August 2026 - Michlib-l

JDL Librarian I Full-Time Open Position
by Wayne, Danah 19 Aug '26

19 Aug '26

JDL is looking for a Librarian for our flagship Carnegie Library location. Just a couple days left to apply! If you are interested, check it out at www.myjdl.com<http://www.myjdl.com> Danah D Wayne Human Resources Manager Jackson District Library O: 517-905-1306 C: 517-936-7576 wayned(a)myjdl.com<mailto:wayned@myjdl.com> [cid:77411695-d8ec-4900-a32d-d71eaa670b4c]

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Outdoor space policy
by Perri Saunders 19 Aug '26

19 Aug '26

We have a new outdoor space and need a usage policy. Can you help? The space is partially fenced and very accessible to the public. It has a pavilion and a couple of benches. If you have an outdoor space, could you share your policy? Thanks for your help! Perri -- Perri Saunders, Director White Pigeon Township Library 102 N. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 399 White Pigeon, MI 49099 269-483-7409 *p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us <p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us> * *Brighten the corner where you are.*

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Great Michigan Gathering informational meeting 8/26
by Estee Schlenner 19 Aug '26

19 Aug '26

Hi, all! In early August I reached out to introduce you all to the Great Michigan Gathering<https://www.michiganhumanities.org/great-michigan-gathering/>, Michigan Humanities' new three-year initiative that builds community through the art of intentional gathering. By inviting all Michiganders to take part in a series of free programs, resources, and partnerships, the Great Michigan Gathering aims to unite communities across the state. If your organization is interested in learning more about the Great Michigan Gathering, our team is hosting an informational Zoom meeting on it next Wednesday, August 26, at 10 a.m. We'll provide an overview of the initiative, how your organization can get involved as a Gathering Partner, and leave time for a Q&A. If you'd like to attend or receive a recording of this meeting, please register here.<https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/odsFXlXFQZqjGuA_rlvq9Q> You can find more information on the Great Michigan Gathering at our website.<https://www.michiganhumanities.org/great-michigan-gathering/> Please reach out with any questions. Best, Estee Estee Nisbet (she/her/hers) Communications and Development Officer | eschlenner(a)mihumanities.org<mailto:eschlenner@mihumanities.org> | (517) 372-7770 ext. 665 Connecting, Sharing, Growing [A blue and white badge with gold ribbon Description automatically generated] Michigan Humanities PO Box 91 Marshall, MI 49068 Website<http://michiganhumanities.org> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/MichiganHumanities> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/mihumanities/?hl=en> Mission: Bringing people together through stories, histories, cultures, and conversations.

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FW: Book Bins information for Mich-Lib/TLN
by Sherri West 19 Aug '26

19 Aug '26

We have 3 book bins available for free to any libraries who want to pick them up. Dimensions are 28" x 30.5" x 30.5" . We are getting our new bins delivered the week of September 14, so they should be available to be picked up September 11-18. Thank you, [Sherri West] Westland Public Library 734-326-6123 ext.2827

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zv504 Extra Medium and Large packaging materials
by Staff, MeLCat 19 Aug '26

19 Aug '26

Hello Everyone, I hope you all are having a great day. Albion District Library has extra medium and large envelopes. We also have small card board boxes that can hold multiple DVDs ready for a good home. If you are interested in all the extra supplies please send me your zv number, and we will get those items to you as soon as possible. If you have any questions please let me know. Have a Great Day, *Michael Sexton* Head of Circulation zv504 *Albion District Library* 501 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 517.629.3993

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UPRLC Conference Expanded!!
by Lisa Waskin 19 Aug '26

19 Aug '26

Great news! The Event Coordinator at NMU has let us know that they are able to expand the ballroom to accommodate 30 more people at the UPRLC Conference this year! If you were on the fence, maybe this is a sign that you should go. The link to the registration form is here: According to the event coordinator, we can expand the seating in the two ballrooms to accommodate up to 130 people for the UPRLC Conference this year! So, if you were on the fence about going, we still have between 30-35 seats available. The link to register can be found here: https://pci.jotform.com/form/260416200505139 And information about hotels, t-shirts, etc. can be found here: https://uprlc.org/uprlc-annual-conference-committee/ If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to reach out and I will do my best to answer them. I have included a map of the campus. The Northern Center is near the bottom of the map and free parking is available in lots #1 and #8. I hope to see you in September. 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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Vinyl book tape available
by Jenn Bishop 19 Aug '26

