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Fwd: [MeLCat] MeLCat is 13 years old today!
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 10 Jan '18

10 Jan '18

Congratulations MeLCat Libraries . . . it’s MeLCat’s 13th birthday! MeLCat went live on January 10, 2005 when a West Bloomfield patron requested Alice Starmore’s “The Celtic collection: Twenty-five knitwear designs for men and women” from Bloomfield Township Public Library. Since that day 13 years ago: * over 430 libraries have joined * patrons have made over 11 million requests * the annual fill rate has reached 91.9% None of that would be possible without the hard work of hundreds of library staff across the state. Everyone contributes. We’ve seen items go between the far corners of the state . . . from Ironwood Carnegie Library to Monroe County Library System’s Luna Pier branch, from the Blissfield branch of Schultz-Holmes Memorial Library to Calumet Public School, from Three Oaks Township Public Library to Bayliss Public Library, and from Pickford Community Library to Reading Community Library. We expect to see the large public and academic libraries lending to the smaller libraries; they just have bigger collections. But a surprising amount of material has been lent by small K12 libraries to the largest public and academic libraries. Everyone contributes. The MCLS MeLCat staff thanks every one of you for making MeLCat the success that it is. Happy birthday to us all. Megan Dudek MeL Catalog Training & Support Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) (800) 530-9019 ext 153 [book]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [ter] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [cid:image003.png@01D389EF.F59BE4E0] <http://www.mcls.org/> _______________________________________________ Melcat mailing list Melcat(a)mcls.org<mailto:Melcat@mcls.org> http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/melcat

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Please forward this message to your reading club coordinators!
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 10 Jan '18

10 Jan '18

Hello, Just a note to remind libraries across Michigan that the Library of Michigan has purchased a 3 year contract (and an option to renew) with Demco for Wandoo Reader. Here is a link to the original demo of Wandoo Reader for MI Libraries: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/720916075562255107 (They do ask you register to login & watch) If you're interested in offering the online reading club database to your community than you can complete the site request form (I will email you a link if you have permission from your library director) and Wandoo Reader will get you a login within a week or two. Wandoo Reader can be used for any style reading club you wish to create - 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten, Adult Winter Reads, Teen Groups, etc. Please check out the intro webinar above and check with your director to sign up for an account. Demco is offering 1st Wednesday of the Month trainings as well as individual library assistance. CSLP Updates for Summer Reading * I've been forwarding the newsletters to this list, so I hope you've had a chance to catch-up on those. If not, December's issue<https://us13.campaign-archive.com/?e=&u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405&id=c19fd8…> is available online. * 4 Easy Ways to Get the Most Out of Your CSLP Online Manual<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9y_o1DAvCEk> - take a few minutes to watch this video and don't forget to login to CSLP to access your online manual! * Seeking themes for 2020 and 2021! Please complete this form<https://goo.gl/forms/1kLwIetIXOKugwAo1> with any suggestions this week! This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Thank you, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/>

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Library group fundraising
by Joann Crater 10 Jan '18

10 Jan '18

Hi.Our library photography group is exploring the idea of making a calendar of their photos and selling them as a fundraiser.Does anyone have good thoughts or experiences with this....or bad? Please share. Joann Crater Director Hudson Carnegie District Library (zv170) 205 S. Market St. Hudson MI 49247 517-448-3801 director(a)hudsoncdl.org

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IMLS Presents New Strategic Plan for 2018-2022
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 10 Jan '18

