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Baldwin Public Library: Part-Time Job Postings
by Rebekah Craft 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

Good afternoon, The Baldwin Public Library is accepting applications for two part-time positions: Circulation Assistant II - 28 hours per week Operations Assistant - 15 hours per week The job postings are available on Baldwin's employment webpage <https://www.baldwinlib.org/employment/> and are also attached. I would like to encourage anyone who is interested to apply. Applications are due Thursday, October 3, 2018. Thanks, Rebekah *--* *Rebekah Craft* *Associate Director* Baldwin Public Library 300 W. Merrill St. Birmingham, MI 48009 www.baldwinlib.org 248-554-4682

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MeL Minute: eResource Training Webinars
by Breed, Liz (MDE) 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

Greetings! [cid:image002.png@01D450D6.987EB090]On October 1, you will continue to see eResources from Britannica, Gale and World Book. While our library community has been using these eResources for years, the content is continually updated and to help you keep up-to-date, webinars will be available throughout October and into November. For those working in or with the education community, we're also offering some educator-specific webinars to highlight how eResource content can be used in a classroom. Additionally, tools are available to support the education community including lesson plans and resource guides. Click the links to register. Britannica Basics for Public Libraries Monday, Oct 8, 2018 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EDT <https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6032759011127508225> Thought Britannica School was just for school librarians? Think again! Britannica School has a ton of terrific resources for Public Librarians to support K-12 students working on school projects and research reports. Britannica School also has great resources to support parents who home school their children. Additionally, learn how you can use these resources with all of the patrons who come through your library! Britannica Basics for Middle and High School Tuesday, Oct 30, 2018 @ 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT <https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7241672045867034369> Join us for this interactive webinar to learn new ways to do research projects with students using Britannica resources. Get ideas for integrating technology and digital skills into your library and classrooms! Attendees will learn about special features, including: * Creating a My Britannica account to collect, organize, and share favorite content * Classroom curriculum resources (American History, World Studies, Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry, and all levels of Language Arts and Math) * Expanded video and media content, including a video download feature. Britannica Basics for Elementary School Wednesday, Nov 14, 2018 @ 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT <https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3053987397924081153> Join us for this interactive webinar to learn new ways to do research projects with students using Britannica resources. Get ideas for integrating technology and digital skills into your library and classrooms! Attendees will learn about special features, including: * Creating a My Britannica account to collect, organize, and share favorite content * Classroom curriculum resources (American History, World Studies, Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry, and all levels of Language Arts and Math) * Expanded video and media content, including a video download feature. Gale: Making the Most of DemographicsNow Tuesday, October 16, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT<https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8037697573804296195> Want to learn more about your community? Need to help patrons with their local business research? DemographicsNow offers up-to-date and easy access to highly detailed demographic data, consumer spending data, marketing lists, and more! Learn how to pull pertinent data on various geographies & how to customize reports. Gale: Opposing Viewpoints In Context Monday, October 29, 3:30 - 4:00 pm EDT<https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6714775078889318658> Verified information is a hot commodity this days, and Gale's Opposing Viewpoints In Context (OViC) can provide just what you are looking for on today's hottest social issues. OViC helps learners develop critical thinking skills and informs users of differing viewpoints to draw their own conclusions. Learn how to navigate key topics and use different search strategies. World Book: Educator Resources in Early World of Learning and World Book Kids Thursday, Oct 11, 2018 @ 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT<https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6701019088897906178> This will be a deep dive into Early World of Learning and World Book Kids, with a brief overview of Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos. Practical classroom/library programming uses will be highlighted. World Book: General Overview of Early World of Learning and World Book Kids Friday, Oct 12, 2018 @ 10:00am - 10:45 am EDT<https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4861539434163559426> Learn about basic navigation, available content, and best ways to search. Brought to you by Liz Breed of the MeL Team. MeL is transforming on October 1! New eResources, a new website, and a new logo will make their debuts. The latest information about eResource changes, including training opportunities, can be found at our Get Ready<http://mel.org/index.php?P=P_GetReady_Display> page. MeL databases are available to Michigan residents or to Michigan library or school access only. #IMLSgrant Liz Breed Michigan eLibrary Coordinator Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 517-373-4466 Effective Oct 16, 2018 my new number will be 517-335-1497 breedl(a)michigan.gov<mailto:breedl@michigan.gov> www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> Our collective efforts can help make Michigan a Top 10 education state in 10 years! Here are the goals and strategies: http://mi.gov/top10in10/.

