May 2020 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

MeL Webinars Today at 1:00pm and 3:30pm
by Breed, Liz (MDE) 21 May '20

21 May '20

Good Morning, All! This is a reminder that there are two MeL webinars this afternoon at 1pm and 3:30pm. We hope you can join us! Thursday, May 21, 1-1:30 PM EST Britannica School Support for Summer Reading Programs! Looking for resources to support your online summer reading programs? Learn about how content from Britannica School aligns with this year's summer reading theme, Imagine Your Story. Registration Link: https://britannica.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2ye6OiRuSaibeJrq3yn4Iw<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbritannic…> Thursday, May 21, 3:30-4:30 PM EST World Book eBooks for Summer Reading Imagine your story with World Book eBooks. This webinar will cover a basic overview of our eBooks with a specific focus on how to use these in your 2020 summer-reading programs. This on-the-go digital library contains over 2,500 titles and is available 24/7 with unlimited, simultaneous access. NOTE: MeL's access to World Book eBooks has been extended to June 30, 2020. Registration Link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8219351201770163726<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fattendee.…> A couple of notes: 1. All sessions will be recorded and links will be provided for those who cannot attend virtually. 2. Registration is being handled directly by our vendors so it will not follow the typical LM registration process. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out. Coming next week are additional MeL webinars to support summer reading and learning from home activities. The schedule is below my email signature. We hope you can join us! Have a great day! Liz Liz Breed Michigan eLibrary Coordinator Library of Michigan | Michigan Department of Education 517-335-1497 | breedl(a)michigan.gov<mailto:breedl@michigan.gov> www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> | Follow MeL: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mel.org/> and Twitter<https://twitter.com/meldotorg> Schedule: Tue-Fri 8:30-5 May is Teacher Appreciation Month - recognizing outstanding educators. Learn more<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…>! [cid:image001.jpg@01D4FF31.24256D60] Upcoming MeL Webinars Wednesday, May 27, 1-2 PM EST Marketing Supports for World Book Content World Book has plenty of free, pre-created material to help you market access to your patrons. Join us for ideas on how to spread the word and find out where to access promotional material such as social media posts, bookmarks, flyers, and more! Registration Link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3736745649420579854<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fattendee.…> Thursday, May 28, 10-10:30 AM EST Leverage Gale Business: DemographicsNow to Promote your Resources Losing face to face contact with your patrons makes it difficult to inform them of the resources your library has to offer. Using Gale Business: DemographicsNow you can see your community makeup and communication preferences, to help tailor your marketing campaigns. In this session we will explore how to create reports and maps outlining the demographics of your area and discuss how that information can help you reach patrons in a distance learning world. Registration Link: https://cengage.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xO1sFlsmSIKmfimyLjsAnw<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcengage.z…> Thursday, May 28, 1-2 PM EST PebbleGo Online Summer Program Ideas for K-3 During this webinar, you will learn some simple, but effective, ways to engage your youngest readers in an online setting. PebbleGo's range of topics, activities and reader supports make PebbleGo your go-to resource for fun, stress-free summer learning for kids and their families. Registration Link: https://coughlancompanies.zoom.us/webinar/register/6815893953991/WN_7wKagIH…<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcoughlanc…> Tuesday, June 2, 1-2 PM EST World Book Early Learning Content for Summer Reading How does Early Learning fit in to your summer reading program? Join us to find out! This webinar will cover ideas on specific stories aligned to the theme of Imagine Your Story. We'll also provide creative ways to use these stories and other features as tools for remote summer reading programs. Registration Link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5500743830908205070<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fattendee.…> Thursday, June 4, 1-2 PM EST World Book Kids Content for Summer Reading How does World Book Kids fit in to your summer reading program? Join us to find out! This webinar will provide insight into how to incorporate various activities and features from World Book Kids for the 2020 summer reading program - Imagine Your Story. Registration Link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8966420974332667918<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fattendee.…>

