April 2024 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Library of Michigan Book Offers - Leftovers
by Bacon, Betsy (MDE) 09 Apr '24

09 Apr '24

Hello - the Library of Michigan has free materials we are offering to the library community. To take advantage of this opportunity, see the information below and the attached spreadsheet. Feel free to forward this message to other library groups or listservs within Michigan. Content and condition The titles listed are extra copies of fiction and non-fiction (hard and soft cover) books submitted to the Michigan Notable Books program over the last year and either contain Michigan content and/or were written by a Michigan author. Also available are new and used Michigan government documents (on the second sheet of the document), items weeded from our collections, and donated materials we cannot use. Most of the non-MNB items are old library books and come with library markings/stickers but are otherwise in the condition noted on the spreadsheet. If you'd like to only consider the newer books, you can either sort by condition or publication year. How to request Please submit requests by email to baconb1(a)michigan.gov<mailto:baconb1@michigan.gov> . If you are local or passing through, you are welcome to schedule a time to select and claim materials on-site from 9am-5pm, Mon.-Fri. Email baconb1(a)michigan.gov<mailto:baconb1@michigan.gov> if you want to schedule a visit. Email requests are handled on a first-come basis by date and time. Some, or all requested materials may no longer be available at the point we receive your email. It may take a couple weeks to process the requests, depending on staff time and availability of RIDES totes. I will send you an email when I am able to ship the materials to you. Shipping We prefer to ship items via RIDES. If you are not in the RIDES system, we can ship via UPS and we will cover the cost of shipment. Email requests must include the title as noted on the spreadsheet, how many copies you want (if applicable), RIDES code or a delivery address (street address only, no P.O. box), contact name, phone number and email address. Emails should be directed to baconb1(a)michigan.gov<mailto:baconb1@michigan.gov> . Deadline If you are interested in any of these materials, please respond to this email no later than April 22nd, 2024. Materials will be shipped as soon as time and resources allow. Thanks for your time, please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Betsy Bacon BaconB1(a)michigan.gov<mailto:BaconB1@michigan.gov> Collections Technician Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education [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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Seeking Assistant Director
by Paula Stakley 09 Apr '24

09 Apr '24

The Saint Joseph / Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library seeks an engaging candidate for consideration as the Assistant Library Director. The Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library is a class IV library and serves a population of approximately 18,000 year-round residents in the communities of the City of St. Joseph and St. Joseph Charter Township. This harbor community is located on the bluff overlooking Lake Michigan less than two hours from Chicago and within easy driving distance of Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids, MI and South Bend, Indiana. Please see more information at: http://www.youseemore.com/maudpreston/contentpages.asp?loc=82 Paula Stakley (she/hers) St. Joseph / Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library 500 Market Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 983-7167 librarybythelake.org

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ACLU of Michigan: Interactive Map Tracking Book Bans and Censorship
by Jim Flury 09 Apr '24

09 Apr '24

Good Morning, I heard this on NPR on my drive to TLN this morning: [ https://www.aclumich.org/en/press-releases/aclu-launches-interactive-map-tr… | https://www.aclumich.org/en/press-releases/aclu-launches-interactive-map-tr… ] [ https://www.aclumich.org/en/hostile-territory-mapping-michigans-anti-lgbtq-… | https://www.aclumich.org/en/hostile-territory-mapping-michigans-anti-lgbtq-… ] Jim 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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THIS SUNDAY! Detroit Public Library Welcomes NYT Bestselling Author Silvia Moreno-Garcia!
by Megan Summers 08 Apr '24

08 Apr '24

Hello, The Author Series Committee at the Detroit Public Library is excited to welcome Silvia Moreno-Garcia to Detroit for the first time ever! The renowned, genre-bending novelist of books like Mexican Gothic and Silver Nitrate will chat with Detroit-based sci-fi writer Zig Zag Claybourne about all things weird and wonderful in literature. Copies of Silvia and Zig Zag's books will be available for sale during the program from Source Booksellers. Date: Sunday, April 14 Time: 2pm EST Location: Main Library, 5201 Woodward Avenue Eventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/silvia-moreno-garcia-in-conversation-with-zig-… Please help us spread the word! 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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[JOBS] Full-Time Youth Librarian at Plymouth District Library
by Shauna Anderson 08 Apr '24

08 Apr '24

Plymouth District Library is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking librarian to join our dynamic team in service to youth and families. Our librarians manage well-funded collections, present engaging programs, and serve on active public service desks. Apply online at plymouthlibrary.org/jobs by FRIDAY, APRIL 12. Learn more about what it's like to work at PDL by viewing our Library Policies <https://plymouthlibrary.org/policy/>, Annual Report <https://plymouthlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-Annual-Report-1…>, and Strategic Plan <https://plymouthlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022-2025-PDLStrategic-Plan.…>. Email HumanResources(a)plymouthlibrary.org with any questions. -- *Shauna Anderson* (she/her/hers) Library Director, Plymouth District Library 223 S Main Street | Plymouth, MI 48170 734-453-0750 ext. 218 | sanderson(a)plymouthlibrary.org

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Trenton Library Creative Writing Contest
by Amalia Ash 08 Apr '24

