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Fwd: Library summer meal programs: resources and information
by Kathi Rankin-Grams 28 Apr '14

28 Apr '14

Dear public library community, Are you offering a summer meal service at your library this year? If you are, please tell us about it and use our resources! The California Library Association <http://cla-net.org> and California Summer Meal Coalition <http://www.summermealcoalition.org/> have developed extensive resources to help support and promote summer meal programs in libraries. *Website:* Visit our Lunch at the Library pages<http://www.cla-net.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=587>for planning, implementation, and evaluation resources: http://www.cla-net.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=587 *Listserv:* Email us <ncole(a)cla-net.org> to be included on our Lunch at the Library discussion list to ask questions, share information, and exchange ideas with colleagues: ncole(a)cla-net.org *Interactive map*: Fill out our form<http://www.cla-net.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=795>to be included on our interactive map of library summer meal sites: http://www.cla-net.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=795 Public library summer meal programs keep kids healthy, fed, and engaged when school is out. They help address summer learning loss and reduce the summer nutrition gap. Every summer, millions of kids and teens are at risk of going hungry because they no longer have access to the free or reduced-price meals they received when they were in school. The USDA Summer Food Service Program covers this summer meal gap. Free meals that meet federal nutrition guidelines are provided to all children 18 years old and under at approved SFSP sites in areas with significant concentrations of low-income children. *Libraries are ideal sites for serving USDA-supported summer meals:* - Libraries are trusted community spaces - Libraries welcome all and provide free access to lifelong learning resources - The summer reading program engages families with reading and with programs that extend the reading experience. *Summer meal programs support library goals:* - They attract new families to the library - Teen volunteers develop workforce readiness skills - The program provides genesis for creative community partnerships - The meal service provides opportunities to educate families about library services and resources - Families have a positive library experience that promotes feelings of health and wellbein. - The meal service boosts participation in the summer reading program Sincerely, Natalie and Patrice *Patrice Chamberlain* Director, California Summer Meal Coalition A program of the Public Health Institute Patrice.chamberlain(a)phi.org 415.637.6815 *Natalie Cole* Associate Executive Director, California Library Association ncole(a)cla-net.org 650-376-0886 option #4 California's Lunch at the Library program is supported by a grant from the David and Lucile Packard Foundation. -- Mary Jo Vortkamp Manager/Children's Librarian Franklin Branch of the Detroit Public Library 13651 E. McNichols Detroit, MI 48205 313-481-1741 Hours: M, W, S 10-6 T & Th 12-8

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PLEASE SHARE -- Social Media Message on Tomorrow's Election
by Simlar, Cathleen (MDOS) 28 Apr '14

28 Apr '14

Hello, library partners. If you get the chance, please help us remind the public about tomorrow's election in 67 counties by sharing the following social media messages. * Twitter: May 6 is #Election<https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Election&src=hash> Day in 67 #Michigan counties<http://michigan.gov/documents/sos/Elections_by_County_444556_7.pdf?20140117…>. Preview your ballot, find your polling place & more at mi.gov/vote<http://www.michigan.gov/vote>. * Facebook: Have your voice heard! Tuesday, May 6, is #Election Day in Michigan! Click here<http://michigan.gov/documents/sos/Elections_by_County_444556_7.pdf?20140117…> to see if your community has an election and be sure to visit Michigan.gov/vote<http://www.michigan.gov/vote> to view a sample ballot, find your polling place and much more. Thanks for your help! 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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Positive comments from the Forbes network about public libraries
by Robert P. Holley 27 Apr '14

27 Apr '14

I tripped across this column with the title "Why Public Libraries Matter: And How They Can Do More" while researching an article on self-published materials. The author, David Vinjamuri, who has no obvious library connections, say nice things about the public library. "But there is another side to public libraries in America: they are dynamic, versatile community centers. They welcomed more than 1.59 billion visitors in 2009 and lent books 2.4 billion times – more than 8 times for each citizen. More than half of young adults and seniors living in poverty in the United States used public libraries to access the Internet. They used this access, among other purposes to “find work, apply to college, secure government benefits, and learn about critical medical treatments” For all this, public libraries cost just $42 per citizen each year to maintain." Comments like this have a much greater appearance of objectivity and trustworthiness when made by a non-librarian. http://www.forbes.com/sites/davidvinjamuri/2013/01/16/why-public-libraries-… If someone else has already talked about this article, my apologies for the duplication. Bob Robert P. Holley Professor, School of Library & Information Science Wayne State University Detroit, MI 48202 aa3805(a)wayne.edu 248-547-0306 (phone) 313-577-7563 (fax)

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Job Posting: White Pine District Library--Director
by lawrencej＠mmll.org 25 Apr '14

25 Apr '14

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New Service for Veterans
by Simlar, Cathleen (MDOS) 25 Apr '14

25 Apr '14

Hello, again. As part of the partnership with the Secretary of State's office, we are asking libraries to share the following message about a new veterans driver's license designation that provides veterans with easier access to some benefits. As always, thanks for your help! Secretary of State announces veteran designation for licenses and ID cards Beginning May 1, Michigan veterans can 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. 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. [cid:image006.jpg@01CF6092.B69BCFB0] 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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Message push for upcoming election
by Simlar, Cathleen (MDOS) 25 Apr '14

