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Head of Youth Services Posting
by Laura Mancini 23 Sep '19

23 Sep '19

Due to the retirement of a long-serving staff member, the Northville District Library seeks an enthusiastic, experienced and innovative Librarian for a full-time position to oversee the Library’s Youth Services Department. Position: Head of Youth Services 40 Hours per week, including some weekends and evenings This is a Union Position Salary Range: $54,711.56-$63,001.23 based upon prior work experience Benefits: Health Insurance (medical, dental and vision), disability insurance, and MERS retirement. Paid time off includes sick, vacation, holiday, and personal business time. Essential Duties Include: • Supervises the Departmental staff which includes the training, mentoring, and motivating of team members and evaluates their performance • Coordinates, oversees, and participates in departmental programs and services • Serves as the Youth Services Department Representative at internal and external meetings and events • Manages the Youth Services Department’s assigned budget • Directs workflows and develops procedures for the department • Provides reference, readers’ advisory, and library services support for users of all ages at the public Information and Reference Desks • Evaluates the scope and effectiveness of current programs and services and compiles statistical and analytical reports • Recommends changes in programs, services, and collections based upon new developments in the library field and directs their implementation • Effectively develops and maintains assigned collection areas • Creates, promotes, oversees, and participates in Youth Services’ outreach activities • Communicates effectively with staff and patrons • Serves on the library’s management team, assists the Director with operational activities and contributes to development and implementation of strategic initiatives • Serves as the Librarian-in-Charge of the building when assigned • Participates in Continuing Education opportunities • Performs related duties as assigned Required Qualifications: • Master’s Degree in library science from an ALA-accredited college or university • Possess a Level I Permanent Professional Certificate from the Library of Michigan • Three to five years’ experience working in a Children’s/Youth department with at least one of those years serving in a supervisory capacity • Ability to adapt to change in the work environment • Ability to create new services and procedures incorporating new theories and technologies as applicable • Ability to prioritize duties and tasks • Ability to provide the appropriate level of management to veteran Youth Department members as well be able to train and mentor new team members • Critical thinking skills • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Experience in working independently and as part of a team • Knowledge and proficiency in MS Office, online resources, social media and emerging library technologies • Knowledge of children’s literature and library usage habits in order to manage collections and programs, as well as address reference queries • Knowledge of library functions, rules, policies, and procedures • Strong public service orientation Deadline for application: Friday, October 4, 2019 Please submit a resume, cover letter and application to: Carla Eggert, Administrative Assistant Northville District Library 212 West Cady Street Northville, MI 48167-1560 Email: ceggert(a)northvillelibrary.org Applications can be accessed at: https://northvillelibrary.org/?page_id=461 Laura Mancini Director Northville District Library 212 W. Cady Street Northville, MI 48167 248-349-3020, ext. 206 lmancini(a)northvillelibrary.org

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Plea for toner
by Ahlers, Teresa 23 Sep '19

23 Sep '19

Hello all, We are out of toner for one of our (very old) micro fiche readers. Just wondering if anyone has some that they aren't going to use and would be willing to send our way. The cartridge says "Model 4161" and the machine is Minolta MSP 3000. TIA, Terrie Ahlers Adult Services Supervisor Grace A. Dow Memorial Library 989-837-3451 tahlers(a)midland-mi.org<mailto:tahlers@midland-mi.org>

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Funds to support training and professional development from Library of Michigan - next deadline is Sept 27
by White, Shannon (MDE) 23 Sep '19

