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MAP News YOU Can Use
by Jim Flury 09 Sep '14

09 Sep '14

All, I thought I'd share some happy MAP thoughts with you on this beautiful late summer Michigan Tuesday. Sonny would say the weather is brunny (breezy and sunny). 1. We are a bit more than three months into MAP Year 2. And we are close, very close, to having circulated 75% of the total number of MAP passes in these first three months of MAP Year 2, that we circulated in 12 months of MAP Year 1. And per Brigette's statistics, we've had MAP checkouts in counties this year, that did not see a checkout last year. Of course usage of the program has slowed somewhat with the start of school. But families are still looking for things to do on the weekends, and retirees are still looking for things to do during the week (and on the weekends). Being as that is the case, why not take the opportunity to continue to promote MAP? Crowds are down, but this just means more and better opportunities for patrons to take their time and really experience their favorite MAP attraction. Check out the newest photo on the MAP Facebook page, taken by our official MAP photographer (hint, it isn't me, as I would not be able to fold myself in half in order to fit in the cockpit) of one of the historic planes at the Yankee Air Museum, as proof of how up close and personal your MAP patrons can get with their favorite, less crowded, venue at this time of year. 2. A new library will be joining the MAP program on October 1. Harrison Township Public Library passed a millage in August, and among other things this means their patrons will be able to avail themselves of all the benefits the MAP program has to offer. Welcome HTPL! 3. Thanks to Brigette's social media skills the MAP Facebook page now has in excess of 200 "likes." Did you know that your MAP patrons can now "like" MAP from the MAP homepage? http://michiganactivitypass.info And we have nearly 60 Twitter followers, too. Again, see the MAP homepage. 4. TLN has received an invite to speak about MAP at the 2015 Michigan Museums Association conference in Ann Arbor. We look forward to sharing news about MAP with our museum partners. I asked the Executive Director of the Michigan Museums Association, with whom we have worked closely during MAP Year 2, if her members had any reaction to MAP. Here is what she had to say: "I do know that the first time I put it (MAP) in the newsletter two of my board members told me they signed up. Any time I mention it people are wildly enthusiastic." Museums are wildly enthusiastic about MAP! This means libraries can be even more enthusiastic! Wildly enthusiastic is tough to beat, but I think you can do it. Come up with an adverb that beats wildly, and let's deploy that adverb when it comes to our enthusiasm level for MAP. It speaks very well on your behalf that our museum partners, which you will recall receive absolutely NO financial compensation to offset their losses at the gate as a result of their participation in MAP (many of the library museum pass programs in existence around the country DO compensate the museums, usually via the library friends groups, for their losses), are wildly enthusiastic. We can't offer financial compensation so we don't offer financial compensation, and yet we have 112 MAP partners this year (vs 62 last year). And at least some of our 112 MAP partners are "wildly enthusiastic." MAP has a total of 637 participating library buildings (soon to be 638 with the addition of Harrison Township Public Library), so simple mathematics dictates that libraries (and librarians) ought to be nearly six times as enthusiastic about MAP as our 112 museum partners are. All kidding aside, you've done great work with MAP. Not long ago a librarian at the Bedford Branch Library, Monroe County Library System, sent me a photograph of a display they put together to promote MAP. It was fantastic. I even recognized one of the books that was included in the display case as a title that was written many years ago by a librarian who is still active in our area. I sent her the photograph of the display, and we both agreed that probably means we've been doing this for too long. Onward and upward. 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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Thank you slips
by nussk＠libcoop.net 09 Sep '14

09 Sep '14

Hi everyone, This may be a silly question to those of you who have been handling MEL in your libraries for a long time but I am fairly new at it. I like the "Thank you very much" slips with smiley faces included in the return books. They include the library's address on them. Is there a place to go for a template on those or am I to just create my own? I ask because they seem to be uniform with just the library's address changed as applies to the returning library. I appreciate the information in advance. Kathy Nuss Collection Assistant Center Line Public Library

