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Email services that don't play nicely with Michlib-l
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 25 Oct '16

25 Oct '16

Greetings Michigan Library Community, Not all email services play nicely with the Michlib-l list. We are sometimes treated as spam and despite contact with the companies listed below, we have not been able to get this resolved. Please note that if you sign up for Michlib-l with the services listed below you may at times be auto-kicked off the list due to bounced messages. You will receive notice and be able to re-subscribe. Your surest bet for continuing to receive Michlib-l messages is to sign up with an email service not listed below such as a business account or gmail. These are the problem services: * Yahoo.com * Hotmail.com And these at&t services: * att.net * ameritech.net * bellsouth.net flash.net * nvbell.net pacbell.net * prodigy.net * sbcglobal.net * snet.net * swbell.net * wans.net Thank you. Sonya Schryer Norris Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. PO Box 30009 Lansing, MI 48909 517-373-4457 http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> http://www.michlibrary.org<http://www.michlibrary.org/> 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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LSTA Grant Program Intent to File Deadline is Oct. 31st!
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 25 Oct '16

25 Oct '16

A reminder for those considering applying for the 2017 LSTA grant program, you MUST SUBMIT an Intent to File form by Monday, OCTOBER 31ST to be eligible to apply. The grant application deadline for those who submit the form and are eligible libraries is January 31st. You can find the Intent to File form at www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> in the Grant Program section. You can find a webinar recording describing the program in the same section. Please feel free to contact me with any questions. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>08/29/2016 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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ECRR wins ASAE award
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 25 Oct '16

25 Oct '16

Every Child Ready to Read has received the "Power of A" Award from the American Society of Association Executives! This is great news for Every Child Ready to Read: http://www.everychildreadytoread.org/asae-awards. Don't forget to sign-up for ECRR in Michigan's Nov 10th "Storytimes for 4 & 5 Year Old's" webinar<http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/showcourse.asp?77> and learn more about Michigan's ECRR initiative on our website<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-62245-370596--,00.ht…>. 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] From: alsc-l-request(a)lists.ala.org [mailto:alsc-l-request@lists.ala.org] On Behalf Of Estrovitz, Christy (LIB) Sent: Monday, October 24, 2016 5:55 PM To: alsc-l(a)lists.ala.org Subject: [alsc-l] ECRR wins ASAE award Hello ALSC community, Every Child Ready to Read recently received the "Power of A" Award from the American Society of Association Executives! ASAE created the "Power of A Awards" to showcase how associations leverage their unique resources to solve problems, advance industry/professional performance, kickstart innovation and improve world conditions. ALSC and PLA are excellent examples of associations involved in activities every day that make a substantial, positive impact on our lives. Congratulations to nearly 5000 libraries using ECRR to support young children and families with early learning experiences. Check out this video<http://www.thepowerofa.org/awards/> and learn more<http://associationsnow.com/2016/10/power-abc-123-librarians-parents/> about this prestigious honor. Look closely and you'll see ALSC Everyday Advocacy in the video. Spread the word to colleagues near and far! Christy Estrovitz Chair, ALSC Public Awareness Committee Manager of Youth Services | San Francisco Public Library 100 Larkin Street San Francisco, CA 94102 Stay connected @sfpubliclibrary

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Fall 2016 CSLP Newsletter
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 25 Oct '16

25 Oct '16

Attached is the Collaborative Summer Library Program's (CSLP) Fall Newsletter from Board President, Sharon Rawlings. You can also download it here: : http://www.njstatelib.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Fall-2016-CSLP-Newslet… Lots of great information on Summer Reading! 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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Applications for United for Libraries/Thrift Books Friend Conference Grant due Jan. 9
by White, Shannon (MDE) 24 Oct '16

24 Oct '16

Please pass along to members of your local library friends group... If you are a Library Friends member and have not attended the annual American Library Association conference before you can apply for a chance to win funds to help you attend in Chicago this summer! United for Libraries is accepting applications for the United for Libraries/Thrift Books Friend Conference Grant through Jan. 9, 2017. The United for Libraries/Thrift Books Friends Grant enables one member of a Friends of the Library group at a public library to attend the ALA Annual Conference in Chicago June 22-27, 2017 (http://2017.alaannual.org) Applicants must be first-time attendees and must be active in their public library Friends group. The winner will receive a grant of $850, plus full ALA Annual Conference registration. For more information and to apply, visit www.ala.org/united/grants_awards/friends/thriftbooks<http://www.ala.org/united/grants_awards/friends/thriftbooks>. Shannon ------------------ 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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Lakeland Summer Reading 2017 workshop
by LLC Sheryl Vanderwagon 24 Oct '16

24 Oct '16

Good afternoon, I am sending this on behalf of the Lakeland Library Cooperative Youth Services committee summer reading workshop chair. I just wanted to make everyone aware that Lakeland Library Cooperative Youth Services Committee will be holding their annual Summer Reading Club workshop on Friday, November 18, 2016. Non-Lakeland members are always welcome. The cost is $25 which includes lunch. The registration deadline is November 10, 2016. There is a link to registration and a flyer with all of the information here: http://www.llcoop.org/workshops.shtml Sheryl VanderWagen ILS Manager Lakeland Library Cooperative 4138 3 Mile Rd NW Grand Rapids MI 49534-1134 (616)559-5253 x210 (Phone) 616-559-4329 (Fax) (616)559-9111 (Lakeland Help Line) sheryl(a)llcoop.org

