January 2024 - Michlib-l

Circulating board game storage?
by Melissa Adkins 24 Jan '24

24 Jan '24

Hi All, I am wanting a small collection of games that can be used in house or checked out. What kind of storage are you all using for circulating board games? I have some zippered totes but they are a bit much for some of the smaller games. Let me know what you are using, and pictures would be great if you have any! Thanks, Melissa Adkins (she/her) Library Director Ecorse Public Library 4184 W. Jefferson Ave. Ecorse, MI 48229 313-389-2030 madkins(a)ecorse.lib.mi.us

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*FREE* non-locking DVD cases
by Melissa Goins 24 Jan '24

24 Jan '24

Hello everyone, We have around 80 non-locking DVD cases that need to be re-homed. All are regular DVD cases (not Blu-ray) in new or gently used condition. Please let me know if you would like them and send along your Rides code. Thanks for helping us find them a home. ~Melissa Melissa Goins Library Director Secretary, Kiwanis Club of Mt. Clemens *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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Presenter Request
by Danielle Hays 24 Jan '24

24 Jan '24

Hi, everyone! I was wondering if anyone might know of a presenter who has a presentation/program along the lines of a babysitting workshop for teens/tweens? Not necessarily one that would end in a certification, but just a sort of general overview that could give kids looking to start babysitting some tips and information on how to be a good babysitter. I took a class like that as a kid and I think it would be a fun and informative program to hold! Thanks! -- *Danielle Hays* She/Her/Hers Librarian Brandon Township Public Library 304 South St Ortonville, MI 48462 *ENGAGE • EDUCATE • ENRICH • EMPOWER*

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Seed library solicitation language?
by Mary K O'Kelly 24 Jan '24

24 Jan '24

We're starting our first seed library and are short on seeds. I'd like to send out some notes asking seed companies if they have any of last year's packets left (I know we're a bit late on this) and I'm wondering if any of you with more established programs have sample language you can send me. I've already put us in the MI Seed Library Network, but I recognize we need to go broader than that. I'd also welcome any other tips and advice you can share! Thanks, Mary Mary O'Kelly, MLIS Associate Dean for Education and User Services University Libraries - Western Michigan University mary.okelly(a)wmich.edu<mailto:mary.okelly@wmich.edu>

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Annually offered cataloging workshop coming up soon!
by Gwen Haviland 24 Jan '24

24 Jan '24

Register soon for this workshop from MCLS! Original Cataloging of Video Recordings Using RDA<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/6557b9a9631be04ab08f33fb> 3-day class, February 6-8, 10am-12pm Eastern (9-11am Central) Qualifies for 6 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! For this and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here store.mcls.org<https://store.mcls.org/> To learn about our Essential Workplace Skills and Cataloging Certificate programs, click here mcls.org/training-events/certification<https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/> ************************************* Gwen Haviland Membership & Training Coordinator/Project Specialist Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-220-9950 training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org>

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Temporary type cards
by Rebekah Dobski 24 Jan '24

24 Jan '24

Hello there LibraryLand, I am considering creating a different card type that is specifically meant for people in foster care or shelters that have a more variable address as opposed to something more permanent. The literacy levels in our area are not the greatest so I am hoping that maybe the library can assist and provide some level of service. We have many foster kids who technically reside in our service area but do not always stay in the same location. We are also concerned about loss of books if they were to suddenly be moved somewhere else. Our library still collects fines that only accrue and cap at $5, though if there is a late book AND it goes missing/damaged, a patron would have to pay up to $5 + the replacement of a book. I don't want to create extra barriers to the library for children who are already in a rough situation. Do any libraries have a temporary card with perhaps more limited check out rules? Or any specific rules/guidelines/etc. that are different from a normal/regular card? I am hoping to crowdsource some information to bring to my next board meeting to hopefully get this type of card approved. Thanks in advance! :) 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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Reminder: DigMich Newspaper Grant deadline
by Marsh, Carrie 24 Jan '24

24 Jan '24

Central Michigan University’s Clarke Historical Library is offering a competitive grant award to improve access to a Michigan newspaper. Read more about the grant and application requirements<https://www.cmich.edu/research/clarke-historical-library/services/digmich-n…>. Applications will be accepted through Wednesday, January 31, 2024. This grant is made possible by the Robert and Susan Clarke Endowment with additional funding provided in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. For more information, please contact us at ClarkeMicrofilm(a)cmich.edu<mailto:ClarkeMicrofilm@cmich.edu> or call (989) 774-4420. Carrie Marsh (she/they) Director, Clarke Historical Library Park Library 142B | 989-774-3965 Central Michigan University [cid:image001.png@01DA4E9E.B93CA690] Carrie Marsh (she, they) Director | Clarke Historical Library Park Library 142B | 250 Preston Street | Central Michigan University | Mount Pleasant, MI 48859 P: 989-774-3965 | E: marsh4c(a)cmich.edu<mailto:marsh4c@cmich.edu> | www.cmich.edu<http://www.cmich.edu/>

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New Library Podcast: What do you think?
by Gould,Cassidy 23 Jan '24

23 Jan '24

Hello! We released the first episode of Book Bound, our newly redesigned library podcast. Our hosts Jessica, Mari & Cheryl are CADL's Selection Specialists. Our goal for the podcast is to introduce people to new ideas and unsuspecting reads. We hope you'll take a listen, spread the word, and let us know what you think - We'd love to hear your thoughts! Listen at the link here, or find us anywhere you listen to podcasts: https://bit.ly/3ue3g2R Thank you! Cassidy S. Gould (she/her) Online Content & Social Media Coordinator 517-367-6355 | gouldc(a)cadl.org<mailto:gouldc@cadl.org> 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing, MI 48933 cadl.org<https://www.cadl.org/> | facebook.com/cadlibrary<https://www.facebook.com/cadlibrary> | instagram.com/cadlibrary<https://www.instagram.com/cadlibrary/>

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need packing envelopes
by Stair Library 23 Jan '24

23 Jan '24

Although we recently purchased a bunch of packing envelopes, we are now getting low. If you have any (all sizes) to spare, please send some our way: zv232 Thank you! Colleen -- Colleen Leddy, Director Stair District Library 228 W. Main St. Morenci, MI 49256 517.458.6510 stairlib.org M&W: 10-7 T&Th: 1-5 F&S: 10-2

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Survival Skills Class for Teens
by Nicole Sype 23 Jan '24

23 Jan '24

Hello all, I'm looking for a presenter who would be able to come to our library and lead a class on survival skills (starting a fire, getting clean water, making a shelter, identifying poisonous plants, etc.) over the summer. Does anyone know of an organization or individual that I could reach out to? Best, Nicole Sype (she/her) Teen Librarian William P. Faust Public Library of Westland 6123 Central City Parkway | Westland, MI 48185 734-326-6123 ext: 2841 | [www.westlandlibrary.org]

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