April 2021 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Love this news from Milton
by Noah Lenstra 27 Apr '21

27 Apr '21

"The Milton Mayhem Bike Scavenger Hunt will take place 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 15. Dust off your bike, grab your helmet and prepare to pedal around Milton. To receive your first scavenger hunt clue, visit the library, 430 E. High St., between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 15. The first clue will send to your next location. Ride there, collect a scavenger hunt sticker and receive another clue. Follow the clues until you’ve visited all 10 stops. Then, head back to the library and present the stickers you’ve gathered so you can be entered in a prize drawing. Do the scavenger hunt alone or as a team. All riders must sign a liability waiver and wear a helmet. Waivers are available at the library or can be printed out at https://tinyurl.com/p6dshurr. Waivers/registration forms should be turned in before 5 p.m. Friday, May 14. All ages may participate but participants should be prepared to ride at least 3 miles on roads or sidewalks in Milton. For more information call the Milton Public Library at (608) 868-7462." https://www.hngnews.com/milton_courier/article_95b0508d-4313-5cf3-8f06-c269… Noah Lenstra Assistant Professor of Library and Information Science University of North Carolina Greensboro njlenstr(a)uncg.edu noahlenstra.com @NoahLenstra Author, Healthy Living at the Library <https://www.abc-clio.com/ABC-CLIOCorporate/product.aspx?pc=A5725P> Director of Let's Move in Libraries <http://letsmovelibraries.org/>

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Reminder: Free Makerspace Workshop Monday, May 17 9am-1pm
by Katie Rothley 27 Apr '21

27 Apr '21

Good morning Michlib-L, I am writing to send a reminder invite to register for this year's FREE annual TLN Spring Workshop , to be conducted virtually via TLN 's Zoom account: "Making It Work: Finding The Right Makerspace For Your Library." We have a little less than 3 weeks to go before the big day, Monday, May 17 from 9am-1pm! There will be three panels of presenters sharing information on their solutions to makerspaces, both mobile and permanent installations. We wanted to make this available to any library/librarian interested in learning about, investing in, and starting a makerspace, and because it's virtual, it makes it easily accessible! We normally hold this annual workshop in-person at a TLN library and charge a nominal fee, so this may or may not be the only time we do this; future free and virtual workshops are to be determined. Please view the PDF flyer attached to this email for more information, workshop schedule, and visit this link for registration: [ https://tln.lib.mi.us/springworkshop/ | https://tln.lib.mi.us/springworkshop/ ] . We are not offering CE credits. And there will be a voluntary survey following the conclusion of the workshop for feedback. Any other questions may be directed to me in response to this email. I want to thank the TLN ASC Spring Workshop Subcommittee for their hard work in planning and scheduling this virtual learning opportunity; many thanks go to (in no particular order): Laura from Chelsea District Library, Allison from Rochester Hills Public Library, Barbara from Southgate Veterans Memorial Library, and Danielle from William P. Faust Public Library of Westland. We hope to "see" you then! 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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Sign up by Friday for MiLibraryQuest - a virtual event for teens this summer
by MiLibrary Quest 27 Apr '21

27 Apr '21

Hello! This Friday is the last day to sign up for MiLibraryQuest: Summer 2021. Are you looking for a (free!) virtual event for your teens this summer - that doesn't take very much of your time? Join libraries throughout the state for MiLibraryQuest. Sign up by Friday at bit.ly/SummerQuestSignUp MiLibraryQuest: Summer 2021 will be held from June 1 through July 31. Teens will collect descriptions of unique animals from the websites of participating libraries and enter to win a prize. What is MiLibraryQuest? Following library closures in March 2020 and a shift to virtual programming, a group of librarians from throughout the state began meeting to collaborate on virtual teen programming. We created MiLibraryQuest, a virtual scavenger hunt, for all teens throughout the state as a summer event. We hosted our second Quest, MiLibraryQuest: Mystery Edition this January and February. We're now getting ready to launch our third quest this summer. What will participating libraries do? Each participating library will: - place the MiLibraryQuest image and a library-specific animal description (which will be given to them) on their website - promote the event to their teens (Promotional materials will be available from the Quest team.) - award at least one prize to a teen who is from your library and completes the Quest What will teens do? The list of participating libraries and links to their websites will be provided on the Quest website (https://milibraryquest.wixsite.com/quest1) Teens will visit the libraries’ websites, locate the animal descriptions, identify the animals being described, and enter to win a prize. Additional information You can see more information: - on our website: https://milibraryquest.wixsite.com/quest1 - in our FAQs: http://bit.ly/SummerQuestFAQs Questions? If you have any questions, please let us know at milibraryquest(a)gmail.com. Ready to sign up? If your library would like to participate, please sign up at http://bit.ly/SummerQuestSignUp by this Friday, April 30. The Quest Team Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/MiLibrary-Quest-101788845136786> ~ Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/milibraryquest/> ~ Website <https://milibraryquest.wixsite.com/quest1>

