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Tony Sivalelli, author of Ambassadors to the Stars at the Warren Civic Center Wednesday, October 30
by fabak＠libcoop.net 04 Oct '13

04 Oct '13

Hello, Have you ever pondered that age-old question—Are we alone in the universe? Tony Sivalelli, paranormal researcher and author, tackles this question in his book, Ambassadors to the Stars. Tony will be with us at the Warren Civic Center on Wednesday, October 30 at 6:00 to discuss his theories. There will also be time for the audience to share their own experiences with unexplained events. What a perfectly shivery Halloween happening! I am attaching our flyer for the event in case you would like to make copies for your patrons. If you have any questions or need additional information, please let me know. Thanks, Kathy Faba Branch Librarian Warren Public Library - Civic Center Branch

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technology devices
by Sheila Bissonnette 03 Oct '13

03 Oct '13

Good afternoon all, I'm curious to learn what other libraries are doing regarding assisting patrons with the millions of different technology devices. I'm sure we are not the only library to have people coming in with MP3 players, ipods, cellular phones, trail cameras, Garmin's, tom-toms......... (the list could go on and on and on) all looking for help in downloading or updating software on these devices. We find the majority of our community who have these "devices" do not have computers at home. Which also means they are not active with email (which also is a problem with a number of devices who want to connect to their users) If they have an email they can't remember the login information to access it. We have 14 public access workstations that we make available to our community. Our public workstations are locked down pretty tight. Some people consider them "personal computers" available to the public but they really are not personal computers. They are workstations designed for public use. I would really be interested to learn what other libraries are doing to deal with this challenge. Do any libraries have a policy on what devices can be used on their public workstations? If you allow devices to be connected to a workstations, what are they? Your input would be appreciated!! Thanks Sheila Sheila M. Bissonnette, MLIS Library Director Pere Marquette District Library & Harrison District Library Pere Marquette District Library Harrison District Library 185 E. 4th Street 105 E. Main Street Clare, MI 48617 P.O. Box 380 www.pmdl.org<http://www.pmdl.org/> Harrison, MI 48625 www.harrisondistrictlibrary.org<www.harrisondistrictlibrary.org%20> Phone: (989) 386-7576 ext 4 Phone: (989) 539-6711 Fax: (989) 386-3576 Fax: (989) 539-6301 Cell: (989) 878-0450 [PMDLLogoSign] [Description: hdlsign]

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Digital Literacy & Library Technology Session Proposals Encouraged for the Rural Libraries Conference
by White, Shannon (MDE) 03 Oct '13

03 Oct '13

The call for proposals for the 2014 Rural Libraries Conference is now open. https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/RLC2014 The Steering Committee is especially interested in receiving submissions from libraries that would like to share their experiences with digital literacy and library technology. These could include the following types of sessions: * Sharing computer training program ideas and best practices * Creating collaborations with other organizations to bring digital literacy or other technology services to your community * Innovative use of technology to provide library programming or services * Creative uses of online sources such as DigitalLiteracy.gov or DigitalLearn.org or other digital literacy resources The ideas listed above are only there to help generate ideas for program submissions. Please consider more topics or ideas than I have listed here. If you have questions, feel free to contact me. Of course we have more than digital literacy in mind when we look to fill the 2014 RLC program so if you are interested in another area, please take a look at the submission form for more information. https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/RLC2014 Proposals are due Monday, October 21, 2013 in order to be considered for inclusion in the 2014 conference. The contact person for the proposal will be notified of the status of the submission by the end of December 2013. The Library of Michigan will provide all presenters with: Full conference registration and one night's lodging at the Grand Hotel or other hotel accommodation up to the state rate of $75 per night. If you have questions about the submission process or Rural Libraries Conference, please contact me at whites29(a)michigan.gov or 517-373-9489. Shannon ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shannon D. White Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-9489; Fax: 517-373-5700 Toll free: 877-479-0021 whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:whites29@michigan.gov> http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan

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Library Webinars for October
by White, Shannon (MDE) 03 Oct '13

