November 2023 - Michlib-l

Reminder: Apply now for the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries Grant
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 17 Nov '23

17 Nov '23

FYI for those working with school libraries – the grant is for collections support. This might be a nice collaboration. The application deadline is November 27th. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 / www.mi.gov/lsta<http://www.mi.gov/lsta> From: Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries <laurabushfoundation(a)bushcenter.org<mailto:laurabushfoundation@bushcenter.org>> Sent: Thursday, November 16, 2023 4:28 PM To: Rice, Michael (MDE) <RiceM6(a)michigan.gov<mailto:RiceM6@michigan.gov>> Subject: Reminder: Apply now for the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries Grant CAUTION: This is an External email. Please send suspicious emails to abuse(a)michigan.gov<mailto:abuse@michigan.gov> [George W. Bush Presidential Center] Grant applications open for the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries The Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries<https://forms.bushcenter.org/page.redir?target=https%3a%2f%2fwww.bushcenter…> is accepting applications now through Nov. 27 for grants to update and diversify school library collections. Grant applications are open to public, private, parochial, magnet, and charter schools that have a school library. Public schools must have a Title 1 designation and private schools must have at least 50% of the student population qualify for financial aid to be eligible. The Laura Bush Foundation’s goal is to encourage all students to develop a love of reading and learning. You can help us spread that love of reading by  sharing this opportunity<https://forms.bushcenter.org/page.redir?target=https%3a%2f%2fwww.bushcenter…> with the school librarians in your community. View requirements and apply<https://forms.bushcenter.org/page.redir?target=https%3a%2f%2fwww.bushcenter…> About the George W. Bush Institute The George W. Bush Institute is a solution-oriented nonpartisan policy organization focused on ensuring opportunity for all, strengthening democracy, and advancing free societies. Housed within the George W. Bush Presidential Center, the Bush Institute is rooted in compassionate conservative values and committed to creating positive, meaningful, and lasting change at home and abroad. We utilize our unique platform and convening power to advance solutions to national and global issues of the day. Learn more at bushcenter.org<https://forms.bushcenter.org/page.redir?target=https%3a%2f%2fwww.bushcenter…>. 2943 SMU Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75205 T. 214-200-4300 | E. info(a)bushcenter.org<mailto:info@bushcenter.org> [Twitter]<https://forms.bushcenter.org/page.redir?target=https%3a%2f%2ftwitter.com%2f…> [Instagram]<https://forms.bushcenter.org/page.redir?target=https%3a%2f%2fwww.instagram.…> [Facebook]<https://forms.bushcenter.org/page.redir?target=https%3a%2f%2fwww.facebook.c…> [Flickr]<https://forms.bushcenter.org/page.redir?target=https%3a%2f%2fwww.flickr.com…> [YouTube]<https://forms.bushcenter.org/page.redir?target=https%3a%2f%2fwww.youtube.co…> Email Preferences<https://forms.bushcenter.org/page.aspx?pid=293&srctid=1&erid=87134580&trid=…> | Privacy Policy<https://forms.bushcenter.org/page.aspx?pid=294&srctid=1&erid=87134580&trid=…> | Give Today<https://forms.bushcenter.org/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2fwww.bushcenter.…> - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

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Ordering Children's Books in Arabic
by Robert White 17 Nov '23

17 Nov '23

Hi y'all, I am looking to increase our collection of children's books in Arabic. I have gone through what is available on B&T and I am wondering if there are useful sites for ordering more titles in Arabic or Bilingual titles in Arabic and English. Thank you so much! Warmly, Robert Robert White, MSIS (he/him) Children's Learning Specialist 810.249.2566 RWhite(a)FPL.Info<mailto:rwhite@fpl.info> [GC_FPL_Logo]

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Program recommendation - Author Aaron Foley
by Latonia Phillips 17 Nov '23

17 Nov '23

Hello Everyone, This past Tuesday, November 14th, Aaron Foley - journalist, author and native Detroiter - came to our library to discuss his debut novel 'Boys Come First' along with his earlier works and upcoming projects. He even read a passage from his book and took questions. Schulers books was on hand to sale books which Aaron later signed. It was an amazing program. If you want to know more, please contact Aaron's publicist: Phoebe Mogharei Publicity & marketing director Belt Publishing Phoebe(a)beltpublishing.com Thanks, 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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Register for these workshops while they are available!
by Gwen Haviland 17 Nov '23

17 Nov '23

There is still time to register for these upcoming workshops! The Mystery of MARC Fixed Fields Solved<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/646e8fdd27812a7fa432e937> Just 4 spots remain! 2-day class, November 28-29, 2-4pm Eastern (1-3pm Central) Qualifies for 4 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! Cataloging Related Works and Expressions<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/646e751c27812a7fa42bd768> Offered only once/year! 1-day class, November 30, 10am-12pm Eastern (9-11am Central) Qualifies for 2 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! Basics of RDA Conceptual Models<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/646e919c27812a7fa43352d1> Offered only once/year! 1-day class, December 5, 2023, 10am-12pm Eastern (9-11am Central) Qualifies for 2 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! Cataloging with Variant Titles<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/646e7a2627812a7fa42d53e7> Offered only once/year! 1-day class, December 8, 10am-12pm Eastern (9-11am Central) Qualifies for 2 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! 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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MeL eResource Office Hours
by Laura Warren-Gross 17 Nov '23

