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ALA Accepting applications for the 2016 class of Emerging Leaders
by Steven K. Bowers 08 Jul '15

08 Jul '15

The American Library Association (ALA) is now accepting applications for the 2016 class of Emerging Leaders. Details on the program criteria as well as a link to the application can be found on the Emerging Leaders Web page . The deadline to apply is Aug. 1, 2015. The program is designed to enable library workers to get on the fast track to ALA and professional leadership. Participants are given the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, network with peers and gain an understanding of the ALA structure and wide range of activities. Individuals who are considering applying to the program should be a new library professional with fewer than five years of experience working at a professional or paraprofessional level in a library. They should also be able to attend both the ALA Midwinter Meeting in Boston (Jan. 8 – 12, 2016) and the ALA Annual Conference in Orlando (June 23 – 28, 2016). Additional criteria can be found on the Emerging Leaders’ Web page . An ALA division, round table, ethnic affiliate, state chapter or school library media affiliate will sponsor nearly all of the selected applicants. Each sponsor will contribute $1,000 toward expenses of attending the ALA Midwinter Meeting and Annual Conference ($500 for each conference). Sponsorship is not required for participation in the program. A list of sponsoring units is included as part of the online application. Applicants can indicate on the application which groups they want to consider them for sponsorship. Applicants may also check with various state associations and/or state chapters to find out if they are participating and how to apply for their sponsorship. No more than one person from any institution will be selected for participation in the program in any given year. For more information, visit the Emerging Leaders Web page or contact the program manager at emergingleaders(a)ala.org . Don Wood Program Officer Chapter Relations Office American Library Association 50 East Huron Street Chicago, IL 60611 dwood(a)ala.org 1-800-545-2433, ext. 2429; 312-280-2429 312-280-4392 (fax) Become a Fan of ALA Chapters Follow CRO on Twitter Take Action for America’s Libraries “Example is not the main thing in influencing others. It is the only thing.”—Albert Schweitzer

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Free Webinar July 13: Reintroducing Libraries to Your Community
by Steven K. Bowers 08 Jul '15

08 Jul '15

Free Webinar July 13: Reintroducing Libraries to Your Community ALA Membership Libraries have transformed into dynamic centers for engagement, and it’s time to reintroduce them to our local communities. ALA, Stacie Ledden, Director of Innovations and Brand Strategy, Anythink Libraries, Colo. and the minds behind Outside the Lines: Libraries Reintroduced will host a free webinar from 1-2 p.m. CDT, Monday, July 13. Register for the webinar here ! Now in its second year, Outside the Lines (Sept. 13-19, 2015) is a global initiative demonstrating the creativity and innovation happening in libraries. Organizations around the world will participate in this weeklong celebration by engaging with their communities in new and exciting ways. The webinar will allow librarians, library support staff and library supporters to connect, ask questions and learn best practices from last year’s participants. This interactive session will cover a variety of topics from how to identify relevant engagement for your community to rally your staff. Speakers include: Stacie Ledden; Abby Carpenter, Adult Services Manager, Florence-Lauderdale Public Library, Ala.; Amber DeBerry, Director of Community Relations, Douglas County Libraries, Colo.; Kelli Johnson, Public Information Manager, High Plains Library District, Colo.; and Jacqueline Murphy, Senior Consultant for Public Libraries and Community Relations, Colorado State Library, Library Development. Registration is mandatory, and limited to the first 100 participants who arrive in the virtual room. These webinars will be archived and accessible to ALA members. To learn more about Outside the Lines, visit getoutsidethelines.org , and follow #getOTL. This webinar is sponsored by ALA’s Public Awareness Committee, the Committee on Library Advocacy, the Office for Library Advocacy and the Public Awareness Office. To learn more about ALA’s advocacy and public awareness efforts, visit: ilovelibraries.org .

