May 2026 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Michigan Cryptid Presenters
by Ashley Moran 11 May '26

11 May '26

Hello, Has anyone hosted a local presenter on Michigan Cryptids? I know that Oakland County has a program geared for kids where they discuss the real animals behind the legends, but I am looking for more of an adult centered, non-realistic (or is it?!) cryptid centered presentation. I'd love to hear any suggestions you may have. Thank you! -- *Ashley Moran **(she, her)* Marketing and Programs Manager Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Commerce Township Main Coordinator Commerce Township Community Library Commerce Township, MI 248-669-8108 ext. 106 Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/51322836?utm_med…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/51322836?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_…> -- The information contained in this electronic message is intended only for the use of the designated recipient(s). If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, use, dissemination, forwarding or copying of this message is strictly prohibited, and we request that you delete the original message and all attachments.

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PDF Editing Software
by Bruce MacDonald 11 May '26

11 May '26

What software is your library staff using to create and edit PDF documents? Adobe Acrobat Pro 2020 will cease to function 12/1/2026. Adobe is pushing for a subscription model, instead of selling us a version we can install and just use for a few years. We purchased our Adobe 2020 Pro licenses from TechSoup. To get discounted Acrobat Pro, you now must go through a company called Goodstack and buy individual licenses, a max of 10, that are each individually assigned to an end-user email address. These renew each year, you must pay for each license individually, and as far as I can tell there is no way to transfer a license to another user when there is turnover. TechSoup now sells Foxit PDF Editor+ instead of Acrobat Pro, and it seems to also have some extra hurdles for licensing that are off-putting. ---- [cid:image001.png@01DCDD64.8A41D2F0] Bruce MacDonald Head of Technology / Assistant Director Peter White Public Library<https://www.pwpl.info/> 217 N. Front St. Marquette, MI 49855 906-226-4307 Direct Dial 906-228-9510 Library Main Number 906-226-1783 Library Fax bmac(a)pwpl.info<mailto:bmac@pwpl.info>

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Book & Author Society Announces Return of Grant Program and Welcomes Bestselling Author Marjan Kamali This September
by Kelly Bennett 10 May '26

10 May '26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Library Network’s Book & Author Society Announces Return of Grant Program and Welcomes Bestselling Author Marjan Kamali This September NOVI, Mich. – The Book & Author Society (BAS) is proud to share two exciting announcements with Michigan’s library community: the return of its small grant program and an upcoming “In Conversation” event featuring award-winning and New York Times bestselling author Marjan Kamali. For the first time since 2020, BAS will award one public library in Michigan a $1,000 Collection Grant intended to help launch or enhance a circulating collection. The grant is designed to increase patron engagement by supporting collections that reflect diverse community needs. Libraries are encouraged to apply with proposals ranging from expanding world language materials and graphic novel collections to enhancing digital resources such as audiobooks. Applications for the Collection Grant will open June 1, 2026, and close July 13, 2026, with the selected library notified in late July. The grant will be formally presented on September 14, 2026, during BAS’s author event featuring Marjan Kamali. Additional details, including the application link and evaluation rubric, will be shared in late May. Information and links can also be found on [ http://bookandauthor.org/ | bookandauthor.org ] . Book and Author Society Event – September 14, 2026 BAS’s September 14, 2026 author event follows the Society’s highly successful 2025 relaunch featuring author Kate Quinn, which drew more than 450 attendees. This fall, the event will be once again be held at Schoolcraft College’s Vistatech Center and will feature a captivating evening of conversation with Kamali. Kamali, author of the instant national bestseller The Lion Women of Tehran and the internationally acclaimed novel The Stationery Shop , has earned global recognition with her work, published in more than 25 languages. A recipient of the 2022 National Endowment for the Arts Creative Writing Fellowship, she will join Cathy Russ, Director of the West Bloomfield Township Public Library and Chair of the BAS Committee, for a candid discussion followed by a book signing. Just like last year, Book and Author Society and The Library Network invite area public libraries to feature one of Marjan Kamali’s books as a selection for their book clubs. Many book clubs used BAS’s in-person event last year as an outing after reading a Kate Quinn book. Even if you don’t choose to involve your book club, we would appreciate you posting one of the attached flyers after May 11. Event registration opens May 11 , with early bird tickets priced at $30 and general admission at $35 after August 17. Proceeds from ticket sales help fund BAS programming and grant opportunities for Michigan libraries. Tickets will be available at [ http://www.bookandauthor.org/ | www.bookandauthor.org ] Please visit bookandauthor.org for more information. The September event is generously sponsored by Hoopla Digital. Kelly Bennett (she/her/hers) Contract Services Coordinator The Library Network kbennett(a)tln.org (248) 536-3100 ext.147 Kelly Bennett (she/her/hers) Contract Services Coordinator The Library Network kbennett(a)tln.org (248) 536-3100 ext.147

