January 2024 - Michlib-l

Cedar Springs Library Director Opening
by Carol Dawe 30 Jan '24

30 Jan '24

Good afternoon, The Cedar Springs Public Library Board is seeking an enthusiastic, engaging, self-starter to serve as their director in this growing and thriving rural community located just twenty miles north of downtown Grand Rapids. With a growing population of 10,123, and a budget of approximately $250,000 with significant additional revenue being added in each of the next three years, Cedar Springs Public Library will continue to provide, improve and enhance its physical and digital materials, online databases, services, programs, and resources for all ages. This position offers the best of what librarianship has to offer: a beautifully maintained facility built in 2017, a dedicated and creative staff, a supportive board and community and the ability to build on the existing strong partnerships with the city and contracting Solon township, local schools, businesses, and organizations. Salary is $57,500. For further details and information on applying: [ http://cedarspringslibrary.org/employment/ | http://cedarspringslibrary.org/employment/ ] Thanks and have a great day. Carol Carol Dawe (she/her) Cooperative Director 616-559-5253 x2001 630-207-1205 (cell-preferred number) [ http://www.llcoop.org/ | www.llcoop.org ]

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Chair suggestions
by Rebekah Dobski 30 Jan '24

30 Jan '24

Hello all, Wondering if anyone has leather (or other easy-to-clean material) chair/seating suggestions that don't quite break the bank! We recently were donated $1,000 and would like to purchase 4-6 chairs with this money, or at least have most of it covered by that. Thanks, Rebekah Dobski Library Director Hillsdale Community Library 11 E. Bacon St Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-6472 CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This communication and any attachments may contain confidential and privileged information for the use of the designated recipient named above. If you are not the designated recipient, an employee, or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this communication in error and that any review, disclosure, dissemination, distribution, or copying of it or its contents is strictly prohibited. If you receive this communication in error, please destroy all copies of this communication and any attachments and notify the sender immediately via phone, fax, or electronic mail. Thank you.

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email distribution
by Sandy Herp 30 Jan '24

30 Jan '24

I've recently accepted a Director of Engagement position at the Oxford Public Library and planning to enhance our communications and email distribution. I have a corporate background and familiar with Mailchimp, but understand that LibraryAware is a popular choice with libraries. Are there other email platforms that libraries use? [cid:image001.png@01DA5377.5A29E680]

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Fw: Join the Internet Archive’s Free Community History Web Archiving Program
by Gallo, Biz (MDE) 30 Jan '24

