November 2024 - Michlib-l

Library Directors: Don't forget to register for Think Space -- Hotel Cutoff for December's meeting is tomorrow!
by Rachel Ash 12 Nov '24

12 Nov '24

Library Directors: Don't forget to register for Think Space by tomorrow, Wednesday, Nov 13, to include a hotel room at Saint John's Resort in Plymouth during the December meeting. View complete details and register here: www.milibraries.org/think-space<http://www.milibraries.org/think-space> Now in its fourth year, MLA’s Think Space provides a unique forum where library directors and cooperative directors across Michigan come together in a supportive and thought-provoking environment to explore their personal and professional growth and engage deeply in issues that matter to our profession. This year, Think Space will be led by a single facilitator to offer a cohesive, in-depth exploration of leadership. We’ve partnered with John McCann, renowned leadership coach and President of Partners in Performance. With McCann’s expert guidance, participants will focus on diving deep into their purpose, values, and unique challenges, empowering them to harness resilience and cultivate self-compassion. Our first in-person gathering will take place at the beautiful Saint John’s Resort in Plymouth, Michigan, on December 5-6, 2024. The second will be held at the iconic Mission Point Resort on Mackinac Island, May 22-23, 2025, with an optional early arrival on May 21. Registration includes meals, networking events, accommodations at both resorts, ferry tickets to and from Mackinac Island, and parking. Make sure you register by this Wednesday, November 13 to include hotel overnight accommodations at the December meeting! Don't miss out! Join fellow library leaders as you examine the influences that shape your journey and discover how to bolster your leadership. You’ll find inspiration, camaraderie, and actionable strategies that enable you to show up as your best self each day. Through meaningful discussions, collaborative learning, and reflective exercises, learn how to advance your own potential, that of your organization, and your community. Questions? Contact MLA(a)milibraries.org<mailto:MLA@milibraries.org> [cidimage002.png(a)01D73C4D.ABEAD040] Rachel Ash Membership and Communications Director Michigan Library Association PO Box 27337 Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: (517) 394-2774 ext. 2 Direct: (517) 881-6652 milibraries.org rfash(a)milibraries.org<mailto:%0bmilibraries.org%0brfash@milibraries.org> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/MichiganLibraryAssociation> and Twitter<https://twitter.com/mlaoffice>!

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In Cold Blood books up for grabs!
by Justine Peterson 12 Nov '24

12 Nov '24

Hi Library Land! We have six copies of Truman Capote's *In Cold Blood* that we used for our True Crime Book Club that could be yours! Just send me your RIDES code. *Justine Peterson* (she/her) Library Director Seville Township Library Riverdale, MI 48877 P: 989.833.7776 seville.michlibrary.org

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Community Clothing Closet @ DPL Edison Branch - Seeking Donations
by Sarah Winter 12 Nov '24

12 Nov '24

Hi, library land! Our branch is planning a Community Clothing Closet (where patrons can come and take a pre-determined number of clothing items free of charge) in 2025. Putting the call out for donations early in order to get those "new year, new me" closet purgers! If your organization or community is interested in having a drop box for donations, please let me know! We are looking for clean, gently used adult clothing items (no undergarments, please) of all sizes. We will take care of pick up. This is a great way to promote clothing sustainability and community support. Thanks all! Sarah -- Sarah Winter (she/her) Adult Services Librarian II Detroit Public Library, Edison Branch<https://detroitpubliclibrary.org/locations/edison> 18400 Joy Rd, Detroit, MI 48228 | (313) 481-1720

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Personal Days Question
by Kari Besancon 12 Nov '24

12 Nov '24

Good Morning, Clare, Our current Personal Days Policy states that "Three (3) personal days are given to each full-time employee per calendar year after completion of one year of employment.Personal days do not accrue.No compensation is given for unused personal days at termination, retirement, resignation or death.Employees electing to use personal leave must notify the library in advance. Personal leave must be used as whole days in eight-hour blocks." We have an employee that is RETIRING on January 9th, and per this policy will be able to take his three personal days for 2025 in January before he retires. I am re-writing this policy for our new policy manual and would like to state something to the effect that you can't be a jerk about it... What is FAIR when it comes to personal days? Thank you! -- Kari Besancon (Bə-sank’-in), MLIS District Director Iosco-Arenac District Library zv323 989-362-2651 k.besancon(a)vlc.lib.mi.us

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The Library & Chamber of Commerce
by Director 11 Nov '24

11 Nov '24

Hi everyone, My Chamber of Commerce recently approached me to ask how we can better support each other's organizations and they are looking for ideas for how we can work together. We already have a booth for our Friends Book Sale during their summer event and we are involved in the other community events that the Chamber holds, but it seems like they are looking for more collaboration outside of these community events. So my question- How does your library work with your local Chamber of Commerce? Any ideas, recommendations, and details are appreciated. I am definitely open to partnering with them, I just want to make sure that the partnership is beneficial to both organizations. Thank you, Kelsey Rutkowski *--------------------------------------* *Library Director* *Indian River Area Library* 3546 S Straits Hwy PO Box 160 Indian River, MI 49749 (231) 238-8581 indianriverlibrary.org

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Circulating Science Kits
by Lorry Traver 11 Nov '24

11 Nov '24

Good afternoon, My library may soon apply for a circulating science kits grant, and I was wondering if any libraries out there have science kits that your patrons can check out. If you do, could you please send me information about your kits such as what you have included in each one, how well they seem to circulate, and if your patrons have requested other science kits you don't currently have at the library? Of course, any other information you feel would be useful for me to know would also be greatly appreciated. Thank you! -- *"Keep reading. It's one of the most marvelous adventures that anyone can have." - Lloyd Alexander* *Lorry Traver (She/Her)* Public Services Librarian Brandon Township Library 248-627-1460

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Furniture for sale/the taking!
by Jessica Lash 11 Nov '24

11 Nov '24

Y'all, We are getting rid of some furniture from our Youth Department! If you are interested, let me know and we can arrange a pickup time. -- Jessica Lash Assistant Director Saline District Library jess(a)salinelibrary.org 734.401.1262

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International Librarians' Round Table (ICLR) 2024 Meeting- Thank you & Recording
by Shannon O'Leary 09 Nov '24

09 Nov '24

Hi Everyone! Thank you to those who joined us at our 2024 meeting. If you missed it (as well as our 2023) the video (as well as the presentation and handouts), have been uploaded to our wiki (https://groups.io/g/iclrmi) You will need to look under Files>ICLR Meeting 2024. You may need to create an account to view them (it is completely free). Thank you again everyone! Shannon O'Leary *My work day may differ from yours. Please do not feel obligated to respond outside of your regular working hours.*

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Free books
by Cheryl Kersey 08 Nov '24

08 Nov '24

Would anyone like a copy of "Su Arte, Su Vida" 2024 Kresge Eminent Artist or"The Answer: Coping with Criticism" by Neal Carboneau?I can send them in RIDES. Kind Regards,Cheryl Kersey, DirectorThree Oaks Township Public Library "A Library is not a luxury but one of the necessities of life." Henry Ward Beecher This e-mail is covered by the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 USC 2510-2521 and is legally privileged. The information contained in this e-mail is intended only for the use of the individual or entity named above. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately at 269-756-5621 and destroy the original message.

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New cataloging workshop from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 08 Nov '24

08 Nov '24

There is still time to register for the following workshop from MCLS! BIBFRAME Applications<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/664b9de6f02febfcf6cf1afc> NEW! 1-day class, November 21, 10am-12pm Eastern (9-11am Central) Qualifies for 2 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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