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Director, Tecumseh (MI) District Library closes February 15
by Marianne Hartzell 12 Feb '18

12 Feb '18

Don’t miss this opportunity! Great community, staff and Board! >>> >>> >>> DIRECTOR –Tecumseh (Michigan) District Library >>> >>> Due to the retirement of the current director, the Board of Trustees of the Tecumseh (MI) District Library is seeking an accomplished and passionate librarian to serve as the next Director and leader of a committed team of staff and Board members. The Tecumseh District Library (TDL) serves a population of over 18,000 from a single facility with a staff of 13. The library is an independent governing authority and levies a tax of 1.35 mills for dedicated support, providing an operational budget of $864,000 and allowing for development of a fund balance. >>> >>> Tecumseh is a “small town with big ideas”; a place where something is always happening. Downtown Tecumseh is a mix of unique shops and restaurants where local festivals and other events happen virtually every weekend. Tecumseh is located in southeast Michigan, just south of Ann Arbor, and within easy driving distance to Detroit and Toledo. Affordable housing, quality schools, and the friendliness of a small town all contribute to an outstanding quality of living. The library enjoys great community support and the staff and trustees, with the support of the Friends of the Library, are committed to providing outstanding service. To learn more about the Tecumseh District Library visit: www.tecumsehlibrary.org; for more information about the city of Tecumseh visit: www.mytecumseh.org. >>> >>> Position requirements: a graduate degree in Library and Information Science from a program accredited by the American Library Association; and a minimum of five (5) years of post-degree employment in a public library, of which at least four (4) years have been in a management/supervisory position. In addition to excellent financial management abilities, the successful candidate will have outstanding verbal and written communication skills; a successful track-record of grant-writing/ fund development; a thorough understanding of library technology and applications; be a proven leader and motivator; be adept at developing effective working relationships within the library and the community; and have an open, inclusive management approach. A positive, professional demeanor with a good sense of humor is essential. >>> >>> For a complete position description visit: www.hartzell-mikaconsulting.com . >>> >>> Compensation: salary range mid $60s, dependent on qualifications; comprehensive benefit package including holiday and personal leave time; health and life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan. >>> >>> Applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled, but those received by 5 o’clock pm (ET) on February 19, 2018 will receive first consideration. Electronic submissions required. To apply, submit a cover letter, specifically addressing the position requirements, your resume, and the names, and contact information (including email address) of three (3) professional references to Marianne(a)hartzellmikaconsulting.com. >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> -- >>> Marianne Hartzell, Consultant >>> marianne(a)hartzell-mikaconsulting.com >>> Hartzell-Mika Consulting, LLC >>> P.O. Box 4396 >>> East Lansing, Michigan 48823 >>> phone: 517-719-3487 >>> fax: 517-324-3637

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Library of Michigan LSTA Public Library Services Grant 2018 application is open!
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 12 Feb '18

12 Feb '18

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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Library of Michigan LSTA Public Library Services Grant 2018 application is open!
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 12 Feb '18

12 Feb '18

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://w3.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/lm_LSTA_2017_Small_Grant…> 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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Program question
by Dave Ewick 10 Feb '18

10 Feb '18

Hi Everyone, Have any of you adapted the crazy game show "Silent Library" into a program? I think it would be a fun event to host but wondered if anyone else shared my idea and had some tips. What's that? Never heard of Silent Library? Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=silent+library I will happily summarize and post replies if you will send your ideas to me. Best, Dave David L. Ewick, MLS, MS City Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Southfield, Michigan 48076 248 796-4300 dewick(a)southfieldlibrary.org P Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail.

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2018 Radical Libraries, Archives, + Museums @ AMC Call for Proposals
by Shoshanna Wechter 10 Feb '18

