November 2021 - Michlib-l

Reminder: Mid-Michigan Digital Practitioners Call for Proposals Closes Friday, November 5.
by Whitledge, Bryan R 01 Nov '21

01 Nov '21

Reminder: The Mid-Michigan Digital Practitioners meeting will be held virtually via Zoom on Thursday, December 2. We are now accepting proposals for presentations (15-60 minutes), 'birds-of-a-feather' discussion topics (20-30 minutes), demonstrations (10 minutes), lightning talks (5 minutes), or a virtual poster. To submit a proposal, please complete the form with your idea: https://bit.ly/mmdp-cfp-f21. Please submit proposals before FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5. As always with MMDP events, REGISTRATION IS FREE. Use the event registration form to register anytime between now and December 2: https://bit.ly/mmdp-reg-f21. We will make the program for the December 2 MMDP Meeting available after November 5. If you have any questions, please send us an email (midmichdp(a)gmail.com<mailto:midmichdp@gmail.com>). Bryan Whitledge Archivist for University Digital Records Clarke Historical Library Central Michigan University 989-774-2159 whitl1br(a)cmich.edu

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Reference Assistant position posted - Plymouth District Library
by Holly Hibner 01 Nov '21

01 Nov '21

Hello, The Plymouth District Library has posted an open position for a Reference Assistant. Please see our website for the full job description and posting: [ https://plymouthlibrary.org/jobpostings/ | https://plymouthlibrary.org/jobpostings/ ] Deadline to apply is 11/12/2021. Thanks, Holly Hibner ___________________________________ Holly Hibner, MLIS Adult Services Coordinator Plymouth District Library 223 S. Main Street Plymouth, MI 48170 734-453-0750 ext 213 ALA Councilor-at-Large 2017-2022

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Cardboard DVD Boxes
by Karri Slater 01 Nov '21

01 Nov '21

Houghton Lake ZV667 has one tote of DVD boxes available if someone would like them.

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2022 IEEE grant for Science Kits for Public Libraries
by White, Shannon (MDE) 01 Nov '21

01 Nov '21

IEEE Grant Opportunity for Science Kits for Public Libraries The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Science Kits for Public Libraries Grant project is offering up to $2,000 per library in funding for public libraries across the Midwest for 2022. The grant is focused on the creation of a circulating science kit collection for primary and secondary education students (K-12). Applications will be accepted from public libraries in the IEEE Region 4 (includes Michigan) from November 1, 2021–January 17, 2022. Those libraries which have previously applied for the grant but have not received funding are invited to submit again. For grant program details, visit the SKPL website, https://r4.ieee.org/skpl/ . Contact Doug DeBoer <mailto:Douglas.DeBoer@Dordt.edu>(Douglas.DeBoer(a)Dordt.edu<mailto:Douglas.DeBoer@Dordt.edu>) with any questions. Application is available on website Nov. 1 and grants accepted through Jan. 17, 2022. ---------------------------------------------------- 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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New Job Opportunity: Executive Director - Wilton Library (CT)
by Beth Barker 01 Nov '21

