June 2025 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

UPDATE Free Japanese Books
by Shannon O'Leary 20 Jun '25

20 Jun '25

All children's books are spoken for. Only the adult books remain! *My work day may differ from yours. Please do not feel obligated to respond outside of your regular working hours.* Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/29172487?utm_med…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/29172487?utm_med…> [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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Free Japanese Books
by Shannon O'Leary 20 Jun '25

20 Jun '25

Hi Friends! I have several hardcover Children's Japanese books up for grabs along with a large amount of adult paperbacks by Yuzuki Yukio, Doba Shuichi, Joh Sasaki, Tetsuya Honda, Teru Miyamoto, Yasuo Uchida and MORE! The majority of the adult books are police procedurals by well known authors- ALL are in great shape. If you are interested please email your Rides or Delivery code as well as to whom I am sending them to. First come first served! Shannon *My work day may differ from yours. Please do not feel obligated to respond outside of your regular working hours.* Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/29172487?utm_med…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/29172487?utm_med…> [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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Jackbox Party Games - Feedback
by Anna Merritt 19 Jun '25

19 Jun '25

Hello All, Has anyone hosted a Jackbox Party Game program at their library? I have played it only once at a friend's house and like the setup, but am unsure if it is appropriate/if the format works in a library setting. Anyone with experience, please let me know how the program went. Did you have individuals or teams play? Also, they have so many games! Specific game titles/theme suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks. :) Anna Merritt (she/her) Assistant Director / Adult Programmer / Interloan Specialist Richland Community Library 8951 Park Street Richland, MI 49083 (269) 629-9085 ZV283 https://www.richlandlibrary.org/ -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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Bay City Times Index - free copies
by Elias, Anne - Staff 19 Jun '25

19 Jun '25

If anyone is interested in paper copies of the Bay City Times index, we have these indexes from 1961 to 1993. Here's a link to our holdings https://bit.ly/4m9f2le If interested, please reply by Friday June 20th. thanks, Anne Anne W. Elias MLIS,MS-GIS (she/her/hers) Government Documents/Reference Librarian Delta College Library<https://library.delta.edu/> | A118 Delta College | 1961 Delta Road | University Center, MI 48710 (p) 989.686.9874|(e) : anneelias(a)delta.edu<mailto:anneelias@delta.edu>

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Public Survey; Library Usage
by Tahquamenon Library Director 19 Jun '25

19 Jun '25

Hello Michigan Librarians, We are seeking to gain a broader understanding of our populace post-pandemic. Has anyone conducted a survey of their service area that was specifically tailored to those who *are not* already Library patrons? Did you have much success? How did you distribute it? What sorts of questions were you asking? I would appreciate any pointers/suggestions you would have, and would welcome any templates you would be willing to share. Thank you, Ross Wine

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MeL Minute: Use Reviews from MeL to Add Value to Library Collections
by Laura Warren-Gross 19 Jun '25

19 Jun '25

[cid:image002.png@01DBDF83.23BB0310]Increasingly libraries are expanding their collections beyond physical books. Finding reliable reviews for books, audiobooks, movies and TV series, video games, CDs/records, and objects for a Library of Things is made easier with the Michigan eLibrary<https://mel.org/welcome> (MeL). Traditional resources librarians use to help with collection development are included in Library & Information Science Source<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…>. Publications such as Booklist<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…>, Library Journal<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…>, School Library Journal<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…>, Publishers Weekly<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…>, Kirkus Reviews (USA)<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…>, and The Horn Book Magazine<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…> are staples of book and media selection that are available to all Michigan libraries as part of MeL. They also include articles that help library workers keep up with professional trends and focus their advocacy efforts. Other publications that recommend books in regular columns include "From the Field<https://research.ebsco.com/c/5h4gt5/search/results?q=JN+%22Flower+Magazine%…> "in Flower Magazine<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…> and "The Books List<https://research.ebsco.com/c/5h4gt5/search/results?q=JN%20%22real%20simple%…>" in Real Simple<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…>. Book suggestions along with reviews of movies, television series, and streaming media, can also be found weekly in “Picks<https://research.ebsco.com/c/5h4gt5/search/results?q=JN%20%22People%22%20AN…>” from People<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…>. The books mentioned in these publications often follow a theme and are forthcoming titles. Many libraries curate video game collections for both youth and adults. PC Gamer<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…> (US Edition) and Edge<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…> provide video game reviews that can help decide which games to purchase and understand which gaming systems are compatible with various games. Articles in these publications might also spark programming ideas. Billboard<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…> and Rolling Stone<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…> can help with selecting music for library collections. Billboard includes charts such as Hot 100, Hot 100 First-Timers, Hot 200, Artist 100, Hot Country Songs, and Tropical Albums. There are also articles such as "One to Watch" which profiles an up-and-coming artist. Rolling Stone has recently begun to include a monthly column titled “Staff Picks: Five Recent Albums We Can’t Get Enough Of” in addition to its articles about musicians, artists, and pop culture content such as movie and television reviews. Many libraries have expanded their collections to include a Library of Things. Finding the most durable and user-friendly versions of air fryers<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=6ebd11df-f260-319a-9fdb-e…> and other countertop appliances, laptops<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=1c9c70e5-23d6-3d8d-9f5e-6…>, cordless drills<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=0da6619d-818f-32d8-87c5-5…> and other useful things that library collections can share is easy with extensive reviews in Consumer Reports<http://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=co…>. Patrons will also love using this publication to make decisions about major purchases such as appliances and vehicles. No matter how your library chooses to expand its collection, publications in the MeL eResources<https://mel.org/az.php> can help you find popular, on-trend, and quality books, music, movies, and items for a Library of Things that patrons will be sure to enjoy. 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@01DBDF83.23BB0310] mcls.org<https://www.mcls.org/> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/midwest-collaborative-for-library-services> [cid:image004.png@01DBDF83.23BB0310]

