February 2024 - Michlib-l

Apply to host the 2025 Children's Literature Lecture with Kyle Lukoff!
by Paris Kelvakis 21 Feb '24

21 Feb '24

The 2025 ALSC Children's Literature Lecture Award Committee is excited to announce the opening of the application to host the 2025 event <https://www.ala.org/alsc/2025-childrens-literature-lecture> featuring award-winning author, Kyle Lukoff. The Children's Literature Lecture <https://www.ala.org/alsc/awardsgrants/profawards/chll> is an annual event, announced at ALA LibLearnX, in which an author, critic, librarian, historian or teacher of children's literature presents a paper that makes a significant contribution to the field. A library, university, special collection, or other appropriate organization can be considered for the host institution. Host sites for the Children's Literature Lecture receive a $2,000 honorarium to help with costs incurred by hosting the lecture. The lecture is administered by ALSC, the Association for Library Services to Children. Applications are due Friday April 5, 2024. Information about host site responsibilities is included in the application materials. The lecture is traditionally held in April or early May. Kyle Lukoff is the author of the middle grade novel Too Bright to See (a 2022 Newbery Honor book, Stonewall Award winner, and a National Book Award finalist), the Stonewall Award-winning picture book When Aidan Became a Brother, and several other impactful and approachable stories for children. Prior to becoming a full-time writer, Kyle was a bookseller and librarian.

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Got Metadata? Last Chance to Register for Two Upcoming Webinars!
by Gallo, Biz (MDE) 21 Feb '24

21 Feb '24

Feel free to share with your networks! Do you have digital local history collections but they aren't being discovered by users? Do you get stumped trying to come up with a meaningful title for photographs in your collection? Do you wonder which controlled vocabulary to use for names, places, or materials? Then join Marianne Swierenga, Cataloging and Metadata Librarian at Western Michigan University Libraries, for this upcoming webinar on the fundamentals of describing unique collections! How to Pick Your Particulars: Descriptive Metadata for Digital Collections When: Tuesday, February 27, 2024, 1:00 - 2:00 PM ET What: Increase discoverability of and access to your unique digital collections by learning the basics of descriptive metadata. Register: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even… Registration is also open for an upcoming webinar from ALA Core: Metadata in Shared Digital Libraries When: Monday, March 4th at 11:00 EST What: Three presentations on metadata in shared digital libraries. Registration: https://ala-events.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_n5QWHix9S1iI0Z367iIHLw#/regi… Webinars are free but registration is required. This project is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. 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 [Michigan.gov/Vote logo Description automatically generated]<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/> Get personalized voter information on early voting and other topics at Michigan.gov/Vote<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/>.

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Closing Saturday - Job Posting: Full Time Youth Services Librarian, Lenawee District Library
by Trevor Van Valkenburg 21 Feb '24

21 Feb '24

The Lenawee District Library is looking for its next Youth Services Librarian. This is a full time (37.5 hours per week) position with an excellent benefits package and pay dependent on qualifications and work experience. See the attached job posting and job description or visit lenawee.lib.mi.us/employment for more information. Applications as well as resumes/cover letters can be emailed to: trevor.vanvalkenburg(a)gmail.com

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Job Posting - Library Aide, Leanna Hicks Public Library of Inkster
by Amisha Harijan 20 Feb '24

20 Feb '24

Hi All! Here's an awesome opportunity for that special person who has been looking for a library home. Bring your creativity, appreciation of diverse communities, and three years of library experience to the Leanna Hicks Public Library of Inkster. We'd love to work with you! In joy, *Amisha Harijan* Library Director Leanna Hicks Public Library of Inkster Inkster, Michigan 48141 amisha(a)inksterlibrary.org (313) 563-2822 ext. 300

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Detroit Mercy University Chorus & Music Club Concert at Sherwood Forest Branch of DPL
by Megan Summers 20 Feb '24

20 Feb '24

Hello, Please help us spread the word about this program! Title: Detroit Mercy University Chorus & Music Club Concert Date: Saturday, February 24 Time: 2pm Location: Sherwood Forest Branch, Detroit Public Library, 7117 W. Seven Mile, Detroit, MI, 48221 Description: Students from the University of Detroit Mercy Chorus will be joined by members of the school's Music Club for a performance in honor of Black History Month. They will be performing African American spirituals, folk songs, and much more. Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/detroit-mercy-university-chorus-music-club-con… Best, Megan Summers (she/her) Assistant Manager Sherwood Forest Branch 7117 W. 7 Mile Rd./Livernois Detroit, MI, 48221 313-481-1840 msummers(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org

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Invitation to Participate in Pinckney Library's Puzzle Swap & Sale on Saturday, March 2
by Hope Siasoco 20 Feb '24

20 Feb '24

Dear Library Colleagues, NOTE: Please excuse the duplicate email from other listservs. You, your family, friends and community are cordially invited to participate in the Pinckney Community Public Library's first ever *Puzzle Swap & Sale on Saturday, March 2 at Noon - 2pm*. Drop off Puzzles for Swap starting *Friday, February 23* *and ends Thursday, February 29* at the Pinckney Community Public Library's circulation desk (125 Putnam St., Pinckney, MI 48169). Donate no more than 10 puzzles. Every puzzle dropped off for the swap gets 1 ticket to use for the first hour of the Swap on March 2. 12pm-1pm: Puzzle Swap 1pm-2pm: Puzzle Sale ($1/puzzle) Open to the public. For more details, please check the information posted on the library's website: https://pinckneylibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Puzzle-Swap-March-20… Or call the library's circulation desk at 734-878-3888. We hope very much that you can join us for this event. Sincerely, Hope Siasoco Library Director ------------------------------ She/Her Pinckney Community Public Library 125 Putnam St. Pinckney, MI 48169 Tel: 734-878-2952 Fax: 734-878-2907 Email: hsiasoco(a)pinckneylibrary.org

