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Facilitation training for Michigan library staff
by David Votta 05 Jan '18

05 Jan '18

Good afternoon, In partnership with the Library of Michigan, presenters from We Can Work It Out, LLC<http://www.wecanworkitoutllc.com/> will be coming to Michigan this spring to lead trainings on facilitation. These four, day-long trainings are open to staff of Michigan libraries, with a particular focus on those who have gone through The Harwood Institute<https://theharwoodinstitute.org/> Public Innovators labs, with the purpose of helping you increase skills and knowledge necessary to ensure successful community engagement projects in your local communities. The day will include learning theory, as well as practice of skills and peer feedback. There are a limited number of slots for each training, so reserve your spot today! Dates and locations: Southfield Public Library March 8, 2018 9:30am - 4:00pm Eastern Herrick District Library (Holland, MI) April 3, 2018 9:30am - 4:00pm Eastern Public Libraries of Saginaw April 5, 2018 9:30am - 4:00pm Eastern Traverse Area District Library May 7, 2018 9:30am - 4:00pm Eastern Read more and register>><https://store.mcls.org/index.php/special-programs.html> https://store.mcls.org/index.php/special-programs.html Thank you, David 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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The Music Lady workshop
by Perri Saunders 05 Jan '18

05 Jan '18

*We have booked Beverly Meyer (The Music Lady) for January 26th at 1 p.m. This will interest anyone looking to add music, **rhythm, and movement to their story times.* *If you have anyone interested, please have them call or email me by January 20th to register. The fee is $15 per person (to be paid on workshop day), and we'll limit sign-ups to the first 20 people.* *I've attached the flyer so you can pass it along.* *Thank you,* *Perri* -- Perri Saunders, Director White Pigeon Township Library 102 N. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 399 White Pigeon, MI 49099 269-483-7409 *p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us <p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us> * *Brighten the corner where you are.*

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Congratulations Lance - LJ's 2018 Librarian of the Year!
by Donna Olson 05 Jan '18

05 Jan '18

Lance, you make all of us look good!! Congratulations!! *Donna Olson, Director* *Salem-South Lyon District Library* 9800 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon, MI 48178 Phone: (248) 437-6431 ext. 206 | Fax: (248) 437-6593 http://www.ssldl.info | https://www.facebook.com/SSLDL https://www.instagram.com/ssldl | https://twitter.com/ssldl

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eNews from HSM: Conference Registration, Michigan Road Trip, History Hounds, Upcoming Events
by Historical Society of Michigan 05 Jan '18

