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New Government Documents
by Sarjeant, Bruce C 02 Apr '15

02 Apr '15

Good Afternoon. A list of new documents has been loaded onto the GODORT of Michigan wiki. Of note for this month: Chemicals of emerging concern in water and bottom sediment in the Great Lakes Basin, 2012: collection methods, analytical methods, quality assurance, and study data. Great Lakes Regional Land Cover Change Report: 1996-2010. The 21st Century Rural Hospital: A Chart Book. Prevalence of Mental Illness in the United States: Data Sources and Estimates. Annual Report: 2014. Michigan Public Service Commission. http://godortmi.pbworks.com/w/page/94688447/March%202015%20New%20Documents%… Bruce Sarjeant Reference, Documents & Maps Librarian Lydia M. Olson Library Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave Marquette, MI 49855 bsarjean(a)nmu.edu 906-227-1580

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FOML Friends Workshop - Registration Deadline is April 10
by Linda Pierce 02 Apr '15

02 Apr '15

Please let your Friends groups know about the upcoming "FOML Spring Workshop and Fred Ruffner Symposium" that will be held on Thursday, April 23rd at the Rochester Hills Public Library. For a full agenda and link to register online, visit: http://foml.org/eventsconferences/2015-spring-workshop/ The theme is *“Community Engagement: How Friends Can Promote the Value of Your Library”* The synopsis : Friends can play a vital role as advocates for the library and its services. What are some of the strategies that Friends can undertake to promote and increase the value of the library? How can Friends work with the director, library staff, and trustees to carry out cooperative and collaborative activities which make the library a center of community engagement? Topics and speakers include: - "Telling Your Library Story" by our Fred Ruffner Symposium speaker John Pelegrino from Gale/Cengage Learning - "Success Stories: How Our Friends Promoted Our Millage" with Doreen Hannon, Director of the Salem-South Lyon Library - and Kris Rzepczynski, Archivist at the Archives of Michigan, speaking about "Our Michigan Archives" FOML will also hold the annual meeting for the membership and present the 2014 Outstanding Friends of the Library Merit Awards. These workshops are a great time to network with other Friends groups, tour the Rochester Hills Public Library, and spend a day learning how to support your library! with regards, Paul Snyder, FOML President attachment: workshop registration form -- Linda Pierce Administrative Specialist Kettering Library Phone: (810) 762-9840 Fax: (810) 762-9744 1700 University Avenue ~ Flint, MI 48504 Kettering University

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CD Cases for Sale
by Phillip J Kwik 01 Apr '15

01 Apr '15

The Troy Public Library has several boxes of new, locking CD cases, manufactured by Clear-Vu Products, which we no longer need. We are willing to sell these for $30 per box of 100, or best offer. They sell on Midwest for $143 per box. You would be responsible for picking up the boxes or paying for shipping. We have 37 boxes of single CD cases, and 15 boxes of double CD cases. I have attached pictures of each type of case, as well as the box labels. Please contact me off list if you are interested or have any questions. Thanks. Phillip Kwik | Assistant Director Troy Public Library | 510 W. Big Beaver, Troy, MI 48084 | Office: 248.619.7577 | troypl.org <http://www.troypl.org/> [cid:image010.jpg@01CF8BD8.30248410] <https://www.facebook.com/troylib> [cid:image011.jpg@01CF8BD8.30248410] <https://twitter.com/troylib> "We believe a strong community embraces diversity, promotes innovation, and encourages collaboration. We strive to lead by example within the region. We do this because we want everyone to choose Troy as their community for life. We believe in doing government the best."

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Part-time Youth Librarian Position available at the Orion Township Public Library
by Joyce Becker 01 Apr '15

01 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 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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FOML Trustee Alliance Workshop - Registration Deadline is April 10
by White, Shannon (MDE) 01 Apr '15

01 Apr '15

Don't forget to get your board members registered for the upcoming Friends of Michigan Libraries-Trustee Alliance workshop to be held at the Rochester Hills Public Library on April 24. For a full agenda and links to register online or by mail visit: http://fomltrusteealliance.org/2015-spring-workshop/ "Strategic Thinking, Strategic Planning: How Trustees Can Plan for Success" Why is planning a critical step in the trustees' governance of the library? Certainly no one plans to fail, but without a plan and without strategic thinking, your library may not be on the right path to success. What makes planning a strategic step for success? And how do trustees navigate the planning process? Sarah Ann Long, Shirley Bruursema and Christine Hage will be presenting content during the day's event. You don't want to miss this opportunity to learn and also engage with other trustees from around the state. The cost to attend this event includes lunch and is only $20 for members and $30 for all others. Save money on your registration by becoming a Friends of Michigan Libraries Trustee Alliance member too! Shannon ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 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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Library-related webinars for April
by White, Shannon (MDE) 01 Apr '15

01 Apr '15

The April list of library-related webinars available at no cost. Highlights include the following: * April 2: IT Webinar: How to Perfect Your Voice on Social Media for Maximum Engagement (Special Library Association) * April 8: Makerspaces: Curating, Creating, Collaboration (Texas State Library and Archives Commission) * April 21: Financial Education Resources for Library Staff (Federal Depository Library Program) * April 23: How to Find Free (and Legal to Use) Images and Media Online (TechSoup) * April 28: Moving Image Preservation 101 (Association for Library Collections & Technical Services) There's a lot more to take a look at so be sure to review the listing and see what's in it for you! You can find the webinar list on our website, www.michigan.gov/libraryce<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryce> at the beginning of each month. If you have questions about a particular event, please contact the organization presenting the instruction. Shannon ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 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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Free Low Vision Magnifier
by Cathy Cottone 31 Mar '15

