July 2020 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Register soon for these MeLCat webinars!
by Gwen Haviland 27 Jul '20

27 Jul '20

There is still time to register for these MeLCat webinars for MeLCat library staff! MeLCat Basics<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/melcat-basics-602.html> (for MeLCat library staff only) 1-day class, August 3, 3pm - 4:30pm Eastern (2pm - 3:30pm Central) MeLCat Reports<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/melcat-reports-535.html> (for MeLCat library staff only) 1-day class, August 5, 10am - 11am Eastern (9am - 10am Central) MeLCat Basics<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/melcat-basics-603.html> (for MeLCat library staff only) 1-day class, August 6, 11am - 12:30pm Eastern (10am - 11:30am 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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LWV Voter Guide online
by Sheryl Mase 27 Jul '20

27 Jul '20

Hello All, Please help get the word out about this voter guide compiled by the League of Women Voters. You can put it on your website, share it on facebook, or include in your electronic communications. Here is the blurb you can use: [cid:97a876b6-f3fe-49e7-9e22-49c2c9f01f79] www.Vote411.org<http://www.Vote411.org> is a public service by the League of Women Voters. Before you vote, read how your candidates responded to questions in the online VOTER GUIDE. Learn How to Register to Vote, How to Check if You Are Registered, and other helpful information. ~Sheryl ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Sheryl L. Mase, Director <mailto:smase@mmll.org> Mid-Michigan Library League 201 N. Mitchell, Suite 302, Cadillac MI 49601 phone: 231-775-3037 fax: 231-775-1749 https://mmll.org ~ visit us on facebook<https://www.facebook.com/4mmll>

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Register soon for this foundational cataloging webinar from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 27 Jul '20

27 Jul '20

There is still time to register for this cataloging webinar from MCLS! Assigning Library of Congress Call Numbers: Basic<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/assigning-library-of-congress-call-numbers…> 3-day class, August 4-6, 2pm - 4pm Eastern (1pm - 3pm Central) For this 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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BCALA and ALSC Social Justice Reading List
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 27 Jul '20

27 Jul '20

Community, Connecting, Cultivating & Constructing Conversations Through Literacy This list was a collaborative effort between the Black Caucus of the American Library Association (BCALA)<https://www.bcala.org/booklists> and the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), a division of the American Library Association (ALA). Titles on this list were compiled by members of BCALA and members of ALSC's Quicklists Consulting Committee. ALSC's Board of Directors endorses BCALA's statement condemning increased violence and racism toward Black Americans and people of color and stands in solidarity with Black Lives Matter, BCALA, and those working to dismantling racial capitalism and white supremacy in all of its forms. Know your reader: Some titles may include mature content. Parents, caregivers and educators are encouraged to discuss these experiences with their children. Community, Connecting, Cultivating & Constructing Conversations Through Literacy Reading list (Preschool - 8th Grade) 260KB PDF<http://www.ala.org/alsc/sites/ala.org.alsc/files/content/compubs/booklists/…> High-Resolution version 810KB PDF<http://www.ala.org/alsc/sites/ala.org.alsc/files/content/compubs/booklists/…> 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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Elderly Patrons Getting a Library Card
by Brian Johnston 24 Jul '20

24 Jul '20

Hello Everyone, Does your library have a policy on elderly patrons who are unable to sign for themselves getting a library card? What do you require? Do you allow a family member to sign them up? Please let me know if you have a policy on this. Thanks, Brian R. Johnston Adult Services Librarian Lincoln Township Public Library 2099 W. John Beers Road Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 429-9575 bjohnston(a)lincolnlib.org

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Library Law Spotlight Webinar: July
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 24 Jul '20

