May 2020 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Join us Friday for a dialogue about safe ways to get physical library materials in people’s hands in the post-pandemic world
by Pam Seabolt 04 May '20

04 May '20

We invite you to join MCLS staff for the next dialogue and discussion in our weekly series of conversations around the environment we find ourselves working in right now and what opportunities might exist as we move forward. This week we continue our discussion by taking a deeper dive into removing barriers to library service to discuss best experiences and opportunities for getting physical materials in people’s hands. Part support group, part visioning, let’s share our thoughts and ideas as we innovate ways to create our post-pandemic future. Join us this week on Friday, May 8 at 11:00 EDT (10:00 am CDT) on Zoom. Please login using this link for the Virtual Dialogue<https://zoom.us/j/172695113?pwd=dnpuUVBudFR5MHZaTHl4bTN6UjZWdz09>. You can view the recordings and chat logs from the previous dialogues by visiting https://www.mcls.org/training-events/presentation-slides/. We look forward to seeing you Friday! ************************ Pamela Seabolt Library Strategist Engagement, Consulting, and Training Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) (800) 530-9019 ext 123 seaboltp(a)mcls.org<mailto:seaboltp@mcls.org> [signature_1965895752]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [signature_1855830282] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [signature_1154608999] <http://www.mcls.org/>

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Hand sanitizer
by Julie Censke 04 May '20

04 May '20

Hi there, I'm having trouble finding hand sanitizer. Where are all of you getting yours? Julie Censke Library Director Colon Township Library (269) 432-3958

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Participate in National Library Legislative Week — May 4 through May 8 — from home
by Shannon White - Library of Michigan 04 May '20

04 May '20

Participate in National Library Legislative Week — May 4 through May 8 — from home While the in-person National Library Legislative Day (NLLD) 2020 was canceled, ALA is hosting a week's worth of free advocacy training and activities for library advocates of all kinds. Typically, NLLD has a registration cost and specialized trainings, like the Congressional Management Foundation webinar, are available to ALA members only. During this critical moment, we are opening access to everyone. Our vision is that library advocates will have the opportunity to hear from each other, to train virtually, and to continue creating connections and relationships with decision makers at every level of government. This is an unsettling time, but here's the truth: advocacy is more important now than ever before. This week of training aims to prepare us to take the leap forward, to expand our skillsets, and to pioneer new forms of digital outreach. Knowing we are all balancing screen time with multiple responsibilities at home, the week is a "design your own path" program based on your preference and availability. Tune in every day between May 4 and May 8 for live afternoon sessions and complete advocacy actions when you can. All trainings are free and recordings will be available through May 31. For complete information, visit http://www.ala.org/advocacy/nlld<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.or…>. United for Libraries will be sending reminders this week to participate via this discussion forum. Monday, May 4 (Today!) * 5 Minutes — Thank and share an impact story with your member of Congress. Take Action here: bit.ly/NLLDshare<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F…> * 30 Minutes — Join us at 4pm EST for a virtual training with the Congressional Management Foundation on connecting with elected officials while social distancing. Register here: bit.ly/NLLDtrain<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F…> Tuesday, May 5 * 15 Minutes — Call us and leave a voicemail about your library's impact on your community. Put a voice to your story by recording it on the ALA Advocacy Hotline: 202-403-8221 Wednesday, May 6 * 5 Minutes — Given the impact of COVID19, advocacy at all levels is critical. Sign up with your local chapter as an advocate: bit.ly/NLLDchapters<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F…> * 30 Minutes — Mini Chapter Advocacy Exchange: How three chapters are pivoting from in-person to online advocacy. Register here.<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala-event…> Thursday, May 7 * 15 Minutes — Watch as ALA advocates host a mock meeting with Congressional staff and hear insights on how to build relationships in this virtual moment. Register here.<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala-event…> Friday, May 8 * 5 Minutes: Tell us about your meetings with your elected officials. Take Action here: bit.ly/NLLDfeedback<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F…> * 30 Minutes: Chapter Advocacy Exchange: How three chapters are collecting stories for digital advocacy. Register here.<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala-event…> United for Libraries The Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations A division of the American Library Association 312-280-2160 www.ala.org/united<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.or…> Shannon White Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 Whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov> 517-335-1507 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan>

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Updated Reopening Document from Michigan Cooperative Directors
by Shawn Andary 04 May '20

04 May '20

Happy Monday all, We've added some links under Additional Resources on the "Michigan Public Libraries : Re-opening Considerations after Closures" document at https://micoops.info/ Check it out now to link to reopening plans from Colorado, Georgia and New Mexico, view the IMLS/CDC webinar on mitigating COVID-19 when circulating materials, and review the Guidance for Governors from Johns Hopkins. The MCDA will continue to update the document on a regular basis to provide helpful resources and examples of what others are doing as we move forward with reopening our libraries and resuming services to our patrons. Suggestions for additional resources to include are welcomed. Just email your Cooperative director with the information and we will get that included in the list. Thank you, ****************************** Shawn Andary Director Superiorland Library Cooperative (906) 228-7697 ext. 2 sandary(a)uproc.lib.mi.us "Bad libraries build [only] collections, good libraries build services, great libraries build communities." -R. David Lankes. ******************************

