April 2026 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

New Report: AI Use Across The North American Book Industry
by Jim Flury 28 Apr '26

28 Apr '26

All, An interesting, attached report to read and consider. In quotes below is the no surprise point in the report that stood out to me: "Concerns about AI-generated books, including fraudulent or low-quality content, flooding major retail platforms were particularly strong among library respondents, with 95.1% identifying this as a pain point, compared with 82.5% of publisher respondents and 80.6% of all respondents." My opinion is that we need to work on getting the publisher respondents to take the AI concern as seriously, if not more so as the library respondents do. Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Note New Fax Number: 248-716-5584 Note New Email Address:jflury@tln.org

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Wood Dinosaur Model Art
by Gillian Demeter 28 Apr '26

28 Apr '26

Hello, As one of my crafts for teens this summer they are building a 3-D wooden dinosaur model. Does anyone have any ideas for artwork that would work on wood and wouldn't take too long to dry? The event is an hour long. Thank you! Gillian -- Gillian Demeter Teen/Tween Services Librarian Huntington Woods Public Library 26415 Scotia Rd. Huntington Woods, MI 48070 [ mailto:gdemeter@hwoodslib.org | gdemeter(a)hwoodslib.org ]

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Job Posting: City of Livonia - Assistant Library Director (Full-Time) at Livonia Public Library
by Fricke, Lindsay 27 Apr '26

27 Apr '26

Hi everyone, The City of Livonia is currently seeking applicants for a full-time Assistant Library Director position at the Livonia Public Library. Please see the attached job posting and highlights below for additional information. SALARY INFORMATION $90,272.00 - 105,248.00 Annually * Starting Salary: $90,272.00 * After Six Months of Successful Employment: $91,977.60 * After One Year of Successful Employment: $93,662.40 * Maximum salary is achieved after four years of employment. NOTE: Annual salary adjustments may also occur based on collective bargaining agreements. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES The Assistant Library Director assists in overseeing operations, implementing policies and strategic initiatives, managing budgets and resource allocation, coordinating staff development and training, and supporting programs, collections, and community services to ensure high-quality library services for the Livonia community. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Library Operations and Leadership * Policy & Strategic Implementation * Building Oversight & Facilities Management * Staff Training and Support * Program Development and Implementation * Collections Management * Budget Support & Vendor Relations * Community Engagement & External Liaison MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND APPLICATION PROCESS By the closing date of this announcement, applicants must: 1. Be a citizen of the United States or resident alien with the right to work in the United States; and 2. Possess a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited college or university; and 3. Possess or, ability to obtain by the date of hire, a Level 1 Professional Librarian Certification from the Library of Michigan; and 4. Have a minimum of eight or more years progressively responsible experience working as a professional librarian, including direct service to the public; and 5. Have four or more years of supervisory or management experience in a public library, including at least two years of direct supervisory experience overseeing professional librarian staff; and 6. Demonstrated experience in public library administration, including contributing to policy development, assisting with budgeting and financial planning, and allocating resources effectively; and 7. Demonstrated experience in staff development, training and team leadership; and 8. Demonstrated knowledge of public library operations, library technologies, collections management, programming, and community engagement; and 9. Have strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; and 10. Have the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize work effectively, and adapt to evolving organizational needs. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Key Competencies: * Leadership & Organizational Oversight * Library Operations & Service Delivery Management * Staff Supervision, Training & Development * Strategic Planning & Policy Implementation * Budget, Resource & Facilities Coordination NOTE: At the time of appointment, applicants are required to pass a pre-employment medical examination conducted by a physician authorized by the City of Livonia. HOW TO APPLY: Applications can be completed anytime online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/livonia<https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/livonia>. If work experience and/or specific skills are listed as qualifications, it will be the responsibility of the applicant to describe their experience and/or skills sufficiently in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application so that it may be determined if they meet the stated qualifications. Applicants who do not comply will be disqualified from further consideration. Attachments or resumes are not accepted in place of completing the information requested on the official application. Applicants will be notified by e-mail of the next steps in the examination process. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Appointees must satisfactorily complete a six-month probationary period before the appointment will be considered regular. 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Canton Public Library Job Opening - Department Head, Engagement & Design
by Sean Bewick 27 Apr '26

