May 2023 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

New MeL Social Media Graphics (July-September 2023)
by Laura Warren-Gross 30 May '23

30 May '23

Good Morning! There are updated social media graphics and text you can use to promote the MeL eResources for July-September 2023 on the MeL website. Feel free to use them in your promotion of MeL on social media, in your newsletters, and via email. The updated graphics and text can be downloaded here: Library Staff - Digital and Print Assets to Promote MeL (2021) - Michigan eLibrary at Michigan eLibrary, Library of Michigan<https://mel.org/library-staff/promote/digital-print-assets> [scroll down to Social Resources (July-Sept 2023)] Interested in further MeL eResource training? In-person and virtual training options available throughout all of Michigan! Request a training—free in-person and virtual training available for both K-12 educators and public library staff in Michigan<https://www.mcls.org/mel/mel-databases/mel-engagementtraining-request/>. If you need MeL eResource support, email melerhelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:melerhelp@mcls.org>. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. Laura 😊 Laura Warren-Gross MeL Engagement Specialist for Public Libraries Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-481-2022 warren-grossl(a)mcls.org [cid:image001.png@01D992E4.E4754630] 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:image002.png@01D992E4.E4754630]

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Job Posting: FT Adult Services Librarian, Ferndale Area District Library
by Kricket Hoekstra 26 May '23

26 May '23

The Ferndale Area District Library is seeking a creative and enthusiastic team player to join our Adult Services department. The ideal candidate should have excellent interpersonal skills, a passion for connecting people with resources, and a commitment to equity and inclusion while serving a diverse community. Position: Full-time Adult Services Librarian Hours: 40 hours/week, including evenings and weekends Salary: Begins at $48,000/year as part of a 10-step wage scale Benefits: Blue Cross Blue Shield (medical, dental, vision, Rx), Life/AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability, 401(a) plan, Optional 457 and Roth IRA plans offered, paid holidays, PTO, paid professional memberships and development opportunities Classification: Union Represented Please see the attached job description for more information. Please submit a resume, cover letter, three professional references, and a completed employment application <https://www.fadl.org/sites/default/files/About%20Us/fadl-employment-app-fil…> as a single PDF document to kricket(a)fadl.org* by June 11th, 2023. *Only electronic submissions will be accepted. The Ferndale Area District Library is an equal opportunity employer. Thank you, Kricket Hoekstra she/her Head of Adult Services Ferndale Area District Library 248-546-2504 Ext. 696

