April 2024 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Job openings
by Sanilac District Library 18 Apr '24

18 Apr '24

Sanilac District Library is seeking to hire Circulation Librarian and a Children's Librarian. Details may be found on our website https://www.sanilacdistrictlibrary.lib.mi.us/about-us/employment-opportunit… Beverly Dear, Director Sanilac District Library 7130 Main Street PO Box 525 Port Sanilac, MI 48469 Phone: 810.622.8623 FAX: 810.622.9041 Website: sanilacdistrictlibrary.lib.mi.us

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Shelf Dividers Have Been Claimed
by Anna Merritt 18 Apr '24

18 Apr '24

The Shelf Dividers have been claimed. Anna Merritt (she/her) Assistant Director / Interloan Specialist Richland Community Library 8951 Park Street Richland, MI 49083 (269) 629-9085 ZV283 https://www.richlandlibrary.org/ -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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Guest Speaker: Ross Richardson of Michigan Mysteries
by Elizabeth Campion 18 Apr '24

18 Apr '24

The Shelby Township Library hosted Ross Richardson of Michigan Mysteries. Ross has been a Michigan shipwreck hunter for decades and brings tons of knowledge, video, and an entertaining speaking style to his presentations. If your library has not previously hosted Ross I recommend him. He is located in the Traverse City area, but willing to travel anywhere in the state. https://www.michiganmysteries.com/ NMIWrecks(a)gmail.com Elizabeth Elizabeth Campion, Librarian Shelby Township Library 52610 Van Dyke Avenue Shelby Township, MI 48316 586-739-7414

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job posting
by Jessie Marshall 18 Apr '24

18 Apr '24

Hello, I am new to the listserv and would like to post a job posting on behalf of Pivot Municipal Services. We are recruiting for a new Library Director for Lapeer District Library in Lapeer, Michigan. The details are attached in a pdf. Thanks, Jessie Freed

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MeL Minute: Create Unique Outdoor Spaces with Inspiration From MeL
by Laura Warren-Gross 18 Apr '24

18 Apr '24

[A white letter on a blue green and red background Description automatically generated]Michigan is a great place for growing fruits and vegetables. Creating unique outdoor spaces is also an enjoyable pastime. The Michigan eLibrary (MeL)<https://mel.org/welcome> contains a variety of articles to help everyone design outdoor spaces that can be enjoyed throughout Michigan’s beautiful seasons. Tiny worlds where creatures live in huts and under mushrooms are fun to create and add whimsy to any yard—large or small. They can even be placed in containers such as flowerpots, buckets, or wheelbarrows. PolymerCAFE Magazine in Hobbies & Crafts Source<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> includes a series of how-to articles for building fairy garden accessories such as a birdbath<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…>, a fairy house<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…>, and a swing<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…>. The eBook Public Library Collection<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> has an elementary guide, Super Simple Fairy Gardens: A Kids’ Guide to Gardening<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…>, that demonstrates how to create and care for fairy, beach, and animal gardens in containers. While Michigan is known for Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…>, inspiration for creating your own sculpture garden can be found in Hobbies & Crafts Source<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…>. The Potters Guild, a studio in Ann Arbor, recently held a 70th anniversary celebration. "Nature Collaboration<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…>" in Ceramics Monthly describes the process of creating their outdoor display. Included photographs of the sculptures demonstrate a variety of artists’ visions. For educators, Arts & Activities includes "Indoor Sculpture Garden<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…>." The author shares a 3D Artist Research Guide and information about how students created sculptures inspired by the artists they researched. This would be a fun programming challenge in public libraries. Creating a rock garden might be the perfect solution to a sloped yard or a great way to save water. "A Garden that Rocks<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…>" in Old House Journal, a part of Home Improvement Source<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…>, provides the steps necessary to create a gorgeous rocky landscape that is low maintenance. If you’re interested in trying an edible garden on a smaller scale, Mother Earth News in MasterFILE Complete<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> suggests "Edible Theme Gardens<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…>." Growing a small plot that has salsa ingredients or snacks such as popcorn, strawberries, and peanuts can keep you busy and keep your stomach satisfied all summer long. It’s even possible to grow a garden of all edible flowers which make beautiful garnishes for any dish. Finding inspiration to enhance yards and garden spaces in a variety of ways is easy with tips and tricks from the MeL eResources. If you have any MeL eResources questions or issues, contact melerhelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:melerhelp@mcls.org> for help. Brought to you by Laura Warren-Gross from the MeL Team. Supporting Michigan Libraries by Putting You First. Want more information on MeL?  Stay tuned for the next MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, visit http://mel.org<http://mel.org/>, or sign up for the MeL Minute and other Library of Michigan e-mail lists via GovDelivery<https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/subscriber/new>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. MeL eResources are available to Michigan residents or for Michigan library or school access only. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. Laura Warren-Gross MeL Engagement Specialist for Public Libraries Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-481-2022 warren-grossl(a)mcls.org [cid:image003.png@01DA916C.B71A71B0] 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> [cid:image004.png@01DA916C.B71A71B0]

