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Teen Volunteers
by Mari Thurgate 18 Mar '19

18 Mar '19

Hey Michlib! I am so lucky to work at a branch that gets flooded with teens from our middle and high school every afternoon. We get around 50 of them and a small subset have decided that volunteering at the library is cool. I'm all for encouraging and supporting this behavior (after all, it's how I started in this profession 15+ years ago) but at the moment, their "help" is requiring more energy than the value they are producing- usually we get a pack of 5 of them a day, with about 20 kids participating. Most volunteers are in middle school and we'd love them to get them on the path toward being pages once they are of hireable age, or general entry level employable skills. We have an active Teen Advisory Board, but this is a different group of kids. They're currently volunteering because they're bored after school, waiting to go home. We have them dusting shelves, wiping down computers, and sharpening pencils, which aren't exactly captivating tasks, but things that we always need help with. We've come to the point where we need to formalize how things are done, so that it takes less staff effort on a daily basis, which is where I need your help! What tasks do you have your teen volunteers do? How do you balance needed tasks with "cool" tasks? How do you train them? How do you step them up to more responsibility? Do you have any rewards for them? Are they involved in summer reading? Do you have paperwork or info sheets you'll share with me? TL;DR: Any advice on wrangling teen volunteers is welcome! Please send off list, and I can compile and send out if requested. Thank you for your wisdom! Mari Thurgate Monroe County Library System, Bedford Branch

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ALA Trustee Citation nominations due April 5
by White, Shannon (MDE) 18 Mar '19

18 Mar '19

United for Libraries is accepting nominations for the ALA Trustee Citation through April 5, 2019. The ALA Trustee Citation, established in 1941 to recognize public library Trustees for distinguished service to library development, honors the best contributions and efforts of the estimated 60,000 American citizens who serve on library boards. It is presented during the Opening General Session of the ALA Annual Conference<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alaann…>. Recipients are expected to be present to accept the award, and expenses for attending must be borne by the recipients or their library organizations. Trustee service may have been performed on the local, state, regional or national level or at a combination of levels. Equal consideration is given to Trustees of libraries of all sizes. To nominate a Trustee for the ALA Trustee Citation, visit www.ala.org/united/grants_awards/trustees/trusteecitation<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.or…>. Don't forget that the Library of Michigan provides a membership in the ALA division of United for Libraries to all public library organizations in the state. For details on how to access the member benefits, contact LM at 517-335-1516 or email membielac(a)michigan.gov<mailto:membielac@michigan.gov> or visit http://www.ala.org/united/michigan. United for Libraries The Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations A division of the American Library Association 312-280-2160 www.ala.org/united<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.or…> This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. --------------------------------------------------------- Shannon White Library Development Manager Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.335.1507, whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov>

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International Collections Librarian's Round Table (ICLR) Spring Meeting
by Shannon O'Leary 18 Mar '19

18 Mar '19

Good Afternoon, Novi Public Library is hosting this year’s ICLR Spring Meeting on Friday, May 10th at 2pm. Anyone interested in learning about ESL/International Collections or asking for advice tips, or tricks regarding these collections is welcome to attend. Please RSVP off list. Snacks will be provided. Please contact soleary(a)novilibrary.org for more information and questions. Thank you. Shannon O'Leary Information Services International Librarian Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi MI 48375 Office: 248-349-0720 Ext: 7287 www.novilibrary.org Inform. Inspire. Include. City of Novi Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence 1969-2019

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Free books
by Pratt, Michele - Staff <michelepratt＠delta.edu> 18 Mar '19

18 Mar '19

We're doing some weeding of our reference collection and have the following sets available to the first responding library: Contemporary Authors (v. 1-149 (plus index) Contemporary Authors: A bio-bibliographical... (v. 1-244 plus index) Contemporary Literary Criticism (v. 1-220 plus index) Dictionary of Literary Biography (approximately 270 titles; a list available upon request) Something About the Author (v. 1-167) We would like to get rid of entire sets, although I will let just a volume or two go if there are no takers for an entire set. Please respond to me directly. Thank you, Michele Michele M. Pratt michelepratt(a)delta.edu<mailto:michelepratt@delta.edu> Manager of Library Programs & Services Delta College Library Learning Information Center (989) 686-9822

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Brother PC-201 Print Cartridge
by Trevor Van Valkenburg 18 Mar '19

18 Mar '19

I have two Brother PC-201 printing cartridges that our library can no longer use. They are used mostly for fax machines. If anyone wants them, they are free to the first library that responds with their zv number.

