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United For Libraries Website Issue
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 05 Aug '19

05 Aug '19

Hello! The United for Libraries website at http://www,ala.org/united is having some problems with its STATEWIDE MEMBERSHIP page (This page is accessed via the button labeled "Statewide Members" at the top right of the United for Libraries homepage.) The problem informs users that hey don't have access to the page - even when logged in. HOWEVER, users may still access these materials using the "Trustees," "Friends," and "Foundation" buttons located in the upper right of the United for Libraries page. United for Libraries is working on the problem. If users have any questions, or problems with access, please contact membielac(a)michigan.gov<mailto:membielac@michigan.gov>. or United for Libraries at 1-800-545-2433, X2161 Thanks! Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. [MAFIlogoJPG.jpg] Free Family Resources for Navigating the World of Special Education. email:info@michiganallianceforfamilies.org,<mailto:info@michiganallianceforfamilies.org,> visit www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…>, or call us at 1-800-552-4821.

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Registration is open for New & Advanced Director Workshops
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 05 Aug '19

05 Aug '19

Greetings! Registration is open for the 2019 New & Advanced Director workshops! Register now for the New Director<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/event.jsp?event=103&> and Advanced Director<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/event.jsp?event=247&> workshops. All new (or new to Michigan) public library directors must attend the New Director Workshop within 12 months of appointment. If your new library is a Class 4 or higher, attendance at the Advanced Director workshop is required within 24 months of appointment. * New Director Workshop - September 12, 2019<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89737-230400-…> This is an annual one-day event that provides a wide range of information for new public library directors. Attendance at these workshops is necessary for director certification as part of the qualification criteria for state aid to public libraries. * Advanced Director Workshop - September 13, 2019<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89737-253288-…> This is a one-day event that will provide in-depth information on specific topics for new and experienced directors. Attendance at the workshops is necessary for director certification as part of the qualification criteria for state aid to public libraries. Current standards for state aid for public libraries require Classes 4 - 6 directors to complete the Advanced Directors Workshop within 2 years of initial appointment. For registration issues, please contact Becky Wartella at wartellab(a)michigan.gov<mailto:wartellab@michigan.gov>. Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.335.1495

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Help us spread the word about the Young Authors' Festival!
by Raya Samet 05 Aug '19

05 Aug '19

Hello all, This email goes out especially to all the public librarians and school librarians/media specialists on the list, but also to any of you with elementary school-aged children or elementary teachers in your life! *We need your help to spread the word about the Young Authors' Festival and its writing contest to kids, parents, and teachers in southeast Michigan!* [image: YAF_Logo_noyear.jpg] This year will mark the 7th annual Young Authors' Festival at the University of Michigan-Dearborn's Mardigian Library. The festival is completely FREE and open to students in grades 3-5, their families, and their teachers. We feature an author visit and fun writing breakout sessions led by our pre-service education students, while parents and teachers learn literacy strategies. We also have a writing contest, and present awards and prizes (Barnes & Noble gift certificates) at the festival. - 2019 Writing Contest deadline: *October 11* - 2019 Festival: *November 9* (Registration opens October 14) More info at: https://library.umd.umich.edu/yaf/ *Here's how you can help: * (1) Post the flyer <https://drive.google.com/open?id=14iivEYeVKjgsyWHk5F53RAu_mVRAAy_Q> or put it into the hands of someone who should have it. (2) Send out the info in a newsletter or share it on your blog. Have a social media feed? Share our Facebook event <https://www.facebook.com/events/374860506530756/> or give the posts in the Mardigian Library's social media content about the YAF a boost. (3) Encourage kids to read the featured book this summer, before they come to the festival this fall. It is Jean Alicia Elster's *The Colored Car*. There are lots of copies available through MeLCat <http://search.mel.org/iii/encore/record/C__Rb25978764>! (4) Do you have some young writers in your library or run any writing programming? Encourage kids (directly, or through parents and teachers) to enter our writing contest <https://library.umd.umich.edu/yaf/writingcontest.php>! (5) If you have any questions, please email yaf-contact(a)umich.edu. Really and truly, thank you for helping us to spread the word and bring kids from all over the metro-Detroit/southeastern Michigan region to this FREE event to promote literacy and a love of writing. Thank you, Raya Samet Prounouns: she/her Education, Health & Human Services Librarian University of Michigan - Dearborn Mardigian Library, Room 1252, AND Fairlane Campus South, Suite C, C6 313-593-4936 rsamet(a)umich.edu

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LIVE Webcast with Patrick Sweeney on Monday, Aug 5 from 2-4 ET
by Shawn Andary 04 Aug '19

