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2016 Small and Rural Libraries - Submit a proposal and help fund your experience
by White, Shannon (MDE) 23 Sep '15

23 Sep '15

Are you looking for a way to help fund your trip to Mackinac Island for the 2016 Loleta Fyan Small and Rural Library Conference? If your session proposal is chosen you will receive one complimentary registration and one night's lodging at the conference hotel as a presenter. It's a great way to help fund your professional development and share with colleagues ideas and work from your own library. The deadline to submit a proposal is October 19. Please submit your session proposal online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RLC2016 The conference will be held from May 4-6, 2016 at Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. This conference is a specially crafted to reach the informational needs of small and rural library staff members throughout Michigan. The three-day event features vendors, awards, keynote speakers and an array of sessions geared to libraries serving small and rural communities. You can find a copy of the proposal form to help you plan your submission content before filling in the online form on the conference web page: www.michigan.gov/fyanconference<http://www.michigan.gov/fyanconference> Please let us know if you have any questions. Shannon ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shannon D. White Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-9489; Fax: 517-373-5700 Toll free: 877-479-0021 whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:whites29@michigan.gov> http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan

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MMLL Workshops - OPEN to ALL
by Sheryl Mase 23 Sep '15

23 Sep '15

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September Summer Reading update from the Library of Michigan
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 23 Sep '15

23 Sep '15

The Library of Michigan is getting ready to ship out the 2016 Summer Reading materials the week of October 12th. While you are waiting, the Collaborative Summer Library program now has an online submission form for ideas for upcoming manuals. The submission form is link is on the main page at www.cslpreads.org<http://www.cslpreads.org> or directly at http://www.cslpreads.org/manual-submission-form/. As you wind down from the summer, please submit ideas about what worked well for you this year. For theme-based ideas, the 2017 theme is Build a Better World and the 2018 theme will be Music. The manual committees look forward to hearing from you! Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Customer Service is a priority at the Michigan Department of Education - helping Michigan schools, families, and communities improve the achievement and well-being of ALL our children. [http://inside.michigan.gov/mde/docs/Docs%20and%20Templates/MDE%20-%20Color%…]

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Michigan History Day Research
by Murphy, Edwina (MDE) 23 Sep '15

23 Sep '15

Classes and teams are welcome for Michigan History Day research. The National History Day theme for 2016 is Exploration, Encounter, Exchange in History. The Library of Michigan welcomes school and team groups for idea exploration and research days. The Library is able to host research groups Monday - Friday from 10 - 5 and Second Saturdays from 10 - 4. Should your library or school group want to partake, please just email us at librarian(a)michigan.gov<mailto:librarian@michigan.gov> or phone at 517-373-1300 for sign-up and details. We would want to plan the day with groups based on size and unique research training requests. Collections available include: Michigan, Michigan Documents, Periodicals, Newspapers, Census, Rare Books, Federal Documents, Reference, Maps, Main and the vast brilliant vertical clipping file. In the past special category awards which have included: Best entry in Michigan History Best entry in Railroad History Best entry in use of Primary Sources Best entry for Michigan Women's History Best entry in African American/Peoples of African Descent World History Best entry in Latino American/Hispanic World History Best entry in Native American History Best entry in Arab American/Arab World History The Library of Michigan has this covered. Edwina A. Murphy Michigan Collection Librarian Michigan Center for the Book Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909

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Inclusive Practices at Cultural Institutions webinar series at the MSU Libraries 10/7, 10/14, 10/28
by Schroeder, Heidi 23 Sep '15