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Charles Bodner is at it again
by Amber Hughey 18 Mar '19

18 Mar '19

I just received a packet of random papers from him. A few poems that were racist, goodwill receipts and unrelated letters from courthouses and others, a playing card - and a print out of a listing of local libraries, including mine. What are people's thoughts on the packets/what he's doing? I'm completely confused as to why he's sending this to me - or anyone. Amber L Hughey, MLIS Director Bridgeport Public Library 989-777-6030

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Re: [Michlib-l] CLOSED--Registration for Michigan's Regional RIPL for Michigan Residents
by Kosinski, Kathy (MDE) 18 Mar '19

18 Mar '19

Hello everyone! RIPL registration is (temporarily) closed! Interest in RIPL was extremely high and we already filled our Michigan-only advanced registration. An additional 10 spots will open on April 1st at 9:00 a.m. These will not be limited to Michigan residents and anyone in the United States will be able to register. Please contact Joe Hamlin or me with questions! Best, Kathy Kathy Kosinski Statewide Library Services Analyst Library of Michigan Michigan eLibrary team 517-241-2149 From: michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org <michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org> On Behalf Of Hamlin, Joseph (MDE) via Michlib-l Sent: Monday, March 18, 2019 9:05 AM To: michlib-l(a)mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] NOW OPEN!!! Registration for Michigan's Regional RIPL for Michigan Residents Registration for Michigan's Regional Research Institute for Public Libraries is now open for Michigan residents. The link to register is https://bit.ly/2HwJrcC<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F…> This conference is the two-day regional version of RIPL's national conference. The conference will be limited to 50 participants and registrations will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Attendees at Michigan's RIPL will learn about: * Designing outcome-based evaluation of programs and services * Assessing the needs of your community * Techniques for tracking public library data and using these data for planning, management, and demonstrating the library's worth * Using data and stories to document the impact of your library Thanks to a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) we have lowered the registration fee for this conference to $50 per attendee. This will include attendance at the conference and breakfast and lunch both days. Attendees will be responsible for their own lodging. * Average Registration cost of attending the National RIPL Conference $1,200 to $1,350 * Our registration fee for Michigan's RIPL is $50 + lodging at a local hotel (average cost $70 to $110 per night) See our event page at https://ripl.lrs.org/mi2019/<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fripl.lrs.…> to learn more. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me, Joseph Hamlin Library Data Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo St. P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-335-1501 Fax: 517-335-1522 Email: hamlinj2(a)michigan.gov<mailto:hamlinj2@michigan.gov> URL: https://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmichigan.…> Follow Us: Facebook<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> | Twitter<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…> | Instagram<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.insta…>

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Job Posting at the Clinton-Macomb Public Library for Substitute Librarians
by Juliane Morian 18 Mar '19

18 Mar '19

The Clinton-Macomb Public Library is eager to find qualified substitute librarians to add to our team! We have an immediate need at each of our three buildings: Main Library Adult Services, North Branch Reference, and South Branch Reference. Wage: $20.00-$22.08 an hour Schedule: Variable, up to 20 hours per week; immediate need for daytime shifts and potential consistent schedule for subs available on Thursday afternoons (1 to 5 p.m.) and/or Sundays (noon to 6 p.m.) Benefits: Flexible schedule, great work environment Deadline: Tuesday, September 12, 2017, 5pm For the full job description including requirements and application materials please refer to the full posting: http://cmpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Posting-Substitute-Librarian-201… . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Juliane Morian Associate Director/UX Clinton-Macomb Public Library 40900 Romeo Plank Road Clinton Township, MI 48038-2955 USA (586) 226-5091 (586) 226-5028 - fax

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NOW OPEN!!! Registration for Michigan's Regional RIPL for Michigan Residents
by Hamlin, Joseph (MDE) 18 Mar '19

18 Mar '19

Registration for Michigan's Regional Research Institute for Public Libraries is now open for Michigan residents. The link to register is https://bit.ly/2HwJrcC This conference is the two-day regional version of RIPL's national conference. The conference will be limited to 50 participants and registrations will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Attendees at Michigan's RIPL will learn about: * Designing outcome-based evaluation of programs and services * Assessing the needs of your community * Techniques for tracking public library data and using these data for planning, management, and demonstrating the library's worth * Using data and stories to document the impact of your library Thanks to a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) we have lowered the registration fee for this conference to $50 per attendee. This will include attendance at the conference and breakfast and lunch both days. Attendees will be responsible for their own lodging. * Average Registration cost of attending the National RIPL Conference $1,200 to $1,350 * Our registration fee for Michigan's RIPL is $50 + lodging at a local hotel (average cost $70 to $110 per night) See our event page at https://ripl.lrs.org/mi2019/ to learn more. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me, Joseph Hamlin Library Data Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo St. P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-335-1501 Fax: 517-335-1522 Email: hamlinj2(a)michigan.gov<mailto:hamlinj2@michigan.gov> URL: https://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan Follow Us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/>

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open source library automation software
by Nancy Waters 17 Mar '19

17 Mar '19

Does anyone know of an open source library automation software package that would be suitable for a small non-profit organization’s growing library. We house books, AV, an archive and the beginnings of a museum. We would like the catalog and archive to be searchable on the internet. Thanks for any replies, Nancy Waters, St. Andrew’s Society of Detroit Sent from my iPhone

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