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Author Lisa Wheeler at Adrian Library
by Cathy Chesher 18 Jun '16

18 Jun '16

Meet the author! Children's book author Lisa Wheeler will be here for our next "Terrific Tuesdays" program on Tuesday, June 21 from 3:00 - 4:00. This program is geared toward grades 1 - 5 but adults and older children and teens interested in hearing the presentation are welcome to attend. Lisa will read 2 of her books and have other fun activities. Lisa is a Lenawee County author of the popular Dino-sports series of books and other titles. She will bring some of her books for purchase and will sign after the presentation. Cash or checks only. Learn more about Lisa at lisawheelerbooks.com<http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Flisawheelerbooks.com%2F&h=6AQG7j…> Let me know if you have any questions. Cathy Chesher Youth Services Librarian Adrian District Library 143 E. Maumee St. Adrian, MI 492221 517-265-2265 cchesher(a)ci.adrian.mi.us

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Summer Reading: how to count unpublished stories
by Laura Orlowski 18 Jun '16

18 Jun '16

Hi all; In an attempt to keep our patrons (especially teens) into reading this summer, we are allowing all formats of reading (books, magazines, ebooks, audiobooks, etc.). Because we are allowing so many different formats to be used, we chose to go with page counts for all ages (seems to be the fairest way to track). For online ebooks and audiobooks, we typically use the standard hardcover page count for those titles. One of my teen patrons asked if they could count a book they are reading online that is from a site for writers to "self publish". Since these titles do not have a page count available, any suggestions as to how we can count these stories? I don't want to tell our readers that they can't use these titles - the whole point of summer reading is to get kids/teens/adults reading for the fun of it. Any thoughts/suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, -Laura Orlowski, director Camden Twp. Library camden(a)monroe.lib.mi.us

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BookFlix in your library catalogs
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 17 Jun '16

17 Jun '16

Hi All-TGIF! And here's something to put on your "To Do" list for next week ;-) Attached is an instruction sheet for your information. Please note that MARC records contain direct URLs, which only work within the library/institution, as long as MeL has registered the IP address of your library/institution with the vendor. Please contact meldatabaseshelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:meldatabaseshelp@mcls.org> with any questions or for more information. Best regards, Deb D. R. Biggs, MA AMLS MeL & Library Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan/Michigan Department of Education 517-373-4466 [cid:image005.png@01D1C8AE.690FE890]<http://facebook.com/mel.org> [cid:image007.png@01D1C8AE.690FE890] <http://mel.org/> [cid:image009.png@01D1C8AE.690FE890] <http://twitter.com/meldotorg>

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Nominations now open for the 2016 I Love My Librarian Award
by Steven K. Bowers 17 Jun '16

17 Jun '16

Good morning, The nomination period for the 2016 I Love My Librarian Award opens today and will run through Sept. 19, 2016. [cid:image002.png@01D1C88A.38F753B0]The award will recognize the service of 10 exceptional public, school, college, community college or university librarians who have transformed lives and communities through educational opportunities and lifelong learning. Each winner will receive $5,000 and a $500 travel stipend to attend an award ceremony held in their honor at Carnegie Corporation of New York on Nov. 30, 2016. An electronic nomination form is now available online atilovelibraries.org/ilovemylibrarian. To aide libraries in promoting the award we have developed tools that librarians can use to encourage members of the public to nominate them or a colleague for this prestigious award. Tools include: · I Love My Librarian logo · Printable flyer · Sample press release · Sample newsletter · Sample Tweets · Social media images for Facebook and Twitter · Hashtag: #ILoveMyLibrarian Tools are available at ilovelibraries.org/ilovemylibrarian. We will be putting out additional tools over the summer including an updated infographic of the winning librarians and a promotional video featuring tips on how to write an award-winning nomination. Thank you for helping promote this wonderful award, and please contact me with any questions. Best, Megan Megan McFarlane, MLIS Campaign Coordinator Public Awareness Office American Library Association 312-280-2148 mmcfarlane(a)ala.org<mailto:mmcfarlane@ala.org> [cid:image001.png@01D16997.C9DF5550] Please visit ilovelibraries.org

