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MI PR Group upcoming meeting reminder - Tuesday, April 16
by Kelly Rembert 16 Apr '26

16 Apr '26

Hi Everyone, Here is your friendly reminder about an upcoming roundtable meeting of the MI PR Group on Tuesday, April 16 at 10am on Zoom. The MI PR Group was created to bring Michigan library marketers together to share successes, learn from non-successes and to tackle industry issues together. Whether your job title is "Marketing", or promotion is just one of many hats you wear, this group is here to support you! We will have a roundtable meeting so bring questions, concerns and successes to share! Southfield Public Library is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: MI PR Group meeting Time: Every month on the Third Tue, 5 occurrence(s) April 16, 2024 10:00 AM Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system. Monthly: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/tJAoceCsqT0rE93Q3ZNCTzdMrQlvVVQ1VL8Z/ics?ic… Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/94569476199?pwd=aVVBV2J5aXlEcDAxZk9vMkRjZ280Zz09 Meeting ID: 945 6947 6199 Passcode: 152088 One tap mobile +13017158592,,94569476199#,,,,*152088# US (Washington DC) +13126266799,,94569476199#,,,,*152088# US (Chicago) Dial by your location +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 436 2866 US (New York) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Meeting ID: 945 6947 6199 Passcode: 152088 Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kcEzRnEqCy Much thanks, Kelly Kelly Ireland Rembert Outreach Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 796-4367 krembert(a)southfieldlibrary.org<mailto:krembert@southfieldlibrary.org> www.southfieldlibrary.org<http://www.southfieldlibrary.org/> she/her/hers

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MI PR Group recording
by Kelly Rembert 17 Mar '26

17 Mar '26

Thanks to all that joined today's MI PR Group meeting - the recording is up at: https://youtu.be/_CbvjwvO130 The MI PR Group was created to bring Michigan library marketers together to share successes, learn from non-successes and to tackle industry issues together. Whether your job title is "Marketing", or promotion is just one of many hats you wear, this group is here to support you! Looking ahead our next meeting is on Tuesday, April 15 with a roundtable meeting. Southfield Public Library is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: MI PR Group meeting Time: Every month on the Third Tue, 5 occurrence(s) April 15, 2025 10:00 AM Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system. Monthly: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/tJAoceCsqT0rE93Q3ZNCTzdMrQlvVVQ1VL8Z/ics?ic… Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/94569476199?pwd=aVVBV2J5aXlEcDAxZk9vMkRjZ280Zz09 Meeting ID: 945 6947 6199 Passcode: 152088 One tap mobile +13017158592,,94569476199#,,,,*152088# US (Washington DC) +13126266799,,94569476199#,,,,*152088# US (Chicago) Dial by your location +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 436 2866 US (New York) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Meeting ID: 945 6947 6199 Passcode: 152088 Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kcEzRnEqCy Much thanks, Kelly Kelly Ireland Rembert Outreach Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 796-4367 krembert(a)southfieldlibrary.org<mailto:krembert@southfieldlibrary.org> www.southfieldlibrary.org<http://www.southfieldlibrary.org/> she/her/hers

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Upcoming FREE PCI Webinars Provided by Library of Michigan
by Vernola, Andrea (MDE) 17 Dec '25