30 Jan '24

Passing along this information for public libraries interested in web archiving. Note: The Library of Michigan cannot endorse specific vendors or brands. Libraries should contact vendors and other experts for advice and to ensure that their choice reflects the unique needs of that library. Biz Gallo Statewide Digitization Initiatives Coordinator Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48915 GalloB(a)michigan.gov<mailto:GalloB@michigan.gov> | mi.gov/LMdigitization<http://mi.gov/LMdigitization> | 517-335-1402 she/her/hers ________________________________ Date: Mon, 29 Jan 2024 14:53:56 -0600 From: Monique Lassere <monique(a)ARCHIVE.ORG> Subject: Join the Internet Archive’s Free Community History Web Archiving Program *Apologies for cross-posting The Internet Archive is now accepting applications from public libraries, local and community archives, and other cultural heritage organizations in the United States to join Community Webs<https://communitywebs.archive-it.org/>, our Community History Web Archiving Program. Community Webs is fully funded by non-profit Internet Archive. There is no cost to participating organizations. Community Webs seeks to empower cultural heritage organizations to work with their communities to build community-focused archives of websites, social media and other web content documenting local histories and voices that are typically underrepresented in the historic record. The program offers free multi-year subscriptions to Archive-It<https://archive-it.org/> and Vault<https://webservices.archive.org/pages/vault>, training and technical support, as well as resources for networking, professional development and in support of scholarly research. Read more about Archive-It<https://archive-it.org/>, a web archiving service, and Vault<https://webservices.archive.org/pages/vault>, IA’s digital preservation repository and storage system here: https://webservices.archive.org/. We currently have 170 participants from across Canada, the US and internationally. Some examples of what our current participants have been up to include: Community Archives of Belleville & Hastings County<https://archive-it.org/home/cabhc> is building collections of websites documenting local community groups, media, and elections Regina Public Library<https://archive-it.org/home/reginalibrary> is creating web collections on local news, arts and culture, and Pride celebrations The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture @ New York Public Library<https://archive-it.org/home/schomburgcenter> is building collections on the #Syllabus Movement and other aspects of the Black experience in the US and beyond The Choctaw Cultural Center<https://archive-it.org/home/choctawculturalcenter> is creating web collections on the Nation’s history and culture, Tribal elections, and educational programs To find out more about the program, visit the Community Webs website<https://communitywebs.archive-it.org/about.html>, Call for Applications<https://communitywebs.archive-it.org/apply/>, and view our program announcements<https://communitywebs.archive-it.org/news/>. For general information about web archiving, please see here: https://netpreserve.org/web-archiving/. We are now accepting applications from United States organizations on a rolling basis. Apply online today: https://communitywebs.archive-it.org/cfa/ Have questions? Please reach out to the Community Webs team at commwebsinfo(a)archive.org or join us at the next Information Session for Prospective Members on Wednesday, February 7th, at 10am Pacific / 1pm Eastern! Register for the session here<https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUudOuurjsjHNy4ulPdwFAzJJ-z4TBx54…>. We hope to hear from you soon! Monique Lassere Program Officer, Archiving and Data Services Internet Archive monique(a)archive.org

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Book Stumper
by Trista Reno 29 Jan '24

29 Jan '24

Hi all, A young patron came in asking about a book she recently checked out and couldn't remember the title. For the life of me I cannot seem to figure out the book and I'm hoping someone on here might know. Here's the info she gave me: It's a children's book A collection of scary stories One story was about the Baby Blue urban legend Another story was about a monster in a forest NOT a chapter book She said the size and shape was similar to a picture book, but that it was for older kids. Does this ring a bell for anyone? Thank you! *Trista Reno (she/her)* Head of Information Services Commerce Township Community Library Phone: 248-669-8108 Ext. 113 Fax: 248-387-6240 -- The information contained in this electronic message is intended only for the use of the designated recipient(s). If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, use, dissemination, forwarding or copying of this message is strictly prohibited, and we request that you delete the original message and all attachments.