10 Jan '18

FYI from the Institute of Museum and Libraries about their new strategic plan. Karren Reish reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> 517-241-0021 From: IMLS [mailto:imlsnews@imls.gov] Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2018 12:15 PM To: Reish, Karren (MDE) <ReishK(a)michigan.gov> Subject: IMLS Presents New Strategic Plan for 2018-2022 Vision Will Focus on Advancing Museums, Libraries, and Their Communities Having trouble viewing this email? 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Transforming Communities<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k9-RWWY-bdxbvU30qdJ0qH7LlynINeu-EgmjGhz9eyyS…>, the IMLS Strategic Plan 2018-2022, [PDF, 4.59 MB] frames how IMLS will advance, support, and empower America's libraries, museums, and the communities they serve. "Museums and libraries provide Americans with access to vital collections, information, and opportunities that can be life-changing," said IMLS Director Dr. Kathryn K. Matthew. "We hope this strategic vision will open up new conversations, inspire meaningful collaboration, and help museums and libraries improve the well-being of their communities." The new plan outlines four strategic goals that will underpin the agency's programs and services: 1. Promote Lifelong Learning: IMLS supports learning and literacy for people of all ages through museums and libraries. 2. Build Capacity: IMLS strengthens the capacity of museums and libraries to improve the well-being of their communities. 3. Increase Public Access: IMLS makes strategic investments that increase access to information, ideas, and networks through libraries and museums. 4. Achieve Excellence: IMLS strategically aligns its resources and relationships to support libraries and museums nationwide. Developed with input from a wide variety of community stakeholders, as well as IMLS leadership, staff, and board members, the agency invites a continuation of the conversation through three Twitter chats: January 17, 24, and 31, focusing on learning, capacity building, and access. Please see the IMLS website<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001k9-RWWY-bdxbvU30qdJ0qH7LlynINeu-EgmjGhz9eyyS…> for more details. IMLS will assess the agency's progress in achieving the goals and objectives framed in the strategic plan, revising it accordingly over the next five years. 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Envelopes
by Miriam Andrus 10 Jan '18

10 Jan '18

If any Library has extra envelopes we would greatly appreciate some. We are completely out... of every size. ZV535 Thanks! Miriam Andrus, Director Big Rapids Community Library 426 S. Michigan Ave. Big Rapids, MI 49307 231-796-1055 www.bigrapids.lib.mi.us

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Branch Services Youth Librarian I - Kalamazoo Public Library job announcement
by Terry New 10 Jan '18

10 Jan '18

Kalamazoo Public Library is seeking a creative and energetic librarian who possesses a passion for serving and influencing tween and teen populations within our district. Come serve alongside team members committed to extraordinary levels of service through patron engagement, diverse collections, innovative programming and growing outreach into our community. See our website<http://www.kpl.gov/jobs/> for more information and application instructions. -- Terry M. New, SPHR, SHRM-SCP Human Resources Manager Kalamazoo Public Library 269-553-7931 | TerryN(a)kpl.gov<mailto:TerryN@kpl.gov> | www.kpl.gov<http://www.kpl.gov/> [Description: KPL-logo]

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Press Release/FYI
by Jane Reiter 10 Jan '18

10 Jan '18

Hello Please find attached the press release for my public library event next month---Many thanks! Jane -- Jane Reiter Research & Instruction Librarian Davenport University Lansing Campus, 517-367-8233

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Novi Public Library Employment Opportunity - Youth Programming Assistant, part-time
by Marcia Dominick 10 Jan '18

