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MeL Minute: Battle of the Books
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 02 Mar '17

02 Mar '17

Hello Everyone! No matter what your school or library calls them, reading challenges are standard tools to motivate and educate. There's always a need for students to obtain recommendations for, and access to, books that fit particular criteria: read a genre you're not familiar with, an award winner, story set in a different country, nonfiction, etc. MeL databases can be of assistance with this activity. eBook K-8 Collection<http://galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-ebsco.php?database=EBK8> contains fiction and nonfiction books to read online and download for offline use. Browse categories or search for exactly what you want. With NoveList K-8 Plus<http://galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-ebsco.php?database=NOVEL> users can create reading lists by subject, age, story line, character, etc. and automatically "Check the MeLCat catalog for availability". Read reviews, find read-alikes, and learn about the author, too. Enjoy! MeL databases are available to Michigan residents or Michigan library access only. Find out more about MeL databases that can help young readers by tuning into the March 22, 2017 webinar: http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI… 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. Deb Renee Biggs, MA AMLS Library Consultant & Michigan eLibrary Coordinator 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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ALA Council Candidates in Michigan
by Steven Bowers 02 Mar '17

02 Mar '17

For any ALA members voting in this year's ALA Council election I encourage you to support the individuals from Michigan who are running. A slate of names for candidates from Michigan is attached. -Steve Steven K. Bowers Executive Director Detroit Area Library Network ALA Councilor for the Michigan Library Association MLA Board of Directors, President Elect www.dalnet.org<http://www.dalnet.org> "DALNET is a community of libraries working together to provide access to information for research, cultural enrichment, and lifelong learning opportunities."

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Free to a Good Home
by Sharon Crotser-Toy 02 Mar '17

02 Mar '17

Greetings, everyone -- We are set to replace our old circulation desk with a "new to us" model, so the original piece is looking for a new home. I believe the desk to have been built for us around 1985, and has definitely seen some wear (thus, the price!) Photo's attached. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks! -- Sharon Crotser-Toy Director *Watervliet District Library* 333 N. Main Street Watervliet, MI 49098 269-463-6382 <(269)%20463-6382> Connects People, Inspires Ideas, Transforms Lives

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(no subject)
by Patricia Slater 02 Mar '17

02 Mar '17

Thank you so much to everyone who took the time to answer my plea for another source for paperbacks other than Scholastic. Thank you!! -- Patricia Slater Head of Youth/Teen Services Redford Township District Library 313-531-5960 x 117

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Crisis Text Line Info
by Mary J 02 Mar '17

02 Mar '17

Dear Michigan Team, I want to share with you Crisis Text Line, the nation’s first free, 24/7 text line for people in crisis. People nationwide can text 741741 to be connected with a trained Crisis Counselor. Nancy Lublin's (Founder + CEO) TED talk does a great job of explaining how it works here: https://www.ted.com/talks/nancy_lublin_texting_that_saves_lives Here are: -A flyer to post (Natl Texter Flyer) https://drive.google.com/open?id=0BzUY6ScGlxiVUHZ2MTM0WVQ3bDA -Stickers you can print (Sticker 10 per page: to print on Avery 8164 2” x 4” stickers) https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BzUY6ScGlxiVOVpVMDgzMlV2ajQ/view?usp=shari… -Logo (a png image to post) https://drive.google.com/open?id=0BzUY6ScGlxiVSkhsbkxWSW1kMlU What happens when you text the Crisis Text Line? Crisis Text Line: First, you’re in crisis. That doesn’t just mean suicide: it’s any painful emotion that’s getting in your way, for which you need support. Next, you text us at 741741. Your opening message can say anything: "Hello," "Start," or a description of what you're feeling. The first responses are automated. They tell you that you're being connected with a Crisis Counselor, and invite you to share a bit more. When you’ve reached a Crisis Counselor, they’ll introduce themselves, reflect on what you’ve said, and ask you to share at your own pace. You’ll then text back and forth with the Crisis Counselor. You never have to share anything you don’t want to. The Crisis Counselor will help you sort through your feelings by asking questions, empathizing, and actively listening. -Our service is completely free, but messaging rates apply if you’re NOT on Verizon, Sprint, AT&T, or T-Mobile. -About 90% of the time, it takes less than five minutes to connect you with a Crisis Counselor. It may take longer during busy times. Thanks for sharing this valuable resource with your communities. Every little bit helps! PS Please excuse any cross posting. -- Mary Jo Vortkamp Manager Franklin Branch of the Detroit Public Library 13651 E. McNichols 313-481-1741

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Register Today for Beginning Workshop!
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 02 Mar '17