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Library Law Office Hours - SPECIAL GUEST HOSTS
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 17 Apr '24

17 Apr '24

Hello! It is Library Law Office Hours Week! Join us THURSDAY April 18,2024 @ 3:00pm – 4:30pm (EST) This is a Zoom meeting when public library land can ask library law questions like: “Is it considered theft of government property if the government-owned work laptop of a public employee on FMLA leave is confiscated by the employee’s spouse so the employee can’t “work?”… (Just asking for a friend…) 😉 I will be on leave, but luckily, this installment of Library Law Office Hours will be hosted by none other than: Anne Seurynck, Attorney, Foster, Swift, Collins, and Smith AND Mike Blum, Attorney, Foster Swift, Collins, and Smith While the hosts have changed, the process stays the same – registration is required to attend (if you have already registered for this occurrence, you do not need to register again!). To Register: Register in advance for this meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqdO6uqD8pEt31yRiFFRZkHDc96mWbdi… After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. A special thanks to Anne and Mike for stepping in! Thanks everyone! Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. “the State may not, consistently with the spirit of the First Amendment, contract the spectrum of available knowledge.” Griswold v. Connecticut, 381 U.S. 479, 482 (1965). [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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Library Director Position
by Kimberly Gheen 17 Apr '24

17 Apr '24

Due to retirement, the Parchment Community Library Board of Trustees is seeking an enthusiastic, community-minded candidate who will bring a demonstrated passion for public libraries combined with a strong vision for moving our library and community forward. Tentative start date is mid-September. Submission deadline is May 20th. Thank you, Parchment Community Library Search Committee https://www.parchmentlibrary.org

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Free Shelf Dividers
by Anna Merritt 17 Apr '24

17 Apr '24

Hello, We have a box full (25-30) shelf dividers that are free to a good home. Please reply with your ZV number. :) [cid:image005.jpg@01DA90CD.2EB7E4F0][cid:image006.jpg@01DA90CD.2EB7E4F0] Anna Merritt (she/her) Assistant Director / Interloan Specialist Richland Community Library 8951 Park Street Richland, MI 49083 (269) 629-9085 ZV283 https://www.richlandlibrary.org/ -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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FW: BEAD Challenge for Anchor Institutions
by Sheryl Cormicle Knox 17 Apr '24

