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Tween Collection
by Lindsay Fricke 04 Jan '16

04 Jan '16

Hi all, Novi is investigating the startup of a tween collection and would like to gather some information from other libraries who have an established tween collection. We are looking for a list of titles, including series, that you consider tween to help us get started with moving items into our new collection. If you could share a report or specific examples of titles in your tween collection that would be useful. Also, please include the ages or grades that your library considers tween. Any other insight that you can provide that you think would be helpful in starting a tween collection would be greatly appreciated! Please feel free to email your responses directly to lfricke(a)novilibrary.org<mailto:lfricke@novilibrary.org>. Thanks for your help! Lindsay [Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: New Logo 1 inch rgb for web]Lindsay Fricke | Information Services Librarian Novi Public Library |45255 West Ten Mile Road | Novi, MI 48375 Phone 248-869-7218 www.novilibrary.org<http://www.novilibrary.org/> Inform. Inspire. Include.

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RLC Awards Nomination Deadline Extended to Feb 5
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 04 Jan '16

04 Jan '16

Greetings Michigan Library Community, The deadline for award submissions for the Rural Libraries Conference 2016 has been extended to February 5, 2016. The nomination process is not difficult and you absolutely still have time to nominate your favorite deserving library or library staff member. Self-nominations are also accepted! There are so many truly wonderful people working toward the greater good that is rural Michigan library service. Don't let this opportunity to recognize them pass you by! To qualify for the award the library must serve a population of 25,000 or less. Branch locations of larger libraries do not qualify for nomination. 1. First, fill out the nomination form available here<http://michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/Call_for_Nominations_2016_R…>. 2. In a letter of nomination (maximum of two pages), tell the award committee: o Reason for recommending this nominee o The individual's work history or library's accomplishments as they relate to the award category o Nominee's outstanding activities, abilities, programs and/or achievements 3. Collect letters of support from library users, municipal government, businesses and organizations (three minimum to five maximum) and other documentation as appropriate. There will be four awards: Outstanding Small/Rural Librarian Award: Recognizes a librarian who is an outstanding leader in the profession. The Librarian of the Conference has made a significant contribution to his/her library and has invested him/herself in efforts to bring about positive change in the small/rural library community. This award goes to an individual currently employed in a Michigan library. Trustee/Friend Award: Given to a Trustee or Friend of a small or rural library for distinguished service to rural library development on the local, state, regional or national level. Patron Services Award: Recognizes a librarian from a small or rural library who has made significant contributions to and a positive impact on library service to patrons through outstanding program(s) or services. The June B. Mendel Award for Excellence in Rural Library Service: This award goes to a library and is now named for the legacy of our dearly departed and very much missed colleague June Mendel. The award comes with a $1000 gift from the June B. and Roger Mendel Fund. The Mendels chose to create this award to recognize the great work done by our librarians, staff and boards of rural libraries. You can send your nomination packet through the mail or email it, whichever is more convenient for you. Please see nomination form for guidelines. Questions? Now is the time to ask! I can be found at norriss2(a)michigan.gov<http://norriss2@michigan.gov> or 517-373-4457. Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-4457 Fax: 517-373-5700 Check out the curated content on the LM homepage including state and national CE offerings, LM events, stats reports, headlines from around the library world and intriguing snapshots of our varied collections at http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/> 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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Packing Bags Available
by Mary Jane Ogg 04 Jan '16

04 Jan '16

Harrison District Library has some extra packing bags. If you are interested, please let me know. Mary-Jane Ogg Public Services Librarian 105 E. Main PO Box 380 Harrison District Library Harrison, MI 48625 Phone 989.539.6711 FAX 989.539.6301

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Tech Manager Posting
by Marty Ferriby 04 Jan '16

04 Jan '16

Hackley Public Library in downtown Muskegon, MI is seeking a Technology Manager to plan, coordinate, implement and maintain all library technology and supervise 4 technology assistants. Full time with full benefits. Work hard, make a difference, have fun, live by the big lake. Information, job description and application online hackleylibrary.org. Materials due January 14, 4:00 pm. EOE.

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3D Printer Open House 1/14/16
by Carol Souchock 04 Jan '16

04 Jan '16

Our library is considering purchasing a 3D printer in 2016 and I asked MOS to offer provide this educational opportunity to assist us . Your library is welcome to attend this event in Novi, MI . MOS (Michigan Office Solutions) will be hosted at 3D printer informational day on Thursday January 14 at their office in Novi. Open House (drop in) for all from 10 am - 12 pm One on one consults with MOS 3D printer expert Matt Pickens are also available. To register your library for a one on one consult please contact Matt Talbot at Matt.Talbot(a)mos-xerox.com mobile 248-602-1239 To give you a little background information on what will take place at this event: Per Matt Pickens from MOS...."Typically when we do an open house like this, I discuss existing 3D technologies. This usually takes 20-30 minutes discussing background on the industry and the ways we get prints now. After which, we look at sample parts we’ve printed and discuss the machines we have in the demo room. The one on one sessions can be conducted however the library would like. If you have specific questions pertaining to capabilities, materials, pricing structure, etc., we can discuss it at that time. It is easier to have the more detailed conversations in smaller groups." Location: MOS is located at 40000 Grand River, Suite 500, Novi Thank you, Carol Souchock Library Director Plymouth District Library http://plymouthlibrary.org 734-453-0750 , ext. 218 csouchock(a)plymouthlibrary.org Carol Souchock Library Director Plymouth District Library http://plymouthlibrary.org 734-453-0750, ext. 218 csouchock(a)plymouthlibrary.org

