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Fwd: MeL Training on DemographicsNow
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 09 Mar '16

09 Mar '16

Hello All--this is an excellent set of workshops tailored to specifics of MeL's DemographicsNow, a power business and marketing databases from Gale. All webinars are free; see registration links below. DemographicsNow also has applications in high schools with marketing, business and young entrepreneur programs/classes besides being an excellent tool for small businesses and entrepreneurs who are either growing or starting businesses. Please share widely with your small business contacts! Best regards, Deb Deb Renee Biggs Michigan eLibrary & Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan --------------------------- 517-373-4466 biggsd(a)michigan.gov<mailto:biggsd@michigan.gov> http://mel.org http://facebook.com/mel.org http://twitter.com/meldotorg Move Your Business Community Forward [Gale - Cengage Learning] About<http://www.cengage.com/search/showresults.do?channel=Eloqua&elq_mid=13882&e…> | Contact<http://solutions.cengage.com/gale/contact/?channel=Eloqua&elq_mid=13882&elq…> [http://img.en25.com/EloquaImages/clients/CengageLearningInc/%7b5777b1df-c5e…] [http://img.en25.com/EloquaImages/clients/CengageLearningInc/%7bbe186ae8-41c…] DemographicsNow Webinar Series DemographicsNow is provided FREE to your library through Michigan eLibrary (MeL). This highly customizable, cloud-based collection of rich business and demographic data provides patrons seeking business and entrepreneurial research assistance with easy access to real-time demographic, purchasing, and consumer behavior reports, to name a few. Be at the ready to help your local business community by learning the ins and outs of this robust resource. Register for any or all of the training sessions: DemographicsNow: How to pull demographic data, consumer spending data, and more! <https://cengage.webex.com/cengage/onstage/g.php?channel=Eloqua&elq_mid=1388…> Thursday, March 31, 2016 3:00 pm (30 minutes) DemographicsNow: How to visualize data variables on a map!<https://cengage.webex.com/cengage/onstage/g.php?channel=Eloqua&elq_mid=1388…> Thursday, April 21, 2016 3:00 pm (30 minutes) DemographicsNow: How to pull business or household information to create mailing lists!<https://cengage.webex.com/cengage/onstage/g.php?channel=Eloqua&elq_mid=1388…> Thursday, May 12, 2016 3:00 pm (30 minutes) DemographicsNow: How to create and pull data from custom geographies! <https://cengage.webex.com/cengage/onstage/g.php?channel=Eloqua&elq_mid=1388…> Thursday, June 9, 2016 3:00 pm (30 minutes) [http://img.en25.com/eloquaimages/clients/Catalyst/%7be163915b-ce8d-4f35-9cd…] <https://cengage.webex.com/cengage/onstage/g.php?channel=Eloqua&elq_mid=1388…> [http://assets.cengage.com/email/GAMG/images/ICON-blog.png]<http://blog.gale.com?channel=Eloqua&elq_mid=13882&elq_cid=4695549&elqTrackI…> [http://assets.cengage.com/email/GAMG/images/ICON-facebook.png]<https://www.facebook.com/GaleCengage?channel=Eloqua&elq_mid=13882&elq_cid=4…> [http://assets.cengage.com/email/GAMG/images/ICON-twitter.png]<https://twitter.com/cengagegale?channel=Eloqua&elq_mid=13882&elq_cid=469554…> [http://assets.cengage.com/email/reps/images/ICON-google.png]<https://plus.google.com/+galecengage/posts?channel=Eloqua&elq_mid=13882&elq…> [http://assets.cengage.com/email/GAMG/images/ICON-linkedin.png]<http://www.linkedin.com/company/gale?channel=Eloqua&elq_mid=13882&elq_cid=4…> View on Mobile Phone<http://s2138.t.en25.com/e/es.aspx?s=2138&e=257613&elqTrackId=6d41345329fd4e…> | View as Web page<http://s2138.t.en25.com/e/es.aspx?s=2138&e=257613&elqTrackId=6178a722238642…> Privacy Policy<http://www.cengage.com/privacy/?channel=Eloqua&elq_mid=13882&elq_cid=469554…> - Manage Subscriptions<http://s2138.t.en25.com/e/sl.aspx?s=2138&elq=342218f64ee44fd9b46b5f2c9f44f1…> - DMCA<http://www.cengage.com/dmca/index.html?channel=Eloqua&elq_mid=13882&elq_cid…> Gale, a part of Cengage Learning, Inc. 27500 Drake Road Farmington Hills, MI. 48331-3535 [http://s2138.t.en25.com/e/FooterImages/FooterImage1?elq=342218f64ee44fd9b46…]

