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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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FW: Special Collections Update - May 29, 2026
by Oster, Adam (MDE) 29 May '26

29 May '26

June Virtual Program, Juneteenth Closing, Michigan Author Award Event, Great Reads from Great Places Selections, & 2026 MNB Author Tour [Special Collections Update Banner] ________________________________ [Library of Michigan logo] Special Collections Update - May 29, 2026 June Virtual Program, Juneteenth Closing, Michigan Author Award Event, Great Reads from Great Places Selections, & 2026 Michigan Notable Books Author Tour [Mindy Virtual Presenting]Virtual Program: Family History Collections at the New York State Research Library Thursday, June 4, 2026 - 6:30PM-7:30PM, Zoom Register for this Program<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fus06web.zoom.us%2Fmeeting%2…> Join Jane Bentley Turo, Senior Reference Librarian at the New York State Library, for an informative look at the New York State Library's local history and genealogy resources. This webinar will highlight collections relevant to family research, including published genealogies; newsletters and journals from genealogical societies; local histories of New York State regions, cities, and towns; Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) resources specific to New York; historical newspapers; city directories; and family history research databases. Attendees will learn about the New York State Library's family history collections, how to access library resources, and tips for researching New York ancestors. This program is ideal for genealogists, local historians, or anyone interested in exploring their New York roots. The New York State Library's Regent Joseph E. Bowman Jr. Research Library, established in 1818, collects, preserves and provides access to materials that support the work of New York State government. The Library's collections, numbering over 20 million items, are widely used by New York State employees, New York State residents and researchers from around the world. Guest Speaker: Jane Bently Turo 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…>. ________________________________ [Juneteenth]Library of Michigan Closing Announcement The Library of Michigan will be closed from Friday, June 19, 2026 - Sunday, June 21, 2026 for the Juneteenth holiday. The Library of Michigan will reopen on Monday, June 22, 2026. All reference questions and library card applications will be processed during the week after reopening. ________________________________ Celebrating 2025-2026 Michigan Author Award Recipient Jim Daniels Join the Library of Michigan and Marshall District Library in celebrating 2025-2026 Michigan Author Award recipient Jim Daniels at 6:00PM 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. In addition to being honored as the 2025-2026 Michigan Author Award recipient<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flibraryo…>, Daniels will also be discussing his work An Ignorance of Trees: A Memoir in Essays as part of the 2026 Michigan Notable Books Author Tour<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flibraryo…>. An Ignorance of Trees was recognized as one of 20 selections on the 2026 Michigan Notable Books list<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flibraryo…>. The event is free to attend. Anyone planning on attending is encouraged to fill-out MDL's online registration form: https://www.yourmdl.org/event/meet-the-2025-26-michigan-author-award-recipi…<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.yourmdl.org%2Fevent%2Fm…> Michigan Author Award Event Marshall District Library 124 W. Green St. Marshall, MI 49068 Direct questions about the event to Librarian(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:Librarian@Michigan.gov> or 517-335-1477. The Michigan Author Award<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.Michigan.gov%2FMiAuthor…> is a program facilitated by the Library of Michigan and the Michigan Center for the Book<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.Michigan.gov%2FMCFB/1/0…>. [Michigan Author Award Event Jim Daniels Marshall District Library] ________________________________ 2026 Great Reads from Great Places Selections The Library of Michigan and Michigan Center for the Book are pleased to announce The Lions Finally Roar: The Ford Family, the Detroit Lions, and the Road to Redemption in the NFL by Bill Morris and The Luminous Life of Lucy Landry by Anna Rose Johnson as the Adult and Youth selections representing Michigan on the 2026 Great Reads from Great Places<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.loc.gov%2Fprograms%2Fce…>Great Reads from Great Places. Every year, a list of books representing the literary heritage of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and US territories is distributed by the Library of Congress's Center for the Book<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.loc.gov%2Fprograms%2Fce…> during the National Book Festival<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.loc.gov%2Fevents%2F2025…>. Books are selected by the local Center for the Book affiliate, with titles for both children and adults. Books may be written by authors from the state, take place in the state, or celebrate the state's culture and heritage. The 2026 National Book Festival is scheduled for Saturday, August 22, 2026 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Wahsington DC. Library of Michigan staff will be at the event representing Michigan. More information will become available as we get closer to the event. Visit the Michigan Center for the Book page<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2FMCFB/1/0…> to read summaries of the 2026 selections as well as see a list of previous years items<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flibraryo…> representing Michigan on the Great Reads from Great Places list. [2026 Michigan Great Reads from Great Places Lions Finally Roar Luminous Life] The Adult and Youth selections representing Michigan on the 2026 Great Reads from Great Places list. ________________________________ 2026 Michigan Notable Books Author Tour We are two months into the 2026 Michigan Notable Books Author Tour<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flibraryo…> with three more months of programs across Michigan to go. Thank you to all the libraries who have hosted authors so far as well as to everyone who attended those programs. The full schedule of Michigan Notable Books Author Tour events is listed on Michigan.gov/NotableBooks<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.Michigan.gov%2FNotableB…>. A reminder to both host libraries and libraries highlighting the 2026 Michigan Notable Books list that there is a set of downloadable/printable graphics<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flibraryo…> on the Michigan Notable Books site that can be used for promoting author events and the books. These graphics include: * Social media files * Posters * Bookmarks * Logo files Direct questions about the Michigan Notable Books program to Librarian(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:Librarian@Michigan.gov> or 517-335-1477. [2026 Michigan Notable Books Author Tour John Counts Evelyn Sterne] Top photos: John Counts at Pere Marquette District Library; Bottom Photo: Evelyn Stern at Cass District Library - Edwardsburg Branch. ________________________________ [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. 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HP ink cartridges up for grabs
by Melissa Goins 29 May '26