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 29 Jan '24

29 Jan '24

Resources FAFSA Toolkit Getting your students to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can have a high return on investment when it comes to post-secondary attainment in your building. To help Principals and other educators promote FAFSA completion, Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals (MASSP) has put together a toolkit of free resources<https://massp.com/fafsa_toolkit>. Use it, share it, and let's help Michigan students maximize their post-secondary opportunities! Take Your Child to the Library Day - 2024 Take Your Child to the Library Day<https://takeyourchildtothelibrary.org/>, an international celebration that encourages families to take their children to their local public library. Take Your Child to the Library Day is held annually on the first Saturday of February. To celebrate, libraries across the country and around the world welcome families with programs, activities, and special events. Since 2011, more than 1,735 libraries have participated, serving 56.54 million people and drawing attention to the importance of the library in the lives of children. Last year, the Take Your Child to the Library Day team launched a new public-facing website: takeyourchildtothelibrary.org<https://takeyourchildtothelibrary.org/>. The site features information about Take Your Child to the Library Day and the benefits of libraries for children, including an interactive map for families to find a participating library near them. Coming soon is a librarian resource page with information and tools to make participating even easier. We are asking for libraries across the country to register and participate. Participation is completely customizable - it can be as simple as handing out bookmarks, or as elaborate as a full day extravaganza. Registration is simple and free through this form<https://forms.gle/NV9TyfWMa2FmiU6x7>. When libraries register, they'll be placed on the map<https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1vrANMe1XODWA6rgJZB46u-l7uhotOMs&usp…> for their community to find. Libraries can get information and inspiration from these short videos: * How to register<https://www.wevideo.com/view/3174758007> * Planning your events<https://www.wevideo.com/view/3174716878> * Making a publicity plan<https://www.wevideo.com/view/3184666578> * We are held a brief info session<https://youtu.be/DetX69XaBjc?si=0jI0w0R4sktraCz9> on Thursday, October 19. Take Your Child to the Library Day is coordinated by the Connecticut Library Consortium<https://www.ctlibrarians.org/> along with co-founder Caitlin Augusta of the Stratford (CT) Library. ALSC The ALSC Professional Recognition and Scholarships Committee is currently accepting online nominations for the 2024 Distinguished Service Award. This award honors an individual member of the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) who has made significant contributions to, and an impact on, library service to children and/or ALSC. For more information and to read about past winners, visit the ALSC Distinguished Service Award page<https://www.ala.org/alsc/awardsgrants/profawards/distinguishedservice>. Click here for the link to the application<https://airtable.com/shrxGNxaGCn0qQPuw>. Nominations and supporting materials are due December 23rd, 2023! (Please note that including the nominee's ALA member number is encouraged but the Committee can get verification if needed.) If you have questions about the ALSC Distinguished Service Award process, or you're an ALA member who knows a great ALSC member (but you aren't an ALSC member yourself), please contact the co-chairs of the Professional Recognition and Scholarships Committee Elizabeth Burns (eburns(a)njstatelib.org<mailto:eburns@njstatelib.org>) and Mary Schreiber (schreiberalsc(a)gmail.com<mailto:schreiberalsc@gmail.com>) for assistance. NASA Glenn Call for Proposals NASA's Glenn Research Center in Cleveland is seeking to collaborate with organizations across the country to bring the NASA experience to new, diverse audiences. This solicitation requests event proposals to: * Reach larger audiences by leveraging the experiences of community organizations with existing high-quality events. * Strengthen community relationships by collaborating on efforts that result in increased returns on mutually desired outcomes. * Raise awareness of NASA's contributions to the nation's aeronautics and space programs. This opportunity is designed to provide organizations with: * Interactive NASA exhibits and historical artifacts to showcase NASA's missions and research. * Access to NASA subject matter experts for interactive speaking engagements. For full details, please visit the 2024 Call for Proposals: https://www.nasa.gov/centers-and-facilities/glenn/join-glenns-call-for-even…. Deadline to submit is November 24, 2023. New York Public Library's Best Books of 2023 NYPL librarians selected the year's best books for kids<https://www.nypl.org/books-more/recommendations/best-books/kids>, teens<https://www.nypl.org/books-more/recommendations/best-books/teens>, and adults<https://www.nypl.org/books-more/recommendations/best-books/adults>. In the News... Why We Need Public Libraries Now More than Ever<https://www.bostonmagazine.com/news/2023/11/12/public-libraries-boston/> - Boston Magazine, 11/12/23 Here's What Students Miss Out on When Their Schools Lack Librarians<https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/heres-what-students-miss-out-on-wh…> - Education Week, 11/15/23 CSLP's Virtual Summer Symposium: Adventure Begins at Your Library! Thursday, December 7, 2023 11 am to 4:30 pm EST Registration is open! If you're planning to attend live, register here: https://www.cslpreads.org/summer-symposium/ Not able to attend live? Sign up to receive a notice when recordings are posted<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLKDt5Cf5OWGn-VkPDeCYCM5V8rk_5QoM…>. The Collaborative Summer Library Program's Summer Symposium (FREE) is a half-day virtual offering for public library staff to connect, learn, and collaborate as we plan for summer library programming around the 2024 theme of Adventure Begins at your Library. Sessions will include: * Simplifying the Adventure of Summer Reading: Observations from a Seasoned Storyteller - Jenifer Strauss * 2024 Manual Highlights: Adventure Begins at Your Library! - Alyssa Graybeal and CSLP Manual Committee Chairs. * Once Upon an Adventure: Practical Tips for Gathering Stories to Promote Your Library - Angela Hursh * Taking Adventure Outdoors: Programming and Partnerships facilitated by Amanda Raiche Details can be find here: https://www.cslpreads.org/summer-symposium/. Not able to attend the virtual event live? Recordings will be available after the event. If you expect to only view the recorded sessions, you can sign-up at registration to have an email sent when the recordings are posted. Save the Dates Registration will open soon for the following webinars from the Library of Michigan, supported in part by the Institute for Museum and Library Services: * Tuesday, January 23rd, 2-3:30pm ET - Join us LIVE for Little Books, Big Feelings with The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Art. (Limited registration only for those who can attend LIVE, this will not be recorded) * Thursday, February 1st, 2-3:00pm ET - Zoo Adventures Begin at Your Library! Join the Detroit Zoo as we discuss fun ideas for 2024's Adventures Begin at Your Library summer programs. (Will be recorded) * Thursday, February 22nd, 2-3:30pm ET - Summer Library Programming Round Table. Bring your ideas, materials, and plans to share with others across Michigan on all things Summer Library Programming for early childhood, school-age, and teens. (Will not be recorded, so join us LIVE!) * Thursday, March 14, 2-3:00pm ET - Adventures in Summer Marketing! Learn some tips and tricks to marketing your summer library programs, plus some special materials to use. (Will be recorded) Have a Happy Thanksgiving, 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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Free Button Making Supplies!
by Tee Versele 29 Jan '24

