October 2020 - Michlib-l

Free virtual conference for small & rural libraries coming Thurs., Nov. 19!
by Kristin Fontichiaro 13 Oct '20

13 Oct '20

Hi, y'all -- We're delighted to announce that LEADING BIG IN SMALL SPACES mini-conference on Thursday, November 19, has opened for registration! This is a free, virtual conference designed for and presented by leaders in Michigan's small and rural libraries. Sessions are short and snappy, and the conference is scheduled so you won't miss school dropoff or pickup! Session topics include: - Leadership strategies - Programming ideas - Marketing and communication - Skills for working with staff - COVID-19 adaptations You can find session details and a link to register at http://bit.ly/leadingbig. This conference is made possible in part by the University of Michigan School of Information, the Library of Michigan, and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. This conference is the capstone project of the Next-Level Leadership in Small and Rural Libraries program. Applications for the 2020-2021 cohort will be available in a few weeks! -- Kristin Fontichiaro University of Michigan School of Information 4427 North Quad 105 S. State St. Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285 734.647.3593 Blog <http://fontichiaro.com/activelearning> | Book an Appointment (school year only) <https://www.google.com/calendar/selfsched?sstoken=UUFHX1E5cXRtYUVQfGRlZmF1b…> *Projects:* Michigan Makers <http://michiganmakers.si.umich.edu> | Making in Michigan Libraries <http://makinglibraries.si.umich.edu> Data Literacy in High School <http://dataliteracy.si.umich.edu> | Public Library Management MOOC <http://ai.umich.edu/portfolio/public-library-management/>

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Roomba?
by Valerie Meyerson 13 Oct '20

13 Oct '20

Has anyone out there jumped on the Roomba bandwagon yet? We are considering purchasing one to give it a try. Seems like it is too good to be true - and expensive if it backfires! If you have a Roomba, does it make it around all the chairs and stacks or does it get stuck? Do you recommend? Thank you - Valerie Meyerson, Library Director Petoskey District Library [jpg Blue Small] Please think about the environment prior to printing this email.

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Tails & Tales Product Catalog!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 13 Oct '20

13 Oct '20

Quick not that the CSLP 2021 catalog will not be mailed to your libraries from LM this Fall, but in addition to the online shop<https://www.cslpreads.org/cslp-store/> here is a link to download the catalog as a PDF: https://www.cslpreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/cslp-product-catalog-2…. Artwork for 2021 is by Salina Yoon. This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her - See www.mypronouns.org<http://www.mypronouns.org/> to learn more. LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> [cid:image002.png@01D69CB5.170167B0]

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Filming kit recommendations with green screen compilation
by Janelle Bishop 13 Oct '20

13 Oct '20

Hello Everyone, I compiled the results of responses that I received from everyone on the listserv. I have attached the results below as a pdf and I have also included the link to the google doc below. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CJYJ0mgttEm0IzAlt7pUhtdAeVBTply9ynP7rGs… Thank you to all who responded to my email! Let me know if you have any questions. Janelle Janelle (Martin) Bishop Head of Fiction Marguerite deAngeli Library Lapeer District Library 921 W. Nepessing St. Lapeer, MI 48446 jmartin(a)lib.lapeer.org 810-664-6971 ext 3218

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Meeting Room Policies
by Stephanie Daniels 13 Oct '20

13 Oct '20

Dear Librarians, We are trying to create a meeting room policy for our new library. If your library permits social parties, what are the charges for use? Is it only permitted during library hours? If it is a weekend social party are there additional charges for staff supervision? I know due to COVID-19 most meeting rooms are not available, but I wanted to ask about library policies with regard to this type of gathering. Regards,Stephanie DanielsDirectorHartford Public Library12 Church StreetHartford, MI 49057(269)621-3408

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GNCRT is now seeking nominations for 4 new board members for April 2021 Elections!
by Franco Vitella 12 Oct '20

