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MCLS Offices closing at 3PM 8/30
by Jackie Licalzi 30 Aug '19

30 Aug '19

Hello all, The MCLS offices will be closing today at 3:00 PM. We will be back on Tuesday, September 3 to answer your MeLCat, MeL eResources, and RIDES questions. MeLCat: melcathelp(a)mcls.org RIDES: https://mcls.org/rideshelp MeL eResources: meldatabaseshelp(a)mcls.org Group Purchasing: services(a)mcls.org MCLS Training: training(a)mcls.org Thanks - Jackie Jackie Licalzi MeLCat System Administrator Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 800-530-9019 Ext 146 licalzij(a)mcls.org<mailto:licalzij@mcls.org>

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Registration Links -- Talk About Friends and Trustees Meetings in Charlevoix, Oct 10-11
by White, Shannon (MDE) 30 Aug '19

30 Aug '19

Below you can find links to both the Talk About Friends FOML event and the Talk About Trustees Trustee Alliance event. Each day has a separate registration form. Please pass along to your Friends and Trustees. Both of these events are free for attendees but we appreciate registrations in advance to help with planning purposes. Those interested can also find a list of hotels near the library linked from the bottom of each registration page. For updates be sure to follow Friends of Michigan Libraries (FOML) on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/FOMLibraries or @FOMLibraries. Shannon Shannon White Library of Michigan www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.335.1507 Whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov> From: White, Shannon (MDE) <WhiteS29(a)michigan.gov> Sent: Thursday, August 29, 2019 9:33 PM To: michlib-l(a)mcls.org Subject: Talk About Friends and Trustees Meetings in Charlevoix, Oct 10-11 Registration is now open for the fall Friends of Michigan Libraries "Talk about Friends" and "Talk about Trustees" meetings. The events will be held at the Charlevoix Public Library on October 10 & 11. Attendance is free, but FOML asks that you register so they can keep a good count on needed materials and refreshments. You can find details on the agenda, content, and registration below for each day. We hope to see you in October in Charlevoix. Please pass along to your library friends and trustees. AGENDA -- Talk About Friends - An Open-Sharing Discussion about Friends of the Library Thursday, October 10, 2019, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. at the Charlevoix Public Library, 220 Clinton St., Charlevoix, MI 49720 1:00 p.m. Welcome from Jill Stodt, President, Friends of Michigan Libraries, Rebecca Higgerson, FOML "Talk About Friends" Coordinator, Clare Membiela, Library Law Consultant, Library of Michigan 1:15 p.m. Tom Roberts, President, Friends of the Brandon Township Public Library 1:30 p.m. Fundraising (full group discussion) - What are your Friends most successful fundraising projects? 2:25 p.m. Break 2:40 p.m. Giving back (full group discussion) - What library gift requests have your Friends funded? 3:30 p.m. Adjournment REGISTER HERE: https://fomlevents.org/events/talk-about-friends-2019/<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffomlevent…> AGENDA -- Talk About Trustees, An Open-Sharing Discussion about Library Boards of Trustees Friday, October 11, 2019, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Charlevoix Public Library, 220 Clinton St., Charlevoix, MI 49720 9:30 a.m. - Welcome from Jill Stodt, President, Friends of Michigan Libraries, Linda Adams, Director, Charlevoix Public Library, Clare Membiela, Library Law Consultant, Library of Michigan 9:40 a.m. - Key Roles of Library Trustees & The Trustee Manual - Clare Membiela 10:00 a.m. - Table Talk I Have your Trustees worked with the Director to develop a long-range plan or a strategic plan for the growth and development of the library? Do your Trustees actively engage as advocates for your library and encourage members to contact their legislators regarding legislation that might impact your library? Are the Friends involved in advocacy? What issues are challenging for your library board of trustees? How does your library board provide clear and up-to-date information to the community about the library's budget, services, long-range goals, etc.? Has your library board undertaken a millage or bond issue campaign for the improvement of library services? 10:45 a.m. - Break 11:00 a.m. - Table Talk II 11:45 a.m. - Summation of Table Talk Topics/Issues and Q & A Time 12:30 p.m. - Adjournment REGISTER HERE: https://fomlevents.org/events/talk-about-trustees-2019/ You can also find a list of hotels in the area on each of the registration pages. Shannon ------------------------------------------- Shannon White Library Development Manager Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…> 517.335.1507, whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov>

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Talk About Friends and Trustees Meetings in Charlevoix, Oct 10-11
by White, Shannon (MDE) 29 Aug '19

