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MAP, 2016!
by Jim Flury 04 Nov '15

04 Nov '15

All, Please take special note of the subject line in this message. That's right, on this gorgeous November day we are extremely pleased to share with you the awesome news that the fantastic Michigan Activity Pass program will return in the beautiful month of May, 2016!!! How's that for a complete and total overuse of superlatives? Yes, earlier today we received word from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan that on account the overwhelming success of MAP, thanks to your hard work, BCBSM is "in" as our primary sponsor again in 2016! I see examples of your promotional activity all the time. As a for instance, I recently received a call from a museum in the Upper Peninsula. A library director in the community where the museum is located, gave a presentation to the museum's board. The museum's board members were so impressed that they decided to get on board with MAP, effective with their opening for the season next spring. That's what we want to hear! We have said all along that while we are pleased with the progress we've made with MAP in the eight years it and its predecessor program have been in existence, we are always striving to take the program to the next level. We do have a few ideas in that regard which will hopefully come to fruition next year. You can help us move forward by doing what the U.P. library director did, and becoming an ambassador for MAP to cultural attractions that are located in your community. None of these institutions know what TLN the MAP recruiter is. But as public libraries you have the contacts and the credibility to more than make up for that. In other words, if you know of potential cultural partners, reach out to them! Or send them to me and I'll do the outreach. I'm not shy :) Please share the terrific news regarding the renewal of MAP for 2016 with your staff, and everyone else! Thank you for your support and promotion on behalf of the Michigan Activity Pass program. As you have seen in the emails and statistical reports, 2015 has truly represented a watershed year for MAP. Onward and upward for MAP 2016! Sincerely, Jim Flury Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100 x133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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MCLS Workshop Opportunity--Media Boot Camp: Interviewing skills
by Michelle Bradley 04 Nov '15

04 Nov '15

Description As a follow up to our Media Coaching workshops, we invite you to participate in "Media Boot Camp: Interviewing skills." We will review some of the basic tips for being interviewed by the media, and then attendees will participate in multiple interview scenarios. Interviews will be played back and constructively critiqued by your peers. Never say "no comment" again! It's fun, it's safe, and it's friendly to practice with your colleagues. December 1, 2015 Registration is at 9:30am, and the workshop will begin at 10:00am (ET) Prerequisites You do not need to have attended the "Media Coaching Workshop" to participate in this opportunity. Pricing Per-person rates $59 (MCLS members) $119 (Non-MCLS members) Registration Information This workshop will be held at the MCLS Offices in Lansing. Register and read more (Michigan) >> ***************************************************************************** Michelle Bradley Community Engagement Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Indiana 8024 W. Nickel Plate Court Mulberry, IN 46058 Michigan 1407 Rensen St. Lansing, MI 48910 Phone: 800-530-9019 ext. 125 bradleym(a)mcls.org http://mcls.org/

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Share Your Knowledge at SI!
by Jocelyn Baldwin Levin 03 Nov '15

