January 2020 - Michlib-l

Webinar: QSAC Information & Update - 1/30/20
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 17 Jan '20

17 Jan '20

Do you want your library recognized for the amazing work you do? Are you looking for a way to promote the achievements of your library with stakeholders? Join us for a 30-minute webinar on the basics of QSAC, the latest benchmark updates and how you library can become a QSAC library. To register, please visit https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.…. QSAC is a voluntary management standards program that assists public libraries by setting benchmarks for Governance & Administration, Human Resources, Services, Collection Development, Technology, Facilities & Equipment and Public Relations. The Library of Michigan recognizes public libraries as they achieve each level. Libraries can be certified at the Essential, Enhanced and Excellent levels. Libraries that meet the qualifications for the Enhanced and Excellent levels receive a plaque to display in their building. Basic requirements for QSAC certification: To achieve certification at a level, a library must meet the requirements for state aid to public libraries, the measures at that level and the measures at all levels below that level. Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Consultant atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov>

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 17 Jan '20

17 Jan '20

Wandoo Reader FREE accounts for public libraries in Michigan are still available for setting up summer reading or any other year-round reading programs your library runs. If interested, please have the library director request an account to be set-up from me at lancasterc5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:lancasterc5@michigan.gov> and I'll send the link/information on how to get that set-up. We will be having staff from Demco doing hands-on training at SRLC<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89737-142226-…>, so make sure you get an account set-up before the conference in April. Our Planet: Earth During April 2020, the STAR Library Network (STAR Net) is celebrating the important role that Earth plays in our lives with a special month-long campaign called, Our Planet: EARTH<http://www.starnetlibraries.org/our-planet-earth/>. This national campaign is an outgrowth of three converging events during April 2020: Citizen Science Month, the 50thAnniversary of Earth Day, and the recent adoption by the American Library Association (ALA) of "sustainability" as a new core value of librarianship. As described by ALA, to be truly sustainable, libraries and their communities need to embody practices that are environmentally sensible, economically viable, and socially equitable. Partners include ALA, SciStarter, Globe Observer, and many others. Libraries across the country can register to join the campaign and access a number of resources including earth science activities, a media toolkit, videos, images, posters, and connections to ALA's SustainRT and citizen science programs. The campaign is sponsored by NASA through STAR Net's NASA@ My Library program that is managed by the Space Science Institute. Campaign goals include: 1) provide libraries with rich and effective resources that they can use to develop engaging environmental programs, 2) promote citizen science opportunities, and 3) build lasting collaborations around environmental sustainability both within the library community and beyond. It will focus on positive, climate-friendly actions that local communities can make such as planting trees, recycling efforts, protecting species and their habitats, safeguarding clean air and water, and engaging in a variety of citizen science projects. Citizen science engages volunteers in the collection and analysis of data relating to the natural world, typically as part of a collaborative project with professional scientists. Citizen scientists of all ages can make amazing discoveries, inspire new projects, and help learners of all ages do real scientific research Learn more & register: http://www.starnetlibraries.org/our-planet-earth/ YALSA The official titles of YALSA's 2020 Amazing Audiobooks<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.l…> and Quick Picks for Reluctant YA Readers<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.l…> lists have been released. Nominees for each list were posted and discussed in blogposts on The Hub<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.l…>. Stay tuned later this month for the release of the 2020 Best Fiction for Young Adults list. In the News How to Spot Fake News<https://forum-network.org/lectures/wgbh-news-forums-how-spot-fake-news/?fbc…> a forum from WGBH News, featuring Library Consultant Christi Showman Farrar from Massachusetts Library System. Meet ALA's new Executive Director<https://ala.informz.net/informzdataservice/onlineversion/ind/bWFpbGluZ2luc3…>: Tracie D. Hall! (started out as a children's librarian!) Grants The Dollar General Literacy Foundation provides funding to public libraries, schools, and nonprofit organizations to support literacy and learning. Two grant programs of interest are currently open. The application deadline for both is February 20. * Dollar General Summer Reading Grants support the creation or expansion of summer reading programs. The maximum award is $3,000, and grants will be announced on May 14. * Dollar General Family Literacy Grants support programs that include all these components: adult education instruction, children's education, and Parent and Child Together Time (PACT). The maximum award is $10,000, and grants will be announced on May 14. For details and to apply for either program: https://www.dgliteracy.org/ Libraries Ready to Code: Digital Literacy Day mini-grants: http://www.ala.org/tools/readytocode/minigrant Ken Haycock Award for Promoting Librarianship: An annual award consisting of $1,000 and a 24k gold-framed citation of achievement honoring an individual for contributing significantly to the public recognition and appreciation of librarianship through professional performance, teaching, and/or writing. Applications are currently open<http://www.ala.org/awardsgrants/awards/109/apply>. The Library of Michigan grants programs are open for 2020/2021! There are three grants programs open for applications this year and detailed information on the grant programs, including the program timeline, applicant eligibility, and the applications, are available at www.michigan.gov/lsta<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…> in the respective grant sections. Money Smart Week Free Books - still available! Sign up today! Money Smart Week 2020 (MSW)<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.goog…> will kick off National Financial Literacy Month. Michigan's MSW Campaign is once again offering Money Smart Kids Read for interested public libraries to incorporate into story times, March 28-April 18, 2020. 