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Grant opportunity: Better World Books 2018 Literacy Grants
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 23 Mar '18

23 Mar '18

Better World Books announces their eighth-annual Literacy Grants designed to address the literacy needs of communities across the world. Libraries and educational nonprofit literacy organizations can apply for funds to support their efforts to further literacy in their communities. As a Founding B Corporation, Better World Books has raised over $26 million to date for literacy causes worldwide. Libraries and nonprofits may pitch only one project each, with a maximum award of $15,000 (or equivalent) per project. Organizations must clearly outline the project elements that require the requested funds. The Better World Books Literacy Council will review the projects. The Literacy Council will select library and nonprofit winners. The deadline for both library and nonprofit applicants is May 31, 2018, at 11:59 PM ET. To learn more about our Literacy Grants, read about past winners or to apply for a grant visit https://cares.betterworldbooks.com/grants/. Good luck! The Better World Books Literacy Council Christina Griffin 55740 Currant Rd Mishawaka, IN 46545 O: 888-510-7103 Ext.5133 F: 678.527.1580 cgriffin(a)betterworldbooks.com<mailto:cgriffin@betterworldbooks.com> betterworldbooks.com<http://betterworldbooks.com> | facebook.com/betterworldbooks<http://facebook.com/betterworldbooks> | twitter.com/bwbooks<http://twitter.com/bwbooks> betterworldbooks.com<http://betterworldbooks.com> | facebook.com/betterworldbooks<http://facebook.com/betterworldbooks> | twitter.com/bwbooks<http://twitter.com/bwbooks> Better World Books is a for-profit social enterprise that collects and sells books online with each sale generating funds for literacy initiatives around the world.

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Grant Opp: Dollar General Youth Literacy Grant
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 23 Mar '18

23 Mar '18

The Dollar General Youth Literacy Grant program provides funding to public libraries, schools, and nonprofit organizations to help students who are below grade level or experiencing difficulty reading. Grant funding is provided to assist with implementing new or expanding existing literacy programs, purchasing new technology or equipment to support literacy initiatives, and purchasing books, materials or software for literacy programs. Applications for 2018 Youth Literacy Grants are being accepted through May 17, 2018<x-apple-data-detectors://42>. For more information and to apply: www2.dollargeneral.com/dgliteracy/Pages/grant_programs.aspx#youth_literacy<http://www2.dollargeneral.com/dgliteracy/Pages/grant_programs.aspx#youth_li…> Sent from my iPad

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IT Manager - job posting
by Jeri Wonders 23 Mar '18

23 Mar '18

Please see the attached for complete job posting for IT Manager at Muskegon Area District Library. Thank you Muskegon Area District Library (MADL) is seeking an IT professional for a unique opportunity. This position will lead IT operations and serve the local community by providing a dynamic, reliable and innovative IT environment for our staff and library users. MADL has 10 locations throughout Muskegon County that is located along the beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline with waterfront, rivers, woods and dunes. You'll enjoy a lifestyle that is Pure Michigan. JOB SUMMARY Under the general direction of the Director, the Information Technology Manager is responsible for the planning and managing of the Library's personal computers, network systems, telephone, VOIP and voice mail system. Will also participate in the development of long-range technology planning which reflect the needs of the organization. Thank you

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Call for ALISE Book Series Proposals
by Stephen Bajjaly 23 Mar '18

