June 2026 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Free Jewish Study Books
by Laura Orlowski 19 Jun '26

19 Jun '26

We were given a very large donation of Jewish study books. I have attached a word document with a list of all the titles, and a link to a google drive that shows the pictures. If your library or another organization in your area can use any of these books, please let me know. I will make arrangements for getting these books out. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fCOp99g6Cz2oUnrut45DOOjDdnuuGGn_?us… Thank you, -Laura Orlowski, Library Director Jonesville District Library 517-849-9701 info(a)jonesvilledistrictlibrary.org

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[Job Posting] Technical Services Clerk
by Michael McEvoy 19 Jun '26

19 Jun '26

To Apply, please visit: https://northvillelibrary.bamboohr.com/careers/36?source=aWQ9MTg%3D Technical Services Clerk Technical Services - Northville, Michigan ------------------------------ The Northville District Library is seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and customer service-minded candidate to join our Technical Services Department. Position Overview: - Hours: Part-time (20 hours per week). - Classification: Union position. - Compensation: $16.94 – $20.89 per hour (based on experience). 🌟 Perks & Benefits: - Time Off: Paid vacation, annual sick leave allowance, personal business time, and 9 paid official holidays. - Professional Growth: Annual Staff Development Day (a fun, official non-working day dedicated to team learning). - Health & Wellness: Short- and Long-Term Disability for part-time employees, option to sign up for AFLAC - Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available for you and your family. - The People: Work alongside a supportive team, dedicated enthusiasts who genuinely love helping others and always have each other's backs. Essential Duties: Cataloging & Database Management (Core Tech Duties) - Performs copy cataloging for print and non-print library materials using MARC format, Library of Congress subject headings, Dewey Decimal classification system and other industry standards. - Add items records to bibliographic holdings in the Library’s online Koha catalog. - Performs data entry and assists with database maintenance. Materials Processing & Collection Support - Prepares Gift Books for collection circulation. - Creates book club kits. - Assists with the physical processing of library materials as needed. Administrative & Departmental Support - Monitors departmental supplies. - Works on special departmental projects. - Performs related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: Education & Core Competencies - High school diploma - Demonstrate attention to detail. - Knowledge and proficiency in working with MS Office. Interpersonal Skills & Community Focus - Strong public service orientation. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Demonstrated capacity for empathy, active listening, and maintaining positive, supportive relationships within a diverse workplace and community. Work Ethic & Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the work environment. - Experience working both independently and as part of a team. - Ability to learn quickly and accurately and follow instructions. - Proactive learner with the professional maturity to seek guidance and clarification when needed. - Demonstrated capability to prioritize competing tasks and manage daily schedules effectively to meet operational goals. Physical Demands - Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time and the ability to bend, reach, stoop, or crouch. - Ability to push carts of library books and other materials weighing up to thirty pounds. Preferred Qualifications: - Previous copy cataloging and library work experience. - Some college coursework. - Current Library Science students are highly encouraged to apply. Deadline for application: July 3, 2026 To Apply, please visit: https://northvillelibrary.bamboohr.com/careers/36?source=aWQ9MTg%3D

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Michigan Notable Author Talk-Benzonia Public Library June 25
by Amanda McLaren 19 Jun '26

19 Jun '26

Benzonia Public Library is excited to welcome Tim Mulherin as part of the 2026 MI Notable Books Author Tour. Tim will be joining us to talk about his award-winning book, This Magnetic North: Candid Conversations on a Changing Northern Michigan. The book explores a phenomenon around Michigan's Great Lakes and other high-demand scenic locations across the country: natural landscapes are undergoing profound human and climatological change as people pick up their lives and move to bucolic locations. The author talk will take place Thursday, June 25th, 6pm at Benzonia Public Library. The book was selected as a 2026 Michigan Notable Book by the Library of Michigan, which sponsors the statewide Michigan Notable Books Author Tour. It is also sponsored in part by the Library of Michigan Foundation and Michigan Humanities. Thanks to these sponsors for making this author talk possible. Light refreshments will be provided. Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event. No pre-registration required for this free event. *We hope to see you in Benzonia!* Amanda McLaren Director Benzonia Public Library

