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Call for proposals for all libraries
by Elizabeth Martin 18 Jun '15

18 Jun '15

Call for proposals Advances in Library Administration and Organization 2016 Volume: The Future of Library Space Series Editor: Samantha Hines, Missoula College at the University of Montana Libraries are dealing with unprecedented changes on several fronts: technological developments, funding difficulties, and an increasing need to prove themselves to a demanding population. These factors understandably impact physical library space. Looking toward the future, what changes can we expect to see in how libraries use space? The first 2016 volume of Advances in Library Administration and Organization will focus on the future of library spaces. ALAO offers long-form research, comprehensive discussions of theoretical developments, and in-depth accounts of evidence-based practice in library administration and organization. The series aims to answer the questions, “How have libraries been managed, and how should they be managed?” It goes beyond a platform for the sharing of research to provide a venue for dialogue across issues, in a way that traditional peer reviewed journals cannot. Through this series, practitioners can glean new approaches in challenging times and collaborate on the exploration of scholarly solutions to professional quandaries. We are currently seeking proposals for the 2016 volume on the future of library space. If you are interested in being part of this volume, please send a proposal including author details and estimated length of final submission to Samantha.hines(a)umontana.edu<mailto:Samantha.hines@umontana.edu><mailto:Samantha.hines@umontana.edu> by July 31, 2015. Submission deadlines: Submission deadline for proposals: July 31, 2015 Notification of acceptance sent by August 31, 2015 Submission deadline for full chapters: October 31, 2015 Submission deadline for chapter revisions: December 31, 2015 ________________________________ Beth Martin, Editorial Advisory Board Member of Advances in Library Administration and Organization 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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Re: [Michlib-l] Visually Impaired Volunteer
by Christina Golm 18 Jun '15

18 Jun '15

Dear Barbara, For more ideas contact the Braille and Talking Book Library at* 1-800-992-9012* also see the web site at: http://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,4601,7-154-28313_54234---,00.html Christina -- Christina Golm, M.L.I.S. Library Director Newaygo Area District Library 231-652-6723 newaygolibrary(a)gmail.com http://newaygo.llcoop.org/ On Wed, Jun 17, 2015 at 2:03 PM, Jaema Berman <jberman(a)tln.lib.mi.us> wrote: > Barbara, This is a great question! What about having them read to children > or adults or participate in assisting or leading a discussion group such as > a book club or ESL Group? Jaema > ----- Original Message ----- > From: barbara(a)milanlibrary.org > To: michlib-l(a)mcls.org > Sent: Wed, 17 Jun 2015 12:19:52 -0400 (EDT) > Subject: [Michlib-l] Visually Impaired Volunteer > > <html><body><span style="font-family:Book Antiqua; color:#000; > font-size:12pt;"><div>Hello All!</div><div><br></div><div>We've had an > offer of volunteer time starting this fall by a significantly visually > impaired person.  We'd love to take her up on her interest and > enthusiasm but are struggling to identify tasks that might be > suitable.  She mentioned answering phones, but our phone traffic > isn't that substantial and most calls require checking a the catalog or > a patron's circulation record.  </div><div><br></div><div>Any > experiences with this or brilliant ideas to pass along will be much > appreciated!</div><div><br></div><div>Thanks,</div><div><br></div><div>Barbara<br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><span > style="font-family: book antiqua,palatino;">Barbara > Beaton</span></div><div><span style="font-family: book > antiqua,palatino;"><span style="color: #000000;">Assistant > Director/Reference Librarian</span><br></span></div><div><span > style="font-family: book antiqua,palatino;">Milan Public > Library</span></div><div><span style="font-family: book > antiqua,palatino;">151 Wabash St.</span></div><div><span > style="font-family: book antiqua,palatino;">Milan, MI > 48160</span></div><div><span style="font-family: book > antiqua,palatino;">(734) 439-1240</span></div><div><span > style="font-family: book antiqua,palatino;"><span style="color: > #ff0000;"><b><br></b></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: > book antiqua,palatino;"><span style="color: #ff0000;"><b><img id="sigimg0" > title="signature image" dfsrc="cid:sigimg0@85075d6790cdac0e0dc94d873647d116" > src="/service/home/~/?id=81025&part=1.2&auth=co" alt="" border="0" > height="93" width="123"><br></b></span></span></div><div><span > style="font-family: book antiqua,palatino;"><span style="color: > #ff0000;"><b><br></b></span></span></div></span></body></html> > -- > Jaema Berman > Director > Addison Twp. Public Library > 1400 Rochester Rd. > Leonard, MI 48367 > Phone: 248-628-7180 > Fax: 248-628-6109 > http://www.addisontwp.michlibrary.org > > “Today a reader, tomorrow a leader.” > Margaret Fuller > 1810-1850 > Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some few to be > chewed and digested. ~ Francis Bacon > > _______________________________________________ > Michlib-l mailing list > Michlib-l(a)mcls.org > http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l >

