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Discomfort with Wednesday post about "neutrality"
by Kristin Fontichiaro 20 Apr '21

20 Apr '21

Hello, all -- There was a post on this earlier this week in which a librarian asked for advice on policies that would help her library navigate the pushback some of her DEI posts are receiving. Their query received one response. Admitting that they had not viewed the content in question, the respondent argued that the profession should be more careful about betraying neutrality and that we would do well to walk more in the shoes of our (assumed majority white) patrons and plan posts accordingly. I have been really uncomfortable about that for the past few days and have been waiting for someone to pipe up and voice concern about it. And now I am more uncomfortable that no one has, so I guess it's time for me to. Our profession's Code of Ethics advocates for equitable access and service for all <http://www.ala.org/united/sites/ala.org.united/files/content/trustees/orgto…> and that we leave our personal perspectives at the door when we show up to work to live out the library's mission. The Code of Ethics never actually says, "Be neutral," or, "Equity matters, but if it ruffles a few feathers, just let it go." I am haunted by Elie Wiesel's articulation that, "Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim <https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/peace/1986/wiesel/26054-elie-wiesel-accep…>." When we ask whose shoes we should be walking in, we might do better to ask who is most in need of empathy and whose perspectives are most underrrepresented. I'm no DEI expert. I know how far I have to go in my own journey and that I have said and done dumb or hurtful things when I didn't know better. But if we are going to say we're proud to serve all, we have to acknowledge that this should not be a self-congratulatory pat on the back but a call to action. I don't believe that shame is an effective learning tool <https://www.nytimes.com/2020/11/19/style/loretta-ross-smith-college-cancel-…>, and I am NOT writing this to provoke angry jabs at the respondent. We may share a goal of equity but have different paths of getting there. Libraries outside of metropolitan areas serve very different communities from those in more diverse areas, and our action steps toward equity may look different or move at different rhythms or speeds ... as long as we keep moving forward. I hope this message will help us all have a chance to take a deep breath, step back from the weird and stressful times we are living in, and ask, "How can our library welcome a wider swath of the population?" Thanks for reading and for everything you do to help those who need it most. Kristin -- Kristin Fontichiaro University of Michigan School of Information 4427 North Quad 105 S. State St. Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285 734.647.3593 Blog <http://fontichiaro.com/activelearning> | Book an Appointment (school year only) <https://www.google.com/calendar/selfsched?sstoken=UUFHX1E5cXRtYUVQfGRlZmF1b…> *Projects:* Michigan Makers <http://michiganmakers.si.umich.edu> | Making in Michigan Libraries <http://makinglibraries.si.umich.edu> Data Literacy in High School <http://dataliteracy.si.umich.edu> | Public Library Management MOOC <http://ai.umich.edu/portfolio/public-library-management/>

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Wandoo Reader Banner for Tails & Tales
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 20 Apr '21

20 Apr '21

Over the past 4 years 264 MI public libraries have created Wandoo Reader platforms. Thanks to the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the Library of Michigan contracts with Demco to provide this reading program support. Below is information on how to add this year's Tails & Tales banner for summer reading programs, as well as links to training recordings and technical supports. To add Tails & Tales Banner: Please review this KB article before adding a banner to your Wandoo Reader program: http://kb.demcosoftware.com/article.php?id=642<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fkb.demcoso…>. Once you have read through the short KB article, please go to https://kb.demcosoftware.com/article.php?id=775<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkb.demcos…>. Log-in Information: Username: CSLP2021 Password: cslp2021 For additional help with Wandoo Reader - Knowledge Base Articles: Keep up to date with our Knowledge Base Articles: http://kb.demcosoftware.com/category.php?id=246<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fkb.demcoso…> Training Options: Visit our Demco Software Training Calendar for Wandoo Reader Q/A sessions here: http://evancedtraining.evanced.info/signup<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fevancedtra…> Prerecorded Webinars: https://www.gotostage.com/channel/wandoo-reader<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gotos…> For Michigan the Prerecorded Webinars: https://www.gotostage.com/channel/michigan-wandooreader<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gotos…> Technical Support: Reach out to the support team via the Support Contact form here: http://kb.demcosoftware.com/contact.php<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fkb.demcoso…> Enjoy your CSLP templates, we look forward to watching your reading programs grow! Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her - 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/>

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Summer Reading Program Prizes
by Tina Russette 20 Apr '21

20 Apr '21

Hi Everyone, We're planning prizes for our Summer Reading Programs and my question is whether anyone knows if we could give Michigan Scratch-Off Lottery Tickets as a prize? This was an idea from a patron. I didn't know if there is any regulation that libraries would be prohibited to give lottery tickets as a prize for Adults. I'm trying to award prizes that will encourage patrons to register for our SRP. Your thoughts and information are greatly appreciated. Tina -- Tina Marie Russette Adult/Teen Services Manager Holly Township Library 1116 N. Saginaw St. Holly, MI 48442 248-634-1754

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Re: [Michlib-l] Discomfort with Wednesday post about "neutrality"
by Catherine Lucas 20 Apr '21

20 Apr '21

Thank you to both Kristin Fontichiaro and Kristin Shelley for your thoughtful responses regarding "Discomfort with Wednesday post about 'neutrality'". As a profession, I would value an opportunity beyond our individual libraries to actively engage in discussion, build our capacity, and look at our systemic role around this critical topic. Any thoughts about ways to do this?

