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Michigan legislation about library boards
by Robert P. Holley 29 May '14

29 May '14

Since my local state senator included the following in his weekly report, I'm curious about what the changes will be. Making Changes to Library Act Regarding Library Board Elections SB 546 Senate Bill 546 would amend Public Act 164 of 1877, which governs city, village, and township libraries, to revise provisions regarding library governing boards. Next: Returned to the Michigan Senate, where the bill was given immediate effect and ordered enrolled. It was presented to Governor Snyder on May 22, 2014, and awaits his signature into law. My apologies if I missed any earlier report on this legislation. Thanks. 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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HB5597
by James Lenze 29 May '14

29 May '14

A Bill was introduced in the House on May 27 (HB5597) to amend the District Library Establishment Act. On first reading, there seems to be very little changed by this Bill other than eliminating the sunset clause for school districts, and correcting the definition of "Department" to mean "Department of Education" instead of HAL. However, I notice that the last three lines of the Bill redefine "State Librarian" as "the Department" (department having already been defined as the Department of Education). I cannot help but wonder why this change is included. Does this reflect an erosion of the role and responsibilities of the State Librarian? Should we oppose this language? James B Lenze, Director jlenze(a)garden-city.lib.mi.us Garden City Public Library 31735 Maplewood St Garden City, MI 48135

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Huron Valley Council for the Arts Author Luncheon, Friday, 6/6/14
by Laurel Brandt 28 May '14

28 May '14

The 2014 Huron Valley Council for the Arts Author Luncheon will be at 11:30 on Friday, June 6th. The luncheon will be at the Prestwick Village Golf Club, 136 Inverness, in Highland Township. This year we're presenting two authors. Milford author Marc Prey will speak about his recent book *When It Comes to Spooning, I'm a Fork.* Ann Arbor author Keith Taylor will speak about the short story collection *Ghost Writers: Us Haunting Them,* which he co-edited and contributed to, and *If the World Becomes So Bright,* a book of his poetry. More information about the luncheon and authors, plus how to purchase tickets is on the HVCA website: www.huronvalleyarts.org/1/257/annual_author_luncheon.asp Hope to see you there! Laurel -- Laurel Brandt Adult Services Reference Librarian Milford Public Library 330 Family Drive Milford, MI 48381 248-684-0845 x304 www.milfordlibrary.info lbrandt at milfordlibrary dot info

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LibraryBiz Connect Teleconferences
by Amy Lee 28 May '14

28 May '14

~Please excuse cross postings~ The next LibraryBiz Connect teleconference will be in September (date to be determined). In the meantime, if you have any questions, please contact librarybizconnect(a)gmail.com<mailto:librarybizconnect@gmail.com>. Enjoy your summer and 'see' you in the fall. LibraryBiz Connect [Description: CPL New Logo] Amy J. Lee, MLIS Canton Public Library Information Services Department 1200 S. Canton Center Road Canton, MI 48188 734-397-0999

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CORRECTION: Society Receives Kellogg Grant to Fund Diversity Efforts and Michigan History for Kids Magazine
by HSM 28 May '14