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Mystery Books Available
by Karrie Yukon 17 Jun '16

17 Jun '16

Hi, We have the following mystery books available for free: Dark of the Moon --John Sandford (8 copies) Farewell My Lovely -- Raymond Chandler ( 4 c.) Three Can Keep a Secret --Archer Mayor (9 c.) Tag Man -- Archer Mayor (8 c.) Deat of a Cozy Writer -- G.M. Malliett (5 c.) Please let me know if you would like them and your RIDES Code. Thank you! Karrie Karrie Yukon Bloomfield Township Public Library Adult Services Librarian 1099 Lone Pine Road Bloomfield Twp., MI 48302-2410 248-642-5800

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For software think TechSoup, for hardware think TRIG
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 17 Jun '16

17 Jun '16

Join us on Tuesday, June 21 at 10:00 a.m. at http://libraryofmichigan.adobeconnect.com/trigdevicepurchasing/ for a webinar with Wendy Hand of Kalamazoo Public Library to talk about a discount hardware purchasing solution for Michigan libraries. Last year, Michigan libraries were invited to participate in an important initiative. The Technology Readiness Infrastructure Grant (TRIG) program is involved in developing, issuing and administering statewide bids for mobile devices and desktop computers. It provides for lower purchase prices on many products, as well as accessories and even some services such as installation. The nice thing about this program is that it allows you to purchase off the bid and know you're getting a good price without actually issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) yourself. This year's program includes brands and products such as HP, Dell, Lenovo, Chromebooks, Android tablets, iPads and MacBooks. Accessories include onsite warranty, mice and keyboards, adapters, RAM upgrades and DVD RW drives. Last year nearly 170,000 devices were purchased off the bid. Unfortunately, libraries made up a very small percentage of this number but the savings for those libraries was substantial - $60,000. In our January issue of the LM Dispatch<http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/bulletins/12e4185#link_139031…>, Wendy Hand of Kalamazoo Public Library (KPL) wrote an article about how KPL bought Chromebases last year to use as an OPAC solution. On Tuesday she will be conducting a webinar through the LM to talk more about the device purchasing program and walk you through the steps of the ordering process. I would like to encourage you to learn more about this program. If you're thinking about buying hardware this year, the purchasing window is open now through October 15th. To learn more about this program, check out the TRIG website<http://22itrig.org/activities/device-purchasing/spot-faqs/> or join us for the webinar. I hope to see you there! Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-4457 Fax: 517-373-5700 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 http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/> Our collective efforts can help make Michigan a Top 10 education state in 10 years! Here are the goals and strategies: http://mi.gov/top10in10/ [cid:image001.png@01D1A46B.DA1302F0]

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Ann Arbor Book Festival with Michigan Notable Book presentation, too!
by Rebecca Dunkle 16 Jun '16

16 Jun '16

STARTS NOW! with a host of events in Ypsilanti tomorrow (La'Ron Williams, Jazmin Truesdale, Tiya Miles, R. J. Fox and more, 3 pm at the downtown library and ending at 8 pm at Ypsi Alehouse Saturday in downtown Ann Arbor with a street fair and hosts of readings and presentations at bookstores, pubs and restaurants within walking distance - noon - 9 pm. MICHIGAN NOTABLE BOOK PANEL with Edwina Murphy, Rob St Mary and more, 4 pm at Colin O'Neills pub, too. ALL FREE! aabookfestival.org <http://aabookfestival.org> Aza Girls Promo3.jpg <https://drive.google.com/a/umich.edu/file/d/0B6RR2aT5s2INcTVnU0Zyd3VMQURsOV…>

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Passing of Lois Duncan, YA Author
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 16 Jun '16

16 Jun '16

She published nearly 50 books, including "I know What You Did Last Summer." http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/theater-arts/suspense-author-lois-… Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-335-8129 517-373-5700 f LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov>

