July 2022 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Reminder -- MIX 2022 at WMU, July 29, 9a-4p
by Amanda Nichols Hess 06 Jul '22

06 Jul '22

After a four-year hiatus (thanks, COVID), the *Michigan Instruction Exchange, MIX* <https://miala.org/mix_conference_2022.php>, is back! A low-cost, informal conference for library instructors across Michigan, MIX is an opportunity for academic, public, special, and school librarians to gather and discuss instruction strategies, issues, and ideas. *Our theme/question for this year is how can we increase diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in library instruction? * We encourage librarians from all disciplines to attend. Please spread the word to any librarians interested in instruction (and let us know if you have any suggestions on how to get the word out). - *Date: *Friday, July 29, 2022 - *Time: *9am-4pm (optional tour of Zhang Legacy Collections Center <https://wmich.edu/library/visit/zhang> from 4-5pm) - *Location:* Swain Education Library <https://wmich.edu/library/visit/swain> (Sangren Hall, 2nd floor) at Western Michigan University, in Kalamazoo, MI - *Cost:* $15 (including lunch and snack) -- *thank you to MiALA <https://www.miala.org> for sponsoring this event and keeping the registration cost low!* *Registration <https://www.memberleap.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?orgcode=MALA&evid=3062…> *is open (and limited to 80 attendees) -- sign up today! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Dianna Sachs at dianna.sachs(a)wmich.edu or to me directly. Hope you can make it! Amanda Nichols Hess, on behalf of the MIX committee *MIX 2022 Planning Committee:Dianna Sachs, Western Michigan UniversityKelly Frost, Kalamazoo CollegeAmy Fyn, Eastern Michigan UniversityAmanda Nichols Hess, Oakland University Kim Ranger, Grand Valley State UniversityAlexis Smith, Western Michigan University*

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2022 State Librarian Excellence Award
by White, Shannon (MDE) 06 Jul '22

06 Jul '22

STATE LIBRARIAN'S EXCELLENCE AWARD The application info and link to the online application may be found at: www.Michigan.gov/MiStateLibrarian<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…> APPLICATION INFORMATION The Library of Michigan Foundation's State Librarian's Excellence Award<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.libra…> will be awarded to a library of any type (public, academic, school, special, tribal, etc.), including branch libraries, that exemplifies excellence in customer service. One (1) library in the state of Michigan will receive this prestigious award each year. The recipient library will receive a $3,000 cash prize and a trophy for display in its public area. Two Library of Michigan Foundation Citations of Excellence will be presented and the recipient libraries will each receive $1,000 and a small trophy for display. DEADLINE The absolute deadline for nominations is Friday, August 12, 2022. There will be no extensions. Submissions will be accepted online only. EVALUATION FACTORS Include demonstrating that your library provides superior service to its customers and community through library programs and staff interactions with customers and the service community. NOMINATION SUBMISSION Library directors, trustees, library users, administrators, or parent agency representatives may make nominations. *Note: Nominations entered should be for the library, not for the library director. Nominations may be submitted via the online application, linked below. You will need to create a username and password to access and complete the application. If you have previously created an account when applying for a grant from the Library of Michigan, you may use that same username and password. SUBMIT AN APPLICATION https://www.GrantRequest.com/SID_5829?SA=SNA&FID=35054<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.grant…> RETURN TO A SAVED OR SUBMITTED APPLICATION https://www.grantrequest.com/SID_5829?SA=AM<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.grant…> Nominations must be supported by at least three letters of recommendation from the Library's constituency (patrons/customers, members of governing bodies, community organizations or groups, others you feel are relevant). Selection panel representatives include the State Librarian, the director of the SLEA-winning library from the previous year, and representatives from the Library of Michigan, an academic library, a public library, a school library, and a special library. The award recipients will be recognized by the State Librarian at the Michigan Library Association Annual Conference<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.milib…> in October. CONTACT PERSON Lori Poznanski-Mason, Administrative Assistant to the State Librarian Library of Michigan Email: Poznanskil(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:Poznanskil@Michigan.gov> Phone: 517-335-1518 *************************************************************************

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New MAP Partner Destination: Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge
by Jim Flury 06 Jul '22

06 Jul '22

Good Afternoon, I am pleased to present our newest Michigan Activity Pass partner destination, Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge [ https://www.fws.gov/refuge/detroit-river | https://www.fws.gov/refuge/detroit-river ] Thank you to Erin @ Trenton Veterans Memorial Library for the lead and for providing the name and email address of a contact at DRIWR. Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Fax 248-536-3098 Note New Email Address:jflury@tln.org

