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Library Director position closes Sunday, March 28 - McCracken County Public Library (KY)
by Jobeth Bradbury 25 Mar '21

25 Mar '21

Library Director - McCracken County Public Library (KY) Closes Sunday, March 28! Join a vibrant community, Library, and team as the next Director of the McCracken County Public Library!<https://www.mclib.net/> The successful candidate will provide exceptional service to the lifelong, devoted residents of this bustling, innovative river arts community which was designated a UNESCO Creative City in 2013. The Library provides current, high-demand, high-interest resources and continually seeks new creative ways of service in a world that continues to change. Headquartered in Paducah, Kentucky-a historic river town at the confluence on the Ohio and Tennessee rivers-the Library Board of Trustees seeks a talented and committed Director to lead a dedicated staff in developing and maintaining excellent library services and programs as a vital part of this historic River Town. The Library serves a county population of 65,418 from a 33,000 sq. ft. facility in the downtown area and 24x7 services through its digital content. The Director will be a vital contributor to the community and serve as the "face of the Library" participating in collaborative partnerships which includes the recently launched partnership with Sprocket, Inc. to develop a business incubator space creating new job opportunities in McCracken County. As the County seat of McCracken County, Paducah<http://www.paducahky.gov/> is the largest town in the Purchase Area of the State. The combination of southern charm and hospitality that originated with Paducah's founding in 1827 is still alive and well-blending a rich history with a stable economy, healthy business climate, and outstanding schools and neighborhoods. Paducah is an excellent place to call home. It boasts a thriving arts and entertainment community-theaters and museums to parks and sporting events-it has something for everyone. The National Quilt Museum draws large crowds of devotees and visitors from around the world and the Luther F. Carson Four Rivers Center<http://thecarsoncenter.org/> surpasses any existing entertainment venue in the area. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate Paducah's excellent location-three state parks are within a 45-minute drive and all offer scenic shores, challenging golf courses, beach areas, and fully equipped marinas. Additional information about the community, the Library and the position can be found at McCracken Library Links. <https://www.bradburymiller.com/McCrackenlinks.htm> Responsibilities. The Director reports to a five-member Library Board-appointed by the County-and works closely with the community, the County, its citizens, and staff to develop, implement and promote library services. Challenges and opportunities include expanding the Library System's visibility in the community; expanding collaborative partnerships; promoting the Library's mission and goals; evaluating and maintaining the library's facility; fostering a team environment through coaching and leadership development skills; being a good listener/responsive to needs & concerns of staff, customers, and community; and developing alternative strategies for enhancing the library's $3.2 million annual budget. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications are a master's degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program and five years of progressively responsible library experience-including two years of experience in an administrative capacity managing professional staff and programs. Essential attributes include a strong understanding and ability to articulate the public library's vision, mission and values to the community; collaboration and consensus-building skills; facilities maintenance and space planning experience; excellent interpersonal and team-building skills; a history of responsiveness to staff, customer and community needs and concerns; sound fiscal management skills; and a thorough knowledge of current trends and "best practices" for library service. Successful experience working with a governing board and collaborating with elected officials is highly desirable. Compensation. The starting salary range is $80,000 - $95,000 (with placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) and an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<https://www.bradburymiller.com/> via email or phone. To start the application process, send a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to Jobeth Bradbury<mailto:jobethbradbury@bradburymiller.com>. This position closes March 28, 2021. BRADBURY MILLER ASSOCIATES CANTON, OH 44709 Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Miller Associates<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gossag…> 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for our newsletter<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fvisitor.r2…> to get the latest updates!

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Save the date! Easy, Breezy Chart of Accounts is coming soon!
by Kate Andrade 25 Mar '21

25 Mar '21

Happy Spring, Michigan Librarians! Are you wondering how you are going to implement the updated Michigan Department of Treasury-required Chart of Accounts at your library? Mark your calendar for *Wednesday, April 21, 2021* at 1:00pm, as the Michigan Library Cooperative Directors Association will be presenting a free webinar, "*Easy, Breezy Chart of Accounts*." By the end of the session, you will learn why these changes are necessary, you'll know the important deadlines as they apply to your library, and most importantly, how to implement the changes. More details and registration will be available very soon. Looking forward to seeing you there, 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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Clarke Historical Library Speaker Series Recordings
by Whitledge, Bryan R 24 Mar '21

