September 2023 - Michlib-l

Free Covid Tests from US DHHS
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 25 Sep '23

25 Sep '23

Hello! The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is once again offering free Covid test kits. To order the free kits, people just need to go to https://www.covid.gov/tests In addition, https://www.covid.gov/ offers additional information on managing Covid and mitigating risk. Take care! 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. "If there is any fixed star in our constitutional constellation,it is that no official, high or petty, can prescribe what shall be orthodox in politics, nationalism, religion, or other matters of opinion...." West Va. Bd. Of Ed. V. Barnette, 319 U.S., at 642. The Michigan School Meals program allows for all public school students, grades Pre-K to 12, to eat breakfast and lunch for free. Learn more<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/food/michigan-school-meals>. [cid:image001.jpg@01D9EF8F.74E5A870]

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CSLP Newsletter: September 2023
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 25 Sep '23

25 Sep '23

View this email in your browser<https://mailchi.mp/4a834d879321/cslp-newsletter-august-6668038?e=c18caf2bb6> [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/ed31fdf7-bdb…] 2026 Theme and 2027 Program Announcements On September 13th & 14th the CSLP Staff, Board-of-Directors, State Representatives, and Committee Chairs gathered virtually for our 2023 Annual Meeting! Many great discussions were had, and business matters accomplished. Representatives also voted on the 2026 Slogan/2027 Theme and the winners are: * Slogan for the 2026 dinosaur theme will be "Unearth a Story." * Theme for the 2027 program will be Mystery / Detective / Suspense. As always, libraries are encouraged to reach out to their CSLP Representatives<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> to learn more about the Collaborative, and library staff are also encouraged to volunteer to serve on a CSLP committee<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> (applications close October 3, 2023). [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/8aca5585-c507-bb…] [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/58f4791f-752a-dc…] Adventure Begins with...Bookmarks Our bookmark selections have some upgrades for 2024! All standard bookmarks are now double-sided, with English on one side and Spanish on the other. We've also added a 4th design with the early literacy artwork for even more options. These are the same size as last year (2 ¼ " x 6") and packaged in the same quantities of 200 per pack. In addition, we're trying out another uncut bookmark option that we're calling "All Ages." This package will feature the four standard bookmark designs and are also double-sided with English/Spanish. When cut, these will measure the same as the standard bookmarks and are sold in packages of 200. If you're a fan of the original uncut bookmark featuring the children's artwork, these are still available in packages of 200. Don't forget about the magnetic bookmarks that help keep those dog-eared pages away! These bookmarks slip securely over the book's pages and are held in place by magnets on either side. Measuring 2 ½ " x 3", these come in packages of 12 and will feature the same four standard bookmark designs. [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/318b78d9-1374-e5…] [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/34c51fac-1664-5d…] Success Stories How are other libraries using the CSLP theme? The Wead Libr[https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/a37bb939-07… in New York hosted an Elephant & Piggie Friendship Party. For the 2023 Summer Reading Program, the library decided to stick closely with the themes of friendship, unity, and kindness. Partygoers helped Gerald and Piggie get ready for a party while reading "I Am Invited to a Party!" by Mo Willems before jumping into a simple but fun craft. With the use of paper, cupcake liners, and glue each attendee created their own versions of Gerald and Piggie. Each child was able to leave the party with a new stuffed animal of their choice. [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/2cf4042d-125f-70… the Onondaga Free Library in New York - This summer, with the All Together Now theme of community, we invited community helpers to join in our Family Storytimes. Special guests included firefighters from Onondaga Hill Volunteer Fire Department, a trash collector from Dependable Disposal, a deputy from Onondaga County Sheriff's Office and an EMT from WAVES. Families loved learning about their roles in the community as well as checking out their vehicles! Located at the heart of Lake Livingston, 80 miles north of Houston, the Onalaska area is a popular vacation and retirement community that still retains a small-town quality with a country atmosphere-offering outdoor and recreational activities that provide fun for all ages. Leveraging these features, the Onalaska Public Library dedicated this summer's library program to fostering community connections with weekly topics and reading-themed events focusing on kindness, friendship, and unity. Programming showcased guest speakers from local businesses, the farming community, and library volunteers who introduced families to skills like sending cards of gratitude, reflecting on the community's unique history, and caring for pollinators. There was even a photo contest encouraging the community to"share their bloomers" as flowers are a great place to find pollinators - flowers' little friends who bring kindness and unity to our yards! Moreover, participants collaborated to create a Kindness Wreath and a Favorite Place to Read quilt that will be auctioned or raffled off at the December Auxiliary Fundraiser. In conclusion, Director Sherry Brecheen states that her favorite part was "hearing children reflect on books they were reading at home. Knowing that we are changing lives and giving hope for a promising future makes the job worth all the effort."[https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/_compresseds/5237a129-0…] CSLP Summer Symposium - Save the Date! [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/3620c76c-72f7-59…] The Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) will host our 3rd annual CSLP Summer Symposium. This half day virtual offering is for public library staff to connect, learn, and collaborate as we plan for summer library programming around the upcoming theme of Adventure Begins at your Library. Scheduled for Thursday, December 07, 2023, speakers and topics will be announced soon. To view the archived recordings from previous Summer Symposiums, go to: https://www.cslpreads.org/summer-symposium/<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> Was this forwarded to you? Click here to sign up for your own copy of the newsletter!<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> [Facebook]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> [Pinterest]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> [Twitter]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> [Website]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> Copyright © 2023 Collaborative Summer Library Program, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website.

