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Job Posting - Westland Public Library - P/T Library Assistant I
by Jennifer Roth 18 Jul '19

18 Jul '19

Please excuse any cross posting WILLIAM P. FAUST Public Library of Westland 6123 Central City Parkway * Westland, Michigan 48185-9118 (734) 326-6123 * FAX (734) 595-4612 * www.westlandlibrary.org Position Announcement LIBRARY ASSISTANT I (INFORMATION SERVICES) Internal/External Applicants Date: July 17, 2019 Closing Date: Until Filled Reports to: Head of Information Services Position Available Immediately SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Head of Information Services, the Library Assistant I provides positive, pleasant and professional customer service to patrons of all ages at the Library's combined Information Desk (Circulation/Reference). Directly serves patrons by checking in and checking out materials, registering patrons, collecting money for library/Friends transactions, scheduling meeting rooms, and answering simple patron queries. Provides back up support to department as needed. Works with staff throughout the library on projects that enhance the library's image in the community. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 1. High School Graduation or GED. Some college coursework preferred. 2. 1-2 years of customer service or retail experience, preferably in a public library. Schedule: 25 hours per week. Flexible schedule to include days, nights and weekends. Union Position: Westland Library Union SEIU Local 517M (non-Supervisory) Salary: Starting wage $11.00 per hour Benefits: Prorated vacation leave, personal leave and paid holidays for employees working 20 or more hours per week. Employer provided contribution to retirement (401a) after meeting service requirements. Applications are available at www.westlandlibrary.org Please submit a completed application, along with a cover letter and resume to: Jennifer Roth Head of Information Services 6123 Central City Parkway Westland MI 48185 jennifer.roth(a)westlandlibrary.org Fax: 734-326-3634 This library is an EEO Employer. Jennifer Roth Head of Information Services Westland Public Library (734) 326-6123 ext 2825

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CALL FOR CONFERENCE SESSION PROPOSALS, Lead the Way: Libraries at the Heart of Community Engagement
by White, Shannon (MDE) 18 Jul '19

18 Jul '19

This may be of interest, especially to library staff that have participated in the Harwood cohorts. Funding for out-of-state travel is also available from the Library of Michigan. Please visit the library of Michigan website for more details on travel stipends. ________________________________ From: communityengagement-request(a)lists.ala.org <communityengagement-request(a)lists.ala.org> on behalf of Sarah Ostman <sostman(a)ala.org> Sent: Wednesday, July 17, 2019 12:24:49 PM To: communityengagement(a)lists.ala.org <communityengagement(a)lists.ala.org>; deliberate(a)lists.ala.org <deliberate(a)lists.ala.org>; pubprgms(a)lists.ala.org <pubprgms(a)lists.ala.org> Subject: CALL FOR CONFERENCE SESSION PROPOSALS, Lead the Way: Libraries at the Heart of Community Engagement Lead the Way: Libraries at the Heart of Community Engagement Information School University of Wisconsin-Madison April 20-21, 2020 Madison, WI Full Details https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/engage<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fischool.w…> Call for Proposals Do you have ideas to share about engaging your community? Lead the Way: Libraries at the Heart of Community Engagement is an ideal venue to share your exciting projects and practices! This inaugural conference will bring librarians and staff from all types of libraries together to share ideas and keep libraries at the forefront of their communities. The program committee will accept proposals until September 6, 2019. Topics may include, but are not limited to: * community engagement for beginners * how to be an engaged leader * service outside the library * making connections & partnerships within the community * community engagement and strategic planning * library as a lead community engagement institution * community engagement as library advocacy * services focused on diversity and inclusion * community engagement related to all forms of accessibility * teaching as a form of engagement * leveraging technology to enhance engagement * community engagement and programing re-boots * using community data to inform decision making * how to fund community engagement projects * administrative strategies to foster community engagement Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity Statement The Program Committee encourages presenters representing a variety of personal and professional backgrounds, perspectives, and voices. We aim for conference presenters to be as diverse as the communities we serve. Submissions are welcome from anyone who is interested in presenting, including students, new professionals, first-time presenters, and representatives of allied professions. How to submit a proposal Please submit a 200-250 word description of your proposed session to Anna Palmer, ahpalmer(a)wisc.edu<mailto:ahpalmer@wisc.edu>, by September 6, 2019. Sessions at the conference will be one hour. Please include an additional sentence or two about how this proposal aligns with our diversity, inclusion and equity statement outlined above. Note that the proposal will not be the finalized description for the conference program; the committee will contact selected speakers for a final draft. Panel presentations are accepted. All selected proposals will receive one complimentary conference registration, which may be divided however the presenters of that session choose. Questions? Contact Anna Palmer, ahpalmer(a)wisc.edu<mailto:ahpalmer@wisc.edu> or Meredith Lowe, mclowe(a)wisc.edu<mailto:mclowe@wisc.edu>

