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Come alter some books! Win fame! The admiration of all!
by Malcolm McBryde 04 Jun '15

04 Jun '15

Fellow librarians : Here's your chance to rip up a book for fun and art (you know you always wanted to). The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts is celebrating its "Adaptation: Transferring Books into Art" show, opening June 6, with an invitation to librarians to form teams to alter (rip up, rebuild, reconfigure, reconstitute) books into artworks. The event is July 10; details are in the attached flyer. Please pass this along to other librarians you know/work with. Hope to see you there! Malcolm McBryde Kalamazoo Valley Community College/KIA Meader Fine Arts Library

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MAP: It's Going to Be a GREAT Year! And, Under the Radar RAFFLE!
by Jim Flury 04 Jun '15

04 Jun '15

All, As you might have heard or read :) the third year of the all-online, statewide Michigan Activity Pass program went live on May 24. As we head into the second weekend of hugely expanded, DNR inclusive, Park and Read merged, MAP, I am extremely pleased to share the news that in the 11 full days since go-live, you've circulated nearly 15% of the TOTAL number of passes that were checked out ALL of last year! And you haven't seen anything yet, in terms of usage. Just wait until all schools are out of session, and July/August family vacation season kicks into high gear. We are working out the details of how best to share MAP circulation stats with libraries, and we will have more information concerning that very soon. Other MAP details and library-related fun: 1. Many of you have liked the MAP Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pages/Michigan-Activity-Pass-MAP/510259192344845 Do you have a news article to share about your library, or about a MAP partner venue in your community? Please send me the link to said article, in order that we may feature it on the MAP Facebook page. 2. Remember, MAP is your EXCLUSIVE, online-only source for DNR fun at state parks, state forest campgrounds, state recreation areas, and state historic sites at http://michiganactivitypass.com All passes for the 230+ DNR sites, and the 150+ other cultural partners, are conveniently available for your patrons to print from the MAP website. This also translates into less work for library staff, in that you needn't be concerned with lost or stolen passes, or having to request additional passes, etc. As a result of the great support from our cultural partners and sponsors, Michigan's public library patrons have access to a total of nearly 259,000 passes (I believe the actual number is 258,802) in the Michigan Activity Pass program! Gee, just think, if we were to assign an across the board value of $5.00 per pass, that means Michigan's public libraries are providing a total of $1,294,010 of value in just MAP passes alone! 259,000 passes, or more precisely 258,802, is a lot of pass records, which means a big MAP database, too. I say that on account in any database of that size, there are bound to be errors. We, and you, have already identified a few such glitches. We have corrected all of the issues in the MAP database that have been brought to our attention. But that isn't to say there aren't a few others lurking about. Should you or your patrons find something in the MAP database that just doesn't look right, please let me know, in order that we may correct same. 3. Finally, in the library fun category: Many of you, and your patrons, are familiar with the extremely popular Under the Radar Michigan show on PBS television https://www.facebook.com/UTRMichigan Numerous libraries took advantage of the TLN initiated discount for a bulk order of the UTR book and dvd's. During the course of said order process, a number of libraries asked me about the possibility of having Tom and Jim of UTR fame come to their library to do a program. Along those lines, can you say RAFFLE??? I am pleased to report that the UTR duo have very generously volunteered to present their program at a total of SIX Michigan public libraries, one library each quarter for the next six quarters, beginning in September, 2015! Isn't that great? And don't just take my word for it. Here's what the director of a TLN library had to say regarding a recent UTR program at their library: "We hosted the Under the Radar guys and it was fabulous. Tom Daldin and Jim Edelman from UTR accomplished something that doesn't happen often: they made us laugh over and over * and * reminded us how great Michiganders are. UTR isn't about "the best of the best" it's about the unique towns, festivals and travel opportunities there are in our state. It really boils down to the people behind these destinations. The coolest thing is that Tom and Jim are a Michigan success story themselves. They both found themselves out of work during the recession. They knew each other as fellow media professionals, so they put their heads together and started pitching ideas to PBS. Their book sales were brisk (we're hoping there can be a group discounted buy, maybe, for public libraries in Michigan?). At least four of our guests (full-house) said it was the best program they'd ever attended! Don't you want to have them, too?" Well, don't you??? And thanks to the generosity of Tom and Jim, you might! Look for details regarding our UTR RAFFLE, very soon. Don't forget to send us those news articles about your libraries and MAP cultural partners, for inclusion on the MAP Facebook page. Thank you for your promotion and support of the Michigan Activity Pass program, and start thinking about how YOUR library might promote an Under the Radar program in the future. 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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Mahoney Workshop - Collaboration and Student Achievement - Nov. 11th
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 04 Jun '15

