January 2021 - Michlib-l

MAME Town Hall
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 26 Jan '21

26 Jan '21

FYI, the Michigan Association for Media in Education is hosting another Town Hall for school librarians and those working with them. The topic will be the pending return to the classroom. Karren Reish Library of Michigan Library Grants Coordinator 517-241-0021 From: mamenews(a)users.smore.com <mamenews(a)users.smore.com> Sent: Tuesday, January 26, 2021 9:40 AM To: Reish, Karren (MDE) <ReishK(a)michigan.gov> Subject: MAME TownHall CAUTION: This is an External email. Please send suspicious emails to abuse(a)michigan.gov<mailto:abuse@michigan.gov> MAME TownHall As more schools head back to face-to-face instruction, this MAME TownHall will facilitate discussion around the variety of... Is this email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2F6b6da1acf…> [cid:image006.png@01D6F3EA.524579B0][MAME TownHall February 4, 2021] [cid:image007.png@01D6F3EA.524579B0][https://i.nlcdn.net/flyer_muw6k_1611583966_5ca6ea135bff8629_1.jpg] [As more schools head back to face-to-face instruction, this MAME TownHall will facilitate...]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2F6b6da1acf…> [cid:image008.png@01D6F3EA.524579B0][Register NOW! Registration deadline is February 2 @ 5PM This event is free, but you must register.] [cid:image009.png@01D6F3EA.524579B0][Register HERE! TownHall access links will be emailed on February 3, 2021 to addresses provided on...] [cid:image010.png@01D6F3EA.524579B0][https://i.nlcdn.net/flyer_muw6k_1611583966_5ca6ea135bff8629_5.jpg] [https://i.nlcdn.net/flyer_muw6k_1611583966_5ca6ea135bff8629_6.jpg]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2F6b6da1acf…> [https://s.smore.com/images/emails-newsletter-footer-new.14768466.png]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2F6b6da1acf…> Unsubscribe from emails by MAMEnews.<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fr.smore.c…>

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Full-Time Youth Librarian Job Posting
by Robyn Lowenstein 26 Jan '21

26 Jan '21

The Plymouth District Library - job posting for full-time Youth Librarian. See the posting below, or visit plymouthlibrary.org for more information. Plymouth District Library – Job Posting [ http://plymouthlibrary.org/ | http://plymouthlibrary.org ] TITLE: Youth Services Librarian Full time – 40 hours per week, Exempt Salary $48,500.00 - $52,900.00 OUR LIBRARY AND COMMUNITY: The library’s mission is to connect, enrich, and improve lives through information, services, and spaces. Our core values are: access, literacy, community destination, and personalized service. The Plymouth District Library is located in busy downtown Plymouth, MI, midway between Detroit and Ann Arbor. We serve the Plymouth Community which is comprised of 36,650 residents living in the City of Plymouth and the Charter Township of Plymouth, as well as the patrons of 75 Detroit-area libraries through a reciprocal borrowing agreement facilitated by The Library Network. The library serves as a significant community hub and maintains strong partnerships with local and regional community groups, governments, schools, businesses, and cultural organizations. Strong community support has resulted in a dedicated perpetual millage, a robust Friends organization, and more than 100 adult volunteers. Before the pandemic, almost a 1,000 visitors a day use the library to participate in programs, use our meeting and study rooms, borrow materials, use technology, and connect with others. In addition, we serve a growing and robust digital community 24/7. The library recently completed significant network and technology infrastructure improvements and our growing technology department services the public and library staff. Recent facility upgrades have taken place to improve accessibility and energy efficiency. The library contributes significantly to the high quality of life available in the Plymouth community. Our sense of community is created by beautiful neighborhoods, spacious parks, robust sport, cultural and arts organizations, and dedicated community service organizations. Our vibrant, walkable downtown is full of unique shops, restaurants, entertainment and recreational options, all surrounding Kellogg Park as the centerpiece and host of year-round events. The library is just steps from all of this in our central downtown location and plays an active role in community events. The elected Board of Trustees and the Directors of the Friends Board are all committed to meeting the needs of the community, now and into the future. Dedicated customer service ideals drive our 70 staff members at all levels. We know our customers, and work tirelessly to serve their needs, listen to their concerns and make decisions accordingly. These practices are for those who come through the front door and those whom we serve outside of the library either off site or via digital services. We are committed to help the library remain a hub of activity in our community and a leader in the library world. Salary and Benefits  $48,500.00 - $52,900.00 (Pay grade 10)  Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time. Employer paid life and disability insurance.  Medical insurance, dental insurance, 457B deferred contribution plan benefits.  Continuing education opportunities, both regional and national. REPORTS TO: Youth and Teen Services Coordinator DESCRIPTION: Regular duties include reference and readers advisory service to adults and children. Assist patrons using the online catalog, electronic resources, internet computers, copiers, and print management system. Youth librarians are assigned responsibility for collection development in designated areas, and/or particular services such as contributing to youth online presence and outreach. Youth librarians also plan and facilitate story times, school visits, extended reading programs such as summer reading, and special events. REQUIREMENTS:  Experience with integrated library systems and searching electronic resources is required.  Interpersonal and judgmental skills necessary to work effectively with library staff and patrons in a busy environment.  Ability to communicate effectively by phone, computer, and in-person.  Accuracy and attention to detail.  Strong public service commitment and positive attitude.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Flexibility in scheduling is required. This position includes regular evening and weekends throughout the year. QUALIFICATIONS: MLIS/MIS from ALA accredited library school Experience providing direct customer service COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO: Robyn Lowenstein, Human Resources Manager humanresources(a)plymouthlibrary.org Plymouth District Library 223 S. Main Street Plymouth MI 48170-1687 DEADLINE: 02/19/21 by 4:00pm This announcement is only a summary of the position, its duties, job requirements and compensation. Further information is available from the library. The Plymouth District Library does not discriminate in its employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, veteran status or disability. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability if requested Robyn Lowenstein Plymouth District Library Business and Human Resources Administrator rlowenstein(a)plymouthlibrary.org (734) 453-0750 ext. 215