03 Oct '13

Don't forget about our monthly list of library-related webinars is available on the Library of Michigan website. The document is full of FREE webinar content you may find useful. Each month you can find the document here: www.michigan.gov/libraryce<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryce> Scroll down to the Online Education (National) section to find the PDF document for this month. Some of the highlights still remaining this month include: * October 8 (2-3 pm) Geek the Library: Launch a Local Campaign * October 10 (9-12:15 pm) MeL Databases Career and Business Highlights * October 10 (3-4 pm) Money Smart Week @ your library Webinar * October 16 (3-4 pm) How to Hire IT Staff for Your Library * October 24 (2:30-4 pm) Early STEM Learning in Library Programs for Young Children * October 31 (2-3 pm) Staff Technology Skills: Creating a Learning Environment If you have questions about a particular webinar, please contact the organization that is providing the information. There are links to all the organizations along with the listings. Also, be sure to note the location of the organization to make certain you are checking for the correct time zone. The items listed in the document are all in Eastern but when you visit an organizations site they may only list their local time. Most of these are recorded by the entity providing the webinar. Please check their website for details on archived recordings. http://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2013_Free_Webinars_f… Shannon ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shannon D. White Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-9489; Fax: 517-373-5700 Toll free: 877-479-0021 whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:whites29@michigan.gov> http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan

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Job Posting - PT Youth Services
by Mary Rzepczynski 03 Oct '13

03 Oct '13

The Delta Township Manager's Office will be accepting applications for a part-time position at the Delta Township District Library, 5130 Davenport Road in Lansing. Library Assistant, Youth Services (part-time) Under the supervision of the Youth Services Librarian, this position performs a variety of duties and responsibilities that assists in the smooth and efficient operation of the library; plans library programs for infants, toddlers, youth, and teens; provides readers advisory and informational assistance to all ages; assists in maintaining the youth section of the library; assists with community and school outreach; assists as requested in other areas of the library. Posting deadline: Wednesday, October 16 at 5 p.m. Additional information can be found at: http://www.dtdl.org/about-us/employment-opportunities/ Anyone interested in applying may submit a resume and/or application to the Delta Township Manager's Office, Attn. Linda Wells, 7710 W Saginaw Hwy, Lansing, Michigan 48917. Thank you. Mary Rzepczynski | Assistant Library Director Contributing Editor, Public Libraries Delta Township District Library | dtdl.org Currently reading: Stacy London, The Truth About Style Currently listening to: Chris Colfer, Land of Stories: The Enchantress Returns

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Free Tattle-Tape Taken
by Jackie Skinner 03 Oct '13

03 Oct '13

Hello, The Tattle Tape has been taken. Thanks, Jackie Jacqueline Skinner Public Services Librarian Otsego County Library 700 South Otsego Avenue Gaylord, Michigan 49735 http://www.otsegocountylibrary.org jskinner(a)otsego.org (989) 732-5841 (989) 732-9401 FAX

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Job posting
by Fiona Brown 03 Oct '13

03 Oct '13

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Free Tattle-Tape
by Jackie Skinner 03 Oct '13

03 Oct '13

Hello, We have 4 boxes of free 3M Tattle-Tape that we are willing to send to a good home. We have two boxes for larger books (size B2) , and 2 boxes for smaller books (size B1). If you are interested, please contact me at email address: jskinner(a)otsego.org Thanks, Jackie Jacqueline Skinner Public Services Librarian Otsego County Library 700 South Otsego Avenue Gaylord, Michigan 49735 http://www.otsegocountylibrary.org jskinner(a)otsego.org (989) 732-5841 (989) 732-9401 FAX

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Advanced E-rate Training - October 29 in Lansing
by White, Shannon (MDE) 03 Oct '13

03 Oct '13

The Advanced E-rate Training session is scheduled for Tuesday, October 29,2013<http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/showcourse.asp?40> and will be held at the Library of Michigan. Linda Schatz will lead attendees through updates provided by the SLD. The workshop will focus on procurement and the Form 471 along with other information needed to submit an application. This workshop follows up on the information provided in the June Basic E-rate workshop held in June and will focus on higher-level issues that are encountered during the application process. Please see the full description of the event on the online course registration page for complete information and to register for the session. http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/showcourse.asp?40 The deadline to register is October 21, 2013. Registration for this workshop is limited to staff members of Michigan libraries. Registration is $30 per person. This includes refreshments, lunch and class material. --- AGENDA --- 8:30-8:45 Registration 8:45-10:15 Instruction 10:15-10:30 Break 10:30-12 Instruction 12-12:30 Lunch 12:30-2:00 Instruction 2:00-2:15 Break 2:15-4:15 Instruction 4:15-4:30 Wrap up and evaluations ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shannon D. White Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-9489; Fax: 517-373-5700 Toll free: 877-479-0021 whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:whites29@michigan.gov> http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan

