August 2026 - Michlib-l

Cricut- Makerspace
by Peterson, Sydny 20 Aug '26

20 Aug '26

Hi everyone! We currently have a Cricut in our makerspace which is a wonderful resource but is under utilized due to confusion on how to go about it. Are there any libraries out there that have Cricuts that are well utilized? If so, how do you go about it? And while I am asking, do you have a general policy to go with it? Thank you in advance! -- *Sydny Peterson * Library Director Manistique School & Public Library (906)-252-4316 CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This e-mail message, including any attachment, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and/or privileged information as defined by State and Federal laws. If you are not the intended recipient or an agent of the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you received this message in error and any review, disclosure, copying, printing, distribution, dissemination, or the taking of any action in reliance on the contents of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited. If you received this e-mail message in error, please notify the sender by return e-mail, and immediately and permanently delete the original from your computer and destroy all copies of this communication. Thank you. PLEASE NOTE: This e-mail message, and any response to it may be archived for later retrieval and is subject to retention, disclosure, and disposal in accordance with Board Policy and State law.

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Oct 3 - Mid-Michigan Local History Conference
by Oster, Adam (MDE) 20 Aug '26

20 Aug '26

Hi All, Historians, librarians, archivists, students, and all other local history practitioners are invited to join us on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the Michigan Library and Historical Center in Lansing, MI for the Mid-Michigan Local History Conference: www.Michigan.gov/MMLHC<http://www.michigan.gov/MMLHC> This event is an opportunity to learn about practical topics connected to the local history field and engage with other organizations around the Mid-Michigan region. MMLHC is free to attend, but registration is required. It is sponsored and organized by the Archives of Michigan<https://www.michigan.gov/archivesofmichigan>, the Historical Society of Michigan<https://hsmichigan.org/>, the Library of Michigan<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan>, and the Michigan State Capitol<https://capitol.michigan.gov/> Education & History. The Library of Michigan Foundation is also financially supporting the Mid-Michigan Local History Conference. Help spread the word by using the attached poster. Please direct any questions to Librarian(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:Librarian@Michigan.gov> or call 517-335-1477. Thanks! Adam Adam Oster, Community Engagement Librarian Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 702 W. Kalamazoo St. P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 ostera(a)michigan.gov<mailto:ostera@michigan.gov> | 517-335-1469 | 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/>

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UPRLC Conference-Adjacent workshops
by Lisa Waskin 20 Aug '26

20 Aug '26

I had an email today form someone who did not realize that the AI Workshop being run by Kristin Fontichiaro was on Wednesday, September 23rd following the conference, from 10am-1pm. There is also the Oral History Workshop, which is also on Wednesday, September 23rd from 10am-4pm. Both of these workshops are being held at the Peter White Public Library. I have attached flyers for each of them here. The AI Workshop is free, but does not include lunch, only snacks and beverages. The Oral History Workshop does include lunch, and there is a $35 fee. You need to register separately for each of these since they are not part of the UPRLC Registration. To register for the AI Workshop, please email me, Lisa Waskin, at lwaskin(a)superiordistrictlibrary.org<mailto:lwaskin@superiordistrictlibrary.org> (there are only 4 spots left in this session) To register for the Oral History Workshop, please see the attached flyer, which has registration and payment information. Thank you, Lisa Lisa Waskin, District Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783 Ph. (906) 632-9331 lwaskin(a)superiordistrictlibrary.org<mailto:lwaskin@superiordistrictlibrary.org>

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Job Opportunity at Hackley Public Library - FT Information Specialist
by Joe Zappacosta 20 Aug '26

