February 2025 - Michlib-l

MeL Minute: Try Something New in 2025
by Laura Warren-Gross 13 Feb '25

13 Feb '25

[cid:image005.png@01DB7DF6.2AA9F5D0]In January people make New Year’s Resolutions that involve abstaining from something. Instead, what if we made resolutions in February that are about trying something new? The Michigan eLibrary<https://mel.org/welcome> (MeL) can help you start a new hobby, gain the skills to maintain small engines, or make upgrades to your home. Start a New Hobby Hobbies & Crafts Source<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> can help you start a new hobby for 2025 such as knitting. "Knitting School<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=98051c24-59c9-38d9-8872-1…>" in Creative Knitting<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…> includes diagrams and instructions to help with basic techniques, as well as information about yarn weight and reading patterns. Using this guide you might knit a temperature afghan—a special blanket that includes one row per day of the year featuring a color for each temperature range. Once you’ve become proficient, you might even knit a hat and mittens set<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=5ced4280-4594-3ecf-9a65-f…> to keep warm outdoors. Speaking of getting outside, make 2025 your “Big Year”—the year you begin birdwatching and keep track of every type of bird you see. Bird Watcher’s Digest<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…> suggests that you don’t have to travel far and can instead modify this challenge to your own parameters in "A Local BIG YEAR<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=4aaa21f9-3d99-3920-9e97-d…>" or perhaps narrow your watching even further into a category of birds such as birds of a particular color or size according to "A List of Lists<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=01b65489-42ef-3344-9311-d…>." Do It Yourself Maybe you are more of a do-it-yourselfer. Small Engine Repair Source<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> can help you tune up and repair more than 80 makes of snowmobiles. Those who like to tinker will find information about ATVs, generators, outdoor power equipment, and even tractors. There are diagrams of various parts of many models as well as user manuals. Fix Up Your Home Gaining new skills to fix up your home and yard is another great way to spend 2025. Home Improvement Source<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> can help us understand the pros and cons of "Off-Grid Heating Solutions<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=9b83f365-bbba-31ce-8cba-b…>" and what to consider when we want to find out "How to Create Your Dream Kitchen Extension<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=e3874ac3-718a-3376-94ae-3…>" in Homebuilding & Renovating<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…>. Winter might be the perfect time to start planning a garden to provide both a hobby and healthy food all summer long. In the February 2025 issue of Log & Timber Home Living<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…> you'll find "Growing Up<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=ef66eb42-67c1-3fce-afd3-c…>," an article with ideas for gardening in smaller spaces. No matter what you decide to do with it, 2025 is a brand-new year and you are in charge of how you enjoy it. We hope you will continue to make the MeL eResources<https://mel.org/az.php> part of your journey. If you have any MeL eResources questions or issues, contact melerhelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:melerhelp@mcls.org> for help. Brought to you by Laura Warren-Gross from the MeL Team. Supporting Michigan Libraries by Putting You First. Want more information on MeL?  Stay tuned for the next MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, visit http://mel.org<http://mel.org/>, or sign up for the MeL Minute and other Library of Michigan e-mail lists via GovDelivery<https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/subscriber/new>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. MeL eResources are available to Michigan residents or for Michigan library or school access only. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. Laura Warren-Gross MeL Engagement Specialist for Public Libraries Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-481-2022 warren-grossl(a)mcls.org [cid:image003.png@01DB7DF2.001E6070] mcls.org<https://www.mcls.org/> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | X<https://twitter.com/mclsorg> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/midwest-collaborative-for-library-services> [cid:image004.png@01DB7DF2.001E6070]

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another of our monthly Repair Cafés at DPL Knapp Branch
by Jennifer Dye 12 Feb '25

12 Feb '25

Wanted to remind people that our Repair Cafés are continuing through May. Our next one is this coming Saturday, February 15. We run from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Get more information by following the Eventbrite link, or by calling 313-481-1771 during our hours, listed in the sig below. https://dpl-repair-cafe.eventbrite.com [https://cdn.evbuc.com/images/867557149/138776901512/1/logo.20241005-211505]<https://dpl-repair-cafe.eventbrite.com/> DPL Repair Café<https://dpl-repair-cafe.eventbrite.com/> The Repair Café movement comes to Michigan! Bring your things to repair, or your skills to repair things. dpl-repair-cafe.eventbrite.com Registration not required, but is helpful for estimating numbers. And in case we have to reschedule. 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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CHANGE IN DATE Upcoming Program of Interest Dearborn Library
by Daniel Lodge 12 Feb '25