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Policy for non-library book clubs
by Katie Pham 26 Jan '21

26 Jan '21

Hello all, Does your library have a policy for non-library book clubs? We have a number of private book clubs organized by members of our community. Because these groups utilize library services such as MeLCat, we are looking into developing a policy covering the process and level of library involvement. Thank you for your help! Katie ------ Katie Pham Technical Services Supervisor St. Joseph / Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library 500 Market Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 983-7167<tel:(269)%20983-7167> | www.stjoseph.lib.mi.us

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Library Led Community Responses to Big Artificial Intelligence - Webinar Friday, Jan 29 at 11 am ET
by White, Shannon (MDE) 26 Jan '21

26 Jan '21

Boon or scourge? Whither A.I.? Join in on Friday, Jan.29 at 11am ET for a dive into this vast, complex and critically important topic. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/part-35-libraries-respond-to-big-ai-tickets-13… Recommended advance materials: * "The Social Dilemma" -Netflix Documentary * ULC Brief: Libraries Leading AI and Digital Citizenship<https://www.urbanlibraries.org/files/AI_Leadership-Brief.pdf> * Glia.net - Exploring Libraries as Digital Fiduciaries "AI is happening faster than most people think and the public is not adequately prepared for it. Everything we do will somehow be impacted by AI. The public library in our teaching role can play a very important part in preparing the public for what lies ahead." - Monique de Conge Zeisenhenne, Former Director Palo Alto City Library Speakers: Pam Ryan, Service Development and Innovation, Toronto Public Library "TPL's Digital Privacy Initiative focuses on giving individuals the knowledge and confidence they need to navigate digital spaces without compromising their privacy and security." Richard Whitt, Fellow in Residence at Mozilla Foundation and President Glia Foundation "Dry cleaners and parking garage attendants owe us a more formal obligation to care for our entrusted possessions, than most online companies are willing to recognize towards our personal data." R. David Lankes, Director University of South Carolina iSchool "Public libraries should be steward of public data. If we are going to allow our governments and our businesses to harvest data then we need to ensure our communities have a strong say in how that happens and trust in those that make the decisions. Right now, libraries have a stronger level of trust than Apple, Google, Facebook, and most elected governments." Session Sponsor: Washington D.C. Chapter of the Internet Society For additional information about these webinar sessions visit the Gigabit Libraries Pandemic Response page http://giglibraries.net/page-1712339 Archives of the previous webinars can be found there as well. 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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Need a library deed of gift form, please
by aldenlib＠torchlake.com 26 Jan '21