04 Aug '19

Dear MichLib-L Members, The Superiorland Library Cooperative is sponsoring a webcast with Patrick Sweeney from 2-4 ET on Monday, Aug 5, and we'd like to open it up to others in Michigan. Patrick Sweeney is currently the Political Director for everylibrary.org and he is a dynamic and engaging speaker so I hope you will consider joining us. The presentation is titled "Schmoozing for Beginners" and you can see a description of the presentation below. Just click here to register <https://form.jotform.com/92103460382146> . Schmoozing For Beginners. Professional networking and schmoozing are two of the most important skills a librarian can have. The partnerships and coalitions that libraries rely on to provide better services and programs are built on relationships that we build in the community with organizations and individuals. But the skills needed to start a relationship that lead to success are not taught in MLIS programs, and learning to become proficient at schmoozing and networking were one of the hardest lessons to learn. In order to build the connections you need in order to get projects done you must take advantage of the many professional and social opportunities in your community. ****************************** Shawn Andary Director Superiorland Library Cooperative (906) 228-7697 ext. 2 sandary(a)uproc.lib.mi.us "Reading is one form of escape. Running for your life is another." Choose reading. ― Lemony Snicket ******************************

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Starting a Friends group
by Holly Hentz 02 Aug '19

02 Aug '19

Everyone, We have never had an official Friends of the Library group here and it’s about time we start. I’m hoping to get a group up and running in 2020. I would appreciate any insight you have in starting a successful group (best practices, what to look out for, etc.). Any help, insight, advice you may have is much appreciated! Many thanks, Holly Hentz Director Hamburg Township Library 10411 Merrill Rd. P.O. Box 247 Hamburg, MI 48139 810.231.1771 Hamburglibrary.org

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Job Posting: Outreach Services and Publicity Coordinator Position - Eaton Rapids, MI
by Anna Curtis 02 Aug '19

02 Aug '19

JOB POSTING Outreach Services and Publicity Coordinator The Eaton Rapids Public Library (ERPL) is seeking an energetic and motivated individual to provide top-notch programming and library services to youth of all ages. Position: Outreach Services and Publicity Coordinator Job Description: Under the supervision of the Library Director, typical duties may include, but are not limited to: * Performing outreach to area schools, daycare providers and others to promote the Library * Representing the ERPL at community events by distributing information and speaking about the Library * Submitting press releases on programs to local media outlets * Maintaining and updating the Library's social media sites * Creating promotional flyers * Planning, organizing and executing library programs and activities designed for children ages birth through grade 12, including the Summer Reading Program * Delivering reference, information and reader's advisory services for library patrons of all ages * Assisting patrons in use of computers and other library technology Qualifications: * Requires a bachelor's degree * Experience working with children and teens * Excellent oral and written communication skills * Strong commitment to public service excellence * Self-motivated, creative, enthusiastic, flexible and dependable * Proficient in using computers and the Internet Hours: Part-time, 24-26 hours per week, including regularly scheduled evenings and weekends. Salary/Benefits: Hourly wage starting at $15.50. Pro-rated paid time off and some paid holidays. To Apply: Email cover letter, resume and writing sample (see below) to the Library Director, Anna Curtis, at acurtis(a)cityofeatonrapids.com<mailto:acurtis@cityofeatonrapids.com>. Applications received by 5:00pm Tuesday, May 31, 2016 will be given first consideration. Writing Sample: In one paragraph, write a program description for a children's or teen program of your choice as it might appear on the Library's Facebook page or in the local paper. The Eaton Rapids Public Library is an equal opportunity employer

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Recommendation for Military History program
by Julie Censke 02 Aug '19

