November 2025 - Michlib-l

Touch-Screen Catalog Kiosk Inquiry
by Director 07 Nov '25

07 Nov '25

Good morning, I am looking into adding at least one, possibly two touch-screen tablet kiosk stations for patrons to access our catalog without having to get onto one of our computers. I plan to install the station(s) at the end of a bookshelf- at least one when patrons first walk in and maybe one in the children's area. For libraries that have this option already, what vendor did you use and what was the approximate cost of adding one? Did you go with just mounting a regular tablet (iPad, etc.) or use library-specific hardware? Any other tips or things to watch out for when having one of these stations would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Kelsey Rutkowski *--------------------------------------* *Library Director* *Indian River Area Library* 3546 S Straits Hwy PO Box 160 Indian River, MI 49749 (231) 238-8581 indianriverlibrary.org

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Free Ricoh toner available
by Glenn Fischer 06 Nov '25

06 Nov '25

We have some free toner available. Pics are attached. They were for use in our old Ricoh copier. Please let me know if you're interested. *Glenn Fischer, MSI <https://www.si.umich.edu/programs/master-science-information> (he/him)Library Director* | gfischer(a)dewittlibrary.org Phone: 517-668-7081 | dewittlibrary.org

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MLA Youth Summit Update
by Amber Sheerin 06 Nov '25

06 Nov '25

Unfortunately due to the government shutdown affecting flights our facilitator for the Youth Summit this Saturday is no longer able to travel to Michigan. Sadly we will be postponing this event. Please keep your eyes open for more correspondence once a new date has been finalized. [A picture containing text, clipart Description automatically generated] Amber Sheerin, CMP, DES (She/Her) Program Director Michigan Library Association PO Box 27337 Lansing, MI 48909 Direct: 517-881-3194 Office: 517-394-2774 asheerin(a)milibraries.org<mailto:asheerin@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<http://www.milibraries.org/> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/MichiganLibraryAssociation> and Bluesky<https://bsky.app/profile/milibraries.bsky.social>!

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Unclaimed disc "A History of Preaching"
by deltonlib＠mei.net 06 Nov '25

06 Nov '25

Hi, We have a loose disc that does not have any library name on the disc. We would really like to return it. Please see the photo. If this doesn't belong to you, there is no need to reply. Please send me a message if this is yours! Thanks, Marie Tsuji Delton District Library 330 N. Grove St, Delton, MI 49046 269-623-8040 www.deltonlib.org

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How’s YOUR LIBRARY handled community survey data?
by Jeff Milo 06 Nov '25

06 Nov '25

Hey everyone, FERNDALE is gearing up to run a community *survey*, and we’re curious how others have managed the *data analysis* side of things. We’d especially love to hear from any libraries that have done this on a tighter budget or found creative, lower-cost ways to manage the data ;) Did you crunch the numbers in-house, team up with someone, or bring in outside help? Would love to hear about any tools, tips, or even some “wish we’d done this differently” stories... Thanks in advance! 💚📚🗃️ -- jeff(a)fadl.org Jeff Milo Marketing Coordinator Ferndale Area District Library -- jeff(a)fadl.org Jeff Milo Marketing Coordinator Ferndale Area District Library

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DPL Repair Cafe this Saturday
by Jennifer Dye 05 Nov '25

05 Nov '25

Monthly Repair Cafe at Knapp Branch this Saturday. We will meet from 11-1, usually on the second Saturday of the month. Our next session this season is coming up this Saturday, 11/15. It has been great to see the number of local libraries that have teamed up with the other Detroit Repair Cafe. Still happy to answer any questions about Repair Cafes. This is the link for registering for this season: https://dpl_25_repair_cafe.eventbrite.com Please let me know if you would like a copy of the flyer. Jennifer Jennifer Dye Manager Detroit Public Library jdye(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org Knapp Branch 13330 Conant 313-481-1771 M, W, S 10-6 Tu, Th 12-8 Detroit, Michigan 48212

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Peggy DePuydt Books Claimed
by Barbara Beaton 05 Nov '25

05 Nov '25

Thanks for your interest; all gone! Barbara Beaton Assistant Director/Reference Librarian Milan Public Library Milan, MI 48160 734-439-1240 www.milanlibrary.org<http://www.milanlibrary.org> she/her

