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P/T Adult Services Librarian
by Donna Olson 05 Jun '17

05 Jun '17

Hello All! We are looking to add a part time Adult Services Libarian to our staff! Contact us if you are interested! Please share! http://ssldl.info/about/library-employment Thanks, Donna *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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Compiled list of Pokemon Go Library Party IDeas - Thank you to everyone who shared!
by Nannette Pretzer 05 Jun '17

05 Jun '17

Pokémon Go Library Party Ideas We did a PokeWalk around our branch last summer. We gathered at the library then went for 45 min or so walk around the area hunting for Pokémon. We returned to the library for snacks and a few Pokémon themed prizes. It was really low-key, but we had a good turn out and everyone seemed to have a good time. - Jenn McCarty Reference Librarian Ellis Library <https://ontarianlibrarian.com/2016/07/14/pokemon-scavenger-hunt-in-the-libr ary/> https://ontarianlibrarian.com/2016/07/14/pokemon-scavenger-hunt-in-the-libra ry/ Last summer I and a coworker did 2 Pokémon Go parties, one in June and one in October. The one in June worked out really nicely; we had about 100 people attend. We had the event go for about 4 hours in a meeting room that was partitioned, one side of the room you could watch the very 1st Pokémon movie ever made (Its called Pokémon: the Movie) and on the other we had crafts and coloring (I will attached one of the paper crafts for you). There were several different choices for paper crafts- one was having them create a badge for their team (Instinct, Mystic, or Valor) using cardstock and pin backings from Michaels. The other craft was to create 3D Pokémon. I also had lures going up in the game near the library during the event so we could gain more people. I created a map that showed all the Pokéstops in the library and the park behind the library as well. Finally we had a scavenger hunt going on in the Youth Room. I created a sheet (see attached) with Pokémon Shadows on it. To gain the prize they had to locate each Pokémon in the youth room that corresponded to each shadow and write down the Pokémons name that would be found underneath the Pokémon picture. We managed to get many people from all age group to participate in the June one. As for the October one, due to rain and school, we did not get nearly as many people. My suggestions after doing both programs would be to make sure there are activities that people who do not own a device (iPod, iPhone, tablet, etc.) can participate, limit it to about 2 hours max (we went for 3 hours the first time and after 1.5 hours we had less people showing up). Let me know if you have any questions. (Some of these activities may work for you some might not). Best of luck with your program! - Shannon O'Leary Novi Public Libraries In the children's room we did not have a Pokémon go party, although it does sound like a good idea since we have two pokestops close by. We did however has this Pokémon search and find in the library. They would find images of Pokémon scattered around in the library with a number on it and would write down the name of that Pokémon on a special slip of paper. If they got it all correct they could have 2-3 small Pokémon figurines. They are small cheap little things you can get on eBay or amazon for about $10-$20 or so and have about several hundred. And the kids loved them. I don't know if it helps but hopefully it might just give a fun activity for them for the party. - Kaisha Simpson Albion Library When Pokémon Go came out last summer we took advantage of the craze by hiding stuffed Pokémon in our youth department. We told parents that it was the low tech version of Pokémon Go. Kids actually really liked it, even the older kids (12 years and under). One boy even brought us another Pokémon so that we could hide more. Each week we changed their location. There were some kids who came in each week and the first thing they had to do was find the Pokémon. We have not tried any programs for the older kids. - Brenda Dunseth Highland Township Public Library We did a Tween/Teen night last year. We made Pokémon balls using this tutorial. Had Pokémon cookies (similar to these copied from Pinterest), and I had a local map around the library that we went on a hunt. One of our kids put out a lure too. <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jF-MDJ3TCVk> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jF-MDJ3TCVk - Shanni Ker Ionia Community Library I helped plan an event, but it was carried out by colleagues at two other branches. The basic idea was to create a path through the surrounding area within walkable distance that has landmarks designated as pokestops. In one location there was a garden behind a church that was beautifully landscaped that had pokestops at three of the Stations of the Cross statues. There was also the historic train depot that is currently used as an administrative office. Basically, we had them lead the participants through the main areas of town where there was a lot of Pokémon spawns but also beautiful/historic/scenic places to which they might not normally have paid attention. Also the library bought lures which they places at the pokestop of the two libraries in question and the stops closest to each library for when the walk concluded. I hope that helps. If you have any other questions feel free to ask me. I am still an avid Pokémon Go'er. - Alger C. Newberry Grand Blanc-McFarlen I ended up doing a Pokémon Go Party last September, and it was pretty successful. I ended up just creating crafts and games that were Pokémon-themed, but not specifically Pokémon Go. I did tie them into the app, though. An example was that I made a Pokémon Toss game, where I decorated shoeboxes to look like Pokémon, and painted Ping-Pong balls to look like Pokéballs. They then threw the Ping-Pong Pokéballs, trying to get them into the Pokémon shoeboxes. It was to "practice their Pokémon catching skills" that they use in the app. Otherwise, I went a little old-school, and used a button maker to create "Gym Badges". I don't believe these are in the app, but they are definitely prominent in the Pokémon world. Anyone who was able to battle a gym in the Pokémon Go app and prove to me that they were in the gym's rankings would earn a gym badge. This worked well, considering my library was a gym. I really wanted my party to appeal to everyone - even those that didn't have phones or the app. So my program focused more on the Pokémon aspect, with the Go app thrown in occasionally - like with the Gym Badges. This allowed everyone who came by to participate. Best of luck to you, and I hope this helped! - Storm Boyer Capital Area District Library Haslett Branch Hi! I'm the teen librarian at the Shelby Township Library. I host seasonal Pokémon programs where the kids and teens can play any version of the game, hang out, and play with one another. It lasts for an hour (although it could be longer), averages about 20-30 kids and some parents and the events averages around $65 for prizes and refreshments. We give away door prizes of trading card packs, which are popular for our community; a lot of younger kids have the card games, and teens tend to have cards and/or handheld games. Last summer we hosted a Pokémon GO park crawl with the parks and rec department, offered pizza, went to three parks on a bus, and went to the nature center for a shadow scavenger hunt. At my most recent event, I made a small sign with shadows of 6 different Pokémon, and the kids had to correctly guess 5 to get a button that we made with our button maker, or have their team controlling the library's Pokémon GO gym, show they had collected all the gym badges in their handheld game, or have a starter Pokémon on one of their cards. If you have enough staff, you could incorporate a walk in the neighborhood and have the kids playing the card game and handheld games hang behind. You can also have them vote for their favorite team with jars and marbles or another token type thing. The kids are happy enough to get a chance to hang out and play at my events, although another library nearby has tournaments with the card games. It depends on the atmosphere you want to have at your event, you can make it as big or casual as you want. - Jennifer Sunderhaus Shelby Township Library

