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Cricut question results
by Perri Saunders 03 Dec '18

03 Dec '18

Thanks to those who responded with your experiences! Here is a re-cap of responses: We do not have a Cricut at our library, but as an avid user of a Silhouette Cameo (very similar to a Cricut), I would say this: 1. If it’s available to the public, expect lots of questions. Even experienced users need help with more settings sometimes, like tracing photographs for cutting. 2. Have patrons buy their own vinyl and/or cardstock. It can get expensive. Place signs explaining what can be cut or you may have a patron try to bring in something too thick for the machine to cut, causing damage. 3. Be aware that wear and tear on the machine will be high with people trying to figure it out. I would have multiple blades available; at least one for card stock and one for vinyl since the card stock one will wear the blade out much faster. 4. Joanne’s usually offers Cricut classes in case a staff member wants to attend to learn the machine. 5. See if you have a local vinyl shop as they can be helpful; we have a local shop here in Grand Rapids and we love them! 6. The Cricut can be a wonderful tool…. If you know how to use it! I love my cutting machine… I make just about everything, all the way from shirts to stencils for glass etching to wood signs! Good luck! Kathleen -- Kathleen Shaffer Gary Byker Library kshaffer(a)hudsonville.org 616.669.1255 M/Th We have a Sizzix that is available for anyone to use, in the library. A Cricut was donated to us last year, with a ton of stuff for it. We have a scrapbook club that meets here, and some of the ladies showed us how to use it, but basically, as with the Sizzix, it's just available here for people to use with their own materials. Marian Volek West Iron District Library Iron River, Michigan We have one for staff use and LOVE it! So much so, that I bought one for my self. Our Friends of the Library purchased it about a year ago. We have the Cricut Maker. We use it regularly for cutting name tags, crafts, vinyl for our library walls, and iron-ons for staff shirts. IF we were to make it available for public use, I would suggest that patrons bring their own material and create their own Cricut account to make the design. I would ask that they schedule an appointment with a trained staff person. It can be tricky to use and I don't feel it's something anyone could just walk in and figure out. There are a variety of mats, blades and markers that are required if you want to be able to cut multiple material types. Good luck! If you do decide to offer the service, I would love to hear how it goes. Thanks! *We have 2 Cricuts, both model Explore Air 2. We've held two successful programs (15 attendees at a teen-only one and 50+ at a teen and adult one), but we do not loan it out for patron use. During the program, we had me give an introduction to the parts of the Cricut and how it works, then I used the machine to cut a personalized item out of vinyl (sticky decals and iron-on) for each person. If you'd like any more details of our program, let me know!* *Stacey Comfort* *Youth Reference LibrarianDexter District Library3255 Alpine StreetDexter, Michigan 48130(734) 426-4477* -- Perri Saunders, Director White Pigeon Township Library 102 N. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 399 White Pigeon, MI 49099 269-483-7409 *p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us <p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us> * *Brighten the corner where you are.*

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Disc Cleaning Machines
by Anna Curtis 03 Dec '18

03 Dec '18

We are in the process of looking for a machine to clean our DVDs and CDs, so I'm wondering what units everyone else has, and if you like what you have or not. Any insight you can provide me is greatly appreciated. Thank you! Anna M. Curtis, Director Eaton Rapids Area District Library 220 S. Main Street Eaton Rapids, MI 48827 517-663-8118 ext. 8110

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New Documents for November
by Bruce Sarjeant 03 Dec '18

03 Dec '18

Good Morning. A list of new government documents has been posted to the GODORDT of Michigan wiki. Of note this month: Fiscal Brief: State Aid to Public Libraries. MI Scholarship Self-Service Tool. A Brief History of Legislative Apportionment in Michigan. Fourth National Climate Assessment. Volume II: Impacts, Risks, and Adaptation in the United States. Great Lakes Brief for the Incoming Michigan Governor. 2019 Model Year Fuel Economy Guide.Summary of 2017 Great Lakes Basin Conditions and Water Level Impacts to Support Ongoing Regulation Plan Evaluation. http://godortmi.pbworks.com/w/page/130557660/November%202018%20New%20Docume… -- Bruce Sarjeant Reference, Documents & Maps Librarian Lydia Olson Library Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave Marquette, MI 49855 (906) 227-1580 bsarjean(a)nmu.edu