17 Apr '24

From: Chris Greene Hutchings <meritnetwork(a)merit.edu> Sent: Wednesday, April 17, 2024 9:32 AM To: Sheryl Cormicle Knox <knoxs(a)cadl.org> Subject: BEAD Challenge for Anchor Institutions BEAD Challenge for Anchor Institutions [merit_network1] Dear Merit Member, Are you hoping that the coming $1.59 billion in BEAD grants will finally bring high-speed internet to your organization’s location(s)? Locations not correctly identified on Michigan’s Broadband Equity, Access & Deployment map could be left behind by this once-in-a-lifetime funding program. It only takes a few minutes to check Michigan’s BEAD map to ensure your location(s) are accurately represented. Merit’s ongoing mapping work group has identified several data discrepancies regarding how anchor institutions are represented on the BEAD map. As part of our partnership to help the state of Michigan correct the map, we encourage all anchors to check the BEAD map as soon as possible. We’ve been informed that the challenge window has been extended to April 30, 2024 so we have less than two weeks to affect your location’s eligibility for these grant funds. Earlier this month, Merit was joined by representatives from MIHI and NTIA for a live walk through of the process to check community anchor institutions on Michigan’s BEAD map. We also addressed the top three concerns of CAIs, including: - What if my organization isn’t on the map? - How do I flag my location(s) as an anchor institution? - Does MIHI know I cannot access symmetrical gig internet service (1000 Mbps) at this location today? Merit strongly encourages all community anchor institutions in Michigan to: 1) Watch the on-demand webinar linked here<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__d2tTpN04.na1.hubspotli…>. 2) Share this message with other schools, libraries and anchors in your community. 3) Drop in to our Office Hours to create a two-step plan to get all of your locations corrected on the BEAD map. We meet every Friday from 10:00 until noon. Email Moonshot(a)merit.edu<mailto:Moonshot@merit.edu> to receive a calendar invitation. Questions about the BEAD challenge? Email Challenge(a)Merit.edu<mailto:Challenge@merit.edu> for support. Thank you, Chris Greene Hutchings Michigan Moonshot Project Manager Merit Network, Inc. [merit_logo_darkblue] Merit Network, Inc., 880 Technology Drive, Ste B, Ann Arbor, MI 48108 Unsubscribe<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__hs-2D21078023.s.hubspo…> Manage preferences<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__hs-2D21078023.s.hubspo…> ________________________________ This email has been scanned for spam and viruses by Proofpoint Essentials. Click here<https://us1.proofpointessentials.com/app/report_spam.php?mod_id=11&mod_opti…> to report this email as spam.

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DPL Author Series Welcomes Public Education Advocate Laura Pappano!
by Megan Summers 17 Apr '24

17 Apr '24

Please help us spread the word about this upcoming DPL Author Series event! Title: The State of Public Schools with Laura Pappano and Kathy Lester Date: Sunday, May 5 Time: 2pm EST Location: DPL Main Library Media Room, 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, 48202 Description: Award-winning journalist and author Laura Pappano will be promoting her new book, School Moms: Parent Activism, Partisan Politics and the Battle for Public Education. School Moms is an investigative study of the far-right’s attack on education and an on-the-ground look at the parent activist battle, on either side of the debate, to control the future of public schools. Joining Laura in conversation is Immediate Past President of the American Association for School Librarians (AASL) and retired school librarian Kathy Lester. Copies of School Moms will be available for sale from Detroit's own Source Booksellers. Registration Link: https://detroitpubliclibrary.org/events/event/861832874327 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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Security Cameras in the Library Responses
by Director 17 Apr '24

17 Apr '24

Good morning everyone, Thank you to everyone who responded to my (many) questions regarding security cameras in the library! After reviewing responses, my Board did decide in yesterday's meeting to move forward with the Township and install security cameras for our building. Again, I really appreciate the kindness and expertise of everyone in this profession. Best, 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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Upcoming Program of Interest at the Dearborn Library
by Daniel Lodge 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

Everyone - I hope you can take advantage of this great opportunity! We have a great virtual program coming up here at the Dearborn Library. Detroit Tigers Television Announcer Jason Benetti will join us in-person on Thursday, April 25 at 6:00pm to talk about his background as a sportscaster, why he joined the Tigers, and what to look for from the Team this season. Seats are limited! Please visit our Library's Events Calendar at our website www.dearbornlibrary.org to register for this program. Dan Lodge Librarian I Adult Services Dearborn Public Library Dearborn, MI

