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Religion in the libraries follow-up
by Don Priest 15 Jun '18

15 Jun '18

Thank you to everyone who has responded! I've received a lot of very useful information, opinions, resources, and viewpoints, and a couple of interesting discussions have been taking place. Certainly a lot for me to think about! I'll compile responses next week, after I'm sure everyone who wants to contribute has had a chance. A few people have already indicated they're not comfortable with their views being put out to everyone, and I will, of course, respect those wishes. If you messaged me off list, and would prefer your comments to remain private, please let me know by Monday, June 18th. Thank you again, everyone! Don Priest Southgate Veterans Memorial Library 14680 Dix-Toledo Rd. Southgate, MI 48195 734-258-3002 ext. 3003

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MeL Minute: Build a Program Around Scarecrow Day
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 14 Jun '18

14 Jun '18

Greetings Michigan Library Community, Why did a scarecrow win the Nobel prize?... Because he was outstanding in his field! The recent survey that we ran about MeL Minutes found that themes were very popular. We aim to please. You will see more "themed" MeL Minutes in upcoming months. For more than a century now, people in the U.S. have celebrated Scarecrow Day on the first Sunday of July. To help Michigan celebrate on July 1st of this year, we wanted to offer some great ideas for programming at your library or for families to do together at home using MeL resources! 1. Host a "How to Build a Scarecrow" activity o From General Reference Center Gold<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-gale.php?database=GRGM>: * Fragrant scarecrow. (Seasonal Scent)<http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A90683721/GRGM?u=lom_accessmich&sid=GRGM…> * Recycle Sam tin-can scarecrow<http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A20906609/GRGM?u=lom_accessmich&sid=GRGM…> * Corny, creative scarecrows<http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A135813952/GRGM?u=lom_accessmich&sid=GRG…> * Digital scarecrows. (country lore: readers' tips to live by)<http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A84369979/GRGM?u=lom_accessmich&sid=GRGM…> * Not-so-scary Harry<http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A13189905/GRGM?u=lom_accessmich&sid=GRGM…> * Homemade garden guard: scarecrows have a long history and are fun to make<http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A209899606/GRGM?u=lom_accessmich&sid=GRG…> o From Kids InfoBits<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-gale.php?database=ITKE>: * Sew your scarecrow <http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A168737633/ITKE?u=lom_accessmich&sid=ITK…> * Let's make a scarecrow<http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A20524499/ITKE?u=lom_accessmich&sid=ITKE…> * Ready, set, create! Make a scarecrow<http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A231739226/ITKE?u=lom_accessmich&sid=ITK…> 2. Dress a Scarecrow and Run Game (taken from http://www.kidactivities.net/month-july-ideas-page-2/) o Stock up on oversized plaid shirts, goofy pants, floppy hats and any other clothing that a scarecrow might wear. Make piles containing one of each item. The number of piles is determined either by the number of kids or teams participating. o Line up kids and let the game begin! o The children run to the pile, put on the outfit, and dart back to the starting line. o If doing it as a team game, they then switch the outfit with their teammate-who runs out and back. o First team with their last team member dressed as a scarecrow wins. 3. Research stories, articles, poems, and games about scarecrows from MeL Databases: o eBooks <http://galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-ebsco.php?database=EBOOK> - open eBooks first, then click on the following link: * Spooky Ballet: The Case of the Whistling Scarecrow <http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=nlebk&AN=386547&site=…> o General Reference Center Gold <http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-gale.php?database=GRGM> * Scarecrows, lava, and why we get the chills: do scarecrows actually scare crows?<http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A245036492/GRGM?u=lom_accessmich&sid=GRG…> * Vanishing scarecrows<http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A21201638/GRGM?u=lom_accessmich&sid=GRGM…> * The Fake Scarecrow: A Chinese Fable<http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A240098737/GRGM?u=lom_accessmich&sid=GRG…> * Scarecrow puzzler<http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A136074299/GRGM?u=lom_accessmich&sid=GRG…> * The scarecrow song<http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A20172877/GRGM?u=lom_accessmich&sid=GRGM…> o Kids InfoBits<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-gale.php?database=ITKE> * Scarecrows by Justin Werfel<http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A470160520/ITKE?u=lom_accessmich&sid=ITK…> o NoveList K8+<http://galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-ebsco.php?database=NOVEL> - open NoveList K8+<http://galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-ebsco.php?database=NOVEL> first, then click on the following link: * Scarecrow booklist<http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&bquery=TI+scarecrow&type…>: See a list of books about scarecrows. * Did you know you can check MeLCat directly from a book record in NoveList K-8+? o Opposing Viewpoints in Context<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-gale.php?database=OVIC> * Video: Could Robotic Birds Lead to Safer Air Travel? <http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/CT517697473/OVIC?u=lom_accessmich&sid=OV…> o World Book for Kids<https://www.worldbookonline.com/kids/home?subacct=O6106> - open World Book for Kids<https://www.worldbookonline.com/kids/home?subacct=O6106> first, then click on the following link: * Scarecrow article <https://www.worldbookonline.com/kids/home?subacct=O6106#article/ar831928> o Britannica School<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-brit.php?database=BRHI…> - open Britannica School<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-brit.php?database=BRHI…> first, then click on any of the following links: * Scarecrow Article <https://school.eb.com/levels/middle/article/scarecrow/66045> * Scarecrow Images<https://school.eb.com/levels/middle/search/images?query=scarecrow&includeLe…> * The Scarecrow of OZ ebook <https://school.eb.com/levels/middle/additionalcontent/primarysources?id=108…> 4. Borrow books from MeLCat<http://mel.org> o Scarecrows search in MeLCat<http://search.mel.org/iii/encore/search/C__Sscarecrows__Orightresult__U?lan…> 5. Other online resources outside of MeL o Modern Farmer - Hay, Man: The Curious Life and Times of Scarecrow<https://modernfarmer.com/2014/05/scarecrow-history-effigy/> o Scarecrow Trivia - http://www.pumpkinnook.com/halloween/scarecrows.htm [cid:image002.png@01D403F2.A947A200]Brought to you by Christine Schneider of the MeL Team. MeL databases are available to Michigan residents or Michigan library access only. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for the next MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact(a)mel.org<mailto:contact@mel.org>, 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. #IMLSGrant Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 517-373-4457 https://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.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/ [cid:image002.png@01D20444.B08921B0]

