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good deal on computer server cages/racks
by Yvonne Brown 16 Nov '17

16 Nov '17

Hello. Our library has several nearly-new server cages, cabinets and racks that we no longer need. Some of these are wall mount. Is anyone interested? Please reply off-list for more information and photos, or to make an offer. Thanks everyone! Yvonne Brown ybrown(a)lib.lapeer.org Lapeer District Library 810-664-9521 x3116 www.library.lapeer.org

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yearbook scanning
by Jill Rauh 16 Nov '17

16 Nov '17

Has anyone participated in the OCI Yearbook Scanning Project? Thoughts, opinions? Jill Rauh, Reference & Government Information Benton Harbor Public Library 213 E. Wall St. Benton Harbor, MI 49022 269-926-6139 www.bentonharborlibrary.com The information and views presented do not necessarily represent those of the Benton Harbor Public Library.

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Brandon Library
by Rebecca Higgerson 15 Nov '17

15 Nov '17

Brandon Library is back in business Thursday, 11/16. Thank you, Rebecca Higgerson

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UPCOMING HISTORY HOUNDS: Written in Stone: The Sanilac Petroglyphs - December 6
by MHM Editor 15 Nov '17

15 Nov '17

cid:image003.jpg@01D29BE5.8E5F9310 Upcoming Lecture . Wednesday, December 6 Written in Stone: The Sanilac Petroglyphs with Stacy Tchorzynski, State Historic Preservation Office Seating is limited! Reserve your spot now. Participants can "attend" remotely too. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> Learn more and register on our website. HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $7. "Written in Stone: The Sanilac Petroglyphs" will take place on Wednesday, December 6, at 7 p.m. The Sanilac Petroglyphs are the largest collection of Native-American rock carvings known in Michigan. Attendees will learn about the site through an archaeological perspective. The speaker will also reveal the current plans to preserve and interpret this important place. _____ If you enjoy "sniffing out" and exploring Michigan's most fascinating historical facets, join us for our evening series of in-depth lectures. The Historical Society of Michigan's History HoundsT Lecture Series allows attendees to delve into Michigan's history and dig up a bone or two of new appreciation to take home. HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $7. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. _____ cid:image009.jpg@01D2AC8B.99D17B80 _____ 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 cid:image012.jpg@01D29BE5.8E5F9310 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. Lectures start at 7 p.m. (unless noted) at the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, Michigan. The lecture and Q&As usually last about an hour. Seating is limited and pre-registration is suggested but not required. Walk-ins are welcome. If you are an individual member of HSM, registration is FREE. Registration for non-members is $7. Participants can "attend" remotely, if they prefer, through Zoom Video Communications and will be able to interact with the speaker and other attendees.* For in-person attendees, light refreshments will be available. *For full interaction, microphone and webcam are required on your device. Instructions on how to remote-in to the workshop will be sent to attendees. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. Stay tuned! Our list of lectures for 2018 will be posted in January. 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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Reference Training for Circ Staff
by Jessica Wilhoite 15 Nov '17

15 Nov '17

Hi everyone, Here at Romulus we have one desk to handle reference and circ. Most of the time our circ staff run this desk, however they are not trained in reference and I would like to offer some sort of training for them. Has anyone been through this? How did you handle it? Did you use training videos? I appreciate you taking the time to answer and would be glad to share any results that I receive. Jessica WilhoiteAssistant Director/Youth Librarian Romulus Public Library 11121 Wayne Rd. Romulus, MI 48174 (734) 942-7589 Serving Romulus and Huron Township Residents

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Library Information Services Specialist (Bronson Hospital, Kalamazoo)
by Valeria Long 15 Nov '17

15 Nov '17

Hello, Bronson Healthcare Group is accepting applications for a Library Information Services Specialist. This is a full time position, reporting to Supervisor of Library Services, based in Kalamazoo. Please share with anyone who may be interested! Responsible for providing access to information and supporting the information needs of the clients of Bronson's Health Services Library and Health Answers across the Bronson System. Primary duties and responsibilities include: * Provides information and reference support to clinical and nursing staff, residents, hospital councils and committees. * Conducts searches of the medical literature for staff as requested. * Provides document delivery/interlibrary loan service using Docline and OCLC's Worldshare. * Assists in implementing and managing electronic resources. * Participates in development and maintenance of library's website platform (TDNet) and website content. * Promotes library resources and services through marketing and outreach. * Designs and conducts instructional sessions for evidence-based information retrieval. The Information Specialist performs duties in areas where all ages are served. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served. Preferred candidate will have: * Master's degree in Library Science required or obtained within 6 months of hire. * Experience in database searching. * Familiarity with health sciences resources including PubMed and CINAHL. * Experience in providing document delivery service working with special, academic and/or pulic libraries and consortiums. * Experience in instruction desirable. * Must be well organized and have excellent communication skills. * Interacting effectively with all types of library users. * Working both independently and as a team member and ability to set appropriate priorities for a variety of competing tasks Interested persons should apply at https://www.bronsonhealth.com/careers/ Please contact me to answer any questions or provide more information. Thank you! Liz Liz Colson, MA Supervisor, Library Services Health Sciences Library Bronson Methodist Hospital 601 John St Box B Kalamazoo, MI 49007 269.341.8627 (work)

