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Re: [Michlib-l] Ancestry Library Edition versus MyHeritage
by Mary Harrison 11 Jul '22

11 Jul '22

Good Morning Again MichLibL, Several libraries asked me to compile and share answers to my earlier question. Please find the compilation attached. I really liked the genealogy resources listed on Sherman Township Library's site and am planning to do something similar for Coloma: http://shermantwplib.weebly.com/genealogy.html. Good luck to everyone, Mary Mary Jean Harrison Director Coloma Public Library 151 W. Center Street PO Box 430 Coloma Michigan 49083 269-468-3431 www.colomapubliclibrary.net <http://www.colomapubliclibrary.net/> The most important asset of any library goes home at night - the library staff. Timothy Healy From: Mary Harrison <> Sent: Wednesday, July 6, 2022 10:10 AM To: 'michlib-l(a)mail.mcls.org' <michlib-l(a)mail.mcls.org> Subject: Ancestry Library Edition versus MyHeritage Good Morning MichLibL, Our library is considering dropping Ancestry Library edition due to the high cost and sliding usage numbers-the average cost per search in June for our library was $8.06! Our patrons apparently got used to using it at home in the last couple of years. We had respectable numbers before the pandemic, but not so much anymore. Does MyHeritage serve your patrons' genealogy needs? We like the fact that it's free to us through Mel eLibrary. We would be grateful for any feedback you can provide about either Ancestry or MyHeritage. Mary Jean Harrison Director Coloma Public Library 151 W. Center Street PO Box 430 Coloma Michigan 49083 269-468-3431 www.colomapubliclibrary.net <http://www.colomapubliclibrary.net/> The most important asset of any library goes home at night - the library staff. Timothy Healy

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Update your
by Mary Ruthko 11 Jul '22

11 Jul '22

As of July 6, 2022 Mary Ruthko is no longer with the Bay County Library System. Please direct inquiries to info(a)baycountylibrary.org. Please note that your email will not be forwarded automatically.

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Job Opening at Herrick
by Spring White 11 Jul '22

11 Jul '22

Herrick District Library Full-Time Librarian II Collection & Digital Resources Manager $ 58,552 to $72,301 annually + full benefits The Herrick District Library is seeking a forward-thinking and detail-oriented Librarian to manage the Collection & Digital Resources department (CDR). The CDR Manager collaboratively oversees development of the library's collections, both physical and digital, and manages a team of selection, cataloging, and processing specialists. This full-time position requires a master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution and five years of experience in a public library as a professional librarian. Previous management experience is desired. Weekly schedule: 40 hours per week, generally 9:00am-6:00pm on Monday-Friday, and the occasional Sunday 1:00pm-6:00pm, hours may vary and there is some flexibility. To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and completed application to jobs(a)herrickdl.org<mailto:jobs@herrickdl.org> or 300 South River Avenue, Holland MI 49423. First review of applications will be Thursday, July 14, 2022. Position open until filled. A more detailed summary of expectations and qualifications is listed below: Position: Librarian II - Collection & Digital Resources Manager Grade: A-3 Salary: $58,552 to $72,301 annually. Exempt position. Generous benefits package. Reports to: Director Position Summary: Manages the Collection & Digital Resources department (CDR). The CDR Manager collaboratively oversees development of the library's collections, both physical and digital, and manages a team of selection, cataloging, and processing specialists. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication, organizational and problem-solving skills and demonstrate a deep understanding of collection development and technical services functions and systems, including ILS. Essential Functions: 1. Leadership - Active Member of the Management Team. Deeply involved in setting direction for the library. Applies library's mission, core values, and establishes goals with the department. Establishes annual departmental budget. Regularly serves as supervisor-in-charge of the library. 2. Collection Development - Directs the collection development team responsible for selection, maintenance, and de-selection of materials. Plans and coordinates the creation of new and special collections. Understands and applies collection development policy across all formats and protects diversity of collections. 3. Acquisitions & Processing - Allocates and administers the expenditure of collection funds. Manages processing team; coordinates inputting, processing, mending, and withdrawal procedures. Prioritizes work and establishes technical services workflows to maximize efficiency and access to materials. Selects and works with library jobbers and vendors. 4. Catalog, ILS & Discovery - Oversees and participates in bibliographic record creation and maintenance of a shared ILS. Sets local cataloging standards to maximize discovery of physical and digital resources. Works closely with Cooperative staff. 5. Electronic Resources - Works cross departmentally to plan and coordinate the selection, acquisition, implementation, and evaluation of public electronic resources. Performs contract negotiation with vendors. 6. Data Management - Collects and utilizes library statistical data for reports and to understand trends and improve services. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions. * Occasionally requires lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds * Frequently requires use of office equipment as well as long periods of sitting, standing, or walking as needed * Occasionally requires stooping and crouching * Occasionally requires reaching, including overhead reaching Qualifications: * Master's degree in library science is required * Minimum of five years of experience in a public library as a professional librarian * Management experience is preferred * Experience with III Sierra and Collection HQ is helpful. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified. Herrick District Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer Spring White Herrick District Library Business Office 616-355-3725 [cid:image001.png@01D89518.95DCF830]

