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Michigan Business Directory
by Alger Newberry 11 May '17

11 May '17

Greetings, I recently received 2017-2018 hard copies of the Michigan Business Directory, a listing of 462,000+ businesses in Michigan and am looking for a new home for the 2016-2017 copies. I don't want to throw them out if there is a library that could use them. It is a four volume set with approximately 10,000 pages of information that largely remains accurate. If your library would like them please give me your RIDES code and I will send them out. Thank you, Alger C. Newberry III, Business Librarian Grand Blanc-McFarlen 515 Perry Rd. Grand Blanc, MI 48439 Phone: 810-694-5190 Fax: 810-694-5313 anewberry(a)thegdl.org<https://email.thegdl.org/owa/redir.aspx?C=W1HaGTOjlEaNkw2Lkfph0kiSJgCrz9AIq…> The opinions expressed here are my own and do not necessarily represent those of the GDL.

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Host a Braille Enhanced StoryWalk(R)
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 11 May '17

11 May '17

The Braille and Talking Book Library and the Michigan Department of Education- Low Incidence Outreach, in collaboration with the Library of Michigan, is offering public libraries in Michigan the opportunity to host Braille Enhanced StoryWalk* at their libraries! This is a great opportunity for any public library that wants to do a StoryWalk* at their location or collaborate with a local park. Not only can you provide an exciting new program for your patrons, but by including the braille, your library is helping embrace accessibility and equal access to information. Our straight-forward, easy to use kit will provide step-by-step instructions for setting up your StoryWalk* and using the braille within the program. Register for a kit<https://goo.gl/forms/mhijFuvzGukyrv0w2> - limited kits are available. Books available to choose from: * Bugs! Bugs! Bugs! by Barner * Curious Garden by Brown * Hop, Hop, Jump! by Thompson * In the Small, Small Pond by Fleming * Mighty, Mighty Construction Site by Rinker We'll provide: * 3 copies of the selected book to make your signs * StoryWalk* Instruction Guide that includes the how's & why's of hosting a StoryWalk* * Step-by-step instruction sheet * Braille overlay stickers that you will attach to the signs * Evaluation Sheet You'll need to provide in-house: * Sign paper & Stakes (approx. $2-5 each) * Lamination of pages to signs (approx. $3/page or in-house) To apply to host a Braille Enhanced StoryWalk* at your library, please complete the following form: https://goo.gl/forms/mhijFuvzGukyrv0w2, limited kits are available. The StoryWalk(r) Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk(r) is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. This resource is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services administered by the Library of Michigan. 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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2017 additional artwork for summer reading available
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 11 May '17

11 May '17

New artwork is available in the Proprietary Downloads folder. You must log in for the folder to appear. Look for 2017 additional artwork tab in the left sidebar. Designed by Bryan Sotnyk (PA) for use with social media platforms. He has made PNG and JPEG formats available. Link to folder is here...it will ask you to log in first https://www.cslpreads.org/membership-sponsorship-2/member-libraries/proprie… As always, if you have questions...ask them! Have a good day, Sandy -- Sandra Wilkerson swilkerson(a)sekls.org<mailto:swilkerson@sekls.org> Youth Services Consultant Southeast Kansas Library System 218 E Madison Iola KS 66749 (800)279-3219<tel:(800)%20279-3219> (620)365-5136<tel:(620)%20365-5136> (620)365-5137fax 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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Full-time Branch Manager position available at the Westacres Branch of the West Bloomfield Library
by Michael Bruno 11 May '17

