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Text services for libraries
by Caitlin Hoag 22 May '14

22 May '14

We want to offer reference services via text, but would like some reviews before committing to anything. Does anyone have a texting service they would recommend? I'm particularly interested in hearing about experiences with Mosio's Text a Librarian or from libraries that use Google Voice to text. Thanks! -- Caitlin Hoag Reference and Law Librarian Kalamazoo Public Library 269-553-7840 | kpl.gov<http://www.kpl.gov/> [KPL-logo]<http://www.kpl.gov/>

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Gale's new Interlink feature
by Suzanne Robinson 22 May '14

22 May '14

WIDE DISTRIBUTION. SENT ON BEHALF OF THE LIBRARY OF MICHIGAN THE MICHI GAN ELIBRARY. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SHARE. On April 30, libraries with select Gale resources began offering their users InterLink technology. InterLink connects articles within InfoTrac to related articles within Gale Virtual Reference Library holdings with document-level hyper linking. 1. Search in any Gale InfoTrac database or use PowerSearch 2. Interlink technology searches the library’s GVRL collection for the most relevant, useful and needed results (this will include MeL's GVRL holdings and any that the library might own) 3. The Interlink will display in blue, and the search term will continue to display in red 4. Click the links to expand and continue your search amongst key, selected results related to your original search Thanks, Suzanne Part time Hours: Tuesday and Thursday 8:30a - 2p, with slight variations Always wonder! ------------------- Suzanne Robinson, AMLS MeL Databases Training Coordinator Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (mcls.org) 1407 Rensen St., Suite 1 Lansing, MI 48910 800-530-9019 ext 134

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Employment Opportunity: Part-time Cataloger position
by Keegan Sulecki 22 May '14

22 May '14

The Clarkston Independence District Library seeks a detail-oriented cataloger able to prioritize projects, be responsive to the needs of patrons and librarians, make materials available in a timely manner, and assist in the maintenance of a user-friendly library catalog. Please see the attached posting for more details. Deadline for applications: Monday, June 2, 2014 at 5:00pm Send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references by email, mail or fax to: Keegan Sulecki Head of Technical Services Clarkston Independence District Library 6495 Clarkston Road Clarkston, MI 48346 suleckik(a)indelib.org Fax: 248.625.8852 Keegan Sulecki Clarkston Independence District Library (successor to the Independence Township Library) 248-625-2212 Whatever you geek, serious or fun, our library supports you! <http://www.facebook.com/CIDLibrary> <http://www.pinterest.com/cidlpin>

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Free: American National Biography set
by Michele Pratt 22 May '14

22 May '14

Free to a good home: American National Biography print set 1999. Any takers? Michele Pratt Library Director Baker College Auburn Hills

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Re: [Michlib-l] Michlib-l Digest, Vol 11, Issue 16
by Jim Flury 22 May '14

22 May '14

Re Subscription services: In an rfp/competitive bid environment a Popular quote will most always come in lower than an EBSCO quote. This partially on account EBSCO handles more titles than Popular does. A smaller library that buys relatively few and only the most common titles probably would realize a savings by utilizing Popular. A library the size of GDL might end up seeing said savings being eaten up, and then some, in staff time by having to direct order titles that Popular doesn't handle. EBSCO is EBSCO; they are the biggest and, in my 26+ years of experience, usually the most expensive. Wolper does offer outstanding customer service. They helped us make a very smooth transition following the Faxon implosion debacle of a number of years ago. Another vendor to consider is WT Cox. TLN just negotiated a statewide discount with WT Cox. This WT Cox statewide discount offer is good through December 31, 2014. Please contact your friendly neighborhood library cooperative director, in GDL's case Denise Hooks, for details. 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 ----- Original Message ----- From: michlib-l-request(a)mcls.org To: michlib-l(a)mcls.org Sent: Wednesday, May 21, 2014 6:00:02 PM Subject: Michlib-l Digest, Vol 11, Issue 16 Send Michlib-l mailing list submissions to michlib-l(a)mcls.org To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://lists.mlcnet.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to michlib-l-request(a)mcls.org You can reach the person managing the list at michlib-l-owner(a)mcls.org When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of Michlib-l digest..." Today's Topics: 1. Subscription Services (Darwin McGuire) 2. 2014 Michigan Libraries for Life - An invitation to all Michigan libraries! (Reish, Karren (MDE)) 3. Basic E-rate training, June 18 - registration open (White, Shannon (MDE)) 4. Free: 25 copies of "Stealing Buddha's Dinner" (Colleen Leddy) 5. Library Internship (conklins(a)boynelibrary.org) 6. Re: Free: 25 copies of "Stealing Buddha's Dinner" (Colleen Leddy) 7. Systems Librarian Posting at Central Michigan University (Powers, Susan Faye) 8. Clear Boundary Maps (Erin Schm?ndt) 9. Employment opportunity (Paulette Medvecky ) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Wed, 21 May 2014 13:46:37 +0000 From: Darwin McGuire <dmcguire(a)thegdl.org> Subject: [Michlib-l] Subscription Services To: "michlib-l(a)lists.mcls.org" <michlib-l(a)mail.mcls.org> Message-ID: <0D5CB979048AFE419950A54BAC2828F40BAADC0C(a)email.thegdl.org> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Hi, everyone. I don't recall the subject of magazine subscription services being discussed lately. Would you be willing to share your experiences with companies you may have used? We have used EBSCO for years, but Popular Subscription Service promises to save us money, and Wolper promises outstanding customer service. And I know there are other companies that also offer this service. Anything you are willing to share would be much appreciated. Thanks. Darwin McGuire Technical Services Manager Genesee District Library 4195 W. Pasadena Ave. Flint, MI 48504 810-230-3329 Telephone 810-732-1161 FAX

