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Reprints Desk - Document Delivery Webinar on Tuesday
by Diana Mitchell 01 Dec '14

01 Dec '14

Please join us TUESDAY, Dec 2 at 11am for a live Demo of Reprints Desk. Reprints Desk is a full service Document Delivery provider, featuring fast delivery for thousands of publications. MCLS members receive discounts on access and copyright fees! Join the WebEx to learn more about your Document Delivery SAVINGS. JOIN WEBEX MEETING https://reprintsdesk.webex.com/reprintsdesk/j.php?MTID=m8f811fc7742c5db0ac9… Meeting number: 807 564 040 Meeting password: MCLS JOIN BY PHONE 1-650-479-3208 Call-in toll number (US/Canada) Access code: 807 564 040 Can't join the meeting? Contact support here: https://reprintsdesk.webex.com/reprintsdesk/mc IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that this WebEx service allows audio and other information sent during the session to be recorded, which may be discoverable in a legal matter. By joining this session, you automatically consent to such recordings. If you do not consent to being recorded, discuss your concerns with the host or do not join the session. Diana Mitchell mitchelld(a)mcls.org Manager of Member Services Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 1407 Rensen Street, Suite 1 Lansing, MI 48910 PH: 800-530-9019 Ex: 112 Mobile: 517-927-0101 Fax: 517-492-3808 http://www.mcls.org MCLS - Partnerships. Solutions. Excellence.

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Upcoming event - Memoir-Writing Workshop @ RDL - feat. Your Personal Memoir, LLC
by Dominic McLaughlin 28 Nov '14

28 Nov '14

Hello everyone, I was passing on word about an upcoming event: Memoir-Writing Workshop - featuring Your Personal Memoir, LLC Thursday, December 4th, 2014 7:00 pm Graubner Library (Romeo District Library) - 65821 Van Dyke, Washington, MI Susan Carroll and Gigi Van VanderWeele of Your Personal Memoir will be conducting a free presentation which details the steps of collecting and preserving stories to create a memoir book. They will also explain the value of preserving family stories, how to get started on a memoir, interviewing techniques and how to self-publish. Participants will practice storytelling and come away equipped and inspired to record family stories to be enjoyed for generations to come. Questions will be taken after the presentation. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is encouraged by calling 586-752-0603 (Option 4 at the phone menu) but not required. A file of the program flyer is enclosed (PDF) for printing copies for posting or distribution, if desired. Sincerely, Dominic McLaughlin Adult Services Librarian Romeo District Library

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looking for a book
by Christine Nofsinger 28 Nov '14

28 Nov '14

I have a patron looking for a book of poetry written by a woman within the past fifteen years. The poems are each accompanied by a photograph which depict life events--perhaps her father being discharged from the military. There might be some reference to abuse. It'a a slim volume of work. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks, chris (Marcellus)

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Invitation to attend UofM School of Music's OUTREACH IN THE PERFORMING ARTS performance at Pinckney Library
by Hope Siasoco 26 Nov '14

26 Nov '14

Dear Library Colleagues, The Pinckney Library cordially invites you, your family, friends and community to attend a performance and talk by the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance's OUTREACH IN THE PERFORMING ARTS series. The OUTREACH IN THE PERFORMING ARTS at the University of Michigan School of Music organizes performances by student musicians at various locations throughout the community. The program provides students with resources and support while they learn from the experience of live performances and interaction with community audiences. Come to the Pinckney Library and be entertained and enlightened by these talented students! The presentation and talk will be on Tuesday, December 2, 2014, starting at 6:30pm. Refreshments will be served. (Please check out our event information flier @ http://on.fb.me/1vmhB5X [1]) We hope very much to see you then! For more information, please contact us at 734-878-3888 or visit our website at http://www.pinckneylibrary.org [2]. Have a Happy Thanksgiving! Sincerely, Hope Siasoco, Library Director Pinckney Community Public Library 125 Putnam St. Pinckney, MI 48169 Tel: 734-878-3888 Fax: 734-878-2907 http://www.pinckneylibrary.org Links: ------ [1] http://on.fb.me/1vmhB5X [2] http://www.pinckneylibrary.org

