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Free MeL webinar - MeL Statistics for Patron's Research - Mar 28, 3:30pm Eastern
by David Votta 21 Mar '18

21 Mar '18

In both private and public sectors statistics through demographic information and government data sets are used to conduct and improve research. If your patrons are entrepreneurs, your local municipality, or students they need access and the knowledge of how to leverage this information. Please join us on March 28 at 3:30pm Eastern for a 30-minute webinar focused on how you can access and utilize these vital resources. Registration is free and open to all Michigan library staff, educators, and other interested users. Read more and register for this webinar<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/mel-databases-mel-statistics-for-patrons-r…>. https://store.mcls.org/index.php/mel-databases-mel-statistics-for-patrons-r… This webinar will be recorded, and made available on demand anytime. http://mcls.org/mel/mel-training-events/ MeL training is funded in part by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Additional service support comes from the Federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) via the Institute of Museum and Library Services<http://www.imls.gov/> (IMLS). [IMLS logo.png] Please share. David David Votta Community Engagement Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Phone: (800) 530-9019 ext 122 [id:image001.png@01D31B4A.897DA8C0]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [id:image002.png@01D31B4A.897DA8C0] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [id:image003.png@01D31B4A.897DA8C0] <http://www.mcls.org/> "For every complex problem there is an answer which is clear, simple, and wrong." -H.L. Mencken

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Deadline! Library of Michigan LSTA Public Library Services Grant applications due March 26th
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 21 Mar '18

21 Mar '18

A reminder that the applications for the summer quick grants for public libraries are due next Monday, March 26th no later than 5:00 PM EST. We hope to see a proposal from you! Karren >>>>>>>> The Library of Michigan is pleased to announce the second year of the Library Services & Technology Act (LSTA) summer quick grant program for public libraries. The application deadline is Monday, March 26th at 5:00 PM EST. This program provides funding for public libraries to develop a summer program and purchase materials and supplies for that program. There are three selected program topics - technology, children & teens and literacy. Funding is intended to supplement local services. The grant review will focus on small projects that improve community services and are aligned with the LSTA priorities. The LSTA priorities are for targeting library services to individuals of diverse geographic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, to individuals with disabilities, individuals with limited functional literacy or information skills and expanding services for learning and access to information. The grant period is from June to August 2018. Grants will be from $500 to $2,000. Funding is by reimbursement. Eligible applicants are Michigan public libraries that are legally established and currently eligible for state aid. Branch libraries may apply individually. Detailed information on the grant program, including the program timeline, applicant eligibility, and the APPLICATION LINK is available at www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> in the Public Library Services grant section. Please read the Program Application Information<http://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/lm_LSTA_2017_Small_Gran…> before applying. Please contact me at 517-241-0021 or reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> with questions on the program. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> 517-241-0021 www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> www.michigan.gov/sl21<http://www.michigan.gov/sl21> Each April, Michigan celebrates the Month of the Young Child(r). Go to www.miaeyc.org<http://www.miaeyc.org> to learn more. [Description: Description: cid:image001.jpg@01CBED4E.B36258B0]

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2018 Summer Pen Pal Program
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 20 Mar '18

20 Mar '18

FYI - Please excuse any cross-posting. Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: From: "Shea, Shana" <shea(a)townofwindsorct.com<mailto:shea@townofwindsorct.com>> Date: March 19, 2018 at 11:33:51 AM EDT To: "'alsc-l(a)lists.ala.org<mailto:alsc-l@lists.ala.org>'" <alsc-l(a)lists.ala.org<mailto:alsc-l@lists.ala.org>> Subject: [alsc-l] 2018 Summer Pen Pal Program Reply-To: "Shea, Shana" <shea(a)townofwindsorct.com<mailto:shea@townofwindsorct.com>> For the 2017 Summer Reading program I coordinated a pen pal program among Children’s/Youth Services Departments across the United States. We had approximately 50 libraries sign up. We are doing it again this summer so I’m sending out this google form and the below description to see if other libraries are interested in participating this summer. Google Form https://goo.gl/forms/zZMYkWXhjxuf2RB23 Children are encouraged to participate every time they visit by drawing pictures and writing general letters about what it’s like to be a kid where they live. We’re not looking to do one-on-one exchanges between children, because there’s no guarantee of continued participation and we don’t want any kids getting heartbroken because of someone else’s inability to regularly participate. In the case of my library I have a bulletin board space where I hang the letters and pictures we receive and place a mailbox for our patrons to place the letters/cards/pictures they want to send. I periodically gather those items and send them off to other participating libraries. We also kept track of where we got letters from on a map with flag pins. This year I’ve proposed the option to libraries about whether they wish to mail freely or have an assigned partner library. Please fill out the google form if you’re interested in participating, and please feel free to email me if you have any questions. Thank you! Shana Shea Head of Children’s Services 860-285-1917 Windsor Public Library www.windsorlibrary.com<http://www.windsorlibrary.com/>

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News on Scholastic Road Trip, CSLP partner: #PLA2018
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 20 Mar '18

20 Mar '18

Subject: [Statereps] Please share: Announcing the winners of the Scholastic RV Road Trip sweepstakes! At PLA! [https://ci6.googleusercontent.com/proxy/8PUTr0mZIU1RPY9397KbKCCQ646AQKu1U2k…] Stop by and visit us at Booth 1054 on Thursday, 3/22 at 12:00pm to share in the excitement as we announce the four winners of this year's CSLP and Scholastic RV Road Trip sweepstakes. When you visit us, please make sure to pick up a Libraries Rock brochure. It includes a special curated list of books and collections at fantastic prices that will keep children reading this summer. [https://ci6.googleusercontent.com/proxy/S_0V7qBAEchoHJjxrdH56VteFHby-lDuzGC…] We look forward to seeing you at PLA! [https://ci4.googleusercontent.com/proxy/sMiYUbab_k2e-c_Toj5tyEtqQCWCk9L8z9i…] _______________________________________________ http://cslpreads.org/mailman/listinfo/statereps_cslpreads.org