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Out of the office
by jhelme-day＠tecumsehlibrary.org 24 Sep '23

24 Sep '23

I will be out of the office beginning Wednesday, September 20 due to illness. If you need immediate assistance, please contact our Administrative Assistant, Jennifer Crane, at jcrane(a)tecumsehlibrary.org.    Thank you, Jody Helme-Day

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Out of the office
by jhelme-day＠tecumsehlibrary.org 23 Sep '23

23 Sep '23

I will be out of the office beginning Wednesday, September 20 due to illness. If you need immediate assistance, please contact our Administrative Assistant, Jennifer Crane, at jcrane(a)tecumsehlibrary.org.    Thank you, Jody Helme-Day

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Out of the office
by jhelme-day＠tecumsehlibrary.org 22 Sep '23

22 Sep '23

I will be out of the office beginning Wednesday, September 20 due to illness. If you need immediate assistance, please contact our Administrator, Jennifer Crane, at jcrane(a)tecumsehlibrary.org.    Thank you, Jody Helme-Day

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LP books are gone!
by Deb Hemmye 22 Sep '23

22 Sep '23

The large print books are all spoken for. Thank you all for helping us clean up our work room! 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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Free LP books
by Deb Hemmye 22 Sep '23

22 Sep '23

We have the attached large print books we've weeded from our collection. They are in excellent, barely-read condition and we have about this many more if anyone is interested. I'm willing to ship individual titles and can send more pics if interested. 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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Animal show reccomendations
by Jen Munoz 21 Sep '23

21 Sep '23

It's that time of year again where we start thinking about Summer Reading Programming. We are looking for an animal centric event for one of our outdoor weekly events. We had Critchlow Alligators this past summer and they were great. Hoping for something else this next year. Price range is 300-500. Thanks in advance Jen -- Jen Munoz Programming Coordinator Buchanan District Library 269-695-3681

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Music books
by BillieJo Bluemer 21 Sep '23

21 Sep '23

Hello, I asked earlier for suggestions on a "music instrument library of things" and want to share after working with the family it was agreed the many instruments would be more useful and better suited to a band program. The same family would now like for us to expand our section on music books and I'm having trouble finding the types of books they would like. We are hoping to find books on individual instruments with history of instruments and including a brief basic section on how to play the instrument. We are not looking for books used in a beginning band program and we'd like the books to be for middle schoolers and higher. The family is looking for something similar to the "Learn to Play Series" by Frank Cappelli (pictured below) which we already own. Would you please share if you know of anything similar or suggest other possible music books? I appreciate anyone with musical knowledge sharing information. Thank you. BillieJo Bluemer Director Rauchholz Memorial Library 1140 N Hemlock Rd Hemlock MI 48626 989-642-8621

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Upcoming Infopeople Courses - Foundations of Library Services, Leadership in Small and Rural, and more!
by Califa Group 21 Sep '23

21 Sep '23

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