23 Mar '18

Send in your proposal today! [https://ali.memberclicks.net/assets/media/image54964.jpg]<https://clicks.memberclicks-mail.net/wf/click?upn=y6lhilz9r3mRH23CWxcXjTLCL…> The ALISE Book Series<https://clicks.memberclicks-mail.net/wf/click?upn=y6lhilz9r3mRH23CWxcXjTLCL…>, published by Rowman & Littlefield<https://clicks.memberclicks-mail.net/wf/click?upn=y6lhilz9r3mRH23CWxcXjTLCL…>, addresses issues critical to Library and Information Science education and research through the publication of epistemologically grounded scholarly texts which are inclusive of regional and national contexts around the world. Series Editors * Jaya Raju, University of Cape Town (jaya.raju(a)uct.ac.za<https://clicks.memberclicks-mail.net/wf/click?upn=y6lhilz9r3mRH23CWxcXjTLCL…>) * Dietmar Wolfram, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (dwolfram(a)uwm.edu<https://clicks.memberclicks-mail.net/wf/click?upn=y6lhilz9r3mRH23CWxcXjTLCL…>) Call for Proposals Before submitting your proposal for the series, please review the guidelines<https://clicks.memberclicks-mail.net/wf/click?upn=y6lhilz9r3mRH23CWxcXjTLCL…>. <https://clicks.memberclicks-mail.net/wf/click?upn=y6lhilz9r3mRH23CWxcXjTLCL…> Proposals relating to education and/or research in the following broad areas, inter alia, are welcome: * Education of library and information professionals * Socio-cultural or international perspectives in library and information services * Information and communication technologies * Cultural heritage preservation and promotion * Data and knowledge management * Data science * Human-computer interaction and design * Information organization and retrieval * Information services and practices ________________________________ About ALISE The Association for Library and Information Science Education<https://clicks.memberclicks-mail.net/wf/click?upn=y6lhilz9r3mRH23CWxcXjTLCL…> is a non-profit organization that serves as the intellectual home of faculty, staff, and students in Library and Information Science and allied disciplines. It promotes innovation and excellence internationally through leadership, collaboration, advocacy, and dissemination of scholarship. Association for Library and Information Science Education office(a)alise.org<https://clicks.memberclicks-mail.net/wf/click?upn=y6lhilz9r3mRH23CWxcXjTLCL…> | 206-209-5267 | www.alise.org<https://clicks.memberclicks-mail.net/wf/click?upn=y6lhilz9r3mRH23CWxcXjTLCL…> [http://ali.memberclicks.net/message2/image/2601e790-910d-40c7-a361-4ddd97a8…]

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Books Claimed
by Brian Johnston 23 Mar '18

23 Mar '18

Hello Everyone, The Hero of Hacksaw Ridge books have been claimed. Thanks, Brian R. Johnston Head of Public Services Lincoln Township Public Library 2099 W. John Beers Road Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 429-9575 bjohnston(a)lincolnlib.org

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Michigan Academic Libraries Annual Conference Poster Sessions Announced
by Heather Ladiski 23 Mar '18

23 Mar '18

This message is forwarded on behalf of the Michigan Academic Library Association conference planning committee. Excuse posting on multiple lists. Feel free to forward this information to anyone/group that may be interested in this information. Please send any questions to Rachel Minkin and Shannon White, Conference Planning Committee Chairs, at conference(a)miala.org<mailto:conference@miala.org>. ************************************ The details for the #MiALA18 Annual Conference are coming together! Selections have been made, and information on poster presentations is now available on the MiALA conference website<https://miala.org/2018_poster_session_informatio.php>. The conference will be held on May 17 & 18, 2018 at the Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center, on the campus of Michigan State University. Register<https://www.memberleap.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?orgcode=MALA&evid=1143…> soon for the opportunity to engage with these posters and many other great presenters! Hope to see you there! ******************************** Heather M. Ladiski CAP-OM Executive Assistant Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 (800) 530-9019 ext 133 (517) 492-3885 fax ladiskih(a)mcls.org<mailto:ladiskih@mcls.org> [facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [twitter] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [square-logo-1 (002)] <http://www.mcls.org/>

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Wifi Hotspot cases
by Kelly Bennett 23 Mar '18

23 Mar '18

Begging for information again! What do you use to circulate your wifi hotspots in? I'd like specific brands and sizes. I'm looking at Showcases online and they have small Artbins that might work, but I can't think of a good way to keep them from clanking around inside. Thanks! Kelly Bennett Head of Circulation, Ferndale Area District Library 269-932-3179

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ILS Administrator Position-The Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County (OH)
by Jobeth Bradbury 23 Mar '18

