October 2025 - Michlib-l

MI PR Group recording
by Kelly Rembert 17 Feb '26

17 Feb '26

Thanks to all that joined today's MI PR Group meeting - the recording is up at: https://youtu.be/_CbvjwvO130 The MI PR Group was created to bring Michigan library marketers together to share successes, learn from non-successes and to tackle industry issues together. Whether your job title is "Marketing", or promotion is just one of many hats you wear, this group is here to support you! Looking ahead our next meeting is on Tuesday, April 15 with a roundtable meeting. Southfield Public Library is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: MI PR Group meeting Time: Every month on the Third Tue, 5 occurrence(s) April 15, 2025 10:00 AM Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system. Monthly: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/tJAoceCsqT0rE93Q3ZNCTzdMrQlvVVQ1VL8Z/ics?ic… Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/94569476199?pwd=aVVBV2J5aXlEcDAxZk9vMkRjZ280Zz09 Meeting ID: 945 6947 6199 Passcode: 152088 One tap mobile +13017158592,,94569476199#,,,,*152088# US (Washington DC) +13126266799,,94569476199#,,,,*152088# US (Chicago) Dial by your location +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 436 2866 US (New York) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Meeting ID: 945 6947 6199 Passcode: 152088 Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kcEzRnEqCy Much thanks, Kelly Kelly Ireland Rembert Outreach Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 796-4367 krembert(a)southfieldlibrary.org<mailto:krembert@southfieldlibrary.org> www.southfieldlibrary.org<http://www.southfieldlibrary.org/> she/her/hers

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MI PR Group upcoming meeting reminder - Tuesday, April 16
by Kelly Rembert 12 Feb '26

12 Feb '26

Hi Everyone, Here is your friendly reminder about an upcoming roundtable meeting of the MI PR Group on Tuesday, April 16 at 10am on Zoom. The MI PR Group was created to bring Michigan library marketers together to share successes, learn from non-successes and to tackle industry issues together. Whether your job title is "Marketing", or promotion is just one of many hats you wear, this group is here to support you! We will have a roundtable meeting so bring questions, concerns and successes to share! Southfield Public Library is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: MI PR Group meeting Time: Every month on the Third Tue, 5 occurrence(s) April 16, 2024 10:00 AM Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system. Monthly: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/tJAoceCsqT0rE93Q3ZNCTzdMrQlvVVQ1VL8Z/ics?ic… Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/94569476199?pwd=aVVBV2J5aXlEcDAxZk9vMkRjZ280Zz09 Meeting ID: 945 6947 6199 Passcode: 152088 One tap mobile +13017158592,,94569476199#,,,,*152088# US (Washington DC) +13126266799,,94569476199#,,,,*152088# US (Chicago) Dial by your location +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 436 2866 US (New York) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Meeting ID: 945 6947 6199 Passcode: 152088 Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kcEzRnEqCy Much thanks, Kelly Kelly Ireland Rembert Outreach Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 796-4367 krembert(a)southfieldlibrary.org<mailto:krembert@southfieldlibrary.org> www.southfieldlibrary.org<http://www.southfieldlibrary.org/> she/her/hers

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Upcoming FREE PCI Webinars Provided by Library of Michigan
by Vernola, Andrea (MDE) 17 Dec '25

