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Free magazine covers
by Jennifer Perryman 22 Jul '21

22 Jul '21

Hello! We have about a dozen magazine covers to give away (photo attached). If you'd like them, please let us know. Thank you, Jennifer Perryman Youth Services Coordinator Milan Public Library 151 Wabash Street • Milan, MI 48160 (734) 439-1240 • www.milanlibrary.org<http://www.milanlibrary.org/> Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/pages/Milan-Public-Library-Milan-Michigan/14807483…> • Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/milanpubliclibrary/>

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Zoom Event: Elder Abuse Awareness and Prevention - THU, July 29th at 11:00 AM
by Latonia Phillips 22 Jul '21

22 Jul '21

Hello The Commerce Township Community Library has an event coming up. You're welcome to share with patrons, coworkers, and friends. Join us for a virtual program presented by *Lakeshore Legal Aid*. Learn about the warning signs of elder abuse and what can be done to stop it from occurring. THURSDAY, July 29 from 11:00 - 12:00 PM via Zoom *Register here*: tinyurl.com/ctcl-elderabuse Latonia Phillips (she/her) Reference Librarian Commerce Township Community Library *Phone*: 248-669-8108 Ext. 115 *Fax*: 248-387-6240 *Email*: lphillips(a)commercelibrary.info -- The information contained in this electronic message is intended only for the use of the designated recipient(s). If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, use, dissemination, forwarding or copying of this message is strictly prohibited, and we request that you delete the original message and all attachments.

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MeL Minute: New eBooks in MeL
by Ann Kaskinen 22 Jul '21

22 Jul '21

[A picture containing text, clipart, sign Description automatically generated]There are many great reasons to utilize the eResources found in the Michigan eLibrary<https://mel.org/welcome>, but FREE access to eBooks is one of the best. Over 3,000 new titles have recently been added to the 5 eBook Collections in MeL. While there are new offerings for school-age children in the K-8<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> and High School<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> eBook Collections, the focus here is on the additions to the adult collections. eBook Academic Collection<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> Over 2,000 eBooks published in 2020 have been added to the eBook Academic Collection. While there are some unique titles such as A Field Guide to Snow<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>, there are also large additions in the following subject areas: * Using the keywords equity and education returns 13 new titles<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>. Readers can explore equity as it pertains to gender in the medical field, multicultural education in the field of science, or helping teachers develop LGBTQ awareness. * The keywords climate change and global warming give patrons 49 new titles<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> to investigate. Whether your interest is related to agriculture, politics, environmentalism, sustainability, or the philosophy of nature, there is a new title waiting just for you. * Entering the terms coronavirus or covid-19 reveals 12 new titles<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>, enlightening readers on the impact of student retention or economic disobedience. eBook Business Collection<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> The eBook Business Collection added 359 new 2020 eBooks, highlighting great titles such as Work Better, Live Better: Motivation, Labor, and Management Ideology<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>. Subjects that saw substantial additions: * The keyword advertising returns 18 new titles<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>. Learn more about social media advertising, creating brands and products that sell, or marketing leadership. * Included in your search using the term corporate are 49 new titles<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>. In these eBooks are topics that speak to corporate change, governance, strategy, and workplace. * The term innovation offers 45 new titles<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> to readers. Food, technology, and economic impacts are all topics that can be explored. eBook Public Library Collection<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> The Public Library Collection saw over 900 new 2020 eBooks added in the past year. Some notable titles include Mastering the Flower Garden: A Gardener’s Guide to Growing Flowers, From Today’s Favorites to Unusual Varieties<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> and The Urban Sketching Handbook Drawing with a Tablet: Easy Techniques for Mastering Digital Drawing on Location<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>. Other topic areas added to the collection: * The keyword cooking garnered 52 new titles<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>. In these you can find some scrumptious summer grilling ideas, vegan recipes, and new Instant Pot miracles. * Entering the term sport brought back 65 new titles<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>, featuring new sports biographies; college eSports; guides to fantasy football, basketball, and baseball; and histories of the Olympic games. * One of the biggest areas for new eBook content was found using the keywords career or job or employment or occupation with 247 results<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>. Careers in animation, social media, coding, graphic design, and plastic surgery are highlighted as well as guides to finding and keeping good employees. With titles added to these collections regularly, it is always good idea to check in to see what’s new. If you are having any issues linking to items on this page, please explore the MeL eResource Access Page.<https://www.mcls.org/mel/mel-databases/help/remote-access/> Contact meldatabaseshelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:meldatabaseshelp@mcls.org> for help. Brought to you by Ann Kaskinen from the MeL Team. Hey front line staff: The MeL Maven Badge is a 6-part Information Literacy and Resource adventure designed just for you. Look for it at the end of summer 2021! Want more information on MeL?  Stay tuned for the next MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, visit http://mel.org<http://mel.org/>, or sign up for the MeL Minute and other Library of Michigan e-mail lists via GovDelivery<https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/subscriber/new>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. MeL eResources are available to Michigan residents or for Michigan library or school access only. #IMLSGrant Ann Kaskinen MeL Engagement Specialist K12 Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) (800) 530-9019 ext 150

