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Re: [Michlib-l] Small database recommendations
by Sheryl Mase 02 Jan '17

02 Jan '17

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Small database recommendations
by Paige Conat 02 Jan '17

02 Jan '17

Hello. I have 200-300 books I want to enter into a database, assign subject headings, and be able to print lists based on those subject headings. Do you have an recommendations? Thank you Paige Conat pconat(a)gmail.com

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CIDL Job Posting - FT Business Librarian
by Julie Meredith 02 Jan '17

02 Jan '17

Hello Everyone- The Clarkston Independence District Library is seeking candidates for the attached position. We will be accepting applications until January 8, 2017 at 6pm. Thanks! Julie [Julie - Signature] Business & Marketing Librarian The Clarkston Independence District Library seeks a creative, enthusiastic librarian to join a positive, team-oriented work environment to interface directly with the local business community and guide the library's marketing strategies. Hours: 40 hours per week, includes some evenings and weekends Salary: $37,000-$48,000 depending on qualifications and experience Benefits: Health, dental, and optical insurance; Disability and life insurance; Vacation, sick and personal days; Retirement plan. Reports to: Head of Adult Services Primary Duties and Responsibilities: * Work closely with the Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce to create relationships with local businesses and develop collections and resources to serve the local business community * Design a variety of programs and activities at the library and off-site to promote the use of business resources and fulfill local business needs * Meet with business owners on or off-site, as needed, to help fulfill their research needs * Assist in educating local businesses about successful marketing techniques * Develop and guide the library's marketing strategies, including social media * Assist patrons in obtaining information in a variety of formats * Provide readers' advisory services * Participate in developing Library policies and procedures Qualifications: * MLIS from an ALA accredited institution * Experience working with a variety of business resources & enthusiastic commitment to promoting and educating others about them * Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team * Background in advertising and/or marketing * Confident and engaged in a variety of social media techniques * Comfortable working and presenting at the library and at off-site locations * Public library reference desk experience * Collection development and budget management experience * Desire and ability to provide excellent customer service Send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references by email or mail to: Julie Meredith, Library Director Clarkston Independence District Library 6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346 juliem(a)cidlibrary.org<mailto:juliem@cidlibrary.org> Deadline for applications: January 8, 2017 at 6:00pm An Equal Opportunity Employer

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Save the date-MiKidLib 2017
by Lisa Mulvenna 02 Jan '17

02 Jan '17

As you start planning your spring professional development, save the date for MiKidLib 2017, an unconference for children's and teen librarians and paraprofessionals. This year's event will take place on Friday, May 5, 2017 at the Alice and Jack Wirt Public Library in Bay City. Registration will open in mid-January and this event is free to attend. More information can be found at https://sites.google.com/site/mikidlib/announcements/home. Thanks! Anne Clark Lisa Mulvenna Andrea Vernola Lisa Mulvenna Head of Youth/YA Services Clinton-Macomb Public Library 40900 Romeo Plank Clinton Township, MI 48038 (586) 226-5031 phone (586) 226-5038 fax www.cmpl.org<http://www.cmpl.org/> Do you know a teacher? Sign up today for our bimonthly Top-Notch Teacher e-Newsletter at http://cmpl.org/teacher-portal/.

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[Employment Opportunties] Youth Services Librarian and Other Positions
by BTPL Careers 02 Jan '17

02 Jan '17

Greetings-- The Bloomfield Township Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic, energetic librarian committed to high quality Library service to children and their families and ready to join the Youth Services team. You can read more about this and our other open positions here: http://btpl.org/about-us/employment-volunteer/

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CD browsing racks for sale
by Kimberly White 30 Dec '16

30 Dec '16

We have 2 very nice oak end-of-range CD browsing racks for sale at a very affordable rate. We've done some remodeling and no longer need them. They measure 40 inches high x 24 inches wide x 18 inches deep. Please email me directly if you are interested. Kim White Head of Hoyt Library Public Libraries of Saginaw (989) 755-9823 kwhite(a)saginawlibrary.org<mailto:kwhite@saginawlibrary.org>

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Recent article about having social worker in the library
by White, Shannon (MDE) 29 Dec '16

29 Dec '16

Not just books - Kitchener Public Library puts a social worker on the shelf KPL's latest addition lends patrons advice, guidance and a sympathetic ear http://www.kitchenerpost.ca/news-story/7022914-not-just-books-kitchener-pub… "Her placement, which runs three days a week until April, includes training library staff in how to recognize when a library customer may need help with a bigger issue; outreach with community agencies to help the library figure out how it can best meet the needs of clients such as women staying at a shelter, or homeless men. That work could include helping people sign up for library cards, or even offering library tours for groups from the House of Friendship<https://www.houseoffriendship.org/> or OneROOF y<http://oneroof.org/>outh agency, or even organizing pop-up libraries at community agencies." Kitchener is located in Ontario and the library website can be found at www.kpl.org<http://www.kpl.org> 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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Custodian Job Position
by B. Kristen Valyi-Hax 29 Dec '16

29 Dec '16

The Harper Woods Public Library is currently seeking a friendly, reliable person to fill a part-time custodian position. The position is five days per week, approximately 3 hours per shift to keep the library clean and attractive by performing regular custodial duties plus other occasional duties as assigned. The pay rate will be $11/hour. A fuller job description is below. Applications can be picked up at the Harper Woods City Hall or you can download a copy of the application by clicking on the link below. Completed applications should be returned to the attention of the City Clerk. The position will be open until it is filled. Click on the link below for more information. http://www.harperwoodslibrary.org/about-us/employment.html -- 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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Free Toner Konica Minolta TN217
by Jaema Berman 29 Dec '16

29 Dec '16

Dear Colleagues, Free to first reply: 2 Konica Minolta Toner Cartridges, TN217, A202031 Thanks, Jaema -- Jaema Berman Director Addison Twp. Public Library 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 Phone: 248-628-7180 Fax: 248-628-6109 http://www.addisontwp.michlibrary.org “Today a reader, tomorrow a leader.” Margaret Fuller 1810-1850 Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some few to be chewed and digested. ~ Francis Bacon

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Core Reference Fundamentals - Online Course!
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 29 Dec '16

29 Dec '16

Check on this upcoming course on Reference Fundamentals! Core Reference Fundamentals<https://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=636> An Infopeople 6-week online course, January 17 - February 27, 2017 Are you stepping into the role of providing reference assistance for the first time in your library career? Is it time to brush up on your basic skills because you are returning to work in a capacity that includes reference work with library users? Whether you have been recently promoted to support direct information and reference services, or are returning to reference work some years after you completed your library degree, you'll need a clear understanding of how to determine the real information need behind users' questions and where to look for authoritative answers. This course will acquaint you with: * The why, when and how to do an effective reference interview * Which resources are best suited to which types of reference questions * How to use both print and web-based resources appropriate to the user's need You'll become familiar with alternative methods for delivering information when its needed, such as email, chat and instant messaging, to help your users no matter where they are or when the library is open Library Support Staff Certification (LSSC): This course is approved as covering the Reference and Information Services competencies for the LSSC program<http://ala-apa.org/lssc/>. Instructor: Francisca Goldsmith<https://infopeople.org/people/francisca-goldsmith> Fee: $125 for those in California and $200 for all others. For a complete course description and to register go to https://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=636 Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746

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