July 2026 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Board members volunteering?
by Deb Hemmye 28 Jul '26

28 Jul '26

We have a library advisory board and one of my board members is interested in also volunteering for us. My thinking is that there is no conflict of interest since our board is only advisory. Is that correct? Do any of you have board members who also volunteer at your library? Thanks! Deb Hemmye Library Director Huntington Woods Public Library 26415 Scotia Road Huntington Woods, MI 48070 248-543-9720, ext. 686 Currently listening to Less, by Andrew Sean Greer.

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Library Day at the Ballgame
by DJ Bond 27 Jul '26

27 Jul '26

Hey Michlib-L, Take us out to the ballgame! Join TLN as we go to UWM Field in Utica on August 28 for a baseball game. Socialize with your fellow library workers and cheer as the Utica Unicorns take on the Westside Wolly Mammoths. Tickets are $41 and include the Summer Picnic Experience! Register using the link below: [ https://tln.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2056224&group= | https://tln.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2056224&group= ] We hope to see you there! DJ Bond Communications and Member Engagement Manager The Library Network [ callto:(248) 536-3100 | (248) 536-3100 ] x116 dbond(a)tln.org TLN.org (he/him)

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GoLM - GoLMCon 2026 Sep 18th - Schedule Released
by Matt Grayvin 27 Jul '26

27 Jul '26

Hey Library Makers, The Guild of Library Makers is hosting our second annual conference at Southfield Public Library on Friday, September 18th, 9am to 4pm (doors open at 8am). Registration is limited and the deadline is August 28th, so be sure to get your spot! Free event, free light breakfast, free lunch, and travel stipends available (for Michigan-based people only). See the attached map for the travel stipend eligibility area; if you're outside the highlighted zone, you qualify. This is a free, open event for anyone in library work who's curious about makerspaces, whether you're just starting to wonder if one might fit your library or you're already running one and have questions. All library staff are welcome. Conference info: https://bit.ly/GOLMCON2026INFO Register: https://bit.ly/GOLMCON26REG Questions before you register? Check us out at https://guildoflibrarymakers.com or email us: guildoflibrarymakers(a)gmail.com We can't wait to see you there! Matt Grayvin (he/him) Executive Director, The Guild of Library Makers

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GoLM - GoLMCon 2026 Sep 18th - Schedule Released
by Matt Grayvin 27 Jul '26

27 Jul '26

Hey Library Makers, The Guild of Library Makers is hosting our second annual conference at Southfield Public Library on Friday, September 18th, 9am to 4pm (doors open at 8am). Registration is limited and the deadline is August 28th, so be sure to get your spot! Free event, free light breakfast, free lunch, and travel stipends available (for Michigan-based people only). See the attached map for the travel stipend eligibility area; if you're outside the highlighted zone, you qualify. This is a free, open event for anyone in library work who's curious about makerspaces, whether you're just starting to wonder if one might fit your library or you're already running one and have questions. All library staff are welcome. Conference info: bit.ly/GOLMCON2026INFO Register: bit.ly/GOLMCON26REG Questions before you register? Check us out at guildoflibrarymakers.com or email us: guildoflibrarymakers(a)gmail.com We can't wait to see you there! Matt Grayvin (he/him) Executive Director, The Guild of Library Makers

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Register today for fall webinar series from UW-Madison iSchool
by UW iSchool CE 27 Jul '26

27 Jul '26

Indigenizing Information Institutions Webinar Series Register today: go.wisc.edu/3ie9p2<https://go.wisc.edu/3ie9p2> What does it look like to truly Indigenize the structures of our libraries, archives, and museums? Indigenizing Information Institutions is a webinar series designed for librarians and information professionals across all sectors who are committed to centering Indigenous knowledge, protocols, and sovereignty within their collections and services. This series bridges the gap between traditional library and information practices and Indigenous ways of knowing. Whether you are working within a Tribal Nation or managing Indigenous materials in a public or academic institution, these sessions provide the critical framework and practical tools needed to move beyond “inclusion” and toward a transformative model of stewardship. * Beyond Ownership: Indigenous Data Sovereignty and the Future of Stewardship * Teaching Indigenous Knowledge in Non-Tribal Academic Courses * Beyond Networking: Building Community Through Indigenous Archival Practice and Professional Service * Centering Indigenous Voices: Inside the Library of Congress Indigenous Subject Headings Project -- Tech Crash Course: Data & Information Privacy Webinar Series Register today: go.wisc.edu/d18e26<https://go.wisc.edu/d18e26> Join experts for a series of engaging and practical webinars on data and information privacy. Whether you are exploring ways your library can better protect patron privacy or looking for strategies to educate your patrons, you’ll find a session that meets your needs. * Protecting Patrons’ Data Privacy with Digital Vendors * Data Privacy Disco: Creating Engaging Data Programming for Library Patrons * Data and Information Privacy in Practice: A Faculty Panel Discussion -- Questions? Email ce-info(a)ischool.wisc.edu