03 Nov '15

I know all of you awesome Michigan librarians have great things to share with other librarians from across the state. The Michigan Library Association Spring Institute Work Group would LOVE to hear about what you have to share! We're accepting *breakout session proposals* and *"Cool Things My Library Does" *proposals now! "Cool Things My Library Does" is a BRAND NEW option -* think of it like a strolling poster session show-and-tell with props.* Maybe you have a great way to organize all those storytime puppets and supplies that you think other libraries could implement. Or you have a super cool circulating collection that is unusual and successful. PLEASE submit a proposal to share your great ideas during an informal reception at SI. Email me with ANY questions: jmb.mlis(a)gmail.com *CALL FOR PROPOSALS* *MLA Spring Institute: Growing, Networking, and Inspiring!* April 14 – 15, 2016 Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center, East Lansing, Michigan *Call for Breakout Session Program Proposals* *Submissions welcome through Monday, November 16, 2015* The 2016 MLA Spring Institute Conference theme is *Growing, Networking, and Inspiring,* and those are exactly the experiences that the event will focus on. All topics are welcome to be proposed. Examples could be, but not limited to: technology, SRP, early lit, programming, collections, and management. The conference will work to achieve the following goals and outcomes through its programs: ● *Provide quality professional development for those serving youth (ages 0 – 18) in libraries.* ○ Attendees will gain at least three ideas that they can apply or adapt at their libraries. ● *Enable an opportunity for those serving youth (ages 0 – 18) in libraries to exchange relevant, actionable knowledge through networking.* ○ Attendees will connect with new professional contacts with whom they can exchange ideas. ○ Attendees will build professional relationships that will provide future support. ● *Revitalize and inspire those serving youth (ages 0 – 18) in libraries.* ○ Attendees will return to their library with renewed enthusiasm for their work. *Agreements and Selection Notification* ● MLA will contact each program’s submitter and subsequent presenters in regards to final decisions after November 16, 2015. ● MLA will send all presenters a Presenter Agreement indicating date, time, and details of their presentation. This will be confirmed by the presenter and returned to MLA. *Program Submission General Guidelines* ● Program submitter may or may not also be the presenter. Either is acceptable. ● Communications by MLA will be to all members who are a part of your submission. Contact information is required for each presenter. ● Presenters are not reimbursed or compensated for session time, mileage, or any other such item. ● Presenters must register for the day(s) they attend Spring Institute if they intend to stay beyond their allotted presentation time. *Program AV & Room Setup* ● All presentation rooms will be supplied with a projector and screen; a microphone will be available as applicable. ● Internet access may be available but is not guaranteed. *Be sure to indicate if Internet access is required on the submission form.* ● Presenters will provide their own laptops and have presentations on laptops, flash drives, cloud, etc. Remote mouse devices/pointers are the responsibility of the presenter. Apple users will be responsible for also providing their own adaptor for connection to the projector. *Program Handouts & Evaluations* ● Handouts may be posted to the MLA website before the conference. Call for handouts will be on April 4, 2016. ● Printed handouts will not be reproduced by MLA for the conference. Presenters may provide handouts themselves if desired. *Selection Criteria* The Spring Institute work group will use the following criteria in assessing the viability of including a program on the schedule. The work group retains the right to reject, modify, or combine proposals. *Purpose:* Does the proposal clearly identify a goal and outcome(s), and are those in line with goals and outcomes of the conference as a whole? *Audience:* Is the target audience clearly identified? *Clarity: * Is the proposal easy to understand with technological or industry jargon explained, if necessary, correct grammar and professionalism? *Practicality: * Is the topic appropriate for a conference breakout session in content, time, audience? *Timeliness/Relevance:* Is the topic of current interest, bringing new ideas and a fresh perspective to its intended audience and conference theme? *Qualifications:* Does the speaker(s) have sufficient background experience to present on said topic? *Timeline (on or before)* ● November 16, 2015—*Final day* to submit program proposals ● November 24, 2015—*Selection notifications* emailed from MLA to program presenters ● December 30, 2015—*Presenter agreements* sent from MLA office to program presenters ● April 4, 2016—*Handouts received* for posting on MLA website ● April 14-15, 2016—*Spring Institute Conference*, Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center, East Lansing, MI *Questions* Please feel free to contact the work group chair (Jocelyn Levin at jmb.mlis(a)gmail.com) with any questions you may have prior to your submission. *Program proposal submission form* https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1pwlneNuDcqDVJlCsH8FrKMuiiMewXcO2u1QJLPMLM-… *NEW: Call for Cool Things My Library Does Proposals* *Submissions welcome through Monday, January 11, 2016* Do you have a great project you’ve implemented at your library, but don’t think the information would fill a whole breakout session time slot? Would you like to share your unique programming ideas with your peers? Have you or your library done something so great, you have to share it with the world? Consider submitting a proposal for “Cool Things My Library Does”, a new networking event at Spring Institute. This quick engaging presentation session will give you an opportunity to showcase your brilliance in a comfortable small group discussion format. Think of it like a strolling poster session show and tell with props. Topic examples might be unique collections, outreach programs, engaging services or distinctive displays. *Timeline (on or before)* ● January 11, 2016—*Final day* to submit *Cool Things My Library Does* proposals ● January 20, 2016—*Selection notifications* emailed from MLA to presenters *Questions* Please feel free to contact the work group chair (Jocelyn Levin at jmb.mlis(a)gmail.com) with any questions you may have prior to your submission. *Submission form* *https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1M40mTUHOz9pAipBiVQMUPgbrMVHaKPoj42TtfyHZuEg/viewform?usp=send_form* <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1M40mTUHOz9pAipBiVQMUPgbrMVHaKPoj42TtfyHZuE…> Jocelyn (Baldwin) Levin, MLIS Youth Services Librarian Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 jmb.mlis(a)gmail.com