11 May '17

The West Bloomfield Twp. Public Library has an opening for Branch Manager at the Westacres Branch Library, full-time (35 hours per week). The Branch Manager performs a variety of professional, administrative, supervisory and public service duties pertaining to the daily and long-term operations of the facility. The full job description, job posting, online application form and other details can be found at: http://www.westbloomfieldlibrary.org/aboutus/employment.php<https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=http://www.westbloomfieldlibrary.org/…> Submit cover letter, resume, completed application form and three professional work-related references to: Human Resources West Bloomfield Twp. Public Library 4600 Walnut Lake Rd. West Bloomfield, MI. 48323 Email: brunomic(a)wblib.org<mailto:brunomic@wblib.org> Fax: (248) 232-2333 Posting deadline: Thursday, May 25, 2017 Mike Bruno Westacres Branch Manager West Bloomfield Township Public Library 4600 Walnut Lake Road West Bloomfield, MI 48323 Main Phone: 248-682-2120 Branch Phone: 248-363-4022 http://www.westbloomfieldlibrary.org<br> <img src="http://www.wblib.org/graphics/emailsig.gif"><br> <a href="//www.wblib.org/includes/statistics.php?StatType=Link&StatID=Facebook&weblink=https://www.facebook.com/WestBloomfieldLibrary" title="Facebook" target="new_page"><img src="http://www.wblib.org/contactus/contactbar/graphics/static/cbfacebook.png" width="48" height="48" alt="Facebook"></a><a href="//www.wblib.org/includes/statistics.php?StatType=Link&StatID=Pinterest&weblink=https://www.pinterest.com/westbloomlib" title="Pinterest" target="new_page"><img src="http://www.wblib.org/contactus/contactbar/graphics/static/cbpinterest.png" width="48" height="48" alt="Pinterest"></a><a href="//www.wblib.org/includes/statistics.php?StatType=Link&StatID=Twitter&weblink=https://twitter.com/westbloomlib" title="Twitter" target="new_page"><img src="http://www.wblib.org/contactus/contactbar/graphics/static/cbtwitter.png" width="48" height="48" alt="Twitter"></a><a href="//www.wblib.org/includes/statistics.php?StatType=Link&StatID=Instagram&weblink=https://www.instagram.com/westbloomlib" title="Instagram" target="new_page"><img src="http://www.wblib.org/contactus/contactbar/graphics/static/cbinstagram.png" width="48" height="48" alt="Instagram"></a> <br><hr><br> This message is intended only for the individuals to whom it is addressed. Please note that it is strictly prohibited to disseminate, distribute or copy this information without expressed written permission. West Bloomfield Township Public Library does not guarantee that the integrity of this communication has been maintained or that this communication is free of viruses, interceptions, or interference.

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free stuff
by Ms. TJ Smith 11 May '17

11 May '17

I'm cleaning out cupboards and came across lots of extra stuff. Please respond off list with your RIDES code and I'll get items sent out. 3 bundles (25 copies per bundle) Focus on Finances newsletter - great for MSW and other financial info programs 3 bundles (25 copies per bundle) Savings Fitness booklets 3 bundles (25 copies per bundle) Building a Better Credit Report booklets 1 HP 901 tri-color cartridge 1 HP 22 tri-color cartridge 4 ID badge holders, horizontal (http://www.staples-3p.com/s7/is/image/Staples/s0344469_sc7?$splssku$) 16 clear cd cases 1 sample pack of DEMCO CircExtender Rigid Cover IV 4 copies "A Lion Called Christian" (paperback) 14 BroDart C-Vue Label Protectors 1 1/2" x 2" 1 packing tape dispenser (https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41OPnQ%2BGi0L.jpg) 1 laminated set hero/villain images and names - we used ours for a bracket during summer reading 15 (https://www.facebook.com/shermantwplib/photos/a.798831170210760.1073741830.…) 4 BroDart Adjustable Slip Covers 11 075 024 - 8 3/8" (http://www.shopbrodart.com/Library-Supplies/Book-Care-and-Repair-Supplies/B…) 2 BroDart Adjustable Slip Covers 11 075 023 - 8 1/4" (http://www.shopbrodart.com/Library-Supplies/Book-Care-and-Repair-Supplies/B…) 2 BroDart Adjustable Slip Covers 11 075 023 - 8" (http://www.shopbrodart.com/Library-Supplies/Book-Care-and-Repair-Supplies/B…) 2 BroDart Adjustable Slip Covers 11 075 033 - 9 1/16" (http://www.shopbrodart.com/Library-Supplies/Book-Care-and-Repair-Supplies/B…) 3 BroDart Adjustable Slip Covers 11 075 016 - 7 3/4" (http://www.shopbrodart.com/Library-Supplies/Book-Care-and-Repair-Supplies/B…) Ms. TJ Smith Library Director Sherman Township Library (989) 644-5131

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MeL Minute: Using MeL for Biography Research for Students
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 11 May '17

