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Libraries Read: 1 Book discussion events announced
by Jan Davidson 01 Jul '16

01 Jul '16

Libraries Read: 1 Book discussion events announced "Is Google making us stupid?" Nicholas Carr asked, in a celebrated Atlantic Monthly cover story. Carr delves further into the question in his book The Shallows: What The Internet Is Doing To Our Brains, the selected title for "Libraries Read: 1 Book." MCLS invited library staff across Indiana and Michigan to place votes on one of four titles to select one book that we will all read and discuss together for professional development. Nicholas Carr's book captured the most votes. In The Shallows, he explores the net's intellectual and cultural consequences. MCLS encourages library staff to read the book throughout the summer, then join us in a Twitter chat and regional discussions about the book. According to Randy Dykhuis, MCLS Executive Director, "During 2014, MCLS conducted a series of community conversations with librarians throughout Indiana and Michigan, utilizing the tools from the Harwood Institute for Public Innovation. The desire to have discussions in many formats, and to communicate with one another outside of our silos was a recurring theme. By reading one book together, we aim to create deeper connections among libraries that span geographic and other boundaries." Book Discussions * July 21, 2 pm Eastern. Twitter Chat. Use the hashtag #mclschat * August 2, 10 am to Noon Eastern. Monroe County Public Library, Bloomington, IN * August 3, 10 am to Noon Central. Lake County Public Library, Merrillville, IN * August 4, 2 pm to 4 pm Eastern. Indianapolis Public Library Service Center, Indianapolis, IN * August 5, 11 am to 1 pm Eastern. MCLS, Lansing, MI: This discussion will be led by Michigan librarian extraordinaire Kevin King, Head, Branch and IT Services Kalamazoo Public Library * September 29. Peter White Library, Marquette, MI: This discussion will be part of the Upper Peninsula Region of Library Cooperation (UPRLC) meeting. Time to be determined. Credit: 2 general LEUs for Indiana staff for in-person discussions Register for an in-person discussion>><https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1IjYVv8ece1-rsoOoQBzFKoI9qOuzGr513d17fF23eu…> For more information about "Libraries Read: 1 Book", contact Michelle Bradley at Bradleym(a)mcls.org<mailto:Bradleym@mcls.org>, visit our Facebook page<https://www.facebook.com/events/743679075772139/> [new-window-icon.png] or read our blog. Jan Davidson Administrative Assistant, Member Engagement Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 1407 Rensen St., Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910-3657 Phone: 517-492-3811 ext. 111 Fax: 517-492-3812 davidsonj(a)mcls.org<mailto:davidsonj@mcls.org> http://www.mcls.org<http://www.mcls.org/> Check out the MCLS Training Calendar at: https://www.mcls.org/training-events Like us on Facebook for the latest MCLS news: https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org

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Announcement - MI-ALA Conference - July 14
by Julie A Garrison 01 Jul '16

