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needed - Hmong and Madarin translators
by Marsh, Nyama 28 Feb '16

28 Feb '16

Hello Everyone, Having previously lived in Flint, MI, I now have friends looking for people who can translate flyers about water facts, distribution, lead facts, and new stuff as it comes out, for the Community Partners Communication Team. I'm hoping someone will be able to connect me with a person who can do that translating. Have a wonderful day, Nyama Nyama Y. Marsh Library Director n.marsh(a)wfblibrary.org 414-755-6551 (direct line) Whitefish Bay Public Library 5420 North Marlborough Drive Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 414-964-4380 (main line) "There are many ways to enlarge your child's world. Love of books is the best of all." ~Jacqueline Kennedy “Leaders don’t force people to follow – they invite them on a journey.” ~ Charles Lauer

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Book Shelves available at Grosse Pointe Barnes and Noble
by B. Kristen Valyi-Hax 27 Feb '16

27 Feb '16

Hi all, The Barnes and Noble located in Grosse Pointe has some book shelves that they are no longer able to use, and they are looking to donate them to a good home. There are approximately eight units and they have to be assembled front to back as shown in the attached photo. They are a wood composite and she said they are in very good condition. The are approximately 60" by 36". The contact person is Laurel Koenig @ 313-884-5220. Time is of the essence - She needs to hear from an interested party by 5:00pm on Monday 2/29/16 or they will be discarded. --- B. Kristen Valyi-Hax Director Harper Woods Public Library 19601 Harper Ave. Harper Woods, MI 48225 313-343-2575 313-343-2127 (fax)

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Re: [Michlib-l] StoryWalk Question
by Shutta Crum 27 Feb '16

27 Feb '16

Hi, Ann-- The Dawes Arboretum in Ohio has been doing this for several years. They do a wonderful job! (I was one of their authors. They used "Bravest of the Brave" one year for their summer book walk.) They have permanent signposts with removable flat panels for the books--tilted at an angle. Then every year they print a book's pages on waterproof materials and post the book along the reading trail. (Which is also wheelchair accessible.) They do a kick-off literacy day party with the arboretum's gift shop supplying and selling the author's books. They invite the author to speak, and put him/her up for the night. They make a big deal of it and often have a great turn out. On the day I was to speak/read at the kick-off party, it rained. Nevertheless, we still had a great crowd with umbrellas. I loved watching the kids run from page to page along the trail. The folks at the Dawes also had a signer there for several speech-impaired children who were attending. If you can talk the park into making it a permanent exhibit, that would be great. Kids would look forward to what new book was in the park. Making the storywalk more of an integral part of a park visit will make a bigger impression on young readers/park visitors. If you want any pics, let me know. I have a few from the Dawes I can send. Best of luck! Shutta *Shutta Crum* *www.shutta.com <http://www.shutta.com/>* *UH-OH! (Alfred A. Knopf)* *DOZENS OF COUSINS (Clarion, HMH)* *MINE! (Alfred A. Knopf)* *THOMAS AND THE DRAGON QUEEN (Alfred A. Knopf)* *32 Reviewers on How to Choose a Good Book <http://blog.shutta.com/2014/10/howtochooseagoodbook/> (Babies & Books!)* > > On Wed, Feb 24, 2016 at 12:17 PM, Chapman,Ann <chapmana(a)cadl.org> wrote: > >> Hello: We have received a grant to install a StoryWalk® >> http://www.kellogghubbard.org/storywalk in a local park. Has another >> library in Michigan already installed one? If so, will you contact me off >> list? It would be very helpful to hear experiences, pitfalls and successes >> as we embark on this project. I look forward to hearing your stories. >> Thanks for your help and keep those snow shovels handy. Ann >> >> >> >> Ann Chapman, Head Librarian >> >> Capital Area District Libraries - Haslett >> >> 1590 Franklin Street, Suite #200, Haslett, MI 48840 >> >> 517-339-2324 | chapmana(a)cadl.org >> >> www.cadl.org | *twitter.com/cadl <http://twitter.com/cadl> *| *facebook.com/cadlibrary >> <http://facebook.com/cadlibrary>* >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Michlib-l mailing list >> Michlib-l(a)mcls.org >> http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l >> >> > > > -- > Connie Jo Ozinga > Library Director > Commerce Township Community Library > 2869 N Pontiac Trail > Commerce, MI 48390 > (248) 669-8108 x101 > www.commercelibrary.info > > > The information contained in this electronic message is intended only for > the use of the designated recipient(s). If the reader of this message is not > the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, use, > dissemination, forwarding or copying of this message is strictly prohibited, > and we request that you delete the original message and all attachments. > > _______________________________________________ > Michlib-l mailing list > Michlib-l(a)mcls.org > http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l > >

