February 2026 - Michlib-l

MI PR Group recording
by Kelly Rembert 19 May '26

19 May '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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MI PR Group upcoming meeting reminder - Tuesday, April 16
by Kelly Rembert 14 May '26

14 May '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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Outdoor book drop needed
by Deahl, Jonathan 12 May '26

12 May '26

Hello, We have a building project rapidly approaching that will cause us to have to block off our built-in book return. I'm wondering if anyone has a used freestanding outdoor book return that they are looking to get rid of within the next four to six weeks. Please let me know off list. Thanks, [cid:image001.png@01DCA025.58508BA0] Jonathan Deahl Circulation Services Coordinator Waterford Township Public Library 5168 Civic Center Dr Waterford MI 48329 p. 248.618.7678 jdeahl(a)waterfordmi.gov

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Calling All Nonfiction Writers!
by Daniel Lodge 02 Mar '26

02 Mar '26

Have you written a nonfiction book but you have no clue how to get your book published? Literary Agent Alia Hanna Habib will be here at the Dearborn Centennial Library on Thursday, March 12th at 6:30pm to talk about her new book *Take It From Me: An Agent’s Guide to Building a Nonfiction Writing Career From Scratch.* Drawing on wisdom from her star-studded list of clients, including Hanif Abdurraqib, Judy Batalion, Merve Emre, Nikole Hannah-Jones, and Clint Smith, Habib provides context and clarity to each step of the publishing process, from the germination of a book idea to finding an agent to represent it, from crafting an engaging proposal to navigating the perils of publicity. Please let me know if you have any questions! Dan Lodge Library Supervisor Dearborn Public Library Dearborn, MI

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FW: Special Collections Update - February 27, 2026
by Oster, Adam (MDE) 27 Feb '26