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Registrations are still open: October 3 TLN Technology Forum
by Angie Michelini 09 Sep '14

09 Sep '14

The Library Network invites you to attend our 2014 Technology Forum Date : Friday, October 3, 2014 Time : 9am-3:30pm Where : Bloomfield Township Public Library, 1099 Lone Pine Road, Bloomfield Hills Registration Fee : $30 All library staff in the State of Michigan are encouraged and welcome to attend. Keynote: Technology That Attracts Attention Technology attracts our attention in different ways. First, it’s cool. So we will look at some of the cool new technologies that are out there, and how libraries are or could be using them. But in addition to that, technology is used to attract the attention of our patrons. “Patron engagement” is a buzz word in the library world that means that we are striving to interact with our patrons in a variety of ways, to get them engaged with the resources and services that our library offers. So we will also look at ways to reach out to your patrons using technology so that the library remains as a prominent resource for your community. Speaker: Karen Knox, Director, Orion Township Public Library Karen C. Knox is the Director of the Orion Township Public Library (OTPL) in Lake Orion, Michigan. After working for twelve years in library technology, she has been enjoying the challenges of administration since 2012. Her technology and management background provides her with the tools to help grow OTPL and lead them into the years ahead. Most of all, she enjoys helping people use technology and library services to improve their lives. She is the author of Implementing Technology Solutions in Libraries (2011). She has a BS in Computer Science from the University of Michigan and a MLIS from the University of Texas at Austin. Breakout Sessions Hidden Disabilities, Helpful Technology: Improving Library Accessibility Vanessa Morris, Regional Librarian/Director, Wayne County Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped In this session, you’ll learn what products are available to make your library accessible to users regardless of vision impairments or other hidden disabilities. You’ll also familiarize yourself with accessible software that’s already built-in to your library’s computers. Hidden disabilities are everywhere. Find out how to make your library's technology accessible to everyone. Responsive Web Design for Libraries Matthew Reidsma, Web Services Librarian at Grand Valley State University, Allendale, Michigan Today's library patrons are browsing the Web on a variety of devices including tablets, e-readers, mobile phones, and desktops. Who knows what devices they will be using next year? Responsive Web Design enables your library's website to automatically adapt to whatever device your users have. Learn how to design with fluid grids, flexible media, and CSS media queries to deliver an optimal experience for all of your library patrons. Design one website to fit all devices. Meeting the PCI Challenge Dan Gregory, Pre-Sales Director, Creative Breatkthroughs, Inc. Complying with PCI is a necessary step in safely accepting credit cards. Don’t let anyone tell you that PCI Compliance is not important. The following topics will be discussed in relation to how PCI affects your organization: Challenges of PCI Compliance. Importance of Being PCI Compliant. PCI Data Security Standard. Best Practices. Benefits of Server Virtualization Rodney Mach, Hiperlogic Rodney will discuss the benefits of virtualization including reduced cost, improved service time, and simplified disaster recovery. He will also cover some common mistakes to avoid when implementing a virtual environment, and provide a roadmap on how to go from a physical environment to a virtual environment. Tech Talk: Challenges & Solutions A panel of library technology managers discusses current challenges and describes the approaches and solutions they are implementing in their libraries. Registration Forum check-in begins at 9 AM with the keynote speaker beginning at 9:30 AM . Continental breakfast , lunch and afternoon snack will be provided. This year we are offering sandwich choices. Sandwiches will be provided by Lafayette Market. Registration fee is $30 per person . We are offering two methods of payment for online registration. You can either pay with a check or credit card (via PayPal) Checks can be made payable to The Library Network and either mailed or sent through the TLN delivery route to Delivery Code: TLN #49 (for TLN member libraries), Attention: Jeri Lobb. Please be sure to include the printed registration form(s) with your check. One registration form per person. Registration Choices As part of the registration process we are asking you to choose your sandwich and to prioritize the breakout sessions. Please assign 1 number per session choice from 1 through 4. There will be 2 breakout sessions in the morning and 2 in the afternoon. A complete program will be provided in late September. Online registration is located on the TLN website under the category, TLN Events (in the center of the home page) or this link: http://tln.lib.mi.us/forumevent/ Registration deadline is September 19, 2014 . Please direct any questions to Angie Michelini, 248.536.3100 x144 or amichelini(a)tln.lib.mi.us . We look forward to receiving your registration and having you join us on October 3. Thank you, Angie Michelini Technology Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court, Novi, MI 48375 Office: 248.536.3100 x144

