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MLA Community Collaboration Training April 15th - Registration Closing Soon
by Romy Fitschen 08 Apr '19

08 Apr '19

Join MLA on Monday, April 15 in Grand Rapids for Community Collaborations 2019<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0015YRzHcep7ykayZuDQfdCoYGDxlWaKrQhYVp8QMMEsgVA…>. Immigration issues are impacting communities across the country. How can libraries better serve the immigrant population in our state? A lineup of experts will give you an overview of concerns and how your library can better serve these patrons and students. Learn more<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0015YRzHcep7ykayZuDQfdCoYGDxlWaKrQhYVp8QMMEsgVA…> 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Grand Rapids Public Library<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0015YRzHcep7ykayZuDQfdCoYGDxlWaKrQhYVp8QMMEsgVA…> 111 Library St NE Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (616) 988-5400 Romy Fitschen Director Finance and Administration Michigan Library Association rfitschen(a)milibraries.org<mailto:rfitschen@milibraries.org> <http://www.milibraries.org/>

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Author event at the Otsego County Library
by Maureen Derenzy 08 Apr '19

08 Apr '19

We are excited to be hosting Lori Rader-Day, author of Under the Dark Sky, a mystery set in the International Dark Sky Park in Emmet County, Michigan. The event takes place on Wednesday, April 10 at 6:30 pm. The book was recently nominated for the prestigious Edgar award. This event is made possible by an award through the Michigan Center for the Book, the Michigan affiliate of the National Center for the Book at the Library of Congress. Their mission is to promote an awareness of books, reading, literacy, authors and Michigan's rich literary heritage. Rader-Day grew up frequenting local libraries, reading all the Beverly Cleary, Judy Blume, and Lois Duncan she could get her hands on. She studied journalism at Ball State University, but eventually gave in to her dream and turned to creative writing. Now a resident of Chicago, she is active in the area's crime writing community. She is also the current national vice-president of Sisters in Crime, a crime writers' organization, becoming national president in October 2019. We'd love to have you join us! Maureen Maureen Derenzy, Library Director Otsego County Library 700 S. Otsego Avenue Gaylord, MI 49735 (989) 732-5841 x15 mderenzy(a)otsego.org

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Job Posting: Hesperia Community Library
by Carol Dawe 08 Apr '19

08 Apr '19

For the full job ad and description please click below: http://hesperialibrary.org/information/information.html <http://hesperialibrary.org/information/information.html> The Board of Trustees of the Hesperia Community Library (population 5,933) seeks an enthusiastic, resourceful and community focused individual to serve as their Library Director. The Hesperia Community Library serves 4 townships in rural Oceana and Newaygo Counties, 30 miles northeast of Muskegon and approximately 50 miles northwest of Grand Rapids. The library is a pristine 11,900 square foot building that is the crown jewel of this welcoming and picturesque community. This is a 30 hour per week position. Hesperia Community Library is a Class II library and a member of the Lakeland Library Cooperative. Salary range is $33,000-$38,000 with no benefits. Summary of responsibilities: The Library Director is responsible for all library operations: creating, establishing and implementing plans, programs, and policies adopted by the Board of Trustees in the areas of financial management, program and collection development, staff development and supervision, and facility maintenance and community outreach. Summary of qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 4 years work experience in a public library with at least 2 years of management experience. A required certificate for a Michigan Class II library. A Master’s Degree in Library Sciences from an AAL accredited institution or another advanced degree is preferred but not required. Essential responsibilities and qualifications: * A willingness to understand, support and meet the needs and interests of the community. * Ability to plan, analyze, evaluate, supervise, and direct library needs and services. Ability to exercise independent judgment and make decisions. * Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills necessary to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the library board and staff, the general public, community and business leaders and school administrators and faculty. * Extensive knowledge of library budgeting, district library law and library practices and policies. * Strong communication skills in promoting library services and the value of the library including the use of social media and grant opportunities. * Ability to understand and utilize established and new technology including software, hardware and library and business applications and tools. * Experience in materials selection and collection management and thorough knowledge of print, electronic, audiovisual and information technologies and resources. * Required certification for Class II library. Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution, preferred but not required. * Knowledge of Lakeland Library Cooperative, Library of Michigan and Michigan Library Association. * Willingness to attend workshops and take advantage of professional development opportunities. * Must be bondable. Individuals interested in this position should send a detailed cover letter and resume and a list of three professional references with appropriate contact information by the close of business on April 30, 2019. Letters should be sent to: Mary Jo Uhen, President Hesperia Community Library 80 S. Division Street Hesperia, MI 49421 Carol Dawe Cooperative Director Lakeland Library Cooperative 4138 3 Mile Rd NW Grand Rapids, MI 49534 616-559-5253 x2001 630-207-1205 (cell) <http://www.llcoop.org> www.llcoop.org

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Author Event - Lillian Li at the Milford Public Library
by sjackman＠milfordlibrary.info 08 Apr '19

08 Apr '19

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book stands
by Kate Scheid 08 Apr '19

08 Apr '19

HI If anyone is interested in getting rid of some adjustable wire book stands (see photo attached) we would be happy to take some. Thanks *Kate Scheid* *Librarian* *Brandon Township Library* *304 South St.* *Ortonville, MI 48462* *(248) 627-1460* *ENGAGE **•** EDUCATE **•** ENRICH **•** EMPOWER*

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[Job opportunity] Library Science Intern - Closes Friday, April 26
by BTPL Careers 08 Apr '19