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Free Law Books
by Jason Bias 27 Jul '26

27 Jul '26

Hi Folks, I have Michigan Compiled Laws Annotated and U.S. Code Congressional and Administrative News sets to give away. The up-to-date Michigan Compiled Laws are 123 volumes and together are 21 linear feet long. The U.S. Code Congressional and Administrative News are 165 volumes, 36 linear feet, and go from 1976-2011. Please contact me if interested and to arrange pick up. Jason Bias Senior Librarian Talking Book Center and Homebound Service Genesee District Library 4195 West Pasadena Avenue Flint, Michigan 48504 P: 810-732-1120 Fax: 1-810-776-8207 www.thegdl.org<http://www.thegdl.org/> he, him, his This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. Any opinions expressed in the email are those of the individual and not necessarily the Genesee District Library. I prefer Flint Coneys but Detroit Coneys are a close second place. This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and solely for the use of the intended recipient. If you are not the intended recipient or the person responsible for delivering to the intended recipient, be advised that you have received this email in error and that any use is strictly prohibited.

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CSLP Newsletter: July 2026
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 24 Jul '26

24 Jul '26

Summer Reading Reaches Peak Season View this email in your browser<https://mailchi.mp/cslpreads/cslp-newsletter-july2026-6752854?e=c18caf2bb6> [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/ed31fdf7-bdb…] Show Us Your Stats! [Infograph with previous years' CSLP artwork and stats] Make your program count nationally! Here at CSLP, we truly value the impact that summer programming has on communities in our member states and nationwide. We love to see those numbers tick upwards in the "participated" category! Won’t you help us generate that national number? Our Statistics Committee works hard every year to bring you a streamlined survey experience. Here's some of the data we collect: * How your library tracks participation in your summer library program. * Total number in each of the three age groups who participated in your summer library program. * Total number in each age group who completed the minimum goal. * Total number of summer library program-themed events for each age group. * Total number of individuals attending summer library program-themed events for each age group. Our annual summer reading survey is open to all public libraries that did summer programming, regardless of the theme you used. Survey Opens: Monday, July 20, 2026 Survey Closes: Friday, September 11, 2026 Complete the survey here<https://us.list-manage.com/16aRiFs2am1?e=c18caf2bb6&c2id=af1903f9dbc818a053…>. The Collaborative Summer Library Program is excited to launch a fourth national cohort of Building Community-Based Summers <https://us.list-manage.com/YuaoJdVw3JL?e=c18caf2bb6&c2id=af1903f9dbc818a053…> (BCBS) in Fall 2026! [decorative] BCBS is designed to help member libraries identify the “whys” behind their summer services, build strategies to engage community voices, and create and provide inclusive summer services for all members of their communities. Selected participants will have the opportunity to engage with a nationwide cohort of library staff to dig deeply into these topics. What librarians say about BCBS: * “I'm so impressed by the amount of thought and care that has gone into creating this curriculum. The resources provided were new to me, unique, engaging, and very helpful.” * “We have been looking to make changes to almost all aspects of our summer services, from registration