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Quits at White Lake Twp Lib
by Amy Rosen 09 Mar '16

09 Mar '16

Quilt display at the Library! White Lake Township Library is proud to host “Coloring With Masters” quilt show by the Aussome Study Group. Over 45 (16”x20”) quilts will be on display in the Library until the end of March. Artist were inspired by Beckwith, Loudermilk, Max, Rodrigue, Seuss, Tiffany and Nespolo. We hope you will come in and check out these beautiful fiber art pieces. -- Amy Rosen Head of Adult Services White Lake Township Library 7527 E Highland Road White Lake MI 48383 248-698-4942 ext 100 whitelakelibrary.org

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Part-time Outreach Services Librarian position
by Lisa Hoenig 09 Mar '16

09 Mar '16

The Ypsilanti District Library has three part-time positions available: Outreach Services Librarian, Outreach Services Para-Professional, and Youth Services Para-Professional - Michigan Avenue Branch (details below). Applications are welcomed at the address below or to my email through March 25th. Lisa Lisa Hoenig, Director Ypsilanti District Library 5577 Whittaker Road (734)879-1300 Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 fax (734)482-0047 www.ypsilibrary.org<http://www.ypsilibrary.org/> lisa(a)ypsilibrary.org<mailto:lisa@ypsilibrary.org> *************************************************** Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does. -- William James ** J O B P O S T I N G YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY Part-Time Outreach Services Librarian II DATE: March 9, 2016 POSITION: Outreach Services Librarian II (.5 FTE, 20 hours per week) NATURE OF WORK: Under the direction of the Head of Outreach Services, fulfills typical duties which may include, but are not limited to: * Delivery of reference, information and reader's advisory services for library patrons of all ages. * Assists patrons in use of computers and other library technology. * Plans, promotes, implements and evaluates storytimes and other library programs. * Develops, maintains and promotes library collections. * Serves on library-wide committees and participates in school outreach activities. * Contributes to the smooth operation of the Navigator bookmobile and YDL - Superior Township. * Other responsibilities may include assignment to subject or service specialty areas. QUALIFICATIONS: * Master's Degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA accredited institution. * Must be eligible for certification according to Library of Michigan personnel standards. * Knowledge of child development and literacy. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Strong commitment to customer service. * Ability to function in a professional manner, work independently, and use good judgment. * Flexible and dependable. * Enthusiastic, positive team player. * Experience working with diverse populations. * Knowledge of computers, Internet and emerging technologies. * Demonstrated understanding of philosophies, techniques, and trends in public library service. HOURS: Part-time, 20 hours per week (including regularly scheduled evenings and weekends). SALARY/BENEFITS: Hourly wage starting at $18.63. Pro-rated paid time off and paid holidays. Employer paid retirement contribution after one year of service. This position is part of the AFSCME union bargaining unit. TO APPLY: Send resume, cover letter, & application form (available at www.ypsilibrary.org<http://www.ypsilibrary.org>) by Friday, March 25, 2016 to: Human Resources Ypsilanti District Library 5577 Whittaker Road Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 Ypsilanti District Library is an equal opportunity employer. ** J O B P O S T I N G YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY Part-Time Outreach Services Para-Professional DATE: March 9, 2016 POSITION: Outreach Services Para-Professional (.5 FTE, 20 hours per week) NATURE OF WORK: Para-professional duties as assigned by Head of Outreach Services. Typical duties may include, but are not limited to: * Supports delivery of reference, information and reader's advisory services for library patrons of all ages. * Assists patrons in use of computers and other library technology. * Participates in storytimes, library program planning, and special projects as assigned. * Assists with collection development projects. * Performs circulation duties. * Represents YDL at community events by distributing information and speaking about the Library. * Contributes to the smooth operation of the Navigator Bookmobile and YDL - Superior Township. QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelor's Degree. Public library experience preferred. