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MABL annual meeting -- Call for Proposals and Save the Date!
by Cara Cadena 14 Apr '15

14 Apr '15

Greetings Michigan Business Librarians, Librarians providing business information at university, college or community college libraries in the state of Michigan are cordially invited to attend the annual Michigan Academic Business Librarian meeting in Grand Rapids on July 24th. Please join us for a day of engaging discussion, complementary lunch, and networking. There will be no cost to attend the event. If you'd like to facilitate a discussion pertinent to business librarianship, please complete this short form: http://goo.gl/forms/zSzzC0MAZh Possible discussion topics may include: Collection Development Engaging with Faculty Embedding yourself in the classroom Business Information Literacy Open Education Resources This meeting is hosted by Grand Valley State University and Cornerstone University. Stay tuned for more details, we hope you can join us. Cara and April Cara Cadena Business Liaison Librarian GVSU Libraries DEV 126A, Steelcase Library 616.331.7337 cadenac(a)gvsu.edu April VanPutten MBA Library Business Manager Miller Library / Cornerstone University phone: 616-254-1650 ext.1232 e-mail: april.vanputten(a)cornerstone.edu<mailto:april.vanputten@cornerstone.edu>

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The Role of Leadership in Change Management -- Registration Closes This Friday
by JEN Pamela Myers 14 Apr '15

14 Apr '15

Having trouble viewing this e-mail? Please see the attached workshop flyer. Having trouble viewing this e-mail? Please see the attached workshop flyer.

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MLA Workshop this Friday!
by Elizabeth Martin 13 Apr '15

13 Apr '15

There is still time to register for Michigan Library Association’s Changing Your Library Culture. It will be held at Southfield Public Library this Friday! Click here for more information, http://www.milibraries.org/events/changing-your-library-culture-workshop/ About the workshop: Changing an organization’s culture is one of the most difficult leadership challenges. Are you looking to embrace innovation, customer service or a new or evolving culture at your library but don’t know how to affect change? Learn how to facilitate the discussion and what action to take to get the leadership and management tools needed to help guide new attitudes, change assumptions, and initiate new goals and processes. Hope to see you there! ________________________________ Beth Martin Head of Professional Programs & Economics Department Liaison Librarian GVSU Libraries DEV 132A, Steelcase Library 401 W. Fulton Ave. Grand Rapids, MI. 49504 616-331-7344 martelia(a)gvsu.edu

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torrenting wireless policies/suggestions?
by Ms. TJ Smith 13 Apr '15

13 Apr '15

We have been seeing a large increase in internet traffic and our wireless setup is simply not holding up. A particular problem is patrons using our wireless for torrents. Do any of you have policies in place regarding a limit on high-bandwidth activities? It is frustrating for our other patrons, many of whom are using the connection for schooling and business purposes, not to mention the staff trying to use VERSO. We currently have 6MB service through our provider (the highest package offered in our area) connected to an old router and switch. We have 5 public computers, one catalog computer, and one staff station all direct-wired through the switch and at any given time 2-10 wireless devices attached. Our current router is a Netgear N300 WNR2000v2. We're looking to upgrade and add a wireless access point to allow us better control, but that does not make our current situation any easier to handle. I've been setting the lowest priority QoS for the torrent users when possible to try to make the connection usable by other patrons. Does anyone have any tips on how we can better get by in the meantime? Ms. TJ Smith Library Director Sherman Township Library shermandirector(a)winntel.net (989) 644-5131

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Question re: patron privacy within the library building
by Teresa Stannard 13 Apr '15

13 Apr '15

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Self-Paced Courses Available from WebJunction
by White, Shannon (MDE) 13 Apr '15

13 Apr '15

Are you looking for some extra help in training new staff members at your library? Then WebJunction self-paced online courses may be perfect for your organization. Some of the hot topics now available at no cost to your libraries are: * Extreme Customer Service, Every Time * Having Fun at Work Again * Dealing with Angry Patrons * eReader Detective: Solving the Case for Your Library Patrons * Coping with Change * Encouraging Early Literacy Take a look at the WebJunction course catalog to learn more about these courses that can be taken at any time. They also provide a certificate of completion when finished. Visit: www.webjunction.org<http://www.webjunction.org> and choose the FIND TRAINING tab to explore these and many more courses available. 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 Each April, Michigan celebrates the Month of the Young Child. Go to www.miaeyc.org<http://www.miaeyc.org> to learn more.

