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Job Posting: Full-Time Technology Assistant, Marshall District Library
by Angela Semifero 09 Dec '16

09 Dec '16

*AVAILABLE POSITION:* Full-Time Library Technology Assistant *WORK SCHEDULE:* Average 40 hours per week, including evening and weekend hours *PAY RATE:* $10.69 per hour with annual merit increases; benefits include pro-rated health insurance, retirement plan options, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays *JOB SUMMARY:* The full-time Library Technology Assistant provides library services to patrons of all ages. These services include: maintaining and updating Library website; providing support for public access and staff computers, printers, and equipment; assisting patrons with public computer use; assisting in the set-up and maintenance of library computers; troubleshooting software and hardware problems; teaching computer classes and one-on-one instructional sessions; delivery of reference, information and reader’s advisory services for patrons of all ages. *REQUIREMENTS:* - Minimum high school degree. College degree preferred. - Experience in web design preferred. - Thorough knowledge of HTML, Windows Operating Systems, Microsoft Office productivity software, tablet technology, and wireless networking issues. - Commitment to customer service excellence. - Computer lab and/or library experience preferred. - Accuracy and skill in keyboarding required. - Excellent oral and written communication skills essential. - Ability to organize multiple assignments and work independently. - Creative approach to developing and implementing library programs and services. Additionally to perform the essential functions of the position, an individual will be required to maintain a physical condition necessary for sitting, moving, and/or standing for extended periods of time; bending; lifting or moving light to moderately heavy objects; operating assigned equipment, including computers. *APPLY:* Application available at Marshall District Library, 124 W. Green Street, Marshall, MI 49068 or online at www.yourmdl.org. Please send a resume or completed application, cover letter, and contact information for three references to Angela Semifero, Library Director, Marshall District Library, 124 W Green Street, Marshall, MI 49068, or electronically to SemiferoA(a)yourmdl.org *DEADLINE:* Application materials will be accepted through 5:30 pm on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 *PLEASE NOTE:* All candidates will be notified of our decision by mail, e-mail, or phone within 4-6 weeks after the deadline date. We ask that no inquiries be made about the status of your application during this period. *The Marshall District Library does not discriminate in its employment practices.*

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MiALA Annual Conference Presentation Proposal Reminder
by Heather Ladiski 09 Dec '16

09 Dec '16

Excuse duplicate postings. Please forward to anyone that you feel could benefit from this information. Forwarded on behalf of the MiALA annual conference planning committee. *********** Heather @ MI-ALA <http://www.miala.org/v_newsletters/newsletter_2796837.htm> Difficulty viewing this email? Click here... <http://memberleap.com/newsletter/2796837/1042090729/headerimage2285.gif> MiALA Annual Conference Presentation Proposal Reminder Remember to Submit Presentation Proposals! This is a reminder to submit your presentation proposals by Monday, December 12 for the MiALA Annual Conference! Please consider sharing your innovations, creative endeavors, and practical solutions in librarianship! Participation from librarians, library staff, LIS students, and administrators from all types of academic libraries is encouraged. Proposals for 50-minute long (including Q & A) presentations and workshops can be submitted only through the <https://www.memberleap.com/members/form.php?orgcode=MALA&fid=1701925> online submission form and must be received by Monday, December 12, 2016. The primary contact for proposals will receive a message indicating receipt of the proposal when it is submitted and decisions on proposals will be communicated to the primary contact by Friday, January 20, 2017. Questions about proposals can be sent to Hazel McClure ( <mailto:mcclureh@gvsu.edu?subject=inquiry%20from%20MI-ALA%20conference%20web%20page> mcclureh(a)gvsu.edu ) or Cara Cadena ( <mailto:cadenac@gvsu.edu?subject=Inquiry%20from%20MI-ALA%20Conference%20Webpage> cadenac(a)gvsu.edu ). Questions about the conference in general can be sent to <mailto:conference@miala.org?subject=Inquiry%20from%20MI-ALA%20Conference%20Webpage> conference(a)miala.org . Orange Header - MiALA Annual Conference Presentation Proposal Reminder

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Book missing "In Transit"
by Trixie L. McMeeking 08 Dec '16

08 Dec '16

Kent Dirstrict Library sent the book "Fighting Destiny" by Amelia Hutchins barcode # 31298024569538, to Homer Public Library on Oct. 21, 2016. It has never arrived here in Homer. Could you check around and see if it is languishing somewhere out there in library land? It needs to go home to Kent District Library if found. Thank you! Trixie L. McMeeking, Director Homer Public Library 141 W. Main St. Homer, MI 49245 517-568-3450 Fax 517-568-4021 hpl(a)wowway.biz homerpl.michlibrary.org

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NOAA Recreational charts
by Mary Cornell 08 Dec '16

