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Youth Services Advocate position-Houston (TX) Public Library
by Jobeth Bradbury 19 Mar '14

19 Mar '14

Youth Services Advocate-Houston (TX) Public Library Link to a world of opportunities by joining the Houston Public Library <http://www.houstonlibrary.org/home> as the new Youth Services Advocate. Houston Public Library seeks a leader who is knowledgeable about current issues impacting youth, conversant about cutting edge youth services and technology trends, and is able to facilitate the fusion of traditional and nontraditional library services for youth and their caregivers. If you are a dynamic, energetic, uniquely talented individual focused on youth services, this could be your next position. This is your opportunity to become a vital member of an organization that is progressive, forward thinking, and customer focused. The successful candidate is creative and innovative and will have experience working successfully in a large, diverse, urban environment; will be responsible for modeling excellent customer service; and, for providing collaborative leadership for system-wide planning and delivery of stellar youth services for Houston residents. The Houston Public Library serves 2.1 million citizens over 634 square miles through a network of 44 unique facilities. In 2012, the library staff circulated just under 7 million items to 4.2 million visitors. Alive with energy and rich in diversity, Houston <http://www.houstontx.gov/> is a dynamic mix of imagination, innovation, talent and first-class attractions that make it a world-class city. Long noted for excellence in healthcare systems and top ranked hospitals, Houston is home to The Texas Medical Center, the worlds largest medical complex. Living in Americas fourth largest city has its perks. Houstons Theater District is second only to New York City, giving Houstonians access to more than 500 cultural, performing and visual arts venues. Boasting the second lowest cost-of-living among American cities, Houston has a winning combination of low cost-of-living and high quality-of-life. With the most affordable housing of the nations 10 most populated metropolitan areas, Houston offers a variety of choices. Houstons diverse population speaks more than 90 languages. This rich diversity not only fuels the citys vast cultural experiences but also more than satisfies the populations multiple international palates. With more than 11,000 award winning restaurants, a wide variety of foods are offered from around the world. With all that Houston has to offer, its no wonder that Houston topped Forbes Magazines 2012 list of <http://www.forbes.com/sites/morganbrennan/2012/07/26/houston-tops-our-list- of-americas-coolest-cities-to-live/> "America's Coolest Cities to Live. For additional information on the Library and the City, see Houston Links. <http://www.gossagesager.com/Houstonlinks.htm> Responsibilities. Responsibilities include developing policies, standards, and procedures, developing new and assisting with existing programs, assisting with materials selection, and planning workshops and training in the area of youth services. The YSA manages change, fosters team building and provides guidance, mentoring, and leadership for the systems children and youth services staff. The individual in this position represents the library throughout the community and to agencies and organizations serving children and youth. This position reports to the Deputy Director for Customer Experience and serves as an Administration Manager with system-wide youth services responsibility. Preferred qualifications. ALAaccredited Masters Degree in Library Science or a degree in youth services or a closely related field; with at least three years in a leadership capacity; minimum of six years working with youth in a public library or closely related experience. Additional preferred qualifications are a solid knowledge of current and future trends in library services to children and teens; superior communication and technology skills; demonstrated creativity and innovation in services to youth; knowledge of issues impacting todays children and youth; at least three years of management or supervisory experience; experience working in an ethnically and culturally diverse environment; ability to communicate and work collaboratively on all levels of the organization; ability to build and nurture community partnerships with agencies and organizations serving children and teens. For the complete job posting, visit Youth Services Advocate (Administration Manager) PN#12193. <http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=802909> Compensation. Salary range of $61,000.00 - $73,000.00 annually and an excellent fringe benefits package. If you are a visionary and transformational leader with exceptional customer service skills who values creativity and innovation, we would like to hear from you. Contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/contactus.html> via email or telephone for additional information. To start the application process, send a meaningful cover letter and your résumé as Word or pdf attachments to Karen Miller <mailto:karenmiller@gossagesager.com> or Jobeth Bradbury <mailto:jobethbradbury@gossagesager.com> and apply online at Youth Services Advocate (Administration Manager) PN#12193 <http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=802909> on or before the closing date of May 10, 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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DVD cases spoken for
by Yvonne Brown 19 Mar '14

19 Mar '14

The DVD cases went fast! Thanks everyone. We still have cassette cases. Does anyone use those anymore? Yvonne -- *Yvonne BrownAssistant Director for Technical ServicesLapeer District Librarywww.library.lapeer.org <http://www.library.lapeer.org>810.664.9521 x3116*