17 Dec '25

Hello Michigan Libraries! Are you looking for free, high-quality continuing education on a wide range of professional topics? Check out the People Connect Institute (PCI) webinars now available to the Michigan library community. The Library of Michigan provides access to the PCI live webinars for all Michigan library staff. PCI Webinars use the Zoom platform. Register online for upcoming PCI webinars: * Storytime Success: Crafting Engaging Sessions from Start to Finish<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> July 2 at 2pm * The Power of Partnerships: Planning a Successful Community Meet & Greet at Your Library<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> July 9 at 2 pm * Elevating Your Game as a Professional<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> July 16 at 2 pm * Trauma-Informed Libraries - What are they, why do they matter, and how do we become one?<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> July 23 at 2 pm * Trauma-Informed Care or Services for Teens in the Library<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> July 30 at 2 pm * 10 Big Time Management Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> August 6 at 2 pm LM Continuing Education To find the full calendar of training and continuing education opportunities supported and offered by the Library of Michigan visit the Continuing Education site at Michigan.gov/LibraryCE<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce>. Links to WebJunction, United for Libraries, the LM CE calendar<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/intro/lm-continuing…>, and the Niche Staff Skills Academy<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills> can all be found there. CE Stipend for Michigan Library Staff Are you or your staff looking to develop your skills with professional development opportunities either in or out of state? The Library Continuing Education Stipend program<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/scholarships/librar…> can support travel and registration costs by providing financial support for library staff continuing education. The Library of Michigan is now accepting applications for stipends for fiscal year 2026 (10/01/2025 to 9/30/2026) events and classes. Questions about LM Training? Contact me at VernolaA(a)michigan.gov<mailto:VernolaA@michigan.gov>. This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Thank you! Andrea Vernola Continuing Education Coordinator | Library Development Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo St, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909 vernolaA(a)michigan.gov | 517-335-0123 https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan [cid:image001.png@01DBEA8D.D09C8AD0] Do you know an outstanding Michigan educator? Nominate them for 2026-27 Michigan Teacher of the Year! The MTOY Program is accepting nominations through September 24. Nominate an educator using the online form<https://mde.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9BjArjCenn1GB14>. For more information visit www.Michigan.gov/mtoy<http://www.michigan.gov/mtoy>. [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 of Michigan Continuing Education Round Up - August 26, 2025
by Vernola, Andrea (MDE) 26 Nov '25

26 Nov '25

Hello Michigan Library Staff! As summer winds down, we're virtually "high-fiving" you for a job well done! As you look ahead to what's next, we hope this curated list of continuing education opportunities from LM and beyond is helpful to you whether you are planning staff training or training for yourself. Please reach out anytime if you have feedback to share or if you'd like to chat about library training and development. And if you haven't already, we'd love for you to take a few minutes to share your thoughts and preferences about continuing education for public library staff in our current survey.<https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8425235/2025-Training-Opportunity-Assessment> >From Library of Michigan Managing Your Library's Afterschool Crowd <https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> - September 26 at 2-3 pm The hours of 3-5pm Monday-Friday can be a busy time for libraries. This is where libraries may get an influx of young people, and an increase in behavior incidents. But this is also a time of great potential impact, where libraries can be a safe place and reach out to teens. In this webinar you'll hear from a former teen services librarian whose library typically had 100-150 teens most days after school. She and colleagues learned from their partners and experience how to manage these chaotic (and fun!) hours. Instructor Carrie Rogers-Whitehead, is a former teen services librarian and the Founder and CEO of Digital Respons-Ability. Register here<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…>. Office Hours with LM Library Development Staff - Register on LM's Continuing Education Calendar<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/intro/lm-continuing…> to receive Zoom link * Grants Office Hours with Karren Reish<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> - September 9, 3-4 pm * Digital Collections Office Hours with Biz Gallo<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> - September 11, 3-4 pm * Library Law Office Hours with Claire Membiela<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> - September 18, 3-4 pm MeL Database Training: * Back to School with Brittanica<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> - September 9, 9 - 9:30 am * National Geographic Virtual Library<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> - October 15 at 2 -2:30 pm Webjunction<https://www.webjunction.org/home.html> Self-Paced Courses and Webinars LM's Staff Skills Niche Academy<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills> United for Libraries<https://www.ala.org/united> People Connect Institute's (PCI) Weekly Webinars - Wednesdays at 2 pm - Next Up: Inclusive and Impactful: Reinventing Your Meeting Culture<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> For full details on all of Library of Michigan's Continuing Education opportunities including upcoming events and recorded webinars, visit our website<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/intro/lm-continuing…>. Library of Michigan projects are made possible in-part by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Other Continuing Education Opportunities Learn more about the Sustainable Libraries Initiative<https://www.sustainablelibrariesinitiative.org/resources?combine=&field_res…> - September 8, 2025, 2 - 3 pm Offering exclusive tools, resources and methodologies that help library leaders be more authentic and focused in their decision making; resource use; service and program design; and partnerships to align with the triple bottom line of sustainability: environmental stewardship, social equity, and economic feasibility. Register here<https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/txVlzYh7Qh-BfF48erPpJQ#/registrati…>. Previously recorded webinars are available here<https://www.sustainablelibrariesinitiative.org/resources?combine=&field_res…>. Data Storytelling 101 with Dr. Kate McDowell<https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/data-storytelling-101.html> - Book out in September! If you haven't already checked out the Data Storytelling Toolkit for Libraries<https://uiucdstl.wixsite.com/uiucdstl>, make some time to do so. This research-backed toolkit is perfect for anyone wanting to craft a more compelling story to any audience. Whether you're sharing information with your board, staff, patrons, or community leaders, using data and storytelling effectively will help you communicate your library's impact and justify future investment. Based on 30 years of library work and national consulting, Dr. McDowell's September 2025 book Critical Data Storytelling for Libraries<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMjA2NjAzMyZwPT…>, is designed to help all library workers craft ethical, evidence-based narratives for advocacy and impact. 250 by 2026 Wiki Scholars Courses<https://wikiedu.org/250-by-2026-wiki-scholars-courses/> - Apply by September 22 Did you know that every month 500 million readers visit Wikipedia? The information readers find on Wikipedia helps form people's understandings of their communities, their societies, and the world. Wikipedia is a particularly significant resource for younger generations, educators, and members of the public with a casual interest in history. Information on Wikipedia also plays an outsized role in shaping the answers generated by search engines and AI. This makes the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of the historical content on Wikipedia vitally important. With the 250th anniversary of the United States fast approaching, more readers than ever will be searching Wikipedia for information about American history. In preparation for this major milestone, Wiki Education, in partnership with AASLH, is offering 250 by 2026<https://u83566.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.iX6JsoPV9JgEQBGKAIiq1WgZIp…> Wikipedia Courses. This free course will teach best practices in contributing evidence-based, comprehensive information to Wikipedia to promote a deeper understanding of American history in all of its depth and complexity, starting millennia before 1776 and continuing on to the present. It's also a chance to shine a light on your community's local history. Sign up for the free, eight-week online course<https://u83566.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.iX6JsoPV9JgEQBGKAIiq1WgZIp…> to learn how to bring your organization's expertise to this global platform. There are multiple course sessions and the deadline for registration is September 22. Happy learning! Andrea Vernola Continuing Education Coordinator | Library Development Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo St, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909 vernolaA(a)michigan.gov | 517-335-0123 https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan [cid:image001.png@01DC16A8.E8261940] 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! Michigan.gov/MeetUpEatUp<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup>. 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Passive Programming - Wellness
by Kristin.LaLonde＠mymichigan.org 18 Nov '25