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LM homepage has new features
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 18 Jun '15

18 Jun '15

LM recently unveiled a new homepage. The page has four tabs: About Us, Services for Libraries, Research and Headlines. Each tab contains information not found anywhere else on the site. The purpose of the new tabbed layout is to promote information of importance to Michigan library staff and patrons. We want to provide items that are timely and useful for tasks such as keeping up with the profession and patron research. Under the first tab, About Us, we still have our rotating carousel that provides LM news, shout-outs to Michigan libraries, and other items of interest. On About Us is our brick and mortar area which talks about upcoming LM programming and provides easy access to a librarian and catalog search. In Services for Libraries we provide continuing education listings culled from national opportunities and weekly updates of examples of useful statistical data about Michigan libraries from library data analyst Joe Hamlin. We also offer a special section, "Build Your Community" about effective outreach efforts and learning opportunities across Michigan and the nation for this important aspect of modern-day librarianship. The Research tab is a regularly updated showcase of LM offerings from our law library, newspaper collection, Michigan collection and more. Be sure to check out this great space. Headlines is news of interest to Michigan library staff divided into three sections: national news, state news and LM news. Here we promote the initiatives of the many organizations that we consider partners in promoting the library profession. Check us out at www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan>. Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-4457 Fax: 517-373-5700 http://mi.gov/libraryofmichigan http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/> Nourishing Michigan's Future...during school and during the summer! Consider being a sponsor or site for the Summer Food Service Program and encourage Michigan's children to Meet Up and Eat Up - and Read Up! www.michigan.gov/sfsp<http://www.michigan.gov/sfsp> [image004]

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Summer Reading @ Your Park opportunity
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 17 Jun '15

17 Jun '15

The Department of Natural Resources is collaborating with the Library of Michigan to bring outdoor recreation activities to your Summer Reading program. We have a brief survey for you to fill out if you are interested in having Summer Reading programs at your state or local parks. If you are interested, give us your contact information and preferred dates and you will be contacted in January to set up a program appropriate to your Summer Reading plans. https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SummerReadingatYourPark The deadline to respond is the end of November. If you have any questions, please contact me! Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices<http://www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices> www.michigan.gov/michiganreads<http://www.michigan.gov/michiganreads> www.michigan.gov/sl21<http://www.michigan.gov/sl21>

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WebJunction content and upcoming webinars for June and July
by White, Shannon (MDE) 17 Jun '15

17 Jun '15

Are you subscribed to Crossroads, WebJunction’s free enewsletter? Each month, Crossroads highlights new articles on WebJunction.org, including upcoming webinars and new course content. Subscribe today<http://www.webjunction.org/explore-topics/wj-news/crossroads.html> and be part of the online learning community! Highlighted content from WebJunction · Books and Beyond: Dynamic Programming for Adults<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/books-and-beyond-dynamic-progra…>: explore new ideas for events and activities at your library. This webinar was filled with inspiring ideas and resources. · Looking for even more great programming ideas? Read the latest issue of The Social Library<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/the-social-library-volume-seven…> to see what your colleagues around the country have planned this summer. June and July Webinars Beyond Books Sales: Practical Ideas for Raising Funds for Your Library Tuesday, June 23, 2015 ♦ 2 pm Eastern ♦ 60 min Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/beyond-book-sales.html It's time to take a fresh look at ideas for raising funds for your library. Although book sales have been a standard library fundraiser, they take a lot of time and effort, with dwindling returns on investment in recent years. Whether considering new types of events or tried-and-true activities, you’ll learn the "12 Must-Know Facts About Fundraising." Find out how to assess your library’s capacity for fundraising, enlist the right volunteers, engage the community, and create a sustainable plan to boost your library’s bottom line and raise visibility. With this strong foundation, libraries of any size can move into new directions to grow support for their libraries. This webinar is hosted in collaboration with the Association for Rural and Small Libraries<http://arsl.info/>. Presented by: Sue Hall, Director of Library Strategies<http://thefriends.org/consulting/> No Job Seeker Left Behind: Library Services to Meet Their Needs Thursday, July 9, 2015 ♦ 2 pm Eastern ♦ 60 min Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/no-job-seeker-left-behind.html Every day, libraries around the country are filled with people seeking help with jobs and careers. How do library staff find time and resources to assist them all? Learn a variety of practical ways to deliver career development services in your library from two certified ALA Career Development Facilitators. They have strategies and resources to help you cover the spectrum from a quick "on the fly" toolbox of forms and templates to ideas for one-time classes, workshop series, and even one-on-one personalized career sessions for patrons. You really can support those job-seekers. Presented by: Aileen Luppert, Librarian, Spokane County Library District (WA); and Michelle Simon, Program Coordinator, Business and Career Development Services, Pima County Library (AZ) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 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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Book Return
by Christine Hage 17 Jun '15

