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Looking for in-service trainers
by Sheila Bissonnette 05 Jan '17

05 Jan '17

I’m hoping to get some great recommendations for suggestions for a staff in-service training on the topic of communication? Security? We have had Warren Graham (Black Belt Librarian) to our library (many many years ago) I was thinking of maybe brining him back. But I was also curious to learn of other topics/ideas for staff training. Thanks so much for your input. Happy 2017 everyone! Sheila Sheila M. Bissonnette, MLIS Library Director Pere Marquette District Library & Harrison District Library Pere Marquette District Library Harrison District Library 185 E. 4th Street 105 E. Main Street Clare, MI 48617 P.O. Box 380 www.pmdl.org<http://www.pmdl.org/> Harrison, MI 48625 www.harrisondistrictlibrary.org<applewebdata://A3DE025E-85A9-48C9-A8E3-C8FCFE2B2957/www.harrisondistrictlibrary.org%20> Phone: (989) 386-7576 ext 4 Phone: (989) 539-6711 Fax: (989) 386-3576 Fax: (989) 539-6301 Cell: (989) 878-0450 This organization is an equal opportunity employer If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online athttp://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request a form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send you completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, or by fax (202) 690-7442 or email atprogram.intake(a)usda.gov<mailto:program.intake@usda.gov>

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Check Out These Free Webinars and Archived Webinars!
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 05 Jan '17

05 Jan '17

The Idaho Library Commission offers numerous free webinars on library hot topics. Please see below for a peek into some of their offerings. For more information, visit the ICL's Info2Go<http://libraries.idaho.gov/page/info2go> webpage. * February 13 ~ Adult Programming That Works * March 6 ~ Makerspace Communities and Their Futures * May 15 ~ Volunteers in the Library * June 19 ~ Gaining Employee Engagement * September 18 ~ "Making Readers:" How the Maker Movement Can Impact Literacy * November 13 ~ Leadership Development Opportunities Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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Treasury Department Contact info for PPT queries
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 05 Jan '17

05 Jan '17

Hello: Due to the complex and individual nature of PPT questions and issues, Treasury has requested that PPT questions directed to them be sent to the following e-mail: TreasORTAPPT(a)michigan.gov<mailto:TreasORTAPPT@michigan.gov> People wishing to call Treasury with questions on their PPT reimbursements can call: 517-373-2697. As always, don't hesitate to contact us here at the Library of Michigan if we can ever assist! Thanks! Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132

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Various free January webinars on summer reading & storytimes
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 05 Jan '17