23 Sep '15

**Please excuse cross-posting** The Michigan State University Libraries<https://www.lib.msu.edu/> is pleased to announce that it will be hosting a 3-part webinar series related to accessibility and inclusion on October 7, 14, and 28 in the Reference Instruction Room in the Main Library. The webinar series, offered by the American Alliance of Museums and supported in part by a grant from the Institution of Museum and Library Services, is titled: Stories of Inclusion: Inclusive Practices at Cultural Institutions<http://www.aam-us.org/resources/online-programs/stories-of-inclusion-inclus…> and will feature the following relevant topics for libraries, museums, archives and other cultural institutions: * October 7: ADA@25 and Universal Design at Cultural Institutions; * October 14: Responding to Visitors who are Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, Blind or with Low Vision; * October 28: Responding to Visitors with Cognitive Developmental and Emotional Disabilities. The schedule for all three webinars is as follows: 1:30-2:00pm: registration/networking, 2:00-3:30pm: webinar, 3:30-4:30pm: post-webinar discussion. There is NO cost to attend this webinar in-person at the MSU Libraries. Please RSVP using the online RSVP form<http://bit.ly/1KrNzqK>, selecting the East Lansing/Michigan State University Libraries location. You can choose to attend one, two, or all three webinars. If you're unfamiliar with the location of the MSU Main Library, please visit our address & visiting page<https://www.lib.msu.edu/libraries/address-visiting/>. If you have any questions, please contact Heidi Schroeder<mailto:hschroed@msu.edu>. Heidi M. Schroeder, MLIS Science Collections Coordinator & Nursing Librarian Michigan State University Libraries (517) 884-0899 hschroed(a)msu.edu<mailto:hschroed@msu.edu> http://staff.lib.msu.edu/hschroed

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Closes Sunday-Sept. 27! Assistant Director for Public Services-Live Oak Public Libraries, Savannah, GA
by Jobeth Bradbury 23 Sep '15

23 Sep '15

Assistant Director for Public Services-Live Oak Public Libraries-Savannah, GA! Create tomorrow's library today.join the Live Oak (GA) Public Libraries <http://www.liveoakpl.org/> as its next Assistant Director for Public Services. The successful candidate will be a forward-thinking and dynamic peak performer. As part of the Executive Leadership team, this position plans, directs and organizes all library public services, coordinates service activities, and manages six key positions within the organization. The ideal candidate will have the ability to demonstrate team-building skills and create an environment conducive to change with patience, determination and a sense of humor. The Live Oak Public Libraries' staff of 180 (120 FTEs) annually circulates approximately 1.9 million items to the 400,000 residents within the three county service area. The Library has an annual budget of $9.4 million, 19 locations and one bookmobile. An active Foundation and Friends of the Library group provide additional funding and volunteer resources with an expanding focus on programming and community engagement. Known as the "Hostess City," Savannah <http://www.savannahga.gov/> -and the surrounding area-are rich in beauty, heritage and charm. The downtown area of Savannah is the largest National Historic Landmark district in the United States and is steeped in history and preserved architecture. This City is also home to a large performing arts and cultural scene. In addition to many educational opportunities and visitor attractions, there is a strong manufacturing base and workforce development program in place and the Port of Savannah is one of the busiest in the nation. Public transit is easily accessed and many appreciate the 'walkability' of downtown Savannah. For more information about the greater Savannah area and the Library, please visit Live Oak Links <http://www.gossagesager.com/liveoaklinks.htm> . Responsibilities. The Assistant Director for Public Services oversees all branch operations, including: monitoring and evaluating public services and preparing goals for changes in service, resources, and programs based on statistical data; analyzing personnel requirements and overseeing employees through six direct reports; monitoring financial expenditures, including making adjustments as needed to remain within budgetary guidelines and developing annual budget requests; providing instruction to customers in the use of all technology resources and library policies and procedures; serving as a liaison for public services staff to other library departments and to the community-all under the direction of the Library Director. For the full job description, please visit Live Oak ADPS <http://www.gossagesager.com/liveoakjobdesc.pdf> . Qualifications. This position requires a Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited university; a minimum of five years progressive supervision/management experience in a library setting, including supervision of professional and non-professional staff; eligibility for certification from the State of Georgia Board of Certification of Librarians; the ability to obtain a valid GA Driver's License; advanced knowledge of computer use, including ILS, Internet and electronic databases. Experience supervising a system-wide department or multiple library locations is preferred. This position offers a hiring salary range of $60,050 - $72,915 (dependent on experience and qualifications) and an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com> via email or phone. To start the application process, send a cover letter that supports your candidacy for the position and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to Jobeth Bradbury. <mailto:jobethbradbury@gossagesager.com> The position closes September 27, 2015. 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!

