February 2024 - Michlib-l

Book Vending Machines?
by Cynthia Stanczak 06 Feb '24

06 Feb '24

Hello all, We've been approached by a local parent group about hosting a companion book vending machine along with the school. Does anyone have good/bad/ugly experience with hosting these? I'd love to hear it. Thank you! Cynthia Stanczak, MLS (she/her) Library Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 (517) 629-3993 Albion District Library: Transforming Minds, Changing Lives. Proudly serving our community since 1919. Online at www.albionlibrary.org, or find us on Facebook! *My working day may not be your working day. Please do not feel obligated to reply to this email outside of your normal working hours.*

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American Heart Association Grant for Rural Michigan (Midwest) Libraries
by Rachel Ash 06 Feb '24

06 Feb '24

Grant opportunity! Sharing on behalf of the American Heart Association: The American Heart Association is striving to meet rural communities where they are – and often that’s at the public library. We are offering up to $10,000 in grants to assist rural Midwest libraries with their capacity to be a change agent for health in their communities. Around the country we have helped rural libraries address blood pressure control, improve nutrition security, assist with CPR readiness, and more. Small grants of $500-$1500 along with technical assistance from the American Heart Association will often be sufficient to make a sustainable impact. Apply using this brief survey <https://forms.office.com/r/Pq7LsgbXXW> by March 1, 2024. Attached you will also find a guide to celebrating American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day. [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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Re: [Michlib-l] Michlib-l Digest, Vol 112, Issue 5
by Paula Wood 06 Feb '24

06 Feb '24

Hi Tracy, I would be interested in the answers you receive or any polices and procedures regarding this topic. I am leaning toward transitioning over to ACH payments and have the same questions. Thank you, ~Paula Paula Wood Manager of Library Operations Ionia Community Library Library: 616.527.3680 Mobile: 616.460.0507 ioniacommunitylibrary.org -----Original Message----- From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org> On Behalf Of michlib-l-request(a)mcls.org Sent: Tuesday, February 6, 2024 12:00 PM To: michlib-l(a)mcls.org Subject: Michlib-l Digest, Vol 112, Issue 5 Send Michlib-l mailing list submissions to michlib-l(a)mcls.org To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to michlib-l-request(a)mcls.org You can reach the person managing the list at michlib-l-owner(a)mcls.org When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of Michlib-l digest..."

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Free Puzzle Table
by Tee Versele 06 Feb '24

06 Feb '24

Hello everyone! We at RPL no longer have space for this lovely puzzle table in our children's area so we are offering it out to Michigan libraries. Table height: 31" Table width: 30.5" Table length: 78.25" Benches height: 14.25" Benches width: 15" Benches length: 69" If you are interested, you will need to pick it up from Romulus Public Library :) Thank you and have a great week! -- 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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Head of Community Engagement
by Terry New 06 Feb '24

06 Feb '24

Kalamazoo Public Library is currently seeking a new Head of Community Engagement. Please see our website<https://www.kpl.gov/jobs/apply/?gnk=job&gni=8a7887ac8d19fe84018d7f49d4d43822> for additional details. Terry M. New | Head of Human Resources/Interim Director Pronouns: She/Her/Hers Kalamazoo Public Library 315 S. Rose St. | Kalamazoo, MI 49007 (269) 553-7931 | Fax: (269) 553-7932 [Kalamazoo Public Library]<https://www.kpl.gov/> [Facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/KalamazooPublicLibrary/> [Instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/kzoolibrary/?hl=en> [Twitter] <https://twitter.com/KzooLibrary?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctw…> [KPL Videos] <https://www.kpl.gov/videos/>

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Public Comment on Proposed MDE School Librarian Standards
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 06 Feb '24

06 Feb '24

Good afternoon, please see below for information on proposed preparation standards for school librarians from the Michigan Department of Education. MDE is looking for public comment on the standards now through March 10th. The direct link to submit comments is Online Survey Software | Qualtrics Survey Solutions<https://mde.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4I8Ha7ALEPN7CUS> for those interested in providing comment. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021, www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> Public Comment on the Proposed School Librarian Preparation Standards The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) requests public comment on the Proposed School Librarian Preparation Standards. These proposed standards support goals 2 and 7 of Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan by defining the knowledge and skills that school librarians (an area of shortage relevant to credentialed staff in Michigan) should possess to support PreK-12 learners' literacy development and inquiry skills across multiple disciplines of study. The proposed standards would replace Michigan's current Standards for the Preparation of Teachers of Library Media, adopted by the State Board of Education (SBE) on March 13, 2012. The proposed Standards for the Preparation of School Librarians were presented to the State Board of Education on January 9, 2024. A video of the meeting is available online at Michigan State Board of Education Meeting for January 9, 2024 - Afternoon Session (youtube.com)<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhsx5NYjMXE> and the presentation begins at the 15:19 mark. The public comment period for these standards is now open through March 10, 2024.