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Invitation to upcoming Livingston Reads-One Book, One Community Presentation at the Pinckney Library
by Hope Siasoco 27 Feb '16

27 Feb '16

Please excuse the duplication as this has been sent via other group lists. The Pinckney Community Public Library would like to invite you, your family, friends and community to an upcoming Livingston Reads After Hours Presentation of "NASA's Missions to Mars". This program is on Wednesday, March 2, 2016, starting at 6:30pm. Join us for an engaging presentation by Dennis P. Stocker of NASA Glenn Research Center and its Speakers Bureau, who will speak about both the robotic and planned human exploration of the red planet. Mr. Stocker will also touch on related science fiction, such as Andy Weir's THE MARTIAN. (Refreshments will be served. Ages 12 and over are welcome to this free presentation.) For more information, check out our event flier (http://bit.ly/LRMissionstoMars [1]) or to find out other Livingston Reads related events at all six participating Livingston County Libraries, visit our Livingston Reads website (http://livingstonreads.org/Programming.html [2]). To register for this event, please call the library at 734-878-3888. We hope very much to see you then! Sincerely, Hope Siasoco, Library Director Pinckney Community Public Library -- Pinckney Community Public Library 125 Putnam St. Pinckney, MI 48169 Tel: 734-878-2952 Fax: 734-878-2907 Email: hsiasoco(a)pinckneylibrary.org Links: ------ [1] http://bit.ly/LRMissionstoMars [2] http://livingstonreads.org/Programming.html

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New Salary & New Close Date! Library Director, Branch District Library (MI)
by Jobeth Bradbury 26 Feb '16

26 Feb '16

LIBRARY DIRECTOR - BRANCH DISTRICT LIBRARY, SOUTH-CENTRAL MICHIGAN Manage six unique libraries as a single, unified system in South Central Michigan! The Branch District Library <https://www.branchdistrictlibrary.org/> Board of Trustees seeks a progressive and original leader who can and will capitalize on the Library's 2015 millage success and create a sound forward-thinking plan for the Library's future. The Library staff (37 employees, 23 FTE) serves the 46,905 citizens of Branch County and Allen Township in Hillsdale County with a $1.6 million operating budget. The Branch District Library was formed in 1991 by combining the resources and services of individual public libraries in Coldwater, Algansee, Bronson, Quincy, Sherwood, and Union Township. Branches of the District Library remain active in those communities, each of which has its own unique character, community support, programs and services. The challenge for the new Director will be to help the Library and its services flourish with its communities, move forward with innovation to restore hours and services and become recognized as the community resource. The District collaborates with the Woodlands Library Cooperative <http://woodlands.lib.mi.us/> and other agencies to provide technology, special programs and much more. Branch County <http://www.countyofbranch.com/> is located in southern Michigan, half way between Chicago and Detroit along the Old Sauk Trail, also known as the U.S. 12 Heritage Route. With warm small town hospitality, Coldwater (the county seat) and the surrounding communities offer festivals, shopping, restaurants and more than 100 area lakes for fishing and recreational activities-all amid very diverse and affordable housing options. Cultural amenities include the historical Tibbits Opera House in Coldwater-the second oldest theater in Michigan-offering near perfect acoustics in an intimate 499-seat setting. The theater offers a fine array of performances throughout the year and has developed an outstanding reputation for its Summer Theatre performances. Branch County is served by five school districts and two colleges-Baker College and Kellogg Community College. The area has a healthy and expanding economy, including the recently announced Clemens Food Group's $225 million investment in a new pork production facility. For more about the communities and the Library see Branch Links <http://www.gossagesager.com/branchlinks.htm> . Responsibilities. The Director reports to a seven-member Library Board of Trustees and under the broad policy guidance and direction from the Board, performs professional and administrative duties in planning, developing, implementing, and directing public library services for the Branch District Library. These duties include personnel management, budget preparation and financial management, policy and project development, facilities management, and community relations. The Director will work effectively with elected officials at the local, township and state level; and with the media, stakeholder groups, and the communities to enhance the Library's image as the heart of the county. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include a Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program; four years of experience as an administrator/director or as a department head for a public library (or equivalent); and the ability to obtain and retain Michigan Certification Level 1. Essential attributes and skills include: excellent communication and organizational skills; the ability and desire to plan, develop, and administer the activities of a public library; supervisory experience; demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Board, staff and community stakeholders; and an understanding and appreciation of public library best practices in the areas of intellectual freedom, collections, and library technologies. Successful experience as a library director reporting to a governing board, experience leading and implementing a strategic planning process and experience with a successful millage campaign are highly desirable. Compensation. The salary range is $70,000 to $82,000 (with placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) with an attractive benefits package. For further information contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> via email or telephone. To start the application process, send a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments via email to Dan Bradbury <mailto:danbradbury@gossagesager.com> on or before the closing date of April 10, 2016. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for <http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=111489311 6172&sit=xckjbseib&f=15a6803e-8d83-46e6-8d14-545a610c8414> our newsletter to get the latest updates! --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