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Vicksburg District Library Job Opening – Weekend Circulation Clerk
by John MacLellan 19 Jun '26

19 Jun '26

The Vicksburg District Library (in Vicksburg, Michigan) is hiring a weekend Circulation Clerk. Circulation Clerks serve patrons and complete circulation tasks. This is a part-time position focused on weekends: one Saturday each month and every other Sunday between Labor Day and Memorial Day. Former or current library workers looking for extra part-time work are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. This position will remain open until the library hires a suitable candidate. Applicants are encouraged to apply soon. You can find a job description and application form in person at the library’s Circulation desk or on the Vicksburg District Library’s website, which you're welcome to submit to my email address: http://www.vicksburglibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Weekend-Circulat… Best, John MacLellan -- John MacLellan, MLISCirculation and Reference LibrarianVicksburg District Libraryjmaclellan(a)vicksburglibrary.org(269) 649-1648

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Take Action to Support Literacy through Strong School Libraries!
by Alexa Lee 19 Jun '26

19 Jun '26

Hello fellow library advocates! Literacy is a top priority in Michigan! The proposed 2026 Senate PreK-12 School Aid Budget includes funding for school libraries (Section 35e and Section 27b) to support this priority. The House proposed budget does *not* include these items. Key Michigan budget decision makers are meeting now to negotiate the final budget.Thus, we are asking all school library supporters to take action NOW to urge decision makers to include these essential school library budget items in the final School Aid Budget. Your action will help support the goal toward improved literacy through access to quality school libraries for all students in Michigan.Please click on the link <https://app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-page?cid=CM6raGWhtgMXGwuHtPIS9> below to take action by sending an email to key Michigan House legislators currently making decisions about education funding. https://app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-page?cid=CM6raGWhtgMXGwuHtPIS9 <https://app.oneclickpolitics.com/campaign-page?cid=CM6raGWhtgMXGwuHtPIS9> Thank you! Alexa Hirsch Lalejini Advocacy Co-Chair Local Authors Chair Michigan Association of School Librarians ahirsch(a)mimasl.org Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

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Youth Employment Q&A with LEO
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 18 Jun '26

18 Jun '26

Join Our Wage and Hour Division Online: Youth Employment Live Q&A [2026 Youth Employment Webinar Promo]<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fteams.microsoft.com%2Fdl%2F…> Join Michigan's Wage and Hour Division together with the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division for a live webinar where they'll share important youth employment information and answer questions for young job seekers, schools, parents and employers. June 23, 2 - 3 p.m. Join us on Microsoft Teams<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fteams.microsoft.com%2Fdl%2F…> Learn more and sign up for email updates from our Labor Division<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fleo%2Fbu…>. Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. "the State may not, consistently with the spirit of the First Amendment, contract the spectrum of available knowledge." Griswold v. Connecticut, 381 U.S. 479, 482 (1965). [Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan] [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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Free Cash Register
by Anna Merritt 18 Jun '26

18 Jun '26

Hello All, We have a FREE cash register available. It works just fine, we've just upgraded. It comes with extra receipt tape and ink. We cannot ship this through RIDES, so pickup is required. Alternatively, we can arrange delivery if you live within 20 miles of the Kalamazoo area. -- *Anna Merritt* *Assistant Director/Interloan/Adult Programming* *Richland Community Library* 8951 Park Street l Richland MI 49083 richlandlibrary.org l zv283

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free online astronomy program: Carl Sagan and the Popularization of Astronomy
by Jennifer Dye 18 Jun '26

18 Jun '26

Local astronomer Ken Bertin joins us again to profile Carl Sagan and his influence on popular perceptions of astronomy. Tuesday, June 23 6:00-7:30 p.m. Please register: https://dpl-carl-sagan.eventbrite.com The program will be recorded, and should be available on the Detroit Public Library YouTube channel within a few weeks. We now have a virtual channel just for the astronomy programs: https://bit.ly/DPLAstronomy Jennifer Jennifer Dye Cataloger Detroit Public Library Main Branch 5201 Woodward Ave Detroit, MI 48202 313-481-1392

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Library Law Office Hours TODAY!
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 18 Jun '26