2020 title: Save It! A Moneybunny Book by Cinders McLeod. What to do? * Plan your money-themed story time(s) NOW, to take place between March 28-April 18, 2020 - NOTICE THE 3-WEEK WINDOW TO HOST MONEY SMART WEEK PROGRAMS! * Register as a Money Smart Week host partner, TODAY; go to www.MoneySmartWeek.org<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.MoneyS…> and click "GETINVOLVED". You'll receive notices about FREE resources, like BOOKMARKS, POSTERS, and more. * Complete the questionnaire for FREE BOOKS<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle…> and, via RIDES/TLN, we'll send you enough books for each attending family to keep a copy! * Many libraries also plan money-themed programs for TEENS and ADULTS during Money Smart Week. * As soon as you have your story time event planned, before January 30th, enter your event(s) in the MoneySmartWeek.org online event calendar. Even if it's a private event, you MUST enter it in the system. * After your event takes place, it is imperative that you enter your attendance number! * Stay in touch with the Michigan Money Smart Week Campaign! Go to - and LIKE - our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/MoneySmartWeekMichigan<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebo…>. Special THANKS to our generous 7-year-running Money Smart Kids Read underwriting partner, Michigan Credit Unions. Thanks also to the Library of Michigan, Michigan Library Association, and The Library Network & RIDES for their support! Questions may be directed to Michigan Money Smart Week Chair, Kelly Masters; MoneySmartMichigan(a)gmail.com<mailto:MoneySmartMichigan@gmail.com>. LM Youth Services Webinars Stepping Gently Outside of Your Comfort Zone! With Jenifer Strauss<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Tuesday, January 21, 2020 2:00 PM ET So...you have been doing Storytime for years! You have a reliable plan and you have developed your own special storytime groove! That is wonderful! But...maybe it's time shake it up and try something new! In this interactive webinar, Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss will encourage you to step gently out of your comfort zone and create storytime programs with a new twist and some unique razz-a-ma-taz! Jen will be presenting innovative, "Out of the Box" ideas for storytime planning and model NEW use-right-away songs, stories and activities. In this webinar you will: * Learn how to insert cool yoga moves into your next storytime * Add more movement using oddly interactive props and games * Learn to use large group writing projects as a story time finale * Sandwich each storytime with memorable beginnings and endings beyond songs * Collaborate with community partners to offer a Pop-up Storytimes in new and different places! This webinar is recorded for participants that cannot attend live and is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Parade of Elephants: Ready to Read Michigan 2020 with Jenifer Strauss<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> *Kits will be arriving soon to public libraries!! Thursday, February 20, 2020 2:00 PM ET In 2020, the Library of Michigan's Ready to Read Michigan program will feature the book, Parade of Elephants by Kevin Henkes. In this informative and interactive webinar, Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss will feature Parade of Elephants and then share a plethora of ideas to build a storytime for your youngest patrons using this sweet, action-filled story. In this webinar you will: * Be introduced to the book: Parade of Elephants by Kevin Henkes with several examples for how to share it with your youngest patrons and caregivers. * Include the Five Practices with Elephant songs, dances and activities! * Sing and tell other interactive songs and stories that partner well with the featured book. * Learn "Act it Out and Play Options" for the theme that include patterns, counting, colors and opposites. This webinar is recorded for participants that cannot attend live and is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Beyond Storytime: The Care and Feeding of Teens at Your Library with Jenifer Strauss<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Tuesday, March 24, 2020 2:00 PM ET "If you feed them, they might come", but food alone will not keep teens coming back to your library for more! A sense of place, belonging and strong programming will. Don your hard hats and take a journey inside the teenage brain with former sixth grade teacher, Institute on Media and the Family speaker and Storyteller, Jenifer Strauss. Find out "why they act that way" and what it takes to really connect with tweens and teens at your library. In this webinar you will: * Understand the workings of the teenage brain * Learn new programming ideas that will entice teens * Find out how to create a Teen Advocacy Group & attract teen volunteers * Discover ways to funnel teen creativity into programs that focus on contribution * Learn how to collaborate with community partners that offer what teens need This webinar is recorded for participants that cannot attend live and is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. "Without love, there is no reason to know anyone, for love will in the end connect us to our neighbors, our children and our hearts." ~ Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 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/> Add your thoughts to a review and updating of the state's strategic plan to make Michigan a Top 10 education state. Take a quick survey<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.surve…> to offer your input. [cid:image001.jpg@01D5CD2F.4BE87460]