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Need Magazine holders
by Christi Mortell 16 Jun '16

16 Jun '16

North Branch Township Library is in need of some of the older magazine holders that sit on a shelf. If you have some that are taking up space please let us know. If you can please message us and send them to us through the system our zv code is 246 Thank you christi

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Library Director position, Carmel Clay Public Library, Carmel IN
by Jobeth Bradbury 16 Jun '16

16 Jun '16

Library Director Position-Carmel Clay Public Library, IN Connect|Discover a "once in a lifetime library opportunity" in a beautiful Midwest setting. The Board of Trustees of the Carmel Clay (IN) Public Library <http://www.carmel.lib.in.us/> seeks a visionary, strategic leader with passion, creativity, and innovation to lead a stellar organization and community forward providing quality services and programs. The CCPL seven-member Board of Trustees is searching for that unique candidate who has the energy and enthusiasm and ability to recognize and contribute to the Library's successes and solid foundation in the Carmel Clay area. The new Director will bring a talent to engage staff and the public in showcasing and expanding the Library's role in the community as a welcoming, warm physical space for Carmel citizens connecting to each other; collaborative external partnerships; and being a strong, clear voice for CCPL. The Carmel Clay Public Library staff serves 86,293 residents through a single 116,385 sq. ft. Library (opened in 1999) and a mobile library (started in 2015). With a $6.7 million annual budget, the Library circulated 2.1 million items in 2015 and hosted 2,000+ programs. <http://www.carmel.in.gov/index.aspx> Carmel, Indiana, CNN Money Magazine's No 1 Place to Live in America (2012), has transformed itself from a sleepy suburban edge city of Indianapolis to a fast-growing, economically-thriving vibrant city that is no longer simply a place to sleep at night. Carmel citizens are highly educated and value Carmel's excellent schools, low taxes, and safe neighborhoods. It is a coveted place to live with distinct areas and architecture. A progressive city government has adopted a new-urbanism approach to planning-attracting a younger population starting out in their careers and a seasoned citizenry who are looking for empty-nester living. The City's approach to walkability has made Carmel one of the most bike-friendly communities in Indiana. You can live, work, shop, and enjoy a high quality of life without a car. Signature attractions include the Carmel Arts and Design District (galleries, restaurants, and shops); the Center for the Performing Arts under the artistic direction of Michael Feinstein, and home for his Great American Songbook Foundation; and the Monon Community Center-an outdoor nature and water park. For more information on the Carmel Clay Public Library and the Carmel Clay area, see <http://www.gossagesager.com/ccpllinks.htm> Carmel Clay Links. Responsibilities. The Library Director serves as the chief executive officer of the Library and is responsible for the administration of all library functions within the goals, guidelines, and policies established by the Library Board of Trustees. This responsibility includes the organization and dissemination of information and services through the effective utilization of library resources. The Director is also responsible for the facilities, financial management, and personnel of the library, under the governance and oversight of the Board. The Director is expected to provide a leadership role within the Library, the community, and the library profession. The Director serves as the official representative of the Library. See Library Director <http://gossagesager.com/ccpljobdesc.pdf> job description for additional details. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications for the position are an ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library Science and the ability to obtain and retain professional certification in compliance with Indiana state law. Preferred qualifications are a minimum of eight years of library experience with at least four years of administrative experience. Essential attributes and skills include: vision, creativity, energy and enthusiasm; superior written and oral communications skills; demonstrated success in effectively promoting library services to the community; political acumen; sound fiscal and budgeting skills; collaborative and consensus-building skills; experience in recruiting, mentoring, evaluating and retaining an excellent staff; and a thorough knowledge of current trends and "best practices" for library service. Proven success working effectively with a policy-making board and successful strategic planning experience are desirable. Compensation. The starting salary range is $95,000-120,000 (with placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) with an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact <http://www.gossagesager.com/> Bradbury Miller Associates via email or telephone. To start the application process, send a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to <mailto:jobethbradbury@bradburymiller.com> Jobeth Bradbury. The position closes July 24, 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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