February 2023 - Michlib-l

JOB: Executive Director - Batavia, Illinois (Chicago West Suburb)
by John Keister 02 Feb '23

02 Feb '23

Executive Director, Batavia Public Library District (Chicago West Suburban) Don’t miss this exciting opportunity located in Northern Illinois! The Batavia Public Library District <https://www.johnkeister.com/batavia/> is looking for its next great Executive Director. The library, with an operating budget of about $4.7 million, provides services to nearly 26,600 people. This opportunity is open due to the June 1, 2023 retirement of the current Executive Director. Located along the scenic Fox River about 45 miles west of Chicago, Batavia is a charming community that enjoys a rich history, bustling downtown, lively art scene, and convenient access to major highways and commuter rail. The library is housed in a beautiful building located in the heart of the downtown district. The Executive Director opening is a wonderful opportunity for someone who wants to lead the library as it continues to embrace its vital role in the life of this friendly and spirited community. Salary $89,000 to $148,000/year, negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Excellent benefits including IMRF. Please visit johnkeister.com/batavia <https://www.johnkeister.com/batavia/> for details and to apply. We welcome inquiries. Though not a firm deadline, please apply by February 27, 2023. John Keister & Associates Executive Search for Libraries johnkeister.com batavia(a)johnkeister.com 847-955-0541

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Wireless printing and print release stations
by Jennifer Miller 02 Feb '23

02 Feb '23

Hello, We are looking into the pros and cons of adding a print release station to our current wireless printing. Right now patrons can send their print jobs directly to our two wireless printers, and then they collect their prints and pay at the desk. It's pretty streamlined, and it is on the honor system. Our printers are very near our circ desk, so we don't feel like we have a problem with people walking off with their print jobs and not paying. There isn't a special app, they just connect to our wireless, then choose our printers. What we don't currently offer is a way for a patron to send a print job from an app at home, have the print job stored, and then the print job is released when they come into the building using a print release station. Our current set up is also based on either paying cash, or credit, but but our credit card limit is $5. And payment for printing always involves staff. For those of you that offer wireless printing: How happy are you with your current solution? Is it easy for patrons to use? Do people actually send their print jobs remotely and then release them in the building? Any information on how patrons pay for their prints at the print release station would be helpful too. Thank you! -- Jennifer Miller Business Manager Portage Lake District Library 58 Huron St. Houghton, MI 49931 906 - 482-4570 x115 Visit our website at www.pldl.org Like our FB page at facebook.com/pldl/org <http://facebook.com/pldl.org> *The Mission of the Portage Lake District Library is to inspire our diverse community to discover, imagine and connect. Our Vision is an educated, connected community of readers, learners, doers and dreamers.*

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Clarke Historical Library Speakers and Events: Phyllis Michael Wong
by Whitledge, Bryan R 02 Feb '23

02 Feb '23

Historian and educator Phyllis Michael Wong, author of "We Kept Our Towns Going: The Gossard Girls of Michigan's Upper Peninsula"(MSU Press, 2022), will share the moving stories of the women who worked in Upper Peninsula garment factories from the early twentieth century through the 1970s. [Clarke Historical Library] [cid:L-Soft1860f15e86021@ls2.cmich.edu] SPEAKER: Phyllis Michael Wong Historian and educator Phyllis Michael Wong, author of We Kept Our Towns Going: The Gossard Girls of Michigan's Upper Peninsula (MSU Press, 2022), will share the moving stories of the women who worked in Upper Peninsula garment factories from the early twentieth century through the 1970s. Tuesday, February 7th 7:00 pm via Webex (registration required) Learn more and register<https://ls2.cmich.edu:444/trk/click?ref=zsk0p4lvb_2-12312x3eef6x06&> [Facebook]<https://ls2.cmich.edu:444/trk/click?ref=zsk0p4lvb_2-12312x3436cx06&> [Twitter] <https://ls2.cmich.edu:444/trk/click?ref=zsk0p4lvb_2-12312x3436dx06&> [Instagram] <https://ls2.cmich.edu:444/trk/click?ref=zsk0p4lvb_2-12312x3ed57x06&> Clarke Historical Library 250 East Preston Street Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48859 clarke(a)cmich.edu<mailto:clarke@cmich.edu> | 989-774-3864<tel:19897743864> | Unsubscribe<mailto:clarke@cmich.edu?Subject=Unsubscribe> Copyright<https://ls2.cmich.edu:444/trk/click?ref=zsk0p4lvb_2-12312x31f85x06&> (c) Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, Mich. 48859 | Phone 989-774-4000<tel:+19897744000> Nondiscrimination Statement<https://ls2.cmich.edu:444/trk/click?ref=zsk0p4lvb_2-12312x3e37cx06&> | Privacy Policy<https://ls2.cmich.edu:444/trk/click?ref=zsk0p4lvb_2-12312x3e37dx06&>