29 Aug '19

Registration is now open for the fall Friends of Michigan Libraries “Talk about Friends” and “Talk about Trustees” meetings. The events will be held at the Charlevoix Public Library on October 10 & 11. Attendance is free but FOML asks that you register so they can keep a good count on needed materials and refreshments. You can find details on the agenda, content, and registration below. We hope to see you in October in Charlevoix. Please pass along to your library friends and trustees. AGENDA -- Talk About Friends - An Open-Sharing Discussion about Friends of the Library Thursday, October 10, 2019, 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. at the Charlevoix Public Library, 220 Clinton St., Charlevoix, MI 49720 1:00 p.m. Welcome from Jill Stodt, President, Friends of Michigan Libraries, Rebecca Higgerson, FOML “Talk About Friends” Coordinator, Clare Membiela, Library Law Consultant, Library of Michigan 1:15 p.m. Tom Roberts, President, Friends of the Brandon Township Public Library 1:30 p.m. Fundraising (full group discussion) - What are your Friends most successful fundraising projects? 2:25 p.m. Break 2:40 p.m. Giving back (full group discussion) - What library gift requests have your Friends funded? 3:30 p.m. Adjournment REGISTER HERE: https://fomlevents.org/events/talk-about-friends-2019/ AGENDA -- Talk About Trustees, An Open-Sharing Discussion about Library Boards of Trustees Friday, October 11, 2019, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Charlevoix Public Library, 220 Clinton St., Charlevoix, MI 49720 9:30 a.m. – Welcome from Jill Stodt, President, Friends of Michigan Libraries, Linda Adams, Director, Charlevoix Public Library, Clare Membiela, Library Law Consultant, Library of Michigan 9:40 a.m. – Key Roles of Library Trustees & The Trustee Manual - Clare Membiela 10:00 a.m. – Table Talk I Have your Trustees worked with the Director to develop a long-range plan or a strategic plan for the growth and development of the library? Do your Trustees actively engage as advocates for your library and encourage members to contact their legislators regarding legislation that might impact your library? Are the Friends involved in advocacy? What issues are challenging for your library board of trustees? How does your library board provide clear and up-to-date information to the community about the library’s budget, services, long-range goals, etc.? Has your library board undertaken a millage or bond issue campaign for the improvement of library services? 10:45 a.m. – Break 11:00 a.m. – Table Talk II 11:45 a.m. – Summation of Table Talk Topics/Issues and Q & A Time 12:30 p.m. – Adjournment ------------------------------------------- Shannon White Library Development Manager Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.335.1507, whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov>

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Endowment establishment questions
by Donna Olson 29 Aug '19

29 Aug '19

Hello Directors, We met with the Community Foundation of Southeastern Michigan and discussed establishing an endowment as, I understand, several of you have. Would you mind sharing your experience off-list? Thanks for taking the time to respond. Here are some of the questions we have: What are the advantages to establishing an endowment with a foundation? Was your foundation endowment initially library-funded or donor-funded? What was your initial investment? Does your library add to the established endowment or only donors add to the endowment? Do you take in-house fundraising campaign proceeds (gift money) and add to your foundation endowment? Basically, do you use library funds to fund the endowment? Did your library experience an increase in giving since the endowment? Is it static or did it generate more gifts? If you have had an endowment pre-2011, what is your experience before 2011 and since 2011? Over the last 5 years? Do you promote the endowment as an option in your Annual Appeal campaign? If so, has it generated donations? Do you have data that supports an increase in their giving as a result of offering an endowment option? Finally, what is the "goal" of your endowment? Thanks in advance. *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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IT Staffing
by Mulliken District Library 29 Aug '19

29 Aug '19

We are a small library located west of Lansing (about 20 miles), and are in need of an IT person to help with our internet and computer issues, as needed. We do not have enough of a need to actually have our own on staff. Does anyone have a person who contracts this type of work for them? Any information you could share would be much appreciated! Thank you! Dawn Mulliken District Library mulldistlib(a)gmail.com 517-649-8611

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MeL Minute: Updates to the eResources page functionality
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 29 Aug '19