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Fw: Downton Abbey flyer
by Hartford Public Library 24 Oct '16

24 Oct '16

We have a few seats left on our bus trip to The History Museum at South Bend for Nov.5th. The exhibit is Dressing Downton. An exclusive exhibit of costumes from the Downton Abbey series. Tickets are $25 each which includes round trip bus from Hartford Public Library and a campus pass to The History Museum and other related museums. For more details email us or call the library 269-621-3408.Regards,Stephanie DanielsDirector HARTFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY 15 Franklin Street Hartford, MI 49057(269)621-3408http://www.hartfordpl.michlibrary.org/

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UM-Dearborn Young Authors' Festival for Grades 3-5
by Barbara Kriigel 24 Oct '16

24 Oct '16

Young Authors' Festival Nov. 12; Meet Michigan author Christopher Paul Curt [image: Young Authors' Festival Nov. 12; Meet Michigan author Christopher Paul Curt] *4th Annual Festival * [image: Image of festival logo] *Young Authors' Festival, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2016 * Everyone is invited to attend the Young Authors' Festival on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2016 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the University of Michigan-Dearborn's Mardigian Library. Christopher Paul Curtis, Michigan author and Newbery Medal winner, is the special guest speaker. The event also includes *fun breakout sessions for children* to develop their writing and reading skills, and for adults to learn tips for supporting their children's literacy development. The Festival is *FREE* and open to the public. Registration is highly encouraged to ensure giveaways for children, food, and seating. Registration begins on Monday, Oct. 10, 2016. For more details and registration, visit the event's website: http://library.umd.umich.edu/yaf <https://t.e2ma.net/click/b52zl/b5m7ke/najp4d> Directions to the campus are at: http://umdearborn.edu/maps_directions/ <https://t.e2ma.net/click/b52zl/b5m7ke/32jp4d> [image: Free event image] FREE EVENT ON NOV. 12 [image: Christopher Paul Curtis image] Christopher Paul Curtis 2016 Guest Speaker *Bud, Not Buddy* Newbery Medal Winner 2000 Other titles by Christopher Paul Curtis *Support Children's Writing * Reading and writing are critical literacy skills for children to develop, especially in the primary grades. Our 4th annual Young Authors' Festival provides an opportunity for children to develop these skills, and for adults to learn tips and techniques for supporting their children's literacy development. Please take this opportunity to support children's literacy! *Writing Contest Winners!* Students who win awards in this year's writing contest are invited to read their entries at the festival. This year's theme is "The Importance of Family and Helping Others." As students write a poem, narrative, or expository piece, they are encouraged to write about personal family stories or memories, or to create a story about characters they make up. For more information about the contest, visit the event's website: http://library.umd.umich.edu/yaf <https://t.e2ma.net/click/b52zl/b5m7ke/jvkp4d> Please join us in recognizing the writing achievements of students in grades three, four, and five! [image: Question mark image] *Questions?* Email Barbara Kriigel at bkriigel(a)umich.edu or call her at 313-593-5614. *Sponsored by:* [image: Image of sponsors' logos] University of Michigan-Dearborn | http://umdearborn.edu <https://t.e2ma.net/click/b52zl/b5m7ke/znlp4d> *Share this email:* <https://t.e2ma.net/share/outbound/e/b52zl/b5m7ke> <https://t.e2ma.net/share/outbound/t/b52zl/b5m7ke> <https://t.e2ma.net/share/outbound/f/b52zl/b5m7ke> <https://t.e2ma.net/share/outbound/l/b52zl/b5m7ke> *Manage* <https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/47106/27997/260217181/> your preferences | *Opt out* <https://t.e2ma.net/optout/b52zl/b5m7ke?r=aHR0cHM6Ly9hcHAuZTJtYS5uZXQvYXBwMi…> using *TrueRemove*™ Got this as a forward? *Sign up* <https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/47106/27997.19679581/> to receive our future emails. View this email *online* <https://t.e2ma.net/message/b52zl/b5m7ke>. 4901 Evergreen Road Alfred Berkowitz Gallery, Mardigian Library Dearborn, MI | 48128 US <#m_-1044072932594570007_> This email was sent to bkriigel(a)umich.edu. *To continue receiving our emails, add us to your address book.* <http://bkriigel@umich.edu>

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green tote of bags and boxes taken
by Loretta Sherfield 24 Oct '16

24 Oct '16

-- Loretta Sherfield Branch District Library Interlibrary Loan Department

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bags and boxes to offer
by Loretta Sherfield 24 Oct '16

24 Oct '16

Hi: I have a whole green tote of small and medium bags, and dvd boxes to give away to first library to ask. Thanks, Loretta. -- Loretta Sherfield Branch District Library Interlibrary Loan Department

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