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LOEX 2014 Call for Proposals
by Christina Radisauskas 20 Sep '13

20 Sep '13

*LOEX 2014: Call for Proposals* *Creative Visualization: The Art of Information Literacy *42nd Annual LOEX Conference May 8 - 10, 2014 Grand Rapids, Michigan *Proposals due*: *Friday, November 22, 2013* We invite you to submit breakout session proposals to be considered for presentation at the LOEX 2014 Conference in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Proposals should showcase effective and innovative library instruction & information literacy practices, provide useful information that participants can utilize at their libraries, support collaboration, and be as applicable as possible to a wide range of academic institution types. Successful proposals should reflect elements of one of seven tracks: * Priming the Canvas -- Leadership and Professional Development * In the Studio -- Teaching and Learning Spaces * Impressions/Expressions -- Evaluation and Assessment * Brushes, Paints & Palettes -- Technologies and Innovation * Inside the Frame -- Visual Literacy * Mixed Media Magic -- Collaborative Relationships * Theory & Technique -- Instructional Design and Performance *Breakout Session Formats *Two types of proposals will be accepted: ** Presentation: *A 50-minute session that includes time for a 40-45 minute presentation and 5-10 minutes of question and answer. Most feature a successful program, practice or key issue related to instruction or information literacy. Presentations are intended for an audience typically of 30-70 people. Presenters should include in the proposal description the topic and an outline of the presentation. ** Interactive Workshop*: A 50-minute session where the presenter facilitates a learning experience in which attendees develop or explore teaching and/or research techniques. Presenters are expected to facilitate a well-planned and interactive session. Workshops are intended for an audience typically of 30-50 people. Proposals should include a description of the topic and details on how the presenter will make this session a “hands-on” experience for attendees. In addition to breakout sessions: 1. Students currently enrolled in a Master's program in library and information sciences, along with librarians in resident or intern programs, will be invited to propose poster sessions. Details about poster sessions will be issued in a separate call for proposals. 2. Lightning Talks—short (seven minutes or less) presentations given during a single Saturday session by different presenters. There will only be a handful (~ five) lightning talk presentations, as they are intended to be an energizing, but small, part of the conference. Proposals will be due in late January. More details about Lightning Talks will be issued in a November call for proposals. *Submission Information* Proposals can be submitted only through the online submission form and must be received by *Friday, November 22, 2013*. The primary contact for the proposal will receive a message indicating receipt of the proposal when it is submitted and will be notified if the proposal has been accepted for presentation by *Friday, January 10, 2014*. If your proposal is accepted, then up to three presenters will be automatically registered for the conference and required to pay registration in full by *Monday, March 31, 2014*. More information, including the proposal submission form, can be found at: http://www.loexconference.org/breakoutproposals.html If you have any questions about submitting a proposal, contact Christina Radisauskas at sessions2014(a)loexconference.org ----------------------------------------------------- Learn more about the LOEX 2014 Conference at http://www.loexconference.org/ Learn more about LOEX at http://www.emich.edu/public/loex/index.html -- Christina Radisauskas Information Literacy Librarian Grace Hauenstein Library Aquinas College 1607 Robinson Rd SE Grand Rapids, MI 49506 616-632-2124

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steve lehto contact information
by COO Lavonne Marshall 19 Sep '13

19 Sep '13

Does anyone have contact information for Michigan author Steve Lehto. LaVonne Marshall Director Coopersville Area District Library 333 Ottawa Street Coopersville MI 49404 616-837-6809 "If you have good thoughts they will shine out of your face like sunbeams and you will always look lovely" Roald Dahl

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Genealogy Research Presentation at the Pinckney Library
by hsiasoco＠pinckneylibrary.org 19 Sep '13

19 Sep '13

Dear Colleagues, We would like to invite you and your patrons to attend an upcoming "Beyond the Basics in Your Genealogy Research" presentation at the Pinckney Community Public Library on Saturday, September 21, at 10:30am-12pm. Join us as Librarian Sarah Hatter explains and demonstrates the variety of resources available in researching your family's history beyond Ancestry.com. (For more details, go to: http://www.pinckneylibrary.org/news-events/beyond-the-basics-09-21-13.pdf/v… or call the library at 734-878-3888.) The program is free to the public and refreshments will be served. We hope very much to see you then! Sincerely, Hope Siasoco, Library Director Pinckney Community Public Library 125 Putnam Street Pinckney, MI 48169 Tel: 734-878-2952 Fax: 734-878-2907 Email: hsiasoco(a)pinckneylibrary.org

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Digital Inclusion: Who’s Job Is It?
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 19 Sep '13

19 Sep '13

For those looking for information on and support for broadband in your library, please see the Institute of Museum and Library Services post below on "The Internet is Important to Everyone." Karren Reish Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 Reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Reishk@michigan.gov> From: "IMLS News " <imlsnews(a)imls.gov<mailto:imlsnews@imls.gov>> Date: September 19, 2013, 1:16:36 PM EDT Subject: New IMLS Blog Post: Digital Inclusion: Who’s Job Is It? Reply-To: "imlsnews(a)imls.gov<mailto:imlsnews@imls.gov>" <imlsnews(a)imls.gov<mailto:imlsnews@imls.gov>> To view this message in a browser, please click here<http://www.idevmail.net/message.aspx?d=73&m=1713&e=reishk@michigan.gov&r=81…>. [http://www.idevmail.net/UserFiles/imls/image/logoIMLS.gif] September 19, 2013 -- New Blog Post from UpNext: The IMLS Blog<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=1&d=73&mid=363882&m=1713> Digital Inclusion: Who’s Job Is It? WebJunction launched the infographic, “The Internet Is Important To Everyone,” to bring attention to the impact broadband has on our lives and offer actions our communities can take. Read full post online at http://blog.imls.gov/?p=4174<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=2&d=73&mid=363882&m=1713>. 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 and 17,500 museums. 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=3&d=73&mid=363882&m=1713> and follow us on Facebook<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=4&d=73&mid=363882&m=1713> and Twitter<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=5&d=73&mid=363882&m=1713>.