24 Jul '20

This month's Library Law Spotlight Webinar, on JULY 29, 2020 @ 11:00am-12:pm will discuss Library Trustees' authority and duty. The recent months have introduced many uncertainties to libraries and, for some, may have uncovered a few less-than-clear areas of library authority and decision making. This session will review the purpose, responsibilities and limits of public library boards of trustees and answer the age-old questions: What do Boards do? What can Boards do? What should Boards do? If you know someone (board member, director, or staff) who could use an introduction or refresher- or clarification on the duties and responsibilities of Public Library Board Trustees, then this session is for them. If you are a board member, work with board members, or are just curious, join us! Just use the link below to register: https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.… Hope to see you there! Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. 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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Last chance to register for Boosting Workplace Wellbeing!
by Gwen Haviland 24 Jul '20

24 Jul '20

Register soon for this new, highly interactive course! This course is designed to introduce you to the PERMAH pillars for wellbeing and to help you develop small actions you can take to increase each of these pillars. Research shows that workplace wellbeing is an important factor in performance and positive change. This course will introduce the definition of, and importance of wellbeing in the workplace. It will also introduce the learner to the PERMAH evidence-based framework for wellbeing developed by Professor Martin Seligman, which suggests that the presence in our lives of positive emotion, engagement, relationships, meaning, accomplishment, and health all cultivate our wellbeing. During this course, attendees will discuss and develop specific interventions (small actions) they can take to boost each of the PERMAH elements of wellbeing. This is an interactive course that involves discussion, and participants should plan to turn their cameras on for full participation. Boosting Workplace Wellbeing<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/boosting-workplace-wellness-527.html> NEW! 1-day class, July 31, 10am - 12pm Eastern (9am - 11am Central) 2 LEUs for Indiana library staff! For this 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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REALM Project Updated Webinar Scheduled for August 4
by Shannon White - Library of Michigan 24 Jul '20

24 Jul '20

REALM Project Updated Webinar Scheduled for August 4 Through the REopening Archives, Libraries, and Museums (REALM) Project, https://www.webjunction.org/explore-topics/COVID-19-research-project.html OCLC, the Institute of Museum and Library Services, and Battelle are conducting research on how long the COVID-19 virus survives on materials that are commonly handled in archives, libraries, and museums. Join staff from OCLC, IMLS, and Battelle for a free WebJunction webinar to learn more about the testing process, how to present results to your stakeholders, project resources to inform your local decisions, and what you can expect from the project in the months to come.  Round 2 of testing was recently completed. Register for the webinar here https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/realm-testing-resource-overv… Archive, library, and museum staff can use the form linked below to submit their questions about the REALM project to the team. We will do our best to respond to questions submitted. The form can be found at https://oc.lc/realm-questions The slides for the webinar will be posted here https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/realm-testing-resource-overv… the day before the session and the recording will be posted afterwards. This webinar is provided by the partners above and any questions regarding the webinar and technical support for the session should be directed to them directly. 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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SRP performer recommendation
by Stair Library 23 Jul '20

23 Jul '20

If you're looking for an SRP performer to round out your summer offerings (virtual or live), Acting Up Theatre Company has a really good Imagine Your Story-themed play with lots of funny cultural references adults will enjoy. We showed it live on Zoom today and also streamed to Facebook Live. Chad Patterson was great to work with. He's still doing some booking for this summer. Here's his email address: actingup03(a)yahoo.com Thanks, Colleen Colleen Leddy, Director Stair District Library 228 W. Main St. Morenci, MI 49256 517.458.6510

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Remote Lockers for Patron Holds
by John Martin 23 Jul '20

23 Jul '20

We are exploring installing an exterior locker system to provide our patrons 24/7 access to items they have requested. If you have one, or have experience with one, I would love to hear the positives and negatives of the system you have used. Thank you! JM <http://loutitlibrary.org/> John Martin Library Director he/him/his 616.850.6912 | loutitlibrary.org 407 Columbus Ave., Grand Haven, MI 49417 Expanding Horizons. Enriching Minds. Engaging Community. <https://www.facebook.com/LoutitDistrictLibrary/> <https://www.instagram.com/loutitlibrary/>

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