28 May '14

An inadvertent misspelling was found in the previous news release sent out under this title. Please see the corrected news release below. We apologize for any inconvenience. May 28, 2014 Society Receives Kellogg Grant to Fund Diversity Efforts and Michigan History for Kids Magazine The Historical Society of Michigan (HSM) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a grant by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation to achieve its project "Expanding the Story: Engaging Michigan's Urban, Minority, and Underserved Communities." This $300,000 grant will allow HSM to accomplish two significant objectives: 1) to continue the work of its original Kellogg Foundation grant to more fully engage Michigan's minority and underserved communities in the appreciation of state history, and 2) to begin a new initiative to re-launch Michigan History for Kids magazine. The grant period will be from July 1, 2014, through June 30, 2016. "We are very happy that a major element of this grant will enable us to bring back Michigan History for Kids," said Larry J. Wagenaar, Executive Director of the Society. "Besides being an important tool for the study of history for elementary-age children, this magazine will feature lessons in history that reflect the diversity of our state." Geared toward students in the third and fourth grades, Michigan History for Kids will be launched in several stages. "We will be working from the ground up on this magazine," continued Wagenaar. "From hiring a new Education Outreach Director and Editor of Michigan History for Kids who will oversee the project to developing content that reflects the stories of all Michigan peoples, Michigan History for Kids and its related efforts will be a huge undertaking, but one we are looking forward to bringing to fruition." The Education Outreach Director and Editor of Michigan History for Kids will also assist with education outreach by developing curriculum, in tandem with teachers, that ties together school requirements with content from the magazine, the Michigan History Day (National History Day in Michigan) competition, and other educational initiatives of the Society. The re-launch for Michigan History for Kids is expected to include the debut of a digital version that children will be able to access over the Internet. A print version will also be available. Limited availability of Michigan History for Kids is expected in the fall of 2014 as HSM undertakes a "soft launch" with select schools to allow for feedback and improvements in preparation for larger scale availability in 2015. The grant will also continue the work of HSM's original Kellogg Foundation grant, "Exploring the History of All Michigan Peoples," which ended December 31, 2013. This round will see support and increased services for Michigan's minority and underserved communities through a multitude of channels. First, HSM will extend in-depth field services and professional consulting to organizations that are focused on preserving and interpreting minority history so that they become sustainable institutions within their communities. Second, outreach to communities with high populations of minority students will continue so that more children will be able to participate in the Michigan History Day competitions. There will also be opportunities for after-school clubs and schools to receive additional support in order to partake in the Michigan History Day program. Third, HSM will continue to offer diverse content in every facet of its publications, conferences, and workshops. For more information on HSM and its programs, visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org> www.hsmichigan.org. _____ _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our state's oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan's rich history. _____ For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370 For Immediate Release The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 Fax: (517) 324-4370 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org Contact Nancy Feldbush Communications Manager (517) 324-1828 <mailto:feldbush@hsmichigan.org> feldbush(a)hsmichigan.org This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our state's history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with "remove" in the subject line.

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Society Receives Kellogg Grant to Fund Diversity Efforts and Michigan History for Kids Magazine
by HSM 28 May '14

28 May '14

May 28, 2014 Society Receives Kellogg Grant to Fund Diversity Efforts and Michigan History for Kids Magazine The Historical Society of Michigan (HSM) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a grant by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation to achieve its project "Expanding the Story: Engaging Michigan's Urban, Minority, and Underserved Communities." This $300,000 grant will allow HSM to accomplish two significant objectives: 1) to continue the work of its original Kellogg Foundation grant to more fully engage Michigan's minority and undeserved communities in the appreciation of state history, and 2) to begin a new initiative to re-launch Michigan History for Kids magazine. The grant period will be from July 1, 2014, through June 30, 2016. "We are very happy that a major element of this grant will enable us to bring back Michigan History for Kids," said Larry J. Wagenaar, Executive Director of the Society. "Besides being an important tool for the study of history for elementary-age children, this magazine will feature lessons in history that reflect the diversity of our state." Geared toward students in the third and fourth grades, Michigan History for Kids will be launched in several stages. "We will be working from the ground up on this magazine," continued Wagenaar. "From hiring a new Education Outreach Director and Editor of Michigan History for Kids who will oversee the project to developing content that reflects the stories of all Michigan peoples, Michigan History for Kids and its related efforts will be a huge undertaking, but one we are looking forward to bringing to fruition." The Education Outreach Director and Editor of Michigan History for Kids will also assist with education outreach by developing curriculum, in tandem with teachers, that ties together school requirements with content from the magazine, the Michigan History Day (National History Day in Michigan) competition, and other educational initiatives of the Society. The re-launch for Michigan History for Kids is expected to include the debut of a digital version that children will be able to access over the Internet. A print version will also be available. Limited availability of Michigan History for Kids is expected in the fall of 2014 as HSM undertakes a "soft launch" with select schools to allow for feedback and improvements in preparation for larger scale availability in 2015. The grant will also continue the work of HSM's original Kellogg Foundation grant, "Exploring the History of All Michigan Peoples," which ended December 31, 2013. This round will see support and increased services for Michigan's minority and undeserved communities through a multitude of channels. First, HSM will extend in-depth field services and professional consulting to organizations that are focused on preserving and interpreting minority history so that they become sustainable institutions within their communities. Second, outreach to communities with high populations of minority students will continue so that more children will be able to participate in the Michigan History Day competitions. There will also be opportunities for after-school clubs and schools to receive additional support in order to partake in the Michigan History Day program. Third, HSM will continue to offer diverse content in every facet of its publications, conferences, and workshops. For more information on HSM and its programs, visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org> www.hsmichigan.org. _____ _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our state's oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan's rich history. _____ For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm(a)hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370 For Immediate Release The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 Fax: (517) 324-4370 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org Contact Nancy Feldbush Communications Manager (517) 324-1828 <mailto:feldbush@hsmichigan.org> feldbush(a)hsmichigan.org This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our state's history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with "remove" in the subject line.