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Chalkboard and Whiteboard Paint
by Michael Howey 14 Jun '18

14 Jun '18

Hello All, Thank you for all the suggests! Here are the responses: I've used chalkboard paint on a sign and on a wall and it worked well! I'd recommend using real chalk instead of chalk markers if you want it to be easily removed though, as there's often a faint "halo" until you use chemicals to clean it. Good luck with your project! Nicole Uptegraff Library Assistant We put "chalk board" paint in our group study rooms where we have dry markers. It seems to be working well and I've had no negative feedback on it. It has been up for about one year. Christine Lind Hage Director, Rochester Hills Public Library Division Councilor, United for Libraries 500 Olde Towne Road <https://maps.google.com/?q=500+Olde+Towne+Road+Rochester,+MI+48307&entry=gm…> Rochester, MI 48307 <https://maps.google.com/?q=500+Olde+Towne+Road+Rochester,+MI+48307&entry=gm…> -2043 248/650-7122 My experience with painting metal with any kind of paint: First, rough it up a little with sand paper. 2nd, Lay down a base coat...flat, not gloss. White base for Whiteboard paint. Anything darker for the Blackboard Paint. Good luck! We are getting ready to do whiteboard paint on the tops of all the tables in the Teen section. Will have to rough up the laminate tops for that, too. Lynn Schofield-Dahl Three Rivers Public Library -- Mick Howey Adult Services & Outreach Librarian Ph. 248.246.3724 Royal Oak Public <https://www.google.com/maps/place/222+W+Eleven+Mile+Rd,+Royal+Oak,+MI+48067…> Library <https://www.google.com/maps/place/222+W+Eleven+Mile+Rd,+Royal+Oak,+MI+48067…> 222 East 11 Mile Road <https://www.google.com/maps/place/222+W+Eleven+Mile+Rd,+Royal+Oak,+MI+48067…> Royal Oak, Mi 48067 <https://www.google.com/maps/place/222+W+Eleven+Mile+Rd,+Royal+Oak,+MI+48067…> michaelh(a)ropl.org ReThink RO <https://www.romi.gov/1231/Rethink-RO>