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Job Posting Closing Sunday - Department Head: Information Services - Canton Public Library
by Sean Bewick 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

Under the administration of the Library Director, the Information Services Department Head is responsible for all aspects of the operations for the Information Services Department, including direct management of the Librarian Managers, Collections Specialist, and Administrative Assistant as well as oversight of program implementation, collections, and services offered to the public. The Information Services Department Head works with the Library Director and demonstrates effective collaboration with other Department Heads as part of the management team to plan the library's development as a whole and within the department. This position is classified as a salaried full-time position and is exempt from overtime. The nature of the work requires evening and weekend hours. SCHEDULED HOURS AND COMPENSATION * Full Time - thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hours per week * $69,600-$88,000 per year * Paid vacation accrual with one weeks' vacation available upon hire * Annual sick leave allowance * Personal business days * Paid holidays: nine official holidays plus three discretionary holidays and your birthday * Health care coverage, prescription coverage, dental insurance, vision reimbursements, long- and short-term disability, term life insurance * Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Stellar Staff Award program, Longevity Awards and an active Social Committee * Defined contribution retirement plan with matching funds up to 5% of salary per year APPLICATION INFORMATION: Only complete application packets (that include a current CPL application form<https://www.cantonpl.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/106/2021/08/CPL_Employmen…>, resume and cover letter) received or postmarked by 6:00 PM on Sunday, April 21, 2024 will be considered. Incomplete application packets will not be reviewed. Submit complete application packets to: Marian Nicholson - Business Services Canton Public Library 1200 S. Canton Center Road Canton, MI 48188 jobs(a)cantonpl.org<mailto:jobs@cantonpl.org> Please see the attached job posting for further details. [cid:image001.png@01DA9009.7AF84F90] Sean Bewick HR Specialist bewicks(a)cantonpl.org<mailto:bewicks@cantonpl.org> Canton Public Library 1200 S. Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188 734-394-1068

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Automatic Door + Patron Counter
by Mary Gallup 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

We need to replace our automatic door mechanism, and want to upgrade to include a patron counter as well. Those of you that have one, what brand is it? Thanks Mary Gallup Director Clinton Township Public Library 100 Brown St. Clinton MI 49236

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Full-Time Library Aide position at Houghton Lake Public Library
by Jamie Paille 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

Are you passionate about books, community, and making a positive impact? We're on the lookout for a dynamic individual to join our team as a Library Aide! As a Library Aide, you'll be at the heart of our library, helping patrons discover new worlds through literature, providing exceptional customer service, and fostering a welcoming environment for all. If you love connecting people with the resources they need, thrive in a collaborative setting, and are excited to be a part of a vibrant community hub in Houghton Lake, we want to hear from you! Please see the job description attached below: Have a great day! ~Jamie -- Jamie L. Paille Library Director MLIS Houghton Lake Public Library 4431 W Houghton Lake Drive Houghton Lake, MI 48629 989-366-9230 jpaille(a)hlpl.org <kyoung(a)hlpl.org>

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Online Summer Courses & Self-Paced Tutorials from UW-Madison iSchool
by UW iSchool CE 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

