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Closing
by Hartford Public Library 29 Jan '19

29 Jan '19

Hartford Public Library is closed today, Tuesday, Jan.29th.

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Library Director - Dothan Houston County (AL) Library System-New Salary & Revised Qualifications-Search Extended
by Jobeth Bradbury 28 Jan '19

28 Jan '19

Library Director-Dothan Houston County Library System (AL)-Salary & Qualifications Revised - Search Extended! Looking Ahead With 2020 Vision - And Then Beyond. The Dothan Houston County (AL) Library System<https://www.dhcls.org/> Board of Trustees seeks its next successful Library Director-someone to lead the System in achieving its vision of connecting people to the transformational power of knowledge and discovery. Located in Dothan, Alabama, the DHCLS serves Houston County's 105,000 residents with facilities including: the Main Library in Dothan, the Westgate Branch (both new in 2014), a recently refreshed library in Ashford, and active bookmobile, outreach and virtual programs. Focusing on literacy and lifelong learning, access to technology, and community engagement, staff have significantly increased traffic with approximately 300,000 visits per year. Extensive programming at the library for all ages provides patrons with a comfortable, safe and welcoming place to visit, enjoy and connect. The Library System, a 501(c)(3), has an annual operating budget of $1.3 million funded by the cities of Dothan, Ashford, and Houston County and supplemental revenue from private contributions and grants, and state and federal sources. The strength of DHCLS is built on the staff and their commitment to providing the best materials, technology and service to all residents. A key area of focus for the new Director going forward will be fundraising and development. Dothan, Alabama<http://www.dothan.org/> (Houston County) is situated in the Southeastern corner of Alabama 90 miles north of Panama City, FL beaches and 18 miles west of the Georgia state line. Houston County is home to a diverse population of more than 105,000 residents. Primary area employment opportunities include: medical and health sciences, transportation, agriculture, Fort Rucker (Army), and manufacturing, retail and educational facilities. With one fourth of the US peanut crop grown in the region, Dothan is billed as the "Peanut Capital of the World." Known as the Hub of the Wiregrass, residents enjoy a low cost of living and a high quality of life enriched by community activities, sporting events, social clubs, cultural organizations and a broad range of religious institutions. With a renewed focus on education, the city and county public schools have been re-energized for all students, and multiple private school options also exist. Higher education institutions include Wallace Community College, Troy University and the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine. For more information on the Library and the area, see DHCLS Links<http://www.bradburymiller.com/Dothanlinks.htm>. Responsibilities. The Library Director, under the guidance of the 15-member Board of Trustees, develops and maintains the library service program meeting the needs of its constituents throughout the County-ensuring delivery of quality programs and services. The Director works closely with the Board and staff recommending and developing policies; developing and implementing the Strategic Plan; actively engaging in public relations and media opportunities; understanding regional community needs; actively participating in DHCLS communities; serving as liaison to the very active and engaged Friends of the Library; understanding and developing the annual operating budget; seeking collaborative partnerships; maintaining and developing entrepreneurial and fundraising opportunities; staying abreast of industry trends; and creating and sustaining a positive work environment. Minimum qualifications. Three years of experience in library management and operations or any equivalent combination of experience, education and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. Desirable attributes and skills should include: fundraising and development knowledge and interest; vision, creativity, energy and enthusiasm; superior written and oral communications skills; demonstrated success in effectively marketing and promoting library services to the community; political acumen; sound fiscal and budgeting skills; collaborative and consensus building skills; experience in recruiting, mentoring, evaluating and retaining an excellent staff; and a thorough knowledge of current trends, technologies and "best practices" for library service. A bachelor's degree in an appropriate field from an accredited institution is required. A master's degree in Library Science from an accredited program, public library experience, and experience as a director reporting to a governing board are preferred. Compensation. The starting salary range is $72,000 - $85,000 with placement dependent on experience and qualifications. A competitive benefits package is included. For further information, please visit Bradbury Miller Associates<http://www.bradburymiller.com/>. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and resume as Word or PDF attachments to Dan Bradbury<mailto:danbradbury@bradburymiller.com>. This position will close March 17, 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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Fortnite at the Library
by Emily Cummings 28 Jan '19