10 Feb '18

Hello there! My name is Shoshanna Wechter and I’m a librarian at the Ypsilanti District Library. I’m sending out this Call for Proposal to solicit presentations for the 2018 Radical Libraries, Archives, + Museums track at the 20th Allied Media Conference, which takes place in Detroit, this June. If you have any questions, feel free to email me off list, or to any of the contact emails at the bottom of the Call for Proposals. Hope the weekend is treating you well! Shoshanna Ruth Wechter [cid:image001.jpg@01D3A27A.BE79A7B0] 2018 Allied Media Conference Radical Libraries, Archives, + Museums Libraries, archives, and museums do media-based work that educates, informs, and creates bridges to culture and technology. The Radical Libraries, Archives, + Museums (RadLAM) track will address a broad range of media-based organizing themes: envisioning libraries, archives, and museums as centers supporting movements for social equity; providing information and cultural heritage; and serving as places to explore how to use art, media, and technology for social transformation. Coordinators of this track are: Amanda Seppala, Bekezela Mguni, Celeste Â-Re, Irina Rogova, Jessea Young, Laurel Johnson, Linda Nguyễn, Nakenya Lewis-Yarbrough, Porchia Moore, Shoshanna Wechter, Sine Hwang Jensen, Tess Wilson, Veronica Leigh Milliner, Wit Lopez. We welcome proposals for sessions that will be accessible to participants of all professional backgrounds, and interpret the work of libraries, archives, and museums through the lens of media-based organizing<https://www.alliedmedia.org/media-based-organizing>. In previous years we have covered a range of subjects such as restorative justice practices in teen librarianship, community archives that center the narratives of people of color, and anti-racist pedagogy for museum education. We are especially interested in sessions that: · Provide interactive hands-on trainings, workshops, and skillbuilding for attendees; · Challenge traditional library, archive, and museum structures, institutions, and organizations; · Consider the role of librarians, archivists, and curators in strengthening the knowledge, culture, and collective memory of communities impacted by social and economic disparity and state-sanctioned violence; · Address racism, sexism, white supremacy, homophobia, transphobia, and issues of inclusion in libraries, archives, or museums; · Sessions led by or centered around the voices of women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people of color, and members of nondominant communities. Beyond the themes outlined above, if the idea of Radical Libraries, Archives, + Museums resonates with you, we’d love to hear from you! The deadline to submit proposals is March 16, 2018 at 11:59pm EST. Submit proposals on the Allied Media website form<https://www.alliedmedia.org/news/2018/01/31/propose-session-amc2018>: https://www.alliedmedia.org/news/2018/01/31/propose-session-amc2018 For questions about Radical Libraries, Archives, + Museums, or to discuss session ideas with our coordinating team, please contact Veronica Leigh Milliner at vmilliner(a)gmail.com<mailto:vmilliner@gmail.com> or Nakenya Yarbrough at nyarbrough03(a)gmail.com<mailto:nyarbrough03@gmail.com> or Shoshanna Wechter at my.name.is.shoshanna(a)gmail.com<mailto:my.name.is.shoshanna@gmail.com> Shoshanna Wechter Reference Librarian Ypsilanti District Library 229 W Michigan Ave Ypsilanti MI 48197 she / her / hers

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Save the Data Webinar Series #3: Building Accessible Reports
by Hamlin, Joseph (MDE) 09 Feb '18

09 Feb '18

Hello Everyone, Kathy Kosinski and I are offering our third installment in the "Save the Data" webinar series on Friday, February 16th , 2018 at 11:00 AM. If you are responsible for creating infographics, and reports for your libraries website or social media platforms, this short webinar is for you. There is no cost for any of the webinars in the Save the Data series. Go to https://preview.tinyurl.com/AccessibleData to register. Thank you, Joe Joseph Hamlin Library Data Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo St. P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-3828 Email: hamlinj2(a)michigan.gov<mailto:hamlinj2@michigan.gov> URL: http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan Follow Us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> Nourishing Michigan's Future...during school and during the summer! Find a Summer Food Service Program site nearest you and encourage Michigan's children to Meet Up and Eat Up! www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup> [cid:image002.png@01D2CD53.CCC38130]

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MCLS Offices closing at 3pm 2/9/18
by Sue Alt 09 Feb '18

09 Feb '18

Hello all - The MCLS offices will be closing today at 3pm due to weather conditions. We will be back on Monday, February 12 to answer your MeLCat, MeL Databases, and RIDES questions. melcathelp(a)mcls.org http://mcls.org/rideshelp meldatabaseshelp(a)mcls.org services(a)mcls.org training(a)mcls.org Thanks, Sue Alt RIDES Coordinator/MeLCat Support Specialist Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 800-530-9019 ext 143

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2021 & 2022 CSLP Summer Reading Themes
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 09 Feb '18

09 Feb '18

The Collaborative Summer Library Program is made up of libraries across the country, including all public libraries here in Michigan, thanks to funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. We are in the process of voting on the themes for 2021 & 2022's summer reading themes. YOUR feedback is important! No matter your position/age group you work with most in the public library, please take a quick moment to select 3 themes out of this list of 12<https://goo.gl/forms/Rsywi0yvCnmW6iWT2> that were chosen by libraries around the country. As State Rep to CSLP, I will then vote for the overall top 3 you've chosen. Deadline to submit your top 3 is February 19th. #CSLPreads Thanks, 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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GDL closed @ 12:30
by Amy Goldyn 09 Feb '18

09 Feb '18

The Genesee District Library closed at 12:30 due to the inclement weather. Amy Goldyn Finance Manager Genesee District Library 4195 W. Pasadena Ave Flint, MI 48504 Phone: 810-230-3334 Fax: 810-732-1161

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JOB: Director, Illinois (near Chicago)
by John Keister & Associates 09 Feb '18

09 Feb '18

Director, Ella Johnson Memorial Public Library District The Ella Johnson Memorial Public Library District seeks a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as Director. Located in rapidly developing Kane County between the cities of Chicago and Rockford, the library district serves about 17,000 residents. The Director opening is a great opportunity for someone who wants to lead the library as it continues to embrace its vital role in the life of this community. Please visit www.johnkeister.com/ellajohnson <http://johnkeister.com/ellajohnson/> for details, inquiries and to apply. We welcome and encourage inquiries. For full consideration, please apply by March 9 for full consideration. Salary ranged is mid-$70s, negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Experience as a Director preferred but not required. John Keister & Associates Executive Search for Libraries www.johnkeister.com <http://www.johnkeister.com/> ellajohnson(a)johnkeister.com <mailto:ellajohnson@johnkeister.com> 847-955-0541

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