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Library Program Recommendation
by Katarina Quain 17 Jul '19

17 Jul '19

Hello, I'd like to recommend Randy Baker, of Naturalist Endeavors for your library programs. http://www.naturalistendeavors.com/ We have worked with Randy for over 10 years at the Hamtramck Library, and have had such great reviews of his shows for youth and families! He is always professional, arrives early, presents excellent quality programs, and has reasonable rates. What I appreciate about his presentation is that he can work with both large and small groups equally well, and is very engaging. I can't recommend him highly enough! Katarina Quain Youth Services Librarian Hamtramck Public Library 2360 Caniff, Hamtramck MI 48212 313-733-6822

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Register today at the early-bird price for 2019 Michigan History Conference in Ludington, September 27-29, 2019
by Historical Society of Michigan 17 Jul '19

17 Jul '19

Take advantage of early-bird pricing for the 145th Annual Meeting and Michigan History Conference! Friday, Saturday, and Sunday September 27-29, 2019 Ludington, Michigan <https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Michigan-History-Conferen ce-online.pdf> See the booklet for more information and session descriptions. <http://hsmichigan.org/conferences/annual-state-history-conference/mhc-onlin e-registration/> Go to online registration. <http://hsmichigan.org/conferences/annual-state-history-conference/> Go to our website for more information. Early-Bird Registration Ends: July 31, 2019. Conference hotel rate is guaranteed until September 5, 2019. This year's Michigan History Conference offers. . Four keynotes. o Preserving the Legacy: The Port of Ludington Maritime Museum with Valerie van Heest, Lafferty van Heest and Associates o Thank God for Michigan! Our Boys in Blue with Mark Hoffman, Author o Ludington: Becoming A Cultural Destination with William Anderson, Historical Society of Michigan and Michigan State University Extension Advisory Council o Dessert Cruise on the SS Badger with SS Badger Lake Michigan Carferry . 4 workshops, 5 tours, and 12-plus sessions . President's Reception, State History Awards Banquet, and Closing Banquet . Exhibitors/Vendors for attendees to visit . Networking opportunities The 145th Annual Meeting and Michigan History Conference will be held in Ludington, September 27-29, 2019. The main sessions of the conference will take place at West Shore Community College, and other events will be held at exciting venues throughout the city. This conference celebrates all aspects of Michigan's history and offers a close-up look at the heritage of the host area. The State History Awards will also be presented during the conference. _____ _____ 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 5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370 <https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Michigan-History-Conferen ce-online.pdf> See the booklet for more information and session descriptions. <http://hsmichigan.org/conferences/annual-state-history-conference/mhc-onlin e-registration/> Go to online registration. Come to hear these great sessions and more! Michigan and the Moon: 50 Years Since Apollo Idlewild: A Respite From Racism On the Hook: Lake Michigan Fishing Industry Timber! The Lumber Industry in Manistee and Mason Counties Built Michigan Tough: Ludington State Park When Evil Strikes: The Good Hart Murders Blossoming in Michigan: The Story of Betty Bloomer Ford Pere Marquette: The Man, The Mission, The Memorial Sentinel on the Shore: The Big Sable Point Lighthouse Time for a Road Trip: The West Michigan Pike 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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Compilation: Library as "Cooling Center"
by Stanczak, Cindy 17 Jul '19