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giving away DVD cases and cassette tape cases
by Yvonne Brown 19 Mar '14

19 Mar '14

Does anyone need DVD cases (non-locking) or cassette tape cases? They are free for the taking. Here is what we have: 500 single DVD cases 82 four-capacity cassette cases 70 two-capacity cassette cases All of these are new; never been used. Thank you. Yvonne -- *Yvonne BrownAssistant Director for Technical ServicesLapeer District Librarywww.library.lapeer.org <http://www.library.lapeer.org>810.664.9521 x3116*

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Northville District Library WineTasting Fundraiser
by Karen Fehl 19 Mar '14

19 Mar '14

The Northville District Library is hosting it's second annual Books & Beyond fundraiser on Friday, April 4. The event is a wine tasting at the new Cantoro Italian Market & Trattoria, located on Haggerty Road just north of Five Mile Road. The fun begins at 7 p.m. and includes wines from northern and southern Italy, hors d'oeuvres by Cantoros, and fun raffle baskets. This promises to be a wonderful event for library supporters....and a chance to see the new Cantoro market which just opened to the public this week. Tickets are $45 per person and can be obtained online, by phone or in person. Cash, checks and credit cards accepted. Please visit our Books & Beyond site for details and ordering information. Hope to see you there! http://www.northvillelibrary.org/index.php/about-us/giving-to-your-library/… Karen Fehl, Public Relations Librarian Northville District Library 212 W. Cady St., Northville MI 48167 248-349-3020

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Vote for Vailey Oehlke for PLA President
by Kristen Krueger-Corrado 19 Mar '14

19 Mar '14

Vailey Oehlke, Director of Libraries at the Multnomah County Library, is a candidate for PLA President 2015/16. I encourage you to support her in her candidacy as she has a demonstrated commitment to public libraries, large and small, and their future as critical community assets. In addition to leading a well regarded library on the west coast, she has been deeply involved in work on behalf of public libraries across the country that is important to their continued relevance. You can read more about Vailey and her background here <http://www.ala.org/pla/about/election/oehlke>. The election is open March 19-April 25. Please consider casting your vote for Vailey. -Marcia Warner, Director, GRPL

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2013 Outstanding Friends of Michigan Libraries Award
by Linda Pierce 19 Mar '14

19 Mar '14

The Friends of Michigan Libraries (FOML) is pleased to announce that the Friends of Bayliss Public Library, Sault Ste Marie, Michigan will receive the 2013 Outstanding Friends of Michigan Libraries Award at the FOML annual membership meeting and workshop on April 3 at the Canton Public Library. Registration forms for the Canton Public Library FOML workshop can be found at http://foml.org/pdf/WorkshopSpring2014RegistrationForm.pdf The FOML Trustee Alliance will hold a trustee workshop on Friday, April 4, also at the Canton Public Library. That workshop will be led by Sarah Ann Long, a nationally-recognized library leader and trainer. Registration forms for the Trustee Alliance workshop can be found at http://fomltrusteealliance.org/pdf/WorkshopSpring2014RegistrationForm.pdf Paul Snyder, President Friends of Michigan Libraries (FOML) Shirley Bruursema FOML Trustee Alliance -- Linda Pierce Administrative Specialist Kettering Library Phone: (810) 762-9840 Fax: (810) 762-9744 1700 University Avenue ~ Flint, MI 48504 Kettering University

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Regional Print Management Symposium Viewing Party in Lansing - March 28, 2014
by Heather Ladiski 18 Mar '14

18 Mar '14

Are you unable to attend "Regional Print Management: Right-Scaling Solutions Symposium" on March 27-28, 2014, (hosted by OCLC Research, the Committee on Institutional Cooperation (CIC) & the Ohio State University Libraries) but are still interested in learning more about this topic? Join colleagues for an in-person, live-steam viewing party during the final day of the symposium hosted by the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS). The viewing party will be held on Friday, March 28, 2014 from 8:30 am-12:15 pm at our offices in Lansing, Michigan. A pizza lunch will be provided to those in attendance. To register for this event, go to: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1DLY98b88JU-Y2J7_Jq6DYKAbUsficAwYYLowRFk1mJ… Don't delay! there is no cost to attend but the deadline to register for this viewing party is Wednesday, March 26!! For more information on this conference, go to: http://www.cic.net/calendar/conferences/library/2014/oclc/home ******************** Heather M. Ladiski, CAP-OM Executive Assistant/Meeting Planner Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 1407 Rensen Street, Suite 1 Lansing, Michigan 48910-3657 800/530-9019 ext. 133 517/394-2420 ext. 133 Fax: 517/492-3885 NOTE: New email: ladiskih(a)mcls.org website: www.mcls.org Check out the MCLS Training Calendar at: http://mcls.org/workshops Like us on Facebook for the latest MCLS news: https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org

