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Employment package with Education?
by SAR Kerry Fountain 17 Aug '15

17 Aug '15

I am curious as to whether any director's or other staff have an employment package that includes some reimbursement for education? I am looking more for actually being enrolled in college rather than continuing education situation. My board is looking into the possibility of helping me with some of my educational expense in the future but wondered how to approach it. Any input or advice would be greatly appreciated! Kerry Fountain, Director Saranac Public Library 616-642-9146 Clarksville Area Library 616-693-1001 sarkf(a)llcoop.org

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Director - Superiorland Library Cooperative
by marianne 17 Aug '15

17 Aug '15

*DIRECTOR, SUPERIORLAND LIBRARY COOPERATIVE (Michigan) * *Superiorland Library Cooperative (Michigan)* The Superiorland Library Cooperative is seeking candidates for the position of Director. The Cooperative focuses on collaboration and resource sharing among its *38 public library* members*in northern Michigan* and is governed by a*nine-member* Board of Directors. The staff of 5 use an $850,000 budget to offer *innovative technology strategies, access to electronic resources, technical training and support, public library consulting *and to*manage *the Upper Peninsula Region of Library Cooperation (UPRLC), an *integrated library system*, which serves 85*school, public, and tribal *libraries. The Superiorland Cooperative is headquartered in Marquette, the largest city in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and home to Northern Michigan University. Marquette, located on the spectacular shores of Lake Superior, was named one of the “Ten Best Small Cities to Raise a Family” by Forbes Magazine (October 2010). Northern Michigan is renowned for its four-season natural beauty and virtually endless recreational opportunities. You can learn more about the Superiorland Cooperative and UPRLC at: http://joomla.uproc.lib.mi.us/slc and http://joomla.uproc.lib.mi.us/uproc . * Position requirements:* A graduate degree in Library and Information Science from a program accredited by the American Library Association; a minimum of four years of progressively responsible administrative and supervisory experience in a public library*; *possession of or the ability to attain a valid Michigan driver's license and transportation for travel. * Additional requirements include* proven fiscal and personnel management abilities; strong verbal and written communication skills; a thorough understanding of library technology trends and applications; and, a collaborative, approachable personal style that will develop effective working relationships with Board members, library directors and trustees, staff, community and governmental groups and the general public. The ability to lead an organization through change, to interact effectively with multiple constituencies, and to serve as an active representative of the cooperative within the region, state and nationally is essential. *The Director is expected to share the cooperative’s belief that “Cooperation among members makes better library service possible and growth sustainable.”* Experience working with or reporting to a governing board is desirable. Successful grant-writing desirable. Contract negotiation and management experience, as well as ERate experience, is desirable. The position *requires frequent* *travel* to member libraries and to statewide planning meetings and state and national conferences; some evening hours and some overnights travel. For a complete position description click here <http://joomla.uproc.lib.mi.us/SLC/images/pdf_files/jobdescription.pdf>. *Compensation*: from *$68,000* dependent on qualifications and experience; excellent benefit package which includes: health insurance; retirement plan; life insurance. Applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled, but those received by 5 o’clock pm October 1, 2015 will receive first consideration. *Electronic submissions required.* To apply, submit a cover letter, which *specifically addresses the position requirements*, your resume, and the names and contact information (including email address) of three (3) professional references to Marianne(a)hartzell-mikaconsulting.com <mailto:Marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com>. -- 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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Comcast Library Contact
by Carol Souchock 17 Aug '15

17 Aug '15

Greetings, This message is directed to libraries that receive free basic cable from Comcast. Do you have contact information for the Comcast representative who services libraries? Please respond to my email csouchock(a)plymouthlibrary.org rather than the list. Thank you! Carol Souchock Library Director Plymouth District Library http://plymouthlibrary.org 734-453-0750, ext. 218 csouchock(a)plymouthlibrary.org

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Dr. Seuss
by Michelle Moore 15 Aug '15