29 May '26

Good afternoon, Michigan libraries, I have a new box of 4 HP ink cartridges. The box is open, so it cannot be returned. If you can use HP 932XL (black) and 933 (cyan, yellow, and magenta), please send along your RIDES code. I'll forward the box along to you. Happy Friday! ~Melissa Melissa Goins, MLIS Library Director Secretary, Kiwanis Club of Mt. Clemens *Connect with me on LinkedIn <http://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-goins-ab5893a5>* ------------------------------ [image: Logo] <https://htlibrary.org> Harrison Township Public Library (586) 329-1261 mgoins(a)htlibrary.org htlibrary.org <http://www.htlibrary.org> [image: Facebook icon] <https://facebook.com/htlibrary> [image: Twitter icon] <https://twitter.com/HarrisonTwpLib> [image: Youtube icon] <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiIwmWx3ujEkrzcVOJsxjXw> [image: LinkedIn icon] <https://www.linkedin.com/company/harrison-township-public-library/> [image: Instagram icon] <https://www.instagram.com/htplibrary/> 38255 L’Anse Creuse, Suite A • Harrison Township, MI 48045

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Circulating Yoto Players?
by Autumn Smith 29 May '26

29 May '26

Happy Friday, Library Land! We are considering circulating yoto players with cards as well as maintaining a small catalog of cards that could be checked out independently for those who already own the players. Any other libraries out there circulating yoto player kits? What are you packaging them in for checkout and storage on the shelves? If you could also share any tips or tricks as well as any issues that have arisen, we would greatly appreciate it! Thanks for any and all info! Autumn Smith Assistant Director The Schultz-Holmes District Library 407 South Lane Street Blissfield, MI 49228 517-486-2858 517-486-3565 (fax) http://www.blissfieldlibrary.org/

