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Library Director Position Open-Muskegon (MI) Area District Library
by Jobeth Bradbury 29 Aug '14

29 Aug '14

Library Director- Muskegon (MI) Area District Library Your adventure starts here! Make a difference on West Michigan's Lakeshores as the new Library Director for the Muskegon Area District Library <http://www.madl.org/> , headquartered in Muskegon (MI) County. The Library's Board of Trustees seeks an innovative and experienced Director to implement an exciting vision for the library and its many constituencies. MADL serves 119,450 residents in 21 municipalities and townships. Governed by an eight-member Board of Trustees, the 10 library locations provide excellent services and programs with 50 staff (30.13 FTEs) and a $3 million annual budget. The Library is anticipating a levy renewal campaign to take place as early as 2015 and has a capital campaign in progress-expansion of the Norton Shores branch to create Storyville <http://www.muskegonstoryville.org/> -a library project modeled after the innovative Baltimore County program and focusing on early childhood literacy in Muskegon County. MADL shares a catalog, resources and delivery system with other members of the Lakeland Library Cooperative. The Muskegon area is located on the shore of Lake Michigan and is a popular destination with beautiful beaches, parks and lakes. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the hiking and bike trails and other types of outdoor recreation for all seasons. Downtown Muskegon is experiencing resurgence in growth and renewal-including a thriving Farmer's Market, the Frauenthal Center for the Performing Arts, the West Michigan Symphony Orchestra as well as the well-regarded Muskegon Museum of Art. Muskegon County is also home to the Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp, which has provided programs in the fine arts for students since 1966. Grand Rapids (MI) is only 30 minutes away and both Chicago and Detroit are only a few hours' drive away. The cost of living is moderate with many lifestyle options-from urban condos to suburban single family homes to rural farms. For more information about the Library District, the Muskegon area and the community, please see Muskegon Links <http://www.gossagesager.com/MADLlinks.htm> . Responsibilities. Under the direction of the Library Board of Trustees, the Library Director develops, administers, supervises, and coordinates the work of the Library and staff, performs managerial duties related to personnel, budget, collection development, building maintenance, and library operations and services in conformity with Michigan State law and under the policies and strategic directions established by the Board of Trustees. Visit Library Director <http://www.gossagesager.com/MADLjobdesc.pdf> under Article VII of the Board By-Laws for additional details. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include a Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program; five or more years of progressively responsible experience in the library field, including four years in an administrative position; and the ability to obtain and retain Michigan Certification Level 1. Essential attributes and skills include: excellent communication and organizational skills; the ability and desire to plan, develop, and administer the activities of a public library; supervisory experience; demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Board, staff and community stakeholders; and an understanding and appreciation of public library best practices in the areas of intellectual freedom, collections, and library technologies. Successful experience as a library director reporting to a governing board, experience with a successful millage campaign and successful experience working in a union environment are highly desirable. Compensation. The starting salary range is $78,000 - $90,000 (with placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) with an attractive benefits package. For further information contact <http://www.gossagesager.com/> Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates via email or telephone. To start the application process, send a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments via email to <mailto:karenmiller@gossagesager.com> Karen Miller or <mailto:jobethbradbury@gossagesager.com> Jobeth Bradbury on or before the closing date of October 12, 2014. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office)

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Attention Children's Authors & Publishers!
by Cathy Lancaster 29 Aug '14

29 Aug '14

Be a part of one of the fastest growing children's book festivals in the country! Sign up today for a spot at the Traverse City Children's Book Fest. http://www.tcchildrensbookfestival.com/pages.php?tabid=307&pageid=1426&titl… The Traverse City Children's Book Festival is a great opportunity for publishers to showcase their books. Hosted at an historic, intimate venue, the set-up allows for optimal display space and lots of foot traffic. As a part of a larger event in the region, it is a great day to catch early holiday shoppers in a literary community. Thanks, *Cathy Lancaster* Coordinator of Youth Services Traverse Area District Library (231) 932-8560 610 Woodmere Ave. Traverse City, MI 49686

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photocopy charges
by Dennis Kreps 29 Aug '14

29 Aug '14

For public libraries in particular-what do you all charge for color photocopies? We are in the process of purchasing a new machine for the public which will have color capabilities. We currently charge .15 for black & white copies. Thanks in advance everyone. Dennis Kreps Director, Richland Community Library 8951 Park Street Richland, MI 49083 [269] 629-9085 (phone) [269] 629-5330 (fax) dkreps(a)richlandlibrary.org "One stage of your journey is over, another begins." --Gandalf

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Please share: Jim Gill is coming to the Chippewa River District Library on Sept 13th
by Barbara Sanford 29 Aug '14

29 Aug '14

Hello, We are extremely excited to announce that Jim Gill, nationally renowned, award winning author and musician is coming to the Veterans Memorial Branch (Mt. Pleasant, MI) of the Chippewa River District Library on September 13th 2014. Jim will be doing an adult workshop for daycare providers, librarians, teachers, parents, grandparents-basically anyone who interacts with young children and wants to understand why we should offer children music play opportunities, as well as a family concert for all ages. The event is free, but we do ask that the morning workshop be for adults only, and that if you are interested, that you would pre-register on the events calendar at www.crdl.org<http://www.crdl.org>, or by calling Barb Sanford at 989-773-3242 ext. 23. The family concert does not require registration. I have attached a flier with all of the details about both the morning workshop and the afternoon concert. We hope to see you there! Please feel free to contact me off list with any questions! Barbara Sanford Youth Collections and Programming Coordinator Chippewa River District Library 301 S. University Ave Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 (989)773-3242 X 23 bsanford(a)crdl.org

