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FW: Apply for Libraries Build Business grants and membership in the Policy Corps Cohort III
by Lester, Kathy 03 Dec '19

03 Dec '19

Please see the forwarded message from ALA below: ===== APPLY FOR GRANTS TO ADVANCE SMALL BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN PUBLIC LIBRARIES—GRANTS OF $50K to $150K With funding from Google.org (the philanthropic part of Google), we will fund 10-14 libraries to further develop small business/entrepreneurship programs geared towards low-income and/or underrepresented entrepreneurs. First round applications are brief. http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2019/11/ala-opens-application-librar… APPLY TO BECOME PART OF THE ALA POLICY CORPS, COHORT III ALA is expanding its Policy Corps! Join us in building and amplifying our ability to advocate on key policy issues on behalf of the library community. Participants will focus on issues for which deep and sustained knowledge is necessary to advance ALA policy goals among policymakers. Training and opportunities to participate in targeted national advocacy will be provided to participants. http://www.ala.org/advocacy/ala-policy-corps-application Alan S. Inouye, Ph.D. Senior Director, Public Policy & Government Relations American Library Association 1615 New Hampshire Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20009 202-403-8218 ▪ ainouye(a)alawash.org; ala.org/wo <http://www.ala.org/wo> Follow Me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlanSInouye [image: ala_stacked_color] <http://www.ala.org/aboutala/offices/wo> Kathy Lester, MLIS, MA *Advocacy Chair, Past-President 2014* Michigan Association for Media in Education (MAME) *Region 3 Director* American Association of School Librarians (AASL) *School Library Media Specialist / Technology Coach* *SL21 Model Library, 2017-2018* *SL21 Exemplary Ranking - Michigan School Libraries for the 21st Century 2019-2022* East Middle School, Plymouth-Canton Schools *ISTE Making IT Happen Award Winner* *2017 MAME Michigan School Library Program of the Year* *2012 **State Librarian's Excellence Award Winner* kathyL(a)mimame.org twitter: @LibraryL <https://twitter.com/LibraryL> 810.333.5873

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Deadline Dec 6, 2019 for State Literacy Awards!
by Donna Olson 03 Dec '19

03 Dec '19

Greetings! Ladt chance to apply for the upcoming award opportunity: the State Literacy Awards, sponsored by the Library of Congress. *Nominations must be submitted to the Michigan Center for the book by December 6, 2019!* Applications are available from Tim Gleisner at gleisnert(a)michigan.gov. See below for more details and good luck to all! *The Library of Congress is again sponsoring their State Literacy Awards. If you would like to nominate a program, please contact the Michigan Center for the Book [MCFB] for application forms via Tim Gleisner at **gleisnert(a)michigan.gov <gleisnert(a)michigan.gov>**. * *Nominations must be submitted to MCFB by December 6, 2019 **with award notification in February 2020. Nominees must be non-profits and cannot be an individual.* *Applicants are competing for 10 prizes of $2,225. Only one nominee per state can be submitted to the Library of Congress.* *Past winners are not eligible for 5 years. Sorry Rochester Hills Public Library, you will have to sit this one out after winning your award last year for "Authors in April’!* *Best of luck to you!* *Donna* *Donna Olson, Director* *Salem-South Lyon District Library* 9800 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon, MI 48178 Phone: (248) 437-6431 ext. 206 | Fax: (248) 437-6593 http://www.ssldl.info | https://www.facebook.com/SSLDL https://www.instagram.com/ssldl | https://twitter.com/ssldl https://www.linkedin.com/in/olsondonna/ [image: America's STAR Libraries 2018] <https://www.libraryjournal.com/?detailStory=ljx181101Stars2018Main>

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Hiring for the New Belleville Area District Library
by Amy Greschaw 03 Dec '19

