January 2024 - Michlib-l

Summer Programming Slogan for 2027 and 2028 Themes survey open!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 09 Jan '24

09 Jan '24

Have you ever thought about where summer library themes and slogans come from? Who thinks them up? How we select each year's slogan? Well, the answer is YOU! Each year the Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) seeks feedback from Michigan library staff for future summer slogan and theme suggestions. Libraries from across the nation also contribute, and together, we come to consensus. Now is your time to be heard! Please complete this brief survey<https://forms.gle/ertcz2EMkqtvcVC49> to suggest a slogan for the 2027 theme of Mystery/Detective/Suspense and afresh, new theme for 2028. Some tips for developing themes and slogans: * Adaptable for all ages * Translatable into Spanish * Avoid puns and wordplay * Catchy, memorable, concise * Inclusive, accessible, applicable across settings For a list of previous themes and slogans go to: https://www.cslpreads.org/themes-and-slogans/. Please share your suggestions<https://forms.gle/ertcz2EMkqtvcVC49> by Friday, February 16th, 2024. Thank you, 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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Job Posting - Detroit Public Library - Assistant Manager
by Tiffani Simon 09 Jan '24

09 Jan '24

Greetings All: Please review the attached. Regards, Tiffani M. Simon, MLIS, MBA Assistant Director, Human Resources Detroit Public Library 5201 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI 48202 (p) 313.481.1330 (m) 313.269.4044 (f) 313.481.1482 tsimon(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org "The Detroit Public Library enlightens and empowers people by providing Diverse and Dynamic Pathways to Literacy and Learning."

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Crafting/Gardening Books Needed
by Anna Merritt 09 Jan '24

09 Jan '24

Hello All, I am in need of 20 or so large, glossy paged craft/gardening books for an upcoming craft program. If anyone has any in their book sale/withdrawal piles and would be willing to send them through RIDES, it would be most appreciated. Attn: Anna ZV283 Thanks so much!!! Anna Merritt (she/her) Assistant Director / Interloan Specialist Richland Community Library 8951 Park Street Richland, MI 49083 (269) 629-9085 ZV283 https://www.richlandlibrary.org/ -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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2024 Labor Law Poster ordering is open
by Kate Pohjola Andrade 09 Jan '24

09 Jan '24

Hello Michigan Library Friends, The ordering period for the* 2024 Labor Law Poster* set is open now. You can ONLY reserve your set by filling out the form found at this link: https://forms.gle/5S2dXF5jMGSUje5W8 Labor Law Posters are required for all work locations and need to be current. Woodlands Library Cooperative purchases our sets through the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, which keeps funds in Michigan, and best of all, you can tell those aggressive and sometimes shady vendors who hound you and your staff that you're taken care of for the year. *Pricing*: $30 per set and there's only one option - a one sheet laminated poster this year. We will ship to your library in a poster tube, along with a copy of your invoice. WLC's pricing includes any and all updates from the Michigan Chamber throughout the year. *Deadline: Monday, January, 29, 2024 at 5:00pm* The form: https://forms.gle/5S2dXF5jMGSUje5W8 Questions? Get in touch! Thank you! kate -- Kate Pohjola Andrade <https://namedrop.io/katepohjolaandrade> (she/her/hers) Woodlands Library Cooperative <https://woodlands.lib.mi.us> 517-629-9460 / 586-801-0725 - cell/text *No Reservation Recommendations* <https://nrr.ninja>: your source for colleague-approved vendors! Schedule a meeting <https://doodle.com/bp/katepohjolaandrade/meet-with-me>

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Program Recommendation
by Arleen Wood 09 Jan '24

09 Jan '24

Hi, I wanted to share information on classical guitarist that we've had 3 times and have never been disappointed - Peter Fletcher. He has played at Carnegie Hall and has a house in Detroit (as well as New York City) so he's not too far away to travel. Attendance is always good (75-100 people), which we hold at local community theater - the acoustics are good! I think he likes people and feels honored that they took time out of their day to come to the concert. He always meets them after the concert to talk music or just say hello. I usually let the music teachers at local schools know so they can pass the word to their students. We do get a wide variety of people attending. He's a pleasure to work with and his fee is not unreasonable. It is similar to other performers we have had. Last year it was $650 all inclusive. Concerts run about 70 minutes. If you are interested, I've included a link below for more information. https://peterfletcher.com/ --

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Packing mailers
by Ashley Frost 09 Jan '24

09 Jan '24

We have one tote of various size packing mailers for MeL available. If you interested, send me your RIDES code. Thanks! Ashley Frost Financial Services Manager Charlotte Community Library 226 S Bostwick Charlotte, Mi 48813 517-543-8859

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National PBS Book Readers Club: Detroit Public Television
by Jim Flury 09 Jan '24

09 Jan '24

All, Sharing something I thought might be of interest, and hoping this hasn't already been posted. Apologies for the duplication if so. [ https://www.infodocket.com/2024/01/08/just-launched-new-year-new-chapter-fo… | https://www.infodocket.com/2024/01/08/just-launched-new-year-new-chapter-fo… ] Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Note New Fax Number: 248-716-5584 Note New Email Address:jflury@tln.org

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Requirements for disposal of weeded books
by Jesse Shirtz 08 Jan '24