24 Mar '21

Hello Michigan Information Professional Colleagues, The Clarke Historical Library at Central Michigan University has almost wrapped up our speaker series for this semester (details below about the final event). Each of the talks has been recorded and they are all available to stream on-demand. Kathryn Remlinger on "Yooper Talk"<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QoiTrZ9wXKU> Chase Stevens and Anna Monfils on Aquatic Invasive Species in Michigan, specifically European Frog-bit<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1IuJb_9wyqg> (program in conjunction with the Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Libraries and the CMU Libraries) The Clarke Presents Children's Book from Around the World<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frthn4Iza2A> Wendy and Andrew Mutch on Aladdin Kit Homes<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCEmnUIvLEE> Abra Berens on Michigan Foodways<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b29JkZuvaVE> Be sure to check out the WCMU/Clarke Historical Library live streaming event on Wednesday, March 31 at 6:30 pm. The event, sponsored by the CMU Libraries and the Library of Michigan, coincides with the upcoming Lynn Novick/Ken Burns documentary, Hemingway, airing on PBS April 5-7. The Clarke has a world-class collection of primary and secondary source material related to Ernest Hemingway and the experiences of the Hemingway family in northern Michigan in the first two decades of the 20th century. Register for the live streaming on the WCMU website - https://www.wcmu.org/hemingway/. And look for the most recent installments (installments 9, 10, and 11) of WMCU's "Let's Go Back: Stories from the Clarke" on WMCU's YouTube<https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbq4qjcWor-VbTQVF8t1Uxng9JZQ9eLJP>. Bryan Whitledge Archivist for University Digital Records Clarke Historical Library Central Michigan University 989-774-2159 whitl1br(a)cmich.edu

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Job Posting: Director, Flat River Community Library in Greenville, MI
by Carol Dawe 24 Mar '21

24 Mar '21

Position Opening: Library Director, Flat River Community Library, 200 W Judd St, Greenville, MI 48838 The Flat River Community Library Board of Trustees is seeking a dynamic, patron-centric, team-oriented leader to be their next library director. Flat River is a class IV district library with a population of 17,626 located in central Michigan. The library is a member of the Lakeland Library Cooperative, a 42 - member library cooperative serving western Michigan. Located in Greenville, the birthplace of Meijer Grocery, the community offers a small-town feel 30 minutes Northeast of Grand Rapids, with recreational nature/bike trails, lakes, rivers, and community festivals, all with programming opportunities connected to the Flat River Library. This position is responsible for managing and directing all administrative functions of the library, inclusive but not limited to: financial administration, personnel management/development and facility operations. Flat River has strong community support, a fully engaged Friends of the Library group, and ideal funding with a dedicated mileage in perpetuity that is coupled with a recently passed county mileage. A Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution is required along with a Michigan Librarian’s Permanent Professional Certificate (or the ability to acquire within 6 months). A minimum of 5 years ’ experience in a public library is preferred. Experience as a director or in a leadership role at a district library is desirable. This position requires strong skills in customer service, administration and community involvement. Enthusiasm for and knowledge of new technology, the ability to enjoy working on multiple projects at once and collaborating and working directly with the staff are all essential skills for this position. The salary range is $55,000 to $63,000 and a full benefits package is also provided. A job description is available at the library website: [ http://www.flatriverlibrary.org/about | www.flatriverlibrary.org/about ] . Applicants should send a copy of their resume, cover letter and 3 references to Carol Dawe, Lakeland Library Cooperative Director at: [ https://llcemail.org/carol@llcoop.org%20 | carol(a)llcoop.org ] by April 6 th , 2021. Semifinalists will be asked to submit answers in writing to questions pertaining to this position and librarianship in general. The Flat River Community Library is an equal opportunity employer. Carol Dawe Cooperative Director 616-559-5253 x2001 630-207-1205 (cell) [ http://www.llcoop.org/ | www.llcoop.org ] [ http://www.llcoop.org/ ] [ http://www.llcoop.org/ ] Lakeland Library Cooperative | 4138 3 Mile Rd NW | Grand Rapids, MI 49534 | 616-559-5253 x2001 Our mission is to strengthen our member libraries covering eight west Michigan counties by providing the means to share resources, services and expertise for the benefit of individuals and communities.