03 Dec '19

Greetings, library community, As some of you may know, the Belleville Area District Library is in the process of building a brand new 31,000 sq. ft. building. The new library is almost complete! We estimate we'll be moving into the new facility toward the middle of January and opening to the public in February. Right now, we're looking to hire some creative, friendly new faces who want to help us shape the future of our library services. Please see the attached job postings, and help us spread the word. Details are pasted below my signature for the benefit of digest-only readers. Amy Greschaw Head of Adult Services Belleville Area District Library 167 4th St. Belleville, MI 48111 (734) 699-3291 JOB POSTING Librarian, Part-Time (Youth and Adult Services Positions Available) Starting Salary: $18.50 /hr. Hours: 20-24 hrs. /week Posted : Wednesday, December 4, 2019 Deadline: Friday, December 20, 2019 The Belleville Area District Library is growing, and we’re looking for dynamic, motivated individuals who want to help us shape the future of our organization. We are currently in the process of completing a new 31,000 square foot building, estimated to open in February, 2020. In addition to the brand new library, this December we are opening a 1,200 square foot satellite media center in Sumpter Township that will provide computer access and materials circulation services to a greater segment of our community. The BADL is a Class V Library, serving a diverse population of 42,000 in Belleville, Van Buren Township, and Sumpter Township. Our staff is highly collaborative and endeavors to provide the public with superior customer service. Responsibilities: · Provides reference, readers’ advisory, and computer assistance to library patrons. · Responsible for collection development of assigned areas, including selection, weeding, and promotion of those materials. · Collaborates with department staff to plan and implement programming. · Contributes content for library webpage and social media to inform users about library programs, collections, and services. · Communicates and works cross-departmentally to ensure a consistent quality of user experience throughout the library. · Collaborates with other library staff as needed on interdepartmental projects and programs. · In charge of the library and staff in the absence of the director, assistant director, and department heads. · Performs outreach to businesses and organizations within the community. · Supervises the pages who shelve department materials. · Stays abreast of library trends and maintains skills through involvement in committees at the The Library Network consortium, at professional development conferences, workshops, or events. Qualifications: · Master of Library Science or equivalent from an American Library Association accredited program. · Possesses or is eligible for a level 2 certificate from the Library of Michigan. · Must demonstrate effective communication skills and an ability and willingness to work collaboratively. · Must have a strong public service orientation. · Enthusiastic, friendly, self-motivated and creative. · Strong obligation to confidentiality. · Tactfulness and adaptability in dealing with colleagues, the Board, and the public. · Strong computer and technology skills, including experience with Microsoft Office applications, internet search techniques, popular email and social media services, and basic troubleshooting of printers, copiers, fax machines, and other library equipment. · Knowledge of digital services available to library users. · Comfortable instructing others in both group and one-on-one settings. · Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, walk, stand, and lift up to 20 pounds. To Apply: Application can be found at [ http://www.belleville.lib.mi.us/about-us/employment/ | www.belleville.lib.mi.us/about-us/employment/ ] Submit cover letter including department preference, resume, and Belleville Area District Library employment application to Amy Greschaw, Head of Adult Services, at [ mailto:agreschaw@belleville.lib.mi.us | agreschaw(a)belleville.lib.mi.us ] . JOB POSTING Library Assistant, Part-Time Starting Salary: $14 /hr. Hours: 10-20 hrs. /week, split between Sumpter media center and main library Posted : Wednesday, December 4, 2019 Deadline: Friday, December 20, 2019 The Belleville Area District Library is growing, and we’re looking for dynamic, motivated individuals who want to help us shape the future of our organization. We are currently in the process of completing a new 31,000 square foot building, estimated to open in February, 2020. In addition to the brand new library, this December we are opening a 1,200 square foot satellite media center in Sumpter Township that will provide computer access and materials circulation services to a greater segment of our community. The BADL is a Class V Library, serving a diverse population of 42,000 in Belleville, Van Buren Township, and Sumpter Township. Our staff is highly collaborative and endeavors to provide the public with superior customer service. Responsibilities: * Provide reference and readers’ advisory services to library users under supervision of librarian staff, in Youth or Adult departments, as assigned. * Maintain an excellent working knowledge of the functions of the library catalog, public computers, personal devices, and digital resources such as databases and downloadable books and assist library users with these resources. * Perform library opening and closing duties. * Assists the librarians and/or department heads with projects as needed. * Maintains and enhances job skills through continuing education activities. * Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: · Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience. · Possesses or is willing to obtain a Level 4 certificate from the Library of Michigan. · Must be able to perform basic troubleshooting of computers and printers. · Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. · Must be comfortable downloading e-books and using other web-related technologies. · Must be self-motivated, industrious, and mature; able to identify projects and work independently. · Must possess good judgment and problem solving abilities. · Must have a strong public service orientation and effective communication skills. · Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, walk, stand, and lift up to 20 pounds. To Apply: Application can be found at [ http://www.belleville.lib.mi.us/about-us/employment/ | www.belleville.lib.mi.us/about-us/employment/ ] Submit cover letter, resume, and Belleville Area District Library employment application to Amy Greschaw, Head of Adult Services, at agreschaw(a)belleville.lib.mi.us.