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Fwd: Report Censorship: 5 Facts to Remember!
by Elizabeth Madson 03 Dec '18

03 Dec '18

*Website <http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT04MTQzMjY1JnA9MSZ1PTEwNzcwNDYxNzImbGk9Nj…>* | *Online Version <http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT04MTQzMjY1JnA9MSZ1PTEwNzcwNDYxNzImbGk9Nj…>* [image: American Library Association Report Censorship] <http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT04MTQzMjY1JnA9MSZ1PTEwNzcwNDYxNzImbGk9Nj…> Hello Michigan Librarians, I am Elizabeth Madson from Chesterfield Township Library, and I am your Michigan Library Association Intellectual Freedom Interest Group chair. You may have seen *communication* <http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT04MTQzMjY1JnA9MSZ1PTEwNzcwNDYxNzImbGk9Nj…> from the American Library Association about the importance of reporting censorship challenges for 2018 and MLA is helping them get the word out. Please take five minutes to report any challenges that your library or institution has encountered in 2018 to the *ALA online challenge reporting form <http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT04MTQzMjY1JnA9MSZ1PTEwNzcwNDYxNzImbGk9Nj…>* before Dec. 31, 2018. Here are 5 facts to remember: 1. Anyone can report censorship incidents and challenges to library materials or services. You don’t have to be a librarian. 2. Reports can be made confidentially and anonymously. 3. Every report counts in determining the *Top Ten Challenged Books* <http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT04MTQzMjY1JnA9MSZ1PTEwNzcwNDYxNzImbGk9Nj…> for 2018. 4. You can be an Intellectual Freedom Fighter even if you haven’t experienced a challenge by sharing this *message on twitter* <http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT04MTQzMjY1JnA9MSZ1PTEwNzcwNDYxNzImbGk9Nj…> . 5. Article III of the *Library Bill of Rights <http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT04MTQzMjY1JnA9MSZ1PTEwNzcwNDYxNzImbGk9Nj…>* states, “Libraries should challenge censorship in the fulfillment of their responsibility to provide information and enlightenment.” This information is important for all of us! Sincerely, *Elizabeth Madson* *emadson(a)chelibrary.org <http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT04MTQzMjY1JnA9MSZ1PTEwNzcwNDYxNzImbGk9Nj…>* *MLA Intellectual Freedom Interest Group <http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT04MTQzMjY1JnA9MSZ1PTEwNzcwNDYxNzImbGk9Nj…>* [image: facebook] <http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT04MTQzMjY1JnA9MSZ1PTEwNzcwNDYxNzImbGk9Nj…> [image: twitter] <http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT04MTQzMjY1JnA9MSZ1PTEwNzcwNDYxNzImbGk9Nj…> [image: youtube] <http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT04MTQzMjY1JnA9MSZ1PTEwNzcwNDYxNzImbGk9Nj…> [image: Pinterest] <http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT04MTQzMjY1JnA9MSZ1PTEwNzcwNDYxNzImbGk9Nj…> *American Library Association's Office for Intellectual Freedom <http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT04MTQzMjY1JnA9MSZ1PTEwNzcwNDYxNzImbGk9Nj…>* *50 East Huron Street, Chicago, Illinois 60611* *This is a one-time email about Reporting Censorship. Email oif(a)ala.org <oif(a)ala.org> to unsubscribe from reminders and resources about Reporting Censorship.* *To unsubscribe to all ALA Informz communications, click here <http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT04MTQzMjY1JnU9MTA3NzA0NjE3MiZsaT02MDg2Nj…>. * [image: Higher Logic] <http://ala.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT04MTQzMjY1JnA9MSZ1PTEwNzcwNDYxNzImbGk9Nj…>