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MeL Minute – CultureGrams™
by Borrelli, Eunice (MDE) 26 Nov '14

26 Nov '14

Hello all, If you were to guess, how many countries in addition to the United States do you think have a Thanksgiving holiday? How would you go about finding this information quickly and accurately? Would it surprise you to discover that the list includes Croatia, Japan, South Korea, Switzerland, and Liberia? The MeL Database CultureGrams™<http://www.galesupport.com/migeoipcheck/migeoipcheck-proq.php?database=CULT…> found in the alphabetic list of databases<http://mel.org/Databases>, the Kids Gateway Homework Helpers<http://kids.mel.org/HomeworkHelpers>, and Teens Gateway Homework Help<http://teens.mel.org/MeLHomeworkHelp>, is a treasure trove of this and many other facts and information about countries throughout the world, the United States, and Canadian provinces. Search for “Thanksgiving” and see what tidbits of cultural information you find. Bon Appétit! Michigan residents or Michigan library access only. MeL Minutes are brought to you by the Library of Michigan. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for next week’s MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact(a)mel.org<mailto:contact@mel.org> or visit mel.org<http://mel.org/> . We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your public service colleagues. Eunice Eunice C. Borrelli, Michigan eLibrary Internet Librarian Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517.241.4996 Toll Free: 877.479.0021 Fax: 517.373.5700 The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a new video series highlighting Michigan libraries & how they are making a difference in their communities. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ & watch the 21st Century Libraries episode. Invest in a child’s future today. Support the MDE Culture of Reading. www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading<http://www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading>

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Elderly Michigan law books - FREE to a good home
by Jackie Skinner 26 Nov '14

26 Nov '14

Hello everybody, We have four volumes of The compile law of the state of Michigan : 1929 as well as 2 copies of the Public acts of the legislature of the state of Michigan passed at the regular session of 1931. 1 copy of the Public and local acts of the legislature of the state of Michigan passed at the regular and extra sessions of 1937. 1 copy of the Public and local acts of the legislature of the state of Michigan passed at the regular session of 1933. Would anyone be interested in these items? The bindings are cracked, and they are a bit dusty, but otherwise acceptable. Happy Thanksgiving, Jackie ************************************************** ********************* Jacqueline Skinner http://www.otsego.lib.mi.us Public Services Librarian jskinner(a)otsego.org Otsego County Library (989) 732-5841 700 South Otsego Avenue (989) 732-9401 FAX Gaylord, Michigan 49735 ************************************************** *********************

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New Funding Available for Programs that Serve Disconnected Youth
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 26 Nov '14

26 Nov '14

FYI for those looking for funding for programs for underserved youth. There will be an explanatory webinar on Monday, Dec. 1st. See more detail at the blog post below. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator reishk(a)michigan.gov 517-241-0021 www.michigan.gov/lsta www.michigan.gov/mcfb ________________________________ From: IMLS News <imlsnews(a)imls.gov> Sent: Wednesday, November 26, 2014 1:56 PM Subject: New IMLS Blog Post: New Funding Available for Programs that Serve Disconnected Youth To view this message in a browser, please click here<http://www.idevmail.net/message.aspx?d=73&m=2409&e=reishk@michigan.gov&r=14…>. [IMLS logo] November 26, 2014 -- New Blog Post from UpNext: The IMLS Blog<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=1&d=73&mid=363882&m=2409> New Funding Available for Programs that Serve Disconnected Youth Learn more at Performance Partnership Pilot webinar on December 1st. Read full post online at http://blog.imls.gov/?p=5407<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=2&d=73&mid=363882&m=2409>. 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<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=3&d=73&mid=363882&m=2409> and 35,000 museums<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=4&d=73&mid=363882&m=2409>. 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=5&d=73&mid=363882&m=2409> and follow us on Facebook<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=6&d=73&mid=363882&m=2409> and Twitter<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=7&d=73&mid=363882&m=2409>.

