October 2025 - Michlib-l

Grow Your Library Career with LSSC Courses with Infopeople
by Califa Group 08 Oct '25

08 Oct '25

Not every library worker has a Master’s in Library and Information Science… ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ View in browser<https://preview.mailerlite.io/emails/webview/478958/167617839221441794> [Infopeople]<https://infopeople.org/> [website]<https://infopeople.org/> Grow Your Career with LSSC [https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/478958/xPGWLFUssudxWS5PPQJxGKlPHzU3…] Not every library worker has a Master’s in Library and Information Science… and not every library career requires one. What if there was another way to demonstrate your skills, gain recognition, and open doors to new opportunities? That’s where LSSC courses come in. [https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/478958/cB8WKNtblquxaTxaFjFfBr8nL6dC…] Infopeople - an online continuing education provider for library workers within and beyond the U.S. - is an approved online course provider for the American Library Association’s Library Support Staff Certification (LSSC) Program<https://ala-apa.org/lssc/>. This program is designed to recognize the value and accomplishments of library support staff, and provides a path to certification for library workers who don’t have an MLIS. Anyone can take Infopeople’s LSSC courses, whether or not they are pursuing certification. These courses will help you build the skills you need to shine in your role. [Learn More About the LSSC Program] Why take an LSSC Course? Our learners tell us that by taking Infopeople LSSC courses, they: * built confidence interacting with patrons and other staff * attained practical skills they could use right away * discovered the bigger picture of how libraries operate * learned fresh ideas from other libraries and colleagues * gained pride in the profession and readiness for advancement to new roles in their organization and beyond Hear from our learners: [https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/478958/Oo2zJ4Cm39Y2xqKvq0Zf7eXDto6Q…] “This course made me confident enough to propose changes at my library.” [https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/478958/q4URFLSByVbEL5q4CDe2xRALTaTD…] “I feel more connected to the mission of libraries and 1000% more proud to work in this profession.” LSSC courses you can take with Infopeople include:<https://infopeople.org/content/infopeople-lssc-approved-courses> [A diverse trio of people working at a table around a laptop and a stack of papers.] All Work is Team Work [A photograph of a row of brightly colored book spines.] Basic Cataloging and Classification [Three diverse children sitting on the ground reading.] Children’s Services Fundamentals [A man and a woman holding office supplies interact while speech bubbles are above their heads.] Communication Is More Than Words [A man standing behind a library desk holding a book.] Core Reference Fundamentals [A set of Lego building blocks with a library building on top.] Foundations of Library Science [A woman, holding a clipboard, is rating and reviewing an employee.] Library Supervision and Management [A man working at a computer while another gives him advice and speaks to him.] Readers' Advisory Fundamentals: Books and Beyond [Woman with a prosthetic leg working at a standing desk on a laptop.] Technology in Libraries [Two teenagers, one taking a selfie and the other playing a handheld video game.] Teen Services Fundamentals [ALA-APA Library Support Staff Certification program]<https://infopeople.org/content/infopeople-lssc-approved-courses> These courses are all LSSC-approved<https://infopeople.org/content/infopeople-lssc-approved-courses>. Take the next step with Infopeople: Whether you want the nationally recognized LSSC certification or to gain new skills and more confidence in your current role, Infopeople’s LSSC courses give you the knowledge and tools you need to move forward in your library career. 👉 Learn more about Infopeople’s online LSSC courses and enroll today<https://infopeople.org/content/infopeople-lssc-approved-courses>! With LSSC courses, you’re not just growing your skills. You’re building a career. [Infopeople] Questions about Infopeople’s LSSC program or any of our other learning opportunities? Feel free to contact us at: hello(a)infopeople.org<mailto:hello@infopeople.org>. We want to hear from you! Warmly, The Infopeople Team Califa Group 330 Townsend Street, Suite 133, San Francisco, CA, 94107 United States of America [website]<https://califa.org/>

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Searching for a Book Jacket Assembly Board
by Darlene Dery 08 Oct '25