04 Jun '15

Mark your calendars for the 2015 Mahoney Workshop on Collaboration and Student Achievement: How School, Public and Academic Libraries Are Working Together. This year, the Library of Michigan is collaborating with the Cooperative Directors Association, MAME, and MCLS to bring together staff from libraries of all types to discuss and investigate how we can work together to support patrons across the ages and organizations. The program will be held on November 11 as a pre-conference to the MAME Annual Conference in Bay City. A primary focus will be on ways the Michigan library community can support school librarians and media specialists as they work to inform district and building administrators, legislators, and parents about the importance of school libraries and trained staff to keep them open. We will also look at partnerships that are making an educational difference for K12 students. We will be hearing from keynote speakers Allison Barney from Nashville Public Libraries and Rhonda Huisman from Wichita State University as well as public, academic and school librarians and school administrators from around the state. Plan now to join for this important and informative conference. Registration information will be coming soon! 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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Fw: Exploring the Islands of the Great Lakes with author Loreen Niewenhuis at the Warren Civic Center Library on July 9th
by Jennifer Lund 03 Jun '15

03 Jun '15

________________________________ From: Jennifer Lund Sent: Wednesday, June 3, 2015 4:47 PM To: michlib-1(a)mcls.org Subject: Exploring the Islands of the Great Lakes with author Loreen Niewenhuis at the Warren Civic Center Library on July 9th First Loreen Niewenhuis walked and kayaked 1,000 miles around Lake Michigan and wrote a book about it. Her next journey took her 1,000 miles along the shorelines of all five Great Lakes and she wrote about that. Her latest 1,000 mile trek took her on a journey from the beautiful and serene wilderness of Island Royale to the bustling metropolis of Montreal Island and many of the islands in between and, you guessed it, she wrote about that trip too! Loreen Niewenhuis will be with us on Thursday, July 9th. She will be telling of her adventures and showing spectacular photos and videos. Books will be available for purchase and signing. I am attaching our flyer for the event in case you'd like to print some for your patrons. Everyone is welcome. If you have any questions, please let me know. Thank you very much. Jennifer Lund Warren Public Library - Civic Center Branch One City Square, Suite 100 Warren, MI 48093-2396 (586) 751-0770

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Part-time Professional Position Available at the Shiawassee District Library
by Margaret Bentley 03 Jun '15

03 Jun '15

POSITION(S) OPEN Professional, Part Time (Adult Services) 50 weeks11 hours/weekProfessional (BA) $14.78 to $15.33 Parapro (Assoc) $12.91 to $13.31 Performs routine and complex professional Adult Services work including material selection for special collections, reader’s advisory services, research, other public service duties; performs limited administrative work; performs archival duties. Current hours are Mon 9:00 am – 1:00 pm, Tues 9:00 am- 12:00 pm, Wed 9:00 am- 1:00 pm. Must be able to work some evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays. Hours may change at the discretion of the employer. Position opens Jul 2, 2015.Application forms available at Shiawassee District Library, Owosso Branch, 502 W. Main St, Owosso.Application and resume due by Jul 18, 2015, NLT 5:00 pm to Margaret Bentley, Assistant Director or Steven Flayer, Director. Additional information, including a complete job description, may be found at http://www.sdl.lib.mi.us/employment.html -- Margaret Bentley Adult Services Librarian Shiawassee District Library--Owosso 502 W. Main Owosso, MI 48867 989-725-5134

