August 2020 - Michlib-l

Ipad Kiosk Stands
by Tracy Logan 18 Aug '20

18 Aug '20

Hi All, My IT Manager is having a great time purging our stockpile. Would you like to purchase an Ipad Kiosk? The screw into place on surfaces etc. $10 as is for one. See pics below. -Tracy [image: image.png] [image: image.png] -- Tracy Logan Library Director Cadillac Wexford Public Library 411 S. Lake Street Cadillac, MI 49601 231-775-6541 logant(a)cadillaclibrary.org

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Counting virtual attendance??
by Schofield-Dahl, Lynn 18 Aug '20

18 Aug '20

Hi. For those of us doing virtual programs for which you post a program and people may watch when it is convenient for them, how are you counting attendance? Do you count views? Do you count views of a certain time length? Must the view be for the entire program? do you estimate audience age by the target audience? So many questions..... -- *Lynn Schofield-Dahl* *Deputy Director* Albion District Library 501 S. Superior Street, Albion, MI 49224 517.629.3993 albionlibrary.org

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REALM Project Test 3 Results Released: August 18, 2020
by Jim Flury 18 Aug '20

18 Aug '20

All, Please see attached and below. [ https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/test3-results.html | https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/test3-results.html ] Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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Employment Opportunity: Director (West Bloomfield Library)
by Jeff Crocker 18 Aug '20

18 Aug '20

POSITION: Director REPORTS TO: Six-Member, Elected (Non-Partisan), Governing Library Board MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited school; eligible for a permanent professional certificate from the Library of Michigan as required by state law for a Class VI library; valid State of Michigan driver’s license; ten years of public library experience, with a minimum of 5 years of high-level administrative experience; experience at the director or assistant director level; completion of a successful background check. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The director serves as the chief executive officer of the library and is responsible for the administration and daily operations of all library functions within the mission, goals and policies established by the Library Board. See http://www.wblib.org/files/aboutus/employment/Library_Director.pdf for full position description of qualifications and abilities, duties and responsibilities and other details. SALARY RANGE: $88,276 - $125,860 depending on qualifications/experience. Full benefit package. DEADLINE: August 25, 2020 APPLICATION: Apply online at http://www.wblib.org/aboutus/permanent_application.php. In addition to filling out the online application, please attach a cover letter and resume with three professional references who can speak to performance of administrative work. Anticipating a start date sometime in December 2020. Jeff Crocker Main Library Branch Manager -- West Bloomfield Township Public Library <https://www.wblib.org/> 4600 Walnut Lake Road <https://maps.google.com/maps?q=West+Bloomfield+Township+Public+Library,+Wal…> West Bloomfield, MI 48323 <https://maps.google.com/maps?q=West+Bloomfield+Township+Public+Library,+Wal…> Main Phone: (248) 682-2120 Branch Phone: (248) 363-4022 <//www.wblib.org/includes/statistics.php?StatType=Link&StatID=Facebook&weblink=https://www.facebook.com/WestBloomfieldLibrary> <//www.wblib.org/includes/statistics.php?StatType=Link&StatID=Pinterest&weblink=https://www.pinterest.com/westbloomlib> <//www.wblib.org/includes/statistics.php?StatType=Link&StatID=Twitter&weblink=https://twitter.com/westbloomlib> <//www.wblib.org/includes/statistics.php?StatType=Link&StatID=Instagram&weblink=https://www.instagram.com/westbloomlib> This message is intended only for the individuals to whom it is addressed. Please note that it is strictly prohibited to disseminate, distribute or copy this information without expressed written permission. West Bloomfield Township Public Library does not guarantee that the integrity of this communication has been maintained or that this communication is free of viruses, interceptions, or interference.