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Teen Librarian Position @Tecumseh District Library
by Susan Bach 20 Feb '24

20 Feb '24

Teen Librarian Position @ Tecumseh District Library Tecumseh District Library, located in a lovely small community south of Ann Arbor, has an opening for a Teen Librarian who is friendly, creative, able to work well with teens and staff, and excited about the resources the library has to offer. This position also includes social media, community outreach and marketing responsibilities. The position is a full time professional position, with good benefits and a salary commensurate with experience. Please submit cover letter and resume to sbach(a)tecumsehlibrary.org

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MCLS offering Supervisor Series workshops this spring
by Jenny Kobiela-Mondor 20 Feb '24

20 Feb '24

The Midwest Collaborative for Library Services is offering three management-focused virtual workshops in its Supervisor Series this spring. The workshops, held over Zoom, are designed to be as engaging and interactive as an in-person workshop, and each workshop includes individual and group activities, discussion, and hands-on practice. The workshops being offered are: * Motivating Employees to Be Their Best - Thursday, February 29, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern (9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central): This workshop is designed to help supervisors discover how to tailor their leadership and communication style to suit the needs of their employees and find intrinsic methods of motivation. Read more or register at https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/6557be6a631be04ab08fdaa9. * Learning to Manage for New Managers - Thursday, March 28, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern (9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central): This workshop is designed to help new managers set themselves up for success by learning strategies to transition from doing the work to managing others. The workshop focuses on managers successfully handling staff, projects, performance, conflict, and themselves. Read more or register at https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/6557c918631be04ab0910299. * Effective Communication Strategies for Managers - Thursday, April 25, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern (9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central): This workshop focuses on exploring clear, effective communication, and teaching managers to be relatable, respectable, dependable, and communicative in order to meet employees' needs, handle difficult conversations, and boost their assertiveness. Read more or register at https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/6557da37631be04ab0931428. Participants earn 4 hours toward continuing education for each workshop. Each workshop's schedule includes a 30 minute lunch break and several short breaks throughout. To see a full list of MCLS Workshops, visit https://mcls.corsizio.com/. Jenny Kobiela-Mondor (she/her) Library Strategist Engagement, Consulting, & Training Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-481-2013 kobielamondorj(a)mcls.org<mailto:kobielamondorj@mcls.org> [cid:image001.png@01DA6400.C09A3480] mcls.org<https://www.mcls.org/> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | X<https://twitter.com/mclsorg> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/midwest-collaborative-for-library-services>

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Upcoming Program: Climate Change as of 2024 Simple, Serious, Solvable - MARCH 5th at 7 PM
by Latonia Phillips 20 Feb '24

20 Feb '24

Hello The Bloomfield Township Public Library is hosting a program called Climate Change as of 2024: Simple, Serious, Solvable. Presented by Chris Edwards. Please share this with patrons, co-workers, and friends. Description: Presented by meteorologist Chris Edwards, this verifiable fact-based look at the scientific state of the issues and impacts involved in climate change will be localized to southeast Michigan. Chris will explore a range of ideas to address the significant challenges we face, including what each of us can do individually. Date/Time: TUESDAY, MARCH 5th 7 – 8 PM Location: Bloomfield Township Public Library | 1099 Lone Pine Rd, Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 Register Online: https://btpl.org/events/#/events/pBRJB5PjVn/instances/CRB8y6bAa6/ Register by Phone: 248-642-5800 Please Note: This is an in-person event only. Latonia Phillips Librarian Adult and Teen Services Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Rd Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 Phone: 248.642.5800 x 155 Email: phillipl(a)btpl.org<mailto:phillipl@btpl.org> Mon-Tue: 1 - 9 PM | Fri: 9 - 2 PM

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Small and Rural Libraries - Join us TOMORROW for our MCLS POP-UP Virtual Dialogue!
by Lissa Krull 20 Feb '24

20 Feb '24

We had such a wonderfully collaborative conversation with small and rural Indiana and Michigan library staff in January, we wanted to keep the conversations going with a POP-UP Virtual Dialogue! We invite small and rural library staff to join us again on Wednesday, February 21 from 10:30 a.m. to noon Eastern (9:30-11:00 a.m. Central) as we dialogue around how we engage with and reach people in our communities. We all have a core contingent that use our libraries in various ways, but how do we go beyond our current patrons and supporters to reach others? MCLS Virtual Dialogues are not courses or webinars, but rather guided conversations with fellow library workers of different experience levels from all over Indiana and Michigan. They are a time to share your experiences and learn from each other. We hope to connect you with others who might be facing similar situations and can relate to your struggles and joys. We invite any staff member, of any role, in any small and rural library in Indiana or Michigan to join us on Zoom! Register today at 2024 MCLS Virtual Dialogue POP-UP Registration<https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvfuGpqz0uGdE76LqNjYH38b8rRpx0Os…>. Our Virtual Dialogues are designed to be as engaging and interactive as an in-person conversation. Participants should plan to have a microphone enabled and cameras on to participate. If you have any questions, please email us at engagement(a)mcls.org<mailto:engagement@mcls.org>. We look forward to connecting with you! Lissa Krull, MLS (she/her) Library Strategist Engagement, Consulting, and Training Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-481-2793 krulll(a)mcls.org<mailto:krulll@mcls.org> [cid:bc1fdec1-a2ed-4d67-8af6-16f6cdfcd762] mcls.org<https://www.mcls.org/> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | X<https://twitter.com/mclsorg> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/midwest-collaborative-for-library-services>

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