January 2025 - Michlib-l

A Five-Star Birdwatching Experience with Greg Bodker
by Jamie Paille 16 Jan '25

16 Jan '25

A Five-Star Birdwatching Experience with Greg Bodker We were thrilled to host Greg Bodker for his captivating birdwatching presentation at Houghton Lake Public Library, and it’s safe to say it was a huge success! Every seat in the room was filled with enthusiastic patrons, from seasoned birdwatchers to curious newcomers. Greg’s deep knowledge and passion for birds shone throughout the evening. His presentation was engaging, educational, and entertaining, perfectly tailored for an adult audience but also wonderfully accessible to families. The stunning visuals, high-quality videos, and sound clips he shared brought the beauty and wonder of the natural world to life, leaving everyone in awe. Even before the program officially began, Greg’s engaging personality was evident. He took the time to chat with early arrivals about recent bird sightings and local observations, setting an inviting and inclusive tone for the evening. Patrons loved the thoughtful photo slideshow and bird songs that he played beforehand, which created a lively atmosphere and built excitement as everyone settled in. What truly set Greg apart was the extra effort he put into personalizing the program. He took the time to discuss birds and birding locations in our local community. Patrons were delighted with the custom printouts he provided, which highlighted birding hotspots in our area—an invaluable resource for those eager to start exploring right away! Audience members were especially impressed by Greg's approachable and warm demeanor. He skillfully fielded questions and stayed after the event to chat with attendees, creating a welcoming atmosphere that made everyone feel included. The feedback from our patrons has been overwhelmingly positive—many commented that they left inspired to get out and start birding themselves. If you’re considering hosting Greg, we couldn’t recommend him more highly. His ability to connect with a diverse audience and deliver a truly memorable and personalized program is second to none. Thank you, Greg Bodker, for a night of inspiration and discovery. We can’t wait to welcome you back in the future! If you are looking to host a fun and engaging birding experience for your patrons of any age, you can find his calendar and contact here: https://www.backyardbirdsandbeyond.com/ <https://www.backyardbirdsandbeyond.com/> ~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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[Employment Opportunity] Library Page
by BTPL Careers 16 Jan '25

16 Jan '25

Greetings-- The need for Library Pages is ongoing. See the link below my signature, or the attached document, or the description below for more details: The Bloomfield Township Public Library is seeking a professional and resourceful Library Page to support the Library’s circulation needs. The Bloomfield Township Public Library is a Class 5 Library, with a service population of 41,070 people. There is strong community support for the Library and its collections, services, and programs. Technology is integrated into Library services. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to providing quality service to the staff and the public and the desire to work in a collaborative team environment. POSITION TITLE: Page DEPARTMENT: Adult and Teen Services, Circulation, or Youth Services, reporting to Assistant Department Head HOURS: Flexible, part-time, year-round, approximately 10-20 hours weekly, including weekdays, evenings, and weekends. Paid time and a half on Sundays. WAGE & BENEFITS: $12.82 per hour with increase possible upon successful completion of three-month orientation period and annual increases based on successful completion of annual review. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). RESPONSIBILITIES: * Provides positive, pleasant professional service to staff and the public * Sorts and shelves materials (books, DVDs, etc.) in a timely manner * Retrieves materials for patrons and staff * Maintains shelf organization and appearance * Follows direction of supervisor * Directs patrons to appropriate staff for assistance * Assists in opening or closing of the Library * Assist department staff before and after programs when needed * Performs special assignments or duties as needed REQUIREMENTS: MINIMUM: * Ability to lift, push, and/or pull at least 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation; ability to visually review materials and discern vocal and audible tones, with or without reasonable accommodation * Able to push or pull carts weighing at least 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation * Computer experience * Desire to serve the public in a positive manner APPLICATION: Open Until Filled. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and kept on file for six months. Applicants will be contacted if a position becomes available during that six-month period. Best Regards, Linden Godlove Administrative Assistant Bloomfield Township Public Library See all of our open positions here: https://btpl.org/employment/

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Kent District Library Employment Opportunity!
by Jessica Nelson 16 Jan '25