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Upcoming Program: Arrgh: A History of Piracy on the Great Lakes - July 25 at 7 PM
by Latonia Phillips 11 Jul '22

11 Jul '22

Hello The Commerce Township Community Library is hosting a program called *Arrgh: A History of Piracy on the Great Lakes*. Presented by the National Museum of the Great Lakes. Please share this with patrons, co-workers, and friends. *Description*: Join us for a historical and cultural re-examination of piracy and its implications for understanding Great Lakes history. No parrots, or peg legs, included but a healthy dose of thievery, mutiny, and other unsavory tales. *When*: July 25 at 7 PM *Location*: Commerce Township Community Library - White Pine Room *Register here*: tinyurl.com/ctcl-PIRACY Latonia Phillips, Adult Reference Librarian Commerce Township Community Library (CTCL) 180 E. Commerce Road Commerce Twp., MI 48382 *Phone*: 248-669-8108 Ext. 115 *Email*: lphillips(a)commercelibrary.info *Hours*: Tues 1-9 pm & Thurs 9-5 pm -- The information contained in this electronic message is intended only for the use of the designated recipient(s). If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, use, dissemination, forwarding or copying of this message is strictly prohibited, and we request that you delete the original message and all attachments.

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James Webb image release events for today and Tuesday
by Jennifer Dye 11 Jul '22

11 Jul '22

Here are some of the events for today and tomorrow: Tomorrow is the big day! Together, we will see the Webb Space Telescope #UnfoldTheUniverse and change the way we look at our existence. This email contains a timeline of events for the day, how to participate on social media, updates to the outreach slide deck, where to find the images, the image target list, and event submission reminder. Also, late breaking news: President Joe Biden will release one of Webb’s first images in a preview event at the White House at 5 p.m. EDT today. A live stream of the event will be available on NASA TV<https://www.nasa.gov/multimedia/nasatv/#public>. The image will be available simultaneously on NASA’s website<https://www.nasa.gov/webbfirstimages>. (This does not replace the image reveal program tomorrow.) Timeline for July 12 9:45 a.m. – Live opening remarks by agency and Webb leadership will air on NASA TV, the NASA app, and the agency’s website<https://www.nasa.gov/live> ahead of the first images release. 10:30-11:30 a.m. EDT - Images reveal livestream on NASA TV, the NASA app, the agency’s website<https://www.nasa.gov/live>, Facebook<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…>, Twitter<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…>, YouTube<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%…>, Twitch<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.twitc…>, and Daily Motion<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily…>. 12:30-1:30 p.m. EDT - Media briefing; will livestream on NASA TV, the NASA app, and the agency’s website<https://www.nasa.gov/live>. And at 6:00 p.m., the first expert panel examining the images released in the images reveal livestream earlier. https://dpl-webb-expert-panel.eventbrite.com Jennifer Dye Assistant Manager Detroit Public Library jdye(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org Main Branch 1330 Conant Detroit, Michigan 48212

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Social Media Roundtable today at 10am on Zoom
by Katie Rothley 11 Jul '22

11 Jul '22

Good morning everyone, We hope you will join us for our next social media roundtable this morning, Monday, July 11 at 10 AM via Zoom. We know that MLA is having a webinar on technology and data security at the same time, so we understand if you decide to attend that instead! The link to join us is below. Please feel welcome to browse our meeting agenda and any of the included links, [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__docs.google.com_docume… | here ] . If you have any questions, ideas, or topics that you'd like added to the agenda, feel welcome to reply directly to me with them and I'll add them! Please forward/share this invitation to any colleagues/staff who may be interested in library social media and/or attending. Topic: Social Media Roundtable for Libraries Time: Jul 11 , 2022 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__us02web.zoom.us_j_8598… ] [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__us02web.zoom.us_j_8598… | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85980147165?pwd=TVXXq7WpQhAC7jCw4EE8tSht0FygsQ.1 ] Meeting ID: 859 8014 7165 Passcode: 685999 One tap mobile +13017158592,,85980147165#,,,,*685999# US (Washington DC) +13126266799,,85980147165#,,,,*685999# US (Chicago) Dial by your location +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) Meeting ID: 859 8014 7165 Passcode: 685999 Find your local number: [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__us02web.zoom.us_u_kcat… ] [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__us02web.zoom.us_u_kcat… | https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcatrtD7Fy ] Here is the recording from our May meeting: [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__youtu.be_fbOFykVhMew&d… | Social Media May Roundtable on YouTube ] . My apologies for how long it has taken to share that with everyone! Katie Rothley, MLIS Marketing & Public Relations Librarian Northville District Library 212 West Cady Street Northville, MI 48167 (248) 349-3020 ext. 221 [ https://northvillelibrary.org/ | https://northvillelibrary.org/ ]

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Light Novel Cataloging Responses
by Adkins, Melissa 09 Jul '22