18 Nov '25

Hello all, I am wondering if anyone here has done any Passive Programming for adults with a Wellness focus? If so, how did it go? Did you have any issues or were they popular? Thank you to anyone who has any insight to share! Kristin LaLonde, MLIS, AHIP Information and Project Coordinator MyMichigan Health 4000 Wellness Drive Midland, Michigan 48670 Phone (Midland) (989) 839-3262 kristin.lalonde(a)mymichigan.org<mailto:kristin.lalonde@mymichigan.org> Please note that this email message and any attachments may contain privileged and confidential information that is protected against use or disclosure under federal and state law. The information is intended only for the personal and confidential use of the intended recipient. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or the employee or agent responsible for delivering it to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this information in error and that any review, dissemination, distribution, copying or action taken in reliance on the contents of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this email in error, please advise by immediate reply.

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Conversations Worth Having - In-Person and Virtual Cohorts - Apply by November 3!
by Vernola, Andrea (MDE) 03 Nov '25

03 Nov '25

The Library of Michigan invites up to 60 public and academic library directors, managers, or supervisors to participate in Conversations Worth Having for Library Leaders<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/financialmanagement…>, led by Library Development Manager, Michelle Bradley. Participants may apply to be part of the in-person cohort on December 3, 2025, or the virtual cohort on February 4-5, 2026. The in-person cohort will be held at the Library of Michigan in Lansing. Conversations are at the heart of everything we do in libraries. They are key to effective communications, leadership, strategy, high performance, strong relationships, and the health of our organizations and communities. This course is grounded in Appreciative Inquiry, a widely used positive change approach. At the end of this course, participants will: 1. Use generative questions to shift the dynamics of personal and workplace communication problems. 2. Experience flipping negative conversations to conversations worth having. 3. Use effective feedback strategies with common workplace situations. Conversations Worth Having for Library Leaders Cohort #1 will take place on December 3, 2025, at the Library of Michigan in Lansing. Cohort #2 will take place virtually via Zoom on February 4-5, 2025 LM will cover the cost of course materials and course content, a $1,498.00 per person value. For the in-person cohort, LM will also provide morning coffee, tea, water, snacks, and lunch. All travel expenses are the responsibility of the participant. To Apply: Complete the online application<https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8523322/Conversations-Worth-Having-2025-2026…> by Monday, November 3, 2025 to be considered. Please contact Andrea Vernola at vernolaa(a)michigan.gov<mailto:vernolaa@michigan.gov> for questions regarding the program. Funding is provided in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. Andrea Vernola Continuing Education Coordinator | Library Development Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo St, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909 vernolaA(a)michigan.gov | 517-335-0123 https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan [Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan] [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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Upcoming cataloging workshop from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 31 Oct '25