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Invitation to an Interactive Genealogy Workshop by Katherine R. Willson at the Pinckney Library titled: "America’s Story: Opportunity, Diversity, and Belonging Across 250 Years"
by Hope Siasoco 09 May '26

09 May '26

Dear Michigan Library Colleagues, (Please excuse the cross-posting.) The Pinckney Library (125 Putnam St., Pinckney, MI 48169) is hosting an interactive genealogy workshop by Katherine R. Willson on *Saturday, May 16th at 11am to 1pm* as a tie-in program celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the Founding of the United States of America. *Description:* *"America’s Story: Opportunity, Diversity, and Belonging Across 250 Years" <https://pinckneylibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Americas-Story-May-1…>* America’s story is one of families seeking opportunity while facing exclusion and hardship. This interactive presentation follows that story across many communities, including Native Americans, early colonial settlers, African Americans, and European immigrants of the 19th and 20th centuries. It explores how people moved through a rapidly changing country, sometimes by choice and sometimes under pressure, and how immigrants and other marginalized groups navigated questions of rights, identity, and belonging. Guided reflection encourages attendees to consider how opportunity, resilience, and exclusion shaped these communities, with practical ideas for preserving those stories for future generations. This 2-hour workshop expands on the lecture with step-by-step guidance for writing ancestral stories of opportunity, exclusion, and resilience, along with a demonstration of how to preserve those stories on major genealogy websites. *NOTE: *This is an In Person event at the Pinckney Library (125 Putnam St., Pinckney, MI 48169) and will not be recorded. Registration is required and can be done by calling the library at 734-878-3888 or going to: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJneL2Pt_krK6jsVoy11bx7hq3H3bt4db… or scanning the QR code on the flier. For more information, please check out the program flier ( https://pinckneylibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Americas-Story-May-1…) or contact Hope Siasoco at hsiasoco(a)pinckneylibrary.org Please feel free to share the flier and information to anyone who might be interested in participating in this interactive, genealogy workshop. Thank you in advance for your attention and interest. Sincerely, Hope Siasoco Library Director ------------------------------ She/Her Pinckney Community Public Library 125 Putnam St. Pinckney, MI 48169 Tel: 734-878-2952 Fax: 734-878-2907 Email: hsiasoco(a)pinckneylibrary.org

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Free kids table with 4 blue benches
by Syeda Maimoona Ali 09 May '26

09 May '26

Hello, We are renovating and are giving away for free a kids table with 4 blue benches. You must come and pick it up yourself. Email if you are interested. Thanks! Maimoona Ali Acting Manager Detroit Public Library Knapp Branch 13330 Conant Detroit, Michigan 48212 sali(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org 313-481-1771 M, W, S: 10-6 Tu, Th: 12-8 We love the Library. We love Detroit. We love what we do!