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M.O.R.E. in MeL will be No More
by Biggs, Deb Renee (MDE) 22 Sep '15

22 Sep '15

All-sadly, we announce the closing of the Michigan Online Resources for Educators; please see official message below. Please share with those who may need to know: Thank you for your interest and use of the Michigan Online Resources for Educators (M.O.R.E. http://more.mel.org) portal! This site, part of the Michigan eLibrary, its tools and linked resources have assisted teachers in their classrooms since 2008, but due to a change in funding, M.O.R.E. will no longer be available as of October 1, 2015. Please make sure to download any lesson plans that you've created in the site and bookmark your favorite resources that are in your Resource Locker. Thank you to all of the teachers that helped with alignments and supported the Michigan Online Resources for Educators since 2008! Kind regards, Deb Deb Biggs Thomas, MA AMLS Michigan eLibrary & Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 Phone: 517-373-4466 -------------------------------------------------------------------- Visit MeL at: http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> and on Facebook at: http://facebook.com/mel.org The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a new video series highlighting Michigan libraries and how they are making a difference in their communities. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ and watch the 21st Century Libraries episode.

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Larry Martin’s WWII: In Their Own Words
by Smith, Donna 22 Sep '15

22 Sep '15

Larry Martin’s WWII: In Their Own Words Saturday, Oct. 3 at 10 a.m. Larry Martin returns to bring our nation’s history to the present and foster an appreciation for the hardships endured by our veterans. This installment of the series, hosted at the First United Methodist Church (275 W. Michigan Avenue), features Bill Rappley. He was an Infantryman in the 9th Infantry Division and started fighting in the Harz Mountains in 1945. He was also at the meeting with the Russians at the Elbe River. He witnessed the transfer of two German soldiers to the Russians who immediately shot the Germans and felt that the American officer who turned the Germans over to the Russians should have been court-martialed. Rappley will be present at the program to answer any questions about his experience. Martin will also have a collection of World War II memorabilia on display. This presentation is free and open to the public. Martin can be reached at batt.chief(a)yahoo.com<mailto:batt.chief@yahoo.com> and more information can be found on his website: LMWW2.com This presentation is sponsored by Jackson District Library. Donna Donna Smith Marketing Officer [JDL Logo CMYK for print 300dpi small] 244 W. Michigan Avenue Jackson, MI 49201 Ph: 517-788-4099, ext. 1314 Fax: 517-788-6024 www.myjdl.com

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Results of exercise at your library
by Perri Saunders 22 Sep '15