17 Dec '25

Hello Michigan Libraries! Are you looking for free, high-quality continuing education on a wide range of professional topics? Check out the People Connect Institute (PCI) webinars now available to the Michigan library community. The Library of Michigan provides access to the PCI live webinars for all Michigan library staff. PCI Webinars use the Zoom platform. Register online for upcoming PCI webinars: * Storytime Success: Crafting Engaging Sessions from Start to Finish<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> July 2 at 2pm * The Power of Partnerships: Planning a Successful Community Meet & Greet at Your Library<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> July 9 at 2 pm * Elevating Your Game as a Professional<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> July 16 at 2 pm * Trauma-Informed Libraries - What are they, why do they matter, and how do we become one?<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> July 23 at 2 pm * Trauma-Informed Care or Services for Teens in the Library<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> July 30 at 2 pm * 10 Big Time Management Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> August 6 at 2 pm LM Continuing Education To find the full calendar of training and continuing education opportunities supported and offered by the Library of Michigan visit the Continuing Education site at Michigan.gov/LibraryCE<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce>. Links to WebJunction, United for Libraries, the LM CE calendar<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/intro/lm-continuing…>, and the Niche Staff Skills Academy<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills> can all be found there. CE Stipend for Michigan Library Staff Are you or your staff looking to develop your skills with professional development opportunities either in or out of state? The Library Continuing Education Stipend program<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/scholarships/librar…> can support travel and registration costs by providing financial support for library staff continuing education. The Library of Michigan is now accepting applications for stipends for fiscal year 2026 (10/01/2025 to 9/30/2026) events and classes. Questions about LM Training? Contact me at VernolaA(a)michigan.gov<mailto:VernolaA@michigan.gov>. This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Thank you! Andrea Vernola Continuing Education Coordinator | Library Development Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo St, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909 vernolaA(a)michigan.gov | 517-335-0123 https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan [cid:image001.png@01DBEA8D.D09C8AD0] Do you know an outstanding Michigan educator? Nominate them for 2026-27 Michigan Teacher of the Year! The MTOY Program is accepting nominations through September 24. Nominate an educator using the online form<https://mde.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9BjArjCenn1GB14>. For more information visit www.Michigan.gov/mtoy<http://www.michigan.gov/mtoy>. [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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JOB POSTING: Full-Time Assistant Director, Parchment Community Library!
by Jennie Willard 06 Sep '25

06 Sep '25

Hi everyone! Parchment Community Library is seeking an Assistant Director who will help us continue to be a touchstone for our community and a welcoming “home” for everyone who walks through our doors. The job description is attached; if you are the person we're looking for, please visit https://www.parchmentlibrary.org/employment/, or send your resume and a cover letter in pdf format, outlining your relevant experience and why you're interested in this role, to Director Jennie Willard at jwillard(a)parchmentlibrary.org. We look forward to meeting you! Jennie -- Jennie Willard, Library Director 401 S Riverview Dr., Parchment, MI 49004 269 343-7747 ext. 203 Parchmentlibrary.org CURRENT HOURS: 9-7 Mo, Tu, We; 9-5 Th, Fri; 9-1 Sa

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AADL Job Opportunities - Production and IT
by hr＠aadl.org 02 Sep '25

02 Sep '25

Hello, The Ann Arbor District Library is currently hiring for a full-time Production Supervisor in our Public Experience and Desk Service department and a full-time Technical Support Specialist in our Information Technology department. Applications for both of these positions will be accepted until 9pm on January 20, 2025. If you are interested in applying, please visit: aadl.org/aboutus/employment for the posting and information on how to apply. Thank you, Heidi Pratt (she/her) HR Staffing Coordinator Ann Arbor District Library 734-327-4273 (office) pratth(a)aadl.org hr(a)aadl.org

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May 2025 Upcoming Free PCI Webinars
by Wartella, Becky (MDE) 25 Aug '25

25 Aug '25

Greetings! Are you looking for free, high-quality continuing education on a wide range of professional topics? Check out the People Connect Institute (PCI) webinars now available to the Michigan library community. The Library of Michigan provides access to the PCI live webinars for all Michigan library staff. PCI Webinars uses the Zoom platform. * The Loneliness Epidemic: Your Libraries Role in Socialization<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> May 7 at 2pm * Developing Library Services for Teens with Disabilities<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> May 14 at 2pm * Cultivating AI Literacy in Your Patrons: How to Help Patrons Adapt to Our Ai-Driven World<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> May 21 at 2pm * Appy Hour 2.0<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> May 28 at 2pm Are you or your staff looking to develop your skills with professional development opportunities either in or out of state? The Library Continuing Education Stipend program<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/scholarships/librar…> can support travel and registration costs by providing financial support for library staff continuing education. To find the full array of training and continuing education opportunities supported and offered by the Library of Michigan visit the Continuing Education site at Michigan.gov/LibraryCE<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce> Links to WebJunction, United for Libraries, the LM CE calendar<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/intro/lm-continuing…>, and the Niche Staff Skills Academy<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills> can all be found there. Questions about LM Training? Contact me at Wartellab(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:Wartellab@Michigan.gov>. This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Thank you, Becky Wartella Department of Education Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 [A picture containing text, room, gear, gambling house AI-generated content may be incorrect.] Acknowledge the incredible strength of students' multilingual abilities. Seek the Michigan Seal of Biliteracy<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/flexible-learning/michigan-seal-of-bi…> for graduating seniors. [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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State Librarian's Excellence Award application is now open!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 19 Aug '25

