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MeL Minute: Fine Tuning Your Biography Search
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 21 Mar '19

21 Mar '19

Greetings Everyone, [A close up of text on a white background Description automatically generated]While the obvious place to search for great biographies in MeL's eResources may seem to be Biography Reference Center, we've found that Explora, History Refence Center, and Literary Reference Center are options rich in content as well. Biography Reference Center provides thousands of reliable full-text biographies, including the complete full text run of Biography Today and Biography, plus narrative and historical biographies not available in other databases. In addition to keyword search, users can locate biographies by subject, occupation, nationality, activity, gender, lifespan and more. Explora is the best option for biographies of present-day individuals, such as celebrities. The search results include video clips, primary source documents, reviews, conference materials, reports, encyclopedias (including Funk & Wagnall's New World Encyclopedia 2018), trade publications and eBooks. Additionally, there are hundreds of newspaper, academic journal, and magazine articles to consider. History Reference Center provides biographies of historical figures, documents, photos, maps, film, and video from leading history journals. Literary Reference Center includes biographies of literary figures, plot summaries, literary criticism, book reviews, reference books, magazine articles and author interviews. When researching biographies, take into consideration the occupation and time period of the person you're investigating. Is he an historical figure or a 2019 pop star? Is she an author or an actor? The best eResources for historical biographies are Biography Reference Center and History Reference Center. Explora is a great eResource to use when learning about pop stars, actors or any present-day politician or mover and shaker. Literary Reference Center not only offers biographies about authors and poets, but it also gives users access to items such as author interviews and book reviews. All these details inform which eResources to use to get the most out of your search. If your library provides the advanced search option, think about utilizing it to fine-tune your results. For example, if you are searching for biographical information on Ron Howard, add actor or director in the second or third search box. When you do this, only the information relevant to his work as an actor or director shows up in your results. Learning about each eResource and choosing the one (or two or three...) best equipped to help you with your research (or satisfy your curiosity) may seem daunting at first. Take heart! Ann Kaskinen (K12) and Theresa Runyan (Public), MeL's Engagement Specialists, are here to help. When you need assistance or additional training, just reach out: mcls.org/melrequest<http://mcls.org/melrequest>. Brought to you Engagement Specialists Ann Kaskinen and Theresa Runyan of the MeL Team. Supporting Michigan Libraries by Putting You First. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for the next MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, visit http://mel.org<http://mel.org/>, or sign up for the MeL Minute and other Library of Michigan e-mail lists via GovDelivery<https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/subscriber/new>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. MeL eResources are available to Michigan residents or for Michigan library or school access only. #IMLSGrant 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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Don't miss your chance for these upcoming RIDES & Technology courses from MCLS
by Gwen Haviland 21 Mar '19

21 Mar '19

Registration closing soon for these MCLS & MeL webinars! RIDES Policies & Procedures<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/rides-policies-and-procedures-300.html> 1 day class, March 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm Eastern (1:00pm - 2:00pm Central) For RIDES/MeLCat library staff! Accessible Electronic Documents<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/accessible-electronic-documents-331.html> 1 day class, March 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm Eastern (9:00am - 11:00am Central) 2 T-LEUs for IN staff! ******************************** MCLS 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<mailto:training@mcls.org>

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Rally of Writers -- April 6th -- LCC
by Lise Mitchell 21 Mar '19

21 Mar '19

Please post for your patrons and for your own interest. *A Rally of Writers * Saturday, April 6, 2019 9:00–4:00 Conference Center, LCC West Campus 4708 Cornerstone, Lansing, MI A Rally of Writers announces William Langford as keynoter for the 32nd annual writers’ conference to be held on April 6, 2019. “Will the Poet” is an award-winning performance artist, a Fulbright scholar, and a doctoral candidate at MSU, who will open the conference with “And Each One A Griot.” Also featured are 13 breakout sessions full of memoir and mystery, magic and self-editing, writing your life in essay and poetry, finding truth for YA angst and children and long-ago stories. Presenters, published Michigan writers or professionals, include Will Langford, Mardi Link, Lev Raphael, Dennis Hinrichsen, Landis Lain, Jan Shoemaker, Ruth McNally Barshaw, Dedria Humphries Barker, John Smolens, and Sarah Zettel. An editors’ panel with Louise Ahern, Nancy Feldbush, and Ken Zahrt will end the day. Book sales. Book signings. Pretty good cookies. Cost: $90 ($50 students) in advance. ($105/$60, at the door) Lunch $15. More information: *arallyofwriters.com <http://arallyofwriters.com>* or 517-899-3281. Funded in part by the MSU Press, the U-M Press, Lansing Community College, and the Michigan Humanities Council, an affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. *Linda Peckham * *peckhammorris(a)yahoo.com <peckhammorris(a)yahoo.com>* *arallyofwriters.com <http://arallyofwriters.com>* 517.899.3281 -- Lise Mitchell, Director Grand Ledge Area District Library 131 E. Jefferson Street Grand Ledge, MI 48837 gladldirector(a)gmail.com 517-622-3550 direct 517-627-7014 Library 517-627-6276 fax