23 Sep '19

The Library of Michigan strives to support libraries' efforts to provide quality service and programming to their communities. A major element of excellent service is empowering library staff to learn and implement new skills and best practices. The Librarian Continuing Education program helps by providing financial support for library staff continuing education. Michigan public, academic and school library staff are eligible to apply for continuing education stipends. The next deadline for application review is September 27. Please take a moment to review the Library Continuing Education Program web page and the downloadable Program Criteria and Application Questions document available there to find out more about how you can request funding to support travel and registration expenses for your own professional development. Web page with information https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89737-359559-…. Criteria: * Current staff members (full or part-time) of eligible libraries are eligible to apply THROUGH their library, which is the applicant. The library staff member will be the continuing education attendee. * Eligible libraries are legally established public libraries, academic libraries, or school libraries which meet the library eligibility standards: o Have one or more paid staff; o Have a regular schedule of library service; o Have a dedicated facility for library purposes; o Have an annual budget with funds reserved for library materials and services; o Have a record of resource sharing with other libraries; o And are CURRENTLY eligible for state aid to public libraries. * Special libraries may apply as public libraries if they are: o Non-profit; o And allow public access to their services and collections. * The library staff member's job must include duties that include direct provision of library services to library patrons or students. * The attendee must be employed by the library through the entirety of the event to receive funding. * The request must be for support to attend a national, state or regional workshop, institute, conference or webinar on a library program or service-related topic. * Library of Michigan events, such as Beginning Workshop, New or Advanced Directors Workshop, or Rural Libraries Conference are NOT eligible for the program. Internal institutional events such as staff development days are NOT eligible for the program. * Funding is available as a stipend payment for the amount approved after the event and required documentation are received. * Funding requests are as follows: o In State Event - One Day $300 o In State Event - Two Day $600 o In State Event - Three Day $900 o In State Travel Support $150 - Only if event site is more than 150 miles from the attendee's library one way. o Out of State Event $1,600 o Webinar/Online Class Actual Registration amount/Not to Exceed $500 All attendees must submit an article or presentation they shared with their local library community to the Library of Michigan through the grant site before their library will be paid. * An applicant may receive funding for only one event per fiscal year (October 1 through September 30). * Applying does not ensure funding. * Approved stipends will be rescinded if documentation is NOT submitted by the appropriate deadline. Please review the full program criteria for instructions and details on how to apply for the funds. 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>

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MCLS cataloging webinar next week!
by Gwen Haviland 23 Sep '19

23 Sep '19

There is still time to register for this MCLS webinar! Original Cataloging of Sound Recordings Using RDA<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/original-cataloging-of-sound-recordings-us…> 3-day class, Oct 1-3, 2:00pm - 4:00pm Eastern (1:00pm - 3:00pm Central) For this and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here https://store.mcls.org To learn about our Soft Skills and Cataloging Certificate Programs click here https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/ ************************************* Gwen Haviland, Training Department Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 800-530-9019 ext 404 training(a)mcls.org

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Closes Sunday, September 29 - CEO-Director, Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library, Indiana
by Jobeth Bradbury 23 Sep '19

23 Sep '19

CEO-Director, Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library (IN)-Closes Sunday, September 29! Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library is for Everyone and It May be for You! Become the next CEO - Director to work with the Staff, Community and Library Board to continue and expand the Library's success as a collaborative contributor to the City of Evansville and the County of Vanderburgh. The Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library<https://www.evpl.org/> (EVPL) Board of Trustees seeks a vibrant CEO accomplished in building supportive, thoughtful relationships with staff, the Board, elected officials, and County residents. Working with a seven-member appointed Board of Trustees, a committed staff (146FTE), and a $13+ million annual operating budget, the successful candidate will provide meaningful, quality library services and programs through a Central Library and seven branches. Key opportunities for the new CEO include fostering a strong culture of committed, excellent customer service; strengthening partnerships and relationships with internal and external stakeholders; updating the strategic initiatives and creating a master facilities plan; developing and implementing a strong staff development program focused on collaboration, trust, integrity and respect; and exploring new services for EVPL. Working with internal and external stakeholders as the Library's new leader is a vital component of the position. Our Community. Located along the Ohio River and growing significantly, The City of Evansville and Vanderburgh County leads the area in education, economics, culture, and transportation. Top-ranked educational institutions are The Stone Family Center for Health Sciences, Signature School, University of Evansville, Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana, and the University of Southern Indiana. Evansville has strong public and private schools (partnering with the Library) offering families quality K - 12 educational opportunities. The Region is also home to a wide variety of cultural and entertainment activities including The Ford Center, the Victory Theatre, Mesker Park Zoo & Botanical Gardens, the Koch Family Children's Museum, and the Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science. Major employers are Shoe Carnival, Old National Bank, Berry Global, Atlas World Group, and OneMain Financial Services. Two renowned health care systems are Deaconess and St. Vincent. Selected as one of Indiana's Regional Cities, the area has a strong redevelopment plan focusing on transformative projects. Evansville also has one of the lowest costs of living in the nation ranking 5th lowest in 2019 and easy access to all forms of transportation-2.5 hours from Indianapolis, St. Louis, Nashville, and Louisville. Air service to many major hubs will take you further in your travels. Evansville residents thrive enjoying an excellent quality of life. For more information on the Library and the Region, visit Evansville Links<http://www.bradburymiller.com/evpllinks.htm>. Responsibilities. Under the direction of the governing Board of Trustees, the Library CEO-Director is responsible for the planning, directing, managing and overseeing all activities and operations of the library. This position reports to the Board of Trustees and works closely with Library staff to ensure that core values of excellent library service are met while achieving the Library's strategic goals. The CEO-Director maintains all compliance with state and federal laws, rules and regulations applicable to Indiana libraries. The CEO-Director is a role model within the organization and must maintain a positive attitude, an innovative mindset and open communication with the staff and community. See the Position Description<http://www.bradburymiller.com/EVPLjobdesc.pdf> for details. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include a Master's in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program; ten years of professional library experience OR six years of professional library experience that includes three years management or supervisory experience allowing for Indiana State Library LC1 certification or the ability to achieve certification within six months. The CEO-Director will have a proven track record of a collaborative problem solving approach to library and community issues, previous work with security issues ensuring a welcoming and safe place for customers and staff, the ability to work well with partners through strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to hiring, developing and retaining stellar staff. Prior experience as a library administrator in an urban, multibranch library system, reporting to a governing Board, and experience with facilities renovation are preferred. Compensation: The hiring range is $100,000-$120,000 with an exceptional 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 September 29, 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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You're invited: Zingerman's Coffee Company
by Francine Menken 23 Sep '19