12 Oct '20

Are YOU ready for a new challenge? The ALA Graphic Novels and Comics Round Table (GNCRT) is now seeking nominations for 4 new volunteer board members to be elected during the ALA Elections in April 2021. We are looking for more members to join us in leadership roles - especially student members, library workers, and international members! If you know someone who would be a good candidate, please encourage them to apply! The Nomination form will remain open until Dec 3, 2020 at 11:59pm CT. https://divrt.directnominations.net/ We are seeking candidates for the following positions: * Vice President/President-Elect (3 yr term - President-Elect, then as President, then as Past President) * Secretary (2 yr term) * Member-at-Large - 2 positions OPEN (2 yr term) *NOTE: Those running for office must be GNCRT members in good standing before they can be officially nominated. Want more information? * Check out our 'About' section for information on our Current Board and to browse some 'GNCRT in the News' to read about some of our initiates this year: http://www.ala.org/rt/gncrt/about-gncrt * Check out our 'GNCRT in the news' to read about some of our initiatives this year: http://www.ala.org/rt/gncrt/about-gncrt/gncrt-news Or email gncrt(a)ala.org<mailto:gncrt@ala.org> and one of our current officers will get back to you! ******* Specific instructions filling out the Nomination Form: 1. * Where to Find It: https://divrt.directnominations.net/ * Deadline to Fill It Out: the Nomination form will remain open until Dec 3, 2020 at 11:59pm CT. * NOTE: this nomination form is the ALA overall nomination form - for GNCRT nominations please scroll down to Item line #80 for 'Graphic Novels & Comics Round Table' * Filling Out the Form: not all fields are required for the form - the required 7 fields to fill out (though you can certainly fill out everything if you so choose!) are: * Personal Information * How would you like your name to appear on the ballot * Institution / Organization - you can put your institution / organization -- or use Graphic Novels & Comics Round Table for this * City * State / Province * Statement of Professional Concerns / Aspirations if Elected (max 150 words) - inspire us! What do you want to do with a leadership role on GNCRT? * ALA member # Franco Vitella - he/him/his Acting Manager, Mobile Services Toledo Lucas County Public Library Board Member at Large, ALA Graphic Novels & Comics Round Table 419.259.5350 Web<http://www.toledolibrary.org>| Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/ToledoLibrary/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/toledolibrary?lang=en> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/toledolibrary/?hl=en> | YouTube<https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSgkDpo3xbGUipiRikKxZw>

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Small boxes
by Karri Slater 12 Oct '20

12 Oct '20

Houghton Lake Public library has a tote of small boxes up for grabs. If interested please send me your ZV code. They will go out Wednesday.

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Makerspace staffing
by Emily Dumas 12 Oct '20

12 Oct '20

Greetings, For those who have a makerspace in their library, can you please let me know if you have a dedicated staff member to oversee it? If so, can you send me the job description and pay range of the position? For those who do not have one employee (or a specific position) dedicated to run the makerspace, how do you handle it? Thanks so much! Emily -- Emily M. Dumas Library Director Royal Oak Public Library 248.246.3710

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Southfield COVID closing
by Dave Ewick 12 Oct '20

12 Oct '20

Hello everyone: We have had a staff member test positive for COVID so will be closed at least tomorrow (Tuesday) and possibly longer as we explore our options. Thanks, Dave Dave Ewick, City Librarian Southfield Public Library 248-796-4300

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Friends of the Library fundraising workshop
by Lisa Waskin 12 Oct '20

12 Oct '20

I am sending a request for any information regarding a Friends of the Library online workshop or virtual networking program that may have been developed in response to Covid. Specifically we are looking for something like: Navigating Covid - How to Raise Funds for Your Library During a Pandemic - along those lines. I am sure everyone's FOL groups are struggling with ways to raise money outside of the norm at this point. Or, if there haven't been any workshops developed yet, would there be a group of FOL groups that might want to form a networking brainstorm group with ours? I have a Zoom meeting room that I would be happy to facilitate something like that for Friends groups to get together virtually to share what they have been doing and get new ideas from others. Thank you, Lisa Lisa Waskin, Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Ph. (906) 632-9331 Fax (906) 635-0210 lisaw(a)uproc.lib.mi.us <mailto:lisaw@uproc.lib.mi.us>

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