26 Jan '21

Hi there, Do you have a deed of gift, or donation form that you use for non-circulating items? Our Friends group received memorial monetary donations and purchased a lovely bronze statue for the library, in honor of a very active member who has passed on. We need a deed of gift so that, among other things, the library retains the right of disposition of the item. Even though it fits perfectly in our children's area, in 20 years, we may need to move it. Thank you, -- _Susan Riegler_ Susan Riegler, Director Alden District Library 231/331-4318

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PCI February webinars :: Free to the Michigan library community
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 26 Jan '21

26 Jan '21

Are you looking for free, high-quality continuing education on a wide range of professional topics? Check out the People Connect Institute (PCI) webinars now available to the Michigan library community. Here is the February schedule: * In Times of Uncertainty - Get Strategic! with Amanda Standerfer<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.…> 02/03/2021 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM ET * Big Programs, Little Budget: Forging Community Partnerships in a Small Town with Chelsea Price<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.…> 02/10/2021 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM ET * Best Children's Books of 2020 with Jill Burket Ragase and Amy Schardein<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.…> 02/17/2021 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM ET (Two-hour special) * Difficult Conversations Online: How to Teach Civilly in an Uncivil Environment<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.…> 02/24/2021 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM ET PCI Webinars are recorded and available to members of the Michigan library community in the Library of Michigan's Niche Staff Skills Academy<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills> about a week after they air. New webinars will be in the New category for several weeks. You do not need to register for a webinar in order to view it later in the Staff Skills Academy. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Library of Michigan. 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/> [cid:image003.png@01D6F3BA.5F51EEC0]

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Grants for small and rural libraries – apply by 3/4
by White, Shannon (MDE) 26 Jan '21

26 Jan '21

The American Library Association (ALA) is currently accepting applications for Libraries Transforming Communities (LTC): Focus on Small and Rural Libraries, a grant initiative that will distribute nearly $2 million to libraries. Learn more: www.ala.org/LTCFocus<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.or…> Register for a free pre-application webinar (January 26 – will be recorded): https://programminglibrarian.org/learn/pre-application-webinar-libraries-tr…<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprogrammi…> For questions, contact: publicprograms(a)ala.org<mailto:publicprograms@ala.org> Participating libraries will receive training in how to lead conversations, a skill vital to 21st-century librarianship. Library workers will complete a free ALA e-course on basic facilitation skills; host at least one conversation with community members on a chosen topic; and receive $3,000 to support community engagement efforts. Grant funds may cover a range of expenses, including staff time and collections and technology purchases. Up to 450 grants will be awarded in Round 2. Library workers may apply online for grant funding by March 4 at www.ala.org/LTCFocus<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.or…>. ALA has already distributed 200 LTC: Focus on Small and Rural Libraries grant recipients in Round 1 of the LTC funding initiative. They comprise public, academic, school and tribal libraries representing 43 states. Below are examples of conversations proposed by the first 200 grant recipients: * Stair District Library (Morenci, Michigan) will talk with residents about the recent loss of the community’s 150-year-old newspaper in a discussion series called Extra! Extra! Read All About It!...But Where?. * Danville High School (Danville, Arkansas) will have an online conversation with students, school staff and residents about the importance of mask-wearing during the COVID-19 pandemic. * Following a surge in suicides in their agricultural and mining town, staff at Duncan Public Library (Duncan, Arizona) will explore mental health through book and film talks and create an ongoing community support group called the Brain Support Brigade. * Neligh Public Library (Neligh, Nebraska) will host online discussions about race for their predominantly white community. The series will kick off with a reading of a historical fiction title set in nearby Omaha after the 1919 lynching of African American resident Will Brown. * Olive G. Pettis Memorial Library (Goshen, New Hampshire) will host nonfiction book discussions about nature. The library will also install permanent plaques throughout the region identifying local flora and fauna with QR codes that residents can scan for more information. Libraries Transforming Communities: Focus on Small and Rural Libraries is offered in partnership with the Association for Rural & Small Libraries (ARSL). 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://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.or…>

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Give Romance A Chance | A Semi Bookish Podcast
by Andy Myers 25 Jan '21