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Re: [Michlib-l] Michlib-l Digest, Vol 44, Issue 14
by Janet O'Keefe 14 Jun '18

14 Jun '18

Don, The ALA Intellectual Freedom Committee created an interpretation of the Library Bill of Rights on that topic fairly recently. Here's a link if you haven't seen it. http://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/librarybill/interpretations/religion Religion in American Libraries | Advocacy, Legislation & Issues<http://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/librarybill/interpretations/religion> www.ala.org The First Amendment guarantees the right of individuals to believe and practice their religion or practice no religion at all and prohibits government from establishing or endorsing a religion or religions. Thus the freedom of, for and from religion, are similarly guaranteed. There is also a Q & A on the topic. http://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/religionfaq From my brief reading of it and memory of the creation, if it's an outside group putting up the display, you need to offer the same opportunity to other groups. If they choose not to take advantage of that opportunity, that's fine, as long as it's available. Religion in American Libraries: Questions and Answers | Advocacy, Legislation & Issues<http://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/religionfaq> www.ala.org Religion, American Libraries, This Q & A provides guidance to libraries and librarians in protecting First Amendment rights to five freedoms: freedom of the press, speech, petition, assembly and religion. Courts have consistently held that for freedom of the press and speech to be meaningful, people must have the right to receive information: that is, to read, view, hear or access what they choose. In addition, the freedom of (and for) religion has been understood to include both the right of individuals to believe and practice their religion and the right of individuals and the state to be free from religion. Hope that helps! Janet T. O'Keefe Librarian Flint Public Library 1026 E. Kearsley Flint MI 48503 810-232-7111 ________________________________ From: michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org <michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org> on behalf of michlib-l-request(a)mcls.org <michlib-l-request(a)mcls.org> Sent: Thursday, June 14, 2018 12:00 PM To: michlib-l(a)mcls.org Subject: Michlib-l Digest, Vol 44, Issue 14 ------------------------------ Message: 9 Date: Thu, 14 Jun 2018 09:55:00 -0600 From: Don Priest <dpriest(a)southgate.lib.mi.us> To: michlib-l <michlib-l(a)mcls.org> Subject: [Michlib-l] Religion in the library Message-ID: <544464963.26771.1528991700664.JavaMail.zimbra(a)southgate.lib.mi.us> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" Hi, hoping to get some feedback on a patron complaint. He took issue with a Nativity that gets put up in front of the library every year, and it's got me wondering if we're implicitly supporting one religion over another. The library isn't actually responsible for the Nativity, but it's easy to see why people would think we are. We also put up a Christmas tree every year, and though it has no religious iconography, I'm wondering if we should avoid it in the future. My research has led me to believe we're not out of line, but religion can be a touchy issue. I'm interested to hear from anyone who has fielded similar complaints, or has a deeper understanding of the issue. I'm asking around here about the Nativity, just to make sure I have all the facts. He also took issue with a Pride Month display we have up, as evil according to his religion. I'm not planning on taking that down, but if anyone has answered a similar challenge I would appreciate hearing how it went. Don Priest Southgate Veterans Memorial Library 14680 Dix-Toledo Rd. Southgate, MI 48195 734-258-3002 ext. 3003

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extra padded shipping envelopes
by Tanya Procknow 14 Jun '18

14 Jun '18

We have way too many envelopes right now. I have four boxes ready to ship out. They are mixed sizes but we have them in boxes size 0-3 and 4-7. Send me your zv# if you need any. Tanya R. Procknow Mackinaw Area Public Library Youth Librarian (231)436-5451

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Mother Infant Health Improvement Plan Town Hall Meetings
by Choudhury, Rezwana (DHHS-Contractor) 14 Jun '18

14 Jun '18

Dear Partners, Collaborative efforts are needed to improve the health of mothers and babies. The MDHHS Maternal Infant Strategy Group (MISG) cordially invite your organization to our upcoming town hall meetings. We want to hear the voice of our partners as we draft a plan to align our private and public resources to improve health outcomes for Michigan communities. Please register using the link included on the flyer. Please also distribute widely to patrons and colleagues. Thank you for supporting our efforts to ensure that we reach our vision of Zero Preventable Deaths and Zero Disparities. Sincerely, Rezwana Choudhury, MPH candidate Maternal and Child Health Intern Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Bureau of Family Health Services 333 South Grand Ave Lansing, MI 48913

