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Job Posting
by Mary Davis 22 Oct '18

22 Oct '18

Due to the upcoming retirement of our OTBS Librarian, we are hiring. Please see attached posting. https://rhpl.org/current-openings https://rhpl.org/images/job_openings/OTBS_librarian.pdf -- *Mary K. Davis* Outreach and Bookmobile Services Manager Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Rd Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248-650-7152

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Discarding computers compilation
by Don Priest 22 Oct '18

22 Oct '18

Here's the compilation of responses I received. Lots of great advice, ranging from donating, to tech take aparts, to recycling. Thanks! Not sure what I'll do yet, but it's good to know I have so many options! Don, Those that we had that were still in decent shape were sold on govdeals.com. We made some money back and they found a good home. Hello Don, Have you considered selling them as part of a book sale event? When I was with the Genesee District Library they would occasionally sell off the older computers at the HQ summer book sale and they usually sold very quickly. It was a good deal for the public and for the library. We actually have someone here from Electro-Cycle right now picking up a lot of electronics for recycling. We had an drop off event on Saturday for 3 hours where we had 120 cars drop off personal items. It is no charge to the public or to us. [ http://electro-cycle.com/ | http://electro-cycle.com ] We try to sell these through the used book sale (wiped and system reloaded.) We also offer them to staff for cheap purchase. I have given a few to the Senior Center. You might also try charter or underfunded schools. We have to pay to recycle (due to the heavy metals) so I have justified that giving them away saves us money and keeps us from running afoul of giving away public assets that still have value. Hope this helps! Hi Don, We just had a take-apart this past weekend with ages 9 and up. The kids took the computers apart together in a step-by-step fashion and a computer science student volunteered to lead it and explain what all the components inside were. The kids LOVED it. I think it was a very educational and fun thing to do with these machines. Hi Don, I highly recommend the Advance Computer Recycling-Resources. They pick up your items at no cost and schedule a pickup. Nicole Henderson Administrative Secretary, Advance Computer Recycling-Resources Phone: [ tel:734-340-6271 | 734-340-6271 ] Email: [ mailto:advancecomputerrecycling@hotmail.com | advancecomputerrecycling(a)hotmail.com ] Website: [ https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Facrgreen.or… | Acrgreen.org ] Address: 926 MINION ST YPSILANTI MI 48198 This company picked up all our outdated electronics to recycle for free. They will also wipe clean/destroy harddrive. < [ mailto:matthew@electro-cycle.com | matthew(a)electro-cycle.com ] > Hi Don, In the past, I’ve used Advance Computer Recycling since they do not charge a fee to pick up and dispose of old equipment – the last time we used them was 10-2017. Below is the contact information I have: Nicole Henderson Advance Computer Recycling Phone: [ tel:734-340-6271 | 734-340-6271 ] Email: [ mailto:advancecomputerrecycling@hotmail.com | advancecomputerrecycling(a)hotmail.com ] Website: [ https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Facrgreen.or… | Acrgreen.org ] Address: 926 MINION ST YPSILANTI MI 48198 Hi Don, Our local Goodwill takes electronics for recycling and then they get extra money for the charity from the recycler. We have done take apart events which the kids love but just make sure you have safety glasses for them (they tend to pry and bend things to get them apart). Hi Don, Not sure about donating them as-is to an organization for use (personally I'd wipe them, overwrite them, and then do a clean install of the OS before donating them for security reasons), but there isn't any reason to pay for disposal of them (I wipe them and overwrite them for recycle too, but no need to do a clean install). Our local recycle center would pay us (as long as hard drive and the other metal components are intact) and Staples has a free recycling program ( [ https://www.staples.com/sbd/cre/marketing/sustainability-center/recycling-s… | https://www.staples.com/sbd/cre/marketing/sustainability-center/recycling-s… ] ). Nice shirt, in your library profile picture. (Thanks!) If the computers shipped with a license for either Windows 7 or Windows 10, wiping them up for a reload and reuse is easy enough to do. Your local public schools might be open to forwarding them to students from free lunch/breakfast families that still don’t have a computer. IF Comcast is still participating in your area, families qualify for $10/month basic access. My local elementary used to, but they had a single teacher who administered the program. When he retired, so did the program as district techs wouldn’t accept responsibility for distributing them. Another option is a Senior Center, where they teach computer classes. [ https://www.techsoup.