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Strong commitment to public service excellence. * Ability to function in a professional manner, work independently, and use good judgment. * Flexible and dependable. * Enthusiastic, positive team player. * Experience working with diverse populations. * Proficiency in using computers and Internet. * Demonstrated knowledge of library resources and ability to locate library materials. HOURS: Part-time, 20 hours per week (including regularly scheduled evenings and weekends). SALARY/BENEFITS: Hourly wage starting at $14.36. Pro-rated paid time off and paid holidays. Employer paid retirement contribution after one year of service. This position is part of the AFSCME union bargaining unit. TO APPLY: Send resume, cover letter, & application form (available at www.ypsilibrary.org<http://www.ypsilibrary.org>) by Friday, March 25, 2016 to: Human Resources Ypsilanti District Library 5577 Whittaker Road Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 Ypsilanti District Library is an equal opportunity employer. ** J O B P O S T I N G YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY Part-Time Para-Professional -- Michigan Avenue Youth Department DATE: March 9, 2016 POSITION: YDL - Youth Department Para-Professional (.5 FTE, 20 hours per week) NATURE OF WORK: Para-professional duties as assigned by Michigan Avenue Branch Manager. Typical duties may include, but are not limited to: * Supports delivery of reference, information, and reader's advisory services for library patrons of all ages. * Assists patrons in use of computers and other library technology. * Participates in library program planning and implementation for youth. * Assists with collection development projects. * Contributes to the smooth operation of the Michigan Avenue Youth Department. QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelor's Degree. Formal training in a child-related field or experience working with youth desired. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Strong commitment to public service excellence. * Ability to function in a professional manner, work independently, and use good judgment. * Flexible and dependable. * Enthusiastic, positive team player. * Demonstrated ability to work with families and youth from diverse populations. * Proficiency in using computers and Internet. * Strong desire to engage children birth-18, their parents, caregivers and teachers. * Knowledge of children's literature, information resources, and child and adolescent development concepts desired. * Previous successful public library experience desired. HOURS: Part-time, 20 hours per week (including regularly scheduled evenings and weekends). SALARY/BENEFITS: Hourly wage starting at $14.36. Pro-rated paid time off and paid holidays. Employer paid retirement contribution after one year of service. This position is part of the AFSCME union bargaining unit. TO APPLY: Send resume, cover letter, & application form (available at www.ypsilibrary.org<http://www.ypsilibrary.org>) by Friday, March 25, 2016 to: Human Resources Ypsilanti District Library 5577 Whittaker Road Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 Ypsilanti District Library is an equal opportunity employer.

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Jack and Kitty Norton
by Jessica Luther 09 Mar '16

09 Mar '16

Good morning! Has anyone had a program with Jack and Kitty Norton? I am looking for a few all-ages music programs that are a little higher energy and having a difficult time finding any reviews of their live performances. Thanks! -- Jessica Luther Development Coordinator Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library jluther(a)alpenalibrary.org 989.356.6188 ext. 25

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Celebrate Books & Reading!
by Lester, Kathy 09 Mar '16

