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Fwd: Demco Software Webinar information and registration link - Evanced products and more
by Angelina Michelini 09 Oct '17

09 Oct '17

Hello Everyone, Demco is offering a webinar on Weds, October 25 from 10-11am to present the products listed in the attached flyer. Pre-registation is required for this free webinar. Please see the registration information below. Webinar : New Engagement Tools for Your Library Date : Wednesday, October 25 th Time : 10-11:00am EST Description : In this 60-minute presentation, you’ll see a brief overview of Demco Software’s integrated suite of engagement solutions, including streamlined room, event and reading program management tools, mobile apps, and brain training exercises. Plus, learn about the new revolutionary discovery tool, DiscoverLocal™. Registration link : [ http://go.demcosoftware.com/l/189162/2017-09-18/64nfs | http://go.demcosoftware.com/l/189162/2017-09-18/64nfs ] Thank you, Angie Michelini Technology Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court, Novi, MI 48375 Cell: 734.673.7303, urgent requests only Helpdesk: 248.536.3100 x134 Office: 248.536.3100 x144 Direct: 248.716.5583

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Michigan Exam Proctoring List 2017-2018
by Shannon O'Leary 07 Oct '17

07 Oct '17

Dear All, I appreciate the multitude of fast and detailed responses. Attached is the list I have compiled as a result. If there is anything wrong or if you would like something added to the list (or you would like to be added to this list) please let me know. I plan to send this around again next year as I know some people are considering changing their services. Thank you to all who responded! Shannon Shannon O'Leary | Information Services Adult Librarian Novi Public Library |45255 West Ten Mile Road | Novi, MI 48375 Phone 248-349-0720 x7276 |www.novilibrary.org Inform. Inspire. Include.

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"Talk About Friends" - a FOML event at Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library
by Linda Pierce 06 Oct '17

06 Oct '17

The Friends of Michigan Libraries (FOML) will hold a "Talk About Friends" event at the Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library on Wednesday, November 8th from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm. "Talk About Friends is an informal gathering of Friends from the area who come together to share information about their Friends and to engage in conversation about Friends development and activities. It's also a time to promote the United for Libraries statewide membership (which is supported by the Library of Michigan) and the resources available for Friends on the United for Libraries website. For more details about this event, go to the event details and agenda <http://foml.org/talk-about-friends-meeting/> page on FOML's website. Scrolling down to the bottom, you will find links to the registration page <http://foml.org/meeting-registration/> and a list of hotels in the area <http://foml.org/site/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Hotels_close_to_Alpena_Publ…> . We hope to see you there! with regards, Charles Hanson Workshop Chairperson, Friends of Michigan Libraries -- Linda Pierce Administrative Specialist Kettering Library Phone: (810) 762-9840 Fax: (810) 762-9744 1700 University Avenue ~ Flint, MI 48504 Kettering University

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Program Announcement: HR Workshop with Brian Mortimore
by Kate Pohjola Andrade 06 Oct '17

06 Oct '17

Join us on *Thursday, November 2, 2017* from *8:30am to 4:00pm* at the Albion District Library, as Brian Mortimore, SPHR, (“That HR-guy at KDL”) will lead an interactive workshop with three topics of focus: 1. Employee Handbook Rules and Policies that every library should consider. 2. Library Staffing Best Practices that library leaders can adopt. 3. A Leaders Work Session on managing performance, and when performance consistently lags, administering Progressive Discipline. *Day’s Agenda:* 8:30am to 9:00am – coffee & registration 9:00am to 12:30pm – program & breaks 12:30pm to 1:00pm – lunch 1:00pm to 4:00pm – program & breaks Registration and more details are available at http://woodlands.lib.mi.us/events/hr-workshop-with-brian-mortimore/ kate -- Kate Pohjola Andrade, Director Woodlands Library Cooperative 517-629-9469 586-801-0725 - cell/text http://woodlands.lib.mi.us

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FW: Promote your Friends group during National Friends of Libraries Week!
by White, Shannon (MDE) 06 Oct '17

06 Oct '17

News below about National Friends of Libraries Week... National Friends of Libraries Week (Oct. 15-21, 2017) is quickly approaching! United for Libraries is seeking Friends groups and libraries that are celebrating the week to share images and their plans with us so we can feature them on social media during that week, including the United for Libraries takeover of ALA's Instagram account (www.instagram.com/americanlibraryassociation<http://www.instagram.com/americanlibraryassociation>) during National Friends of Libraries Week. Please tag United for Libraries in your social media posts about your celebrations: United for Libraries on Facebook: www.facebook.com/unitedforlibraries<http://www.facebook.com/unitedforlibraries> National Friends of Libraries Week on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1417091895038794 United for Libraries on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ala_united On Instagram: #unitedforlibraries #nationalfriendsoflibrariesweek Please send your photos and other publicity/promotional images to jwentworth(a)ala.org<mailto:jwentworth@ala.org>. We are seeking strong images that have Instagram appeal. A special highlight of the week this year will be United for Libraries Lifetime Honorary Board Member Sarah Jessica Parker, who is the Honorary Chair of Book Club Central (www.bookclubcentral.org<http://www.bookclubcentral.org>), announcing her second book club pick. For more information and resources, including how to apply for National Friends of Libraries Week Awards, visit www.ala.org/united/events_conferences/folweek<http://www.ala.org/united/events_conferences/folweek>. like United for Libraries on Facebook: www.facebook.com/unitedforlibraries<http://www.facebook.com/unitedforlibraries> follow United for Libraries on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ala_united like Friends of Michigan Libraries on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FOMLibraries/