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Peter Bergin Ragtime Spectacular
by Mary Vergowven 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

The Bedford Township Branch Library of the Monroe County Library System hosted Peter Bergin and his Ragtime Spectacular program on Wednesday September 19th to a full house. What a show! Peter is a talented musician who has a great knowledge of the history of ragtime. Not only did he share his talent on the piano, but he shared that knowledge with a Powerpoint presentation in between songs. Peter encouraged the audience to ask questions and they weren't shy about doing just that. The audience also did a lot of toe-tapping and head bobbing as Peter's fingers flew across the keys. I highly recommend this program - Check him out at his website https://www.berginmusic.com/ Mary Vergowven Reference Librarian Bedford Branch Library Monroe County Library System 8575 Jackman Road Temperance, MI 48182 734-847-6747 mary.vergowven(a)monroe.lib.mi.us

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: THE CALDECOTT MEDAL WINNER, AUTHOR DAVID SMALL COMING TO KALAMAZOO
by Farrell Howe 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 20, 2018 CONTACT: Farrell Howe Marketing and Communication Manager Kalamazoo Public Library 269-553-7879 Meet the Author: The Caldecott Medal Winner, Author David Small Kalamazoo Public Library, Wednesday, September 26, 7 pm Kalamazoo, MI – Thursday, September 20, 2018. Kalamazoo Public Library is honored to welcome The Caldecott Medal winner, author David Small<http://www.davidsmallbooks.com/about-avenue/> to Kalamazoo on Wednesday, September 26, 7 pm, in the Van Deusen Room at Central Library<http://www.kpl.gov/cen>, 315 South Rose Street. This event is free and open to the public. No ticket or registration is required. A book signing will immediately follow. Michigan News Agency will sell books. David Small's graphic novel follow-up to the award-winning and critically-acclaimed book Stitches, is already being lauded as a masterpiece. Home After Dark: A Novel, is the story of 13-year-old Russell's struggle with not only making new friends, but his own sexuality, after moving to California with his father. The mostly wordless story moves like the best film noir with both small- and large-screen worthy art. Readers will find it difficult not to get swept up in this heartbreaking story of a young, confused boy in the 1950's struggling to survive in a broken home. Join us as we listen to David Small share the story behind this incredible tale. David Small was born and raised in Detroit, MI. He received his MFA at the Yale Graduate School of Art, taught art for many years at the college level, ran a film series, and made satirical sketches for campus newspapers. To date, Small has illustrated more than 40 picture books. Recognition for Small's books include The Caldecott Medal (So You Want to be President?, 2001), The Caldecott Honor (The Gardener, 1998), National Book Award Finalist (Stitches, 2009 and The Underneath, 2008), Christopher Award (That Book woman, 2009 and The Gardener, 1998), ABBY Award Honor Book(The Gardener, 1997 and The Library, 1995), The New York Times Outstanding Book of the Year (The Library, 1995), and a Featured Selection for more than 10 years on Reading Rainbow (Imogene's Antlers, 1985). ####

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Authors Elizabeth Berg & Lisa Wheeler Visit Beverly Hills, MI
by Maria Williams 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

Dear Michlib- Baldwin Public Library is proud to host NYT bestselling author Elizabeth Berg and beloved children's author Lisa Wheeler on Saturday, September 22 from 1pm-4pm at Beverly Park in Beverly Hills, Michigan at our second annual *Read in the Park* event. Elizabeth Berg will speak at 1:30 and Lisa Wheeler will speak at 3:00 pm. Local bookseller The Book Beat, of Oak Park, will be on site selling books from both authors, who will sign books after they speak. Tickets are free and open to all, we just ask that you register on our website <https://www.baldwinlib.org/calendar/#/events/b4STMgDQVO/instances/il7jufcvm…> if you plan to attend. Beverly Park is located at 18801 Beverly Rd. in Beverly Hills, MI 48025. Parking is free! Warmly, Maria Williams, MLIS Head of Adult Services Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 554-4651 http://www.baldwinlib.org Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/9555257?utm_medi…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/9555257?utm_medi…> [image: Goodreads Logo] <https://www.goodreads.com/?utm_medium=gr_logo&utm_source=email_signature>Get your own email signature <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_instructions?utm_medium=gyo_…>

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Online Course - Teaching Patrons to Use Technology: Creating a Plan for Better Instruction
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