05 Jan '18

Registration is now open for the 60th annual Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference! Sign up today to take advantage of early-bird pricing for registration! Friday & Saturday, March 23 & 24, 2018 Sterling Heights, Michigan <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Michigan-in-Perspectiv e-online.pdf> <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Michigan-in-Perspectiv e-online.pdf> Click here to download the brochure for more information and session descriptions. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/local-history-conference/registration /> Go to online registration. Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference is held annually in the Wayne/Oakland/Macomb tri-county area and is open to anyone interested in state or regional history. The largest of our three conferences, this years conference offers · Four keynotes o From Isolationist to Internationalist: Senator Arthur Vandenberg With Hendrik Meijer of Meijer Inc. o Interviewing Michigan: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly With Chuck Stokes of WXYZ/WMYD-TV 7/20 Detroit o From Mason to the Motor City: Malcolm X in Detroit With Ilyasah Shabazz of Ilyasah Shabazz Enterprises o A Conversation With Judge Avern Cohn With Columnist and Commentator Jack Lessenberry · Twenty-five breakout sessions that address local and statewide history. · Nearly 50 exhibitors/vendors for attendees to visit. · Friday Reception featuring the musical ensemble Michigan Strings. · Saturday Gala: We Built This County: Voices of Macombs Past. · Two days full of meet and greets, refreshments, and optional meals. Swimming History: Michigans Grayling Grayling once thrived in Michigan. The beautiful fishs dorsal fin stuck up like a sail. Rivers such as the Au Sable teemed with grayling. Fishermen claimed that they could catch three grayling with one cast. During the late 19th century, overfishing, logging, habitat destruction, and introduction of non-native trout species destroyed the grayling. The last grayling in Michigan died out in the 1930s. The city of Grayling, in Crawford County, is named for the fish. Do You Like Michigan Road Trips? In our January/February issue of Michigan History, we introduced a new section titled Manny on the Move, a two-page spread devoted to historically entertaining road trip ideas focusing on different areas of Michigan. Manny, our HSM Magazines mascot, takes readers of a journey through historical sites of note in Sunny-Side UpTouring M-25s Sunrise Coast. Most of the sites in this road trip are locations that are free to visit, and include fun tidbits for the whole family. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/current-Made-in-Michig an.pdf> Interested in following Mannys journey? Read our issues new section on us today! <http://hsmichigan.org/publications/michiganhistory/read/> See whats in our current issue! History Hounds Presents Millennial Visions & Earthly Pursuits: The Israelite House of David January 10, 2018 Millennialist preachers Benjamin and Mary Purnell founded the Israelite House of David in Benton Harbor in 1903. Their religious commune soon gathered hundreds of members and became an economic powerhouse, with an amusement park, jazz band, and baseball team. Scandals and feuds rocked the colony, but it survives as one of Americas oldest communal orders. All lectures are at 7 p.m., and take place at the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan. Members of the Society can attend for free, and non-members can attend for $7/person. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> Learn more and register on our website! _____ _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our states 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 Michigans 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 <https://hsmichigan.org/store/donate/make-a-donation/> Learn About Lake Superiors Phantom Islands Have you ever visited Isle Phelipeaux or Isle Pontchartrain in Lake Superior? No? Neither has anyone elsethey are Michigan's "phantom islands." These islands first appeared on maps during Michigans 18th-century colonial era, having been most likely invented by French officers eager to flatter the French secretary of the navy, Louis Phélypeaux, Comte de Pontchartrain <https://www.facebook.com/hsmichigan/> Check out the rest of the tale on our Facebook page! HONK! Michiganders on the Road is waiting for YOU! Join our group of enthusiast tour-goers for our upcoming Founding of America Tour to Washington D.C., Colonial Williamsburg, and several historic homes from our nations founding fathers! <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/michiganders-on-the-road/founding-america-to ur/> Learn more on our website! Upcoming History Hounds Lectures February 14 The Worst Colonel I Ever Saw: Francis Quinn and the Battle of Shiloh March 14 The Mighty Mac: Connecting Michigans Peninsulas April 11 Murder and Mayhem: True Crime in Michigan History May 9 Invading Russia: The Polar Bear Expedition <https://hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> See the full list of 2018 lectures on our website Upcoming Events From Our Members The Holland Area Historical Society presents Answering the Call: Company K Sharpshooters in the Civil War, Tuesday, March 13, in Holland. The Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society presents From Hastings to Home: An Introduction to Detroits Early Jewish History, Sunday, March 25, in West Bloomfield. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/calendar/> For more calendar events, see our website! Interested in featuring an event or exhibit on HSMs online calendar and eNews? We are always looking to support our member organizations, and one of the ways we show support is in advertising your events and exhibits. Have an exhibit or event youd like promoted? <http://www.hsmichigan.org/calendar/event-submission/> Feel free to submit your listing via our online calendar registration form here. This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our states history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with remove in the subject line.

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Job opening - Assistant Director
by J.C. Wheeler 05 Jan '18

05 Jan '18

We have a job opening at the Martin Library! We are looking for a dynamic hardworking individual who has a passion for the library. The position is 20 hrs a week starting at $10/hr. Job description is attached. Please email any questions to lovemylibrary(a)live.com. Alicia Kershaw Library Director, JC Wheeler Public Library 1576 S. Main Martin, MI 49070 269-672-7875

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CD-DVD sleeves
by Marian Volek 05 Jan '18

05 Jan '18

Hi all: We have approximately 300 CD/DVD sleeves in boxes of 50 to give away to a good home. These are Fellowes, double-sided, with spine label.If you can use these, let us know. We can send them through RIDES. Have a great day and stay warm! Marian VolekWest Iron District LibraryIron River, Michigan

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MLA seeking info on literacy data/assessments
by Rachel Ash 05 Jan '18

05 Jan '18

Are you aware of literacy data or literacy assessments being done in your area/region/state? Please let us know! Thank you! Rachel Ash Communications and Membership Coordinator Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way Ste. 100 Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: 517-394-2774 ext. 225 Fax: 517-394-2675 www.milibraries.org<http://www.milibraries.org/> Connect with us on social media: Facebook<facebook.com/michiganlibraryassociation> Twitter<twitter.com/mlaoffice> Instagram<instagram.com/michigan_library_association>