01 Nov '21

Executive Director - Wilton Library (CT) The Wilton Library seeks an Executive Director to help continue and enhance the Library's mission to inform, connect and inspire the community. The Wilton Library<http://www.wiltonlibrary.org/>, a non-profit Association Library located in the center of the town of Wilton, CT, serves a community of 18,000+ residents. In addition to providing traditional library services, the Wilton Library also offers outstanding adult and children's programming, vital teen services, and public fine arts and performing arts spaces. The Library collaborates with local government and businesses and is the "go-to" place for local history knowledge, meeting room spaces, and digital connections. Consisting of a single facility, the Library is poised to move forward building on its successes, like the recent acquisition of the Brubeck Collection<https://www.wiltonlibrary.org/sites/default/files/WLA_Brubeck_Collectionweb…> and celebrating 125 years of service in 2020. The new Executive Director will work with a committed staff (27 FTE, 20 FT, and 20+ PT), an energetic core of volunteers, an established donor group, a dedicated community, and a $3.6 million budget to deliver quality services. Key initiatives include increasing the library's donor base through long-term strategies, identifying the needs of new and younger community members and area businesses, helping the library continue to emerge from the pandemic, and maintaining the high level of excellent customer service the community has come to expect. Wilton<http://www.wiltonct.org/> is nestled in the Norwalk River Valley in western Connecticut. Located in Fairfield County, Wilton is north of the City of Norwalk, west of the Town of Weston, and east of the Town of New Canaan. Wilton's residents live in an area of 26.8 sq. miles. Wilton is 55 miles from midtown Manhattan and is within easy driving distance from Westchester County, New York. The Town is accessible from routes 7, 33, 106, and 107. Wilton is only one hour from Grand Central Station on the New Haven Line Danbury branch of Metro-North Railroad<http://mta.info/mnr/>, which runs a daily commuter service. Responsibilities: The Executive Director reports to a 24-member Library Board of Trustees and works with the Board, staff, and major stakeholders to establish the strategic vision for the Library aligning the Library's mission, goals, and objectives with the community's needs and priorities. The Executive Director's primary responsibilities are to maintain an outstanding library that anticipates and fulfills the needs of its community utilizing all resources available. The Executive Director is responsible for every phase of library operations including programs, collections and services, personnel, technology, public relations and outreach, marketing, buildings, grounds, equipment, budget, donor relations, and fundraising. Qualifications: A Master of Library Science degree from an accredited university and progressively responsible experience in library administration and staff supervision, including five (5) years of supervision of a public library department or as a director or assistant director of a public library. A combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully meet the requirements of the position may be considered. Essential attributes and skills include vision, creativity, energy, and enthusiasm; superior written and oral communications skills; demonstrated success in effectively promoting library services to the community; political acumen; collaborative and consensus-building skills; experience in recruiting, mentoring, evaluating, and retaining an excellent staff; and a thorough knowledge of current trends and "best practices" for library service. Proven success working effectively with a policy-making board is desirable. Compensation: A starting salary range of $120,000-$150,000 (with final placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) with an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<https://bradburymiller.com/>. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to Brian Hare<mailto:brianhare@bradburymiller.com> (brianhare(a)bradburymiller.com<mailto:brianhare@bradburymiller.com>). This position closes on December 5, 2021. View the announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links and information at https://bradburymiller.com/job/wilton/. Beth Miller Barker Finance and Communications Director Bradbury Miller Associates (cell) 330-340-7115 bethbarker(a)bradburymiller.com<mailto:bethbarker@bradburymiller.com> Sign up for our newsletter<https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=11148931…> for updates on available positions!

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Job Posting: Youth Services Librarian (Part-time)
by Maria Williams 01 Nov '21

01 Nov '21

Good Morning- Northville District Library is seeking an enthusiastic and service-oriented individual for a part-time position as a Youth Services Librarian. The application deadline is November 7, 2021. View the job posting here: https://northvillelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/ptyouthlibposting.… More information is available on our employment webpage here: https://northvillelibrary.org/?page_id=22288 Have a great week! Warm regards, Maria Maria Williams Assistant Director Northville District Library 212 W. Cady Street Northville, MI 48167 248-349-3020, ext. 208 [ mailto:mwilliams@northvillelibrary.org | mwilliams(a)northvillelibrary.org ] [ https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/9555257?utm_medi… | Currently Reading ] [ https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/9555257?utm_medi… ] [ https://www.goodreads.com/?utm_medium=gr_logo&utm_source=email_signature | ] [ https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_instructions?utm_medium=gyo_… | Get your own email signature ]

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The Clarke Historical Library Presents: An Evening with Young-Adult Lit Author Rita Williams-Garcia
by Whitledge, Bryan R 01 Nov '21

01 Nov '21

On Thursday, November 4, at 7:00 pm EDT, the Clarke Historical Library at Central Michigan University will host the final presentation of the Clarke's Virtual Fall Speakers Series. Rita Williams-Garcia has enlightened audiences, from middle-grade readers to adults, with her award-winning novels, including One Crazy Summer, P.S. Be Eleven, A Sitting in St. James (her most recent book), and more. Learn about her life and work as well as the stories behind her novels during this special event, made possible by the David M. and Eunice Sutherland Burgess Endowment. This presentation is free and open to the public. The event will be broadcast via Central Michigan University's videoconferencing tool, Webex, and it will be recorded to enjoy at a later time. Registration is required for the event and the shortened link to register is: https://tinyurl.com/ClarkeWilliamsGarcia. Please share this information with anyone who you think might be interested. The Clarke is happy to answer any questions that anyone may have-please contact Bryan Whitledge (whitl1br(a)cmich.edu<mailto:whitl1br@cmich.edu>). Have a great day, Bryan Whitledge Archivist for University Digital Records Clarke Historical Library Central Michigan University 989-774-2159 whitl1br(a)cmich.edu<mailto:whitl1br@cmich.edu>

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