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NEW: State Librarian search - Colorado State Library
by Beth Barker 31 Jul '26

31 Jul '26

State Librarian - Colorado State Library (CO) Colorado seeks an experienced, collaborative, and forward-looking library leader to serve as State Librarian, guiding statewide library development, resource sharing, accessible library services, institutional library support, state publications, grants, research, and partnerships that strengthen library service for communities across the state. The State Librarian leads the Colorado State Library, a unit of the Colorado Department of Education, and oversees approximately 40 employees and an annual budget of approximately $10 million in state, federal, and other funds. The Colorado State Library (CSL) supports libraries and library-related services across Colorado through statewide leadership, consultation, professional development, resource sharing, and programs that expand access to information and learning. Guided by strategic priorities focused on learning for all, resource sharing, professional development for library staff, and services to underserved populations, CSL works in collaboration with library staff in all 64 counties to support equitable service for Coloradans. The next State Librarian will join CSL at a time of opportunity, with responsibility for sustaining essential statewide services, strengthening partnerships across Colorado's library ecosystem, stewarding state and federal resources, and supporting libraries in their response to changing community, educational, technological, and access needs. Recent CSL impact includes: * Distributing more than $2.9 million in State Grants to Libraries funding to support collections and technology; * Funding and supporting the SWIFT resource sharing platform used by 123 small, rural, and institutional libraries to borrow and lend over 110,000 items annually; * Reaching 97% of all types of libraries through grants, and supporting nearly 40 state-run institutional libraries; * Offering more than 9.0+ million pages through the Colorado Historic Newspapers Collection; * Providing access to 54,144 titles and 184,781 items in the State Publications Collection; * and circulating more than 765,000 items through the Colorado Talking Book Library. Colorado offers a dynamic and varied statewide service landscape, from growing Front Range communities to rural, mountain, agricultural, Tribal, and plains communities with distinct needs and strengths. For a library leader committed to access, collaboration, and responsive service, the state offers meaningful opportunities to support libraries that serve as essential educational, cultural, and civic resources across all 64 counties. Responsibilities include providing statewide leadership, support, and vision for libraries and library-related institutions across Colorado; fostering a cooperative and team-based environment for staff; overseeing resource sharing, grants, research, and other statewide services; creating and implementing the Library's budget in cooperation with fiscal leaders; and advising the Commissioner, Chief External Relations Officer, leadership teams, and others on library matters. For a full list of responsibilities, see the links in the job posting on the Bradbury Miller Associate website<https://bradburymiller.com/open-positions/> (https://bradburymiller.com/open-positions/) Qualifications include an ALA-accredited master's degree in library science; seven years of progressively responsible library experience, including five years of administrative experience in a library or library-related organization; the ability to work in Colorado and travel statewide; the ability to successfully pass a background check; and hold a valid driver's license. Experience with fiscal management, strategic planning, budgets, and grants; leading managers or direct reports who supervise others; and administering public-sector, state, and/or federal funding streams is highly preferred. This position may be eligible for hybrid or remote work within Colorado, subject to business needs, supervisor approval, annual agreements, performance expectations, secure work practices, and the ability to report to the CDE work location when requested. The successful candidate must perform work within Colorado, maintain a remote/home office, and travel statewide up to 25%, including some overnight travel; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for national library meetings and conferences. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $135,000 - $175,000, with placement negotiable depending on experience and qualifications. An excellent fringe benefits package is included. Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and online application on the State of Colorado Job Opportunities web site<https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/5407002/colorado-state…>. Applications close Friday, August 28, 2026, 11:59 pm MDT. 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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Last Day to Register for Preserving Michigan Voices: An Oral History Workshop!
by Gallo, Biz (MDE) 30 Jul '26

30 Jul '26

Today is the last day to register for the upcoming Preserving Michigan Voices: An Oral History Workshop in Traverse City on August 5, 2026, so register today for one of the 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, 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. * 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… This program is made possible by the Library of Michigan and supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Biz Gallo Statewide Digitization Initiatives Coordinator 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 [A picture containing logo Description automatically generated] Do you know an outstanding Michigan educator? Nominate them for 2027-28 Michigan Teacher of the Year! The Michigan Teacher of the Year Program is accepting nominations through September 23. Nominate an educator using the online form<https://mde.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3VO6y33yPJYG0t0>. For more information, visit www.Michigan.gov/mtoy.<https://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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Free Label Protectors
by Brenna Wade 30 Jul '26

30 Jul '26

Hello All, I have 2 boxes of Demco non-glare label protectors, 1 ½" h and 2" w, 250/roll, with lines. I will send 1 box to the first 2 libraries that respond with their RIDES code, as I can only send these through RIDES. Best, Brenna Brenna Wade | Public Services Librarian | Hillsdale College, Mossey Library 33 E College St, Hillsdale, MI 49242 | (517) 607-2606 | bwade(a)hillsdale.edu<mailto:bwade@hillsdale.edu>

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St. Joseph Public Library open position: Children & Tween Services Supervisor
by Zackery North 30 Jul '26