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New MeL is Coming!
by BiggThomas, Deb (MDE) 28 May '14

28 May '14

Hi All-The MeL Teams at the Library of Michigan and MCLS have been working on bringing up a new look and feel for the Michigan eLibrary including new functionality for quite some time, and well, longer than we anticipated!? Some of you have seen screen shots in presentations we've done this past year or so, and now we are really close to debuting the new and improved MeL! Stay tuned...it's just around the corner...in June 2014. Same URL: http://mel.org! Please share widely :) Kind regards, Deb N.B. to Denise, Janice, Megan and Karen/Barb: Please share with your lists-Denise (Coop Directors), Janice (COLD), Megan (MeL Databases), Karen/Barb (M.O.R.E.), Karren (School Libraries-Gov. Del.) Thank you! Deb Biggs Thomas, MA AMLS Michigan eLibrary & Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517-373-4466 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Visit MeL at: http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> and on Facebook at: http://facebook.com/mel.org The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a new video series highlighting Michigan libraries and how they are making a difference in their communities. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ and watch the 21st Century Libraries episode.

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LOC Subject Headings Volumes
by Mary Cornell 28 May '14

28 May '14

Hello all, The LOC Subject Headings volumes have been spoken for! Thanks! Best, Mary Cornell Technical Services Supervisor Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library 500 Market Street St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 983-7167 www.stjoseph.lib.mi.us<http://www.stjoseph.lib.mi.us>

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Are you ready to step up?
by Lise Mitchell 28 May '14

28 May '14

Hi, I know that summer is a busy time, but what better way to get prepared for all the visitors coming to your library then by attending a great MLA workshop. Don't miss this chance to learn more about how to spot community assets, create new advocates for the library, and how to polish your library pitch. If you have said you wished you had more time for advocacy or wished you were more comfortable doing it, or even if you are an amazing public speaker -- then this workshop is for you. Learn how to maximize your time and skills and get people's attention. Come and get the skills to really delve into your communities' strengths and how to connect them to your library. Get ready to talk about what amazing places our libraries and communities are. For some of our patrons, summer is the only time they visit us and we only have a brief window to get them excited about the library. And if summer is not your busy time, then even better, you will now have the tools to tackle the next semester of students! Check out MLA's Library as Platform workshop on Friday, June 6!! Early bird registration ends May 30 -- save some dough! http://www.milibraries.org/prof-development-networking/the-library-as-platf… for the agenda and registration. Be there or be square, lise -- Lise Mitchell, Director Grand Ledge Area District Library 131 E. Jefferson Street Grand Ledge, MI 48837 gladldirector(a)gmail.com 517-622-3018 direct 517-627-7014 Library 517-627-6276 fax

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Hardvcover LOC Subject Headings Volumes
by Mary Cornell 28 May '14

28 May '14

Hello all, I have a copy of the 27th edition (2004) Library of Congress Subject Headings (all 5 volumes). All are in good shape but no longer used at our library. If anyone would be interested in them, please contact me off list. Thanks! Best, Mary Cornell Technical Services Supervisor Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library 500 Market Street St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 983-7167 www.stjoseph.lib.mi.us<http://www.stjoseph.lib.mi.us>

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