12 Feb '25

Everyone - We had to change the date of this program due to a previous commitment by the author. - On Wednesday, April 9th at 6:30pm, We will be talking virtually with the *New Yorker* Articles Editor Susan Morrison regarding her new book *Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live. * I hope you can join us either virtually or in-person. Please visit our Events page at our website dearbornlibrary.org to register. Dan Lodge Library Supervisor Dearborn Public Library Dearborn, MI

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Technology Plan for small libraries
by Jeffrey Babbitt 12 Feb '25

12 Feb '25

Hello All, I am beginning work on a Technology Plan for Dorr Township Library, a Class 3 library. I have a template, but am wondering what is really essential for a smaller library to have in the plan? If you are a Class 1, 2, or 3 library AND you have a Technology Plan, would you mind sharing it with me or advising me? Thank you. Jeffrey Babbitt, MLIS Director Dorr Township Library 1804 Sunset Dr Dorr, MI 49323 (616) 681-9678

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FW: 2024 PPT Reimbursement Correction Process
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 12 Feb '25

12 Feb '25

Hello: Below please find a notice from Treasury regarding PPT payments and calculations. Take care! 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.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 Treasury <MITreasury(a)govsubscriptions.michigan.gov> Sent: Wednesday, February 12, 2025 11:33 AM To: Membiela, Clare (MDE) <MembielaC(a)michigan.gov> Subject: 2024 PPT Reimbursement Correction Process [Local government Update] 2024 PPT Reimbursement Correction Process February 12, 2025 Intended Audience: Municipalities that receive Personal Property Tax (PPT) Reimbursements from the Local Community Stabilization Authority. The Michigan Department of Treasury (Treasury) reminds municipalities that, although not required, they can correct errors in the 2024 Personal Property Tax (PPT) reimbursements distributed in October 2024 and February 2025. The Local Community Stabilization Authority (LCSA) Act provides municipalities an opportunity to review the PPT reimbursement calculations and data used in the calculations to ensure accurate PPT reimbursement distributions. To determine if an error has occurred in the PPT reimbursement calculations or data used, the municipality must review the applicable reports on Treasury's 2024 Personal Property Tax (PPT) Reimbursements website<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Ftaxes%2F…>. Links to the 2024 PPT reimbursement calculations and most common data used: * School District & ISD - 2024 PPT Calculation by Millage - October 2024 and February 2025<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Ftaxes%2F…> * Other Municipalities - 2024 PPT Calculation by Millage - October 2024 and February 2025<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Ftaxes%2F…> * 2013 and 2024 Personal Property Taxable Values Reported in Calendar Year 2024<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Ftaxes%2F…> * 2013 and 2024 Personal Property Taxable Values of Renaissance Zones<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Ftaxes%2F…> When NO Errors are Identified: If a municipality does not identify an error, the municipality should not file a form or take any further action to notify Treasury. IF Errors are Identified: If a municipality does identify an error, the municipality will need to complete the appropriate correction form to notify Treasury of the error(s). In addition to the correction form(s), municipalities must provide substantiating documentation to support a correction. The correction forms (along with the associated deadlines) are available on Treasury's Forms for Calculation of PPT Reimbursements website<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Ftaxes%2F…>. * Form 5651<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Ftaxes%2F…> - Correction of 2024 Personal Property Taxable Values Used for the 2024 Personal Property Tax Reimbursement Calculations * Municipality submission deadline to County Equalization Director: February 28, 2025 * County Equalization Director submission deadline to Treasury: March 31, 2025 * Note: Per the LCSA Act, only the 2024 personal property taxable values may be corrected. The 2024 personal property taxable values must be the taxable value on May 10, 2024. * Form 5654<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Ftaxes%2F…> - Correction of School Millage Rates or Other Errors for the 2024 Personal Property Tax Reimbursement Calculations * Municipality submission deadline to Treasury: March 31, 2025 * Note: Only debt and hold harmless millage rates for school districts may be corrected at this time. The LCSA Act does not allow any other millage rate errors to be corrected after August 1, 2024. * Form 5658<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Ftaxes%2F…> - Modification of the 2013, 2014, and 2015 Personal Property Taxable Values Used for the 2024 Personal Property Tax Reimbursement Calculations * Municipality submission deadline to Treasury: March 31, 2025 * Note: Per the LCSA Act, the 2013, 2014, and 2015 personal property taxable values may only be modified for personal property reclassifications or municipal boundary changes. The corrections reported on Form 5651, Form 5654, and Form 5658 will be used in the calculation of the May 2025 distribution of the 2024 PPT reimbursements. Please direct any questions regarding the PPT reimbursement correction process to TreasORTAPPT(a)michigan.gov<mailto:TreasORTAPPT@michigan.gov> or 517-335-7484. ________________________________ ________________________________ ________________________________ This service is provided to you at no charge by the Michigan Department of Treasury. Lansing, Michigan 48922 | 517-335-7508 | Contact Us<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Ftreasury…> Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcontent.govdelivery.com%2Fa…>. 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Library Cleaning
by White Pine District Library 12 Feb '25