05 Jan '17

Just in from CSLP<http://www.cslpreads.org/>! To register for these Summmer Reading Manual webinars, please visit the following website: http://shopcslp.com/cslp/pages/webinars (Don't forget the Library of Michigan's YSAC 2017 "Build a Better World" Programming Ideas<https://www.solutionwhere.com/WW/Aspx/Public/Search/ShowCourse.aspx?courseN…> webinar is on Monday at 3pm, register for that here<https://www.solutionwhere.com/WW/Aspx/Public/Search/ShowCourse.aspx?courseN…>.) * Children's Program Manual<http://shopcslp.com/cslp/pages/webinars> - Tuesday, January 10, 2017 There will be two identical sessions offered. Session 1: 11:00 a.m. Central Standard Time Session 2: 1:00 p.m. Central Standard Time * Early Literacy Program Manual<http://shopcslp.com/cslp/pages/webinars> Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Central Standard Time * Teen Program Manual<http://shopcslp.com/cslp/pages/webinars> Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Central Standard Time Free Storytime Webinar Offerings: * 1/31 The Magic of Music in Storytimes<http://texas.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=69c455552a9e9f277c0f335a3&id…> 2 PM - 3 PM Central Music, a universal language, adds so much to storytimes. In this webinar, presented by Kim Lehman, learn ways to use music with young children in storytimes through songs, movement, literature, puppets, and props. Music in library storytimes is not about having the perfect voice or playing an instrument. It is about the magic that sounds and poetry bring to our shared experience. Whether you sing openly or in the privacy of your own shower, join us for fun and ideas. You will be inspired to warble a tune before the webinar is over. Participants will be able to: * Use opening and closing songs in storytimes * Incorporate songs and music in storytimes using puppets, props, movement, and books * Reference and use music resources including books, recordings, and websites * 1/24 Storytime Crafts<http://texas.us2.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=69c455552a9e9f277c0f335a3&i…> 2 PM - 3 PM Central The process of creating offers children an opportunity to develop fine motor skills, cooperation, and a genuine sense of accomplishment. Working independently increases confidence and creative joy. This webinar, presented by Kim Lehman, will look at developmentally appropriate craft ideas to use in toddler and preschool storytimes as well as tips and suggestions for implementing and organizing craft activities in the library. Participants will be able to: * Implement age appropriate craft activities as a part of library storytimes * Identify developmentally appropriate expectations for young children * Organize and manage craft activities in the library * 1/17 Science and Math in Storytimes<http://texas.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=69c455552a9e9f277c0f335a3&id…> 2 PM - 3 PM Central Children have an innate curiosity about the physical world around them. Storytimes offer a unique opportunity to help young children understand and organize information needed to make connections and solve problems. This webinar, presented by Kim Lehman, will explore inexpensive, easy to implement science and math experiences using literature, fingerplays, activities, and props. These ideas can be used in storytimes, as passive programming in the library, or as resources for parents and caregivers to extend the storytime experience for further STEM explorations. Participants will be able to: * Explore ways to use science and math experiences in library programs for preschool children * Integrate books, music, and fingerplays centered on math and science * Introduce parents and caregivers to age appropriate math and science activities for further science explorations * 1/10 Preschool Storytime Basics<http://texas.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=69c455552a9e9f277c0f335a3&id…> 2 PM - 3 PM Central Storytimes in public libraries offer a valuable service to children, parents, and child care providers in the community on many different levels. This webinar, presented by Kim Lehman, will cover the basics of planning, preparing, and presenting engaging storytimes for preschoolers in the library. We will cover surefire books and literature selections as well as songs and fingerplays to captivate a young audience. Learn a few tips to address some storytime challenges like organizing materials, reading aloud to a group, and managing difficult situations. Participants will be able to: * Plan, prepare and present effective storytime programs in the library * Present age appropriate books, songs and fingerplay in library programs * Organize materials for programs effectively 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> Help us acknowledge and celebrate the great work of Michigan educators! Go to: www.michigan.gov/proudMIeducator<http://www.michigan.gov/proudMIeducator> today. [cid:image002.png@01D20444.B08921B0]

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New Documents for December, 2016
by Sarjeant, Bruce C 05 Jan '17

05 Jan '17

A list of new documents has been posted to the GODORT of Michigan website. Some Michigan documents of interest this month: 21st Century Infrastructure Commission Report. The Parent's Supervised Driving Guide. 4th edition (revised) 2015-2018 Arts & Humanities Touring Directory Protect MiFAmily Interim Report Also: Great Lakes Regional Water Use Database: 2015 Annual Report. Conventional Arms Transfers to Developing Nations, 2008-2015. Facing addiction in America: The Surgeon General's report on alcohol, drugs and heath. Declassified Maps from the CIA The U.S. Income Distribution: Trends and Issues. http://godortmi.pbworks.com/w/page/114255797/December%202016%20New%20Docume… 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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Updated PPT information
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 04 Jan '17