10 Jan '18

*EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:* *Position: Youth Programming Assistant, Part-time* Here is your opportunity to work at a great library with a fun staff. Join our team and work collaboratively to provide story times for children and families both in the library and through outreach. Support the Library’s goals of providing quality programs for infants through tweens. *Primary Duties & Responsibilities:* 1. Plan, prepare, and execute weekly story times (with the assistance of the Youth Librarians) including the gathering of necessary resources, development of weekly themes, and designing weekly handouts. 2. Assist in the planning, preparation, execution, and evaluation of various programs for Youth and Tweens including the promotion of Library services and programs by visiting schools, participating in community events, and partnering with community groups. 3. Create displays for Youth area that are of interest to children and their parents/caregivers providing a welcoming and engaging atmosphere. 4. Develop professionally, on a continuing basis, by expanding knowledgebase and skill set in the field of early childhood development. 5. Provide readers’ advisory service to youth and teens, and their parents. *Other Duties & Responsibilities:* 1. Ability to adapt and respond to multiple priorities, interruptions and demands, and resolve problem situations in a positive manner. 2. Work positively and collaboratively across departments to accomplish department goals. 3. Communicate effectively with patrons, co-workers, and professional colleagues. 4. Perform other duties as assigned. *Job Qualifications:* 1. Bachelor’s Degree in Education preferred. 2. Knowledge of youth literature. 3. Experience in youth and tween programming. 4. Dedication to public service. 5. Enthusiastic, friendly, approachable, and creative. 6. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. 7. Knowledge of Internet and computer related technology. 8. Excellent oral and written communication skills. *Working Environment:* 1. Physical mobility, vision, hearing, and manual dexterity essential. 2. Maintain physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, bending, and /or walking for extended periods of time; stooping; crouching; reaching; carrying books or boxes of books; pushing book carts; seeing; keyboarding; using the telephone; lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; push or pull with wheeled cart up to 50 pounds; operating assigned equipment; picking up litter; spreading ice melt. 3. Evening and weekend hours are required. *Salary: *$13.71 per hour *Hours:* 23 hours per week – Suggested Schedule: - Monday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. - Tuesday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. - Wednesday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. - Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 *Benefits:* Time benefits (vacation, personal business, and sick) based on a part-time employee formula. *Application:* - Resume, cover letter and application required - Available at: http://www.novilibrary.org/About-Us/Employment-Volunteering.aspx - Send to: Marcia Dominick, Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Road Novi, Michigan 48375 - E-mail: mdominick(a)novilibrary.org *Deadline: *Until filled Regards, Marcia Dominick [image: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: New Logo 1 inch rgb for web]*Marcia Dominick* | Administrative Assistant Novi Public Library |45255 West Ten Mile Road | Novi, MI 48375 Phone 248-869-7211|Fax 248-349-6520 www.novilibrary.org *Inform. Inspire. Include.*

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In Search of New Assistant Director for Public Service-Traverse City, MI
by Hannah Davis 10 Jan '18

10 Jan '18

*ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR PUBLIC SERVICE* TRAVERSE AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY TRAVERSE CITY, MICHIGAN The Traverse Area District Library in Traverse City, Michigan, is searching for an experienced, enthusiastic professional to serve as Assistant Director for Public Service. The successful candidate will oversee several departments, branches, and functions of the system and provide support to the Library Director. Located in one of Michigan’s most desirable regions, the Traverse City area is the home of Northwestern Michigan College, Interlochen Center for the Arts, the Traverse City Film Festival, the National Cherry Festival and Munson Medical Center. The Traverse Area District Library serves a population of 92,000. The staff of 75 (50 FTE) is partially unionized. The main library and two branches, with a total budget of $5.2 million, and its three contractual libraries, circulate over 1,000,000 items annually. The position requires a Master’s Degree in Library Science or equivalent ALA accredited degree, and five years of library administrative experience. Salary range: $68,000- $72,000. Excellent benefits. Additional information about the library as well as the complete job description can be found at www.tadl.org and about the area at http://www.co.grand-traverse.mi.us and http://www.visittraversecity.com/ To apply, send cover letter, TADL application (available at: ( https://www.tadl.org/sites/default/files/31/employment_application_-_update…) and resume, including three references, to Human Resources, Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere Ave., Traverse City, MI 49686; or, by email to hdavis(a)tadl.org with “Assistant Director for Public Service” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but those received by February 6, 2018, will receive first consideration. Please see the attached job description. Thank you, Hannah Davis Business Manager Traverse Area District Library

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Free padded envelopes
by Kat Lightfoot 10 Jan '18

10 Jan '18

Houghton Lake Public Library has a box of various size padded mailing envelopes available. If interested, please reply with your Rides code, The box will go to the first to reply. -- "Outside of a dog, a book is man's best friend. Inside of a dog, it's too dark to read."--Groucho Marx

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