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Author Talk at Dearborn Public Library: Mon, Mar 29 at noon
by Henry Fischer 24 Mar '21

24 Mar '21

Hi everyone, We have an upcoming program via Zoom at Dearborn Public Library on Monday, March 29, from noon to 1 p.m.: Journalist and historian Edward McClelland will discuss the tumultuous Flint sit-down strike of 1936-1937, which is the subject of his new book, *Midnight in Vehicle City: General Motors, Flint, and the Strike That Created the Middle Class*. This talk is free and open to the public. The flyer is attached. Details on how to join the talk are here <https://dearbornlibrarymi.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=9594&ag=…>, or visit https://dearbornlibrary.org/wordpress/mar-29-author-talk/ For a full list of programs, please visit our events calendar at dearbornlibrary.org. Thank you and have a good day, Henry Henry Fischer Librarian I Dearborn Public Library 16301 Michigan Avenue Dearborn, MI 48126 313-943-2341

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Zoom practice
by Katie Rothley 24 Mar '21

24 Mar '21

Dear Michlib-L, I realize this may be a bit late in sharing but I wanted to offer assistance to anyone who is just starting to use Zoom and would like practice to get more familiar and acclimated to using it. I'm happy to offer time and attention so that you can comfortably get some practice in and hopefully stress less. And I'm sure there are probably other people out there willing to help too if you reach out! Anyway, no pressure at all, I just wanted to put this out there for anyone who may be struggling and just doesn't want to be a burden to anyone; contact me! It's not a problem at all. Katie Rothley, MLIS Marketing & Outreach Librarian Lyon Township Public Library 27005 S. Milford Rd., South Lyon, MI 48178 https://www.lyon.lib.mi.us/ (248) 437-8800 ext. 618

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Re: [Michlib-l] Friends Dissolution
by Amber Alexander 24 Mar '21

24 Mar '21

Thank you to everyone on your answers. I did look into their bylaws and it is not good and they contradict their own Articles of Incorporation. They have English law cited and all assets to be donated to any governmental entity or charitable organization of their choosing or by the “Court of Common Pleas.” I will need a lawyer for this one for sure. Amber Alexander,MLIS Library Director Presque Isle District Library 181 E. Erie Street Rogers City, MI 49779 989.734.2477, 222 <http://www.pidl.org/> www.pidl.org From: BF Tammy Borden <fretlb(a)llcoop.org> Sent: Wednesday, March 24, 2021 11:56 AM To: Amber Alexander <director(a)pidl.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Friends Dissolution Amber, Would you report your findings? Thanks, Tammy Borden, Freeport District Library _____ From: "Amber Alexander via Michlib-l" <michlib-l(a)mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org> > To: michlib-l(a)mcls.org <mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Tuesday, March 23, 2021 4:06:11 PM Subject: [Michlib-l] Friends Dissolution I have several Friends groups that do not have full Boards and a few have questions to what happens if they were to dissolve. I have been to the United for Libraries site and not seeing an answer to these kind of questions. If a Friends group dissolves, where do their funds go? One particular group feels that they can, as a 501, can donate to any organization they choose. Is there anywhere I can find resources to answer these kinds of questions? Has anyone dealt with these kind of issues? Thanks, Amber Alexander,MLIS Library Director Presque Isle District Library 181 E. Erie Street Rogers City, MI 49779 989.734.2477, 222 www.pidl.org <http://www.pidl.org/> _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l(a)mcls.org <mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org> https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l

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University of Michigan Alum Question Answered
by Lisa Waskin 24 Mar '21

24 Mar '21

Thank you again to everyone who replied. We did get the information we needed yesterday. Lisa Lisa Waskin, Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Ph. (906) 632-9331 Fax (906) 635-0210 lisaw(a)uproc.lib.mi.us <mailto:lisaw@uproc.lib.mi.us>

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Library social media policies
by Kat Boyer 24 Mar '21

24 Mar '21

Hello everyone, Do any of you have a policy about what can and can not be posted on the library's social media page? If so, would you be willing to share? Kat Boyer Director Benton Harbor Public Library 213 E Wall St. Benton Harbor, MI 49022

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Job Posting-Library Assistant-Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library-Imlay City, MI
by Jessica Bostian 24 Mar '21

24 Mar '21

Hello everyone! The Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library in Imlay CIty, Michigan currently has a job opening for the position of Library Assistant. This is a part-time position (20-25 hours weekly) that performs circulation tasks at both libraries and serves as the manager at the Attica branch during assigned shifts. The Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library is a class 3 district library located in Lapeer County with two branches. The main branch is located in Imlay City, Michigan and the secondary, smaller branch is located in Attica, Michigan. Please see the attached job description below for more information about the position. This position will remain open until filled. Thank you everyone, and happy spring! -- Jessica Bostian Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library 211 N. Almont Avenue Imlay City, MI 48444 810-724-8043

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