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Employee Health Insurance Compilation
by Stanczak, Cindy 03 Nov '15

03 Nov '15

*Hello all!* *My sincere apologies to all in my delay getting this compilation out to everyone. I've included the responses and contact information I received to my original post.* *Albion District Library has in the past and will continue in 2016 to offer a Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Michigan Silver $2,000 Plan to our 5 full-time employees at 80% coverage by the Library and to eligible spouses and dependents at **50% coverage by the Library**. By offering the plan, which meets the "affordable" guideline of the ACA, spouses and dependents without other coverage are obligated to take it or lose any available subsidy. This has proved upsetting to some of our employees, because it meant that they couldn't choose a less expensive plan that might be more affordable to them. We felt it was generous to offer 50% for non-employees. * *We offer a compensated opt-out plan, but only to employees who have insurance available to them by another avenue, usually a spouse'sinsurance, and who opt out their entire family. We do not offer an opt-out stipend to employees who only opt out their spouse or dependents. We have an spousal insurance verification form that we use, and I can make that available to any who would like it. * *We considered the BCBS Suite Option, which is new this year. The employer chooses one suite of four. Each includes four options. Your employees to choose which plan of the four in the suite that their employer has selected that they'll use for themselves and any covered spouses and dependents. You can use a percentage or dollar amount that you contribute, but it must be uniform. This was the element that broke this as an option for us. We have some employees that are very young and some that are near retirement. No matter which one we picked, it wouldn't be a cohesive and consistent an option depending on the employee or the plan they chose. * *Please note that I did receive feedback from our attorney that it is against the law for district libraries to opt out of the 80/20 rule for municipal employees contributing to their own insurance. If any of you are in that situation, it may be worthwhile to double-check that with your attorney to make sure your benefits are in line with the current law. * *Hope this helps. * *Cynthia Stanczak* *Interim DirectorHead of Adult ServicesAlbion District Library501 S. Superior St.Albion, MI 49224(517) 629-3993 <%28517%29%20629-3993>* *Albion District Library: Transforming Minds, Changing Lives. Online at www.albionlibrary.org <http://www.albionlibrary.org/>, or find us on Facebook! * ______________________ The library provides health, vision and dental insurance to FT employees -- FT is considered anyone over 30 hrs. (there are only 2 of us). No benefits to spouses or children. FT pay 20% of health only. $1000 deductible, employee pays first $250, library picks up the $750, We have Priority Health, Lincoln Dental (and Lincoln also for disability and life insurance) and VSP for vision. We've been using Creative Benefits out of Muskegon for years to negotiate the best deals for us. Susan Wess, M.L.I.S. Director 151 Wabash St. Milan, MI 48160 734.439.1240 734.439.5625 -- FAX _____________________ We offer a benefit credit of $5300 and take life insurance out of that, which leaves about $5000 for staff to pay for health insurance or put into a 457B. We currently still sponsor a plan- Gold level from BCN- and that amount of money covers staff differently depending on how old they are now that all plan are priced by age. It covers the whole cost for younger staff, only about half for older ones. We only have two staff persons still needing our plan so are considering just giving them the money to spend in the Marketplace next year. We would be interested in what others doing. -- Linda Ballard Interim Director Chelsea District Library 734-475-8732 _____________________ We've kept a decent BCBS plan for full time staff and their families. (Total went down .17% for 2016--woo hoo!) Staff used to pay 10% but we went up to the 20% a couple of years ago, and with the increase last year went up to 22.51% (the cost of the total increase for 2015). Vision is included with the BCBS, and we do have Delta Dental as well, with a 10% premium percentage for staff. The plan we have has an HRA component, so we pay $1500 for their deductibles. (It used to be the total cost of the out-of-pocket so this is great! And it's all we're allowed to pay by law, I understand.) If you get someone who moved to stipend-based, I'd like to hear about it as it's an option we're considering. And no, staff was NOT happy with our changes but we did keep a very good plan. It's just costing them more--well, those above a certain age. The younger ones are benefitting from the new method of calculating premiums. Melissa Malcolm <director(a)lib.lapeer.org> ____________________ We continue to look at this every year. We just got our renewal information last week. For this current year, we are on the 80/20. I don’t know what the board will decide for the coming year, but with the individual level pricing, 80/20 seems to be the most fair to everyone. Karen Knox Director Orion Township Public Library 825 Joslyn Road Lake Orion, MI 48362 (248) 693-3000 x305 kknox(a)orionlibrary.org ____________________ We have 12 staff members and only 2 are full time and offered insurance. The library funds both plans at 100% and the plans cover the employee only- not family. We do not cover any deductibles. We also offer vision and dental-those rates are fairly reasonable. We opt out of the employee contribution rate. I think the higher the rates go, the response will continue to be to hire workers part time to avoid having to pay for insurance (as has been the trend in libraries for years now). And believe me I don't like that trend, I would prefer to have more full time staff with benefits because it undercuts the profession not to. That being said, the Branch Manager position does not require a college degree. Only my position requires the MLIS. Also, I don't think there is a requirement to pay for employees insurance at all even if they are full time? At least if you are under 50 employees. Not that I would go that direction but I don't think it is required. Thank you, Jami Cromley Director Community District Library 989-743-3287 www.mycdl.org ____________________ We have the 80/20 set up for insurance here. Library pays 80% and staff pays 20%. There is no buy out offered if you decline the insurance. Only those who are full time receive the option of health insurance and we only have 2 full time staff; all other staff will be part-time hours only. We get our insurance through the township’s plan but the Library Board does review the costs each year and review options but currently choose to keep it the 80/20 through township’s plan. BillieJo Bluemer Library Director Rauchholz Memorial Library 1140 N Hemlock Rd Hemlock MI 48626 989-642-8621 billiejo(a)rauchholzlibrary.org ____________________ Remember you cannot give a stipend and let staff buy health insurance on the federal exchange. That is against the law. See attached document. If you have less than 50 employees you do not have to provide health insurance. Of course it may be hard tor recruit new staff. I think what everyone has done is raise employee contribution to premium and decreased benefits to keep it affordable. Unfortunately as some point you have a pretty bad health plan. Some libraries may have gone around the law prohibiting stipends and gave staff raises instead for them to have more money to buy health insurance. This would be taxed though. And check with an attorney, if caught circumventing the law you could have big fines with raises. So this is iffy. Sandra Wilson Lakeland Library Cooperative Director sandra(a)llcoop.org 616-559-5253 x201 616-559-4329 FAX 4138 Three Mile Rd. NW Grand Rapids, MI 49534 ____________________ Canton Public Library does continue to offer insurance to our 16 full-time employees for single, two-person, and family coverage. We used to have several plans to choose from, but now we offer just one healthcare plan, Healthy Blue Living from BCBSM. The library complies with PA 152; we pay 80% of the premium and employees pay 20% through payroll deduction. Deductibles and copays are the employee’s responsibility, though we do offer an optional flexible spending account (125 plan) through BASIC that is funded through employee contributions (no library contributions). We have optical reimbursement for single, two-person, and families at a maximum of $200 per person per year (we are self-funded)—again, only for the 16 full-time employees. We offer dental to our 16 full-time employees through Canton Township’s Delta Dental Plan. The Township has a much larger group and so we get good rates as compared to doing it on our own. As an aside: We use Kapnick Insurance in Ann Arbor as our benefit consultant. Dave Huntzicker is our rep. He does an annual analysis and brings us the best options and rates for the medical plan, dental, vision, disability, and employee assistance program. He insures that we are in compliance with all laws and regulations and fills us in on anything coming down the pike. Dave does the open enrollment presentation for staff and answers any questions they have. He is able to explain complexities like the Affordable Care Act and put in context how the library’s healthcare plans stack up against what he’s seeing with other municipalities and governmental units. This helped a lot when we changed our plans. Kapnick has customer service staff who will work with individual employees as they navigate the healthcare coverage bureaucracy and mediate any issues with coverage; this has saved my HR person a ton of time and headache and is a great service. All of this costs us nothing directly, and we are very pleased with Kapnick’s service. I am happy to put you in touch with Dave if you’d like; let me know. Hope this helps, Eva Eva Davis, Director Canton Public Library 1200 S. Canton Center Rd. Canton, MI 48188 734-397-0999 x1065 davise(a)cantonpl.org __________________ We do provide health, vision and dental for our full-time staff and their dependents. The library pays the full amount. The employee is responsible for the co-pay costs. It is with Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Michigan. It is not fantastic insurance, but we are very grateful that the library pays for it for us. Lisa 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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Position Available at the Orion Library - Network & System Administration
by Joyce Becker 03 Nov '15