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Fact Finding Resources
by C F 17 Aug '20

17 Aug '20

Hello colleagues, Back in 2016 prior to that presidential election, a member of this listserv provided a wonderful list of scholarly, fact-finding resources, but for the life of me, I cannot find them. If you were that person, would you please share those resources again? Or, if anyone else has some, please share them. It's that time again. Those resources would be great to have on hand to offer our family, friends and patrons. Thanks much, Connie

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Policy Question - Retirement
by Amber Hughey 17 Aug '20

17 Aug '20

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What makes us proud
by Tessa Genovese 17 Aug '20

17 Aug '20

Posting on behalf of Sonya Norris – please see below. Thanks! The Michigan library directors and staff who responded over the past four days to my listserv message on Thursday asking, “What makes you proudest of your library right now?” spoke clearly. Enjoy! MICHIGAN LIBRARY PRIDE Responses gathered august 2020 I am so proud of our library and staff for all the virtual programming and activities we have provided to patrons during this crazy time! Bellaire Public Library I am proud of the way staff adapted to different ways of offering programming and getting books into patron’s hands. Their positive attitude when serving the public despite the virus risks also tops my list. Highland Township Public Library I have to say the thing that I am most proud of about our library right now is the staff, and their ability to speak up about their concerns and work together with me so that everyone has been able to open in their own timeframe for how they feel is the safest for the staff and the community they serve. With nine locations, it could have been a real circus, but by not being afraid to let me know what they needed from me, it has been pretty seamless for SDL. Superior District Library That even though the staff are stressed out they still love their jobs and do what is right for their patrons because they know everyone is at their wits end for 2020 and empathy goes a long way. That’s what makes me proud, my understanding staff. Presque Isle District Library I am most proud of the people who work here for their creativity, their courage, and their unending desire to bring library services to our community! Southfield Public Library I'm proud that we've given away over 2,000 books to our patrons for free. We had quite a lot of books since we're the only library in Oceana County that accepts donations year-round. We couldn't have a book sale so we've just been giving them away. Our Friends group also purchased some children’s books from First Book as giveaways. Our little secret is that I have a staff member who takes anything from our stash of used books that she thinks she can sell online and we make almost as much money doing that as we did having book sales. I'm also proud that we are the only library in either Oceana or Mason County that's open to foot traffic. Our patrons are very grateful and we are living well within the safety protocols and procedures. I'm proud that my staff could not wait to get back in this building and start serving the public again. It was like holding back a team of horses waiting for the governor to give us the green light! The public has also been spectacularly cooperative about obeying all the rules. I must get at least a daily, "We're just thankful you're open." I know that's more than you asked for but thanks for asking! Hart Public Library What makes me proudest of our library is our staff members’ cheeriness, friendliness, helpfulness toward our patrons! Bad Axe Area District Library We're here. Charlevoix Public Library I am most proud that our staff and library provided our community a fun and effective virtual and paper summer reading program despite of Covid-19 restrictions. I am proud that we were able to provide both in-person outdoor events and great virtual ones as well. Newaygo Area District Library I have always been proud of my staff. As I tell the Library Board often, my staff make me look like I'm doing a good job. Lately though, they have gone above and beyond. The staff of my Youth Department has been providing 2 live online Storytimes each week (on Facebook), an online family book club (via Zoom), and weekly "Take It and Make It" craft projects in a bag. Each week a Library Aide draws a new coloring sheet for our patrons matching the Storytime theme. These can be downloaded from our website. The staff of my Adult Department also prepare weekly "Take It and Make It" crafts. They also post photo albums on Facebook of our entire non-fiction and fiction collections, shelf by shelf, so patrons can "browse" our collections even while we're only doing curbside service. And they started a weekly "Book Garden", where every Monday we place about 100 free grab bags of used books on the Library lawn. The books come from our Friends' storage closet. Each bag is labeled with broad genre/subject labels. Within an hour or two all the bags get taken by the local community! Our Facebook page is getting a lot more attention, likes, and shares. These are just a few examples of the unique ways my staff have found to serve our community in these challenging times. I could not be prouder of them. Garden City Public Library We are proud of our workers and their ability to go with the flow! We have been open to the public on limited service since June 17th and so far we have been proud of our employees and patrons alike. White Pine District Library Our summer reading program has just ended. It was entirely online and off-site. I was just thinking about how proud I am of our Children's Programmer's work who packaged 100 craft kits, ordered hundreds of free books and distributed them all to our small community once a week for 2 months. Staff helped each week with distribution, and also created weekly Facebook challenges and other social media posts. Together they pulled off an extremely popular program very much appreciated by our community. Library not named The teamwork. Ferndale Public Library At the Novi Public Library I am most proud of my staff. Through the pandemic they quickly and easily conquered remote working and learning, and have been providing amazing virtual programs and services to our community. They made the words “adapt”, “flexible” and “change” look so easy! Our motto is Inform, Inspire, and Include and EVERY day my NPL family is living this for Novi! As a Director I am blessed to have such a fantastic team! We continue to be available and make a difference for our community. Novi Public Library Letter to staff: We are in the process of completing two full weeks in the library and I just want to say thank you to all! Working with you through this unprecedented time has been the best part of my 25+ year library career. You have exceeded any expectations I might have had for being team players while also trying to manage your own concerns and solitude at home. You’ve made my job easier by being calm, steady, hard-working, patient, supportive, and always fun!!! If in January they told me I had to pick a group of people with whom to weather this storm, I would choose all of you. Brandon Township Public Library Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 517-335-1498 https://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan https://mel.org<https://mel.org/> http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/> 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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Free library supplies
by Jonesville District Library 17 Aug '20