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Library Director job posting Tamarack District Library
by ML Tamarack Circulation 27 Apr '21

27 Apr '21

The Tamarack District Library Board of Trustees is accepting resumes for the position of Library Director. This position is full-time and will include some evening and weekend hours. Tamarack District Library was established on October 14, 2002 by Lakeview Community Schools, Cato Township, Hinton Township, and Pine Township in Montcalm County, Michigan, and serves both students and the community, a population of 10,250 in 206 square miles. The library is a single branch in a 15,000 square foot facility built in 2008 in the Village of Lakeview with one full-time and six part time staff and is a member of the Lakeland Library Cooperative. Tamarack District Library has strong community support, a fully engaged Friends of the Library group, a budget of $429,000. The Village of Lakeview is conveniently located near the intersection of M-46 and M-91, 12 miles east of the US-131 expressway and thirty-one miles west of US-127. The successful Director candidate will be an approachable, competent individual who brings innovative ideas, a willingness to interact with the community, and who values internal and external customer service. The candidate should have an understanding of the needs of a small community and an innovative vision for the Library going forward. EXPECTATIONS: The Director provides leadership to the staff, recognizing the value and strengths of each individual and utilizing those strengths to create a team atmosphere and to enhance service to the public. The Director is the public face of the Library and reports to the Board of Trustees, working in partnership with the Board to ensure that the library fulfills its mission and creates strategies for future success, as well as being accountable for programming and fiscal integrity of the Library. The Director works with considerable independence, subject to Board policies and directives, but shall show resourcefulness, initiative, creativity, and mature judgment in performance of duties. The Director will attend meetings associated with membership in the Lakeland Library Cooperative and workshops which will require travel. Reliable transportation is essential. To view the full job description please visit tamaracklibrary.org A performance review based on the job description will be conducted by the Library Board 3, 6, and 9 months from the date of hire. Thereafter, yearly performance reviews will be conducted. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of 4-year bachelor’s degree Michigan State Certification or eligibility for certification as library director of a Class III Public Library, with certification to be completed within one year from the date that certification workshops again become available Library experience and professional knowledge of library practices, procedures, and technology helpful Knowledge of public library administrative principles and practices, human resources, and library law helpful Demonstrated administrative, management, and fiscal ability Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, Board of Trustees, community organizations, and the public Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion, and to lead and provide direction Excellent oral and written communication skills SALARY/BENEFITS: $50,000 – $60,000 salary negotiable, based on qualifications and experience APPLICATION: Applicants should send an application found at tamaracklibrary.org, resume, and three references to Trustee Board President, Susan Draper at tdlsuedraper(a)gmail.com AND Trustee Board Vice President, Barb Kaaikala at tdlbarbkaaikala(a)gmail.com on or before 5:00pm on April 30, 2021 . Semifinalists will be asked to submit answers in writing to a set of questions developed by the Library Board and library staff, and participate in a meet-and-greet open to the community. Finalists will have an in person interview with the Board of Trustees for consideration of employment. Tamarack District Library is an equal opportunity employer -- Pamela Feutz Adult Services Tamarack District Library 832 S Lincoln Lakeview Mi 48850 Currently Reading Get your own email signature

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Amazon Business Webinar for Michigan Libraries
by Amber Sheerin 26 Apr '21