18 Jun '26

Hello! Are you a Michigan library director, board member, or friends group member? Have you ever faced questions involving the law and how it relates to Michigan libraries? Questions like: If a Friends group member volunteered to dress in an inflatable T-Rex costume and hand out goodies to participants during the library's Summer Reading Kickoff, and during the outdoor event, it starts to rain, and before the event can be moved inside, the volunteer T-Rex comes in contact with a metal tent pole at exactly the same time lightning strikes the tent, and the volunteer is rendered unconscious for a few moments, but emerges unscathed from the experience, is the incident covered by workers compensation, or would the fact that the incident was the result of an "act of God" exempt the imposition of workers compensation? Would the volunteer be eligible for Workers Compensation? Could the library claim the cost of the tent and the interrupted event under their insurance, or is that also precluded under an "act of God" exemption? If so, please join me TOMORROW, Thursday June 18 @ 3:00pm for the Library Law Office Hours! You can register at Once you register, a Zoom link will be e-mailed to you. Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. "the State may not, consistently with the spirit of the First Amendment, contract the spectrum of available knowledge." Griswold v. Connecticut, 381 U.S. 479, 482 (1965). [Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan] [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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New Opportunity: Executive Director search - Baltimore County Public Library (MD)
by Beth Barker 17 Jun '26

17 Jun '26

Executive Director - Baltimore County Public Library (MD) The Baltimore County Public Library Board of Library Trustees seeks a strategic, collaborative, and community-centered leader to serve as the next Executive Director. Serving more than 830,000 residents through 19 branches, four bookmobiles, and a virtual branch, BCPL is one of Maryland's major public library systems and a vital civic, educational, and cultural resource for communities throughout Baltimore County. Guided by its mission to provide opportunities to explore, learn, create, and connect, BCPL offers welcoming public spaces, strong collections, mobile and digital services, technology access, lifelong learning opportunities, and partnerships that strengthen community life. Reporting to the Board of Library Trustees, the Executive Director provides systemwide leadership for BCPL's strategy, operations, finances, staff, partnerships, and public service priorities. The next Executive Director will have an important opportunity to strengthen connection, communication, and shared direction across BCPL while supporting a workplace culture where staff feel informed, valued, and equipped to serve the community well. Working in partnership with the board, leadership team, staff, County partners, and community stakeholders, the director will help align resources, facilities, services, and priorities to meet evolving community needs. Baltimore County (MD) offers a distinctive mix of vibrant communities, historic main streets, waterfront recreation, rural landscapes, and easy access to the cultural and educational opportunities of the greater Baltimore-Washington region. The county combines convenience with a wide range of quality-of-life amenities, including parks, trails, Chesapeake Bay tributaries, local restaurants, festivals, arts and music venues, and outdoor recreation throughout the year. With two international airports as well as two large cities in close proximity, Baltimore County residents have access to a diverse metropolitan region that includes history, world-class entertainment, and experiences that can only be found in the county. Minimum requirements include a master's degree in library science from an accredited-ALA program; at least five years of experience as a professional librarian, including at least two years of experience in an administrative or supervisory capacity; and the ability to obtain and maintain licensure as a Professional Public Library Director in the State of Maryland. Residency within the Baltimore County Public Library service area is required within six months of hiring date. Preferred qualifications include experience leading a multi-branch public library system or comparably complex public service organization; experience working with a governing board; experience developing, managing, presenting, or advocating for operating and/or capital budgets; experience working with elected officials, county or municipal government, community partners, donors, foundations, or other external stakeholders; experience in a unionized environment; and a record of advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, intellectual freedom, and community-responsive service. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $225,000 - $245,000, with placement negotiable depending on experience and qualifications. An excellent fringe benefits package is included. Interested candidates should submit their resume through the application portal<https://bradburymiller.com/open-positions/> (https://bradburymiller.com/open-positions/) by selecting the position and then the "Apply" button. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<https://bradburymiller.com/contact/> (https://bradburymiller.com/contact/) This position closes on Sunday, July 26. Visit our website<https://bradburymiller.com/open-positions/> (https://bradburymiller.com/open-positions/) 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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