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vinyl bags taken
by Stacy Pasche 03 Jun '15

03 Jun '15

The bags have been spoken for. Thanks! -- Stacy Pasche, Assistant Library Director

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Summer Reading resources at WebJunction
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 03 Jun '15

03 Jun '15

For those looking for additional Summer Reading resources for all age groups, WebJunction has a great Summer Reading site. http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/supercharge-summer-reading-with… 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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Teen Program Ideas for Summer Reading
by Adrianne Schinkai 03 Jun '15

03 Jun '15

Hello everyone! I am currently looking for recommendations for activity and summer reading ideas for young adults and teens. While I have almost everything else set up for the program at the Wayne Public Library, we could use some fun party and hands on activities. Any ideas would be welcome! Thanks in advance everyone! -- *Adrianne M. Schinkai* - (248) 331-7834 - amschinkai(a)gmail.com - amschinkaieportfolio.wordpress.com ---------------------------- *"Information is not knowledge."* *-Albert Einstein*

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Summer Reading press release from MDE
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 03 Jun '15

03 Jun '15

FYI for those who can use the press release. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> From: Martin Ackley [mailto:MDE@govsubscriptions.michigan.gov] Sent: Wednesday, June 03, 2015 3:29 PM To: Reish, Karren (MDE) Subject: Michigan Department of Education Press Release [Michigan Dept of Ed header] News Release Contact: Martin Ackley, Director of Public and Governmental Affairs, (517) 241-4395 Bill DiSessa, Spokesperson, (517) 335-6649 Libraries Bringing Heroes to Children and Teens Through 2015 Summer Reading Program June 3, 2015 LANSING -Children across Michigan can curl up in a favorite spot with a good book about literary and real-life heroes during the 2015 Summer Reading Program. This year's program encourages Michigan's children and teens to focus on heroes of fiction and nonfiction, such as police, firefighters, soldiers, leaders and historical figures. "I urge all students to participate in this fun, free, voluntary program that promotes personal reading to help maintain their academic growth and learning," State Superintendent Mike Flanagan said. "The program is in full swing with summer-long activities, events and celebrations related to this year's Heroes theme. Michigan's public libraries are gearing up for the Summer Reading Program with promotional events. The Library of Michigan, through its national Collaborative Summer Library Program<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> partnership, is sharing materials, artwork and programming ideas with public libraries. The effort allows each public library in the state to focus on working with children and teens to improve their reading ability and enjoyment of books. The 2015 program includes slogans based on the Heroes theme for children, teens and adults. The slogans are: "Every Hero Has a Story" (children); "Unmask!" (teens); and "Escape the Ordinary" (adults). "Through these activities, Michigan's public libraries encourage the children and families of our communities to read together," said Randy Riley, the State Librarian. "This effort helps builds interests and helps children maintain reading skills over the summer break and enter school ready to succeed in the fall." To see what programs are offered in your community, contact your local public library. To find the public library in your area, use the Interactive Library Directory at www.michigan.gov/librarydirectory<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. # # # The Library of Michigan - Michigan's official state library agency for more than 175 years - is part of the Michigan Department of Education. To learn more, visit www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…>. * 2015 Summer Reading Program Press Release.pdf<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> ________________________________ [Michigan Department of Education Logo] Questions? Contact Us<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> STAY CONNECTED: [Visit us on Facebook]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> [Visit us on Twitter]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> [Sign up for email updates]<http://links.govdelivery.com:80/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkP…> ________________________________ This email was sent to reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> using GovDelivery, on behalf of: Michigan Department of Education * 608 W. Allegan Street, P.O. Box 30008 * Lansing, MI 48909

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free vinyl bags
by Stacy Pasche 03 Jun '15

03 Jun '15

We have some never used hangUp brand kit bags free to a good home. They weren't stored so well, so they may need to have a few reference books on top of them for a few days to get the creases out. If you'd like, let me know and I'll box up an send via Rides. Many thanks! -- Stacy Pasche, Assistant Library Director

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