September 2021 - Michlib-l

Virtual Food Preservation Classes
by Kirsten Wellnitz 03 Sep '21

03 Sep '21

Join BCLS Tuesdays at 6:30 pm through September on Zoom for food preservation classes with MSU Extension! Register through our event calendar to receive the Zoom link. Attached is a poster - Tue, Sep 7 - Blanch & Freeze: The Easiest Way to Preserve Tue, Sep 14 - Preserving What's Left in Your Garden Tue, Sep 21 - Too Many Tomatoes! Tue, Sep 28 - Making Applesauce Kirsten Wellnitz Managing Librarian Alice & Jack Wirt Library 500 Center Ave. Bay City, MI 48708 989-893-9566 ext. 2111

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Job Posting: LTPL has an opening for a Youth Services Assistant
by Katie Rothley 03 Sep '21

03 Sep '21

Good Afternoon, The Lyon Township Public Library, located in South Lyon, is seeking a Youth Services Assistant. Please review the job posting attached to this email and apply by the deadline, Friday, September 24th to be considered for an interview. Thank you, Katie -- Katie Rothley, MLIS Marketing & Outreach Librarian Lyon Township Public Library 27005 S. Milford Rd. South Lyon, MI 48178

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Input on 9/11 and storytime
by nnowak＠uproc.lib.mi.us 03 Sep '21

03 Sep '21

Good evening, I wanted to ask fellow storytime readers whether you have ever broached the topic of 9/11 and/or grief for storytime and whether you would recommend that. Personally, I'm conflicted about it because, on one hand, I assume schools teach about it so most kids probably at least know about it, but on the other hand, there is a large homeschool population where I'm located and I don't want to bring up a topic with the children if their parents don't feel comfortable talking to them about it yet. Any guidance is very much appreciated! Thank you, Natalie Nowak Bayliss Public Library Pickford Community Library

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Job Posting: Michigan eLibrary Coordinator (Library Consultant), Lansing, MI
by White, Shannon (MDE) 03 Sep '21

03 Sep '21

This position administers the statewide virtual library program, MeL.org, at the Library of Michigan. Please feel free to share with any of your own lists or individuals. The application deadline is September 19, 2021. Full posting and position description can be found here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/3199598/library-consul… 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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MCLS Offices closing at 3pm 9/3/2021
by Megan Dudek 03 Sep '21

03 Sep '21

Hello all, The MCLS offices will be closing today at 3pm, and will be closed on Monday, September 6. We will be back on Tuesday, September 7 to answer your MCLS, MeLCat, MeL eResources, and RIDES questions. MeLCat: melcathelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:melcathelp@mcls.org> RIDES: https://mcls.org/rideshelp MeL eResources: meldatabaseshelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:meldatabaseshelp@mcls.org> Group Purchasing: services(a)mcls.org<mailto:services@mcls.org> MCLS Training: training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org> Thanks, Megan Megan Dudek MeLCat Training & MeL Support Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) (800) 530-9019 ext 153 [acebook]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [witter] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [cid:image003.png@01D7A09F.ADA820C0] <http://www.mcls.org/>