01 Jul '16

Space is still available. The registration deadline is July 7. MI-ALA Administration Section Pop-Up Conference Strengthening the Middle - Support for Mid-Level Managers When: July 14, 2016 Time: 9:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. Where: Michigan State University Main Library, Green Room, 4th floor, 366 W. Circle Dr., East Lansing, MI 48824 MI-ALA Administration Section is hosting a one day professional development program to support the work of mid-level managers and leaders within academic libraries. The program will include 2 panel discussions on leadership topics as well as opportunity for discussion and networking on these topics. See http://www.lib.msu.edu/libraries/address-visiting/ for details. Parking is $0.80/half-hour. Address & Visiting | MSU Libraries<http://www.lib.msu.edu/libraries/address-visiting/> www.lib.msu.edu The Main Library is located on West Circle Drive, south of Grand River Avenue in East Lansing. The Library has two entrances, the Beaumont Entrance on West Circle ... 9:30 a.m. Check-in/Coffee 10:00 a.m. Welcome 10:15 a.m. Panel Session: The Art and Science of Leading in The Middle Description: Whether a department head, associate dean, or director/dean in libraries, we are all managing in the middle. This panel will explore what "middle" means in three different contexts. Each of the three panelists will share how he/she works with others in university and library leadership, peers, and those who report to them to effectively move their libraries forward. Panelists: Deb Shumaker, Director of Library Services and Tutoring, Kirtland Community College Paul Gallaghar, Director of Operations and User Services, Wayne State University Sarah Beaubien, Head of Collections and Scholarly Communications, Grand Valley State University 11:45 a.m. Lunch and Networking Panel Session: Onboarding New Hires Description: Getting newly hired librarians off to a strong start promotes engagement, performance and retention. This panel will discuss different approaches to the onboarding process from the perspectives of both a community college library and a large academic library. The discussion will include elements of a successful onboarding program and staffing an onboarding program with limited resources. Panelists: Jill Morningstar, Coordinator of Mentoring Initiatives, Michigan State University Sandy McCarthy, Faculty Librarian, Washtenaw Community College Julie Garrison, Dean University Libraries Western Michigan University 1903 W Michigan Ave Kalamazoo MI 49008-5353

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July 9, 4pm: Local YA Author Panel at Addison Township Library
by Jaema Berman 01 Jul '16

01 Jul '16

As part of its Summer Reading Program, the Addison Township Public Library is excited to host an author panel with four young adult authors from around Michigan: Ava Jae, Bethany Neal, Laura Wolfe and Sarah Zettel. The panel will take place on Saturday, July 9 at 4 p.m. and will also include a Q&A with the audience and book signing by the authors. Ava Jae’s debut YA novel, “Beyond the Red,” which came out in March, is a sci-fi adventure with aliens, politics, rebellion and romance. Ava lives in Ann Arbor and is also an editor, as well as being an active blogger/vlogger on all things reading and writing. Bethany Neal writes “young adult fiction with a little dark side and a lot of kissing.” Another Ann Arbor resident, Bethany’s book “My Last Kiss” is the story of a ghost who must discover what really happened on the night of her death. Laura Wolfe, an equine enthusiast, lives in Milford. Her YA debut, “Trail of Secrets,” a fascinating mystery set at a fictional Michigan horse camp, was a Finalist in the 2016 Indie Book Awards First Novel Under 80,000 Words category. She has also recently published a children’s picture book, “Henrietta’s Hoof Polish.” Sarah Zettel is an award-winning fantasy, science fiction and mystery author, and writes for both adults and teens, having published fourteen novels and many short stories. Her most recent contributions to the YA genre include the “American Fairy” trilogy, set during the Dust Bowl, and the “Palace of Spies” trilogy, a mystery series in the time of King George I. -- 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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New Documents for July
by Sarjeant, Bruce C 01 Jul '16

01 Jul '16

A list of new documents for July has been posted to the GODORT of Michigan wiki. Of note this month: Census Fast Facts: 4th of July. Financial Aid for Students: Online Resources. Michigan's Water Strategy (Part 1). 2015 Annual Report to Congress: Second Annual Summary of Activities and Expenditures to Manage the Threat of Asian Carp in the Upper Mississippi and Ohio River Basins. Michigan FY 17 Budget. http://godortmi.pbworks.com/w/page/109259572/June%202016%20New%20Documents%… Bruce Sarjeant Reference, Documents & Maps Librarian Lydia M. Olson Library Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave Marquette, MI 49855 bsarjean(a)nmu.edu 906-227-1580

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Braille Summer Reading Program
by Perri Saunders 01 Jul '16

01 Jul '16

A month or so ago I received information about an online (I think) Braille summer reading program. I printed it out and passed it on to the mom, but she's lost it. Can anyone pass this info on again? We have a little guy that visits the area during the summer, and I'd like to offer him as much as possible. Thanks so much, -- Perri Saunders, Director White Pigeon Township Library 102 N. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 399 White Pigeon, MI 49099 269-483-7409 *p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us <p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us> * *Brighten the corner where you are.*