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Join us at 10am for the MLA Connect Coffee Hour: Summer Reading Programs 2020 - It's not too late to register!
by Rachel Ash 21 May '20

21 May '20

Let's talk summer reading! With limited services, reduced access to library spaces, and socially distant staff and patrons, how should we approach summer reading? This morning at 10am, grab a cup of coffee and join MLA and Cathy Lancaster from the Library of Michigan as we discuss best practices and creative ideas for 2020 summer reading programs. This coffee hour is free to attend and open to anyone interested in joining the conversation! Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtceiurD4rHNA7GtaJagZ1NjiL7BFpf7… [https://us02web.zoom.us/w_p/579220933/ebbbd508-39db-40b7-be7d-d2ab1c5ed956.…]<https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtceiurD4rHNA7GtaJagZ1NjiL7BFpf7…> Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: MLA Coffee Hour - Summer Reading Programs 2020. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.<https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtceiurD4rHNA7GtaJagZ1NjiL7BFpf7…> With limited services, reduced access to library spaces, and socially distant staff and patrons, how should we approach summer reading programs? Join Cathy Lancaster from the Library of Michigan as we discuss the best practices and ideas for youth service staff to navigate through 2020 summer program ideas. us02web.zoom.us [Web Icon resized] Rachel Ash Membership and Communications Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 394-2774 ext. 225 milibraries.org rfash(a)milibraries.org<mailto:rfash@milibraries.org> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/MichiganLibraryAssociation> and Twitter<https://twitter.com/mlaoffice>!

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MiYouth Virtual Mtg recap
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 20 May '20

20 May '20

Thanks to all who joined us today! We had a great discussion around libraries encouraging play and supporting families offline this summer. You can find the notes, links, and chatbox transcript here: https://bit.ly/MiYouth_5_20_20. Liz Breed also highlighted the new document you can use for supporting summer reading: Supporting Summer Reading with MeL<https://app.luminpdf.com/viewer/5ec447e5852daf0017d14092>. Feel free to add additional thoughts and ideas on the MiYouth document regarding PLAY! Also, I have had a few requests for training on Virtual Storytimes. Please see the following resources for support: * Getting Started with Virtual Storytimes<https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/getting-started-with-virtual…> - free from WebJunction, Tuesday, June 16th at 2pm ET. * AZ State Library's: Virtual Storytime for Beginners<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%…> * Virtual Storytime and Circle Time: 15 Tips to Make a Dynamic Video<https://www.slj.com/?detailStory=Virtual-Storytime-and-Circle-Time-15-Tips-…> - SLJ, 4.6.2020. * Creating a YouTube Channel<https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/1646861?hl=en> * Streaming Storytime<https://vimeo.com/407163717> from the Massachusetts Library System - A Streaming Storytime "How-To" featuring Danielle Masterson, Head of Children & Teen Services at the Flint Memorial Library in North Reading and Jessica Phillips, Head of Children's Department at the Duxbury Public Library on how they are connecting with their youth community virtually using Facebook and Instagram. Watch the recording<https://vimeo.com/407163717> and slides and other resources can be found at drive.google.com/open?id=1LuonnBbypKDHAZZ9e61pUjHfAWLRA4kJ<https://drive.google.com/open?id=1LuonnBbypKDHAZZ9e61pUjHfAWLRA4kJ>. MiYouth Meetings are weekly, at 10am on Wednesdays; they are not recorded. 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 If you've missed past weeks you can find all the notes/chatboxes here: https://bit.ly/MiYouthMeetings<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F…>. For a list of various Virtual Resources, including links to publishers, eBooks, trainings, etc: http://bit.ly/MiYouthVirtual<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FM…> Thank you, 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/>

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REALM Project update: Round 1 material testing underway
by Shannon White - Library of Michigan 20 May '20

