February 2023 - Michlib-l

In need of DVD Shipping boxes
by Autumn Smith 10 Feb '23

10 Feb '23

Greetings all, Our library is in need of cardboard dvd shipping boxes if any libraries have any to share. Thanks and have a great weekend! Autumn Smith Assistant Director The Schultz-Holmes Memorial Library 407 South Lane Street Blissfield, MI 49228 517-486-2858 517-486-3565 (fax) www.blissfieldlibrary.org Find us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram!

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Free Non-locking DVD cases
by Deb Hemmye 10 Feb '23

10 Feb '23

We have14 black non-locking DVD cases and 6 non-locking Blu-Ray DVD cases that need a new home. Thanks! Deb Hemmye Library Director Huntington Woods Public Library 26415 Scotia Road Huntington Woods, MI 48070 248-543-9720, ext. 686

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Love Data Week 2023: Feb 13-17th
by Williams, Barbara (MDE) 09 Feb '23

09 Feb '23

[Gray and white promotional image for Love Data Week 2022] Love Data Week starts February 13, 2023. "Data: Agent of Change" starts February 14. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3JV5tpi. #LoveData23 About The theme this year is Data: Agent of Change. Love Data Week is about inspiring your community to use data to bring about changes that matter. Policy change, environmental change, social change... we can move mountains with the right data guiding our decisions. This year, we are focused on helping new and seasoned data users find data training and other resources that can help move the needle on the issues they care about. FAQ * What is Love Data Week? Love Data Week is an international celebration of data, taking place every year during the week of Valentine's day. Universities, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, corporations and individuals are encouraged to host and participate in data-related events and activities. * Who can participate in Love Data Week? Love Data Week is an international, public activity. Each year individual organizations host their own events and activities. The Love Data Week committee maintains a list of all events and activities. * Is Love Data Week a conference? Love Data Week is not a conference. It is a variety of events and activities hosted online, or in person locally around the world. Participants are encouraged to explore the variety of offerings found in the full listing of events and activities and to register for each individually. * How can I get involved? Submit your events and activities through the form found on this page. At the end of Love Data Week, a call for new committee members is sent via email. Please sign up for Love Data Week updates via email<http://eepurl.com/hNARJP>. Questions? Send an email to LoveDataWeek(a)umich.edu<mailto:LoveDataWeek@umich.edu?subject=Love%20Data%20Week%20event%20submission> Barbara Williams, MLIS Library Development Analyst (MDE) Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 WilliamsB39(a)michigan.gov<mailto:WilliamsB39@michigan.gov> I (517) 241-2149 It's February. It's when we CELEBRATE... Black History Month and Career and Technical Education Month! [Logo Description automatically generated][cid:image003.png@01D93C8C.AA0A9AD0]

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Free Furniture
by Brzozowski, Erin 09 Feb '23

09 Feb '23

Hello, Due to an upcoming renovation, we have some free furniture<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1zRNfP2KOP5wPfze1gHrCQa-rW6sesIZ4/ed…> available. The linked spreadsheet will be updated once pick-up is arranged. Pick-up is only available on February 23, 24, and February 27 - March 2, from 9-5. Please email me to express interest and arrange pick-up. Thank you, Erin Brzozowski (hear it<https://namedrop.io/erinbrzozowski>) (She/Her) Eastern Branch Manager Jackson District Library 3125 E. Michigan Ave. Jackson, MI 49202 517-788-4074 brzozowskie(a)myjdl.com<mailto:brzozowskie@myjdl.com> [Email Logo]

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Hotspot Advice
by Wendy Chapman 09 Feb '23

09 Feb '23

Hello! We've been circulating Hotspots as part of our Library of Things collection for some time now, but are considering alternatives to our current service provider. For those who are dealing with Hotspots who do you use as a service provider? How many Hotspots are you circulating? Do you have issues with Hotspots "slowing down" or hitting a "data limit" even though you have them on un unlimited plan? How is customer service with your provider? Any other advice regarding circulation time limits/renewals? How often do you find that you have Hotspots sitting on the shelf not circulating? Any advice in this area would be appreciated. You can e-mail me directly at w.chapman(a)buchananlibrary.com<mailto:w.chapman@buchananlibrary.com> with your thoughts. Thanks! Wendy L. Chapman Library of Things Manager Buchanan District Library 269.695.3681 www.buchananlibrary.org<http://www.buchananlibrary.org/> [cid:image002.png@01D93C97.32061D10]

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Lead the Way: Libraries at the Heart of Community Engagement Conference
by UW iSchool CE 09 Feb '23

09 Feb '23

Lead the Way Conference Libraries at the Heart of Community Engagement April 24-25 Pyle Center, Madison, WI Join us for the Lead the Way conference in Madison, WI.. Learn strategies for building community partnerships, strategic planning, programs to engage the community, and more at this practical and engaging conference. With sessions that range from community partnerships that make summer reading a success, to getting the most out of focus groups, and marketing to your community you are sure to walk away with some new ideas and strategies. Full details and registration: go.wisc.edu/ischool-engage<https://go.wisc.edu/ischool-engage> Other Spring Learning Opportunities from UW-Madison iSchool Spring Online Courses There’s still time to register for our instructor-led online courses. Register at least two weeks early and save 10%. * (NEW!) Trans-Inclusive Librarianship, Feb 20 - Mar 19 * Copyright in Libraries, Mar 6 - Apr 16 * (NEW!) Expanding your Reach with Partnership Marketing, Mar 6 - Apr 2 * (NEW!) Reference Desk Ready!, Mar 13 - May 7 * (NEW!) Navigating Book and Program Challenges for Public Libraries, Mar 20 - Apr 30 * Designing for Accessibility, Mar 27 - Apr 30 * Promoting First-Generation Student Success Through Academic Library Services, Apr 3 - May 14 See full course offerings & register: https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education Spring Webinar Series Registration is now open from our FREE Spring Webinar series! * Serving Homeschooling Families in Your Community (Mar 1) * Sexual and Reproductive Health Information at the Library ( Mar 21) * Consortium Cooperation: Ways to improve overall collection development through ordering collaboration (Apr 11) Webinar details: https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/free-webinars/ Please direct any questions to ce-info(a)ischool.wisc.edu.