31 Mar '15

Free to library - pics attached You have to be able to come pick it up: Telesensory Aladdin AL1A Low Vision Aid Magnifier Reading Viewer -- Cathy Cottone, Genealogist Lyon Township Public Library 27005 S. Milford Road South Lyon, Michigan 48178 248 437-8800 x104 www.lyon.lib.mi.us

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User Experience in Public Libraries MOOC
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 31 Mar '15

31 Mar '15

Are You Experienced? Exploring User Experience in Public Libraries? Please join us for four exciting weeks of exploring the user experience in public libraries. This MOOC is a great opportunity for learning more about public libraries, the MLS program and some of the faculty (Andrea Copeland, Bill Helling, Stephanie Holman and Beth Meyer) in the Department of Library & Information Science at the IU School of Informatics and Computing at IUPUI, and great for professional development. This course is eligible for up to 12 CEUs in the state of Michigan. All are welcome - Free and fun is guaranteed! Topics explored during the four weeks include: Week 1- Customer Service and the User Experience Week 2- Youth Librarianship: Best Practices to Serve our Youngest Patrons Week 3- Technology: Improving Library Services by Managing Technology Week 4- Community Engagement The course starts on April 6, 2015 but please register now, for details see: http://disted.informatics.iupui.edu/mooc_sp15/index.html And for questions please email: xpl(a)iupui.edu<mailto:xpl@iupui.edu> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PLuserX Twitter: @PLuserX #XPLmooc Andrea J. Copeland, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Department of Library & Information Science School of Informatics and Computing Indiana University 535 W Michigan Street, IT565 Indianapolis, IN 46202 (317) 274-0114<tel:%28317%29%20274-0114>

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Author Visit at Ferndale Area District Library
by Jeff Milo 31 Mar '15

31 Mar '15

Hi all, Little late notice, but I still wanted to get the word out: The Ferndale Library is hosting an author visit/reading & book signing on Thursday evening. An Evening With Josh Malerman Thursday, April 2, 2015 @ 7:00 PM Ferndale Area District Library Please join us for an unconventional reading/book-signing by author Josh Malerman this Thursday evening. Malerman, a Ferndale resident and lifelong Michigan native, broke out on the contemporary horror/suspense genre scene last year with his debut novel *Bird Box, w*hich was selected as a 2014 Michigan Notable Book by the Library of Michigan. *Bird Box *also won the James Herbert Award and was short-listed as a contender for the Bram Stoker award for horror writing. This won’t be your average book signing. Malerman, who is also a musician with local rock group The High Strung, said he is cooking up something cool for his author visit to FADL. All fans of horror and suspense novels should mark their calendars for April 2; especially since Malerman’s first round of book tours resulted in audiences raving over his highly engaging and quirky presentation, often employing ambient music and theatrical sound effects. Bird Box (published last year by Ecco Press, a HarperCollins subsidiary), received praise from many esteemed publications including USA Today, The Detroit Free Press and Publishers Weekly. Thursday, April 2 at 7:00pm – 8:00pm Free / Space is limited “I hear there’s two types of horror-writers,” said Malerman. “One will show you the monster while the other leaves the door closed. Well, I’ve discovered that I’m both.” *The New York Times* declared Malerman’s style to be “… the best kind of horror…where your imagination becomes your own worst enemy.” - Jeff Milo Circulation Specialist Ferndale Area District Library 248-546-2504

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community data analysis workshop 4/11/2015 @ U of Michigan School of Info
by Kristin Fontichiaro 31 Mar '15

31 Mar '15

*POSTED ON BEHALF OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN SCHOOL OF INFORMATION'S ANN ARBOR DATA DIVE GROUP:* On behalf of the entire Ann Arbor Data Dive community here at the University of Michigan School of Information, I would like to cordially invite you and your organization to attend our new spring workshop, Data Dive: Unboxed. A data dive is an event that brings together local non-profits and community members to work with data sets in context. - Curious about how to run a data dive in your community? - Want to know how your organization can benefit from participating in a data dive? - Just interested in knowing more about what community data work looks like? Data Dive: Unboxed is an event to answer all of these questions and more! The workshop will be an event to bring together students, area non-profit organizations and other community members who are interested in either running a data dive or participating in a data dive. It will be partially in an unconference format to foster discussion between different stakeholders about what makes an effective data dive, both from a client side and an organizer's perspective. The 2014 A2 Data Dive organizers will run two sessions: 1. a moderated panel discussion between organizers, participants and data professionals 2. a session featuring hands-on activities designed to give people a better sense of what community data work can look like beyond spreadsheets *No prior experience in data or organizing necessary!* Date - Saturday, April 11, 2015 Time - 10 am - 4:30 pm. The first session starts at 10:30 am. Cost - $12/participant (including transaction fee). Includes lunch and coffee! Location - Space 2435, North Quad, 105 S State St (between Washington and Huron), Ann Arbor If financial concerns are an issue, please contact the organizers ( datadiveorganizers(a)umich.edu) and we can work out an accommodation. RSVP HERE: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/a2-data-dive-unboxed-tickets-16196890335?aff=em… QUESTIONS: datadiveorganizers(a)umich.edu We hope to see you there. Best, Data Dive Committee http://a2datadive.org/ -- Kristin Fontichiaro University of Michigan School of Information 4427 North Quad 105 S. State St. Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285 Blog <http://fontichiaro.com/activelearning> | Michigan Makers Project <http://umsi.info/makers> | Book an Appointment <https://www.google.com/calendar/selfsched?sstoken=UUFHX1E5cXRtYUVQfGRlZmF1b…>

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