June 2019 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Michigan Koha Users Day
by Jill Sodt 06 Jun '19

06 Jun '19

Hello everyone, Mark your calendars now and register for the 1st annual Michigan Koha Users Day. We many be few and far flung, but we do exist. Let's gather at Mott Community College to share our success, our failures, and learn from each other. Click here to register. <https://mailtrack.io/trace/link/69fbb9643fab2abb5bae42900584b0c287e82b3f?ur…> This event is free. Lunch will be provided. I look forward to seeing all Michigan Koha Users in August. If you have any questions, please call or email me. Have a wonderful day! Jill Sodt Director of Library Services Mott Library <https://mailtrack.io/trace/link/4a251729522d0ee2e069d5b4636d8cf97ef9b474?ur…> Mott Community College 1401 East Court St, Flint, MI 48503 810-762-0415 jill.sodt(a)mcc.edu pronouns: she/her/hers www.facebook.com/MottLibrary <https://mailtrack.io/trace/link/c0f4b979909afc5836f6cca64ff61f54a45f2104?ur…>

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FREE WEBINAR 6/11 WebJunction Webinar: Getting to the Heart of the Community Through Discovery
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 06 Jun '19

06 Jun '19

Check out this free webinar offered by WebJunction! *Getting to the Heart of the Community Through Discovery* Tuesday, June 11, 3:00 ET / 12:00 PT Community discovery is a process of forging vital and ongoing connection between the library and its community members. The more people are involved in planning and programming, the more they are invested in the success of the library. While many libraries collect community input primarily through surveys, there are other, more interactive and interpersonal tools that can uncover the heart and aspirations of the community. Explore tools and strategies that start meaningful conversations and foster collaborative engagement on everything from strategic and space planning to programming. Learn how you can join your library and your community at the heart. Presented by: Betha Gutsche, WebJunction Programs Manager, OCLC For more information or to register, visit https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/community-through-discovery.… WebJunction is brought to you free of charge by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and the Library of Michigan.

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Stipends
by Amber Alexander 05 Jun '19

05 Jun '19

Do any of the libraries offer travel stipends to program presenters? Or gas cards? As the district, we try to do this; however, various branches have either had the Friends offer a gas card, or the Friends think all programs should be free, that there should be no incentive to the program presenter. I would like to see us be more consistent with what we offer, but also financially manageable for each of the Friends groups and/or library. Also, we were thinking of a stipend price for in-district presenters vs. out-of-district presenters. These would be programs where someone, maybe local, comes in and talks about bees, or quilting, etc. Not the BIG programs where a fee is negotiated up front in scheduling the presenter that around $350 or more. Open to discussion and seeing what other libraries/friends do. Amber Alexander,MLIS Library Director Presque Isle District Library 181 E. Erie Street Rogers City, MI 49779 989.734.2477, 222 www.pidl.org <http://www.pidl.org/>

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Re: [Michlib-l] dress code
by Amber Hughey 05 Jun '19

05 Jun '19

Any of my staff (including myself) can wear jeans as long as they are in good condition. No Tshirts unless they are part of programming, but jeans are acceptable. Amber L Hughey, MLIS Director Bridgeport Public Library 989-777-6030 ---------------------------------------- From: Susan Wess via Michlib-l <michlib-l(a)mcls.org> Sent: 6/3/19 12:41 PM To: "michlib-l(a)mail.mcls.org" <michlib-l(a)mail.mcls.org> Subject: [Michlib-l] dress code any libraries have no problems letting staff wear jeans (not ripped or hole-y) as part of their dress code? thanks. Susan Wess, M.L.I.S. Director 151 Wabash St. Milan, MI 48160 734.439.1240 734.439.5625 -- FAX

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Policy for patrons requesting items from libraries NOT in MEL
by Stephanie 05 Jun '19

05 Jun '19

Greetings everyone -- I'm wondering if any of you have a policy for requests for items from special libraries or out of state libraries. We rarely have such requests, but we've had one patron lately who wants quite a bit of material from non-MEL participating libraries and out of state libraries. I am not inclined to pay to join WorldCat because, again, we rarely get such requests. We have tried to work with this patron on expectations regarding a) how long it will take to receive items that we have to request directly from these institutions and b) up front fees that may be involved with these requests....but I think we need something with a little more authority behind it. I hate setting policy for the exceptions...but in this instance it wouldn't hurt to get something in place for this patron (and any future such requests). So, if any of you have any sample policies you'd be willing to share with me, I'd appreciate it. Thank you in advance, Stephanie Masin - Director Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library 500 Market Street St. Joseph, MI 49085 269-983-7167 smasin(a)sjcity.com

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Owen Intermediate School Wins 2019-20 Model 21st Century School Library Award
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 05 Jun '19

