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Still Time to Register - Library Law Spotlight Webinar
by Wartella, Becky (MDE) 17 Mar '23

17 Mar '23

March 24, 2023, 10:00 AM-11:30 AM - "Policy-ana" Syndrome and How to Avoid It No one likes to be the "Library Police," but not enforcing established policies can have significant consequences for libraries, staff, and patrons. While walking through the creation of a policy and its enforcement procedure, this webinar will discuss why policies on the books need to be enforced, will provide tips on making policies easier to enforce, and will discuss methods staff can utilize to enforce policies consistently to avoid becoming a "Policy-ana." 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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New Outreach Stop Questions
by Elizabeth Koroleski 17 Mar '23

17 Mar '23

Hello everyone! I started working at the Bad Axe Area District Library and I am slowly becoming in charge of our outreach with our Bookmobile (going out once a week with different stops every other week). We currently have stops at a couple preschools, a couple one-room country schools, our senior center, and at the elementary school at dismissal. My director, Briynne McCrea, had thought that possibly stopping at one of our nursing homes would be a good addition to one of our weeks (or maybe just monthly- nothing is set in stone yet). Her thoughts were that we could deliver books/audiobooks to residents and to connect them to other things like interlibrary loans and the Michigan Braille and Talking Library. My questions for any of you who have done something like this: -What kind of process did you go through overall? (Briynne has already reached out to the nursing home director so we have the contact, but nothing has been started) -What kind of form do you use for residents? -Does it have them asking for genres, specific authors, specific books, etc.? -What are issues that you have run into? -How do you go through the selection of items? Thank you so much for any and all help and insight- it is all greatly appreciated! Sincerely, Elizabeth Koroleski Library Clerk/Outreach Bad Axe Area District Library

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Creativity and Connection: Engaging Older Adults Through the Arts - Infopeople Webinar
by Califa Group 17 Mar '23

17 Mar '23

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Missing DVD from Mel Loan
by Ted Gregory 17 Mar '23

17 Mar '23

Hello, Today we at the Mackinaw Area Public Library received back from a MeL loan our copy of *The Andy Griffith Show: The Complete Second Season* Discs 3-4. Unfortunately, disc four was missing from the case, and this error wasn't noticed until the item had already been checked in. Furthermore, no paperwork was included with the return, so we have no idea who the borrowing library was. Does anybody remember handling this title as a MeL loan recently that can help us track down the missing disc? Thanks for the time, -- Ted Gregory Mackinaw Area Public Library mackinaw1(a)gmail.com Find us online at http://www.mackinawareapl.michlibrary.org/ <http://mackinawareapubliclibrary.org/> and on Facebook! 528 W. Central Ave. P.O. Box 67 Mackinaw City, MI 49701-0067 phone: (231) 436-5451 fax: (231) 436-7344

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Policies for Town Lockdown
by Mary Gallup 17 Mar '23

17 Mar '23

Hello library world! Our tiny town had a low-level lockdown yesterday for an escaped suspect on foot, for about 1.5 hours. Library had not yet opened up for the day so I didn't have to worry about it- but the Emergency Alert system told everyone to stay inside and lock all doors. I would really like to have a policy in place for when this happens again (hopefully not for another several decades) Does anyone out there have a current policy for such events? Could you please forward them my way? TIA Mary Gallup Director Clinton Township Public Library 100 Brown St. Clinton MI 49236

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ISO IRS instructions and forms if you have extras taking up space
by Katheryn Carrier 17 Mar '23

17 Mar '23

TADL has opened its last box of IRS instructions and they are going fast. If you have an extra box (or two) we'd gladly take them off your hands. RIDES = zv330 Woodmere ATTN: Katheryn We are currently printing the 1040 and schedules 1-3 for patrons so if you have extras of any of those that would be helpful as well. General query, if you have extras, is it from your initial order or from an additional order you placed with the IRS? Many, many thanks, Katheryn Carrier Reference Librarian Traverse Area District Library 610 Woodmere Avenue Traverse City, Michigan 49686 USA 231-932-8502 Reference RIDES zv330 Woodmere tadl.org -- Having a digital magazine marathon Mollie Makes (Brit), Simply Crochet (Brit), Family Tree Magazine (US), Simple Things (Brit), Marie Claire Idees (Fr) , woodshop (US). Ideas (South Africa) and Mandelas and lots more that are available through Libby by Overdrive.

