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People Counter Recommendations
by Tara Kanon 02 Jan '18

02 Jan '18

We are in need of a new people counter. Does anyone have any recommendations for brands? Do you prefer the wall-mounted or overhead counters? Any advice would be great! Thank you, Tara Kanon Director Holly Township Library 1116 N. Saginaw St. Holly, MI 48442 (248) 634-1754

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The Human Library
by Pam Seabolt 02 Jan '18

02 Jan '18

MCLS Third Thursday Twitter Chat Human Library Join us Thursday, January 18, at 2pm Eastern (1pm Central) for our Third Thursday Twitter Chat. We will be discussing The Human Library. Our featured guests will be Highland Lakes Librarian Allison McFadden-Keesling with Oakland Community College in Waterford, MI and Head of Adult and Teen Services Trisha Shively with Kokomo-Howard County Public Library in Kokomo, IN. The Human Library is designed to create positive conversations that can challenge stereotypes and prejudices through dialogue. In The Human Library real people are on loan to readers to answer difficult questions. Use the hashtag #MCLSchat. New to Twitter? Here are instructions<https://mcls.org/training-events/twitter-chat-instructions/>.  https://mcls.org/training-events/twitter-chat-instructions/ Hope you can join us! Did you miss our November chat on Best Practices in Makerspaces? We archived<https://storify.com/mclsorg/best-practices-in-makerspaces> it for you. ************************ Pamela Seabolt Community Engagement Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 (800) 530-9019 ext 123 seaboltp(a)mcls.org<mailto:seaboltp@mcls.org> [cid:image001.png@01D383A8.C2799A50]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [cid:image002.png@01D383A8.C2799A50] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [cid:image003.png@01D383A8.C2799A50] <http://www.mcls.org/>

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FW: FIRE UP for 2018! [Webinar] Inclusion & music therapy
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 02 Jan '18

02 Jan '18

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Free MeL webinar - MeL Statistics for Libraries - Jan 19, 11:00am Eastern
by David Votta 02 Jan '18

02 Jan '18

Reporting your impact to your community is essential for libraries. MeL provides statistics and tools to tell the story of how your individual library is working on crucial issues, like early literacy and more. Please join us on January 19 at 11:00am Eastern for a 30-minute webinar focused on how you can access and utilize vital resources to communicate to your community and stakeholders the good work your library is already doing. 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-libraries…>. https://store.mcls.org/index.php/mel-databases-mel-statistics-for-libraries… 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) 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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REMINDER: Library Director Position - Flat River Community Library, Greenville, MI
by Laura Powers 01 Jan '18

01 Jan '18

The Flat River Community Library is accepting applications for the position of Library Director. Flat River is a class IV library with a district population of 17,626 located in central Michigan. The library is a member of the Lakeland Library Cooperative, a 42 member library cooperative serving western Michigan. Located in Greenville, the birthplace of Meijer Grocery, the community offers a small-town feel 30 minutes Northeast of Grand Rapids, with recreational nature/bike trails, lakes, rivers, and community festivals, all with programming opportunities connected to the Flat River Library. This position is responsible for managing and directing all administrative support functions of the library, inclusive but not limited to; financial administration, personnel management/development and facility operations. This is an excellent opportunity for those with or without director experience, as Flat River has strong community support, a fully engaged Friends group, and ideal funding with a dedicated mileage in perpetuity that is coupled with a County mileage. A Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution is required as is a Michigan Librarian's Permanent Professional Certificate (or the ability to acquire within 6 months). A minimum of 5 years experience in a public library is preferred. The position requires strong skills in customer service, administration and community involvement. Salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. A job description is available at the library website: www.flatriverlibrary.org/about <http://www.flatriverlibrary.org/about> . Interested applicants should download an application from the Flat River Community Library website and submit an application to: grelp(a)flatriverlibrary.org. This search is being facilitated by Kent District Library Human Resources. Applicants should send a copy of their resume and cover letter to: bmortimore(a)kdl.org <mailto:bmortimore@kdl.org> . Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to not delay their submissions. The Flat River Community Library is an equal opportunity employer. Flat River Community Library Laura Powers | Interim Library Director 200 W. Judd St. | Greenville, MI 48838 P: 616-754-6359, x102 <mailto:grelp@flatriverlibrary.org> grelp(a)flatriverlibrary.org

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Just two days left to make a year-end gift to the Historical Society of Michigan
by HSM Main 30 Dec '17