29 Jan '24

Hello! Romulus Public Library got a GIANT box of button making supplies for a 2.5" button maker, but we actually have a 2.25" button maker, so we have no use for them. This box includes metal backings, metal blanks, and mylar circles. If anyone wants these button making supplies, we can send it in delivery through RIDES. Just send us your RIDES code if you want it :) Thanks! -- Tee Versele Head of Youth Services and Outreach Romulus Public Library 11121 Wayne Rd. Romulus, MI 48174 (734) 955-4519 Serving Romulus and Huron Township

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Temporary Card Type Info
by Rebekah Dobski 29 Jan '24

29 Jan '24

Hello LibraryLand. A week ago I sent an email asking if libraries had a temporary card type especially in regards to foster children. I have compiled all of the responses and have attached them as a PDF. I included the library and the person who contacted me about this, if YOU need to ask them more questions. A huge THANK YOU to everyone who passed along and helped crowd source this information! I appreciate this all very much as I begin to prepare to bring this to my next board meeting! If there are any further questions or comments, feel free to reach out again ! Rebekah Dobski Library Director Hillsdale Community Library 11 E. Bacon St Hillsdale, MI 49242 517-437-6472 CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This communication and any attachments may contain confidential and privileged information for the use of the designated recipient named above. If you are not the designated recipient, an employee, or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this communication in error and that any review, disclosure, dissemination, distribution, or copying of it or its contents is strictly prohibited. If you receive this communication in error, please destroy all copies of this communication and any attachments and notify the sender immediately via phone, fax, or electronic mail. Thank you.

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Closing Sunday! Library Director search - Flower Mound Public Library (TX)
by Beth Barker 29 Jan '24

