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Michigan Notable Book author, Jack Lessenberry, to speak at Warren Civic Center Library
by Jennifer Lund 23 May '16

23 May '16

Wayne State University professor and writer Jack Lessenberry will be speaking about his latest book, The People's Lawyer: The Life and Times of Frank J. Kelley at the Warren Civic Center Library on Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at 6 pm. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing at the event. Please call 586-574-4564 to register. Jack Lessenberry is the head of the journalism faculty at Wayne State University, is WUOM-FM's senior political analyst, and delivers daily essays and commentary on important Michigan issues. He also is or been a writer for many national and regional publications, including Vanity Fair, Esquire, George, the New York Times, the Washington Post, and the Boston Globe. Currently, he is a contributing editor and columnist for the Metro Times, the Traverse-City Record Eagle, Dome Magazine and the Toledo Blade, and formerly for the Oakland Press and the Heritage Newspaper Group in Wayne and Washtenaw counties. He also serves as The Blade's writing coach and ombudsman. Lessenberry is also a board member of the Historical Society of Michigan, the ACLU advisory board and the Wayne State Student Newspaper Publications Board. Lessenberry has reported as foreign correspondent for and executive national editor of The Detroit News, during which time he reported from more than 40 countries. He has also worked for other newspapers in Michigan, Tennessee and Ohio, and was Editor-in-Chief of both Detroit Monthly and Corporate Detroit magazines. He was also editorial vice-president of the former Hometown Newspaper Group, which published more than 60 weekly, semi-weekly and daily papers in Michigan, Ohio and Kentucky before being sold to Gannett in 2005. He is the co-author of the book, "The People's Lawyer, The Life and Times of Frank J. Kelley, the Nation's Longest-Serving Attorney General," published by Wayne State University Press in September 2015. Lessenberry also does occasional analysis for television stations in Detroit, and won a National Emmy award in 1995 for one of two Frontline documentaries he helped report and produce on Dr. Jack Kevorkian. Lessenberry also was featured in a March 1996 A&E Biography he helped produce on Kevorkian, and has assisted on two more for British television, and on a Court TV documentary about Detroit and the Belle Isle bridge slaying. He is also host of the weekly television show "Deadline Now" on WGTE-TV (Channel 30) in Toledo. It airs Fridays at 8:30 p.m. He was named the Journalist of the Year in 2002 by the Metropolitan Detroit Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. Lessenberry, 64, has a master's degree in Journalism and East European studies from the University of Michigan. His partner in life, Elizabeth, is a rare book and private collections archivist and librarian. They live in Huntington Woods and Charlevoix, with their dog Ashley, and a copy of every Michigan Manual since 1869 and every Almanac of American Politics since they were first published. Jennifer Lund Warren Public Library - Civic Center Branch One City Square, Suite 100 Warren, MI 48093-2396 (586) 751-0770

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LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER! Get your program funded. Get your library funded!
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 23 May '16

