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Romulus job postings
by Patricia Braden 27 Jun '16

27 Jun '16

The Romulus Public Library has openings for an Adult Services Librarian and a Library Assistant. Both are part-time. Thanks! Patty Patty Braden Library Director Romulus Public Library 11121 Wayne Road Romulus, MI 48174 (734) 942-7589 www.romulus.lib.mi.us Serving Romulus and Huron Township

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Invitation to Pinckney Library's Game of Thrones Themed Event
by Hope Siasoco 27 Jun '16

27 Jun '16

Dear library colleagues, You, your family, friends and community are cordially invited to attend the Pinckney Community Public Library's upcoming Game of Thrones themed program. Now in our third year, this event includes the Howell Nature Center's "Birds of Prey" presentation (funded by the Friends of the Pinckney Library), a talk on the medieval history that anchors the world of George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire book series as well as HBO's Game of Thrones, trivia games, photo booth courtesy of the Pinckney Players, GoT themed refreshments, and a rousing discussion of the books as well as Season 6 of the TV show. For more information, check out: http://bit.ly/28YLuS6 This special program is on Thursday, June 30th, from 6:30pm-8pm. For more information or to sign up for this event, please contact the library at 734-878-3888. We hope very much that you can attend. Please feel free to forward this information to others whom you think might be interested in attending. Sincerely, Hope Siasoco Pinckney Library ---- Pinckney Community Public Library 125 Putnam St. Pinckney, MI 48169 Tel: 734-878-2952 Fax: 734-878-2907 Email: hsiasoco(a)pinckneylibrary.org

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MIX 2016 Registration now available
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 27 Jun '16

27 Jun '16

The 2016 MIX (Michigan Instruction Exchange) Conference Registration is now available. Registration includes continental breakfast, lunch and an exciting day of programs and panel discussions devoted to high school information literacy skill building, skills for college success and the potential of high school/university library partnerships! You can find more information on the MIX 2016 webpage http://guides.lib.wayne.edu/ld.php?content_id=22691673 Or go directly to our registration form here. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mix-2016-michigan-instruction-exchange-tickets… We hope to see you at MIX 2016 on August 5 at Macomb Community College Center Campus. Questions? Please contact Veronica Bielat, Wayne State University Library System 313-577-4217 vbielat(a)wayne.edu<mailto:vbielat@wayne.edu> Veronica Veronica Bielat<http://library.wayne.edu/info/staff/person.php?email=ag6887> Instruction Services Coordinator Liaison Librarian for the College of Education & Department of Anthropology 165 TRC 313-577-4217 vbielat(a)wayne.edu<mailto:vbielat@wayne.edu> Remember, you can always Ask-A-Librarian<http://library.wayne.edu/services/help/> 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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Children's Library Cards
by Mary Beth Reasoner 27 Jun '16

27 Jun '16

Dear All - At this morning's Staff Meeting at Tecumseh District Library, we had a rousing discussion about when a child should be eligible to receive a library card. This discussion covered the age/grade/ability to write their names aspects and then progressed into talking about our frustrations in dealing with parents whose cards are blocked due to fines and long overdue materials who then open up a card in their young child's name so they (the adults) can still check out books and have access to our computers. (So yes, there are really two issues here.) Our current policy is that a child can receive a TDL library card at any age. The Registration Card is filled out and signed by the parent or legal guardian. They then sign a Release Form that emphasizes it is their responsibility to keep the card in good standing and allows them access to the child's borrowing record. As stated on our website: Cards for Minors Youths under the age of 18 will be issued their own Resident or Non-Resident library card when the parent or guardian signs a registration form and assumes all financial obligation. Access to the youth's borrowing record will be provided only if a release form is signed by the parent or guardian. A parent or guardian has to be present with the minor at the time of pick-up to sign the card and the Release Form. They must present a valid proof of residence. I agree with our current policy (no age limit, no grade limit, no can-they-write-their-name limit) because it allows equal access to all children within our service area (and I am aware of the Library Bill of Rights for Minors which I will share with the staff), but the group had several strong differing opinions. So I promised my Director and colleagues that I would request feedback from other libraries via Michlib-l so we could review a range of different policies. So, here goes! What is your library's policy concerning issuing library cards to minors and what is the reasoning or rationale behind that policy? Thank you for your time and assistance as we seek to compare different policies. Mary Beth Mary Beth Reasoner Children's Services Librarian Tecumseh District Library mbreasoner(a)tecumsehlibrary.org<http://mbreasoner@tecumsehlibrary.org><mailto:mbreasoner@gmail.com> www.tecumsehlibrary.org<http://www.tecumsehlibrary.org/> 215 North Ottawa Street Tecumseh, MI 49286-1564 517-423-2238 517-423-5519 (Fax) "Let us read and let us dance, two amusements that will never do any harm to the world." - Voltaire