09 Mar '16

Plan on attending MAME's Spring Workshop:*Celebrate Books and Reading! *which is scheduled for Saturday, April 23rd. Everyone is welcome: school & public librarians, teachers, and any book lover! Bring a friend. The location is near the Howell Tanger Outlet Mall; so plan on a day of learning, sharing, and shopping!! You can find out more and register at: http://bit.ly/MAMEspring Here is the lineup: Colby Sharp *Building and Fostering a Reading Community * *Colby Sharp loves all things books. When he’s not reading with his third graders, he might be hosting book-related Twitter chats, reviewing titles on his website (mrcolbysharp.com <https://sharpread.wordpress.com/>), or blogging at the Nerdy Book Club <https://nerdybookclub.wordpress.com/>, which Sharp cofounded with Donalyn Miller and two other educators. Colby facilitates Nerd Camp, a summer Edcamp PD conference with a literacy twist.* Kim Clark and Kim Troost *Make Your Book Clubs a Blast!* *Kim Clark, Media Specialist, and Kim Troost, Classroom Teacher, will talk about practical ideas for launching your book clubs in a way that sparks the interest of every reader. Help children and teens achieve new heights and explore a universe of reading with strategies that you can apply to multiple titles and situations.* Leslie Bermel: Junior Library Guild *New Release Books Your Students Will Love* Leslie Bermel is JLG's resident book talker. If it's good, she's read it! She has become one of the faces of the best new books as she travels throughout the country talking with librarians and educators. Thousands of children's books are released each year; which do you choose? This booktalk highlights some of Leslie's new favorites among this season’s outstanding new or soon-to-be released titles (Fall and Winter ‘17). The talk will include discussion of possible classroom uses, target audience, and why these particular books are so appealing. Lunch is included and SCECH's are available. Questions?? Let me know, --Kathy Kathy Lester, MLIS, MA MAME Past-President 2014 School Librarian/Technology Integrationist East Middle School, Plymouth-Canton Schools *2012 **State Librarian's Excellence Award Winner* kathyL(a)mimame.org cell: 810-333-5873

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Millage election later this year
by Ann Greene 08 Mar '16

08 Mar '16

Hello,We will have a millage renewal on the ballot in August of this year. We are preparing information about the election for handouts for the public and for staff. If any of you have a handout that you gave to staff to use in answering the question, "Why do we need libraries now that there is the Internet?" I would really appreciate it if you would be willing to share. Thank you!Ann GreeneDirectorEau Claire District Librarygreenelib(a)yahoo.com

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SEMLOL Spring Meeting, April 15, 1 – 4 PM
by SEMLOL Executive Board 08 Mar '16

08 Mar '16

Please join us for the SEMLOL Spring meeting, which will take place on April 15th, 2016, from 1-4pm at Lawrence Technological University. The meeting program consists of three presentations that focus on the theme of "Library Collaborations”-- “Town-Gown Partnerships” David Carter, University of Michigan and Ann Drozd, Ann Arbor District Library “Making Connections with Health Care Information” Elizabeth Bucciarelli, Eastern Michigan University “Crossroads for Success” Judith Arnold, Veronica Bielat, and Katrina Rouan, Wayne State University The Executive Board is also proposing a change to the following language in the By-Laws, to be decided by the membership at the Spring Membership Meeting. EXISTING: Article 7. OFFICERS Section 2: The Chair Elect shall be elected annually. The Chair Elect shall serve for two years, the first as Chair Elect and the second as Chair. The Chair, upon completion of his/her duties, may remain on the Executive Board ex officio, without vote, for one year. The Secretary shall be elected in even-numbered years by the General Membership at the Annual Meeting and shall serve a two-year term. PROPOSED: Article 7. OFFICERS Section 2: The Chair Elect shall be elected annually. The Chair Elect shall have previously served on the Executive Board as an officer or Member-At-Large. The Chair Elect shall serve for two years, the first as Chair Elect and the second as Chair. The Chair, upon completion of his/her duties, may remain on the Executive Board ex officio, without vote, for one year. The Secretary shall be elected in even-numbered years by the General Membership at the Annual Meeting and shall serve a two-year term. Registration is available online at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/library-collaborations-registration-22461368558 <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/library-collaborations-registration-22461368558> Registrations received on or before April 10th will secure the early bird rate of $15. Registration after April 10th is $20. Parking is free and light refreshments will be served. Please see the attached flyer for more details. We look forward to seeing everyone in April! Jonathan Scherger :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: SEMLOL Executive Board, Chair Southeastern Michigan League of Libraries www.semlol.org

