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LOEX 2020 in Ypsilanti, MI: Call for Breakout Session Proposals
by Amanda Nichols Hess 26 Sep '19

26 Sep '19

**Please excuse cross-postings!** *LOEX 2020: Call for Breakout Session Proposals* *We Can Do It!: Building the Best in Library Instruction* 48th Annual LOEX Conference May 7-9, 2020 Ypsilanti, Michigan You are invited to Ypsilanti for LOEX 2020 to showcase your innovations in library instruction. We are excited to see librarians from many places & backgrounds discuss how both instructional ingenuity and tried-and-true successes can impact student learning. This year’s LOEX tracks are: * Pedagogy: Instructional Nuts and Bolts * Assessment: Building in Quality Control * Innovation: Forging Ahead for 21st Century Learners * Leadership: Stepping Up to the Line * Failures and Problem-Solving: Retooling and Reinventing * Collaboration and Outreach: Assembling Production Teams Proposals for 50-minute long presentations and interactive workshops can be submitted only through the online submission form and must be received by *Friday, November 22, 2019*. The primary contact for the proposal will receive a message indicating receipt of the proposal when it is submitted and will be notified if the proposal has been accepted for presentation by *Monday**, January 13, 2020*. For more details, please visit http://loexconference.org/breakout-sessions/ -- Amanda Nichols Hess, Ph.D. Interim Associate Dean Liaison Librarian for the School of Education & Human Services she / her / hers Kresge Library, Room 300D 100 Library Drive, Rochester, MI 48309-4479 (248) 370.2487 | nichols(a)oakland.edu

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JOB: Director, Farmington Hills, MI
by John Keister 26 Sep '19

26 Sep '19

Director, Farmington Community Library (Detroit Metro) The Board of Trustees of the Farmington Community Library in Michigan seeks a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as Director. Located in the northwest suburbs of Detroit, the Greater Farmington Community offers all the amenities of suburban life plus easy access to the Detroit metro region. Farmington and Farmington Hills are welcoming and diverse communities with excellent schools, parks, entertainment options and a strong community spirit. The library serves more than 90,000 people through two locations. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to lead the library forward as it continues to embrace its central role in the community. Salary $95,000/year or higher, negotiable based on experience. Please visit www.johnkeister.com/farmington/ <http://johnkeister.com/farmington/> for details and to apply. We welcome inquiries. John Keister & Associates Executive Search for Libraries johnkeister.com <http://www.johnkeister/> farmington(a)johnkeister.com <mailto:farmington@johnkeister.com> 847-955-0541

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Library of Things Map
by Amber Alexander 25 Sep '19

25 Sep '19

Michigan Library Community, Does anyone know if there is map, like the Fine Free map (https://endlibraryfines.info/fine-free-library-map/) that shows how many libraries are operating a "Library of Things?" If not, is there any way we could create one for Michigan? 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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JOB POSTING ENDS 9/28: Director Suttons Bay Bingham District Library
by Bradley Chaplin 25 Sep '19

25 Sep '19

Details found below. https://www.sbbdl.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/SBBDL-Director-Search-2019… Bradley Chaplin Director Suttons Bay Bingham District Library Suttons Bay, MI 49682 231-271-3512 sbbdl.org

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Michigan History Alliance Training and Networking Meetings Coming This Fall. Sign up today!
by HSM Main 25 Sep '19

25 Sep '19

<http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michigan-history-alliance/> cid:image004.jpg@01D3A5AC.FF91CEA0 Don't miss these upcoming Michigan History AllianceT meetings! All regions and dates listed 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 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 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 Sign up for this meeting. Charlevoix Historic Train Depot, 305 Chicago Ave., Charlevoix, MI 49720 Sign up for the afternoon workshop: House Histories & Walking Tours. Eastern Upper Peninsula Wednesday, September 11 Sign up for this meeting. Top of the Lake Snowmobile Museum, W11660 US 2, Naubinway, MI 49762 Sign up for the afternoon workshop: House Histories & Walking Tours. Western Upper Peninsula Thursday, September 12 Sign up for this meeting. Chassell Heritage Center, 42373 N Hancock St., Chassell, MI 49916 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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Flyers for Blissfield Library program
by Bob Barringer 25 Sep '19

