April 2020 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Job Posting: Head of Adult & Reference Services
by Rob Bristow 06 Apr '20

06 Apr '20

Join our team! The Georgetown Township Public Library is now accepting applications for a full-time Head of Adult & Reference Services. The Georgetown Township Public Library is housed in a beautiful, new 31,000 sf facility and serves a population of roughly 50,000, with an annual budget of $1.5 million. Primary duties of the position include: collection development, program planning and implementation, community outreach, and oversight of reference desk services. Master's in Library Science Degree and previous comparable library experience required. To learn more about the position or to apply, please visit https://www.georgetown-mi.gov/Jobs.aspx Thanks, Rob Library Director Georgetown Township Public Library 616.457.9620 www.gtpl.org

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Personal update from me
by Reed, Nyama 06 Apr '20

06 Apr '20

I regret to say my sister Angie in Michigan went to the hospital this weekend in Flint, MI. I kind of had to force her due to the family trait of stubbornness... But once I heard her on the phone I knew she wouldn't make it till Monday (she was trying to wait). I made her give my step-dad (her dad who's 83 and has cancer) the phone and told him I was going to listen in while he called 911 on another phone. She was taken in, quickly deteriorated, and was put on a ventilator. She is listed in "very critical" condition. We are awaiting her COVID test results. At 400+ pounds, she has been in and out of the hospital the last year numerous times, so she doesn't go into this with good health or good prospects. I am the point person for the family to call and get updates and then relay the info to everyone. Given that, and the stress on my brain, I'll be in less communication this week. Stay safe. Stay home. If you go out, wear a mask. Personal advice, not librarian advice: call/zoom/connect with your family and friends across the state/country/world to tell them you love them. Also, make your living will/power of attorney and update your emergency contacts asap and give the info to people so they have it. It does not good if it's just saved on your computer. My sister went into the hospital with none of that in place and it made it very difficult to get updates bc of the privacy laws. We finally figured out her dad was her listed emergency contact. I had to ask the nurse on the phone to confirm the name I gave him, bc he couldn't tell me outright. Then I had my step-dad call the nurse directly (at 11pm!) to get the "PIN" that the hospital requires for communication. Then he gave me the PIN. Find out before you are in an emergency, and potentially "very critical" how your local hospital handles it. Hugs and love to everyone. Nyama

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MLA Annual Conference Call for Proposals
by Amber Sheerin 06 Apr '20

06 Apr '20

The deadline for the MLA Annual Conference Call for Proposals has been extended to May 1st. Submit proposals here: https://www.milibraries.org/call-for-proposals [Web Icon resized] Amber Sheerin, CMP, CTA Program and Event Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 517-816-7015 asheerin(a)milibraries.org<mailto:asheerin@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.milibr…> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> and Twitter<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…>!

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Job Posting - User Services Department Head, UM-Dearborn
by Sophia McFadden-Keesling 06 Apr '20

06 Apr '20

Hello! The University of Michigan-Dearborn seeks an energetic, innovative, service-oriented and collaborative professional to serve as the Head of User Services for the Mardigian Library. The Head of User Services is a senior level management position in the Mardigian Library. This position is responsible for managing four User Services staff and approximately 15-20 student workers as well as supporting the work of the First Year Experience Librarian. The User Services Department comprises the functional areas of circulation, course reserves, interlibrary loan, user engagement and outreach, stacks management, and both online and in-person first-tier research services. Other department head responsibilities include serving on the Library’s leadership team and facilitating communication and coordination with other departments in the Library. This job comes with amazing benefits <https://careers.umich.edu/benefits/> (such as generous time off, a retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting, many choices for comprehensive health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, etc.) through the University of Michigan. The salary range for this position is $64,000.00 – $65,000.00. For a more detailed job summary, list of responsibilities, and qualifications, please check out the job posting at UM Careers <https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/184985/user_services_department_head>. The Job Opening ID is 184985. Please apply with a cover letter and resume by April 15th. Mardigian library is a fantastic place to work with a great User Services Team! I hope you consider applying! Best, Sophia McFadden-Keesling *First Year Experience Librarian* *University of Michigan-Dearborn | Mardigian Library* *Pronouns: She/Her/Hers*

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MCLS Technology and Cataloging webinars!
by Gwen Haviland 03 Apr '20

03 Apr '20

There is still time to register for these MCLS webinar! Original Cataloging of Archival Materials Using RDA<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/original-cataloging-of-archival-materials-…> NEWLY UPDATED 3-day class, April 14-16, 10am - 12pm Eastern (9am - 11am Central) Writing for the Web<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/writing-for-the-web-454.html> TECHNOLOGY COURSE 1-day class, April 15, 2pm - 4pm Eastern (1pm - 3pm Central) For these and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here https://store.mcls.org To learn about our Soft Skills and Cataloging Certificate Programs 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 800-530-9019 ext 404 training(a)mcls.org

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Library of Michigan - Upcoming Grant Application webinars
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 03 Apr '20