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Recording of Every Child Ready to Read - What are the Basics webinar
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 08 Mar '16

08 Mar '16

You can find the recording for today's webinar at http://libraryofmichigan.adobeconnect.com/p8f4ydptyl8/. Registration for future webinars and links to recordings for future webinars are at www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices<http://www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices> in the Every Child Ready to Read section. ____________________________________ For those wondering about the Every Child Ready to Read program, you can attend a webinar on March 8th at 2 pm to hear about the basics from Sue McCleaf Nespeca before the full day workshops at the end of the month. You can sign up for the free webinar at http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/CourseByAlpha.asp. The registration page also includes information on the rest of the webinar series Sue will be doing. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Visit our March is Reading Month website<http://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,4615,7-140-28753_65803-376051--,00.html> for motivating examples and activities that encourage purposeful reading for all Michiganders. [cid:image001.png@01D169A3.73327F50]

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Fwd: Britannica Spring Webinars
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 08 Mar '16

08 Mar '16

Please see below for some excellent training opportunities for BritannicaSchool in MeL that target STEM, English Language Arts and Social Studies content areas. Please share with your networks! Kind regards, Deb Deb Renee Biggs Michigan eLibrary & Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan --------------------------- 517-373-4466 biggsd(a)michigan.gov<mailto:biggsd@michigan.gov> http://mel.org http://facebook.com/mel.org http://twitter.com/meldotorg Britannica School - Social Studies in Focus Britannica School has thousands of trusted resources for you and your Social Studies students to access from school or home. Discover articles, multimedia pieces, primary sources, and county research tools, just to name a few. In this one-hour webinar, we'll explore Social Studies content to save, organize, and share! Tuesday, April 19<x-apple-data-detectors://18>th<x-apple-data-detectors://18> 11:00 AM EST<x-apple-data-detectors://18> Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7243015628791482115 Thursday, April 21<x-apple-data-detectors://20>st<x-apple-data-detectors://20> 3:30 PM EST<x-apple-data-detectors://20> Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3897592072097003779 Britannica School - STEM in Focus Schools are taking a new look at their resources for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. This one hour webinar will take you on a journey to find STEM resources in Britannica School. Learn about the STEM initiative and how Britannica School helps support you in: * motivating students to learn deeply and think critically * emphasizing real-world applications of key concepts * building problem solving, logical reasoning, research, and inquiry skills * encouraging collaboration, writing, and discussion to prepare students for college and future careers Choose the date and time that works best for you. Monday, April 18<x-apple-data-detectors://23>th<x-apple-data-detectors://23> 10 AM EST<x-apple-data-detectors://23> Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8858683094620790276 Wednesday April 20<x-apple-data-detectors://25>th<x-apple-data-detectors://25> 3:30 PM EST<x-apple-data-detectors://25> Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5118781154160249857 Britannica School -ELA in Focus The Michigan Common Core ELA Standards emphasize the importance of evidence-based reading and writing for grades K-12. In this webinar, learn about these shifts in student expectations and discover strategies to promote the use of evidence in research with Britannica School. We'll explore graphic organizers that support reading informational text and planning expository and argumentative writing. Also learn how to address the many different needs of your students while providing them with rich, valuable content. We will explore varying levels of text complexity, image resources, reading and vocabulary support tools, and more! Monday, April 18<x-apple-data-detectors://28>th <x-apple-data-detectors://28> 3:30 PM EST<x-apple-data-detectors://28> Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2851222040314383363 Friday, April 22<x-apple-data-detectors://30>nd<x-apple-data-detectors://30> 11 AM EST<x-apple-data-detectors://30> Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/140804931567501827

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new email address
by Richland Township Library 08 Mar '16

08 Mar '16

We have a change in our email address please update your records - email address: rtl(a)richlandtownshiplibrary.com Thank you Sherma Horrocks Richland Township Library 8821 Third Street PO Box 220 Vestaburg, Michigan 48891 (989) 268-5044

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