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Spring Institute Hotel Discounts expire today and Early Bird Rates expire tomorrow!
by Jocelyn Levin 06 Feb '24

06 Feb '24

Please forgive cross posting, but I wanted to be sure you all got registered and got your hotel rooms booked for next month's MLA SPRING INSTITUTE FOR YOUTH SERVICES! It's going to be a great time in Muskegon! Jocelyn Levin, MLIS Youth Services Librarian jlevin(a)ltpl.org **Please note new email address** *My Pronouns: She/Her/Hers - See **www.mypronouns.org* <http://www.mypronouns.org/>* to learn more.* Lyon Township Public Library 27005 S. Milford Rd, South Lyon, MI 48178 248.437.8800 www.LTPL.org Spring Institute for Youth Services 2024: It’s a Beautiful Day in the Library <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001gWna266LXlSXDi1G9vL4boabRPUhYbzX7GNWglPXZXw…> Upcoming Deadlines for Spring Institute for Youth Services 2024 Spring Institute for Youth Services 2024 is in person March 7-8, 2024 at the VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center in Muskegon. We want to see you there! Register today and book your hotel room now for the best rates. Note, hotel discounts expire today, Early Bird registration rates expire tomorrow <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001gWna266LXlSXDi1G9vL4boabRPUhYbzX7GNWglPXZXw…>, and poster proposals are due this Friday <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001gWna266LXlSXDi1G9vL4boabRPUhYbzX7GNWglPXZXw…> ! You're invited to join the Michigan library community at Spring Institute for Youth Services 2024, March 7-8 at the VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center in Muskegon, Michigan. It's always a beautiful day in the library, and this year, that's our conference theme! Let's make the most of two beautiful days of education and inspiration. 🎶Won't you please, won't you please? Please, won't you...🎶 Join us for Spring Institute 2024! Full conference early-bird registration is only $270 for MLA individual members. Early Bird Rates expire tomorrow, Wednesday, February 7, 2024. LEARN MORE AND REGISTER <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001gWna266LXlSXDi1G9vL4boabRPUhYbzX7GNWglPXZXw…> Hotel Discount Expires Today! <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001gWna266LXlSXDi1G9vL4boabRPUhYbzX7GNWglPXZXw…> VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center 460 W Western Avenue Muskegon, MI 49440 Group room rates at the Delta Hotel by Marriott Muskegon Convention Center start at $149. Please use this reservation link <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001gWna266LXlSXDi1G9vL4boabRPUhYbzX7GNWglPXZXw…> or call the hotel directly at (231) 722-0100 and refer to the Michigan Library Association Spring Institute to qualify for the discounted rate. Reserve your room today, February 6, 2024. Note, the room block may sell out! Funds Are Available! MLA Educational Fund Scholarships are available for MLA members. It’s quick and easy to apply. Learn more and apply at milibraries.org/scholarships <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001gWna266LXlSXDi1G9vL4boabRPUhYbzX7GNWglPXZXw…>. Applications are due Friday, February 16. The Library Continuing Education Stipend program from the Library of Michigan is also available. Learn more about the criteria and apply <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001gWna266LXlSXDi1G9vL4boabRPUhYbzX7GNWglPXZXw…> . Keynote Speakers Thursday Opening Keynote with Princess Castleberry: Unlock Your I.M.P.A.C.T. Today, public libraries aren't just quiet spaces to study. They are the places where our communities convene for equitable access to information, where people of all ages come to learn and grow, and where possibilities for inclusion are reimagined. Librarians are the servant leaders upholding these institutions - and it's time for you to be supercharged - not just with mere words, but by the power of your own actions. Get ready for Unlock Your I.M.P.A.C.T. - a transformative talk by Global Speaker and Wellness and Risk Management Consultant Princess Castleberry that allows you to scale your social, business, and community reach by prioritizing your mental health and well-being. Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001gWna266LXlSXDi1G9vL4boabRPUhYbzX7GNWglPXZXw…> Friday Morning Keynote with Tirzah Price Friday Closing Keynote with Eric Hemenway Education Sessions Storytime tips, incorporating play, dynamic displays! Spring Institute 2024 has an inspiring lineup of breakout sessions presented by youth services library workers from all over Michigan. View complete details including session descriptions, learning outcomes and speakers at milibraries.org/spring-institute-sessions <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001gWna266LXlSXDi1G9vL4boabRPUhYbzX7GNWglPXZXw…> Call for Posters: Spring Institute Share Fair Are you working on a new project, but don’t have results ready to present a formal program? Have you worked on something really cool that you think others want to know about? Submit a poster proposal for the Share Fair, where you can share your work with peers in an informal format. It’s a great way to jump into presenting without building a full-blown program! Submissions are due Friday, February 9, 2024. VIEW DETAILS AND SUBMIT A POSTER PROPOSAL <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001gWna266LXlSXDi1G9vL4boabRPUhYbzX7GNWglPXZXw…> Questions? Contact us at MLA(a)milibraries.org or (517) 394-2774. <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001gWna266LXlSXDi1G9vL4boabRPUhYbzX7GNWglPXZXw…> Michigan Library Association | PO Box 27337, Lansing, MI 48909

