April 2023 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Mount Clemens Public Library is Hiring!
by Kathy McKinney 28 Apr '23

28 Apr '23

Hello, Due to promotion, we have an opening in our Youth Services department. Mount Clemens Public Library is dedicated to serving our community of over 15,000 residents. The library underwent a major renovation during 2021 - 2023 bringing in state of the art technology, doubling its usable public spaces, and providing new services to the residents. We are amplifying our staff workforce to continue our excellent customer service. We are looking for a candidate who is energetic, aspiring, and innovative to be our next Youth Services Library Specialist. If this sounds like you, we’d love to meet you. This position is open until filled. Kathy McKinney Assistant Director | Mount Clemens Public Library 150 Cass Ave Mt. Clemens, MI 48043 586-469-6200 ext 108 kmckinney(a)mtclib.org

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Free magazine holders
by Deb Hemmye 28 Apr '23

28 Apr '23

We have a gazillion of these - anyone want any??? Send Rides code and how many you want I'll get them out asap. Deb Hemmye (she, her, hers) Library Director Huntington Woods Public Library 26415 Scotia Road Huntington Woods, MI 48070 248-543-9720, ext. 686

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Dementia Care and Senior Memory Kits Inquiry
by Bridget Ward 28 Apr '23

28 Apr '23

Hello, I am working on a pilot for dementia care and senior memory kits at my branch and am trying to find some information about these types of kits. If your library offers this service (or something similar), would you respond off list? I am especially interested in information around initial costs, item selection, and best practices/lessons learned? That being said, any insights would be greatly appreciated! I will compile all answers and share out. Thanks in advance, Bridget Bridget Ward she/her/hers (https://www.mypronouns.org/) Branch Manager Grand Rapids Public Library Van Belkum Branch | 1563 Plainfield NE | 49505 616-988-5402 x5510 (javascript:false) | www.grpl.org (https://www.grpl.org/)

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Youth & Teen Services updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 28 Apr '23