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Metro-Detroit Medical Library Group Membership
by Sponer, Angela 07 Jul '15

07 Jul '15

(Please excuse cross-postings) It's time for the Metropolitan Detroit Medical Library Group annual membership drive. If you're a current member then it's time to renew. If you're not already a member, then now is an excellent time to join our organization. To renew your current membership or to become a new member of MDMLG, complete the membership form on the MDMLG Website at http://www.mdmlg.org/membership-renewal.htm<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.mdmlg.org_membershi…> Please return membership form by July 30th, 2015. Types of MDMLG membership: * Regular ($35) * Institution ($50) * Emeritus/retired ($15) * Student ($15) - Includes reciprocal membership privileges with MHSLA Membership provides great benefits, including, but not limited to: --Becoming part of the network with health information professionals who have the same interests and concerns --Free or discounted continuing educational opportunities for professional development --Opportunity to serve on the MDMLG executive board and committees --Access to Members-only portion of the MDMLG web site --Having opportunities to meet and get to know your current or potential future colleagues and form sense of belonging to a community of health information professionals Your membership will make the organization stronger and expand the professional network of health sciences/medical librarians in the Metropolitan Detroit area and beyond. If you have further questions about MDMLG, please feel free to contact Angela Sponer. You can also check out the MDMLG Website at http://www.mdmlg.org/<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.mdmlg.org_&d=AwMFAg…>. Thank you. Sincerely, Angela Sponer MDMLG Membership Services Angela Sponer, MLIS, AHIP Librarian Henry Ford Hospital Sladen Library, K-17 asponer1(a)hfhs.org (313) 916-5335 ________________________________ CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This email contains information from the sender that may be CONFIDENTIAL, LEGALLY PRIVILEGED, PROPRIETARY or otherwise protected from disclosure. This email is intended for use only by the person or entity to whom it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, any use, disclosure, copying, distribution, printing, or any action taken in reliance on the contents of this email, is strictly prohibited. If you received this email in error, please contact the sending party by reply email, delete the email from your computer system and shred any paper copies. Note to Patients: There are a number of risks you should consider before using e-mail to communicate with us. See our Privacy & Security page on www.henryford.com for more detailed information as well as information concerning MyChart, our new patient portal. If you do not believe that our policy gives you the privacy and security protection you need, do not send e-mail or Internet communications to us.

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Youth Services Librarian--Part-time (Oxford Public Library)
by Bryan J. Cloutier 07 Jul '15

07 Jul '15

Position Youth Services Librarian (Youth Services) Education & Experience Education: Masters Degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited college or university. Desirable: Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education / Early Childhood Development or any related subject field, with prior public library experience in children's / youth services is desired, but is not a required requisite to qualify for this position. Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of professional public library experience. Certification: Librarian's Permanent Professional Certificate [level II] or higher issued by Library of Michigan, or ability to obtain one within six (6) months of hire. Nature of the Work As a member of the Library's Youth Services Team, this individual reports to the Head of Youth Services and is charged with the responsibility of selecting, acquiring, classifying, and maintaining library materials; and furnishing reference, bibliographical, and readers' advisory services. May assist the Head of Youth Services in performing in-depth, strategic research, and synthesize, analyze, and edit information. This position requires examining, analyzing, and evaluating facts and circumstances surrounding individual problems, situations or transactions, and determining actions to be taken within the within the limits of standard, library policies, or accepted practices. This individual plans and prioritizes work and is expected to solve problems by adapting methods or interpreting instructions. Hours Part-time; Average 26 hours weekly, including evenings and weekends. Salary $16.50; Paid hourly. Prorated benefits package includes: retirement, paid vacation, sick, and holidays. Application Deadline (Extended)-Open Until Filled. Applications received on, or before 15 July 2015 will be given first consideration. Application Process Send a current resume, cover letter and three professional references to: Oxford Public Library Attn: Bryan J. Cloutier, Director PO Box 538 Oxford, MI 48371 Or, email submissions will be accepted at: bcloutier(a)oxford.lib.mi.us Regards, Bryan J. Cloutier Library Director Oxford Public Library 530 Pontiac Road Oxford MI 48371-4844 Voice: 248.628.3034 x 211 Fax: 248.628.5008 Web: www.MiOPL.org

