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Manistee County Library - Director posting
by Sheryl Mase 27 Jul '17

27 Jul '17

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ALA News for July 25, 2017
by Steven Bowers 27 Jul '17

27 Jul '17

ALA News for July 25, 2017 NEWS FROM THE AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION ALA opens application period for Libraries Ready to Code grants The American Library Association (ALA) has opened the application period for grants to develop public and school library programming that promotes computer science (CS) and computational thinking (CT) among youth. The grant opportunity, announced last month, is the latest phase of the Libraries Ready to Code (RtC) initiative of ALA’s Office for Information Technology Policy (OITP), sponsored by Google. http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/07/ala-opens-application-period… ALA, Center for News Literacy announce plans to create media literacy training for public libraries The American Library Association (ALA), in collaboration with the Center for News Literacy at the Stony Brook School of Journalism, announce Media Literacy @ your library, a pilot program that will train public library professionals to teach their adult patrons to be better informed news consumers. http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/ala-center-news-literacy-announ… Committee Appointments 2018-2019 Loida Garcia-Febo, American Library Association (ALA) president-elect, encourages members to volunteer to serve on ALA, Council, and two joint committees for the 2018-2019 term (terms start on July 1, 2018). Serving on a committee provides members with leadership training, networking opportunities, and experience in working on specific association topics. http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/committee-appointments-2018-2019 Accepting Applications for 2018 Class of ALA Emerging Leaders The American Library Association (ALA) is now accepting applications for the 2018 class of Emerging Leaders (EL). Details on the program criteria as well as a link to the application can be found on the Emerging Leaders Web page<http://www.ala.org/educationcareers/leadership/emergingleaders/> http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/accepting-applications-2018-cla… PLA joins Legacy Partners for unveiling of DA2I report The Public Library Association (PLA) is teaming with its legacy partners to celebrate the launch of a new research report on the role of information access in development of sustainable societies around the world. Development and Access to Information (DA2I)<https://da2i.ifla.org/> is a joint project between the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA)<http://www.ifla.org/> and the Technology & Social Change Group (TASCHA)<http://tascha.uw.edu/> at the University of Washington Information School, which demonstrates how access to information and libraries contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals<https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/sdgs> (SDGs). http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/07/pla-joins-legacy-partners-un… Library Card Sign-up Month artwork featuring DC’s Teen Titans now available As honorary chairs of Library Card Sign-up Month, crimefighting DC Super Heroes, the Teen Titans, are appearing in print and digital Public Service Announcements (PSAs) to help promote the value of a library card. DC is also providing Teen Titans artwork for customizable library cards, billboards and social media graphics. http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/library-card-sign-month-artwork… Daveed Diggs and more arrive in the new ALA Graphics catalog The ALA Graphics fall catalog has mailed with more than a dozen exciting, new products<http://www.alastore.ala.org/SearchResult.aspx?CategoryID=291>. Look for actor Daveed Diggs who graces the catalog cover in the latest Celebrity READ® poster<http://www.alastore.ala.org/detail.aspx?ID=12122>. http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/daveed-diggs-and-more-arrive-ne… MEMBERSHIP NEWS Texas and Nebraska renew United for Libraries and ALA membership for their public library groups http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/07/texas-and-nebraska-renew-uni… PUBLISHING ACRL Creative Instructional Design: Practical Applications for Librarians http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/acrl-releases-creative-instruct… 2016 Academic Library Trends and Statistics http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/new-acrl-publication-2016-acade… AWARDS ALSC 'Children and Libraries' journal receives publishing award http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/children-and-libraries-journal-… HRDR Nitra Amelia Eastby Selected as the 2017 Tony B. Leisner Scholarship Recipient http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/nitra-amelia-eastby-selected-20… Rebecca Lea Lopez Selected as the 2017 Miriam L. Hornback Scholarship Recipient http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/rebecca-lea-lopez-selected-2017… Olivia Rose Muzzy Selected as the 2017 Christopher Hoy/ERT Scholarship Recipient http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/olivia-rose-muzzy-selected-2017… Susan O’Connell Selected as the 2017 David H. Clift Scholarship Recipient http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/susan-o-connell-selected-2017-d… Christina Wampler Selected as the 2017 Tom and Roberta Drewes Scholarship Recipient http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/christina-wampler-selected-2017… YALSA Meece wins stipend to attend YALSA’s 2017 YA Services Symposium http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/meece-wins-stipend-attend-yalsa… Anclade wins student stipend for YALSA’s 2017 YA Services Symposium http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/anclade-wins-student-stipend-ya… UNITED FOR LIBRARIES AT&T Michigan honored with United for Libraries Major Benefactor Citation http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2017/07/att-michigan-honored-united-… ECOURSES Becoming the Copyright Specialist in Your Library http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/new-iteration-becoming-copyrigh… Online Tutorials: Creating them Easily and Effectively http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/new-iteration-online-tutorials-… Introduction to Critical Information Literacy: Promoting Social Justice through Librarianship http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/07/new-iteration-introduction-crit…