27 Apr '26

Due to an upcoming retirement, the Canton Public Library is looking for a new Engagement & Design Department Head. Under the management of the Library Director, the Engagement & Design Department Head is primarily responsible for all library marketing, public relations, and communications efforts, and for general oversight and management of the Engagement & Design Department. The Department Head also manages the library’s marketing and programming budgets, develops and fosters partnerships with community members and groups, and oversees planning for major library events. This position is classified as a full-time salaried position and is exempt from overtime. The nature of the work requires evening and weekend hours. SCHEDULED HOURS AND COMPENSATION * Full Time — thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hours per week * $73,300-$93,500 per year * Paid vacation accrual with one week’s vacation available upon hire * Annual sick leave allowance * Personal business days * Paid holidays: nine official holidays, plus three discretionary holidays and your birthday * Health care coverage, prescription coverage, dental insurance, vision reimbursements, long- and short-term disability, term life insurance * Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Stellar Staff Award program, Longevity Awards and an active Social Committee * Defined contribution retirement plan with matching funds up to 5% of salary per year APPLICATION INFORMATION: Only complete application packets (that include a current CPL application form<https://www.cantonpl.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/106/2021/08/CPL_Employmen…>, resume and cover letter) received or postmarked by 6:00 PM on Friday, May 15, 2026, will be considered. Incomplete application packets will not be reviewed. Submit complete application packets to: Marian Nicholson – Business Services Canton Public Library 1200 S. Canton Center Road Canton, MI 48188 jobs(a)cantonpl.org<mailto:jobs@cantonpl.org> For more information, please see the attached job description. Thank you, [cid:27c12698-c818-4fdf-9981-806e1a6c5b7b] Sean Bewick HR Specialist bewicks(a)cantonpl.org<mailto:bewicks@cantonpl.org> Canton Public Library 1200 S. Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188 734-394-1068

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New Home for German Language Books
by Tracy Logan 27 Apr '26

27 Apr '26

Hello Lovely Library Folks, You may have heard that our town has experienced some historic flooding. Our library is okay! But many of our patrons are struggling with damaged or lost homes. A patron came to us with a difficulty. She managed to save her collection of German language books but can't reabsorb them into her home with her new circumstances. She doesn't want to throw them away and they won't sell in our library booksale. Is there a library or language program out there that might be interested in a donation of books written in German? I don't have titles yet but the majority of the collection is mysteries or historical items. I would welcome any leads! Thank you! Tracy Logan Library Director Cadillac Wexford Public Library 411 South Lake Street Cadillac, MI 49601 231-775-6541 [cid:11b7ecb0-2aa1-4f9f-b345-ae7d4a067f6f]

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Now Hiring: Teen Librarian & Adult Collection Development Librarian
by Garrett Hungerford 27 Apr '26

27 Apr '26

All, The Redford Township District Library is currently seeking applicants for the following positions: - Teen Librarian (Full-Time) - Adult Librarian – Collection Development (Full-Time) For additional details or to apply, please visit: rtdl.org/about/employment/ Thanks, Garrett Hungerford, Director Redford Township District Library 25320 W. Six Mile Redford, MI 48240 Phone: (313) 531-2640 Email: ghungerford(a)rtdl.org Website: https://www.rtdl.org/ Schedule a Meeting: View Calendar <https://calendly.com/ghungerford>

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Puzzle exchange
by Mary Frantz 27 Apr '26