16 Jan '25

POSITION TITLE: Branch Librarian - Youth and Teen Focus (#639) LOCATION: Tyrone Twp., Kent City, MI BEGINNING PAY RATE: $22.97, 40 Hours/week CLASSIFICATION: Union Represented DEADLINE TO APPLY: January 30, 2025 @ 5:00 pm SCHEDULE: Mondays 8:45-1:45pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:15-8:15pm, Wednesdays and Fridays 8:45-5:15. Every other Saturday 8:45-1:45pm. To view the full job posting and apply for this position, please visit the Kent District Library career site at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/<https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kdl>kd<https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kdl>l. Applications for employment must be submitted using Kent District Library's electronic application form. Resumes will not be accepted or considered in place of the application. To be eligible, applicants must meet the job requirements and submit a complete application by the specified deadline. A separate application form is required for each position applied for. Kent District Library is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristics protected by state or federal law. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations can be provided upon request to ensure access to the application, interview, and selection process. Thank you for your time and effort in applying. We look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Jessica Nelson Human Resources Generalist Kent District Library Service Center, 814 W. River Center Dr. NE., Comstock Park, MI 49321 D 616.784.2016| F 616.647.3818 | she/her/hers (Why pronouns matter<https://pronouns.org/>) [Signature-tagline300x17]<http://www.kdl.org/>

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MeL Minute: MeLCat: a Year in Review
by Megan Dudek 16 Jan '25

16 Jan '25

[A picture containing text, clipart, sign Description automatically generated]A huge thank you to all the libraries and library staff who helped continue to make MeLCat successful in 2023! In 2023, MeLCat welcomed two new libraries: * North Central Michigan College * St. Clair County Community College In addition, the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor resumed lending in October 2023. More than 1 million items were requested by patrons throughout the state of Michigan. January 2023 was the busiest month, with patrons placing a whopping 103,743 MeLCat requests! Altogether in 2023, more than 970,000 items were loaned out to patrons all over Michigan. The top 5 most requested titles via MeLCat were: 1. Lessons in chemistry<https://search.mel.org/iii/encore/record/C__Rb42656085> by Bonnie Garmus 2. Remarkably bright creatures<https://search.mel.org/iii/encore/record/C__Rb42695441> by Shelby Van Pelt 3. Horse<https://search.mel.org/iii/encore/record/C__Rb42661722> by Geraldine Brooks 4. Demon copperhead<https://search.mel.org/iii/encore/record/C__Rb42743129> by Barbara Kingslover 5. Firekeeper's daughter<https://search.mel.org/iii/encore/record/C__Rb41701536> by Angeline Boulley In the Library of Michigan fiscal year (October 2022 – September 2023), the top five lenders were: 1. Capital Area District Library 2. Genesee District Library 3. Monroe County Library System 4. Kent District Library 5. Ann Arbor District Library While the top five borrowers were: 1. Kent District Library 2. Capital Area District Library 3. Monroe County Library System 4. Ann Arbor District Library 5. Jackson District Library In 2023, MCLS MeLCat staff helped libraries with a plethora of MeLCat questions and issues, and more than 3,150 tickets were opened by library staff. MCLS MeLCat staff also reached more than 300 library staff through more than 45 MeLCat-related trainings. Brought to you by Megan Dudek 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. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. Megan Dudek (she/her) Shared Library Systems Manager Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-481-2794 dudekm(a)mcls.org<mailto:dudekm@mcls.org> [Text Description automatically generated] 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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JDL Open Technology Manager position
by Wayne, Danah 16 Jan '25

16 Jan '25

Hello, JDL is looking for an energetic and positive Technology Manager to join the leadership team. This is a salary position, located in downtown Jackson, Michigan. This position leads a team of three, offers great benefits, and a supportive team of peers. $75,000 - $85,000 based on experience. If you are interested, please apply: 6140061:Career Search<https://secure6.entertimeonline.com/ta/6140061.careers?CareersSearch=&lang=…> Danah D Wayne Human Resources Manager Jackson District Library O: 517-905-1306 C: 517-936-7576 wayned(a)myjdl.com<mailto:wayned@myjdl.com> [cid:c1c10c36-c434-4036-8ba8-68b84e7d57ed]

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And the 2025 Reading Champion Is...
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 15 Jan '25