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Detroit Zoo summer coupon for library patrons!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 06 Jul '22

06 Jul '22

The Library of Michigan is excited to announce, in collaboration with the Detroit Zoo, a summer reading prize opportunity for your clubs! The Detroit Zoo is providing your summer library participants a special MI Library BOGO<https://tickets.detroitzoo.org/affiliate?vid=0&vs=1>: Purchase one general admission ticket and receive a second general admission ticket redeemable for one child ages 2-18 years of age FREE! The Zoo is also providing the adult ticket at a discount price and a parking voucher. Patrons can redeem their bogo at https://bit.ly/LibraryZoo. I've also created a "coupon" for you to print & award to your program participants, and a QR code, all of which you can find here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Nyy1skmSaHYrKNHI5J0cbPcEgCaivvdt?us…. Please use the Detroit Zoo's Michigan Library Bogo as an incentive for participation in your summer programs. This is not for general shares to the public (nor for non-library participants). This offer is good through December 31, 2022, so families that live far away have the opportunity to plan and travel, should they choose to! A big THANK YOU to the Detroit Zoo for providing this opportunity for our families to continue to explore #OceansOfPossibilities and for encouraging reading this summer. [cid:image001.png@01D875A0.671A1790] 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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Upcoming Event at BPL- Man's Best Friend: Dogs in the Ancient World
by Mick Howey 06 Jul '22

06 Jul '22

Hello Michlib-l, Please join us at 3:00 PM on Saturday, July 9, 2022 for the Man’s Best Friend: Dogs in the Ancient World event. Dogs were the first animal humans domesticated, and have held a special place in our societies ever since. Acting as guards, guides to the underworld, companions and hunters, they have played many parts throughout history. Join archaeologist Ellen Green in her return to BPL for an exploration of what roles dogs had in the ancient world and how our canine friends have been there for us for 29,000 years. Ellen Green is a PhD researcher at the University of Reading in England, specializing in human remains. Prior to her return to academia she was a field archaeologist in London for 5 years, and she has worked on sites from every period in the city's history. She developed a love of archaeology through many visits to Roman ruins and castles in the UK over many vacations, which inspired a fascination with the past. She is also a big fan of Indiana Jones. Tap https://tinyurl.com/mpab6f5d to register. This is a virtual event. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Hope to see you there! Mick Howey, MLIS Adult Services Librarian Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 554-4649

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Your invitation to July Vote Smart virtual sessions
by Michigan Secretary of State 06 Jul '22

06 Jul '22

Become an active bystander in defense of Michigan's Democracy! Vote Smart Logo A weekly virtual series hosted by the Michigan Department of State and Michigan Bureau of Elections Vote Smart Become an active bystander in defense of Michigan's Democracy! You're invited to join a new weekly, virtual series to help equip Michigan voters with fact-based elections information and tips on how every voter can become an active bystander in support Michigan’s democracy and elections. Weekly sessions will begin July 8th and will be held through November and feature department staff and experts discussing a range of election topics including helpful voter how-tos, a deep-dive into how Michigan elections are run, and tips for how voters and partners can help prepare their communities for election season. Seats to the live sessions are limited. Reserve your spot now! Select the links below to sign-up to attend, or to submit a question for our hosts to answer live on the call. A replay recording will be available after the call. July Vote Smart Sessions - A Voter Registration Crash Course - Absentee Voting Crash Course - Voting at Your Polling Place - What Happens After Polls Close on August 2? > Sign-up to attend or submit a question [ https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W75T22C ] > View a schedule of upcoming sessions and topics [ https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W75T22C ] > Subscribe to receive updates [ https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W75T22C ] Questions? Contact us at DemocracyMVP(a)Michigan.gov Michigan Department of State 430 W. Allegan St., Lansing MI 48918 www.Michigan.gov/sos [ http://www.Michigan.gov/sos ] Manage Subscriptions [ https://service.govdelivery.com/accounts/MISOS/subscribers/new?preferences=… ] | Unsubscribe All [ https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MISOS/subscriber/one_click_unsubscr… ] | Help [ https://subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com/ ] STAY CONNECTED: Visit us on Facebook [ https://www.facebook.com/MichiganSoS ] Visit us on Twitter [ https://twitter.com/michsos ] Visit us on YouTube [ https://www.youtube.com/michsosoffice ] Sign up for email updates [ https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MISOS/subscriber/new ] ________________________________________________________________________ This email was sent to michlib-l(a)lists.mcls.org using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Michigan Secretary of State · 430 W. Allegan Street · Lansing, MI 48918 · 1-888-767-6424

