboration with school administrators. The initiative champions the school librarian’s integral role in teaching and learning. Read more<http://bit.ly/30NgPmq> ALA Public Policy and Advocacy Office welcomes 2019 Google Fellow Katelyn N. Ringrose<http://bit.ly/30SQTWL> Katelyn Ringrose will serve as ALA’s 2019 Google Policy Fellow. She will spend 10 weeks in Washington, D.C. exploring diverse areas of the information policy field, joining the Washington Office from May 28 through Aug. 10, 2019. As part of her fellowship, she will complete a major project. Read more<http://bit.ly/30SQTWL> ALA 2019 ANNUAL CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION Gary Janetti to appear at United for Libraries’ The Laugh’s On Us sponsored by Ingram Content Group<http://bit.ly/2VS5azb> WEBINARS ALA President Loida Garcia-Febo presents webinar: 'Libraries, Comics and Superheroes of Color: Strengthening our Reading Communities'<http://bit.ly/2VYjRke> SYMPOSIUM ON THE FUTURE OF LIBRARIES 2020 Symposium on the Future of Libraries opens call for session proposals<http://bit.ly/2VRtEII> AWARDS AND GRANTS Utah Library Association receives the 2019 Gerald Hodges Intellectual Freedom Chapter Relations Award<http://bit.ly/30Rbxq8> AASL opens nominations for administrator collaborative<http://bit.ly/2VUT1cP> 2018 Justin Winsor Library History Essay Award to Steven Knowlton<http://bit.ly/2VTo48B> Dr. Mirah J. Dow wins Beta Phi Mu Award<http://bit.ly/2VXj7fd> Tulsa City-County Library wins 2019 ALA/Information Today Library of the Future Award<http://bit.ly/2VW1SdW> ALA PUBLISHING Assessment strategies in technical services<http://bit.ly/30KO0qR> Anonymity is examined in new book from the Center for the Future of Libraries<http://bit.ly/2VVikeD>

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Applications Close June 2! Deputy Director position-Lee County Library System (FL)
by Jobeth Bradbury 29 May '19

29 May '19

Deputy Director, Lee County Library System (FL)-Applications Close this Sunday, June 2! The Lee County Library System<http://www.leegov.com/library> (Southwest FL) seeks a dynamic, innovative and collaborative team leader as its Deputy Director. The successful Library professional will join an extraordinary staff-committed to delivering exceptional library services and programs to the 700,000+ citizens of Lee County through its services, six regional libraries and seven branch locations. Circulating six million items annually, the LCLS operates as a County Department, has 253 employees, and is supported by a $30 million annual operating budget. The Deputy Director reports to the Library Director and is a member of the library leadership team. Key areas of focus include library operations management, leading and mentoring staff, developing and implementing strategic initiatives, budget planning, and project management. The Deputy Director assists the Director in the administration and supervision of the public services operations, which includes policy development, efficient use of resources, the planning and organization of service delivery, development of administrative procedures and motivating staff to achieve new goals. Establishing high standards of library service is integral to this position. Located along the Gulf Coast of Florida, Lee County<http://www.leegov.com/> offers exceptional quality of life and active lifestyle opportunities, boasting beautiful beaches, year-round sunshine, numerous golf, tennis and marina facilities plus a thriving arts and culture scene. In addition to an outstanding Lee County Library System, various historical sites (estates of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford and the Fort Myers Historical Museum), and the Lee County School District, residents also have easy access to wildlife, hiking, biking and paddling at various national, state and local parks such as J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve and Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail. The cost of living in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers metro is less than half the price of living in New York City and is less expensive than in cities such as Miami, Boston, Atlanta, Minneapolis or Baltimore. Lee County is midway between Miami and Tampa along Interstate 75 and boasts a world-class international airport. For more information on the Library and the region, visit Lee County Links<http://www.gossagesager.com/leecolinks.htm>. Responsibilities. The Deputy Director will play a key role in library management and administration. As part of the library leadership team, the Deputy will provide direction, oversight, management, and innovation for excellent programs and services. This position provides oversight of public services operations, human resources, and system-wide programs and outreach. The Deputy supports and participates in intra-county departmental cooperation. A collaborative leadership style, an openness to change, a commitment to customer service and sound knowledge and experience for fulfilling community expectations are core to this position. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include an ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library Science or a closely related field, five years of progressively responsible experience supervising the operations of a multi-branch library system, and three years of supervisory experience, or any equivalent combination of experience, education and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. Desirable attributes and skills include project management experience; public service and administrative policy/procedure development and implementation; grant administration experience; personnel management; experience working with Library Advisory Boards and Friends groups; and collaborative community partnership development. The Deputy Director will also exhibit creativity, energy and enthusiasm; superior written and oral communications skills; collaborative and consensus building skills; experience in recruiting, mentoring, evaluating and retaining an excellent staff; and a thorough knowledge of current library trends, technologies and best practices. Compensation. A hiring range of $87,840-120,000 (with placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) and an attractive benefits package. For further information, please visit Bradbury Miller Associates<http://www.bradburymiller.com/>. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and resume as Word or PDF attachments to Jobeth Bradbury<mailto:jobethbradbury@bradburymiller.com>. This position will close June 2, 2019. 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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Adult Services Librarian position at Hartland's Cromaine Library available
by Ceci Marlow 28 May '19

