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FW: National Drug Facts Week (Marijuana information)--Please share
by Lisa Waskin 28 Jan '15

28 Jan '15

From: United Way of the Eastern Upper Peninsula [mailto:tracey@unitedwayeup.org] Sent: Wednesday, January 28, 2015 1:03 PM To: United Way of the Eastern Upper Peninsula Subject: FW: National Drug Facts Week (Marijuana information)--Please share From: Ludtke, Mary (DCH) [mailto:ludtkem@michigan.gov] Sent: Wednesday, January 28, 2015 12:48 PM To: Ludtke, Mary (DCH) Subject: National Drug Facts Week (Marijuana information)--Please share Email sent on behalf of MDCH It's National Drug Facts Week! With 15.2 million users, marijuana has become increasingly popular among Americans, with many believing it to be less harmful than it actually is. Today's infographic highlights areas of the brain affected and impaired by marijuana use, especially the long-term problems it can cause on a teen's developing brain. Please share with your network.thanks, Mary

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Couch to 5K program - follow-up
by Marsh, Nyama 28 Jan '15

28 Jan '15

Hello Everyone, Thanks to those who send me messages. I received several responses from libraries that have done Couch to 5k programs. It appears some keep it simple by posting training schedules and organizing weekly runs, while other libraries bring in local experts for more in-depth or supervised training. A couple libraries provided their forms, which include waivers in case of injury (or in one case, death). One library appears to have their OWN 5k race, with registration, and a very nice website. Check out http://brooksvillelibrary5k.com/. Other libraries do the training leading up to a local race for which participants can choose to register. A couple libraries mentioned they did not have a specific race at the end of the training, which may have resulted in lower participation. Participants dropping out after a couple weeks was typical. I think of it as similar to book club, in that we need to run a new club for several months to get a core group that comes, with a few newbies each month. Perhaps providing the Couch to 5k training, 1 or 2 times a year, with specific local races as the end goal will help build recognition and participation. My next step is to contact local running shops to see how much they would charge to lead a program. I am not a runner (yet) to feel comfortable leading it. I have walked a couple half-marathons and my personal goal is to add in running to increase my speed. I could lead a group of walkers, but not runners. Our community has a 5k on May 16, which if I move quickly enough could be a useful end goal. A typical Couch to 5k plan is 9 weeks (http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/index.shtml) Moving backwards, that means we would need to start training March 21. That gives me a couple weeks to see if we can pull together a quick program and then PR it, or look for a race later in the year if we need more planning. A couple useful tidbits: 1. Our first session began in January. We practiced indoors - inside the corridors of the local high school. We had two local races to choose from… It was so much fun. We started up the second session, practicing outside. We began and ended at the library. About 6 of us from the library were involved so access wasn't a problem. 2. Hiccups - not as much participation as we thought. We have about 20 people participating . . . not all at the same time. But I believe that this is something that will build. We offer support, training, gear (from local sporting store) for $60. Anything leftover goes to a local charity (the High School Interact Club). We are going to reduce the initial fee to only cover the track and training, then the gear will be separate. See if that's a better draw. 3. Yes! I did one of these last spring that was moderately successful, and then I tried one in the fall that was less successful. The spring one was initially attended by 10 people but then dropped down to about 4 by the end of it, and the fall one started out with 5 but then a few people stopped coming so I cancelled it partway through. 4. There are typically 3 runs scheduled each week, and the group members were on their own for the 2 during the week but then we all met on Saturday mornings at 8am to do the third run as a group. It was easy to use an app on my phone to guide everyone through the different intervals. 5. Each Saturday run was paired with either me giving a short presentation on some aspect of running that I knew about, but ideally I was able to bring in a presenter to discuss what it's like to run a marathon, yoga for runners, or some other topic related to running. 6. The biggest hiccup that I ran into is that people would register, come to the first and/or second run, and then just drop off the map and stop coming. Everyone thought it was a great idea and supported the program, but when it came time to put in the work there were only a few dedicated enough to do so. Some of that could have been due to scheduling difficulties, but it's always tough to find a time that works for everyone. 7. Ideally I did want to have it lead up to a 5k in the community, but scheduling never worked out for that. That would also help with attendance -- if folks register for the race right away, then it's a little more motivating to do the weekly runs. 8. I participated in a program through our rec department last summer and just wanted to share with you that one of the participants in the program had a fatal heart attack during our last run. He had a history of heart disease and knew the risks, but it was still quite a shock. Mainly, I just want to remind you to have all the participants sign a hold harmless agreement before starting the class. Planning questions: 1. Will there be more than one coach? 2. How do they handle walkers from runners? 3. Is there an expectation of participants? 4. Does the guru have a preference if there are 10 vs 50? 5. You'll have all people? Ages? Health risks? Only those 18 and older unless accompanied by an adult (not a drop off for daycare) 6. What's the cost per participant? 7. Is there a kick off where the participants can ask questions? 8. Where is the training held? Are there restrooms available and hydration (water) available afterwards? 9. How many weeks? Avg 9-10 weeks is safe and good? 10. Do participants get a "team" shirt or jacket for signing up? 11. What is the race swag or goal swag? 12. Is the local or goal 5K included in cost of the program? Have a wonderful day, Nyama Nyama Y. Marsh Library Director n.marsh(a)wfblibrary.org<mailto:n.marsh@wfblibrary.org> 414-755-6551 (direct line) Whitefish Bay Public Library 5420 North Marlborough Drive Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 414-964-4380 (main line) 414-964-5733 (fax) "There are many ways to enlarge your child's world. Love of books is the best of all." ~Jacqueline Kennedy “Leaders don’t force people to follow – they invite them on a journey.” ~ Charles Lauer

