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FW: Gale - Legal Forms enhancements
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 16 Sep '16

16 Sep '16

Hello, Good news! The Gale Legal Forms interface has been enhanced, and is now mobile responsive. These enhancements increase accessibility and improve usability of the product so that it's easy for users to navigate on any device. Users will appreciate the same reliable, up-to-date content on a modern interface with streamlined navigation and responsive design giving access to authentic, professional legal documents-and this is the only digital resource to offer legal forms that are state-specific. We hope you and your patrons enjoy the new look and feel of the resource. Check it out by clicking "Gale LegalForms" at mel.org/legal<http://mel.org/legal> Best regards, Deb D. R. Biggs, MA AMLS Library Consultant/MeL & Library Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan/Michigan Department of Education 517-373-4466 [cid:image001.png@01D21022.483DD530]<http://facebook.com/mel.org> [cid:image002.png@01D21022.483DD530] <http://mel.org/> [cid:image003.png@01D21022.483DD530] <http://twitter.com/meldotorg>

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Interesting FOIA news
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 16 Sep '16

16 Sep '16

Amendments to FOIA that are working their way through the legislature... http://michiganradio.org/term/foia Enjoy! Clare Clare Membiela MLS,JD Library of Michigan Membielac(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Membielac@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 Sent from my iPad

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Reminder: LSTA Grant Program webinars
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 16 Sep '16

16 Sep '16

For those interested in the new LSTA grant program the Library of Michigan is launching, there will be informational webinars on Tuesday, September 27th at 3 pm and on Wednesday, October 19th at 9 am. You can register for these free webinars at http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/CourseByAlpha.asp and you can find more information on the program at www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> and in the announcement message below. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator >>>>>>>>>>>>>>> The Library of Michigan is pleased to announce a new Library Services & Technology Act grant program. The grant program is designed to provide Michigan libraries with the opportunity to develop innovative programs or services that have the potential to develop into sustainable regional or statewide programs, and include strong partnerships between libraries, and/or community groups or agencies. Applicants may propose a library program or service in any content area appropriate for library services, such as: * To develop an innovative service or program to meet a newly identified community need; * To meet the increased community demand for a service or resource; * To improve or develop new services to target populations, such as people from diverse geographic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; individuals with disabilities; and individuals with limited functional literacy, limited English proficiency or limited information literacy skills. The grant program is competitive. The grant period will be from one to three years and funding will be for $50,000 to $225,000 per year up to a possible total of $500,000 over three years. Applications will be reviewed by the Library of Michigan staff and the LSTA Advisory Council as peer reviewers. No more than ONE to THREE grants will be approved. Eligible applicants include Michigan public, academic, school and special libraries as well as non-profit statewide organizations that serve Michigan libraries. Detailed information on the grant program, including the program timeline, applicant eligibility, and the application, is available at www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta>. Contact Karren Reish at 517-241-0021 or reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> with questions on the program. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Nourishing Michigan's Future...during school and during the summer! Find a Summer Food Service Program site nearest you and encourage Michigan's children to Meet Up and Eat Up! www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup> [image004]

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Fw: Free Webinar This October to Help You Get Ready for Money Smart Week 2017
by Steven K. Bowers 16 Sep '16

16 Sep '16

FYI ________________________________ Sent: Thursday, September 15, 2016 10:46 AM Subject: Free Webinar This October to Help You Get Ready for Money Smart Week 2017 September 15, 2016 Register now for the free webinar to help you get ready for Money Smart Week 2017<http://bit.ly/2cqny1i>. Date and time: Friday, October 14, 2016 11:00 am Central Daylight Time (Chicago, GMT-05:00) Change time zone Friday, October 14, 2016 12:00 pm Eastern Daylight Time (New York, GMT-04:00) Friday, October 14, 2016 10:00 am Mountain Daylight Time (Denver, GMT-06:00) Friday, October 14, 2016 9:00 am Pacific Daylight Time (San Francisco, GMT-07:00) Program: ALA General Duration: 1 hour Description: Financial literacy is important to all communities, and libraries can be part of the solution. Through Money Smart Week, April 22 - 29, 2017, you can join hundreds of other libraries across the country helping individuals to better manage their personal finances. In 2016 over 900 libraries from 48 states participated! Money Smart Week is a partnership between ALA and the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, through which libraries of all types provide financial literacy programming for all stages of life during. Retirees, school kids, college students--everyone can learn more, to be better with their money. Learn from veterans and first-timers how Money Smart Week has been a great success for their libraries, and how it can be in yours. Get valuable programming and promotion ideas, tips on possible partners, and resources that make it easy for you. Learn how easy it is for your library to participate April 22 - 29, 2017! The webinar will be recorded and posted at http://www.ala.org/offices/money-smart-week Help get the word out with this readymade Tweet: Register now for the free October 14 webinar to help you get ready for #MoneySmartWeek 2017 April 22-29 http://bit.ly/2cqny1i Follow #MoneySmartWeek and subscribe to the Official Money Smart Week E-list: · Go to http://lists.ala.org/sympa/info/mswlibrary · Choose "Subscribe" from the left-hand column and provide your e-mail address · First-time subscribers will be required to provide a password