11 May '17

Hello Everyone! Do you have an elementary through high school aged student at your desk looking for resources to write a biography for a school assignment or just satisfy their curiosity? Look no further than MeL, we have outstanding biographies spread among our various resources. If you're looking to browse in a particular area, such as a figure for Women's History Month or a poet for National Poetry Month, BritannicaSchool<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-brit.php?database=BRSC…> is a good place to start. You can select era, national/cultural association, and then what the person is known for. Different people will appear for different age ranges depending on suitability and the article reading level can be scaled up or down. Other resources do better in specific areas. For instance, Research in Context<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-gale.php?database=MSIC> for middle schoolers has over 232 individual biographies just on civil rights figures and they're strong on ancient civilizations such as figures from India, Greece, Egypt, the Aztec Empire and Rome. If you're looking for presidential biographies, Kids InfoBits<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-gale.php?database=ITKE> is going to be your best bet at the elementary level and Britannica for high school<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-brit.php?database=BRHI…> students. Worldbook Kids<http://www.worldbookonline.com/kids/home?subacct=O6106> specializes in brief biographies for the K-5 group that you can break down and explore by gender, area of specialty, country or cultural heritage and time period. Chances are that MeL has what you're looking for when it comes to preK-12 educational needs but you may need to look in more than one place. We encourage you to familiarize yourself with the pros and cons of each student resource, particularly for that frequently needed biography research material. MeL databases are available to Michigan residents or Michigan library access only. MeL Minutes are brought to you by the Library of Michigan. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for the next MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact(a)mel.org<mailto:contact@mel.org>, visit http://mel.org<http://mel.org/>, or Sign up for the MeL Minute and other Library of Michigan e-mail lists via GovDelivery<https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/subscriber/new>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. Warm regards, Deb & Sonya D. R. Biggs, MA AMLS and Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultants Library of Michigan/Michigan Department of Education 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 Phone: 517-373-4466 http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> Like MeL on Facebook - http://facebook.com/mel.org

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All are welcome ! Honoring Rep Robert Wittenberg
by Lisa Valerio-Nowc 11 May '17

11 May '17

Good Morning, On May 15, 2017 the Royal Oak Twp Library will be hosting a recognition for State Rep Robert Wittenberg for his work on legislation supporting Michigan Libraries. Michigan Library Association Gail Madizar will present the award. Anyone wishing to attend and show your support may join us. Event begins at 11:00 am. Light Refreshment will be served. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me. Warm Regards, Lisa Lisa Valerio-Nowc Library Administrator Royal Oak Twp Public Library 21131 Gardenlane Ferndale, MI 48220 248-542-9205 lvalerio-nowc(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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QuickBooks for libraries
by Julie Censke - Colon Township Library 10 May '17

10 May '17

Hi All, Is anyone using QuickBooks Premier 2017 for their library budget? If so, do you like it and would you recommend it to other libraries? Sincerely, Julie Censke Colon Township Library (269) 432-3958 ph. (269) 432-4554 fax Julie.censke(a)monroe.lib.mi.us

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Summer Reading Pokemon Go parties
by Nannette Pretzer 10 May '17

10 May '17

Is there any libraries out in Michigan Library Land that have done a Pokémon Go party since the game came out last summer? If so, could you help me out with: 1. Ideas on what you did 2. What worked/What didnt work. 3. Any suggestions you can give? Thank you! Nannette Pretzer Director St. Charles District Library 104 W. Spruce Street St. Charles, MI 48655 www.stcharlesdistrictlibrary.org 989-865-9371 n.pretzer(a)stcharlesdistrictlibrary.org

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Neutral Zone training for Youth Advisory
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 10 May '17

10 May '17

FROM: John Weiss, Director of Strategic Initiatives Neutral Zone | Where Teens Lead, Create and Innovate 310 E. Washington | Ann Arbor, MI 48104 | 734.214.9995 ext. 222<tel:%28734%29%20214-9995> | www.neutral-zone.org<http://www.neutral-zone.org/> Join Neutral Zone on August 23-24 for two full days of strategies, practices and ideas for how to start and support an effective youth advisory in your program or school. We design our workshops to be active, engaging and focused on practical strategies and practices that can be directly applied in youth serving programs. As a result of the training participants will: * Identify meaningful roles youth can play in programs * Learn the components and stages of Neutral Zone's Teen Advisory Council * Examine participatory research processes as a way to engage youth * Learn and use planning strategies that can be applied to involving students in project * Understand the components of youth-adult partnerships (YAP) and how to support YAP * Practice strategies, including scaffolding and divergent questioning to effectively support youth-driven initiatives For more information or to register, go directly to registration/info page<https://goo.gl/tbFZ53> as well: https://goo.gl/tbFZ53 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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