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HISTORY HOUNDS: Above and Below the Waves: The Eastland Disaster on the Great Lakes - May 10
by MHM Editor 02 May '17

02 May '17

Upcoming Lecture . Wednesday, May 10 Above and Below the Waves: The Eastland Disaster on the Great Lakes with Caitlyn Perry Dial, Michigan Women's History Center and Hall of Fame 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. HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $5. "Above and Below the Waves: The Eastland Disaster on the Great Lakes" will take place on Wednesday, May 10, at 7 p.m. The passenger boat Eastland called St. Joseph, Michigan, home and transported passengers daily between that city and Chicago. On July 24, 1915, the Western Electric Company chartered the boat to transport their employees to a company picnic in Michigan City, Indiana. Eastland capsized while still tied to the dock, killing 844 people. This presentation will discuss the boat's history; the events of that day; and how, after a century, the tragedy remains the Great Lakes' greatest disaster in terms of loss of life. **Some of the images shown during this presentation are graphic and show body recovery.** _____ If you consider yourself a History Hound, always wanting to "sniff out" and explore Michigan's most fascinating historical facets, join us for our evening series of in-depth lectures. The Historical Society of Michigan's History Hounds Lecture Series allows attendees to delve into Michigan's history and dig up a bone or two of new appreciation to take home. HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $5. <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. If you are an individual member of HSM, registration is FREE. Registration for non-members is $5. 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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Job Posting: Library Media Specialist - MI Teaching Certificate w/ ND Endorsement Required - Brighton Area Schools
by Chris Turner 02 May '17

02 May '17

Brighton Area Schools has a vacancy for your consideration. Please find the details below. POSITION: Library Media Specialist REPORTS TO: Building Administrator AFFILIATION: Brighton Education Association (BEA) RATE OF PAY: Per Master Agreement QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Michigan Teaching Certificate 2. ALA Accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science with an ND Endorsement 3. Educational Technology Experience 4. 21st Century Teaching and Learning Advocate RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Effective leadership in information processing skills, technology, and library media services as a consultant to faculty and administration. 2. Support professional staff by advocacy of 21st century teaching and learning. 3. Annually analyze and evaluate the media center program; establish new policies and services as necessary; and determine need to advocate for updated technology. 4. Participate in professional association(s) at the local, state and national levels, including conferences and workshops. 5. Remain current in the media profession through classes, research, publishing, and continuing education units, etc. 6. Serve as the instructional resource and materials specialist. 7. Member of the district technology advisory committee. 8. Assist teachers and students in the production and selection of instructional materials. 9. Deliver instruction in enrichment programming for all students (STEAM programming). 10. Maintain print and non-print collections, including assessment, inventory, and replacement selections. 11. Provide professional development experiences in the use and application of the full range of media and materials, including multimedia. 12. Systematically inform staff of new developments in educational technology. 13. Maintain the school’s inventory of educational technology equipment and make recommendations for new purchases. 14. Perform minor/routine in-building maintenance of equipment and coordinate major repairs. 15. Organize the scheduling and use of equipment and media. 16. Participate in curriculum planning and instructional development at the building, district, and state level. 17. Model the effective use of educational technology in classrooms for students and staff. 18. Participate in district level media and technology meetings. 19. Building and library webmaster. EVALUATION: Performance for this position will be evaluated on an annual basis by the building principal. Brighton Area Schools uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online. To apply online, please follow this link: https://www.applitrack.com/brightonk12/OnlineApp/JobPostings/View.asp?Appli… -- -- All communications on this system are subject to the Brighton Area Schools Acceptable Use Policy, available at http://links.brightonk12.com/aup <http://links.brightonk12.com/aup>

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Best Practices for One-on-One Tech Tutoring w. Patrons
by Amy Greschaw 02 May '17