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State of America's Libraries Report 2015
by Jim Flury 13 Apr '15

13 Apr '15

The press release: http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2015/04/new-state-america-s-librarie… The report: http://www.ala.org/news/sites/ala.org.news/files/content/2015state-of-ameri… 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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Library Card Vendor
by Lindsey Dorfman 13 Apr '15

13 Apr '15

Hello, I'm looking into getting our library cards redesigned. Can anyone recommend a good library card vendor? Thanks! Lindsey Dorfman, MLIS. Library Director Allegan District Library 269-673-4625 alleganlibrary.org <http://www.alleganlibrary.org> facebook <https://www.facebook.com/pages/Allegan-District-Library/75692355114> | twitter <https://twitter.com/adllisten>

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MCLS Announces “Libraries Read: 1 Book” Title Selection for Indiana and Michigan Libraries
by Michelle Bradley 13 Apr '15

13 Apr '15

Contagious: Why Things Catch On by Jonah Berger has been selected as the title for “Libraries Read: 1 Book”. What makes things popular? Why do people talk about certain products and ideas more than others? Why are some stories and rumors more infectious? And what makes online content go viral? These are some of the questions addressed in the book. MCLS invited library staff across Indiana and Michigan to place votes on one of four titles to select one book that we will all read and discuss together for professional development. Jonah Berger’s book captured the most votes. In Contagious, he reveals the secret science behind word-of-mouth and social transmission. He explains how six basic principles drive all sorts of things to become contagious, from consumer products and policy initiatives to workplace rumors and YouTube videos. Contagious combines groundbreaking research with powerful stories. MCLS encourages library staff to read the book throughout April and May. Related free events, such as regional discussions, live twitter chats, and google hangout discussions will be announced and take place through the summer. According to Randy Dykhuis, MCLS Executive Director, “During 2014, MCLS conducted a series of community conversations with librarians throughout Indiana and Michigan, utilizing the tools from the Harwood Institute for Public Innovation. The desire to have discussions in many formats, and to communicate with one another outside of our silos was a recurring theme. By reading one book together, we aim to create deeper connections among libraries that span geographic and other boundaries.” If you would like to host and lead a discussion for other librarians at your location, send an email to Heather Ladiski at ladiskih(a)mcls.org. For more information about “Libraries Read: 1 Book”, contact Michelle Bradley at Bradleym(a)mcls.org or visit our Facebook event page. https://www.facebook.com/events/816571621730767/ About MCLS: The Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) is a non-profit, member-driven organization whose mission is to facilitate sharing resources and to collaborate with other organizations to benefit Michigan and Indiana libraries. ***************************************************************************** Michelle Bradley Community Engagement Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Phone: 800-530-9019 ext. 125 bradleym(a)mcls.org http://mcls.org/ Michigan 1407 Rensen St. Suite 1 Lansing, MI 48910-3657 Indiana 8024 W. Nickel Plate Court Mulberry, IN 46058 8024 W. Nickel Plate Court Mulberry, IN 46058

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Part-time Youth Librarian Position available at Orion Township Library
by Joyce Becker 13 Apr '15

13 Apr '15

Position Available Part-time Youth Services Librarian Orion Township Public Library Position: Youth Librarian Part-time 25 hours/wk, includes evening and weekend hours Department: Youth Services Salary: $18.70-$24.62/hr. Primary Job Duties: Assist the Head of Youth Services in providing service to children and caregivers, including youth reference, programming, readers' advisory and collection development and maintenance Required Qualifications: * MLS from an ALA accredited library school or minimum of 18 credit hours with concentration in youth services * Public library experience in youth services preferred * Knowledge of library materials, reference service, youth literature, readers' advisory * Ability to develop creative learning programs for infants through age 12 * Demonstrated knowledge of emergent literacy and brain development in children * Skills in working with community agencies serving children and their caregivers, including local schools * Emphasis in public service with strong ability to speak and write effectively * Ability to work independently and take initiative in developing services and programs * Ability to effectively use and teach current technology to patrons of all ages * Skilled in searching automated catalog, Internet, and library databases * Excellent Microsoft Office and other computer skills * Ability to promote and maintain effective relationships with other staff and to work in a team environment * Strong organizational and time management skills Dates: Deadline for applications is Monday, April 20, 2015 Apply To: Joyce Becker Orion Township Public Library 825 Joslyn Road Lake Orion, MI 48362 248-693-3000 Electronic submissions accepted, send to: jbecker(a)orionlibrary.org<mailto:jbecker@orionlibrary.org> Please submit an application, cover letter, and resume. The application is available at: http://orionlibrary.org/library-employment/. This is an at-will position. Orion Township Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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