23 Sep '19

Join Them for a fun evening! Take a deep dive into the history of coffee and the coffeehouse, and their crucial role in fostering global Jewish culture. Coffee was a new commodity and a drink and that made people alert and connected them to each other. The institution of the coffeehouse, from its establishment in the early 1500s in the Arab world, has provided an important meeting place for people from all walks of life, especially from the scholarly, creative, political, and business worlds. Coffee and coffeehouses spread rapidly to cities in Western, Central, and Eastern Europe, America, and the Middle East, and were crucial for the emergence of a modern, urban public sphere. We will explore why coffeehouses were especially attractive for migrating Jews, who became associated with café culture as owners, consumers, and habitués, and how drinks and pastries were at the center of a "third space" that encouraged sociability, acculturation, exchange of ideas, and a blossoming of literature, journalism, and art. We'll serve a light meal as well, so you'll have brain food to power all that learning. Enjoy a delicious spread of sweet and savory treats perfect for pairing with coffee: Flaky, savory cabbage strudel; refreshing freekeh salad; and two classic coffeehouse cakes, Dobos Torta and Esterházy Torta. Shachar Pinsker is a Professor of Judaic Studies and Middle East Studies at the University of Michigan. He held visiting professor positions at Harvard, Tel Aviv, Ben Gurion, and the Hebrew University. He is the author of A Rich Brew: How Cafés Created Modern Jewish Culture (NYU Press, 2018), a finalist for the 2018 Jewish Book Award, and of Literary Passports: The Making of Modernist Hebrew Fiction in Europe (Stanford University Press, 2011), the winner of the 2011 Jordan Schnitzer Book Award from the Association for Jewish Studies. He is also the editor of three volumes of literature and scholarship. His articles were published in scholarly journals, as well in Ha'aretz, The New Republic, The Jewish Week, and In Geveb.

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certification training
by Cindy Brant 23 Sep '19

23 Sep '19

Has the 2020 Beginning Workshop date been set yet? Will it be at Shanty Creek again?

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UPCOMING HISTORY HOUNDS: Written in Stone: The Sanilac Petroglyphs - October 9
by HSM Main 23 Sep '19