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Call to Action: Michigan School Libraries!
by Lester, Kathy 21 Mar '19

21 Mar '19

MAME's Advocacy Committee needs your help! *Please send a letter to your Michigan Representative.* *EveryLibrary has made it easy to do so at this link:* https://www.saveschoollibrarians.org/3billsmichigan It only takes one minute to do so. We need to fill our representatives in-boxes to let them know the importance of school libraries staffed with certified school librarians for our students and school communities! As you most likely know, our students' reading scores are near the bottom nationally. Michigan is ranked 47th in the nation in the ratio of students to school librarians, and only 8% of our schools employ a full-time school librarian. Our students deserve better. Thus, it is important to contact your representative. You can follow up your email with an email to meet with your representative. The legislature will be on break during the weeks of March 25th and April 1st, thus, this would be a great time to meet with them locally as they will be working "in district" during that time. {Or you could send *one* email to request support and a meeting by copying and personalizing this sample email <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DnsOybPVb_GhPrVrXGIQzIOvNuedo3xe1oqPmz5…>, instead of sending the EveryLibrary email with follow-up} *I**f you need support or talking points for a meeting, please let the MAME advocacy committee know.* *BACKGROUND INFORMATION:* State Representatives Darrin Camilleri, Matt Koleszar, and Kristy Pagan introduced three bills on Thursday, March 14 to require schools in Michigan to have a school library staffed with a certified library media specialist as well as staff to keep the library open when the library media specialist is unavailable. See: (https://housedems.com/article/dem-legislators-work-promote-improve-literacy ) MAME's advocacy committee has worked for several years to raise awareness of the critical need for effective school libraries and to have bills such as these introduced. The representatives want to raise awareness of the need for equitable access to school libraries staffed by certified school librarians to help them in their efforts to secure funding. Please send a letter to [or call] your Michigan House Representative asking them to support these three bills --- HB 4392, 4393, 4394. Thank you, Michigan Association for Media in Education (MAME) Advocacy Committee Kathy Lester, Chair Lisa Brakel Carrie Betts Tam Cummings Amy Hermon Klaudia Janek Cat Kerns Stephanie Luyt Gwenn Marchesano Shannon Torres Cynthia Zervos Kathy Lester, MLIS, MA *Advocacy Chair, Past-President 2014* Michigan Association for Media in Education (MAME) *Region 3 Director* American Association of School Librarians (AASL) *SIGLIB Communications Director* Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning (MACUL) *School Library Media Specialist / Technology Coach* *SL21 Model Library, 2017-2018* *SL21 Exemplary Ranking - Michigan School Libraries for the 21st Century 2016-2019* East Middle School, Plymouth-Canton Schools *ISTE Making IT Happen Award Winner* *2017 MAME Michigan School Library Program of the Year* *2012 **State Librarian's Excellence Award Winner* kathyL(a)mimame.org twitter: @LibraryL <https://twitter.com/LibraryL> 810.333.5873

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ALA News for 3/19
by Jennifer L. Dean 20 Mar '19