26 Apr '21

For any libraries or cooperatives looking to learn more about their Amazon Prime Business account benefit, they are offering a 15-minute user training webinar this Thursday from 11:00 – 11:15am For Michigan Libraries Amazon User Training Webinar Thursday, April 29th from 11:00 – 11:15 EST Leverage Amazon Business Prime to save time and maximize your purchasing selection · Review streamlined ordering tools available on Amazon Business · How to utilize a spreadsheet with list of ISBN’s · Review different savings landing pages · Ensure access to best customer service How to join the training webinar: Online meeting, powered by Amazon Chime Click to join the meeting: https://chime.aws/7894966945 Or, call in using your phone United States Toll-Free: 855-552-4463 Meeting ID: 7894 96 6945 [A picture containing text, clipart Description automatically generated] Amber Sheerin, CMP, CTA Program and Event Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 517-816-7015 asheerin(a)milibraries.org<mailto:asheerin@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.milibr…> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> and Twitter<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…>!

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Social Media Toolkit for #TailsAndTales
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 26 Apr '21

26 Apr '21

The Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) has created sample posts<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nEtmYOm-DJQLfcjWpfbUTQc0iDCG7UDnOAW…>, graphics<https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Jjo2JZCvB8xwJQHlpVxuoSAIQcH-Hh1V?us…>, and PSA videos<https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fWFOA7SpUfxTdngWtQf5rjSuR6rxC5kt?us…> [NEW!] for your library to use on social media, which you will find in the 2021 Tails & Tales Social Media Toolkit: https://bit.ly/CSLP_Toolkit21. The document is a living one, so the CSLP social media team will keep it updated as Summer 2021 approaches. Looking forward to seeing & sharing #TailsAndTales posts from your libraries! Remember you can follow CSLP on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest: @CSLPreads. CSLP also offers two Facebook Groups for member library staff: Feeding the Whole Child<https://www.facebook.com/groups/cslpfeeds> and the Official Summer Library Programming<https://www.facebook.com/groups/cslp.planning> group. I learned today that the 2021 National Summer Reading Champion announcement is coming soon, too! "RUFF!" Membership and resources to CSLP for MI public libraries is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Thank you, 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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Save the Date! - Michigan Digital Preservation Network Member Summit
by Chelsea Denault 26 Apr '21

26 Apr '21

(apologies for cross-posting) Hello! The Michigan Digital Preservation Network is excited to announce our first Member Summit on June 15, 2021! This virtual event will feature digital preservation professionals from across the country discussing topics for newcomers and more advanced practitioners alike, as well as announcements about the MDPN’s technical infrastructure and membership benefits and services. We’re also excited to welcome Trevor Owens, Head of Digital Content Management for Library Services at the Library of Congress and author of The Theory and Craft of Digital Preservation<https://jhupbooks.press.jhu.edu/title/theory-and-craft-digital-preservation>, as our keynote speaker. The Member Summit is open to all professionals at historical societies, museums, archives, and libraries across the state. We encourage volunteers or staff from different departments – from archivists and collections managers to IT professionals and executive director or deans – to attend and learn more about the value of digital preservation and how the MDPN plans to provide a path to access these vital services. Please share this message broadly with your networks and encourage colleagues to attend. Look out for more information about the Member Summit, including registration links and a full schedule of presentations, in May. To learn more about the MDPN, please visit our website, Mipres.org<http://mipres.org/>. Thank you, Chelsea Denault, Ph.D. Michigan Digital Preservation Network Coordinator Midwest Collaborative for Library Services www.mcls.org<https://www.mcls.org/>

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Possible free webinars for YOUR library
by Paula Drummond 26 Apr '21

