April 2026 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Author visit recommendation
by Rochelle Collins 25 Apr '26

25 Apr '26

Hi all, I wanted to let everyone know about a great author visit we had here at BCLS. Angela Shupe talked about her first book, In the light of the sun, which is based on the dual history of her aunt (in Italy) and mother (hiding in the jungles of the Philippines) during WWII. Great talk and several of the people who attended said they had already read and loved the book. Her contact email is: angelamshupe(a)outlook.com Rochelle A. Collins Reference Librarian Alice and Jack Wirt Library 500 Center Ave Bay City, MI 48708 989-893-9566 ex. 2208 rcollins(a)baycountylibrary.org

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Upcoming cataloging workshops from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 24 Apr '26

24 Apr '26

There is still time to register for the following workshops: The Mystery of MARC Fixed Fields Solved<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6914f073e5df27d0b0d0ea2b> 2-day class, May 5-6, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Eastern (9-11 a.m. Central) Qualifies for 4 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! Electronic Serials Cataloging<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6914f0fde5df27d0b0d12cc1> 3-day class, May 5-7, 2-4 p.m. Eastern (1-3 p.m. Central) Qualifies for 6 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! Integrating Resources Cataloging<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6914f0afe5df27d0b0d10318> 1-day class, May 7, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Eastern (9-11 a.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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A few more playaways with cases
by Daniel Patton 24 Apr '26

24 Apr '26

More playaways in their cases to send to a good home. Send me a message to claim. See attached image with titles. Thanks and have a nice weekend! Daniel C. Patton Adult Librarian // FCL Farmington Hills Email: daniel.patton(a)farmlib.org<mailto:daniel.patton@farmlib.org> Phone: (248) 553-6871 Website: www.farmlib.org<https://outlook.office.com/local/path/file://fhbackup/commondirs/FCL/Market…> Farmington Community Library | One Library, Two Locations [Farmington Community Library's logo. The logomark is three location icons formatted as an open book. The type reads "FCL" in a typewriter font next to the logomark.]FCL Farmington Hills | 32737 W. 12 Mile Rd.<https://www.google.com/maps/place/Farmington+Community+Library/@42.4979744,…> FCL Farmington | 23500 Liberty St.<https://www.google.com/maps/place/Farmington+Community+Library/@42.4643366,…>

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Home Delivery
by Christina LeVey-Rowland 24 Apr '26

24 Apr '26

Hello all, We are considering starting a home delivery option for patrons within our service area and would love to hear from other libraries who have been successful with this. If anyone is open to sharing your procedures and your success stories (and tips/words of caution) I'd appreciate it! Thank you, *Christina LeVey-Rowland* Outreach Programming Librarian *231-722-8000 Ext. 8002* | hackleylibrary.org 316 W Webster Ave | Muskegon, MI 49440

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NEW: Director search - Port Jervis Free Library (NY)
by Beth Barker 23 Apr '26

23 Apr '26

Director - Port Jervis Free Library (NY) The Port Jervis Free Library (NY) Board of Trustees is seeking a collaborative leader and expert communicator to lead the library into the future as its next Director. Port Jervis Free Library offers local history, community, reference, and children's rooms, and is the home of the Minisink Valley Historical Society. Supported by a Friends of the Library group that operates the Book Cellar, the library is a member of the Ramapo Catskill Library System, which maximizes sharing, creativity, and innovation. Port Jervis Free Library serves a diverse community of approximately 20,000 school district residents in Western Orange County, NY. The next Director will report to a five-member Board of Trustees, support and supervise a team of 11.31 full-time equivalents, manage a $1.4 million budget, and oversee a 13,000 square foot historic location in downtown Port Jervis. The city of Port Jervis has a population of approximately 8,700 residents who enjoy the various public programming, technology resources (The Hub), and, most recently, non-traditional lending collections, facilitated by an engaged and dedicated staff. The library's next Director will be a skilled manager and communicator, capable of building consensus between stakeholder groups and clearly executing priorities outlined in the organization's strategic plan (linked below). This leader will be a hands-on professional who will bolster existing community partnerships in addition to discovering new ways the library can deliver outreach of its services and collections into the community. Key initiatives of this role are increasing community engagement, fostering a positive organizational culture, and updating or drafting policies and procedures that reflect the overarching goals of the organization to best serve its users. The incoming director will ideally possess deep comfort with technology, change management skills, and the ability to identify creative revenue streams through grants and partnerships. Port Jervis is a historic "river city" and is known as the gateway to the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Offering activities such as kayaking and boating, or fishing, the city's unique geography provides immediate access to the water. The landscape is defined by the Port Jervis Watershed Trails, an extensive network of over 50 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails that offer breathtaking vistas of the tri-state area. It is an excellent destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking year-round adventure. Beyond its natural beauty, Port Jervis is highly accessible to major metropolitan hubs such as New York City (70 miles) via the NJ Transit Port Jervis line, which connects commuters and day-trippers to Penn Station and Hoboken. Regional connectivity to other cities such as Philadelphia and Scranton provides opportunities for additional cultural activities as well. Responsibilities: The ideal candidate will provide strategic leadership & foster positive board relations; execute the library's multi-year Strategic Plan, ensuring it aligns with modern community needs. The Director acts as the primary liaison to the Board of Trustees, providing data-driven recommendations and transparent reporting to facilitate informed policymaking. A visible leader and spokesperson, the Director actively builds and maintains community partnerships. The Director provides fiscal oversight with the board to develop and maintain a sustainable budget, proactively identify and pursue grant opportunities, and alternative funding streams to support special projects and capital needs. The Director oversees the maintenance and preservation of library facilities, plans and manages facility upgrades or renovations, ensuring modern functionality while respecting the architectural integrity of the physical assets. The Director leads the staff through organizational transitions, fostering a culture of adaptability and innovation; cultivates a collaborative, high-performing work environment through effective mentorship and professional development. The Director will apply expert-level human resources skills tailored to civil service environments, including performance evaluation, labor relations, and adherence to regulatory standards. Qualifications: The minimum qualifications for this role are a Master's Degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution, and a minimum of five (5) years of decision-making experience in public, academic, or business library. Possession of an NYS public librarian's professional certificate or eligibility for certification at time of application, and possession of certificate within three months of appointment is required. Applicants must be eligible to be appointed from the civil service list for Library Director I, held by the City of Port Jervis Civil Service Commission. Experience working with a Board of Trustees, library management and supervisory experience, financial administration, and grant writing skills are desired. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $85,000 - $110,000 (with placement negotiable, dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent benefits package. Interested candidates should submit their resume through the application portal (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) by selecting the position and then the "Apply" button. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates (https://bradburymiller.com/) This position closes on Sunday, May 31, 2026. Visit our website (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) to access the latest version of this announcement in full, along with all related links. - Beth Barker (she/her) Director of Finance and Communication Bradbury Miller Associates 330-340-7115 | Dover, OH | bradburymiller.com<http://bradburymiller.com/> Sign up for our newsletter<https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=11148931…> for updates on available positions!