20 Aug '26

Hackley Public Library (Muskegon, MI) — Full-Time Information Specialist The Hackley Public Library is seeking a friendly, customer-service-oriented Information Specialist to join its staff. The position, which is full-time and requires a 40-hour weekly commitment, involves providing direct service at our public service desks, primarily the Main Desk and Youth Services, by helping patrons with circulation, information requests, technology, and finding items in this busy urban library environment. The role entails working evenings and weekends and is included in the SEIU Local 517M bargaining unit, offering a good benefits package. The best applicants will have a high school diploma (some college is preferred), should have between one and two years' experience in customer service, and be at ease with library technology and the public. It would be an advantage to have previous experience in a library and to have bilingual skills that reflect our community. If you want to see the full job description and apply, please go to: https://www.hackleylibrary.org/about/job-opportunities/ *Hackley Public Library offers equal opportunities to all.* -- *Joseph W. Zappacosta* Director 231-722-8003 | hackleylibrary.org 316 W Webster Ave | Muskegon, MI 49440

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Library Law Office Hours TODAY!
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 20 Aug '26

20 Aug '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 library has an outdoor reading event with a famous author (who insisted on a "nor pictures or recording " requirement for the event) and a drone launched by a nearby resident captures video of the event and the resident then publishes the video online, is this a problem? What if the resident with the drone was a member of the library friends' group and a library volunteer? Can the author sue the library? The resident? If so, please join me TODAY, Thursday, August 20 @ 3:00pm for the Library Law Office Hours! You can register at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqdO6uqD8pEt31yRiFFRZkHDc96mWbdi… Once you register, a Zoom link will be e-mailed to you. Hope to "see" you there! Clare 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). [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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Braille and Talking Book Library - YouTube video resource
by Wambaugh, Stephanie (LEO) 20 Aug '26

20 Aug '26

Good morning, Are you looking for a refresher on what the Braille and Talking Book Library<https://www.michigan.gov/leo/bureaus-agencies/bureau-of-services-for-blind-…> offers? This short, 8-minute YouTube video is a great resource for you and your staff: https://youtu.be/6uReCPysUco As always, I'm also happy to discuss one-on-one or present to your staff about this service. Reach out to me directly at wambaughs(a)michigan.gov<mailto:wambaughs@michigan.gov>. Remember - patrons do NOT need to be legally blind to use our service, and library staff CAN certify our applications. Offering our service as a supplement to the audio books you have available can open up hundreds of thousands of additional reading opportunities for your patrons in accessible formats FOR FREE. Our large collection of audio and braille books can be mailed on cartridge and played using our (free) digital talking book player OR patrons can download the free BARD mobile App to get books directly on their personal devices. The best part, no wait lists or check out periods. I can also get additional promotional materials on the way if you are in need. Thank you for making a difference in your communities by spreading the word about BTBL! #ThatAllMayRead Stephanie Wambaugh, Librarian 12 Team Lead and Outreach Services Michigan Braille and Talking Book Library (BTBL) Bureau of Services for Blind Persons P.O. Box 30007 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 1-800-992-9012 Fax: 1-517-284-2885 wambaughs(a)michigan.gov<mailto:wambaughs@michigan.gov> LEGAL NOTICE: This email is for the exclusive use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain privileged and confidential information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or duplication of this email is expressly prohibited. If you are not an intended recipient, please notify the sender immediately, delete the email from your computer, and do not copy or disclose it to anyone else. Your receipt of this message is not intended to waive any applicable legal privilege and does not constitute an electronic signature or provide consent to contract electronically.

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FINAL Reminder: LM Five-Year Plan evaluation!
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 20 Aug '26

20 Aug '26

A final reminder that the survey will close on August 23rd. We appreciate it if you have a few minutes to fill it out. Thank you! Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan Good afternoon everyone! Every five years, the Library of Michigan (LM) is required to complete an evaluation of its programs funded through the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). LSTA provides federal funding for many LM programs, including MeLCat and MeL Databases, Continuing Education, Community Literacy/Summer Reading Program support, PLOUD, E-Rate, digitized local history collections, some grants, and more. Our evaluator (Carson Block Consulting) has prepared a survey to help inform the evaluation. The survey has been designed to be as brief and easy as possible for you to fill out! The time required to take this survey will depend on the number of LSTA programs that you have experience with. Each section should take about 5 minutes or less to complete. Survey Link: https://www.surveyhero.com/c/qyu3a4pf If you would like to familiarize yourself with or refresh your knowledge of LM's Programs and Goals, please review pages 5-8 of LM's Five-Year LSTA plan here: https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/-/media/Project/Websites/library… Your opinion matters! Please complete the survey by Monday, August 24. 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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Re: Michlib-l Digest, Vol 142, Issue 27
by Sara Ault 20 Aug '26