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Free Kwik CD security cases
by Irina Kushner 05 Jun '17

05 Jun '17

Hi Everyone, The Oak Park Library has boxes of Kwik CD security cases. They are FREE to any library willing to pick them up. Thank you, Irina Kushner Adult Services Librarian Oak Park Public Library, 14200 Oak Park Blvd, Oak Park, MI 48237

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YALSA Institute in Michigan
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 05 Jun '17

05 Jun '17

The Library of Michigan is pleased to announce that we are hosting a YALSA Institute in Michigan this September. Librarians and public library staff who work with teens are encouraged to attend one of three sessions. Thanks to the support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services the only cost is a $25 registration fee. Space is limited so register today for a "Teen-Centered and Teen-Driven Library Services<https://www.solutionwhere.com/WW/Aspx/Public/Search/ShowCourse.aspx?courseN…>" session. Lead by Dr. Rachel M. Magee<https://ischool.illinois.edu/people/faculty/rmmagee>, we'll cover teen development, current trends in library services to teens, and techniques for connecting with teens in your library and community. Attendees will complete this workshop with updated understandings of teen needs and practices, as well as a plan for encouraging and supporting teens as active, engaged community members. Each Institute runs from 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM, with doors opening at 9:00 AM. * Monday, September 25<https://www.solutionwhere.com/WW/Aspx/Public/Search/ShowSession.aspx?sessio…> Portage District Library<https://www.solutionwhere.com/WW/Aspx/Public/Search/ShowSession.aspx?sessio…> 300 Library Lane Portage, MI 49002 * Tuesday, September 26<https://www.solutionwhere.com/WW/Aspx/Public/Search/ShowSession.aspx?sessio…> Canton Public Library<https://www.solutionwhere.com/WW/Aspx/Public/Search/ShowSession.aspx?sessio…> 1200 S. Canton Center Road Canton, MI 48188 * Thursday, September 28<https://www.solutionwhere.com/WW/Aspx/Public/Search/ShowSession.aspx?sessio…> University Center of Gaylord<https://www.solutionwhere.com/WW/Aspx/Public/Search/ShowSession.aspx?sessio…> 80 Livingston Boulevard Gaylord, MI 49735 Please let me know if you have any questions. Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Statewide Library Services Library of Michigan 517-335-8129 517-373-5700 f LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan>

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Helping a school library automate
by Kate Van Auken 05 Jun '17

05 Jun '17

Greetings all! I received a phone call from a teacher at Highland Pines School in Caro in regards to automating their school library. Highland Pines provides programs for the early childhood special education, moderately cognitive impaired, severely cognitive impaired and severely multiple impaired students. One of the main goals of the school is to teach life and job skills enabling students to work in the kitchen, day care, and library for example. Currently, when a student wants to check out a book from the school library, another student library clerk checks the item out by writing down the student's name, school id#, and title. The teacher mentioned that depending upon the library clerks ability, things may not always be accurate or very legible. This teacher is in search of a circulation software package that would be easy enough and pretty basic for the student clerks to use and for the school to implement. She didn't mention cost. Does anyone have suggestions? Perhaps a open source software? She realizes they will have to barcode their collection, but they are hoping not only to digitize the collection, but provide more of a technology skill set for their students. If anyone has suggestions or ideas or know of other schools that use a specific system, please feel free to email me off list. As always, thank you for your input! Kate Van Auken, Director 6495 Pine Street Cass City, MI 48726 989-872-2856 989-872-4073 fax