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From Poet and Librarian Jessy Randall
by barringer＠blissfieldlibrary.org 27 Jun '16

27 Jun '16

>From Poet and Librarian Jessy Randall, originally published at http://ohioedit.com/category/poetry/. Bob Barringer, PhD Director The Schultz-Holmes Memorial Library 407 S. Lane St. Blissfield, MI 49228 517-486-2858 517-486-3565 (fax) www.blissfieldlibrary.org

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Book Making Workshop
by Murphy, Edwina (MDE) 27 Jun '16

27 Jun '16

Six slots remain! Beginning Book Making Workshop July 9th, 1:30 - 4:00 PM Library of Michigan, 2nd floor conference room Artist Betsy Begue will walk participants through the process of making their own handmade journal. This will be a half day class with all materials included. Participants will take home their very own book. Class space is limited, registration is required with a fee of $10.00. For registration please see: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/makebooks Edwina A. Murphy Michigan Collection Librarian Michigan Center for the Book Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909

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Friends of the Library Workshop in the UP
by Lisa Waskin 25 Jun '16

25 Jun '16

Calling all Friends of the Library, Trustees, Directors, staff - We will be holding a Workshop on Thursday, July 7th from 9:30am - 2:30pm to address issues specific to Friends of the Library organizations, at the Mollie R. Kahl Community Library in Rudyard, Michigan. This workshop is open to FOL members, library staff and Trustees who want to know more about all aspects of Friends organizations. Library Law Attorney Anne Seurynck will be sharing legal information; President of the Michigan FOL, Paul Snyder will be talking about resources; and FOL member and author, Fran Vigeant will offer advice as a current member of a vibrant Friends of the Library organization on fundraising for your library. We will also have a volunteer appreciation lunch, and then time for you to network with fellow Friends. Cost of the workshop is free - however I do need a definite RSVP by Friday, July 1st for food, dietary restrictions, and materials. Thank you and we hope to see you at this rare opportunity of a workshop in the Upper Peninsula. I have attached an agenda for the day. The address for the Mollie R. Kahl Community Library is: 11185 W. Second Street Rudyard, MI 49780 (attached to the school) Lisa Waskin, Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Ph. (906) 632-9331 Fax (906) 635-0210 lisaw(a)uproc.lib.mi.us <mailto:lisaw@uproc.lib.mi.us>

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Petty Cash Policy
by Dan Hutchins 24 Jun '16

24 Jun '16

Hello all,Would anyone out there in libraryland happen to have a petty cash policy they would be willing to share?Thank you! Dan Hutchins, Director Harrison Township Public Library 38255 L'Anse Creuse Ste. A Harrison Township, MI 48045 http://htlibrary.org 586-329-1261 dhutchins(a)htlibrary.org

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Photo reproduction fees
by Meredith Sommers 24 Jun '16

24 Jun '16

Hello, We are considering updating our fee schedule for historic photo prints and digital files. Would you be willing to share yours, please? It would be helpful to know what other institutions are charging, and how they handle sharing digital images. Thank you! Meredith ------------------------- Meredith Sommers Reference Librarian Bayliss Public Library Superior District Library

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Job opening - Circulation Clerk (part-time) West Bloomfield Twp. Library
by mck＠mi.rr.com 24 Jun '16

24 Jun '16

The West Bloomfield Twp. Public Library has a part-time opening for a Circulation Clerk (20 hours/week) in our circulation department at the Main Library. Includes evening and weekend hours (Saturday/Sunday). Circulation clerks perform a variety of public service, technical and clerical duties related to the circulation of materials. Rate of pay: $11.80 per hour. Posting and application form (Permanent position application) at: http://www.westbloomfieldlibrary.org/aboutus/employment.php Submit cover letter, resume including three workplace references and completed application form and resume to: Human Resources West Bloomfield Twp. Public Library 4600 Walnut Lake Rd. West Bloomfield, MI. 48323 PH: (248) 232-2307 Email: killianm(a)wblib.org www.westbloomfieldlibrary.org Deadline: Until filled The West Bloomfield Twp. Public Library has openings for reference substitute librarians in both adult and youth services at the Main Library. Librarian substitutes perform a variety of professional and public service duties while providing reference and reader’s advisory services to the public. Substitutes have no set schedule and primarily work weekends or other times as needed. Rate of pay: $ 15.75 (weekdays)/$16.25 (Sundays) per hour. Position is open until filled. The online application form (casual/temporary form) can be found at: http://www.westbloomfieldlibrary.org/aboutus/employment.php Submit completed application form and resume to: Mary Killian, Main Library Branch Manager West Bloomfield Twp. Public Library 4600 Walnut Lake Rd. West Bloomfield, MI. 48323 PH: (248) 232-2307 Email: killianm(a)wblib.org www.westbloomfieldlibrary.org Deadline: Until filled

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