08 Dec '16

Hello all, We have some of the NOAA recreational charts from the early 1990's that we are withdrawing. I don't know if anyone would be interested in any of them, but if so please let us know and we will send them to you via RIDES. I have attached a photo of the version of the Detroit River edition to give an idea of what they look like. The volumes we have are as follows: Recreational Chart 14846: West End of Lake Erie, 8th edt, June 1991. Recreational Chart 14842: South shore of Lake Erie; 9th edt, Mar 1992 Recreational Chart 14853: Detroit River, Lake St. Clair, St. Clair River; 10th edt. Recreational Chart 14926: Chicago and south shore of Lake Michigan; 5th edt, Jan 1990. Recreational Chart 14886: Inland route, Cheboygan to Conway; 9th edt., June 1992 Thank you! Best, Mary Cornell Technical Services Supervisor Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library 500 Market Street St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 983-7167 www.stjoseph.lib.mi.us<http://www.stjoseph.lib.mi.us>

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MeL Minute - Research in Context
by Borrelli, Eunice (MDE) 08 Dec '16

08 Dec '16

Hi all, A few weeks ago MeL.org<http://mel.org/> database provider Gale Cengage Learning<http://www.gale.com/> announced enhancements to Kids InfoBits<http://kids.mel.org/HomeworkHelpers>, (found in the MeL Kids Gateway under Homework Helpers) with the addition of educational videos. Now, they've announced similar enhancements to MeL eResource Research in Context<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-gale.php?database=MSIC> (found in the Kids Gateway under Homework Helpers and Teens Gateway under Homework Help). "Approximately 750 videos, including videos on topics frequently studied in middle school earth science and physical science courses, have been added to Research In Context. Examples include: biomes, electromagnetism, motion, tectonic plates, photosynthesis, and several others." Available videos will be listed as a format type after selecting a subject or on the results page from a specific search. Videos are generally just a few minutes long and include content providers such as NOVA, AP (Associated Press), and Visual Learning Systems, Inc. Remember, while Research in Context includes content for literature, social studies, science, and history, these videos are geared to middle school earth science and physical science topics. Want to let your patrons/followers know about this great resource? Feel free to use this message: "Michiganders - Research in Context has 750 earth & physical science videos in Kids & Teens Homework Help @meldotorg http://kids.mel.org/HomeworkHelpers " 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<http://mel.org/>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. Eunice Eunice C. Borrelli Michigan eLibrary Internet Librarian Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education 517-241-4996 [Follow MeL on Twitter]<https://twitter.com/meldotorg> [MeL - Michigan eLibrary Logo] <http://mel.org/> [Like MeL on Facebook] <https://www.facebook.com/mel.org> [Check out MeL on Youtube] <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO1dqA8_ZOCfZcHP9OaBGew> [cid:image002.png@01D20444.B08921B0]Help us acknowledge and celebrate the great work of Michigan educators! Go to: www.michigan.gov/proudMIeducator<http://www.michigan.gov/proudMIeducator> today.

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MeLCat labels
by maureen＠romeodistrictlibrary.org 08 Dec '16

08 Dec '16

We're trying to find a way to reduce the size of our patron labels for MeLCat items and we were wondering what everyone else uses and what information do you include on the MeLCat stickers for patron holds and for outgoing items. Also, if you know where we can get removable sticky labels that are about in between the 3" x 4" ones and the 1 1/2" x 3" ones. Thanks for your help. - Maureen Swanwick Head of Circulation Romeo District Library

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Microfilm Boxes
by Brenna Wade 08 Dec '16

08 Dec '16

We have about 45 microfilm boxes that we are giving away to a library that can use them. The box pictured has labels on it, but many of the boxes do not, as some have never been used. I believe they hold about 8 reels. Please let me know if you are interested. Thank you, Brenna Wade Public Services Librarian Hillsdale College Mossey Library 33 E College St Hillsdale, MI 49242 (517) 607-2606 bwade(a)hillsdale.edu

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Astronomy talk at Wilder Branch, Wednesday, December 14
by Jennifer Dye 08 Dec '16

08 Dec '16

Along with celebrating re-opening the Wilder Branch, we have launched several new programs. On Wednesday, December 14, at 6:00 p.m., the Warren Astronomical Society will present the first talk on learning the skies. We welcome all from age 6 up for this presentation. Jennifer Jennifer Dye Assistant Manager Lincoln and Wilder branches Detroit Public Library jdye(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org Lincoln Branch (M-Tu) 1221 E. 7 Mile Rd. Detroit, Michigan 48203 313-481-1780 Wilder Branch (W, Th, Sat) 7140 E. 7 Mile Rd. Detroit, Michigan 48234 313-481-1870

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Positions Available: DeWitt, MI
by Mindy Schafer 08 Dec '16

08 Dec '16

The DeWitt District Library is seeking applications for a Library Assistant I-Youth Services. This is a 20 hour per week positioning, specializing in services for infant-early elementary. We are also seeking applicants for and Adult Service and Outreach Coordinator. This position is 35 hours per week and requires an MILS and prior public library experience. Please visit our website for complete posting information. http://dewittlibrary.org/supportlibrary/employmentopportunities.html -- Mindy Schafer Assistant Director/Youth Librarian DeWitt District Library <http://dewittlibrary.org> 13101 Schavey Rd. DeWitt, MI 48820 ______________________________________________________

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ECRR Survey Reminder
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 08 Dec '16

08 Dec '16

If you attended any of the Every Child Ready to Read webinars this past year with Sue McCleaf Nespeca, please take a minute to respond to this survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QKTZG3M. It will close end of Friday. 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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