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[Job Opportunity] Youth Services Library Page
by BTPL Careers 02 Oct '17

02 Oct '17

Greetings, All-- We have a part-time job opportunity in the wonderful Youth Services Department for a Library Page: EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE The Bloomfield Township Public Library is seeking a professional and resourceful Library Page to support the Library’s circulation needs. The Bloomfield Township Public Library is a Class 5 Library, with a service population of 41,070 people. There is strong community support for the Library and its collections, services and programs offered. Technology is integrated into Library services. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to provide quality service to the staff and the public and the desire to work in a collaborative, team environment. POSITION TITLE: Youth Services Page DEPARTMENT: Youth Services, reporting to Assistant Department Head RESPONSIBILITIES: Direct public service: • provides positive, pleasant professional services to staff and public • directs patrons to appropriate staff for assistance • retrieves materials for patrons and staff Indirect public service: • sorts and shelves materials, • reads shelves to ensure accurate order so that materials can be found by patrons • follows direction of supervisor • assists department staff before and after programs when needed REQUIREMENTS: Minimum: • Able to lift, bend, and stoop to shelve materials • Able to push or pull carts weighing at least 20 pounds • Desire to serve the public in a positive manner • able to visually review materials and discern voice and audible tones Desirable: • Public library work experience • Computer/keyboard experience HOURS: Part-time, approximately 10 weekly, including some evenings and weekends. WAGE & BENEFITS: $8.90, per hour with increase possible upon successful completion of three month orientation. APPLICATION: Due Monday, October 23, 2017. A resume, cover letter, and a clerical skills test must accompany your application. The application and the test are available at the Library’s Welcome Desk. The application is also available on the Library’s website at btpl.org/about-us/employment-volunteer/ Mail to: Careers Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Road Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 OR email to careers(a)btpl.org Bloomfield Township Public Library champions the power of words to spark discovery and imagination. For more information about the Library, visit our website: www.btpl.org ---------------------------------- Best Regards, Linden Godlove Director's Secretary Bloomfield Township Public Library

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ALA opportunity for small/rural public libraries
by Steven Bowers 02 Oct '17

02 Oct '17

****** Public libraries that serve small and/or rural communities are invited to apply for a travel stipend to attend a one-day dialogue and deliberation pre-conference workshop at the 2018 American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference in New Orleans. “Libraries Transforming Communities: Conversation Café Workshop for Public Libraries Serving Small, Mid-Sized and/or Rural Communities” will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, June 22, 2018, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans. Attending the pre-conference is free, though space will be limited to 50 participants. Twenty-five participants from public libraries serving small and/or rural communities will be selected to receive an $800 stipend to help cover travel costs for one library employee. Those interested in applying for a travel stipend should read the project guidelines<https://apply.ala.org/LTC2018/guidelines> and submit an online application<https://apply.ala.org/LTC2018/> by March 9, 2018. Applicants need not be ALA members. This workshop is offered as part of Libraries Transforming Communities: Models for Change<http://www.ala.org/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communit…>, an initiative of ALA and the National Coalition for Dialogue & Deliberation (NCDD). The initiative seeks to introduce libraries to various dialogue and deliberation approaches, enabling libraries to foster conversation and lead change in their communities. Libraries Transforming Communities: Models for Change Series 3<http://www.ala.org/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communit…> highlights dialogue and deliberation models most useful for public libraries serving small, mid-sized and/or rural communities. (Learn more about our earlier offerings, Series 1 for public libraries serving large and/or urban communities<http://www.ala.org/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communit…> or Series 2 for academic libraries<http://www.ala.org/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communit…>.) Before attending the in-person workshop in New Orleans, Series 3 participants must view three 90-minute online learning sessions in winter/spring 2018. The three free webinars, respectively, will offer an introduction to dialogue and deliberation; an overview of the Future Search<http://www.futuresearch.net/method/whatis/> approach; and an overview of the Conversation Café<http://www.conversationcafe.org/> approach. Register for the three Series 3 webinars.<http://www.ala.org/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communit…> The in-person workshop will provide a deeper exploration of Conversation Café, allowing attendees to participate in a Café and discuss applications, opportunities and challenges of the approach. Libraries Transforming Communities: Models for Change is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services grant RE-40-16-0137-16. _______________ Sarah Ostman Communications Manager Public Programs Office American Library Association 312-280-5061 For an online, shareable version of this announcement, please visit: http://www.programminglibrarian.org/articles/dialogue-deliberation-workshop…

