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shelving/labeling series books
by Karyn Ruley 12 Feb '19

12 Feb '19

We are considering labeling all of our series books and were wondering how other libraries handle this process, if at all. We've labeled our sci-fi and Christian sections already and have attempted to use different font colors and label colors per series, but have found it's not always easy to go back and match those colors when books are added to a series. Do you label series books? If so, do you change the style per series or keep them consistent? Have you found a simple process or was the project too much trouble? Do you bother labeling books when you only have one or two in a series? Are those single books shelved as if in a series? Did labeling help your patrons to more easily find materials? I know this is asking a lot. Any experience/ideas would be helpful to us. Karyn Ruley Technology Associate Crawford County Library 201 Plum St. Grayling, MI 49738 Phone: 989-348-9214 Fax: 989-348-9294

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Carpeting
by Don Priest 12 Feb '19

12 Feb '19

I'm hoping to get some new carpet in next year, and I'd like to hear from anyone who has undertaken a carpeting project in recent years. I know it's going to be a big undertaking, I'm open to hearing any warnings, suggestions, or opinions you may have. If you have a recommendation of a company that did a great job for you, I'd love that too. Please reply off list, I'll compile the answers. No hurry, nothing happening anytime soon! Thanks! Don Priest Director Southgate Veterans Memorial Library 734-258-3002

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Larry Martin World War II "In Their Own Words"
by Battles, Calvin 12 Feb '19

12 Feb '19

Hello fellow Michiganders, Over the past 12 years, the Jackson District Library has hosted Larry Martin's In Their Own Words at our Carnegie Branch. If you have never seen this program, [ http://lmww2.com/ | Larry Martin's WWII In Their Own Words ] , I encourage you to have Larry come to your library; which he would love to do. "In Their Own Words" has drawn between 80 and 150 attendees per event. An estimated 5,000 people have come to hear the reflections and experiences of WWII veterans that Larry has interviewed. As our former director, Ishwar Laxminarayan, stated "We deeply appreciate the dedication shown by Mr. Larry Martin for bringing these stories alive and are honored to be a partner in his efforts. Larry brings a wealth of knowledge to the program and has recorded scores of interviews with veterans over the past ten years. He passionately reminds his audiences that the freedoms they now take for granted were earned through the hard sacrifices of many thousands of veterans who fought in World War II". I would be happy to answer any questions about Larry and his wonderful program. Calvin Battles Adult Services Coordinator Jackson District Library Carnegie Branch 244 W. Michigan Ave., Jackson, MI 49201 Phone:(517) 905-1344

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Magazine subscriptions through Amazon?
by Dana Allen 12 Feb '19

12 Feb '19

Hi all, We are evaluating our magazine collection which is rather extensive and we will probably be downsizing based on data we are currently collecting. We have been using an out-of-state subscription service but have had some issues. We are thinking of switching to Amazon next year. If you've been ordering from them, what are your feelings? Thank you in advance for your input. -- Dana Allen Administrative Clerk Howell Carnegie District Library Howell, Michigan

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MCLS upcoming webinars
by Gwen Haviland 12 Feb '19

12 Feb '19

Don't miss your chance for these upcoming webinars from MCLS! Assigning Library of Congress Call Numbers: Basics<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/assigning-library-of-congress-call-numbers…> 3 day class, Feb 19-21, 1:30-3:30pm Eastern (12:30-2:30pm Central) MeLCat Processing Policies & Procedures<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/melcat-processing-policies-procedures-313.…> 1 day class, Feb 20, 10:00am - 11:00am Eastern (9:00am - 10:00am Central) Soft Skills: Introduction to Critical Thinking Skills<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/soft-skills-introduction-to-critical-think…> (Free to MCLS members) 1 day class, Feb 21, 10:00am-11:30am Eastern (9:00am-10:30am Central) Soft Skills: Introduction to Critical Thinking Skills - Recording<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/soft-skills-introduction-to-critical-think…> (Free to MCLS members) Recording of Feb. 21 Critical Thinking Skills class - Available one day after the live webinar is complete Copy Cataloging of Monographs Using RDA<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/copy-cataloging-of-monographs-using-rda-29…> 3 day class, Feb. 26-28, 10:00am - 12:00pm Eastern (9:00am - 11:00am Central) Remember: MCLS members receive a large discount (usually 50%) off our training workshops! Register today for these and many other great workshops! https://store.mcls.org/ ********************** MCLS Training Department training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org> Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 (800) 530-9019 ext 404 Check out the MCLS Training Calendar at: https://store.mcls.org/