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FW: Benchmark for Bandwidth?
by Knox,Sheryl Cormicle 26 Nov '14

26 Nov '14

Thank you to Garret and to Eric Frederick of Connect Michigan (see below) for replies to my question. Eric referenced the Digital Edge initiative benchmark. Looks like that target is "Each public Internet user is allocated at least 500 Kbps upload and 1 Mbps download of network bandwidth capacity". Just dealing with the download speed aspect, meeting that benchmark with a 1Gbps Internet connection, would mean you could have 1,000 simultaneous Internet users. That seems a little crazy. So let's move the benchmark up to 5 Mbps of download bandwidth per user (NetFlix recommends this<https://help.netflix.com/en/node/306> for streaming HD quality video). A 1Gbps Internet connection would serve 200 users simultaneously maxing out their bandwidth allotment. If you are still reading this, I understand the idea of aspiring to bandwidth at levels where you don't even have to consider it as a realistic limiting factor in doing anything. But in a practical 'bang for the buck' world, I'm still looking for a way to calculate what I should buy at the top end to provide a high quality service when you get down to the desktop level. The fact is, you can do simple calculations assuming peak number of users at peak capacity, but in reality, use is very spiky. Does the following approach make sense--Decide on a level of capacity you'd like to provide at the desktop level, say 5 Mbps. Pare that down to a lower 'average' level that accounts for the reality that not all of your simultaneous users are streaming NetFlix at HD levels (what is that magic factor?) Multiply that modified average Mbps by your maximum number of simultaneous users (patron computers + wifi users + staff users) Enough for now. I need to prepare my turkey... -Sheryl From: Frederick, Eric [mailto:efrederick@connectmi.org] Sent: Wednesday, November 26, 2014 10:59 AM To: Knox,Sheryl Cormicle Subject: RE: Benchmark for Bandwidth? Hi Sheryl, Sorry for the delay, I am on paternity leave. Here is some information from our Chief Policy Counsel that might help. For the E-rate program, the FCC has adopted bandwidth "targets" for public libraries. These are not *required* for E-rate funding, but the FCC will be using it to measure and judge the effectiveness of the E-rate program. These targets were proposed by the American Library Association. For public libraries that serve less than 50,000 population, the target is 100 Mbps For public libraries that serve a population of 50,000 or greater, the target is 1 Gbps The library "service area" is defined by reference to the IMLS Public Libraries in the United States database, http://www.imls.gov/research/public_libraries_in_the_united_states_survey.a…<http://t.signauxtrois.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XZs8pT…> (wherein every library reports the population of their service area). For schools, the "short-term" benchmark is 100 Mbps for each 1,000 users (students and staff) and in the "long term" it is 1 Gbps for each 1,000 users (student and staff). Those are the FCC E-rate targets - relatively simplistic but a useful starting point. For a more sophisticated approach based on number of user terminals etc., the ALA -funded Digital Edge project established some benchmarks as well. http://www.libraryedge.org/benchmarks/organizational-management/devices-and…<http://t.signauxtrois.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XZs8pT…> It is my understanding that the ALA based their 100 Mbps/1 Gbps recommendation based on the Edge benchmarks. Eric Frederick, AICP, LEED AP Executive Director, Connect Michigan Fellow, Prima Civitas Foundation 517-994-8024 - mobile From: Knox,Sheryl Cormicle [mailto:knoxs@cadl.org] Sent: Friday, November 21, 2014 1:29 PM To: Frederick, Eric Subject: FW: Benchmark for Bandwidth? Hi Eric. Does this ring any bells? Do you have any pointers? From: Knox,Sheryl Cormicle Sent: Friday, November 21, 2014 1:11 PM To: michlib-l(a)mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: Benchmark for Bandwidth? Looks like the E-Rate program is going to have more money available than ever before to subsidize broadband access. The FCC is poised to raise the cap another $1.5 billion/year<http://t.signauxtrois.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XZs8pT…>, from 2.4 billion to 3.9 billion. And there's another $2 billion in play for the next couple years form 'leftovers' and due to changes being made in the program. So $5.9 billion. Those of us at the workshop at LM yesterday are 'locked and loaded' to make best use of that. And it got me thinking about what is a good, target bandwidth to aspire to? Is there a formula? The NYT article above about the cap increase references a 'rule of thumb' for schools in the near term of "100MB of Internet bandwidth per 1,000 students" and in the longer term 1GB per 1,000 students. Is anyone familiar with a similar 'rule of thumb' or benchmark for libraries? Such a benchmark would have a lot of caveats, for sure. Maybe you have an internal performance goal for bandwidth to the patron desktop you'd like to share? _____________________________________ Sheryl Cormicle Knox, Technology Director Capital Area District Libraries - Administration 401 S. Capitol Avenue, Lansing, MI 48901-7919 517-367-6347 | knoxs(a)cadl.org<mailto:knoxs@cadl.org> cadl.org<http://t.signauxtrois.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XZs8pT…>