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PebbleGo: Updated Features
by Breed, Liz (MDE) 20 Apr '21

20 Apr '21

Hi All - A few features in the PebbleGo Animals and Social Studies modules have been updated recently. Here's a short summary. For the full details, be sure to check out this short, six minute video (https://youtu.be/_l-la6Ukp7M) 1. New "Copy Link" button - Provide links directly to articles. 1. Printing improvements - The "Print Article" and "Print Page" features are now optimized to use less paper 1. Turn off "Hover Over Audio" - Silence the "hover over" audio for presentations and video recordings. 1. Apple iOS fix - PebbleGo's bottom menu bar will now display correctly on the iPhone and iPad. Please let us know if you have questions. Funding is provided in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. Liz Liz Breed Michigan eLibrary Coordinator Library of Michigan (MDE) 517-335-1497 breedl(a)michigan.gov

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Royal Oak Public Library looking for a P/T Monitor
by Adrienne Breznau 20 Apr '21

20 Apr '21

Greetings! We are still looking for a part-time monitor for the Royal Oak Public Library: * JOB OPPORTUNITY* * Part-Time Library Monitor* *Location:* Public Library - City of Royal Oak, MI *Open Until:* May 4, 2021 at 11:59 pm *Job Status:* Part-Time – 24 hours per week Monday and Tuesday: 1-9 pm Wednesday: 5-9 pm Thursday: 12-5 pm *Rate of Pay:* Pay ranges from $11.59-$15.45 *Job Description* The effective *Library Monitor* will assure a safe, pleasant and inviting environment for library users and employees. The Monitor is responsible for enforcing the Library Code of Conduct for public behavior in the library building and on library grounds. Working as a Library Monitor will require dealing with conflict resolution in a responsive, yet empathetic manner that can ensure the safety and security of others and one’s self. This position reports directly to the Head of Access Services. A *Library Monitor* may be called upon to do any or all of the following: *(These examples do not include all of the tasks the employee may be expected to perform):* - Greet the public pleasantly. - Know and understand the Library Code of Conduct. - Observe behavior in Library building and on Library grounds. - Routinely visually check all areas of the Library, including public rest rooms. - Remind patrons of Library Code of Conduct; intercede when behavior is in violation of the Code. - Pick up trash on the grounds when necessary and take out recyclables weekly. - Participate in Library opening and closing procedures. - Write logs and report incidents and contact police if necessary. - Responsible for program and meeting room set-ups, which involves moving chairs and tables. - Respond to Library staff requests for assistance. - Pick up and drop off mail at City Hall. - Light building maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs. FOR MORE DETAILS AND TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION PLEASE VISIT: https://www.romi.gov/270/Job-Openings -or- inquire with Human Resources Adrienne Breznau Interim Director Royal Oak Public Library 222 E. Eleven Mile Road <https://maps.google.com/?q=222+E.+Eleven+Mile+Road+Royal+Oak,+MI+48067&entr…> Royal Oak, MI 48067 <https://maps.google.com/?q=222+E.+Eleven+Mile+Road+Royal+Oak,+MI+48067&entr…> Tel: 248-246-3714

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Michlib-L Subscribers
by White, Shannon (MDE) 20 Apr '21

20 Apr '21

We have recently had a few questions about posting to the Michlib-l list. To remedy or learn more about how to correct the issue of your email address and the listserv you can review the information below. 1. You may be subscribed to the list using an older email you no longer use to send messages. If this is the case your messages to the list do not make it through because your address shows as a non-member email. In some cases you may use an email interchangeably for your work and it looks seamless to you, but if the email is not the one subscribed to the list it is not seamless to the listserv software. 2. If you are unsure of your status on Michlib-L you can check by going to the site here https://lists.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l 3. If you find you are not subscribed with your current email, follow the instructions on the page linked above to subscribe. This will allow messages sent from your current email address to be posted to the listserv. Shannon 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/>

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Cabinets For Sale
by Marcy Tompkins 20 Apr '21

20 Apr '21

Hello We have 4 new custom built laminate cabinets for sale. Have never been used. $200 each. They were built for us as DVD storage cabinets. They could be used for any miscellaneous storage needs also. We had to order something different because they were not going to work for our space now. You would need to install cabinet handles on them. Cabinet Dimensions: overall 79.5 x 30 x 16 deep 24 cubes measuring 13.75 x 11.75 each Email if interested. -- *Marcy Tompkins, Director* *Fairgrove District Library* *1959 Main St.* *Fairgrove, MI 48733* *Phone 989-693-6050Fax 989-693-6446* <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free. www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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Claimed! DVD Cases
by Brenna Wade 20 Apr '21

20 Apr '21

The DVD cases have all been claimed. Brenna Wade | Public Services Librarian | Hillsdale College, Mossey Library 33 E College St, Hillsdale, MI 49242 | (517) 607-2606 | bwade(a)hillsdale.edu<mailto:bwade@hillsdale.edu>

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Libraries serving refugee communities?
by White, Shannon (MDE) 20 Apr '21

20 Apr '21

Does your library have programs focused on digital literacy or other supports for the refugee community? I'm looking to connect a new state employee at the Office of Global Michigan, part of the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, with public libraries that have programs specifically for the refugee community. If you offer such programs or have specific experience frequently working directly with the refugee community in areas of literacy, especially digital literacy, I would love to be able to pass along your contact information. Thank you, sdw 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/>

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