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Library Director position open-Florence Lauderdale Public Library, AL
by Jobeth Bradbury 03 Dec '18

03 Dec '18

Florence-Lauderdale Public Library (AL) - Library Director The Florence-Lauderdale Public Library<http://www.flpl.org> Board of Directors seeks a creative and engaging Library Director who will put patrons first through innovative services for the community and by equipping the staff with the tools and support to provide those services. The Library is well-supported by a population of 90,000 county residents in a 40,000 sq. ft. building with a dedicated staff (18 FTE) through a budget of $1.3 million. Funding is primarily provided by the city and county along with the generous support of the Library's Foundation and the Friends of the Library. Opportunities include: representing the Library externally to community stakeholders and further developing the Library's alternative revenue streams. Florence and Lauderdale County is located in the northwest corner of Alabama on the banks of the Tennessee River in the heart of the Muscle Shoals region. Renowned for its place in American music and culture, a significant presence in the fashion industry, and a landscape rich in history, this region offers many opportunities to explore and grow. The library is the center of a vibrant and picturesque downtown, blocks from the University of North Alabama, which anchors a cultural area that includes a city park, art centers, historic architecture and museums. Florence has a long history and deep roots which are celebrated through such events as the Arts Alive Festival and the W.C. Handy Music Festival. The city of Florence has been recognized regionally and nationally as one of the best small towns in America for its beauty, temperate climate, short commute times, economic stability and deep musical heritage that continues to thrive today. For additional information about the Library and the area, visit Florence-Lauderdale Links.<http://www.bradburymiller.com/Florencelinks.htm> Responsibilities include: developing long and short-term goals for Library operations; preparing and presenting the Library's budget proposal and monitoring and approving expenditures; guiding management staff in planning for services that meet the present and future needs of the community; hiring and supervising Library staff; and interacting regularly with local government representatives. 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. A Master's Degree in Library Science from an accredited program, public library experience and experience as a director reporting to a governing board is preferred. The Board strongly prefers that the successful candidate be or become a resident of the Florence-Muscle Shoals Metropolitan Statistical Area<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Florence%E2%80%93Muscle_Shoals_metropolitan_a…>. Compensation. The starting salary range is $75,000 - $85,000 with placement dependent on qualifications. A competitive benefits package is included. For more information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<http://www.bradburymiller.com/>. To start the application process, send a cover letter and resume as Word or PDF attachments to Karen Miller<mailto:karenmiller@bradburymiller.com>. This position will close January 13, 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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Upcoming MeL Webinars
by Breed, Liz (MDE) 03 Dec '18

03 Dec '18

Greetings! There are a variety of webinars coming up in December to help you learn more about the EBSCO eResources available on MeL.org. Clicking the links below will take you directly to the registration page for each webinar. THIS WEEK EBSCO eBooks, Thurs Dec 6, 10-11 am<https://ebscotraining.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do?service=7&nomenu=…> COMING UP EBSCO STEM and Health, Tues, Dec 11, 2:30-3:30 pm<https://ebscotraining.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do?service=7&nomenu=…> EBSCO History, Biography and Genealogy Resources, Thurs Dec 13, 10-11 am<https://ebscotraining.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do?service=7&nomenu=…> EBSCO Literary Resources, Tues Dec 18, 3-4 pm<https://ebscotraining.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do?service=7&nomenu=…> EBSCO Do-It-Yourself Resources, Thurs Dec 20, 10-11 am<https://ebscotraining.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do?service=7&nomenu=…> Recorded Webinars Links to recorded webinars are available in the eResources Training areas in both the Library Staff<https://mel.org/staff> and Educator<https://mel.org/educators> areas of MeL.org. We will have links to recordings of the above webinars a couple of weeks after they conclude. There is also a Quick Help section in the eResources Training<https://mel.org/library-staff/eresources> area of the Library Staff page. For the most popular databases, you will find links to video tutorials, PDF documentation and other resources. Scroll to the area below the webinar listings. Please let me know if you have questions! Many thanks, Liz Liz Breed Michigan eLibrary Coordinator Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education NEW number: 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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Sad News
by Christine Hage 01 Dec '18