29 Aug '19

[A close up of text on a white background Description automatically generated]We are constantly refining MeL.org functionality to improve its usefulness to you. After watching librarians interact with the eResources page, we became aware of problems that required changes to how that page works. In the last couple of months we have upgraded this page and we believe we've improved its usability. If you haven't checked out the eResources page since the Spring, we hope you'll be pleasantly surprised! Alphabet Links o Are now anchor links only and do not limit your search results to that letter (which required the user to click on "Clear Filters" to see all results again) o Moved below drop down searches by Subject/Audience and Vendor "All Subjects" drop down o Changed to "All Subjects/Audiences" (and "Search for eResources by Subject or Vendor" header changed to "Search for eResource by Subject, Audience, or Vendor") o Reference Centers and a Popular option added to drop down "Clear Filter" o Moved this option up to the same line item as the drop down searches o Now, there is no conflict with both an alphabet search and a subject search so you don't need to use this option as often eResources Help o We're bringing back videos, websites, and ancillary materials that support knowledge about, and use of, the eResources. Watch for more to be added! "Popular eResources" suggestions have been removed as we got feedback that this took up too much room. Brought to you by the MeL Team. Supporting Michigan Libraries by Putting You First. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for the next MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, visit http://mel.org<http://mel.org/>, or sign up for the MeL Minute and other Library of Michigan e-mail lists via GovDelivery<https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/subscriber/new>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. MeL eResources are available to Michigan residents or for Michigan library or school access only. #IMLSGrant 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/> [cid:image004.png@01D55E89.18BCBB10]Visit the Michigan Parent Dashboard for School Transparency Your Window to Important School Information and Facts Learn more at: http://www.MISchoolData.org/ParentDashboard<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mischo…>

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Library Card Sign-Up at Outreach Events
by Jessica Pasek 29 Aug '19

29 Aug '19

Hello! I would like to start signing people up for library cards when attending outreach events. We recently acquired a hotspot and I thought this would be an awesome way to use it. Has/does anyone else do this? Has it been successful? Thanks! Jessie Pasek Marketing and Adult Outreach Specialist Lincoln Township Public Library 2099 W. John Beers Road Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 429-9575 jpasek(a)lincolnlib.org

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Summer Reading 2020 Ideas
by Anna Merritt 29 Aug '19

29 Aug '19

Hello All, I know most of us are still licking our wounds from this year's summer reading. However, looking forward to next year's topics: fantasy, mythology, and fairytales... I was wondering if anyone had any resources, presenter suggestions, or ideas they could pass along for ADULT PROGRAMS on these topics (something I am struggling to think of ideas for) Any feedback would be appreciated. :) Anna Merritt Assistant Director Richland Community Library 8951 Park Street Richland, MI 49083 (269) 629-9085 https://www.richlandlibrary.org/ -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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Library Director position open-Kirkwood (Missouri) Public Library
by Jobeth Bradbury 29 Aug '19

29 Aug '19

Library Director-Kirkwood Public Library Share your passion for service as the next Director of the Kirkwood Public Library<https://kirkwoodpubliclibrary.org/> (Missouri). The nine-member Board of Trustees seeks a Director who will embrace a focus on thoughtful, sustainable library services and programs for all Kirkwood residents. Diversity and inclusivity are key as the Library adopts its new 2020 Strategic Plan moving the Library into the future while respecting its tradition. Serving the 27,000 residents of Kirkwood from a single location, the 45 member staff offer cutting edge technologies and excellent digital and print collections supported by an annual $2 million operating budget. The Library is also a member of the nine-library Municipal Library Consortium allowing it to expand its holdings to its customers. Additional support comes from a large volunteer corps, the bookstore (Books & Beyond), and passport services. Our community. Located in Southwest St. Louis County, Kirkwood, Missouri (nine square miles) is home to a vibrant small town atmosphere with strong community involvement. The area boasts high property values, quality public and private schools, safe neighborhoods and exceptional City services. More than 300 acres of park land can be found throughout the community, from a large central park that includes an aquatic center, ice rink, outdoor amphitheater, ball fields, tennis courts, picnic sites, and playground areas, to smaller neighborhood parks. The Downtown Kirkwood Business District is on the National Register of Historic Places and is home to many restaurants and shops as well as the Kirkwood Farmers' Market. The Kirkwood area is the perfect place to live, work and play. For more information about the Library and the area, visit Kirkwood Links<http://www.bradburymiller.com/kirkwoodlinks.htm>. Responsibilities. The Director is responsible for all aspects of the Library's administration in support of the Board approved mission statement and policies. Broad areas for concentration include Public Service, Administrative Management, Staff Management, Collection Development, and Board Support. See the Position Description<http://www.bradburymiller.com/kirkwoodjobdesc.pdf> for further details. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include a Master's in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program and four years of experience in an administrative capacity. The Director must have sound decision-making skills; proven ability to recruit and retain staff through mentoring, coaching and supervising; a commitment to a high level of public service; budgeting and finance experience; support for diversity and inclusivity as core values; and a desire to be the Library's representative to external organizations and agencies. Experience reporting to a governing board is preferred. Compensation. The hiring range is $75,400-95,650 with an excellent benefits package. For further information, contact 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> on or before the closing date of October 20, 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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Michigan History Alliance Training and Networking Meetings Coming This Fall. Sign up today!
by HSM Main 29 Aug '19

