August 2024 - Michlib-l

Hair Cut Program-Questions/Recommendations
by Jessica Bostian 22 Aug '24

22 Aug '24

Good afternoon Michigan library community! If your institution has ever done a free hair cut/style program for the public, would you mind sharing with me any recommendations, successes, issues, etc.? Thank you in advance everyone, and happy Thursday! Jessica Bostian Assistant Manager/Librarian III Patent and Trademark Resource Center Representative Detroit Public Library Social Science, Education & Religion Business, Science & Technology 5201 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI 48202 jbostian(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org 313-481-1403

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Oral History - How to Advertise Service
by Lorry Traver 22 Aug '24

22 Aug '24

Hi all, I have been trying to think of ways to more heavily advertise our oral history service we offer. For those who offer an oral history service, have you had good success in interviewing patrons? And, what did you do to advertise the service? Oral history is someone retelling personal life stories, sometimes talking about important parts of history they lived through. What they talk about is completely up to them. Some will follow a question and answer format, while others simply talk about whatever is on their minds. We offer audio or video recording, and have appointments available at our library. Thanks in advance for any help you are able to offer. -- *"I think books are like people, in the sense that they'll turn up in your life when you most need them." - Emma Thompson* *Lorry Traver* Public Services Librarian Brandon Township Library 248-627-1460

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Women's Health Partnership
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 22 Aug '24

22 Aug '24

Cancer and heart disease are the leading causes of death for Michigan women, and to tackle this issue the Cancer Prevention and Control Section of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has screening programs for women. * The Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Navigation Program (BC3NP)<https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/keep-mi-healthy/chronicdiseases/cancer/bc3np> provides breast and cervical cancer screening to eligible women. * The WISEWOMAN Program<https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/keep-mi-healthy/chronicdiseases/cancer/wisew…> provides screening for heart disease risk factors and health coaching to make lifestyle changes. * The Program for Breast Cancer in Young Adults<https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/keep-mi-healthy/chronicdiseases/cancer/breas…> provides educational and quality of life resources for cancer survivors, metastatic thrivers, caregivers, and health professionals. To promote these programs, the MDHHS Cancer Section began the Women's Health Partnership to partner with organizations, such as the Library of Michigan, to: * Enroll women for lifesaving health screenings. * Engage women in services for themselves and their families. * Educate about breast cancer risk and improve the quality of life of those impacted by cancer. * Help women take advantage of FREE health services in the communities they serve. Head to https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/keep-mi-healthy/chronicdiseases/cancer/women… and click on "Campaign Materials" to download & print a variety of flyers to share with your community. 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. Nourishing Michigan's Future during the summer! Find a Summer Food Service Program site nearest you and encourage Michigan's children to Meet Up and Eat Up! www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup> [cid:image001.png@01DAF47B.1B7A5E10] [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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MeL Minute: Checking Facts for Deeper Understanding
by Laura Warren-Gross 22 Aug '24