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MODERATOR INPUT RE: gross question for the collective brain
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 17 Jan '20

17 Jan '20

Thank you to Lisa for introducing a topic that all libraries face and that is legitimate and needs to be addressed. Please remember that it is a best practice on Michlib-l to respond directly (and only) to the original poster when a question is asked. Sonya, Michlib-l moderator 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<https://mel.org/> http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/> Add your thoughts to a review and updating of the state’s strategic plan to make Michigan a Top 10 education state. Take a quick survey<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.surve…> to offer your input. [cid:image003.jpg@01D5C6E1.992FB700] From: michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org <michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org> On Behalf Of Christian Dunham via Michlib-l Sent: Friday, January 17, 2020 10:13 AM To: michlib-l(a)mcls.org Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] gross question for the collective brain Last month we had repeated incident of someone smearing their feces on the outside of the bowl, underneath, so you smelled it before you saw it…. Christian Dunham | Director Bullard Sanford Memorial Library facebook.com/vassarlibrary www.vassarlibrary.org<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.vassar…> 989-823-2171 From: michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> [mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] On Behalf Of Paul Konkolesky via Michlib-l Sent: Thursday, January 16, 2020 2:32 PM To: Julie Censke via Michlib-l <michlib-l(a)mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>>; Lisa Waskin <lisaw(a)uproc.lib.mi.us<mailto:lisaw@uproc.lib.mi.us>> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] gross question for the collective brain Okay, am I the only one thinking "of course a place a place called Colon Township" would have poop incidents? I can't be the only one... 😉 Enjoy your day, Paul Konkolesky Branch Librarian Warren Public Library, Civic Center Branch One City Square, Suite 100 Warren, MI 48093 586-751-0770 extension 5007 ________________________________ From: michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> <michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org>> on behalf of Julie Censke via Michlib-l <michlib-l(a)mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> Sent: Thursday, January 16, 2020 1:48 PM To: 'michlib-l' <michlib-l(a)mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>>; Lisa Waskin <lisaw(a)uproc.lib.mi.us<mailto:lisaw@uproc.lib.mi.us>> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] gross question for the collective brain How about, "For water voiding only." Sorry, you are dealing with this. We had "poop incidents" in the past, and it was just awful. Thank God for Serve Pro. Julie Censke Library Director Colon Township Library (269) 432-3958 ________________________________ From: michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> <michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org>> on behalf of Lisa Waskin via Michlib-l <michlib-l(a)mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> Sent: Thursday, January 16, 2020 1:40 PM To: 'michlib-l' <michlib-l(a)mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> Subject: [Michlib-l] gross question for the collective brain Why does the life of a librarian always come down to poop?! So, we are having an issue with patrons using the urinal for purposes of depositing number 2 lately. We are trying to come up with wording for a sign. Has anyone else ever had this issue and/or have some ideas for wording? I mean you would think this would be a no brainer, but then again, if you are pooping in a urinal, your brain cells are under question. Sorry for the gross factor, but at least it may give some of you a laugh and a “my day could be a lot worse right now” moment. Thanks from above the bridge, Lisa Lisa Waskin, Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Ph. (906) 632-9331 Fax (906) 635-0210 lisaw(a)uproc.lib.mi.us<mailto:lisaw@uproc.lib.mi.us>