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Building Stories: A Creative Writing Contest
by Alison M. Greenlee 28 Jan '15

28 Jan '15

Dear Colleagues, The Henry Ford is pleased to kick off its Third Annual *Building Stories: A Creative Writing Contest*. Students in grades 3-12 from across the United States are invited to create a story that celebrates the life and times of Thomas Edison, one of America’s greatest innovators. The Henry Ford provides foundational materials, primary sources from our collections, to set the backdrop for a creative story of historical fiction. We encourage you to introduce this contest to your library patrons. The deadline for submissions is *March 15, 2015*. Students can win great prizes, including the publication of the grand prize winner’s story on The Henry Ford’s website, as well as 10 printed copies. You can find the official rules and contest details at thehenryford.org/BuildingStories <http://www.thehenryford.org/education/buildingstories.aspx>. Best regards, Alison Greenlee -- *Alison M. Greenlee* Librarian *P: *313.982.6100 ext 2509 *E: *alisong(a)thehenryford.org www.thehenryford.org ................................................. *The Henry Ford* 20900 Oakwood Boulevard Dearborn, MI 48124 Gain Perspective. Get Inspired.* Make History.*

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Financial Literacy Resource for Youth to be Distributed to Public Libraries by MI Department of Treasury
by White, Shannon (MDE) 28 Jan '15

28 Jan '15

If you are looking for additional resources to help school aged children learn about financial literacy take a look at the program below provided by the Michigan Department of Treasury. The Michigan Department of Treasury's Student Financial Services Bureau will be distributing a free educational video game and classroom curriculum called Financial Football to all public libraries in the state. The department hopes to have these delivered to libraries by the end of next week. The program has previously been only distributed to public schools but will now include public libraries as well as Boys & Girls Clubs. For more information on the program, please read below. On Wednesday February 4, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at the NFL YET Boys & Girls Club in Detroit, Lions tight end Eric Ebron will join Michigan Treasurer Kevin Clinton, the Michigan Jump$tart Coalition and Visa Inc. in the Wolverine State to tackle head on the issue of financial literacy improvement among Michigan's youth. They will announce an expansion of the statewide effort to improve the money management skills of high school and middle school students with Financial Football, a free educational video game and classroom curriculum developed by Visa Inc. The game, already distributed by the Treasurer's office to every public middle school and high school in Michigan will now, for the first time in any state, be distributed by the Student Financial Services Bureau within the Michigan Department of Treasury, to every public library and Boys & Girls Club statewide. Jump$tart and Visa are working with the state treasurer to share the financial information and skills with students. The link to the game, which can be played online is, http://michigan.financialfootball.com/games/trainingcamp/ff/ For more information please visit the Michigan Department of Treasury at http://www.michigan.gov/treasury ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shannon D. White Continuing Education Coordinator 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 Periodicals Giveaway
by Sarah Brooks 28 Jan '15

