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Free MeL Databases webinar - MeL for middle schoolers - April 27, 3:30pm Eastern
by David 20 Apr '16

20 Apr '16

Greetings, Educating middle schoolers presents unique challenges. MeL Databases supports that education with a diverse array of tools to help meet those needs. Join us on April 27, at 3:30pm Eastern, for a free 30-minute webinar focused on MeL resources which provide educators the means to bolster student achievement. Registration is free and open to all Michigan library staff. Read more and register for this webinar<http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI…>. http://mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?ref_cI… This webinar will be recorded, archived, and made available. http://mcls.org/mel/mel-training-events/ Please share. Thank you. David David Votta Community Engagement Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Lansing, MI & Indianapolis, IN Phone: (800) 530-9019 ext 122 Phone: (517) 492-3822 Fax: (517) 492-3886 vottad(a)mcls.org<mailto:vottad@mcls.org> "If you're not confused, you're not paying attention." -Tom Peters

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Media Coaching Workshop reminder
by WAY Carol DeBoer 20 Apr '16

20 Apr '16

You still have a little bit of time to get signed up for this workshop. But don't wait and loose your seat! Hope to see you there!! Carol Just wanted to remind you all that the registration deadline is quickly approaching. There is still time to sign up. Workshop date is April 26. Flyer is attached with details. Carol DeBoer Circulation Supervisor Henika District Library 149 S. Main Wayland, MI 49348 269-792-2891 waycd(a)henikalibrary.org

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Defibrillators and RFID
by Eric Blum 20 Apr '16

20 Apr '16

Hello Everyone, I would like to find out if anyone has had any issues with RFID systems causing problems with defibrillators. We have a patron that is unsure if she can go through our gates at the front door. The gates are programmed for RFID equipment. Thanks, Eric G Blum Head of Cataloging/Technology Lincoln Township Public Library 2099 W. John Beers Rd Stevensville, MI 49127 269-429-9575 ext) 123 eblum(a)lincolnlib.org

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Pronunciator Languages
by Keegan Sulecki 20 Apr '16

20 Apr '16

Hi Everyone, At Chelsea we are in the process of exploring some different language learning database options that might better meet the needs of our users. We recently received a trial for Pronunciator and several of our staff have spent some time exploring and so far we are pleased with the flexibility this service allows for users to focus in on their specific needs when learning a language. Before we get too far into this process, I thought it might be a good idea to reach out and see what other libraries are using Pronunciator. If you use this service, how is it received by your patrons? Do you get a sense that they find it beneficial and user friendly? Also, have you experienced any issues that I might want to know about? Any thoughts you can share are appreciated! Sincerely, Keegan -- Keegan Sulecki Head of Adult Services Chelsea District Library 221 S. Main St. Chelsea, MI 48118 734.475.8732 ext. 218 chelseadistrictlibrary.org

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Job Postings for Michlib-l
by Catherine Lucas 20 Apr '16

20 Apr '16

*Job Postings - 2 FTE Librarians:* Digital Services Librarian and Assistant Circulation Services Manager Willard Library in Battle Creek has two full-time openings for librarains. The postings are open through April 28 and can be found at: http://willardlibrary.org/index.php/job Catherine Lucas Assistant Director Willard Library 7 W. Van Buren Street Battle Creek, MI http://willardlibrary.org ------------------ Catherine Christ Lucas, MLIS, MSW | Assistant Director | Willard Library 7 W. Van Buren Street | Battle Creek, Michigan 49017 269-968-8166 x525

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Security Cameras
by Kat Boyer 20 Apr '16

20 Apr '16

Hi all, I am looking at putting security cameras up in my library (we currently have none) and need to get some figures to give to the Board. I got one quote from Secure Alarm, but would like to ask which companies you have worked with for security cameras. Thanks! Kat Boyer Interim Director Benton Harbor Public Library

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Michigan Notable Author Tour
by David Ross 20 Apr '16

20 Apr '16

Airport Community Schools Libraries and the Carleton Branch Library host Patricia Majher, author of Great Girls in Michigan History, as she pays a special visit to the Village of Carleton at Airport High School as part of the “Michigan Notable Authors Tour.” Join us: Tuesday, April 26, 2016 at 6:30 pm Airport High School 11330 Grafton Road, Carleton MI 48117 Patricia Majher’s newest book, Great Girls in Michigan History, highlights 20 girls from Michigan’s past who did amazing things before they turned 20. Included among them are an aviator, two actresses, a deep-sea diver, a future First Lady, and the reigning queen of professional tennis, Serena Williams. Prior to Great Girls, Majher authored Ladies of the Lights: Michigan Women in the U.S. Lighthouse Service, a tribute to the more than 50 female light keepers who helped ensure the safety of sailors on the Great Lakes. For more information about this event Contact Airport Community Schools at 734-654-6205 or the Carleton Branch Library at 734-654-2180. For more information on the Michigan Notable Books Program please visit: www.michigan.gov/notablebooks<http://www.michigan.gov/notablebooks> David Ross Community Librarian, North County Area Libraries Monroe County Library System, Monroe MI Carleton Branch Library, Newport Branch Library, and South Rockwood Branch Library

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Reminder: Joseph Heywood at Adrian District Library
by Shirley Ehnis 20 Apr '16

20 Apr '16

Just a reminder that Joseph Heywood, Michigan author of the Woods Cop mystery series, will be at the Adrian District Library this Saturday, April 23, from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Copies of his latest book "Buckular Dystrophy" will be available for sale and signing. Hope you can join us. Shirley Shirley A. Ehnis Library Director Adrian District Library 143 E. Maumee St. Adrian, MI 49221 517-265-2265 sehnis(a)adrianmi.gov

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Loleta Fyan Rural Libraries Conference - items needed
by Lisa Waskin 20 Apr '16

20 Apr '16

LOLETA FYAN RURAL LIBRARIES CONFERENCE ATTENDEES - HELP NEEDED! Sending out a request for items needed for some of the After Hours Events at the Rural Libraries Conference in May on Mackinac Island. For all of you who have been looking for a reason to clean out years of accumulated stuff, and a good place to take it - HERE'S YOUR CHANCE! We are looking for old bookmarks, VHS tapes, worn out paperbacks, microfilm reels, leftover bits of craft projects, newspapers, magazines, tax forms, etc. - AND LOTS AND LOTS OF DUCT TAPE! These items will be used to create unique fashion items in our After Hours Fashion Show - Beauty in the Stacks - on Wednesday evening at the conference. Everything is welcome! Also Needed: Old Blank Date Due Cards for our Cinco de Mayo Pub Crawl on Thursday Night! Please RSVP to me if you can bring any items at lisaw(a)uproc.lib.mi.us Thank you, and see you in two weeks! Lisa Poignant Waskin Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783 906.632.9331 v 906.635.0210 f lisaw(a)uproc.lib.mi.us http://joomla.uproc.lib.mi.us/SDL/

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Are You Discarding Blu-Ray Cases?
by Andrea Estelle 20 Apr '16

20 Apr '16

Good morning! Just checking -does anyone have any Blu-Ray cases that they are going to discard/have been discarding? We have started a new Blu-Ray collection and are looking to get some Blu-Ray cases for packaging DVD/Blu-Ray combo-packs separately. We'd like the smaller blue cases so our patrons can tell the difference. Let me know, thanks! Our RIDES number is zv253 Andrea Andrea Estelle, MLIS Library Director Otsego District Library Brighten the Corner Where You Are Every Great Community Deserves a Great Library <http://www.otsegolibrary.org/> www.otsegolibrary.org

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