June 2026 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Holiday Closures
by JC Wheeler Public Library 25 Jun '26

25 Jun '26

Hi everyone! If you have the time and energy, I would appreciate if you could let me know what federal holidays your library is closed on. Our library is closed for some federal holidays, but not all, and it seems to bring some confusion to staff and patrons. I would like to go over these days with the library board but would like to hear what other libraries are closed for first. Thanks in advance! Abbie LaFountaine JC Wheeler Library PO Box 226 1576 S. Main Martin, MI 49070 269-672-7875 “This week I've been reading a lot and doing little work. That's the way things ought to be. That's surely the road to success.” ― Anne Frank, The Diary of a Young Girl<https://www.goodreads.com/work/quotes/3532896>

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Vinyl Record Collections
by Zach Komorowski 25 Jun '26

25 Jun '26

Hi all, I'm looking for some info about vinyl record collections in public libraries. If your library offers such a collection, please reply off-list and I will compile the responses for any who are interested. Collection - How long have you offered a vinyl collection? - What was the initial size of your collection? Any other considerations or things you'd do differently when launching the collection? - Do you only purchase new records or do you include used vinyl in your collections? - What distributor(s) do you purchase from? - Do you encase the records in anything beyond their outer sleeves? - What is the current size of your collection? Is it growing? - Do you stick to 12 in. or offer smaller discs as well? - Any unique considerations beyond managing, say, a CD music collection? - What cleaning procedures do you employ? - Do you have money earmarked for the vinyl collection or do you draw from the budget for AV materials? - Do you loan record players? Circulation - What are the checkout lengths and limits? - How are the records treated by patrons? Issues of abnormal theft/damage? - Are your records available for ILL? - Overall does your vinyl collection have healthy circulation stats? Thank you much, I appreciate your time and help! Zach Komorowski Reference Department Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library 500 Center Ave. Bay City, MI 48708 (989) 893-9566 ext. 2200 he/him/his

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TonieBoxes--Excuse the Cross-posting!
by Taylor Comeau 25 Jun '26

25 Jun '26

Happy Summer Reading! I hope it has gone smoothly for everyone! My library just bought TonieBox 1's and the characters for circulation. If you have Tonies, what are your library's circulation parameters for them? Do you circulate the boxes and characters separately? How many can each family check out at a time and for how long? Also, if your library includes instructions with the TonieBoxes, can you share them along as well? We are looking to include instructions with ours and I am not looking to reinvent the wheel! Thank you all so much! Taylor -- *Taylor Comeau* *Children's Librarian* *Walled Lake City Library* *1499 E. West Maple Rd. * *Walled Lake, MI 48390* *www.walledlakelibrary.org <http://www.walledlakelibrary.org>*

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⏰ Reminder: The Book & Author Society Collection Grant Window is Open!
by Kelly Bennett 25 Jun '26

25 Jun '26

Just a quick heads-up for our Michigan public library community—the application window for the Book & Author Society Collection Grant is officially open, but the clock is ticking! As a reminder, the Society is funding one $1,000 project to provide seed money for creating or enhancing a physical or digital circulating collection. We’re on the lookout for thoughtfully curated projects that fill a specific need, encourage patron use, and serve diverse demographic backgrounds. 📝 Ready to Apply? You can submit your proposal directly through our online portal: 👉 [ https://form.jotform.com/260634911514049 | Apply for the Collection Grant Here ] (Placeholder link) Before you dive in, make sure you have the following ready to go: * Project Proposal / Narrative (Max 500 words): Your goals, objectives, and community impact. * Demonstrated Financial Need (Max 500 words): Why this grant is crucial for making your project happen. * Detailed Budget (Max 500 words): An itemized list of materials/supplies. (Reminder: Grant funds cannot be used for staffing costs). * Supporting Documentation (Optional): Photos of your space or sample titles to help us visualize your vision. 📅 Key Dates to Keep on Your Radar Because only one grant will be awarded this year, competition will be tight! Don't miss these upcoming deadlines: * 📅 July 13, 2026: Application window closes. * 📅 August 3, 2026: Awardee will be contacted. * 📅 September 14, 2026: The grant will be officially presented at our Book & Author Event featuring Marjan Kamali ! Got an innovative collection idea? Don't wait until the final rush. We can't wait to read your proposals and see how you plan to transform your community's library experience! Warmly, The Book & Author Society Grants Committee [ http://www.bookandauthor.org/ | 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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Preserving Michigan Voices: An Oral History Workshop registration is now open!
by Gallo, Biz (MDE) 25 Jun '26