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Fwd: Letters About Literature (LAL)
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 06 Oct '17

06 Oct '17

Flyer is attached or got to: http://www.read.gov/letters/documents/LAL-Flyer.pdf to print copies out for your student patrons. See the note below from the Michigan Reading Association below - they will be running the LAL contest this year. Thank you, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 LancasterC5(a)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/> ******************************* "Letters about Literature" is supported by the Library of Michigan, the Library of Congress, and the Michigan Reading Association. Letters about Literature is a competition that asks students to write to the authors of their favorite works about their experiences with the text. There are both State and National Winners of this competition. Last year, two of the National Winners were from Michigan! This is a great assignment for teachers who are incorporating independent reading in their classes. Students have a chance to write to the most authentic of audiences! The deadline is quickly approaching. I appreciate all of your assistance! -- Allison Jordan At-Risk Interventionist Instructional Coach Merrill Middle/High School ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ MRA Adolescent Reading Committee Chairperson SBWP Assistant Director

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Job Posting: Interlibrary Loan Specialist (part-time - evenings), Rochester College
by Allison Jimenez 06 Oct '17

06 Oct '17

Ennis and Nancy Ham Library at Rochester College in Rochester Hills, MI is looking for a highly motivated individual to fill our* Interlibrary Loan Specialist* position (part-time - evenings). SIS students are welcome to apply! Interested persons can review the job description and employment application at http://www.rc.edu/jobs-rc/ or the attached job posting. Please send cover letter, resume or CV, and completed employment application to Ginny May at gmay(a)rc.edu by October 16th. -- Allison Jimenez Director of Library Services Ham Library - Rochester College 800 W. Avon Rd. Rochester Hills, MI 48307 ajimenez(a)rc.edu 248-218-2268 <(248)%20218-2268>

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*Free* Roundtable on community engagement!
by David Votta 06 Oct '17

06 Oct '17

MCLS is committed to supporting the community engagement efforts of libraries in Michigan and Indiana. We'll have another round of community engagement roundtable discussions in December! With each round of discussions, we're moving around the states to try to be near as many librarians as possible. For this round, we'll be in Redford Township, MI and Bloomington, IN. These discussions are free and open to anyone with an interest, but we ask that you register online so we know how many to expect. Join us for the opportunity to support one another in your community engagement efforts! Thursday, December 14 Redford Township District Library, 25320 West Six Mile Road, Redford Township, MI Time: 10am to Noon Eastern Register>><https://goo.gl/forms/EfHu79PmWrZmohvs1> Friday, December 1 Monroe County Public Library, Room 2B, 303 E Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington, IN Time: 10am to Noon Eastern Credit: 1 LEU for Indiana staff Register>><https://goo.gl/forms/vUWfm4Fj8eUtyyQ22> Questions? Contact David at vottad(a)mcls.org<mailto:vottad@mcls.org> or 800-530-9019 x122. David Votta Community Engagement Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Lansing, MI Phone: (800) 530-9019 ext 122 Phone: (517) 492-3822 Fax: (517) 492-3886 vottad(a)mcls.org<mailto:vottad@mcls.org> "For every complex problem there is an answer which is clear, simple, and wrong." -H.L. Mencken

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Metro Detroit Book & Author Society 91st Author Luncheon
by Jim Flury 06 Oct '17

06 Oct '17

All, Do you have your tickets for the 91st Metro Detroit Book & Author Society luncheon on October 16, 2017? How about your patrons? http://www.detroitnews.com/story/entertainment/books/2017/10/06/five-author… TLN has been a sponsor of this event http://bookandauthor.info/ for many years in that we host the website, as well as coordinate the purchase and delivery of the books. Get your tickets now! This event will sell out! Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100 x133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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Technology Specialist-Maker Studio position
by Jennifer Amormino 05 Oct '17

05 Oct '17

Please see the attached job description for a part-time Technology Specialist-Maker Studio position at the East Lansing Public Library. Best, Jennifer Jennifer Amormino East Lansing Public Library Executive Assistant to the Library Director Volunteer Assistant Coordinator 517.319.6863 jamormi(a)cityofeastlansing.com 517-351-9536 fax _________________________________ East Lansing e-news is just a click away. Sign up to receive East Lansing's Dialog e-newsletter and other e-publications. Just visit http://www.cityofeastlansing.com/news today!

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