17 Jun '15

It is taken. Christine Lind Hage, President, United for Libraries Library Director, Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing

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LOEX Fall Focus 2015 Conference: ACRL Framework - Call for Breakout Session Proposals
by Brad Sietz 17 Jun '15

17 Jun '15

--Excuse cross-posting---* LOEX****Fall Focus 2015 Conference: **ACRL Framework*** ****Call for Breakout Session Proposals**** */November 13-14, 2015/**/ *Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest, Ypsilanti MI*/* You are invited to submit a proposal for LOEX’s first Fall Focus Conference, a library instruction conference focused on showcasing some of the current best practices and most interesting viewpoints regarding the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education. We are excited to bring together librarians from all over to discuss all aspects of the Framework and learn how it can be most effectively utilized in our libraries and institutions. Proposals for 50-minute long presentations can be submitted only through the online submission form and must be received by*Monday, August 3, 2015*. The primary contact for the proposal will receive a message indicating receipt of the proposal when it is submitted and will be notified if the proposal has been accepted for presentation by*Friday, August 28, 2015*.You do not need to be a LOEX member to submit a proposal. For more details, please visit http://www.loexconference.org/ff2015/proposals.html -- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Brad Sietz Director, LOEX 734-340-2653 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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Free Book Return
by Christine Hage 17 Jun '15

17 Jun '15

We have a used book return that we no longer need. Free, but you have to pick it up. [image: Displaying IMG_20150617_110645274_HDR.jpg] Christine Lind Hage, President, United for Libraries Library Director, Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing

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NASA STEM resources on Pluto for the summer
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 17 Jun '15

17 Jun '15

FYI for libraries that are interested in STEM programming. The Lunar & Planetary Institute is partner of the Collaborative Summer Library Program. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> Shared on behalf of our partner Lunar & Planetary Institute. Please direct any questions about the content to: Keliann LaConte Informal Education/Explore! Program Lead Education and Public Outreach Lunar and Planetary Institute 3600 Bay Area Boulevard Houston, TX 77058-1113 (281) 486-2166 (281) 244-2006 Fax laconte(a)lpi.usra.edu<mailto:laconte@lpi.usra.edu> www.lpi.usra.edu<http://www.lpi.usra.edu/> NASA Explores Pluto This Summer! On July 14, NASA's New Horizons spacecraft will become the first mission to get up close and personal with distant Pluto and its moons. The New Horizons mission will help us understand the small, icy worlds at the edge of our solar system. New Horizons launched on January 19, 2006 and will capture the first up-close images of Pluto and its moons on July 14, 2015. As part of an extended mission, the spacecraft is expected to head farther into the Kuiper Belt to examine more icy, mini-worlds. Download the Libraries’ Guide to Solar System Exploration: The New Horizons Mission at the Pluto System<http://www.lpi.usra.edu/education/look_up> for programming resources. Find online resources for hosting a night sky viewing in partnership with a local amateur astronomy club<http://nightsky.jpl.nasa.gov/clubs-and-events.cfm>, as well as information about exploring the solar system and the New Horizons mission to the Pluto system. Connect with social media and STEM events around the nation using NASA’s Pluto Toolkit<https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/planets/plutotoolkit.cfm>. Make your own “planets” out of modeling clay, Styrofoam™ balls, and other common materials, and invite children to plan a mission to explore these “new worlds” using paper towel tube “telescopes.” Find a complete materials list, supporting resources, and facilitation strategies with the Explore! activity planning guide, Strange New Planet<http://www.lpi.usra.edu/explore/beyondEarth/activities/newPlanet.shtml>. Are you planning to host a Pluto/New Horizons event? Have you hosted a NASA mission milestone event in the past? We’d love to hear which resources you used and what other types resources you would like to see! Join the conversation at http://www.lpi.usra.edu/education/explore/community_corner/?story_id=127!

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Free Furniture
by Maria Williams 16 Jun '15

16 Jun '15

Dear Michlib- The Baldwin Public Library is happy to offer the following items on a first come, first served basis: - Desk with three hanging file drawers and two shallow drawers (70" long x 30" wide x 28" tall) - Large, floor-standing metal tax (or other) form holder If you would like either (or both!) of these items, or if you have questions about them, please contact me off-list. Warmly, Maria Maria Williams, MLIS Head of Adult Services Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 554-4651 http://www.baldwinlib.org

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