02 Mar '17

Registration is now open for the Library of Michigan's 2017 Beginning Workshop. The Library of Michigan's Beginning Workshop is a yearly 3-day event geared for library staff members that have not had the opportunity for formal library coursework. Its aim is to introduce library staff to a variety of topics and offer them practical skills that they can use working in a Michigan public library. Anyone new to the profession or just hired at a library, no matter what their academic credentials, is welcome to attend the event. For those seeking an initial Level 3 or Level 4 certificate from the Library of Michigan attendance at the entire Beginning Workshop is obligatory. For more information or to register for Beginning Workshop, click here<The%20Library%20of%20Michigan's%20Beginning%20Workshop%20is%20a%20yearly%203-day%20event%20geared%20for%20library%20staff%20members%20that%20have%20not%20had%20the%20opportunity%20for%20formal%20library%20coursework.%20Its%20aim%20is%20to%20introduce%20library%20staff%20to%20a%20variety%20of%20topics%20and%20offer%20them%20practical%20skills%20that%20they%20can%20use%20working%20in%20a%20Michigan%20public%20library.%20Anyone%20new%20to%20the%20profession%20or%20just%20hired%20at%20a%20library,%20no%20matter%20what%20their%20academic%20credentials,%20is%20welcome%20to%20attend%20the%20event.>. Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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MDE's March is Reading Month Message
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 02 Mar '17

02 Mar '17

Featuring our own Michigan Reads!<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-18668_26038---,00.ht…> Cathy From: MDE Communications [mailto:MDE@govsubscriptions.michigan.gov] Sent: Thursday, March 2, 2017 2:24 PM To: Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) <LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov> Subject: March is Reading Month Message [MDE Banner 2016] [Podcast] <http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> Bubble Gum, Bubble Gum March is Reading Month and the State Superintendent is asked each year to come to schools all across Michigan and read to the students. He loves reading to kids, especially his grandkids. Because State Superintendent Brian Whiston's schedule doesn't allow him to reach all of the schools that ask, he wanted to provide a video of himself reading a children's book that schools and early childcare centers can play to the children. Brian offers a brief message about the importance of learning to read, followed by him reading Bubble Gum, Bubble Gum. HAPPY READING MONTH! http://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,4615,7-140--406093--,00.html<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> ________________________________ [Michigan Department of Education Logo]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> Questions? Contact Us<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> STAY CONNECTED: [Visit us on Facebook]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> [Visit us on Twitter]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> [Sign up for email updates]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZ…> ________________________________ This email was sent to lancasterc5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:lancasterc5@michigan.gov> using GovDelivery, on behalf of: Michigan Department of Education * 608 W. Allegan Street, P.O. Box 30008 * Lansing, MI 48909

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small bag are gone
by Loretta Sherfield 02 Mar '17

02 Mar '17

-- Loretta Sherfield Branch District Library Interlibrary Loan Department

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small bags up for grabs
by Loretta Sherfield 02 Mar '17

02 Mar '17

Hi: Have a whole tote of small bags to give away to first library to ask. Thanks, Loretta Loretta Sherfield Branch District Library Interlibrary Loan Department

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Check out these upcoming workshops from WebJunction.
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 02 Mar '17

02 Mar '17

Check out these free upcoming workshops from WebJunction, offered courtesy of the library of Michigan Privacy Literacy at Your Library Tuesday, March 7 3:00 PM-4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time Our offline lives are no longer separate from our online identities. Many people are unaware of how their information is being used, what they have control over, or how to have safe online interactions. San José Public Library's Virtual Privacy Lab <http://click.e.oclc.org/?qs=56e402348b564c13a6023730ee4c4730a1d5d8941a44d1f…> has developed a seven-module customized learning experience for library patrons, in English, Spanish and Vietnamese. The modules guide users through topics such as social media and security, and provide personalized tips, links and resources that enable them to feel safe and confident online. This privacy literacy resource is available for everyone, so learn how you can utilize the online Virtual Privacy Lab with the populations you serve at your library. This webinar is part of a series highlighting the work of recent LJ Movers & Shakers and is hosted in collaboration with Library Journal. Presented by: Erin Berman, Innovations Manager, San José Public Library (CA) Whole Person Librarianship: Fostering Empathy in Challenging Times Tuesday, March 28 3:00 PM-4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time Libraries are among the few public spaces that feel safe and welcoming to everyone in our current political landscape. As librarians striving to provide equitable service, we are challenged to meet the needs of patrons whose life experiences are markedly different from our own. To address these challenges, we have much to learn much from social workers, who are trained to approach their clients with empathy while maintaining professional boundaries. Whole Person Librarianship draws from social work concepts to help librarians become more confident in learning from, interacting with, and serving diverse patrons. Learn basic ideas to build your empathy skills, such as cultural humility and person-in-environment, to apply right away to your library practice, as well as where to find more in-depth information and support. Presented by: Sara Zettervall, Founder, Whole Person Librarianship<http://click.e.oclc.org/?qs=56e402348b564c137e287b3fcf585c2f0501a45b9a49e1d…>, and Adult Services Librarian, Hennepin County Library (MN); and Mary Nienow, PhD Candidate in Social Work, and beginning in August 2017, Assistant Professor, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (WI). Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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