22 Aug '24

[cid:image002.png@01DAF473.EF9385D0]In the fall of 2022, with midterm elections coming, I wrote about leading more information literate<https://mel.org/blog/Leading-Information-Literate-Lives-Using-the-MeL-eReso…> lives. Heading back to school and college this fall, as well as with the 2024 election coming in November, now is the perfect time to highlight some recent MeL updates on this topic. The Michigan eLibrary<https://mel.org/welcome> (MeL) includes content that educators and library staff can use to help students and patrons navigate the abundance of information that they are inundated with daily. Working to identify credible sources using checklist methods such as CRAAP or SIFT has been common practice. However, other strategies might prove more effective. In Communications in Information Literacy<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=01beb4be-3013-3a22-82e2-8…> (full text in Library & Information Science Source<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> 2010-present), Mark N. Lenker III presents "Dwindling Trust in Experts: A Starting Point for Information Literacy<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=21bb6c55-4c45-3486-834f-8…>." He notes that recent studies have shown that people have less trust in experts and provides alternative teaching strategies that might help people think about sources differently. For example, he suggests research should be more about understanding ideas than settling a question with certainty since we can always learn more about a topic and gain further knowledge that might shift perspectives. He also devises questions that can be asked about a source to better determine if the information it contains can be trusted. Media Smart: Lessons, Tips and Strategies for Librarians, Classroom Instructors and Other Information Professionals<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=413e3a70-5abb-368e-9caf-9…> by Joanna M. Burkhardt in the eBook Academic Collection<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> provides background information about how technology and media intersect. The content is accompanied by exercises to help demonstrate the ideas. Timely topics include artificial intelligence, statistics and data visualization, deepfakes, and fact checking. In Computers in Libraries<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=df750a26-0499-3215-bda3-6…> (full text in Library & Information Science Source<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> 1993-present), "Voices of the Searchers<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=7d670c97-2aee-3f76-bd4d-8…>" by Mary Ellen Bates asserts that information literacy is still being taught as it was in the 1970s. She suggests that we all need to be more like professional fact-checkers using skills such as lateral reading and learning about technology including GenAI to successfully determine the legitimacy of a source. Information literacy continues to be a hot topic in the library profession. Additional content MeL eResource<https://mel.org/az.php> content on the topic includes: * Library & Information Science Source<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> provides publications such as Future Internet<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=2ed0942d-b99e-3595-b086-f…>, Information Technology & Libraries<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=01415161-202b-399b-a38c-f…>, Journal of Information Literacy<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=b73ec9e7-cc7b-3025-b4de-e…>, and Library Quarterly<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=5ec36392-63dc-37cb-aa43-c…> which can be searched to locate additional studies and lesson ideas. * Points of View Reference Source<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> has radio and TV news transcripts which can be used to verify quotes used online and in memes for correct wording and context. * Gale and EBSCO<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> eBooks focused on digital literacy for all ages can help everyone discover more about this important and timely topic. 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@01DAF473.EF9385D0] 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@01DAF473.EF9385D0]

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elevators and analog phone lines
by Mary Harrison 22 Aug '24

22 Aug '24

Good Morning Hive Mind, With analog phone lines going away, how has your library dealt with the emergency phone that is required in all elevators? Thanks, Mary Mary Jean Harrison Director Coloma Public Library 151 W. Center Street PO Box 430 Coloma Michigan 49038 269-468-3431 <http://www.colomapubliclibrary.net/> www.colomapubliclibrary.net The most important asset of any library goes home at night - the library staff. Timothy Healy

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Tech purchases
by marion Library 21 Aug '24

21 Aug '24

Hey Libraryland! Our library is in the market for some new monitors but the ones offered on Techsoup aren't really what we are looking for as far as specs. Does anyone else have a trusted vendor for computer hardware they like to use? Appreciate your help! -- Sarah Genereaux-Maddox MLIS Marion Public Library Director 120 E Main St, Marion, MI 49665 (231) 743-2421 Have a wonderful day! *"**Fairy tales do not give the child his first idea of bogey. What fairy tales give the child is his first clear idea of the possible defeat of bogey. The baby has known the dragon intimately ever since he had an imagination. What the fairy tale provides for him is a St. George to kill the dragon." - G.K. Chesterton*

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Northern Michigan Author Award Recipient Anne-Marie Oomen to Be Celebrated
by Babarskis, Melinda (MDE) 21 Aug '24