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 02 Sep '21

02 Sep '21

LM Webinars Ready to Read Michigan Presents: A Joyous Way to Learn! With Jim Gill<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> Thursday, October 7, 2021 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET Music Play to promote readiness, literacy, math development, and inclusion. This lively session incorporates Jim Gill's<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jimgi…> most recent songs as well as in-depth discussion connecting music play with school readiness, literacy development and early math development. Librarians leave the session inspired to share a new repertoire of songs and playful literacy activities with the children they care for. Even more, they will leave the session understanding that what is most challenging about working in early childhood is also what makes the profession so exciting. When we define our teaching as helping children learn, we not only provide joyous challenges for the children. We also keep ourselves engaged and rejuvenated by watching their excitement as they learn. This workshop will connect with the 5 practices of Ready to Read Michigan. Jim Gill<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jimgi…> is a musician and author with unique credentials among children's artists. Jim is a child development specialist, having completed his graduate studies in child development at the Erikson Institute of Chicago with a special emphasis on the study of play. For this reason, each of Jim's recordings and books is created as an opportunity for playful interactions between a child and a caring adult. Jim speaks to early childhood educators, care providers and children's librarians across the country about the many benefits of play in young children's lives. Jim has shared his expertise on music, play and literacy with organizations such as Head Start, the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the National Association for Family Child Care and, most recently, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Cost: Free. Register: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> The webinar link will be emailed to registrants the day before the webinar begins. Ready to Read Michigan Presents: Storytimes for Everyone! A 3 Session Series with Pamela Martin-Diaz<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> Training I Tuesday, November 9, 2021 1:00 PM-3:00 PM ET Training II Tuesday, November 16, 2021 1:00 PM-3:00 PM ET Training III Tuesday November 23, 2021 1:00 PM-3:00 PM ET Early literacy is the base upon which a child who reads with understanding is built. The goal of this 3-part workshop is to teach storytime staff how to explain, model and encourage caregivers to help their children develop the early literacy skills needed to learn how to read. Participants will become familiar with seminal research on early literacy, how to explain its importance to caregivers while presenting fun, interactive storytimes. This will also cover the 5 practices of Every Child Ready to Read, the basis of Ready to Read Michigan. Pamela Martin-Diaz<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alast…> served as branch manager of the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne, IN, and is now an independent Early Literacy Consultant. Pamela has presented workshops and seminars on early literacy across the country, as well as presented numerous local training sessions for Head Start and to her early childhood providers. Cost: Free. Register: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> The webinar link will be emailed to registrants the day before the webinar begins. Whether you are new to youth services or have been in the field for some time, these virtual RTRM workshops will equip & energize you for early literacy storytimes! For more information on Ready to Read Michigan, including access to resources such as bookmark templates, posters, storytime flyers and more, go to www.ReadytoReadMi.org<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.readyt…>. This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Actively Anti-Racist Library Service to Leisure Readers with Becky Spratford<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> - PCI Webinar Wednesday, September 8, 2021 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET Increasing the collection and circulation of titles written by underrepresented authors is not a trend, rather, providing robust readers' advisory service that values equity, diversity and inclusion principles is essential to all library service. We will move your team from merely discussing "why" putting EDI concerns at the forefront of all of your work with leisure readers is important to the "how," including an honest look at action steps for all staff. Neurodiversity: A Primer for Libraries with Carrie Rogers Whitehead<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> - PCI Webinar Wednesday, September 22, 2021 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET Neurodiversity is a contract to medical and pathology models of neurological differences in the brain. It's a more nuanced perspective of what exactly is "normal" or "appropriate" in people. This webinar will explain the basics of neurodiversity, the growing movement, and how librarians can better create programs and advocate for people who are neurodiverse. PCI Webinars are recorded and available to members of the Michigan library community in the Library of Michigan's Niche Staff Skills Academy<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills> about a week after they air. New webinars will be in the New category for several weeks. You do not need to register for a webinar in order to view it later in the Staff Skills Academy. A full list of webinars offered by the Library of Michigan are available on LM's CE Registration Site<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…>. LM Archived Webinars can also be found at: https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89737-301245-…<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…>. Additional Resources One-to-One Correspondence - An Essential Skill to Engage Children in the Path to Early Math<https://home.edweb.net/webinar/bookchats20210909/> Thursday, September 9, 2021 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT Whether you are a teacher looking for ways to strengthen the math learning in your early childhood classroom, an educator in a community of practice who wants to learn more about teaching math in developmentally appropriate ways, or a teacher-educator who wants to offer students an easy-to-use reference and guide for helping young children develop their math competencies and skills, this edWebinar will help you make math learning a fun and worthwhile activity in your setting. Early math development is one of the most consistent predictors of later academic performance. According to international research, there is an overwhelming need to focus on appropriate early math development. Most early childhood educators have received very little formal training in math for the early years. The goal of this presentation is to help bridge this gap and to spark interest in developing little mathematicians. This edWebinar will be of interest to preK-1 teachers, librarians, and school and district leaders. There will be time for questions at the end of the presentation. Presented by Ingrid Crowther, Ed.D., Author, Executive Director, ICC Lifelong Learn Inc. Making Space for Preschool Makerspaces<https://home.edweb.net/webinar/bookchats20211006/> Wednesday, October 6, 2021 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT The goal of this edWebinar is to spark interest in developing makerspaces in the preschool classroom. Authors Robin Marx-Mackerley, MS and Cathryn Peshlakai, M.Ed. will: * Define what a makerspace is and how it is different from other makerspaces * Explain the various types of makerspaces for different settings * Present the benefits of a makerspace and briefly describe the phases of a maker * Describe what resources are available in their book, Making Space for Preschool Makerspaces We hope by attending this edWebinar, participants will be energized and motivated to create makerspaces in preschool classrooms. The authors seek to expand the maker community and build maker champions. This edWebinar will be of interest to preschool teachers, librarians, and school leaders. There will be time for questions at the end of the presentation. Presented by Robin Marx-Mackerley, MS, Early Childhood Instructor, University of Nevada, Reno Extension; and Cathryn Peshlakai, M.Ed., Program Officer, University of Nevada, Reno Extension. Moderated by Jennifer Lewis, President, Gryphon House, Inc. >From Collection to Action: A One-Day 'Read Woke' Mini Course with Cicely Lewis<https://www.libraryjournal.com/?event=read-woke-mini-course> Tuesday, Nov. 9, 10:00AM - 1:30PM ET SLJ's School Librarian of the Year (2020) Cicely Lewis founded Read Woke, a movement and call to action to give voice to the disenfranchised in education and literacy. Read Woke Books seek to challenge social norms, give voice to the silenced, provide information about groups that have been disenfranchised, disrupt the status quo, and share perspectives from underrepresented or oppressed groups. In this one-day mini-course, Cicely and her colleagues will show you how to bring diverse voices to your library collection and programming. You'll learn how other librarians have implemented Read Woke Books at their library and how you can do the same. $85 registration<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/from-collection-to-action-read-woke-mini-cours…>. Don't forget the LM CE Stipend can support your professional development needs: www.Mi.gov/CEstipend<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mi.gov…> The Well-Read Librarian & Educator Newsletter<https://www.sourcebooks.com/newsletters-librarians-educators.html?_bta_tid=…> Sign up to receive monthly updates from Sourcebooks: * Early access to interactive activities * Sneak peeks at our newest and upcoming titles * Event opportunities and author happenings * Exclusive giveaways and deals * Ideas for displays, book talks, and featured picks Survey from Kent University and University of North Carolina Greensboro Did you move your summer programs outdoors this year at your public library? Did you offer any self-directed programs that encouraged patrons to engage with nature? If so, we invite you to complete our short survey about this programming. Your responses will be used to demonstrate how libraries are continuing to innovate and serve their communities during the COVID pandemic. Results will be shared broadly within the library profession, and beyond. Survey link: https://kent.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aXiuwjsilSsu8HY<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fkent.qual…> Once you click on the link you will be taken to a consent form where you can choose whether or not to participate in the survey. The survey is anonymous and should take around 15-20 minutes of your time. If you choose to participate, you will be taken directly into the survey. If you have any questions about the study, please contact Katie Campana at kcampan2(a)kent.edu<mailto:kcampan2@kent.edu> or Noah Lenstra at njlenstr(a)uncg.edu<mailto:njlenstr@uncg.edu>. In the News... How to handle the infuriating 'here we go again' feeling as the delta variant rages<https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/anger-frustration-delta-v…> - The Washington Post, 8/23/21 Many Michigan students got lower M-STEP test scores during COVID, but not all students took the test<https://www.michiganradio.org/post/many-michigan-students-got-lower-m-step-…> - Michigan Radio, 8/31/21 Wishing you all a safe & fun Labor Day weekend! Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her/Hers - 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/> Join the MiYouth<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmail2.mcls…> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services.