Summer Online Courses 10% early-bird discount for registering at least two weeks early! * Basics of Archives<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/basic-of-archives/>, Jun 10 – Aug 4 * Graphic Design for Librarians<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/graphic-design/>, Jun 10 – Jul 7 * Basics of Cataloging<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/basic-of-cataloging/>, Jun 17 – Aug 11 * Solving Copyright Dilemmas for K-12 Libraries<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/solving-copyright-dilemmas-fo…>, Jun 24 – Jul 21 * Strategies For Supervising Part-Time Employees<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/part-time-staff/>, Jul 1 – Aug11 * NEW! Tackling Tough Work Conversations<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/tackling-tough-work-conversat…>, Jul 29 – Aug 25 * Roll with it…Gaming in Libraries<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/gaming-in-libraries/>, Aug 5 – Sep 1 * NEW! Library Advocacy and Storymaking: The Hero’s Journey from Community to Page<https://ischool.wisc.edu/new-library-advocacy-and-storymaking-the-heros-jou…>, Aug 5 – Sep 1 * NEW! Makerspace Magic – Plan and Design Your Library’s Makerspace<https://ischool.wisc.edu/makerspace-magic-plan-and-design-your-librarys-mak…>, Aug 5 – Sep 1 Library Space Design in the 21st Century<https://ischool.wisc.edu/library-space-design-in-the-21st-century/>, Jun 17 – Jul 28 Register by June 2 and save 10%! Library services are evolving quickly, and many times our facilities were not designed to accommodate new service types. This course will provide an overview of trends in library design, outline techniques in assessment of space needs, and present ways to reclaim and reconfigure underused space for new functions. The lasting impact of the Covid-19 pandemic will also be considered. A real-life project in the student’s library will allow the practical application of concepts learned. NEW! Library Advocacy and Storymaking: The Hero’s Journey from Community to Page<https://ischool.wisc.edu/new-library-advocacy-and-storymaking-the-heros-jou…>, Aug 5 – Sep 1 As librarians we’re steeped in story—through our patron interactions, in our communities and programs, and, of course, on our shelves. How can we use the power of story to bring out the best in our communities and our work? How can we craft library advocacy stories with the greatest transformative effect? This course explores the impact of advocacy stories in a shifting library landscape and how to implement library advocacy through strategies that both uncover and inspire community heroes. -- Community-Centered Planning: Using Data to Create an Action Plan Self-Paced Tutorial Register today: go.wisc.edu/r1s8ce<https://go.wisc.edu/r1s8ce> Whether you’re creating a new library program, revising existing services, reinventing staff organizational structure, or writing a strategic plan, you benefit from a concise data-driven plan that explains your vision. This practical series of three tutorials allows you to move at your own pace through the planning process with an emphasis on qualitative data, quantitative data, and the elements of a one-page plan. More Self-Paced Tutorials Start as soon as you register and have up to one year to complete. * Spanish for Libraries<https://ischool.wisc.edu/programs/continuing-education/tutorials/spanish-fo…> * Budgeting for Libraries<https://ischool.wisc.edu/programs/continuing-education/tutorials/tutorial-b…> * Professional certificate in Digital Asset Management<https://www.edx.org/certificates/professional-certificate/wisconsin-digital…> -- Questions? Email ce-info(a)ischool.wisc.edu

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Program Recommendation: Andrew Kercher, Huron Lightship
by David Stokes 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

Hello there, Last night our library hosted Andrew Kercher, an historian with the Port Huron Museums, for a presentation on the lightships, their role in the Great Lakes maritime history, and the history of the HURON LV-103 specifically. The Huron is a museum ship that is open to the public, and they are also a MAP participant; although admission to the Huron is currently FREE to the public. Andrew was a great and informative speaker, easy to work with, and was well-received by our patrons. He also does presentations on a variety of other topics as well, including: the automotive industry, MI shipwrecks, MI lighthouses, architect Albert Kahn, inventor Thomas Edison, etc. See his website for more info: https://kercher.info/bookings-%26-topics Thanks, David M. Stokes Adult Services Librarian Adult Services Dept. Milford Public Library 330 Family Dr. Milford, MI 48381 248-684-0845, ext. 305 dstokes(a)milfordlibrary.info *Not every book is for everyone, but every book is for someone.*

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Thursday: Pop-Up Virtual Dialogue for Middle Managers from MCLS
by Jenny Kobiela-Mondor 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