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 26 May '23

26 May '23

Resources Reminder: Detroit Zoo Coupons for Summer Reading Now Available! Once again, The Detroit Zoological Society is providing promo codes for a free children's ticket (with the purchase of an adult ticket) prize for completing summer reading goals. Tickets must be purchased online using the link provided on each regional flyer. Tickets must be purchased between June 1-August 31st, however those tickets can be scheduled for a Zoo visit through December 31, 2023. Due to the Zoo's need for data, there are different codes for various regions and the easiest way for them to create those regions was based on the Michigan Library Cooperatives map<https://i0.wp.com/micoops.info/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/mi_coop_map_2020-…>. Please print and distribute flyers to pass to patrons who have completed a reading goal according to the region in which your library is located. These links are not for sharing out publicly. * Detroit Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nM8-A9CFGhJxv-yr9gGE98Iu_EyFpMhj/view?usp=…> * Lakeland Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iyPK5Rsi1HnpMRh1i1SWcfyuMWhV5fG-/view?usp=…> * The Library Network<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zPCwQl7Y4bIjgMP8I3s3ETzD9Qxyf2ex/view?usp=…> * Mideastern Michigan Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eiOqVicnG9CvKOOZ3II0tFdkmVFaQ5Qq/view?usp=…> * Mid-Michigan Library League<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MEQuatMXdRo07FWN6NCAcqNGM3y5to4m/view?usp=…> * Northland Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ylmBsaqxaz_BGfiB0P69RnJ5TN3ikhkA/view?usp=…> * Superiorland Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HuSVVTG2TahkrwJbq3sgcVoD7hjSXg_t/view?usp=…> * Southwest Michigan Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pqWsZ9SIKuIKH3PjqvCpHDtywWibu5ub/view?usp=…> * Suburban Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1blyAmXQ5Az14MWTGsfDPj7nJvBEQivoa/view?usp=…> * White Pine Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wVn6r2e-Z8UF7iTu49BDsH1pMKoaudly/view?usp=…> * Woodlands Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QiHHBEZA-ezi3iezudmnc4eG5K82KB67/view?usp=…> If none of these Cooperatives apply for your library, there is a General flyer<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1t2EAHymZgaIUhVHmGcFNQWlRHNiEARSz/view?usp=…> available in the Zoo's Flyer Folder<https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Yn9eGNo2E3GF9Y1xf8d53MGqFB2u83Jf?us…>. A huge "Thank you!" to the DZS for supporting libraries and summer reading! The Michigan Supreme Court Learning Center is offering Exploring Careers in the Law moot court programs for high school students (rising 10th graders through 2023 graduates) in Lansing (July 17-21) and Detroit (July 28). There isn't a cost to attend, but these are day programs only, and students are responsible for transportation and travel costs. Registration is required; applicants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Download the application/Flyer<https://www.courts.michigan.gov/49311a/siteassets/msc-learning-center/mootc…> to share with your teens. More information is available at courts.mi.gov/learningcenter<https://courts.mi.gov/learningcenter>. The Michigan Supreme Court's Public Information Office just posted about Exploring Careers in the Law on social media, via a plug for Justitia, the Learning Center's educator e-newsletter<https://www.courts.michigan.gov/courts/supreme-court/learning-center/educat…>, which might also be of interest to librarians - anyone can subscribe. You can also have your library follow them on social: https://www.facebook.com/misupremecourt/ or https://twitter.com/misupremecourt. The MI Supreme Court Learning Center also has lots of Educational Resources<https://www.courts.michigan.gov/courts/supreme-court/learning-center/educat…> about courts for students (elementary and up) and the general public. Great for research and/or homework help. Questions should go to: Rachael L. Drenovsky, Michigan Supreme Court Learning Center, Phone: 517-373-5027 (direct), Email: drenovskyr(a)courts.mi.gov<mailto:drenovskyr@courts.mi.gov>. Web: courts.mi.gov/learningcenter<https://courts.mi.gov/learningcenter> ALSC's Trauma-Informed Supervision for Library Leaders Webinar Series Details & Registration<https://elearning.ala.org/local/catalog/view/product.php?productid=932> It is not uncommon for library workers to be exposed to primary or vicarious trauma over the course of their career. According to the recent Urban Library Trauma Study, nearly 70% of respondents shared that they had experienced violent or aggressive behavior from patrons, while 22% indicated that they experienced similar behavior from their own coworkers. Through an understanding of trauma-informed practices, library administrators and managers can better support staff in their service to the public while fostering an organizational culture of safety, trust, and inclusion. In this two-part webinar series, participants will learn various trauma-informed approaches and explore how to apply these concepts within their own library. In the News... U.S. surgeon general: I am concerned about social media and youth mental health<https://wapo.st/43njbbb> - The Washington Post, 5/24/23 Have a good Memorial 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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MCLS office Memorial Day closing
by Mary Ruthko 26 May '23

26 May '23

The MCLS offices will be closed beginning 3 p.m. Eastern (2 p.m. Central) today, May 26, though Monday, May 29 in honor of Memorial Day. We will be back on Tuesday, May 30 to answer your MCLS, MeL eResources, MeLCat, and RIDES questions. MeL eResources: melerhelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:melerhelp@mcls.org> MeLCat: melcathelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:melcathelp@mcls.org> RIDES: https://mcls.org/rideshelp Accounting: accounting(a)mcls.org<mailto:accounting@mcls.org> Engagement & Consulting: engagement(a)mcls.org<mailto:engagement@mcls.org> Group Purchasing: services(a)mcls.org<mailto:services@mcls.org> MCLS Training: training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org> Membership: membership(a)mcls.org<mailto:membership@mcls.org> Mary Ruthko (she/her) Marketing and Communication Coordinator Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-507-4149 ruthkom(a)mcls.org<mailto:ruthkom@mcls.org> [cid:9f1b4e33-1140-4dc7-83d8-8d298e7e0be6] 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:33c58f41-6e3a-46cb-9595-49649f6b35ff]<https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/82504839b07649009896aaa10a3d2395…> Book time to meet with me<https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/82504839b07649009896aaa10a3d2395…>

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Programming and Outreach Assistant
by SF Director Account 26 May '23

26 May '23

The Fruitport District Library is seeking an enthusiastic and energetic individual with wonderful ideas for outreach and programming for the whole community! Fruitport District Library (FDL) strives to connect people to the transforming power of knowledge. The Library Assistant will be one who is passionate about providing patrons with an excellent reading and educational adventure. General Summary: Oversees circulation operations, assists patrons, performs technical and technological services, plans and performs programming, and other projects assigned by the director. Responsibilities: ·Assists patrons in checking materials in and out, with questions about materials, accounts, and fines, and selecting new reading material based on patron interests ·Assist patrons with technological questions, including use of the copy/fax machine and computers ·Process interlibrary loans and shelving materials quickly and accurately ·Assist in planning and running programming throughout the year for kids, teens, and adults including the Summer Reading Program, StoryWalk, and Mall Reads ·Assisting the director in Outreach programs to local daycares, schools, and assisted living spaces ·Perform other duties as assigned by the Library Director Job Requirements ·Ability to interact courteously and tactfully with the public. ·Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, with other staff members. ·Ability to learn and follow library policies and procedures. ·Ability to accurately organize alphabetically and numerically. ·Ability to count and handle money. ·Ability to work with computers, computer applications, and on the Internet. ·Ability to troubleshoot basic technological issues. ·Ability to work both independently and under moderate supervision. ·Ability to bend, reach, crouch, and occasionally lift/carry up to 50 pounds. Education and Experience ·High school diploma or equivalent required ·Some library experience preferred ·Experience with children and families preferred Hours and Compensation ·10-15 hours per week, additional hours in summer and covering staff vacations ·Flexibility appreciated within monthly schedule ·$13 an hour Contact the library at (231) 366-6107 if you have any questions. Resumes and cover letters can be emailed to Rose Dillion at rdillon(a)fruitporttownship.com. Position reports to Matt Lubbers-Moore, the Library Director. Matt Lubbers-Moore, Director Fruitport District Library (231) 366-6107 www.fruitportdistrictlibrary.org