08 Oct '25

Hi All, Does anyone have one of these boards they aren't using? I'd love to take it off your hands...or just borrow it for a few months. I've searched high and low, and they aren't available for sale anymore...even checked eBay. Thanks, Darlene Dery Grosse Pointe Public Library p.s. Sorry for the bad picture. That's all I could find. [cid:64305e39-dd31-4ce2-9246-3dcd977a39f5] [cid:1d863773-d45f-45cd-914c-0a5a7cfdfd28]

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[Job Posting] - IT Assistant - Part Time
by Michael McEvoy 08 Oct '25

08 Oct '25

https://northvillelibrary.bamboohr.com/careers/30?source=aWQ9MTg%3D The Northville District Library seeks an enthusiastic candidate who enjoys helping people with computers, networking and connected technologies to join our customer service directed team, as detailed below: Position: IT Assistant – Part Time 10 to 25 Hours per week Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends. Duties: - Assist with troubleshooting and answering questions ranging from simple to intermediate from library patrons and staff alike. - Monitor the Library’s public computer usage and print control system from multiple sources, including mobile users and printing. - Basic maintenance and usage assistance for using library technologies and services; Control Study Room Usage and track usage - Assist with use of Digital Conversion equipment (VCR, 8mm, reel to reel film, Audio formats, Slides, Pictures, etc.) - Other work duties as assigned by supervisor or Librarian. Requirements: - Demonstrable aptitude in explaining the usage of technology resources and services. - Strong familiarity with Windows, Apple, Android, Office, Google, and other popular computing and mobile technologies and environments - Understanding basic Internet functionality, including networking, Wi-Fi, browsers, HTML, and other online technologies. - Excellent and engaging communication skills, including ability to adapt to a variety of age groups and experience levels to provide effective support and guidance. - Patient, friendly and approachable demeanor. - Works well with others and is able to multitask effectively. - Applicants must be at least 17 years old. - Some Evening and Weekend shifts are possible Pay Rate: $14.26/hr to start Deadline for application: Friday, October 17, 2025 or Until Filled

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New list address
by Susan LaBelle 08 Oct '25

08 Oct '25

I am sending this because messages from your new list address have gone to my spam folder. I am hoping this will correct that problem. Maybe other people have had the same problem ? Susan LaBelle

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Employment Opportunity: Children's Librarian ~ Wauseon, OH
by Janelle Thomas 08 Oct '25

08 Oct '25

*Cross-posted. Please excuse duplication.* Job Posting: Children’s Librarian Wauseon Public Library is seeking a passionate and dedicated Children’s Librarian to join our team! This role is perfect for someone who loves working with children and has a knack for developing engaging programming to inspire young minds. Job Responsibilities: · Develop and implement innovative children’s programming that fosters a love for reading and learning. · Collaborate with Wauseon schools to effectively utilize the Galani Grant. · Create a warm, welcoming environment for children and their families. · Engage with children in a variety of activities to encourage exploration and curiosity. Job Requirements: · Must have a genuine love for children. · Be enthusiastic, energetic, and imaginative. · Ability to work collaboratively with schools and community organizations. · Must pass a background check. Additional Details: · *Starting Pay:* $15.00 per hour · *Hours:* 30 to 40 hours per week · *Probationary Period:* 90 days If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of children and families in our community, please send your resume and cover letter to: Attn: Personnel Committee Wauseon Public Library 117 E. Elm St. Wauseon, OH 43567 Email: dbaldwin(a)seolibraries.org *Janelle Thomas (she/her/hers) **| *Executive Director *| *The Northwest Regional Library System (NORWELD) *| *Phone: 419-352-2903 | jthomas(a)norweld.org *This message and any response to it may constitute a public record and thus may be publicly available to anyone who requests it.*

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Vendors: B&T and Thorndike
by Jim Flury 08 Oct '25