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Library of Things
by Amy Knepp 21 Jul '21

21 Jul '21

Good afternoon: If your library currently has a Library of Things can you please tell me what your most popular "things" are? What were the first items you purchased for this collection? Thank you in advance. Amy -- Amy Knepp, Director Oscoda County Library

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Registration Still Open for the MI Open Educational Resources Summit
by White, Shannon (MDE) 21 Jul '21

21 Jul '21

On behalf of the MI OER Network<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mioer…> Steering Committee, we would like to let you know that registration is still open for the 2021 MI OER Summit which will be held on Wednesday, August 11 (10:45 am - 4:30 pm EST) and, Thursday, August 12 (11:00 am - 3:30 pm EST). The Summit is FREE and open to anyone. You can register now at the MI OER Virtual Summit<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmhec.even…> page. You can also check out the Program<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmhec.even…> to start choosing your schedule. Our keynote speakers this year are Dr. Angela DeBarger, Program Officer in Education, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, and Dr. Lisa Petrides, founder and CEO, ISKME. We have an excellent line up of speakers and presentations including a panel of student leaders from the ASMSU (Associated Students of Michigan State University) who will talk about student advocacy and partnership around OER. We hope you consider attending and supporting this event. Our theme this year is "Building Bridges to Open Up Education" and what a way to think about forging these connections as we all collaboratively advance equity and inclusion not just in higher education but in K-12 as well. 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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Accounting programs
by Deb Radjenovich 21 Jul '21

21 Jul '21

Just curious as to what accounting software your libraries are using. Especially curious about anyone using BS&A. Also, have you converted your cost codes over to the Uniform Chart of Accounts on your current accounting software? Deb Radjenovich, SHRM-SCP she/her/hers Business Manager Traverse Area District Library 610 Woodmere Ave Traverse City, MI 49686 dradjenovich(a)tadl.org 231-932-8549 www.tadl.org

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Policy for Disaster/Emergency situations
by Amber Hughey 21 Jul '21

21 Jul '21

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Postage costs for Books by Mail programs
by Jean Sanders 21 Jul '21

21 Jul '21

Good Morning, If anyone currently offers a books by mail program and can share what the annual postage cost is that would be helpful. We are considering add this service for our senior patrons and would like to have an idea of postage costs. Please also include the number of patrons you currently serve with this program so we can perhaps estimate a cost per patron for this service. Thank you, Jean Sanders

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FREE Mental Health workshops this summer from VLA
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 20 Jul '21

20 Jul '21

Sharing on behalf of The Virginia Library Association. The VLA Professional Associates Forum is coordinating a series of FREE Mental Health workshops this summer. Their second workshop is just around the corner, July 21st at 2 pm EST! Guided Stress Relief Session with Georgianne Ginder. Georgianne has her Master's Degree in Education and Holistic Medicine. She is a Certified Health and Wellness Counselor at Virginia Commonwealth University. Georgianne will provide information on stress relief tactics as well as lead participants through a virtual, meditative relief session aimed at reducing stress and anxiety. More information can be found on the VLA website<https://www.vla.org/index.php?option=com_jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evi…>, or you can sign up at: https://forms.gle/ADRxj3M8wc4SiHQ39<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle…> Please let VLA know if you have any questions, Isaak Hopson, VLAPAF Chair, ihopson(a)vcu.edu<mailto:ihopson@vcu.edu> Chris Shaver, Incoming VLAPAF Chair, chriss1(a)vt.edu<mailto:chriss1@vt.edu> Kristi Jerome, VLAPAF Immediate Past Chair, jeromekh(a)longwood.edu<mailto:jeromekh@longwood.edu>

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JOB: Director, Waterloo Public Library (Iowa)
by John Keister 20 Jul '21

20 Jul '21

Director, Waterloo Public Library (Iowa) The Waterloo Public Library <https://www.johnkeister.com/waterloo/> seeks an inclusive and forward-thinking leader to serve as Director. Waterloo, home to about 68,000 residents, is a diverse and friendly city located in Northeast Iowa. The library is housed in a beautiful, historic building in the downtown district of Waterloo, near shops, restaurants, and several cultural attractions. Salary is $87,000 to $115,000/year, negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Please visit johnkeister.com/waterloo/ <https://www.johnkeister.com/waterloo/> for details and to apply. We welcome inquiries. John Keister & Associates Executive Search for Libraries johnkeister.com <http://johnkeister.com/> waterloo(a)johnkeister.com <mailto:waterloo@johnkeister.com> 847-955-0541

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