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2018 RLC - Registration Deadline is APRIL 1! Full Session Descriptions Included
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 29 Mar '18

29 Mar '18

Greetings! For a complete list of sessions, check out our Session List<https://www.solutionwhere.com/WW/lom/FileUploads/14_LM_2018_RLC_Session_Des…>. (https://www.solutionwhere.com/WW/lom/FileUploads/14_LM_2018_RLC_Session_Des…) This is the last week 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 next month! Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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calculator rolls spoken for
by Chris Cook 29 Mar '18

29 Mar '18

Found a home; thanks. Chris Cook Assistant Director Big Rapids Community Library 426 So. Michigan Avenue | Big Rapids, MI 49307 231.796.5234, x2005 | 231.796.1078 fax "This institution is an equal opportunity provider". "TRS users may dial 711 for service".

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Apollo ILS by Biblionix
by Oscoda County Library 29 Mar '18

29 Mar '18

Good afternoon: I am hoping some of you use Apollo as your ILS, if so would you be willing to contact me off list and let me know your thoughts. I am looking for both positive and negative. Thanks in advance. Amy -- Amy Knepp, Director Oscoda County Library 430 W. Eighth Street Mio, MI 48647 TEL: 989-826-3613 TAX: 989-826-5461 http://www.oscoda.lib.mi.us

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County Libraries and Cherry LAN Software
by Oscoda County Library 29 Mar '18

29 Mar '18

Good morning: I am wondering if any county libraries use Cherry LAN software to store files. If you do would you please let me know your thoughts good and bad. Thanks in advance. Amy -- Amy Knepp, Director Oscoda County Library 430 W. Eighth Street Mio, MI 48647 TEL: 989-826-3613 TAX: 989-826-5461 http://www.oscoda.lib.mi.us

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ALA News for March 27, 2018
by Steven Bowers 29 Mar '18

29 Mar '18

ALA News for March 27, 2018 NEWS FROM THE AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION New national study reveals voter perceptions of libraries The Public Library Association (PLA), a division of the American Library Association (ALA), and the ALA Office for Library Advocacy, in partnership with OCLC, has released a report, From Awareness to Funding: Voter Perceptions and Support of Public Libraries in 2018. The research updates OCLC’s seminal 2008 study that explored voter perceptions, use and attitudes toward public libraries, librarians, and library funding. http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2018/03/new-national-study-reveals-v… Public Library Association brings Short Story Dispensers to U.S. public libraries At the Public Library Association’s (PLA) 2018 conference, PLA announced a new partnership with community publisher Short Edition to promote reading and literary joy through public libraries in four U.S. communities. The joint project also will encourage diverse writers to share their work through Short Edition’s digital content platform while promoting library programs and services for readers and writers of all ages. http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2018/03/public-library-association-b… Libraries offer a wealth of personal finance programs during Money Smart Week®, April 21 - 28, 2018 >From April 21-28, 2018, more than 1,000 of our nation’s libraries will be participating in Money Smart Week®. Library events will focus on such diverse financial issues as first-time home buying, obtaining renovation loans, preparing a personal spending plan, the property tax appeal process, evaluating financial aid packages, choosing the proper Medicare plan and the basics of wills and trusts. Libraries are also offering programs that week on options for tax-free savings and charitable tax strategies. http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2018/03/libraries-offer-wealth-perso… 2018 ALA ANNUAL CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION Jose Antonio Vargas selected as ALA President's Program speaker http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/03/jose-antonio-vargas-selected-al… AWARDS AND GRANTS John Cotton Dana Award deadline extended http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/03/john-cotton-dana-award-deadline… Public Library Association honors eleven individuals and public libraries with awards and grants http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/03/public-library-association-hono… State Historical Society of Iowa wins John Sessions Memorial Award http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/03/state-historical-society-iowa-w… Mader wins 2018 ACRL/IS Miriam Dudley Instruction Librarian Award http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/03/mader-wins-2018-acrlis-miriam-d… Anne Mlod, JoAnna Schofield and Lisa Von Drasek receive 2018 Bechtel Fellowships http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2018/03/anne-mlod-joanna-schofield-a… Mitchell, Watstein awarded Isadore Gilbert Mudge Award http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/03/mitchell-watstein-awarded-isado… Toledo Lucas County Public Library awarded for excellence in reference services http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/03/toledo-lucas-county-public-libr… New Carrollton Library receives 2018 Light the Way Grant http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/03/new-carrollton-library-receives… ALA PUBLICATIONS March issue of Information Technology and Libraries (ITAL) now available http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/03/march-2018-ital-issue-published A decade of studies reviewed in School Library Research volume 21 opening article http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/03/decade-studies-reviewed-school-… ONLINE LEARNING Music Collection Development for Every Librarian http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/03/new-ecourse-music-collection-de… Collaborating with Teens to Build Better Library Programs http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/03/new-iteration-collaborating-tee… LLAMA webinar: Project Management - Tips, Tools & Tricks for Every Type and Size of Library http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/03/llama-webinar-project-managemen… How to Deliver Great Library Customer Service http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/03/new-session-how-deliver-great-l… Strategic Planning Made Easy http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2018/03/new-workshop-strategic-planning…