31 Oct '25

Register soon for the following workshop from MCLS! Integrating Resources Cataloging<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/682cc84ddf7c71eadd5e9102> 1-day class, November 12, 2-4 p.m. Eastern (1-3 p.m. Central) Qualifies for 2 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! For this and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here store.mcls.org<https://store.mcls.org/> To learn about our Essential Workplace Skills and Cataloging Certificate programs, click here mcls.org/training-events/certification<https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/> ************************************************************ Gwen Haviland Membership & Training Coordinator/Project Specialist Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 517-455-7612 havilandg(a)mcls.org<mailto:havilandg@mcls.org> Connect with MCLS Website<https://www.mcls.org/> | Newsletter<https://www.mcls.org/news/enewsletter> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/midwest-collaborative-for-library-services>

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FW: Special Collections Update - October 31, 2025
by Oster, Adam (MDE) 31 Oct '25

31 Oct '25

Virtual Program, Holiday Closings, Author Event, 2026 Night for Notables Keynote, & 2025 Fall Family History Event. [Special Collections Update Banner] ________________________________ [Library of Michigan logo] Special Collections Update - October 31, 2025 Virtual Program, Holiday Closings, Author Event, 2026 Night for Notables Keynote, & 2025 Fall Family History Event. [Mindy Virtual Presenting]Virtual Program: Fold3 Library Edition Thursday, November 6, 2025 6:30PM - 7:30PM, Zoom Register For This Program<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fus06web.zoom.us%2Fmeeting%2…> Fold3 provides online access to military records, including the stories, photos, and relevant personal documents. Discover advanced strategies for using Fold3 as you uncover the accounts of men and women who served in the armed forces. Registration is required for all Zoom sessions. To see the full list of 2025 Virtual Programs and Registration information, go to Michigan.gov/LMPublicPrograms<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2FLMPublic…>. ________________________________ [Library of Michigan Flags]Library of Michigan Veterans Day and Thanksgiving Holiday Closings The Library of Michigan will be closed from Tuesday, November 11, 2025, for Veterans Day. The Library of Michigan will reopen on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. The Library of Michigan will also be closed Thursday, November 27, 2025, through Saturday, November 29, 2025, for the Thanksgiving holiday. The Library of Michigan will reopen on Monday, December 1, 2025. ________________________________ "Devouring Time: Jim Harrison, a Writer's Life" Author Event Meet author Todd Goddard<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.toddgoddard.net%2F/1/01…> as he discusses his recent biography of Michigan author Jim Harrison "Devouring Time: Jim Harrison, a Writer's Life." Mr. Goddard will be interviewed by Leslie McRoberts, Director of the Michigan State University Special Collections. Event takes place at the Library of Michigan on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 7PM in the 1st floor Forum Auditorium. Direct questions about event to Librarian(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:Librarian@Michigan.gov> or 517-335-1477 Sponsors include Michigan State University Federal Credit Union<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.msufcu.org%2F/1/0101019…>, the Library of Michigan<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flibraryo…>, the Lansing City Pulse<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.lansingcitypulse.com%2F…>, Michigan State University Special Collections<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Flib.msu.edu%2Fmurray-hong-s…>, and the Historical Society of Greater Lansing<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.lansinghistory.org%2F/1…>. [Todd Goddard Jim Harrison] Todd Goddard author event on Thursday, November 13, 2025. ________________________________ Save The Date: 2026 Night for Notables with Keynote Speaker Angeline Boulley The Library of Michigan and Library of Michigan Foundation<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.libraryofmichiganfounda…> are pleased to announce 2-time Michigan Notable Books honoree Angeline Boulley<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fangelineboulley.com%2Findex…> as the keynote speaker for the 2026 Night for Notables Celebration on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Angeline Boulley, an enrolled member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, is a storyteller who writes about her Ojibwe community in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. She is a former Director of the Office of Indian Education at the U.S. Department of Education. Angeline lives in southwest Michigan, but her home will always be on Sugar Island. Her first two novels "Firekeeper's Daughter" and "Warrior Girl Unearthed" have both been honored as Michigan Notable Book titles in 2022 and 2024 respectively. Angeline's most recent work "Sister's in the Wind" was released in September. Look more information soon about the 2026 Night for Notables event on both the Library of Michigan Foundation website<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.libraryofmichiganfounda…> and Michigan Notable Books page<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flibraryo…> on the Library of Michigan website. [Night for Notables Angeline Boulley] 2-time Michigan Notable Books honoree Angelin Boulley - image courtesy of CAW Creative Co. ________________________________ 2025 MGC Fall Family History Event The Library of Michigan is proud to be a co-sponsor of the 2025 Michigan Genealogical Council Fall Family History Event<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fmimgc.org%2Fevent%2F2025-mg…>. Taking place at the Michigan Library and Historical Center on Saturday, November 15 from 9:00AM - 4:00PM, the event will feature the following topics: * Doing Effective Genealogical Research in Libraries - Curt Witcher * Perilous Assumptions: Revisiting Those First Finds with Kris Rzepczynski, Archives of Michigan * Mining The Mother Lode: Periodical Research - Curt Witcher * Michigan Souvenir Books - Visual Context to Our Family History Research - Adam Oster and Matt Pacer, Library of Michigan * High Tech and High Touch of 21st Century Genealogy - Curt Witcher Keynote speaker Curt Witcher is the Director of Special Collections at the Allen County Public Library<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.acpl.lib.in.us%2F/1/010…>, managing the widely acclaimed Genealogy Center<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.acpl.lib.in.us%2Fgeneal…> as well as the Rolland Center for Lincoln Research<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.acpl.lib.in.us%2Frc/1/0…>. He is a former president of both the Federation of Genealogical Societies and the National Genealogical Society<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.ngsgenealogy.org%2F/1/0…>, and the founding president of the Indiana Genealogical Society<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Findgensoc.org%2F/1/0101019a…>. Find registration information and other event details on the Michigan Genealogical Council<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fmimgc.org%2F/1/0101019a3be2…> website: https://mimgc.org/event/2025-mgc-fall-family-history-event<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fmimgc.org%2Fevent%2F2025-mg…> [2025 MGC Fall Family History Event] 2025 Michigan Genealogical Council Fall Family History Event. ________________________________ Happy Halloween! [Martha Russell Orne Hallowe'en] Image from "Hallowe'en ; its origin and how to celebrate it with appropriate games and ceremonies" by Martha Russell Orne. Library of MIchigan - Rare Undersize GT4965 .O7 1898 ________________________________ [Special Collections Update Banner 2] [Library Card 2023]Library of Michigan Library Card Harness the resources of your state library with a Library of Michigan Library Card. Apply online at www.Michigan.gov/LibraryCard<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.Michigan.gov%2FLibraryC…>. Donate to the Collections of the Library of Michigan The Library of Michigan actively accepts additions to its collections and holdings. Find more information on the types of items accepted at www.Michigan.gov/LibraryGift<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.Michigan.gov%2FLibraryG…>. 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Ellison Prestige Pro Cutting Device available
by Keegan M Sulecki 31 Oct '25