19 Aug '25

State Librarian's Excellence Award is now open for applicants<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/about/state-librarian/slea>. Application Information The Library of Michigan Foundation's State Librarian's Excellence Award will be awarded to a library of any type (public, academic, school, special, tribal, etc.), including branch libraries, that exemplifies excellence in customer service. One (1) library in the state of Michigan will receive this prestigious award each year. The recipient library will receive a $3,000 cash prize and a trophy for display in its public area. Two Library of Michigan Foundation Citations of Excellence will be presented and the recipient libraries will each receive $1,000 and a small trophy for display. Deadline The absolute deadline for 2025 nominations is Friday, August 29, 2025. There will be no extensions. Submissions will be accepted online only. Evaluation Factors Include demonstrating that your library provides superior service to its customers and community through library programs and staff interactions with customers and the service community. Nomination Submission Library directors, trustees, library users, administrators, or parent agency representatives may make nominations. *Note: Nominations entered should be for the library, not for the library director. Nominations may be submitted via the online application, linked below. You will need to create a username and password to access and complete the application. If you have previously created an account when applying for a grant from the Library of Michigan, you may use that same username and password. Submit an Application The application period for the 2025 State Librarian's Excellence Award is now open. Award recipients will be notified in September. We look forward to sharing this award celebration with you at the Michigan Library Association Annual Conference<https://www.milibraries.org/annual-conference> in October. Submit an Application https://bbgm-apply.yourcausegrants.com/apply/programs/346894f2-cf1f-4842-aa… Return to a Saved or Submitted Application https://bbgmapply.yourcausegrants.com/apply/applications Nominations must be supported by at least three letters of recommendation from the Library's constituency (patrons/customers, members of governing bodies, community organizations or groups, others you feel are relevant). Selection panel representatives include the State Librarian and representatives from the Library of Michigan, an academic library, a public library, a school library, and a special library. The award recipients will be recognized by the State Librarian at the Michigan Library Association Annual Conference<https://www.milibraries.org/annual-conference> awards event on Wednesday, October 29 at the Lansing Center in Lansing, Michigan. Contact Person Lori Poznanski-Mason, Administrative Assistant to the State Librarian Library of Michigan Email: Poznanskil(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:Poznanskil@Michigan.gov> Phone: 517-335-1518 Past State Librarian's Excellence Award Recipients * 2024 - Kinross Correctional Facility Library * 2023 - Fremont Area District Library * 2022 - Dearborn Public Library * 2021 - Bellaire Public Library * 2020 - No award due to COVID19 pandemic * 2019 - Capital Area District Libraries * 2018 - Bay County Library System * 2017 - East Lansing Public Library * 2016 - Benzonia Public Library * 2015 - Niles District Library * 2014 - Grand Valley State University Library * 2013 - Litchfield District Library * 2012 - Parker Middle School Library * 2011 - Novi Public Library * 2010 - Adrian Public Library * 2009 - Stair Public Library * 2008 - Marshall District Library * 2007 - Rawson Memorial District Library * 2006 - Washtenaw County Library for the Blind and Physically Disabled * 2005 - Grace A. Dow Memorial Library * 2004 - Portage District Library * 2003 - Otsego County Library * 2003 - Genesee District Library * 2001 - Houghton Lake Public Library 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. [cid:image001.png@01DBF0D3.B9C2AAF0] Nourishing Michigan's Future during the summer! Find a Summer Food Service Program site nearest you and encourage Michigan's children to Meet Up and Eat Up! Michigan.gov/MeetUpEatUp<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup>. [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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Teen Spaces & After School
by Storm Hawthorn 11 Aug '25

11 Aug '25

Hello! At our library, we get a large amount of teens and tweens after school, and we are looking at reassessing our space to accommodate them as well as explore ways to enforce expectations to make our library welcome for all patrons. If you could share what your library has done that has been successful during afterschool traffic and what your teens spaces look like, that would be incredibly helpful! Thank you so much! Storm Hawthorn (she/her) | Teen Services & Schools Liaison Librarian East Lansing Public Library 950 Abbot Rd | East Lansing, MI 48823 (517) 319-6516 | shawthorn(a)elpl.org Please note: as a public library worker my working hours may be variable. While I have sent this email at a time that works for me I do not expect that you will read, respond or address this email outside of your working hours.