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4 person computer station free
by Melissa Huisman 01 Jul '16

01 Jul '16

Hi! Free for any library that wants it - 4 station computer unit. The monitors are sunk inside and sit on little shelves and the keyboards are on trays. Both the monitor stands and the keyboard trays can be removed and you’d just have a normal table but with 4 glass panels on the surface. Also, the frosted privacy glass was added later and can be removed. Chairs aren’t included. You’d have to come here and pick it up. It fits in the back of an SUV when taken apart. And it is already all taken apart. Thanks! From: Melissa Huisman Sent: Tuesday, June 14, 2016 10:07 AM To: Melissa Huisman <mhuisman(a)hudsonville.org<mailto:mhuisman@hudsonville.org>> Subject:

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Annual Director Evaluations
by COO Lavonne Marshall 01 Jul '16

01 Jul '16

Hello All, If you are the director of your library, how does your board of trustees manage your annual review? Do you meet with the Personnel Committee as a whole? Do the trustees conduct the annual review at a regularly scheduled board meeting as a group? I am interested to learn how other libraries manage this. Thanks a bunch. LaVonne Marshall Director Coopersville Area District Library 333 Ottawa Street Coopersville MI 49404 616-837-6809 "If you have good thoughts they will shine out of your face like sunbeams and you will always look lovely" Roald Dahl

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Batman Day
by Lancaster, Catherine (MDE) 30 Jun '16

30 Jun '16

Programming Idea: DC Comics was promoting Batman Day<http://www.dccomics.com/blog/2016/06/14/batman-day-returns> at ALA - Saturday, September 17, 2016. Follow the link for a form at the bottom of the site to receive a free downloadable kit. #BatmanDay 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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Deep Freeze type software
by Stacy Pasche 30 Jun '16

30 Jun '16

Our Deep Freeze (Faronics license is about to expire and I'm wondering if anyone can recommend anything similar? I'm not unhappy with Deep Freeze- I just want to know what my options are. Thanks! -- Stacy Pasche, Assistant Library Director *"Sometimes it's fun to do the impossible." -Walt Disney*

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MeL Minute - Gale Promotional Materials
by Borrelli, Eunice (MDE) 30 Jun '16

30 Jun '16

Hi all, We all know that the Gale MeL databases<http://mel.org/databases> are fabulous and full of useful information for Michiganders of all ages but sometimes it's helpful to have a bookmark or poster to remind patrons of the unique features of each database. While you could design your own, there's no need to do so because Gale makes available free promotional materials for you to order. Bookmarks, flyers, posters, tent cards, tip sheets, and more are MeL branded and can be customized to show your library's name/address/logo/url or other message as well, for shipment directly to your location, for free! Start at the Gale ProMo site<http://solutions.cengage.com/gale/galepromo/>, sign in**, select "I'll Take It" or "I'll Tweak It", scroll down to find the Michigan eLibrary, and choose the piece(s) of interest. In a few weeks you'll have colorful promo pieces to help boost database and library usage. **To obtain the required username and password unique to Michigan libraries, send an email to contact(a)mel.org<mailto:contact@mel.org> Michigan residents or Michigan library access only. MeL Minutes are brought to you by the Library of Michigan. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for next week's MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact(a)mel.org<mailto:contact@mel.org> or visit mel.org<http://mel.org/>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your public service colleagues. Eunice Eunice C. Borrelli Michigan eLibrary Internet Librarian Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education 517-241-4996 [Follow MeL on Twitter]<https://twitter.com/meldotorg> [MeL - Michigan eLibrary Logo] <http://mel.org/> [Like MeL on Facebook] <https://www.facebook.com/mel.org> [cid:image001.png@01D1A46B.DA1302F0]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/

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