23 Mar '18

ILS Administrator Position-The Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County (OH) The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County<https://www.libraryvisit.org/> (OH) seeks an experienced ILS Administrator to manage operation of the systemwide Integrated Library System (ILS) as well as applications related to data collection and analysis. PLYMC is a county-wide system serving 238,823 residents, governed by a 15-member Board, supported by a stellar staff of 169 FTE and a $15,540,797.84 annual operating budget. The ILS Administrator holds the primary responsibility of the day-to-day monitoring, maintenance and ongoing development of the Library's ILS platform, Sierra, and serves as the point of contact for data analytics products such as Innovative's Decision Center and OrangeBoy's Savannah. This includes supporting staff system wide to ensure accuracy, reliability and usability of the ILS and collaborating with other departments throughout the system to identify and coordinate resolution of issues in support of library services. The ILS Administrator works under the direction of the Technology Director but may be consulted directly by staff to advise and resolve difficult or unusual problems. For additional information on the Library and Mahoning County, see PLYMC Links<http://www.bradburymiller.com/PLYMCLinks2017.htm>. Responsibilities. Key responsibilities include (1) Managing the operation and maintaining the function of the ILS and associate software, services, equipment, processes, and vendors; (2) collaborating with departments throughout the system to ensure accuracy, reliability, and usability of the ILS; (3) proactively identifying and resolving problems of server application issues in support of library services; (4) maintaining contracts, ensuring software updates, coordinating planned maintenance, and arranging support calls for ILS-related systems; (5) generating statistical data and reports to provide timely data and analysis to appropriate decision maker; and (6) providing excellent and timely internal customer service responding to employee questions, concerns, and help requests. Please visit ILS Administrator<http://www.bradburymiller.com/ILSadmindesc.pdf> for the complete position description. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include: (1) three years of experience in ILS administration, database administration, or administration of other business systems; (2) knowledge of and experience with ILS applications, SQL, Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office application suite with an emphasis on Excel; (3) knowledge of principles and practices of public library operations, issues, and trends including circulation standard practices and procedures and other technology resources pertinent to library operations; and (4) strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the capacity to understand and interpret data. A Bachelor's degree in library science, computer science or related field required; a Master's degree in library and information science, computer science or related field is strongly preferred. Experience with ILS systems preferred and experience with Sierra ILS strongly preferred. Compensation. The salary range is $42,600 - $64,000 (negotiable with experience) with an excellent fringe benefit package which includes pension plan with the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS). For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<http://www.bradburymiller.com/contactus.html>. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to Karen Miller<mailto:karenmiller@bradburymiller.com>. This position closes May 6, 2018. 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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Books to Give Away
by Brian Johnston 23 Mar '18

23 Mar '18

Hello Everyone, We have 16 copies of Hero of Hacksaw Ridge by Booton Herndon (abridged version), free to the first library to give their RIDES number. Thanks, Brian R. Johnston Head of Public Services Lincoln Township Public Library 2099 W. John Beers Road Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 429-9575 bjohnston(a)lincolnlib.org

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Deadline is APRIL 1 to Register for the Loleta Fyan Small & Rural Libraries Conference
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 23 Mar '18

23 Mar '18

Greetings! There are only 7 days left to register for the 2018 Loleta Fyan Small & Rural Libraries Conference! To register, please visit the Library of Michigan's registration system<https://www.solutionwhere.com/ww/Aspx/Public/Search/ShowConference.aspx?cou…> (https://www.solutionwhere.com/ww/Aspx/Public/Search/ShowConference.aspx?cou…) For more information on the 2018 Loleta Fyan Small & Rural Libraries Conference, check out the Library of Michigan's Conference Page<http://michigan.gov/fyanconference> (http://michigan.gov/fyanconference) We strongly encourage you to read the full Attendee Information Packet available at Michigan.gov/fyanconference<http://michigan.gov/fyanconference> before registering online and definitely BEFORE making hotel reservations. The conference registration is $110 per person. This includes 7 meals and conference materials. Our special nightly lodging rate at the Grand Traverse Resort is $75. Please see the attendee packet for complete details on lodging. A preliminary program showing program titles, dates and times is available on the website. A full program, with complete descriptions is coming soon. Presenters should have already received their speaker agreements and information. Please use the information provided directly to you as a presenter to make arrangements. If you have questions, please don't hesitate to contact us! We will be sending out more information about the conference throughout the registration period. We look forward to seeing you at the conference! Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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