15 Aug '15

When the new Dr. Seuss book came out, a patron told us that she wanted to read all of his books again. Thus, a program was born! I found a complete list, created a flyer, and planned the program! I am attaching our flyer for the Dr. Seuss Challenge. Feel free to copy :) Michelle Michelle Moore Library Director Ardis Missaukee District Library 210 S. Canal #340 Lake City, MI 49651 231-839-2166 moore(a)missaukeelibrary.org<mailto:moore@missaukeelibrary.org> www.missaukeelibrary.org<http://www.missaukeelibrary.org/> “No man can be called friendless when he has God and the companionship of good books.” Elizabeth Barrett Browning

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Invitation to upcoming Genealogy Workshop at Pinckney Library
by Hope Siasoco 14 Aug '15

14 Aug '15

Dear Michigan Library Colleagues, We cordially invite you and your community to attend an upcoming workshop on using newspapers and news reports in your genealogy research! Extra! Extra! Read About Your Ancestors! Thursday, August 20, 2015 - 6:30PM http://pcplgenealogy.tumblr.com/ [1] Newspapers have always been the diary of their community, and are a not-to-be-missed resource when looking for details of your family history. Discover what kind of events were reported in the society columns, legal proceedings, school reports, and more! Learn how to find newspapers both online and in libraries, and how to search the online databases most effectively, including a demonstration of the Newsbank & GenealogyBank news service databases. This workshop is free and open to the public, but registration is required so we know how many handouts to provide for attendees. Refreshments will be provided. Please call the library at 734-878-3888 or visit http://bit.ly/PinckneyGenealogyWorkshop [2] for more information. Location: Pinckney Community Public Library, 125 Putnam Street, Pinckney, MI 48169 Interested in being kept up-to-date with upcoming genealogy-related events at the Pinckney Library and the local surrounding areas? Please sign up for our Genealogy eNewsletter @ http://eepurl.com/3FHtv [3] Sincerely, Hope Siasoco, Library Director -- Pinckney Community Public Library 125 Putnam St. Pinckney, MI 48169 Tel: 734-878-3888 Fax: 734-878-2907 Email: hsiasoco(a)pinckneylibrary.org Links: ------ [1] http://pcplgenealogy.tumblr.com/ [2] http://bit.ly/PinckneyGenealogyWorkshop [3] http://eepurl.com/3FHtv

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Enabling the Future at Detroit Public Library branches
by Jennifer Dye 14 Aug '15

14 Aug '15

The Detroit Public Library celebrates the work of e-NABLE, a network of volunteers who use 3D printers to build hands for people who need them, as part of our Every Hero Has a Story program. Daniel Dugan, a local member, will bring a printer, show videos of hands in use, and bring some hands to assemble. He expects to be able to bring some of the superhero-themed hands. Wilder Branch, 7140 East 7 Mile, August 5 at 6:00. 313-481-1871 (open W-F) Lincoln Branch, 1221 East 7 Mile, August 17 at 6:00. 313-481-1781 (open M-Tu) Jennifer Dye Assistant Manager Lincoln and Wilder branches Detroit Public Library jdye(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org 313-481-1781 (M-T) 313-481-1871 (W-F)

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Michigan Broadband Conference - Early Bird Registration ends Aug 15
by White, Shannon (MDE) 14 Aug '15