23 May '16

Free Webinar on Library Funding! Begin forwarded message: From: Alyssa Louro <Alyssa.Louro(a)tutor.com<mailto:Alyssa.Louro@tutor.com>> Date: May 23, 2016 at 1:57:24 PM EDT To: <biggsthomasd(a)michigan.gov<mailto:biggsthomasd@michigan.gov>> Subject: LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER! Get your program funded. Get your library funded! This is the last chance to register for our FREE webinar! Remember, if you cannot attend the live event, register anyway and you will receive a link to the recorded webinar once it is finished. Join us for a webinar on May 24, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., EASTERN Time Presented by John Chrastka, Executive Director of EveryLibrary. Brought to you by Tutor.com<http://tutor.com> [http://go.tutor.com/l/35142/2016-05-06/l9mgm7/35142/179958/everylibrary.JPG] [http://go.tutor.com/l/35142/2014-03-04/36g5/35142/6184/TUTORlogo_h_dkorange…] The Librarian as Candidate Every program you do, every book you suggest, every snack you serve costs something. Every hour of every day, every library needs funding and support for the tremendous work you do. Whether you're applying for a grant, asking your Friends or Foundation or taking your budget measure through city council or the voters, you can learn new ways to engage and activate your funding partners. Come and learn from John Chrastka, executive director of EveryLibrary, the first nationwide political action committee for libraries. He will teach you actionable lessons from the campaign trail to help you make the funding-case. You'll learn about tips and tools to market yourself to all your constituents - and not just users - that will help reframe your work in the eyes of your funders. Register now! http://go.tutor.com/e/35142/register-2620321301353068033/ls87vt/350544996<http://go.tutor.com/e/35142/ztVoaeX2-2hrPFFAaDnCRl3Ya-0-e-/ls87vw/350544996> About John John Chrastka is executive director of EveryLibrary, the first nationwide political action committee for libraries. Since 2013, EveryLibrary has helped 36 library communities with ballot measures for funding, operations, and buildings, winning 27 and securing over $100 million in funding on Election Days. A long-time library trustee, supporter and advocate, Mr. Chrastka is a former president of the Board of Trustees for the Berwyn (IL) Public Library (2006 - 2015) and is a former president of the Reaching Across Illinois Libraries System (RAILS), a multi-type library system. Prior to his work on EveryLibrary, he was a partner in AssociaDirect, a Chicago-based consultancy focused on supporting associations in membership recruitment, conference, and governance activities, and was Director for Membership Development at the American Library Association (ALA). He is a current member of ALA, the Illinois Library Association (ILA), and the American Political Sciences Association (APSA). He was named a 2014 Mover & Shaker by Library Journal for his work with EveryLibrary. He tweets at @mrchrastka. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. View System Requirements<http://go.tutor.com/e/35142/EafkCnH48C-UO9ZgEbDHB5LH2yA-e-/ls87vy/350544996> [http://go.tutor.com/l/35142/2014-03-10/3lc1/35142/7266/Tradeshow_Announceme…] Tutor.com<http://tutor.com> 555 West 18th Street New York, NY 10011 Unsubscribe<http://go.tutor.com/unsubscribe/u/35142/1a7c8bfb8de09453027441ba63df02bd/35…> from email communications [http://go.tutor.com/r/35142/1/350544996/open/1]

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Michigan Radio Interview with David Maturen about Dark Store Legislation
by Shawn Andary 23 May '16

23 May '16

Hello all, This is a great interview and definitely worth listening to. It is both informative and encouraging, and David Maturen does a great job explaining the dark store situation and what HB5578 hopes to address. http://www.j.mp/1WDbqst ******************************** Shawn Andary, ALS System Admin UP Region of Library Cooperation 1615 Presque Isle Ave Marquette, MI 49855 v (906)226-4675 Ext. 4 f (906)228-5627 COSUGI Regional & Special User Group Liaison 2015-16 May 23-25, 2016 (Pre-conference May 22) http://www.cosugi.org/conference ********************************

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Best Buy Library grants
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 23 May '16

23 May '16

FYI below from ALA on a Best Buy grant program for libraries within 50 miles of a Best Buy facility. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> 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] From: Beth Yoke [mailto:byoke@ala.org] Subject: grant for libraries Best Buy Community Grants Program<https://corporate.bestbuy.com/community-grants-page/> (https://corporate.bestbuy.com/community-grants-page/) The Best Buy Community Grants Program provides support to community-based organizations that are located within 50 miles of a Best Buy facility<http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?id=cat12090&type=page>. Eligible programs must create hands-on learning opportunities for underserved teens to engage in learning, experimenting, and interacting with the latest technologies to build 21st century skills. Eligible programs must deliver community-based youth programs for teens, ages 13-18, during out of school time; and serve a diverse population. Examples of program activities include computer programming, digital imaging, music production, robotics, and gaming and mobile app development. The average grant amount is $5,000; grants will not exceed $10,000. Public and nonprofit community-based organizations (e.g., community centers, schools, and libraries) are eligible to apply. Online proposals may be submitted between June 1 and July 1, 2016. Visit the Best Buy website<https://corporate.bestbuy.com/community-grants-page/> to review the full program guidelines. -Beth P.S. have you checked out our new, free summer learning resource yet? http://www.ala.org/yalsa/adopting-summer-learning-approach-increased-impact…