17 Nov '23

Do you have questions about the MeL eResources? Would it help to walk through an eResource step-by-step? Do you have questions about MeL content, features, or access? If so, dropping in for MeL eResource Office Hours might be just right for you. Office hours will be held the fourth Wednesday of each month 10:00-10:30AM via Zoom. The next session is Wednesday, November 22, 2023 10:00-10:30AM and all Michigan library staff are invited. Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEucO6qrDgoGtxJrOJHb_zkgS-4t7zgYr… [A blue and white poster with a clipboard and a green label Description automatically generated] This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. Laura Warren-Gross MeL Engagement Specialist for Public Libraries Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-481-2022 warren-grossl(a)mcls.org [cid:image002.png@01DA1947.881B8BD0] mcls.org<https://www.mcls.org/> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/mclsorg> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/midwest-collaborative-for-library-services> [cid:image003.png@01DA1947.881B8BD0]

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Troy Public Library Job Posting EXTENDED -- Part-time Adult Services Librarian
by Constance L Doherty 17 Nov '23

17 Nov '23

Hi, this posting now closes on November 24. Could you please continue to post it (or re-post) until then? Thanks very much. Connie Doherty [cid:image001.jpg@01D7C4D2.54B78AD0]<https://troypl.org/> Constance L. Doherty | Head, Adult Information Services 510 W Big Beaver Troy, Michigan 48084 248.619.7591 [cid:image002.png@01D7C4D2.54B78AD0]<https://www.facebook.com/troylib/> [cid:image003.png@01D7C4D2.54B78AD0] <https://www.instagram.com/troylib/> [cid:image004.png@01D7C4D2.54B78AD0] <https://twitter.com/troylib> From: Constance L Doherty Sent: Thursday, November 2, 2023 3:26 PM To: Michlib-l <michlib-l(a)mcls.org> Subject: Troy Public Library Job Posting -- Part-time Adult Services Librarian The Troy Public Library has an opening for a part-time librarian (20 hours per week) in the Adult Information Services Department. This position starts at $25-$30 per hour (depending upon qualifications) with opportunities for growth up to $34 per hour, and offers 40 hours paid time off per calendar year. If you are creative, forward-thinking, and passionate about public librarianship and customer service, please apply here<https://troymi.applicantpro.com/jobs/3119738>. Posting closes November 15, 2023. [cid:image001.jpg@01D7C4D2.54B78AD0]<https://troypl.org/> Constance L. Doherty | Head, Adult Information Services 510 W Big Beaver Troy, Michigan 48084 248.619.7591 [cid:image002.png@01D7C4D2.54B78AD0]<https://www.facebook.com/troylib/> [cid:image003.png@01D7C4D2.54B78AD0] <https://www.instagram.com/troylib/> [cid:image004.png@01D7C4D2.54B78AD0] <https://twitter.com/troylib>

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Space is still available! Early Childhood Workshop at Bay County Library System
by Dena Moscheck 17 Nov '23

17 Nov '23

Space is still available at Bay County Library System's upcoming Early Childhood Workshop: Sharing STEM with Young Children, presented by the Sloan Museum of Discovery! This FREE workshop, developed specifically for librarians, early childhood educators, teachers and parents, will take place at Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library (500 Center Ave, Bay City, MI, 48708) on Saturday, December 2, from 10am-12pm. Interested in doing STEM with your little learners in your center, school, or home? Join staff from the Sloan Museum of Discovery as they share some of their favorite STEM activities in this fast-paced, hands-on session. The STEM activities presented will focus on Pre-K to grade 3. Attendees will leave a detailed write up of each activity, as well as a signed certificate of attendance and credit in MiRegistry, if needed. To register click here: https://www.baycountylibrary.org/event/early-childhood-workshop-sharing-ste… Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions. My contact info is below. Hope to see you there! Dena Moscheck (she/they) Children's Coordinator Bay County Library System 500 Center Ave, Bay City MI 48708 (989) 893-9566 x2130 dmoscheck(a)baycountylibrary.org BCLS Children's Facebook Page

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FT Librarian Position
by Laura Fromwiller 17 Nov '23

17 Nov '23

Good Morning, The Brandon Township Public Library is searching for a full time Public Services Librarian to join our dynamic team. This full time position includes paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, life insurance, health, dental and vision coverage, MERS defined contribution and optional 457 plan. Pay scale is $20.64-$24.67 in ten steps. Please see the attached job description for additional details. The deadline to apply is December 15th with a start date in mid January. If you are interested, please send a resume and cover letter to lfromwiller(a)brandonlibrary.org. Feel free to contact me with any questions. We look forward to hearing from you! Laura Laura Fromwiller, Director Brandon Township Public Library (248) 627-1474

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Background checks
by Ann Manko 16 Nov '23

16 Nov '23

All, Do you require background checks for performers or community partners who are conducting programs or activities on your behalf without library staff present? For instance, if you offer a teen or children's writing class led by a local author, would you require a background check if library staff were not present during the class? Thank you for your input in advance. Ann Manko Adult Services Librarian: Fiction Librarian Gloria Coles Flint Public Library 1026 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48502 810-232-7111

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Register Now - GetSetUp Orientation Webinar
by Wartella, Becky (MDE) 15 Nov '23

15 Nov '23

Greetings, November 17, 2023, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM - GetSetUp Orientation This webinar is designed for public library directors, managers, and adult services staff. Participants will learn how to navigate and how to promote GetSetUp, a lifelong learning platform designed for adults ages 50+. After the workshop participants should be able to describe GetSetUp to potential patrons, assist them in creating their own account, and how to use the platform to augment their library's adult programming. 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 of Education Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909

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