21 Aug '24

Good afternoon Michlib, We hope you can join us in celebrating 2023-2024 Michigan Author Award Recipient Anne-Marie Oomen at the Library of Michigan on September 7th from 6-8 pm. The closing date for filling out the registration form<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPGy7h7QXtjbxYdPyD9QYH50IyeM8F-1I…> has been updated to Friday, August 30th. Sincerely, Mindy Babarskis Reference Librarian Michigan Collection Library of Michigan (517) 335-1457 BabarskisM(a)michigan.gov<mailto:BabarskisM@michigan.gov> [Michigan Department of Education Press Release] ________________________________ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   Date: Contact: August 8, 2024 Bob Wheaton<mailto:wheatonb1@michigan.gov>, Director of Public and Governmental Affairs, 517-241-4395 Northern Michigan Author Award Recipient Anne-Marie Oomen to Be Celebrated LANSING – The Library of Michigan will celebrate 2023-24 Michigan Author Award recipient Ms. Anne-Marie Oomen on Saturday, Sept. 7. The event will feature a presentation from Oomen and remarks by State Librarian Mr. Randy Riley. Food and refreshments will be provided. The event is free to attend and open to the public, but space is limited and registration is required. Register online<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVy…> by Aug. 20. Oomen, of Empire in Northern Lower Michigan, is the founding editor of “Dunes Review,” former president of Michigan Writers, Inc., and instructor at Solstice MFA in Creative Writing at Lasell University in Massachusetts and at Interlochen College of Creative Arts. Her 2022 memoir “As Long as I Know, You, the Mom Book,” won the Association of Writers & Writing Programs’<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVy…> Sue William Silverman nonfiction award, a Michigan Notable Book Award in 2023, and a Silver IPPY. “The Long Fields: Essays of Comfort and Home” is her latest work. Other Michigan Notable Book selections authored by Oomen include “Pulling Down the Barn,” “House of Fields,” and “The Lake Michigan Mermaid” (with Linda Nemec Foster). Her edited work “ELEMENTAL: A Collection of Michigan Nonfiction” was a Michigan Notable Book title. Additional works included “American Map: Essays, Uncoded Woman,” and “Love, Sex and 4-H.” Additional works include seven plays as well as scripts for two video projects. More information about Anne-Marie Oomen and her works may be found on her website, anne-marieoomen.com<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVy…>. The Michigan Author Award<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVy…> was established in 1992 with the intention of recognizing significant Michigan authors with a lifetime achievement award. Previously developed by the Michigan Library Association, the award is now facilitated by the Library of Michigan<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVy…> and Michigan Center for the Book<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDUsInVy…>. For more information or questions about the Michigan Author Award, contact the Library of Michigan at 517-335-1477, visit www.Michigan.gov/MCFB<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDYsInVy…>, or email Librarian(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:Librarian@Michigan.gov>. # # # The Library of Michigan is an agency within the Michigan Department of Education and is dedicated to providing the people of this state and their government one perpetual institution to collect, preserve and provide access to the story of the State, and to support libraries in their role as essential community anchors. 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JOB POSTING - FT Technology Asst, makerspace
by Jaclyn Miller 21 Aug '24

21 Aug '24

Hi everyone, We are currently seeking applicants for the position of Technology Assistant. This position plays an essential role in ensuring that the Baldwin Library’s Idea Lab (makerspace) runs smoothly and trouble-free. This is a full time position which includes day, evening and weekend hours. You can view the posting at baldwinlib.org/employment or review the attached document. Applications should be submitted by September 4 at 5pm. Have a great day! Jaclyn -- *Jaclyn Miller* (she/her) *Associate Director* Baldwin Public Library 300 W. Merrill St. Birmingham, MI 48009 248-554-4682 www.baldwinlib.org

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Register Now - Public Funds and Finance for Library Trustees Webinar
by Wartella, Becky (MDE) 21 Aug '24

21 Aug '24

August 29, 2024, 1:00pm-2:30pm - Public Funds and Finance for Library Trustees Funding the library and monitoring the finances are two of the library trustee's primary responsibilities...but few trustees have training in public finance or experience with the use of public funds. This webinar with cover the basics of the laws governing the use and management of public funds, Fiduciary Duty, as well as information on the responsibility that library trustees have for ensuring that their library is funded to accomplish the mission it is tasked with. Participants in this session will be able to: * Discover the Michigan State legal requirements for the use of public funds. * Identify the financial policies and procedures their library should have in place. * Identify their authority and responsibility over library finances as determined by their establishment law. for more information or to register, visit the Event Registration Page<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> (https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…) Thank you, Becky Wartella Department of Education Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909

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Susie Finkbeiner
by Pam Ballett 21 Aug '24

21 Aug '24

Hi All! Just wanted to send an open invite to our library event. We will be hosting Michigan Notable Author Susie Finkbeiner on September 4th at 6pm. She will be discussing her book, The All American. [cid:4f47f1a4-d254-4375-a922-5d590179bd3b] Pam Ballett Director Schoolcraft Community Library 330 N Centre Schoolcraft MI 49087 269 679-5959 [https://ci3.googleusercontent.com/mail-sig/AIorK4zo6Pdd7idswbRjh2zFjbRLbu3G…] “Books are a uniquely portable magic.” ― Stephen King www.schoolcraftlibrary.org<http://www.schoolcraftlibrary.org/>

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StoryWalk still popular?
by Jean Fellows 21 Aug '24