28 May '19

*Cromaine Is the Cultural Center of Hartland…and our community appreciates that* We’ve expanded in building and staffing and have the resources for our staff to continue to create new and innovate traditional library services and collections. As the Cultural Center of Hartland, Hartland’s Cromaine is expected by its community to offer music and art, as well as all of the science, engineering and technology engagement possible for all ages. *We have a 30-hour Adult Services Librarian position *available with collection, outreach, and programming responsibilities for adults. All of our Librarians are cross-trained for Adult, Youth, Teen, and Circulation. You may not do a story time, but you’ll probably assist with desk coverage in Youth, Teen, and at Circulation as well as some other programming (a summer reading circus, anyone?) If you have some special interests and skills, we’ll find a way for you to share those with our community, too! In 2017, Hartland’s Cromaine celebrated its 90th year of service and in 2018 we launched a new strategic plan that has lots of challenges for us all. *Our mission is to deliver robust and vital activities to learn, discover, and connect. If that matters to you, too, then we need you! * Cromaine District Library is located near the intersection of M-59 and US-23—easy to get to from Detroit, Lansing, Ann Arbor, and Flint. Hartland’s Cromaine (built in 1927, expanded in 1980, and again in 2017) has the elegant Community Room, a large physical collection and large digital collection, plus two new smaller meeting rooms, a Youth Program Room, and three new study rooms as a result of the little addition to this building. In addition, beginning July 2019, we become the operations manager for the Hartland Music Hall, a cultural treasure and performance venue. *We have a serious commitment to outreach, participating in many events and exhibits beyond our walls* as well as finding new ways to be active outside this building in a busy community. Cromaine wins grants, including several National Endowment for the Arts’ The Big Read. Grants for technology in Youth and Teen, local business sponsorships for the summer concert series, exhibits from the Smithsonian, and to be a pilot for a national grant program—we are a place to explore culture, music, technology, makers, as well as reading in every format. *Many of the grants support a very full event calendar* (check it out at WWW.CROMAINE.ORG) We offer Libby plus Advantage, hoopla, and RB Digital Magazines, Audiobooks, and plan to offer Artist Works. We also offer Kanopy and Universal Class services supporting our lifelong learners. We welcome new technologies and ways to improve collections and services, taking seriously every patron request for both popular materials and those more esoteric. *Effective July 1, we pay MLS librarians from $19.87 to $20.89 per hour to start*; 30 hours per week with half-hour paid lunch on 8-hour days; includes some evenings and weekends with Sundays at time and one-half. MLA membership and national conference attendance (in rotation) paid. Part-time positions at Cromaine have paid time off (36 hours per year for 30-hour, prorated for start date and available after completion of the 3-month introductory period), plus holiday pay, paid birthday, and paid bereavement leave. You may purchase several AFLAC plans at the library’s rate with a pre-tax deduction. Share your love for popular materials, new technologies, and public service with a community that loves its library and its library staff even more. Send your application (available at WWW.CROMAINE.ORG) resume and a cover letter to “Librarian” at PO Box 308. Or send by email (preferred to be “green”) to web(a)cromaine.org as soon as possible—*position applications received prior to June 15 preferred; applications accepted until filled. Find the full job description at www.cromaine.org/job-board <http://www.cromaine.org/job-board> .* -- Cecilia Ann Marlow. Library Director Hartland's Cromaine Library 810-632-5200, ext. 105 www.cromaine.org

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Position posting: Library Associate (part-time)
by Melissa Goins 28 May '19