09 Jul '22

Hi All, Thank you for all the responses I received regarding cataloging light novels. I've collected the responses and attached them here, as well as copied below. This seems to be a newer trend that we're experimenting with, so I am going to recommend to my collection development committee that we put them in with the graphic novels and see how it goes. Thanks again for all the help! Best, Melissa Adkins Librarian I, Youth Services Dearborn Public Library Light Novel Cataloging Responses "Ours are in with our graphics collection (but only the Japanese/Korean Light Novels). I am now buying some for Tweens (as the teen ones are never on the shelf)." -Novi Public Library "My library only has one light novel series (accidentally bought when buying manga) and I put it in our YA fiction section. Luckily our YA section is right next to our graphic novel section but I still wonder if they'd get a bit more notice in the graphic novel section, but they are completely not graphic novels as you point out so that is tough." -Warren Public Library "I only have a few light novels, short stories collections, spinoff novels, etc. related to a manga series and I put them in with the graphic novels. They are not technically one but the people that are looking for the graphic novels and like a specific series might be interested in these items. I did originally have some of them in the regular YA fiction section and they just got lost (unless they were really popular) and never really checked out. I haven't had anyone complain about them in the graphic novel section that I am aware of. On a side note, I am having the manga and western graphic novels put under the series title and it helps me keep the related (non-graphic novel) books together with the manga. Patrons and staff love it so far; patrons can never remember how to spell or say manga authors' names." -Lapeer District Library "We have them in the graphic novel section and shelve them by series title. If we have both the manga series and the light novel series we shelve the light novels after the manga series."-Benton Harbor Public Library "We have just a few light novels, bought accidentally when trying to buy manga, and have placed them in the YA fiction section. If I were going to purchase more, however, make a concentrated effort to expand that collection, I'd probably create a Manga/Light Novel specific section. We already have our manga separated from the graphic novels, so it wouldn't be a tough add light novels. Perhaps have labels that makes it clear which volumes are manga, and which are the light novels, just to help make sure they get what they want."-Southgate Veterans Memorial Library "We have a few "light novels" in our collection. The one I can specifically think of off the top of my head is spun off from the Sword Art Online manga and anime series, though I think we have a few more as well. We do catalog ours in our standard YA fiction collection, not our graphic novels collection. They do appear to circulate well, despite not being shelved with our graphic novels and manga. I know some people aren't big fans of spine labels/classification stickers, but if you are, putting some kind of sticker to denote it as a light novel might help differentiate it from the rest of the fiction or manga/graphic novel collection." -Fennville District Library "We catalog them with our regular fiction. I like the idea of having them with graphic novels to see if their circulations increase." -Fruitport District Library "This may not be super helpful but manga has gotten very popular here as well. I have not had requests for LN but I accidentally ordered some thinking they were manga. These were Bond & Book<https://yenpress.com/9781975325749/bond-and-book/> (the cover was deceptive), which do not have a manga attached to them. When we realized what they were they were adopted by the YAfiction collection. We aren't sure what to do with them yet so this is a test run for them since the librarian that purchases the YAfiction has been thinking about purchasing some anyway. We were also talking about creating an offshoot in the teen area just for LN, after the Manga section but we only have the two books for now. They've only been here for 2 months and someone has them checked out. We have our manga separate from the graphic novels so I feel like if I was to purchase some LN that have manga I would have them in the manga but request a new spine sticker for LN to make them look different. I don't know if this helps at all but I hope you can find a solution that works for you and your collection." -Canton Public Library

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Teen Non-fiction Collections
by Adkins, Melissa 09 Jul '22

09 Jul '22

Hi All, I'm curious about what your Teen Non-fic collections look like. We're interested in starting one at our library, and I was wondering if anybody has any documentation about the scope of their collection, or just some general thoughts and observations they'd be willing to share. What seems to be popular or to circ well? Any help is appreciated. Thanks, Melissa Adkins Librarian I, Youth Services Dearborn Public Library

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Register soon for this workshop for MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 08 Jul '22

08 Jul '22

There is still time to register for this workshop from MCLS! Copy Cataloging of Video Recordings Using RDA<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/6285381a39816cc8848dfd2e> 3-day class, July 19-21, 2-4pm Eastern (1-3pm Central) Qualifies for 6 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! For this and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here https://store.mcls.org To learn about our Essential Workplace Skills and Cataloging Certificate program, click here https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/ ************************************* Gwen Haviland, Training Department Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 (517) 220-9950 training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org>

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Job Posting: Idea Lab Technology Assistant (Birmingham, MI)
by Rebekah Craft 08 Jul '22

08 Jul '22

Good afternoon, The Baldwin Public Library is accepting applications for a part-time Idea Lab Technology Assistant I in our makerspace. The job posting is available on Baldwin's employment webpage <https://www.baldwinlib.org/employment/> and is also attached. I would like to encourage anyone who is interested to apply. Applications are due Monday, July 25 at 5:00 p.m. Thanks, Rebekah *--* *Rebekah Craft* *Library Director* Baldwin Public Library 300 W. Merrill St. Birmingham, MI 48009 www.baldwinlib.org | 248-554-4681

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