15 Jan '25

Can't read this newsletter? View it in your browser: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqcemtrzspGtLGQ3VWebyMDnZ5uWeCT3… [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/295ebfdd-acfe-92…] [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/50ecc63d-3ddd-f1…] [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/b019c04d-0a0d-2f…]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/2a5db77d-3794-05…]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> Click here for a video message from Katherine Applegate! We are thrilled to announce that Katherine Applegate<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…>, Newbery Medalist and #1 New York Times-bestselling author, is our 2025 Summer Reading Champion<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…>! You and your patrons have surely been touched by Katherine's beloved and award-winning books for young readers, including Odder, Home of the Brave, Crenshaw, Wishtree, Willodeen, and The One and Only Ivan. She is also the author of the Animorphs series, a beginning reader series, Doggo and Pupper, illustrated by Charlie Alder, and Dogtown, co-authored with Gennifer Choldenko. We know you love these books as much as your patrons probably do! Our thanks to Macmillan Children's Publishing Group<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> for partnering with us and to the author for sharing her time and passion to promote summer reading! Upcoming Free Event & Poster! [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/15688f53-0661-fb…]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> Be inspired by Katherine Applegate, our Summer Reading Champion<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…>, and be the first to hear about the Summer Color Our World Writing Contest! You will also learn about program ideas from our Manual Committee members. These experts will highlight some of the ideas they came up with from our 2025 programming manual<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…>. Register here<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> to attend live (limit 3,000 participants). If you cannot attend live, but would like to receive a link to the recording, complete this form.<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> It's Katherine Applegate yawl! Can you tell we're excited? [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/b53d7f36-4dd6-c5…] Thanks to our partner this year, Macmillan Children's Publishing Group<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…>, they produced 5,000 beautiful posters featuring our Summer Reading Champion for CSLP member libraries. If your library places an order after January 15, 2024, this full color 18"x24" poster will be included automatically. This poster is all about Katherine Applegate's signature quote that "Books Change the World And So Can You". We believe it! Find Out More<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> [Facebook]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> [Twitter]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> [Link]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> [Website]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> Copyright (c) 2025 Collaborative Summer Library Program, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Collaborative Summer Library Program PO Box 178 Grafton, VT 05146 Add us to your address book<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/vcard?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405&id…> [Email Marketing Powered by Mailchimp]<https://login.mailchimp.com/signup/email-referral/?aid=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2…>

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Outdoor Book Drop Needed
by Maurine McCourry 15 Jan '25

15 Jan '25

We are preparing for some construction and will be temporarily losing our through wall book return. We are hoping to find a used freestanding outdoor one to get us through the construction period. Please let me know if you have one to get rid of or expect to have one in the next couple of months. Thank you! Maurine McCourry, PhD | Library Director | Hillsdale College 33 E. College St. | Hillsdale, MI 49242 | 517-607-2401 | lib.hillsdale.edu

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GONE - Cardboard Wraps for Books/Multiple DVDs Available
by Deb Jeske 15 Jan '25

15 Jan '25

The packaging has been spoken for. Thanks. Have a great day! Deb Jeske Finance & Facility Manager Houghton Lake Public Library 989-366-9230

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WebJunction content and upcoming webinars – January 15, 2025
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 15 Jan '25