27 Feb '26

March Virtual Program, 2026 MNB Graphics and Tour Dates, MAA Event, March is Reading Month Titles, and HSM Local History Conference [Special Collections Update Banner] ________________________________ [Library of Michigan logo] Special Collections Update - February 27, 2026 March Virtual Program, 2026 Michigan Notable Books Graphics and Tour Dates, Michigan Author Award Event, March is Reading Month Titles, and HSM Local History Conference [Mindy Virtual Presenting]Virtual Program: Michigan Pioneer Collections Thursday, March 5, 2026 - 6:30PM-7:30PM, Zoom Register for this Program<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fus06web.zoom.us%2Fmeeting%2…> The early settlement period of Michigan is often a challenging area for researchers. Explore ways to navigate these barriers through content at the Library of Michigan that spans the Old Northwest, the Territory of Michigan, and the initial decades following Michigan’s statehood. Learn about key resources for researching this period, including the Michigan Pioneer and Historical Collections. Registration is required for all Zoom sessions. Find the full schedule of 2026 Virtual Programs with registration information at Michigan.gov/LMPublicPrograms<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flibraryo…>. ________________________________ 2026 Michigan Notable Books Promotional Graphics and Tour Dates - Coming Soon Library of Michigan staff are working to finalize the promotional graphics that can be downloaded and printed for highlighting the 2026 Michigan Notable Books list as well as the 2026 Author Tour. The poster for the 2026 Michigan Notable Books list is displayed below. As with last year, several graphics will be available as templates on Canva, which libraries are encouraged to you use when promoting their author program if they are part of the 50 locations hosting 2026 MNB Authors as part of the author tour. Links to the files will soon be on the Michigan Notable Books webpage<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.Michigan.gov%2FNotableB…>. Additionally, the final list of the 50 locations hosting authors for the 2026 Michigan Notable Books Author Tour will soon be announced. A few locations are still working out the details of their programs with their authors. Once that process is complete, the full schedule will be made available along with the promotional graphics on the Michigan Notable Books webpage: www.Michigan.gov/NotableBooks<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.Michigan.gov%2FNotableB…>. [2026 Michigan Notable Books Poster] Poster for the 2026 Michigan Notable Books list and program. ________________________________ [Jim Daniels 2025-2026 Michigan Author Award]Save the Date - Celebrating 2025-2026 Michigan Author Award Recipient Jim Daniels The Library of Michigan will honor 2025-2026 Michigan Author Award<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flibraryo…> Recipient Jim Daniels on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at Marshall District Library<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.yourmdl.org%2F/1/010101…> in Marshall, MI. More details will soon be announced. ________________________________ March is Reading Month Youth Selections from the Michigan Notable Books List With March nearly upon us, National Reading Month events will be taking place across Michigan. For anyone looking for Michigan-specific titles to use during National Reading Month, here is a list of 20 youth-focused books that were previously honored by the Michigan Notable Books program: * 1999 - The Legend of Mackinac Island by Kathy-jo Wargin ; illustrations by Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen * 1999 - M is for Mitten: A Michigan Alphabet Book written by Annie Appleford, poems by Kathy-Jo Wargin ; illustrated by Michael G. Monroe * 2000 - Mail By the Pail by Colin Bergel ; illustrated by Mark Koenig * 2002 - Leonardo's Horse by Jean Fritz ; illustrated by Hudson Talbott * 2004 - The Edmund Fitzgerald: The Song of the Bell written by Kathy-Jo Wargin ; illustrated by Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen * 2005 - An Orange for Frankie by Patricia Polacco * 2006 - Winter's Tale: An Original Pop-Up Journey by Robert Sabuda * 2007 - Mackinac Bridge: The Story of the Five-Mile Poem written by Gloria Whelan ; illustrated by Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen * 2010 - January's Sparrow by Patricia Polacco * 2012 - A Nation's Hope: The Story of Boxing Legend Joe Louis by Matt De La Pẽna ; illustrated by Kadir Nelson * 2012 - Miss Martin is a Martian by Colleen Murray Fisher ; illustrated by Jared Chapman * 2012 - Magic Trash: A Story of Tyree Guyton and His Art by J.H. Shapiro ; illustrated by Vanessa Newton * 2013 - Bear Has a Story to Tell written by Philip C. Stead ; illustrated by Erin E. Stead * 2014 - Bluffton: My Summers with Buster by Matt Phelan * 2015 - Bernida: A Michigan Sailing Legend written by Al Declercq, Tom Ervin and Gloria Whelan ; illustrated by David Miles * 2019 - Nature's Friend: The Gwen Frostic Story written by Lindsey McDivitt ; illustrated by Eileen Ryan Ewen * 2019 - So Tall Within: Sojourner Truth's Long Walk Toward Freedom by Gary D. Schmidt ; illustrated by Daniel Minter * 2021 - RESPECT: Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul by Carole Boston Weatherford ; illustrated by Frank Morrison * 2023 - Shapes, Lines, and Light: My Grandfather’s American Journey by Katie Yamasaki * 2026 - Miss Betti, What Is This?: How Detroit's School Lunch Lady Got Good Food on the Menu by Lela Nargi ; illustrated by Kristen Uroda *Titles are in order of year the book was honored by the Michigan Notable Books program. [Collage of Michigan Notable Books Youth Selections March is Reading Month] Collage of Youth selections from the Michigan Notable Books program. ________________________________ Library of Michigan at the Historical Society of Michigan Local History Conference Library of Michigan staff will be at the 2026 Michigan in Perspective: Local History Conference<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fhsmichigan.org%2Fprograms%2…> at Oakland University from March 27-28, 2026. Conference attendees are encouraged to visit the Library of Michigan's exhibit table and learn more about the Library's services and collection. For anyone who is attending the conference and has yearbooks to donate to the Michigan Yearbook Collection Project<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flibraryo…>, please contact Library of Michigan staff beforehand at either Librarian(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:Librarian@Michigan.gov> or 517-335-1477. The Library of Michigan is proud to sponsor the 68th Annual Michigan in Perspective: Local History Conference<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fhsmichigan.org%2Fprograms%2…>, which is organized by the Historical Society of Michigan<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fhsmichigan.org%2F/1/0101019…>. [2025 Local History Conference Library of Michigan table] Library of Michigan table at the 2025 Michigan Local History Conference. ________________________________ [Special Collections Update Banner 2] [Library Card 2023]Library of Michigan Library Card Harness the resources of your state library with a Library of Michigan Library Card. Apply online at www.Michigan.gov/LibraryCard<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.Michigan.gov%2FLibraryC…>. Donate to the Collections of the Library of Michigan The Library of Michigan actively accepts additions to its collections and holdings. Find more information on the types of items accepted at www.Michigan.gov/LibraryGift<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.Michigan.gov%2FLibraryG…>. Sign-Up for the Special Collections Update Go to https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/signup/24046<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fpublic.govdelivery.com%2Fac…> [Bookmark and Share]<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcontent.govdelivery.com%2Fa…> Issue URL: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/bulletins/40be0b7 ________________________________ [https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/-/media/Project/Websites/library…]<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.Michigan.gov%2FLibraryo…> Questions? Contact Us<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flibraryo…> Your generous tax-deductible gift today will help assure The Library of Michigan Foundation<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/http:%2F%2Fwww.libraryofmichiganfoundat…> continues to support the Library of Michigan in improving crucial services and ensuring a rich literary culture. 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Reminder! Register TODAY for the MDPN Symposium!
by Chelsea Denault 27 Feb '26