21 Aug '24

Hello All: We offer two Story Walks in our community, one in a local park and one in the downtown. The books are wonderful, we add EL activities for families to do at each page stop, they look great--but we're struggling to get quantifiable response on use. The last QR survey has been out on both Story Walks since June-- with 3 responses. Without response data, the thought is we should stop doing them, if nobody in the community is using them. We promote steadily on our Events Calendar, Facebook, etc. We've tried QR codes, entering respondents for a prize drawing, and response is still pitifully small. Is Story Walk over post-Covid? Do people just hate scanning the codes? What else can we do? What are other libraries experiencing? -- Jean Fellows Programming Coordinator Grand Ledge Area District Library 131 E. Jefferson St., Grand Ledge, MI 48837 517-627-7014 *The Grand Ledge Area District Library is situated on ancestral, traditional and contemporary lands of the Anishinaabeg – Three Fires Confederacy of Ojibwe, Odawa and Potawatomi peoples-- land ceded in the 1819 Treaty of Saginaw.*

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Demco Book Doctor coming to Huntington Woods on September 11
by Matt Church 21 Aug '24

21 Aug '24

The Demco Book Doctor will be visiting SE Michigan on Wednesday, September 11 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. The session will take place at the Huntington Woods Public Library. Registration is live at https://forms.gle/kQh8wG1LMubaugyCA. Hope you'll be able to join us! Matt Church, Library Director *(he/him/his)* Berkley Public Library 3155 Coolidge Hwy. Berkley, MI 48072 248-658-3449 mchurch(a)berkleymi.gov (Please note City of Berkley email addresses now end in berkleymi.gov) www.berkley.lib.mi.us

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FW: Mental Health in the Workplace Webinar
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 21 Aug '24

21 Aug '24

Hello! Please see information below for a workplace mental health webinar opportunity! This webinar is free. Thanks! 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). Nourishing Michigan's Future during the summer! Find a Summer Food Service Program site nearest you and encourage Michigan's children to Meet Up and Eat Up! www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup> [cid:image001.png@01DAF3BC.36F1ABE0] From: Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity <LEO(a)govsubscriptions.michigan.gov> Sent: Tuesday, August 20, 2024 9:23 AM To: Membiela, Clare (MDE) <MembielaC(a)michigan.gov> Subject: Mental Health in the Workplace Webinar Bullying and abusive supervision [LEO Banner] Mental Health in the Workplace: Bullying and Abusive Supervision This month's Mental Health in the Workplace webinar will feature guest speaker Dr. Michelle Kaminski of Michigan State University, who will discuss bullying and abusive supervision, the impact on mental health, and what can be done about them. Sean Egan, LEO's Deputy Director of Labor who leads the state's workplace mental health initiative, will moderate. Thursday, Aug. 22 2:00 p.m. Join Via Microsoft Teams<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fteams.microsoft.com%2Fl%2Fm…> [join the event button]<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fteams.microsoft.com%2Fl%2Fm…> To learn more, visit Michigan.gov/WorkplaceMentalHealth<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fleo%2Fin…>, a centralized hub to share resources and strategies aimed at helping employees and employers across the state address mental health in the workplace. ________________________________ Closed captioning will be provided. If you need special accommodations to attend this meeting, contact LEO-Comms(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LEO-Comms@michigan.gov> by Wednesday, July 16. Requests received after that date cannot be guaranteed, but every effort will be made to provide the accommodation requested. ________________________________ Update your subscriptions, modify your password or email address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fpublic.govdelivery.com%2Fac…>. You will need to use your email address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please visit subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fsubscriberhelp.govdelivery.…>. This service is provided to you at no charge by Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fleo%3Fut…>. ________________________________ This email was sent to membielac(a)michigan.gov<mailto:membielac@michigan.gov> using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity *105 West Allegan * Lansing, Michigan 48933 [GovDelivery logo]<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fsubscriberhelp.granicus.com…>

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Labels free to good home!
by Kaitlin Matesich 21 Aug '24