27 Apr '26

Good afternoon! A few questions for those of you who have the honor system puzzle exchanges in your library: 1. Do you keep track of the puzzles going in and out? 2. Do you have them sign the puzzles in and out when they take one? 3. Do you just put the puzzles out and let it go from there? Any info or feedback is greatly appreciated! -- Mary Frantz, Service Librarian *Millington Arbela District Library*8530 Depot Street Millington, MI 48746 Phone (989) 871-2003 Fax (989) 871-5594

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Fw: Employment Posting: Library Director
by Lynne Wiercinski 27 Apr '26

27 Apr '26

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: LIBRARY DIRECTOR If you believe a library is the heartbeat of a town, we want to meet you! We are looking for the next Library Director for the Ironwood Carnegie Library—a role for a gifted communicator who loves books and libraries and can champion our 125-year-old historic gem located in Ironwood, a city of approximately five thousand people located in the far western end of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. This is a position for a "master of all trades" who wants to leave a lasting mark: from the strategic art of securing grants and the stewardship of an historic facility, to cultivating a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere for our residents. Join us in a rural community that deeply cherishes its heritage, its progressive art and culture scene, and its wondrous natural landscape. Help us write the next chapter of our legacy! Please send cover letter and resume to: ironwoodcarnegie2(a)gmail.com<mailto:ironwoodcarnegie2@gmail.com> or to Ironwood Carnegie Library, 235 East Aurora, Ironwood, MI 49938 Attention: Board President Lynne Wiercinski, Director Ironwood Carnegie Library 235 East Aurora Ironwood, MI 49938 906.932.4789 www.ironwoodcarnegie.org<https://ironwoodcarnegie.org/>

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Anyone want some IR Book Viewers?
by Jocelyn Levin 27 Apr '26

27 Apr '26

I have four of these cardboard IR Viewers to send through RIDES to whichever libraries can use them. If more than one of your respond, I will split them up between you. Jocelyn Jocelyn Levin, MLIS Youth Services Librarian jlevin(a)ltpl.org **Please note new email address** *My Pronouns: She/Her/Hers - See **www.mypronouns.org* <http://www.mypronouns.org/>* to learn more.* Lyon Township Public Library 27005 S. Milford Rd, South Lyon, MI 48178 248.437.8800 www.LTPL.org

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Summer Food Service Program applications open
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 27 Apr '26

27 Apr '26

If your library wishes to participate in the Summer Food Service Program<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/food/summer> you will have until Thursday, May 14 to submit a full and complete application to the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) for review. Applications must be approved before Summer Food Service Program operations can begin, see the message below for details. Want to learn more before you apply? Watch the following recording: Meet Up & Eat Up & Read Up! Kari Day, MDE SFS Program Consultant, recorded a short video just for Michigan's public libraries. Watch to learn how you can discover if your library is eligible to serve as a site for summer food and additional ways you might better meet the needs of youth in your community this summer. Recording: SFSP Library Outreach<https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/play/fhV3t6LEXekjM_j0ZYzkFm1-UyKvuZ1ACv_-x66vuE…> (approx. 8 mins) and Slides<https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1vwbi4dzvwFnP-ExThNNE9uL7IhAOQqjJ/ed…>. Additional information can be found at https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/food/summer. Thank you, 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://liblists.org/postorius/lists/miyouth.liblists.org/> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. 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Applications must be approved before Summer Food Service Program operations can begin. Please Note: If you do not participate in the Summer Food Service Program, the application is not open to you yet. MDE is releasing the application in phases to allow our staff time to provide the best customer service and application processing time for sponsors. Sponsors who do not participate in Summer Food Service Program will have the 2027 CNP: Coordinated Application made available to them in May. Important Things to Know: * Initiating the 2027 Application * Please make sure that you are correctly initiating your 2027 application by selecting the option that includes “COORDAPP-2026... (Application Approved)”. Then click “Proceed”. * If you choose the option, “DO NOT COPY FORWARD” then none of the data from your previous application will pull forward into your new application and you will start with a blank application. This would cause a lot more work for your organization! 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