08 Apr '24

[cid:920cf0f3-2a4e-43c4-b2a4-44f194755160] The Trenton Veterans Memorial Library is hosting a Creative Writing Contest for adults with a submission period April 1-May 15, 2024. Here are our submission guidelines<https://www.trenton.lib.mi.us/site-assets/files/adult-creative-writing-cont…> for the contest. Our theme is seeds, from the hopeful to the sinister. We invite Michigan residents aged 18+ to submit their original poetry, fiction, or creative non-fiction, up to 5 pages around this theme. Entries are due May 15th. Showcase on June 8th. Please see our site for details trenton.lib.mi.us<https://www.trenton.lib.mi.us/events-1#/events/1tu4JVtRF5/instances/SS1I56k…> or contact EChapman(a)trenton-mi.com. [cid:5ce0b3de-7683-4f94-b3e2-e077b0bc2548] <https://www.trenton.lib.mi.us/>

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MS Office to Google
by Rick Dunning 08 Apr '24

08 Apr '24

Hi all - doing some research. Have any of your libraries made the organizational switch from Microsoft Office to Google Workspace applications? How did it go? Happy with the results, including security? Patrons still using Office on public computers? Thanks, Rick __________________________ Rick Dunning Director of Technology & Facilities Gloria Coles Flint Public Library 1026 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 810-249-2452

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Summer Programming Theme & Slogan Listening Sessions
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 08 Apr '24

08 Apr '24

Make Your Voice Heard! All public libraries in MI are members of the Collaborative Summer Library Program, and you are invited to contribute thoughts about future summer themes and slogans. This April, you will have two virtual opportunities to give feedback on a slogan for 2027's theme (Mystery/Detective/Suspense) and a theme for 2028. What type of sleuthing will 2027 bring to our libraries? Will we spend summer of 2028 getting our hands dirty in the garden? Standing under a tree during a rainstorm? Zipping into the future? You get to help us decide! Register for one of our two listening sessions in April by clicking on the links below. We want to hear your voice! Ahead of the meeting, we will be providing the top 25 options for 2027 slogans and 2028 themes. Help us narrow it down to the ten that will be voted on by State Reps at the annual CSLP meeting (I'm your state rep and would love to hear your feedback)! You can see the themes and slogans<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bsKZ90rp0AWRFtwMOqXcRUxdGNEpMQ9WAL8_qH3…> we'll be discussing by clicking on this link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bsKZ90rp0AWRFtwMOqXcRUxdGNEpMQ9WAL8_qH3… Slogan/Theme Listening Session Option #1: Thursday, April 18th: 1:00 p.m. PDT/2:00 p.m. MDT/3:00 p.m. CDT/4:00 p.m. EDT Register Here<https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIudeGtqjkjG9RvhCLXdkAusfpbHF3ev4…> Slogan/Theme Listening Session Option #2: Tuesday, April 23rd: 11:00 a.m. PDT/12:00 p.m. MDT/1:00 p.m. CDT/2:00 p.m. EDT Register Here<https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctfuirqjssH9Q5ORqvOpaLxntjluyJ7g…> This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Thank you, 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.

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NASA 2024 Total Solar Eclipse Virtual Watch Party
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 08 Apr '24

08 Apr '24

Monday, April 8, 2024 - 1:00 PM-4:00 PM ET 2024 Total Solar Eclipse: Through the Eyes of NASA Join NASA to Participate Online in the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse Live Streaming Event<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-total-solar-eclipse-through-the-eyes-of-n…> Registration will provide communications about where to view, eye safety, highlighted eclipse activities, and access to curated eclipse resources. Be our virtual guest for the 2024 total solar eclipse live streaming event! On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. The next total solar eclipse will not be seen for another 20 years in 2044! Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-total-solar-eclipse-through-the-eyes-of-n… All resources, participation, and registration are FREE. Register to let NASA know that you're virtually participating! While there is no physical ticket for online participation nor access to in-person viewing activities, register<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-total-solar-eclipse-through-the-eyes-of-n…> to participate from your spot in the universe! The use of the NASA logo or identifiers without permission of the Office of Communications is prohibited by federal statute and regulations, the violation of which may include fines, imprisonment, or both. 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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Program Recommendation- Carol Trembath
by Turbok, Joseph 06 Apr '24

06 Apr '24

The St. Clair County Library System has had the fortune of having Carol Trembath visit our library three times in the past couple years. Carol is an author, former teacher, librarian, and media specialist. She has talked about her two novels (the Water Walker series and Out of Slavery: A Novel of Harriet Tubman) during her first two visits. Her visit a couple days ago was as a NASA Solar Ambassador where she talked about the history of women in space. She also talked about the importance of NASA and space travel in general. Carol has always been a passionate and charismatic speaker during her presentations. Her knowledge of the various subject matters and love of learning was evident in each appearance. She loves teaching and educating her audiences and she would be a great addition to any library's programs. She can be contacted at carol.trembath3(a)gmail.com Joseph Turbok- Senior Librarian for Adult Services St. Clair County Library - Main Library 210 McMorran Blvd. Port Huron, Michigan 48060

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