01 Dec '18

Bernie Rink, a President of Michigan Library Association in 1971-72 passed away. It is interesting that his obit barely mentions his career in libraries. Obituary : https://www.record-eagle.com/news/local_news/leelanau-wine-and-grape-pionee… Christine Lind Hage Director, Rochester Hills Public Library Division Councilor, United for Libraries 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 The E's of Libraries®: Education, Employment, Entrepreneurship, Empowerment, Engagement

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eNews from HSM: Upcoming History Hounds, Can Michigan History, MHM Gift Giving, Call for Submissions, Covering History, Upcoming Events
by HSM Main 30 Nov '18

30 Nov '18

LAST HISTORY HOUNDS SESSION OF 2018 Riding the Rails: The Pere Marquette 1225 Locomotive in the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, Michigan The Pere Marquette 1225 was just one of dozens of "Berkshire"-type steam locomotives. Most went to the scrapyards, but the 1225 survived as an outdoor exhibit at Michigan State University. At 7 p.m. on Wednesday, December 12, presenter Kevin P. Keefe tells the amazing story of the rebirth of the historic Berkshire locomotive and her becoming the real-life model for the Polar Express. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/hh-registratio n-members/> Register for FREE as a HSM member. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/hh-registratio n-non-members/> Register online as a non-member. Covering History Picturesque covered bridges originally had a practical purpose. Wooden bridges soon decayed from the effects of snow, rain and sun, but covered bridges had rooves that kept the timbers dry and made them last much longer. Timothy Palmer built America's first covered bridge in Philadelphia in 1805, which prompted towns in other states, including Michigan, to copy the idea. Several Michigan covered bridges still stand, including the Fallasburg Bridge near Lowell, the Ada Covered Bridge, and the Ackley Covered Bridge in Greenfield Village. Can Michigan History magazine withstand a four-legged paper shredder? <https://www.facebook.com/michiganhistory/videos/261514811232442/> Visit the MHM Facebook page to find out! Regardless of whether or not it can, it has already withstood the test of time-we are in our 102nd year of sharing Michigan's stories! Read about Simon Pokagon's Birch Bark Booklets, another timeless publication, <https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fhsmichigan.org%2Fwp-content%2F uploads%2F2018%2F11%2FMHM-Simon-Pokagon.pdf%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1XC5kKlc7p6Fd6l5f T4_kdeMv4NvhpeABXUGUclGuVXkXHE-k8Wb5M8gU&h=AT3WT9i2CzBNaC-7YSEhZZJ0guqQINqkS 8LHvJirfupn2wgE8QHsveCKMz7ODpixMSU1NsO17lDCrmoe8qkm4aom-OHL_PvgHPH3kWMjcbgug B4oa4pxO7s9zni_HIUWUZOwO8wE> here for FREE. Holiday Shopping? Look no further! cid:image010.jpg@01D472B8.EB15A440Our Michigan History magazine subscribers love receiving their bi-monthly issue in the mail. It's chock-full of stories of Michigan's rich history throughout the ages. If you have a history enthusiast to shop for this holiday season, think of Michigan History. Gift subscriptions are available at hsmichigan.org or (800) 366-3703. <http://hsmichigan.org/join/michigan-history/> Sign up for a gift subscription here. cid:image001.jpg@01CF8A43.BF828E40 _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our state's oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan's rich history. _____ For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370 <https://hsmichigan.org/store/donate/make-a-donation/> cid:image011.jpg@01D3861A.07D4BAD0 CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: Michigan History and Chronicle! Can you remember a historic event from your childhood that always leaves you smiling? Is there a Michigan business or community that you believe deserves to be showcased? Have you been itching to publish your article about a niche subject in Michigan's history, but you don't know where to go? We're here to help! HSM is currently accepting submissions for both Michigan History magazine and Chronicle. <http://hsmichigan.org/publications/writers-guidelines/> Before you submit, review our writer's guidelines. All queries should be sent to <mailto:editor@hsmichigan.org> editor(a)hsmichigan.org. Upcoming Events From Our Members The Les Cheneaux Historical Association presents "Festival of Trees Open House," Saturday, December 1, and Sunday, December 2, in Cedarville. The Grand Blanc Heritage Association and Museum presents "Old-Fashioned Christmas," Monday, December 3, in Grand Blanc. The Tri-Cities Historical Museum presents "Senior Holiday-Sing-A-Long," Wednesday, December 5, in Grand Haven. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/calendar/> For more calendar events, see our website! Interested in featuring an event or exhibit on HSM's online calendar and eNews? We are always looking to support our member organizations, and one of the ways we show support is in advertising your events and exhibits. Have an exhibit or event you'd like promoted? <http://www.hsmichigan.org/calendar/event-submission/> Feel free to submit your listing via our online calendar registration form here. This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our state's history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with "remove" in the subject line. 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MeL Minute: New MeL Promotional Resources
by Breed, Liz (MDE) 30 Nov '18