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ALA grant for at-risk teens reading program
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 07 Jul '15

07 Jul '15

Please see below from ALA. > For Immediate Release Mon, 07/06/2015 Contact: Sarah Ostman Communications Manager ALA Public Programs Office 312-280-5061 sostman(a)ala.org<mailto:sostman@ala.org> CHICAGO - The American Library Association (ALA) Public Programs Office invites libraries to apply for the Great Stories Club, a reading and discussion program for at-risk teens. Eligible libraries are located within or working in partnership with organizations that serve at-risk youth, such as alternative high schools, juvenile justice organizations, homeless shelters, foster care agencies, teen parenting programs, residential treatment facilities and other nonprofit and community agencies. Up to 50 grants will be awarded. Working with small groups of six to 10 teens, grantees will host reading and discussion events for each of three selected book titles. The titles - selected in consultation with librarian advisors and humanities scholars - are chosen to resonate with reluctant readers struggling with complex issues like incarceration, violence and poverty. Visit https://apply.ala.org/gscmedia for full guidelines and to apply online. Applications are due Sept. 15. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices<http://www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices> www.michigan.gov/michiganreads<http://www.michigan.gov/michiganreads> www.michigan.gov/sl21<http://www.michigan.gov/sl21>

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FW: Summer Meals for Kids are Here! Help Spread the Word
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 07 Jul '15

07 Jul '15

Please see the announcement of the Meet Up and Eat Up events from the Department of Education. Just a reminder that libraries can participate in the Summer Food program, either by letting patrons know where children may be able to get lunch or by participating with a site sponsor to have libraries activities at the food sites. You can find Summer Food sites at www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup>. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> From: Michigan Department of Education [mailto:MDE@govsubscriptions.michigan.gov] Sent: Monday, July 06, 2015 4:54 PM To: Reish, Karren (MDE) Subject: Summer Meals for Kids are Here! Help Spread the Word Summer Meals Now Available Want to view as a web page? Click here to view in browser<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. [Meet Up and Eat Up]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> Summer Meals Now Available We're excited to announce the availability of the Summer Food Service Program and Meet Up and Eat Up events for children and teens across the state. Meet Up and Eat Up is a way to help parents and caregivers identify places where kids 18 and younger can gather for healthy, free summer meals at thousands of sites across Michigan. This program is crucial for the hundreds of thousands of Michigan students who rely on the federal school meals program during the school year. Last year, less than 1/5 of Michigan kids who depend on getting free meals during the school year ate a summer meal at approved sites in their neighborhoods. Show your support for Meet Up and Eat Up by sharing the meal site map on Facebook. You can include text in your update such as: "Friends in Michigan: help spread the word about Meet Up and Eat Up and help a kid get a free summer meal today: www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup>." [Share now button]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> ________________________________ Check Out these Upcoming Meet Up and Eat Up Events: Meet Up and Read Up! Date: July 7 Where: Boys and Girls Club of Lansing 4315 Pleasant Grove, Lansing MI 48910 Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm West Michigan Park Parties. All parties are held from noon until 2 p.m. Everyone is invited and everything is free! July 9 - Berlin Raceway, Marne July 16 - Kollen Park, Holland July 23 - Smith Ryerson Park, Muskegon July 30 - Northwestern Middle School, Battle Creek Southeastern Michigan Block Parties: July 9 - District 2/Palmer Park Time: 3:00pm - 6:00pm Where: 910 Merrill Plaisance, Detroit, MI 48203 (Woodward & 7 Mile) July 14 - District 4/Corrigan Park Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm Where: 14723 E. Warren, Detroit, MI 48215 July 16 - District 5/Joseph Walker Williams Center Time: 3:00pm- 6:00pm Where: 8431 Rosa Parks, Detroit, MI 48206 July 21 - District 6/Patton Community Center Time: 3:00pm - 6:00pm Where: 2301 Woodmere, Detroit, MI 48209 Share this with Friends! [Share on Twitter]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>[Share on Facebook]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> ________________________________ [Michigan Department of Education Logo] Questions? Contact Us<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> STAY CONNECTED: [Visit us on Facebook]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> [Visit us on Twitter]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> [Sign up for email updates]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> SUBSCRIBER SERVICES: Manage Preferences<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> | Unsubscribe All<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> | Help<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> ________________________________ This email was sent to reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> using GovDelivery, on behalf of: Michigan Department of Education * 608 W. Allegan Street, P.O. Box 30008 * Lansing, MI 48909