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Join MLA's Advocacy Hour on Zoom! Today at 10AM.
by Rachel Ash 19 Jun '25

19 Jun '25

Good morning! ICYMI: MLA’s June Advocacy Hour is this morning at 10AM. We hope to see you on Zoom! (It’s free to attend, but registration is required.) Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rc-uoqjkvHdefl6Hdimpzba_BbIb8Po… More Than Books – Why We Fight for Libraries Thursday, June 19, 2025 10:00 - 11:00 AM This Thursday, June 19, at 10:00 AM, join us for an Advocacy Hour on Zoom featuring Skip Dye, Chair of the Penguin Random House Intellectual Freedom Task Force. Skip will talk about some of the current challenges facing libraries, from the proposed elimination of federal funding for the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to the surge in book bans threatening First Amendment rights. Libraries are lifelines for millions, yet with IMLS on the chopping block and censorship escalating, advocacy is critical. Skip will share inspiration and strategies to sustain momentum, defend librarians, and amplify libraries’ proven impact. This event is free, but registration is required: Can’t attend this morning? A recording will be available in the advocacy hour archive on MLA Connect On-Demand: https://mla.mclms.net/en/package/8979/course/17384/view About our Guest Speaker: Skip Dye is SVP, Library Sales, and Digital Strategy at Penguin Random House (PRH) and currently serves as Chairperson, PRH Intellectual Freedom Task Force, where he leads initiatives to champion freedom of expression and support libraries nationwide. Skip has been at PRH for over 29 years and is deeply committed to advocating for library funding and First Amendment rights. He is an active member of the Freedom to Read Foundation, Chair, American Library Association Public Partner Program Steering Committee, and a past-President and current board member of United for Libraries. Skip has participated in many webinars and conferences discussing and advising on First Amendment issues and on advocacy for library funding. This past Fall Skip was named Publisher’s Weekly Notable Person. In June, the American Library Association is set to confer an honorary lifetime membership, its highest honor, upon Skip Dye for his longstanding support to America's libraries and to intellectual freedom. He is a proud board member of the Friends of Lewes Public Library in Lewes, DE (the first town in the first state). Questions? Please contact us at MLA(a)milibraries.org<mailto:MLA@milibraries.org>. [cidimage002.png(a)01D73C4D.ABEAD040] Rachel Adams Membership and Communications Director Michigan Library Association PO Box 27337 Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: (517) 394-2774 ext. 2 Direct: (517) 881-6652 milibraries.org rfash(a)milibraries.org<mailto:%0bmilibraries.org%0brfash@milibraries.org> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/MichiganLibraryAssociation> and Bluesky<https://bsky.app/profile/milibraries.bsky.social>!

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The Ohio Frontier: Crucible of the Old Northwest, 1720-1830 by R. Douglas Hurt
by Barbara Beaton 18 Jun '25

18 Jun '25

Has found a home! 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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Any Weeded Manga?
by Sarah Rick 18 Jun '25

18 Jun '25

Hello Everyone, We are doing a manga collage for teen programming next Thursday. I was wondering, if anyone has weeded any manga they would be willing to donate. Our zv code is zv396 but I am also willing to drive in the Lansing area for pick up. If sending it through RIDES, please label if it is for the craft. We will only use material that is designated for the craft, not any MeLCat items 🤣. Sarah Rick Library Director [cid:09624579-f365-42e6-afec-2d80a8985a70]

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Upcoming Program of Interest Dearborn Library
by Daniel Lodge 18 Jun '25

18 Jun '25

Everyone - Attention all fans of Elmore Leonard's work. Author C.M. Kushins will join us virtually here at the Dearborn Public Library on Tuesday, July 8th at 6:30pm to talk about his new biography of Mr. Leonard entitled *Cooler Than Cool: The Life and Work of Elmore Leonard*. I hope you can join us! Dan Lodge Library Supervisor Dearborn Public Library Dearborn, MI

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