20 Aug '26

If you go to Podchaser, you can enter a search term and find podcasts that relate to it. https://www.podchaser.com/ I listen to What Should I Read Next, I'll Read What She's Reading, and Reading Glasses. There are many from publishers, and Overdrive has a podcast (but the episodes can be very long.) Enjoy. Sara On Thu, Aug 20, 2026 at 4:52 AM <michlib-l-request(a)liblists.org> wrote: > Send Michlib-l mailing list submissions to > michlib-l(a)liblists.org > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via email, send a message with subject or > body 'help' to > michlib-l-request(a)liblists.org > > You can reach the person managing the list at > michlib-l-owner(a)liblists.org > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of Michlib-l digest..." > > Today's Topics: > > 1. New Book Podcasts Recommendations (Michelle) > 2. Vinyl book tape available (Jenn Bishop) > 3. Re: Vinyl book tape available (Jenn Bishop) > 4. UPRLC Conference Expanded!! (Lisa Waskin) > 5. Scheduling Tool Recommendations (Maria Williams) > 6. Re: Scheduling Tool Recommendations (Director @ Newaygo Library) > 7. zv504 Extra Medium and Large packaging materials (Staff, MeLCat) > 8. FW: Book Bins information for Mich-Lib/TLN (Sherri West) > 9. Great Michigan Gathering informational meeting 8/26 > (Estee Schlenner) > 10. Outdoor space policy (Perri Saunders) > 11. JDL Librarian I Full-Time Open Position (Wayne, Danah) > 12. free online astronomy program: All About That Space (Jennifer Dye) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:47:48 +0000 > From: Michelle <Michelle(a)wicksonlibrary.org> > Subject: [Michlib-l] New Book Podcasts Recommendations > To: "michlib-l(a)liblists.org" <michlib-l(a)liblists.org> > Message-ID: <SJ2P220MB18872991D3DA4B756A54E0E9BAA52(a)SJ2P220MB1887.NAM > P220.PROD.OUTLOOK.COM> > Content-Type: multipart/related; boundary="_004_SJ2P220MB188729 > 91D3DA4B756A54E0E9BAA52SJ2P220MB1887NAMP_"; > type="multipart/alternative" > > I am looking to add a few more podcasts to listen to about upcoming new > books to help with collection development. What does everyone love to > listen to? I am looking for things beyond the best seller authors but that > our trending. > > Thanks for your suggestions! > > Michelle Duclos, Director > Frankenmuth Wickson District Library > > 359 S. Franklin Street > Frankenmuth, MI 48734 > 989-652-8323 > www.wicksonlibrary.org<http://www.wicksonlibrary.org/> > > Never Underestimate The Big Importance of Small Things ~ Matt Haig, The > Midnight Library > > [cid:image001.png@01DD2FD8.7D9CC390] > >

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zv504 Extra Medium and Large packaging materials
by Staff, MeLCat 20 Aug '26

20 Aug '26

Thank you to everyone that responded. All the materials have been claimed. *Michael Sexton* Head of Circulation zv504 *Albion District Library* 501 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 517.629.3993

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free online astronomy program: All About That Space
by Jennifer Dye 19 Aug '26

19 Aug '26

In this talk, Dr. Nicolle Zellner of Albion College will present updates on several exciting space missions, including NASA’s initiative to return to the Moon through the Artemis program. She will talk about 140+ years of astronomy at Albion College and where her research fits into the broader landscape of space science. Tuesday, August25 6:00-7:30 p.m. Please register: https://dpl-space.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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