20 Mar '19

Hello, all - Please see below for this week's ALA News. A couple of other notes... 1) ALA voting is open now! As others have noted, we have lots of great MI candidates to vote for. Thank you to Steve Bowers for compiling the attached list - resending so you have it here. Check your email for your ballot - you may receive a mailed ballot if ALA was not able to reach you by email. Polls close at 11:59 pm on Wed, 4/3. 2) The ALA Office for Library Advocacy (OLA) is urging all library advocates to contact their representatives to ask them to sign the LSTA and IAL letters. We are short of last year, and working to match last year's levels. * Contact your Representative and ask them to sign the LSTA and IAL letters. The more calls from their home state and district, the more likely it is that a Member of Congress will sign the letters. You may participate by signing up for our engagement tool at https://cqrcengage.com/ala/?0 * The ALA OLA is especially working to reach newly elected Representatives who likely are not familiar with these programs nor have they seen these letters before. Review the list of names below. If a representative from your state is on this list, please contact their office today as the deadline is Monday. You may use the script provided here: SCRIPT 1. There are two Dear Appropriator Letters circulating in support of library funding and we note that your boss has not signed these letters. 1. One supports Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) which returns federal funds to our state libraries every year and is led by Representatives Raul Grijalva (Pronounced Gree-halva) and Don Young. 1. The second supports the Innovative Approaches to Literacy (IAL) in the Department of Education and is led by Representatives Eddie Bernice Johnson, Don Young and Jim McGovern. 1. This may be the first time you are seeing these letters, but we are asking that your boss sign these letters and show support for the local public and school libraries in your district. 1. Please contact these offices today to add your name in support of library funding. We want to be able to tell the library community in your state that you support library funding! * For LSTA: Marilyn Zepeda at Marilyn.Zepeda(a)mail.house.gov<mailto:Marilyn.Zepeda@mail.house.gov> with Rep. Raul Grijalva or Truman Reed at Truman.Reed(a)mail.house.gov<mailto:Truman.Reed@mail.house.gov> with Rep. Don Young * For IAL: Nawaid Ladak at Nawaid.Ladak(a)mail.house.gov<mailto:Nawaid.Ladak@mail.house.gov> with Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson or Truman Reed atTruman.Reed(a)mail.house.gov<mailto:Truman.Reed@mail.house.gov> with Rep. Don Young MI Reps include: District 8 - Elissa Slotkin, 202-225-4872 District 9 - Andy Levin, 202-225-4961 District 11 - Haley Stevens, 202-225-8171 District 13 - Rashida Tlaib, 202-225-5126 Please read on for the news... ALA launches executive director search with new search committee and Isaacson, Miller<http://bit.ly/2Y4Oir8> <http://bit.ly/2Y4Oir8>The American Library Association (ALA) announced today it has opened its search for an executive director, in partnership with corporate executive search firm Isaacson, Miller, to succeed current ALA Executive Director Mary W. Ghikas. The search will be led by a new ALA Executive Director Search Committee comprising various member leaders and senior association staff. Read more<http://bit.ly/2Y4Oir8> PLA opens Public Library Data Service survey for Fiscal 2018<http://bit.ly/2Y5izWJ> <http://bit.ly/2Y5izWJ>All public libraries in the U.S. and Canada are invited to complete an important survey, which collects important information on public libraries' finances, resources, service usage and technology from Fiscal Year 2018. A summary of the survey data is published annually in PLA's Public Library Data Service (PLDS) Statistical Report. Read more<http://bit.ly/2Y5izWJ> 2019 ALA elections are open<http://bit.ly/2YaqmCz> <http://bit.ly/2YaqmCz>Voting in the 2019 ALA elections is now open. Between March 11 and March 13, the ALA sent e-mails to voters, providing them with their unique passcodes and information about how to vote online. The polls will close on Wednesday, April 3 at 11:59 p.m. Central time. Read more<http://bit.ly/2YaqmCz> Nation’s libraries prepare for Money Smart Week®, March 30, April 6<http://bit.ly/2Y6U7Em> <http://bit.ly/2Y6U7Em>Financial issues are a constant in our lives. They change as they reflect milestones in our lives. At every stage in life, we are faced with