28 May '19

Hello Library Lovers, The beautiful, waterfront community of Harrison Township has an opening for a part-time Library Associate. The position details are below and available on our website <https://htlibrary.org/about-the-library/employment/>. Please feel free to forward and post as you see fit. Position: Library Associate, part-time, 10-15 hours per week Reports to: Library Director or other staff as assigned Hourly rate: $10.50/hr. Start date and process: Applications accepted through June 11th. Interviews begin the week of June 17th with an anticipated start date as soon as possible. The Harrison Township Public Library is a Class IV library with a service population just under 25,000. Harrison Township is a beautiful waterfront community located on Lake St. Clair with a number of local recreational activities for outdoor enthusiasts. The library was first established as a community-funded entity in 2015 and continues to grow. HTPL is seeking a personable, enthusiastic individual to join us on our journey. Library Associates form the backbone of HTPL’s staff and serve many diverse roles. Duties include but are not limited to: - Provide in-person or over-the-phone service to library patrons, volunteers, and staff - Perform all circulation desk operations - Process library materials - Collect/negotiates monetary charges - Provide readers’ advisory and reference services - Provide computer assistance including but not limited to Microsoft Office, email, online searches, social media, and the library’s print management system - Assist patrons with electronic resources - Accuracy with mathematical computations, such as counting money and making change - Assist with programs as needed - Shelve library materials properly as well as sort and file alphabetically - Other tasks as assigned Minimum qualifications: - High School Diploma - Positive, proactive customer-oriented attitude - Excellent verbal communications skills - Computer proficiency including Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word and Excel, web utilities including email and searching - Flexibility in scheduling including nights and weekends - Ability to lift 50 pounds, stand for extended periods of time, kneel, and crouch Preferred qualifications: - Customer service experience - Previous library experience Apply: Please see the application details on our website. <https://htlibrary.org/about-the-library/employment/> --- Melissa Goins Library Director *Connect with me on LinkedIn <http://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-goins-ab5893a5>* Harrison Township Public Library 38255 L'Anse Creuse, Ste. A Harrison Township, MI 48045 (586)329-1261 www.htlibrary.org

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Position posting: Librarian (part-time)
by Melissa Goins 28 May '19

28 May '19

Hello Michigan Libraries, The beautiful, waterfront community of Harrison Township has an opening for a part-time Librarian. The position details are below and available on our website <https://htlibrary.org/about-the-library/employment/>. Please forward and post freely. Position: Librarian, part-time, 15 hours per week Reports to: Library Director or other staff as assigned Hourly rate: $19-$21/hr. depending upon experience Start date and process: Applications accepted through June 11th. Interviews begin the week of June 17th with an anticipated start date as soon as possible. The Harrison Township Public Library is a Class IV library with a service population just under 25,000. Harrison Township is a beautiful waterfront community located on Lake St. Clair with a number of local recreational activities for outdoor enthusiasts. The library was first established as a community-funded entity in 2015 and continues to grow. HTPL is seeking a personable, enthusiastic individual to join us on our journey. The Librarian is crucial to HTPL’s program of public service. Duties include but are not limited to: - Plan, promote, and host innovative adult and general family programs - Develop the collection and weed materials including fiction, nonfiction, audiobooks, large print, and electronic formats within the designated budget - Provide comprehensive reference and readers’ advisory services - Assist guests with the use of the library including print and electronic materials such as technology instruction, Internet navigation, use of Microsoft Office programs, electronic resources, and all other library services as needed - Oversee the maintenance of library satellite collections - Work independently within the guidelines set by library policies and the Library Director - Motivate, establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, volunteers, other community agencies, and the public - Assume responsibilities for supervision of personnel and facilities in the absence of senior staff - Maintain awareness of new developments and trends in the field through professional journals, workshops, conferences, etc. - Perform public relations functions such as preparing promotional materials and press releases, develop in-house displays, maintain library social media accounts, and participate in community outreach opportunities that may require public speaking - Perform other related duties as required Minimum qualifications: - Master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited library school - Ability to deliver consistent, friendly, attentive, high quality customer service - Demonstrated knowledge of library materials/resources of interest to adults - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Ability to prioritize duties, meet deadlines, work independently, and assume responsibility - Awareness of new developments and trends in public libraries, the community, and society - Full range of Internet and Microsoft Office skills - Flexibility in scheduling including some evenings and weekends - Ability to troubleshoot library technology Preferred qualifications: - Successful experience with programming and collection development - Customer service experience Apply: Please see the application details on our website. <https://htlibrary.org/about-the-library/employment/> --- Melissa Goins Library Director *Connect with me on LinkedIn <http://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-goins-ab5893a5>* Harrison Township Public Library 38255 L'Anse Creuse, Ste. A Harrison Township, MI 48045 (586)329-1261 www.htlibrary.org

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Submission for next email
by Jennifer Harden 28 May '19

28 May '19

We think this movie will be of great interest to Michigan librarians. Let me know if you want/need any more information. Thanks for sharing. Jennifer Harden Head of Wickes Library/Marketing 1713 Hess Avenue Saginaw, MI 48601 Phone . 989-752-3821, Extension 1204 Fax . 989-752-8685 jharden(a)saginawlibrary.org

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