November 2025 - Michlib-l

Looking For Outdoor Book Drop
by Laura Youells 19 Nov '25

19 Nov '25

Greetings Library Friends! Our library is in search of a used outdoor book drop. Does anyone have one they are selling or getting rid of? We are looking for one in this size range, but open to available options: 50 C-Series Outdoor Library Book Drop | Kingsley.com<https://kingsley.com/50-c-series-outdoor-library-return-book-media-drop.html> <https://kingsley.com/50-c-series-outdoor-library-return-book-media-drop.html> Thanks! Laura Youells Regional Manager II Kent District Library | Krause Memorial (Rockford), Nelson Township & Spencer Township Branches D 616.647.3959 | Pronouns: she, her [cid:cecfb8b7-d86a-413a-92a1-25d932952836]<http://www.kdl.org>

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Quick Question About POS Integration with Your ILS
by Emily Whalen 19 Nov '25

19 Nov '25

Hi there, I’m reaching out to ask whether your library is currently using a Point of Sale (POS) system that integrates with your ILS. If so, I’d really appreciate hearing which solution you’re using and how it’s working for you. Thanks in advance for any insights you can share! With gratitude, Emily Whalen, CGFM Finance Manager | Service Center Kent District Library D: 616.647.4123|Pronouns: she/her/hers What's this?<https://www.mypronouns.org/> [cid:4ae5d1bc-03d4-4571-8af4-2746f1df006c]<http://kdl.org/> Certified Government Financial Manager<https://www.credly.com/badges/c888f30f-5888-4cc5-92f5-84a0012b8e9e/public_u…> [cid:81ccf2c1-c857-43c7-b28c-eb6aa6fae29d]

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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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Register Now for MCLS Supervisor Series Workshops!
by Jenny Kobiela-Mondor 18 Nov '25

18 Nov '25

Join the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services this winter and spring for our popular Supervisor Series workshops – including our new Super Manager workshop in April! These engaging, interactive virtual workshops include group activities, individual reflection, discussions, and hands-on practice on a variety of important skills for today’s library leaders. Motivating Employees to Be Their Best: Thursday, January 29, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern (9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central). This course is designed to help you discover how to tailor your leadership and communication style to better suit the needs of your employees. As a result, you will be able to create a shared vision for your organization or team, build group identity, create a culture of ownership, and establish a more collaborative, inspiring work environment. Register at https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6877cf467e6a2be53aa4673c Learning to Manage for New Managers: Thursday, February 26, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern (9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central). This workshop is designed to help minimize your stress and walk you through the process of management by targeting five specific areas. You’ll learn to successfully handle staff, projects, performance, conflict, and yourself as you evaluate and continuously improve your effectiveness as a manager. Register at https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6877cf927e6a2be53aa473b5 Effective Communication Strategies for Managers: Thursday, March 26, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern (9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central). This workshop will teach you how to be relatable, respectable, dependable, and communicative. As a result, you will be able to have a clear direction, meet your employees’ needs, handle difficult conversations with ease, and boost your assertiveness as a boss. Register at https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6877cfc37e6a2be53aa4800a Super Manager: Thursday, April 23, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern (9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central). This workshop is designed to help you recognize qualities of a Super Manager who helps keep staff engaged, happy, and on board with the library’s mission. You’ll build your skills as you explore being both consistent and flexible, displaying both humility and confidence, and helping employees maintain focus in a fun working environment. Register at https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6877cff87e6a2be53aa487aa All Supervisor Series workshops are held on Zoom and facilitated by MCLS Library Strategist Jenny Kobiela-Mondor. Workshops are worth for 4 contact hours for professional development, and are eligible for SCHECHs for Michigan school library staff. For more information or to see all of MCLS’s workshop offerings, visit https://store.mcls.org. Jenny Kobiela-Mondor (she/her) Library Strategist 517-481-2013 kobielamondorj(a)mcls.org<mailto:kobielamondorj@mcls.org> [cid:fea05766-67d4-473e-8342-0fe61f22d930] 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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Faxing Provider: Fees
by Melissa Moore 18 Nov '25

18 Nov '25

Hello all! Jumping off the faxing fees post, who do you use for your fax service provider for public use? Envisionware will start charging us a monthly base fee plus a per page charge over 250 (included) pages starting in January. This new fee plus the amount of faxing we do would make it so we would have to increase our per page fees and we really want to avoid this. Who do you use for your faxing service provider if you use one? Do you simply have a dedicated phone line for this? Other solution? If you handle the faxing provider contracts for your library or can put me in contact with who does, please email me with some info. Thank you!! Best, Melissa Moore MA/MLIS (she/her) Head of Access Services Ferndale Area District Library 248-546-2504 x697 Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/174506180?utm_me…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/174506180?utm_me…> [image: Goodreads Logo] <https://www.goodreads.com/?utm_medium=gr_logo&utm_source=email_signature>Get your own email signature <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_instructions?utm_medium=gyo_…>

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Books taken
by Sara Ault 18 Nov '25

18 Nov '25

Thanks for the quick response. Sara -- Sara Ault Circulation Manager & Adult Collection Development Brandon Township Public Library 304 South St. Ortonville, MI 48462 248-627-1460 *ENGAGE **•** EDUCATE **•** ENRICH **•** EMPOWER*

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free books
by Sara Ault 18 Nov '25

18 Nov '25

We have duplicates of the following books: Deadwood by Peter Cozzens, 2025 Outlaw Lake by Maisey Yates 2025 The Martians by David Baron, 2025 If you are interested in them for your collection, please send me a rides code, and I will send them along. Thanks, Sara -- Sara Ault Circulation Manager & Adult Collection Development Brandon Township Public Library 304 South St. Ortonville, MI 48462 248-627-1460 *ENGAGE **•** EDUCATE **•** ENRICH **•** EMPOWER*

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Public Bulletin Boards
by Sharon Crotser 17 Nov '25

17 Nov '25

Greetings, everyone! We are currently revamping our bulletin board policy because what we have would make Clare Membiela cringe. In order to avoid that unpleasantness, I'm wondering whether or not you allow public contributions to your bulletin boards. If you do, I'd love to see policies you're willing to share. Thanks so much, as always, Great Minds! -Sharon Sharon Crotser Director St. Ignace Public Library 110 West Spruce Street St. Ignace, MI 49781 (906) 643-8318

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Looking for an Exterior Book Return for temporary use
by Maggie McKeithan 17 Nov '25

17 Nov '25

We're renovating our Drive Through Book Drop and will be under construction for about 6 months. Before I go buy a brand new one for $$$, I thought I'd ask the listserv...Does anyone have an exterior book drop box sitting in their basement that we might be able to borrow and/or purchase from you? Any leads would be appreciated. Doesn't have to be fancy or huge. Something kind of like this: [image: Screenshot 2025-11-17 153414.png] Thanks! Maggie Maggie McKeithan Library Director she/her (616) 840-2600 (call/text) 123 E. Exchange, Spring Lake, Michigan 49456 [image: facebook icon] <https://www.facebook.com/SpringLakeDistrictLibrary/> [image: instagram icon] <https://www.instagram.com/springlakedistrictlibrary/> sllib.org

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WMU Libraries User Services Coordinator
by Julie A Garrison 17 Nov '25

17 Nov '25

WMU Libraries is recruiting for a User Services Coordinator to join our team. This is a front-facing, customer services role. To see the full description and qualifications go to: https://www.wmujobs.org/postings/4677. Applications are being accepted through November 25, 2025. Julie Garrison Dean, University Libraries Western Michigan University she/her

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