08 Apr '19

Greetings-- We have an excellent opportunity opening at Bloomfield Township Public Library for a Library Science Intern. It closes on Friday, April 26. For more information, please see attached or go to our website: http://btpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Library-Science-Intern-Job-Posti… Best Regards, Linden Godlove Administrative Assistant Bloomfield Township Public Library

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MeL Early Reader Product Trials and Demonstration Webinars
by Breed, Liz (MDE) 08 Apr '19

08 Apr '19

Greetings! As you may have seen in the Library of Michigan's March Dispatch Newsletter, Randy Riley wrote about the RFP process<https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/bulletins/234136c#link_1> we're engaged in to support the development of literacy for early readers. Specifically, we're interested in adding full-text/full book content for early readers. The technical scoring phase of the process has been completed for the 6 proposals we received and there were 3 eResource vendors (Gale, EBSCO, and Coughlin Capstone ) that passed technical scoring. We are now ready for phase 2 which is to test drive these eResources and share feedback. There are two parts to this process. 1. Attend product demonstration webinars from each of the three vendors. 2. Participate in product trials with the products each vendor is offering. To access the information you need to participate, please view this Google doc<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1x6ePD4od9UN3KdbkWdvTNq7u-CUZ-gL8KHEHKRb…> with all the details. You will find dates/times/links for the webinars as well as login info for the trials. All product demonstration webinars will be recorded and the links to those recordings will be shared so if you can't attend, the opportunity to view is still available. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out. And if you know of someone who may not receive posts from the listservs, please feel free to forward this to them. We would like to cast a wide net and invite as many as possible. Many thanks for your participation in this process! Liz Liz Breed Michigan eLibrary Coordinator Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 517-335-1497 breedl(a)michigan.gov<mailto:breedl@michigan.gov> www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> [A close up of a sign Description automatically generated]

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United for Libraries for Friends!
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 08 Apr '19

08 Apr '19

Greetings! If you have an interest in Public Library Friends groups, United for Libraries (the division of the American Library Association focused on Public Library Boards and Friends groups), provides many handy tools and tips to assist Friends groups with many typical activities. One of these activities is Online Book Selling This practice can be a very lucrative one since certain categories of books (such as certain textbooks, technical manuals, antique volumes, and more) can sometimes fetch a larger price online than in a typical book sale. If your Friends group is considering launching online book sales, or is already selling books online but are curious about how other Friends Groups conduct online sales, United for Libraries has information for you! To view this information: Go to www.ala.org/united<http://www.ala.org/united> LOGIN by clicking the "login" button in the upper right corner of your screen. Login using the Username and Password provided by the Library of Michigan (with LSTA funds) (If you are unsure of the username and password, contact membielac(a)michigan.gov<mailto:membielac@michigan.gov> and we will get the info to you). Click the white button labeled "Friends", located approximately on the middle right of your screen. You will be taken to the Friends Group area of the United for Libraries website. Click the "Idea Sharing" link on the left navigation Choose "Online Book selling" Voila! Tips and info galore! Enjoy - and while you are there, take a few minutes to explore the other Friends information available! Need assistance? Don't hesitate to call or e-mail! Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Help raise awareness of Child Abuse Prevention by learning more from the Children's Trust Fund at www.michigan.gov/ctf<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…> [cid:image001.jpg@01D4E931.779D8BF0]

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DPL's 2019 African American Booklist
by Alma Wyden Simmons 08 Apr '19

08 Apr '19

For more than 50 years, the Detroit Public Library has annually produced a bibliography of the selected best reads by and/or about African Americans. Works of fiction and nonfiction for adults, children and young adults are reviewed and recommended by our librarians. Our 2019 African American Booklist is entitled, "Inventing Lives: Black Women Writing Our Story." The booklist includes an insightful historical essay by Dr. Mary Helen Washington, Distinguished University Professor at the University of Maryland, College Park. If you would like to receive a copy, please email your request to Alma Simmons at asimmons(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org<mailto:asimmons@detroitpubliclibrary.org>. Sent from Mail<https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=550986> for Windows 10

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The techie has left the building: Now what do I do?
by Pam Seabolt 08 Apr '19

08 Apr '19

We have one spot left for an added session of “The Techie has left the building: Now what do I do?” being held on April 18 from 9:30 am-3:30 pm at the MCLS offices in Lansing, MI. For more information or to register, please click here<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/the-techie-has-left-the-building-now-what-…>. The Techie has left the building: Now what do I do? Have you ever felt anxious when someone walks in needing help with their device, but the person who normally helps has just left? Fear not! Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) is presenting two interactive, in-person workshops that will give you the skills and confidence you need to identify PC components, use various devices, and know where to begin looking when you’re not sure what to do. During the workshop you will have the opportunity for hands-on practice with PC hardware and peripherals, to explore technology competencies, and to add to your toolbox of technology resources. For questions, please contact Pam Seabolt at seaboltp(a)mcls.org<mailto:seaboltp@mcls.org> or (800) 530-9019 ext 123. For more information and other workshops, visit https://store.mcls.org<https://store.mcls.org/>. ************************** Pamela Seabolt Community Engagement Librarian Engagement, Consulting, and Training Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) (800) 530-9019 ext 123 seaboltp(a)mcls.org<mailto:seaboltp@mcls.org> [id:image001.png@01D31B4A.897DA8C0]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [id:image002.png@01D31B4A.897DA8C0] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [id:image003.png@01D31B4A.897DA8C0] <http://www.mcls.org/>

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