27 Feb '26

There’s less than one month to register<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/694455ab0a9f0d8f4dc4605f> for the MDPN’s symposium, Creating a Blueprint for Accessible Digital Preservation: Learnings from the Michigan Digital Preservation Network’s IMLS Grant Activities, on March 26 at the Library of Michigan! We’re thrilled to bring several exciting sessions to the community, featuring presentations on workflows from storage grant recipients, use cases from MDPN members, technical insights from network hosts and collaborators from the LOCKSS Program, and future directions for the MDPN’s grant learnings. Featured sessions include: * Introduction to the Preservation Network Implementation Toolkit * Chelsea Denault (MDPN) * * DART in Action: The Digital Archivist's Resource Tool * Melissa Iori (AP Trust) * LOCKSS: A Lightning Talk * Thib Guicherd-Callin (LOCKSS Program) * Insights from the MDPN’s Technical Implementation * Paul Gallagher (Western Michigan University), Thib Guicherd-Callin (LOCKSS Program), Scott Morey (Traverse Area District Library), Sophie Steiner (Capital Area District Libraries) * A Tale of Two Collections: MDPN Storage Grant Recipients * Rachel Stock (Sloan Museum of Discovery), Hilary Maurin (Rochester Hill Public Library) * Marco? Polo? Where we are in the Process of Integrating MDPN in our Preservation Workflows * Alexis Braun Marks (Eastern Michigan University), Brooke Boyst (Eastern Michigan University), Heidi Butler (Capital Area District Libraries), Paul Gallagher (Western Michigan University) * What’s Next? The Future of the MDPN’s Learnings * Chelsea Denault (MDPN), Meghan Frazer (LOCKSS Program), Alyssa Pierce (GINKONet/Case Western University), Penelope Shumaker (State Library of Ohio) More information about the agenda will be shared on our website, MIpres.org<https://mipres.org>, as it’s available! Register today<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/694455ab0a9f0d8f4dc4605f> <https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/694455ab0a9f0d8f4dc4605f> via the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services! The MDPN welcomes attendance by network members, grant collaborators, and anyone interested in learning more about the MDPN’s collaborative approach to making digital preservation easy for non-technical users. Space is limited, so don’t delay! Funds to support travel to the symposium are available through the MDPN with support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Attendees can apply for funds via the Financial <https://forms.gle/NcPFfRQP9gN5qHBN9> Assistance Form<https://forms.gle/NcPFfRQP9gN5qHBN9>. While MDPN members and symposium presenters will receive priority funding, this opportunity is open to all attendees. Questions? Contact MDPN Coordinator Dr. Chelsea Denault at denaultc(a)mcls.org<mailto:denaultc@mcls.org>. -- Chelsea Denault, Ph.D. (she/her) Michigan Digital Preservation Network Coordinator Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-325-0826 denaultc(a)mcls.org<mailto:denaultc@mcls.org> www.MIpres.org<http://mipres.org/> [Logo]<http://mipres.org/>

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Upcoming cataloging workshops from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 27 Feb '26

27 Feb '26

There are still openings in the following workshops! MARC: An Introduction<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6914e544e5df27d0b0cd000f> 3-day class, March 10-12, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Eastern (9-11 a.m. Central) Qualifies for 6 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! Cataloging Graphic Novels and Formats<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6914e93ce5df27d0b0ce8ca5> 1-day class, March 12, 2-4 p.m. Eastern (1-3 p.m. Central) Qualifies for 2 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! For these and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here store.mcls.org<https://store.mcls.org/> To learn about our Essential Workplace Skills and Cataloging Certificate programs, click here mcls.org/training-events/certification<https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/> *************************************** Gwen Haviland Membership & Training Coordinator/Project Specialist Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 517-455-7612 havilandg(a)mcls.org<mailto:havilandg@mcls.org> Connect with MCLS 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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Summer career program for high school students
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 27 Feb '26

27 Feb '26

Please share the opportunity below with your high school patrons! ~ Cathy ### Exploring Careers in the Law with the Michigan Supreme Court The Michigan Supreme Court Learning Center is pleased to announce Exploring Careers in the Law, a moot court for high school students. Participants will prepare and present a free speech case as if before the Supreme Court. Rising 10th grade students (Fall 2026) through 2026 graduates are eligible. Two sessions are being offered: * Lansing, July 13-17 (5-day session) * Flint, July 30 (1-day session) View more details and apply<https://www.courts.michigan.gov/4928ac/siteassets/msc-learning-center/explo…> or visit courts.mi.gov/learningcenter<https://www.courts.michigan.gov/courts/supreme-court/learning-center/>. Please contact Rachael Drenovsky at drenovskyr(a)courts.mi.gov<mailto:drenovskyr@courts.mi.gov> if you have questions or have difficulty viewing the document. Rachael L. Drenovsky Michigan Supreme Court Learning Center Phone: 517-373-5027 (direct) Email: drenovskyr(a)courts.mi.gov<mailto:drenovskyr@courts.mi.gov> Web: courts.mi.gov/learningcenter<https://courts.mi.gov/learningcenter>

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ALL INTERNATIONAL BOOKS GONE
by Shannon O'Leary 27 Feb '26

27 Feb '26

Thanks everyone! See you next time! 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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Re: Free International Books
by Shannon O'Leary 27 Feb '26

27 Feb '26

UPDATE- Only Korean left *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_…> On Fri, Feb 27, 2026 at 11:42 AM Shannon O'Leary <soleary(a)novilibrary.org> wrote: > Hello Friends, > > I am back again with more FREE international books. I have: > > over 50 hardcover Korean picture Books (they are 2008 FYI) but in great > condition > 2 adult Japanese cookbooks > 1 adult Japanese gardening book > 2 Russian Novels. > > All items are in great shape. They are first come, first served. Please > include your RIDES or Delivery code and to whom I am sending these items. > Ex. Attn: ______________ > > Thanks! > Shannon O'Leary > > > > *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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