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UPCOMING HISTORY HOUNDS: Written in Stone: The Sanilac Petroglyphs - December 6
by HSM Main 15 Nov '17

15 Nov '17

Upcoming Lecture . Wednesday, December 6 Written in Stone: The Sanilac Petroglyphs with Stacy Tchorzynski, State Historic Preservation Office Seating is limited! Reserve your spot now. Participants can "attend" remotely too. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> Learn more and register on our website. HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $7. "Written in Stone: The Sanilac Petroglyphs" will take place on Wednesday, December 6, at 7 p.m. The Sanilac Petroglyphs are the largest collection of Native-American rock carvings known in Michigan. Attendees will learn about the site through an archaeological perspective. The speaker will also reveal the current plans to preserve and interpret this important place. _____ If you enjoy "sniffing out" and exploring Michigan's most fascinating historical facets, join us for our evening series of in-depth lectures. The Historical Society of Michigan's History HoundsT Lecture Series allows attendees to delve into Michigan's history and dig up a bone or two of new appreciation to take home. HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $7. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. _____ _____ 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 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. Lectures start at 7 p.m. (unless noted) at the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, Michigan. The lecture and Q&As usually last about an hour. Seating is limited and pre-registration is suggested but not required. Walk-ins are welcome. If you are an individual member of HSM, registration is FREE. Registration for non-members is $7. Participants can "attend" remotely, if they prefer, through Zoom Video Communications and will be able to interact with the speaker and other attendees.* For in-person attendees, light refreshments will be available. *For full interaction, microphone and webcam are required on your device. Instructions on how to remote-in to the workshop will be sent to attendees. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call (800) 692-1828. Stay tuned! Our list of lectures for 2018 will be posted in January. 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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Deadline Extension / Part-time Librarian, Walsh College
by Caryn Noel 15 Nov '17

15 Nov '17

ACCEPTING RESUMES UNTIL JANUARY 31, 2018. Please excuse any cross postings: Position: Part-time Librarian Reports to: Director, Library FLSA: Non-exempt Major Responsibilities: * Provide reference services, online searching and individual instruction to patrons. * Assist in creating and maintaining library research guides (LibGuides). * Keep current with library databases, search features and general reference sources. * Create online tutorials. * Develop and deliver library related presentations, as requested * Assist at Circulation Desk, as necessary. Minimum Requirements: * MS in Library Science or equivalent degree from an ALA accredited institution required. * Ability to develop and deliver library based instruction in the classroom, to small groups, and individuals that are appropriate to the learner. * Camtasia or Captivate knowledge required. * Strong track record of patron service required. * Proficiency with online databases, Internet searches, and library related technology required. * Excellent organizational skills required. * Excellent interpersonal, written and presentation communication skills required. * Knowledge of business collection a plus. * Must be available to work Sunday afternoons and some evenings. * Must be able to work at Troy and Novi campuses. To Apply: Submit resume with salary requirement to the Walsh College HR Office at: hr(a)walshcollege.edu<mailto:hr@walshcollege.edu>. (Please indicate position in subject line) Caryn Noel, MLIS Library Director Walsh College 248.823.1254 cnoel(a)walshcollege.edu<mailto:cnoel@walshcollege.edu>

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Wheelchair responses
by Patricia Braden 15 Nov '17

