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Michigan Activity Pass and Smart is Cool Day
by Brigette Felix 20 Oct '15

20 Oct '15

Did you know that October 22nd is Smart is Cool Day - https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/smart-is-cool-day/? Celebrate Smart is Cool Day by visiting a local museum and seeing how much you know about its history. Here are some local museums that are part of the MAP program ( http://www.michiganactivitypass.info) Charlevoix Historical Society Museum, Charlevoix - http://chxhistory.com/ Clinton County Historical Society Museum, St. Johns - http://www.pgsmuseum.com Copper Range Historical Museum, South Range - http://www.pasty.com/crhm/ Dearborn Historical Museum, Dearborn - http://thedhm.com/ Gibraltar Historical Museum, Gibraltar - http://www.cityofgibraltar.net/history.htm Hamburg Historical Museum, Hamburg - http://www.hamburg.mi.us/hamburg_historical_museum/index.html Harbor Springs History Museum, Harbor Springs - http://www.harborspringshistory.org/ Holland Museum, Holland - http://www.hollandmuseum.org/ Iron County Historical and Museum Society, Caspian - http://ironcountyhistoricalmuseum.org/ IXL Historical Museum of Hermansville, Hermansville - http://www.hermansville.com/IXLMuseum/Default.htm Lowell Area Historical Museum, Lowell - http://www.lowellmuseum.org/ Menominee Range Historical Museum, Iron Mountain - http://menomineerangehistoricalfoundation.org/museum.htm Michigan’s Heritage Park, Whitehall - http://www.lakeshoremuseum.org/project/michigan-heritage-park/ Monroe County Historical Museum, Monroe - http://monroecountymuseum.com Muskegon Heritage Museum, Muskegon - http://www.muskegonheritage.org North Berrien Historical Museum, Coloma - http://www.northberrienhistory.org/ Oakland County Pioneer and Historical Society, Pontiac - http://www.ocphs.org/drupal-6.1/ Plymouth Historical Museum, Plymouth - http://www.plymouthhistory.org/ Tri-Cities Historical Museum Akeley Building, Grand Haven - http://www.tri-citiesmuseum.org Washtenaw County Historical Society Museum, Ann Arbor - http://washtenawhistory.org/ Wayne Historical Museum, Wayne - http://www.cityofwayne.com/historical_museum.shtml

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Job Opportunity: Executive Director of the Oakland Literacy Council
by Tera Moon 20 Oct '15

20 Oct '15

Hello all - I'm posting the attached job opening on behalf of the Oakland Literacy Council. Tera Moon Assistant Director Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Rd. Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 248-642-5800 x112 moontera(a)btpl.org<mailto:moontera@btpl.org>

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Job Opportunity Asst. Director Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library
by Eric Magness-Eubank 20 Oct '15

20 Oct '15

Due to the upcoming retirement of long-time Assistant Director Jeanne Ludlow, the Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library is seeking a new Assistant Director. The Assistant Director is responsible for the operation of the public service/customer experiences of the Library. The leading candidate will possess a strong customer service orientation, the ability to create quality experiences for the users of the library, the ability to coach, mentor, lead and supervise library professionals and paraprofessionals. The Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library is an award-winning organization with high expectations for providing quality services and programs for our community. Full details of the position are available on the library website www.alpenalibrary.org. To apply please submit resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references. These materials may be mailed, or submitted electronically to emeacl(a)alpenalibrary.org. The position is open until filled, however applications received before November 9 will receive highest priority. Eric Magness-Eubank Library Director Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library emeacl(a)alpenalibrary.org 989.356.6188 ex 11

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Contemporary Authors
by Caryn Noel 20 Oct '15

20 Oct '15

Hello All - We've been doing some housekeeping and here is a list of the Contemporary Authors list that we've pulled to date. Please let me know if you are interested in some volumes as replacement or preferably all of it. I would love to find a good home for these great sets! We can ship via RIDES. More reference sets to come - Warmest regards, Caryn Noel Library Director Adam Cardinal Maida Alumni Library 248-706-4212 (phone) cnoel(a)sscms.edu http://www.orchardlakelibrary.com/ 1. The First Revision Series runs from v.1-100 plus an Index with copyrights of 1962-1981 2. The Contemporary Authors: A Bio-Bibliographical Guide to Current Writers in Fiction, General Nonfiction, Poetry, Journalism, Drama, Motion Pictures, Television, and other Fields has volumes 101-146 with copyrights of 1981-1995 3. The Contemporary Authors New Revision Series has volumes 1-68 with missing volumes of 57 and 61. We have an index and the copyright dates are 1962-1998 4. Contemporary Authors the Permanent Series has a copyright of 1965-1978 and we have v.1 and v.2 Judy Edwards Adam Cardinal Maida Alumni Library 3535 Indian Trail Rd. Orchard Lake, MI 48324 jedwards(a)sscms.edu<mailto:jedwards@sscms.edu> 248 683-0525

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Part-Time School Outreach Librarian
by Lisa Mulvenna 20 Oct '15