21 Aug '24

Hello Library Land! Currently cleaning out some cabinets and have a number of classification labels that we would love to rehome, send us your rides codes - first come first served! (photo at bottom) We currently have: 6 boxes of brodart "Easy Books" stickers (5 boxes are circa 1968 for you collectors out there!) 5 boxes of demco "New" stickers SKU:12803120 3 boxes of demco round "14 Day Loan" stickers SKU:12802540 2 boxes of brodart "Reference" stickers (circa 1968 and yes by some unknown force their adhesive is as strong as ever!) 1/2 box of demco "Spanish" stickers SKU:12852270 2 boxes of demco "Young Adult" stickers SKU:12800430 2 boxes of demco round "Reference" Stickers SKU:12802650 1 small roll of demco "Holiday" stickers (no box) 1 roll of demco all-in-one "CD" stickers (no box, sticker includes classification label and label protector) [image: IMG_6917.HEIC.jpg] -- *Kaitlin Matesich* *Patron Services Librarian* *Benzie Shores District Library* *630 Main St. Frankfort, MI* My Pronouns: She/Her - See www.mypronouns.org to learn more*.*

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Last Chance to Register: Learn How To Host a Community Scanning Day!
by Gallo, Biz (MDE) 21 Aug '24

21 Aug '24

How to Pick Your Program: Hosting a Community Scanning Day When: Tuesday, August 27, 2024, 1:00 - 2:00 PM ET What: Find ways to build your digital collections and broaden user access to local history by hosting a community scanning day. Register: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even… Hosting a Community Scanning Day can be a great way to help patrons share and preserve their history, but it is also an opportunity to expand your own local history collections. Join Biz Gallo, Statewide Digitization Initiatives Coordinator at the Library of Michigan, for this webinar on hosting a Community Scanning Day. In this session you will learn how to plan, market, and implement a successful digitization day at your organization. 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 [cid:43530945-fbd3-49b0-a5ee-1714d5cc6957] Nourishing Michigan’s Future during the summer! Find a Summer Food Service Program site nearest you and encourage Michigan’s children to Meet Up and Eat Up! www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup> [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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Looking for a Consensus on Nonresident Card Fees
by Amanda Hanson 20 Aug '24

20 Aug '24

Hello Collective Library Brain, I am reviewing our fee structure for issuing nonresident cards to patrons who are outside of our legal service area. I can tell from the reports issued by LOM that several Michigan libraries offer this type of card and at different rates. I am looking for “best practices” which are justifiable when setting a fee for this service. Howard Miller Library recently moved into the Class V library size according to the LOM classification system with just over 26,000 patrons in our legal service area and contracted service areas. Our current rate for a nonresident card is $50 and has been set since 2001. We provide limited service with this card, not full access to the LLC collection and materials and no digital access either. I have no idea how the $50 rate was determined (I became director in Sept 2022) and would like to find the best way to calculate a current and fair rate for this nonresident card service. I have all of Clare’s information that she has given to us about different ways to calculate this fee: 1. Total income (local + other local operational income / Total population served (legal service area + contracted service areas 2. Total library expenditures (as detailed in the Annual State Aid Report) / Total population served (legal service area + contracted service areas) 3. Or use the total number of households in lieu of total individual population counts when doing the above calculations If your library has a nonresident card, would you be willing to share how you determined the fee you charge for it so that I can see if there is a consensus on how Michigan public libraries calculate these fees? Do you use one of the calculations above or a different one to determine your fee? I am willing to compile any responses and share with the group for everyone’s edification. Thanks so much for considering a response to this query 😊. Have a wonderful rest of your day. Amanda H. [Logo]<https://www.cityofzeeland.com/> Amanda Hanson | Director Howard Miller Library & Community Center 14 S. Church Street | Zeeland, Michigan, 49464 p: 616.748.5901 | c: 616.368.9567 e: ahanson(a)cityofzeeland.com | w: www.cityofzeeland.com<http://www.cityofzeeland.com/>

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Accessibility Checker in Canva
by Katie Rothley 20 Aug '24

20 Aug '24

Hey TLN and Michlib-L friends, I learned about this recently. You can use it to view your design's color contrast and accessibility with your text (type). Many individuals with vision impairments need clear contrast between colors and especially the type you are using when compared to the colors. Canva also presents whether there are issues with alternative text for each of the elements in your design, which you can also add to your Canva files. To find it in your design file, go to *File > Settings > Check Design Accessibility* I did some research and Meta will automatically attach alternative text to your images, but the problem with that is that it may not be accurate or complete because of the limitations of AI. They haven't added the option to include alternative text when you go to create events on your page, but when you do regular posts, there is an option to edit within the post and add alternative text. The recommendation is to describe the image and what the important information is that is included in the image for screen readers unless you're listing that in the description or caption. I'm not a lawyer so I don't know the legalese for this. Feel welcome to share this fact with people in your consortiums who may not be on Michlib-L or who are not in my consortium, TLN. Katie -- Katie Rothley, MLIS Marketing & Public Relations Librarian Northville District Library 212 West Cady Street Northville, MI 48167 (248) 349-3020 <callto:(248)+349-3020> ext. 221 https://northvillelibrary.org