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Job Posting - Collection Development - Specialist Muskegon Area District Library
by Jeri Wonders 29 Mar '18

29 Mar '18

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for the administration of collection services operations directly supporting branch operations. Ensures the efficient and effective coordination of physical and electronic resources. **See attached for full posting.**

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$500 Scholarship Available for ARSL 2018 and NLM Pre-Conference
by White, Shannon (MDE) 28 Mar '18

28 Mar '18

The Association for Rural & Small Libraries (ARSL) has received money from The National Library of Medicine, to encourage librarians from small and rural libraries to attend a pre-conference at the 2018 annual fall conference to be held in Springfield, IL. The Library of Michigan is assisting in the awarding of the scholarships by facilitating the application and choice of one current Michigan public library staff member to receive the $500 to help cover travel and registration to the events. Applicants must be from a library serving fewer than 25,000. The recipient must agree to attend both the pre-conference, described below, on September 12 and the full ARSL conference on Sept. 13, 14 and 15. The cost for the health pre-conference is $75 and the full conference rates will begin at $275 for members. Information about the ARSL Conference can be found at https://arsl.info/2018-conference/ National Library of Medicine Pre-Conference - September 12, 2018 Stand Up for Health: Health and Wellness Services for Your Community Description: Health information is the number two most searched for information online. This pre-conference will review core competencies of providing health and wellness services, coach you through understanding your community's needs, and explore how to create fun and informative health-related programming for different age groups and special populations. Participants will learn about core reference and other materials, tips for helping library users evaluate health materials, and an action plan to put your new expertise to work. At the end of this session, participants will: 1: Gain increased confidence in providing English/Spanish health reference; teaching users how to recognize the elements of trustworthy materials and the warning signs of dubious health information; and selecting authoritative health information appropriate for diverse users 2: Evaluate the quality of health information in a variety of formats and apply criteria for collection development of consumer health materials 3: Be able to plan health-related programming and events that will appeal to your community This session requires 2 hours of pre-conference reading and a take-home assignment at the end to earn the full 12 CE credits. Attendees who complete all the work and earn the 12 CE credits will also receive a Consumer Health Information Specialization certification from the Medical Library Association. Attendees who choose not to complete all the required work may be eligible to receive a certificate of completion. Time: 9-5 with lunch and a refreshment break. Fee: $75. To apply for the $500 scholarship, please complete the form here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ARSL-NLM The application will close on April 4 at 10:00pm Eastern time. If you have questions about this application, please contact Shannon White at 517-373-1580 or whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:whites29@michigan.gov> Shannon White Library of Michigan www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.373.9489 Whites29(a)michigan.gov

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Local History Books
by Elizabeth Appleton 28 Mar '18