05 Jun '19

[MDE Logo] Press Release Contact: Martin Ackley, Director of Public and Governmental Affairs, 517-241-4395 Bill DiSessa, Spokesperson, 517-335-6649 Owen Intermediate School Wins 2019-20 Model 21st Century School Library Award June 5, 2019 LANSING - The Library of Michigan today announced that, for its innovative collaborations with local educators, the Owen Intermediate School Library Media Center in the Van Buren Public Schools district has won the state's 2019-20 Model 21st Century School Library (SL 21) Award. "The Owen Intermediate School Library Media Center makes use of many resources for a variety of productive collaborations with Language Arts and Social Studies educators in grades five and six," State Librarian Randy Riley said, "and, the library's focus on bringing primary sources to life helped to award it this honor." Riley said that, for instance, school library media specialist Jonathan Richards has done impersonations of historic and mythical figures as part of collaborative Social Studies lessons about Cristopher Columbus and Hades; and, for literature lessons based on Chinese American author Lawrence Yee, Richards introduced students to a collection of Chinese art and currency to broaden their experience of the novel Dragonwings. Riley commended Richards and Principal Melissa Lloyd for providing such quality immersive learning experiences to students in Van Buren Public Schools, located in Belleville. "Learning deeply about people through artifacts, art, and literature helps students understand the world around them. Owen Intermediate School strives to give that high-level experience to its students," he said. The Model SL 21 program recognizes particularly high-quality school libraries and library media specialists; and promotes the development of similar initiatives in other schools. The program is based on the LM's School Library 21st Century benchmarks (www.michigan.gov/sl21<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…>). The Owen Intermediate School Library Media Center holds Exemplary status in the SL 21 program through March 2020. The Library of Michigan staff select the Model SL 21 Library after reviewing applications from school librarians across the state. Applicants provide information such as curriculum, co-teaching activities, community collaboration, and participation in educational associations. Owen Intermediate School staff are available for consultation with and visits from other school librarians and educators who want to learn more about the successful program. Interested persons may contact Jonathan Richards at jrichards(a)vanburenschools.net<mailto:jrichards@vanburenschools.net> or Karren Reish at reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov>. # # # The Library of Michigan is an agency within the Michigan Department of Education and is dedicated to providing the people of this State and their government one perpetual institution to collect and preserve Michigan publications, conduct reference and research and support libraries statewide. To learn more, visit www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…>. * Model 21st Century School Library 2019 press release.pdf<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> ________________________________ [Michigan Department of Education Logo]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> Questions? Contact Us<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> STAY CONNECTED: [https://service.govdelivery.com/banners/GOVDELIVERY/facebook.gif] <http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> [https://service.govdelivery.com/banners/GOVDELIVERY/twitter.gif] <http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> [https://service.govdelivery.com/banners/GOVDELIVERY/youtube.gif] <http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> [https://service.govdelivery.com/banners/GOVDELIVERY/envelope.gif] <http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> ________________________________

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Information on Celebrations
by Brian Johnston 05 Jun '19

05 Jun '19

Hello Everyone, Does your library have a policy on staff celebrations, such as weddings, graduations, retirements, etc. for fellow staff members? How do you collect funds for gifts? Do you have specific amounts you spend, or spending limits? If you have an actual policy on this, please let me know. 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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Retirement Open House for Bryon Sitler
by Erin Schmandt 05 Jun '19

05 Jun '19

You are invited to an open house to celebrate the retirement of Bryon Sitler, director of the White Pine Library Cooperative. Bryon has served as WPLC's director for the last 15+ years. You are invited to the cooperative office at 3210 Davenport Avenue, Saginaw, MI on the afternoon of Wednesday, July 17 anytime between the hours of 3:00pm-5:00pm to give him a happy send off. Light refreshments will be provided. Erin Schmändt President, White Pine Library Cooperative Board Director, Caro Area District Library Caro Area District Library 840 W. Frank Street Caro, MI 48723 (989) 673-4329 ext. 102 FAX (989) 673-4777 [Signature SizeCaro-Area-District-Library-Logo]

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Job Posting - Part-time Librarian
by Jenny Marr 05 Jun '19

05 Jun '19

The Ferndale Area District Library has an opening for a part-time Librarian. The position details are attached. Please excuse cross-postings. FADL is a Class IV library serving a population of around 20,000 in Ferndale, MI. We are looking for a well-rounded librarian who can work the service desks in both the adult and youth areas. Our main need is for weekend coverage, and we want someone who can work independently and be a leader for other staff, functioning as the person in charge in the absence of a supervisor. FADL is open 7 days a week and we want patrons to receive the same excellent customer service regardless of what day of the week they visit. We provide continuing education and development opportunities to our staff so that they may grow and be successful in their career path. Position: Librarian, part-time, about 20 hours per week, but there is some flexibility based on employee’s schedule availability Reports to: Adult and Youth Department Heads Hourly rate: $20 - $24 per hour Application Deadline: Priority given to applications received by June 21, 2019 with interviews to progress quickly, but the position will remain open until filled. Position will start as soon as possible. How to apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and application to Jenny Marr, Library Director: jmarr(a)ferndalepubliclibrary.org Questions may be directed to Jenny Marr at above email or 248-547-6000. *Jenny Marr* Director Ferndale Area District Library (Library) 248-546-2504 (Office) 248-547-6000 www.ferndalepubliclibrary.org

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Make your nominations for the 2019 State History Awards today - deadline July 26
by Historical Society of Michigan 05 Jun '19

05 Jun '19

Remember to make your nominations for the 2019 State History Awards! The deadline for this year's award nominations is July 26. To nominate an individual or organization for a State History Award, <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/State-History-Award-No mination.pdf> please complete and submit the 2019 State History Award Nomination Form. Nominations and supporting materials must be received by Friday, July 26, 2019, at 5 p.m. Nominations received after that date and time will not be accepted, regardless of postmark. 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 are presented at the annual State History Conference and recognize the excellence of achievement by an individual or organization in the collection, preservation, and/or promotion of state and local history. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/awards/state-history-awards/> For more information about the awards, please see our website. _____ _____ 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 State History Award Categories <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/awards/state-history-awards/> For more information about the awards, please see our website. .Lifetime Achievement Award .Distinguished Volunteer Service (Individuals only) .Distinguished Professional Service (Individuals only) .Books: University & Commercial Press .Books: Private Printing .Books: Children & Youth .Businesses .Communications: Printed Periodicals .Communications: Websites .Education: Educational Programs .Education: Educator .Institutions .Local Societies .Media .Restoration/Preservation .Special Programs/Events 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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