23 Sep '19

cid:image002.jpg@01D3849D.922A1640 Upcoming Lecture • Wednesday, October 9 Written in Stone: The Sanilac Petroglyphs with Stacy Tchorzynski, Michigan State Historic Preservation Office Seating is limited! Reserve your spot now. Lectures start at 7 p.m. at our NEW BUILDING! 7435 Westshire Dr., Lansing, Michigan. Participants can “attend” remotely too. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> Learn more and register on our website. HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $7. “Written in Stone: The Sanilac Petroglyphs” will take place on Wednesday, October 9, at 7 p.m. Back by popular demand! Archaeologist Stacy Tchorzinski returns for an encore presentation about the Sanilac Petroglyphs, the largest collection of Native-American rock carvings known in Michigan. Attendees will learn about the site through archaeological and tribal perspectives and find out about current plans to preserve and interpret this important place. _____ If you enjoy “sniffing out” and exploring Michigan’s most fascinating historical facets, join us for our evening series of in-depth lectures. The Historical Society of Michigan’s History Hounds™ Lecture Series allows attendees to delve into Michigan’s history and dig up a bone or two of new appreciation to take home. Seating is limited! Reserve your spot now. Lectures start at 7 p.m. at our NEW BUILDING! 7435 Westshire Dr., Lansing, Michigan. Participants can “attend” remotely too. HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $7. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. _____ cid:image009.jpg@01D2AC8B.99D17B80 _____ 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 Coming Soon… Wednesday, November 13 >From Isolationist to Internationalist: Senator Arthur Vandenberg <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. Lectures start at 7 p.m. (unless noted) at the Historical Society of Michigan, 7435 Westshire Dr., Lansing, Michigan. The lecture and Q&As usually last about an hour. Seating is limited and pre-registration is suggested but not required. Walk-ins are welcome. Registration for each History Hounds lecture closes at 3 p.m. the day BEFORE the scheduled talk. If you are a household member of HSM, registration is FREE. Registration for non-members is $7. Participants can “attend” remotely, if they prefer. If you can watch and listen to a video on Facebook or YouTube, you can attend our lectures remotely! See our website for full details. For in-person attendees, light refreshments will be available. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. 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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Michigan Humanities Grants and Programs workshop
by Jennifer Rupp 23 Sep '19

23 Sep '19

Michigan Humanities will offer a workshop focused on the grant opportunities and program offerings that are available to Michigan non-profits on Monday, October 28th at the Kalamazoo Public Library from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Grant opportunities that will be discussed during the workshop include Humanities Grants, Action Grants, and Arts and Humanities Touring Grants (a partnership with the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs). Programs by Michigan Humanities that will be explored include: Great Michigan Read, Museums on Main Street, and Poetry Out Loud. MH Staff will also introduce the new online grants and programs portal to help organizations create their online profile. The workshop will be interactive, so bring your laptop and ideas! There is no fee to attend and lunch will be provided. If you are interested in attending please call 517-372-7770 by October 23rd, or register online through the Michigan Humanities website. More information about Michigan Humanities can be found at www.michiganhumanities.org<http://www.michiganhumanities.org>. We hope you will join us! Thank you! Jennifer Jennifer Rupp Director of Federal and State grants Michigan Humanities 119 Pere Marquette Drive Suite 3B Lansing, MI 48912-1270 P: 517-372-7770 x27 www.michiganhumanities.org<http://www.michiganhumanities.org/> [MiHumanities_2 col Logo]

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Training date added for Ploud on Mon Oct 21 at MCLS in Lansing
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 23 Sep '19

23 Sep '19

Greetings Michigan library community, We've added a training date to the jam-packed fall schedule of Ploud workshops at MCLS in Lansing on October 21 from 10-4. Cost is $20 and you can register here<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/eventR…>. Ploud (Public Libraries in the Cloud) is a feature-rich and easy to use library-specific website template used in a variety of states. Over 120 libraries in Michigan use Ploud. * It includes an advanced calendar, carousels, the ability to use drag and drop elements to create your own page layouts, Google mapping for your library location, and many more bonuses. Event registration software is included at no charge. * There is a minimal price tag for the libraries with the remainder of the cost paid for with Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) dollars. This year, the cost to each library was $207. LM conducts full-day, regional training around the state in the fall. The vendor maintains a help desk year round. * Ploud provides an easy-to-learn, easy-to-update website template with four different themes ("looks") that each have between four and a dozen color schemes. It is designed for libraries without specialized technology staff but it is easily expandable for libraries that wish to do more. Most libraries who use Ploud are single buildings but Michigan has several library systems with multiple branches who make good use of Ploud. * The technology "heavy lifting" of versioning, programming, security, and product updates is done by the vendor, Enfold Systems. * You can view more about Ploud, including short videos, at http://www.michlibrary.org/. Here are some example sites to give you an idea of what you can expect from Ploud: * Buchanan District Library<http://www.buchananlibrary.org/> * Cadillac-Wexford Public Library<http://www.cadillaclibrary.org/> * Mid-Michigan Library League<https://mmll.ploud.net/> Have a great day, all, Sonya 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:image002.png@01D571F9.461E8BA0]Do you know an outstanding Michigan educator? Nominate them for 2020-2021 Michigan Teacher of the Year! The MTOY Program is accepting nominations through October 6. Nominate an educator at http://bit.ly/2020-2021MTOY<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F2…>. For more information visit www.michigan.gov/mtoy<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…>.

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