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Technology Forum Registration NOW OPEN
by Angie Michelini 19 Sep '13

19 Sep '13

We are happy to announce that the October 4 TLN Technology Forum Registration is now open . The forum will be held at the Bloomfield Township Public Library. Please see the attached flyer for further details. Registrations are due by September 20 . The cost is $25 per person . Please go to this link: http://tln.lib.mi.us/events/ to access the Forum Information and Registration Details. A link can also be found on the TLN Home Page at http://tln.lib.mi.us Registrations will be accepted via check or via paypal. Please submit one registration per attendee . Please remember to complete the breakout session priority form when you register . The breakout session form provides a brief description of each of the breakout sessions. A formal description of the forum program will be provided soon. We look forward to seeing you at the Forum! Angie Michelini Technology Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court, Novi, MI 48375 Office: 248.536.3100 x144, primary contact number Cell: 734.673.7303, urgent requests only

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Little Free Libraries
by Hope Nobel 19 Sep '13

19 Sep '13

I hope you'll all forgive me sending a note out to you all, even though I'm no longer in MI. I have the greatest respect for the collective experience of Michigan librarians, and wanted to ask: Have any of your libraries used Little Free Libraries as an outreach? We are considering doing that, and I would be grateful for any wisdom you're willing to share. Thank you, Hope Nobel Director, Jackson County Public Library (WV)

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AWE Learning Center Discount Opportunity
by Angie Michelini 19 Sep '13

19 Sep '13

Hi Everyone, AWE Digital Learning Solutions is offering a discount opportunity from October 1 through November 15, 2013 for all public libraries in the State of Michigan. Please see the attached document for pricing and further details. Further discounts are applied as more orders are received. For instance, if 1-9 orders are received from public libraries throughout the State, the price for 1-9 units applies. If 10 or more orders are received then, there's an additional discount and so on. Jeremy Link from AWE will be tracking all the orders and notifying libraries as to what their price will be after counting all the unit orders. Please contact Jeremy Link direct for questions and order information. His contact information is included at the end of the attachment. Thank you, Angie Michelini Technology Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court, Novi, MI 48375 Office: 248.536.3100 x144, primary contact number Cell: 734.673.7303, urgent requests only

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U of M research needed
by Laura Fromwiller 18 Sep '13

18 Sep '13

Hello All, I am looking for a MLIS student in the Ann Arbor area to do some minor research (maybe an hour) at the Bentley Historical Library at U of M. Please contact me off list if interested. Thank you, Laura Fromwiller Lapeer District Library Reference Department Head (810)664-6971 lauraf(a)lib.lapeer.org -- Laura Fromwiller Lapeer District Library Reference Department Head (810)664-6971 lauraf(a)lib.lapeer.org

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Library cards scanned into phones
by Marth Lee 18 Sep '13

18 Sep '13

Collective Wisdom, Do you accept library cards scanned into a phone to check materials out from your library? If so, do you require additional ID or do you have a library ap to use with the scanned card? What are the pros and cons of accepting or rejecting scanned library cards? Currently we only accept a library card or personal ID (such as a driver's license or student ID) for checking out materials. We have not accepted scanned library cards, but are considering it. I have followed arguments for and against, and am wondering how common the acceptance of scanned cards is in Michigan. Thank you for your input! Martha Lee Head of Support Services Orion Township Public Library, MI

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Rural Service Grant opportunity
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 18 Sep '13

18 Sep '13

See the description below for grants to improve community services in rural areas. From the Library Grants blog. >>>>>>>>>>> Deadline: October 1, 2013 As part of its going commitment to rural communities across the country, the Foundation for Rural Service provides annual grants for communities served by NTCA members. The goal of this program is to support local efforts to build and sustain a high quality of life in rural America. Grants will be concentrated in four major areas: * Business Development * Community Development * Education * Telecommunications Grants can range from $250 to $5000 that go back in to rural communities, every year. FRS grants will allow rural communities to take that first step towards a project or plan that can help better the lives of those around them - whether it is smart boards in schools, a Main Street beautification project, better agricultural equipment for farms, start-up money for young entrepreneurs, or basic computer classes. These funds help rural Americans invest in their communities in meaningful ways. The Foundation will give priority to proposals that foster collaboration among different community agencies, and local government, reflect a comprehensive approach to community development, promote community participation and engagement, and make rural communities a better place to live and work. Download the 2013 FRS Grant Proposal Guidelines<http://www.frs.org/images/documents/2013-frs-grant-proposal.pdf> or find additional information on the Foundation for Rural Service at http://www.frs.org/rural-community-outreach/grant-program. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices<http://www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices> www.michigan.gov/michiganreads<http://www.michigan.gov/michiganreads> www.michigan.gov/sl21<http://www.michigan.gov/sl21>

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