31 Oct '25

Hello everyone, We have the following items up for grabs. You must come to pick up. Ellison Prestige Pro Cutting Device 18x13 Unused Cutting Pad 18x 9/75 10 Dies for various large objects and boxes Images at this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1STlAgz7piH9LOnA5_z8XZe0BCLiCLK2y?us… Best, Keegan [cid:image001.png@01DC49BE.5DE9A780] Keegan Sulecki Head of Youth Services Troy Public Library 248.524.3543 troypl.org<https://troypl.org/>

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Pop Up Food Pantry
by Tamie Bird 31 Oct '25

31 Oct '25

Hi Library Land! We were thinking of doing a Pop Up Food Pantry in our library's lobby to try and address the upcoming loss of SNAP and other services. At this moment, we're only thinking of offering the mini pantry during November and December so it wouldn't be a long term thing. I found this post from CSLP https://www.cslpreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/library_pantries_feed_… and I know some Michigan libraries have permanent little food pantries. Does anyone have any tips on what works and what doesn't or any other advice? We're hoping to start asap. Thanks! [A logo for a library Description automatically generated] Tamie Bird (she/her/hers) Youth Services Librarian (734) 326-6123 ext 2839 6123 Central City Parkway, Westland, MI 48185 westlandlibrary.org<http://westlandlibrary.org/>

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