22 Sep '15

Thanks for all of your responses! I'm not sure how our programming will evolve, but your answers will help move us forward. See below for string of responses. Perri Saunders, Director White Pigeon Township Library 102 N. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 399 White Pigeon, MI 49099 Phone 269.483.7409 Fax 269.483.9923 perri(a)monroe.lib.mi.us<mailto:perri@monroe.lib.mi.us> Brighten the corner where you are. exercise classes @ your library [X][https://email.monroe.lib.mi.us/owa/14.3.210.2/themes/wrld/pgrs-sm.gif] [X][X] Perri Saunders Do you offer ongoing exercise opportunities at your library? If yes, what is the payment structure? Do you pay the presenter and offer the classes for free? Is there a charge to the patrons who attend? Do they pay the presenter directly, or pay the library? Mon 9/14 [X][X] Perri Saunders [X][X][X] Actions[X] To: M michlib-l ‎[michlib-l@mcls.org]‎ Sent Items Monday, September 14, 2015 11:39 AM [X] [X] [X] Do you offer ongoing exercise opportunities at your library? If yes, what is the payment structure? Do you pay the presenter and offer the classes for free? Is there a charge to the patrons who attend? Do they pay the presenter directly, or pay the library? Do you have waivers for patrons to sign? Could you share? Thanks for any information/advice you can give. Have a fantastic Monday! Perri Saunders, Director White Pigeon Township Library 102 N. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 399 White Pigeon, MI 49099 Phone 269.483.7409 Fax 269.483.9923 perri(a)monroe.lib.mi.us<mailto:perri@monroe.lib.mi.us> Brighten the corner where you are. [X][https://email.monroe.lib.mi.us/owa/14.3.210.2/themes/wrld/pgrs-sm.gif] [X][X] Kat Boyer We don't offer these at the library but I would be interested in any information that you receive. -Kat Boyer Kat Boyer Interim Director Benton Harbor Public Library Mon 9/14 In response to the message from Perri Saunders, Mon 9/14 [X][https://email.monroe.lib.mi.us/owa/14.3.210.2/themes/wrld/pgrs-sm.gif] [X][X] ConnieJo Ozinga We have on occasion paid a local yoga instructor $35.00 to do a YA program. Connie Mon 9/14 [X][X] ConnieJo Ozinga [cjozinga(a)commercelibrary.info] [X][X][X] Actions[X] In response to the message from Perri Saunders, Mon 9/14 To: M Perri Saunders Monday, September 14, 2015 11:55 AM [X] [X] [X] We have on occasion paid a local yoga instructor $35.00 to do a YA program. Connie In response to the message from Perri Saunders, Mon 9/14 [X][https://email.monroe.lib.mi.us/owa/14.3.210.2/themes/wrld/pgrs-sm.gif] [X][X] Patricia Braden Perri, We looked into offering exercise classes but were not able to have them because our meeting room is carpeted. It's apparently a safety issue. Patty Patty Braden Library Director Romulus Public Library 11121 Wayne Road Romulus, MI 48174 (734) 942-7589 Mon 9/14 [X][X] Patricia Braden [pbraden(a)tln.lib.mi.us] [X][X][X] Actions[X] In response to the message from Perri Saunders, Mon 9/14 To: M Perri Saunders Monday, September 14, 2015 12:41 PM [X] [X] [X] Perri, We looked into offering exercise classes but were not able to have them because our meeting room is carpeted. It's apparently a safety issue. Patty Patty Braden Library Director Romulus Public Library<http://www.romulus.lib.mi.us/> 11121 Wayne Road Romulus, MI 48174 (734) 942-7589 www.romulus.lib.mi.us<http://www.romulus.lib.mi.us> Serving Romulus and Huron Township <http://www.romulus.lib.mi.us>[X] In response to the message from Perri Saunders, Mon 9/14 [X][https://email.monroe.lib.mi.us/owa/14.3.210.2/themes/wrld/pgrs-sm.gif] [X][X] Christina Golm Hi Perri, We are looking to do something. Could you give me the feedback that you receive on this question? Thanks, Christina Christina Golm, M.L.I.S. Library Director Newaygo Area District Library 231-652-6723 newaygolibrary(a)gmail.com http://newaygo.llcoop.org/ Mon 9/14 In response to the message from Perri Saunders, Mon 9/14 [X][https://email.monroe.lib.mi.us/owa/14.3.210.2/themes/wrld/pgrs-sm.gif] [X][X] Eileen Button We offer yoga at two branches. We pay the certified instructor $35/class and offer the program for free to our patrons up to a 30-person limit. Our insurance