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMInbKGwvOI3gIVi43ICh15KgIKEAAYASA… | https://www.techsoup.org/ ] might be able to put you in touch with a local charity, school, or other library, that could benefit. If someone will do the paper work, you can get free/cheap Microsoft Office for the donated machines. If I’m repeating things you already know, please forgive my ignorance. Windows 10 will run on a computer with two gig or more of RAM. Drive size needs to be 100 gig or larger for the OS and future patches from Microsoft. On board video is fine. I use DBAN [ https://dban.org/ | https://dban.org/ ] to wipe spinning hard drives and a program named Parted Magic [ https://partedmagic.com/secure-erase/ | https://partedmagic.com/secure-erase/ ] to safely reset SSDrives. Windows 10 installs from an 8 gig USB drive using Microsoft’s Media Creation tool [ https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10 | https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10 ] . There is little interaction required for the install. If, like many Dell computers, the Windows license is coded into the BIOS, you won’t even be asked to type that in to activate the OS. I’m happy to offer free advice. Often that advice is well worth the cost. Occasionally not. We had a public tech recycling drop off this weekend with Electro-Cycle coming today to haul away the items. We threw in our own old computers and telephones as well. There is no charge for pickup. http:/electro-cycle.com When we have older computers- we have our tech guy wipe them clean and we offer them for sale to our staff and then public. Last time we had a big turnover, we sold the old computers for $20 each (towers only, no screens) and they flew out the door! We held a garage sale for used equipment and earned about $2,000. Our IT staff wiped them clean and insured that everything was operable. I recommend a tech take apart program, especially if you have someone on hand who can discuss the interior of a computer and what the parts do. Great information! It's vital to have hand and eye protection and a variety of screwdrivers. Best of luck! Hello, A few years ago TADL had a public sale of used desktop, laptop and miscellaneous tech equipment. I don't recall prices but they were stripped of operating software, they all worked. Leftovers were recycled I think. The laptop and desktop I bought are still going strong. Happy Monday afternoon, I know Best Buy will take and recycle old electronics. I believe they have a limit of how many they will receive a day from individuals, but if nothing else that is a possible option. Another option, I have seen other libraries do is they sell them for a decent price to their staff members. Here is an option. [ https://www.cristina.org/ | https://www.cristina.org/ ] Like most things, I find if you set them out for free they go within the hour. Hi, Don. Check with your local school(s) to see if they're interested in any of them for "take apart" in classrooms. We only replace about 5-10 each year and phase down the ones still in good condition into our catalog computers and our learning center, where the demand on them isn't so intense. The ones that aren't useful to us, we wipe of info and sell for $25 each, which may or may not include a monitor and peripherals. You might consider donating them to a local non-profit - children's center, senior center, MichiganWorks! (?), and/or community center/outreach center. Check with your local funders, too, like United Way and/or a community foundation. They may take them or be able to point you in the direction of someone that could use them. There's always churches and other faith institutions that would love a newer computer, too. We see a lot still running XP or Vista. This would also be a great opportunity to partner with them, if you can and aren't already, for tech programs, like computer and resume skills, setting up emails, safety online, keeping your computer healthy, talking about the databases, etc. Good luck! I'm looking forward to hearing what responses you get. Last time we had working machines we donated them to our cooperative and they passed them on to other libraries in need. Also, I believe Staples recycles electronics for free. You'll want to contact your local store, but here is the webpage regarding recycling. [ https://www.staples.com/sbd/cre/marketing/sustainability-center/recycling-s… | https://www.staples.com/sbd/cre/marketing/sustainability-center/recycling-s… ] Don Priest Southgate Veterans Memorial Library 14680 Dix-Toledo Rd. Southgate, MI 48195 734-258-3002 ext. 3003