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Chipotle Reading Awards
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 05 Jan '18

05 Jan '18

FYI Cross-posted. Please excuse duplication. Looking for sure-to-be-popular incentives for your Summer Library Program? The application window for Chipotle's Reading Rewards program opened today, and applications are being accepted through February 28. Libraries may apply to receive bookmarks that include FREE Chipotle Kid's Meal cards (for grades K-5) or Buy One/Get One Free entree cards (for grades 6+, teens, and adults). For more info and to apply: www.chipotle.com/reading<https://www.chipotle.com/reading<http://www.chipotle.com/reading%3chttps:/www.chipotle.com/reading>> Enjoy, 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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Fw: Help Us Rally Support for Museum and Library Services Act
by Steven Bowers 04 Jan '18

04 Jan '18

FYI ________________________________ From: Don Wood <dwood(a)ala.org> Sent: Thursday, January 4, 2018 11:38 AM Subject: Help Us Rally Support for Museum and Library Services Act of 2017 Good morning! At the end of 2017, Senators Jack Reed (D-RI), Susan Collins (R-ME), Thad Cochran (R-MS), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) introduced the Museum and Library Services Act of 2017<https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/us-senators-seek-to-enhance-suppo…>. The 2017 MLSA (S. 2271) reauthorizes the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), showing congressional support for the federal agency. IMLS administers funding through the Library Services Technology Act (LSTA), the only federal program that exclusively covers services and funding for libraries. LSTA provides more than $183 million for libraries through the Grants to States program, the National Leadership Grants for Libraries, the Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program, and Native American Library Services. With the FY 2019 budget cycle looming and the FY 2018 decisions yet to be finalized by Congress, having MLSA reauthorized will send a strong signal to the Appropriations Committees. An agency lacking an authorization risks becoming a target for elimination by “budget hawks” in Congress, and the authorization for IMLS and LSTA expired in 2016. This week, please help us rally support for MLSA. Contact your Senators<ala.org/takeaction> and urge them to show support for libraries by becoming a cosponsor of S. 2271. Tell them how your library supports the constituents of their state, and tell them how LSTA funds enable your library to offer valuable services to your community. Need more information? Check out the most recent District Dispatch<http://www.districtdispatch.org/2017/12/senators-introduce-museum-library-s…> post or read up on the history of MLSA<http://www.districtdispatch.org/2017/10/museum-and-library-services-act-his…>. Best, Lisa Lindle Manager, Grassroots and Advocacy Outreach American Library Association Washington Office 1615 New Hampshire Ave., N.W., 1st Floor Washington, D.C. 20009-2520 202-628-8410

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Fw: LA Committee on Diversity Seeks Feedback on Libraries as Responsible Spaces
by Steven Bowers 04 Jan '18

04 Jan '18

Survey on diversity programming below, for anyone interested. Due January 12. -Steve ________________________________ From: alacro-l-request(a)lists.ala.org <alacro-l-request(a)lists.ala.org> on behalf of Don Wood <dwood(a)ala.org> Sent: Thursday, January 4, 2018 1:08 PM To: alacro-l(a)lists.ala.org Subject: [alacro-l] ALA Committee on Diversity Seeks Feedback on Libraries as Responsible Spaces At the 2017 Annual Conference of the American Library Association, the ALA Council adopted a Resolution on Libraries as Responsible Spaces<https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&ved=0ahUKEw…> and charged the Committee on Diversity to “develop, provide, and disseminate materials and programming for libraries that deter hate, foster community, and oppose bigotry toward or oppression against any group.” The committee has developed a survey to help determine what materials, programming, and other resources related to responsible spaces would be most useful to libraries. Feedback, input, and guidance is appreciated as the committee begins to develop these resources. All interested individuals are asked to Please take the survey at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/responsiblespace Please also disseminate the survey within your networks as you see fit. The survey takes 5-10 minutes to complete and closes on Friday, January 12th. Any questions can be directed to diversity(a)ala.org<mailto:diversity@ala.org>. ALA’s Committee on Diversity thanks you for your participation and assistance! Gwendolyn Prellwitz Assistant Director Office for Diversity, Literacy & Outreach Services American Library Association 50 E. Huron St. Chicago, IL 60611 gprellwitz(a)ala.org<mailto:gprellwitz@ala.org> 800.545.2433 ext 5048 http://www.ala.org/advocacy/diversity My pronouns are she, her, hers [ALA_ODLOS_logo_stacked_color]

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