November 2023 - Michlib-l

Job Opportunity
by Lawrence Marble 05 Nov '23

05 Nov '23

Position: Youth Services Assistant (Part-time) Reports to: Youth Services Coordinator Hourly: $15.75 per hour Benefits: Prorated personal time and holidays. 457-plan after 1st year. Hours: 24-28 hours per week, including days/evenings and weekends The AHPL seeks an enthusiastic candidate with experience working with young children to join our Youth Services team. Qualifications: · High School Diploma or GED. Associate degree and higher desired. · Experience working in a public library desired. · Experience working with outreach to schools desired. · Strong organizational and time management skills, and the ability to work independently. · Proficiency with emerging technology. · Ability to maintain effective relationships with staff, and work in a team environment. · Excellent verbal and written communication skills. · Successfully pass a background check & pre-employment screening Primary Job Duties: · Emphasis on service, with strong ability to communicate effectively. · Assist library users at the Youth Services Desk. · Develops and implements creative programs and services for youth · Shares the responsibility for displays and bulletin boards in the youth area. · May attend relevant workshops and meetings. · Perform other duties as assigned by the Youth Services Coordinator Physical Demands: Must be able to sit, bend, and/or walk for extended periods of time. Must be able to reach, and carry books or boxes of books, push book carts, use the telephone, lift, push, pull objects weighing up to 40 pounds. Submit application to Candie Carnahan-Youth Services Coordinator carnahanc(a)ahplibrary.org<mailto:looke@ahplibrary.org> https://www.ahplibrary.org/about/employment/ Deadline: Friday, November 17th by 5 p.m. [Logo]<https://www.ahplibrary.org/> Lawrence Marble Director phone: (248) 370-8125 email: marblel(a)ahplibrary.org 3400 East Seyburn Drive Auburn Hills, MI 48326 [Facebook icon]<https://www.facebook.com/AHPLibrary/> [Twitter icon] <https://twitter.com/AHPLibrary> [Instagram icon] <https://www.instagram.com/ahplibrary/>

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Cookbook Club Feedback
by Anna Merritt 04 Nov '23

04 Nov '23

Hello All, Thanks to those who replied with their feedback regarding a library Cookbook Club. I've compiled the feedback into a PDF and attached it in case anyone else is interested. Anna Merritt (she/her) Assistant Director / Interloan Specialist Richland Community Library 8951 Park Street Richland, MI 49083 (269) 629-9085 ZV283 https://www.richlandlibrary.org/ -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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Mobile Hotspot Canva file in Story format
by Katie Rothley 04 Nov '23

04 Nov '23

Hey all, Happy Saturday. Just wanted to share a Canva Facebook/Instagram story-sized graphic <https://www.canva.com/design/DAFzOa6_dFg/f99ZoBBC41No0BOEA2-2Lw/edit?utm_co…> I made for my library to promote mobile hotspots. Feel welcome to use it but make a copy first to edit for your library if you'd like so other libraries can get the template too but without your edits. I removed our logo and phone number from it but it does mention "Northville" in the smaller type about requirements. If you've never scheduled a story before, I'm happy to tell you how to do it. Just let me know! And if you didn't know, and you have the right kind of Canva account, you can also make this into a gif if you add an animated element to it. I'm sharing this on TLN and Michlib-L, but if any other cooperative wants to pass it along to your listservs, feel free! I'm happy to share anything to help out. Have a great weekend, Katie -- Katie Rothley, MLIS Marketing & Public Relations Librarian Northville District Library 212 West Cady Street Northville, MI 48167 (248) 349-3020 <callto:(248)+349-3020> ext. 221 https://northvillelibrary.org My working day may not be your working day. Please do not feel obligated to reply to this email outside of your normal working hours.