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Mid-Michigan Digital Practitioners meetingq
by Driedger, Kevin (MDE) 29 Aug '14

29 Aug '14

The next meeting of the Mid-Michigan Digital Practitioners is happening on September, 18. Central Michigan University will host the next regional meeting of institutions interested in digital stewardship/curation and other digital initiatives. This meeting will bring together a wide range of professionals engaged in creating and curating digital collections in Mid-Michigan and the surrounding region, including librarians, archivists, museum curators, historians, and more. Meeting planning is done by MSU Archives and the MSU Libraries with support from CMU institution staff. Twitter comments at #MidMichDP. To register, please visit the registration site<https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/S5TDQDN>. Registration is open until September 5. The meeting is free to attend. Please contact Ed Busch<mailto:buschedw@msu.edu> with any questions regarding this conference. * Agenda<http://archives.msu.edu/about/documents/AgendaMMDP_Sep2014_final.pdf> * Directions<http://archives.msu.edu/about/documents/DrivingDirectionsandParkingInformat…> kevin ^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v Kevin Driedger Librarian for Conservation and Digitization Library of Michigan P.O. Box 30007 702 W. Kalamazoo Lansing, MI 48913 517-373-9440 driedgerk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:driedgerk@michigan.gov> www.facebook.com/conservation.at.lm<http://www.facebook.com/conservation.at.lm> www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> Invest in a child's future today. Support the MDE Culture of Reading. www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading<http://www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading> [Culture of Reading-A (2)]

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part-time positions at Benzie Shores District Library, Frankfort, MI
by Stacy Pasche 29 Aug '14

29 Aug '14

We have two part-time positions open at the Benzie Shores District Library (Frankfort, MI) Youth Services Librarian Youth Services Librarian for Benzie Shores District Library, Frankfort, MI. Seeking customer service-oriented person, energetic, excellent computer skills, good communication skills, versed in children’s literature. Responsible for creative programming for youth ages 1-18. 4-year college degree required. Knowledge of library operations and children’s services experience preferred. Hours range from 13-25 hours per week, depending on programming and season. Evening and weekend hours required. Send cover letter and resume to: employment(a)benzieshoreslibrary.org by 9/15/2014. EOE. Library Assistant Library Assistant Position for the Benzie Shores District Library, Frankfort, MI. Seeking customer service-oriented person, organizational skills with attention to details, excellent computer skills, good communication skills, knowledge of library operations. 4-year college degree required. Library or comparable experience preferred. Hours range from 13-20 per week. Evenings and weekend hours required. Send cover letter and resume to: employment(a)benzieshoreslibary.org by 9/15/2014. EOE. -- Stacy Pasche, Assistant Library Director

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Preservation training video
by Driedger, Kevin (MDE) 29 Aug '14

29 Aug '14

For a bit of Friday fun, and information, you should watch this new video "The Many Stations of Book Preservation" from the Harold B. Lee library at Brigham Young University which is designed to train their student workers on proper book handling. It is very clever. http://youtu.be/Ll0Gt2Q3Scg Kevin ^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v Kevin Driedger Librarian for Conservation and Digitization Library of Michigan P.O. Box 30007 702 W. Kalamazoo Lansing, MI 48913 517-373-9440 driedgerk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:driedgerk@michigan.gov> www.facebook.com/conservation.at.lm<http://www.facebook.com/conservation.at.lm> www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> Invest in a child's future today. Support the MDE Culture of Reading. www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading<http://www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading> [Culture of Reading-A (2)]

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Library Aide position open at Inkster Public Library
by Denise Bearre 28 Aug '14

28 Aug '14

There is a Library Aide opening at the Inkster Public Library, see attached for more information. -- Denise M Bearre, Library Director Inkster Public Library 2005 Inkster Rd Inkster, MI 48141 313-563-2822 dbearre(a)inksterlibrary.org

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MeL Minute – Gale Legal Forms Library
by Borrelli, Eunice (MDE) 28 Aug '14

28 Aug '14

Hello, It’s a fact of life that sometimes we need legal forms and information, whether consulting with an attorney or not. Local print resources might not be available or current or convenient, but don’t let that stop you from finding what you need. The Gale Legal Forms Library<http://subscriptions.uslegalforms.com/gale/index.php?s=categories> found in MeL’s Legal<http://mel.org/index.php?P=MeLGateways&ParentId=952> and Business<http://mel.org/index.php?P=MeLGateways&ParentId=832> Gateways and the alphabetic list of MeL databases<http://mel.org/Databases> contains copies of actual forms and documents that are continuously updated to reflect current state laws. Download and view completed samples. Explore popular searches (divorce, landlord tenant, name change), browse categories, and search the definitions and law digest sections. Michigan residents or Michigan library access only. Keep in mind that not all Michigan courts may accept the forms contained in this resource and you may need to check SCAO-Approved Court Forms, http://courts.mi.gov/administration/scao/forms/pages/default.aspx 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 Michigan.gov/mel<http://www.Michigan.gov/mel>. 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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Michigan Author Visits
by HOW Reynolds Twp Library 28 Aug '14

28 Aug '14

Hello, If you are looking for some interesting Michigan authors to have a program at your library, here are two wonderful suggestions. Author Ron Rademacher has written four books about all of the interesting places that you can visit in Michigan. The program he did for us was called Michigan Rediscovered and he took us on a road trip across the state! Very interesting! Check out his work on www.michiganbackroads.com. His programs cost $125 and you can reach him at ron(a)michiganbackroads.com. Author John Kozak has written about him and his familys experience living in and escaping from communist Czechoslovakia when he was a child. Through the Eyes of Rose is a great read and a wonderful program! He charges a tank of gas to come do a program and you can reach him at jkozakinc(a)aol.com.

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