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CD shelving for sale $150
by Andrea Estelle 17 Jan '20

17 Jan '20

Hi Everyone, We are selling our Music CD shelving, as is (with the labels still on it). $150 or best offer, you come get it and move it. Thanks for considering! Andrea Andrea Estelle, MLIS Brighten the Corner Where You Are! Library Director · Otsego District Public Library INNOVATE · INTERACT · INSPIRE 401 Dix Street, Otsego MI 49078 (269) 694-9690 <https://otsegolibrary.org/> https://otsegolibrary.org/ _____________________________________________________________

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Great Conversations Books up for grabs
by Stacy Pasche 17 Jan '20

17 Jan '20

We have the following Great Conversations books available. If interested, let me know and send your rides number. 5 copies Great Conversations Vol. 1 4 copies Great Conversations Vol. 2 6 copies Great Conversations Vol. 3 3 copies Great Conversations Vol 4 5 copies 7 Deadly Sins 2 copies Even Deadlier 2 copies Short Story Omnibus 2009 Thanks! -- Stacy Pasche, Library Director *Benzie Shores District Library* *630 Main St.* *Frankfort, MI 49635* *ph: (231) 352-4671* *"Sometimes its fun to do the impossible." - Walt Disney*

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Re: [Michlib-l] gross question for the collective brain
by Christian Dunham 17 Jan '20

17 Jan '20

Last month we had repeated incident of someone smearing their feces on the outside of the bowl, underneath, so you smelled it before you saw it…. Christian Dunham | Director Bullard Sanford Memorial Library facebook.com/vassarlibrary <http://www.vassarlibrary.org/> www.vassarlibrary.org 989-823-2171 From: michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] On Behalf Of Paul Konkolesky via Michlib-l Sent: Thursday, January 16, 2020 2:32 PM To: Julie Censke via Michlib-l <michlib-l(a)mcls.org>; Lisa Waskin <lisaw(a)uproc.lib.mi.us> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] gross question for the collective brain Okay, am I the only one thinking "of course a place a place called Colon Township" would have poop incidents? I can't be the only one... 😉 Enjoy your day, Paul Konkolesky Branch Librarian Warren Public Library, Civic Center Branch One City Square, Suite 100 Warren, MI 48093 586-751-0770 extension 5007 _____ From: michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> <michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> > on behalf of Julie Censke via Michlib-l <michlib-l(a)mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org> > Sent: Thursday, January 16, 2020 1:48 PM To: 'michlib-l' <michlib-l(a)mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org> >; Lisa Waskin <lisaw(a)uproc.lib.mi.us <mailto:lisaw@uproc.lib.mi.us> > Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] gross question for the collective brain How about, "For water voiding only." Sorry, you are dealing with this. We had "poop incidents" in the past, and it was just awful. Thank God for Serve Pro. Julie Censke Library Director Colon Township Library (269) 432-3958 _____ From: michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> <michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> > on behalf of Lisa Waskin via Michlib-l <michlib-l(a)mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org> > Sent: Thursday, January 16, 2020 1:40 PM To: 'michlib-l' <michlib-l(a)mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org> > Subject: [Michlib-l] gross question for the collective brain Why does the life of a librarian always come down to poop?! So, we are having an issue with patrons using the urinal for purposes of depositing number 2 lately. We are trying to come up with wording for a sign. Has anyone else ever had this issue and/or have some ideas for wording? I mean you would think this would be a no brainer, but then again, if you are pooping in a urinal, your brain cells are under question. Sorry for the gross factor, but at least it may give some of you a laugh and a “my day could be a lot worse right now” moment. Thanks from above the bridge, Lisa Lisa Waskin, Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Ph. (906) 632-9331 Fax (906) 635-0210 lisaw(a)uproc.lib.mi.us <mailto:lisaw@uproc.lib.mi.us>