29 Aug '19

<http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michigan-history-alliance/> cid:image004.jpg@01D3A5AC.FF91CEA0 Don't miss these upcoming Michigan History AllianceT meetings! Northern - September 10 Eastern Upper Peninsula - September 11 Western Upper Peninsula - September 12 For other regions, please see the chart below. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michigan-history-alliance/> The Michigan History AllianceT is a regionalized program that helps our member organizations preserve and promote history by fostering collaboration, sharing information and best practices, and providing training for their staff and volunteers. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michigan-history-alliance/#form> Easily register online on our website. Each regional alliance meets at least twice a year to bring together representatives from HSM member historical organizations in several counties. The Alliance meetings take place in the morning and consist of a networking session and a featured speaker. The speaker will offer further insights on a topic of concern or opportunity, and the networking and collaboration portion allows for conversations among a region's historical organizations. Attendance at a Michigan History Alliance meeting is FREE of charge for current member organizations of HSM. Since the Alliance is a benefit for HSM member organizations, membership is required for participation. Attendees must represent a member historical organization in order to attend the Alliance meeting in the morning. The afternoon workshops are open to ALL! There is a fee to attend the History Skills Workshops. To further the educational experience of the Alliance meetings, a separate three-hour History Skills Workshop will be offered in the afternoon. Taught by authorities in the field, the History Skills Workshops provide in-depth training on such topics as exhibit design, collections management, fundraising, and websites. There is a fee to attend the History Skills Workshops, which are open to members and nonmembers alike. For more information about the program or to sign up for a meeting, call (800) 692-1828 or e-mail <mailto:alliance@hsmichigan.org> alliance(a)hsmichigan.org. Or use the links below to register on our website. Upcoming Fall Alliance Meetings. Northern Tuesday, September 10 <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michigan-history-alliance/#form> Sign up for this meeting. Charlevoix Historic Train Depot, 305 Chicago Ave., Charlevoix, MI 49720 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/#form> Sign up for the afternoon workshop: House Histories & Walking Tours. Eastern Upper Peninsula Wednesday, September 11 <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michigan-history-alliance/#form> Sign up for this meeting. Top of the Lake Snowmobile Museum, W11660 US 2, Naubinway, MI 49762 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/#form> Sign up for the afternoon workshop: House Histories & Walking Tours. Western Upper Peninsula Thursday, September 12 <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michigan-history-alliance/#form> Sign up for this meeting. Chassell Heritage Center, 42373 N Hancock St., Chassell, MI 49916 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/#form> Sign up for the afternoon workshop: House Histories & Walking Tours. Southwestern Tuesday, October 22 <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michigan-history-alliance/#form> Sign up for this meeting. St. Joseph County Historical Society, 34 N Main St., Three Rivers, MI 49093 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/#form> Sign up for the afternoon workshop: Using PastPerfect: Figuring Out Your Collections Software. Western Wednesday, October 23 <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michigan-history-alliance/#form> Sign up for this meeting. Fighting Falcon Military Museum, 516 W Cass St., Greenville, MI 48838 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/#form> Sign up for the afternoon workshop: Historic House Management. Central Thursday, October 24 <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michigan-history-alliance/#form> Sign up for this meeting. Eaton County's Museum at Courthouse Square, 100 W Lawrence Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/#form> Sign up for the afternoon workshop: Oral History 201. Southeastern Tuesday, November 5 <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michigan-history-alliance/#form> Sign up for this meeting. Monroe County Museum, 126 S Monroe St., Monroe, MI 48161 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/#form> Sign up for the afternoon workshop: Taming the Chaos: Collections Management for Small Museums. Metro Detroit Wednesday, November 6 <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michigan-history-alliance/#form> Sign up for this meeting. Plymouth Historical Museum, 155 S Main St., Plymouth, MI 48170 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/#form> Sign up for the afternoon workshop: The Fabric of History: Caring for Historic Textiles. Great Lakes Bay & Thumb Thursday, November 7 <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michigan-history-alliance/#form> Sign up for this meeting. Maccabees Hall Museum, 6733 Prospect St., Caseville, MI 48725 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/#form> Sign up for the afternoon workshop: Fading Photos: How to Identify, Scan, and Archive Historical Photographs. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michigan-history-alliance/#form> Easily register online on our website. Keep the networking going! <https://www.facebook.com/groups/151988005502825/?source_id=182113521813823> Join the conversation in our Michigan History Alliance Facebook group! _____ cid:image001.jpg@01CF8A43.BF828E40 _____ 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 7435 Westshire Drive . Lansing, MI 48917 Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370 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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