20 Oct '15

Are you looking for a new challenge? The Clinton-Macomb Public Library is looking for a second School Outreach Librarian. This new position will be responsible for building strong partnerships between the library and the administration, faculty, and PTOs of our six school districts and 40+ schools. In addition, they will develop and implement outreach opportunities where children, their families, or educators will be present. Expect that kids and teens, grades K-12, from all over our two townships will want to see you when they visit the library-you will be famous! If this sounds like you, please visit http://bit.ly/1OPY7zv to read the full position posting. Lisa Mulvenna Head of Youth/YA Services Clinton-Macomb Public Library 40900 Romeo Plank Clinton Township, MI 48038 (586) 226-5031 phone (586) 226-5038 fax www.cmpl.org<http://www.cmpl.org/> [Presenter]

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Closes Sunday, October 25! Library Director position, Casper, WY, Natrona County Public Library
by Jobeth Bradbury 20 Oct '15

20 Oct '15

Director-Natrona County Public Library - Casper, Wyoming Literacy, Education and a Thriving Community-if these excite you, the Natrona County Public Library wants you as its next Library Director! Join the <http://www.natronacountylibrary.org/> Natrona County Public Library Board of Trustees and the nearly 81,000 Natrona County residents as NCPL and the community move into a period of expansion and growth. The successful Director will engage the community in continuing to provide a doorway to learning and literacy services and programs through the Main library in Casper, the Mills and Edgerton branches, a bookmobile and the books-by-mail program. Governed by a five-member Board of Trustees (appointed by the Board of County Commissioners), the Library is supported by a dedicated, progressive staff of 35 FTEs, a $2.9 million annual budget, and strong community services and programs. The Director is responsible for implementing policies and plans and providing for the effective operation of the system. Opportunities include exploring the possibilities and potentially developing a plan for funding and renovating its current facility and/or embarking on a capital campaign for a new facility, increasing the use of technology services for patrons, and continuing to develop new community partnerships. The successful Director will also work with and support the ongoing work of the Library Foundation and the Friends of the Library. Natrona County has a rich heritage tied with American migration along the California, Oregon, Mormon Pioneer trails, Pony Express route, ranching-western lore, and the freewheeling boom-and-bust of the oil business. Located in Wyoming's central plateau, the County's 5,342 square miles include the municipalities of Casper (the county seat and second largest metropolitan area in the state), Midwest, Edgerton, Mills, Evansville, and Bar Nunn. The area's economy is tied to natural resources, notably energy and agriculture. A pattern of boom and bust in the energy industry has made Casper's business leaders aware of the need to diversify the economy and Casper has emerged as Wyoming's business, financial, manufacturing, and retail center. As a result of its central location the area currently is experiencing vitality as Wyoming's meeting place and transportation hub. Outdoor recreation remains an important industry and avocation-Alcova and Pathfinder reservoirs provide boating facilities, Casper Mountain hosts winter sports, Hogadon Ski Area offers three 600-foot vertical runs for skiers, a world class Biathlon and Nordic ski Center, golfers have access to four area courses and Casper Whitewater Park is a one half mile stretch of the North Platte River with four man-made rock features. Hunting and fishing are popular with residents and out-of-state visitors, many of them guided by local outfitters. Natrona County is proud of its "choice based" school district and the presence of Casper College and University of Wyoming Casper. For additional information on the area's recreational, educational and cultural amenities see <http://www.gossagesager.com/NatronaLinks.htm> Natrona links. Responsibilities. Under the general oversight of the Library Board of Trustees, the Director plans, manages and directs the operations, programs, services, and personnel of the Natrona County Public Library System. Key responsibilities include: managing and directing library operations; ensuring high quality library programs and services; developing and maintaining short and long term plans for the Library; representing the Library and coordinating departmental activities with other divisions, departments, outside agencies, community organizations and the media; and staying abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of public library management. Please see the full <http://www.gossagesager.com/natronajobdesc.pdf> Library Director Job Description for primary duties and responsibilities, desired skills and additional details. Qualifications. The position requires a Master's Degree in Library Science and five years of experience overseeing public library operations; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required knowledge includes: principles and practices of public library system administration; public library policies, procedures and standards of service; Federal, State and Local regulations governing library operations; current trends in library services, programming and technology; methods for evaluating public library programs, policies and operational requirements; processes for developing and administering budgets; and supervisory principles, practices and methods. Prior success reporting to a governing board is highly desirable. Compensation. The position offers a hiring salary range of $85,000 - $99,800 (dependent upon experience and qualifications) and an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact <http://www.gossagesager.com/> Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates via email or phone. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to <mailto:danbradbury@gossagesager.com> Dan Bradbury. This position closes October 25, 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! --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus

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ConTroll YA Teen author conference
by Cathy Chesher 19 Oct '15