02 Aug '19

Hi all, We had Larry Martin come and do a program about the USS Indianapolis last Tuesday night. It was excellent! We've never had a larger crowd. Some people had to turn around and leave due to crowd size, and we are a small library. Larry brought along one of the few remaining survivors of the USS Indianapolis. His name is Dick Thelen from Lansing MI. Below is a link for the A few notes about how I put this event on. We asked our local American Legion if they could help with the cost. They brought over a check for the entire amount that same day. I called and messaged all of the local American Legion posts and asked them to share the event. They did just that, and one of the Auxillary ladies from Grand Rapids even came down for the event. We also used Facebook to promote it, and that reached many people. Larry Martin's website is https://lmww2.com/ He can be reached by using the contact form on his site. He is very prompt with his response. Here's a link to the news segment our local station did. https://wwmt.com/news/local/on-74th-anniversary-of-sinking-uss-indianapolis… [http://static-23.sinclairstoryline.com/resources/media/d5ec5829-fb9f-4e93-9…]<https://wwmt.com/news/local/on-74th-anniversary-of-sinking-uss-indianapolis…> On 74th anniversary of sinking, USS Indianapolis survivor tells his story at Colon Library<https://wwmt.com/news/local/on-74th-anniversary-of-sinking-uss-indianapolis…> wwmt.com The Colon Library was standing room only July 30, 2019, as everyone gathered to hear the harrowing tale of what it was like to be aboard the USS Indianapolis when it was sunk in World War II. In July, 1945, Dick Thelen of Lansing was an 18-year-old sailor aboard American cruiser on his first mission with the U. S. Navy, when he was forced into shark-infested waters with 900 other sailors. "I am real lucky. It’s unbelievable how lucky I am," Thelen said. Only 316 men survived.Julie Censke Library Director Colon Township Library (269) 432-3958

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Giddy Up! Michiganders on the Road is heading west this October 5-13
by HSM Main 02 Aug '19

02 Aug '19

cid:image002.jpg@01D2700F.B8241B00 Join Michiganders on the RoadT as we head west this fall. The American West is part of our American heritage, from Horace Greeley's admonition "Go West, Young Man" to the TV westerns of our youth. Our October 5-13, 2019, Gateway to the West Tour explores the Missouri and Kansas region that served as the gateway to the American West. Our nine-day, eight-night tour explores historic sites in Missouri and Kansas: the Gateway to the West. We'll visit Cahokia Mounds, the Old Cowtown and National Frontier Trails Museums, Fort Larned National Historic Site, the Great Plains Nature Center, the homes of U.S. Presidents Truman and Eisenhower, the National WWI Museum, and much more. We'll also enjoy a chuck wagon dinner, a railroad dinner train, and a steamboat dinner cruise! <https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Gateway-West-itinerary.pd f> See the full tour itinerary. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michiganders-on-the-road/gateway-west-regist ration/> Register online. <https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Gateway-West-registration .pdf> Download the registration form. $1,995* *Includes motor coach transportation; all lodging; all dinners and breakfasts; and all admission fees, taxes, and gratuities. Historical Society of Michigan $39.95 membership required. Price is per person based on double occupancy. We encourage the purchase of travel insurance in case unforeseen events force you to cancel at the last minute. Deposits or payments made after the reservation deadline of August 24, 2019, cannot be refunded. The Michiganders on the Road motor coach tour program was developed by HSM to allow participants to experience the culture and heritage of all 50 states. The excursions are not "cookie cutter" tours. Each and every tour is planned, executed, and guided by Robert Myers, HSM's director of education. When planning the adventures, Myers keeps in mind what history enthusiasts look for in their road trips so that the experience meets expectations. _____ 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 Dr. . 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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Homelessness Training workshops
by Tammy Turgeon 02 Aug '19

02 Aug '19

The Suburban Library Cooperative is excited to announce our Homelessness Training workshops with trainer Ryan Dowd, author of The Librarian's Guide to Homelessness (ALA best-selling book). We have two opportunities to learn how to compassionately, confidently and effectively address problematic behavior from patrons experiencing homelessness, mental illness, addiction or trauma. Workshops will be held on Wednesday, September 10th from 1-4:30pm for the half-day workshop and Thursday, September 11th from 9am-4pm for the full-day workshop (lunch included). $25 for SLC members / $40 for non-SLC attendees for the half-day workshop $50 for SLC members / $75 for non-SLC attendees for the full-day workshop Workshops will be held at the Clinton-Macomb Public Library, 40900 Romeo Plank Rd, Clinton Township, MI. You can register online at: https://www.libcoop.net/wordpress/slc-workshop/ -- Tammy Turgeon Director Sterling Heights Public Library 40255 Dodge Park Sterling Heights, MI 48313 586-446-2640 Director Suburban Library Cooperative 44750 Delco Blvd Sterling Heights, MI 48313 586-685-5750

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microfiche collection
by Ozlem Gumeci 02 Aug '19

02 Aug '19

Dear Colleagues, Please find attached microfiche collection that we would like to give away and let me know if you are interested. Thank you! Happy Friday Ozlem Gumeci Technical Services Librarian Bradner Library, L-150 | 734-462-4437 ogumeci(a)schoolcraft.edu<mailto:ogumeci@schoolcraft.edu> [cid:image001.png@01D29BE8.8BD648C0] 18600 Haggerty Rd., Livonia, MI 48152-2696 www.schoolcraft.edu<http://www.schoolcraft.edu/>

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