28 Mar '18

Hi Everyone: We received a donation of a few books that we have decided not to add to our local history room. They are: Side-Lights on Maryland History vol 1 and 2 by Hester Dorsey Richardson (reprint in 1997) Revolutionary Patriots of Anne Arundel County, Maryland by Henry C. Penden, Jr. (published in 1992) The Founders of Anne Arundel and Howard Counties, Maryland by J.D. Warfield (published 1995) The Dorsey Family by Maxwell J. Dorsey (reprinted in 2000) Baptisms and Burials from the Records of Christ Church, Philadelphia, 1709-1760 compiled by Charles R. Hildeburn (reprinted in 1995) Anne Arundel County Church Records of the 17th and 18th Centuries by F. Edward Wright (reprinted in 1994) If you have further questions about the items, or are interested in specific books please email me back with the titles and your RIDES number. Thanks! Elizabeth Appleton Technical Services Supervisor St. Joseph Public Library 500 Market Street St. Joseph MI 49085 (269) 983-7167

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Reminder: MLA 2018 Proposals due Saturday!
by Rachel Ash 28 Mar '18

28 Mar '18

MLA 2018 Annual Conference program and poster proposals are due this Sat. March 31. MLA 2018 Annual Conference October 17 - 19, 2018 Suburban Collection Showplace, Novi The MLA 2018 work group seeks a variety of program and poster proposals that will address topics representing the wide-range of professional responsibilities found in libraries. Library professionals interested in sharing their insights, experiences and knowledge are invited to submit a program or poster proposal for consideration. Presenting a breakout program is your opportunity to showcase best-practices, introduce creative new ideas and solutions to challenges facing Michigan libraries, or share your stories of successful collaborations or programs. We encourage participation from librarians, staff and administrators from all types of libraries! Are you working on a new project, but don't have results ready to present a formal program? Consider presenting a poster session, where you can discuss important topics with peers in an informal setting. A good poster session focuses on one main theme, presents useful information, and stimulates discussion. It's a great way to jump into presenting without building a full-blown program. Ready to submit your proposal? The submission form can be used for both program and poster proposals: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MLA2018Novi Visit MLA on the web for complete details<http://www.milibraries.org/prof-development-networking/annual-conference/ca…> or download the Call for Programs and Posters (pdf).<http://www.milibraries.org/assets/1/6/Call_for_Programs_and_Posters_AC_2018…> Questions? Contact MLA at 517-394-2774 or mla(a)milibraries.org<mailto:mla@milibraries.org> Rachel Ash Communications and Membership Coordinator Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way Ste. 100 Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: 517-394-2774 ext. 225 Fax: 517-394-2675 www.milibraries.org<http://www.milibraries.org/> Connect with us on social media: Facebook<facebook.com/michiganlibraryassociation> Twitter<twitter.com/mlaoffice> Instagram<instagram.com/michigan_library_association>

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title submissions for 2018 Libraries Read: 1 Book
by Jan Davidson 28 Mar '18

28 Mar '18

Thanks to all who have already begun submitting titles this year's Libraries Read: 1 Book! Keep those submissions coming! Libraries Read: 1 Book is an annual project of MCLS, a "library community read" focused on professional development. Library staff from all types of libraries are encouraged to participate by voting on which book should be selected, then participate in the discussion, whether online or in-person. We will join together, across state lines and library types, to read and discuss the same book. Submit titles for 2018 Libraries Read: 1 Book! Last year's process of inviting YOU, our community, to submit titles for consideration was such a success, we'd like to do it again! We hope that by opening the submission process to a wide group of library professionals, we'll discover the perfect book to read together! How this works: * Go to the Google title submission form<https://goo.gl/forms/DyQuSWQv3AULUpwn2> and submit one or two titles for consideration. Submissions will be accepted until Monday, April 16, 2018. * MCLS staff will consider all submissions and narrow the list to four titles. We will then ask for votes on our Facebook page in early May. We'll tally the votes and announce the selected title near the beginning of June. * Once the title has been selected, start reading! MCLS will announce the Twitter chat and other discussions to take place in August 2018. We look forward to getting your title submissions over the next couple of weeks! Read more here<https://www.mcls.org/engagement/libraries-read-1-book/>! https://www.mcls.org/engagement/libraries-read-1-book/ ********************** Jan Davidson Administrative Assistant, Member Engagement Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Phone: 517-492-3811 / toll-free 800-530-9019 x111 davidsonj(a)mcls.org<mailto:davidsonj@mcls.org> Check out the MCLS Training Calendar at: https://store.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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