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Michigan Rails Conference
by Murphy, Edwina (MDE) 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

[cid:image001.jpg@01CE8D3C.F57D0B10]Michigan Rails Conference September 21st, 2013 Library of Michigan The Library of Michigan is happy to host the 2013 Michigan Rails Conference on Saturday, September 21, 2013. Keynote speakers include Michael H. Hodges, author of the award winning Michigan's Historic Railroad Stations, and railroad scholar Graydon M. Meints, author of Railroads for Michigan. Participants may choose from a range of historical sessions or can attend presentations devoted to rail transportation in Michigan today. The Michigan Department of Transportation will be presenting on their ongoing work throughout the state and the Michigan Association of Railroad Passengers will be on hand to discuss current day passenger travel. Other highlights include an opportunity to hear the staff of the Michigan Railroad History Museum discuss their programs, or, visit the Library of Michigan's Martha W. Griffiths Michigan Rare Book Room to see antiquarian railroad materials on display. For a full schedule or to select sessions and register please visit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/HCXFFNQ . Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St Lansing, MI 48909 517 373 1300 Visit us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Library-of-Michigan/54064216770

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Plymouth District Library - Part-Time Librarian Position
by Robyn Lowenstein 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

Robyn D. Lowenstein Business Manager Plymouth District Library 734-453-0750, ext. 215 rlowenstein(a)plymouthlibrary.org

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Storycan presentors
by Laura Rodriguez-Irwin 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

I am looking for someone who can do a presentation on storycan storytelling. Laura Rodriguez-Irwin, Youth Services Grant Area District Library 122 Elder Ave Grant MI 49327 231.834.5713 ext 104 grantlibrary.net

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MLA 2013 Annual Conference Information
by Laura Covey 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

Good afternoon! MLA 2013 Annual Conference is scheduled for October 16-18 in Lansing. For those who would like more information, a brochure outlining conference highlights is now available on the MLA website. A schedule at a glance and a complete list of breakout sessions and speakers can also be found there. Questions are welcome. Feel free to contact me at the numbers or email listed below. Thanks! Laura Covey Director of Membership, Communications, and Marketing Michigan Library Association 1407 Rensen St., Ste. 2 Lansing, MI 48910 Phone: 517-394-2774 ext. 211 Fax: 517-394-2675 coveyl(a)mlcnet.org www.mla.lib.mi.us Follow MLA on Facebook and Twitter!

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Wayne State SLIS Welcomes 4 New Advisory Board Members
by Stephen Troup Bajjaly 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

The Wayne State University School of Library and Information Science is pleased to welcome four new members to its Advisory Board. These new members are: * Alicia Biggers, Senior Data Research Supervisor, Ford Motor Company * Joshua Feinstein, Data Management Architect,General Motors Company * Clifford Haka, Director of Libraries, Michigan State University * Kristin Shelley, Director, East Lansing Public Library The complete list of SLIS Advisory Board members is available online: slis.wayne.edu/about/advisory-board.php Stephen T. Bajjaly Associate Dean and Professor School of Library and Information Science Wayne State University www.slis.wayne.edu

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Baldwin Library (Birmingham, MI) seeking Substitute Librarian
by Josh Rouan 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

The Baldwin Public Library in downtown Birmingham is currently seeking applications for the position of Substitute Librarian. A detailed description of the position can be found here: http://www.baldwinlib.org/assets/PDFs/Baldwin-Library-Substitute-Librarian-… and Baldwin's Employment Application can be found here: http://www.baldwinlib.org/assets/PDFs/APPLICATIONFOREMPLOYMENT.pdf. Baldwin's employment page provides links to both: http://www.baldwinlib.org/employment/. Applications will be accepted through Friday, August 16. -- Josh ____________________ Josh Rouan Librarian Baldwin Public Library 300 W. Merrill St. Birmingham, MI 48009 248-554-4683 josh.rouan(a)baldwinlib.org

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Paperback Reinforcement
by Shanni Kerr 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

Just curious, when you buy a new paperback book, do you reinforce with plastic on the outside? Do you reinforce the inside covers? What material do you use? Thank you for your help! Shanni Kerr ICL

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Call for Applications: FY 14 Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