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YS Job Posting
by Christine Hage 14 Jun '18

14 Jun '18

*Job Announcement* *Rochester Hills Public Library* *Youth Services Salaried Librarian* *Position:* Youth Services Librarian *Supervisor: *Betsy Raczkowski, Youth Services Manager *Salary: *$20.86 an hour, pro-rated vacation, sick, holidays, disability, pension, opt in to medical, dental and vision coverage. *Schedule: *22.5 hours per week, regularly (includes evening and weekend hours) *Dates*: Deadline for applications: July 9, 2018 Interviews anticipated: July 13 – 14, 2018 Decision anticipated by: July 14, 2018 Starting date: ASAP *Application:* Please complete the *application online at (www.rhpl.org/jobs <http://www.rhpl.org/jobs>) and attach a* *resume, cover letter, and responses to questions at the end of this posting*. *Primary Job Duties:* · Provide comprehensive library service to individuals and groups, both inside and outside the library. · Provide reference assistance and reader’s advisory to patrons of all ages and abilities. · Evaluate and select print and electronic resources for children through grade 8 · Program planning and implementation for children, birth through grade 8. · Instruction in use of the library and the resources offered · Webpage development and maintenance · Work with other Youth Services staff in the creation of new programs, projects and materials *Required Qualifications:* · Master’s degree in Library Science or Early Childhood Development · Skill in planning and presenting developmentally appropriate programs for children · Ability to prioritize tasks and duties and work independently · High level of energy and self-motivation to create new services · Strong familiarity with juvenile reading materials and genre collections · Full range of internet skills and experience, as well as MSOffice and other Windows software · Strong oral and written communication skills · Willingness to maintain a flexible schedule in order to implement programming · Willingness to seek out and complete appropriate grant applications · Willingness to participate in professional associations *Desirable Qualifications:* · Experience with Polaris · Experience in a public library setting · Experience with grant writing This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications; it is intended to describe the major responsibilities and requirements of this position. Please respond to the following questions and include those responses with your resume and RHPL application. 1. Why do you want to work with young children? 1. We offer many program for young children and their adult caregiver. What kinds of programs would you suggest we add to enhance our youth offerings? 1. If I were to duplicate a typical week of your reading choices, what would I be reading? (By choices, I mean just about everything short of cereal boxes.) 1. In a field of strong candidates, what makes you stand out? 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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Position closes Sunday, June 17! Chief of Staff-Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library, KS
by Jobeth Bradbury 14 Jun '18