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Survey gauging interest in a Tableau Boot Camp for Summer, 2020
by Stephanie Church 17 Jan '20

17 Jan '20

*Calling all Library Professionals! We are gauging your interest in a Tableau Boot Camp, sponsored by Case Western Reserve University’s Kelvin Smith Library.* Do you work in Tableau daily? Have you always wanted to use Tableau but were concerned about the learning curve and time commitment? Are you interested in improving your skills? No matter what level of knowledge or expertise a Tableau Boot Camp might be a place for you! Kelvin Smith Library (KSL) at Case Western Reserve University is gauging interest in a one-day, informal Tableau boot camp for library professionals in the summer, 2020. The hope is to bring together library professionals to network, learn from each other and share practical applications for Tableau. This day might include presentations, posters and hands-on, interactive workshops on how to analyze and visualize data in your library using Tableau. Some potential topics include connecting Sierra to Tableau, mapping space usage data, and assessing international impact. Please fill out the survey <https://cwru.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cLO0f5TTY5omn3f> if you might be interested in attending. This is neither a commitment that the event will happen nor that you will attend, we are just gauging your interest. The survey runs through February 14, 2020 and should only take about 2 minutes to complete. We thank you for your time and interest. Best regards, The KSL Informal Librarian Tableau Club -- Stephanie Church Acquisitions Librarian (216)368-3514 https://public.tableau.com/profile/stephanie.church#!/

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Credit Card Transactions
by Lyons Library 17 Jan '20

17 Jan '20

Hello everyone! My name is Jennifer Kreiner and I have recently been appointed as the new Director for the Lyons Township District Library. I had a question in regards to credit card transactions for our patrons. We are familiar with Square but does anyone know of any other credit card processing companies that are available? If so, we would greatly appreciate it if you would let us know. Thanks so much! Jennifer Kreiner Director Lyons Township District Library (989) 855-3414

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ALA News: ALA Appoints Tracie D. Hall as Executive Director
by Jennifer L. Dean 16 Jan '20