04 Jan '17

Hello! Attached, please find three updated attachments relating to the PPT reimbursements: * A list of Libraries who are/have receiving/received PPT reimbursement in November 2016 or February 2017 * The list of payments to municipalities - (which also includes some of the library payments listed in the first list) * The PPT calculation Tool - according to our information, "The tool provides the millage rates and other formula factors used to calculate the 2016 PPT distributions for other municipalities and a distribution calculation." If your library is not listed on any of these lists, please keep in mind that a library must have had a millage in EACH YEAR of the included years - 2012 - 2015, and must have had a revenue loss due to PPT, according to the Treasury calculation. Reimbursements were calculated for operating and debt millages, and our understanding is that those reimbursements must be divided and applied accordingly. PPT payments will be annual for the foreseeable future (the law states no ending date or sunset provision). Additional information (and contact information for treasury assistance) regarding the PPT reimbursement program can be found at http://www.michigan.gov/taxes/0,4676,7-238-43535_72736-358296--,00.html Of course, we here at the Library of Michigan are also always available to assist! Thanks! Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132

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Money Smart Week: sign-up now open!
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 04 Jan '17

04 Jan '17

The Library of Michigan encourages libraries to join the 2017 Money Smart Week campaign. Money Smart Week partners and Novi Public Library are working together to provide public libraries in Michigan with books and materials to encourage both children and parents to learn basic money concepts in fun and engaging ways. Financial literacy is a core 21st Century skill for all age groups. During Money Smart Week 2016, Michigan libraries across the state held more than 200 story times and gave away donated books to more than 8,000 families in 53 counties. We hope to build on this success by once again promoting Money Smart Kids Read and encouraging you to request free copies of the Step Into Reading book, A Dollar For Penny, for your Money Smart Week story times. Please consider participating in this wonderful opportunity for your community members. We would also like to thank Julie Farkas at the Novi Public Library for her role in once again helping coordinate this program for Michigan Libraries, and the Michigan Credit Union League & Affiliates for their generous donation of books. For more information and details on how your library can receive copies of A Dollar For Penny for your Money Smart Week story time program, submit your request at the following link before January 27: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MSW2017. --------------------------------------------------- DETAILS: Money Smart Week(r) (MSW) is just around the corner and we have a fabulous opportunity for you to obtain, read and give away free books to children attending a story time at your library! MSW is a public awareness campaign designed to help consumers better manage their personal finances. This is achieved through the collaboration and coordinated effort of hundreds of organizations across the country including financial institutions and other businesses, schools, libraries, not-for-profits, places of worship, government agencies and the media. National MSW Partners include the American Library Association and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, among others. These groups work together once a year to stress the importance of financial education, inform consumers about where they can get help and provide free educational seminars and activities throughout the week. Programming is offered to all demographics, ages and income levels, and covers all facets of personal finance from savings basics and establishing a budget, to first-time home buying and retirement planning. The effort was created by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago in 2002. Money Smart Week partners will be hosting public events April 22-29, 2017. Between April 22-29, 2017, libraries and communities across the country will be hosting financial education events for people of all ages, including youth! Michigan libraries have a unique opportunity to obtain free copies of the Step Into Reading book, A Dollar For Penny, to give away to children - if your library agrees to host a money-themed story time event during Money Smart Week, April 22-29, 2017. http://www.randomhousekids.com/books/detail/60655-a-dollar-for-penny?isbn=9… The Michigan Credit Union League & Affiliates has once again generously offered to purchase copies of this book for you to hand out at a story time. More than 200 Michigan libraries successfully participated in "Money Smart Kids Read" last year! What does it mean to "participate" you ask? 1. Register as a Money Smart Week Partner today at http://www.MoneySmartWeek.org/. (Note: if you registered as a MSW partner last year, your login username and password should still be valid. Please test this before you attempt to enter your story time details, just in case you need to reset your password or re-register.) 2. Plan a story time event about money to be held between April 22-29, 2017. Recommended age for A Dollar For Penny is 4 - 6 years old. 3. Request to participate in this initiative, and the number of books you think you'll need, by completing this SurveyMonkey questionnaire before January 27. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MSW2017 4. Between January 15th and March 31st, login and register your story time event(s) details at http://www.MoneySmartWeek.org/. 5. Proactively promote your Money Smart Kids Read program through all your channels of communication. 6. Consider ways in which volunteers from your local community credit union can participate (help checking families in, passing out the books, helping with crafts, serving refreshments, etc. Whatever would be helpful to you!) If someone from your local credit union reaches out to you, please be sure to engage them. 7. Take delivery of your books mid-March, and store them until the time of your event. 8. At your event, announce that your story time is part of the national Money Smart Week initiative, read the A Dollar For Penny book (and other relevant, age-appropriate books from your collection), perhaps do a craft activity (decorate piggy banks, color pictures that feature money, sing money songs, do finger plays, etc.), and then hand out the free books to families who attend! 9. After your event takes place, enter your attendance numbers into the Money Smart Week Partners website.<http://www.moneysmartweek.org/> Yep. It can be that easy. (Although, if you want to plan more money-related events for youth or adults, we can help you with that too! Email the Chair and she can share a children's librarian list of ideas with you.) There must be a catch, right? Here it is: By January 27th, the Michigan Money Smart Week Chairwoman needs to know how many free copies of the book you can use! There is a limited quantity, so it's first come, first served. The books will be shipped to the Novi Public Library (thank you Julie Farkas!), sorted, packaged, and distributed through the state-wide RIDES/TLN delivery service. Your order should arrive at your library around March 23. Please complete the Survey Monkey questionnaire to request participation in Michigan's Money Smart Kids Read initiative, and obtain free books for families in your community. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MSW2017 Questions about this initiative or Money Smart Week in general? Feel free to contact Michigan Money Smart Week Chairwoman, Kelly Masters, directly at 248.761.1762 or MoneySmar<mailto:MoneySmar>tMichigan(a)gmail.com. Thank you, 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> Help us acknowledge and celebrate the great work of Michigan educators! Go to: www.michigan.gov/proudMIeducator<http://www.michigan.gov/proudMIeducator> today. [cid:image002.png@01D20444.B08921B0]