to logging, and prizes/completion. This series and the materials shared will be providing the framework to get us started in the process.” * “Thank you for the experience! I enjoyed talking to other people from different libraries! It has expanded my knowledge and has changed my point of view on libraries and communities.” The fall 2026 cohort will gather for online learning sessions once weekly for 6 weeks in October-November 2026. BCBS is open to applicants from CSLP member libraries. There is no charge to participate. Applications will be open<https://us.list-manage.com/HbfKVJUxp4U?e=c18caf2bb6&c2id=af1903f9dbc818a053…> from Friday, July 24 through Monday, August 17. [American Museum of Natural History Logo][image of dinosaur skeleton] Recording link now available! Thank you to all who joined the webinar in partnership with AMNH, featuring paleontologist Dr. Aki Watanabe. Dr. Watanabe shared some of the most fascinating dinosaur finds from the past year and answered many great questions from the viewers. The recording of the presentation and the Q&A session is now available for viewing, making a great in-library program or resource to share with your patrons. You can find the recording and other AMNH webinars and resources here!<https://us.list-manage.com/9i_174aKwM8?e=c18caf2bb6&c2id=af1903f9dbc818a053…> [decorative] Please take a moment to fill out this quick surve<https://us.list-manage.com/k6oZtgreeT2?e=c18caf2bb6&c2id=af1903f9dbc818a053…>y<https://us.list-manage.com/DJ7XGQfarGt?e=c18caf2bb6&c2id=af1903f9dbc818a053…> to share your thoughts on the American Museum of Natural History resources provided through partnership with CSLP. Survey closes August 31. [2026 CSLP artwork of dino reading, along with session information also found in the article text.] Member library staff are welcome to join the Theme & Slogan Committee to provide input on the 2029 slogan and the 2030 theme in a live session format. No need to attend both. Choose your date/time: Listening Session Option #1 Thursday, August 13 at 1pm EST/12pm CST/11am MST/10 am PST Join us on Zoom<https://us.list-manage.com/d9yEROu8plU?e=c18caf2bb6&c2id=af1903f9dbc818a053…> - no need to register Listening Session Option #2 Tuesday, August 18 at 4pm EST/3pm CST/2 pm MST/1 pm PST Join us on Zoom<https://us.list-manage.com/14UMICrgn0D?e=c18caf2bb6&c2id=af1903f9dbc818a053…> - no need to register [image of dinosaur art exhibit] Dinosaur Society Art Exhibit Spotlight The City of Sunnyvale's Library launched an art installation to celebrate the 2026 Unearth A Story™ theme. This fun exhibit shows a society of dinosaurs, discovered by archaeologists! Books are highlighted in the exhibit, with dinos making furniture from books, attending book signings, participating in writers' workshops, watching cookbook demos and film screenings, hanging out at the Kids Zone, etc. Check out the photo album of the exhibit here!<https://us.list-manage.com/188xuOH4c4v?e=c18caf2bb6&c2id=af1903f9dbc818a053…> Partner List<https://us.list-manage.com/10xRBZri0bc?e=c18caf2bb6&c2id=af1903f9dbc818a053…> Was this forwarded to you? Click here to sign up for your own copy of the newsletter!<https://us.list-manage.com/1CNKNYt6EAY?e=c18caf2bb6&c2id=af1903f9dbc818a053…> [Facebook]<https://us.list-manage.com/12twLqQB0GF?e=c18caf2bb6&c2id=af1903f9dbc818a053…> [Pinterest]<https://us.list-manage.com/10XtuO4HN4_?e=c18caf2bb6&c2id=af1903f9dbc818a053…> [Website]<https://us.list-manage.com/DeNJP_xX8Ps?e=c18caf2bb6&c2id=af1903f9dbc818a053…> Copyright © 2026 Collaborative Summer Library Program, All rights reserved. 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NEW: Executive Director search - Central Arkansas Library System (AR)
by Beth Barker 24 Jul '26