30 Jul '26

The Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library in St. Joseph, MI is hiring a Children & Tween Services Supervisor. The Children & Tween Services Supervisor is in charge of the Children’s department of the library. You would oversee departmental collections, staff members and pages, and programs. You can find the job description on our website: https://www.librarybythelake.org/careers/children-tween-services-supervisor Please send resumes and cover letters to Paula Stakley at pstakley(a)sjcity.com. Zack North (He/They), MLIS Assistant Director St. Joseph / Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library 500 Market Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085 Main #: 269-983-7167 Direct #: 269-408-4560 librarybythelake.org<http://librarybythelake.org>

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MeL.com
by Library Director 30 Jul '26

30 Jul '26

Hello, Is anyone else having issues with MeL ordering right now? Even on personal devices it doesn't load after hitting search for something. Best, [sigemail] CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This communication and any attachments may contain confidential and privileged information for the use of the designated recipient named above. If you are not the designated recipient, an employee, or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this communication in error and that any review, disclosure, dissemination, distribution, or copying of it or its contents is strictly prohibited. If you receive this communication in error, please destroy all copies of this communication and any attachments and notify the sender immediately via phone, fax, or electronic mail. Thank you.

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MeLCat search at mel.org - restored
by Jackie Licalzi 30 Jul '26

30 Jul '26

Hi all, MeLCat searching/requesting at mel.org, or search.mel.org, is restored. If you are still unable to access mel.org, please open at ticket at melcathelp(a)mcls.org. You can also use https://elibrary.mel.org (Classic MeLCat) to search and place MeLCat requests. That you for your patience while we work to address this issue. Funding for MeL is provided in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. Thanks - Jackie Jackie Licalzi MeLCat System Administrator 517-481-2000 licalzij(a)mcls.org<mailto:licalzij@mcls.org> [cid:613bf1d8-26ff-4231-91bd-d5c5f05d312e] 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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Seeking insight/input on GR Murder Mystery Company or similar.
by Reilly Brower 29 Jul '26

29 Jul '26

Good afternoon! Looking ahead to next year's Summer Reading theme, I was wondering if anyone has worked with the Grand Rapids Murder Mystery Company and hosted a murder/mystery dinner? If so, any details/pitfalls/suggestions would be appreciated! Thank you! Reilly Brower Director Dorr Township Library 1804 Sunset Dr. Dorr, MI 49323 616-681-9678 mailto:reilly.b@dorrlibrary.org Office hours: Mon and Thur 4 pm to 8 pm Every other Saturday 10 am to 2 pm ~When I get a little money, I buy books. If any is left, I buy food and clothes. ~ Erasmus

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Furniture for Sale
by Katherine Dupuis 29 Jul '26

29 Jul '26

Hello! Bloomfield Township Public Library is selling furniture in advance of a renovation project this fall. Please see the folder linked below for a spreadsheet containing the list of available items, dimensions, and price. There are also images of each item. Prices are negotiable - please reach out with your best offer. Our main goal is for these items to be repurposed, not added to a landfill. Everything is first-come, first-served. Larger items will need to be disassembled to be moved out. All disassembly and moving is the responsibility of the purchaser. All items must be moved out by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 28. Please email me directly at dupuiska(a)btpl.org. I will update the spreadsheet as items are claimed. [https://res.public.onecdn.static.microsoft/assets/fluentui-resources/1.1.0/app-min/assets/item-types/24/folder.png]Furniture Offered to Libraries<https://bloomfieldtwplibrary-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/dupuiska_btpl…> Katherine Dupuis | Assistant Director [cid:646cfa2f-e578-431d-b680-435079a7ea98] 248.642.5800 ext.114 | www.btpl.org<http://www.btpl.org/>

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Presentation recommendation: The Bald Eagle's Comeback in Michigan
by Mick Howey 29 Jul '26

29 Jul '26

Hello Michlib! Last night BPL hosted Dr. Carl Palazzolo and Francie Krawcke for their presentation The Bald Eagle's Comeback in Michigan. Dr. Carl's presentation was informative and entertaining with a slideshow featuring some great photos of the magnificent birds. Francie captivated the house when she introduced a live rescue bald eagle! Both were knowledgeable, lively, and enthusiastic speakers whose passion for bald eagles was evident. The bald eagle majestically perched on Francie's arm while attendees had the opportunity to have their photos taken with her. The presentation drew 102 people with a good mix of children and adults. Carl's fee was $125. Francie's $600. Both will work with libraries in regards to their fees. You can find out more by going to their websites below. Please let me know if you have any questions. Dr, Carl- https://vetwildlifephotos.com/ Francie- https://www.miavianexperience.org/ ----- Mick Howey, MLIS Adult Services Librarian II Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 554-4649 https://www.baldwinlib.org/ Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/72296780?utm_med…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/72296780?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_…>

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Wine at a private library event
by Isabella Rowan 29 Jul '26

29 Jul '26

Hello Hive, I'm planning an opening reception for an exhibit that will be private by invitation only. What do I have to do in order to legally serve wine? Please advise. Thanks, Isabella Rowan, MLIS Library Director Phone: 517-223-9089, Ext. 111 130 S. Grand Ave. Fowlerville, MI 48836 https://www.fowlervillelibrary.net/ [cid:390274bd-2639-4434-ab71-e04cfa9f91c0] This message is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed, and may contain information that is privileged, confidential, and/or exempt from disclosure under applicable laws. If the reader of the message is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by telephone and/or reply to this e-mail message. Thank you.

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