25 Jun '26

Register today for one of three full day workshop opportunities around the state presented by the Library of Michigan and Michigan Oral History Association<https://michiganoha.org/>! We encourage library staff, local history practitioners, archivists, museum professionals, and community partners to attend. Preserving Michigan Voices: An Oral History Workshop Interested in documenting and preserving community stories? This workshop will provide participants with the knowledge, tools, and resources needed to plan and conduct a successful oral history project. Whether you are representing a library, historical society, museum, archive, community organization, or simply have an interest in collecting personal narratives, this workshop will guide you through the entire oral history process. Participants will explore the foundational steps of developing an oral history project, including defining goals, identifying interviewees, and creating a project plan. The workshop will introduce affordable and effective recording equipment and discuss best practices for capturing high-quality audio and video interviews. Attendees will review essential forms and documentation, including consent and release forms, and learn how to develop thoughtful interview questions that encourage meaningful storytelling. The session will also address legal and ethical considerations related to oral history projects, including copyright, privacy, permissions, and the responsibilities of interviewers and organizations. Finally, participants will learn what happens after the interview, including file management, preservation, transcription, metadata creation, access considerations, and sharing oral histories with the public. Participants will learn to: * Develop a plan for launching and managing an oral history project. * Select appropriate equipment and documentation practices for conducting oral history interviews. * Apply legal, ethical, and preservation best practices to ensure long-term access to oral history collections. Registration Details: Each in-person workshop runs from 10:00 - 4:00 pm ET, with lunch provided. All workshop participants receive a one-year individual membership to MOHA, which includes MOHA's Guide to Oral History Booklet and quarterly newsletters. Space is limited and there is a $35.00 fee to attend, payment for workshops is due one week before event date. * Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the Detroit Historical Museum<https://www.detroithistorical.org/visit/detroit-historical-museum>, register here: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even… * Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at the Traverse Area District Library<https://www.tadl.org/>, register here: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even… * Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at the Peter White Public Library<https://pwpl.info/>, register here: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even… Instructors: * Brittany Bayless-Fremion, Central Michigan University * Jim Cameron, President, Michigan Oral History Association * Matt Jones, Eastern Michigan University * Zach Lanciani, Northern Michigan University * Dr. Jennifer Vanette, Castle Museum * Billy Wall-Winkel, Detroit Historical Museum This program is made possible by the Library of Michigan and supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Biz Gallo Interim Library Development Manager Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48915 GalloB(a)michigan.gov<mailto:GalloB@michigan.gov> | mi.gov/LMdigitization<http://mi.gov/LMdigitization> | 517-335-1402 she/her/hers [cid:2d6acf69-ea1b-4ace-b3f7-762f46156373] Nourishing Michigan’s Future during the summer! Find a Summer Food Service Program site nearest you and encourage Michigan’s children to Meet Up and Eat Up! Michigan.gov/MeetUpEatUp<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup>. [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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Update on Upcoming Programs at the Dearborn Library
by Daniel Lodge 24 Jun '26