Join the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services this Thursday, April 18, from 10:30 a.m. to noon Eastern (9:30-11 a.m. Central) for a Pop-Up Virtual Dialogue about empowering people while working in a middle-management role. We invite you to talk together and share your strategies, insights, and experiences with each other, and connect with other people who can relate to you. MCLS Virtual Dialogues are not courses or webinars, but are guided conversations with each other. Please plan to have your microphone enabled and camera on to participate. Register now at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qc-ugpj8pGd2jjrj22nzo1ORkYGen7i…. If you have any questions, please reach out at engagement(a)mcls.org<mailto:engagement@mcls.org>. We look forward to connecting with you! 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@01DA8FE1.A60B6870] 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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UP Notable Book Club presents Jon C. Stott talking about Yooper Ale Trails 🍺 Craft Breweries and Brewpubs of the U.P.
by Victor R. Volkman 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

You may wish to pass this along to your patrons. Jon is an engaging speaker and author of more than a dozen books in total. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ UP Notable Book Club presents a Q&A session with Jon C. Stott about Yooper Ale Trails 🍺 Craft Breweries and Brewpubs of Michigan's Upper Peninsula *Official Seal of the U.P. Notable Books <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…> UP Notable Book Club:* The Crystal Falls Community District Library in partnership with the U.P. Publishers & Authors Association (UPPAA) has scheduled author events with winners of the /UP Notable Book List/. The 36th event is with historian and beer aficionado Jon C. Stott who will take us on a romp through eight possible unique tours of U.P. craft breweries and brewpubs. The 170 locally-brewed lagers or ales included in Yooper Ale Trails: Craft Breweries and Brewpubs of Michigan's Upper Peninsula <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…> are the perfect way to quench your thirst after visiting the many scenic wonders of the U.P. Tours are arranged geographically from the shores of Lake Huron, across the north of the peninsula close to Lake Superior and then east from the Wisconsin border to the shores of Lake Michigan. Short essays on each brewery introduce you to the brewers, the places their beers are served, and the flavors of the beers themselves. Stott includes road maps for each ale trail and photographs of each establishment, making the breweries easy to find /*When: */May 9th, 2024 at 7 pm Eastern / 6 pm Central /*Where: */on the Zoom platform -- please contact Evelyn Gathu in advance by egathu(a)crystalfallslibrary.org <mailto:egathu@crystalfallslibrary.org?subject=UPNotableBooks&body=Please-send-me-the-zoom-link>, or by phone at (906) 875-3344. We recommend you borrow a copy of these books from your local library or purchase from your local bookseller in advance to get the most out of these events. *<https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…>JON C. STOTT *(Professor Emeritus of English, University of Alberta) has spent extended summers in the Upper Peninsula for over half a century. He is the author of five beer travel guides, including the award-winning /Island Craft: Your Guide to the Breweries of Vancouver Island/, as well as two other books about Michigan’s Upper Peninsula: /Paul Bunyan in Michigan: Yooper Logging, Lore, & Legends/ and/Summers at the Lake: Upper Michigan Moments and Memories/. He spends the cold, snowy months in Albuquerque, New Mexico. His beer blog www.beerquestwest.com <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…> includes frequent updates on the breweries he has visited. Cover of Yooper Ale Trails by Jon C. Stott <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…> "Jon C. Stott has done a meticulous job of supplying the craft beer lover with everything they would want to know about U.P. craft breweries and brewpubs. As of the writing of this book, there are 29 such breweries north of the Straits. The author presents each brewery with a 2 or 3-page essay that includes a short history, a conversation with the owner, presents a feel of the bar, and describes the brewery's signature beers. Each entry includes a photograph, address, phone number, and both the website and Facebook addresses. What makes the book totally unique are the appendices. There is a list of breweries and brewpubs by location. Following that is a listing of each brewery with its production by number of barrels, its flagship beers are named, followed by a core list of all beers produced, and its distribution area. Next is a several-page essay on how beer is brewed. There is yet another appendix on a guide to beer styles and which U.P. breweries offer which styles. There is also a glossary of brewing terms and an annotated list of books about beer. It made me thirsty reading the book." -- *Tom Powers, /Michigan In Books/* More information about the U.P. Notable Book list, /U.P. Book Review, /and UPPAA can be found on www.UPNotable.com *<https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…>About the Upper Peninsula Publishers and Authors Association (UPPAA)* Established in 1998 to support authors and publishers who live in or write about Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, UPPAA is a Michigan nonprofit association with over 100 members, many of whose books are featured on the organization’s website at www.uppaa.org <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…>. UPPAA welcomes membership and participation from anyone with a UP connection who is interested in writing. # # # -- Regards, Victor R. Volkman, President L H Press Inc. www.LHPress.com