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Ellison Free
by Sherri West 02 Oct '17

02 Oct '17

Westland Library has an extra Ellison die machine. It needs new pads and does not come with the die cuts. Any interest please respond to sherri.west(a)westlandlibrary.org<mailto:sherri.west@westlandlibrary.org>. Must be able to pick up. I think it's too heavy to put on Rides. See photo attached. Sherri L. West Administrative Manager Westland Public Library 734-326-6123 ext.2827

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Connections, the Wayne State School of Information Sciences Newsletter: September/October 2017
by Christine Illichmann 02 Oct '17

02 Oct '17

The September/October 2017 issue of Connections is now available. Read, subscribe, and share: http://bit.ly/Sept_Oct_2017_Connections Christine Ayar Illichmann, MLIS Communications and Engagement Coordinator Adjunct Online Faculty School of Information Sciences Wayne State University 106 Kresge Detroit, Michigan 48202 sis.wayne.edu<http://sis.wayne.edu/>

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October 10, 11, & 13 - Free workshops on innovation, community partnership, and strategic vision!
by Sara Wedell 02 Oct '17

02 Oct '17

The Ann Arbor District Library is offering three free workshops for library, academic, and creative professionals. We hope you can join us! These events are facilitated by [ https://mechanicaldolphin.com/about/ | Dr. Matt Finch ] , Community Engagement Project Developer for the University of Southern Queensland and Creative/Researcher for British Library Labs. He is a thinker and doer of big, weird things that invite and involve the community in big, weird ways. [ http://www.aadl.org/node/367296 | Mess, Play, and Meaning: The Great Information Experience ] Tuesday, October 10 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at AADL's Downtown Library - [ https://goo.gl/maps/eLJdRQgqxdU2 | 343 S. Fifth Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 ] . Explore a toolkit of activities and approaches for devising open-ended, participant-led events and activities which will let your community "step into the story" through a combination of make-believe and practical challenges. Learn about approaches to partnership which expand our conception of what is possible when it comes to unleashing the creativity of our communities...and devise an amazing immersive world of your own. [ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeWI_GKfEvbrjn-qONlFCox-WOXB1ShkiB… | Register now for Mess, Play, and Meaning: The Great Information Experience ] . [ http://www.aadl.org/node/367298 | Dr. Matt Finch: Brown Bag Lunch Talk: Turkeys, Cake, and Pacific Skies: Rethinking Learning, Innovation, and Community Engagement as Information Experiences ] Wednesday, October 11 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm at the University of Michigan Undergraduate Library Shapiro Design Lab - [ https://goo.gl/maps/Zcns95bGSMB2 | 919 S. University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 ] . Dr. Finch will discuss his experience training health practitioners using cake and Transformers toys, devising mission statements for academic staff, creating open-ended learning opportunities with everyday materials, and the challenges of community consultation in an outback state 2 1/2 times the size of Texas. Giving examples of practical strategies, Matt will lead a discussion about the core ideas that sustain these practices, and how they can be applied to fit different purposes, institutions, and contexts. [ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOjsb_cQNM-Kk45ULJ7VqHkGlMBiMUSYq… | Register now for ] [ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOjsb_cQNM-Kk45ULJ7VqHkGlMBiMUSYq… | Brown Bag Lunch Talk: Turkeys, Cake, and Pacific Skies ] . [ http://www.aadl.org/node/367300 | Battle for Library Island ] Friday, October 13 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at AADL's Downtown Library - [ https://goo.gl/maps/eLJdRQgqxdU2 | 343 S. Fifth Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 ] . Explore libraries' work from a unique perspective with this participatory session covering five years in the life of a library-loving island nation. Step into the shoes of a librarian, community member, or government official in a fictional country, to explore the challenges and opportunities in those roles and relationships. These will be drama, there will be danger - there will be the freedom to reimagine librarianship in a whole new way. Library Island is live-action simulated community engagement with practical take-homes, forcing us to rethink service development, innovation, and our strategic vision for libraries' future. Attendees will learn to use a toolkit of fast, practical, cost-effective approaches to develop a collective library vision which can be embraced by staff and stakeholders alike; by trying out each activity, attendees will also discover more about their own priorities and perspectives on what the library is and what it might become. [ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeI1nCHdiVXzPILBhZaXpIHLkk_yd-5mV0… | Register now for Battle for Library Island! ] Please share widely. Thanks! Sara Wedell Production Librarian | Ann Arbor District Library wedells(a)aadl.org | (734) 327-4225