12 Feb '25

What does your library pay for cleaning each month? Do you pay your staff or outside source? Hourly or a set amount? Looking at options. Thanks for your input! Jessica Hansen Director White Pine District Library 514 N. New St. Stanton, Mi 48888 989-831-4327 www.whitepinelibrary.org<http://www.whitepinelibrary.org>

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Join us TOMORROW for Digital Collections Office Hours!
by Gallo, Biz (MDE) 12 Feb '25

12 Feb '25

Please join us for Digital Collections Office Hours, Thursday, February 13, 2025 from 10:30-11:30 am. *Please note that Digital Collections Office Hours have moved to the second Thursday of the month for 2025. Do you have questions about creating digital collections? Do you have material that you want to digitize and share with your community, but don't know where to start? Are you interested in preserving your digital content and need tool recommendations? Join experts from the Library of Michigan<https://cms.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/digitization/>, DPLA Michigan Service Hub<https://michmemories.org/>, and the Michigan Digital Preservation Network<http://mipres.org/> for free advice during new monthly open office hours! Come with questions, like... * What grants are available to support digitization of my collections? * What file format should I be scanning to for long-term preservation? * What platforms can I use to publish digital collections? * How do I work with volunteers to create a scanning program? * And much, much more! Office Hours will be held virtually the secondThursday of every month from 10:30-11:30 am and are open to any staff or volunteers at libraries, archives, museums, historical societies, or other cultural memory organizations! Use the link below to register for office hours and receive the Zoom link. Come for a question, stay to join the discussion! Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0lce-upj8oG9XI77qeMfLkRc_04ehDFp… Biz Gallo Statewide Digitization Initiatives Coordinator Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48915 GalloB(a)michigan.gov<mailto:GalloB@michigan.gov> | mi.gov/LMdigitization<http://mi.gov/LMdigitization> | 517-335-1402 she/her/hers Michigan’s Top 10 Strategic Education Plan<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/resources/michigan-top-10-strategic-education-…> provides focused direction to drive educational achievement in support of all learners. [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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WebJunction content and upcoming webinars
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 12 Feb '25

