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MAP Update
by Jim Flury 05 Dec '14

05 Dec '14

All, I hope you enjoyed a nice Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends. The "menu" in our household featured turkey and bronchitis, and not necessarily in that order, either. But we made do nevertheless. You might recall that in our last MAP update from November 21, we made note as to the possibility of BIG news for statewide MAP Year 3. I'm happy to report that discussions regarding that are ongoing, and that we hope to be able to share additional details very soon. As of today you have circulated 92.5% of last year's total number of passes. That's great work! Do you think we can get to 100% of last year's total by December 31? I think you can. The holiday school break time is right around the corner, and families are going to be looking for activities during this time. How about a day out at http://www.mi-sci.org/ or http://sloanlongway.org/Sloan-Museum or http://www.yankeeairmuseum.org/ or http://www.lsa.umich.edu/ummnh/ Thanks to Brigette's hard work, our MAP Facebook page has nearly 300 likes https://www.facebook.com/pages/Michigan-Activity-Pass-MAP/510259192344845 and our Twitter account has almost 100 followers https://twitter.com/MapPass2014 Finally, in addition to the above I am currently engaged in a dialogue to "hook" a new MAP venue, beginning in January, 2015. Until and unless they formally sign on with MAP, and I'm pretty sure they will, I'll hold off revealing the identity of this potential new cultural partner. I will say that they would represent a great "catch" for MAP, and that I hope they will "sea" fit to join us. Thank you for your support and promotion of the Michigan Activity Pass program. Sincerely, Jim Flury 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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MLS-USCIS Webinar, December 17
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 05 Dec '14

05 Dec '14

FYI for those libraries serving an immigrant community. IMLS and USCIS will be hosting a webinar on serving immigrants in libraries on Dec. 17th, including a review of common questions immigrants may ask on USCIS services. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Begin forwarded message: From: "IMLS News " <imlsnews(a)imls.gov<mailto:imlsnews@imls.gov>> Date: December 5, 2014 at 10:16:18 AM CST To view this message in a browser, please click here<http://www.idevmail.net/message.aspx?d=73&m=2417&e=reishk@michigan.gov&r=14…>. [IMLS logo] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 5, 2014 IMLS Press Contact 202-653-4799 Giuliana Bullard, gbullard(a)imls.gov<mailto:gbullard@imls.gov> IMLS-USCIS Webinar, December 17 Join Us for Customer Service Tools and Resources: An Overview for Libraries Washington, DC-The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will present a webinar on Wednesday, December 17 at 2 p.m. ET. Representatives from the USCIS Public Engagement Division and the Office of Citizenship will review the achievements of the USCIS and IMLS partnership in the past fiscal year. They will explore common inquiries immigrant library patrons may present, identify useful USCIS resources, and discuss ways in which libraries can engage with USCIS to become more active in immigrant outreach initiatives. With webinars and other outreach, the ongoing USCIS-IMLS partnership<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=1&d=73&mid=363882&m=2417> aims to equip libraries with educational materials, training resources, and information regarding immigration and citizenship. To register for this session, please follow the steps below: * Visit the USCIS Public Engagement Division Subscription Service registration page<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=2&d=73&mid=363882&m=2417> to confirm your participation; * Enter your email address and select "Submit"; * Select "Subscriber Preferences"; * Select the "Event Registration" tab; and * Provide your full name and organization, complete the questions,and select "Submit." All registrations must be received by Tuesday, December 16. Once your registration is processed, you will receive a confirmation email with additional details. To sign up for updates about upcoming webinars and additional immigration and citizenship resources, register your email address on the USCIS website<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=3&d=73&mid=363882&m=2417>. If you have any questions about the registration process, or if you do not receive a confirmation email within two business days, please email Public.Engagement(a)uscis.dhs.gov<mailto:Public.Engagement@uscis.dhs.gov>. About the Institute of Museum and Library Services The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=4&d=73&mid=363882&m=2417> and 35,000 museums<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=5&d=73&mid=363882&m=2417>. Our mission is to inspire libraries and museums to advance innovation, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. Our grant making, policy development, and research help libraries and museums deliver valuable services that make it possible for communities and individuals to thrive. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=6&d=73&mid=363882&m=2417> and follow us on Facebook<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=7&d=73&mid=363882&m=2417> and Twitter<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=8&d=73&mid=363882&m=2417>.

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Opening for Children's Librarian
by John Sheridan 05 Dec '14

05 Dec '14

Children's Librarian Vicksburg District Library is looking for someone who likes to work with children. Who has worked with the public, has good communication skills, knows children's literature, is creative, and has experience planning programs. Candidate needs to be computer literate, a team player and able to go out to schools and represent the library in the community. This position 30 hours/week, paid vacation. Minimum requirements are BA, MLS preferred. FAX, e-mail or mail resume to: Director, Vicksburg Library 215 S. Michigan Ave. Vicksburg, MI 49097 FAX: 649-3666 e-mail: jsheridan(a)vicksburglibrary.org Job description is attached.

