June 2021 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

2020 Home Heating Credit
by Amy Winter 29 Jun '21

29 Jun '21

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Job Posting - Teen & Adult Librarian FT - Wixom Public Library
by Andrea Dickson 29 Jun '21

29 Jun '21

Hello! Due to a retirement, the Wixom Public Library is seeking a full-time Teen & Adult Librarian to join our team. Details on how to apply, including the job description and posting, are available on our website at wixomlibrary.org/employment. The deadline to apply is Friday, July 16. Have a great day! Andrea Dickson Library Director Wixom Public Library 49015 Pontiac Trail Wixom, MI 48393 (248) 624-2512

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Periodical Subscription Services
by Sharon Crotser-Toy 29 Jun '21

29 Jun '21

Greetings, one and all! Many apologies if this is a repeat question. I could've sworn I'd seen this topic discussed but can't find it in the archives. What subscription service are you using to handle library periodicals, and are you pleased with the result? I'm happy to compile and share the results (if only for my own memory!). Many thanks for your time, as always! -Sharon -- Sharon Crotser-Toy Director *Watervliet District Library* 333 N. Main Street Watervliet, MI 49098 269-463-6382 Connects People, Inspires Ideas, Transforms Lives

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July Evening Sessions Programs
by Kirsten Wellnitz 29 Jun '21

29 Jun '21

Join the Bay County Library System for the upcoming July Evening Sessions programs! You can register through our event calendar to receive the Zoom link or watch live on our Facebook page. It will also be recorded and put on the BCLS YouTube channel. Attached is a poster and handout - Larry Martin's WWII: In Their Own Words Wed, July 7, 6:30 pm The Great Saginaw Fire of 1893 Presented by Tom Trombley Wed, July 21, 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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ABOS Preschool Outreach and School Services Inspirations Award
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 29 Jun '21

29 Jun '21

Preschool Outreach and School Services Inspirations Award Presented annually to a library, department, or an individual who has provided exemplary library outreach services to children and students in their community, from age infant to college. To learn more about the Preschool Outreach and School Services Inspirations Award: https://abos-outreach.com/Preschool-Outreach-and-School-Services-Inspiratio…. The 2021 ABOS Awards Program will close on July 16, 2021 at 5 p.m. CST. Questions about the 2021 ABOS Awards Program can be directed to David Kelsey, 2021 ABOS President and 2021 ABOS Awards Committee Chair, at awards(a)abos-outreach.com<mailto:awards@abos-outreach.com>. 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/> [cid:image001.jpg@01D76CC4.6AB38A20] Check with your local public library for details on their summer library program!

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Business and Human resource Administrator Job Posting
by Robyn Lowenstein 29 Jun '21

