November 2025 - Michlib-l

Edmund Fitzgerald webinar recording
by Steven K. Bowers 13 Nov '25

13 Nov '25

If anyone missed the Edmund Fitzgerald webinar, wants to see it again, or wanted to post the recording in social media or elsewhere online, please direct them to this TLN webpage: [ https://tln.org/news/714485/ | https://tln.org/news/714485/ ] Thanks for all the interest. I think we had about 250 viewers on the live webinar. The in-person event is this weekend in the UP, and registration is still up at: [ https://tln.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1976962 | https://tln.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1976962 ] Steven K. Bowers Executive Director The Library Network (248) 536-3100 x107 [ mailto:sbowers@tln.lib.mi.us | sbowers(a)tln.org ] [ https://www.tln.org/ | TLN.org ] (he/him/his)

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Summer Reading Participants
by Christina Markowski 13 Nov '25

13 Nov '25

Good morning, Library friends, we are in the beginning stages of booking performers and preparing for Summer Reading 2026. We are working to revamp our summer reading and I would love some feedback. What do you do for prizes? Do you have community prizes? Is participation decreasing, the same, or increasing? What are some ideas for summer reading program that have worked for your library? I've found that since Covid, our participation has decreased even after opening up the age group to all ages. Thank you all for your input! Tina Markowski (she/her) Director Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library (989) 356-6188 X16 *Bookworm? Please, I'm a Book Dragon. *

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Program recommendationn
by Susan Wess 12 Nov '25

12 Nov '25

We had this program Wednesday night& I was very happy with the presentation. Hosting for the holidays doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Led by Stephanie Foley of Clearly Manageable Decluttering and Organizing, you'll get practical tips, quick wins, and easy strategies. It was an excellent program on decluttering for the holidays & any other time. Contact:stephanie@clearlymanageable.com Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef>

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Mittens @ the Howe
by Howe Memorial 12 Nov '25

12 Nov '25

Mittens was at the Howe today and met "Joe Cool", played with Legos, and was seen at other spots in the library. *Sunday Ostrander* *Library Director* Howe Memorial Library 128 E. Saginaw St. Breckenridge, Mi. 48615 989-842-3202

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Retractable backdrop for sale
by Joyce Becker 12 Nov '25

12 Nov '25

Hello, We are selling a retractable photo ID backdrop (picture attached) that we purchased for passport photos. It is nearly brand new and comes with a handy carrying case. Asking $40, must pick up from Orion Township Public Library. Let me know if you are interested. Joyce [cid:image001.png@01DC53BB.63DD9CD0] Joyce Becker Orion Township Public Library 825 Joslyn Road, Lake Orion, MI 48362 Phone: (248) 693-3000 ext. 431 | Direct: (248) 287-8020 orionlibrary.org

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free online (Zoom) program: Know What You Sign
by Jennifer Dye 12 Nov '25

12 Nov '25

It can be difficult to determine the full story on petitions we are asked to sign. League of Women Voters Michigan have developed a program on the potential ballot proposals for Michigan in 2026. As part of our usual education function, League of Women Voters Detroit and the Detroit Public Library are presenting this program to help educate voters. A recording will be posted on the Detroit Public Library YouTube channel and on lwvdetroit.org a few weeks after the program. Tuesday, November 18 6:00-7:30 p.m. Please register on Eventbrite: https://dpl-know-what-you-sign.eventbrite.com 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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Mittens visits BSCL! #MittensLovesMelCat
by BERRIEN SPRINGS COMMUNITY LIBRARY 12 Nov '25

12 Nov '25

Mittens helped with ILL and enjoyed seeing our first snowfall. He checked out the Teen Loft, Magazine/Reading Room and some of the barn/farm themed artwork in the Children's area. He wanted to go outside to play in the snow but we told him he may not be waterproof 😉 Safe travels Mittens! Berrien Springs Community Library 215 W. Union St. Berrien Springs, MI 49103 269.471.7074 269.471.4433 fax www.bsclibrary.org

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Job Posting - Tecumseh District Library, Library Assistant (p/t)
by Jordan Wright 12 Nov '25

12 Nov '25

Good afternoon! Tecumseh District Library is accepting applications for a part-time Library Assistant. You can find more information in the attached flyer or on our website <https://tecumsehlibrary.org/employment/>. Applications are due to jwright(a)tecumsehlibrary.org by Friday, November 21st. jordan [image: image.png] -- Jordan Wright Library Director Tecumseh District Library 215 N Ottawa St, Tecumseh, MI 49286 jwright(a)tecumsehlibrary.org | 517-423-2238 x. 11 www.tecumsehlibrary.org

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Mittens visits BSCL! #MittensLovesMelCat
by BERRIEN SPRINGS COMMUNITY LIBRARY 12 Nov '25

12 Nov '25

Mittens helped with ILL and enjoyed seeing our first snowfall. He checked out the Teen Loft, Magazine/Reading Room and some of the barn/farm themed artwork in the Children's area. He wanted to go outside to play in the snow but we told him he may not be waterproof 😉 Safe travels Mittens! Berrien Springs Community Library 215 W. Union St. Berrien Springs, MI 49103 269.471.7074 269.471.4433 fax www.bsclibrary.org

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MeLCat is 20! Join the Virtual Party and Enter the Prize Drawing!
by Bradley, Michelle (MDE) 12 Nov '25

12 Nov '25

Celebrate 20 years of MeLCat! If you couldn't join us in-person at the MLA Conference reception, please join us virtually as we continue to celebrate this remarkable milestone! Join the MeL team staff from the Library of Michigan and MCLS on Zoom<https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87180144825?pwd=8hl4aux57IvsnfM6vncRzCNLNEdIh9.1>, November 20th from 3-4pm. We'll share some MeLCat stories, follow the travels of Mittens, the MeLCat Kitten, throughout the state, and give away MeLCat prizes. We'll have a prize drawing for 20th Anniversary logo hats, mittens, tote bags, and blankets, as well as the coveted Mittens pins! To enter to win, fill out this form<https://forms.gle/R6WVRNxTreoX6uVN8> by November 16th. We'll see you on Zoom<https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87180144825?pwd=8hl4aux57IvsnfM6vncRzCNLNEdIh9.1> on November 20th! MeLCat was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. Michelle Bradley Library Development Manager Library of Michigan 517-335-1507 [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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