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Books by Peggy Depuydt
by Barbara Beaton 05 Nov '25

05 Nov '25

We received donations of 4 titles by Peggy Depuydt, who has no ties to our area (she was from Nahma originally), but there are a few libraries in Michigan with holdings of her works. We have: Havasu Heat (2 copies) A Perfect Day (1 copy) Rumbellion (1 copy) The Taming of a Sioux (2 copies) If anyone is interested, please send your Rides # and we'll happily send them off to you; otherwise they will be heading to our Free Shelf. Thanks, Barbara Barbara Beaton Assistant Director/Reference Librarian Milan Public Library Milan, MI 48160 734-439-1240 www.milanlibrary.org<http://www.milanlibrary.org> she/her

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FW: ICYMI: 3-Part Webinar Series
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 05 Nov '25

05 Nov '25

Hello! Please see information below from LEO (Michigan's Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity) on FREE webinars for Michigan employers and employees on Workplace Wellness. These webinars are part of a series provided by LEO, which are also recorded and linked on LEO's site. 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). [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/>. From: Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity <LEO(a)govsubscriptions.michigan.gov> Sent: Wednesday, November 5, 2025 10:05 AM To: Membiela, Clare (MDE) <MembielaC(a)michigan.gov> Subject: ICYMI: 3-Part Webinar Series Building the Future of Workplace Mental Health in Michigan [LEO Banner] Workplace Mental Health In case you missed it: Webinar series Healthy Work, Healthy Mind: Building the Future of Workplace Mental Health in Michigan On Thursday, LEO's Labor team hosted the first of a special three-part webinar series highlighting their ongoing efforts to improve workplace mental health across Michigan. The series explores the evolution of their work, the launch of new initiatives and the latest data shaping the future of mental wellness at work. ________________________________ Episode 1: Reflecting on Progress - A Conversation with Sean Egan Over the past three years, LEO's Labor team has led statewide efforts to strengthen workplace mental health and foster healthier, more supportive work environments. In this session, Deputy Director of Labor Sean Egan shared an update on the progress made, unveiled the new Healthy Work, Healthy Mind brand and introduce the LEADS program - an exciting new initiative designed to help organizations lead the way in mental health at work. [reg]<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fu…> Watch Episode 1: Reflecting on Progress - A Conversation with Sean Egan webinar<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fu…>. ________________________________ Save the dates: Episode 2: Building LEADS - Collaboration in Action The second webinar brings together Sean Egan and academic partners who helped develop the new Healthy Work, Healthy Mind LEADS program. Together, they'll discuss how the program was created, the research and collaboration behind it and how it aims to support workplaces in addressing mental health challenges through leadership, education, awareness, development and support. They'll also discuss how to possibly be one of the first employers to participate in this program. Thursday, Nov. 20 2-2:30 p.m. Join Via Microsoft Teams<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Flinks-2.govdelivery.com%2FC…> Episode 3: Using Data to Drive Change - The New Workplace Mental Health Report In the final session, Sean Egan will be joined by Labor team member and epidemiologist Lisbeth Iglesias who will share insights from the new Healthy Work, Healthy Mind report. Iglesias, who led the effort, will walk through key findings and new data that highlight current workplace mental health trends in Michigan and across the country. Together, they will discuss how this information guides policy, supports employers and shapes the future of building mentally healthy workplaces. Thursday, Dec. 18 2-2:30 p.m. Join Via Microsoft Teams<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Flinks-2.govdelivery.com%2FC…> ________________________________ 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> five business day prior to the event. 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Two Cushioned chairs
by Gillian Demeter 05 Nov '25

05 Nov '25

Hello, I have two comfortable chairs to offer for free. I have attached the photos to this email. If you are interested please pick the chairs up at Huntington Woods Library ( 26415 Scotia Rd.). Thank you! -- Gillian Demeter Teen/Youth Services Librarian Huntington Woods Public Library 26415 Scotia Rd. Huntington Woods, MI 48070 [ mailto:gdemeter@hwoodslib.org | gdemeter(a)hwoodslib.org ]

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