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Questions about Colibri book covering system
by Jenn Bishop 09 Feb '23

09 Feb '23

Hello! We are looking into purchasing a Colibri book covering system for our library. If you currently use this product, can you please send information about your experience with it and if you would purchase it again? 1. How loud is it? (some of the videos we have watched make it sound pretty loud) 2. Is the machine durable? We have seen some covers come through MeLCat and they seem durable. 3. What is the maintenance of the machine? Are there parts that wear out/need to be replaced regularly? 4. Anything else you feel useful for us to consider? Thank you for your input! -- Jenn Bishop Library Technical Assistant I Shelby Township Library zv808 (586)726-2342 (586)739-7414 X-2342

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2023 Research Institute for Public Libraries (RIPL) registration opens Monday February 13
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 09 Feb '23

09 Feb '23

Hello, Registration for the 2023 Research Institute for Public Libraries (RIPL) opens Monday, February 13 at 1:00 PM Eastern. A total of 115 spots are available for this immersive learning experience about public library data and evaluation, which will occur July 23-26, 2023, in Madison, Wisconsin. To learn more about RIPL, please see the event website: https://www.ripleffect.org/2023/. Thank you, The RIPL Team info(a)ripleffect.org<mailto:info@ripleffect.org>

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Job Posting - PT Electronic Resources Specialist - Kettering University
by Courtney Cooney 09 Feb '23

09 Feb '23

Kettering University has a part-time opening for an Electronic Resources Specialist, and the full posting can be viewed here: https://jobs.kettering.edu/postings/8252 Do you love compiling data? What about using data to assist in making data-driven decisions? Are you looking for a teamwork-oriented and inclusive environment? If so, please join the Kettering University Library as an Electronic Resources Specialist. This individual will perform various activities throughout the electronic resources life cycle, but more specifically, will assist with compiling and evaluating usage data. They will also work closely with the Electronic Resources Librarian to troubleshoot access issues and maintain electronic materials in Alma, our library services platform. Advanced customer service and interpersonal skills are required, as well as experience in data analysis using software such as Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets. Preferred experience with coding and automation tools. About Kettering: Kettering University is a national leader in experiential STEM and business education, integrating an intense academic curriculum with applied professional experience. We inspire students to realize their potential and advance their ideas by combining theory and practice better than any institution in the world. Kettering University is dedicated to achieving the extraordinary through technological innovation, leadership, and service, built on values that foster respect, integrity, creativity, collaboration, and excellence in growth, global leadership, community outreach, and an engaged community of stakeholders. More information here: https://www.kettering.edu/about About The Learning Commons: The 105,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art Learning Commons will serve as the hub of faculty-student interactions, student-industry collaboration, flexible learning spaces, and the next-century digital and physical library. More information here: https://www.kettering.edu/give/learning-commons <https://www.kettering.edu/give/learning-commons> --Kettering is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to broadening the diversity of its workforce– Apply Online Here: https://jobs.kettering.edu/postings/8252 -- *Courtney L. Cooney* Head of Collections Access Kettering University Library Email: ccooney(a)kettering.edu Phone: (810) 762-7821 Fax: (810) 762-9744 1700 University Ave~Flint, MI, 48504 *Kettering University * *"Believe and act as if it were impossible to fail." * *~ Charles F. Kettering*

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Remembering Debbi Schaubman - share your story
by Scott Garrison 09 Feb '23

09 Feb '23

Good afternoon to the MCLS community, and I hope you’re doing well. Many of you have sent kind messages following our dear colleague Debbi Schaubman’s recent passing, and we at MCLS appreciate your kindness as we mourn this major loss to the library community. Many have experienced first-hand how Debbi made a huge difference for libraries, not just across the MCLS community, but also nationally and internationally. We’re creating a tribute page for Debbi on our website, and invite you to share your stories of working with and knowing her. Please visit https://mcls.org/debbi-tribute and share your story by February 15. We’ll compile the stories we receive, and can let you know when our tribute page is live. With my thanks again, on behalf of the MCLS staff who worked so closely with Debbi and benefited from her experience, knowledge, wisdom, care, and so much more, Scott Scott Garrison (he/him/his) Executive Director Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-489-4071 garrisons(a)mcls.org<mailto:garrisons@mcls.org> Schedule a meeting with me<https://calendly.com/garrisons/> [79CQlAgUJDgAIOSGCBBh6IYIIInmQIASoMAGGEEk5IYYUWXohhhCqo0EAGRfEHomy4wPZIHls85UOIKq7IYosuvghjjDLOSKMjDVBxRgQ+5NBADm+IsUUf8RlVY5FGHolkkkouyWSTqr1xogAVTDllHwAIYEMzTm7JZZdefglmmGLW1oYPEZzx1FN9BGDDAaaNCWeccs5JZ5120khCA1Mc8IELHFM08Oadgg5KaKEnhh6KaKKKLspoo44+Cmmkkk5KaaWWXopppppuymmnnn4KaqiixhYIADs=] 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>

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