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Job Posting / Interlibrary Loan Specialist (part-time - evenings), Rochester College
by Allison Jimenez 22 Oct '18

22 Oct '18

Ennis and Nancy Ham Library at Rochester College in Rochester Hills, MI is looking for a highly motivated individual to fill our Interlibrary Loan Specialist position (part-time - evenings). SIS students are welcome to apply! Interested persons can review the job description and employment application at http://rc.edu/jobs-rc/. Please send cover letter, resume or CV, and completed employment application to Ginny May at gmay(a)rc.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. -- [image: signature] *Allison Jimenez* *Director of Library Services - Ham Library* Rochester College 248.218.2268 ajimenez(a)rc.edu <dsirka(a)rc.edu> www.rc.edu/ham-library/ *www.rc.edu <http://www.rc.edu/> * *Rochester College cultivates academic excellence, principled character, servant leadership, and global awareness through a rigorous educational experience that integrates liberal arts and professional studies within an inclusive Christian heritage.* *Rochester College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, Illinois, 60604. Phone (800)621-7440.*

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Book sets
by Claire Mueller 22 Oct '18

22 Oct '18

Hello Syntha, I am interested in the sets of My Near Death Adventure Pie by Weeks Refugee The Ethan I was Before Thank you very much! Claire Mueller Youth Services Public Library of Westland WTLD 63 500-ZV353_63

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Audio books - CDs and Playaways and books - PB & HC (Youth)
by Syntha Green 22 Oct '18

22 Oct '18

Hi, We have some excellent condition Books, Audio CDs and Playaways to give away. They were circulated for Battle of the books (yes they have library markings) and we no longer need that many copies of each. We have HC: 11 Tumble & Blue 8 See you in the cosmos 2 All's Faire in Middle School 7 Refugee 7 Scar Island 7 Beyond the Bright Sea 11 The Ethan I was Before 11 Insignificant events in the life of a cactus 3 Last Day on Mars 17 Her Right Foot Paperback: 17 Red Butterfly 5 Circus Mirandus 20 My near-death Adventure 26 Courageous Canine! 15 Pie (Weeks) 9 Book Scavenger CD: 4 Circus Mirandus 4 Courageous Canines! Playaway: 1 Book Scavenger 1 Tumble & Blue 4 Pie Please respond with your rides code. Thanks, Syntha Green Baldwin Public Library

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Write Michigan Reviewers for 2019 Contest Needed!
by Calli Crow 22 Oct '18

22 Oct '18

Hello all! If you've ever wanted to be part of an exciting endeavor, here's your chance to review entries for the 2019 Write Michigan Short Story Contest (a statewide short story contest sponsored by Kent District Library and Schuler Books & Music). We're looking for 145 reviewers this year! Reviewers are the first round volunteer judges that narrow down the entries for the Finals Judges and Public Online Voting in January. * Who: Those who love to read, who love to promote the written word, who love to see good things happen to people and who love new ideas. * What: Write Michigan Short Story Contest is taking entries for all ages from people who live in Michigan and awarding cash prizes to winners. * Where: Submissions will be available for review online. Volunteers will be given a login on December 3, 2018. * When: Reading/reviewing will take place from December 3, 2018 to December 28, 2018. Submissions are taken until November 30, when the contest ends. *We will also have need for reviewers to review last minute stories if other reviewers did not complete reviews. These will only be 2-3 stories from December 29, 2018 - January 1, 2018. We will contact established reviewers in mid-November to get those willing and able to do last minute reviews on the Last Minute List. * How: Volunteers are asked to read entries in one of four categories (adult-18+; teen-12-17; youth-under 12; Spanish - all ages). * Each volunteer will have 10 read 13-14 stories total. * Each story will be read by two volunteers. * Story authors will not be disclosed but we ask that if volunteers have entered the contest or have family members who did, they please review a different contest category. * Please find our judging criteria here: http://writemichigan.org/reviewers_faq.pdf. However, the initial score that volunteers will be providing will be on a simple scale of one to ten, with ten being excellent. * Why: We want to support talented Michigan writers. Details: 1. Sign up to be a reviewer via KDL's VolunteerHub<https://kdl.volunteerhub.com/?format=List&filter=74135> page. 2. Sign-in or Create a VolunteerHub account. 3. Click sign up next to the reviewer category of your choice. 4. You will receive an email confirmation that you are signed up and info about what happens next. Contact CCrow(a)kdl.org<mailto:CCrow@kdl.org> if you need help signing in/up. Your help is most appreciated! Also, if you know of other volunteers, Friends members, book club members, retired schoolteachers and librarians who might be interested, please share this email with them. We'd love to include them. Cheers to Volunteers! Calli Calli Crow Volunteer Coordinator Kent District Library 814 West River Center Dr. NE * Comstock Park, MI 49321 Cell: 616-375-2281. * ccrow(a)kdl.org<mailto:ccrow@kdl.org> KDL.VolunteerHub.com<http://www.kdl.volunteerhub.com/> [cid:image002.jpg@01D469F3.C4864410] <http://www.kdl.org/bikekdl>