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Employment opportunity
by Paulette Medvecky 21 May '14

21 May '14

Please see attachment for employment opportunity at the Wayne Public Library. Paulette Medvecky Library Director The Wayne Public Library 3737 S. Wayne Road Wayne, MI 48184 734-721-7832

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Systems Librarian Posting at Central Michigan University
by Powers, Susan Faye 21 May '14

21 May '14

Central Michigan University Libraries seeks applications for the position of Systems Librarian. This position provides administration, support and enhancement of a variety of library technology systems, including the libraries integrated management system and the discovery platform. The selected candidate will collaborate with vendors and staff to perform detailed planning, installation, and implementation for new software releases. This includes design planning, security, data structures, backup, and application program integration. The position will also be responsible for development of relevant training and documentation of processes for library staff. In addition to staying current in emerging professional trends relating to library automation, systems, and discovery, this position will have the opportunity to play a key role in planning and coordinating future technology implementation projects Required qualifications: M.L.I.S. degree or equivalent from ALA-accredited library school. Minimum of two years' recent experience working in a library position requiring an educational minimum of a bachelor's degree. Minimum of two years' recent experience as proficient user of at least one staff module of an integrated library system. Knowledge of cataloging and metadata standards such as MARC21 and RDA. Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively both collaboratively and independently. Demonstrated ability to learn and adopt technologies quickly. Evidence of ability to plan projects, prioritize, and manage a variety of responsibilities and to anticipate, prevent, and solve problems. Successful experience training and supervising. Preferred qualifications: Recent professional librarian experience working in an academic library. Recent experience as proficient user of multiple staff modules of an integrated library system. Recent successful experience managing an integrated library system. Recent successful experience managing Innovative Interfaces Inc. Millennium or Sierra systems, Ex Libris SFX or Primo, ILLiad, or CONTENTdm. Knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm for evaluating, implementing, and integrating emerging library technologies. Submit an online application using this link: https://www.jobs.cmich.edu/postings/19617 Screening of Application Materials will begin June 16th, 2014 Central Michigan University was established in 1892 and is among the nation's 100 largest public universities. As a tier-one university, CMU serves nearly 20,000 students on its Mount Pleasant campus. It also enrolls more than 7,000 students and working adults online and at 50 out-of-state locations. CMU delivers a superior educational experience for students that is built on close relationships with faculty and staff, hands-on learning including undergraduate research, an emphasis on leadership and volunteerism, and a global perspective. With a $440 million budget, CMU offers more than 200 academic programs from the undergraduate to doctoral levels. Premier programs include the sciences, business, accounting, health professions, communications, teacher preparation, educational leadership, engineering, neuroscience, psychology, apparel merchandising design, music, and political science. CMU in 2013 launched the nation's 137th College of Medicine. CMU offers top NCAA Division I athletics. The university is located in a classic college community in the heart of lower Michigan, where residents find active outdoor features, family attractions and Midwestern life in a vibrant university culture. Susan Powers Coordinator, Documents on Demand CMU Libraries Interlibrary Loan, Scans on Demand and MeLCat Services Central Michigan University Libraries, EZC 212A Park Library 250 E Preston Street Mount Pleasant, MI 48859 989-774-1212 power1sf(a)cmich.edu<mailto:power1sf@cmich.edu> Your On Demand Account (ILLiad)<https://illiad.cmich.edu/> MeLCat - Books, Movies, Music, Audiobooks and More!<http://mel.org/> blog: Michigan in Letters<http://www.michiganinletters.org/>

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Free: 25 copies of "Stealing Buddha's Dinner"
by Colleen Leddy 21 May '14

21 May '14

We have 25 copies of "Stealing Buddha's Dinner" by Bich Minh Nguyen (the Michigan Humanities Council 2009-2010 Great Michigan Read). They were used a few times by high school classrooms so several of them are a bit beat up. Can you use all 25 at your library? If not, how many would you like? Thanks, Colleen -- Colleen Leddy, Director Stair Public Library 228 W. Main St. Morenci, MI 49256 517/458-6510

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Library Internship
by conklins＠boynelibrary.org 21 May '14

21 May '14

Do you have a passion for engaging teens? Are you looking for an environment that values collaboration, partnerships, and service? The successful candidate is motivated to create a positive, welcoming, and engaging environment for teens, and to contribute to the library’s objectives of serving the community. Boyne District Library is offering a one-year paid internship for a Teen Services/Technology Assistant. This part-time position is 30 hours per week at $12 per hour. Some nights and weekends are required. For more information: www.boynelibrary.org/employment.html. Send letter of application and resume with references to: Boyne District Library 201 E. Main St. Boyne City, MI 49712 attn: Teen Services or email to info(a)boynelibrary.org. Susan ConklinBoyne District Library201 E. Main St.Boyne City, MI 49712231.582.7861conklins(a)boynelibrary.org

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Basic E-rate training, June 18 - registration open
by White, Shannon (MDE) 21 May '14

21 May '14

If you are interested in attending the annual Basic E-rate Training this year mark your calendar for Wednesday, June 18<x-apple-data-detectors://20>.<x-apple-data-detectors://20> The training a full day session at the Library of Michigan located in Lansing. Registration is now open. This training event is intended for public library staff with 3 years or less experience with E-rate. The training will be presented by Linda Schatz, President, EdTech Strategies, LLC and the ALA, Office for Information Technology Policy’s expert e-rate consultant. Participation is limited to staff from Michigan libraries. The class will cover the basics of E-rate for those with little familiarity with the program and for those who need a refresher on the process. Online registration is now available at: http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/CourseByAlpha.asp The cost for session is $30 per person. Shannon ------------------------------ Shannon White Library of Michigan 517-373-9489 whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:whites29@michigan.gov> www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/>

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