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Legislation affecting library millage and bond proposals
by Larry Neal 21 Dec '15

21 Dec '15

Hi everyone, If you are not aware of the legislation that passed the Senate and House last week you will want to read the following article ASAP in the Detroit Free Press at: http://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/2015/12/19/educators-cities-worry-… Organizations opposing this legislation have information at: Michigan Library Association: http://cqrcengage.com/alami/home EveryLibrary.org: http://action.everylibrary.org/michigansb571 I am not aware of any organizations promoting this legislation. --Larry

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Rush Revere series
by Pam Withrow 21 Dec '15

21 Dec '15

Hello Everyone, I've hesitated adding the Rush Revere books to our collection, but they seem to be gaining in popularity. I'm pretty open minded, and I think I may give them a try. If your library has any of these books, would you please tell me how well they circulate? Thank you, Pamela Withrow, Director Forsyth Township Public Library 180 W. Flint St. PO Box 1328 Gwinn, MI 49841 906-346-3433

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Director of Public Services position! King County Library System (Wa)
by Jobeth Bradbury 21 Dec '15

21 Dec '15

King County (WA) Library System, Director of Public Service Share commitment to public service, your passion for the public library's mission, and King County's vision and values - Join the nationally recognized King County (WA) Library System <http://www.kcls.org/> as the Director of Public Service. This Director of Public Service will inspire and promote organizational change through staff involvement and collaborative problem-solving resulting in workable solutions. He/she will actively demonstrate a positive leadership role within the library and in the community. KCLS, an independent taxing district with an annual operating budget of $115 million, is comprised of 49 community libraries and serves over 2 million ethnically diverse residents over 2300 square miles. In 2004, voters supported a $172 million capital bond to renovate, expand, and build new libraries across King County - in 10 years, KCLS has opened 13 new libraries, expanded 11, and renovated 11, and in 2016 will open 3 new library buildings and complete renovations on another 5. The 1,200 innovative and dedicated staff (883 FTE) serves its residents in the library, in the community, and through its virtual presence. Staff reaches 10,000+ non-English speaking families with the Library's early literacy services and programs. The Library also has twelve Library2Go! vehicles providing convenient access to many library services for customers of every age. These community services and programs propelled KCLS to be named Library Journal's 2011 Library of the Year and the 2012 Outstanding Civic Organization by the Municipal League of King County. Washington's King County <http://www.kingcounty.gov/> offers a remarkable blend of vibrant cities, suburban developments, rural landscapes, farms and forests. Many areas enjoy spectacular views of Puget Sound, the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges and Mt. Rainier, convenient access to Seattle and all the amenities the region has to offer. King County is home to eleven colleges and universities including the University of Washington, a leading research institution, hosting one of the nation's top medical schools. Community colleges, art and culinary institutions, and technical schools round out the area's choices for higher education. Employment opportunities are available through many Fortune 500 companies-Amazon, Costco, Microsoft, Nordstrom, Paccar, Starbucks and Boeing are key employers. Arts, music, shopping, celebrations and festivals, and, of course, coffee, are also part of daily life in King County. For additional information on the Library and the region, visit KCLS Links <http://www.gossagesager.com/KCLSlinks.htm> . In planning, organizing, and directing the Library's Public Services Operations, the successful candidate will be responsible for directing vital public services working with a committed team of twelve cluster managers who supervise 49 branch libraries. Other key reports include: (1) circulation coordinator; (2) operations coordinator; (3) staff support coordinator (volunteers and substitutes); and (4) community conduct coordinator (behavior issues, security, etc.). This position works as the key lead on the Public Services Leadership Team and reports to the Library Director. Please see the KCLS Public Service Director Job Description <http://www.gossagesager.com/KCLSPSjobdesc.pdf> for the full position description. Qualifications: Required qualifications include a Master's of Library Science degree from an ALA-accredited school; Washington State certification (to be completed within first year of employment); a minimum of eight years of supervisory/management experience in a public library; and a minimum of five years in a public library as a professional librarian. Additional qualifications include demonstrated ability to lead and work collaboratively in a team environment; extensive project management experience; proven experience mentoring and coaching professional staff; and the ability to participate as a contributing management team member through strategic thinking, forecasting, budget analysis, and complex problem solving. Compensation: the hiring salary range is $116,808- $122,371 with a competitive benefits package. Relocation assistance will be provided. For further information, or to apply, contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> . Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and resume as Word or PDF attachments to Jobeth Bradbury <mailto:jobethbradbury@gossagesager.com> . The closing date for this position is January 22, 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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Pew Center Study: Broadband At Home
by Jim Flury 21 Dec '15