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Letters about Literature program announcement
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 09 Sep '14

09 Sep '14

The Library of Michigan is announcing the 2015 Letters about Literature<http://www.read.gov/letters/> program. We are the Michigan host for this national program from the Library of Congress. It is reading-writing contest that invites readers in grades 4 through 12 to write letters to authors of books that have changed their lives. This program gives students the opportunity to reflect deeply on a book. As readers, they come to understand how literature is more than assignment, but also a life changing experience. Children and teens can participate on their own or as part of a library or class project. We have posted an explanatory letter and a sample entry form at www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices/<http://www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices/>. The 2015 letters will be due in two waves. Level III entries (grades (9-12) have a deadline of December 15, 2014 and Level I and II entries (grades 4-6 and 7-8) have a deadline of January 15, 2015. The state and national winners will be announced in May 2015. You can find more information about the national program at www.read.gov/letters/<http://www.read.gov/letters/> and the Michigan program at www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices<http://www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices>. Please find the 2015 letter and entry form at the direct links below. Program Letter - http://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/lm_LAL_2015_promo_lette… Program Guidelines and Entry Form - http://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/lm_LAL_2015_Guidelines_… If you have any questions about the program, please contact me. We look forward to reading your student and patron letters! 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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Art at Your Feet (Blissfield, MI)
by Bob Barringer 09 Sep '14

09 Sep '14

Please display the attached poster if you can. Thanks, Bob The Schultz-Holmes Memorial Library Contact Information: Bob Barringer Schultz-Holmes Memorial Library 407 South Lane St. Blissfield, MI 49228 barringer(a)blissfieldlibrary.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 09/05/2014 Art at Your Feet Hits Blissfield Street BLISSFIELD, MI –- For the sixth consecutive year, the public street art event, Art at Your Feet, takes over South Lane Street in Blissfield on Saturday, September 13, 2014, turning Blissfield’s central business district into an art gallery. The event, sponsored by Blissfield Manufacturing Company begins at 9 am when event presenter, the Schultz-Holmes Memorial Library, begins assigning 5’ x 5’ street canvas squares and passing out chalk pastels to artists of all ages and abilities. The event will run until 4 pm on Saturday, with the first block of South Lane Street closed for the event from 5pm the night before. Vendors will line the sidewalks selling a variety of art and craft items, including greeting cards, hand-painted light bulbs, photography, re-purposed furniture, oil, acrylic, and watercolor paintings, crocheted items, handmade scarves and jewelry, tote bags, and henna tattoos. Local businesses will offer special promotions and activities. Blissfield Coney Island will offer breakfast specials, Found Treasures, a clock raffle, and Blissful Living, a group of artists creating on-site. Businesses are slashing prices up and down Lane Street with dealers at the Blissfield Antique Mall offering discounts between 20% and 30%, Michigan Extreme Outdoors offering 15% discounts, both Royal Expressions and Squishy Tushy offering in-store specials, and Cakes ‘n Shakes offering a special Rainbow Sundae at 50 cents off the regular price all day. A couple of the special sundaes from Cakes ‘n Shakes also will be among the items offered in prize drawings throughout the day. All event goers can enter prize drawings at the red registration tent in front of the downtown mini-park, but winners must be present to claim prizes. Prizes include gift certificates from Blissfield Coney Island, Liv’s Diner, Michigan Extreme Outdoors, Victorian Garden, and Decades, plus an eight-ounce candle from Repeats, a Bona Floor Cleaning System from Eric Slusher Flooring, and a special gift from Royal Expressions. Everyone will find the artists fun to watch, and the event will include a special art area and other free activities for kids, including free face painting at Bailey Family Chiropractic and a pumpkin-shaped inflatable amusement called the Typhoon at Repeats. Art at Your Feet will conclude with cash prizes of $50, $30, and $20 awarded to the three chalk artists who are the top vote getters in the People’s Choice contest. WLEN-FM 103.9 will broadcast from Art at Your Feet between 8:30 am and noon. Anyone needing more information should call the Schultz-Holmes Memorial Library at 517-486-2858, email artatyourfeet2014(a)blissfieldlibrary.org, or find Art at Your Feet on Facebook. ### Bob Barringer, PhD Director 407 S. Lane St. Blissfield, MI 49228 517-486-2858 517-486-3565 (fax) www.blissfieldlibrary.org