29 Jun '21

The Plymouth District Library - job posting for full-time Business and Human Resource Administrator. See the posting below, or visit plymouthlibrary.org for more information. Plymouth District Library – Job Posting [ http://plymouthlibrary.org/ | http://plymouthlibrary.org ] Business and HR Administrator Full time – 40 hours per week Schedule includes daytime, evening, and weekend hours Salary $58,900.00 - $65,400.00 WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: We are looking for a warm and friendly people-person to support our library administration. If you are thoughtful, proactive, and aligned with our institutional mission to serve our community, we want to hear from you. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Human Resources or Accounting, pay close attention to detail, and demonstrate personal integrity in their work. OUR LIBRARY AND COMMUNITY: Plymouth District Library is located in busy downtown Plymouth, MI, midway between Detroit and Ann Arbor. We serve the Plymouth Community which is comprised of 36,650 residents living in the City of Plymouth and the Charter Township of Plymouth, as well as the patrons of 75 Detroit-area libraries through a reciprocal borrowing agreement facilitated by The Library Network. The library serves as a significant community hub and maintains strong partnerships with local and regional community groups, governments, schools, businesses, and cultural organizations. Plymouth’s rich history has included the library for nearly 100 years. Strong community support has resulted in a dedicated perpetual millage, a robust Friends organization, and more than 100 adult volunteers. Pre-pandemic, over a 1,000 visitors a day used the library to participate in programs, use our meeting and study rooms, borrow materials, use technology, and connect with others. The library contributes significantly to the high quality of life available in the Plymouth community. Our sense of community is created by beautiful neighborhoods, spacious parks, robust sport, education system, cultural and arts organizations, and dedicated community service organizations. Our vibrant, walkable downtown is full of unique shops, restaurants, entertainment and recreational options, all surrounding Kellogg Park as the centerpiece and host of year-round events. The library is just steps from all of this in our central downtown location and plays an active role in community events. Plymouth District Library is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to represent and reflect our community in all that we do. We encourage people of color, people who identify as LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and people from non-dominant backgrounds to apply. POSITION TITLE: Business and HR Administrator JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Library Director, the Business and HR Administrator oversees bookkeeping and human resources duties. JOB DUTIES: An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following duties. These examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform. Accounting Maintains the library’s accounting system by developing and following accounting procedures, expenditure periods, and related forms Maintains records for operating funds, payroll, and debt retirement funds Handles the banking activities of the library including deposits and reconciliation of all bank accounts Maintains adequate balance in library accounts to meet financial obligations Assists Library Director in investment of excess library funds Responsible for verification and payment of library bills Manages accounts payable by recording liabilities, checking vouchers, writing automated checks, recording payments, and updating vendor accounts. Prepares monthly financial statements, cash-flow chart, and reports to library board Maintains all record of tax collections, transfers tax dollars to the appropriate accounts Assists in annual budget preparation and auditing Controls and signs on petty cash and library credit card Human Resources Maintains personnel records Completes necessary paperwork and payments for new hires and terminations Prepares and maintains payroll records, processes bi-weekly payroll Makes timely tax payments and files appropriate federal and state reports Determines benefit accruals, providing employees with accurate balances Handles unemployment and workers’ compensation claims Serves as liaison between benefit provider and employee Administers self-insured optical, dental, COBRA insurance, FMLA claims, and disability claims Administers retirement benefits and claims by maintaining employee records, monthly reports, and retirement payments REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: The recommendations below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job. Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Business, Human Resources, or comparable education with at least 3 years of human resources or accounting-related work experience Possess strong people skills and public service orientation Organized, accurate, detail-oriented, and able to work independently Able to maintain confidentiality and discretion related to library records Excellent written and oral communication PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Human Resources, or comparable education with at least 5 years of human resources or accounting-related work experience OR Associate’s Degree in Business with 8 years of associated work experience Knowledge of ADP, Pontem accounting system, or similar software PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed primarily in a public library and/or office setting. Approximately 20% of assigned time will be working directly with the public. The noise level is quiet to medium. Temperature level is normal indoor range. The position will regularly require operation of computers, keyboard devices, printers, photocopiers, scanners, Fax, digital telephone equipment, file systems, hand-trucks, pens/pencils, cables and wiring connectors. Flexibility in scheduling required; this position includes regular evening and Saturday hours, with some Sundays throughout the year. Some travel will be required: to attend meetings, conferences or training. GRADE/SALARY: $58,900.00 - $65,400.00 (pay grade 12) Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time. Employer paid life and disability insurance Medical insurance, dental insurance, 457B Nationwide plan benefits MERS Retirement plan, with vesting of 8 years. VEBA retiree health care plan, after 10 years TO APPLY: Send a thoughtful cover letter and updated resume to: Shauna Anderson, Library Director humanresources(a)plymouthlibrary.org Deadline to apply is Thursday, July 8 at 4pm. This announcement is only a summary of the position, its duties, job requirements and compensation. Further information is available from the library. Plymouth District Library does not discriminate in its employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, veteran status or disability. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability if requested. Robyn Lowenstein Plymouth District Library Business and Human Resources Administrator rlowenstein(a)plymouthlibrary.org (734) 453-0750 ext. 215

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Papercrafting/cardmaking magazines
by Sonja Downey 28 Jun '21

28 Jun '21

Good morning, I am researching papercrafting/cardmaking magazines to order for our library. Unfortunately I can only find really good ones that are published in the UK. Shipping to the US is exorbitant on these titles. Does anybody have a suggestions of a papercrafting/cardmaking magazine readily available here in the US? Do you have a papercrafting magazine in your library and love it? Please share your info with us. Thank you so much for your help with this. Have a wonderful start to your work week, everybody, Sonja Supervisor of Circulation Services Tecumseh District Library

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Friends of Michigan Libraries (FOML) Grant
by Rebecca Higgerson 28 Jun '21

28 Jun '21

Directors and Friends liaisons, Please be sure to share with your Friends. Thank you, Rebecca In honor of a founding member of the Friends of Michigan Libraries, FOML awards up to two grants annually. Each “Harriet Larson Founders Grant” is worth up to $400* each. They are designed to help Friends groups in their efforts to support, enhance and showcase their local library. The grants will be awarded by the Grants & Awards Committee based on the following priorities when reviewing applications, provided an applicant meets all of the applicable eligibility requirements: 1. A new Friends group is being officially formed; 2. A Friends group that is being rejuvenated, with a higher priority given to a group with a longer period of inactivity; 3. An existing Friends group has a proposal for increasing membership, increasing community awareness, or a proposal for a novel approach to advocating for their library in the community. “Harriet Larson Founders Grant” applications received by March 31 and September 30 of each year will be considered at the first FOML Board meeting following those dates. The grant form has been designed for you to complete within Adobe Reader. Please note: you cannot save information on the application. Be sure to print two copies, one for your records and one to be mailed to the address below. To apply, please send your application to: FOML Grants Committee c/o Irene Bancroft Mideastern Michigan Library Cooperative 503 S. Saginaw Street, Suite 711 Flint, MI 48502 Click here for the Harriet Larson Founders Grant application. <http://foml.org/site/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Harriet_Larson_Grant_web_ap…> If you do not have Adobe Reader, please click here for a free download. <http://get.adobe.com/reader/> * All applicants should be aware that the purchase or rental of equipment (such as audio-visual equipment or kitchen appliances) needed to implement the activities or events associated with this grant are not considered valid expenditures. *Rebecca Higgerson* Director Brandon Twp Public Library 304 South Street Ortonville MI 48462 248-627-1474 *ENGAGE • EDUCATE • ENRICH • EMPOWER* *No Reservation Recommendations: your source for colleague-approved vendors!* https://nrr.ninja/