14 Jun '18

CHIEF OF STAFF - TOPEKA & SHAWNEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY If you are curious about what it would be like to be a leader at a Star Library and Library Journal/Gale's 2016 Library of the year, read on! We are seeking a stellar Chief of Staff who is committed to sparking curiosity and connections through literacy and learning in Topeka and Shawnee County, Kansas. The Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library <https://tscpl.org/> seeks an experienced leader to serve as Chief of Staff and position the library to help transform the lives of its citizens through its five community impact goals. The Chief of Staff holds the primary responsibility of the day-to-day monitoring and ongoing coordination of strategic operational and administrative functions-and daily collaboration with other departments throughout the system. This award-winning Library has a 21st-century landmark building featuring the Alice C. Sabatini Gallery, the Millennium Café and the Chandler "Booktique" (bookstore and gift shop). The Library is governed by a 10-member Board of Trustees, supported by a stellar staff of 220, an $18.1 million annual operating budget, strong digital services, and committed community outreach. More than 3,000 people walk through its doors daily and check out more than 2.5 million items each year. The library's mobile services travel across the county and provide services to 55 senior living facilities, 80 preschools and many homebound customers. The library also serves customers through a 24/7 digital branch. The library offers state-of-the art technology, youth programs that encourage learning and reading, accessibility services addressing the needs of older readers and persons with disabilities, and reference and research tools. It has something for everyone. Topeka<https://www.topeka.org/> (the state capital and third largest city in Kansas) is in the heart of Shawnee County along the Kansas River and is a thriving seat of government, education, cultural events and entrepreneurial spirit. Last year, Kiplinger Finance Magazine designated Topeka one of the top ten cities for the next decade. Neighborhoods, schools, civic and cultural activities, and economic incentives combine to make Topeka one of the best small metros in the United States with an overall cost of living more than 10 percent below the national urban area average. There are 60,000 university students within a 60-mile radius of Topeka, including Topeka's own Washburn University flanked by Kansas University to the east and Kansas State University to the west. The city draws young talent to make up a diverse and highly skilled workforce and add to its vibrancy and appeal. The arts are alive and well in Topeka with more than 20 galleries, performing and visual artist venues and the NOTO Arts District that offers studio space and display opportunities in a collaborative environment. Topeka's Momentum 2022<https://www.gotopeka.com/momentum2022/> plan has instilled a can-do attitude in our community. With more than 30,000 people working in the downtown area daily, there's momentum for new businesses, retail, restaurants, events and community pride! Responsibilities. The Chief of Staff reports directly to the library's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and leads operational and administrative functions for Collections, Community & Strategic Services, Facilities, Public Services and Safety & Security while encouraging high performance and accountability. This position assists the CEO and Management Council ensuring that services and resources align with organizational priorities and are reflective of, and responsive to, identified community needs. By using appropriate leadership practices, measuring performance expectations, adjusting outputs/outcomes to meet the changing priorities and conditions internally and externally, and working side by side with the library's Leadership Team to provide professional development activities for staff, the Chief of Staff will help lead the library into the future. See Library Links<http://www.bradburymiller.com/tscpllinks.htm> for more information about the Library, the position and the community. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree and extensive experience managing a library or similar organization and five years of supervisory experience including three years of experience supervising managers or supervisor level staff. A Master's degree in library or information science from a program accredited by the American Library Association is preferred. Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the job may be considered. Desired skills and attributes include: comprehensive knowledge of library organization and professional library principles; ability to evaluate library systems and programs and to develop and implement new or improved methods; skill in coaching, conflict resolution and leading individuals and teams creating a culture of trust and collaboration; ability to provide leadership and guidance throughout the organization and promote the values set forth in the library's mission statement and core values; ability to communicate effectively under various circumstances orally and in writing; and ability to function effectively in a team-oriented environment. Compensation. The hiring salary range is $75,000 - $94,120 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<http://ww.bradburymiller.com/>. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to Dan Bradbury<mailto:DanBradbury@BradburyMiller.com>. This position closes June 17, 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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Cassette Cases
by Elizabeth Appleton 13 Jun '18

13 Jun '18

Hi Everyone, We have 10 - 16 cassette tape cases, and 1-18 cassette tape case up for grabs if anyone would like them. Please send me your RIDES number, and I will get them out as soon as we can! Thank you! Elizabeth Appleton Technical Services Supervisor St. Joseph Public Library 500 Market Street St. Joseph MI 49085 (269) 983-7167

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Seed Libraries and Documentaries
by Michael Howey 13 Jun '18

13 Jun '18

Hello Everybody! This is a question for the libraries that have seed libraries. Have any of you shown documentaries about the importance of seed diversity, such as Seed: The Untold Story or Open Sesame: The Story of Seeds, as a way to educate and promote the seed library? If so, how were they attended? Thanks for your help!! -- Mick Howey Adult Services & Outreach Librarian Ph. 248.246.3724 Royal Oak Public <https://www.google.com/maps/place/222+W+Eleven+Mile+Rd,+Royal+Oak,+MI+48067…> Library <https://www.google.com/maps/place/222+W+Eleven+Mile+Rd,+Royal+Oak,+MI+48067…> 222 East 11 Mile Road <https://www.google.com/maps/place/222+W+Eleven+Mile+Rd,+Royal+Oak,+MI+48067…> Royal Oak, Mi 48067 <https://www.google.com/maps/place/222+W+Eleven+Mile+Rd,+Royal+Oak,+MI+48067…> michaelh(a)ropl.org ReThink RO <https://www.romi.gov/1231/Rethink-RO>

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