October 2021 - Michlib-l

November Evening Sessions Programs
by Kirsten Wellnitz 26 Oct '21

26 Oct '21

Join the Bay County Library System for the upcoming November Evening Sessions programs! You can register through our event calendar to receive the Zoom link. Attached is a poster and handout - Saginaw Chippewa Tribal History & Contemporary Society Presented by Ziibiwing Center of Anishinabe Culture and Lifeways Wed, Nov 3, 7:00 pm Michigan's Lonely Hearts Killer: A History of "Cupid Club" Crimes and Criminals Presented by Tobin T. Buhk Wed, Nov 17, 7:00 pm Kirsten Wellnitz Managing Librarian Alice & Jack Wirt Library 500 Center Ave. Bay City, MI 48708 989-893-9566 ext. 2111

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items available for sale/for free
by Jeff Crocker 26 Oct '21

26 Oct '21

Hello everyone, We have some furniture and equipment for sale. We also have some items like security cases available for free. You can check out the items at the link below. Please contact me offlist if you are interested. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/12P6o3jlzXab8b5Tvg_yYvheWwpiauDyk?us… Have a great day, 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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Friends of Michigan Libraries Survey - please share
by Kate Pohjola Andrade 26 Oct '21

26 Oct '21

Hello Michigan Library Colleagues, Please forgive me if you end up seeing this multiple times - we are hoping to cast the widest net in an effort to connect with Friends groups around the state. Friends of Michigan Libraries wants to understand how we can better serve the Friends groups in our state. This short survey is being sent to all Michigan Friends groups whether FOML members or not. If you no longer represent a Friends group but know someone who does, please forward this to them. The survey should take less than 5 minutes, and your responses are completely confidential. The survey will close on November 22, 2021. We know how important your time is and appreciate your valuable input. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FOMLsurvey2021 Thank you, kate -- Kate Pohjola Andrade, Director Woodlands Library Cooperative <https://woodlands.lib.mi.us> 517-629-9469 / 586-801-0725 - cell/text Board Member, Midwest Collaborative for Library Services <https://www.mcls.org/> *No Reservation Recommendations* <https://nrr.ninja>: your source for colleague-approved vendors! she/her/hers

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College Completion Corps: AmeriCorps positions now available across Michigan
by Katie Wittenauer 26 Oct '21

26 Oct '21

Greetings from Michigan College Access Network! I'm writing to share details about College Completion Corps, an employment opportunity that may be of interest to your local library community members who are interested in working in the education field. College Completion Corps places AmeriCorps members at colleges across the state to help students complete degrees or certificates. We are looking for potential coaches who have a passion to serve and an interest in helping students navigate the college systems, foster connections, and identify their support network. Below are a few more details about the position: - Service term: December 6, 2021 to November 30, 2022 - Living stipend (before taxes): $25,000 - Education award: $6,345 - Qualifications: Associate or Bachelor’s Degree *The online application can be found here. <https://mcan.smapply.org/prog/college_completion_corps_coach_application_/>* You can read more about the program, our AmeriCorps partnership, and recent recruitment efforts *here* <https://micollegeaccess.org/news/ccc-expansion-2021>, and you can use the attached flyer, display slide, and social media graphics as you spread the word in your communities. Additionally, you can feel free to draw from the sample social media content below. Thank you in advance, and please let me know if you have any questions. Best, Katie *Katie Wittenauer* Director of Strategic Engagement Michigan College Access Network *She/Her/Hers* direct 517-816-7774 main 517-316-1713 micollegeaccess.org *Sample social media copy* OPTION 1: Discover your potential to make an impact on someone else’s life. Apply to be a College Completion Corps coach at [NAME] College today! https://micollegeaccess.org/initiatives/completion-corps/become-a-coach OPTION 2: Do you want to make a difference in college attainment? As a College Completion Corps coach, you’ll help students from all different backgrounds successfully persist to completion. Ready to apply? https://micollegeaccess.org/initiatives/completion-corps/become-a-coach OPTION 3: We’re looking for passionate individuals to support students at [NAME] College on their path to graduation. As a College Completion Corps coach, you’ll meet one-on-one with students and create a completion plan so they can reach their goals. Ready to get started? Apply today! https://micollegeaccess.org/initiatives/completion-corps/become-a-coach

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Community Asset Mapping to reach children/teens - webinar recording
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 26 Oct '21

26 Oct '21

Where Do We Go From Here? Are you worried about getting children and teens back into the library post-COVID? You aren't alone! A community-based approach will help you expand your reach to patrons new and old, so in this webinar we'll talk about Community Asset Mapping, a strategy that will help you discover and develop new partnerships. Date Recorded: 10/19/21<https://continuinged.isl.in.gov/where-do-we-go-from-here-1-leu/> Presenters: Beth Yates, Children's Consultant, Indiana State Library and Christy Franzman, Teen Coordinator, Hamilton East Public Library, Indiana. Resources: Community Asset Mapping Handout<https://continuinged.isl.in.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Asset_Mapping_Ha…> Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her/Hers - See www.mypronouns.org<http://www.mypronouns.org/> to learn more. 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/> Join the MiYouth<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmail2.mcls…> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. Are you a library front line staffer? Join me in becoming an eResources expert by completing the MeL Maven Badge<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmel.org%2…>! [cid:image001.png@01D7CA47.7568A500] [cid:image002.png@01D7CA47.7568A500]

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Penguin Random House and the Association for Rural and Small Libraries (ARSL) Launch New Grant Program
by White, Shannon (MDE) 26 Oct '21