28 Jan '15

The Flint Public Library is weeding its bound periodicals. We will be posting lists from time to time over the next few months. See list of available titles below. Free to any Michigan library and shipped via RIDES as capacity allows, so they might come over a period of a few weeks. If interested, please respond to me off-list within two weeks from the date of this email. Title Run American Spirt 2001-2007 Air & Space 1991-2005 America 1958-2008 American Builder 1956-1969 American Chemical Society 1940-1941 New Edition American Cinematographer 1970-1997 American Demographics 1989-2004 American Film 1981-1988 American Health 1991-1999 American Heritage 1954-2000 American Home 1965-1974 American Journal of Public 1983-2003 Health Applied Science and 1958-1989 Technology Index Art Index 1929-2000 Biography Index 1946-2008 Business Periodicals Index 1958-2001 Contemporary Author v. 1 - v. 222 Education Index 1955-2001 Family Chronicle 1998-2004 Family Tree Magazine 2001-2004 Heritage Quest 1986-2005 Humanities Index 1974-2003 Industrial Arts Index 1918-1954 Music Index 1949-1989 New York Times Index 1899-2009 Popular Music Periodicals 1973-1976 Index Social Sciences Index 1964-2001 Wall Street Journal Index 1984-1998 _____________________________________ Sarah R. Brooks Lead Librarian, Periodicals, Interlibrary Loan, and Electronic Resources Flint Public Library 1026 E. Kearsley Street Flint, MI 48503

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Food & Drinks Policy
by Pamela Withrow 28 Jan '15

28 Jan '15

Hello, We are considering a change in our current policy regarding food and drinks in the library. If you would share your policy and/or your thoughts, I would appreciate it very much. Thank you, Pamela Withrow Director Forsyth Township Public Library 184 W. Flint St. PO Box 1328 Gwinn, MI 49841 906-346-3433

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Message from Secretary of State for Library Patrons
by Simlar, Cathleen (MDOS) 28 Jan '15

28 Jan '15

Hello, library partners! If possible, please share the following message with your patrons via newsletters, social media or on your website. I've also attached an image you can use to accompany the message. As always, thanks for your help and support. Renew License Plate Tabs at Your Local Library Public library computing stations provide easy access to SOS online services Have you tried the online, no-wait Secretary of State at ExpressSOS.com? With its Print & Go technology, you can renew license plate tabs in minutes and print a receipt as proof of registration until your tabs arrive. You can also go online to renew or replace a driver's license, change your address, replace a vehicle registration or title, renew watercraft registrations and join the organ donor registry. Save time and go online!

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Catalog cards go to Ypsilanti
by Dryden Library 27 Jan '15

27 Jan '15

Thanks for the quick response. Dryden Township Library Phone (810)796-3586 drydentownshiplibrary(a)hotmail.com

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Catalog cards
by Dryden Library 27 Jan '15

27 Jan '15

Spring cleaning! We found two boxes of unused catalog cards. One box is salmon colored, others are manila. FREE to whomever responds. Susie Sandula Dryden Township Library Phone (810)796-3586 drydentownshiplibrary(a)hotmail.com

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VHS and DVD cases are taken
by Dryden Library 27 Jan '15

27 Jan '15

The VHS cases are going out to Ashley PL zv015, and the DVD cases go to Otsego District PL zv253. Thank you for responding! They'll go out in delivery. Susie Sandula Dryden Township Library Phone (810)796-3586 drydentownshiplibrary(a)hotmail.com

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