covers our liabilities so we don’t have them sign a waiver. Our patrons absolutely LOVE the classes, Mon 9/14 [X][X] Eileen Button [ebutton(a)thegdl.org] [X][X][X] Actions[X] In response to the message from Perri Saunders, Mon 9/14 To: M Perri Saunders Monday, September 14, 2015 1:41 PM [X] [X] [X] We offer yoga at two branches. We pay the certified instructor $35/class and offer the program for free to our patrons up to a 30-person limit. Our insurance covers our liabilities so we don’t have them sign a waiver. Our patrons absolutely LOVE the classes, and we’re thinking of other low-impact classes we can offer. (Our floors are carpet-covered concrete, so we can’t offer anything too high-impact.) Here are the classes scheduled for fall: http://www.thegdl.org/exercise. Definitely worth it! Eileen Button GDL Community Relations Manager 4195 W. Pasadena Ave. (810) 230-9613 In response to the message from Perri Saunders, Mon 9/14 [X][https://email.monroe.lib.mi.us/owa/14.3.210.2/themes/wrld/pgrs-sm.gif] [X][X] Melissa Huisman Yes, we do. The way it happened is this: We paid or got an instructor to come in one time and do a demo class for us – free for the patrons. If there was a lot of interest, I asked the instructor if they wanted to hold regular classes at the library. They take Mon 9/14 [X][X] Melissa Huisman [hudmh(a)llcoop.org] [X][X][X] Actions[X] In response to the message from Perri Saunders, Mon 9/14 To: M Perri Saunders Monday, September 14, 2015 1:50 PM [X] [X] [X] Yes, we do. The way it happened is this: We paid or got an instructor to come in one time and do a demo class for us – free for the patrons. If there was a lot of interest, I asked the instructor if they wanted to hold regular classes at the library. They take care of all registration details and payments and flyers, etc. We just have the room ready for them. In return, I ask that they donate back to the library the cost of one participant’s class fee each class. So, if the yoga class meets for ten weeks and it is $5 each time – they pay me $50. This is supposed to help pay for electricity, water, cleaning, etc. They must also, once a year, offer one free class session for the public – it helps us and helps them by giving folks a chance to try it out for free. They take care of health waivers, etc. In this way we can say it is a “library sponsored” program and that is why they are entitled to use our room. Otherwise, we don’t rent it out to anyone – we use it too much ourselves. We offer three classes of yoga/pilates per week (1 morning, 2 evening) (1 beginning, 1 continuing, and 1 mixed.) register in advance $5 each time if you register for whole 12-16 week session, otherwise $7 drop in. We offer two Zumba gold classes on Monday and Thursday evenings. $3/session drop in. We’re just starting Tai Chi with a local hospital community outreach program. $5/session for 10 weeks. All instructors are certified. Any other questions, let me know. We love it! In response to the message from Perri Saunders, Mon 9/14 [X][https://email.monroe.lib.mi.us/owa/14.3.210.2/themes/wrld/pgrs-sm.gif] [X][X] Shauna Swantek Please share results. Thanks. Shauna Lea Swantek, Director Putnam District Library Honoring the Past, Serving Today, Preparing For Tomorrow www.putnamlib.org 327 North Main Street PO Box 920 Nashville, MI 49073-9578 Phone & Fax: (517)852-9723 Mon 9/14 In response to the message from Perri Saunders, Mon 9/14 [X][https://email.monroe.lib.mi.us/owa/14.3.210.2/themes/wrld/pgrs-sm.gif] [X][X] Myla Stuart I'd look forward to seeing the responses as well. Good question. Mon 9/14 In response to the message from Perri Saunders, Mon 9/14 [X][https://email.monroe.lib.mi.us/owa/14.3.210.2/themes/wrld/pgrs-sm.gif] [X][X] Dave Ewick Here in Southfield, we leave the exercise classes to the Parks & Recreation Dept. Since we are a City department, we don't want to step on someone else's turf. ;-) Best, Dave David L. Ewick City Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Southfield, Tue 9/15 [X][X] Dave Ewick [dewick(a)southfieldlibrary.org] [X][X][X] Actions[X] In response to the message from Perri Saunders, Mon 9/14 To: M Perri Saunders Tuesday, September 15, 2015 