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 29 May '26

29 May '26

Fired up and ready to go for 2026 Summer Reading! Seeing so many great kick-off events and sending you all positive vibes for a summer of fun and literacy. ~ Cathy Ready to Read Michigan Presents... Practical Puppetry for Powerful Programs with Katie George! Save the Date(s): There will be two (2) full-day workshops. One on Monday, September 14th and the other on Tuesday, September 15th. Locations will be announced when registration opens in June. Katie George has been working in public libraries for over 20 years. She is currently the Professional Development Instructor at Howard County Library System in suburban Maryland, but she began her library career in the children’s department. Katie has incorporated puppetry into library programs and events for children, teens, and adults. Before moving to library land, Katie performed with puppets at Walt Disney World and constructed puppets at VEE Corporation in Minneapolis. For two years she was the Resident Puppet Builder at the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta. Katie earned her MA from the University of Connecticut's Puppet Arts Program and her MLS from the University of Maryland's College of Library and Information Studies. Katie has presented puppetry workshops for the Puppeteers of America, the Maryland Library Association, the American Library Association, and in other venues. Space for these workshops will be limited, so save the dates now and look for a message from me when registration opens! Unearth A StoryTM Updates Promotional Shorts Reminder, there is no official PSA this year. We're already looking at having some animations of Laurie Conley's work created for next year so video shorts will be easier, as well as looking at a longer form video that includes those animations. Meantime, the following Canva short MP4 (video) templates were added to the manual last week for marketing on social media. These are in horizontal format: * 2026 Summer Trailer Style Mobile Video Ad (:36)<https://canva.link/webgdueir9d3vd1> (Edit)<https://programs.cslpreads.org/wp-admin/post.php?action=edit&post=3174> - 2026 Summer Trailer Style Mobile Video Ad (:36) * Happy Summer Reading Short Video Kids (:19)<https://canva.link/gvw26aez4gsscrz> (Edit)<https://programs.cslpreads.org/wp-admin/post.php?action=edit&post=3175> - Happy Summer Reading Short Video Kids (:19) * How to Unearth a Story Summer Reading Reel (:33)<https://canva.link/sc8sydtzeiumb4j> (Edit)<https://programs.cslpreads.org/wp-admin/post.php?action=edit&post=3179> - How to Unearth a Story Summer Reading Reel (:33) * Unearth a Story 2026 Coming Soon! Mobile (:22)<https://canva.link/yi4y8mpljdy06mf> (Edit)<https://programs.cslpreads.org/wp-admin/post.php?action=edit&post=3176> - Unearth a Story 2026 Coming Soon! Mobile (:22) How to Channel Your Inner Archaeologist this Summer: a webinar for librarians! 📺 If you missed the live webinar, you can watch it on the AIA’s YouTube channel: ArchaeologyTV<https://youtu.be/CSxLzU4exR0?si=YNkmERKbM5HxsAoF>. To join in the fun of the mid-webinar quiz—YouTube has a pretty well hidden “take quiz” button—if you can find it below the video, you can play along! 🍯 Here at the Archaeological Institute of America (AIA), we are so excited about the Unearth a StoryTM theme and the opportunity this gives the public to learn more about the human story through archaeology. With many libraries already subscribing to AIA’s popular magazine ARCHAEOLOGY, we’re thrilled to be growing our relationship with libraries this year through Summer Reading. 📋 Chapter 5 of your Collaborative Summer Library Program manual has some great archaeology resources, and we’re also actively compiling and sharing more resources on AIA’s CSLP Summer Reading Resources page. Check it out, send us feedback, and check back throughout the summer for more informational resources, passive activity ideas, hands on activities, and more! 🗺️ We especially encourage you to look into and direct your library patrons to local archaeology resources—archaeology is all around us! See the “Explore Local Archaeology” heading on our resource page for tips. 📨 Please be touch with feedback, questions, and ideas. We’d love to hear from you! 