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JOB POSTING: Metadata Specialist
by Pifer, Amie S. 22 Oct '18

22 Oct '18

Good morning, Central Michigan University Libraries has the following job opening: https://www.jobs.cmich.edu/postings/29113 [logo] Amie S. Pifer, MLIS Director, Acquisitions and Metadata Services CMU Libraries Central Michigan University Park Library 310 | 989-774-3031 Connect...Collaborate...Succeed! Library.cmich.edu<http://library.cmich.edu/>

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Job Posting - PALnet (Public and Academic Library Network) Systems Librarian
by Dawn Winans 20 Oct '18

20 Oct '18

POSITION: PALnet (Public and Academic Library Network) Systems Librarian *LOCATION: *Baker College of Flint WORK SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week/ 52 hours per year. REPORTS TO: PALnet Systems Director STARTING DATE: December 3, 2018 *COMPENSATION: Salary based on education, experience, and existing wage rates for similar positions within the PALnet consortium. Full benefit package.* *APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please submit cover letter and resume via email only by October 29, 2018 in care of:* Baker College Professional Services, Inc.-Flint Human Resource Department E-mail: hr-fl(a)baker.edu, or jobpostings(a)baker.edu https://www.baker.edu/about/get-to-know-us/careers/palnet-public-and-academ… <https://www.baker.edu/about/get-to-know-us/careers/> <https://www.baker.edu/about/get-to-know-us/careers/> *AA/EOE* *Baker of Flint combined Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available to anyone. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and three years’ worth of crime statistics for the school. This report is available online at https://www.baker.edu/student-services/living/campus-safety <https://www.baker.edu/student-services/living/campus-safety>. You may also request a paper copy from the Baker of Flint Campus Safety Office.* Baker College Professional Services, Inc. seeks to hire an individual to be assigned to the position of PALnet Systems Librarian for the benefit of and to be located at Baker College of Flint. *PALnet (Public and Academic Library Network) is a non-profit library consortium headquartered at Baker College in Flint, Michigan. PALnet administers the Koha open-source integrated library system (ILS) and its supporting components and services for the libraries of: Baker College, Mott Community College and Kettering University. PALnet’s mission is to provide shared library support services that are leading-edge, collaborative, and financially viable for its members.GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The Systems Librarian position helps to maintain the Koha integrated library system (ILS) and its active modules of circulation, serials, cataloging, acquisitions, inventory, reporting, and the online public access catalog (OPAC). The Systems Librarian works with member library staff to develop solutions and administer changes within PALnet’s integrated systems. Additional responsibilities include training and ILS support for member library staff, support for online library resources and authentication, maintain ILS policy (documentation for circulation, cataloging, holds, intra-loaning, etc.)MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:• Master’s in Library Science or related field from and ALA accredited college or university. - Required• Experience in academic library – Preferred.• Basic knowledge of online resources, including electronic databases, journals and eBooks• Working knowledge internet applications and web browsers.• Working Knowledge of Microsoft Windows 10, Microsoft Office, and Google Apps.• Knowledge of Web-based training tools (e.g. WebEx, Camtasia).• Ability to communicate general and technical information effectively to groups.• Ability to organize and prioritize daily requests and problems.• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and to make individual contributions.• Ability to keep accurate records• Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills• Must be valid Michigan driver’s license and able to travel to supporting colleges as needed.• Ability to lift and maneuver independently up to 25 lbs.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:• Helps to maintain the Koha integrated library system (ILS) and its active modules of circulation, serials, cataloging, acquisitions, inventory, and reports as necessary; through tasks such as customization, system maintenance, and general troubleshooting.• Maintains PALnet’s member library online public access catalogs (OPAC). Tasks include working with member library staff to customize interface functionality (searching and filters) and visual appearance.• Provides ILS support and training to member library staff as necessary; both online and onsite.• Assists the System Director in working with external organizations including ByWater Solutions, MeLCat, and Marcive to coordinate PALnet-related work, including data processing tasks, and generating ticket requests.• Helps to design and enhance PALnet’s online staff and public interfaces.• Troubleshoots and responds to daily requests from PALnet members and patrons through administration of the PALnet Helpdesk platform.• Assists in creating and publishing Koha Reports requested by member library staff, including circulation statistics and data exports.• Helps to manage PALnet’s online library resources. Resources include electronic databases, eBooks, Discovery and authentication services. Tasks include testing access, basic troubleshooting, and communicating with member staff and students. • Performs routine cataloging tasks in Koha and helps to manage authority records.• Other duties as assigned*