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Michlib-l best practices
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 02 Oct '17

02 Oct '17

Greetings Michigan Library Community, This is a best practices update for posting to Michlib-l; I'll be sending this out quarterly going forward. We welcome your participation on Michlib-l. There are a few guidelines that help improve the experience for everyone: 1. Please keep in mind when composing your messages that attachments are removed from posts for digest subscribers and in the archives. For maximum reach, embed the text you wish readers to see in the body of your message. If an attachment is especially important for its images, formatting or other reasons, upload it to your website and then link to it in your message to Michlib-l. 2. Do not post replies that are meant for one person to the entire list. You can accomplish this by using the "Reply" feature and not "Reply All." 3. If you ask for group input on a topic, offer to collect the responses and then re-post them to the list so everyone can benefit. Be sure to embed those responses in the body of your message. And, of course, a little patience goes a long way. We've all accidentally posted something to a list that was only meant for one person so gentleness with each other is helpful as well. Have a fabulous day in Library Land, Sonya Sonya Schryer Norris Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 517-373-4457 http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://mel.org http://michlibrary.org

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RLC Awards - wouldn't it be nice to see your favorite librarian on stage?
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 02 Oct '17

02 Oct '17

We all enjoy the feeling of being recognized by our peers for a job well done. This is your opportunity to take a few hours between now and January 12th to put together a nomination packet for one of four awards being given at RLC 2018 in Traverse City. Please consider who you know that meets the quality of excellence in the profession. Do you know someone at a small or rural library who is a leader in our profession? Do you have a Trustee or Friend who goes above and beyond the call of duty to promote and advance your library? Do you know a small or rural library that truly excels? We want to hear from you! It's time again to nominate libraries, staff, trustees, and friends of small and rural libraries for a Loleta Fyan Conference Award. Self-nominations are accepted for the Mendel award that goes to a library and it includes a cash prize! The conference will be held at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Acme outside Traverse City April 30-May 2, 2018. Nominations are due by Friday, January 12, 2018 to norriss2(a)michigan.gov or by post to Sonya Schryer Norris, Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48909. There will be four awards in 2018. The categories are: * Outstanding Small/Rural Librarian Award * Trustee/Friend Award * Patron Service Award (includes children's services) * The June B. Mendel Award for Excellence in Rural Library Service (this award goes to a small/rural library) Please note that library cooperative staff and conference planning committee chairs are not eligible for conference awards. To qualify for the award the library must serve a population of 25,000 or less. Branch locations of larger libraries do not qualify for nomination. Nominations may come from a library director or staff, another library, a library user, a community business or organization, a library cooperative or a library may self-nominate for the June B. Mendel Award for Excellence in Rural Library Service. The award nomination form is attached and can also be found at this link: Award Nomination Form<http://michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/Call_for_Nominations_2018_R…>. Nominations are due by Friday, January 12, 2018 but we encourage you to get them in early. Sonya Schryer Norris Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 517-373-4457 http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://mel.org http://michlibrary.org

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Job Posting for Local Government Records Archivist with the Archives of Michigan-DNR
by White, Shannon (MDE) 30 Sep '17

30 Sep '17

The Archives of Michigan, part of the Michigan History Center, in the Department of Natural Resources, has a job posting out for an archivist. See below for full details. Closing date for applications is October 15, 2017. Description This position contributes to the daily operation of the Archives Section and will be the local government records liaison for county, township and municipal government agencies. The position can expect to work on a wide array of projects, but will focus on local government paper and electronic records preservation with the Preservica system and processing archival records. This position will be key to building relationships with local government agencies in the preservation of paper and electronic records with historical value. The position will also work in reference and processing records. Required Education and Experience Education Possession of a master's degree in history, art history, museum studies, anthropology, American Studies, architectural history, historic preservation, or archival management. Preferred: M.I.S. or M.L.I.S. in information science with a concentration in archives and records management. Experience Historian 9 No specific type or amount is required. Historian 10 One year of professional experience involving the study, preservation, analysis, interpretation, and preservation of history, historical artifacts, records, and sites equivalent to an Historian 9. Historian P11 Two years of professional experience involving the study, preservation, analysis, interpretation, and preservation of history, historical artifacts, records, and sites equivalent to an Historian, including one year equivalent to an Historian 10; or, three years of professional experience recording, preserving, and presenting Michigan history, historical artifacts, records, and sites at a museum, historical site, archives, publication office, or historical site preservation office equivalent to a History Specialist 10. Preferred: Experience in an archival and/or library setting. Alternate Education and Experience This position contributes to the daily operation of the Archives Section and will be the local government records liaison for county, township and municipal government agencies. The position can expect to work on a wide array of projects, but will focus on local government paper and electronic records preservation with the Preservica system and processing archival records. This position will be key to building relationships with local government agencies in the preservation of paper and electronic records with historical value. The position will also work in reference and processing records. Additional Requirements and Information Position Description<https://civilservice.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/Historian%20E%20PD.pdf> Please attach an electronic and/or scanned copy of your official college/university transcripts. For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further. Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. View the entire job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/Historian_12717_7.pdf --------------------------- Shannon White Library of Michigan 517-373-9489

