August 2026 - Michlib-l

FREE Furniture Up For Grabs
by Anna Merritt 27 Aug '26

27 Aug '26

Hello All, We have some furniture that is up for grabs! All the items are free, but pick up is required*. Photos of the items are available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1eGGdCcVaOKoks4TZsu1I4Ws1etoE5tRh?us… *1. Custom CD Shelf on Wheels* Made to accommodate front-facing CD cases. The drawers pull out for easy browsing. Shelf is on wheels and measures H 61.75" x W 48" x D 24.25" *2. Comfy Chairs* Three cushioned chairs with leaf pattern. They have some wear and tear but are still comfortable. *3. Wooden Desk Chairs* Thirty wooden desk chairs with metal legs, coated in a veneer finish. They have some wear and tear. *If you are within the Kalamazoo/Calhoun/Jackson region, drop off arrangements may be made depending on location & vehicle situation. *If you are interested in ANY of these items, please message or call me to discuss.* amerritt(a)richlandlibrary.org (269) 629-9085 -- *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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Last Chance for Tickets: Library Day at the Ballgame
by Cole Bratten 27 Aug '26

27 Aug '26

Hi everyone, One final reminder: today is the last chance to get your tickers to TLN night at UWM Field in Utica on Friday , August 28 for a professional minor league baseball game. Socialize with your fellow library workers and cheer as the Utica Unicorns take on the Westside Woolly Mammoths. Tickets are only $41 and include the Summer Picnic Experience including a buffet, a group photo, a message on the scoreboard and more! Register using the link below: [ https://tln.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2056224&group= | https://tln.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2056224&group= ] Thank you, Cole Cole Bratten Systems Administrator The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Ct. Novi, MI 48375 Office: 248-536-3100 x114 Helpdesk: 248-536-3100 x134

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CSLP Newsletter: August 2026
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 27 Aug '26

27 Aug '26

Summer Reading Wrap Up View this email in your browser<https://mailchi.mp/cslpreads/cslp-newsletter-august2026-6753208?e=c18caf2bb6> [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/ed31fdf7-bdb…] [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/f96f0bf4-f64b-43…]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> Click the image to be directed to the survey link. CSLP Board Ratifies Statement on Artists, Artwork, and Artificial Intelligence [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/1a6c5ae7-d4cb-8c…] At our August 2026 meeting, the CSLP Board of Directors ratified a new Statement on Artists, Artwork, and Artificial Intelligence, reaffirming the organization's longstanding commitment to original human creativity and the professional artists whose work defines each year's Summer Reading Program. For nearly four decades, CSLP's annual themes have been brought to life through the imagination and talent of commissioned artists, guided by the ideas and collaboration of hundreds of library volunteers. The new statement recognizes that these artists—and the original work they create—are central to CSLP's mission and deserve to be protected. The statement affirms that CSLP does not use generative AI to create official artwork or manual content and will continue to produce original, human-created materials for member libraries. It also makes clear that CSLP's copyrighted artwork, publications, and other creative content may not be used to train generative AI systems or to create AI-generated derivative works. At the same time, the statement acknowledges that artificial intelligence is becoming an increasingly important part of the library landscape. Consistent with the American Library Association's guidance on the responsible use of AI in libraries<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…>, CSLP supports thoughtful and ethical uses of AI that enhance library service while preserving human creativity, accountability, and public trust. Rather than attempting to regulate how libraries choose to use AI in their own work, the statement focuses on protecting CSLP's commissioned artwork, intellectual property, and the artists who make each summer reading program unique. As with CSLP's existing Rules of Use<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…>, the organization relies on the professionalism of its members, partners, sponsors, volunteers, and contributors to respect copyrights, trademarks, and the creative work entrusted to CSLP. The complete CSLP Statement on Artists, Artwork, and Artificial Intelligence is available here<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> on the CSLP website under About Us. Questions or comments regarding the AI statement can be addressed to Executive Director, Dawn Krause at dawn.krause(a)cslpreads.org<mailto:dawn.krause@cslpreads.org>. [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/cd4eb2fe-6e87-09…] [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/b56b2253-3698-02…] Wed, Oct 28, 11am CT (9am PT) - Register here<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> Tues, Nov 17, 3pm CT (1pm PT) - Register here<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/5061aed5-45ba-32…] Please take a moment to fill out this quick survey to share your thoughts on the American Museum of Natural History resources provided through partnership with CSLP. Survey <https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> closes August 31. Congratulations to Janet Ingraham Dwyer! [image of dinosaur skeleton] Janet Ingraham Dwyer, Library Consultant with the State Library of Ohio and longtime Ohio representative for CSLP was recently announced as the 2026 Ohio Library Council's Hall of Fame Librarian. Read more from the Ohio Library Council here<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…>. [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/bb489423-189d-3d…] [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/4d89d831-2d66-4d…] [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/569a1cd0-abf4-10…] [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/b5021a9b-ee91-13…] Partner List<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> Was this forwarded to you? 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LM Continuing Education Stipends - Accepting Applications
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 26 Aug '26