17 Jul '19

Hello all! Thank you to everyone who responded! Here is the compilation of the feedback I received on libraries serving as community cooling centers, offering what services/programs, and under what circumstances. For reference, our community is slated to hit mid-90s of base temperature with heat indexes approaching or exceeding 100 degrees over the course of the next several days. We've decided to open from 3-8pm on Friday, offer "Captain Marvel" on our projection screen in meeting room from our movie license, and ice water from a large insulated beverage cooler with cups, lids, and straws donated by local chain restaurants (we have McDonald's, Arby's, KFC, and Taco Bell). Our city hall and local senior center are also serving as cooling centers, and our local Tractor Supply Company will clear a center seating area and offer bowls of cool water to anyone who wants to visit a leased pet. Here is the original post: In the last several years, I've been slowly developing procedures related > to the library serving as warming center and also cooling center. I'm > happy to share what I've developed, but I'd love to see what you might have > in place? > > - When do you offer ice water or other cooling refreshment? > - When do you add programming and for who (kids only or > multi-generational)? > - When do you extend hours? > - When do you open on regularly closed days? > - When do you okay overtime (if ever)? > > Because there will hopefully be responses and/or discussion from multiple > states, so that we have some idea for comparison, please include: > > - your official service population and/or number of staff, AND > - whether you are consider urban, suburban, rural, or super rural/tiny > library. > > Note: For those of you in very warm climates, please note that we are in > Michigan, so our definition of "hot" and "very hot" is relative. Daily > high temperatures in July are around 82°F, rarely falling below 73°F or > exceeding 91°F. We also regularly have upwards of 70% humidity, even > without rain that day, which makes it all so much worse. > *Cynthia Stanczak* Library Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 (517) 629-3993 Albion District Library: Transforming Minds, Changing Lives. Proudly serving our community since 1919. Online at www.albionlibrary.org, or find us on Facebook! _____________________ We are an urban library in Central Texas, with 4 branches. HOT means over 100 degrees F, and cold is anything under about 40 degrees F. We are NOT a warming/cooling designated center. We’ve never done anything particular for either type of threat, although we do tend to stay open until the weather gets pretty nasty. If there’s a disaster, such as another hurricane on the coast that drives many people inland, we would evaluate the idea of extra hours or staff time to help people in shelters, etc… Our Central Library is 2 levels (a ground floor and a basement), making it an excellent shelter during tornado weather. We would remain open until a tornado warning ended if it began while we were open. Other than that, we don’t do anything. Gillian Wiseman _____________________ My smallish library (staff of 6, serving a low-income rural population of 20,000 over 600 sq. mi.) is always listed as a warming/cooling center. There are few places in the county where someone could go just to stay warm or cool--we're very rural. We aren't expected to provide anything extra or stay open late--I've asked and the emergency manager was surprised I would think we needed to. Last winter we needed to close due to snowstorms during our very, very cold weather (wind chills of -45 degrees). I asked our emergency manager if we needed to post that one of her warming centers wasn't going to be available and was told "no" because we aren't an *official *station, just a place where people can go to get warm during regular hours. We didn't see any extra people during the weather, or else the snow kept them at home. There was an emergency shelter opened in town, but no one showed up. Maybe it'll be different for the summer heat. We've had some patrons enjoying a sack lunch in our reading room with their shoes off. Erin Foley Adams County Library 569 N Cedar St., Suite 1 Adams, WI 53910 608-339-4250, ext. 641 *efoley(a)adamscountylibrary.info* <http://efoley@adamscountylibrary.info/> _____________________ Hi! New Mexico library here. We are designated as a "cooling" station primarily because we're open during the day, 6 days a week. However, we don't do anything for the public beyond our regular programs. We don't offer food or beverages (other than water fountains) or special programming, just chairs, books and computers. We've always sort of functioned this way, due to where we are (apparently on the surface of the sun), but it's only been this year that the City has designated us officially as a cooling center. So far, we haven't had to extend hours since the hottest hours are usually about 1-7 when the sun goes down (we're open until 8). However, we close on Sundays in the summer and the City is considering having us open on Sundays if the heat stays over 3 digits for an extended period (which it will because, like I mentioned, surface of the sun). We would have to offer OT or extra hours for PT staff if we do open up on Sundays, because it's not currently on the schedule. Our service population is approximately 100,000 people (City and county). We are urban (but small), the next biggest city is about 45 minutes away and it's about 800,000 people (city and county). We