28 Apr '23

2 Solar Eclipses are coming! Two solar eclipses are coming to North America - an Annular Eclipse in October 2023 and a Total Solar Eclipse in April 2024 - and it's time for public library staff to get ready! Thanks to a grant from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation and a supplement to the NASA@My Library Project, the Space Science Institute's STAR Net team is providing 5 million solar viewing glasses. To learn more about the project, including how to register your library for free solar eclipse glasses, visit: www.starnetlibraries.org/about/our-projects/solar-eclipse-activities-librar…<http://www.starnetlibraries.org/about/our-projects/solar-eclipse-activities…>. Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries (SEAL) from our friends at STAR Net are now offering the following Virtual Trainings and Resources: * Getting started with SEAL recorded webinar: https://youtu.be/ImO9WzHj1sU * Register for monthly Getting Started with SEAL webinars (May, June, July, and August dates open now): https://community.starnetlibraries.org/learn-all-about-solar-eclipse-activi… * Register for our spring SEAL Virtual Training series on Citizen Science and Eclipse Programming: https://community.starnetlibraries.org/seal-citizen-science-registration/ * Getting started with SEAL blog post (contains all sorts of links and goodies): https://community.starnetlibraries.org/get-started-with-seal/ * Using the Sunspotter: SEAL Virtual Training Series: Sunspotter Telescope<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXi-EpT11zA> READsquared All MI public libraries are invited to subscribe to READsquared provided by the Library of Michigan and supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. If your library does not already have an account, go to: https://mistate.readsquared.com/Signup.aspx?State=MI#! to request one. Onboarding Webinar - No registration required* May 2, Tuesday, 10:30 am EST Onboardings cover all the basics of setting up your READsquared site. These sessions are designed for new READsquared customers or new library staff using READsquared for the first time. *You can choose from any of the above sessions and use this link to join: https://join.me/READsquaredTraining For the best audio experience, we recommend dialing in by phone as well: New York, NY +1.646.307.1990 Conference ID: 518-509-521 # Recorded Trainings: If you cannot attend any of the sessions, you can always access a pre-recorded training in the knowledgebase: https://portal.readsquared.com/r2kb/Article.aspx?id=10008. Unlimited support is included in your subscription so please do not hesitate to email our support team (support(a)r2stg.zohosupport.com<mailto:support@r2stg.zohosupport.com>) with any questions or if you need one-on-one training. Resources CSLP 2023 PSAs - Hot off the cutting room floor! CSLP PSAs are ready for libraries. Feel free to share with your community: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe3krHkVt7MayX7TCyEeopmhEPBPqQO53 You can also access additional, shorter clips, audio, and more through the link provided in the "PSA" Tab in the 2023 Online Manual, which public libraries can access using your library code (email Cathy at LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> if you need your code) at www.cslpreads.org<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…>. This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Libraries and Summer Food If you want to become an SFSP site, the Collaborative Summer Library Program's Libraries & Summer Food how-to guide<https://www.cslpreads.org/libraries-and-summer-food/> is a thorough, clear step-by-step guide for determining whether your library is eligible, getting started, and exploring other ways to support food distribution and address basic needs. Whether or not your library is an SFSP site, there are many ways to raise awareness about summer meals. To get going as a site in Michigan, you can head to the MDE SFSP site<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/food/summer> for instructions and training resources. The MDE SFSP team will host office hours on Thursday, May 4, from 2:00-3:00pm. This is a great opportunity to get your Coordinated Application questions answered. Hope to see you there! Join LIVE: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85963606619<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMTAsInVy…>. Applications to be a site close May 9th. Library Services to Homeschoolers - Niche Academy<https://www.nicheacademy.com/library-services-to-homeschoolers> May 3rd, 2pm ET Are all learners welcome in your library? There are at-home learners in your community, and the library is the single most important resource to DIY educators. Join Christina Giovannelli Caputo, author of Library Services to Homeschoolers: A Guide<https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781538146811/Library-Services-to-Homeschoolers-A-G…> to learn how to engage homeschoolers in your community and welcome all learners to your library. Christina will dive into the history, methods and growing diversity of home education and will explore outreach opportunities and program inspirations to put into practice in your library. If you're interested but not able to attend the live webinar, go ahead and register<https://www.nicheacademy.com/library-services-to-homeschoolers>. We'll send a recording to all registrants after the fact. In the News... All House Republicans vote against resolution recognizing librarians<https://michiganadvance.com/blog/all-house-republicans-vote-against-resolut…> - Michigan Advance, 4/26/23. (You can find the full House Resolution No 81 online<http://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2023-2024/resolutionadopted/House/pdf/2…>.) State of American's Libraries Report 2023<https://www.ala.org/news/state-americas-libraries-report-2023> - ALA, April 2023 National Library Week kicks off with the highly anticipated annual list of Top 10 Most Challenged Books and State of America's Libraries Report<https://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2023/04/national-library-week-kicks…> - ALA, 4/24/23 (Top 10 artwork is available for download at: https://bit.ly/ALA-Top10) Have a great weekend, 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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Library Assistant Job Posting
by Lauren Perkins 28 Apr '23

28 Apr '23

Library Assistant ________________________________ This is a part-time position that works under the direction of the Library Director. Coordinates and implements the library’s MeLCat and Homebound programs, supervises hourly rate employees and volunteers, supervises circulation processes, processes library materials and compiles general library statistics for reports. Complete job description can be found here<https://www.cityofbr.org/Librarian's%20Assistant%20MeL%20Homebound%20Circ%20Supervisor%208-19.pdf>. Starting hourly pay: $15.37 https://www.cityofbr.org/government/human_resources/employment_opportunitie… Welcome to Big Rapids, MI<https://www.cityofbr.org/government/human_resources/employment_opportunitie…> Welcome to Big Rapids, MI www.cityofbr.org Any questions can be directed to Human Resources at 231-592-4007 or hr(a)cityorbr.org. Application are due by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 17, 2023. Position open until filled. City of Big Rapids is an equal opportunity employer and provider. Lauren Perkins Library Director Big Rapids Community Library | City of Big Rapids [mobilePhone] 231 796 1055 | 231 250 0513 [emailAddress] lauren(a)bigrapidslibrary.org [website] www.bigrapidslibrary.org<https://www.bigrapidslibrary.org/> [address] 426 S Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307 [cid:1ae76516-ee35-4a43-a64b-0d3cc47c31ce]