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Upcoming workshops from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 03 Nov '23

03 Nov '23

There is still time to register for these upcoming workshops! Assigning Library of Congress Subject Headings<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/646e8e6c27812a7fa432a875> 3-day class, November 14-15, 2023, 10am-12pm Eastern (9-11am Central), and November 16, 2023, 11am-1pm Eastern (10am-noon Central) Qualifies for 6 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! Child's Play: Cataloging Children's Materials<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/646e8f0e27812a7fa432cf4b> 1-day class, November 14, 2-4pm Eastern (1-3pm Central) Qualifies for 2 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! The MeLCat Overdue Process<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/646e8f8327812a7fa432e0d2> MeLCat Library Staff Only Please 1-day class, November 15, 2-3pm Eastern (1-2pm Central) For these and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here https://store.mcls.org To learn about our Essential Workplace Skills and Cataloging Certificate programs, click here https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/ ************************************* Gwen Haviland Membership & Training Coordinator/Project Specialist Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-220-9950 training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org>

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FW: ARSL Members Support Survey
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 03 Nov '23

03 Nov '23

In preparation for a convening around library services and resources for entrepreneurs, the Association for Rural & Small Libraries (ARSL) is collecting examples of small and rural library programs and partnerships that support local entrepreneurs and/or small businesses. Please fill out this survey<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe1XtyiM8j63M3PQmOFLP2yQrDt3WWw17k…> by end of day November 6, 2023. (It's short!) Thank you for all your time and support for ARSL. 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<http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/miyouth> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services.

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Infectious disease policy
by Ann Greene 03 Nov '23

03 Nov '23

Hi Everyone,I am planning to update my infectious disease policy. Currently there is nothing in the policy about paying staff in quarantine due to an infectious disease. If your policy does pay staff who are quarantined, would you be willing to send me a copy of your policy? Thank you!Ann GreeneDirectorEau Claire District LibraryEau Claire, Michigan 49111

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Rochester Hills Public Library Job Opening – Makerspace Assistant
by Allison Sartwell 03 Nov '23

03 Nov '23

The Rochester Hills Public Library (RHPL) is searching for the next member of its Makerspace team. RHPL has an opening for a Makerspace Assistant <https://rhpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Makerspace-assistant-posting-20…> . If teaching new technology and creative problem-solving is your passion and you want to work with a vibrant and innovative team, this is the position for you. The Makerspace Assistant helps patrons and assists in running programs in the Makerspace, using equipment and software for 3D printing, laser cutting and engraving, photo editing, sewing, cutting machines, and much more. The Rochester Hills Public Library is located in downtown Rochester, MI and is part of The Library Network and Metro Net Consortium, and we utilize the Polaris ILS as our computer system. RHPL is an anchor in the community with a strong commitment to outreach and innovation. The mission of the RHPL is to empower people to explore and create with resources that enlighten, educate, entertain, and inform. If you are passionate about providing exceptional library service in a future-focused library system, we want you to apply and join our team! Applications are due by Friday, December 1. -- Allison Sartwell (she/her) Head of Adult Services Rochester Hills Public Library allison.sartwell(a)rhpl.org (248) 650-7132

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book club sets up for grabs, round 2
by Jen Hassell 03 Nov '23

03 Nov '23

Hello Libraries, BPL is weeding our book club collection one more thorough time and would be happy to send these sets on to any interested library. This link has the list <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NH0Z7Ntl1GjKQWjTx1WeXSKgZ8ISKK3TEFk-Az8…> broken down by Fic, Non-Fic, graphic novels and books that include a movie (DVD). First reply gets the books (the whole set) and I will keep the list updated with what is currently available. Please email me the title(s) you'd like and your rides#. We'll get them out to you asap. Thanks! Jen Hassell Pronouns: she/her/hers Adult Services Librarian Baldwin Public Library 300 W. Merrill St. Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 554-4655 Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/5861909?utm_medi…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/5861909?utm_medi…> [image: Goodreads Logo] <https://www.goodreads.com/?utm_medium=gr_logo&utm_source=email_signature>Get your own email signature <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_instructions?utm_medium=gyo_…>

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Join us for an author visit: AARON FOLEY, BOYS COME FIRST
by Latonia Phillips 03 Nov '23