26 Oct '21

Penguin Random House and the Association for Rural and Small Libraries Launch New Grant Program Penguin Random House and The Association for Rural and Small Libraries (ARSL) today announced a rolling grant program to recognize rural, small and tribal libraries that support underserved communities in the U.S. and U.S. territories. The program will award grants of up to $2,500 to libraries that demonstrate a true need. Grants are not limited to literacy and may be used for everything from library programming and books to resources like hotspots that help community members access important information. In-kind donations will also be considered. Kate Laughlin, Executive Director, The Association for Rural & Small Libraries said, "Our nation's small and rural libraries already faced so many challenges pre-pandemic. Those challenges have only become more urgent during the past year and a half. ARSL cannot thank Penguin Random House enough for recognizing the essential place our libraries hold in our communities, and stepping up to show real, practical support." "The past couple years have been incredibly challenging for everyone, and we know rural areas have been especially hard-hit," said Skip Dye, Senior Vice President of Sales Operations and Library Sales, Penguin Random House. "In these communities, libraries have been lifelines in countless ways, from serving as trusted sources for reliable information to providing access to important services and resources. We are honored to partner with ARSL to help elevate their impact." Penguin Random House and ARSL have worked together to ensure the application process is simple and straightforward to remove as many barriers to applying for a grant as possible. For the award application and more information about the program, please visit the info page: https://www.arsl.org/prh-grant<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.arsl.…>.

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hotspot lending
by Michael McCullough 26 Oct '21

26 Oct '21

Good morning. I'm curious about libraries' experience with lending hotspots (and/or hardware) to guests — the parameters, the technical and personnel challenges, the response, the sustainability. If you have that experience, please send me an email so that we can schedule a time to talk. (If anyone has pursued ALA or other money to fund the enterprise, I'd like to hear about your experience with that, as well.) Thanks!

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Job Posting Library Director, Addison Township Public Library
by Jaema Berman 25 Oct '21

25 Oct '21

Dear Colleagues, I am excited to announce that I have accepted the position of Head of Adult Services at Oxford Public Library and that I will begin there January 10, 2022. It's been my privilege and honor to work with an incredibly dynamic and creative staff at the Addison Township Library for the last ten years. Our small library is a powerful participant in building community connection and promoting the love of books and independent learning. I know that we will find the perfect candidate to shepherd the community through the library's upcoming building and reopening phase scheduled to take place within the next couple years. Please consider applying or letting your colleagues know about this outstanding opportunity. Jaema Job Posting Library Director Addison Township Public Library 1400 Rochester Rd., Leonard, MI 48367 Full-time, Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications Range: $40-50,000 Qualifications · Master's of Library Science degree from an ALA accredited program · State of Michigan professional Level 2 Certification Full Job Description The Addison Township Public Library is seeking an experienced library professional dedicated to the daily planning, organizing and directing all library functions including facilitating the plan to build a new 5,000 sq. ft. library on donated property. Go to [ https://letsbuildalibrary.org/ | https://letsbuildalibrary.org ] for more information. The Library is located in Addison Township, Michigan (pop. 6,315) and services the Township, including Leonard (48367), Lakeville (48366) and Oxford (48370). Funded through a perpetual millage, and an additional millage coming up for renewal in 2024, we are a Class II library belonging to The Library Network, a public library cooperative. The current staff of 10 orders, links and processes materials as well as collaborates effectively to offer year-round programming. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits: Paid holiday time off, six leave days, one week vacation time per fiscal year. Applications accepted through indeed.com. Cover letter, resume, and three professional references are required. This position will remain open until filled. (248) 628-7180 [ http://addisontwp.michlibrary.org/ | http://addisontwp.michlibrary.org ] [ mailto:addisontwplibrary@gmail.com | addisontwplibrary(a)gmail.com ] Apply on [ https://www.indeed.com/company/Addison-Township-Public-Library/jobs/Library… | indeed.com ] Currently reading The Dutch House by Ann Patchett Jaema Berman Library Director Addison Twp. Public Library 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 (248) 628-7180 www.addisontwp.michlibrary.org “A library outranks any other one thing a community can do to benefit its people. It is a never failing spring in the desert.” ― Andrew Carnegie

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Call for Speakers is Open for Big Talk from Small Libraries
by White, Shannon (MDE) 25 Oct '21

25 Oct '21

Full site and details: http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk/ The Call for Speakers for Big Talk From Small Libraries 2022 is now open! This free one-day online conference is aimed at librarians from small libraries; the smaller the better! We are looking for speakers from small libraries or speakers who directly work with small libraries. Small libraries of all types - public, academic, school, museum, special, etc. - are encouraged to submit a proposal<http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk/call-for-speakers/>. We're looking for seven 50-minute presentations and four 10-minute "lightning round" presentations. Submit your proposal<http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk/call-for-speakers/> by Friday, January 14, 2022. Big Talk From Small Libraries 2022 will be held on Friday, February 25, 2022 between 9:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (ET) via the GoToWebinar online meeting service. This free, online event is provided by the Nebraska Library Commission. Please visit the links provided here for more details or contact them directly with questions. Shannon White Library Development Manager 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> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/LibraryofMich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> Are you a library front line staffer? Join me in becoming an eResources expert by completing the MeL Maven Badge<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmel.org%2…>! #imls

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(no subject)
by Tracy Logan 25 Oct '21

25 Oct '21

Hello all, Does anyone use an automated e-newsletter like Patron Point or Library Aware in concert with overdrive? My staff and I are talking about newsletters and there are some very sophisticated options out there. We are looking for a way to communicate with our online only patrons specifically. Any experience in this area? Thanks for your time! You are all smart, likeable, and stylish! -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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