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Fundraiser concerns
by Andy Schuck 02 Feb '23

02 Feb '23

Hi Kaitlin, We have avoided this, too, whether consciously or not. While it's been awhile since our last fundraiser, we did offer an after-hours party for the donor's family and 10 of their closest kid friends. We hosted it on a Friday, when we close at 6. I can't remember everything we did, but making slime was one of them, as well as snacks, games, and using our STEM Kits. It lasted for 1.5 hours and both staff and kids had a great time (families waited inside the library or at the pizzeria next door!). Andy Schuck (hear it) <https://namedrop.io/andyschuck>, MSI *he/him/his <https://odu.edu/safespace/pronouns-and-why-they-matter>* Head of Youth Services Traverse Area District Library 231-932-8560 www.tadl.org/youth Facebook: @TADLKids <https://www.facebook.com/TADLKids/> *I am reading to*: *The Boys in the Back Row *by Mike Chung *I am listening to*: *Other Words for Home* by Jasmine Warga Date: Wed, 1 Feb 2023 10:49:07 -0500 From: Kaitlin Matesich <kmatesich(a)benzieshoreslibrary.org> To: Michlib-l(a)mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] Fundraiser Concerns Message-ID: <CAL4w9gus0+j4Z007Qjz5qgqJh82PrBB8rNeNDW=6bUOi_0Dv1Q(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" Hello all! I was recently approached to offer my services as a Story Time presenter as a biddable item for a local "Spring Fling" fundraiser. My first instinct was, "I can easily put together a bespoke story time for 5-10 kiddos. Offering literacy services as part of a fundraiser, what a great idea!" but then the reality of the logistics and the idea of individuals paying for a private library/librarian experience set in. Has anyone had a similar experience? What did you, your library or your friends group do? Any suggestions for a literacy focused, biddable experience or item? I don't feel comfortable offering "private" story time services outside of the library setting, and would never want to go to an individual's residence to host a story time. The idea of "selling" a story time or even allowing someone to pick a theme for a program that would be open to the public doesn't sit right (if it is even legal) . -- *Kaitlin Matesich* *Youth Services Coordinator* *Benzie Shores District Library* *630 Main St. Frankfort, MI* My Pronouns: She/Her - See www.mypronouns.org to learn more*.*

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500 Books B4 Middle & 100 B4 Graduation
by EmmaLee Herlocher 02 Feb '23

02 Feb '23

Hello all! Apologies for cross posting. For those libraries who have a 500 Books Before Middle School and/or 100 Books before Graduation, what kind of prizes do you have for each? We are working on starting both programs at our library this year and I am in the stage of figuring out prizes. Something that I can get in bulk would be preferred! Willing to share responses if anyone wants! -- EmmaLee Herlocher Head of Youth and Teen Services White Lake Township Library 11005 Elizabeth Lake Road White Lake MI 48386 Office: 248-698-4942 ext. 111 Cell: 248-862-0762 whitelakelibrary.org

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CORRECTION: MIHI High-Speed Internet Community Meeting
by Wood-Gramza, Heather (MDE) 02 Feb '23

02 Feb '23

Hi All, Apologies for sending this out again. There was an error in the original invite sent by MIHI. Here's the corrected version: Update: The day of the week was incorrect in my original email. Corrected below. Thank you. Local Leadership of the Upper Peninsula and Northern Lower Peninsula, I would like to personally invite you, those you serve, and others from your organization to a special meeting hosted by Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II and the Michigan High-Speed Internet Office. We are gathering community leaders together to talk about the critical issue of high-speed internet connectivity and digital equity. On Saturday, February 18th from 10AM-Noon at The Northern Center, Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II and the Michigan High-Speed Internet Office (MIHI) will be bringing together local leaders, residents, and others to discuss the internet and connectivity needs of your community and region as part of our statewide MI Connected Future listening tour. This meeting will help our office and the State of Michigan better understand the needs of your community and help us decide how to deploy an estimated $1.6 billion in federal funds to connect every home and business in the state. Event details are below. Michigan High-Speed Internet Office Listening Tour with Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II Saturday, February 18th 10:00AM - 12:00PM The Northern Center, Peninsula Rooms I and II 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI Register by clicking here.<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.off…> I would also ask that you send this information out to others who could benefit from attending. Please forward the event information to your mailing lists, contacts, and constituents so they too may have a say in improving internet connectivity in the community and region. Heather Wood-Gramza Michigan eLibrary Coordinator she l her l hers [cid:image001.png@01D936F0.F1E15E30] Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo Street PO Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Office: 517.335.1497 Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…> provides focused direction to drive educational achievement in support of all learners. [Logo, company name Description automatically generated]