03 Apr '20

For those interested in the Library of Michigan LSTA Collaborative Library Services grant program or the Improving Access to Information Grant program, we will have application webinars. You can find the date, time and registration links below. For more information on all the grant programs, please go to www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> and look at the respective grant program sections. Improving Access to Information Grant Program - How to Apply * Monday, April 13th - 11:00 AM - REGISTER<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Collaborative Library Services Grant Program - How to Apply * Tuesday, April 14th - 11:00 AM - REGISTER<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator 517-241-0021 www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> www.michigan.gov/sl21<http://www.michigan.gov/sl21>

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Library of Michigan LSTA FY 2019 Annual Report & Fact Sheet
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 03 Apr '20

03 Apr '20

Please find the Library Services & Technology Act Michigan Report for 2019 and the 2019 LSTA Fact Sheet at the links below. While we are facing new challenges this year, the report is a good example of the impact Michigan's libraries have on our communities in last year and a demonstration of what we can do going forward. If you have any questions on the reports or on LSTA in general, please feel free to contact me. * Library Service & Technology Act Michigan Report for 2019<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2020_LSTA_FFY18_Ann…> * Michigan LSTA Fact Sheet 2019<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2020_-_LSTA_fact_sh…> For full information on LSTA in Michigan, including the Library of Michigan's grant programs, please go to www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta>.

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 03 Apr '20

03 Apr '20

Summer Library Programming In case you missed it, you can check out CSLP's March Newsletter online<https://us13.campaign-archive.com/?e=&u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405&id=d6d8d1…>; it features a very timely article by Shane Hoffman at Plain City Public Library about libraries addressing food insecurity during the COVID-19 emergency and beyond. Be sure to subscribe as CSLP is going to be offering more and more resources, ideas, and virtual help in the coming weeks and months for libraries in this time of crisis! You can also follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest at @CSLPreads. All Michigan public libraries are a member thanks to the support of the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Read by Grade Three "Gov. Whitmer announced Thursday that all Michigan K-12 public and private schools will remain closed through the end of the school year due to coronavirus, joining 9 other states in doing so. This means there will be no state assessments or teacher evaluations, and that 3rd graders will not be held back under the Read by Grade Three Law's retention requirement. Schools will also shift to remote learning, and each district is to come up with its own plan to educate students at home that will be approved by ISDs. MDE is to develop a model template for districts to use in making this transition." -- This Week in RBG3-Related News, 3/28/20-4/3/20. MiYouth Virtual Meetings - Wednesdays, 10:00 AM ET This Wednesday, April 8th, we will discuss how best to support our educators and students in a time of unexpected school closures. Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://michigan-host.zoom.us/j/506813991<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmichigan-…>, Password: 454345 Or Telephone: Dial: USA 215 446 3657 USA 8883634735 (US Toll Free) Conference code: 519921 Find local AT&T Numbers<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.telec…> MiYouth Virtual Resources are also available, including author permissions and programming ideas at: http://bit.ly/MiYouthVirtual Resources COVID-19 Resources for Michigan Libraries<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_98256---,00.h…> from the Library of Michigan. MeL's Learning in Place<https://mel.org/covid19> eResources site. COVID-19: Save Your Story<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88854_89996-523458-…> seeking volunteers to submit their stories to the Library of Michigan. MiDHHS: Communicating with Children During the Covid-19 Outbreak<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdhhs/Talking_with_kids_about_COVID_FINA…> In the News... State Superintendent Comments on School Closure Executive Order<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,4615,7-140--524075--,00.html> - MDE, 4.2.2020. What Michigan's Coronavirus School Closure Means for You<https://www.bridgemi.com/talent-education/what-michigans-coronavirus-school…> - Bridge, 4.3.2020. With Schools Closed, Districts Are Committed to Keeping Kids Fed<https://www.slj.com/?detailStory=with-schools-closed-districts-committed-to…> - School Library Journal, 4.2.2020. Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 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/> You have the power to shape your future, and the future of all children, by counting everyone in your home in the 2020 Census<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmy2020cen…>. [A close up of a sign Description automatically generated]

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author permissions
by Perri Saunders 03 Apr '20

03 Apr '20

How do I find out what children's authors have given permission to read their books on Facebook? -- Perri Saunders, Director White Pigeon Township Library 102 N. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 399 White Pigeon, MI 49099 269-483-7409 *p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us <p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us> * *Brighten the corner where you are.*

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WebJunction Course Catalog
by Cathleen A Russ 03 Apr '20

03 Apr '20

Hello! I know we have a lot of webinar opportunities right now. My head of Circulation sent the following information to me and asked me to share it with all of you if you are interested: My very good friend worked for IMLS for several years before joining Legal Services Corporation. He and his team developed this course for OCLC. When we reopen there will be a lot of patrons who are looking for help accessing legal services. I think this could be great for our librarians. This course will cover · Understanding the role of public libraries in addressing the justice gap · Recognizing the difference between legal information and legal advice · Conducting the legal reference interview; addressing patron stress and anxiety · Reviewing and strengthening your library’s civil legal reference collection · Exploring trusted local- and state-specific online self-help resources · Identifying and cultivating relationships with local organizations that offer legal aid, legal referrals https://learn.webjunction.org/course/search.php?search=lsc471&_ga=2.1389008…

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