03 Nov '15

[OTPLLogo_cmyk.jpg] Position Available Network & System Administrator Orion Township Public Library Position: Network & System Administrator 37.5 hours/wk, including evening and weekend hours Department: Information Technology Salary Range: $42,900 - $61,620 annually Primary Job Duties: Under the general supervision of the Head of Information Technology, manages the network and server equipment to support technology services at the library. This includes a Windows network with domain controllers, an Exchange server, a file and print server, and a web server, among others. The network is secured with Cisco network equipment and Aruba wireless technology. Works alongside the ILS Coordinator to support the Polaris ILS servers and Computer Technician to support Windows desktop computers and software systems. Required Qualifications: * Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field * Minimum 1-2 years experience in information technology * Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows server and client software, Active Directory, Windows domains, and networking * Skill in managing file/print servers, web servers, security (anti-virus) software, web plug-ins, email software, and related software * Skill in maintaining telephone systems, printers, copiers, and scanners * Skill in developing and documenting system operating procedures and training others in those procedures * Skill in evaluating and selecting hardware and software that best meets the needs of the library * Skill in utilizing, maintaining and troubleshooting computerized library catalogs and circulation software * Knowledge of library terminology, practices, services, and systems * Strong positive interpersonal skills, organizational, and time management skills * Ability to organize and prioritize changing tasks, while also following through on long-term projects * Ability to maintain confidentiality * Ability to use good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with other employees and the public * Ability to communicate well, both orally and in writing * Ability to work well with details * Ability to work both independently and as a member of a larger staff team * Previous library experience preferred, but not required Dates: Applications submitted by Monday, November 16, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. will receive first review. Apply To: Joyce Becker Orion Township Public Library 825 Joslyn Road Lake Orion, MI 48362 248-693-3000 Electronic submissions accepted, send to: jbecker(a)orionlibrary.org<mailto:jbecker@orionlibrary.org> Please submit a letter indicating your interest in the position and describe your qualifications for the job. This is an at-will position. Orion Township Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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FREE Princeton file boxes for peridocals
by Linda Pierce 03 Nov '15

03 Nov '15

We still have Princeton metal periodical boxes, most with a felt base to protect wooden book shelves. [image: Inline image 1] There are now two sizes from which to choose: Small: 5-5/8" H x 3-3/4" W x 7" deep Medium 8" H x 4-1/4" W x 8" deep Some are like new, but most are in good condition. We will send them through RIDES. Please contact Bethany Kozel-Emmendorfer off-list at bemmendo(a)kettering.edu with your code, sizes you want, and quantity, or if you have any questions. -- Linda Pierce Administrative Specialist Kettering Library Phone: (810) 762-9840 Fax: (810) 762-9744 1700 University Avenue ~ Flint, MI 48504 Kettering University

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Combating "Dark Store" Rulings in Michigan
by Steven K. Bowers 03 Nov '15

03 Nov '15

Please sign the petition Combat "Dark Store" Tax Rulings, Support HB 4909 and SB 524. With your help, we can reach 2,000 signers. But if we are going to have an impact, it's critical that we get 5,000 signatures before we deliver the petition to Senator Jack Brandenburg, Chair, Senate Finance Committee and Representative Jeff Farrington, Chair, House Tax Policy Committee. The entire State of Michigan is being drained, county by county. The result of the dark stores rulings reduces the stores' taxable value by 50% or more. This takes away local control of funding. Key services to citizens are being severely impacted: libraries, fire protection, search and rescue, sheriff/police services, roads, veterans, recreational, public transit, schools and seniors. It affects local budgets across the board. Our communities AND LIBRARIES are suffering and we need to convince Senate and House tax committee members to support all Michigan communities through solid tax legislation and updated Tax Tribunal policies. Our Upper Peninsula district legislators have been working on this problem since 2011-12, but previous legislation never got out of committee. Please don't let that happen to this new legislation. Can your municipalities afford it? With your help, we can reach our goal! Can you please share this link with five of your friends and relatives right now!!! http://petitions.moveon.org/sign/combat-dark-store-tax-3?mailing_id=31738&s…. Would you also contact your MI State Senator and Legislator <http://closemichiganloopholes.org/2015/10/contact-key-legislators/> to tell them you support 'Dark Store' legislation. If you have friends and relatives downstate, let them know they can influence/inform their legislators, too. For more information on this issue go to our Marquette County Citizens for Fair Share media sites: LIKE us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/Marquette-County-Citizens-for-Fair-Share-161804797…> AND visit our Website<http://mqtfairshare.org/> for information and resources. Thank you for taking a stand on and sharing information about this issue. Marquette County Citizens for Fair Share Marquette, MI 49855