25 Jan '21

Hello MichLib-land, With Valentine's Day just around the corner, Adrian District Library's Semi Bookish crew took to the task of defining and exploring why romantically reluctant readers should give romance a chance. We all agree that it's definitely worth a chuckle, and it certainly gave the non-romance readers among us a new appreciation for the romance genre. https://adriandistrictlibrary.podbean.com/e/of-love-and-bodice-rippers-why-… The Semi Bookish is available via Podbean, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more. Best, Andy Andy Myers Marketing and Outreach | Library Assistant Adrian District Library 143 E. Maumee St. Adrian, MI 49221 517.265.2265 amyers(a)adrian.lib.mi.us

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FW: MLA Advocates for Upgraded Vaccine Eligibility for Library Workers
by Rachel Ash 25 Jan '21

25 Jan '21

MLA is advocating for COVID-19 vaccine eligibility for all library workers. In case you missed it: [https://files.constantcontact.com/fe18cca2101/1bead0af-3f75-4f9d-9f45-e0756…]<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001CLOZ4Mpaxi_XFCTN9Q3qXMCrBvUqbKIalPcfkQkOInA0…> MLA Advocates for Upgraded Vaccine Eligibility for Library Workers We are actively monitoring legislation and regulations related to COVID-19. Please watch MLA's website for important news and announcements<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001CLOZ4Mpaxi_XFCTN9Q3qXMCrBvUqbKIalPcfkQkOInA0…> as we keep you informed. [https://files.constantcontact.com/fe18cca2101/a46c2f9a-b3e9-4c0f-8546-e3465…] We know vaccine eligibility is of great concern to many Michigan library workers. MLA is advocating for COVID-19 vaccine eligibility for library workers using a two-pronged approach. We are requesting the prioritization of public and academic library workers as essential service providers in the vaccine rollout program and we are also providing a template for library leadership to use to contact their local health departments. The Center for Disease Control (CDC)<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001CLOZ4Mpaxi_XFCTN9Q3qXMCrBvUqbKIalPcfkQkOInA0…> recommendations place our school and academic library workers in Phase 1b of a vaccine rollout, but public library and archive workers are in Phase 1c. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) guidelines (Michigan COVID-19 Vaccination Interim Prioritization Guidance – January 6, 2021<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001CLOZ4Mpaxi_XFCTN9Q3qXMCrBvUqbKIalPcfkQkOInA0…>) prioritize vaccine allocation for only K-12 school personnel, including K-12 library workers, in Phase 1b of the rollout. MLA is urging the Governor and the MDHHS to make public and academic library workers eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine in Phase 1b. We have provided library directors with a template letter to use to follow up with their own county departments of public health if deemed appropriate for their local needs. Read MLA's letter to Governor Whitmer and MDHHS Director Elizabeth Hertel.<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001CLOZ4Mpaxi_XFCTN9Q3qXMCrBvUqbKIalPcfkQkOInA0…> We encourage library leadership to follow up with your local county health department if necessary. A template letter to use to follow up with local health departments is linked here.<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001CLOZ4Mpaxi_XFCTN9Q3qXMCrBvUqbKIalPcfkQkOInA0…> Find your local health department.<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001CLOZ4Mpaxi_XFCTN9Q3qXMCrBvUqbKIalPcfkQkOInA0…> [https://files.constantcontact.com/fe18cca2101/477737f0-14e5-4fd5-8860-b362f…]<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001CLOZ4Mpaxi_XFCTN9Q3qXMCrBvUqbKIalPcfkQkOInA0…> Michigan Library Association | 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100, Lansing, MI 48911 Unsubscribe rfash(a)milibraries.org<https://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=un&m=001B_vsHXuSkfE1_p7A4uQPgw%3D&…> Update Profile<https://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=oo&m=001B_vsHXuSkfE1_p7A4uQPgw%3D&…> | About our service provider<http://www.constantcontact.com/legal/service-provider?cc=about-service-prov…> Sent by mla(a)milibraries.org<mailto:mla@milibraries.org> powered by [Trusted Email from Constant Contact - Try it FREE today.]<http://www.constantcontact.com/index.jsp?cc=nge&rmc=VF19_3GE> Try email marketing for free today!<http://www.constantcontact.com/index.jsp?cc=nge&rmc=VF19_3GE>

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Book Club Sets are all spoken for!
by Tracy Logan 25 Jan '21

25 Jan '21

Hi All, We have given away all of our book club sets- we'll see ya again next year! -Tracy -- 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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