24 Jun '26

Everyone - We've got some great programs coming up here at the Dearborn Library: - Michigan Notable Book Author Rob Miller will be here in-person with musician Matthew Smith on Tuesday, July 7th at 6:30pm to talk about his new book about the independent music scene entitled *The Hours Are Long But The Pay Is Low: A Curious Life in Independent Music.* - Just Zoom links are available for Henry Ford Museum Curator Heather Bruegl's in- person talk on the Freedom Plane Tour (which will be stopping at the Museum during the month of July) on Thursday, July 9th at 6:30pm; all the seats in our Auditorium are taken. - Sportswriter Tom Gage and former Detroit Tiger Alex Avila will be here in-person on Saturday, July 11th at 1:00pm to talk about their new book *Your Detroit Tigers: The Great, The Good, The Top 400.* Copies of the book will be available for purchase (and they would be happy to sign them!). - Bestselling Historian Professor H.W. Brands will be joining us virtually on Thursday, July, 16th at 6:30pm, as part of our America at 250 Program Series, to talk about his great new biography of George Washington entitled *American Patriarch: The Life of George Washington.* You can register for either an in-person spot or a Zoom link for any or all of these programs on our Library Website dearbornlibrary.org. Let me know if you have any questions! Dan Lodge Library Supervisor Dearborn Public Library Dearborn, MI

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Troy Public Library Job Posting - Youth Services Sub Librarian
by Keegan M Sulecki 24 Jun '26

24 Jun '26

Due to some one of our fantastic subs moving on to full-time work, Troy Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic Substitute Librarian for our Youth Services Department with evening and weekend availability. Under the direction of the Head of Youth Services, this librarian will work in a team environment to provide a positive experience at our information desk for children 0-13 years of age and their families. For full details and to apply, please visit the City of Troy Job page at: https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6122604.careers?CareersSearch=&lang=en-US Warmly, Keegan [cid:image001.png@01DD03F0.083B20B0] Keegan Sulecki Head of Youth Services Troy Public Library 248.524.3543 troypl.org<https://troypl.org/>

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MCLS Virtual Dialogue – Join Us!
by Laura Warren-Gross 24 Jun '26

24 Jun '26

Good Afternoon! The Midwest Collaborative for Library Services will hold a Virtual Dialogue on Thursday, July 16, from 10:30 a.m. to noon Eastern (9:30-11 a.m. Central). Recent studies suggest that loneliness and social isolation are on the rise. We will discuss how libraries can work within their communities to build social infrastructure and combat this trend. MCLS Virtual Dialogues are designed to provide those in the library industry opportunities to connect and engage 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. Registration is open at www.mcls.org :: Virtual Dialogues 2026<https://www.mcls.org/training-events/events/virtual-dialogues/>. If you have any questions, please reach out to engagement(a)mcls.org<mailto:engagement@mcls.org>. We look forward to connecting with you! Laura Warren-Gross Engagement Strategist 517-481-2022 warrengrossl(a)mcls.org [cid:image001.png@01DD03EF.0AA73420] 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/mclsorg>

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Program recommendation
by Rochelle Collins 24 Jun '26

24 Jun '26

We had George Robson talking about the Bath Schoolhouse Massacre last night. I would highly recommend him, everyone was very complimentary, lots of questions, and for such a heavy subject there were quite a few laughs too. His email is robsong(a)charter.net 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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Seeking Referrals/ Recommendations for a 60's Music Cover Band
by Lisa Slavicek 24 Jun '26

24 Jun '26

Good morning! The St. Joseph/ Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library will be celebrating it's 60th Anniversary this September with a 60's themed block party event. If you've had great musicians play at your library, specializing in 60's cover music, we are eagerly requesting any referrals & recommendations for bands. Any names/ contact information you could pass our way would be greatly appreciated, when you have the time! Wishing you all a great day, Lisa Slavicek (she/her)<https://pronouns.org/what-and-why> Library Marketing, Outreach, & Volunteer Coordinator St. Joseph/ Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library (269)-983-7167 Currently Reading w/the kids: "Tales from Shakespeare," by Charles & Mary Lamb, and "Nature Poems for Every Night of the Year," edited by Jane McMorland Hunter [1779817871608][1779817880729]

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