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Library-related Webinars for September
by White, Shannon (MDE) 09 Sep '14

09 Sep '14

This is a reminder that the list of September library related webinars is available on the Library of Michigan website. Each month you can find the document attached and on our CE page www.michigan.gov/libraryce<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryce>. September highlights include: * Is Your Program Ready and Safe for Emergencies? Before, During and After the Unimaginable Happens- Sept. 10 (2-3 pm) * Tech Tools with Tine: 1 Hour of Twitter- Sept. 12 (11-12 pm) * Stats Don't Lie: Small Libraries Make Big Impacts- Sept. 12 (11-12 pm) * The MeLCat Overdue Process- Sept. 23 (3-4 pm) Don't forget, most of these are recorded. If there is one you missed check the presenting organizations site for an archived version. If you have questions about a particular webinar, please contact the organization that is providing the information. There are links to all the organizations along with the listings. Be sure to note the location of the organization to make certain you are checking for the correct time zone. The items listed in the document are all in Eastern but when you visit an organizations site they may only list their local time. Let us know if you have questions! Shannon ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 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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Photo Accounts...
by G Nartker 09 Sep '14

09 Sep '14

Does anyone have a suggestion concerning what program to use to post photos on a website? We currently have a Flckr account, but I am not totally satisfied with it. We will only be posting pictures, no captions etc. Does anyone use Instagram for such postings? Thanks in advance for any thoughts / advice on this matter! Gail Nartker, Director Sandusky District Library http://sandusky.lib.mi.us

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PLEASE SHARE: Article and flyer on upcoming voter registration deadline
by Simlar, Cathleen (MDOS) 08 Sep '14

08 Sep '14

As part of our partnership with libraries, I am hoping you can share the following communication with your patrons on the upcoming October 6 voter registration deadline for the November election. * (Attached) Brief text for use in library newsletters, websites, Facebook, etc. * (Attached) Flyer for displaying in libraries until October 6 Any help you can provide will be greatly appreciated! As always, thanks so much for your support! With much gratitude, Cathleen P. Simlar Communications Specialist, Executive Office Michigan Department of State Office: (517) 373-9080 Cell: (248) 761-7145 Email: Simlarc(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Simlarc@michigan.gov> Join My Professional network on LinkedIn<blocked::http://www.linkedin.com/pub/cathleen-simlar/18/798/235> [Description: Description: Description: SOS logo small] <http://www.michigan.gov/sos> STAY CONNECTED: [Description: Description: Description: Facebook logo]<http://www.facebook.com/MichiganSoS> [Description: Description: Description: Twitter logo] <https://twitter.com/michsos> [Description: Description: Description: YouTube logo] <http://www.youtube.com/michsosoffice> [Description: Description: Description: GovDelivery logo] <https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MISOS/subscriber/new>

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Sorry I sent a bad link - Here is the BookBook Link
by Christine Hage 08 Sep '14

08 Sep '14

m.youtube.com/watch?v=MOXQo7nURs0 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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Enjoy the BookBook!
by Christine Hage 08 Sep '14

08 Sep '14

https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?tab=Cm#inbox/14846618040e5f87?projector=1 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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