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Fwd: Support School Libraries
by Lester, Kathy 07 Jul '15

07 Jul '15

Please see the forwarded message from ALA. Please support school libraries by calling Senator Stabenow's and Sentator Peter's offices. It is easy to do following the ALA instructions at the forwarded "Call Now!" link. Thank you! -Kathy Kathy Lester, MLIS, MA MAME Past-President, 2014 School Librarian/Technology Integrationist East Middle School, Plymouth-Canton Schools *2012 **State Librarian's Excellence Award Winner* <http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-19270_20585-289712--…> kathyL(a)mimame.org cell: 810-333-5873 *From: *"ALA Washington Office" <districtdispatch(a)alawash.org> *Sent: *Tuesday, July 7, 2015 10:01:53 AM *Subject: *Support School Libraries We have been told that the Senate will begin debating S.1177, the Every Child Achieves Act of 2015, a bill that would reauthorize the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), as early as tomorrow. Now is the time to call your Senators to ask that they support the bipartisan Reed-Cochran library amendment when S.1177 comes to the floor of the Senate! For more information about the Reed-Cochran amendment, click here <http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/thru?ep=AAAAC2Flc0NpcGhlcjAx-xbMkJ9wzVPWzaJLE…> (pdf). Call Now! <http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/take-action?engagementId=114675&ep=AAAAC2Flc0…> Unsubscribe <http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/subscriptions?r=AAAAC2Flc0NpcGhlcjAxCsHusIABB…> [image: Powered by CQRC Engage] <http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/thru?ep=AAAAC2Flc0NpcGhlcjAxDd4pz5FOvg0dSdpm0…>

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Colon Township Library 'Superhero' themed Parade Float
by Julie Censke 07 Jul '15

07 Jul '15

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Position Re-Posted -Director, Menominee (MI) County Library
by marianne 07 Jul '15