14 Aug '15

Registration is Open for the 2015 Michigan Broadband Conference on October 20, 2015. The Early Bird period for $30 registration ends tomorrow! Building on the successes of the 2013 and 2014 Broadband Conferences, Connect Michigan will host the 2015 Michigan Broadband Conference on Tuesday, October 20 at the Lansing Center in Lansing, Michigan. Nationally recognized broadband and technology experts will join local leaders, sector champions, and state innovators to discuss best practices and insights into leveraging technology for improved community and economic development, education, digital literacy, healthcare, and workforce development. To register, visit http://www.connectmi.org/broadband-summit Who will be there? The target audience for the conference includes community leaders from local government and regional entities, community and economic development professionals, school technology leaders, technology providers, and representatives from libraries, state agencies and organizations, community anchor institutions, the business community, among others. What will be discussed? The Michigan Broadband Conference achieves its goal of providing a cross-sectorial, collaborative environment with content and speakers applicable to a wide variety of stakeholders. Topics include: * Innovative Solutions for Rural Connectivity * Ultra-High-Speed Connections in Michigan's Small Towns * Cybersecurity Across Your Community * Technology in Tourism * Broadband 101 * Decreasing the Digital Divide Among Older Adults * Community Driven Digital Literacy * Michigan's Mobile Industry - Driving Development * Improving the Online Presence of Michigan's Small Businesses * Expanded Employment Opportunities via Technology * Improving Rural Health through Technology * The Twenty-First Century Library The Library of Michigan will be there exhibiting and we hope to see you there too! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 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 Nourishing Michigan's Future...during school and during the summer! Encourage Michigan's children to Meet Up and Eat Up - and Read Up! Find the Summer Food Service Program site nearest you at: www.michigan.gov/sfsp<http://www.michigan.gov/sfsp>

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Funding Available for Library Staff Professional Development and Continuing Education from Library of Michigan
by White, Shannon (MDE) 14 Aug '15

14 Aug '15

The Library of Michigan is launching a new program to support libraries' efforts to provide quality services and programming in their communities. A major element of excellent service is empowering library staff to learn and implement new skills and best practices. The new Librarian Continuing Education program helps by providing funding for library staff continuing education. Michigan public, academic and school library staff are eligible to apply for continuing education stipends. The program details and criteria are available on our website http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-18668_63014-359559--… You will find program criteria, application questions, timeline and the link to the online application on this page. Staff from eligible libraries may apply at any time and may request from $200 to $1,500. Requests will be reviewed each quarter as listed in the program criteria and timeline. The first review of applications will be the beginning of this October and quarterly thereafter. The application process is open now! Please take a look at the program information on the web site and contact Karren Reish at reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> - 517-373-1580 with any questions. sdw ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 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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Bob Morris - Built in Detroit
by Jennifer Hassell 14 Aug '15

14 Aug '15

The Farmington Community Library is hosting author and presenter Bob Morris on Wednesday, August 26th @ 7:00 pm. Just in time for Labor Day weekend, come hear the personal experiences of Mr. Morris' father during the rise of the UAW in the 30's and 40's. The program flyer is attached Maybe I'll see some of you? Jen Hassell Adult Services Librarian Farmington Community Library

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Growing Through Conflict: Healthy Workplace Communication webinar - Sept. 10 at 3pm EST
by White, Shannon (MDE) 14 Aug '15

14 Aug '15

Are you looking for training on how to handle conflict? If so, then add this upcoming webinar from WebJunction on your calendar for September. WebJunction has a variety of monthly live webinars as well as a large catalog of self-paced online courses available to all members of the Michigan library community, no matter your library type. Visit www.webjunction.org<http://www.webjunction.org> to get started today. Growing Through Conflict: Healthy Workplace Communication Thursday, September 10, 2015 - 3 pm Eastern - 60 min Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/growing-through-conflict.html We are all so busy! Who has time to deal with conflicts? When conflict occurs, and we are confronted with a colleague, library patron, supervisor, or board member who is frustrated and upset, it can be tempting to identify a quick fix. However, when we do take the time to practice clear communication to uncover what people really need, we can get to better outcomes. Healthy communication involves: * Actions that show you are really listening * Communication with people who are angry or upset in a way that their needs can be addressed and resolved * Knowing your own emotions and needs, and effective ways to express them Practicing healthy communication skills will boost your self-confidence and contribute to a happier workplace. Presented by: Anna Shelton, Project Coordinator, WebJunction ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 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 Nourishing Michigan's Future...during school and during the summer! Encourage Michigan's children to Meet Up and Eat Up - and Read Up! Find the Summer Food Service Program site nearest you at: www.michigan.gov/sfsp<http://www.michigan.gov/sfsp>

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