30 Dec '17

Make a year-end gift to the Historical Society of Michigan... and we will send you a FREE book as our thank-you!* <http://www.hsmichigan.org/store/donate/year-end-giving/> Donate online! As a nongovernmental nonprofit, we rely 100% on private donations and subscriptions to pay for everything that we do, including the production of our flagship publication, Michigan History magazine. Would you consider making a special year-end gift to our Society so that we may continue providing our outstanding services? <http://www.hsmichigan.org/store/donate/year-end-giving/> Donate online! *For those who donate at the Bronze level ($50) or above, the Historical Society of Michigan will send you a free book as a token of our appreciation. You can choose the book you would like from the list below! To increase your chances of receiving your favorite book, send in your donation today! . Michigan's Heritage Barns . Rethinking Michigan Indian History . Introducing Russell . Railroads for Michigan . Detroit Resurgent . To Repay A Debt/To Rebuild A Life Set . Beyond Pontiac's Shadow Your support makes it possible for us to produce high-quality publications, such as the Historic Michigan Travel Guide; provide training and resources for local historical organizations; and facilitate Michigan History DayR, a program that engages Michigan students from every area of the state to compete and gain recognition in local, regional, state, and national competitions for historical projects. Won't you help us keep our Michigan history-related activities going and growing? Please consider making a special contribution to HSM as we gear up for our next fiscal year and make plans for new and exciting projects. _____ _____ 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/store/donate/year-end-giving/> Donate online! *For those who donate at the Bronze level ($50) or above, the Historical Society of Michigan will send you a free book as a token of our appreciation. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/store/donate/year-end-giving/> Donate online at hsmichigan.org! 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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Survey on ECRR webinars
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 28 Dec '17

28 Dec '17

Hello! If you attended any of the Every Child Ready to Read webinars in 2017 with Sue McCleaf Nespeca, we ask you take a quick 5 minute survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ECRR17websurvey by Friday, January 5th. The trainings were funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and this survey helps report on our funding. I appreciate your input! If you want to go back and re-watch, or see ones you may have missed, they can be found on our webinar archives site: http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-18668_63014-301245--…. Thank you so much for your time, 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: summer learning grants, leadership e-course, best YA lit & more from YALSA
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 28 Dec '17

28 Dec '17

Subject: summer learning grants, leadership e-course, best YA lit & more from YALSA Happy almost-2018! Here's some news from YALSA that may be of interest: LAST CHANCE: Apply by Jan. 1 for Summer Learning Grants We're giving away 20 $1,000 grants to support libraries' efforts to reach underserved teens over the summer months, as well as another 20 $1,000 grants to support hiring teen interns over the summer. Learn more and apply at http://summerreading.ning.com/page/summer-learning-grants Build Your Leadership Skills Registration is open for a new e-course from YALSA which runs from Jan. 22nd through Feb. 18th. Participants will enhance their leadership skills by exploring how best to lead one's self and delving into the basics of leading others. The course combines reading, reflection, opportunities to test the ideas raised with colleagues and community members, and small group activities to support peer learning and leadership skill development. Registration rates start at $130. Learn more: http://bit.ly/2pFsMfi Libraries are for Creating! We have everything libraries need to plan great TTW activities for March 4 - 10 at www.ala.org/teentechweek<http://www.ala.org/teentechweek>. Join YALSA in celebrating the many ways teens can leverage technology to effect positive change in their lives and communities with the "Libraries are for Creating" theme! Best YA Literature of 2017 Last month YALSA announced the finalists for our Morris Award<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/morris-award>, a debut award for YA literature and our YA Nonfiction Award<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/nonfiction-award>. We also announced the final selections for our Quick Picks for Reluctant YA Readers and Amazing Audiobooks for YAs lists: http://bit.ly/2zCCe2N Looking for Inspiration and Encouragement in 2018? Join YALSA! Dues in YALSA/ALA start at $63 per year, and anyone is welcome to join! Your membership connects you with over 4,800 other passionate, creative library staff and gets you free access to: live monthly webinars, over 40 on-demand webinars, a weekly eNews, and more! Join online or contact Letitia Smith to see what discounted rates you qualify for: lsmith(a)ala.org<mailto:lsmith@ala.org> or 312.280.4390. For details on all the member perks, check out this free video: https://youtu.be/TaGJr5CCKXg Upcoming YALSA Activities & Events * Jan. 18, Recognizing & Addressing Implicit Bias webinar, www.ala.org/yalsa/onlinelearning/webinar<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/onlinelearning/webinar> * Jan. 22 - Feb. 18, leadership e-course http://bit.ly/2pFsMfi * Feb. 9 - 12, ALA Midwinter Meeting, https://2018.alamidwinter.org/ * Feb. 12, youth media award winners announced, www.ala.org/yma<http://www.ala.org/yma> * Feb. 15, a Collaborative Model for Supporting Teen Leadership webinar, www.ala.org/yalsa/onlinelearning/webinar<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/onlinelearning/webinar> * Mar. 4- 10, Teen Tech Week, www.ala.org/teentechweek<http://www.ala.org/teentechweek> * March 8, Teen Growth & Development Webinar, http://bit.ly/2kn8HYU * March 22, Teen Growth & Development Twitter chat, http://bit.ly/2kn8HYU * April 1, deadline to apply to be the next YALSA Liaison to ALA groups, http://www.ala.org/yalsa/ala-liaison * April 3, registration opens for the 2018 YA Services Symposium in Salt Lake City, UT www.ala.org/yalsa/yasymposium<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/yasymposium> * April 12, Teen Read Week site launches & Teens' Top Ten nominees announced, www.ala.org/teenread<http://www.ala.org/teenread> * April 12, Positive Interactions with Teens webinar, http://bit.ly/2kn8HYU * April 26, Positive Interactions with Teens Twitter chat, http://bit.ly/2kn8HYU * May 10, Creating Learning Environments for/with Teens webinar, http://bit.ly/2kn8HYU * May 24, Creating Learning Environments for/with Teens Twitter chat, http://bit.ly/2kn8HYU * June 1, deadline to apply for 2019 Midwinter Paper Presentation travel stipend, www.ala.org/yalsa/awardsandgrants/mwpaper<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/awardsandgrants/mwpaper> * June 1, deadline to apply for 2018 Symposium travel stipends, www.ala.org/yalsa/yasymposium<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/yasymposium> * June 14, Creating Learning Experiences for/with Teens webinar, http://bit.ly/2kn8HYU * June 22 - 26, ALA Annual Conference, www.ala.org/conferencesevents/annual-conference<http://www.ala.org/conferencesevents/annual-conference> * June 28, Creating Learning Experiences for/with Teens Twitter chat, http://bit.ly/2kn8HYU For more events and information, visit http://wikis.ala.org/yalsa/index.php/Calendar_of_Events or https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=yalsa@ala.org&ctz=America/Chicago… -Beth Beth Yoke, CAE Executive Director Young Adult Library Services Association 50 E. Huron St. Chicago, IL 60611 1.800.545.2433 x4391 fax: 312.280.5276 byoke(a)ala.org<mailto:byoke@ala.org> @yalsa_director Please support YALSA's leadership initiatives<http://www.ala.org/yalsa/givetoyalsa/give#donation%20opps> with a $10 donation<https://ec.ala.org/donation/YAL-5793-LEADEN?amount=10>!