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Duplicate Book For Sale
by Jennifer Noble 28 Jun '21

28 Jun '21

Hi all, We accidentally ordered two copies of *France: A Short History *by Jeremy Black. Anyone interested in buying our duplicate? $10, we'll send it on through RIDES. Jen -- Jennifer Noble (she/her/hers) Adult & Teen Services Librarian Adrian District Library 143 E. Maumee St. Adrian, MI 49221 jnoble(a)adrian.lib.mi.us (517) 265-2265

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UP Notable Book Club presents a virtual Q&A with U.P. author Mikel B. Classen, author of the award-winning Lake Superior Tales
by Victor R. Volkman 28 Jun '21

28 Jun '21

UP Notable Book Club presents a virtual Q&A with U.P. author Mikel B. Classen, author of//the award-winning/Lake Superior Tales/ Please feel free to share this with your patrons.... *Official Seal of the U.P. Notable Books <http://www.upnotable.com/2020/04/02/announcing-1st-annual-u-p-notable-books…>UP Notable Book Club:* the Crystal Falls Community District Library in partnership with the U.P. Publishers & Authors Association (UPPAA) has scheduled author events with winners of the /UP Notable Book List/. The 7th event is with U.P. author *Mikel B. Classen *whose award-winning /Lake Superior Tales: Stories of Humor and Adventure in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, 2nd Edition/ has the brought an entertaining take on beloved historical figures such as Peter White as well as fanciful send-ups of U.P. tales in the modes of sci-fi, horror, film noir, and just plain fun stories. The events are open to all U.P. residents free of charge. /*When: */Thursday, July 8th, 2021 at 7pm Eastern / 6pm Central /*Where: */ on the Zoom platform -- please contact Evelyn Gathu in advance by email: egathu(a)uproc.lib.mi.us <mailto:egathu@uproc.lib.mi.us>, or by phone (906) 875-3344. We recommend you borrow a copy of these books from your local library or purchase from your local bookseller in advance to get the most out of these events. *MIKEL B. CLASSEN *has been writing and photographing northern Michigan in newspapers and magazines for over thirty-five years, creating feature articles about the life and culture of Michigan’s north country. A journalist, historian, photographer and author with a fascination of the world around him, he enjoys researching and writing about lost stories from the past. He is the founder of the/U.P. Reader /and is a member of the Board of Directors for the Upper Peninsula Publishers and Authors Association. In 2020, Mikel won the Historical Society of Michigan’s, George Follo Lifetime Achievement Award for Upper Peninsula History. His book /Points North: Discover Hidden Campgrounds, Natural Wonders, and Waterways of the Upper Peninsula/ achieved the HSM's highest honor, The State History Award. Classen makes his home in the oldest city in Michigan, historic Sault Ste. Marie. He is also a collector of out-of-print history books, and historical photographs and prints of Upper Michigan. At Northern Michigan University, he studied English, history, journalism and photography. <https://www.amazon.com/Lake-Superior-Tales-Adventure-Michigans/dp/1615994041> *Join us for epic adventures in the U.P. on land and lakes!* Pirates, thieves, shipwrecks, sexy women, lost gold, and adventures on the Lake Superior frontier await you! In this book, you'll sail on a ship full of gold, outwit deadly shapeshifters, battle frontier outlaws and even meet the mysterious agent that Andrew Jackson called "the meanest man" he ever knew. Packed with action, adventure, humor, and suspense, this book has something for every reader. Journey to the wilds of the Lake Superior shoreline through ten stories that span the 19^th century through present day including "The Wreck of the Marie Jenny," "The Bigg Man," "Wolf Killer," and "Bullets Shine Silver in the Moonlight." "It's clear that Mikel B. Classen knows and loves the Lake Superior area of Michigan and brings it to life in a delightful way. If you want frequent laughs, unusual characters who jump off the page, and the fruit of a highly creative mind, you've got to read this little book." -- Bob Rich, author, /Looking Through Water/ More information about the U.P. Notable Book list, /U.P. Book Review, /and UPPAA can be found on www.UPNotable.com <http://www.UPNotable.com> *About the Upper Peninsula Publishers and Authors Association (UPPAA)* Established in 1998 to support authors and publishers who live in or write about Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, UPPAA is a Michigan nonprofit association with more than 100 members, many of whose books are featured on the organization’s website at www.uppaa.org <https://uppaa.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…>. UPPAA welcomes membership and participation from anyone with a UP connection who is interested in writing. -- Regards, Victor R. Volkman, President L H Press Inc. www.LHPress.com

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