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Accessibility Chat workshop rescheduled
by Jen Taggart 12 Feb '19

12 Feb '19

The Michigan Alliance for Cultural Accessibility (MACA) "Accessibility Chat" workshop that was cancelled due to the extreme weather conditions on January 30th, has been rescheduled! Would you like to go beyond ADA and make your library more accessible and welcoming to people of all ages with disabilities? The best place to start is with the disability community! Staff from libraries, museums, and other cultural institutions are invited to join us for the MACA workshop “Accessibility Chat: A Conversation with Disability Self-Advocates and Caregivers” on Tuesday, March 19 at 2:30 p.m. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/accessibility-chat-registration-56376992101 Jen Taggart Assistant Department Head, Youth Services Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Road Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 www.btpl.org<http://www.btpl.org/> 248-642-5800

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Warren Civic Center Library SKYWARN® program 3/14/019
by Andrea Mucha 12 Feb '19

12 Feb '19

On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 6:00 p.m., the Warren Civic Center Library will host Skywarn®, a National Weather Service (NWS) training class. Skywarn® is a severe weather spotting program with trained volunteers nationwide. Spotter information helps NWS provide better forecasts and warnings by conveying significant or severe weather reports such as thunderstorms, hail, tornadoes, heavy snow, and flooding. This training includes safety information and lasts about 1.5 hours. It is free and open to the public. If you are interested in becoming part of the NWS volunteer network, this class is for you. This program will be held in the Atrium Conference Room at the Warren Civic Center located 2 blocks east of Van Dyke, one quarter mile north of 12 Mile Rd. Registration required; call 586-751-0770 to register or online at www.warrenlibrary.net<http://www.warrenlibrary.net>. ### Andrea Mucha Library Technician Warren Public Library Civic Center Branch One City Square, Suite 100 Warren MI 48093 (586) 751-0770 (586) 751-0811 Fax http://www.warrenlibrary.net/

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Grosse Pointe Public Library delayed opening
by Jessica 12 Feb '19

12 Feb '19

Hello, The Grosse Pointe Public Library will open at noon today due to the icy weather. I hope everyone stays safe and warm! Jessica Keyser Sent from my iPhone

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State Library in Wisconsin Recruiting for Adult and Community Services Consultant
by White, Shannon (MDE) 11 Feb '19

11 Feb '19

The full application information and information on applying can be found here: http://wisc.jobs/public/job_view.asp?annoid=97545&jobid=97059&org=255&class… <https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwisc.jobs%2…> The person in this position has the opportunity to work with a wide variety of stakeholders: colleagues at the DPI, public libraries and public library regional systems throughout Wisconsin, the University of Wisconsin system, library continuing education consultants, and national state library training consultants. This consultant will develop and deliver timely and topical training on emerging services. This consultant will help public libraries in Wisconsin determine, bolster, and demonstrate their value to their community, as well as to strengthen ties with other community resources through services to adults in their communities through job skills, lifelong learning, as well as library services to engage the increasing demographic of older adults. Starting salary will be between $27.36-$39.87 per hour ($56,908 - $82,929 per year), plus excellent benefits. A one-year probationary period will be required. Question should be directed to: Maria Butters, HR Specialist, 608-266-2690, maria.butters(a)dpi.wi.gov Shannon White Library of Michigan

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E-rate news: Category 2 Recommendation from FCC
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 11 Feb '19

11 Feb '19

Please see the attached Category 2 Budget Report. You may want to note the following from the larger document: Recommendations. We recommend that the Commission retain the category two budget approach. Given the improvements that the category two budget approach has shown over the two-in-five rules, the Bureau does not recommend a return to the two-in-five rules approach. The Commission established five-year category two budgets to make funding for internal connections more equitable, predictable, and more broadly available. It did so in recognition of the importance of internal connections, particularly robust Wi-Fi networks, the role they play in enhancing educational opportunities for students and library patrons, and the potential for these networks to close the digital divide. The Bureau's review of the data from the first five-year category two budget cycle shows that the Commission's goals in creating these budgets have largely been met. Further, we recommend that the Commission consider some targeted changes to the budgets moving forward such as an increase in the funding floor, to the extent that it finds that insufficient funding is deterring entities at the funding floor and rural libraries from participating. These recommendations are supported by the data the Bureau reviewed and are also consistent with the Public Notice comments. We await a final decision from the Commission, whereas the commissioners will likely adopt or adopt with some possible changes, the recommendations as written. Joe Polasek, MDE E-Rate Coordinator & Sonya Norris, LM E-Rate Coordinator 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 http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/>

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