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Job Posting - Harper Woods Public Library
by B. Kristen Valyi-Hax 15 Sep '16

15 Sep '16

The Harper Woods Public Library is looking for an enthusiastic, creative person to work as a Teen Librarian. The regular schedule will consist of three shifts per week, plus Saturday shifts. A MLS degree from an ALA-accredited program is required. The salary will be $18 per hour. For more information go to http://www.harperwoodslibrary.org/about-us/employment.html. Please submit a completed application, cover letter, and current resume. Applications can be obtained in the Harper Woods City Offices or online at http://www.harperwoodscity.org/f/16jobapp.pdf and should be turned in to the Harper Woods City Clerk’s office. Applications received by September 30, 2016 will be given first priority. The City of Harper Woods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. -- B. Kristen Valyi-Hax Director Harper Woods Public Library 19601 Harper Ave. Harper Woods, MI 48225 313-343-2575 313-343-2127 (fax)

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Job Opening: Weekend Subs at Portage District Library
by Laura Wright 15 Sep '16

15 Sep '16

Substitute Librarian Portage District Library Portage, Michigan Wage: $15.50 Status: Part-time, 4-12 hours/week The Portage District Library is seeking a service-oriented individual to join the Portage District Library as a Substitute Librarian for weekend hours. The successful candidate will instruct and assist patrons in the use of library materials and technology including: library catalog; databases; streaming content services; eBooks; photocopiers and printers; self-service checkout; public copier stations and the internet. Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree from a four year college or institution. * Broad knowledge of literature * Customer service experience * Strong computer skills and knowledge of consumer electronics, including ereaders. * Effective oral and written communication skills. The position includes a wage from $15.50/hour. Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, resume, and job application to: Human Resources Portage District Library 300 Library Lane Portage, MI 49002 or send e-mail to: jobs(a)portagelibrary.info<mailto:jobs@portagelibrary.info>. For additional information, please call Rob Foti at (269) 585-8702. Visit the Portage District Library's website at http://portagelibrary.info/about/employment_opportunities/ for the complete job description and application. Portage District Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer Laura Wright Head of Youth Services Portage District Library 300 Library Lane Portage, MI 49002 269/585-8723 www.portagelibrary.info

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MeL Minute: MeL Michigana
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 15 Sep '16

15 Sep '16

Hi All, MeL Michigana, http://mel.org/michigana is the history steeped part of the Michigan eLibrary. On it you can find excellent digital collections that speak to Michigan history or more importantly, Michigan's place in American history. These primary resources can assist students and adult researchers who are needing access to photographs, diaries, oral histories, maps and more for class assignments, projects or personal research. The digital collections in MeL Michigana are also searchable from the search box you will see on the page. Included in MeL Michigana are 2 subscription resources: HeritageQuest Online<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-proq.php?database=HERI…> and Michigana: Sources in U.S. History Online<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-gale.php?database=SMIH>. Of course as with all MeL databases, these are available at no cost to all Michigan residents. Did you know that you can search City Directories in HeritageQuest? In Michigana: Sources in U.S. History Online, you can find actual published documents written by people who either lived that history or who knew/interviewed someone who did! For example, you will find a "Narrative of The Battle of Brownstown" fought on August 9, 1812 under the command of Brigadier General Hull. MeL Michigana also has a selection of excellent web sites that have been selected by Library of Michigan reference librarians to further enhance the digital content in this portal. MeL Minutes are brought to you by the Library of Michigan. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for next week's MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact(a)mel.org<mailto:contact@mel.org> or visit http://mel.org. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues. Deb Renee Biggs, MA AMLS Library Consultant/Michigan eLibrary & Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517-373-4466 -------------------------------------------------------------------- Visit MeL at: http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> and on Facebook at: http://facebook.com/mel.org Check out the curated content on the LM homepage including state and national CE offerings, LM events, stats reports, headlines from around the library world and intriguing snapshots of our varied collections at http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan

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Larry Martin, World War II In Their Own Words
by Elizabeth Campion 15 Sep '16