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Free envelopes
by natalie bazan 26 Nov '14

26 Nov '14

Yes after cleaning out the back room a bit I now have 3 large boxes of slightly used padded envelopes that need new homes. Amazing MeL packing envelops, great for crafts and parties.... wait, that last part might not be true. Anyway, free to first responders (and please include your MeL code). Thank you and have a fantastic Thanksgiving! Natalie Bazan MA, MLIS Library Director Hopkins District Library Dorr Township Library 118 E. Main St. 1804 Sunset Dr Hopkins, MI 49328 Dorr, MI 49323 269-793-7516 616-681-9678 http://hopkins.llcoop.org http://dorrlibrary.michlibrary.org http://sharing.michlibrary.org

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Full-Time Librarian Job Posting, Marshall District Library
by Angela Semifero 26 Nov '14

26 Nov '14

Hello All, We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative librarian to join our Public Services Department! Please find the position description below. AVAILABLE POSITION: Full-time Librarian, Public Services WORK SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week, including evening and weekend hours PAY RATE: $16.22 per hour with merit increases; benefits include pro-rated health insurance, retirement plan, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays JOB SUMMARY: The Full-Time Librarian, Public Services provides library services to patrons of all ages, with a primary focus on youth services and early childhood development. These services include: delivery of reference, information and reader’s advisory services for patrons of all ages, collection development, program development, display creation, publicity material development, outreach, and use of library technology to meet the needs of the community served. REQUIREMENTS: ALA/MLIS with public library experience preferred. Students currently enrolled in a graduate program of library and information studies may be considered for the position at a lower starting pay rate. Experience working with children required. Demonstrated expertise in early literacy and child development preferred. The position requires a commitment to customer service excellence, excellent oral and written communication skills, expertise with computer technology and an understanding of its potential in providing high quality library services. The successful candidate must have the ability to organize multiple assignments and to work independently. The position requires demonstrated initiative and a creative approach to attaining departmental goals. Additionally to perform the essential functions of the position, an individual will be required to maintain a physical condition necessary for sitting, walking, and/or standing for long periods of time; lifting or carrying light to moderately heavy objects; operating assigned equipment, including computers. APPLY: Submit resume with cover letter providing details of relevant experience to: Angela Semifero, Library Director, Marshall District Library, 124 W. Green Street, Marshall, MI 49068. Electronic submissions to: SemiferoA(a)MarshallDistrictLibrary.org DEADLINE: Application materials will be accepted through 5:30 pm on Wednesday, December 10, 2014. PLEASE NOTE: All candidates will be notified of our decision by mail or phone within 4-6 weeks after the application deadline date. We ask that no inquiries be made about the status of your application during this period. -- Angela Semifero Library Director Marshall District Library 124 W. Green St. Marshall, MI 49068 (269)781-7821x11 semiferoa(a)marshalldistrictlibrary.org

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