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2016 LoC Literacy application available
by Stephen Bajjaly 26 Feb '16

26 Feb '16

The Library of Congress Center for the Book is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2016 Library of Congress Literacy Awards. These awards are given to outstanding organizations working to promote literacy, both in the United States and worldwide. The awards seek to recognize organizations doing exemplary, innovative and replicable work over a sustained period of time and to encourage new groups, organizations and individuals to become involved. All groups that work to promote literacy are encouraged to apply. Applications from groups that have applied before are welcome. The application rules and a downloadable application form may be accessed at www.read.gov/literacyawards/<http://www.read.gov/literacyawards/>. Applications must be received no later than midnight on March 31, 2016. Last year, the awards went to First Book (Rubenstein Prize-$150,000), United Through Reading (American Prize-$50,000) and Beanstalk (International Prize-$50,000). More information about these organizations and 14 other literacy leaders is available in "Library of Congress Literacy Awards 2015: Best Practices" at read.gov/documents/BestPractices2015.pdf<http://www.read.gov/documents/BestPractices2015.pdf>. Please share this information with any organizations that you think might be interested in applying for these awards. Questions may be directed to literacyawards(a)loc.gov<mailto:literacyawards@loc.gov>.

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MeL Minute - BusinessDecision training
by Borrelli, Eunice (MDE) 26 Feb '16

26 Feb '16

Hello all, MeL database, BusinessDecision<http://galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-bd.php> from Civic Technologies, is a robust tool for businesses and entrepreneurs seeking business-to-consumer market data. It contains company profiles, product/brand information, and market share data. Recently enhanced to include the latest data for 2015/2020 and thematic mapping capabilities, it's sure to be useful for beginners through expert users. Training webinars specifically for MeL users are being offered by Civic Technologies during March and April (with additional sessions to be added so that the training is always refreshed). Overview sessions will be presented on March 15 and April 12; Market Segmentation and LandScape will be presented on March 18. To view the schedule and register for a free session visit their training site at www.civictechnologies.com/training<http://www.civictechnologies.com/training> . Note, the times will be listed as Pacific Daylight Time. 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 atcontact(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 MeL Internet Librarian

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Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference - March 11 & 12
by Larry J. Wagenaar 26 Feb '16

26 Feb '16

My apologies if this is a duplicate email - I am also sending this to my personal contacts. We have one of the best Local History Conference programs ever. Larry Just a few days left to register at the regular price for the Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference Regular registration ends March 1. Late registration is March 2 to March 7. March 11-12, 2016 . Sterling Heights, Michigan <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Michigan-in-Perspectiv e-online.pdf> <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Michigan-in-Perspectiv e-online.pdf> Click here to download the flyer for more information and session descriptions. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/local-history-conference/registration /> Go to online registration. Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference is held annually in the Wayne/Oakland/ Macomb tri-county area and is open to anyone interested in state or regional history. The largest of our three conferences, this year's conference offers. . Four keynotes o Senator Carl Levin speaking on "Reflections on Representing Michigan" o Sandra S. Clark of the Michigan Historical Center speaking on "Natural and Cultural Resources: A Marriage Made in Michigan" o Jamon Jordan of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History discussing "Forged by Fire: Detroit's Riots and Rebellions and How Chaos Created a Community" o Theresa Q. Tran of the Asian & Pacific Islander American Vote-Michigan division talking about "A Family's Story: Asian-American Immigrants 1965 - Present" . Twenty-five "breakout" sessions that address local and statewide history. * Friday Reception featuring the Dodworth Saxhorn Band. . Saturday Gala: Echoes of Yesteryear: A Cavalcade of Characters >From Michigan's Past . Two days full of "meet and greets," refreshments, and optional meals. * Nearly 50 exhibitors/vendors for attendees to visit. _____ _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our state's oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan's rich history. _____ For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Michigan-in-Perspectiv e-online.pdf> Click here to download the flyer for more information and session descriptions. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/local-history-conference/registration /> Go to online registration. Come to hear these great sessions and more! Architectural Oases: Yamasaki in Detroit With John Gallagher Floating Palaces of the Great Lakes With Joel Stone Entering the Ranks: African Americans in the U.S. Marine Corps With Eugene Owens >From Texas to the Thumb With John Espinoza Midnight Women: Female Freedom Fighters With Oyatunde Amakisi A Circle Not Yet Complete: The Changing Face of Native Education in Michigan With Eric Hemenway Thanksgiving Day Magic on Woodward Avenue With Romie Minor Rose Capital of the United States With Lynn Anderson The Mighty Mac With Robert J. Sweeney The Ghosts of Politics Past: Michigan's Importance in Presidential Politics With Chuck Stokes Another Round for the "Great Beer State" With Scott Graham Trolleying Along Detroit's Street Railways With Michael Jackman and Kenneth E. Schramm Has the Mystery of the Edmund Fitzgerald Faded? With John R. Beck This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our state's history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with "remove" in the subject line.

