January 2022 - Michlib-l

Family Place Library
by Carolyn Sherrill 24 Jan '22

24 Jan '22

Hello, Have you participated in the Family Place Library initiative and would be willing to share your experience with me? Do you feel your library service to children was improved by completing the training? Do you feel you can receive proper training through a virtual experience? Pros and cons and other relevant information would be so appreciated. Thank you, Carolyn Carolyn Sherrill Public Services Librarian Youth Services Department Sterling Heights Public Library Sterling Heights, MI 48313 586-446-2665

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Understanding job satisfaction of library workers during COVID-19
by White, Shannon (MDE) 24 Jan '22

24 Jan '22

Survey closes January 31, 2022. The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted and challenged not only our assumptions about work but our experience of it. This survey was designed as part of a research project to explore and understand job satisfaction among public library workers during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic - March 2020 to September 2021. The results of this survey will help us better understand the range of challenges public library workers faced during this time. The results of the survey will be shared through at least one research article. The survey is anonymous and should take 15-20 minutes to complete. We ask that interested participates review the additional information in the survey as well as the consent form. Questions, concerns or complaints about this project or benefits or risks associated with being in this study can be answered by Dr. Noah Lenstra (njlenstr(a)uncg.edu) or Dr. Fatih Oguz (f_oguz(a)uncg.edu) If you have any concerns about your rights, how you are being treated in this study, or if you have questions, want more information, or have suggestions, please contact the Director of the Office of Research Integrity at UNCG at (885) 251-2351. Survey link: https://go.uncg.edu/libraryworkers Posting for: Dr. Noah Lenstra njlentr(a)uncg.edu Dr. Fatih Oguz f_oguz(a)uncg.edu University of North Carolina Greensboro Please share with your alumni and public library networks! Thank you! ------------------------------------------- Shannon White 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> Call me on Teams<callto:whites29@michigan.gov>

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Leanna Hicks Public Library of Inkster closing at 4PM today
by Betty Adams 24 Jan '22

24 Jan '22

We will be closing at 4PM today due to inclement weather conditions. Stay safe and warm everyone, Betty -- -Betty Adams Library Director Leanna Hicks Public Library of Inkster, MI badams(a)inksterlibrary.org Adult Services Committee Chair The Library Network Main Coordinator Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Detroit teamdolly(a)wayne.edu Leanna Hicks Public Library of Inkster 2500 Hamlin Drive Inkster, MI 48141 (313) 563-2822 inkster.lib.mi.us *Your place to learn, huddle, play, and lead. *

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Lincoln Park Public Library Closure
by Penny Kulik 24 Jan '22

24 Jan '22

The Lincoln Park Public Library is closing at 5pm today, January 24th, 2022 due to inclement weather.

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Shifting Landscapes: Teaching uncomfortable truths in the classroom
by Thomas Trahey 24 Jan '22

24 Jan '22

Tonight's Shifting Landscapes program will feature history teachers from Ludington's High School and Middle School. Amber Nasson and Todd Schipper will share their techniques for teaching about sensitive topics in the classroom. People naturally shy away from talking about uncomfortable subjects. But talking about the tough stuff makes children feel safer. These topics are vital to deepen students’ understanding of our world. Children deserve to learn about difficult subjects from knowledgeable, compassionate adults who will keep them safe. This is a live/virtual hybrid meeting and will begin at 7pm tonight on Zoom and at LACA in downtown Ludington. Join on Zoom at mcdl.pub/sl-zoom. Tonight's program will conclude the third topic in the Shifting Landscapes program. Upcoming topics include Race/Racism (Feb 7, 14, 21), Truth in Politics (Mar 7, 14, 21), and Economics (Apr 4, 11, 18). View previous presentations on The 1619 Project and Critical Race Theory at mcdl.pub/CRT and mcdl.pub/1619. Keep updated on more Shifting Landscapes programs and be notified when recordings are available by registering at mcdl.pub/sl-register. More information can be found at mcdl.pub/SL or by emailing ttrahey(a)mcdlibrary.org. -- Thomas Trahey Mason County District Library Head of Circulation 231-843-8465

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Request for Proposal and Hourly rate
by White Pine District Library 24 Jan '22

24 Jan '22

Would anyone feel comfortable sharing their version of a Request for Proposal. please? Also, I was wondering for those directors being paid hourly. I wanted to see what rates are being offered currently. Thank you. Patty at White Pine District Library

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ALA Youth Media Awards announced
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 24 Jan '22

24 Jan '22

Congratulations to all the Youth Media Award Winners! Find the complete listing of the winners here: https://ala.unikron.com/. Additional information will be listed at ala.org later today. 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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State Award for Jessica Bostian
by Tracy Aldrich 22 Jan '22

22 Jan '22

I am very pleased to announce the Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library's Technical Services Librarian, Jessica Bostian, will be receiving a Tribute award from the State of Michigan legislators, which recognizes citizens for outstanding actions performed in support of fellow citizens. Jessica was recommended for this award by the Board of Directors of Lapeer County Community Mental Health, for her help in creating an art exhibit hosted at the library, showcasing the work of Community Mental Health clients. Please join me in congratulating Jessica on this honor! Tracy Aldrich, Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library Director -- Tracy Aldrich, Director Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library 211 N. Almont Ave. Imlay City, MI 48444 taldrich(a)ruthhughes.org 810-724-8043 <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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Don't miss this opportunity for MeLCat Cataloging!
by Gwen Haviland 21 Jan '22

21 Jan '22

There is still time to register for this workshop for staff of MeLCat libraries! MeLCat Cataloging<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/619553717161ca44b0f6367f> 3-day class, February 1-3, 2pm - 4pm Eastern (1pm - 3pm Central) For this and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here https://store.mcls.org To learn about our Soft Skills and Cataloging Certificate Programs click here https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/ ************************************* Gwen Haviland, Training Department Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 (800) 530-9019 ext 404 training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org>

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Pickle Island
by Shauna Quick 21 Jan '22

21 Jan '22

Hi! I hope my subject line caught your attention. :D I have a patron who is looking for a book from her Grandma's childhood (1930-1950?). She thinks it was called, "The Mystery Of Pickle Island". Sadly, we don't have more information either. Perhaps you have seen or heard of a similar title on pure happenstance? Any help is much appreciated! Thanks! *Shauna Quick* Implementation Manager, MLIS Brandon Township Public Library 304 South St. Ortonville, MI 48642 (248)627-1472 squick(a)brandonlibrary.org *ENGAGE **•** EDUCATE **•** ENRICH **•** EMPOWER* No Reservation Recommendations: your source for colleague-approved vendors! https://nrr.ninja/

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