24 Jul '26

Executive Director - Central Arkansas Library System (AR) The Central Arkansas Library System (CALS) Board of Directors is seeking a mission-driven, community-minded, and visionary leader to serve as the next Executive Director of the largest library system in Arkansas. CALS serves 344,553 residents across the urban, suburban, and rural communities of Pulaski and Perry counties. Reporting to a 16-member Board of Directors, the Executive Director serves as the organization's chief executive officer, providing leadership to an experienced executive team, overseeing 293.94 FTE, and managing a $30 million annual budget. CALS maintains a collection of more than one million items and operates a bookmobile and 14 library locations, including the 135,097-square-foot Main Library, which recently reopened following an extensive two-year, $31 million renovation. The updated facility features six floors of public space, computer labs and classrooms, meeting and event spaces, podcast and production studios, teaching kitchens, makerspaces, and a rooftop terrace. The Joann and Garth Martin Children's Center at the Main Library provides an inviting environment where children and families can enjoy the garden, sensory room, and wellness room. Located on Library Square in downtown Little Rock, the Main Library serves as the centerpiece of a vibrant, multi-building campus. Other CALS-operated facilities on Library Square include the Ron Robinson Theater, the Bobby L. Roberts Library of Arkansas History & Art, and the Rock It! Lab. Hosting large-scale programs such as Six Bridges Book Festival, a city-wide anti-hunger campaign called Be Mighty Little Rock, and employing dedicated social workers within its Community Resources Program, CALS has a long history of playing a critical role in the community through robust partnerships, grants, and awards such as the Library Journal Kline Community Impact Award, received in 2021. The next Executive Director will be an exceptional communicator who champions the organization's mission, vision, and core values while engaging with a wide range of diverse stakeholders. The Executive Director will champion reading, books, literacy, learning, and access to ideas. Through the thoughtful implementation of the existing strategic plan, they will strengthen relationships, build trust, and advance the library system's long-term priorities. Key initiatives for this role include collaborating with community leaders and appointed officials, inspiring a large team of innovative staff to feel empowered in their work, communicating a modern vision of the public library throughout the region, meeting the challenges and opportunities of the rapidly changing world of AI, and operationalizing updated spaces effectively to streamline public service work and improve the patron experience. Little Rock, the capital and largest city in Arkansas, spans 116.8 square miles and serves as the cultural and economic hub for a metropolitan area of more than 700,000 residents. Little Rock is a culturally diverse city with an historic blend of communities situated along the Arkansas River in the heart of the state, offering abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation, including Pinnacle Mountain State Park, the Arkansas River Trail, rock climbing, hiking, and more than 1,200 miles of biking trails throughout the region. The city's vibrant arts and entertainment scene includes the Robinson Center, home to Broadway productions, the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra, Ballet Arkansas, and a wide variety of performances year-round. Residents and visitors alike also enjoy renowned cultural attractions such as the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, the Clinton Presidential Center, and the Little Rock Zoo. Responsibilities: The ideal candidate implements and monitors all present and future policies approved by the CALS Board and ensures that CALS complies with all appropriate local, state, and federal laws and regulations; prepares an annual budget that reflects both the level of financial support and the overall mission of the library system. The Executive Director develops, monitors, and forecasts the overall budget to ensure that funds are dispersed legally and that expenditures contribute to the library's mission; assures that staff development and continuing education opportunities are encouraged and provided for library staff on an equitable basis; oversees public relations, serving as the representative of CALS in the community, maintaining effective working relationships with public officials, governmental agencies, civic and community groups, and the public. This Executive Director initiates and maintains a leadership role in the state's library community to cooperatively develop and encourage initiatives to benefit library interests. For a full list of responsibilities, see the links in the job posting on the Bradbury Miller Associate website (https://bradburymiller.com/open-positions/) Qualifications: An MLS from an ALA-accredited institution is desired. Candidates with an equivalent combination of advanced education and relevant professional experience may also be considered. A minimum of seven years of increasingly responsible professional experience, including at least five years in an executive leadership or senior management role, is required. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $160,000 - $210,000 (with placement negotiable depending on experience and qualifications), plus an excellent fringe benefits package. Interested candidates should submit their resume through the application portal (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/) This position closes on Sunday, August 30, 2026. Visit our website (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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Job Posting - Part-Time Student Success Librarian, Jackson College
by Fiero Jen R 24 Jul '26

24 Jul '26

Jackson College is seeking a part-time Student Success Librarian to assist with research help, instruction, and technical services. The position may require some evening work. For further details, please see the full posting<https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/jccmi/transferjobs?keywords=libr>. Jackson College is a rural community college in south central Michigan and serves students from all walks of life. Please contact me with any questions about the position! [Jackson College] All Are Welcome Here Central Campus 2111 Emmons Rd. • Jackson, MI 49201 www.jccmi.edu<https://www.jccmi.edu/> [Facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/JacksonCollege/> [Instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/jacksoncollege/> [LinkedIn] <https://www.linkedin.com/school/jackson-community-college/> [YouTube] <https://www.youtube.com/user/JccJets> Jen Fiero Library/Information Commons Director P: 517.796.8622 E: fierojenr(a)jccmi.edu Schedule a Meeting<https://jccmi.libcal.com/appointments/jenfiero/central> I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading! - Jane Austen

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Upcoming cataloging workshops from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 24 Jul '26

24 Jul '26

Take a look at these cataloging workshops from MCLS! Introduction to BIBFRAME<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6a0b7b9118494248013e2371> 1-day class, August 4, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Eastern (9-11 a.m. Central) Serials Cataloging<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6a0b7d0f18494248013e82db> 3-day class, August 4-6, 2-4 p.m. Eastern (1-3 p.m. Central) For these and other great workshops please visit our Training Store<http://store.mcls.org> Learn about our Certificates of Library Staff Development<https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/> in cataloging and essential workshop skills Earn contact hours for LEUs (IN), PGPs (IN), and SCECHs (MI) from most MCLS workshops Please email training(a)mcls.org for any questions. *************************************** Gwen Haviland Membership & Training Coordinator/Project Specialist Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 517-455-7612 training(a)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/mclsorg>

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