08 Oct '25

All, The "Baker & Taylor Closing" article was copied/pasted from issue 5080 of Shelf Awareness, dated Wednesday, October 8, 2025. The Thorndike Press Large Print/Cengage email was sent to all customers nationwide, but I thought I'd copy/paste/share for MI libraries to see just the same. Baker & Taylor Closing Only 10 days after a deal for Baker & Taylor to be [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.shelf-2Dawareness.… | bought by Readerlink collapsed ] , Baker & Taylor has decided to shut down, officially by the end of the year, but a majority of its employees--about 500 out of 800--were let go on Monday in a Zoom call, former employees said. Apparently no severance will be paid, and medical benefits have ended. The library wholesaler was rumored to owe creditors, mainly publishers, as much as $26 million, and it had been having trouble obtaining inventory and filling orders. As reported by ShawLocal, [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.shelf-2Dawareness.… | 253 of the 318 employees ] at B&T's Momence, Ill., warehouse were let go on Monday, and the rest will be gone by January 3. According to a report about the closing required by Illinois law, B&T said that the collapse of the Readerlink deal led to the decision to close. "Despite Baker & Taylor's subsequent efforts, it was unsuccessful in seeking a path to continue its business operations," the report said. The Momence warehouse has 379,000 square feet of space and has been in operation since 1962. In a letter almost a month ago about [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.shelf-2Dawareness.… | the ill-fated purchase ] , Readerlink CEO Dennis E. Abboud observed, "The last several months have been a challenging period for Baker & Taylor. The company has faced headwinds, including the pressures of operating independently, emerging from the Covid-19 pandemic, and overcoming the debilitating impacts and financial losses resulting from cyberattacks in 2022." The library world has also suffered from budgetary pressures at all levels of government as well as waves of book bannings and anti-librarian laws and campaigns. Founded in 1828, B&T has long been the main supplier of books, other materials, software, and services to public and academic libraries in the U.S. While it stopped selling to bookstores in 2019, it is a distributor for some publishers through Baker & Taylor Publisher Services. For more than 30 years, B&T has suffered from a revolving door of owners, including several private equity funds--Carlyle Group, Willis Stein & Partners, and Castle Harlan Partners. In addition, in 2022 the company suffered severe cyber attacks that shut it down for weeks at a time. Follett bought B&T in 2016 and sold the company in 2021 to a private investment group headed by Aman Kochar, who had joined B&T in 2014 and was named executive v-p in 2019. Under Follett, Kochar became president and CEO. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Dear Large Print Buyer, I wanted to take this opportunity to let you know that Thorndike Press is no longer distributing our Large Print titles through Baker & Taylor. Moving forward, we would like to invite you to purchase your titles directly through Thorndike Press. We offer quick fulfillment and free shipping on all Thorndike Press books, and also a range of standing order options for libraries - curated monthly shipments of frontlist large print bestsellers, mysteries, clean/Christian romance, and more. For those of you who have been waiting for content ordered through Baker & Taylor, we have those titles in-stock and available to ship. Just call or email your Thorndike Press sales representative listed below to get your orders placed for those titles: Amber Cummings - [ mailto:amber.cummings@cengage.com | amber.cummings(a)cengage.com ] - GA, HI, IN, TN, TX, WY Elizabeth Harpster - [ mailto:elizabeth.harpster@cengage.com | elizabeth.harpster(a)cengage.com ] - AR, AZ, IA, ID, KS, ME, ND, NE, NV, NY Lisa Wilson - [ mailto:lisa.wilson@cengage.com | lisa.wilson(a)cengage.com ] - IL, NM, OH, SC, WA Melinda Rossignol - [ mailto:melinda.rossignol@cengage.com | melinda.rossignol(a)cengage.com ] - CO, KY, MI, OR, RI, SD, UT, VA, VT Julie Tilsner - [ mailto:Julie.tilsner@cengage.com | Julie.tilsner(a)cengage.com ] - CA, DC, MN, NC, OK Peggy Sheehan - [ mailto:peg.sheehan@cengage.com | peg.sheehan(a)cengage.com ] - CT, DE, FL, MA, MD, MT, NH, WI Vicki Gordon - [ mailto:vicki.gordon@cengage.com | vicki.gordon(a)cengage.com ] - AK, AL, LA, MO, MS, NJ, PA, WV As always, we thank you for choosing Thorndike Press as your partner for your librarys accessible large print collection! Brian Risse Cengage School Vice President: Gale and Thorndike Sales Cell: 203.313.5022 Email: [ mailto:brian.risse@cengage.com | brian.risse(a)cengage.com ] Time Zone: EST [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__cengagegroup.com_&d=DwM… | CengageGroup.com ] Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Note New Fax Number: 248-716-5584 Note New Email Address:jflury@tln.org