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Alzheimer's program speaker
by Kathy Champieux 23 May '16

23 May '16

Hello, Has anyone had a program featuring a speaker on Alzheimer's disease that you could recommend? Has anyone used speakers from the Alzheimer's Association's speaker's bureau? Thanks in advance, Kathy Champieux Adult Nonfiction Department Clinton Macomb Public Library 586-226-5041 kchampieux(a)cmpl.org<mailto:kchampieux@cmpl.org>

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Grant opportunity for teen technology programming
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 23 May '16

23 May '16

See details below, including link, to Best Buy Community Grants. Proposals due by 5pm on July 1, 2016. Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-335-8129 517-373-5700 f LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> From: ARSL_Membership [mailto:ARSL_MEMBERSHIP@LISTSERV.AMRMS.COM] On Behalf Of Vicki Bartz Sent: Monday, May 23, 2016 12:55 PM To: ARSL_MEMBERSHIP(a)LISTSERV.AMRMS.COM Subject: [ARSL_LISTSERV] Best Buy Grant The Best Buy Foundation will donate Community Grants to local and regional nonprofit organizations that provide teens with places and opportunities to develop 21st century technology skills that will inspire future education and career choices. Examples of program activities include: * Computer programming * Digital imaging (photography, graphic design, videography) * Music production * Robotics * Gaming and mobile app development Community Grants are designed to support local efforts and are reviewed for consideration by Best Buy teams across the nation. The average grant amount is $5,000 and will not exceed $10,000. The link for the application and more information is https://corporate.bestbuy.com/community-grants-page/ -- Vicki Bartz County Librarian Ortonville/Graceville/Kerkhoven Public Library 320-839-2494/320-748-7332/320-264-2141 2016 ARSL Conference Co-Chair Member of ARSL, ALA, YALSA "Libraries will get you through times of no money better than money will get you through times of no libraries" Anne Herbert To change your subscription settings, including changing to a digest or to leave the list, please send an email to szach(a)amrms.com<mailto:szach@amrms.com>.

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JOB - Head of Technical Services
by Michael McEvoy 23 May '16

23 May '16

The Northville District Library seeks an enthusiastic, experienced, and innovative Librarian for a full-time position to oversee the Library’s Technical Services functions and also assist with service to adults. Position: Head of Technical Services 40 Hours per week, including some weekends and evenings. Duties include: Manages the Library’s Technical Services functions, including linking, serials, processing and database maintenance. Supervises Technical Services staff and assures the smooth functioning of this vital area. Coordinates volunteers. Provides reference and reader’s advisory service for patrons of all ages at the Public Service desks. Responsible for collection development in specified areas of the Adult collections. Creates and analyzes statistical reports, using ILS-generated data. Works closely with other departments to achieve excellent and efficient service to the public. Requirements: * MLS from an ALA-accredited college or university. * Strong public service orientation. * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. * Supervisory experience preferred. * Public library experience with emphasis on Technical Services functions strongly preferred. * Knowledge of Sirsi Unicorn a plus * Experience with creating spreadsheets and working with collection data preferred. Salary range: From $50,550 to $58,200 Benefits include health insurance (medical, dental and vision), disability insurance, and MERS retirement. Paid time off includes sick, vacation, holiday and personal business time. This is a Union position. Deadline for application: Thursday, June 2, 2016 Submit Application with Resume to: Carla Eggert, Administrative Assistant Northville District Library 212 West Cady Street Northville, Michigan 48167-1560 Phone: 248-349-3020, FAX: 248-349-8250 Email: ceggert(a)northvillelibrary.org

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Greenville District Media Specialist Posting
by Laura Powers 23 May '16