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Twp. Library Payroll Question
by Director 15 Apr '24

15 Apr '24

Good morning everyone, Over the weekend, the Township Board for our library (PA 164) requested that they start charging our library to do payroll for our employees. I understand that this is a legal request. However, this has brought up some questions and I would really appreciate the perspective of others in this kind of situation. Do you pay your Township to do your payroll as a Township library? How did you determine a reasonable amount to pay for this service? What class size is your library? Did you choose to pay the Township, switch to a separate contracted company, or hire an employee to handle your payroll? Thank you so much! As always, I am happy to compile answers and share responses if there is interest. 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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Michigan Humanities upcoming workshop
by Estee Schlenner 15 Apr '24

15 Apr '24

Good afternoon, Michigan Humanities<https://www.michiganhumanities.org/> invites you to a virtual grants and programs workshop on May 7, 10:30am-12:00pm. This workshop will give an overview of our funding opportunities, including Humanities Grants, Bridging Michigan Grants, Arts and Humanities Touring Grants, and our program opportunities, including Great Michigan Read, Poetry Out Loud, and Michigan Humanities Awards, as well as an overview of our grant portal and a walkthrough of the Humanities Grant application. We'll leave time for Q&A and make sure any questions that arise over the workshop are answered. Register for this Zoom workshop here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUuf-6urD8pHNVsmWMxrSSfMLRTrPQuXu… We hope to see you on May 7! Please reach out to me with any questions. Best, Estee Estee Schlenner (she/her/hers) Communications Officer | eschlenner(a)mihumanities.org<mailto:eschlenner@mihumanities.org> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/in/estee-schlenner-b4645a187/> Connecting, Sharing, Growing [A blue and white badge with gold ribbon Description automatically generated] Michigan Humanities 2364 Woodlake Drive, Suite 100 Okemos, MI 48864 517-372-7770 ext. 665 Website<http://michiganhumanities.org> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/MichiganHumanities> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/mihumanities/?hl=en> Mission: Bringing people together through stories, histories, cultures, and conversations.

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MCLS announces Stephanie Davis will retire in November 2024
by Mary Ruthko 15 Apr '24

15 Apr '24

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Stephanie Davis, MCLS Associate Director/Manager, eLicensing and Collection Resources daviss(a)mcls.org<mailto:daviss@mcls.org> April 15, 2024 MCLS announces Stephanie Davis will retire in November 2024 Lansing, MI—With mixed emotions, MCLS announces Stephanie Davis, Associate Director/Manager, eLicensing and Collection Resources will retire Nov. 1, 2024. Stephanie has been at MCLS since February 2019. Before coming to MCLS, her library career spanned three decades in a variety of capacities including Library Assistant at the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Education Librarian at Spring Arbor University, and Library Director at two community colleges. “Working at MCLS has truly been a highlight of my career,” Stephanie notes, “The opportunity to impact many libraries drew me to MCLS and that experience has broadened my understanding of libraries, and deepened my appreciate for the many ways libraries of all types serve their users.” During her tenure at MCLS, Stephanie guided the eLicensing and Collection Resources department (formerly known as Group Purchasing) through the COVID-19 pandemic and the department’s transition to a remote workplace. She led the implementation of a new renewal management system, ConsortiaManager, and helped MCLS navigate the evolving world of eResource open access. Stephanie considers securing the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant one of her greatest achievements at MCLS. “Obtaining ARPA funds for libraries and providing them with the opportunity to purchase eResources at no cost to their institution was personally satisfying for me,” she recalls. Another highlight was the development of the Overdrive for Michigan Academics (OMiA) group. She explains, “Working with OMiA to establish a consortium Overdrive system for academics was truly gratifying. It was a boots-on-the-ground experience to help this group become a reality.” Stephanie has many retirement plans, including spending more time with her six grandkids, hiking and biking around Northern Michigan, and, along with husband, Todd, heading to North Carolina for the winters. Of course, she will also read books! The search for Stephanie’s replacement is in progress and the job posting is now available on the MCLS website<https://www.mcls.org/about-mcls/mcls-jobs/>. She looks forward to helping train and acclimate the new eLicensing and Collection Resources Manager before leaving MCLS in November. Mary Ruthko (she/her) Marketing and Communication Coordinator Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-507-4149 ruthkom(a)mcls.org<mailto:ruthkom@mcls.org> [cid:5d0d182b-a89b-4793-8b7d-3eb58ae15f1b] 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> Schedule a meeting with me<https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/82504839b07649009896aaa10a3d2395…>