26 Aug '26

The Library of Michigan is now accepting applications for the 2027 fiscal year. You may apply for workshops, conferences and other events as noted in the program criteria for events that occur between 10/01/2026 and 9/30/2027. You can find the application and criteria at the program site - www.michigan.gov/cestipend<http://www.michigan.gov/cestipend>. Please contact me with any questions you may have. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 / www.mi.gov/lsta<http://www.mi.gov/lsta> [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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2026 State Librarian's Excellence Award is now open!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 26 Aug '26

26 Aug '26

The application period for the 2026 State Librarian's Excellence Award is now open<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/about/state-librarian/slea>. Application Information The Library of Michigan Foundation's State Librarian's Excellence Award will be awarded to a library of any type (public, academic, school, special, tribal, etc.), including branch libraries, that exemplifies excellence in customer service. One (1) library in the state of Michigan will receive this prestigious award each year. The recipient library will receive a $3,000 cash prize and a trophy for display in its public area. Two (2) Library of Michigan Foundation Citations of Excellence will be presented and the recipient libraries will each receive $1,000 and a small trophy for display. Deadline The deadline to apply<https://bbgm-apply.yourcausegrants.com/apply/programs/346894f2-cf1f-4842-aa…> <https://bbgm-apply.yourcausegrants.com/apply/programs/346894f2-cf1f-4842-aa…> is Friday, August 28, 2026. There will be no extensions. Submissions will be accepted online only. Award recipients will be notified in September. Application details and additional information and critera can be found here: https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/about/state-librarian/slea The award recipients will be recognized by the State Librarian at the Michigan Library Association Annual Conference awards event on Wednesday, October 28 at the Vibe Credit Union Showplace in Novi, Michigan. Contact Person Lori Poznanski-Mason, Administrative Assistant to the State Librarian Library of Michigan Email: Poznanskil(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:> Phone: 517-335-1518 ### 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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FREE Highsmith library book drop cart
by Kristin Keyes 26 Aug '26

26 Aug '26

Bradner Library at Schoolcraft College in Livonia has a Highsmith book drop cart to give away. You must be able to pick it up from the library. The dimensions of the cart is W 22 ¼ " x D 22 1/4" x H 30 1/4" (incl. casters). Thank you, Kristin Keyes Bradner Library Schoolcraft College 734-462-5315

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Rochester Hills Public Library Job Opening - Early Literacy Bookmobile Driver
by Mary Davis 26 Aug '26

26 Aug '26

The Rochester Hills Public Library (RHPL) is searching for the next member of its Outreach team. RHPL has an opening for an Early Literacy Bookmobile Driver <https://a82311ee-f983-49c9-b223-94244d462312.usrfiles.com/ugd/a82311_15f970…>. If Winnebagos and books about dinosaurs, princesses, or construction trucks are your passion and you want to work in a unique setting with an innovative team, this is the position for you. The bookmobile driver needs to be high-energy and handle a fast pace so they can keep up with the dozens of kids quickly returning books about old interests and checking out books about their next one! The Rochester Hills Public Library is located in downtown Rochester, MI, and is part of The Library Network (TLN) and Metro Net Consortium, and we utilize the Leap/Vega software as our computer system. RHPL is an anchor in the community with a strong commitment to outreach and innovation. The mission of the RHPL is to empower people to explore and create with resources that enlighten, educate, entertain, and inform. If you are passionate about providing exceptional library service in a future-focused library system, we want you to apply and join our team! -- *Mary K. Davis* Head of Outreach Services Rochester Hills Public Library 248-650-7152

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Free Slot-System Plastic Holders
by Anna Merritt 26 Aug '26

26 Aug '26

Hello All, Free plastic holders, designed for slot-system displays. Four pamphlet-size holders and 1 paper-size holder, with pamphlet-size in front. Pictures Here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1eGGdCcVaOKoks4TZsu1I4Ws1etoE5tRh?us… -- *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 CD Shelf System
by Anna Merritt 26 Aug '26

26 Aug '26

We have a custom made CD shelf system that we no longer need. The shelves are designed to fit CD cases so they are front-facing and easy to flip through. Drawers pull out to browse. It is a bit of a beast in size, but it isn't as heavy as it looks and it is on wheels. It is free to a good home, but you must be able to pick it up within the next one-two weeks. Pictures Here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1eGGdCcVaOKoks4TZsu1I4Ws1etoE5tRh?us… -- *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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New Laptop Advice/Recommendations
by Sydney Raines 26 Aug '26

26 Aug '26

Good morning! I'm requesting recommendations for a new laptop based on everyone's experiences. This laptop will be used for outreach events and services only. I'm looking for a laptop with excellent battery life, great durability (if possible), and ports for connecting scanners and such. What laptops/tablets does everyone else use? What are the pros and cons you've noticed? Any and all recommendations are greatly appreciated! Thank you, everyone! -- Sydney Raines Outreach Specialist Romeo District Library 586-752-0603 x 1007 sydney(a)romeodistrictlibrary.org

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