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Flash Fiction Writing Workshop at the Warren Civic Center
by fabak＠libcoop.net 07 Feb '15

07 Feb '15

Hello, Flash fiction is a very short form of writing—usually between 400-1000 words. The writer’s challenge is to tell a story in very few well-chosen words that will attract and intrigue the reader. Flash fiction is uniquely suited to internet posting. Author, instructor and writing consultant, Gloria Nixon-John, will present a workshop at the Warren Civic Center in this exciting form of writing on Saturday, March 28th from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. I am attaching our flyer for the event in case you would like to print some for your patrons. If you have any questions or need additional information, please let me know. Thank you. Kathy Faba Branch Librarian Warren Public Library

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DVD taken
by Galesburg Charleston Memorial District Library 07 Feb '15

07 Feb '15

The DVD is going to the Darcy Library in Beulah. Thank you for your interest! Helena Hayes, Director Galesburg Charleston Memorial District Library 188 E. Michigan Ave. Galesburg, MI 49053 269-665-7839 (phone) 269-665-7788 (fax)

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Free - "The UP Recalls the War" DVD
by Galesburg Charleston Memorial District Library 07 Feb '15

07 Feb '15

I have a new, unopened copy of the DVD, "The UP Recalls the War" - free to the first library who responds. Would prefer to send through RIDES, but will mail if you pay the postage. 😊 Helena Helena Hayes, Director Galesburg Charleston Memorial District Library 188 E. Michigan Ave. Galesburg, MI 49053 269-665-7839 (phone) 269-665-7788 (fax)

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toys
by pslater＠redfordlibrary.org 07 Feb '15

07 Feb '15

Hi- I know this has been spoken of before, but, I am beginning to feel really guilty having toys out for children to play with in our department. I spray them with Lysol constantly and wash them in diluted bleach as much as possible, which is not that often, I admit. Is there anything else anyone is doing? The kids love them and I don't want to take them away. I feel there must be a better solution; but, I am not finding it. Thanks!!

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Get involved in our altered-books show
by Malcolm McBryde 07 Feb '15

07 Feb '15

All: The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts is planning an altered-books exhibit for June (see attached flyer), and we invite you to get involved--by donating unneeded books (you'll need to be fairly near Kalamazoo to do that or be willing to ship them) and/or by attending the show. If you've got books to donate, email Michelle Stempien, curator for education at the KIA, at michelles(a)kiarts.org . Thanks! Malcolm McBryde -- Librarian The Mary & Edwin Meader Fine Arts Library Kalamazoo Institute of Arts 314 S. Park St. Kalamazoo, MI 49007 269-349-7775, ext. 3165 malcolmm(a)kiarts.org www.kiarts.org/page.php?menu_id=68

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Allied Media Conference // Radical Librarianship
by Benjamin Miller 06 Feb '15

06 Feb '15

Hello out there in Library Land, Some librarian friends of mine are putting together an incredible Radical Librarianship track for the 2015 Allied Media Conference, which is "a collaborative laboratory of media-based organizing strategies for transforming our world, held every Summer in Detroit." Think you might have something you want to contribute to what will probably be a very fun, exciting, and enlightening track? Think you might be interested in attending? Check out this description! Contact info is at the bottom. Also, here's a link to a website with this info too: https://www.alliedmedia.org/amc/radical-librarianship-track Radical Librarianship Libraries are not only collections of print and digital media, but also spaces for critical engagement with information, creative and collaborative work, and preservation of community memory. The Radical Librarianship Track invites participants to go beyond the traditional understanding of the function of libraries. We will explore the ways that libraries can provide innovative services which facilitate the development of ideas and practices for strong communities. Participants will develop strategies for effectively organizing information, media resources, and library spaces to be more accessible to their communities. The Radical Librarianship track seeks proposals for presentations, panel discussions, and hands-on workshops to be held at the Allied Media Conference on June 18-21, 2015 in Detroit. We are looking for presenters and facilitators who have developed innovative, progressive, and radical programs both inside and outside the traditional library setting We are especially interested in sessions that: * Challenge traditional library structures, institutions, and organizations. * Discuss tailoring library services to underserved populations. * Explore how libraries can serve as hubs for civic engagement. * Highlight how to provide services to a community without imposing outsider values and norms. * Discuss helping library users transform from consumer to creator. * Offer strategies for libraries sustaining communities in crisis. * Examine new ways libraries can support community education. * Engage participants in developing best practices for grassroots, alternative and DIY libraries or archives. * Connect with other Tracks, Practice Spaces, and Network Gatherings at AMC2015. Beyond the themes outlined above, if the idea of Radical Librarianship resonates with you, we want to hear about the work you're doing! Deadline for submissions: Tuesday, March 2nd, 2015 This track is coordinated by Andrea Perez, Westland Public Library; Katie Dover-Taylor, Westland Public Library; Rachel Thompson, Seraphine Collective To submit your proposal online, please fill out this form: https://www.alliedmedia.org/amc/propose-session Please help spread the word! In gratitude, Rachel Thompson, MSW Community Organizing & Mental Health Seraphine Collective (703) 625-9546 Ben Miller

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USCIS-IMLS Present Webinar for Public Librarians on Human Trafficking Prevention
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 06 Feb '15