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Current Biography--free to a good home.
by Jennifer Ray 03 Jun '17

03 Jun '17

We have a complete run of Current Biography 1943 - 1995. This set comes with great indexing. All in good shape. Just let me know if you are interested. I'll find a way to get them to you. Perhaps we can ship through RIDES. Jennifer Ray Cass District Library 269.257.7822 ext. 101 jray(a)cass.lib.mi.us

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HISTORY HOUNDS: What Could Have Been: Britain's Plan for Detroit - June 14
by HSM Web 03 Jun '17

03 Jun '17

Upcoming Lecture . Wednesday, June 14 What Could Have Been: Britain's Plan for Detroit with Brian Dunnigan, William L. Clements Library - University of Michigan 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. History HoundsT is FREE for members of the Historical Society of Michigan. Membership is required for participation. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/join/individual-memberships/> If you are not a member but would like to become one, see our membership page. "What Could Have Been: Britain's Plan for Detroit" will take place on Wednesday, June 14, at 7 p.m. Through a chain of coincidences, the William L. Clements Library discovered a previously unknown map of Detroit drawn in 1790, which contains details not represented in other plans for the city. Join us in the exploration of the map's details in comparison to other known plans of pre-1800 Detroit. _____ 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. History HoundsT is FREE for members of the Historical Society of Michigan. Membership is required for participation. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/join/individual-memberships/> If you are not a member but would like to become one, see our membership page. <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. History HoundsT is FREE for members of the Historical Society of Michigan. Membership is required for participation. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/join/individual-memberships/> If you are not a member but would like to become one, see our membership page. 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. 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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Registration now open: Safety in the library programs, September 2017
by Jan Davidson 02 Jun '17

02 Jun '17

Registration<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/special-programs.html> is now open! Join MCLS, Michigan Library Cooperative Directors Association, Library of Michigan, Michigan Academic Library Association (MiALA), and Michigan Library Association (MLA) this fall for two programs on safety in libraries. Library security: A safer place September 6, 2017, 9:30am - 2:30pm, University Center, Gaylord, MI Dr. Steve Albrecht<http://drstevealbrecht.com/> [new-window-icon.png] will present this program. Cost: $40, includes lunch Register>><https://store.mcls.org/index.php/special-programs/library-security-a-safer-…> Creating a culture of safety and security in your library September 7, 2017, 9am - 3:30pm, Dearborn Public Library, Dearborn, MI Dr. Steve Albrecht<http://drstevealbrecht.com/> [new-window-icon.png] will be the keynote. Jodie Layne<http://jodielayne.com/> will present on "Libraries as safer spaces." Eva Davis<https://www.cantonpl.org/staff> will present on her experiences with creating safe library culture as Director at Canton Public Library<https://www.cantonpl.org/>. Cost: $55, includes lunch Register>><https://store.mcls.org/index.php/special-programs/creating-a-culture-of-saf…> Questions? Contact Jan at davidsonj(a)mcls.org<mailto:davidsonj@mcls.org>. ********************** Jan Davidson Administrative Assistant, Member Engagement Midwest Collaborative for Library Services Phone: 517-492-3811 / toll-free 800-530-9019 x111 davidsonj(a)mcls.org<mailto:davidsonj@mcls.org> www.mcls.org<http://www.mcls.org/> Check out the MCLS Training Calendar at: mcls.org/calendar<http://mcls.org/calendar> Like us on Facebook for the latest MCLS news: facebook.com/<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org>mcls.org<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> Follow us on Twitter: @mclsorg

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New York Times microfilm free to good home
by Mary Vergowven 02 Jun '17

02 Jun '17

Hi - The Bedford Branch of the Monroe County Library System has duplicate reels of microfilm that are free to any branch willing to pick them up. The date range runs from August 17, 1980 through December 31, 2003. Please email me off-list if interested. Thanks. Mary Vergowven Reference Librarian Bedford Branch Library Monroe County Library System 8575 Jackman Road Temperance, MI 48182 734-847-6747 mary.vergowven(a)monroe.lib.mi.us

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label printing
by Frankenmuth Wickson District Library 02 Jun '17

02 Jun '17

Lise - beware the dymo printer! The one we had used thermal labels which fade in fluorescent light. After a couple of years many of the labels are completely unreadable. The ability to print one label at a time was great, but we are relabeling a couple of years' worth of books. -- Mary Chasseur, Library Director Frankenmuth Wickson District Library 359 S. Franklin St. Frankenmuth, MI 48734 989-652-8323

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