25 Apr '14

Hello. As part of the statewide partnership with the Secretary of State, we are asking all libraries in areas where there will be an election on May 6 to post the attached flyer. To find out if there's an election in your area, click here<http://michigan.gov/documents/sos/Elections_by_County_444556_7.pdf?20140117…>. In addition, please consider including the following message in any public communication channels your library provides, such as public newsletters and website message boards. Thank you so much! Election Alert Many Michigan communities to host elections May 6 Polls open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Is there an election in your community on Tuesday, May 6? Visit michigan.gov/vote<http://www.michigan.gov/vote> for more information on local elections, sample ballots, absentee voting, and much more. 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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Summer Reading/CSLP meeting report and Summer Reading PSAs
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 25 Apr '14

25 Apr '14

The annual Collaborative Summer Library program planning meeting was last month. Please find a report on the conference attached with details on the new partners, slogans and resources. The report is also on the Summer Reading section of www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices<http://www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices>. The highlights of the meeting are the new slogans and themes for the future programs, the 2014 Public Service Announcements, and all the new partners for 2014. I will be putting out detailed information on the partner organizations next month. The 2015, 2016 and 2017 theme and slogan information is below. We appreciate your comments on the Summer Reading surveys. We take these comments to the meeting and the comments guide Michigan's votes at the meeting. 2015 Theme: Heroes 2015 Children's slogan: Every Hero Has a Story (Illustrator - Jarrett Krosoczka) 2015 Teen slogan: Unmask! (Illustrator - Hope Larson) 2015 Adult slogan: Escape the Ordinary 2016 Theme: Health/Wellness/Fitness/Sports 2016 Children's slogan: Move, Play, READ 2016 Teen slogan: Get in the Game: READ 2016 Adult slogan: Exercise Your Mind: READ 2017 Theme: Build a Better World 2017 slogans - coming next spring Finally, the 2014 PSAs are available for purchase or download on the CSLP web site at www.cslpreads.org<http://www.cslpreads.org>. The Library of Michigan has a limited number of PSAs that you can request as well. 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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Storm chasers
by Peggy Olsen 25 Apr '14

25 Apr '14

Have you tried calling the National Weather Service? Margaret E. (Peggy) Olsen Director Millington Arbela District Library 8530 Depot St. Millington, Mi.48506 989 871 2003 --- This email is free from viruses and malware because avast! Antivirus protection is active. http://www.avast.com

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George Guidall at Dearborn Public Library on April 26
by Henry Fischer 25 Apr '14

25 Apr '14

Hi everyone, George Guidall will be here on April 26! Here is the information from our press release: The Big Read Dearborn will present a free, special program featuring the man behind the voice, George Guidall, at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, 2014, in the auditorium at Henry Ford Centennial Library, 16301 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn. George Guidall has been delighting listeners and relieving long car trips for more than 20 years. As an audiobook narrator, Guidall has narrated and recorded more than 900 unabridged novels including classics like "Crime and Punishment" and best sellers like "Snow Falling on Cedars" and Lillian Braun's "Cat who . . ." series. Guidall is widely recognized in the audiobook industry and has received two Audie Awards (the industry's equivalent of an Oscar) during his career. In addition to being an award-winning audiobook narrator, Guidall has a long established career as a Broadway actor. During his 40-year career in the theatre that includes many starring roles, he has shared the stage with Kevin Kline, Morgan Freeman, and Meryl Streep. Guidall has received an Obie award for best performance off Broadway. His acting career also includes frequent television appearances. As a special part of his Big Read Dearborn presentation, Guidall will perform a dramatic reading from "The Call of the Wild" by Jack London. Guidall considers narration an art form that speaks to the primal human need for narrative. During this program, he will also share personal stories, anecdotes and out-takes about narration production. This event is free and open to the public. Attendees will have the opportunity to be entered in a raffle to win a Guidall audiobook. For more information, please call the Library at 313-943-2330. View a complete list of more than 35 events exploring *The Call of the Wild* at www.bigreaddearborn.org. Keep an eye out for other events, such as the* "*Do You Hear the Call?" Photo Exhibit opening on May 1 (turn in photos on April 28), and C. Alex London (author of the children's series, *Dog Tags*) on April 30. The Big Read Dearborn ends with a Wrap-up Party at Henry Ford Centennial Library on Saturday, May 17, featuring real sled dogs, gold panning, an old time photo booth, popcorn, Animal Tales author signing, and more. The Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. The program is designed to revitalize the role of literature in American culture and to encourage people to read for pleasure and enlightenment. Thank you, Henry Henry Fischer Adult Services Librarian Dearborn Public Library 16301 Michigan Ave. Dearborn, MI 48126 (313) 943-2341 hfischer(a)ci.dearborn.mi.us

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Still time to register!: Leadership and Management Success Workshop, Friday, May 2, 2014, Delta Twp DL, Lansing
by Hamlin,Jolee 25 Apr '14

25 Apr '14

There is still time to register for the Leadership and Management Success Workshop, which is taking place next Friday, May 2, 2014 at the beautiful Delta Township District Library in Lansing. Respected leadership consultant Allison McClintick of FlightLead will keynote the event, exploring the mindsets, roles and tasks that are required of leaders and managers and how to best work within each role for increased efficiency. To learn more about the workshop, go to: http://www.milibraries.org/prof-development-networking/leadership-and-manag… . Jolee Hamlin, Head Librarian Capital Area District Libraries -- Holt-Delhi Library 2078 Aurelius Road, Holt MI 48842 517-268-3051 | hamlinj(a)cadl.org<mailto:hamlinj@cadl.org> www.cadl.org<http://www.cadl.org/>

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