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JSTOR Daily: Free, Beta, "Popular" Version of This Scholarly Database Now Available
by Jim Flury 07 Oct '14

07 Oct '14

JSTOR was named LJ's "Best Overall Database" for 2013. http://reviews.libraryjournal.com/2013/11/best-of/best-databases-2013/ Now available for less deep thinkers (such as myself) is JSTOR Daily, a beta program covering topics such as current events, popular science, etc. http://daily.jstor.org/ http://lj.libraryjournal.com/2014/10/digital-resources/jstor-launches-free-… Jim 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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3d Printer Questions
by Sarah Maddox 06 Oct '14

06 Oct '14

I'm doing research on 3d printers for my library but I'm not sure which 3d printer will be the best fit. Looking for any experience or advice with selecting a 3d printer. Thanks! Regards, Sarah Maddox Youth Services Librarian Houghton Lake Public Library 4431 W Houghton Lake Dr Houghton Lake, MI 48629 989.366.9230

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Fwd: ALCTS-ALA Award - Call for Nominations
by Catherine Anne Wolford 06 Oct '14

06 Oct '14

Hello, Attached is information regarding the ALCTS (a division of ALA) Margaret Mann Citation Award. Please nominate and/or share this information with your colleagues. Thank you, Cathy--- Cathy Wolford DALNET - The Detroit Area Library Network 313-577-3316 www.dalnet.org

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Cindy Collier retirement
by Benzie Shores District Library 06 Oct '14

06 Oct '14

Cindy Collier, Benzie Shores District Library,(Frankfort) retired October 3. She started with the library in 1988 as a library board treasurer. She left the Board in January, 1990 and in July, 1990 started working at the library a few hours a week to help during a time of transition. She has been worked at the library ever since! We wish her well! I can't tell you how much we will miss her! Cheers, -- Cathy Carter Benzie Shores District Library Frankfort, MI 49635 231-352-4671 www.benzieshoreslibrary.org

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staff technology competency assessment
by Yvonne Brown 06 Oct '14

06 Oct '14

Hello. Last year I put out an inquiry regarding resources for staff tech assessments. I received several responses. There were some nice suggestions regarding online packaged tests and services. Many of the responses requested would I please share my findings. There are some great packaged tests out there, but not suited to our needs. We ended up creating our own assessment using Microsoft Infopath (a module of Microsoft Office). We do not expect staff to be experts by any means, but there are some core competencies which are required to do this job, and we wanted to make sure we were in good shape. The assessment included questions on the ILS, phone usage, flash drives, file/folder management, databases, ebooks, and more. The Infopath file (a fill-able form) was emailed to staff, who then saved it to their desktop. When the file is double-clicked, a new instance of the blank assessment is created, which is then completed, saved, and emailed back to admin. It worked very nicely. Upon review of the completed assessments, we had one big surprise: over half of the staff thought our public WI-FI access required a password, when in fact it does not. We gave a WI-FI demo at the next staff meeting, following the assessment period. Another discovery: many staff members do not know how to place copy-specific holds for serial records, such as graphic novels and magazines. A staff person is putting together a class on this. We are very proud of our staff for their time and effort in taking the assessments, and the great attitudes during the process. They did a super job! We are in great shape to assist patrons and do the work we need to do. By the way, our director also took the assessment (hooray, Melissa!). Attached is a pdf version of our actual assessment. Feel free to contact me for more info. Yvonne Brown Lapeer District Library www.library.lapeer.org 810-664-9521

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patron feedback labels for disc repair
by Yvonne Brown 06 Oct '14

06 Oct '14

Hello. Does anyone insert patron feedback labels inside your audiobook and DVD cases? In other words, do you use labels inside the cases for patrons to indicate that a disc needs repair? We noticed that some libraries do this. Is it worth the effort? Do you have any advice? Thank you. Yvonne Yvonne Brown Lapeer District Library www.library.lapeer.org 810-664-9521

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Santa in Macomb County Follow-up
by Jason Groth 06 Oct '14

06 Oct '14

Thank you to everyone who shared their Santa performers! I was able to book a well-recommended Santa and have many fine contacts for the future. If anyone is interested, here are the Santas that were sent my way: A. Michael Deller (Santa’s Agent) 248-719-2820 santas.agent(a)ameritech.net http://santas-agent.com/ Due to the overwhelming number of positive recommendations, this is the Santa I went with. Rosco the Clown 586-465-0122 roscotheclown(a)comcast.net Santa Francisco 810-441-3079 Santa Gus 586-677-6735 http://santagus.com/ Thanks again everyone! Jason Groth Public Relations and Programs Coordinator Sterling Heights Public Library 586-446-2669 grothj(a)libcoop.net

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Apply for a Free 3D Printer From 3D Systems!
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 06 Oct '14

06 Oct '14

Another option for a 3D printer for those looking to set up a Maker Space. See the information from the Institute of Museum and Library Services below. 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] Subject: New IMLS Blog Post: Apply for a Free 3D Printer From 3D Systems! To view this message in a browser, please click here<http://www.idevmail.net/message.aspx?d=73&m=2332&e=reishk@michigan.gov&r=13…>. [IMLS logo] October 3, 2014 -- New Blog Post from UpNext: The IMLS Blog<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=1&d=73&mid=363882&m=2332> Apply for a Free 3D Printer From 3D Systems! Museums and libraries that join the MakerLab Club and offer 3D printing and design programs may apply. Read full post online at http://blog.imls.gov/?p=5272<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=2&d=73&mid=363882&m=2332>. 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 and 35,000 museums. 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=3&d=73&mid=363882&m=2332> and follow us on Facebook<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=4&d=73&mid=363882&m=2332> and Twitter<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=5&d=73&mid=363882&m=2332>.

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Internet safety policies
by Lindsey Dorfman 06 Oct '14

06 Oct '14

Hello, If your library receives E-rate funding, I would love to see your Internet Safety Policy. I want to make sure ours is CIPA compliant. Thanks! Lindsey Dorfman, MLIS. Library Director Allegan Library District 269-673-4625 alleganlibrary.org <http://www.alleganlibrary.org> facebook <https://www.facebook.com/pages/Allegan-District-Library/75692355114> | twitter <https://twitter.com/adllisten>

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Free Laser Jet Toner! TAKEN!
by McKee, Diane 06 Oct '14

06 Oct '14

The toner has been claimed. Diane McKee Howell Carnegie Library 517-546-0720, ext. 114 www.howelllibrary.org<http://www.howelllibrary.org>

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