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For Leaders of Upper Peninsula and Northern Lower Peninsula--High Speed Internet Community Meeting
by Wood-Gramza, Heather (MDE) 02 Feb '23

02 Feb '23

Hi All, I'm sending this information out to everyone on behalf of the Michigan High-Speed Internet Office (MIHI). Please feel free to pass this along to others who might benefit from attending. Local Leadership of the Upper Peninsula and Northern Lower Peninsula, I would like to personally invite you, those you serve, and others from your organization to a special meeting hosted by Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II and the Michigan High-Speed Internet Office. We are gathering community leaders together to talk about the critical issue of high-speed internet connectivity and digital equity. On Saturday, February 18th from 10AM-Noon at The Northern Center, Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II and the Michigan High-Speed Internet Office (MIHI) will be bringing together local leaders, residents, and others to discuss the internet and connectivity needs of your community and region as part of our statewide MI Connected Future listening tour. This meeting will help our office and the State of Michigan better understand the needs of your community and help us decide how to deploy an estimated $1.6 billion in federal funds to connect every home and business in the state. Event details are below. Michigan High-Speed Internet Office Listening Tour with Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II Friday, February 18th 10:00AM - 12:00PM The Northern Center, Peninsula Rooms I and II 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI Register by clicking here.<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.off…> I would also ask that you send this information out to others who could benefit from attending. Please forward the event information to your mailing lists, contacts, and constituents so they too may have a say in improving internet connectivity in the community and region. Heather Wood-Gramza Michigan eLibrary Coordinator she l her l hers [cid:image001.png@01D936EE.33A94D30] Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo Street PO Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Office: 517.335.1497 Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…> provides focused direction to drive educational achievement in support of all learners. [Logo, company name Description automatically generated]

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Job Post: Library Director Deadline reminder
by Library Director 01 Feb '23

01 Feb '23

JOB POST Position: Library Director Location: 100 Brown St. Clinton, MI 49236 Terms: Part time, about 30 hours per week Compensation: The hiring salary range is $40,000 – $45,000 (negotiable dependent upon experience and qualifications) Description The Clinton Township Public Library Board of Trustees seeks an accessible, energetic and enthusiastic leader to be the voice of the library in the community and serve as its next Library Director. A Class 1 library in north Lenawee County, Clinton Library is governed by an elected panel of six Trustees and boasts a small but mighty staff that prides itself on its creative, well-attended programming for patrons of all ages. Key initiatives include promoting the library to all generations of lifelong learners, working with the board to review and revise library policy, helping the library keep pace with technological trends, and leading and supporting staff through active communication and collaboration. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a collaborative leadership style, and knowledge of current trends and best practices in library management. Qualifications A minimum of two years of relevant public library experience, a Level 3 Library Staff Certification or higher from the Library of Michigan (or the qualifications to obtain one within six months of hire), completion of New Director’s and Advanced Director’s courses through the Library of Michigan (or the ability to complete within six months of hire), and demonstrated success in a leadership position. Prior public library administration experience and an ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library Science not required but recommended. For further details, please see the full job description on the website ( clinton.lib.mi.us). To apply, email cover letter and resume to: clintonlibrary(a)clinton.lib.mi.us by 5pm on Feb. 6, 2023. Please use “Director Candidate” in the subject line.

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U.P. Notable Book Club - Feb 9th with Terri Martin
by Victor R. Volkman 01 Feb '23