21 Dec '15

1. One-third of Americans have no access to broadband at home, meaning public libraries play a critical role here. 2. Two-thirds of Americans own a smartphone, meaning it is more important than ever that our digital resources be mobile friendly. http://www.pewinternet.org/2015/12/21/home-broadband-2015/ Jim 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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Professional Development Grant opportunity for Rural Libraries
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 18 Dec '15

18 Dec '15

Please see below for a grant opportunity for rural libraries to become community science facilitators. The grant program is being managed by Califa, a California based library consortium, but the program is available to libraries nationwide. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov -----Original Message----- From: Hildreth, Susan [mailto:hildreth@plsinfo.org] Sent: Thursday, December 17, 2015 1:26 PM Announcing a New Grant Opportunity! Rural Gateways: Fostering the Development of Rural Librarians as Informal Science Facilitators The Califa Library Group, http://califa.org/, is accepting applications for mini-grants to librarians in rural public libraries who are interested in providing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) programming for adults. The project, which is funded by the National Science Foundation, will build your capacity to plan and facilitate science-based library programs. The library programs use videos and popular books to engage audiences and promote discussion. The professional development provided will include interactive webinars, online learning materials, peer support, and video case studies of similar adult STEM programs. Participating libraries will receive program materials, a planning guide, marketing and promotional templates, up to $3,500, and an avenue for new patrons to find your library. Communities will receive a series of engaging, thought-provoking programs and find another reason to love their local library! For more information and to apply, visit http://califa.org/rural-gateways/ Susan Hildreth, Executive Director Califa Group, Pacific Library Partnership, Peninsula Library System Administrator, NorthNet Library System 2471 Flores St. San Mateo, CA 94403 650-349-5538 650-766-2345 (cell) hildreth(a)plsinfo.org

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Re: [Michlib-l] FREE stacking task chairs
by Jennifer Amormino 18 Dec '15

18 Dec '15

Chairs have been claimed! Jennifer Amormino East Lansing Public Library Executive Assistant to the Library Director Volunteer Assistant Coordinator 517.319.6863 jamormi(a)cityofeastlansing.com 517-351-9536 fax >>> Jennifer Amormino 12/18/2015 8:24 AM >>> ELPL has approximately 65 stacking task chairs with wheeled carts (picture attached). Anyone interested? Pick-up as soon as possible... Thanks Jennifer Jennifer Amormino East Lansing Public Library Executive Assistant to the Library Director Volunteer Assistant Coordinator 517.319.6863 jamormi(a)cityofeastlansing.com 517-351-9536 fax _________________________________ East Lansing e-news is just a click away. Sign up to receive East Lansing's Dialog e-newsletter and other e-publications. Just visit http://www.cityofeastlansing.com/news today!

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Jackson District Library-Director Open Position
by Wayne, Danah 18 Dec '15

18 Dec '15

December 18, 2015 15-040 LIBRARY DIRECTOR Jackson District Library, serving the county of Jackson, Michigan, seeks a dedicated professional who will bring leadership, vision, and a long-term commitment to our library and our community. JDL serves a population of 162,000 residents and is forty five minutes from the University of Michigan and Michigan State University and near numerous other institutions of higher education, parks, and recreational areas for outdoor enthusiasts. Our annual budget of 6.6 million dollars provides for 13 branches and an administrative center, with a staff of 150 and circulation that exceeds 1.2 million with 640,000 visitors per year. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated track record of achievement preferably with millage campaign knowledge and experience. An ALA/MLS degree and eight years of progressively more responsible professional librarian experience including management is required. The mission of the Jackson District Library is to inspire our community to discover, learn and succeed. The library actively participates in several initiatives focused on educational attainment, health improvement, economic and workforce development and financial stability in the Jackson community Reports to: Board of Trustees Status: Full time/Exempt Starting Salary: $99,500 - $110,000 annually Position Open: January 15, 2016 Apply by: January 8, 2016 Please apply at: https://myjdl.applicantpro.com/jobs/ EOE Danah D Wayne HR Assistant Jackson District Library 244 W. Michigan Ave. Jackson, Michigan 49201 517-788-4099 ext 1306 wayned(a)myjdl.com<mailto:wayned@myjdl.com>

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FREE stacking task chairs
by Jennifer Amormino 18 Dec '15

18 Dec '15

ELPL has approximately 65 stacking task chairs with wheeled carts (picture attached). Anyone interested? Pick-up as soon as possible... Thanks Jennifer Jennifer Amormino East Lansing Public Library Executive Assistant to the Library Director Volunteer Assistant Coordinator 517.319.6863 jamormi(a)cityofeastlansing.com 517-351-9536 fax _________________________________ East Lansing e-news is just a click away. Sign up to receive East Lansing's Dialog e-newsletter and other e-publications. Just visit http://www.cityofeastlansing.com/news today!