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Allegan District Library is Hiring: Adult Programming and Marketing Coordinator
by Devin Erlandson 06 Jul '22

06 Jul '22

Good morning, Please excuse the repost. We are still accepting applications from qualified candidates. Allegan District Library is hiring an Adult Programming and Marketing Coordinator. This is a brand-new position for our library. The Adult Programming and Marketing Coordinator plans, organizes, and conducts library programming for adults from age 18+. Plans, organizes, and conducts outreach activities for community members of all ages, working closely with the Youth Services Librarian for youth outreach. Works with the Library Director and Assistant Director to lead the library’s marketing, outreach, and promotional efforts. This position is full-time, benefited (health insurance, generous paid time off, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, an HRA plan for vision and dental, and retirement). This position is hourly, non-exempt, starting at $17/hour. The ideal candidate will have a relevant Bachelor's degree, two years of experience in adult services, working with adults of various ages, and demonstrated experience in marketing and outreach. Information on how to apply and the full job description can be found here: https://www.alleganlibrary.org/news_detail_T8_R71.php Candidates who apply by July 15 will be given first consideration. -- Devin Erlandson (she/her) Assistant Director Allegan District Library 269-673-4625 alleganlibrary.org A lifetime of learning, growth, and connection.

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Ancestry Library Edition versus MyHeritage
by Mary Harrison 06 Jul '22

06 Jul '22

Good Morning MichLibL, Our library is considering dropping Ancestry Library edition due to the high cost and sliding usage numbers-the average cost per search in June for our library was $8.06! Our patrons apparently got used to using it at home in the last couple of years. We had respectable numbers before the pandemic, but not so much anymore. Does MyHeritage serve your patrons' genealogy needs? We like the fact that it's free to us through Mel eLibrary. We would be grateful for any feedback you can provide about either Ancestry or MyHeritage. Mary Jean Harrison Director Coloma Public Library 151 W. Center Street PO Box 430 Coloma Michigan 49083 269-468-3431 <http://www.colomapubliclibrary.net/> www.colomapubliclibrary.net The most important asset of any library goes home at night - the library staff. Timothy Healy

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Mid-Michigan Library League Director
by Debra Greenacre 05 Jul '22

05 Jul '22

Happy Tuesday! *DIRECTOR - MID-MICHIGAN LIBRARY LEAGUE* <https://www.mmll.org/site-assets/files/seville-township-library-job-post.do…> The Mid-Michigan Library League (MMLL) is seeking qualified applicants interested in serving as full time Director. The cooperative membership includes 36 public libraries in 15 counties of Michigan’s lower peninsula (ranging from small, rural libraries to class 5). Working with an annual budget of $322,000, and in accordance with the policies set by the Cooperative Board, the MMLL is looking for a dedicated Director who can take us into the next generation of library service. Further information about MMLL (including our Plan of Service, Board Policies and Budget) can be found on our website (*https://www.mmll.org/* <https://www.mmll.org/>). A full job description can be found here: *MMLL Director Job Description* <https://www.mmll.org/mmll-job-description-6-14-22.pdf> *Requirements* - Possess excellent oral and written communication skills - Able to maintain confidentiality when advising and consulting with libraries - Knowledge of technology, especially as it relates to libraries - Demonstrated understanding in preparing and managing a budget - Dynamic speaker - Demonstrated management and leadership skills - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with the Cooperative Board, staff, staff of member libraries, legislators, vendors, outside agencies and the public - Experience acquiring additional sources of funding - Ability to work alongside member libraries in the planning, development, and implementation of long-range goals and objectives - Position requires travel to member libraries and throughout other areas of Michigan *Responsibilities* - Reports to the Board concerning the work of the cooperative, its needs and progress - Prepares and administers the budget as approved by the Board - Ensures that professional development and continuing learning opportunities are offered to staff and the membership - Direction of the programs and services provided by the Cooperative - Submits recommendations concerning policies and services to the Cooperative Board and implements policy decisions - Provides supervision of Cooperative staff - Manages the Cooperative’s business office - Advocates for libraries at the local and state level *Qualifications* - Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited school - Level 1 Permanent Professional Certificate or eligibility for it at the time of appointment - Minimum of 4 years of Supervisory experience - Minimum of 2 years Administration experience - Advanced Director Training *Compensation* The range for this full-time salaried position has been set by the Board at $70,000-$80,000 plus benefits and is based upon experience and qualifications. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume electronically to Debra Greenacre at dgreenacre(a)manisteelibrary.org. The deadline for submission is Friday, July 22 at 5:00 PM. We are hoping to fill this position by October 1. In-person interviews will be held August 18 with top candidates who will be contacted by the Board. The Mid-Michigan Library League is an equal opportunity employer. Have a wonderful week! Debra Greenacre Executive Director Manistee County Library 231-723-2519 www.manisteelibrary.org