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Closing Sunday! - Branch Manager search - Eagle Valley Library District (CO)
by Beth Barker 20 Aug '24

20 Aug '24

Branch Manager - Eagle Valley Library District (CO) The Eagle Valley Library District (CO)<https://evld.org/> seeks an experienced problem solver who uses solution-based thinking as its next Eagle Branch Manager. Formed as a district in 1992, the library has continued to grow and provides a wealth of services and resources for its residents. With a $6.7 million budget and 38.8 FTE, the district delivers excellent customer service from three branches in its mission to offer opportunities and resources to read, learn and grow. Library highlights include a new bookmobile service launching this summer, a positive and proactive staff team, wonderful facilities, and a new remote locker pickup service. The library serves over 55,000 residents in Eagle County, Colorado on the West side of the Rocky Mountains. The area is well-known to outdoor enthusiasts for its extensive trail terrain for mountain biking, hiking, and trail running. Better known as Vail Valley, the region is home to multiple skiing mountains and is a worldwide destination for outdoor activity. Small mountain towns dot the landscape and offer a simple approach to living that focuses on local business, nature, and entertainment. Responsibilities: Reporting to the Library Director, the Eagle Branch Manager oversees daily operations of the library branch; supervises branch staff in accordance with the library organizational chart; communicates the library's policies and procedures to the public and staff; anticipates and budgets for all major facility requirements; works with staff to identify and implement outreach opportunities; promotes the library through participation in various community groups and activities; and prepares and submits monthly statistics and other reports as directed by the Library Director. A complete list of duties and responsibilities may be found in the job description found in the accompanying links<https://host.pcrecruiter.net/pcrbin/jobboard.aspx?JOBSHAREJ2OCAUFLE5WYX5MOR…>. Qualifications: A master of library and information science degree from an ALA-accredited institution is required. Three or more years of professional library experience, strong supervisory skills, and excellent communication abilities are preferred. The ideal candidate will have strong management experience, be a team player who supports the other Eagle Valley Libraries, has excellent documentation habits, and will serve as a mentor to other staff. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $85,000 - $95,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<https://bradburymiller.com/> (https://bradburymiller.com) Apply with a meaningful cover letter and resume via our application portal<https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/> (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) by clicking on Eagle Valley Library District and the apply button. This position closes on Sunday, August 25, 2024. View the most up to date version of this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links on our website<https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/> (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) - 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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Job Posting: Part-Time Circulation Specialist
by Jordan Wright 20 Aug '24

20 Aug '24

The Ferndale Area District Library is seeking a creative and enthusiastic Circulation Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate should have excellent interpersonal skills, a passion for customer service, and be committed to equity and inclusion while serving a diverse community. Be the first to see all of the new releases in books, movies, and music! Applicants with non-library customer service experience are encouraged to apply. Reports to: Head of Circulation Hours: 15-20 per week, includes evenings and weekends Wages: $17.00 per hour Benefits: Vacation Time, Personal Time, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program Classification: Union represented Please submit a resume, cover letter, three professional references and a completed employment application <https://fadl.org/sites/default/files/About%20Us/fadl-employment-app-fillabl…> *as a single PDF document* to melissa(a)fadl.org by end of day on Monday, September 1st. Only electronic submissions will be accepted. -- Jordan Wright Library Director Ferndale Area District Library 248-546-2504 x 691

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Cameras in Library
by Kimberly Schaaf 19 Aug '24

19 Aug '24

Hello Library Land, If your library is 15,000 - 20,000 square feet and you have security cameras, can you tell me about how many you have installed and approximately what the cost was to have those installed? Just looking to get some very general ballparks. Thanks so much! Kimberly Schaaf Director, Oak Park Public Library 14200 Oak Park Blvd. Oak Park, MI 48237 Office: 248-691-7566 Work Cell: 248-914-3318

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Job Posting: PT Teen Librarian
by Tammy Turgeon 19 Aug '24