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Memoir Writing
by Elizabeth Campion 03 Dec '19

03 Dec '19

Does anyone have recommendations for a speaker on writing one's memoirs? If you can, please include location area. Thank you! Elizabeth Elizabeth Campion, Librarian Shelby Township Library 586-739-7414 --

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Windows 10 bibliotheca upgrade quote
by Reed, Nyama 03 Dec '19

03 Dec '19

What is everyone else paying for their Bibliotheca Windows 10 upgrade on their rfid machines? FYI we have 1 patron self-check station and 3 staff rfid pads. If you have Bibliotheca, what “series” do you have? We are considered “Legacy R” series. Our self-check is 6-7 years old. Staff pads are 3 years old. Item ID Item Type Quantity Sale Price Sub Total SCK200400-000-US Legacy R series WIN10 PC upgrade kit $1,848.99 SHP000001-000-US SHIPPING AND ADMINISTRATION $99.00 Total (Less Sales Tax): $1,947.99 Sincerely, Nyama Nyama Y. Reed Library Director N.Reed(a)WFBLibrary.org 414-755-6551 (direct line) [WFB Talks No Back Cropped Small] Whitefish Bay Public Library 5420 North Marlborough Drive Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 414-964-4380 (main line) Our Mission The Whitefish Bay Public Library, as a cornerstone of the community, is dedicated to connecting people of all ages, inspiring a love of learning and providing easy access to ideas, information and resources. *Please be advised electronic mail becomes a "public record" as allowed under public record laws when sent or received as part of normal business processes.

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Retirement Reception for Bryan Dinwoody, Alma Public Library
by Diana Simpson 02 Dec '19

02 Dec '19

The public is cordially invited to a retirement reception for Bryan Dinwoody, director of Alma Public Library, on Thursday, December 12th from 3:30 to 5:30 PM at the library. Photos and library memorabilia will be on display, and a memory book will be available for friends and well wishers to sign during the week prior to as well as during the reception. Thank You, Bryan, for 43 wonderful years of service to the community! Diana Simpson Cataloger/Technical Services Alma Public Library 500 E. Superior St. Alma, MI 48801 989-463-3966

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New Documents for November 2019
by Bruce Sarjeant 02 Dec '19

02 Dec '19

Good Afternoon. . A list of new documents has been posted to the GODORT of Michigan wiki. Of note for November: Great Lakes Observing System Strategic Plan 2020-2025. [Michigan] 2018 Annual Air Quality Report. Long-term care providers and services users in the United States, 2015-2016: data from the National Study of Long-Term Care Providers. The history of CIA’s Office of Strategic Research, 1967-81. Mass attacks in public spaces. Legal Assessment of the Great Lakes Compact and the Great Lakes Commission. How middle class families are faring in today’s economy. http://godortmi.pbworks.com/w/page/137194317/November%202019%20New%20Docume… -- Bruce Sarjeant Reference, Documents & Maps Librarian Lydia Olson Library Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave Marquette, MI 49855 (906) 227-1580 bsarjean(a)nmu.edu

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Wanted: Oxford English Dictionary set
by Pratt, Michele - Staff <michelepratt＠delta.edu> 02 Dec '19

02 Dec '19

Are any libraries planning to discard their Oxford English Dictionary set anytime soon? I'm looking to buy a "new" 1989 set if I don't find a set that is being discarded. Please respond to me directly. Thank you, Michele Michele M. Pratt Manager of Library Programs & Services Delta College Library Learning Information Center (989) 686-9822

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Moving Companies
by Kay Schwartz 02 Dec '19

02 Dec '19

Hi, Everyone, Here are the companies for which I've received good recommendations so far for those of you interested in library moving companies. Library Design Associates - many good experiences related - some people used them for book and shelf moving and hired others to move the rest of the stuff Corrigan Moving - many good recommendations, various offices of Corrigan University Moving and Storage (Dearborn PL used them) Mulder's Moving (out of Kalamazoo) Hallett Movers (out of Chicago) If you check back with me in April, I'll be able to give you the lowdown of who we used and how it went! Kay ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Kay Schwartz Flint Public Library Work 810.249.2038 Cell 810.275.4642

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Yoga in the Library
by Theresa Spiteri-Zaidel 02 Dec '19

02 Dec '19

Hello, We are looking into hosting Yoga Sessions in the library and I'm inquiring for some information from library's that are or have hosted yoga session. Was your Yoga Sessions led by a Yoga Instructor, DVD & Staff led, or both? Benefits? Disadvantages? Was there something in place to handle possible injuries? Liability Insurance? How was the overall turn out? Thanks in advance! Theresa Spiteri-Zaidel Librarian Belleville Area District Library

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