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CSLP Newsletter: June 2022
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 05 Jul '22

05 Jul '22

View this email in your browser<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fus13.camp…> [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/ed31fdf7-bdb…] [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/d8ee8449-4e6f-9e…] Looking for more ideas? Looking for a supportive community focused on summer programming? Join the CSLP facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cslp.planning/about/<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/d592fb8f-ec3f-d6…] Shirts to Quilts! Angela Edwards of the Wasatch County Library, UT, had sixteen years of CSLP t-shirts, and since they had served their purpose, she turned them into quilts! [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/cf04fd72-7f52-d4…] The quilts were made to fit a twin bed, and they were donated to the Utah Library Association to use in their silent auction at their Annual Conference this year. [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/_compresseds/27acf572-2…] The bidding started on Wednesday afternoon and concluded on Thursday evening. Both quilts brought in more money than they were valued at. One of the winning bidders said that she was so excited because the quilt she won included themes she had participated in as a Youth Services Librarian. The funds from the auction went to a scholarship account to help fund opportunities for library staff to attend further trainings or conferences. Beautiful! What "Possibilities" are you exploring this summer? Please send your photos, ideas, and any informative details to Luke Kralik at: luke.kralik(a)cslpreads.org<mailto:luke.kralik@cslpreads.org> I would love to share them in our newsletter. Looking for some ideas for 2022 to use or share? https://www.pinterest.com/cslpreads/<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pinte…> WorldOceanDay.org is a resource for you all summer long! WorldOceanDay.org<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fworldocea…> enthusiastically partners with CSLP and the 2022 Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading program to publicize your activities to more community members - all summer long! Use this submission form<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fworldocea…> and the sample event description resource,<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fworldocea…> specifically created for Oceans of Possibilities program participants, to help you easily submit your activities! Submit all of your remaining activities individually to increase publicity, easily post recurring weekly events with just one submission, or post your full calendar of activities and link to your events calendar. HIGHLIGHTS from World Ocean Day, 8 June, and throughout National Ocean Month: Our blue planet needs protecting 365 days of the year, and June is a special time to celebrate and take action! Libraries on the coast and far inland celebrated by educating community members about the importance of our ocean and all our waterways. Check out some of the events held by our member libraries: * World Ocean Day at Portsmouth Public Library (VA)<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fworldocea…> * Summer Reading 2022 at Coffee County Manchester Public Library (TN)<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fworldocea…> * Grand Ledge Area District Library Picnic Playdate: A Summer Family Storytime (MI)<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fworldocea…> * Ethel L. Whipple Memorial Library's StoryWalk Launch! (TX)<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fworldocea…> * Wednesday Workshop: Caring for Our Oceans at Lafayette Public Library (IN)<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fworldocea…> * Look, I'm a Scientist: Make a Wave with Orange County Libraries (FL)<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fworldocea…> [cid:image001.png@01D8906D.359175F0] Looking for additional resources for your remaining Oceans Of Possibilities activities? Check out WorldOceanDay.org to find: * The "Fun and Educational Materials for kids<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fworldocea…>" blog post * Animal posters<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fworldocea…> to hang up at your library * "30x30" resources<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fworldocea…> to help you include an ocean-protection action into your activities * Ocean-themed GIFs and graphics<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fworldocea…> to use on social media Since launching global coordination of World Ocean Day<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.worldo…> 20 years ago, The Ocean Project<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftheoceanp…> has been working in partnership with aquariums, zoos, museums, youth leaders, and others in a growing global network - including libraries across the country! Learn more here<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftheoceanp…>. >From everyone at WorldOceanDay.org "THANK YOU!" for your efforts this summer to protect our blue planet. If you have any additional questions or suggestions please reach out to Samantha Gibb, World Ocean Day Manager: sgibb(a)worldoceanday.org<mailto:sgibb@worldoceanday.org> [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/c924e6fa-9325-89…] What is on the horizon for CSLP? 2023: Theme/Kindness and Friendship; Slogan/"All Together Now"; Artist/Frank Morrison 2024: Theme/Adventure; Slogan/"Adventure Begins at Your Library"; Artist/Juana Martinez-Neal 2025: Theme/Art; Slogan/TBD; Artist/Brian Floca Was this forwarded to you? 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