03 Nov '23

AUTHOR VISIT: AARON FOLEY, BOYS COME FIRST Bloomfield Township Public Library November 14, 2023, 7:00 - 8:00pm No registration required Journalist, author and native Detroiter Aaron Foley will talk about his debut novel, 'Boys Come First' along with his earlier works and upcoming projects. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with the author and engage in insightful conversations. Schuler Books West Bloomfield will be there with books for purchase. Latonia Phillips Adult Services Librarian Bloomfield Township Public Library - BTPL 1099 Lone Pine Road Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 248-642-5800 Mon-Tue: 1 - 9 PM Fri: 9 - 2 PM phillipl(a)btpl.org<mailto:phillipl@btpl.org> https://btpl.org/

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 03 Nov '23

03 Nov '23

Summer Library Program Planning CSLP's Virtual Summer Symposium - SAVE the DATE! Adventure Begins at Your Library! Thursday, December 7, 2023 11 am to 4:30 pm EST Registration Opens on November 10, 2022 The Collaborative Summer Library Program's Summer Symposium (FREE) is a half-day virtual offering for public library staff to connect, learn, and collaborate as we plan for summer library programming around the 2024 theme of Adventure Begins at your Library. Sessions will include: * Simplifying the Adventure of Summer Reading: Observations from a Seasoned Storyteller - Jenifer Strauss * 2024 Manual Highlights: Adventure Begins at Your Library! - Alyssa Graybeal and manual committee chairs. * Once Upon an Adventure: Practical Tips for Gathering Stories to Promote Your Library - Angela Hursh * Taking Adventure Outdoors: Programming and Partnerships facilitated by Amanda Raiche Not able to attend the virtual event live? Recordings will be available after the event. If you expect to only view the recorded sessions, you can sign-up at registration to have an email sent when the recordings are posted. The Collaborative Summer Library Program's Inclusion Committee<https://www.cslpreads.org/inclusion-resources/> is hosting a webinar for library staff with author Dr. Ruth Wilson called Naturally Inclusive (which is also the title of her 2022 book). Find out more about the book here: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/naturally-inclusive-engaging-chi…. This topic aligns very well with our upcoming 2024 Adventure Begins at Your Library theme, so join us to find out how to make your library's outdoor programming inclusive for all. The webinar will be on November 15, 2023 at 2pm ET/1pm CT/Noon MT/11am PT. It's free and open to all members. Please register here: https://tinyurl.com/rsbrx8us. A zoom link will be sent shortly before the event to all registrants, as well as the recording. The webinar will be closed captioned, and a transcript provided. CSLP Programming Manual Codes Public library directors were send an email from me on Tuesday, 10/10/23, that included the manual code for CSLP's 2024 "Adventure Begins at Your Library!"<https://www.cslpreads.org/2024-adventure-begins-at-your-library/> (Subject: "2024 CSLP Manual Code for summer library programming") If you are public library staff that needs access and has not seen their code passed along yet, or you're a director who didn't receive it, please complete this form with your official work email to be notified directly<https://forms.gle/79fQ69vMSAfLAH4RA>. I'll send them out weekly to any requests from public library staff. Reminder: the storefront<https://shop.cslpreads.org/> is also now open, and some items are going fast. Transforming Teen Services - Last chance to register! Monday, November 20, 2023 - at the Library of Michigan<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Join the growing LM cohort of Transforming Teen Services as we explore YALSA's core concepts of "Connected Learning" and "Computational Thinking," discuss how public libraries are already using it, and how to implement it in library communities. Discussion will center on the use of these practices to support equity in youth programming. Breakout sessions will further best practices regarding trending topics related to teen services. Participants are encouraged to bring examples of their work with teens and discussion questions! Registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> is limited, lunch will be provided. Resources Check out the People Connect Institute (PCI) webinars now available to the Michigan library community. The Library of Michigan provides access to the PCI live webinars for all Michigan library staff. What About Homeschoolers? Understanding and Programming for Homeschoolers and their Parents<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> November 29 at 2pm EST. PLA's Early Literacy Calendar<http://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTMwMDk2MyZwPTE…> is back-unlock a year of adventures full of reading, writing, singing, talking, playing, and counting! Share