financial issues, whether it means spending our allowance wisely, obtaining loans for college, applying for a mortgage or saving for retirement. >From March 30-April 6, 2019, more than 1,000 of our nation’s libraries will be participating in Money Smart Week®. Library events will focus on such diverse financial issues as first-time home buying, obtaining renovation loans, preparing a personal spending plan, the property tax appeal process, evaluating financial aid packages, choosing the proper Medicare plan and the basics of wills and trusts. Libraries are also offering programs that week on options for tax-free savings and charitable tax strategies. Read more<http://bit.ly/2Y6U7Em> Dav Pilkey shares 'Radical Ideas' in new AASL video<http://bit.ly/2Tdh2uh> <http://bit.ly/2Tdh2uh>A new video featuring Dav Pilkey, the worldwide bestselling creator of Dog Man and Captain Underpants, is now available from the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) as part of the 2019 celebration of School Library Month. In the video, Pilkey speaks to how “reading without judgment” was a turning point in his life. School librarian professionals and advocates for school libraries are encouraged to download and share the video throughout their communities in celebration of School Library Month. Observed in April and sponsored by the American Association of School Librarians (AASL), School Library Month celebrates school libraries as approachable, equitable, and personalized learning environments necessary for every student’s well-rounded education. Read more<http://bit.ly/2Tdh2uh> ALSC invites applications for 2020 Arbuthnot Lecture with Neil Gaiman<http://bit.ly/2YcfVhQ> <http://bit.ly/2YcfVhQ>The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) and the 2020 May Hill Arbuthnot Lecture Committee are proud to announce the opening of the application to host the 2020 event featuring author, Neil Gaiman. The Arbuthnot Lecture is an annual event, announced at the American Library Association’s Midwinter Meeting, in which an author, critic, librarian, historian or teacher of children’s literature presents a paper that makes a significant contribution to the field. A library school, department of education in a college or university or a children’s library system may be considered. The lecture is administered by ALSC. Read more<http://bit.ly/2YcfVhQ> Wellness in the Library Workplace two-week course starts in April<http://bit.ly/2Y9qIJH> <http://bit.ly/2Y9qIJH>You’re a library worker. You are already helping those in your community find health information. But what are you doing to manage your own well-being? Are you a supervisor? How are you helping to ensure your staff stays healthy (physically, emotionally, etc.)? Individual and community well-being are inherently connected. Thus, it is critical that workplaces provide an environment of wellness for their employees. As part of her presidential theme on Wellness, ALA-Allied Professional Association (ALA-APA) President Loida Garcia-Febo has partnered with the National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NNLM) to bring a complimentary two-week course to library workers worldwide. The course begins April 15, 2019. Read more<http://bit.ly/2Y9qIJH> ALA 2019 ANNUAL CONFERENCE LITA ALA Annual Precons: Active and Engaging<http://bit.ly/2TeqYUh> AWARDS AND GRANTS Public Library Association unveils 2019 award winners <http://bit.ly/2Yanzts>Jim Duncan Receives Immroth Award<http://bit.ly/2Y9cFE8> Susan Gauthier receives AASL Innovative Reading Grant<http://bit.ly/2Tgochm> Oakleaf wins 2019 ACRL/IS Miriam Dudley Instruction Librarian Award<http://bit.ly/2Yazw1V> Arizona, New Hampshire, and Tennessee libraries win 2019 ALSC Bookapalooza Program<http://bit.ly/2Th2k5p> Holly Schwarzmann receives AASL Frances Henne Award<http://bit.ly/2Ths4yv> Apply now for the 2019 Teens’ Top Ten Book Giveaway<http://bit.ly/2Y6EM6K> Megan Donnelly named recipient of NMRT’s 2019 Olofson Award<http://bit.ly/2Y59CNn> Shirley Simmons receives AASL Distinguished School Administrator Award<http://bit.ly/2YbzTtt> ECOURSES, WEBINARS AND WORKSHOPS LLAMA webinar helps you move forward in your career<http://bit.ly/2TiVZXd> PLA announces webinar series on cultural intelligence in libraries <http://bit.ly/2TjtOqS>A New Approach to Recruiting and Interviewing Library Staff<http://bit.ly/2TdhUPz> Practical Classification and Subject Access Cataloging<http://bit.ly/2TfUsRK> Library Programming for All Ages, Stages, and Sizes<http://bit.ly/2TfrC3H>