Please see below for information on the Laura Bush 21st Century Library program grants. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> From: IMLS News [mailto:imlsnews@imls.gov] Sent: Monday, July 22, 2013 3:06 PM To: Robertson, Nancy (MDE) Subject: Call for Applications: FY 14 Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program To view this message in a browser, please click here<http://www.idevmail.net/message.aspx?d=73&m=1622&e=robertsonn@michigan.gov&…>. [http://www.idevmail.net/UserFiles/imls/image/logoIMLS.gif] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 22, 2013 IMLS Press Contact 202-653-4799 Giuliana Bullard, gbullard(a)imls.gov<mailto:gbullard@imls.gov> Call for Applications: FY 14 Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program Washington, DC—The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is accepting applications for the Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program. The program supports grants for the recruitment and education of library students and continuing education for those already in the profession, as well as the development of new programs and curricula. For program guidelines and more information about the funding opportunity, click here<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=1&d=73&mid=334267&m=1622>. Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program Deadline: September 16, 2013 Getting Your Questions Answered We are available by phone and e-mail to discuss general issues relating to Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program grants. See the contact information below. We also invite you to participate in one of two pre-application web conferences to learn more about the program, ask questions, and listen to the questions and comments of other participants. The web conference schedule for the FY14 Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program is as follows: Tuesday, July 30, 2013, at 3:00-4:00. Eastern Time Wednesday, August 7, 2013, at 3:00-4:00. Eastern Time First-time users of Blackboard Collaborate can visit this link in advance to check their system compatibility: http://support.blackboardcollaborate.com/ics/support/default.asp?deptID=833…<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=2&d=73&mid=334267&m=1622> Join us at the time of the webinar using the details below. WEBINAR URL: https://sas.elluminate.com/m.jnlp?password=M.1C0D77F285FC349110D7586D419059…<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=3&d=73&mid=334267&m=1622> You may be prompted to install the latest version of Java. If you get system prompts while logging in, choose “Run,” “Accept,” or “OK.” There is integrated audio, but if you prefer to dial in, call: 1-888-272-8702, then enter code: 2053175#. Please note that the schedule is subject to change. The week the web conference is scheduled, visit the Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program webpage to confirm the date and time. Applicant 101 The revised Applicant 101 version for FY 2014 Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program applicants will be available in early August. The following links are to the 2013 version of the Applicant 101 web presentation and handout. Viewers must have Adobe® Acrobat Pro or Reader version 9 or above to be able to see the PDF presentation below. Get Plug-in<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=4&d=73&mid=334267&m=1622>. * Applicant 101 LB 21 Narrated Web Presentation<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=5&d=73&mid=334267&m=1622> (PDF, 16 MB) * Applicant 101 Web Presentation handout<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=6&d=73&mid=334267&m=1622> (PDF, 1.0 MB) IMLS Program Staff Contacts Mary Alice Ball, Senior Program Officer 202/653-4730 mball(a)imls.gov<mailto:mball@imls.gov> Sandra Toro, Senior Program Officer 202-653-4662 storo(a)imls.gov<mailto:storo@imls.gov> 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=7&d=73&mid=334267&m=1622> and follow us on Facebook<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=8&d=73&mid=334267&m=1622> and Twitter<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=9&d=73&mid=334267&m=1622>.

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Film Forward
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