are in the desert, so our average summer temps usually hover around 100 degrees. Today, I think we're at 104. July and August are, in theory, anyway, our "monsoon" months, so we sometimes get cloudy and humidity goes over 40% and the heat dips a bit, but not much. Usually, it's just scorching hot. And yes I have fried eggs on the sidewalk. My cousin once baked cookies in her parked car because she's extra like that. We have two branches, but they're located in senior centers, which are closed on the weekends, and if they do open up as cooling centers, it's not on us to staff the locations, senior programs does it. Hope this helps! Margaret M. Neill Library Administrator/Quality of Life/Thomas Branigan Memorial Library Direct: 575-528-4017, Main: 575-528-4000, mneill(a)las-cruces.org _____________________ See my answers below (purple). We aren’t an “official” cooling or warming center but we do get mentioned on the news as being a place people can go in extreme temperatures. When do you offer ice water or other cooling refreshment? No but some of our location offer vending or a café where people can purchase refreshments. All have water fountains and people are welcome to fill their own bottles. When do you add programming and for who (kids only or multi-generational)? We do not add additional programming. When do you extend hours? No. Most locations are open 7 days a week so this hasn’t been necessary. When do you open on regularly closed days? We do not open locations that are normally closed on Sundays. When do you okay overtime (if ever)? No Because there will hopefully be responses and/or discussion from multiple states, so that we have some idea for comparison, please include: - your official service population and/or number of staff, AND - whether you are consider urban, suburban, rural, or (my category) super rural/tiny library. We are a 3 county library system in the Kansas City Metropolitan area and have locations serving about 800,000 people in urban, suburban, and rural locations. Building sizes range from 52,000 sq ft to 3,000 sq ft so we have some small, medium and large buildings. Let me know if you have questions. Susan Wray, Assistant Director & COO Mid-Continent Public Library 15616 East US 24 Hwy Independence, MO 64055 816.836.5200 | 816.521.7216 swray(a)mymcpl.org www.mymcpl.org _____________________ We're not an officially designated cooling/warming center, but we somewhat function as one. We're considered "rural-ish" with about 15,000 people, but being next to Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam (Nevada), we get a lot of tourist. We're also right next to the bus stop. We don't do anything special, but are open 6 days a week (M-Th 9 AM until 8:30 PM, F 9AM to 5 PM, and S 11 AM to 4 PM) and keep our a/c at around 74. Cold isn't as much of an issue here in Nevada normally. We have lots of programs going on in the summer because of our SRP as it is and have water fountains, bathrooms, computers/wifi, board games, and books. Many people come in to get out of the heat. The building is slightly off the beaten path for the main part of the town, but we still get lots of visitors. We also have a max temperature we will allow the library building to get before we shut down. Our AC has gone out twice in August in the 8 years I have been here. Samantha Bigger Head of Information Services Boulder City Library 702-294-5991 _____________________ We are an official cooling center during the summer months and participate through Los Angeles County as a designated cooling center. We report statistics to the County when we have an official heat advisory. Because no additional funding is provided, we provide this service as a courtesy to our community and surrounding communities during regular operating hours. We are open 60 hours a week and have public drinking fountains. Please see below (purple): - When do you add programming and for who (kids only or multi-generational)? We don’t do anything additional. - When do you extend hours? We don’t extend hours beyond our regular operational hours. - When do you open on regularly closed days? We don’t. We don’t have a budget/staff to accommodate this additional service. - When do you okay overtime (if ever)? We don’t. We don’t have an overtime budget. Because there will hopefully be responses and/or discussion from multiple states, so that we have some idea for comparison, please include: - your official service population and/or number of staff, AND – approximately 60,000 people in an 11.2 square mile area located 20 miles east of Los Angeles. - whether you are consider urban, suburban, rural, or super rural/tiny library – suburban (next door to the east of Pasadena) Darlene Bradley Director of Library & Museum Services | City of Arcadia 20 W. Duarte Rd. | Arcadia, CA 91006 (626) 821-5570 | dbradley(a)arcadiaca.gov _____________________ I'm a late comer to this one. When the heat index reaches 95 degrees, DC city government activates the Heat Emergency Alert. If it's the Hyperthermia Alert, it means there's dangerous heat in the forecast. The DC Public Library system (all 26 branches) is among numerous sites designated as cooling centers in the city. Recreation and senior centers are on the list too. We don't do anything special for services or hours. Also, here's the DC Heat Emergency resource webpage: https://hsema.dc.gov/page/heat-emergency-information Elisa Babel, MLS Adult Librarian Juanita E. Thornton/Shepherd Park Library 7420 Georgia Ave., NW Washington, DC 20012 202-541-6100/6025

