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by Trixie L. McMeeking 05 May '14

05 May '14

Good morning all, If you attended RLC this last week and are looking for something to do with your name tag holder from Gale/Cengage, I would like them! I have a summer reading project in mind for them, so send them along to zv 164. Thank you very much! Hope everyone had a great conference, I know I certainly did. Trixie L. McMeeking, Director Homer Public Library 141 W. Main St. Homer, MI 49245 517-568-3450 Fax 517-568-4021 hpl(a)wowway.biz homerpl.michlibrary.org

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Contemporary Authors and Literary Cavalcade -- Any Takers?
by Stephanie 05 May '14

05 May '14

Hello everyone -- We have a set of Contemporary Authors and quite a few old sets of Literary Cavalcade that are no longer needed. If you'd like them please let me know and we can work on getting them sent to you in batches through RIDES. They need to be claimed by Thursday. Thank you! -- Stephanie Masin, Director Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library 500 Market St. St. Joseph, MI 49085 269-983-7167 (phone) 269-983-5804 (fax)

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Compiled list of suggestions for customer service speakers
by Dominic McLaughlin 05 May '14

05 May '14

Hello, everyone! Thank you to all who responded to my original post looking for customer service speaker/presenter recommendations! Here is the compiled list, if you're interested: ZingTrain from Zingerman's Deli - call for rates at 734-930-1919 [Website: zingtrain.com] Bill Schroer - by phone at 269-963-4874 or by email at info(a)socialmarketing.org. Ken Delaat - by phone at 231-414-4173 or by email at kdelaat1(a)aol.com. Kevin King - Kalamazoo Public Library - by phone at 269-553-7881 or go here to contact him by email: http://www.kpl.gov/contact/Default.aspx?to=534. Marilyn Suttle - by phone at 248-348-1023 or by email at marilyn(a)marilynsuttle.com. Good luck and have a great day! Regards and gratitude, Dominic McLaughlin Adult Services Librarian Romeo District Library 586-752-0603 dominic(a)romeodistrictlibrary.org

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New Document for April, 2014
by Sarjeant, Bruce C 05 May '14

05 May '14

New documents have been posted to the Godort of Michigan wiki. Among the notifications this month: Library Services & Technology Act Michigan Report for 2013. GEO Great Lakes. Not alone: the first report of the White House Task Force to Protect Students From Sexual Assault. An estimate of housing discrimination against same-sex couples. Recipes for healthy kids. Cookbook for child care centers. Great Lakes Network Communication Plan, 2014-2018. http://godortmi.pbworks.com/w/page/79887050/April%202014%20New%20Documents%… Bruce Sarjeant Reference, Documents & Maps Librarian Lydia M. Olson Library Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave Marquette, MI 49855 bsarjean(a)nmu.edu 906-227-1580

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Spring Cleaning: AV Cases for Sale
by Andrea Estelle 05 May '14

05 May '14

We are also spring cleaning today. Storybag Kits- 50 cents each 6 big, 3 little Slim Poly DVD Cases - 25 cents each 174 clear, 1 orange, 33 black Slim Poly CD Cases - 10 cents each 40 clear Playaway/MP3 player Cases - 50 cents each 8 orange, 9 clear 6 random Stackable DVD cases- FREE Thanks! Andrea Estelle, Library Director "Brighten the Corner Where You Are" Every Great Community Deserves a Great Library 401 Dix Street Otsego, MI 49078 (269) 694-9690 www.otsegolibrary.org <http://www.otsegolibrary.org>

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Everything You Need to Go Bananas! "Program in a Box" For Sale - And A Recommendation
by Andrea Estelle 05 May '14