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eNews from HSM: MHM Receives Honorable Mention, Upcoming Workshop, History Skills Boot Camp, Jeep Goes to War, Upcoming Events
by HSM Main 19 Oct '18

19 Oct '18

cid:image002.jpg@01D0250E.A301ABF0 Michigan History Magazine Receives Honorable Mention at Eddie and Ozzie Awards Banquet On Tuesday, October 9, 2018, Michigan History magazine was recognized as a honorable mention at this year's Folio: Eddie & Ozzie Awards, a prestigious publishing awards program. The annual program recognizes the very best in editorial and design and is the most comprehensive of its kind in the industry. In August 2018, the January/February 2018 issue of Michigan History was named one of three finalists for a "Full Issue" Eddie Award in the category of "City & Regional-Midwest." On October 9, Executive Director and CEO Larry J. Wagenaar attended the awards gala in New York City to accept the recognition on behalf of HSM. UPCOMING OFF-SITE WORKSHOP: Taming the Chaos & Clutter: Collections Management for Small Museums "What numbering system should we use? Where do you write the numbers? How do you apply the numbers, and with what? Is it OK to write on a photograph? What's that thing called Chenhall's Nomenclature?" If these questions sound familiar, this is the workshop for you. On Wednesday, October 24, from 1 to 4 p.m., an experienced registrar will demystify museum registration methods and help you catalog collections the right way. Please Note: This workshop will take place at the Luce County Historical Museum, at the Newberry American Legion, 7964 State Highway M123, Newberry, MI 49868. Remote access will NOT be available. Jeep Goes to War In 1940, Karl Probst of Detroit designed a new army scouting car in only two days. The Willys-Overland Company built jeeps, but the army needed so many that Ford Motor Company began to build them, too, and ended up producing 640,000 wartime Jeeps. No one knows how the World War II "Jeep" got its name, but it might be named for the Popeye comic strip character "Eugene the Jeep" or from the Army initials "GP," which stands for "General Purpose." Registration for History Skills Boot Camp Ends in 10 Days! Saturday, November 3, 2018 Lansing Community College West Campus Attend a full day of workshops to hone your skills in the areas of historic preservation, managing a site, reenactors and living history, and more! Registration ends on October 29! <http://hsmichigan.org/conferences/boot-camp/boot-camp-registration/> Visit our website to register online. <https://hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Boot-Camp-brochure-online .pdf> Download the Boot Camp brochure. 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 History HoundsT Sessions: The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald Wednesday, November 14 with John Beck, Heritage Christian Academy Riding the Rails: The Pere Marquette 1225 Locomotive Wednesday, December 12 with Kevin P. Keefe, Author <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> Check out our website for more. Upcoming Events From Our Members The Castle Museum of Saginaw County History presents "Oakwood Cemetery Tour," Sunday, October 21, in Saginaw. The Joint Archives of Holland presents "A History of the West Michigan Tourist Association," Tuesday, November 20, in Holland. The Grand Blanc Heritage Association and Museum presents "Old-Fashioned Christmas," Monday, December 3, in Grand Blanc. <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. If you received this e-mail as part of your participation in the Michlib-l mailing list (listserv), please follow their removal process.

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rell to reel films
by Lynne Wiercinski 18 Oct '18

18 Oct '18

We have a patron looking for any kind of old reel to reel movies (not home movies, but old black and white films) that he could borrow through our Regional Hospice organization, to offer a hospice patient an old fashioned movie experience in her home as part of a type of "make a wish" program. If anyone out there has, or knows of where we could find any in the next few weeks please let me know.thanks so much. Lynne Wiercinski Director Ironwood Carnegie Library www.uproc.lib.mi.us/Ironwood 906.932.0203

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