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padded envelopes gone
by Tanya Procknow 17 Jul '19

17 Jul '19

Tanya R. Procknow Mackinaw Area Public Library Youth Librarian (231)436-5451

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Job Opening
by Jeri Wonders 17 Jul '19

17 Jul '19

Muskegon Area District Library (MADL) is one of Muskegon County's leading library systems, with 10 branches throughout Muskegon County. Our team is dedicated to our mission of connecting a diverse community to resources and services that educate, inform, enrich and entertain. We have an exciting opportunity to join our team in a newly created position. The Emerging Technology Specialist, under the direction of the IT Manager, will serve as member of IT team in supporting the technology functions including: * Backing up the IT Manager and Technology Specialist * Assisting in identifying and promoting emerging and existing technologies, * Assisting patrons in the use of various personal electronic devices * Assisting in the learning and implementing of new library technologies and services to staff. We offer an excellent benefit package including: medical, dental, vision, life, STD/LTD, pension, EAP, PTO and 12 paid holidays. Bring your skills and enthusiasm to our team to make a positive impact on our communities. For full job description and application please visit www.madl.org<http://www.madl.org>. Jeri Wonders HR Manager 231-737-6248 | www.madl.org<http://www.madl.org> 4845 Airline Rd. | Muskegon, MI 49444 [cid:Facebook_4114b57e-72de-42e7-86da-c6cd8d1bd30b.png]<https://www.facebook.com/MuskegonAreaDistrictLibrary/?ref=br_rs> [cid:Youtube_b7788158-662e-4a21-abe7-e4993d46d76d.png] <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3p73nXZ_UJBCLvmNkns5gQ> [cid:Twitter_2919c137-b592-4291-9bd4-a27df7a25930.png] <https://twitter.com/madltweets> [cid:Pinterest_f16a13d1-38c2-4572-9f1a-20af69bd9e4b.png] <https://www.pinterest.com/MADLibrary/> [cid:LinkedIn_e8acde6a-34ef-4044-9ae8-3611c2d7fb9c.png] <https://www.linkedin.com/company/muskegon-area-district-library/> <https://plus.google.com/+MuskegonAreaDistrictLibraryAdministrationLBPH> [cid:NewMADLLogotiny_e82d282b-5ca6-48c9-8c53-46dd2a6380ad.png]

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Program recommendation: Flying Aces Frisbee Show
by Emily Dumas 17 Jul '19

17 Jul '19

Greetings, We recently hosted Flying Aces here at ROPL and it was such a fun program. The team first demonstrated different throwing techniques and talked about the history of disc throwing, all while keeping it engaging for the kids. They then did about fifteen minutes of a choreographed routine to music that was very impressive (you won't believe how athletic Frisbee throwing can be!). Finally they ended with a game for volunteers to see who could catch the most throws to each other. Some of the kids purchased Frisbees after the show and were trying all the stunts because they were so enamored. Brian, the co-founder, was extremely easy to work with and is very flexible about working with different types of space considerations. I highly recommend Flying Aces! http://www.flyingaces.com/ -- Emily M. Dumas Library Director Royal Oak Public Library 248.246.3710

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padded mailing envelopes
by Tanya Procknow 17 Jul '19

17 Jul '19

We have two boxes of padded mailing envelopes available. One is larger sizes 4 -6 and one is smaller size 0 - 3. Free to first who claims them. Send your zv# and we will send them out. Tanya R. Procknow Mackinaw Area Public Library Youth Librarian (231)436-5451

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Job Posting - Public Services Librarian/PT - Kettering University
by Dawn Winans 17 Jul '19

17 Jul '19

Our Mission - Kettering University prepares students for lives of extraordinary leadership and service by linking transformative experiential learning opportunities to rigorous academic programs in engineering, science, mathematics, and business. More about Kettering: https://www.kettering.edu/about Hours: 28 hours per week Salary: $20.00 per hour Apply: Email your resume and cover letter to Dr. Dina Mein, dmein(a)kettering.edu --Kettering is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to broadening the diversity of its workforce-- Duties & Qualifications: - Staff the Questions Desk, providing research assistance to faculty, students and staff. Participate in chat and email research services. - Provide instruction to faculty, students and staff on the use of all library resources in person and online in a friendly and responsive manner. Conduct information and digital literacy instruction and orientation to the library. - Demonstrates expertise with information technology, including research databases, LibGuides, discovery systems, integrated library systems, institutional repository systems, and learning management systems. - Occasionally working with Kettering University's historical collection, answering research requests and digitizing collection items. - Perform marketing and outreach programs that include collaboration with faculty, staff and students. - Serve on library committees. Participate in strategic planning. - Master’s Degree in Library Science or Information Science. -- *Dawn M. Winans* *Public & Research Services LibrarianLibrary* *Phone: 810-762-9842* *Fax: 810-762-9744* *1700 University Ave~Flint, MI, 48504 * *Kettering University* *"Believe and act as if it were impossible to fail." * *~ Charles Kettering*

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