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FW: Get Ready to UNITE & IGNITE at ARSL 2023!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 17 Mar '23

17 Mar '23

ARSL Home<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Farsl.membe…> | About<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Farsl.membe…> | Join<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Farsl.membe…> | Support<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Farsl.membe…> | ARSL Store<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Farsl.membe…> [Image] ARSL Office Dispatch Welcome to the ARSL Office Dispatch! Weekly updates from ARSL Get Ready to UNITE & IGNITE in Wichita! ARSL Conference | September 20-23, 2023 | Wichita, KS [https://s3.amazonaws.com/oasis-prod01-unlayer/1678836159847-ARSL23+logo.png] This year's conference theme is "Unite & Ignite"! Our conference provides an opportunity to unite as a professional community and foster a sense of togetherness across a nation of small but mighty libraries. When we come together to share and learn we'll light fires of innovation and change that can burn bright all year long. Conference Program Request for Proposals (RFP) launches next week! Are you a community engagement superstar? Have a storytime formula that can't be beat? Do your reader's advisory recommendations always hit the mark? We need YOU to present at ARSL 2023! The program presenters are the heart of the conference, bringing valuable skills and experience to share with fellow attendees. RFP Launch Date: March 21, 2023 Submission Deadline: April 25, 2023, 5:00 pm CT Ready to get started? Download the sample RFP form<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Farsl.membe…> to preview the questions. Check out our Tips for a Great Program Proposal<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Farsl.membe…> to help polish your submission! New this year: Pop-Up Program Demos If the thought of lecturing at the front of the room turns your legs to jelly our pop-up program demos might be the opportunity you've been waiting for! These 20-minute sessions will give presenters the opportunity to demo a craft or other library program formula for small groups of attendees. These practical, actionable demo sessions will let programming pros share their ideas in a less intimidating, more familiar environment. Special consideration will be given to pop-up demos that incorporate intentional accessibility for patrons of different ages and ability levels. Professional Networking & Affinity Groups Volunteers needed! The ARSL Membership Committee is seeking a few additional volunteers to help start our Professional Networking Groups this year! Building on the success of the Solo-ish Librarians Happy Hour pioneered by ARSL members Bree Drapa and Chelsea Price, the Membership Committee wants to provide dedicated time and space for ARSL members to connect with others in their area of professional focus (youth services, administration, cataloging, etc.) or who exist at similar intersections of identity within the librarianship community. We currently need leaders for the following networking groups: * Circulation Services * BIPOC Librarians * LGBTQ+ Librarians Have an idea for an affinity group not listed on the volunteer form? Suggestions are welcome if you're willing to lead them! All networking groups will be held in ARSL Zoom rooms on a standing monthly schedule. Meetings will be drop-in style, with no obligation to stay the full hour. Networking groups (with the exception of the existing Solo-ish Librarians HH) are open to ARSL members only. [Volunteer as a Networking Lead] Become an ARSL Hero! 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We are partnering with hundreds of libraries and other community locations to increase access to this critical healthcare service. If you haven't already, sign up<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Farsl.membe…> to participate in Color Health's Community Testing Program, in partnership with the CDC and ARSL. Testing is free for you and for patrons - and you'll get a free year of ARSL membership plus $7.50 for every test administered at your library. There is no cost to you to operate this program. If you'd like to participate, you can sign up by using this form<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Farsl.membe…> - or search bit.ly/colorsite12 in your browser. To learn more, join an upcoming informational webinar<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Farsl.membe…> weekly on Wednesdays at 10am PT / 1pm ET. Libraries like yours are central to your community. Let us help you provide the services and care your community deserves, we look forward to it! [Become a Community Testing Partner] [Image] Contact Info: The Association for Rural & Small Libraries PO BOX 33731, Seattle, WA, 98133 (206) 453-3579 info(a)arsl.org<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Farsl.membe…> Connect with Us: [Facebook] [Twitter] ________________________________ The Association for Rural & Small Libraries * PO Box 33731, Seattle, Washington 98133, United States * 206-453-3579<tel:206-453-3579> [Powered by MemberClicks]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.member…>