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Position Available: Public Services Librarian
by jskinner＠otsego.org 25 May '23

25 May '23

Read Learn and Grow on the 45th parallel! Located exactly halfway between the North Pole and the Equator, the Otsego County Library is seeking a Public Services Librarian to join our flourishing community and organization. Otsego County is located in scenic Northern Lower Michigan which offers more than 90 inland lakes, acres of forests and endless trails. Apply now to the Otsego County Library! A complete job description is available at: http://www.otsegocountylibrary.org For more information about Otsego County, see https://www.gaylordmichigan.net/ or https://www.gaylordchamber.com/ To apply, please send a resume along with cover letter and references to: jskinner(a)otsego.org <mailto:jskinner@otsego.org> For more information, please contact: Jackie Skinner Director Otsego County Library 700 South Otsego Avenue Gaylord, Michigan 49735 (989)732-5841

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Social Media Behavior policy
by Laura Puckett 25 May '23

25 May '23

I'm curious what other libraries have in regards to Social Media Behavior Policies and where you have it available for your patrons? Thank you! -- Laura Puckett PR and Technology Instruction Associate Librarian Van Buren District Library 200 N Phelps St Decatur, MI 49045 269-423-4771

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Karaoke program and licensing question
by Laura MacLellan 25 May '23

25 May '23

Hello all, I'm a librarian at a public library. I would like to run a karaoke program for our patrons. However, the library director has some concerns about licensing. Have any of you run karaoke before, and if so, how did you deal with licensing? Best, Laura Laura MacLellan, MLIS Circulation and Reference Librarian Vicksburg District Library<http://www.vicksburglibrary.org/> lmaclellan(a)vicksburglibrary.org (269) 649-1648

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Cloud-base Financial Software
by Emily Whalen 24 May '23

24 May '23

Hello all, We have been reviewing cloud-based accounting and expense software as our current infrastructure is not sustainable in the long-term. If your Library is using a cloud-based solution, can you please indicate which one and the pros and cons you have encountered? Finding similar industries using these types of systems has become harder than originally thought. Thank you so much & Happy Wednesday! Emily Whalen Finance Manager Kent District Library | Service Center D: 616.647.4123|M: 616.302.6366|Pronouns: she/her/hers [cid:d2e8fcaa-985d-4cdf-a3c6-351b0706cd8e]<http://kdl.org/>

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Canton Public Library Job Opening - Substitute Librarian
by Sean Bewick 24 May '23

24 May '23

Do you love working with people? Do you crave flexibility in your hours? Come work as a substitute librarian at Canton Public Library. CPL is a dynamic library with a diverse patron base. We are seeking substitutes who enjoy being busy, and like working with a variety of audiences. Substitutes work at our Main and Youth service desks and cover all types of reference and reader's advisory. SCHEDULED HOURS AND COMPENSATION * As needed, including evenings and weekends * $19.18-$23.03 per hour APPLICATION INFORMATION If you are interested in joining our team, please submit a complete application packet to: Marian Nicholson, Department Head - Business Services Canton Public Library 1200 S. Canton Center Road Canton, MI 48188 jobs(a)cantonpl.org<mailto:jobs@cantonpl.org> Application Deadline: 9:00 PM on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 Only complete application packets (that include a current CPL application form<https://www.cantonpl.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/106/2021/08/CPL_Employmen…>, resume and cover letter) received or postmarked by 9:00 PM on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 will be considered. Incomplete application packets will not be reviewed. Please see the attached job posting for further details. To view other available positions, please visit the CPL Jobs and Volunteering site here<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.cantonpl.org_jobs_…>. Thank you, [cid:image002.png@01D98E4F.5AB6F2C0] Sean Bewick HR Specialist bewicks(a)cantonpl.org<mailto:bewicks@cantonpl.org> Canton Public Library 1200 S. Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188 734-394-1068

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