20 May '20

Lab testing begins on the first round of selected materials If you signed up for updates from the REALM Project, Reopening Archives, Libraries, and Museums you would have seen this in your inbox today. For those that are not signed up for updates about the REALM Project you can do so here: https://www.oclc.org/content/oclc-forms/en_us/realm-updates.html?_ga=2.3280… Round 1 material testing underway Five items commonly found in public libraries have been selected for initial lab testing to determine the length of time the COVID-19 virus may live on the surface of these materials. Testing began May 13, 2020, using materials provided to Battelle by Columbus Metropolitan Library, and the results of this first round are expected to be released mid-June. For more information and more details on this first round of testing and other activities, visit the “Happening Now<http://click.e.oclc.org/?qs=3c7e5b3ca34c8aebf640543f9366d991cb478fb0a239067…>” project update page. https://www.webjunction.org/explore-topics/COVID-19-research-project.html For more on the scope, timeline, and committees involved with #REALMproject, https://www.webjunction.org/explore-topics/COVID-19-research-project.html --------------------------------------------------- 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> Schedule: Tue-Fri, 8-5

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Kajeet
by Goodrich,Jessica 20 May '20

20 May '20

Hi, Any libraries doing hotspots with Kajeet? It would be great to hear your comments and reviews. Thanks! Jessica Goodrich (she, her, hers) Library of Things and Business Outreach Librarian Capital Area District Library - Community Outreach 401 S. Capitol Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933 517-367-6330 | goodrichj(a)cadl.org<mailto:goodrichj@cadl.org> www.cadl.org<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.cadl.org&d=DQMFAg&c…> | facebook.com/cadlibrary<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.facebook.com_cadli…> | twitter.com/cadl<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.twitter.com_cadl&d=…>

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Tablets and Hotspots
by Hartford Public Library 20 May '20

20 May '20

Dear Libraries, Do you circulate tablets? If so what kind? If you offer hotspots, which ones do you recommend?I appreciate your comments and information. Regards,Stephanie DanielsDirectorHartford Public Library

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Recommendations
by Susan Wess 20 May '20

20 May '20

Recommendations for plexiglas screen guards in SE MI. Thanks. Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef>

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Getting Started with Virtual Storytimes Webinar
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 20 May '20

20 May '20

TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2020 Getting Started with Virtual Storytimes - Free from WebJunction 2:00 PM-3:30 PM Eastern Standard Time Many libraries are moving their storytimes online, to be able to engage with families during times of social distancing. If you want to launch virtual storytimes at your library, but don't know where to start, this webinar is for you! This comprehensive introduction to virtual storytimes will include book selection and copyright, technology and social media tools, strategies for accessibility and inclusion, early literacy activities, and ideas for promotion. Learn lessons on how to create a dynamic and engaging online presence and building a rapport with your virtual audience. Note: This is a 90-minute webinar. Presented by: Renee Grassi, Youth Services Manager, Dakota County Library (MN) Register now<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fclick.e.oc…> https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/getting-started-with-virtual… 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/>

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Outreach from MI Department of State
by Reinhardt, Sarah (MDOS) 20 May '20

