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ILS Evaluation query
by Linda Rutherford 04 Jun '14

04 Jun '14

We are currently using Symphony and are part of the PALnet consortium. We are looking at other options for our future ILS since our contract with SirsiDynix is nearing its end. Thank you for the advice. Linda -- Linda Rutherford Mott Community College Library Coordinator-Technical Services 810-762-0402 linda.rutherford(a)mcc.edu

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job opportunity Library Director
by Suzanne Dees 04 Jun '14

04 Jun '14

Sent: Tuesday, June 03, 2014 8:47 PM To: Suzanne Dees Subject: Please pass on to appropriate lists Hi Suzanne, The Forsyth Township Library Board would like to send out the job posting via the cooperative list servs. Could you please pass it on? Forsyth Township Public Library is accepting applications for the following position: Library Director Full time: 40 hours per week, including rotating Saturdays Education or Experience Preferred: 4-year college degree and/or 5 years professional library experience Responsibilities include: Acts as liaison between library staff and library board, in charge of day-to-day library management, and plans and directs a balanced program of library services. The remainder of this job description is available upon request. Submit a resume and cover letter to: Forsyth Township Public Library Attention: Forsyth Twp. Library Board President Donna Adams 184 W. Flint St. PO Box 1328 Gwinn, MI 49841 -- Jessica Holman Library Director Forsyth Township Public Library 184 W Flint St Gwinn, MI 49841 (906) 346-3433 <tel:%28906%29%20346-3433>

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Summer Reading and BedTime Math Webinar
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 04 Jun '14

04 Jun '14

The Collaborative Summer Library Program is partnering with Bedtime Math to bring math to Summer Reading and storytime! Join us for a quick webinar overview of the BedTime Math program and how to integrate it into your Summer Reading program and your family literacy programs all year round. Go to the Library of Michigan Continuing Education registration page at http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/CourseByAlpha.asp to sign up for this free webinar. If you are interested, but can't attend, please sign up and we will email the webinar recording to all registrants after the event. BedTime's mission is simple: to help kids love math the way they love playtime or dessert. Libraries can become the go-to place for kids to enjoy hands-on math with each other, using Crazy 8s, Summer of Numbers, and more! Libraries can also help parents enjoy BedTime Math with their kids - helping them sign up for Bedtime Math, get the Bedtime Math calendar, and more. Bedtime Math is a nonprofit operating foundation, funded by charitable donations made by private donors and the proceeds of both Bedtime Math books. Date/Time: Wednesday, June 18 from 1:00 pm -2:00 pm Presenter: Diana Pecina from BedTime 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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Job Posting: Librarian: 6 month term position, Northern Michigan University
by Sarjeant, Bruce C 04 Jun '14

04 Jun '14

As a result of a sabbatical, the Lydia Olson Library at Northern Michigan University is seeking a librarian for a 6 month term position at the Assistant Professor level. In the Olson Library Public Services unit, the librarian gives direct assistance to users seeking information, instructions to patrons in the use of library resources, and helps facilitate access to information in a variety of formats. Qualifications include a master's degree from an ALA-accredited school or ALA-approved foreign equivalent, experience in a library setting, effective oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with faculty, students and colleagues. The closing date is June 14th, 2014. Link to posting and application instructions: https://employme.nmu.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?… Thank you. Bruce Sarjeant Reference, Documents & Maps Librarian Lydia M. Olson Library Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave Marquette, MI 49855 bsarjean(a)nmu.edu 906-227-1580

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Michigan Notable Book Author at Houghton Lake tonight
by Donna Alward 04 Jun '14

04 Jun '14

Library folks, booklovers, and people who appreciate history, Houghton Lake Public Library is delighted to host author Michael Schumacher (November's Fury: The Deadly Great Lakes Hurricane of 1913) as part of the Michigan Notable Book Author Tour 2014. If you happen to be in our area, please join us! Please share this information with anyone who might be interested. Schumacher's book is really interesting to read. Looking forward to his visit. Donna J. Alward, Library Director Houghton Lake Public Library 4431 W. Houghton Lake Dr. Houghton Lake, MI 48629 Phone: 989.366.9230 URL: www.hlpl.org

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FW: Kids InfoBits Trial Site
by BiggThomas, Deb (MDE) 03 Jun '14

03 Jun '14

Greetings! Kids InfoBits in MeL has been redesigned and has many new features and functionality. Below you will find a trial link to check out before we make the switch from the current Kids InfoBits to the new one on June 30th. Please do not bookmark the trial site for use past 6/30/14 as it will be deactivated; you can then use the new Kids InfoBits eResource via MeL. http://galesites.com/menu/lom_itke2014 Kind regards, Deb D. B. Thomas, MA AMLS MeL & Library Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-373-4466 [LMSigforEmail] Visit MeL at: http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> and on Facebook at: http://facebook.com/mel.org The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a new video series highlighting Michigan libraries and how they are making a difference in their communities. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ and watch the 21st Century Libraries episode.