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Inquiry Re: ALA Annual Conference 2018
by Julia Eisenstein 20 Mar '18

20 Mar '18

If any of you are in public library HR or library directors with experience negotiating salaries *and *you are attending ALA Annual in New Orleans, would you please contact me off list? We have a program that may need your expertise. Thanks! -- Julia Eisenstein Associate Librarian University of Detroit Mercy Chair, ALA-APA Committee on Salaries and Status of Library Workers

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Memorial for Michael Teague Orblych
by Barbara Kriigel 20 Mar '18

20 Mar '18

Dear friends and colleagues of Teague Orblych, On Friday, April 6, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., a memorial will be held to celebrate the life of Michael (Teague) Orblych, Research Education Coordinator and Social Sciences Librarian at the University of Michigan-Dearborn’s Mardigian Library. The memorial will be held in the Berkowitz Gallery, 3rd floor Mardigian Library. Are you interested in sharing a memory or short story about Teague at the memorial? If so, contact either Nadine Anderson (nfanders(a)umich.edu) or Jamie Wraight (jwraight(a)umich.edu) If you cannot attend or don’t wish to speak, a memory book is being compiled for the family. Please send your favorite thoughts, stories, or memories to Nadine or Jamie. Teague received his Bachelor in General Studies at the University of Michigan in 1991 and his Master of Library and Information Science in 1999 from Wayne State University. He worked as an Assistant Librarian at the University of Detroit Mercy from 2000 to 2001. Teague joined the Mardigian library in 2001 as an Assistant Librarian and worked his way to Librarian in 2014. During his 17 years at the Mardigian Library, Teague impacted many students with his passion and dedication. As our Social Sciences Librarian, he was passionate about teaching and supporting students. As our Research Education Coordinator, he provided valuable leadership, expertise, and experience. He was known in the library and across campus as a respected collaborator in teaching and research, as well as a valuable member of our community. Teague’s passion for information literacy along with his publications, presentations, and leadership enriched the field of academic librarianship. Most of all, we will remember him as a great person who made us laugh. We are establishing an endowed scholarship in Teague’s memory for UM-Dearborn students. To contribute, contact Eva Gogola by email at egronows(a)umich.edu or by phone at 313-593-5495 <(313)%20593-5495>. Please share this with anyone you feel may wish to attend the memorial, share a memory, or contribute to the scholarship. Regards, The Mardigian Library Staff

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UPCOMING WORKSHOP -- Archives 101 - March 30
by HSM Main 20 Mar '18

20 Mar '18

Upcoming Workshop . Friday, March 30 Archives 101 with Meghan Courtney, Wayne State University <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website. Designed for small organizations that struggle with how to preserve and organize archival materials in their collections, this workshop reviews proper storage and handling of collections, basic arrangement techniques, and affordable solutions for supplies and enclosures. The session will also address how to organize materials to make them accessible to researchers. Participants can "attend" remotely, if they prefer. See our website for full details. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website. _____ 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 Future History Skills Workshops <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Visit our website for full descriptions of each workshop. Tuesday, March 27 Special Off-Site Workshop in L'Anse Fading Photos: How to Identify, Scan, Restore, and Archive Historical Photographs Wednesday, March 28 Special Off-Site Workshop in Escanaba Taming the Chaos: Collections Management for Small Museums Thursday, March 29 Special Off-Site Workshop in St. Ignace What Do We Do With This Stuff? Deaccessioning, Found Items, and Unclaimed Loans Wednesday, April 4 Special Off-Site Workshop in Grand Rapids Archives 101 Participants can "attend" remotely, if they prefer. See our website for full details. (Remote access is not available for off-site workshops.) Workshops are held from 9 a.m. to noon at the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, Michigan (unless otherwise noted). Off-site workshops are held 1-4 p.m. If you are a personal member of HSM or represent an organization that itself is a member of the Society, registration is $39. Registration for non-members is $79 and includes a one-year HSM Individual Level 1 [Basic] membership. 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.

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Job Posting: Davenport University - Research and Instruction Librarian
by Karen McLaughlin 20 Mar '18

20 Mar '18

Davenport University has an opening for a Research and Instruction Librarian <https://davenport.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=1&id=442> at our Grand Rapids Campus. If you have additional questions, please feel free to contact me. -- Karen McLaughlin Director of Library Services Davenport University 6191 Kraft Avenue, S.E. Grand Rapids, MI 49512 616-554-5655 (Direct)

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Box of Assorted Packaging Envelopes - Spoken For
by Jessica Bostian 20 Mar '18

20 Mar '18

Michigan Library Community, Hello again! Our box of envelopes has already been spoken for! Thank you and have a great day! -- Jessica Bostian Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library 211 N. Almont Avenue Imlay City, MI 48444 810-724-8043

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Box of Assorted Packaging Envelopes Available
by Jessica Bostian 20 Mar '18

20 Mar '18

Michigan Library Community, Hello! We have a box of assorted (used) packaging envelopes available to the first library that responds with their name and 'zv #'. Thank you! -- Jessica Bostian Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library 211 N. Almont Avenue Imlay City, MI 48444 810-724-8043

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