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Mobile Wi-Fi Hot Spots
by Dillon Geshel 04 Jan '16

04 Jan '16

Hello, I'm wondering if any Michigan libraries participate in mobile hot spot lending programs, and if anyone is aware of grant opportunities for such programs. Any and all information about your hot spot lending programs would be helpful! Thank you, Dillon -- Dillon Geshel Library Director Portage Lake District Library 58 Huron Street, Houghton MI (906)-482-4570

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Northfield Township Area Library - Temporary Closure
by Mary Ferguson 04 Jan '16

04 Jan '16

NOTICE - The Northfield Township Area Library will be closed to the public from January 11 to January 29, 2016 due to construction. All library services will be suspended during this time period. We have temporarily suspended MeLCat requesting by our patrons and requesting of our materials by other library patrons until January 22. We will continue to receive TLN/MeLCat deliveries, but they will not be processed until we reopen on January 30. Please contact Zaley Nelson, NTAL director, at 734-449-0066, ext. 26, or znelson(a)ntal.org<mailto:znelson@ntal.org> if you have any questions. Sincerely, Mary Ferguson, Collection & ILL Mgr. Northfield Township Area Library 125 Barker Rd. Whitmore Lake, MI 48189 734-449-0066 mferguson(a)ntal.org

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funding idea for Library as a Comfort Station
by McConnell,Sherri 04 Jan '16

04 Jan '16

This is response to Lisa Waskins's comment: "I would like to develop an entire protocol and playbook for future emergencies too. I am thinking this might be a huge opportunity to set up a network across the state of resources between libraries as well. Perhaps there is even grant money in something like this?" Lisa, Check out the Community Engagement Award funded by the National Network of Libraries of Medicine, http://nnlm.gov/gmr/funding/cea. Public libraries can apply for it, and one of the focus areas for the grant is "Planning or promoting emergency preparedness, response and recovery in the community or in partnership with community-based organization(s)". A 2016 deadline has not been posted, but you can email for more details. It sounds like what you want to do fits right in. Sherri Sherri McConnell, Public Services Librarian Capital Area District Libraries - Holt-Delhi 2078 Aurelius Road, Holt, Michigan 48842 517-694-2136 ext. 3154| mcconnells(a)cadl.org<mailto:mcconnells@cadl.org> cadl.org<http://cadl.org/> | twitter.com/cadl<http://twitter.com/cadl> | facebook.com/cadlibrary<http://www.facebook.com/cadlibrary>

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MCLS upcoming workshops - Friday is last day to register!
by Suzanne 04 Jan '16

04 Jan '16

Please feel free to share with anyone who might be interested - in fact, share widely! Friday is the last day to register for these upcoming workshops: Copy cataloging of monographs using RDA (Jan 12-14 online) (a prerequisite for more advanced workshops) https://www.mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?r… AACR2...meet RDA (Jan 19 online) (basic introduction recommended for all catalogers) https://www.mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?r… MeLCat workshops: MeLCat refresher training for DCB libraries (Jan 13 all day in Lansing) https://www.mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?r… Everything you need to be doing as a DCB MeLCat library (Jan 14 online) https://www.mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/training-event/?r… And here's a great idea for professional development for your staff - the MCLS Basic or Advanced Cataloging Certificate! Find out more here: https://www.mcls.org/training-events/cataloging-certificate-program/ Please email training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org> with any questions. Thanks, Suzanne Part time Hours: (with some slight variations occasionally) Monday 11am-3pm Tuesday 9am - 3pm Wednesday 11am - 2:30pm Thursday 9am - 3pm Friday 9am-1pm I work from home also, and I check email regularly, so email is the most reliable way to reach me. ------------------------------------ Suzanne Robinson, AMLS Continuing Education Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 1407 Rensen St., Suite 1 Lansing, MI 48910 800-530-9019 ext 134

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Elementary Media Specialist posting
by Valentine, Jolie 04 Jan '16

04 Jan '16

Plymouth-Canton Community Schools is seeking an elementary media specialist for Hoben and Tonda Elementary Schools. See the posting at https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0U5K0an43wNcjU4Qjgwb3k2Rlk/view?usp=shari… and complete information at http://www.pccsk12.com/departments/human-resources/p-ccs-employment -- Jolie Valentine District Librarian Technology Specialist Plymouth-Canton Community Schools (734) 416-2716

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