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Program recommendation - Our Fires Still Burn
by Kelly Rembert 03 Jun '14

03 Jun '14

Hi Everyone, I wanted to pass along a program recommendation that we hosted recently that was well attended and a great program. It is Our Fires Still Burn: The Native American Experience, a one hour documentary by Audrey Geyer. Audrey comes to your library and after the documentary conducts a question and answer section. Audrey is based out of Brighton and can be contacted at: AudreyGeyer(a)aol.com or 810-772-9628. More about the film: This exciting and compelling one hour documentary invites viewers into the lives of contemporary Native American role models living in the Midwest. It dispels the myth that American Indians have disappeared from the American horizon, and reveals how they continue to persist, heal from the past, confront the challenges of today, keep their culture alive, and make great contributions to society. Their experiences will deeply touch both Natives and non-Natives and help build bridges of understanding, respect, and communication. The tragic history of Native Americans is considered by many to be our “American Holocaust.” This can be seen in the history of the Boarding School Era, during which time Native children were forcibly removed from their homes and placed into boarding schools. Interviewees explain how this past trauma continues to negatively impact their emotional and physical health today and contribute to urgent social problems. To help heal this historical trauma, Native peoples are reclaiming their spiritual and cultural identity. In the documentary, an Ojibwa Firekeeper demonstrates the ancient healing ceremony of the Sacred Fire. Also, a Native American businessman, journalist, artist and youth advocate share how they use ancestral teachings to foster diversity and creativity as well as to educate and initiate social change. The stories shared in this documentary are powerful, startling, despairing and inspiring. They reflect an American history fraught with the systematic destruction of a people. Yet, amidst the debris of suffering and trauma, there is resilience and a profound remembering and healing taking place today, which will also benefit the next Seven Generations. If you'd like to know more about the program or anything else feel free to contact me. It would make a great addition to your program calendar. Thanks, Kelly Kelly Ireland Rembert Outreach Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 796-4367 krembert(a)southfieldlibrary.org www.southfieldlibrary.org

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Please share with your patrons
by Simlar, Cathleen (MDOS) 03 Jun '14

03 Jun '14

Hello. As part of the ongoing partnership between libraries and the Secretary of State's Office, I'm hoping you will consider sharing the following information as well as the attached flyers with your patrons. As always, thanks so much for your help! 1. New Veterans Designation for Driver's Licenses and State IDs Note: In May, I provided you with a short message to share on the new veteran's designation for driver's licenses and state IDs. I subsequently received a request from a library director for a flyer on this new service that could be posted in libraries. Thanks for that suggestion! In response, we created the attached flyer that we hope you will post and if you didn't get a chance to share the original message with your patrons, here it is: Secretary of State announces veteran designation for licenses and ID cards Michigan veterans can now display their proof of service right on their Michigan driver's license or state ID card, making it easer to receive benefits that often go unclaimed, such as retail discounts, promotions and special offers. According to Secretary of State Ruth Johnson, the new designation is available to all honorably discharged Michigan veterans and is free of charge when renewing a state license or ID or applying for one. 2. Voter Registration Deadline Please share the following message on the upcoming registration deadline for the August 5 election. I've also provided a flyer for you to post (see attached). Election Alert Election Day in Michigan is Tuesday, August 5. To vote, you must be registered by July 7. For information on how to register or to see if you are already registered, go to Michigan.gov/vote<http://www.michigan.gov/vote>. 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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Teen Video lab
by stephanie daniels 03 Jun '14

03 Jun '14

Question: If the library wanted to organize a Teen lab for creating videos, editing and etc., what equipment would be needed? I am writing a grant for equipment and have so much information and I am not sure what is essential. I hope that someone can offer suggestions. Thanks, Stephanie Daniels Hartford Public Library Hartford, MI 49057

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Announcement about new architecture collection at the Baldwin Library
by Doug Koschik 03 Jun '14

03 Jun '14

A new collection of 100 essential architecture books has been organized and financed by the Rae Dumke Fund of the Michigan Architectural Foundation (MAF), whose mission is to promote architecture to the public. Ms. Rae Dumke is the former Executive Director of MAF, AIA Michigan (American Institute of Architects Michigan), and AIA Detroit. She currently serves on the MAF Board of Trustees. Upon her retirement, an endowment was established in Ms. Dumke’s name through contributions to MAF. The Rae Dumke Collection of 100 essential architecture books was developed by a MAF committee. The members of this committee were Alan Cobb, Albert Kahn Associates; Rae Dumke, Honorary AIA; Doug Koschik, Baldwin Library; Jeffrey Ryntz, Saroki Architecture; Michelle Saroki, Saroki Architecture; and Stephen Smith, TMP Architecture. Titles were suggested by architects and other people around the country. Through an endowment fund set up with the Baldwin Public Library Trust, this collection was purchased for and will be housed at Baldwin, with the understanding that the books will be available not only to Baldwin cardholders, but also nationwide through interlibrary loan. The collection will be updated on a regular basis. You can find out more about the collection at: http://baldwinlib.org/100-essential-architecture-books/ The inaugural event of this collection will take place at the Library. The event begins at 5 p.m. on June 11. The formal program will begin at 6 p.m. and will feature Stephen Vogel, FAIA, AIA National Director, AIA Michigan Regional Director, and Professor and Past Dean for the School of Architecture at University of Detroit-Mercy. The public is welcome; please RSVP to evelyn(a)aiami.com or 313-965-4100. -- Doug Koschik Director Baldwin Public Library 300 W. Merrill St. Birmingham, MI 48009 E-mail: doug.koschik(a)baldwinlib.org Telephone: 248-554-4681 Fax: 248-647-6393

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