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Apply now for ‘Thinking Money’ traveling exhibition
by Steven K. Bowers 03 Nov '15

03 Nov '15

ALA Public Programs Office ****** The ALA Public Programs Office, in partnership with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Investor Education Foundation, is accepting applications for Thinking Money, a traveling exhibition to U.S. public libraries. Money affects all Americans, but many of us lack the knowledge we need to make smart financial choices that will prepare us for whatever the future brings. Thinking Money strives to teach tweens, teens and their parents, caregivers and educators about financial literacy topics — like saving, spending and avoiding fraud — in a way that is not only understandable, but fun. Thinking Money is a museum-quality exhibition that will travel to 50 U.S. public libraries between 2016 and 2018. Through an adventure-themed storyline, interactive iPad content and other fun, hands-on activities, the exhibition explores themes like wants vs. needs, preparing for a rainy/sunny day, and imagining your future self. Each selected site will receive: - the 1,000-square-foot traveling exhibition — including two iPads preloaded with fun educational content and four low-tech activity stations — for a six-week loan; - travel and accommodations to attend an orientation workshop at the 2016 ALA Annual Conference in Orlando; - online training modules for library staff; - tips and tools for related programs; and - a $1,000 programming allowance. For guidelines and to apply online, visit www.ala.org/thinkingmoney<http://www.ala.org/thinkingmoney>. Applications are due Jan. 29, 2016. Prospective applicants are encouraged to attend one of two informational conference calls about the exhibition on Thursday, Nov. 19 at 12 p.m. CST or Wednesday, Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. CST. To register for a conference call, please email Brian Russell with your preferred date.<mailto:brussell@ala.org?subject=Thinking%20Money%20conference%20call%20> ALA and the FINRA Foundation have partnered since 2007 on Smart investing @ your library<http://smartinvesting.ala.org/>, a program that funds library efforts to provide patrons with effective, unbiased educational resources about personal finance and investing. Now in its eighth year, the program has awarded over $10 million to public libraries, community college libraries and library networks nationwide. ALA and the FINRA Foundation are also working together on a research study of financial literacy resources and services available in U.S. public libraries.

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Libraries Transform Campaign Launched Nationwide
by Steven K. Bowers 03 Nov '15

03 Nov '15

ALA President Sari Feldman working with the DC Library Association launched ALA's new public awareness campaign, Libraries Transform, in Washington, DC, on October 29. The goal of the campaign is to increase public awareness of the transformation occurring in libraries, the role that libraries play in transforming communities and individual lives, and to ultimately increase support for libraries of all types. Libraries around the country are being asked to participate in this multi-year campaign. It is being promoted to the ALA membership via emails, videos and a website presence. More information at: http://www.librariestransform.org<http://www.librariestransform.org/> -Steve Bowers Steven K. Bowers Executive Director Detroit Area Library Network www.dalnet.org<http://www.dalnet.org> "DALNET is a community of libraries working together to provide access to information for research, cultural enrichment, and lifelong learning opportunities."

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2016 ACRL Awards Nominations
by Steven K. Bowers 03 Nov '15

03 Nov '15

This year, ACRL once again seeks to celebrate and recognize the accomplishments of its peers, honoring the very best in academic librarianship. ACRL urges members to nominate colleagues whose work has influenced their thinking and growth as an academic librarian, and whose contributions merit recognition by the profession. Member nominations will ensure that the pool of candidates for each award remains both competitive and distinguished. Nominations and supporting materials for most awards must be submitted by December 4, 2015. More information, including submission procedures, past winners, criteria and contact information, is available in the awards section of the ACRL website: http://www.ala.org/acrl/awards -Steve Steven K. Bowers Executive Director Detroit Area Library Network www.dalnet.org<http://www.dalnet.org> "DALNET is a community of libraries working together to provide access to information for research, cultural enrichment, and lifelong learning opportunities."

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