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SEMLOL Spring Meeting, April 11th, 1 - 4, Schoolcraft College
by Judy Dyki 18 Mar '14

18 Mar '14

Please join your library colleagues at the SEMLOL Spring 2014 Membership meeting, to be held the afternoon of April 11th from 1 - 4PM at Schoolcraft College's VistaTech Center (directions at: http://vistatech.schoolcraft.edu/Planners/MapsandParking.aspx) The topic is "Instruction Innovation: BI >> IL >> ??," presenting trends in library instruction paired with a practical workshop. Come survey the instruction landscape, and take new ideas back to your library. Convenient parking is available in Schoolcraft's north parking lot, just off Haggerty Road. More information can be found on the attached flyer. You can register online for the meeting at http://semlolspring2014.eventbrite.com. Register before April 7th to secure the earlybird rate of $15. Registration on or after April 7th is $20. SEMLOL's biannual meetings remain the area's most affordable regular professional development opportunity, and attendance is open to all (not just members). We look forward to seeing you there to share, discover and learn with us! Thanks, Joshua Neds-Fox SEMLOL Chair, 2013-2014 Wayne State University Library System jnf(a)wayne.edu<mailto:jnf@wayne.edu>

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Free Printer Ink Spoken For
by Jennifer Senger 18 Mar '14

18 Mar '14

Thank you to everyone who offered to take the printer ink off of our hands. It will be off to a new home here shortly. Have a great day! Jennifer Jennifer Senger Berrien Springs Community Library 215 W. Union Street Berrien Springs, MI 49103 (269) 471-7074 jsenger(a)ymail.com

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Comics Legend Art Spiegelman to visit Ypsilanti
by Gillian Ream Gainsley 18 Mar '14

18 Mar '14

PRESS RELEASE Comics Legend Art Spiegelman to visit Ypsilanti Fans of comics, art, and graphic literature should mark their calendars this spring for Art Spiegelman's multimedia presentation, "What the %@$*! Happened to Comics," presented by the Ypsilanti District Library. The event takes place Thursday, April 10 at Pease Auditorium and is expected to draw crowds from throughout southeast Michigan. As one of the most influential comics artists of our time, Art Spiegelman has taken comics off of the toy shelves and given them a prominent and growing place in literature. His seminal work, Maus, tells the story of his father's experiences as a holocaust survivor, depicting the Jews as mice and the Nazis as cats. Spiegelman has also worked extensively as an illustrator, created dozens of covers for The New Yorker, founded RAW magazine, and published several books including In the Shadow of No Towers, his reaction to the events of September 11. His multimedia talk will focus on the history of comics and how they influence society. He calls comics "the battlefield that great issues are battled on," and his insightful artwork and ability to discuss serious issues in graphic form have made him a legend in the worlds of both comics and literature. Spiegelman sign books after the presentation, and his books will be available for purchase courtesy of Nicola's Books in Ann Arbor. "Art Spiegelman's work appeals to so many people-comics fans, historians, kids who read Maus in school, and really anyone who loves art and literature. We are very proud to be able to bring him here" said Lori Coryell, Assistant Director of the Ypsilanti District Library. "Spiegelman himself says that 'comics are a gateway drug to literacy,' and we've seen that to be the case over and over again." This event is sponsored by Eastern Michigan University's Halle Library and the Friends of the Ypsilanti District Library. YDL works with the Friends and other community organizations to bring a major author to Ypsilanti each year. Mr. Spiegelman's visit also coincides with the library's spring theme: "Our Lives, Our Stories: The Greatest Generation." The spring season will feature a national traveling exhibit focused on the personal stories of members of the WWII generation, of which Maus is a poignant example. # # # Art Spiegelman's "What the %@$*! Happened to Comics" will take place Thursday, April 10 at 7:00 pm at Pease Auditoruim on EMU Campus. Tickets are $20 for adults or $10 for students, and a limited number of VIP tickets that include a reception with Mr. Spiegelman that evening at 6 pm are available for $50. Tickets go on sale January 24 at EMUTix.com or 734-487-2282. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Gillian Ream Gainsley Communications Coordinator Ypsilanti District Library ggainsley(a)ypsilibrary.org 734-879-1303

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