16 Jan '20

ALA appoints Tracie D. Hall as Executive Director<http://bit.ly/3aaElhQ> The American Library Association is pleased to announce the appointment of Tracie D. Hall as its executive director, effective Feb. 24, 2020. Following a nationwide search, Hall was selected to succeed Mary W. Ghikas, who has worked for ALA since 1995 and served as executive director since January 2018. Hall is the first female African American executive director in ALA’s history. “We are thrilled to be welcoming Tracie back to the ALA family,” said ALA President Wanda K. Brown. “Her unique combination of philanthropy and library know-how position her to be the leader ALA needs today. She is optimistic, energizing, and innovative, qualities that will serve the association well as it continues its investments in advocacy, development, and information technology.” Hall is no stranger to libraries, or to ALA. Over the years she has worked at the Seattle Public Library, the New Haven Free Library, Queens Public Library and Hartford Free Public Library. In 1998, she was among the first cohort of ALA’s Spectrum Scholars, a grant program to diversify librarianship, and she served as the director of ALA’s Office for Diversity in the early 2000s. Most recently, Hall directed the culture portfolio at the Chicago-based Joyce Foundation, developing new grant programs designed to catalyze and scale neighborhood-based arts venues, cultural programming and creative entrepreneurship. A civic leader in Chicago, Hall was appointed to serve on the City of Chicago’s Cultural Advisory Council at the beginning of 2020. Hall has also served in multiple roles in academia, including as assistant dean of Dominican’s Graduate School of Library and Information Science in River Forest, Illinois. Read more<http://bit.ly/3aaElhQ> OIF responds to Missouri legislation that proposes policies and procedures that threaten access to information<http://bit.ly/2u5513a> Missouri House Bill 2044, introduced on Jan. 8, 2020, proposes the creation of five-member “parental library review boards” to identify “age-inappropriate” public library materials and restrict access to those materials. The bill proposes criminal prosecution for librarians who make those materials available to minors and would deny funding to libraries that do not employ parental library review boards to restrict access to their materials. The American Library Association’s Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF) has released the following statement concerning Missouri House Bill 2044. Read more<http://bit.ly/2u5513a> U.S. Senate confirms ALA Member Crosby Kemper III as new IMLS director<http://bit.ly/2FQRu1C> The U.S. Senate has confirmed the nomination of American Library Association (ALA) member and Kansas City Public Library CEO Crosby Kemper III as director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), the primary source of federal support for the nation’s libraries and museums. “ALA congratulates Crosby Kemper on his new position as Director of IMLS,” said ALA President Wanda Brown. “We are excited to work with a proven library leader to head the federal agency charged with equipping our nation’s 120,000 libraries as centers of lifelong learning, research and innovation.” Read more<http://bit.ly/2FQRu1C> Libraries Ready to Code Opens Call for Applications: Mini-Grants for Digital Skills Programs<http://bit.ly/362lx0S> In advance of Digital Learning Day, ALA is opening a call for applications for $700 mini-grants to school, tribal, public, and academic libraries to design and implement programs using Google’s Applied Digital Skills resources. Applications are due Feb. 14, and up to 290 eligible libraries will be selected to deliver at least 4 sessions throughout the programming they develop (e.g., drop in, multiple sessions, a spring break camp, or weekend workshop) that prepares learners of all ages to use technology tools. Digital Learning Day, to be held Feb. 27, 2020, is an annual event that promotes the effective use of technology tools to enhance learning experiences for youth. Since 2012, Digital Learning Day has served as a platform for showcasing innovative and impactful approaches to incorporating technology to enhance learning and opportunity for all. Read more<http://bit.ly/362lx0S> Lucas and Warmack Seek 2021-2022 AASL Presidency<http://bit.ly/2sqOI07> Jennisen Lucas and Phoebe B. Warmack will seek the 2021-2022 AASL presidential term during the 2020 American Library Association (ALA) election. Read more<http://bit.ly/2sqOI07> PLA opens registration for 2020 Virtual Conference<http://bit.ly/36TJYz7> The Public Library Association (PLA) is offering an alternative opportunity for public library workers who are unable to attend the PLA 2020 Conference in Nashville, Tenn. PLA will present a condensed, live, online conference experience—the PLA 2020 Virtual Conference— Feb. 27-28. The PLA Virtual Conference will consist of live programming, including five 60-minute-long programs each day, plus author interviews and opportunities for networking. Programs are chosen from among the highest rated in PLA’s session preference survey. Read more<http://bit.ly/36TJYz7> YALSA names 2020 Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults <http://bit.ly/36X0tdu>The list, aimed towards young adults aged 12-18, consists of 35 titles; with 30 fiction and 5 nonfiction audiobooks, selected from 63 official nominations. Read more<http://bit.ly/36X0tdu> YALSA announces 2020 Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers <http://bit.ly/2t8irvd>The list of 64 titles, which identifies titles aimed at encouraging reading among teens who dislike to read, is drawn from 133 official nominations. Read more<http://bit.ly/2t8irvd> ACRL sponsors 2020 ALA Emerging Leaders<http://bit.ly/36UDiR5> The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) and its sections are sponsoring nine members to participate in 2020 class of American Library Association (ALA) Emerging Leaders. The program is designed to enable library staff and information workers to participate in project planning work groups, network with peers, gain an inside look into ALA structure, and have an opportunity to serve the profession in a leadership capacity early in their careers. Read more<http://bit.ly/36UDiR5> ALSC releases white paper on an Outreach Model Serving All Children and Families <http://bit.ly/2uRoiFr>The Association for Library Service to Children has released a white paper titled, Engage, Cultivate, Provide, and Assess: An Outreach Model for Serving All Children and Families. The white paper outlines a research-based model of outreach development for libraries to connect services with children and families, particularly for those in underserved communities. The model was based on research that examined how libraries are going outside of their walls and into the community to reach and serve children and families in underserved communities who are not currently using the library. 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people counters
by Maggie McKeithan 16 Jan '20

16 Jan '20

We're in the market for a new people counter at our front door. Currently, we use a magnet to physically check the counter at the end of each day. We would like one a little more high-tech, so we could access reports online and track traffic by the hour. What kind of people counter do you have? Would you recommend it? Do you know the approximate cost? Let me know! Thanks in advance, Maggie McKeithan Library Director Spring Lake District Library 616-846-5770 extension 1161

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