🙌 Cheers to a fun summer of reading, exploring, crafting, and engaging with your library patrons! Best wishes, Meredith Langlitz, Director of Programs, Archaeological Institute of America CSLP Vendor & Artwork Survey The CSLP Vendor and Artwork committees are currently accepting feedback for the 2028 theme/slogan. The theme is Mythical Creatures, and the slogan is Libraries Are Legendary. As we start work on creating artwork/selecting products for 2028, we are asking member libraries for feedback. This survey is open through June 7th, and we'd love for anyone in your library who has anything to do with summer to give their opinion! That includes youth and adult library staff, marketing folks, purchasing decision-makers, etc. etc. Any and all feedback is welcome! Fill out the survey <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/18Wws7HVHlW__aZmZZvZFScSNlM9Y-I5n2F9sEkJcXF…> here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/18Wws7HVHlW__aZmZZvZFScSNlM9Y-I5n2F9sEkJcXF… #DigThis Photo Challenge Archaeological Institute of America is also offering a photo contest: #DigThis<https://www.archaeological.org/digthis-photo-challenge/>! Check it out and feel free to share the challenge's Bingo card<https://www.archaeological.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/digthis-bingo-she…> <https://www.archaeological.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/digthis-bingo-she…> with families. Resources ALA Webinar: Turn Your Library Into a Dyslexic Positive Literacy Hub and Help Kids Learn to Read June 3rd, 2:00 pm EDT Details and registration: https://elearning.ala.org/local/catalog/view/product.php?productid=1719&_zs… University of Wisconsin-Madison Free Summer Webinar Series<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/alumni-webinar-series/> The UW-Madison Information School’s annual free webinar series is returning this summer! One-hour webinars (Mastering Job Interviews, Canva for Public Libraries, and more!) Thursdays (July 9, 16, 23, and 30) will take place from 1 to 2 pm EDT and will be recorded. Sign up for one or all four: Registration is now open.<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/alumni-webinar-series/> Amplify: K-5 Summer Learning Kit A free K–5 summer learning kit<https://go.info.amplify.com/fy26_elemlitsolutions_summerk5learningkit_natio…> provides printable activities that help students maintain reading momentum while having fun. Request yours now to get four science-based resources you can use for at-home learning. It's all rooted in the Science of Reading. ALSC 2026 Summer Reading Lists The 2026 Summer Reading Lists<https://www.ala.org/alsc/publications-resources/book-lists/summer-2026?_zs=…> feature book titles and digital media options to keep children engaged in reading and exploring throughout the summer. Four lists are available for birth-preschool and grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8. The lists are free to download and share! Take a Glimpse of the START Project Statewide Autism Resources & Training (START)<https://www.gvsu.edu/autismcenter/> Mission: To work with schools, community partners, and families to support students with autism to become active, engaged members of their schools and local communities, and successfully move into adulthood as independent individuals with many choices and opportunities. The Statewide Autism Resources and Training (START) Project is housed in the Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Autism Education Center (AEC) and has been funded by the Michigan Department of Education Office of Special Education<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,4615,7-140-6530_6598---,00.html> since 2001. START supports educators to increase local capacity by providing evidence-based training, resources, and coaching support focused on systems-level change. As a statewide collaborative project, START partners with schools, families, and communities to create inclusive environments and experiences to empower autistic and neurodivergent students. In the News... Want to boost early literacy skills? Try singing<https://hechingerreport.org/want-to-boost-early-literacy-skills-try-singing> - The Hechinger Report, 5/14/26 Maine Has a New Way to Prepare Teens for Jobs. Other States Are Noticing<https://www.the74million.org/article/maine-has-a-new-way-to-prepare-teens-f…> - The 74, 5/15/26 Practical Strategies for Helping Youth Develop Empathy<https://publiclibrariesonline.org/2026/05/practical-strategies-for-helping-…> - Public Libraries Online, 5/6/26 Designing a System-Wide Scavenger Hunt<https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2026/05/designing-a-system-wide-scavenger-hun…> - ALSC Blog, 5/3/26 A City That Plays Together: What It Takes to Run a 17,000-Player Library Game<https://programminglibrarian.org/articles/city-plays-together-what-it-takes…> - Programming Librarian, May 2026 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. [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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Cataloging policy for shared ILS
by Ellen Moore 29 May '26