15 Sep '16

The Shelby Township Library was pleased to host Larry Martin, and one of his veteran videos last night. We had a good turnout and the crowd was fascinated both the the interview Larry played and by the Q and A afterward. I know many Michigan libraries have hosted Larry in the past to rave reviews, but if you library has not, I encourage you to look into it. Larry's website is here: http://lmww2.com/ and it includes explanation of what he does, and contact information. Elizabeth Elizabeth Campion Shelby Township Library 51680 Van Dyke Shelby Township, MI 48316 586-739-7414 -- A library is a miracle. A place where you can learn just about anything for free. A place where your mind can come alive." Josh Hanagarne, *The World's Strongest Librarian*

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Re: [Michlib-l] Discover Michigan with Ron Rademacher
by Dale Parus 15 Sep '16

15 Sep '16

We shall be hosting Ron Rademacher in Ionia on Tuesday, October 18 at 7 p.m. and we look forward to a great experience on the line of Brighton's. Please join us if you are able. --- Dale Parus, Director *Enriching Your Life* 126 East Main St. Ionia, MI 48846 Phone: (616) 527-3680, ext. 104 *A member of the Lakeland Library Cooperative* ---

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Library Director, McCracken County Public Library, Open Now!
by Jobeth Bradbury 15 Sep '16

15 Sep '16

Library Director-McCracken County Public Library (KY) Join a vibrant community, library and team as the next Director of the McCracken County Public Library! <https://www.mclib.net/> The successful candidate will provide exceptional service to the lifelong, devoted residents of this bustling, innovative river arts community which was designated a UNESCO Creative City in 2013. The Library provides current, high-demand, high-interest resources in a variety of formats and continually seeks new creative ways of service giving the Library the sought-after "WOW" factor. Headquartered in Paducah, Kentucky-a historic river town at the confluence on the Ohio and Tennessee rivers-the Library Board of Trustees seeks a talented and vivacious Director to lead a stellar staff in developing and maintaining excellent library services and programs as a vital part of this historic River Town. The Library serves a county population of 65,565 from a 33,000 sq. ft. facility in the downtown area and 24x7 services through its digital content. The Library loans more than 713,000 items annually to 48,376 cardholders. County seat of McCracken County, Paducah <http://www.paducahky.gov/> is the largest town in the Purchase Area of the State. The combination of southern charm and hospitality that originated with Paducah's founding in 1827 is still alive and well--blending a rich history with a stable economy, healthy business climate, and outstanding schools and neighborhoods. Paducah is an excellent place to become your home. It boasts a thriving arts and entertainment community-theaters and museums to parks and sporting events, it has a smorgasbord of offerings. The National Quilt Museum draws large crowds of devotees and visitors around the world and the <http://thecarsoncenter.org/> Luther F. Carson Four Rivers Center surpasses any existing entertainment venue in the area. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate Paducah's excellent location-three state parks are within a 45-minute drive and all offer scenic shores, challenging golf courses, beach areas, and fully equipped marinas. Additional information about the community, the Library and the position can be found at McCracken Library Links. <http://www.gossagesager.com/McCrackenlinks.htm> Responsibilities. The Director reports to a five-member Library Board-appointed by the County-and works closely with the community, the County, its citizens and staff to develop, implement and promote library services. Challenges and opportunities include: expanding the Library System's visibility in the community; expanding collaborative partnerships; promoting the Library's mission and goals; evaluating and maintaining the library's facility; fostering a team environment through coaching and leadership development skills; being a good listener/responsive to needs & concerns of staff, customers, and community; and developing alternative strategies for enhancing the library's $3.5 million annual budget. Please see Library Director Position Description <http://www.gossagesager.com/mccrackenjobdesc.pdf> for complete information. Qualifications. A master's degree in library science from an ALA accredited program and at least five years of progressively responsible library experience-including at least two years of experience in an administrative capacity managing professional staff and programs. Essential attributes include a strong understanding and ability to articulate the public library's vision, mission and values to the community; collaboration and consensus-building skills; facilities maintenance and space planning experience; excellent interpersonal and team-building skills; a history of responsiveness to staff, customer and community needs and concerns; sound fiscal management skills; and a thorough knowledge of current trends and "best practices" for library service. Successful experience working with a governing board and collaborating with elected officials is highly desirable. Compensation. The starting salary range is $75,000-90,000 (with placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) and an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> via email or phone. To start the application process, send a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to Karen Miller <mailto:%20KarenMiller@BradburyMiller.com> . This position closes October 16, 2016. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Miller Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for <http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=111489311 6172&sit=xckjbseib&f=15a6803e-8d83-46e6-8d14-545a610c8414> our newsletter to get the latest updates! --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

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