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Suggested Program: Kim Darst - Iditarod Presentation
by Andrea Graham 20 Mar '19

20 Mar '19

Kim Darst from Husky Haven Kennels recently gave a presentation at my library on her 2009 Iditarod experience. We had a good turnout and rave reviews following her program. Kim’s program consists of a kid-friendly PowerPoint presentation, a meet & greet opportunity with her friendly sled dog – Mitch, and a hands-on experience by allowing patrons to stand on her sled for photo ops. Kim has a simple set up, is easy to work with and she’s a great storyteller! She’s interested in presenting her story at other libraries -- I highly recommend booking Kim. https://www.huskyhavenkennels.com/ choprwmn(a)yahoo.com 906-452-6014 Cabin 516-790-9183 Cell Andrea Graham Family Programming Chippewa River District Library 301 S. University Avenue Mount Pleasant, MI 48858 989-773-3242 ext. 217 agraham(a)crdl.org

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[BRAND NEW] Braille Books - Youth Chapter Books
by Emily Brush 20 Mar '19

20 Mar '19

Hello All, I have 4 brand new youth chapter books in braille up for grabs. Send me an email if your library would like to give these books a home and I will send them your way! Magic Tree House #12 - Polar Bears Past Bedtime Judy Moody Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2 copies) Thank you! Emily Brush *Emily Brush* – Early Literacy Librarian Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi MI 48375 *Office: * 248-349-0720 ext. 7285 www.novilibrary.org *Inform. Inspire. Include.* *City of Novi Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence 1969-2019*

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Register for April Friends of Michigan Libraries and Trustee Alliance Workshops
by White, Shannon (MDE) 20 Mar '19

20 Mar '19

Deadline to register is March 22! The Friends of Michigan Libraries (FOML) will hold its annual membership meeting at its April 4th workshop at the Novi Public Library. Election of FOML Board officers and new board members will take place at that time. Friends of Michigan Libraries, FOML, and the FOML Trustee Alliance, will be providing two 1-day workshops in April for library friends and trustees. Each day will feature Jamie LaRue, speaking about intellectual freedom and related topics, as well as other presenters. These workshops will be held at the Novi Public Library on April 4 & 5, 2019. Libraries are viewed as open access organizations, providing information resources and materials to their communities without barriers to those services. Libraries have an obligation to provide materials and information which represent all points of view and which reflect diversity of opinion. What happens when a library is challenged about its selection of materials or its use of meeting room space? How does a library meet that challenge? Registration and full details, including an agenda for each day, can be found using the links below. Thursday, April 4, Friends of Michigan Libraries FOML - https://fomlevents.org/events/spring-workshop-and-fred-ruffner-symposium/ Friday, April 5, FOML Trustee Alliance - https://fomlevents.org/events/trustee-alliance-workshop/ The cost for each is $25 for members and non-members is $35. This registration rate includes all workshop materials, refreshments and lunch. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Library of Michigan. 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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Tobin Buhk, Michigan true crime author program
by David Stokes 20 Mar '19

20 Mar '19

Hello Folks, We had Michigan true crime author Tobin Buhk at our library last night and he was *very *well received. Tobin is very engaging, entertaining & knowledgeable on his topic. His presentation, "Michigan's Most Dangerous Women," ties-in with his 10th and most recent book *Wicked Women of Detroit*. For the 1st time in my 11 + years at our library we actually maxed out the registration for this program; and, even though they didn't all attend last night, we had over 60 patrons show up to listen to his presentation--and buy copies of his books afterwards. Many of our patrons on the way out also asked that we have him back again, too. I know he's been making the rounds all over the state as programs about Michigan, and true crime in particular, are both popular; but, nonetheless, I wanted to recommend him to folks out there in libraryland if you've not caught wind of him, or were maybe on the fence about hosting him. Yours truly, David M. Stokes Adult Services Librarian Adult Services Dept. Milford Public Library 330 Family Dr. Milford, MI 48381 248-684-0845, ext. 305 dstokes(a)milfordlibrary.info

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REMINDER: Call for Proposals: Community College Lightning Talks at MiALA 2019
by Fiero Jennifer R 20 Mar '19

20 Mar '19

***Please excuse cross-posting*** Proposals are currently sought for 5-minute lightning talks at the 2019 MiALA (Michigan Academic Library Association) Annual Conference, held on May 13 and 14, 2019 at Saginaw Valley State University. We are looking for 6 presenters to discuss topics relevant to community college librarians and staff. This is a great opportunity to get your feet wet if you've never presented at a conference before! Potential subjects include (but are not limited to): - Managing multiple job responsibilities & diverse projects - Engaging library staff - Making connections with faculty & adjunct faculty - Balancing needs of diverse student population - Student worker training & engagement - Connecting with administration & proving value To submit a proposal, please visit https://goo.gl/forms/bUGz4bx9QA3uU1LE2. Deadline for proposals is April 5, 2019. Jen Fiero (She/Her/Hers) Reference & Instruction Librarian Atkinson Library Office: (517) 787-0800 x8295 Circ Desk: (517) 796-8622 Reference: (517) 787-0800 x8374 [cid:image001.jpg@01D4BC6C.16EBF7C0] 2111 Emmons Road Jackson, MI 49201 [cid:image002.jpg@01D4BC6C.16EBF7C0]<https://www.facebook.com/JacksonCollege/>[cid:image003.jpg@01D4BC6C.16EBF7C0]<https://twitter.com/jacksoncollege>[cid:image004.jpg@01D4BC6C.16EBF7C0]<https://www.youtube.com/user/JccJets>[cid:image005.jpg@01D4BC6C.16EBF7C0]<http://www.jccmi.edu/>

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