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Adult Cookbook Club
by Barbara Sanford 27 Jul '17

27 Jul '17

Hello! We have a proposal to try an adult cookbook club at one of our small branches, with the premise being that patrons would register, check out a copy of the month's cookbook, and bring in a dish to pass from the cookbook to share. Has anyone done anything like this before? The alarmist in me immediately thinks of the safety of a potluck, and how do we protect ourselves from any potential liability...have waivers? Just a general notice at the event? Or am I being too paranoid? If anyone has done such an event, I would greatly appreciate your feedback/experience, off list. As usual, I would be happy to compile and share any responses I receive. Thanks so much! Barb Barbara Sanford Youth Collections and Programming Coordinator Chippewa River District Library 301 S. University Ave Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 (989)773-3242 X 23 bsanford(a)crdl.org<mailto:bsanford@crdl.org>

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Instruction and Reference Part-Time Librarian (Oakland University Libraries)
by Mariela Hristova 27 Jul '17

27 Jul '17

Job opening: Instruction and Reference Part-Time Librarian Oakland University Libraries seek a part-time librarian to provide information literacy instruction and reference services. Instruction-related duties include one-shot instruction sessions for WRT 160, a freshman composition course. Reference-related duties include staffing the research help desk and providing one-on-one research consultations. Part-time librarians also assist with special projects as assigned. Hours: about 15 hours per week, including evenings and/or weekends Salary: $22.50 per hour Start date: September 1, 2017 The job candidate must have an ALA-accredited MLS and strong orientation towards instruction and reference services. Experience in teaching and reference in an academic library is preferred. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please send a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for three references by email or mail to: Mariela Hristova, Interim Associate Dean Kresge Library, Room 300D 100 Library Drive Rochester, MI 48309-4479 hristova(a)oakland.edu :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: Please excuse the cross-posting if you have already seen this announcement elsewhere. Kindly, Mariela :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: <hristova(a)oakland.edu>

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Invitation to Representative Lee Chatfield's Award Presentation and Reception
by Ann Marie Smith 27 Jul '17

27 Jul '17

You are invited to a special award presentation and reception for State Representative Lee Chatfield on Tuesday, August 15 at 3:00 pm. The Pickford Community Library is hosting an event for the Michigan Library Association (MLA) recognizing Representative Chatfield as the MLA Legislator of the Year. We are honored for the opportunity to show our respect and gratitude for his service to the library community. Join us for an award presentation followed by a cookies and coffee reception featuring Kelly Slater's world famous cupcakes! Please spread the word. This event is free and open to the public; all are welcome. For more information, contact Pickford Community Library Manager Ann Marie Smith at 906-647-1288 or <mailto:amsmith@uproc.lib.mi.us> amsmith(a)uproc.lib.mi.us. The Pickford Community Library is located at 230 East Main Street in downtown Pickford. We hope to see you there.

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Help with an old book title
by Sylvia Merz 27 Jul '17

27 Jul '17

Anyone have a suggestion on a teen fiction book, patron remembers it's about kids on the potawami trail - her daughter who is 40 read it as a child. Quick search on-line doesn't come up with anything. Thanks for your help! Sylvia Merz, Director Leland Township Library 203 E. Cedar St., P.O. Box 736 Leland, MI 49654-0736 PH: 231-256-9152 FAX: 231-256-8847 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday - 10 to 5 Wednesday-10 to 6 Saturday-10 to 2 lelandlibrary.org

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Homebound/Outreach Responses
by Elissa Zimmer 27 Jul '17

27 Jul '17

Hello all, Thank you to those who shared their answers! There was a lot of interest in the compilation of the responses so I created a Google doc, which can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1c3wyqU2of5vw75Xoi5tBWrnbIfrfXfhVpm0Zh2y… Thanks again, Elissa Elissa Zimmer Head of Programming & Youth Services Fraser Public Library 16330 E 14 Mile Rd, Fraser, MI 48026 (586) 293-2055 ext. 306 for Children's Desk ext. 309 for Elissa Voicemail ONLY www.calendarwiz.com/fraserpubliclibrary

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WebJunction content and upcoming webinars
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 27 Jul '17