19 Aug '24

The Sterling Heights Public Library is hiring a PT Teen Librarian. The schedule includes 2 evenings, every other Saturday, and every 6th Sunday during the school year. The hourly pay starts at $27.7835/hr, with pay increases every six (6) months and annually on July 1st. Paid Time Off (PTO) is also provided. Additional information and the online job application can be found at: https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6155388.careers?ShowJob=570876136 Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Tammy [cid:77f12fce-8eb9-412d-a52b-fb5359d91d67] Tammy Turgeon Library Director Sterling Heights Public Library 40255 Dodge Park Rd Sterling Heights, MI 48313 586-446-2640

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UPRLC CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
by Lisa Waskin 19 Aug '24

19 Aug '24

Happy Monday Michigan Libraries! I am sending out a reminder that the deadline for registering for this year's conference is approaching fast. The conference will be held in Escanaba on the northern shore of Lake Michigan, at Bay Du Noc Community College. If you are coming from downstate, you will hang a left once you cross the Mackinac Bridge and travel along beautiful Rt.2, which offers stunning views of the lake and beaches in the UP. The dates for the conference this year are Wednesday September 25th and Thursday, September 26th. This year's theme is Bold Library Futures and speakers from around the state will focus on AI Technology, Building Collaborations, Statewide Library organization leaders, Grants and Fundraising, Programs, Academic and Public Libraries, and so much more. Registration for the conference at this link: https://form.jotform.com/241273576298164 (Please make sure you receive a confirmation email. If you do not, contact Dillon Geshel at dgeshel(a)superiorlandlibrary.org ) We have a block of rooms at the Quality Inn in Escanaba. Please call the hotel to make your reservation and mention that you are with the library conference group. The deadline for the discount is September 10th. If you have any questions, please contact either me or Dillon Geshel. We hope to see you in September! Lisa Waskin, District Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783 Ph. (906) 632-9331 lwaskin(a)superiordistrictlibrary.org<mailto:lwaskin@superiordistrictlibrary.org>

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'Publishing' patron's writing
by Anna Merritt 19 Aug '24

19 Aug '24

Hello All, Our library is hosting a short story writing challenge for NaNoWriMo month. We would like to take the submitted stories and put them in a bound book, available for the public to come in and read. This is the first time I have done something like this and I know nothing about the copyright/legal side of it. Has anyone else done something similar to this and have any suggestions/wording? Thanks! Anna Merritt (she/her) Assistant Director / Adult Programmer / 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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Manager position open at Oakland University
by Michael Ross 19 Aug '24

19 Aug '24

*Position Title:* Manager, Circulation Services and Resource Sharing *Organization:* Oakland University Libraries *Location:* Rochester, MI *Job Description:* We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as the Manager of Circulation Services and Resource Sharing. The successful candidate will provide leadership to ensure effective operations within the Circulation Services and Resource Sharing Team. Responsibilities include planning, direction, management, accountability, and evaluation/assessment for library units including Circulation, Interlibrary Loan, Course Reserves, and Stacks Maintenance. Key duties involve collaborating with library administration, department heads, and faculty and staff across the library to develop, inform, and coordinate major initiatives associated with Circulation Services and Resource Sharing. If you're passionate about library services and have the leadership skills to manage and enhance our circulation and resource-sharing functions, we invite you to apply. To apply or for more information, please visit https://jobs.oakland.edu/postings/32276 -- Michael Ross - MLIS Manager of Library Technology Services Oakland University 203A Kresge Library 248-370-4617

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REQUEST FILLED! Re: Station Eleven books wanted
by Stair Library 16 Aug '24

16 Aug '24

I just love this list! Thank you so much to those who responded so quickly and filled this request! You amazed the English teacher! Colleen On Fri, Aug 16, 2024 at 1:47 PM Stair Library <stairlibrary(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Hi, > One of our English teachers needs about 15 copies of *Station Eleven*. > Any chance anyone has any you're ready to part with from that era of the > Great Michigan Read program? > Thanks, > Colleen > > -- > Colleen Leddy, Director > Stair District Library > 228 W. Main St. > Morenci, MI 49256 > 517.458.6510 > stairlib.org > M&W: 10-7 > T&Th: 1-5 > F&S: 10-2 > -- Colleen Leddy, Director Stair District Library 228 W. Main St. Morenci, MI 49256 517.458.6510 stairlib.org M&W: 10-7 T&Th: 1-5 F&S: 10-2

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