19 Oct '15

Coming THIS Saturday - ConTroll YA Teen Author Conference featuring Ellen Hopkins, New York Times bestselling author and National Book Award nominee of Crank, Glass, Burned and 8 other young adult novels. Other authors include Bethany Neal, Tracy Bilen, Eric Priuska, Kate Bassett and Courtney Allison Moulton Adrian District Library Sat. October 24 Schedule 10:00 Library opens 10:30 - 11:30 "The Writing Process" featuring all of our authors 11:30 - 11:45 - break 11:45 - 12:30 - Writing Workshop: "Story Structure" with Bethany Neal and Devyn Bice 12:30 - 1:30 - Lunch on your own 1:30 - 2:15 - Author Ellen Hopkins 2:15 - 3:00 - Author Meet and Greet and booksigning* Feel free to join us for the entire conference or just part of it. *the library has a limited number of books for sale. Cash or checks only. Sorry,no credit cards. Let me know if you have any questions. Hope to see many of you here on Saturday! Cathy Chesher Youth Services Librarian Adrian District Library 143 E. Maumee St. Adrian, MI 49221 517-265-2265 cchesher(a)adrianmi.gov<mailto:cchesher@adrianmi.gov>

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Finding and Training Volunteer Technology Instructors - Webinar, Nov 4 at 3pm EST
by White, Shannon (MDE) 19 Oct '15

19 Oct '15

This webinar will provide strategies for recruiting, training and retaining skilled volunteers who can help increase digital literacy skills in small and rural communities. Small libraries are often challenged to find the staff, skills, or time needed to meet growing community needs and demands for digital literacy training. Volunteers could help you meet these challenges! Learn strategies from two successful state-wide projects eager to share tools and curriculum to help get volunteers ready for technology training in your small or rural library. California's Get Involved: Powered by Your Library provides libraries with tools to recruit, train and retain skilled volunteers. And Guiding Ohio Online has created curriculum for volunteers to deliver digital literacy training through computer classes and one-on-one computer assistance in libraries of all sizes. Project staff will share their expertise and experience to help you build the program that is right for your community. This webinar is hosted in collaboration with the Association for Rural and Small Libraries. Presented by: Carla Lehn, Library Development Services, California State Library; Mandy Knapp and Evan Struble, Library Consultants, State Library of Ohio. Register for this WebJunction webinar here: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/finding-and-training-voluntee… Shannon White Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo Lansing, MI 48909 www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.373.9489 Whites29(a)michigan.gov

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costs for recent building projects
by Maureen Derenzy 19 Oct '15

19 Oct '15

Hello, If you are working on or have recently completed a building project, would you be willing to share your square footage cost? We are looking at building only, not including furnishings and equipment. I have a supportive county administrator who would like to help me jumpstart our long postponed library expansion project, and he has asked me to gather some data. I have the RS Means information, but would like to get some figures from actual Michigan library projects. Thanks for any numbers you can provide, Maureen Maureen Derenzy, Library Director Otsego County Library 700 S. Otsego Avenue Gaylord, MI 49735 (989) 732-5841 x15 mderenzy(a)otsego.org

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Webinar: Helping Small Businesses Thrive: Introducing Census Business Builder
by White, Shannon (MDE) 19 Oct '15

19 Oct '15

A live training webinar, "Helping Small Businesses Thrive: Introducing Census Business Builder," will be presented on Tuesday, November 10, 2015 as part of the Federal Depository Library Program Academy. Register today for Helping Small Businesses Thrive: Introducing Census Business Builder at: http://tinyurl.com/ocx4cqr Start time: 2:00 p.m. (Eastern) Duration: 60 minutes Speaker: Andy W. Hait is an economist and serves as the Data Product and Data User Liaison in the Economy-Wide Statistics Division at the U.S. Census Bureau. With over 28 years of service at the Census Bureau, Hait oversees the data products and tools and coordinates data user training for the economic census and the Census Bureau's other economic survey programs. He is also the lead geographic specialist in the Economic Programs Directorate. Hait holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Syracuse University and has a Masters Certificate in Project Management from George Washington University. Learning outcomes: The U.S. Census Bureau provides a wealth of data that entrepreneurs and small business owners can use in their business and marketing plans, but access to this information can often be difficult for users not familiar with Census Bureau data programs and tools. This webinar will feature the recently-released Census Business Builder (CBB). CBB provides access to key demographic and economic data from the Census Bureau (as well as other third party data) in an easy-to-use, interactive map-based tool. Webinar attendees will not only learn how to access and use the Small Business Edition of CBB, but will also learn about a prototype second edition of CBB designed specifically for Chambers of Commerce staff. Expected level of knowledge for participants: No prerequisite knowledge required. The webinar is free, however registration is required. Upon registering, a confirmation email will be sent to you. This registration confirmation email includes the instructions for joining the webinar. GPO's eLearning platform presents webinars using WebEx. In order to attend or present at a GPO-hosted webinar, a WebEx plug-in must be installed in your internet browser(s). Download instructions<http://www.fdlp.gov/index.php?subid=391&option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&urli…>. Visit FDLP Academy<http://www.fdlp.gov/about-the-fdlp/fdlp-academy?utm_source=newsletter_676&u…> for access to FDLP educational and training resources. All are encouraged to share and re-post information about this free training opportunity with others. Shannon White Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo Lansing, MI 48909 www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.373.9489 Whites29(a)michigan.gov

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