23 May '16

Sharing for Greenville Public Schools. Flat River Community Library Laura Powers | Library Director 200 W. Judd St. | Greenville, MI 48838 P: 616-754-6359, x102 <mailto:grelp@flatriverlibrary.org> grelp(a)flatriverlibrary.org Greenville Public Schools is seeking applicants for the position of District Media Specialist. The ideal candidate will be a creative and industrious person who has the following skills. abilities and credentials. * A valid Michigan teaching certificate with a Library/Media (ND) endorsement * At least 3 successful years of employment as a media specialist in a capacity which serves students and professionals * Ability to be part of a multi-disciplinary team focused on student achievement * Excellent communication and relationship-building skills * Vast knowledge of resources for teaching and learning * Forward-thinking with a vision for technology and other media * Ability to manage others in a library setting * Detail-oriented * Able to manage budgets, inventory and data K-12 District Media Specialist <http://www.applitrack.com/maisd/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=tr ue&AppliTrackJobId=943&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1> http://www.applitrack.com/maisd/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=tru e&AppliTrackJobId=943&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1

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Registration open for the 4T Virtual Conference on Data Literacy July 14 & 15
by Jo Angela Oehrli 23 May '16

23 May '16

Greetings! I'm writing to invite you to the *4T Virtual Conference on Data Literacy July 14 & 15*, a free, two-day online conference. This conference is part of a project <http://dataliteracy.si.umich.edu/> to support librarians in adding data literacy to instruction. We hope you can join us for 4TDL! *Who is teaching?* Members of our project team <http://datalit.sites.uofmhosting.net/our-team/> will give webinars. *What will 4TDL cover?* We will cover a variety of topics in the sessions, from statistics basics to best practices for data visualizations. Content will be geared toward high school but is also appropriate for instruction to beginning researchers at the college level. *When is it?* Thursday, July 14, and Friday, July 15 *Where do I register?* Here are: information about the online conference <http://datalit.sites.uofmhosting.net/conference/>, the schedule <http://datalit.sites.uofmhosting.net/conference/schedule/>, registration <http://datalit.sites.uofmhosting.net/conference/registration/>, and FAQ's <http://datalit.sites.uofmhosting.net/conference/faqs/>. Please feel free to spread the word to anyone who might be interested! A gif for social media and PDF flyer are attached for sharing. Also, check out our blog <http://datalit.sites.uofmhosting.net/blog-updates/> for weekly posts about data literacy. *Why this conference?* If you are wondering how your students "read" and "write" with quantitative data online, during research, or when reading informational text, this conference is for you. Want to gain skills in data literacy that will help you empower your students' comprehension and creation skills? 4TDL will provide information and resources to support you in teaching in these areas. Also, you can earn State Continuing Education Clock Hours. Thank you! Feel free to email me with any questions. Angie Oehrli -- Jo Angela Oehrli Learning Librarian Children's Literature Librarian University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1185 http://www.lib.umich.edu/users/jooehrli Data Literacy for High School Librarians Project <http://datalit.sites.uofmhosting.net/> 734 936-2376

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Last chance - MLA Technologies & Trends workshop
by Mason, Katherine F 23 May '16

23 May '16

Good morning! Registration closes at 12noon tomorrow May 24, 2016 for Wednesday's one-day Technologies and Trends workshop at Delta College in University Center, MI. Take a look into the future while staying rooted on your foundation. The Technologies and Trends workshop will provide insight on how to effectively utilize linked data, explore innovative ways libraries provide low-tech services and forecast what the future of technology for libraries will look like. Feature: learn about the future of library technology in Ken Varnum's closing session. http://bit.ly/22TfxiM Hope to see you there Kathie 2015-2016 Technologies and Trends planning workgroup [logo] Kathie Mason Digital Resources Librarian CMU Libraries Central Michigan University Park Library 203 | 989.774.1615 Connect...Collaborate...Succeed! Library.cmich.edu<http://library.cmich.edu/>

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