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Join a Building Community-Based Summers virtual cohort this Fall!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 11 Aug '25

11 Aug '25

[https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXekrqqZ_KmvXGsbwYYkJ_oRm4gT…] Public library workers in Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana are invited to apply to participate in Building Community-Based Summers (BCBS), a series of learning and discussion sessions held online. BCBS is designed to help libraries build strategies to work with their communities to provide summer programs and services that are inclusive of all. Selected participants will engage with a cohort of library staff to dig deeply into inclusive summer services. Participants will work with the facilitators and each other to consider what impact summer programs are having on those that need them the most. Each participating library should be represented by a team of at least two staff members. Libraries are encouraged to send staff from across departments and can include Youth Services and/or Adult Services staff, programming coordinators, summer library program coordinators, outreach staff, and administrators. Participation in the BCBS initiative will require, of all team members: * Active attendance and participation using cameras, shared whiteboards, and breakout sessions. * Participation in an introductory orientation before the learning sessions begin. * Additional work will be required within your library and community to begin to consider and assess your existing and planned summer programs and services through an equity lens. Expect to spend approximately 1-2 hours/week doing this work, in addition to the virtual sessions. If you are interested in participating in a virtual BCBS cohort, you have two options to apply for: * A new Ohio/Michigan/Indiana Tri-state Cohort! This cohort will offer up to 11 sessions (some deep dives, some optional check-ins), with the Youth Services Consultants from Michigan and Ohio, the Adult Services Consultant from Ohio, and each other to consider what impact summer programs are having on those that need them the most. To learn more and apply to the Tri-State BCBS Cohort, go to : Tri-State BCBS Cohort Invitation to Apply<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a9EIw-Akqjl-Qa1GpVPpNxtSE4rYkgWV5K1MMtA…>. * The Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) sponsors this six-session interactive BCBS discussion series, held over the course of two months this Fall. Selected participants will have the opportunity to engage with a nationwide cohort of library staff to dig deeply into inclusive summer services. To learn more and apply to the CSLP BCBS Cohort, go to the CSLPBuilding Community Based Summers<https://www.cslpreads.org/building-community-based-summers/> site. We recommend that you consider your work schedules and apply to a cohort that fits best, however you are welcome to apply to both, too. History of BCBS This series is based on the <https://communitybasedsummers.org/> Building Community-Based Summers<https://communitybasedsummers.org/> framework developed as part of a grant from the <https://www.imls.gov/> Institute for Museum and Library Services<https://www.imls.gov/>. Learn more: * BCBS website<https://communitybasedsummers.org/> * BCBS IMLS grant<https://www.imls.gov/grants/awarded/re-252358-ols-22> * History of the BCBS project<https://communitybasedsummers.org/meet-bcbs/history/> Questions? Contact any of us: Katy Hite<http://khite@library.ohio.gov/>, Adult Services Consultant, State Library of Ohio Janet Ingraham Dwyer<http://jdwyer@library.ohio.gov/>, Youth Services Consultant, State Library of Ohio Cathy Lancaster<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov>, Youth Services Coordinator, Library of Michigan 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. [cid:899f7aff-3d6d-4495-9337-eebb2004ed44] Nourishing Michigan’s Future during the summer! Find a Summer Food Service Program site nearest you and encourage Michigan’s children to Meet Up and Eat Up! Michigan.gov/MeetUpEatUp<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup>. [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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Good fax machine?
by Don Priest 01 Aug '25

01 Aug '25

I'm considering replacing our fax machine, and could use some suggestions. The biggest problem with our current one is that it has a tendency to catch and try to feed multiple pages at once if there are more than just a few pages, which is a real pain to deal with. If you've got a fax machine that has worked well for you, I would appreciate the details! Thank you! Donald Priest Director Southgate Veterans Memorial Library 14680 Dix-Toledo Rd. Southgate MI 48195 734-258-3002

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