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2017 ECRR Webinar series begin tomorrow!
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 04 Jan '17

04 Jan '17

There's still room for you to register<https://www.solutionwhere.com/WW/Aspx/Public/Search/ShowCourse.aspx?courseN…> for the 2017 webinar series on Every Child Ready to Read. This series is a continuation of the 2016 webinars<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-62245-370596--,00.ht…> with Sue McCleaf Nespeca: * Thursday, January 5, 2017: Mixed-Aged Storytimes * Thursday, May 11, 2017: Family Engagement in Early Learning * Tuesday, July 11, 2017: Storytime Basics * Thursday, September 7, 2017: Working with Early Childhood Educators & Volunteers in Early Literacy Learning * Tuesday, November 28, 2017: Every Child Ready to Read in Michigan wrap-up! The webinars will be from 2 pm to 3 pm ET. All webinars will be recorded. If a date or time is inconvenient, you can register in order to get a link to the recording emailed directly to you. Thank you, 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> Help us acknowledge and celebrate the great work of Michigan educators! Go to: www.michigan.gov/proudMIeducator<http://www.michigan.gov/proudMIeducator> today. [cid:image002.png@01D20444.B08921B0]

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Query - re:Etsy sellling
by M. Converse 04 Jan '17

04 Jan '17

Hello, Point of curiosity, has anyone had a speaker at your library on the subject of selling handmade items on etsy.com? Thank you, M. Converse, Reference Department Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library zv010

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Microfilm reader/printer available
by LVW Mary Russell 04 Jan '17

04 Jan '17

We have a Canon Microfilm Scanner 300 and Canon Fileprint 450 that we no longer use. It is in working condition, although not the greatest. Pick up from our library. Anyone interested? Mary Russell Operations Supervisor Tamarack District Library 832 S Lincoln Ave Lakeview, MI 48850 989-352-6274

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