25 Sep '19

Id appreciate anyone who can post these flyers. And, if you cant do it, I wont know it, unless I get one of my feelings. They should go side by side, if possible. While the original is 11x17, you can reduce them to 8 ½ x 11. Thanks, Bob Bob Barringer, PhD Director The Schultz-Holmes Memorial Library 407 S. Lane St. Blissfield, MI 49228 517-486-2858 517-486-3565 (fax) <http://www.blissfieldlibrary.org/> www.blissfieldlibrary.org

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Coming soon...
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 25 Sep '19

25 Sep '19

Your catalogs to the new Collaborative Summer Library Program shop<https://www.cslpreads.org/> and directions on accessing the new (and improved!) online manual will be mailed out in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, get a jump start on your summer library programming by joining us for 1 of 3 fabulous workshops! 2020's "Imagine Your Story" and Virtual Reality Workshop!: Monday, November 18 at Bloomfield Township Public Library<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Tuesday, November 19 at Portage District Library<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Thursday, November 21 at Otsego County Library<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Fee: $30 includes lunch Doors open at 9:00am Workshop runs 9:30am-4:30pm Nationally known storyteller Will Stuck<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wills…> will present on the 2020 Collaborative Summer Library Program's "Imagine Your Story." From passive programming to decorating to age-specific ideas, Stuck will help refresh your summer reading programs. Later in the day we will take the theme a step further and dive into the world of Virtual Reality with Kevin McDonough, Reference Librarian at Northern Michigan University, learning about different VR equipment, experiencing a virtual reality for yourself, and resources to support programming in your library with VR. #ImagineYourStory 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/>

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Dungeons and Dragons and Libraries
by Patrick Cook 25 Sep '19

25 Sep '19

Hello there! I'm attempting to build a program for my library so that we have a consistent game of Dungeons and Dragons (5E, for those who care). I'm looking for anyone with information or experience in running library programs which play Dungeons and Dragons. I have a lot of questions about the logistics of playing and running a game, as well as unexpected pitfalls or experiences which may be helpful to know in advance. Some of my concerns and thoughts include: 1. What do you do when the volume of players becomes too high? As of right now, I'm the only librarian on staff who is working on the program, and I'm assuming I would play the role of Dungeon Master for the program. For those familiar, it's difficult to manage more than 5-6 players, so what do I do if the program is successful enough to gain more players? 2. What is your experience with running or attempting to run such programs? Should their be age brackets for potential players? What methods have you used to limit or mitigate the damage from more toxic players? What are the demographics of your groups? 3. Any ideas for integrating library resources to keep patrons coming around? Our branch has a 3d printer, for example, which could be used by patrons interested in making a model of their character. 4. How was your program received by the community? Did parents complain? Did it get new players? 5. On a less important note, how do you manage when players come/go unexpectedly? I can foresee a group being pretty fluid as people come and try the game for the first time and then decide they don't want to continue, or simply can't make it frequently. Any insights you could offer me would be really helpful. I'd also love to hear about ways of creative materials use, means of holding attention for various age brackets, etc. Thanks in advance! Patrick Cook Clerk; Bedford Branch of the Monroe County Library System "Fantasy is hardly an escape from reality. It's a way of understanding it." -Lloyd Alexander

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Re: [Michlib-l] Michlib-l Digest, Vol 59, Issue 18
by Penny Kulik 25 Sep '19

25 Sep '19

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DEADLINE APPROACHING: 2020 Small & Rural Libraries Conference Call for Proposals
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 25 Sep '19

25 Sep '19

Greetings! Are you from a small or rural library? Do you have idea or successes you would like to share with your peers? If so, the Library of Michigan would like to invite you to submit a proposal for the 2020 Small & Rural Libraries conference. The call for proposals is open through Monday, October 7. Submit your session proposal online at https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/5146323/2020-SRLC-Proposal-Submission-Form. The conference will be held April 13-April 15, 2020 at the Grand Traverse Resort in Acme, Michigan. The conference is a specially crafted to reach the informational needs of small and rural library staff throughout Michigan. The three-day event features exhibitors, awards, keynote speakers and an array of sessions geared to libraries serving small and rural communities. If you have questions about the event or submission process please do not hesitate to contact me. I look forward to viewing your proposals! Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.335.1495

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