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There are just a few spots left for Intermediate Rare Book Cataloging
by Gwen Haviland 08 May '26

08 May '26

There is still time to register for the following workshop: Intermediate Rare Book Cataloging<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6914f271e5df27d0b0d1989f> 3-day class, May 19-21, 2-4 p.m. Eastern (1-3 p.m. Central) For this 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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Genre and Color Coding Labels Available
by Chelsey Boss 08 May '26

08 May '26

Hello & Happy Friday! We have some genre labels available: Mystery, Valentines, Halloween, Easter, St. Patrick’s Day, Ground Hog Day, Dog Story, and Horse Story. We also have 5/8” x 1-1/4” color coding labels in pink and green. Will send via Rides so send your agency code please. Thank you, Chelsey Boss Assistant Director Adrian District Library 143 E. Maumee St. Adrian, MI 49221 517.265.2265 (o) 517.759.3195 (f) Adrian’s place to connect, explore, and learn.

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Join us next week for our next MCLS Virtual Dialogue!
by Jan Davidson 08 May '26

08 May '26

The Midwest Collaborative for Library Services will continue our Virtual Dialogue series next Thursday, May 14, 10:30 a.m. to noon Eastern (9:30-11 a.m. Central). We will discuss addressing "the elephant in the room" and how to constructively approach difficult topics in the workplace. MCLS Virtual Dialogues are designed to provide those in the library industry opportunities to connect around topics that impact the way we work. These dialogues are not workshops or webinars; they are a way to engage with others in the profession through facilitated dialogue. Please plan to have your microphone enabled and camera on to participate. Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/czI8HBHPQ6GWApA25MvdJw today! If you have any questions, please reach out to engagement(a)mcls.org. We look forward to connecting with you! Jan Davidson (she/her) Library Consultant davidsonj(a)mcls.org<mailto:davidsonj@mcls.org> 517-481-2003 [cid:1da875a4-1a47-4c09-9a62-f0f32d850bd9] 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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Introduction to Neurodiversity Webinar - Monday with Disability Network Southwest Michigan
by Vernola, Andrea (MDE) 08 May '26

08 May '26

Hello! We still have space in our upcoming workshops with Disability Network Southwest Michigan. Please share widely with staff at your libraries. These presentations will also be recorded and the recording sent to those who registered after the event. Introduction to Neurodiversity - May 11 at 10:00 am - 12:00 pm This workshop introduces the concept of neurodiversity as the natural diversity of human brains and minds and explores the neurodiversity movement as a human rights framework. Participants will examine how neurodiversity shapes sensory, movement, and communication differences, the impact of ableism on people with brain-based disabilities, and practical ways to support the neurodiversity movement. Instructor: Max Hornick (they/them) is a Community Education Coordinator for Disability Network Southwest Michigan, where they have worked since 2018. Registration here: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even… Introduction to Ableism - June 15 at 10:00 am - 11:00 am This presentation introduces ableism as a systemic form of discrimination that affects people with disabilities in everyday interactions, policies, and practices. Participants will explore common examples of ableism, including language and assumptions, and how these behaviors impact access and inclusion. Instructor: Miranda Grunwell is a passionate advocate and educator with over 20 years of experience in the disability rights field. For more information about Disability Network Southwest Michigan visit their website at https://www.dnswm.org/. Register here: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even… Have a great weekend! Andrea 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 [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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Encyclopedias/Reference Materials?
by Tahquamenon Library Director 08 May '26

08 May '26

Hello Librarians, These questions are aimed more towards the various school-public libraries, but could be applicable to everyone: How often do you modernize your reference sections? - Is it on a rolling basis, or an all-at-once deal? How broad of a reference section do you maintain? - Do Mel resources supplement your reference, or have they replaced them? I would like to structure reference modernization into our acquisitions, but with the prevalence of the internet, we have seen declining use of the resources by our students and public. An attempt at increasing circulation was made some years ago by moving some materials into the non-fiction sections, but that has not helped to a large extent. Thanks, Ross

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