08 Jan '24

Hello, Does anyone else have to jump through these hoops to remove items from their collection? Could any libraries required to do any of the following (or something similar) please email me the specifics of them? I'd be happy to compile the results and share. Thank you! 1. Submit a list of weeded items to a governing body (Council, Board, etc.) for approval prior to disposal. 2. Place weeded/approved items on bid/make them for sale prior to disposal. I'm trying to find anyone who's process is similar to ours: Items weeded from collection, itemized list sent to City Council monthly to be declared surplus, items placed on bid (like a silent auction), placed for sale, or sent to a company like Sustainable Shelves<https://ssp.baker-taylor.com/>, remainder recycled/given away. Thank you! Jesse Jesse Shirtz (she/her<https://pronouns.org/>) Library Director Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library 317 N. Main Street Ishpeming, MI 49849 906-486-4381 www.ishpeminglibrary.info<http://www.ishpeminglibrary.info> Chair Great Lakes Great Books Award<http://www.michiganreading.org/great-lakes-great-books> Michigan Reading Association

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FW: MiALA 2024 Conference call for presentations
by Julie A Garrison 08 Jan '24

08 Jan '24

Reminder, MiALA is accepting presentation proposals for the 2024 Conference through January 19, 2024. See call below and in the attached PDF document. Julie Garrison Dean, University Libraries Western Michigan University she/her From: Julie A Garrison <julie.garrison(a)wmich.edu> Date: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at 5:24 PM To: mi-ala-news <mi-ala-news(a)mcls.org> Subject: MiALA 2024 Conference call for presentations Michigan Academic Library Association (MiALA) 2024 Annual Conference: Call for Presentation Proposals Libraries: Where Ideas Take Flight "Libraries: Where Ideas Take Flight" captures the curiosity, optimism, and technological innovation propelling academic libraries on an ascent towards new heights. As skilled navigators of knowledge, academic library workers are entrusted to ensure our communities' smooth voyage into intellectual exploration. Have you implemented a forward-looking approach, developed a best practice, or have an engaging idea or project to share? If so, join us as a copilot on this journey, inspiring attendees with ideas that will shape the trajectory of librarianship and academic libraries into the future. MiALA invites you and your colleagues to submit presentation proposals for the 9th annual conference to be held in-person, May 15-17, 2024 at The Fetzer Center, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI. Participation from librarians, library staff, LIS students, and administrators from all types of academic libraries is encouraged. MiALA membership is not required to submit a proposal. We welcome proposals on topics covering any aspect of academic libraries. We are seeking the following presentation formats: * Presentations, panels, or moderated discussion sessions (45 min.) * Individual or group presentations, panel sessions, and moderated discussion sessions are all welcome. Each of these sessions will be 45 minutes, including a Q&A. * Interactive workshops (105 min.) * An opportunity to teach and explore current and emerging topics in a collaborative atmosphere. Workshops encourage a hands-on experience that may combine active learning, collaboration, and discussion. * Lightning Talks (10 min.) * A short individual presentation addressing a specific topic or project. Lightning talks provide attendees the opportunity to hear about a range of innovative ideas from a broad and varied group of colleagues in a short amount of time. Lightning talks will be grouped into sessions that may or may not be themed. Lightning talk sessions will be 45 minutes, including a Q&A. Along with presenter(s) information, program proposals must include title, presentation format, presentation description (up to 300 words), short abstract (up to 75 words), and learning objective(s). Proposals will be evaluated on relevance to the conference theme, impact on academic libraries and higher education, originality, creativity, and clarity. For workshops, include plans for interactivity and audience engagement in the session description. If you have a topic you’d like to explore and are looking for collaborators, consider adding your session idea to the Breakout Session Collaboration<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/1GCQ45iTfsMH0Olzfi1HUhjQskytxl0D…> spreadsheet. This spreadsheet is not monitored by MiALA or the Program Committee and is not part of the official submission process. Please submit your breakout session proposal using the application form located here<https://www.memberleap.com/members/form.php?orgcode=MALA&fid=6715791> by January 19, 2024. The primary contact listed on each proposal will receive a message indicating receipt of the proposal when it is submitted and decisions on proposals will be communicated to the primary contact in late January or early February. Questions about proposals can be sent to julie.garrison(a)wmich.edu<mailto:julie.garrison@wmich.edu>. Questions about the conference in general can be sent to conference(a)miala.org<mailto:conference@miala.org>.

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Free Lights - Pick-up Only
by Shauna Quick 08 Jan '24

08 Jan '24

We are in the process of switching to LED bulbs and fixtures. Fluorescent bulbs are available for free to anyone who wants them and will pick them up. GE F32T8 Linear Fluorescent Bulb, 4ft Nominal Long, T8 *Open Box QTY: 28* GE F25T8 Linear Fluorescent Bulb, 3ft Nominal Long, T8 *Open Box QTY: 17* Philips F17T8 Linear Fluorescent Bulb. 2ft Nominal Long, T8 *Open Box QTY: 5 Unopened Box Qty: 24* *Always, * *Shauna Quick* Implementation Manager, MLIS Brandon Township Public Library 304 South St. Ortonville, MI 48462 (248)627-1472 squick(a)brandonlibrary.org *ENGAGE **•** EDUCATE **•** ENRICH **•** EMPOWER* No Reservation Recommendations: your source for colleague-approved vendors! https://nrr.ninja/

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