9:49 AM [X] [X] [X] Here in Southfield, we leave the exercise classes to the Parks & Recreation Dept. Since we are a City department, we don't want to step on someone else's turf. ;-) Best, Dave David L. Ewick City Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Southfield, Michigan 48076 248 796-4300 dewick(a)southfieldlibrary.org<mailto:dewick@southfieldlibrary.org> P Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. >>> Perri Saunders <perri(a)monroe.lib.mi.us> 9/14/2015 11:39 AM >>> In response to the message from Perri Saunders, Mon 9/14 [X][https://email.monroe.lib.mi.us/owa/14.3.210.2/themes/wrld/pgrs-sm.gif] [X][X] Ryan Deery Perri, My name is Ryan Deery and I am emailing from the Suttons Bay Bingham District Library up on the Leelanau Peninsula. We are a small Class II library with very little budget for programming but we have a large senior population that lives in the area and Tue 9/15 [X][X] Ryan Deery [librarian(a)suttonsbaylibrary.org] [X][X][X] Actions[X] In response to the message from Perri Saunders, Mon 9/14 To: M Perri Saunders Tuesday, September 15, 2015 10:52 AM [X] [X] [X] [X] You replied on 9/15/2015 11:00 AM. Perri, My name is Ryan Deery and I am emailing from the Suttons Bay Bingham District Library up on the Leelanau Peninsula. We are a small Class II library with very little budget for programming but we have a large senior population that lives in the area and uses the library so I spent some time asking around the community to see if anyone would be interested in offering Yoga or Pilates or a very basic exercise class aimed at beginners/retirees at the library. I was specifically looking for another retired individual that did not need income from the classes as I feel very strongly about not charging patrons for any programs held at the library and also because I knew we could not afford to pay the instructor much. As it turns out, I came upon a fairly well to do retiree that had participated in a Yoga instructor workshop, was a regular practitioner and focused specifically on gentle Yoga. She offered to do twice a week Yoga classes at the library free of charge for 10 weeks each fall (last year and again this year). These have been well attended with anywhere from 18-24 people at each class which is the max our meeting room can hold. It has also worked out for the instructor in that a few attendees then requested private, paid for Yoga instruction in their own homes leading to a little revenue. The down side of offering a free class, at least free for the library I mean, is that there is a little less accountability on the case of the instructor. For instance, just today, the instructor informed me that she will miss next week’s class and while such things happen with paid help as well, I do feel that payment does lead to someone putting a little more thought into showing up or not. We also do not have waivers, we thought about this but an informal legal adviser didn’t think it was worth it. The instructor is also very clear about only doing what you can do and not pushing it. Hope that helps, Ryan Deery Suttons Bay Bingham District Library librarian(a)suttonsbaylibrary.org<mailto:librarian@suttonsbaylibrary.org> www.suttonsbaylibrary.org (231)271-3512

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Library Director Search Firms/Headhunters
by John Rucker 22 Sep '15

22 Sep '15

Our library board is looking into hiring a search firm to fill our director vacancy. They have asked for quotes from 6 search firms. 1 responded with a quote, 2 declined taking new clients at this time, and 3 simply haven’t responded. 1 quote is not enough to base a decision on, so we were wondering if any libraries out there who have employed search firms for a director position in the pat would be willing to share how much that cost so we can have a better idea as to where this quote lies on the price spectrum. Thanks very much, John John Rucker Asst. Director/Systems Administrator Branch District Library 10 E. Chicago St. Coldwater MI 49036 RuckerJ(a)BranchDistrictLibrary.org http://www.BranchDistrictLibrary.org 517-278-2341 ext. 15 FAX 517-279-7134

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