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Register Now September Law Webinar
by Wartella, Becky (MDE) 02 Sep '21

02 Sep '21

September 17, 2021, 10:00am-11:30am ET-Employment Law Basics for Libraries One of the most challenging parts of a library director's job is personnel. Employment handbooks, ADA issues, COVID-19 & MiOSHA concerns, board roles, and, what exactly does "At Will" mean? This session will review 5 personnel scenarios common to libraries of all types and provide information and strategies for managing them in your workplace. After attending, participants will be able to: * Identify strategies for managing some common library personnel issues * Describe responsibilities of Michigan employers under MiOSHA standards * Define "At Will" and how it applies to public library employees For more information or to register, visit the event page<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> (https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…) Thank you, Becky Wartella Department Technician Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 Educators-before Labor Day, put your school on the map by taking the free online 'Introduction to SEL<https://michiganvirtual.org/course/social-emotional-learning-introduction-t…>' course. [A picture containing text Description automatically generated]

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Computer Help Request - New Computers Broke Amazon
by Ted Gregory 02 Sep '21

02 Sep '21

Hello, Recently the Mackinaw Area Public Library got some new computers (Dell Inspiron 7000s running Windows 10) in our office. Today we tried to make an Amazon order, and the box with the payment options didn't load with the rest of the page. Through experimentation, we discovered that this problem is 1) limited to the new computers (older models worked fine), and 2) not browser-based (the problem persisted between Edge and Firefox). We've fiddled with some settings, but nothing seems to have any effect. If anybody has an idea about how to fix this, we would be grateful. Thanks, -- Ted Gregory Mackinaw Area Public Library mackinaw1(a)gmail.com Find us online at http://www.mackinawareapl.michlibrary.org/ <http://mackinawareapubliclibrary.org/> and on Facebook! 528 W. Central Ave. P.O. Box 67 Mackinaw City, MI 49701-0067 phone: (231) 436-5451 fax: (231) 436-7344

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Librarian II Children's Coordinator Position
by Kevin Ayala 02 Sep '21

02 Sep '21

The Bay County Library System has an opening for a Children's Coordinator, please see the link below: <https://baycountylibrary.org/about/employment-information> https://baycountylibrary.org/about/employment-information Thanks. Jolene Faber Administrative Assistant Bay County Library System 500 Center Ave. Bay City, MI 48708 (989)894-2837 ext. 2225

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Survey request: Public libraries, Outdoor, Summer 2021
by Noah Lenstra 02 Sep '21

02 Sep '21

Did you move your summer programs outdoors this year at your public library? Did you offer any self-directed programs that encouraged patrons to engage with nature? If so, we invite you to complete our short survey about this programming. Your responses will be used to demonstrate how libraries are continuing to innovate and serve their communities during the COVID pandemic. Results will be shared broadly within the library profession, and beyond. Click the link below to learn more about the study and to give your consent to complete the survey. Survey link: https://kent.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aXiuwjsilSsu8HY Once you click on the link you will be taken to a consent form where you can choose whether or not to participate in the survey. The survey is anonymous and should take around 15-20 minutes of your time. If you choose to participate, you will be taken directly into the survey. If you have any questions about the study, please contact Katie Campana at kcampan2(a)kent.edu or Noah Lenstra at njlenstr(a)uncg.edu. 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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