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Local Author Fair - Leanna Hicks Public Library of Inkster
by Amisha Harijan 07 Oct '25

07 Oct '25

Good afternoon, All! If you have plans Saturday, October 11th break them, and us for our first Local Author Fair! It's sure to be a blast. Take a look at the attached flyer to see if your favorite author will be showcased...you find your next favorite author. The fair runs from 12:00 to 3:00, afterwards you may return to your regularly scheduled programs. Bring a friend, make a friend. 🙂 In joy, *Amisha Harijan*, Director Leanna Hicks Public Library of Inkster 2500 Hamlin Drive Inkster, Michigan 48141 amisha(a)inksterlibrary.org (313) 563-2822 x 300

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Invitation to Attend "Seed Preservation with Advance Master Gardener Diane Hayes" at the Pinckney Library
by Hope Siasoco 07 Oct '25

07 Oct '25

Dear Michlib-L Colleagues, Note: Please excuse the cross-posting You, your family, and friends are invited to attend a Seed Preservation presentation by Master Gardener, Diane Hayes, at the Pinckney Community Public Library (125 Putnam St., Pinckney, MI 48169) on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 6:30pm. Seed Preservation.....Saving seeds opens up one of the most exciting aspects of gardening. Simple techniques allow you to successfully collect seeds from your garden, whether it is the plants that you have grown in your garden's environment or creating a hybrid. We will look at how to harvest, clean and store your seeds. We will touch on learning how to substitute natural random pollination with some creative ways to produce hybrids. Registration is encouraged and can be done by calling 734-878-3888, visiting https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6fASKHW08wijJgdtQUTczaqDjl_j_p6T… or by scanning the QR code on the flyer. For more information, please refer to: https://pinckneylibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Seed-Saving-Workshop… or our Facebook Events Page at: https://www.facebook.com/events/2535519103487811 We look forward to seeing you then! Sincerely, Hope Siasoco Library Director ------------------------------ She/Her Pinckney Community Public Library 125 Putnam St. Pinckney, MI 48169 Tel: 734-878-2952 Fax: 734-878-2907 Email: hsiasoco(a)pinckneylibrary.org

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Pokemon Club Suggestion Responses
by Taylor Comeau 07 Oct '25

07 Oct '25

Hi! Below are the responses to the Pokemon Club Suggestions: -Printables from the official Pokemon website and allow kids to bring cards to play the trading card game or show to other kids. -Organized activity, alternating between crafts and games each month. -Rank the best Pokemon. -Becoming a Pokemon Go stop. -Pokémon battle board games. -Showing Pokemon movies/shows (as long as it is under Movie License). -Purchasing battle academy boxes. Thanks to all you responded and I hope these suggestions help improve everyone's clubs like they did mine! Taylor -- *Taylor Comeau* *Youth Services Coordinator* *Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library* *211 N. Almont Ave.* *Imlay City, MI 48444* Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/178323005?utm_me…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/178323005?utm_me…>

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Reminder: Library of Michigan - Grants Office Hour - Support for New Programs vs. Current Programs
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 07 Oct '25

07 Oct '25

The next Library of Michigan Grants Office hour will be Tuesday, October 14th at 3:00 PM. The topic will be What's an Outcome? What's a Logic Model? Developing Effective Program Measures and Q & A. Feel free to send me questions to address at the Office Hour. Register for the Grants Office Hour at https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even… See you on the 14th! Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 / www.mi.gov/lsta<http://www.mi.gov/lsta> [Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan]<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/resources/michigans-top-10-strategic-education…> [Michigan.gov/Vote logo Description automatically generated]<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/> Get personalized voter information on early voting and other topics at Michigan.gov/Vote<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/>.

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