01 Feb '23

UP Notable Book Club presents a Q&A session with Terri Martin, author of /The Home Wind/, a story for middle-grade readers *Official Seal of the U.P. Notable Books <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…>UP Notable Book Club:* the Crystal Falls Community District Library in partnership with the U.P. Publishers & Authors Association (UPPAA) has scheduled author events with winners of the /UP Notable Book List/. The 26th event is with Terri Lynn Martin <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…> whose//book /The Home Wind/ presents the story of two boys, one white and one Native American, who must find their way through the difficulties of life on the road to becoming “men" at a logging camp in the 1870s era Upper Peninsula . The boys' travels will take them to Escanaba, Seney, Menominee, and the surrounding area. These events are open to all Michigan residents free of charge. /*When: */Thursday, February 9th, 2023 at 7pm Eastern / 6pm Central /*Where: */Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85741545578?pwd=eHU2Q2prRkdXbWdzTHNaTVoyKzJGZz09 Meeting ID: 857 4154 5578 Passcode: martin *<https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…>TERRI LYNN MARTIN* and her husband moved to the L'Anse area nearly 22 years ago and have no desire to live anywhere else, in spite of the 250+ inches of snowfall each winter. Terri is currently a regular contributor to /UP Magazine/ (Porcupine Press) where she finds an outlet for her humorous stories. Anthologies of these stories can be found in her books: /Church Lady Chronicles: Devilish Encounters/ (2021) and /High on the Vine/ (2022). Terri's recent middle-grade children's novel, /The Home Wind/, received the 2022 U.P. Notable Book award. Her full-length novel /Moose Willow Mystery: A Yooper Romance/ was just released. The cover of "The Home Wind" by Terri Martin <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…>"The boys’ first 'man-making' adventure together comes when the camp boss has the two of them go to Seney for supplies, which are running low near the end of the winter. Jamie sees firsthand how his friend is treated in the White world and the dangers to the two of them from people trying to steal the camp money and then the provisions. Gray Feather comes to the rescue in both instances. "Once spring comes, Jamie’s mother remarries one of the logging camp men who has always been kind to Jamie. The family heads to Menominee and from there to a sawmill town, taking Gray Feather with them. The author puts readers right there on the steamer, pitching about in the waves of a strong wind as they head for Escanaba and then Menominee. I felt their seasickness just reading it. "Gray Feather’s inner conflict and resolve to have revenge on his father—whom he has learned is in that area—comes to the surface. Jamie must decide how to help his friend, keep to what he knows to be right, and then be able to let Gray Feather go his own way. Both find their 'home wind', or purpose in life, in the process. The height of the action comes as a wildfire rips through the sawmill town. Readers can’t miss the symbolism found throughout the book and a wonderful way to learn about the past at the same time. This book should go far, and not just with young audiences. A great discussion guide can be found at the end of the book for classroom, homeschool, or adult book club use." —Review by Deborah Frontiera. Read the complete review at the /U.P. Book Review/ <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…>. More information about the U.P. Notable Book list, /U.P. Book Review, /and UPPAA can be found on www.UPNotable.com <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…> -- Regards, Victor R. Volkman, President L H Press Inc. www.LHPress.com

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FW: Michigan Department of Treasury Publishes January 2023 Edition of Uniform Chart of Accounts
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 01 Feb '23

01 Feb '23

Hello: Please note Treasury's release of the 2023 Uniform Chart of Accounts, below. Please read the information in the release below carefully and contact Treasury with any questions. The last revision was 2020. Thanks! Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. "The dissemination of ideas can accomplish nothing if otherwise willing addressees are not free to receive and consider them. It would be a barren marketplace of ideas that had only sellers and no buyers." Lamont v. Postmaster General, 381 U.S. 301 From: Michigan Department of Treasury <MITreasury(a)govsubscriptions.michigan.gov> Sent: Tuesday, January 31, 2023 8:37 AM To: Membiela, Clare (MDE) <MembielaC(a)michigan.gov> Subject: Michigan Department of Treasury Publishes January 2023 Edition of Uniform Chart of Accounts [Local Government Update] January 31, 2023 Michigan Department of Treasury Publishes January 2023 Edition of Uniform Chart of Accounts Intended Audience: Any local government employee or vendor, including clerks, treasurers, elected officials, finance directors, city, township, or village managers, auditors, accounting staff, certified public accountants and accounting firm that works in accounting, finance, bookkeeping, etc. The Michigan Department of Treasury has revised the Uniform Chart of Accounts (UCA) and is requesting local units of government to update their records with the latest January 2023 published edition<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…>. Most of the updates in the UCA's January 2023 edition are minor, remove errors and improve navigation since the last revision in 2020. A marked-up UCA version with changes is available<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> for reference. Past editions of the UCA should be discarded, effective immediately. The state Treasury Department provides accounting direction to local units through the UCA. To ensure this information is up to date and useful for our local partners, we have begun revising the UCA annually and incorporating feedback. In late 2022, public comment was solicited for the revised UCA. Questions regarding updates to the UCA should be directed by email to lafd_audits(a)michigan.gov<mailto:lafd_audits@michigan.gov> or call 517-335-7469. Additional documentation is available on the bulletins, manuals and forms website<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…>. ________________________________ ________________________________ This service is provided to you at no charge by the Michigan Department of Treasury. Lansing, Michigan 48922 | 517-335-7508 | Contact Us<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…>. [Bookmark and Share]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> Manage your Subscriptions or Unsubscribe<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> ________________________________ This email was sent to membielac(a)michigan.gov<mailto:membielac@michigan.gov> using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Michigan Department of Treasury * Lansing, MI 48922 * 517-335-7508

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