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Ready to Read MI workshop space
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 15 Apr '24

15 Apr '24

We have a few seats open at the Grand Rapids training on May 1st... Ready to Read Michigan Workshops Growing Early Literacy Skills for Parents, Caregivers, and Early Childhood Educators 10:00 am - 4:00 pm ET Wednesday, May 1, 2024 - at KDL's Kentwood Branch<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> Thursday, May 2, 2024 - at Plymouth District Library [FULL] The Library of Michigan invites you to join Mother Goose on the Loose<https://mgol.net/>, Betsy Diamant-Cohen, as we explore The Ready to Read Michigan Parent & Early Childhood Educator Toolkit. The programs in the toolkit are designed for library staff to host throughout the community, engaging and modeling early literacy practices to parents, caregivers, and early childhood educators. Betsy will equip library staff with the information, skills, and ready-to-use tools to promote early literacy through your library, copies of the toolkit will be provided. This RTRM training will start with an introduction/refresher on the how, what and why's of early literacy skills and best storytelling practices. Then we will transition to cover the workshops in the Ready to Read Michigan Toolkit, which are designed specifically for library staff to easily facilitate with parents and caregivers with children ages 5 and under. Lastly, participants will address the important role played by Early Childhood Educators in the development of children from birth to age five, using familiar tips and tools on how to conduct a two-part workshop for Early Childhood Educators at your library, supported by the materials produced by Ready to Read Michigan<https://www.readytoreadmi.org/home>. Registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> is limited, lunch will be provided. These programs are supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. 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. [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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MAP New Partner Destination: Upland Hills Farm
by Jim Flury 15 Apr '24

15 Apr '24

Good Afternoon, I am pleased to report that Upland Hills Farm [ https://www.uplandhillsfarm.com/ | https://www.uplandhillsfarm.com/ ] in Oxford has joined the Michigan Activity Pass program! Here are the "Terms of the MAP Pass" for library patrons for Upland Hills Farm: MAP pass holders will receive $2.00 off of admission, per person, for any open to the public day--Toddler Days; Summer Sundays; Harvest Festival; Harvest Moon Hayrides. Thank you for your continued support and promotion of the Michigan Activity Pass program! Sincerely, Jim Flury Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Note New Fax Number: 248-716-5584 Note New Email Address:jflury@tln.org

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Registration is Now Open - TLN ASC Spring Workshop
by DJ Bond 15 Apr '24

15 Apr '24

Hey Michlib-L, [ https://tln.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1821868&group= | Registration is open ] ! Join us for the Adult Services Committee's 2024 Virtual Spring Workshop. Following the theme of Intergenerational Programming, join us for special presentations, breakout sessions, and conversations around how to make programs that appeal across generational divides. The event is free and registration is open now! Join us for an amazing morning of learning! [ https://tln.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1821868&group= ] DJ Bond Member Engagement Coordinator The Library Network (248) 536-3100 x116 dbond(a)tln.org TLN.org (he/him)

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