05 May '14

Hi Everyone! This past Saturday we had a "Bananas About Books" Patron Appreciation Day/170th Birthday Party of our library. https://www.facebook.com/OtsegoDistrictPublicLibrary We had the world famous Big Banana Car visit the library and the patrons loved it! It drew a big crowd and everyone had a great time. I would highly recommend Tom Brown and his Banana car to any of you for a fun program at your library. We had him park in front of the library and he let people climb in the car and take pictures. He also let us do a library fundraiser/drawing contest for one patron to win a ride around town. His website is: http://www.bigbananacar.com/ I have a box of decorations for a "Bananas About Books" that I would like to sell to an interested library that would want to do a "Bananas About Books" program or a library staff member who may want to throw a banana birthday party. $40 plus shipping or you pick up. The box includes: 2 five foot monkey inflatables 3 large inflatable bananas An adult sized banana costume (We had a person on stilts wear it!) 6 "Go Bananas" Table Centerpieces Several hanging Monkeys/Hanging Circles with bananas and leaves 7 foam bananas (we used for kids games) Many cut out paper bananas See attached picture. Thanks for considering! Andrea Andrea Estelle, Library Director "Brighten the Corner Where You Are" Every Great Community Deserves a Great Library 401 Dix Street Otsego, MI 49078 (269) 694-9690 www.otsegolibrary.org <http://www.otsegolibrary.org>

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Proposal Writing Workshop Farmington Community Library
by Sherri Vaughn 05 May '14

05 May '14

Proposal Writing and Budgeting Basics FARMINGTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY 32737 W. 12 Mile Road Farmington Hills, MI 48334 Wednesday, May 21, 1-3 p.m. Registration required; (248) 553-6880 or online at www.farmlib.org/events<http://www.farmlib.org/events> Learn the key components of a proposal to a foundation, with a special emphasis on creating a proposal budget. Join Dave Holmes, Acting Director of the Foundation Center-Cleveland, as he reviews the basics of creating a grant proposal from start to finish. This free class will cover: * How the proposal fits into the overall grantseeking process * What to include in a standard proposal to a foundation * Tips for making each section of your proposal stronger * What funders expect to see in your proposal and attachments * Tips for communicating with funders during the grant process * How you determine reasonable budget costs * What types of expenses to include, including overhead * What other financial documents funders want to see Sherri Vaughn Farmington Community Library 32737 W. 12 Mile Road Farmington Hills, MI 48334 sherri.vaughn(a)farmlib.org<mailto:sherri.vaughn@farmlib.org> (248) 553-6873

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Floppies!
by Christian Dunham 05 May '14

05 May '14

Giving away 30+ new floppy disks to anyone that uses them. Possibly for coasters. Christian Dunham christian(a)carolibrary.org 989-673-4329 ext. 106

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Closes May 10! Youth Services Advocate position-Houston (TX) Public Library
by Jobeth Bradbury 05 May '14

05 May '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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Great Lakes Resource Sharing Conference Registration
by Randy Dykhuis 05 May '14

05 May '14

Registration is now OPEN! Reserve your space at the 1st Annual Great Lakes Resource Sharing Conference on June 5 and 6, 2014 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Perrysburg, Ohio. You can register for the conference here: https://members.mcls.org/~webmaint/glrsc/glrsc_registration.cfm **Deadline for Registration is: May 23, 2014 Schedule in brief: NEW – Tour Opportunity Thursday, June 5, 2014 – 11:00am and 12:30pm - Tours of the Northwest Ohio Regional Book Depository - an off-campus storage and retrieval facility for Bowling Green State University and the University of Toledo Libraries. The storage facility is a 5 minute walk from the conference hotel. Thursday, June 5, 2014 – 2:00PM to 4:30PM – Preconference: OCLC Update Thursday, June 5, 2014 – 5:00PM to 7:00PM – Opening Reception Friday, June 6, 2014 – 9:00AM to 3:45PM (Keynote and concurrent sessions, continental breakfast and lunch included) Keynote Address: Jim Neal, Vice President for Information Services and University Librarian at Columbia University Concurrent Sessions: · The future of Interoperability for ILL and Resource Sharing · Copyright Essentials for Resource Sharing · Spinning Plates: Managing a Resource Sharing Operations · Open Access to the World: Locating International Publications to Fill ILL Requests · Tips, Tricks, and Change: Getting your Resource Sharing Department Out of the Storm and Into Calmer Waters · And many more! Conference Rates: The conference registration fee is $75 and includes the preconference on Thursday June 5, all sessions continental breakfast, and lunch on Friday June 6. Join your resource sharing partners and “navigate rough waters” with us!! For hotel reservations and other information, please see our website: www.glrsc.org ========================= Randy Dykhuis Executive Director Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen Street Lansing, MI 48910 Phone: (800) 530-9019 x119 Fax: (517) 492-3879 Cell: (517) 927-5121 E-mail: dykhuisr(a)mcls.org Twitter: @mclsrandy

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