these engaging, reproducible calendars with the families who visit your library, and watch the magic of literacy come to life. Each month includes daily learning activities, curated book lists, nursery rhymes and song lyrics, and early literacy tips for parents and caregivers. Available in both English<http://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTMwMDk2MyZwPTE…> and Spanish<http://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTMwMDk2MyZwPTE…>, PLA members can save an additional 10% with the code: ELC24. Preparing for Program Challenges at your Public Library - ALA Public Programs Office Are you unsure how to handle a program challenge in your library? Do you worry about having the right policies and procedures in place? Two public library directors will share their personal experiences with intellectual freedom challenges of programs. Learn best practices and strategies for supporting staff, board, and community members through program challenges. Resources to assist in responding to challenges and crafting appropriate policies, procedures, and training will be provided. Recorded<https://youtu.be/QH5PXcVC4Jw?si=jlz0jG3dIDgeg-Rf> (5/31/2023); slides and toolkit can be found at: https://programminglibrarian.org/learn/preparing-program-challenges-your-pu… Books for All Books for All is a collaboration between the American Library Association (ALA), New York Public Library (NYPL), and Unite Against Book Bans. The purpose of this program is to bring readers across the country together to stand for the right to read freely. The Books for All program offers a yearlong Teen Banned Book Club, featuring free digital access to banned or challenged titles that is free and accessible to all (13+ years old). Four banned books will be featured in the book club between now and June 2024, and all may be downloaded from NYPL's SimplyE app, regardless of library card status. Books for All also features a Teen Writing Contest focusing on the question "Why is the freedom to read important to you?" and a free toolkit and other resources for readers, students, and educators nationwide. Learn more about Books for All and explore the toolkit: www.nypl.org/spotlight/books-for-all/nationwide<http://www.nypl.org/spotlight/books-for-all/nationwide>. FAFSA Toolkit Getting your students to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can have a high return on investment when it comes to post-secondary attainment in your building. To help Principals and other educators promote FAFSA completion, Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals (MASSP) has put together a toolkit of free resources<https://massp.com/fafsa_toolkit>. Use it, share it, and let's help Michigan students maximize their post-secondary opportunities! In the News... Home schooling's rise from fringe to fastest-growing form of education<https://wapo.st/49gzjPx> - The Washington Post, 10/31/23 The Science Of Reading Isn't Just 'Phonics,' But What Else Is It?<https://www.forbes.com/sites/nataliewexler/2023/10/10/the-science-of-readin…> - Forbes, 10/10/23 New ALA report: Gen Z & Millennials are visiting the library & prefer print books<https://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2023/11/new-ala-report-gen-z-millen…> - ALA News, 11/1/23 The First Children's Picture Book Might Be This One<https://blogs.loc.gov/loc/2023/11/the-first-childrens-picture-book-might-be…> - Library of Congress Blogs, 11/1/23 Save the Dates Registration will open soon for the following webinars from the Library of Michigan, supported in part by the Institute for Museum and Library Services: * Tuesday, January 23rd, 2-3:30pm ET - Join us LIVE for Little Books, Big Feelings with The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Art. (Limited registration only for those who can attend LIVE, this will not be recorded) * Thursday, February 1st, 2-3:00pm ET - Zoo Science Adventures! Join the Detroit Zoo as we discuss fun ideas for 2024's Adventures Begin at Your Library summer programs. (Will be recorded) * Thursday, February 22nd, 2-3:30pm ET - Summer Library Programming Round Table. Bring your ideas, materials, and plans to share with others across Michigan on all things Summer Library Programming for early childhood, school-age, and teens. (Will not be recorded, so join us LIVE!) * Thursday, March 14, 2-3:00pm ET - Adventures in Summer Marketing! Learn some tips and tricks to marketing your summer library programs, plus some special materials to use. (Will be recorded) These programs are supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. [A white and red poster with text Description automatically generated] [cid:image002.png@01DA0E41.A80C4350] 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<http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/miyouth> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services.

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