02 May '17

Greetings, Libraryland! Our one-on-one tech tutoring program is extremely popular with our patrons: it's probably one of the most valuable services we provide. We have, however, run into a few issues with the program that I'd like to address in order to make it a better experience both for our patrons and our staff! Our chief issues are: 1. patrons who want to keep attending sessions week after week, either because they enjoy the social aspect, they keep coming up with new issues or problems they'd like to address, or they're unable to retain the skills they've practiced in the initial sessions. If we had unlimited time and staffing, this wouldn't be an issue, but it's gotten to the point that existing participants are making it difficult for new people to make appointments. 2. Folks want us to address issues outside the scope of the program, and we have difficulty conveying to potential participants exactly what the scope of this program is. Another issue that's only come up once, but that we'd like to prevent emerging again in the future, is a participant asking a staff member to make changes to her phone, and then believing those changes "broke" her phone. So, if you have a tech tutoring program, had a tech tutoring program in the past, or are/were considering one: I'd like to hear from you! I'll list some questions below to jump start your thinking, but please don't feel you need to go down the list and answer each one. Mostly, I'd like to know: if you have a program, do you feel it works for your library? What aspects do or don't work? What problems have you encountered or anticipated, and how did you address them? I'm especially interested to hear if you've made changes to your program over time to improve it or to address certain issues, and how that worked out for you. If you have any materials that you'd be willing to share, I'd be so appreciative! Advertisements, sign-up sheets, or anything with wording on it that explains your program to patrons or staff. I'll compile and summarize all the responses I receive to send to the list. QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER: * How is your program structured? Is it drop-in, by-appointment, or a mixture of both? Are there certain time slots set aside for the program, or are participants free to drop in/schedule an appointment any time? * Who runs the program? Staff or volunteers? Librarians, IT, or other staff? * If you set appointments for participants, who schedules the appointments? How do you keep track of them? * How much time do you set aside for the program? * What is the scope of your program, and how do you convey it to participants? Do you list which devices you will assist with? Do you demonstrate digital library services only, or will you help with other issues? * If you schedule individual sessions, do you limit the number of sessions for each participant? * Have you received any complaints about the program? What were they about, and how did you resolve them? * What sorts of issues do program participants come in with? Which are the easiest to resolve? Which the hardest? * What praise/compliments have you received about the program? What aspect do you think your patrons find the most valuable? * What essential skills should the person providing the tutoring for this program possess? What traits are useful but not absolutely necessary? * How do you identify staff/volunteers to tutor? * Do you have many repeat participants in the program? Does this cause a problem, and if so, how do you deal with it? Again: any thoughts you'd be willing to share would be oh so helpful. Much thanks for your time in reading this giant email! Amy Greschaw Adult Services Librarian Belleville Area District Library 167 Fourth St. Belleville, MI 48111 (734) 699-3291

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The Hoopla experience
by Katie Rothley 02 May '17

02 May '17

Good afternoon everybody! We're still considering Hoopla as a service to our community. We want to know what your experience has been like, back of the house, starting up hoopla and also with regard to monitoring patron usage and library expenses. I realize there are different subscription plans and restrictions on use per month and whatnot, and that each library most likely has a different plan. But what has it been like for you and is there a designated person at your library who is responsible for managing it? And lastly, have you had to alter your subscription plans during or after a fiscal year? Thank you so much! Katie Katie Rothley, MLIS Adult Services Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Rd Southfield, MI 48076 (248)796-4380 southfieldlibrary.org

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Estey shelving available
by Rebekah Craft 02 May '17

02 May '17

Good morning, We have 490 metal shelves from Estey available for local pickup. The shelves are 36" wide and include the flat shelf, which is 7" deep, and a left and right end bracket. Please let me know off list if you are interested. Thanks, Rebekah *--* *Rebekah Craft* *Associate Director* Baldwin Public Library 300 W. Merrill St. Birmingham, MI 48009 www.baldwinlib.org 248-554-4682 <(248)%20554-4682>

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button maker
by Melissa Huisman 02 May '17