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MeL Minute - BookFlix Enhancements
by Borrelli, Eunice (MDE) 17 Dec '15

17 Dec '15

Hello everyone, The MeL Database<http://mel.org/Databases> BookFlix<http://galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-scholastic.php> provided by Scholastic is a popular resource for educators, libraries and families. Designed for early learners, it pairs videos and books in both fiction and nonfiction in nine categories. Recently, there have been some enhancements to it. First, there are now 33 titles of videos and books en Español. You can find them by noting the red "en español" wrapper around the Go button within the different categories or by selecting the Resources link in the right corner and then sorting for Spanish. Once a title is displayed you can toggle between Spanish and English with a single click. Second, after selecting a title, tools for both videos and books are found in the left margin and include Puzzlers! (for about 115 titles) that can include word match, sequencing (Which Came First?), and fact or fiction exercises relevant to the selected title; meet the author; and, explore the web, which are pre-screened and age appropriate sites relevant to the selected title. Third, some downloadable resources can be found by clicking on the Resources link in the right corner and then on the right again at the link "Click here for downloadable resources". Items include book marks and parent and teacher letters in English and Spanish. 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 at contact(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 Michigan eLibrary Internet Librarian, Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517-241-4996 Toll Free: 877-479-0021 Fax: 517-373-5700 [Follow MeL on Twitter]<https://twitter.com/meldotorg> [MeL - Michigan eLibrary Logo] <http://mel.org/> [Like MeL on Facebook] <https://www.facebook.com/mel.org> 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 .

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Call for Chapters: Public Libraries as Social Innovation Hubs
by Stephen Bajjaly 17 Dec '15

17 Dec '15

Please excuse cross-posting Public Libraries as Social Innovation Hubs: How Libraries Transform Communities Edited by John Carlo Bertot and Ursula Gorham Communities are increasingly facing a number of challenges in areas of economic development, poverty, education, health & wellness, sustainability, transportation, environment, broadband and technology infrastructure, digital readiness, and civic engagement, to name some. Efforts to raise awareness about these challenges at the international level include the United Nations’ recently released Sustainable Development Agenda<https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/?menu=1300>, articulating 17 goals to shape global action<https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/post2015/transformingourworld> “for people, planet, and prosperity,” the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) 11 Action Lines<http://www.itu.int/net/wsis/docs/geneva/official/poa.html#c1>, and the International Federation of Library Association’s (IFLA) Lyon Declaration<http://www.lyondeclaration.org/> on Access to Information and Development. As part of the Advances in Librarianship<http://www.emeraldinsight.com/series/ail> series, this book seeks chapters at the intersection of innovation, community challenges, sustainable development, and public libraries. Topics can include, but are not limited to how public libraries: * Can serve as critical community access points to individual and community transformation in key challenge areas such as health & wellness, economic development, poverty, environment, civic engagement, education, and other areas. * Create, combine, and deliver innovative services and resources (e.g., food access and nutrition programs in undernourished communities and communities that lack access to health foods, design and prototyping labs, citizen science enablers, open data and analytics centers). * Foster community innovation through promoting and facilitating entrepreneurship, small business development, and economic development. * Engage in strategic partnerships across sectors and serve as a unifying community platform for social innovation. * Promote inclusion, equity, and justice through access to information, learning, information and communications technologies (ICTs), and opportunity particularly to underserved or unserved populations. The book welcomes chapters that include case studies, empirical studies, and best practices from around the world. Please direct questions and submissions to: libinnovation(a)gmail.com<mailto:libinnovation@gmail.com>. Important Dates: * March 1, 2016: Submission of 1,000 word chapter proposal * April 1, 2016: Notification of chapter acceptance to authors * September 1, 2016: Draft chapter due * November 1, 2016: Final chapters due * Summer 2017: Estimated publication date About the Editors John Carlo Bertot is Professor and co-director of the Information Policy & Access Center (iPAC) in the University of Maryland College Park iSchool. Ursula Gorham, Ph.D., J.D., is a Lecturer in the College of Information Studies at the University of Maryland. ************************************************************************* John Carlo Bertot, Ph.D. Professor and Co-Director Information Policy & Access Center College of Information Studies University of Maryland 4105 Hornbake Building, South Wing College Park, MD 20742 Email: jbertot(a)umd.edu<applewebdata://BCB57281-51DC-4941-8002-4D53BCEF3FAC/jbertot@umd.edu> Web (Bertot): http://terpconnect.umd.edu/~jbertot/ Web (Center): http://ipac.umd.edu<http://ipac.umd.edu/> Phone: 301.405.3267 Fax: 301.314.9145 Associate Editor, Government Information Quarterly Co-Editor, Advances in Librarianship

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