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Free leftover props from trivia
by Anna Merritt 23 Apr '26

23 Apr '26

Hello All, We have a few props leftover from our Sports trivia night. 7 Foam Fingers – Various Colors (https://shorturl.at/hdVsK) Concession Stand Banner (https://shorturl.at/IlPco) Free to first response. 😊 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/ [1] -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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Equipment use in the library
by Isabella Rowan 22 Apr '26

22 Apr '26

Happy Hump Day everyone, If you have specialty equipment that is for in library use only, what do you collect from the patron to allow them to use it? Do you hold their driver's license, phone, backpack, etc. until they return the equipment? Is that even legal? How do you ensure the equipment doesn't walk out the door otherwise? Also, if you have any policies related to in house only items, please share. Thank you! Isabella Rowan, MLIS Library Director Phone: 517-223-9089, Ext. 111 130 S. Grand Ave. Fowlerville, MI 48836 https://www.fowlervillelibrary.net/ [cid:c6329d54-f67f-4a00-8e56-4454f3bef400] This message is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed, and may contain information that is privileged, confidential, and/or exempt from disclosure under applicable laws. If the reader of the message is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by telephone and/or reply to this e-mail message. Thank you.

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Slat Boards & Plastic Pieces
by Anna Merritt 22 Apr '26

22 Apr '26

Hello All, Doing some spring cleaning and came across three slat board display holders along with a box of random plastic pieces that fit into them. They are too big for RIDES, but are FREE for anyone who wishes to come and pick them up. 😊 They are in pretty good shape, we just don’t have any place to put them. They measure- * 24 x 32 ¼ x ¾” (2 smaller ones) * 32 x 45 x ¾” (1 large one) [cid:image007.jpg@01DCD276.2796F250][cid:image008.jpg@01DCD276.2796F250] 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/ [1] -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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Call for Conference Breakout Sessions
by Tricia Wylie 22 Apr '26

22 Apr '26

Good afternoon, The Upper Peninsula Region of Library Cooperation would like to invite you to submit a proposal for a breakout session to be presented at the UPRLC Annual Conference taking place at NMU’s Northern Center in Marquette, Michigan on September 21 and 22, 2026. The conference theme is “The Next Chapter.” Each breakout session is approximately 50 minutes long. The deadline for proposal submission is May 29, 2026. Proposals can be submitted at the following link: https://form.jotform.com/261115417914150 Thank you, Tricia Wylie, Director Superiorland Library Cooperative 1615 Presque Isle Ave Marquette, MI 49855 906-228-7697 x 1

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Re: Tables up for grabs AND shelving [claimed]
by Rebekah Dobski 22 Apr '26

22 Apr '26

From: Library Director Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 12:41 PM To: 'michlib-l(a)liblists.org' <michlib-l(a)liblists.org> Subject: Tables up for grabs Hello, I have three tables and each of their four accompanying chairs up for grabs. They are super sturdy items, very solid wood. The tables measure 4'x4' - please see attached photo. If you are interested, please reply to arrange a time to pick them up! [sigemail] CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This communication and any attachments may contain confidential and privileged information for the use of the designated recipient named above. If you are not the designated recipient, an employee, or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this communication in error and that any review, disclosure, dissemination, distribution, or copying of it or its contents is strictly prohibited. If you receive this communication in error, please destroy all copies of this communication and any attachments and notify the sender immediately via phone, fax, or electronic mail. Thank you.

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