29 Jan '24

Library Director - Flower Mound Public Library (TX) The Town of Flower Mound seeks a dynamic and talented leader to become the next Director of Library Services of the Flower Mound Public Library (TX)<https://www.flower-mound.com/135/Library>. Reporting to the Assistant Town Manager and working alongside the Cultural Arts Commission, the director is responsible for a $2.2 million budget, a single 40,000 square-foot building, and 23.5 FTE of staff. The library has earned The Texas Municipal Library Director's Association Achievement of Excellence Award for the past nineteen years and offers patrons a place to explore their creativity through the Creation Lab makerspace. With a supportive city government, growing population, and an experienced staff, the new director will be well positioned to make an impact right away. Key initiatives include the analysis of a growing service area, fully utilizing a recently renovated and expanded building, exploration of RFID tagging and smart returns, and completion of the 2024 strategic plan. Flower Mound has maintained its small-town charm by preserving green spaces like The Flower Mound and Heritage Park, which provide public art displays, and special events. The town provides many educational and recreational programming options at its Community Activity Center where membership is no cost to town employees. Residents enjoy access to premier entertainment options, dining destinations, and a plethora of shopping opportunities like the Grapevine Mills Mall. For those seeking an enriching cultural experience, Flower Mound offers plenty of entertainment options, including live musical performances, farmers markets, outdoor movie screenings, and 4th of July events. Flower Mound is just minutes away from world-famous attractions like Six Flags Over Texas, the Fort Worth Zoo, and The Fort Worth Stockyards. With its proximity to two major international airports, travel to and from Flower Mound couldn't be easier and it's no wonder that Flower Mound is one of the most desirable places to call home in the Lone Star State. Responsibilities: The Director of Library Services plans and directs the day-to-day operations of the town's library services; coordinates the library activities and programs to meet the needs of the patron; prepares and administers the departmental budget; ensures effective operational and financial management through forecasting, reviewing budgetary submissions, procurement and control of grants and other funds, and auditing expenditure; develops, evaluates, and monitors the goals and objectives and the long-range library service plans, policies, and procedures to carry out the mission of the library; prepares monthly and annual statistical reports for the Town Council, Texas State Library, and other state, regional, and county agencies, as required; and promotes the library resources through all media available to include social media, print media, television, and other available resources. All responsibilities are detailed in the position description linked below. Qualifications A master's degree in library science from a library school accredited by the American Library Association, five or more years of municipal library work experience, and two or more years of supervisory experience are required. The final candidate must submit to and pass a post-offer, non-regulated drug test and thorough background checks (including criminal history). Compensation: The Town of Flower Mound offers a negotiable, competitive hiring range of $135,000 - $155,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience, as well as a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<https://bradburymiller.com/>. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or PDF attachments to Briana Trudell.<mailto:brianatrudell@bradburymiller.com>(brianatrudell(a)bradburymiller.com<mailto:brianatrudell@bradburymiller.com>). This position closes on Sunday, February 4, 2024. View the most up to date version of this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links at https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/. - Beth Barker (she/her) Director of Finance and Communication Bradbury Miller Associates 330-340-7115 | Dover, OH | bradburymiller.com<http://bradburymiller.com/> Sign up for our newsletter<https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=11148931…> for updates on available positions!

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Employment Opportunity | Public Services Assistant
by Myers, Andy 29 Jan '24

29 Jan '24

Good morning, Albion District Library is searching for a motivated and passionate individual to become our new Public Services Assistant. As part of the public services team, this position conceives, plans, and executes library programming and outreach services for patrons of all ages as part of the Public Services team, in addition to general circulation and customer duties. This is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt position scheduled for approximately 25-32 hours weekly. Benefits include paid holidays, paid life and long-term disability insurance, paid sick leave (after three months), and paid vacation (after one year). For more information, including how to apply, please view the attached materials or check out the library's website at www.albionlibrary.org <https://www.albionlibrary.org/about/employment/> for more information. Cheers, Andy -- Andy Myers (he/him/his) - (Why do I list these? <https://pronouns.org/he-him>) Head of Public Services Albion District Library 501 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 (517) 629-3993 Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/13849571?utm_med…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/13849571?utm_med…> [image: Goodreads Logo] <https://www.goodreads.com/?utm_medium=gr_logo&utm_source=email_signature>Get your own email signature <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_instructions?utm_medium=gyo_…>

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