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MeL Databases Statistics
by Megan Dudek 29 Sep '17

29 Sep '17

Hi all – Just a reminder that if you are interested in your MeL Databases statistics, vendor specific information on how to gather those can be found at: https://www.mcls.org/index.php?cID=269 Please don’t hesitate to contact meldatabaseshelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:meldatabaseshelp@mcls.org> with any questions or issues. Thanks! Megan Megan Dudek MeL Catalog Training & Support Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) (800) 530-9019 ext 153 [cebook]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [itter] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [id:image003.png@01D31BE8.29D76160] <http://www.mcls.org/>

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UPCOMING WORKSHOPS: Fading Photos, Basic Archives, and More!
by Historical Society of Michigan 29 Sep '17

29 Sep '17

Upcoming Workshops - October 11, 13, and 18 Fading Photos: How to Identify, Scan, Restore, and Archive Historical Photographs October 11 - 1-4 p.m. Special Off-Site Workshop in Bay City by Robert Myers, Historical Society of Michigan <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website! This workshop will assist small museums, historical societies, and interested collectors in identifying and preserving their historic photographs. The presenter will review basic conservation techniques, storage recommendations, digital scanning for access, and how to approach cataloging issues. There will also be plenty of time for participants to ask questions and have hands-on experiences. Please Note: This workshop will take place at the Historical Museum of Bay County, 321 Washington Ave., Bay City, MI 48708. Remote access will NOT be available. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website! Advanced Archives October 13 - 9 a.m.-12 p.m. by Alexandra Orchard, Wayne State University This workshop is designed for participants who have some experience working with archival materials and have already gained a basic understanding of archival principles. Participants will learn advanced skills in handling a variety of items and making them accessible. The speaker will provide details on arrangement and description methods of physical collections, from large to small, while touching on management and the delivery of both physical and digital materials. Please Note: This workshop will take place at the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, MI, 48911. Remote access will be available. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website! Fading Photos: How to Identify, Scan, Restore, and Archive Historical Photographs October 18 - 1-4 p.m. Special Off-Site Workshop in Caledonia by Robert Myers, Historical Society of Michigan <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website! This workshop will assist small museums, historical societies, and interested collectors in identifying and preserving their historic photographs. The presenter will review basic conservation techniques, storage recommendations, digital scanning for access, and how to approach cataloging issues. There will also be plenty of time for participants to ask questions and have hands-on experiences. Please Note: This workshop will take place at the Kent District Library - Caledonia Township Branch, 6260 92nd St. SE, Caledonia, MI 49316. Remote access will NOT be available. <http://hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website! _____ 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 Registration Details New for 2017! Participants can now "attend" remotely, if they prefer. See our website for full details. (Remote access is not available for off-site workshops.) Workshops are held from 9 a.m. to noon (unless noted) at the Meijer Education Center at the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, Michigan. If you are a personal member of HSM or represent an organization that itself is a member of the Society, registration is $39. Registration for non-members is $79 and includes a one-year HSM Individual Level 1 membership. Future History Skills Workshops <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Visit our website for full descriptions of each workshop. Wednesday, October 25 Special Off-Site Workshop in Dundee Basic Archives Friday, October 27 Exhibits on a Shoestring Friday, October 27 Special Off-Site Workshop in Gaylord Taming the Chaos and Clutter: Collections Management for Small Museums Wednesday, November 8 Special Off-Site Workshop in Marquette Taming the Chaos and Clutter: Collections Management for Small Museums 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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