02 May '17

Does anyone have a button maker they aren't using that we can purchase - or recommend a good brand? Thanks! Melissa Huisman, Library Director Gary Byker Memorial Library of Hudsonville 3338 Van Buren Street, Hudsonville MI 49426 Phone: 616-669-1255 X 5 Fax: 616-669-5150 Email: mhuisman(a)hudsonville.org

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3 Michigan Libraries Selected as NASA @ My Library Partners
by White, Shannon (MDE) 02 May '17

02 May '17

Congratulations to three Michigan public libraries that were selected through a competitive application process from more than 500 applicants to receive selected resources, training and support through NASA@ My Library, a STEM education initiative! * Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library, Alpena * Chippewa River District Library, Mount Pleasant * Stair District Library, Morenci NASA@ My Library Partners will receive: * Two NASA STEM Facilitation Kits (total value: $750) designed for use in hands-on STEM programming facilitated by library staff or outside groups, such as NASA subject matter experts. The kits will include STEM tools and hands-on activities based on the following themes: "Sun-Earth-Moon Connections" and "Expanding Your Senses." * A tablet computer, pre-loaded with apps, educational games and visualizations relevant to the kit materials. * A $500 programming grant. * Inclusion in a two-day NASA workshop in Denver (Feb. 28 to March 1, 2018). * An $800 stipend for travel costs for the NASA workshop. * Promotion to NASA subject matter expert networks for potential program partnerships. * Training webinars about using the NASA@ My Library materials in programming. * Ongoing networking opportunities with participating libraries. Read more about the program here: http://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2017/05/75-public-libraries-selected-na… Way to go Michigan libraries! ------------------------ Shannon White Library of Michigan www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.373.9489 Whites29(a)michigan.gov

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Public Library Management: Identifying Community Needs - 4-week MOOC from UM-School of Information
by White, Shannon (MDE) 02 May '17

02 May '17

The University of Michigan School of Information is rolling out a set of online library management courses through the edX.org platform. The first: Public Library Management: Identifying Community Needs - is now available. In this course you can learn how to conduct research, surveys, and interviews as well as how to analyze data to better assess the local needs and wants of a public library community. What you'll learn * How to find demographic and persona data from online sources; * To conduct environmental scans; * How to lead focus groups and interviews; * How to analyze data to find patterns, overlaps, and gaps in available community services; * To synthesize your findings in a report. This is a 4-week self-paced course taught by UM-SLIS faculty member Kristin Fontichiaro. Visit the edX website for complete details and links to register for this course. https://www.edx.org/course/public-library-management-identifying-michiganx-… Over the next several months additional courses related to public library management will be made available. Stay tuned to learn more about this exciting new opportunity. ---------------------- Shannon White Library of Michigan www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.373.9489 Whites29(a)michigan.gov

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Fountain repairs
by Dave Ewick 02 May '17

02 May '17

Hello everyone, Our library has a rather large fountain that is in need of much repair. I'm interested in any companies or persons who might be able to take a look at it and give me a quote for the repairs. If you will reply off list, I will consolidate answers and share. Thanks! Dave David L. Ewick, MLS, MS City Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Southfield, Michigan 48076 248 796-4300 ( tel:2487964300) dewick(a)southfieldlibrary.org P Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail.

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New Documents for April
by Sarjeant, Bruce C 02 May '17

02 May '17

A list of new government documents have been posted to the GODORT of Michigan wiki Of interest this month: Congressional News Media and the House and Senate Galleries. Michigan Forests: 2014. [map of] Speed Limit Increases on Michigan Freeways and Non-Freeways in 2017. What Every Driver Must Know. Updated January 2017. The role of fossil fuels in the U.S. food system and the American diet. Library Services & Technology Act: Michigan Report for 2016. 2016 Human Trafficking Commission Report. Michigan Human Trafficking Commission Hydropower Primer: A Handbook of Hydropower Basics. http://godortmi.pbworks.com/w/page/117644016/April%202017%20New%20Documents… Bruce Sarjeant Reference, Documents & Maps Librarian Lydia Olson Library Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave Marquette, Michigan 49855 (906)227-1580

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