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Collection development policies
by IB Britney Dillon 28 Apr '23

28 Apr '23

Hi, all- Is there anyone out there who has a good SCHOOL library collection development policy/collection maintenance policy? I am working with a local school district to update their policies, and would love any samples that you might have. Thanks! Britney Dillon (she/her/hers) Library Director Alvah N. Belding Memorial Library 302 E. Main St. Belding, MI 48809 616.794.1450 "You want weapons? We're in a library. Books are the best weapon in the world. This room's the greatest arsenal we could have. Arm yourself!" - The Doctor

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Policy request
by Amber Hughey 28 Apr '23

28 Apr '23

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ALA #TakeActionDay!
by Lester, Kathy 27 Apr '23

27 Apr '23

Today is *#TakeActionForLibrariesDay,* a part of the National Library Week Celebration. ALA is asking all advocates to take action by asking your US Legislators to endorse the Right to Read Act and support equity of access to effective school libraries staffed by certified school librarians. It is easy to take action at this link: https://t.co/Oa2kTyeJpe Here is one Twitter post about this: https://twitter.com/ALALibrary/status/1651613954177728514 Please take action and spread the word! Below is some information about the US Right to Read Act 2023. Thank you so much! --Kathy Lester As AASL President, I'm so excited to announce that Senator Reed and Representative Grijalva reintroduced the Right to Read Act yesterday with endorsement from ALA, AASL, NEA, AFT, NCTE, and PEN America. AASL has worked diligently and collaboratively with the ALA Public Policy and Advocacy Office and Senator Reed's and Representative Grijalva's Offices on this bill which is intended to increase equity of access for all students to effective school libraries staffed by state-certified school librarians. It supports recruitment, retention, and professional development for state-certified school librarians. The legislation also protects the Constitutional rights of students to access information and school libraries and would extend liability protection to all education staff including school librarians. Finally, the Right to Read Act improves federal collection of statistics about school libraries. Here are: Senator Reed's Tweet: https://twitter.com/SenJackReed/status/1651320178364252160 Senator Reed's Press Release: https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/as-some-states-seek-to-ban-librar… ALA's Press Release: https://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2023/04/ala-aasl-praise-library-leg… Kathy Lester, MLIS, MA *Advocacy Co-Chair, Past-President 2014, * Michigan Association of School Librarians (MASL) *President, 2022-2023* American Association of School Librarians (AASL) *Councilor At Large* American Library Association (ALA) *School Library Media Specialist / Technology Coach, * *East Middle School, Plymouth-Canton Schools* *SL21 Model Library, 2017-2018* *SL21 Exemplary Ranking - Michigan School Libraries for the 21st Century 2019-2022* *ISTE Making IT Happen Award Winner* *2017 MAME Michigan School Library Program of the Year* *2012 **State Librarian's Excellence Award Winner* kathyL(a)mimasl.org twitter: @LibraryL <https://twitter.com/LibraryL> "Every school librarian is a leader; every learner has a school librarian" --American Association of School Librarians <http://www.ala.org/aasl/sites/ala.org.aasl/files/content/advocacy/tools/doc…> (AASL)

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Resources for working with challenging Friends Group
by Elizabeth Campion 27 Apr '23

27 Apr '23

Hi! I'm looking for information on the requirements of a Friends of the Library Group to be deemed active. I realize some groups have bylaws that require regular meetings, treasurer's reports, etc. But what if a group does not have bylaws. As a 501(c)3 are they required to have regular meetings? What if they don't? What if a group is raising money through used book sales in the library but has not given any of the proceeds to the library in years? What other requirements might there be for a group to maintain its status. Thank you, Elizabeth Campion, President Board of Trustees Harper Woods Public Library

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Free: DVD cases
by Melissa Goins 27 Apr '23

27 Apr '23

Good afternoon, We have about 80 DVD cases (non-locking) that need a new home. We use locking cases and move them immediately. They are new. A handful are Blu-ray. Send your RIDES code if you would like them. ~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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