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I Love My Librarian
by Colleen Leddy 04 Dec '14

04 Dec '14

Did everybody already see that Michigan's and Woodlands Library Cooperative's own Cherry Hamrick was among this year's winners? Even if it's old news, it's great news worth repeating! Congratulations, Cherry! http://www.ilovelibraries.org/lovemylibrarian/2014/14winners Colleen Colleen Leddy, Director Stair Public Library 228 W. Main St. Morenci, MI 49256 517/458-6510 Monday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Library Intern Posting
by francinemenken＠comcast.net 04 Dec '14

04 Dec '14

Hello, The Henry & Delia Meyers Library and Media Center is looking for an enthusiastic library student for an intern position in January 2015. Please see attached posting. Best regards, Francine Menken , MLIS Director / Henry & Delia Meyers Library and Media Center Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit 6600 W. Maple Road West Bloomfield, MI 48322 phone: 248.432.5546 fax: 248.432.5540 fmenken(a)jccdet.org

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FW: AWE Multi-State Special - one more announcement
by BiggThomas, Deb (MDE) 04 Dec '14

04 Dec '14

Hi All-if you're interested AWE is doing a live webinar tomorrow, Dec. 5th on their Early Learning Station and state special which will include a good overview of the product if you are not familiar. Please see attached. Thanks! Deb D. B. Thomas, MA AMLS MeL & Library Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-373-4466 ----------------------------------------------------------------- Visit MeL at: http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> and on Facebook at: http://facebook.com/mel.org The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a new video series highlighting Michigan libraries and how they are making a difference in their communities. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ and watch the 21st Century Libraries episode.

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Giving Business owners library cards
by Miriam Andrus 04 Dec '14

04 Dec '14

Hello All, Do any of your libraries issue library cards to individuals who own a business within your service area but have their home residence outside of your service area? We have business owners who would like to get cards because they pay property taxes within our service area. However, their primary residence is outside of our service area. I would be interested to know if anyone has a policy regarding this type of situation. Thanks in advance. Miriam Andrus, Director Big Rapids Community Library 426 S. Michigan Ave. Big Rapids, MI 49307 231-796-5234 www.bigrapids.lib.mi.us<http://www.bigrapids.lib.mi.us/> [cid:image001.png@01CFBAE7.27DCD7B0] New Library Hours are as follows Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10am-5pm Tuesday,Thursday 11am-7pm Saturday 9am-12pm Closed on Sunday

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Re: [Michlib-l] Giving Business owners library cards
by Bill Bowman 04 Dec '14

04 Dec '14

We give business owners and their employees cards that are valid here only. Since they pay taxes, they should get the services, that's what we feel. Bill Bowman Head of Circulation / IT Manager Clarkston Independence District Library 248.625.2212 phone 248.625.8852 fax From: michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] On Behalf Of Miriam Andrus Sent: Thursday, December 04, 2014 2:58 PM To: michlib-l(a)lists.mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] Giving Business owners library cards Hello All, Do any of your libraries issue library cards to individuals who own a business within your service area but have their home residence outside of your service area? We have business owners who would like to get cards because they pay property taxes within our service area. However, their primary residence is outside of our service area. I would be interested to know if anyone has a policy regarding this type of situation. Thanks in advance. Miriam Andrus, Director Big Rapids Community Library 426 S. Michigan Ave. Big Rapids, MI 49307 231-796-5234 www.bigrapids.lib.mi.us <http://www.bigrapids.lib.mi.us/> New Library Hours are as follows Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10am-5pm Tuesday,Thursday 11am-7pm Saturday 9am-12pm Closed on Sunday

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MeL Minute - Help!
by Borrelli, Eunice (MDE) 04 Dec '14

04 Dec '14

Hi All, Let's be honest. Whether in life or in using the vast resources at MeL.org<http://mel.org/>, at some point we may find ourselves in need of examples, explanations, answers, and tips. MeL.org<http://mel.org/> contains 8 subject gateways, over 40 databases, teacher resources, Michigana, and MeLCat - a lot to master! This is why MeL.org includes a robust Help section<http://mel.org/Help> easily accessed from the homepage (in the top black bar and at the bottom right side under Resources). There are separate sections for MeL Search<http://mel.org/index.php?P=MeLHelpSearch>, MeL Databases<http://mel.org/index.php?P=MeLHelpDatabases>, MeLCat<http://mel.org/index.php?P=MeLHelpMelCat>, Michigana<http://mel.org/index.php?P=MeLHelpMichigana>, the Gateways<http://mel.org/index.php?P=MeLHelpGateways>, and Michigan Online Resources for Educators<http://mel.org/index.php?P=MeLHelpMORE>. Select FAQs are also listed and cover the Visiting Patron program, how MeL uses a driver's license when accessing a database, and which libraries participate in MeLCat. Worry not and look no further! There is Help<http://mel.org/Help> for your use of MeL.org<http://mel.org/>! MeL Minutes are brought to you by the Library of Michigan. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for next week's MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact(a)mel.org<mailto:contact@mel.org> or visit mel.org<http://mel.org/>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your public service colleagues. Eunice Eunice C. Borrelli, Michigan eLibrary Internet Librarian Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517.241.4996 Toll Free: 877.479.0021 Fax: 517.373.5700 The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a new video series highlighting Michigan libraries & how they are making a difference in their communities. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ & watch the 21st Century Libraries episode. Invest in a child's future today. Support the MDE Culture of Reading. www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading<http://www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading>

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Library Intern Posting
by WAY Elysha Cloyd 04 Dec '14

04 Dec '14

Good Afternoon, The Henika District Library in Wayland, MI is looking to fill a Library Intern Position. The application and job posting have been attached. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled but first preference will be given to applications submitted by Friday, December 19th. Thanks! Elysha -- Elysha Cloyd Library Director Henika District Library 269-792-2891 x 114 <mailto:wayec@henikalibrary.org> wayec(a)henikalibrary.org <http://www.henikalibrary.org/> www.henikalibrary.org

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