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NOW OPEN! Registration for "Consulting Toolkit", "Designing Online Courses", "Successful Leadership"
by Liz Markel 02 Oct '13

02 Oct '13

Registration for ALA's 2014 Midwinter Meeting opened yesterday, which means registration for ASCLA's ticketed events is also open! HOORAY! Topics we're covering this year: * Successful leadership, with a focus on personalities, emotional intelligence, dealing with change and creating a motivating environment * Designing online courses that will engage and educate * How to become a library consultant (Yes, it's back! And tickets are going VERY quickly!) Below is a quick overview of our offerings; more information, including pricing, is on the ASCLA website: http://www.ala.org/ascla/asclaevents/midwinter/midwintermeeting You do not need to register for Midwinter in order to purchase a ticket for any of these events! Make the trip from DC or NYC and join us for a day for a valuable learning experience. Select "Ticketed Events and Institutes Only" as your registration type to buy tickets for just these events. REGISTER NOW at http://alamw14.ala.org/register-now! +++Please share this message with colleagues and other distribution lists that may find it of interest!+++ Designing Online Courses for Significant Learning Experiences 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Friday, Jan. 24 Are you a teaching librarian currently offering an online course but looking for ways to enhance the course structure and content? Are you a seasoned professional with special skills and expertise that you see a market for via an e-course? Gain the skills and confidence to assist others in the development of online courses, or to develop their own online training modules or courses. The techniques applied in this session can also be applied to face-to-face course development. All participants will receive certificates of participation. Knowing You, Knowing Them: The Secret to Successful Leadership 9 a.m. - 4 p.m, Friday, Jan. 24 One of the biggest challenges of leading others is understanding what makes them tick. This full-day workshop will help you understand both yourself in light of your leadership responsibilities and those who work for you. Instead of offering a checklist or template of how-tos, we'll focus on the human element of leadership. You will leave this session with insights into personalities, emotional intelligence, dealing with change and creating a motivating environment - secrets that can help you be a more successful leader! Assembling a Consulting Toolkit: What You Need to Know to be a Successful Library Consultant 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 23 and 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Friday, Jan. 24 Many of you have asked for it....IT'S BACK!!!! Seasoned consultants Nancy Bolt and Liz Bishoff will present an overview of the consultant's role and guide you through an active and engaging self-assessment to uncover your unique consulting potential and strengths. Takeaways include marketing tips, pricing your services, responding to RFPs, finding clients, business management strategies and so much more. Note that this event is held over two days-Thursday afternoon and Friday morning-with an opportunity for networking on Thursday evening. **This institute will not be offered in Las Vegas, so don't miss out on this opportunity!** Consultants Networking Luncheon hosted by ASCLA Library Consultants Interest Group 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 25 Lunch and learn with colleagues! This event provides an opportunity for consultants and independent librarians to make connections with other professionals. We'll also have an hour of education focused on valuable skills for consultants; last year's event covered icebreaker activities, refining your elevator speech and Twitter. The event is hosted by ASCLA's Library Consultants Interest Group (http://connect.ala.org/node/151445 <http://connect.ala.org/node/151445> ). Whether you're new to consulting or have decades of experience, please join this fun group for some peer-to-peer networking and education. ABOUT US: ASCLA, a small, mighty and growing division of the American Library Association (ALA), is a diverse organization of librarians and support staff who work in academic and public libraries, state agencies, specialized libraries and cooperatives, as well as those who are self-employed. Our division's work centers on member-driven interest groups <http://www.ala.org/news/ascla/asclaourassoc/asclainterest/list> that represent the diversity and important work of our engaged and active members. Learn more about ASCLA and how to join this innovative division. <http://www.ala.org/news/ascla/asclaourassoc/joinascla/joinascla> Liz F. Markel, M.A. Marketing & Programs Manager Association of Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies (ASCLA) Reference and User Services Association (RUSA) The American Library Association // 50 E. Huron Street // Chicago, IL 60611 800-545-2433 // p. 312-280-4398 // f. 312-280-5273 // e. lmarkel(a)ala.org Find our divisions online at www.ala.org/rusa & www.ala.org/ascla

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