Check out this 4-week InfoPeople online course! This class runs from November 6-December 10, 2018. The fee for this course is $200. Course Description: This four-week course will provide weekly readings, practical assignments, and supplementary resources. The instructor will share best practices, examples, and useful tips and techniques that can be applied immediately in your own library and community. During the course, you will participate in discussion forums and an online meeting where you can share your ideas and experiences and learn from other course participants. This course is open to library staff from all types of libraries (public, academic, school, and special). This course is targeted towards library staff who are responsible for planning, coordinating, and evaluating patron technology instructional services, but it may also be of interest to staff who provide instructional services directly to patrons. Course Outline: When you log in to the Infopeople online learning site, you will see weekly modules with these topics: * Week 1: Exploring Models for Teaching Technology * Formal vs. informal learning. * Exploring different models of technology training delivery, including one-on-one, group, online, and passive environments. * Benefits and challenges of different models of instruction. * Week 2: Planning for Better Technology Instruction * Assessing and identifying patron needs for learning to use technology * Creating goals for patron technology programs. * Planning to improve existing programs/services or to implementing new programs/services. * Promoting technology related programs to increase attendance. * Week 3: Building Staff Competencies for Technology Instruction * Common staff competencies for technology instruction * Supporting staff learning of technology and training skills. * Resources for ongoing technology learning. * Best practices for providing technology instruction. * Week 4: Evaluating the Effectiveness of Patron Technology Instruction * Purpose of evaluating technology instruction in a public setting. * Identifying outcomes, measures and methods for technology instruction. * Drafting new evaluation tools and utilizing existing evaluation tools. * Using evaluation measures to improve programs and services. Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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Apply for a Continuing Education Stipend - Only 10 Days Left!
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

The Library of Michigan strives to support libraries' efforts to provide quality service and programming to their communities. A major element of excellent service is empowering library staff to learn and implement new skills and best practices. The Library Continuing Education program helps by providing financial support for library staff continuing education. Michigan public, academic and school library staff are eligible to apply for continuing education stipends. Stipend applications are reviewed quarterly. The deadline for this quarter is September 30. If you are interested in a Continuing Education Stipend, please carefully review the Program Criteria and Application Questions<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LSTA_Continuing_Educat…>. As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Evette Atkin Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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Registration Deadline is Friday - FOML Fall Workshops - Register Now!
by White, Shannon (MDE) 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

Be sure to register by Friday for one of the FOML Fall Workshops to be held at the Delta Township District Library on October 4 and 5, 2018. These workshops are created for members of your Friends of the Library and your Trustees. Please pass this along to your library Friends and Trustee members and encourage them to join us for a great time for learning, networking and sharing. Thursday, October 4, 2018 - FOML, Friends of Michigan Libraries Fall Workshop "Best Practices: Key Steps to Improving Your Service as a Library Friend" Synopsis: Service as a library Friend works best when all the elements of service fall into place and activities are carried out with well-functioning practices and organization. What are the key best practices that will help and guide you along your path to being a productive Friend serving your library and being an advocate for its services? Register and review agenda at: http://foml.org/events/friends-of-michigan-libraries-fall-2018-workshop/ Friday, October 5, 2018 - FOML Trustee Alliance Fall Workshop "Best Practices: Key Steps to Improving Your Service as a Library Trustee" Synopsis: Service as a library trustee requires many important elements of decision-making and policy review and approval. What are the key best practices that will help and guide you along your path to being a knowledgeable trustee serving your library community? Register and review agenda at: http://foml.org/events/foml-trustee-alliance-fall-workshop/ We hope to see many library stakeholders in early October! Shannon White Library of Michigan www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.373.9489 (After October 16 - 517.335.1507) Whites29(a)michigan.gov Don't forget! Library of Michigan telephone numbers will be changing in mid-October.

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Policy requests: Vacation/sick, lunch break & holiday
by Amber Hughey 20 Sep '18

20 Sep '18

Hi all! My board is reviewing our personnel policies, and we want to make sure we're in line with what we're offering, so I'm hoping to get a few fresh ideas of what other libraries are offering. I'll compilate and send all answers I get back out as well. Thank you! Amber L Hughey, MLIS Director Bridgeport Public Library

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Customer Service Training
by Stanczak, Cindy 19 Sep '18

19 Sep '18

Hello, all! Who and/or what resources have you used for customer service training for your staff? How did it go? Would you recommend them? Thank you! 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!

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