27 Jul '17

Greetings! Please see below for free library continuing education content. Access to WebJunction is provided to you, in part, by the Library of Michigan and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Free course registration now open! Wikipedia + Libraries: Better Together This fall, WebJunction will offer a free online training program for up to 500 US public library staff to learn to confidently engage with Wikipedia. The course will provide a collaborative learning environment for public library peers to build their Wikipedia skills, implement Wikipedia programming and amplify the role of libraries as information literacy leaders in their communities. Learn more about the program and enroll today<http://learn.webjunction.org/course/index.php?categoryid=53>! Highlighted content These resources can help you strengthen your library and services to the community, explore them today! * Bike the Branches at Brooklyn Public Library:<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/bike-the-branches.html> This fantastic fundraising idea could inspire you to get pedaling. The Brooklyn Public Library designed a day-long bike ride through BPL's 60-branch system, including a race for both amateurs and professionals, self-guided tours for the more leisurely bikers, and events and activities throughout the system for 35,000 visitors of all ages. * Visualizing (and Finding!) Funding for Libraries<http://learn.webjunction.org/course/search.php?search=tkacik> (recorded webinar): Visualizing Funding for Libraries is a free data-visualization tool that enables library professionals and supporters to search for institutional funding for libraries at national, state, and local levels. Learn pro tips on navigating the tool as well as next steps on how to pursue new funding opportunities. Data visualizations such as maps, network constellations, and partnership pathways showcase key networks of funders and recipients, as well as individual grants that highlight the library services and programs that are winning grants. Free WebJunction webinars for you! These upcoming webinars are open for registration. If you can’t attend a live session, all WebJunction webinars are recorded and available for free in the Course Catalog<http://learn.webjunction.org/>. More Than #MotivationMonday: Motivating Your Team Any Day of the Week Thursday, August 17, 2017 ♦ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ♦ 1 hour Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/motivating-your-team.html Employees motivated to deliver top notch service are key to a library’s success. But many in library organizations don’t know how to effectively instigate employee motivation. As a critical management and leadership skill, it’s important to know what motivation is and isn't, what works and what doesn’t. In this session, we’ll explore factors that influence motivation at work and review strategies for supervisors to keep their teams motivated and productive. No matter the size of your library or your role, you will be inspired to find your own motivation and be able to catalyze others! Presented by: Rachel G. Rubin, MLIS, PhD, Director, Bexley (OH) Public Library, soon to be Director of Library and Information Services, Capital University (OH) IFLA’s Global Vision: An Interactive Discussion Thursday, August 24, 2017 ♦ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ♦ 1 hour Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/global-vision-an-interactive-… Earlier this year, the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) launched a series of Global Vision<https://globalvision.ifla.org/> discussions to bring together thousands of librarians around the world, through face-to-face and online interactive participation, to explore how a connected library field can meet the challenges of the future. IFLA believes that the challenges facing the library field from ever-increasing globalization can only be met and overcome by an inclusive, global response from a united library field. By joining us for this webinar, you can participate in this global discussion to identify future challenges and opportunities facing the library field and help to prioritize actions that a united and connected library field can take. The Association for Rural and Small Libraries<http://arsl.info/>, in collaboration with WebJunction, invites rural and small libraries to join this highly interactive webinar discussion to voice your opinions and contribute to shaping a unique and comprehensive IFLA Global Vision. In preparation, you may want to reflect on your work in the library field: Why do you think your work is important? How do you see your work in the future? You may also refer to IFLA’s Trend Report<https://trends.ifla.org/> as well as other relevant publications about libraries and the trends and developments affecting them. Together we build literate, informed and participative societies. Together we create the future. Join us! Facilitated by: Jennifer Pearson, ARSL board member, IFLA Global Vision North American regional discussion representative, and director Marshall County Memorial Library (TN)

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Bookmobile Question
by monica＠boynelibrary.org 27 Jul '17

27 Jul '17

Hi everyone! I am the Assistant Director at the Boyne District Library. We are a class 3 library in northern Michigan. We are looking into the possibility of purchasing a bookmobile. I am hoping to gather some feedback from those of you that have experience with bookmobiles. For example, how long have you had one, what kind of traffic do you see, what are the yearly maintenance costs, how do you "stock" your bookmobile-mostly print or some technology, are your insurance premiums high? And any other concerns or reasons you love them. Thanks in advance for your help with this. Please send responses to kroondykm(a)boynelibrary.org. I will compile a list of responses and share with anyone who is interested. Thanks!

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Fwd: Free Desks
by Stephanie Mallak Olson 27 Jul '17

27 Jul '17

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