29 May '26

Hello, The Upper Peninsula Region of Library Cooperation (UPRLC- sister organization to Superiorland Library Cooperative) is in the process of updating their cataloging policy. If you oversee an ILS for a consortium or large district library (10 or more libraries), would you be willing to share your experience? We are interested in the following: * Your institution’s cataloging policy or other documents you use to maintain quality control within the cataloging workflow * How many libraries are in your group? * What ILS do you use? * How do you determine who adds, who edits, who imports, and who creates records? * Any other words of wisdom you care to bestow (especially in terms of quality control)! Please respond off list. (I'll compile if others express an interest.) Thank you for sharing your experience! Ellen Ellen Moore-Sarjeant, M.L.S., M.F.A. Superiorland Library Cooperative Marquette, MI 49855 906-228-7697 ext.4 [cid:a735bc5a-d2c4-42d7-a6d6-1041f90d0b87]

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Book Club Books
by Elizabeth Campion 28 May '26

28 May '26

We have the following books available to give away. Please express your interest and share your RIDES code and they will be sent your way. The Art of Fielding by Chad Harbaugh (7 copies) One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia Marquez (6 copies) A Terrible Country by Keith Gessen (8 copies) The Friend by Sigrid Nunez (10 copies) Regards, Elizabeth Elizabeth Campion, Adult Librarian Shelby Township Library 52610 Van Dyke Ave. Shelby Township, MI 48316

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📣 Exciting News: The Book & Author Society Grants Are Back!
by Kelly Bennett 28 May '26

28 May '26

Dear Michigan Library Community, For the first time since before 2020, the Book & Author Society is thrilled to announce the return of our grant program! Thanks to the incredible, ongoing support of our literary community through event ticket sales and generous donations, we are proud to introduce the brand-new Book & Author Society Collection Grant . What is the Collection Grant? The Book & Author Society will fund one $1,000 project annually to a public library in Michigan. This grant provides seed money for the creation or enhancement of a physical or digital circulating collection. The proposed project should fill a specific need, encourage patron use of your collections, and be thoughtfully curated for patrons of a variety of demographic backgrounds. Because only one grant will be awarded per year, we expect a highly competitive group of applicants and look forward to reading your innovative ideas! How to Apply: Applications will open on June 1, 2026, and will be collected via an online form. To give you a head start, here is exactly what you will need to prepare for your submission: * Project Proposal / Narrative (500 words max): A detailed description of the project's goals and objectives, and a discussion of the impact this collection will have on your community. * Demonstrated Financial Need (500 words max): A short description of how this grant will help fund a project that your library would not be able to pursue otherwise. * Detailed Budget (500 words max): An itemized list of materials/supplies and their intended use. (Please note: Grant funds cannot be used for staffing costs). * Supporting Documentation (Optional): You may upload files such as photos of your library space or sample titles to help the committee visualize your project. Note: The winning library will be required to report on the grant's impact by providing a short video or written paragraph for future promotional use. Important Dates to Remember: * June 1, 2026: The online application officially opens! * July 13, 2026: Application window closes. * August 3, 2026: The awardee will be contacted. * September 14, 2026: The grant will be officially presented at our upcoming Book & Author Event featuring Marjan Kamali! What's Next? Keep an eye on your inbox! We will be sending out the official application link on June 1st. We are so grateful to everyone who has attended our luncheons, purchased books, and donated to the Society. It is because of you that we can resume our mission of giving back to the libraries that do so much for our communities. Warmly, The Book & Author Society Grants Committee www.bookandauthor.org Kelly Bennett (she/her/hers) Contract Services Coordinator The Library Network kbennett(a)tln.org (248) 536-3100 ext.147

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Motor City Pride with TLN
by DJ Bond 28 May '26

28 May '26

[ https://tln.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2055594&group= ] Hey Michlib-L! It's almost June which means Pride Month is almost here! Come join us as we walk in Motor City Pride for our 4th year as we celebrate the LGBTQIA+ Community on June 7. We've seen that books and materials relating to the LGBTQIA+ Community have continued to face challenges as laws across the nation take aim at the genders and sexual orientations represented within the community. We'd like to give you the opportunity to walk with us along with your partners, spouses, children, friends, coworkers and whoever else wants to walk! People who join us will get a free t-shirt and a free ticket into the festival afterwards. [ https://tln.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2055594&group= | Sign up today! ] DJ Bond Communications and Member Engagement Manager The Library Network (248) 536-3100 x116 dbond(a)tln.org TLN.org (he/him)

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