28 Jan '19

Hi Everyone, I have just started a gamers' club at 2 branches of our library for kids in grades 5-9. Fortnite is the big favorite right now, and we played it this past month. Do any of you have gamers' clubs and/or host Fortnite? If so, would you mind sharing any tips or tricks? I would very much appreciate it! Thank you! Emily Cummings Middle Grades/Adolescent Literary Specialist 906-774-1218 emily(a)dcl-lib.org<mailto:emily@dcl-lib.org> [cid:image001.jpg@01D43947.507FEFD0]

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Webinar Reminder: One Size Does NOT fit all - spaces still open
by Kate Andrade 28 Jan '19

28 Jan '19

Join us this *Thursday, January 31, 2019* from 11am to 12:30pm for *One Size Does Not Fit All,* a webinar that will help you learn tips and tricks to make your programming and your library services more inclusive to users of all ages with special needs. Presented by Jen Taggart, Assistant Department Head of Youth Services at the Bloomfield Township Public Library and an Accessibility Services Speaker & Consultant, this free webinar will help you step up your programming skills and provide you with tools and resources used by practicing librarians. Provided by the Children’s & Teen Services Committee at Woodlands Library Cooperative, this webinar is free for all to attend. Webinar access link will be sent to attendees on Wednesday afternoon, and if the technology behaves, the webinar will be recorded and archived for future reference. Register here: http://woodlands.lib.mi.us/events/one-size/ kate -- Kate Pohjola Andrade, Director Woodlands Library Cooperative 517-629-9469 586-801-0725 - cell/text http://woodlands.lib.mi.us

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Open
by Joann Crater 28 Jan '19

28 Jan '19

Hudson Library is open today. Since I had to come in this morning to do my radio report and banking, I decided to stay and called the city to let them know we are available as a warming center for anyone out and about or if anyone loses heat. One more reason for the city to like us. lol Plus I need to get that darn state aid report to Joe before long. Bundle up, stay warm, stay safe. Joann Crater Director Hudson Carnegie District Library (zv170) 205 S. Market St. Hudson MI 49247 517-448-3801 director(a)hudsoncdl.org

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Southfield CLOSED today
by Dave Ewick 28 Jan '19

28 Jan '19

The Southfield Public Library will not open today to the public. David L. Ewick, MLS, MS City Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Southfield, Michigan 48076 248 796-4300 dewick(a)southfieldlibrary.org P Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail.

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Ypsilanti Closing Early
by Julianne Smith 28 Jan '19

28 Jan '19

Ypsilanti will close at 4:00 today. Julianne J. Smith Assistant Director Ypsilanti District Library 5577 Whittaker Rd. | Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (734) 879-1301 | (734) 482-0047 fax smith(a)ypsilibrary.org<mailto:smith@ypsilibrary.org> | www.ypsilibrary.org<http://www.ypsilibrary.org/>

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James White Library Closing Early for Snow
by Anne Oyerly 28 Jan '19

28 Jan '19

Hello all, James White Library at Andrews University will be closing early today at 6 pm. University classes were cancelled at 12:30 pm today. Anne E Oyerly Building & Stacks Manager James White Library Andrews University 269-471-6117

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Charlotte Community Library
by oliverj＠charlottelibrary.org 28 Jan '19

28 Jan '19

Charlotte Community Library, Charlotte MI is closed today, Monday 1/28/19 due to Weather. Jim Oliver Director

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Ferndale Area District Library closing at 3 pm
by Jenny Marr 28 Jan '19

28 Jan '19

Hello, the Ferndale Library will be closing at 3:00 pm today. Stay safe everyone! *Jenny Marr* Director Ferndale Area District Library (Library) 248-546-2504 (Office) 248-547-6000 www.ferndalepubliclibrary.org

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