20 May '20

Greetings, I hope this email finds you safe and well. On behalf of the Michigan Department of State and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, we are pleased to invite you, your members and community to the State-Wide Redistricting Virtual Town Hall to discuss Michigan's first ever citizen-led redistricting commission, opened by Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and co-hosted by the Michigan League of Women Voters. The Redistricting Virtual Town Hall will be THIS THURSDAY at 5:00PM (Click here to RSVP<https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HWykVk0zRDiZQW1eTrF2mg?fbclid=I…>) As we enter the final two weeks of the application period, we're eager to engage you and your community to invite them to apply and inform them about our new free online notary services and email submission option for applications. We would greatly appreciate it if you could share this invitation with your members to encourage them to attend and learn about this historic opportunity. I have included several graphics, as well as a draft email invitation for your circulation below the line. You can also follow and share news about this event from our redistricting social media at @redistrictingMI on Twitter<https://twitter.com/RedistrictingMI>, Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/RedistrictingMI/>, and Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/redistrictingmi/>. Thank you, and please let me know if you have any further questions. Kindest regards, Sarah Reinhardt Departmental Analyst Michigan Department of State Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson ReinhardtS(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:ReinhardtS@Michigan.gov> Greetings, On behalf of the Michigan Department of State and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, we are pleased to invite you to the State-Wide Redistricting Virtual Town Hall to discuss Michigan's first ever citizen-led redistricting commission, co-hosted by State of Michigan's League of Women Voters. The Redistricting Virtual Town Hall will be THIS THURSDAY at 5:00PM (Click here to RSVP<https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HWykVk0zRDiZQW1eTrF2mg?fbclid=I…>) The application deadline is June 1 - less than one month away - so we encourage you to act fast and apply now at Michigan.gov/Redistricting<http://www.Michigan.gov/redistricting>. Applying has never been easier, with email submission of applications to the Michigan Department of State and online notarization. Please visit Michigan.gov/FreeNotary<http://www.Michigan.gov/freenotary> to learn more. Details on Michigan's Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission and why it matters to YOU are listed below. What is Redistricting? Every 10 years following the U.S. Census, district lines for political offices must be redrawn in states across the country to accurately reflect their population. These districts determine political representation. What is Michigan's Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission? In Michigan, a randomly selected commission of citizens is responsible for drawing U.S. congressional and state House and Senate district lines for Michigan elections. These districts determine political representation. In 2018, voters amended the state constitution to make citizens, not legislators or special interests, responsible for drawing district lines. Why should YOU apply? You can ensure people like YOU and those in your community have a voice at the table by applying today! Looking for more great reasons to apply? 1. Give a voice to your community 2. Create more fair and representative elections in Michigan 3. Receive $40,000 compensation 4. Add amazing professional experience to your resume 5. Participate in a once-in-a-decade opportunity 6. Make history by serving on Michigan's first-ever redistricting commission Who can apply? All registered voters in the state of Michigan are welcome to apply. The constitutional amendment establishes a commission of 13 registered voters randomly selected through an application process. Of the 13 commissioners, four will affiliate with the Democratic Party, four will affiliate with the Republican Party, and five will not affiliate with either major political party. Do you need special skills or experience to apply? No! Everyday Michiganders will serve on this commission and will be responsible for drawing district lines. No special knowledge or experience is required. What is the time commitment to serve as a commissioner and what about my current job? Once seated, the Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission will create its own schedule. While we don't have an exact estimate of the time commitment, a similar commission in California found that the workload varied. Some weeks may be limited to a handful of hours, while others may be much more intensive. Additionally, the constitution prohibits a selected commissioner's employer from terminating or retaliating against them because of their membership on the Commission. As such, selected commissioners are protected, should they choose to maintain employment while serving on the Commission. We're eager to engage members of your community and want to invite YOU to apply. This is an extraordinary moment for all Michiganders to get involved and ensure the fairness and integrity of our elections. If you have any questions about redistricting or about this historic opportunity, you can find out more at our website, RedistrictingMichigan.org<https://redistrictingmichigan.org>, or contact us via social media at @redistrictingMI on Twitter<https://twitter.com/RedistrictingMI>, Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/RedistrictingMI/>, and Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/redistrictingmi/> or email us at Redistricting(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:Redistricting@Michigan.gov>. Sincerely, Office of Constituent Relations Michigan Department of State Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson

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hiring consultant / headhunter info
by Melissa Malcolm 20 May '20

20 May '20

Hi all-- My board is looking for information on using a consultant to conduct a director search. I know that I have heard non-recommendations in the recent past, but want to give them a more balanced assessment. Experience good or bad--would you let me know of yours, and if you would recommend a firm or individual, I'd appreciate hearing that too. Thanks so much! melissa -- Melissa A. Malcolm Library Director Lapeer District Library "Where your story begins." 201 Village West Dr S Lapeer, MI 48446 melissa(a)lib.lapeer.org www.library.lapeer.org 810.664.9521 <callto:810.664.9521> ext. 3113 "If liberty and justice mean anything, then access means everything." -- Charles Ogletree

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