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Solar Power and Grant funds?
by Andrea Ingmire 17 Mar '23

17 Mar '23

Hi all, We’re in the very early stages of considering a solar project here at Peter White Public Library, if you have solar at your library, I’d love to hear about it! Install – power production. Would you do it again? Also, is anyone is aware of grant funding for solar power projects at libraries/local governmental entities? Happy St Patty’s day! Here in the UP, we’re having our usual snowstorm to celebrate. 😊 Andrea ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ [logo-blue -building] Andrea Ingmire Library Director Peter White Public Library (906) 226-4303 (office) (906) 250-0080 (cell) (906) 226-1783 (fax) www.pwpl.info<http://www.pwpl.info/>

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Clinton Macomb Public Library is Hiring! Part-time Customer Concierge.
by Lisa Hernandez 17 Mar '23

17 Mar '23

The Clinton-Macomb Public Library is seeking a high quality candidate with outstanding external and internal customer service skills to join our Customer CARE team as a Part-time Customer Concierge. This position includes assisting customers with obtaining library cards, resolving account issues up to $100, registering for programs, and placing holds. This person handles basic troubleshooting of the automated materials handling system among other duties. We offer a pleasant work environment with clean & modern facilities including a brand new world class branch located in Macomb Township. Please visit our website for a full job description and application requirements. https://cmpl.org/employment/ Thank you & we look forward to hearing from you soon!

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Job Postings: Seeking Full-time Youth and Adult Librarians
by Melissa Goins 16 Mar '23

16 Mar '23

The Harrison Township Public Library in the beautiful Boat Town, USA has 2 full-time open positions. Both positions are newly created after voters approved additional funding in November 2022. These positions have been posted again as salary compensation and benefits have changed. We eagerly search for an energetic full-time Youth Librarian that can plan and implement engaging programs for youth of all ages from birth to teens. Early literacy is an area of particular focus. HTPL is also looking for a full-time adult librarian with savvy social skills and an awareness of popular trends to help us organize, implement, and market programs that serve the various interests of our community. Both positions offer a broad range of duties. The primary functions are related to collection development, outreach, and programming for fun events like Trivia Night, story time, craft segments, and even on-the-go fun like take and make kits. Creativity and tech skills are needed! Perfect for seasoned librarians looking for a fulfilling adventure. See the full job description and details at htlibrary.org/about/employment/ <http://www.htlibrary.org/about/employment/> or on the attached documents. Please share with others as you see fit. ~Melissa Melissa Goins Library Director *Connect with me on LinkedIn <http://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-goins-ab5893a5>* ------------------------------ [image: Logo] <https://htlibrary.org> Harrison Township Public Library (586) 329-1261 mgoins(a)htlibrary.org www.htlibrary.org [image: Facebook icon] <https://facebook.com/htlibrary> [image: Twitter icon] <https://twitter.com/HarrisonTwpLib> [image: Youtube icon] <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiIwmWx3ujEkrzcVOJsxjXw> [image: LinkedIn icon] <https://www.linkedin.com/company/harrison-township-public-library/> [image: Instagram icon] <https://www.instagram.com/htplibrary/> 38255 L’Anse Creuse, Suite A • Harrison Township, MI 48045

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