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Conferences and other events are a good means for building collaboration, engagement, and relationships, seeking innovative ideas, listening, and learning. Fall is a busy conference season for many, including us at MCLS. This month, I’ll touch on some conferences and events where I and other MCLS staff have been/will be this fall, and some of what we’re learning and sharing. As always, my goal here is to seek opportunities to engage with and hear from you. I hope you’ll look for the MCLS staff at an upcoming conference or other event.
See us at these conferences in NovemberWe'll have lots of prizes at our booths and would love to talk to you about how MCLS can serve your library! To set up a Group purchasing appointment, please email services@mcls.org in advance.
Register now for the last Virtual Dialogue of 2023The final Virtual Dialogue of 2023 will be on Wednesday, Nov. 8, from 10:30 a.m. to noon Eastern (9:30-11 a.m. Central). Join us on Zoom as we continue discussing components of cultivating a growth mindset – this time focusing on choosing your mindset in building a trusting and collaborative environment.
MCLS Virtual Dialogues are guided conversations with fellow library workers from different experience levels and library types from all over Indiana and Michigan.
We look forward to seeing you on Nov. 8!
Registration for MCLS's Annual Meeting on Nov. 28 is openRegister now for the virtual MCLS Annual Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 28 from 10 a.m.-noon Eastern (9-11 a.m. Central). All registrants will receive the Zoom attendance link.
We will showcase highlights from the past year, offer important updates, and engage with you about MCLS’s upcoming strategic planning process with our partners at Spartina Consulting.
Current TALK libraries: set up your subscription by Dec. 1 to continue service in 2024MCLS is steadily working on TALK's transition from a fully IMLS grant-funded program to an MCLS subscription-based service. To facilitate setting up your account in our system, we need to know if you are planning to offer TALK to your patrons after the grant ends in July 2024.
IMLS grant funds will cover the TALK subscription service for a longer period than anticipated, so we are able to delay subscription service billing to Jan. 1, 2024! Invoices will be available in MCLS’s subscription management system (Consortia Manager) by Dec. 1, 2023. Free text block voucher distribution will remain in place and the subscription fee will be prorated based on the shorter subscription year (1/1/24-6/30/24). Any unused texts will roll over to the next year as long as your library continues with an active TALK subscription.
Please fill out this form no later than Dec. 1 to let us know if your library will continue to offer TALK. If we do not hear from you by Dec. 1, we will assume you plan to no longer offer TALK to your patrons after July 31, 2024.
Visit the Frequently Asked Questions for Libraries page for more information or email your questions to talkhelp@mcls.org. Thank you for using TALK!
Invoice options in ConsortiaManagerConsortiaManager (CM) now asks libraries to select when they want to be invoiced for subscriptions: either immediately or after the subscription starts. Instructions on the process are in the CM shopping basket, and everyone appears to be managing the new process without any issues.
If you have any questions, please email services@mcls.org.
Visit the MCLS Store for the full fall 2023 semester of training workshops. Questions? Contact Gwen at training@mcls.org or 517-220-9950.
The MeL project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan.
For more information or to see all upcoming workshops, visit our workshop and event registration page. If you have any questions, please contact us at training@mcls.org.
The MCLS website has a full list of vendor partners and a searchable product list.
MCLS enters agreement with AM (formerly Adam Matthew) to offer 20th Century Social Movements packageObtain discounted pricing on AM's digital archives and technology platforms, which provide rich and invaluable resources for primary source teaching and research. AM proudly collaborates with libraries, archives, and heritage institutions to digitize the world’s historical and cultural knowledge, making it easily accessible to all.
Geared toward the liberal arts, the AM 20th Century Social Movements package includes the following collections: American Indian Newspapers, Gender: Identity and Social Change, and Race Relations in America. Libraries can purchase either the full package or individual collections as one-time perpetual access purchases with discounts ranging from 15% for individual collections to 25% for the full package.
Reach out to Group Purchasing for more information and a quote at services@mcls.org.
Policy Map announces new academic subscriptions offerMCLS members purchasing an annual license to Policy Map before the end of 2023 will receive the newly curated Social Determinants of Health Collection, free of charge (applies to new subscribers only). New and current 3-year subscriptions or renewals will receive an additional 12% discount, while new and current 5-year subscriptions or renewals will receive an additional 20% discount. Both are higher discounts than previously offered!
PolicyMap offers easy-to-use online mapping with data on demographics, real estate, health, jobs, and more in communities across the US. From the classroom to the boardroom, thousands of organizations trust PolicyMap to find the right data for their research, market studies, business planning, site selection, grant applications, and impact analysis.
Reach out to Group Purchasing for more information and a quote at services@mcls.org. Not an MCLS member? Join today so you don't miss out on this deal!
University of Chicago Press eJournal offer adds titles to 2024 packageSubscribe to the Complete Chicago Package (CCP) and save on the comprehensive collection of journals from the University of Chicago Press. The CCP is designed to meet the content needs of your institution by providing electronic access to more than 90 titles from a wide range of disciplines.
New additions to the CCP in 2024 are The Sixteenth Century Journal and Transforming Anthropology. The full title listing is available at https://www.journals.uchicago.edu/inst/ccp.
Reach out to Group Purchasing for more information and a quote at services@mcls.org.
MCLS is pleased to offer a virtual demo of LibraryMarket's LibraryCalendar product via Zoom on Monday, Nov. 6 at 1-2 p.m. Eastern (Noon-1 p.m.Central).
LibraryCalendar is a four-time Platinum Modern Library Award winning calendaring platform. It fully integrates event management and room reservations into a single software solution. During this demo, LibraryMarket will walk you through the full patron experience for both events and room reservations, and the backend staff management interface.
MCLS members who are interested in quotes for a new subscription may contact MCLS Group Purchasing at services@mcls.org for discounted pricing. Not an MCLS member? Join today!
Discover how Skilltype helps libraries maximize talent
Unlock the secrets of data-driven talent management tailored for libraries and information professionals. Skilltype isn't just another platform—it's the go-to solution for libraries, offering industry-specific resources and insights for continuous learning and professional growth.
Learn more about how Skilltype can support talent management at your library by attending an informational webinar on Thursday, Nov. 16 from 11 a.m.-noon Eastern (10-11 a.m. Central). The session will include a live demo along with examples of how libraries are using Skilltype. Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email with access information.
Contact MCLS Group Purchasing at services@mcls.org for more information.
Watch the Elsevier Open Access webinar recording (MCLS members only)On Wednesday, Oct. 25, James Picken, Director of Open Science Solutions at Elsevier, shared his expertise about Open Access with MCLS members. During his presentation, James highlighted the key developments in the open access movement, discussed how Elsevier is working to expand open access, and outlined the challenges in developing agreements. It was a great primer on the topic. The 45-minute session was recorded and is available to MCLS members only.
Please send your request for recording access to services@mcls.org. Not an MCLS member? Join today!
The MCLS MeL Engagement Specialists offer free training to help library staff learn how to use the MeL eResources to best serve their patrons and students. Contact us through the MeL Engagement/Training Request Form to schedule a session today!
On Oct. 10, 2023, the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor rejoined MeLCat after a few years off. We are excited that part of their vast collection is now available to library patrons across the state of Michigan through MeLCat!
The MeL project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan.