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2017 is ticking to a close. Please remember the Historical Society of Michigan in your year-end giving.
by HSM Main 28 Dec '17

28 Dec '17

2018 is right around the corner! Just a few days left to make a year-end gift to the Historical Society of Michigan. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/store/donate/year-end-giving/> Donate online! As a nongovernmental nonprofit, we rely 100% on private donations and subscriptions to pay for everything that we do, including the production of our flagship publication, Michigan History magazine. Would you consider making a special year-end gift to our Society so that we may continue providing our outstanding services? <http://www.hsmichigan.org/store/donate/year-end-giving/> Donate online! For those who donate at the Bronze level ($50) or above, the Historical Society of Michigan will send you a free book as a token of our appreciation. You can choose the book you would like from the list below! To increase your chances of receiving your favorite book, send in your donation today! . Michigan's Heritage Barns . Rethinking Michigan Indian History . Introducing Russell . Railroads for Michigan . Detroit Resurgent . To Repay A Debt/To Rebuild A Life Set . Beyond Pontiac's Shadow Your support makes it possible for us to produce high-quality publications, such as the Historic Michigan Travel Guide; provide training and resources for local historical organizations; and facilitate Michigan History DayR, a program that engages Michigan students from every area of the state to compete and gain recognition in local, regional, state, and national competitions for historical projects. Won't you help us keep our Michigan history-related activities going and growing? Please consider making a special contribution to HSM as we gear up for our next fiscal year and make plans for new and exciting projects. _____ _____ 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/store/donate/year-end-giving/> Donate online! For those who donate at the Bronze level ($50) or above, the Historical Society of Michigan will send you a free book as a token of our appreciation. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/store/donate/year-end-giving/> Donate online at hsmichigan.org! 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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Free MeL webinar - MeL Statistics for Libraries - Jan 19, 11:00am Eastern
by David Votta 28 Dec '17

28 Dec '17

Reporting your impact to your community is essential for libraries. MeL provides statistics and tools to tell the story of how your individual library is working on crucial issues, like early literacy and more. Please join us on January 19 at 11:00am Eastern for a 30-minute webinar focused on how you can access and utilize vital resources to communicate to your community and stakeholders the good work your library is already doing. 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-libraries…>. https://store.mcls.org/index.php/mel-databases-mel-statistics-for-libraries… 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) 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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