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Library accounting software
by EMAIL TEAM 06 Feb '24

06 Feb '24

Dear Librarians, I am inquiring as to the accounting software that library's are using. We are a class II library and have been using QuickBooks Pro Premiere for many years. It seems that the Desk top version is going to be discontinued this year. I am looking at other alternatives at this time and am open to suggestions. We have to be mindful of the cost and ease of use. I appreciate the input from other small libraries. We are nor in a position to afford an outside accountant, just for our annual audit. Stephanie Daniels, Director Vanderlyn Community Center & Hartford Public Library 12 Church Street Hartford, MI 49057(269)588-5103http://www.hartfordpl.michlibrary.org/

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Closing Sunday: Children's Librarian Search - Chandler Newburgh Public Library (IN)
by Beth Barker 06 Feb '24

06 Feb '24

Children's Librarian - Newburgh Chandler Public Library (IN) The Newburgh Chandler Public Library (IN)<https://www.ncplibraries.org/> is looking for a flexible, driven, and caring individual to serve as its next Children's Librarian. Serving nearly 42,000 residents from three locations across Ohio Township, the Newburgh Chandler Public Library enhances lives and empowers the community through access, knowledge, and connections. The Children's Department is critical to providing dynamic programs, essential services, and engaging spaces to the library's youngest patrons and their caregivers. Reporting to the Library Director, the Children's Librarian manages six staff and helps shape the department's goals and offerings. Key initiatives include strengthening community connections through outreach initiatives, promoting library services to underserved populations, and expanding the local and digital resources in the library collection. Newburgh is a thriving and growing suburb of Evansville, Indiana which is located right on the scenic Ohio River. The library also serves the residents of Chandler, just North of Newburgh. Ohio Township has a low cost of living both within the state and nationally. The community also offers great schools, a robust trail system for biking and walking, as well as two universities, and two highly-ranked hospitals in the surrounding area. Warrick County is one of the fastest-growing counties in Indiana and is within a two-to-three-hour drive of many urban areas including St. Louis, Louisville, Indianapolis, and Nashville. Responsibilities: The Children's Librarian manages a staff of four at the library's Bell Road location, with an additional staff member at each branch; collaborates with the library's administrative team to organize special events, develop and implement policies related to children's services, and create a safe and welcoming space for young users; conducts engaging Storytime sessions, interactive programs, and other activities; participates in community outreach programs, such as visits to local schools and daycare centers to promote library services; curates and maintains an exciting collection of children's books that caters to various age groups and interests; and manages the budget for the Children's department. Additional responsibilities are listed in the job description below. Qualifications: A master's degree in library science from an ALA-accredited university, some management experience, and the ability to obtain a level LC 4 (library certification 4) or higher per the Indiana State Library's guidelines are required. Experience working in libraries and children's services is preferred. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $40,000 - $45,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or PDF attachments to Trista Smith, Library Director<mailto:tsmith@ncplibraries.org>. (tsmith(a)ncplibraries.org<mailto:tsmith@ncplibraries.org>). This position closes on February 11, 2024. - 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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MCLS is seeking new cataloging instructors!
by Gwen Haviland 06 Feb '24

06 Feb '24

Attention all potential cataloging instructors! Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) needs 2-3 new cataloging instructors to teach existing workshops for the last half of 2024 and in 2025. Do you have an extensive knowledge of cataloging, experience presenting in an online environment, and a skill for teaching and making this complicated subject clear to library staff? You may be just the person we are looking for! Please email training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org> with any questions or call 517-220-9950. You can also download and submit our MCLS Instructor Application found near the bottom of our <https://www.mcls.org/training-events> webpage here<https://www.mcls.org/training-events>. ************************************* 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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