For those with local interest in independent and documentary films, IMLS is looking for partners in FILM FORWARD and they are specifically interested in Michigan communities. This is an international touring program designed to enhance greater cultural understanding, collaboration and dialogue around the globe by engaging audiences through the exhibition of films, workshops and conversations with filmmakers. FILM FORWARD is an initiative of the Sundance Institute and the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Please see the message below, the attached overview and the attached application for more information. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> From: Christopher Reich [mailto:CReich@imls.gov] Sent: Sunday, July 28, 2013 10:06 AM Subject: Message from IMLS about Film Forward Good morning! IMLS is a partner in an international exchange program called Film Forward, which brings independent films to communities throughout the United States and the world in an effort to enhance the appreciation and understanding of diverse cultures. Film screenings are followed by audience dialogue and IMLS is particularly interested in identifying museums and libraries as venues for these programmatic opportunities. We are soliciting your assistance in sharing the information below and the attached overview and RFP with your constituents. Any museum or library or other organization is welcome to submit an RFP, though the project is targeting the following states for the 2014 tour: Arkansas, California, Florida, Maine, Michigan, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Washington. I will also be contacting state museum associations in those particular states. Please feel free to call me (or contact Meredith Lavitt at the email below) with any questions and thanks so much for your help. Chris Reich July 22, 2013 Dear Executive and Program Directors and Professors, Attached please find a Request For Proposal (RFP) for your consideration. We are seeking potential Program Collaborators around the US to collaborate with the Sundance Institute to host a FILM FORWARD program in 2014. FILM FORWARD is an international cultural exchange program designed to enhance cross-cultural understanding, collaboration and dialogue around the globe by engaging audiences through the exhibition of film and conversation with filmmakers. FILM FORWARD is an Initiative of Sundance Institute and The President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. FILM FORWARD launched in 2010. Prior to that time, the AFI in association with the federal governmental agencies ran the program as AFI 20/20. In the last three years FILM FORWARD has visited 21 locations around the world from China, Morocco, India, and Turkey to Tennessee, California, Arizona and Puerto Rico. 26 independent films including WINTER'S BONE, AMREEKA, BEASTS OF THE SOUTHERN WILD and ON THE ICE and documentaries including CHASING ICE, LAST TRAIN HOME, BUCK and SENNA have screened to diverse communities, students and filmmakers. Over 30 filmmakers associated with these films have participated in engaging local audiences in question and answer sessions, workshops, roundtable discussion and meet and greet opportunities. FILM FORWARD's goal is to reach audiences that do not have access to independent film and create cultural conversations to break down barriers and bridge similarities between cultures. Our experiences have reinforced the very reason that we believe in this program: We saw this in Nashville, Tennessee as homeless youth told us they felt empowered to tell their stories after seeing LA MISSION and in Imperial Valley, California as audience members said they appreciated seeing aboriginal people being celebrated and not stereotyped. In short, we have seen the power of storytelling to connect with audiences here and abroad, and to light the fires of curiosity about other cultures and new ways of thinking. The experience is enriching for both the local audiences and the filmmakers - who are all learning and benefiting from these cultural interactions. "We've been blessed to host Film Forward three times...Needless is to say that Film Forward made the PRFS a better organization, teaching us how to connect with audiences and spark profound conversations around independent film." - Guillermo Vazquez, Co-Founder, Puerto Rico Film Society For more information on FILM FORWARD, please visit sundance.org/filmforward and read blogs by filmmakers, collaborators and audiences, browse through the photo galleries and watch the film trailers. We hope this program is of interest to you and look forward to your proposal. Please feel free to address any questions to Meredith Lavitt via email at meredith_lavitt(a)sundance.or<mailto:meredith_lavitt@sundance.org>g Kind Regards, Meredith Lavitt Associate Director, Film Forward Sundance Institute _______________________________________________________________________________ Christopher J. Reich Senior Advisor, Office of Museum Services Institute of Museum and Library Services 1800 M Street NW, 9th Floor Washington, DC 20036-5802 Phone: 202-653-4685 Fax: 202-653-4608 Email: creich(a)imls.gov<mailto:creich@imls.gov> Visit www.imls.gov<http://www.imls.gov> to learn more about the Institute's programs, news, and initiatives, and to sign up for Primary Source, our monthly e-newsletter.

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MMLC Performers Showcase Announcement
by Irene Bancroft 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

[Summer Reading Letterhead.png] Spark A Reaction! Performers Showcase for 2014 Programs 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Registration begins at 8:45 a.m.) Thursday, September 26, 2013 Genesys Conference & Banquet Center 805 Health Park Blvd., Grand Blanc, MI v Spark Your Imagination: New Ideas for Summer Reading Programs v Showcase of Performers from Mideastern MI Library Cooperative’s 2014 Performers List CEU’s pending $60.00 Registration Fee, includes lunch Reservations are now being accepted at Mideastern Michigan Library Cooperative. To register, phone (810) 232-7119; fax (810) 232-6639 or email bancroft(a)gfn.org<mailto:bancroft@gfn.org> Registration Deadline: Monday, September 23rd

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