15 Jan '25

WebJunction content and upcoming webinars Highlighted Content Friends of the Library: Tools and resources<https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/resources-for-friends-of-libra…> A Friends of the Library group can provide great assistance to libraries—often in the form of fundraising, advocacy, or reaching underserved groups. These resources can help you as you think about starting a Friends group, revitalizing one, or boosting their effectiveness. Leading with compassion at the Charles County Public Library<https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/opioid-response-charles-county…> The opioid epidemic continues to have a devastating impact in the United States. At the Charles County Public Library (CCPL) in Maryland, staff started looking at the opioid crisis through a lens of understanding and empathy to serve their community. Read this article to learn more about how CCPL staff responded to community needs with the help of WebJunction’s Opioid Crisis Support Kit for Public Libraries<https://www.webjunction.org/explore-topics/opioid-crisis.html>. Advancing IDEAs: Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, 7 January 2025<https://hangingtogether.org/advancing-ideas-inclusion-diversity-equity-acce…> Read this Hanging Together blog post, part of a regular series<https://hangingtogether.org/tag/IDEA/> on issues of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility, compiled by a team of OCLC contributors. WebJunction Webinars These upcoming webinars are open for registration. If you can’t attend a live session, all WebJunction webinars are recorded and available for free in the Course Catalog<https://learn.webjunction.org/>. Don't manage change—embrace it Thursday, January 16, 2025 ◆ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ◆ 60 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/dont-manage-change-embrace-i… Trying to make changes at your library can feel overwhelming. Where do you start? How do you get people on board? What do you do when you encounter resistance? Change management plans can help, but too often they frame the change as a problem to manage rather than an opportunity to reach for a shared vision. In this webinar, you’ll learn strategies for effective, positive change-making and examine how shifting your mindset to center growth and strengths can help you positively reframe change. You’ll also explore approaches to leadership, collaboration, and power-sharing that meaningfully engage impacted groups and plan for and address change anxiety and resistance. Building community connections by hiring for cultural knowledge Thursday, January 30, 2025 ◆ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ◆ 60 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/hiring-for-cultural-knowledg… Staffing demographics rarely match those of the communities they serve. Learn how valuing specific knowledge, skills, and abilities during the hiring process can develop a staff ready to serve a diverse community. Hear from Cultural Liaison Library Assistant staff representing Hispanic and Tribal communities, including the results of their efforts to build connections with and share stories of these communities. Attendees will be challenged to reconsider some common hiring practices and how to make them more inclusive. Hear a success story from a library that identified cultural knowledge gaps and worked with community stakeholders during the job posting and selection process. Empowering teens: Enhancing information literacy through games and interactive programming Thursday, February 6, 2025 ◆ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ◆ 60 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/empowering-teens.html You can help your teen patrons to become better navigators of the information that they find online. Come learn about how you can offer fun and engaging experiences that bring teens to the library and build their information literacy skills. Researchers at the University of Washington’s Center for an Informed Public<https://www.cip.uw.edu/> will walk you through programs developed with public libraries, including an escape room game and youth video program. You’ll also discover activities adapted from school libraries that help teens reflect on their interaction with social media and give them the tools to verify questionable posts. Turn strategy into action with Theory of Change Wednesday, February 26, 2025 ◆ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ◆ 60 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/turn-strategy-into-action.ht… You're getting ready to implement a change at your library, from a new strategic plan to a major project. How do you get your staff, partners, or community to understand and align with this new direction? Theory of Change is a powerful tool to help you define a shared vision that everyone can strive for together, while allowing flexibility and autonomy in how they get there. In this webinar, you’ll learn how one library is using Theory of Change to drive strategic alignment while reducing bureaucracy. You will learn how to identify the core concepts of Theory of Change and how they relate to change in libraries and apply the principles to a strategic change in your library. This program is 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<https://lists.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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FREE Virtual Workshop Series on Digital Preservation Workflows
by Chelsea Denault 15 Jan '25

15 Jan '25

Hello Michilib-L Colleagues! Sharing an opportunity from our friends at the Digital Preservation Coalition to attend their annual Workflow Webinar series. This virtual series is free to attend, and is appropriate for anyone just getting started with digital preservation at your own organization. See more info below. We highly encourage anyone to attend! Many thanks, Chelsea Denault, Ph.D. (she/her) Michigan Digital Preservation Network Coordinator Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-325-0826 denaultc(a)mcls.org<mailto:denaultc@mcls.org> www.MIpres.org<http://mipres.org/> The Digital Preservation Coalition (DPC) invites you to join our exciting Digital Preservation Workflow Webinar series, taking place from February 3-7, 2025. Registration is now open.<https://www.dpconline.org/events/eventdetail/434/-/digital-preservation-wor…> This series will showcase various digital preservation workflow processes developed and implemented by the digital preservation community. Speakers from institutions worldwide will present their workflows, representing different aspects of the digital preservation process or a particular digital media or content type, before we open the floor for discussion and a chance to ask questions. Each episode will conclude with an introduction to the Community Owned Workflows (COW) COPTR wiki, as we invite speakers and participants in the webinars AND the wider digital preservation community to share their own workflows. Who Should Attend? * Those starting out in digital preservation and looking for workflow inspiration * Those wanting to learn about simple workflows using free tools * Those seeking ideas to improve or enhance their existing workflows * Those with workflows to share and discuss This event is open to all, with no charge. Sessions are scheduled across different time zones to make it easy for everyone around the world to join in. Take a look at the full program and sign up at https://www.dpconline.org/events/eventdetail/434/-/digital-preservation-wor… apologies for cross-posting Kind regards/Met vriendelijke groet, Angela Puggioni Community Engagement Manager Digital Preservation Coalition http://www.dpconline.org/ Email: angela.puggioni(a)dpconline.org<mailto:angela.puggioni@dpconline.org> X: @AngelaP_DPC

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