May 2026 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Library Patron Privacy in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Report, May 2026
by Jim Flury 06 Jul '26

06 Jul '26

A general overview, followed by a summary for each state as well as the District of Columbia. MI is on page 31. [ https://assets.nationbuilder.com/votelibraries/pages/29115/attachments/orig… | https://assets.nationbuilder.com/votelibraries/pages/29115/attachments/orig… ] 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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2026 State Librarian's Excellence Award is now open!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 06 Jul '26

06 Jul '26

The application period for the 2026 State Librarian's Excellence Award is now open<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 (2) 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 deadline to apply<https://bbgm-apply.yourcausegrants.com/apply/programs/346894f2-cf1f-4842-aa…> <https://bbgm-apply.yourcausegrants.com/apply/programs/346894f2-cf1f-4842-aa…> is Friday, August 28, 2026. There will be no extensions. Submissions will be accepted online only. Award recipients will be notified in September. Application details and additional information and critera can be found here: https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/about/state-librarian/slea The award recipients will be recognized by the State Librarian at the Michigan Library Association Annual Conference awards event on Wednesday, October 28 at the Vibe Credit Union Showplace in Novi, Michigan. Contact Person Lori Poznanski-Mason, Administrative Assistant to the State Librarian Library of Michigan Email: Poznanskil(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:> Phone: 517-335-1518 ### 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. [Michigan Seal of Biliteracy] 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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Detroit Public Library: Assistant Manager- Children/Youth Services Opportunity
by Hyden Al-najar 29 Jun '26

29 Jun '26

Hello! The Detroit Public Library is currently looking to fill our Assistant Manager- Adult Services position. This is a great opportunity for career growth, in a great environment. Please see the job description attached. If you are interested, please send your resume and cover letter to the email below. Reach out if you have any questions. We look forward to speaking with you! Please send resumes to halnajar(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org Hyden Al-najar Human Resources Specialist Detroit Public Library 5201 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI 48202 (p) 313-481-1332 halnajar(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org

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Detroit Public Library: Archivist Opportunity
by Hyden Al-najar 29 Jun '26

29 Jun '26

Hello! Are you passionate about history and Special Collections? The Detroit Public Library Archivist position is for you! . This is a great opportunity for career growth, in a great environment. Please see the job description attached. If you are interested, please send your resume and cover letter to the email below. Reach out if you have any questions. We look forward to speaking with you! Please send resumes to halnajar(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org Best regards, Hyden Al-najar Human Resources Specialist Detroit Public Library 5201 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI 48202 (p) 313-481-1332 halnajar(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org

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AADL Job Opportunity
by hr＠aadl.org 29 Jun '26

29 Jun '26

Hello, The Ann Arbor District Library currently has an open job posting for a Full-time Library Technician - Open Lab. We will be accepting applications until 8pm on November 25, 2025. 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 [ mailto:hr@aadl.org | hr(a)aadl.org ] | 734-327-4273 | [ mailto:pratth@aadl.org | pratth(a)aadl.org ]

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AADL Job Opportunity - Human Resources Manager
by hr＠aadl.org 23 Jun '26

23 Jun '26

Hello, The Ann Arbor District Library is currently hiring for a Human Resources Manager. Applications will be accepted until 8:00 pm on March 23 2026. If you are interested in applying, please visit: [ https://aadl.org/aboutus/employment | 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 [ mailto:hr@aadl.org | hr(a)aadl.org ] | 734-327-4273 | [ mailto:pratth@aadl.org | pratth(a)aadl.org ]

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Detroit Public Library: Customer Service Representaive Opportunity
by Hyden Al-najar 16 Jun '26

16 Jun '26

The Detroit Public Library is currently looking to fill our Customer Service Representative positions. Are you looking for a Part Time role? This position would be for you! This is a great opportunity for career growth, in a great environment. Please see the job description attached. If you are interested, please send your resume and cover letter to the email below. Reach out if you have any questions. We look forward to speaking with you! Please send resumes to halnajar(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org Best regards, Hyden Al-najar Human Resources Specialist Detroit Public Library 5201 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI 48202 (p) 313-481-1332 halnajar(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org

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MI PR Group upcoming meeting reminder - Tuesday, April 16
by Kelly Rembert 15 Jun '26

15 Jun '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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Upcoming FREE PCI Webinars Provided by Library of Michigan
by Vernola, Andrea (MDE) 08 Jun '26

08 Jun '26

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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Book Club Books
by Ashley Gillies 01 Jun '26

01 Jun '26

Hello, I was hoping to find out what other libraries do with the books after a book club is finished with them? Do you keep them in circulation, repurpose them, or use them in another way? I'd also love to know if your library offers book club kits, and how frequently they circulate? Thank you for any insight you have. I really appreciate it! Ashley Gillies Adult Services Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Road Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 796-4377 www.southfieldlibrary.org<http://www.southfieldlibrary.org/> (she/her/hers)

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