15 Nov '17

Thanks everyone, for the great responses to my question about wheelchairs for public use in the library! Below is my original question and the responses. WHEELCHAIR USE AT THE LIBRARY November 15, 2017 Q: Does anyone have a wheelchair for the public to use while in the library? If so, for what purpose is it used? We have a patron who is requesting that we get one and I'm wondering if others have had the same request and if you have one already. If you have one, were you able to get it donated? Probably not of much use, but we neither have one nor have we had a request for one. We did have someone suggest we needed carts--like shopping carts they have in bookstores(?)--but we did not act on that suggestion. When I was at Baldwin we had a similar request. Our senior center had a spare they donated to the library. We kept it in a closet and made it available if anyone requested a wheelchair while in the building. We do have one, and I believe it was donated. You might want to check with your Senior Center (if you have one nearby) as ours gets a lot of items donated to them when people pass away (like shower chairs, wheel chairs, etc.) Yes, we do. We borrowed it from the local Senior Center a couple of years ago for a specific homeless patron. We used it that winter, and when we tried to return it, the Senior Center made it a "permanent loan." We rarely use it, but it is fabulous to have on hand when you need it. Feel free to call if you want to talk. We have one available for use in the building for anyone in need. It was donated by an individual who no longer needed it. But if you want to buy a simple, folding one, they're about $85. Ours has only been used a handful of times in the past 8 years. Our local senior center (Highland Activity Center) keeps a 'medical supply closet' of donations and they passed along a wheelchair to us - many years back. It is not new or fancy, but it is a wheelchair and it came to us at no cost. And it works. We've only used a couple/few times over several years that i can recall. Circumstances were something like an occasion one someone became faint, possibly something like an occasion when someone turned an ankle, and once to help someone who appeared frail and slow moving to have easier mobility. It is not used by any one person on a regular ongoing basis. We have one that has been with us forever and I have no idea how it came to be at the library. We have only used it very, very occasionally when there has been someone twisting an ankle, etc. We generally keep it in the library storage area so staff fetch it when the need arises. We have a wheelchair and it is seldom used. We have two electric carts, which are used a LOT! I'd skip the chair and go for the electric scooter. They are pricey ($4,000 - $5,000), but our Friends bought the first one and a scooter store donated the second one. If you get a new one get the heavy duty model. The lighter weight models get flat tires all the time because heavy people tend to ride in them. Your local senior center probably has closets full of donated wheelchairs, walkers and other stuff. I would love to know the responses that you get to this. We have discussed as a staff about getting a wheel chair and/or walker for library use for patrons who struggle. We have one that we got donated by a resident. We just put the request in our city's magazine and someone donated one. It doesn't get used much because it is just a regular wheelchair, not a powered scooter. We're happy we can still offer it though! We have one for each floor, but only because we salvaged 2 of them from the Northland Mall when it closed. Before that we had one that was for all 3 floors, which wasn't the most effective. We use them if someone asks for assistance or if someone feels ill and can't walk to their car. (A family member can then push them.) If someone is using a walker and seems to be having trouble, we might offer the use of a wheelchair. Honestly, they are seldom used. But we are glad to have them. We had one at Wayne. It was donated. I don't remember anyone using it though. Do not have one, and in all the years I have been here, has anyone requested one. Cascade Township branch has had a wheelchair for approx. 20 years. Our first chair was purchased by our Friends. It lasted about 15 years. The second chair was again purchased by our Friends, in cooperation with Airway Oxygen, a local medical supply house, who sold it to us at cost. The new one is a wide chair as the old one was not big enough. We consider our wheel chair, our walker and 3 smaller shopping carts donated by Meijer to be critical for services to seniors in our 20,000 sf building. The wheel chair and walker are used a couple of times per week, the shopping carts are used hourly. We had a shopping cart from Demco, but it was not sturdy and did not provide stability, so we got rid of it. It is used by people who need assistance getting around our building…..from seniors to kids who break legs. None of our assistance equipment goes outside, esp in winter. Staff will walk patron or materials out to cars. We have two wheelchairs for public use. They aren’t used often, but enough that I’m glad we have them. Also, this summer, we got a small shopping cart for patrons. It’s used a lot more than the wheelchairs. Same here. The mini carts are very popular. We have a wheelchair and have for a long time. I believe it was donated by our local Hospice. It is not used very often. More often, kids play on it. It is kept in lobby within our coat rack. We have a small cart as well and that is probably used more often by people needing stability. We have one in our library. We got it when we decided to lock a second door for security puposes. Youd have thought the world ended when we did that with the number of complaints we had about how much farther people had to walk to get in the building from parking (an additional 20 feet). We got it donated by a local medical supply place and we added signage that indicated that it was generously donated by them. It has come in handy several times since then. Patty Patty Braden, Director Romulus Public Library 11121 Wayne Road Romulus, MI 48174 734-942-7589 www.romuluslibrary.org

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Story time fees
by Melissa Huisman 15 Nov '17

15 Nov '17

Does any other Michigan Library charge non-residents for story times or other types of children's programs? (We do this because we are surrounded by non-residents and they fill up our programs before our own patrons can get in.) Thanks! Melissa Huisman, Library Director Gary Byker Memorial Library of Hudsonville 3338 Van Buren Street, Hudsonville MI 49426 Phone: 616-669-1255 X 5 Fax: 616-669-5150 Email: mhuisman(a)hudsonville.org

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