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Fwd: House Bill 5219
by Christine Hage 25 Feb '16

25 Feb '16

My State Rep provided this information that I thought would be of interest to everyone. It now moves on to the Michigan Senate. Christine Lind Hage 2016 Candidate for President Elect of the American Library Association Library Director, Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Road <x-apple-data-detectors://1/0> Rochester, MI 48307-2043 <x-apple-data-detectors://1/0> 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * writing * Playing Begin forwarded message: *From:* "Rep. Michael Webber (District 45)" <MichaelWebber(a)house.mi.gov> *Date:* February 25, 2016 at 2:20:38 PM EST *To:* "christine.hage(a)rhpl.org" <christine.hage(a)rhpl.org> *Subject:* *House Bill 5219* The House of Representatives passed House Bill 5219, which is meant to bring clarification for Senate Bill 571 from last year. HB 5219 clarifies that the restriction on using public resources to reference a local ballot question only applies to radio or television advertisements, rather than any communication over television or radio. As a result, public resources would be restricted for the following types of communications: mass mailings, prerecorded telephone messages, radio advertisements, television advertisements. The bill also makes clear that the restriction on the use of public resources to reference a local ballot question does not cover meetings of a public body. Additionally, the bill deletes the 60 day timeframe and provides that the restriction on using public resources would not preclude an informative communication that consists of any of the following: · The language of a local ballot question; · The date of an election; · Factual and strictly neutral information concerning the direct impact of a local ballot question on a public body or the electorate, except if the communication can reasonably be interpreted as an attempt to influence the outcome of a local ballot question.

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Just a few days left to register at the regular price for the Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference
by HSM Web 25 Feb '16

25 Feb '16

Just a few days left to register at the regular price for the Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference Regular registration ends March 1. Late registration is March 2 to March 7. March 11-12, 2016 . Sterling Heights, Michigan <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Michigan-in-Perspectiv e-online.pdf> <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Michigan-in-Perspectiv e-online.pdf> Click here to download the flyer for more information and session descriptions. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/local-history-conference/registration /> Go to online registration. Michigan in Perspective: The Local History Conference is held annually in the Wayne/Oakland/ Macomb tri-county area and is open to anyone interested in state or regional history. The largest of our three conferences, this year's conference offers. . Four keynotes o Senator Carl Levin speaking on "Reflections on Representing Michigan" o Sandra S. Clark of the Michigan Historical Center speaking on "Natural and Cultural Resources: A Marriage Made in Michigan" o Jamon Jordan of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History discussing "Forged by Fire: Detroit's Riots and Rebellions and How Chaos Created a Community" o Theresa Q. Tran of the Asian & Pacific Islander American Vote-Michigan division talking about "A Family's Story: Asian-American Immigrants 1965 - Present" . Twenty-five "breakout" sessions that address local and statewide history. . Friday Reception featuring the Dodworth Saxhorn Band. . Saturday Gala: Echoes of Yesteryear: A Cavalcade of Characters From Michigan's Past . Two days full of "meet and greets," refreshments, and optional meals. . Nearly 50 exhibitors/vendors for attendees to visit. _____ _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our state's oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan's rich history. _____ For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Michigan-in-Perspectiv e-online.pdf> Click here to download the flyer for more information and session descriptions. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/conferences/local-history-conference/registration /> Go to online registration. Come to hear these great sessions and more! Architectural Oases: Yamasaki in Detroit With John Gallagher Floating Palaces of the Great Lakes With Joel Stone Entering the Ranks: African Americans in the U.S. Marine Corps With Eugene Owens >From Texas to the Thumb With John Espinoza Midnight Women: Female Freedom Fighters With Oyatunde Amakisi A Circle Not Yet Complete: The Changing Face of Native Education in Michigan With Eric Hemenway Thanksgiving Day Magic on Woodward Avenue With Romie Minor Rose Capital of the United States With Lynn Anderson The Mighty Mac With Robert J. Sweeney The Ghosts of Politics Past: Michigan's Importance in Presidential Politics With Chuck Stokes Another Round for the "Great Beer State" With Scott Graham Trolleying Along Detroit's Street Railways With Michael Jackman and Kenneth E. Schramm Has the Mystery of the Edmund Fitzgerald Faded? With John R. Beck This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our state's history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with "remove" in the subject line.

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