26 Apr '21

Hi everyone, Please see below for information on free webinars in partnership with the non-profit organization GrieveWell that are available for your consideration. We have partnered with them and found their presentation "Grieve Well: Understanding Grief" to be a thoughtful and compelling program during these difficult times. There will be no cost to you other than the time it takes for you to work with them. They also offer an opportunity to publicize your library and relevant materials in your collection. They have been great to work with and welcome inquiries if you are interested. *GrieveWell Webinars for Michigan Libraries* Your library can bring health and healing to the bereaved in your community by partnering with GrieveWell, a non-profit based in Southeast Michigan, to offer an educational webinar designed by a Licensed Social Worker and experienced practitioner. GrieveWell presentations offer participants accessible information to build understanding of the grief process, normalize feelings and reactions during grief, learn how to support people in grief, and the opportunity to reflect on their own journey and engage, if they wish, in a moderated chat during the session. During the past year, GrieveWell has expanded its reach online delivering a dozen webinars in partnership with other organizations including the Ypsilanti District Library, the Bailey Library at Washtenaw Community College and the COVID Grief Network – a national organization. GrieveWell also offers one to one peer support to residents of Michigan pairing someone fresh in grief with a trained and supported GrieveWell volunteer who is on their own grief journey. We are eager to reach more people with our programs and services across the state of Michigan – especially in areas where other emotional support services may be limited. GrieveWell seeks library partners to deliver two webinars in the upcoming scholastic year (9/2021 – 5/2022. Here are brief descriptions of the two webinars *Grieve Well: Understanding Grief – ~1.25 hour webinar - *The first step is to understand this painful but important part of life. During this presentation, you will learn about grief and the effects it has on one’s physical and emotional health. You will receive information and resources to help you move through your grief journey in a way that leads toward healing. This presentation is for those who are mourning the death of a loved one, those supporting someone who is grieving, or for those who want more information about grief. *Grieve Well During the Holidays – ~1 hour webinar – *While the holiday season is filled with family, friends, and festivities, holidays can be a painful time for those who are grieving the loss – recent or past – of a loved one. Participants will learn about grief and helpful tips for managing grief during the holidays. The webinar covers different strategies that can ease stress during the holiday season, including ways to honor your loved one, take care of yourself, and lighten the holiday load. *Michigan libraries who co-host a webinar with Grieve Well can:* · Attend an online meeting with our staff to discuss the event and set a date and time · Work with our staff to identify grief resources in their collection and in the community to highlight in conjunction with and after this event · Publish the event on your website and printed material while collaborating with GrieveWell on posting it to social media sites · Promote the event with your audience while GrieveWell engages in targeted marketing to build an audience for the event · Recognize your organization at the start and end of the event · Join the presenter at the beginning of the online event to welcome the audience and participate in the chat during the session Please contact the Executive Director, Carol Lessure – carol(a)grievewell.com or (734) 975-0238 - if you are interested in co-hosting a webinar with GrieveWell. Carol A. Lessure MPA Executive Director (O) 734.975.0238 (C) 734.474.0501 www.grievewell.com -- Paula C. Drummond Head, Adult Services Department Ypsilanti District Library 5577 Whittaker Road Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (734) 482-4110 Ext. 1306 drummond(a)ypsilibrary.org <https://husky.ypsilibrary.org/owa/redir.aspx?REF=_mn39L7Y2bDAjtb914NTArR2Qo…>

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Job Opportunities at Bloomfield Township Public Library
by BTPL Careers 26 Apr '21

26 Apr '21

Greetings, All-- We have many employment opportunities at Bloomfield Township Public Library, including the Systems Assistant, just posted today. Go to our website for more information: https://btpl.org/employment-volunteer/ Systems Clerical Assistant<https://btpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Systems-Clerical-Assistant-15-h…> Open through Friday, April 30 Youth Services Library Intern<https://btpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/2021.03_Youth-Services-Library-…> Open through Friday, April 30 Circulation Clerical Assistant<https://btpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/2021.03_Clerical-Assistant.pdf> Open through Friday, May 7 Circulation Page<https://btpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/2021.04_-Page-Circulation.pdf> Open through Friday, May 21 Systems Assistant<https://btpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/2021.04_Sys-Assistant-Posting-2…> Open through Friday, May 21 Best Regards, Linden Godlove Administrative Assistant Bloomfield Township Public Library

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Security camera
by luther area public library 26 Apr '21

26 Apr '21

We currently have a security camera system in our small, rural library; however, it doesn't do any recording. We were thinking about possibly updating our system and cameras. Does anyone have any recommendations for possible vendors? Thanks! Amy Shank, Director Luther Area Public Library lutherlibrary(a)att.net Ph:231-797-8006Fax:231-797-8010 https://www.facebook.com/LutherLibrary/

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