30 Nov '18

Greetings! Looking for different ways to promote the new MeL eResources in your communities? We have some new options for you! In addition to requesting print materials be mailed to your library by using our Promotional Materials Order Form<https://mel.org/promotional-materials>, we are now offering Downloadable Promotional Materials<https://mel.org/library-staff/marketing-resources/downloadablepromos>. We know sometimes you can't wait for promotional materials to arrive in the mail, so we're offering Print-On-Demand materials for printing what you need, when you need it. Materials are listed in alphabetical order, by the name of the eResource. In addition, on the Downloadable Promotional Materials page you will find a featured section called "Evaluating Resources." This handy area contains easy, quick-reference handouts for evaluating the eResources available through MeL. Boost your patron's information literacy by using these quick-reference guides. You will find information such as "Accessing Trustworthy Resources", "Avoiding Plagiarism", and tips on understanding the differences between academic journal, trade publication, and magazine articles. We've heard feedback that schools and libraries would like to integrate search boxes for MeL eResources onto their own sites. And we have them! Please check out the Library Staff<https://mel.org/library-staff/operations/search-boxes> and Educators<https://mel.org/educators/search-boxes> sections of MeL.org for an image of the search box as well as the HTML code snippet necessary to install each search widget. All you need to do is copy and paste the code into your website and you'll be able to offer a search box for kids research. The available search boxes are: · Britannica Elementary · Britannica Middle · Britannica High · World Book Kids · Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos These additional promotion options are designed to help you customize how your communities learn about and experience MeL. If you need support from us, or have questions, please don't hesitate to reach out! Brought to you by 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 databases are available to Michigan residents or are for Michigan library or school access only. #IMLSGrant Liz Breed Michigan eLibrary Coordinator Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education NEW number: 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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Multiple copies of books available
by Janelle Martin 30 Nov '18

30 Nov '18

Hey Everyone, We are discarding several book club kits at our library with 10 copies of the same books and I was wondering if anyone was interested in using them to create book club kits at their library? The books are in good to excellent condition but have fl. green numbers (1-10) on the spine with a label on the front that says "Lapeer District Library: this item belongs to a book club kit." They also have Lapeer District Library stamped on the title page and another page in the book. I also have digital copies of the discussion questions for the majority of the books if you are interested. I have attached a picture below of the labeling. The titles that are available are: - Outcasts United by Warren St. John - Sarah's Key by Tatiana de Rosnay - The Piano Teacher by Janice Y.K. Lee - Loving Frank by Nancy Horan - Beekeepers Apprentice by Laurie King. - Maytrees by Anne Dillard If you are interested in any of them, please send me which one you want and your RIDES code. Let me know if you have any questions. Thank you very much, Janelle Janelle Martin Head of Fiction Marguerite deAngeli Library Lapeer District Library 921 W. Nepessing St. Lapeer, MI 48446 jmartin(a)lib.lapeer.org 810-664-6971 ext 3218

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