17 Aug '20

We have some library supplies to give away. 1 box (500 Ct.) Economy book pockets (TLS #41-0121) 1 package (250 Ct.) + a partial (est. 150 ct.) - salmon-colored reserve cards (TLS #43-0410) 2 full, 1 partial roll of peach-clored "Library Use Only" Spine Stickers (TLS #18-0587) 1 roll of yelloow-colored "7 Day Loan" round Spine Stickers (TLS 18-0205) 1 mostly full (est. 800 ct.) White 2-sided Date Cards "Date Due" style Med. Wt. (TLS #43-0305) 1 unused 24-cassette black-colored case 2 unused VHS black-colored cases (no hubs) 5 unused single CD/DVD black-colored cases (with hubs) Let me know if/what you can use. Thanks, -Laura Orlowski, director Jonesville District Library zv186

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summer reading
by Diane Willick 17 Aug '20

17 Aug '20

Hi all, I am in search of one lapel pin 13785270 on page 10 of the incentive book. It is navy with Imagine your story with stars on 1"X1" in size. If you can spare one our rides code is zv174. Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library. Thanks to all -- Diane Willick Adult Services Coordinator Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library 211 N. Almont Ave Imlay City, MI 484440 810-724-8043 ext.202

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JOB: Library Executive Director, Highland Park, IL (Chicago suburb)
by John Keister 17 Aug '20

17 Aug '20

The Highland Park Public Library <https://www.johnkeister.com/hppl/> seeks a forward-thinking and energetic leader to serve as Executive Director. Highland Park is located in the northern suburbs of Chicago, an area known for its excellent schools, scenic Lake Michigan shoreline, vibrant downtown and plentiful suburban amenities. Residents also enjoy easy access to all the cultural, historic, and entertainment opportunities in Chicago. Serving approximately 29,800 residents of the City of Highland Park, the library provides a welcoming environment in a freshly updated facility. The library recently completed a large remodeling project that resulted in the creation of new spaces (including study rooms, a Middle School room and a Youth Activity Room) and significant improvements to existing spaces. These renovations also enabled the library to expand its already robust slate of programs and services. This is an exciting time for the library and its next director! Please visit www.johnkeister.com/hppl/ <https://www.johnkeister.com/hppl/> for details and to apply. John Keister & Associates Executive Search johnkeister.com <https://www.johnkeister.com/> john(a)johnkeister.com <mailto:john@johnkeisterllc.com> 847-955-0541

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