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Virtual Event Pollinator’s Gardens with Bees in the D
by Michael Howey 02 May '20

02 May '20

Greetings! If you are going to do, or would like to add to, your virtual programming please consider Bees in the D. Royal Oak Public Library hosted Bees in the D Pollinator’s Gardens this week and it was very entertaining, informative and much fun! The interest was high, over 100 registered with 67 watching, and the presenter Brian Peterson-Roest was great! We used Zoom, which Bees in the D provided. The event went smooth, with no glitches! I think your patrons would enjoy Pollinator’s Gardens and with Bees in the D being a non-profit, their fee ($300) goes to supporting their great cause. Tap https://beesinthed.com/ to learn more and get in contact with Brian. Please email me if you have any questions! Mick Howey Adult Services Librarian Royal Oak Public Library michaelh(a)ropl.org -- Mick Howey Adult Services & Outreach Librarian Ph. 248.246.3724 Royal Oak Public Library 222 East 11 Mile Road Royal Oak, Mi 48067 michaelh(a)ropl.org ReThink RO

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MCLS Soft Skills webinar - Critical Thinking Skills!
by Gwen Haviland 01 May '20

01 May '20

Register soon for Soft Skills: Introduction to Critical Thinking Skills! Soft Skills: Introduction to Critical Thinking Skills - live<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/soft-skills-introduction-to-critical-think…> (FREE FOR MCLS MEMBERS!) 1-day class, May 14, 10am - 11:30am Eastern (9am - 10:30am Central) 2 LEUs for Indiana library staff! Soft Skills: Introduction to Critical Thinking Skills - recording <https://store.mcls.org/index.php/soft-skills-introduction-to-critical-think…> (FREE FOR MCLS MEMBERS!) Available the day after the live webinar runs on May 14, 2020 2 LEUs for Indiana library staff! MCLS Non-Members: Buy live webinar and get the recording half off! 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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Webinars for MeLCat Library Staff
by Gwen Haviland 01 May '20

01 May '20

Register soon for these MeLCat webinars (MeLCat library staff only)! Everything You Need to be Doing as a DCB MeLCat Library<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/everything-you-need-to-be-doing-as-a-dcb-m…> 1-day class, May 13, 10am - 11:30pm Eastern (9am - 10:30am Central) RIDES: When Things Go Wrong<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/rides-when-things-go-wrong-500.html> 1-day class, May 19, 2pm - 3pm Eastern (1pm - 2pm 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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May cataloging webinars from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 01 May '20

01 May '20

Register soon for these MCLS cataloging webinars! Copy Cataloging of Videos & DVDs<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/copy-cataloging-of-videos-dvds-using-rda-4…> 3-day class, May 12-14, 2pm - 4pm Eastern (1pm - 3pm Central) Copy Descriptive Cataloging of Monographs Using RDA<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/copy-cataloging-of-monographs-using-rda-47…> 3-day class, May 19-21, 10am - 12pm Eastern (9am - 11am Central) Graphic Detail: Cataloging Graphic Novels<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/graphic-detail-cataloging-graphic-novels-4…> 1-day class, May 21, 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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Imagine Your Story @ Home!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 01 May '20

01 May '20

The Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) is aware of the impact on our communities during the current crisis and of all those unable to access the internet from home. Please read the letter to CSLP Member Libraries (all Michigan libraries are members thanks to IMLS) and take advantage of the new resources. The materials are divided by age group and are designed to be distributed directly to patrons, in print or through your library's website/eNewsletters. You can find the files attached or download them: https://bit.ly/CSLP_Home2020. This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services Have a great weekend, 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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New Documents for April
by Bruce Sarjeant 01 May '20

01 May '20

Good Afternoon. A list of new documents has been posted to the GORODT of Michigan wiki. Of note this month: - FERPA & Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): frequently asked questions (FAQs). - Air Quality Division Annual Program Report- Fiscal Year 2019. - Hospital experiences responding to the COVID-19 pandemic: results of a National Pulse Survey March 23-27, 2020. - Michigan Department of Education COVID-19 Online Instructional Resources. - Report of the Select Committee on Intelligence United States Senate on Russian Active Measures Campaigns and interference in the 2016 U.S. Elections. Volume 4: Review of the Intelligence Community Assessment with Additional Views. - USGS Resources for Teachers: College (K-12 resources as well). - Abundance and Biomass of Benthic Macroinvertebrates in Lake Michigan in 2015, with a Summary of Temporal Trends. http://godortmi.pbworks.com/w/page/139880385/April%202020%20New%20Documents… -- Bruce Sarjeant Reference, Documents & Maps Librarian Lydia Olson Library Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave Marquette, MI 49855 (906) 227-1580 bsarjean(a)nmu.edu

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