06 Feb '15

FYI for those libraries that may be interested in this issue. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> From: IMLS News [mailto:imlsnews@imls.gov] Sent: Friday, February 06, 2015 1:16 PM Subject: USCIS-IMLS Present Webinar for Public Librarians on Human Trafficking Prevention To view this message in a browser, please click here<http://www.idevmail.net/message.aspx?d=73&m=2519&e=reishk@michigan.gov&r=15…>. [IMLS logo] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 6, 2015 IMLS Press Contact 202-653-4799 Giuliana Bullard, gbullard(a)imls.gov<mailto:gbullard@imls.gov> USCIS-IMLS Present Webinar for Public Librarians on Human Trafficking Prevention Washington, DC—As part of their partnership to provide resources for public librarians, the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will present a webinar on Human Trafficking Prevention and the Blue Campaign<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=1&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519> on February 23. Representatives from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Blue Campaign and USCIS will discuss the resources and tools available to help combat human trafficking that librarians can help distribute in their communities. Human trafficking occurs when criminals and criminal organizations lure victims into involuntary labor and commercial sex trafficking and then exploit them for pure profit. Even in its simplest form, human trafficking is a brutal crime that causes immense suffering and can end in the victim’s death. The Blue Campaign<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=2&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519> is a Department of Homeland Security unified anti-human trafficking campaign in which various components coordinate and unite efforts to raise awareness and combat human trafficking while providing victim assistance. Every year, DHS initiates hundreds of investigations, makes arrests, and uses the T and U visas to protect victims. USCIS officers work to adjudicate these visa cases that enable victims to stay in the United States. USCIS also educates the public and state and local law enforcement on how to identify victims of human trafficking and report the crime. Under the National Museum of African American History and Culture Act of 2003, IMLS is authorized to engage in cooperative efforts to promote the understanding of modern day practices of slavery throughout the world. Visit the Blue Campaign website<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=3&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519> to learn about how to identify victims<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=4&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519>, how you can join the fight<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=5&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519>, and how USCIS and DHS are already combatting this terrible crime<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=6&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519>. Webinar Title: Human Trafficking Prevention 101: An Overview for Public Libraries Date and Time: Monday, February 23, from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. EDT To register for this session, please follow the steps below: * Visit our registration page<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=7&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519> to confirm your participation * Enter your email address and select “Submit” * Select “Subscriber Preferences” * Select the“Event Registration” tab * Be sure to provide your full name and organization * Complete the questions and select “Submit” You must register by Friday, February 20, 2015. Once your registration is processed, you will receive a confirmation email with additional details. If you have any questions about the registration process, or if you do not receive a confirmation email within two business days, please email USCIS at Public.Engagement(a)uscis.dhs.gov<mailto:Public.Engagement@uscis.dhs.gov>. This series was developed as part of a partnership between IMLS and USCIS to ensure that librarians have the necessary tools and knowledge to refer their patrons to accurate and reliable sources of information on immigration-related topics. To find out more about this partnership and the webinar series, visit the Serving New Americans page<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=8&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519> of the IMLS website. Note to Media: This engagement is not for press purposes. Please contact the USCIS Press Office at (202) 272-1200 for any media inquiries. If you have questions regarding the engagement or other stakeholder matters, please email us at Public.Engagement(a)uscis.dhs.gov<mailto:Public.Engagement@uscis.dhs.gov>. For more information about USCIS and their programs, visit www.uscis.gov<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=9&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519> or follow them on Twitter (@uscis<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=10&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519>), YouTube (/uscis<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=11&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519>), Facebook (/uscis<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=12&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519>), and the USCIS blog The Beacon<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=13&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519>. 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=14&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519> and 35,000 museums<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=15&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519>. 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=16&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519> and follow us on Facebook<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=17&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519> and Twitter<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=18&d=73&mid=363882&m=2519>.

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Zentangle Program
by Mark Dunham 06 Feb '15

06 Feb '15

Marjorie Goosen has been doing Zentangle programs at our library for some time now, and they have been a resounding success. She can tailor the program to different age groups or whatever your needs might be, and she has been wonderful to work with. Her email is mldorr(a)usa.com.

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Michigan Academic Libraries Conference Poster Proposals Deadline Extended
by Elias, Anne - Staff <anneelias＠delta.edu> 06 Feb '15

06 Feb '15

Please excuse any cross posting: The deadline for submitting a poster proposal to the Michigan Library Association's Academic Libraries Conference 2015 has been extended to Monday, February 16th. If you have been considering submitting but were running afoul of Monday's deadline, now's your chance to get your proposal in! The original call for posters follows: Michigan Library Association Academic Libraries Conference: May 28-29, 2015 Bay City, Michigan Call for posters: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/12I40TA_VVR39Hrh44f-IqTDHx8QyKBzXzw7mfFzj6y… We're interested in thoughtful proposals on topics in every area of librarianship, from the front lines and from behind the scenes, addressing the range of issues of critical concern to academic libraries. Broad participation is encouraged from librarians, staff and administrators from all types of academic libraries (including but not limited to public universities, private colleges and community colleges). Proposals should include a description of no more than 300 words. Proposals will be evaluated on relevance to academic library profession, originality and creativity, and clarity/applicability of content and outcomes. Please submit your program proposal by February 16th, 2015. Any questions may be sent to Joshua Neds-Fox at jnf(a)wayne.edu<mailto:jnf@wayne.edu>. Anne Wooden Elias anneelias(a)delta.edu<mailto:anneelias@delta.edu> Government Documents/Reference Librarian Delta College University Center, MI (989) 686-9874

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test post
by Mark Szidik 06 Feb '15

06 Feb '15

please ignore --- Mark Szidik, CIO Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 1407 Rensen Street, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910-3657 Ph:800.530.9019 x117 Fax:517.492.3881 Ph:517.492.3817

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