12 Feb '25

WebJunction content and upcoming webinars - February 12, 2025 Highlighted Content Rooted in connection: Libraries designing for belonging and community<https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/rooted-in-connection.html> Despite living in an age of unprecedented digital connectivity, people are feeling the increasing effects of loneliness and isolation. These challenges extend beyond individuals, weakening the health, resilience, and trust of entire communities. The U.S. Surgeon General’s 2023 report, Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation, reveals that loneliness can harm our health as much as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. While the impact is profound, there are clear and achievable solutions within our reach. Read how libraries can bring intentionality to designing programming and services that deepen engagement and create environments where everyone feels they belong. "Free for All" documentary celebrates public libraries<https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/rooted-in-connection.html> Imagine having an easy way to engage your library patrons in a conversation about the importance of your library. That’s the idea behind Free for All: The Public Library, an exciting new documentary premiering on PBS Indie Lens this April. The film chronicles the evolution of the nation’s public libraries, tracing the battles over who can enter, what belongs there, and who makes these decisions while exploring how public spaces are defined and defended. Best of all, your library can host a free screening. PBS Books and Indie Lens Pop-Up offer educational resources, discussion guides, and booklists to help you engage your community. Read the full story and join the conversation in your community. Advancing IDEAs: Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, 4 February 2025<https://hangingtogether.org/advancing-ideas-inclusion-diversity-equity-acce…> This Hanging Together blog post, is part of a regular series<https://hangingtogether.org/tag/IDEA/> on issues of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility, compiled by a team of OCLC contributors. WebJunction Webinars These upcoming webinars are open for registration. If you can’t attend a live session, all WebJunction webinars are recorded and available for free in the Course Catalog<https://learn.webjunction.org/>. Turn strategy into action with Theory of Change Wednesday, February 26, 2025 ◆ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ◆ 60 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/turn-strategy-into-action.ht… You're getting ready to implement a change at your library, from a new strategic plan to a major project. How do you get your staff, partners, or community to understand and align with this new direction? Theory of Change is a powerful tool to help you define a shared vision that everyone can strive for together, while allowing flexibility and autonomy in how they get there. In this webinar, you’ll learn how one library is using Theory of Change to drive strategic alignment while reducing bureaucracy. You will learn how to identify the core concepts of Theory of Change and how they relate to change in libraries and apply the principles to a strategic change in your library. Embracing neurodiversity: Cultivating an inclusive workplace for neurodivergent staff Tuesday, March 4, 2025 ◆ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ◆ 60 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/embracing-neurodiversity.html Work environments that are made up of people who think differently bring more ideas and perspectives to the table. In fact, research consistently shows that diverse teams are better at problem solving, are more innovative, and are more effective. As our workplaces become more diverse, it becomes everyone's responsibility to learn how to embrace differences. In this webinar, gain an understanding of the term 'neurodiversity' and learn about the strengths of those who are neurodivergent. In addition, attendees will learn about ways they can support inclusion of neurodivergent colleagues to help create a more supportive and welcoming environment for all. Supporting communities impacted by incarceration through library services Thursday, March 13, 2025 ◆ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ◆ 60 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/impacted-by-incarceration.ht… Public libraries are often on the frontlines of serving communities impacted by incarceration, with many patrons facing the challenges of trauma, stigma, and reintegration. This webinar will explore how libraries can effectively support individuals and families affected by incarceration-whether through outreach to local jails or providing services to those re-entering society. Learn about successful initiatives, funding opportunities, and service models that address the lasting impacts of incarceration. Gain strategies and resources to enhance your library’s role in creating supportive, inclusive services and spaces to help build stronger, safer communities for all. This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her/Hers - See www.mypronouns.org<http://www.mypronouns.org/> to learn more. LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> Join the MiYouth<https://lists.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/miyouth> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services.

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Rochester Hills Public Library Posting - Marketing Assistant
by Betsy Raczkowski 12 Feb '25

12 Feb '25

The Rochester Hills Public Library (RHPL) is searching for the next member of its Communications team and has an opening for a Marketing Assistant <http://rhpl.org/employment>. If creatively connecting and engaging with the community is your passion and you want to work with a vibrant and innovative team, this is the job for you. The position is for up to 20 hours/week and is perfect for a detail-oriented person who is familiar with print and digital design concepts, is experienced in social media practices, and enjoys working in a collaborative team environment. The Rochester Hills Public Library is located in downtown Rochester, MI, is part of The Library Network and Metro Net Consortium and we use Polaris ILS as our computer system. RHPL is an anchor in the community with a strong commitment to outreach and innovation. The mission of RHPL is to empower people to explore and create with resources that enlighten, educate, entertain, and inform. If you are passionate about providing exceptional library service in a future-focused library system, we want you to apply and join our team! This posting will be open until Monday, February 24. Apply online at rhpl.org/employment. -- Betsy Raczkowski (she/her), MLIS Head of Communications and Community Engagement Rochester Hills Public Library 248-650-7124

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IT Service Company
by Director 12 Feb '25

12 Feb '25

Good morning everyone, I am looking to switch from our current IT service company and am looking for a company located in Northern Michigan. Someone to help with basic IT services, including cloud backups of computer data. We are already looking into Anavon Technology, but I'd like a few other options to compare pricing. Any suggestions? I'd be happy to share if anyone is interested. 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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