07 Jul '15

*DIRECTOR MENOMINEE COUNTY (MI) LIBRARY* The Board of Trustees of the Menominee County (MI) Library is seeking a qualified, innovative, hands-on leader to manage and enhance this Class IV public library located in Stephenson, Michigan.The Menominee County Library includes the main library in Stephenson, a branch in Hermansville, and a bookmobile that provides materials to schools and community stops throughout the county. The library is located in the southern part of the scenic Upper Peninsula of Michigan, just twenty miles north of the city of Menominee, “where the best of Michigan begins.”Opportunities for outdoor activities abound year-round and the “UP” offers easy access to thousands of acres of unspoiled forests, numerous natural waterfalls, and miles and miles of glorious shoreline! With a friendly, experienced and dedicated staff of four, a budget of $350,000, and active Friends of the Library volunteers, the library system provides superior, personalized service to a population of over 14,000. For more information about the library, visit www.uproc.lib.mi.us/Menominee <http://www.uproc.lib.mi.us/Menominee>. To learn more about the community, visit www.menomineecounty.com <http://www.menomineecounty.com>, www.stephenson-mi.com <http://www.stephenson-mi.com>, www.cityofmenominee.org <http://www.cityofmenominee.org>. *The successful candidate *will be a customer-oriented individual who enjoys the small-town Upper Peninsula way of life and who appreciates the daily opportunity to interact with the public as a hands-on director. Proven personnel management skills, a comprehensive understanding of library finances and budgeting and excellent overall financial management ability, coupled with a flexible and energetic approach is essential. Strong communication skills and the ability to comfortably represent the library in the community are key. In addition, comprehensive knowledge regarding current technology and its use in public libraries and a thorough understanding of current public library operations and services is essential. *The Position requires *a Master’s degree in library science or library and information science degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association.*In addition*, the position *requires* a minimum of two*//*years management and supervisory experience, preferably in a library setting. For a complete position description please contact Marianne(a)hartzell-mikaconsulting.com <mailto:Marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com>. *Beginning Salary: *$45,000 to $48,600dependent on experience and qualifications. Generous*//*benefit packageincludes health, vision, dental and life insurance, MERS defined contribution plan, and paid leave time. *Applications *will be accepted until the position is filled, but those received by *5:00 PM (EDT) *Monday, *August//3//*will receive first consideration. *Electronic submissions required.Interested individuals should forward a cover letter, _which specifically addresses the position requirements_, a resume, and three professional references, including complete contact information*. ** Electronic submissions and requests for additional information should be directed to:Marianne Hartzell at marianne(a)hartzell-mikaconsulting.com <mailto:marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com>or via telephone at (517) 719-3487. */Menominee County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/* -- Marianne Hartzell, Consultant marianne(a)hartzell-mikaconsulting.com Hartzell-Mika Consulting, LLC P.O. Box 4396 East Lansing, Michigan 48823 517.719.3487 Online at: www.hartzell-mikaconsulting.com check us out on Facebook!

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It's Raffle Time: Three Time Emmy Award Winner, Under the Radar Michigan!
by Jim Flury 07 Jul '15

07 Jul '15

All, Many of you (and your patrons, too) enjoy the Emmy Award winning (yes, UTR just won its THIRD Emmy) television show Under the Radar Michigan. The discounted UTR book and dvd purchase order opportunity was extremely well received by Michigan libraries. Tom Daldin and Jim Edelman are great friends of Michigan libraries, and if you have a chance to attend the MLA fall conference you can meet Tom and Jim, who will be the keynote speakers at the Thursday, October 29 luncheon: http://www.milibraries.org/prof-development-networking/annual-conference/fe… In keeping with all of the above, I am very pleased to announce that Tom and Jim of UTR have generously agreed to donate their time to present their program at a total of SIX Michigan public libraries over the course of 15 months, beginning in September, 2015 and concluding in November, 2016. How well received is their program in a public library? Here is what the director of one TLN member library had to say: "We hosted the Under the Radar guys and it was fabulous. Tom Daldin and Jim Edelman from UTR accomplished something that doesn't happen often: they made us laugh over and over * and * reminded us how great Michiganders are. UTR isn't about "the best of the best" it's about the unique towns, festivals and travel opportunities there are in our state. It really boils down to the people behind these destinations. The coolest thing is that Tom and Jim are a Michigan success story themselves. They both found themselves out of work during the recession. They knew each other as fellow media professionals, so they put their heads together and started pitching ideas to PBS. Their book sales were brisk (we're hoping there can be a group discounted buy, maybe, for public libraries in Michigan?). At least four of our guests (full-house) said it was the best program they'd ever attended! Don't you want to have them, too?" Yes, you do. And six of you can. We promised you a raffle, and now it's UTR RAFFLE TIME! We have grouped Michigan public libraries into six geographic regions. One winning library will be chosen from each of the six geographic regions. Each of the six winning libraries will then work with Tom and Jim to come up with a date for a program that mutually works for both parties. Program slots are September and early November, 2015; February, 2016; May, 2016; July, 2016; early November, 2016. The drawing will be held at The Library Network on Monday, July 13. You need not be present to win :) If you would like to enter our Under the Radar Michigan raffle to have a chance to have Tom Daldin and Jim Edelman present a program at your library, please reply to this email by no later than Sunday, July 12. Good luck! 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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