19 Aug '26

Hello! We have some Bookguard Vinyl Book Tape available: 4 rolls of #952 (2 in x 30 ft) and 4 rolls of #953 (3 in x 30 ft.). Please send RIDES code and size/quantity. Thank you! -- *Jenn Bishop* *Library Technical Assistant* *Shelby Township Library* *(586) 726-2342*

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New Book Podcasts Recommendations
by Michelle 19 Aug '26

19 Aug '26

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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Building Community-Based Summers: Tri-State In-Person Workshops
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 19 Aug '26

19 Aug '26

Building Community-Based Summers: Tri-State In-Person Workshops * Thursday, November 5, 2026 - from 9:30 am - 4:30 pm at the Main Library, Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, 325 N. Michigan St, Toledo, Ohio. Free Parking is available. Registration: https://forms.gle/H1v37vAk1wzPT5W59 * Thursday, November 19, 2026 - from 9:30 am - 4:30 pm at the Meijer Branch, Jackson District Library, 2699 Airport Rd., Jackson, MI 49202. Free parking is available. Registration: https://forms.gle/wUsExGchA63cWhxo6 Both workshops will cover the same BCBS content; register for the date and location of your choice. Registration is free. Description: Over the last few years public libraries in Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio have participated in cohorts of the Building Community-Based Summers (BCBS) national IMLS project. Through learning sessions and activities, BCBS helps libraries develop new thinking and strategies about summer services in four key areas: Rethinking Internal Systems, Fostering a Culture of Learning, Centering Community, and Reflecting Continuously about summer services and their impact. These BCBS Workshops are being offered to any IN, MI, and OH library workers who are interested in evaluating and reassessing their summer services. Attendees will participate in a variety of activities to help them view their summer services through fresh eyes at a critical time of the year as they plan for next summer. The facilitators will share a brief history and background about BCBS for those unfamiliar with the project, and details for those who wish to be trained more deeply regarding the BCBS learning topics and strategies. The workshops will also include much time for discussion and sharing, to learn what libraries are planning to better reach all their communities and to provide ideas and strategies to address challenges. Who should register? To support your ability to implement BCBS strategies in your community, we highly encourage 2 or more staff members from your library or system to register and attend the workshop. Staff working in any department, especially those with a focus on public programming, are welcome to attend. Facilitators: Bringing extensive experience with BCBS, facilitators Cathy Lancaster (Library of Michigan), Katy Hite (State Library of Ohio), Janet Ingraham Dwyer (State Library of Ohio), and Beth Yates (Indiana State Library), will offer key insights. They will discuss how applying BCBS framework processes enables libraries to design more adaptive summer services and programs tailored to local needs and community perspectives. Learning Objectives - Participants will be able to: * Explain briefly the history of the Building Community- Based Summers (BCBS) project and its four key principles * Identify their library organization’s “why” of summer services * Name examples of strategies that other libraries have implemented to build greater community involvement into their summer services * Identify one or two action steps your library could take to help build more community voice into your summer services Feel free to reach out to me directly with any questions. Thank you, 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. [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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Registration open for Back in Circulation Conference
by UW iSchool CE 19 Aug '26

19 Aug '26

Back in Circulation: A Conference for Managers and Staff in Access and Circulation Services Oct. 5-6, 2026 Madison, WI $300 Register today: go.wisc.edu/6qf0ko<https://go.wisc.edu/6qf0ko> Deadline to register is September 28. Join us in Madison, WI for Back in Circulation 2026! This year's conference will include sessions on inclusive supervision, training student employees, best practices for customer service, streamlining workflows, and more! The conference will kick off with Bobbi Newman's keynote on Monday morning. Bobbi L. Newman, MLIS, MA (she/her) is a consultant who helps organizations create healthier, more equitable workplaces using evidence-based strategies. She is also a professor who teaches future librarians and leaders, integrating research, practice, and compassion to shape healthier workplaces across the profession. Bobbi is the founder of ThriveLib, a virtual conference dedicated to advancing the well-being of library staff and fostering honest conversations about work, care, and sustainability. A certified Wellness Practitioner with nearly a decade of experience in workplace well-being, Bobbi is known for translating research into practical, actionable strategies that support both individuals and organizations. She is the author of Fostering Wellness in the Workplace and the editor of Well-Being in the Library Workplace: A Handbook for Managers, widely used resources for leaders seeking to build healthier work cultures. She writes about well-being in libraries at www.librarianbyday.net<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.librarianbyday.net__;!!Mak6IKo!ILhkG…>, where her work continues to challenge harmful norms and advocate for systemic change. In addition to Bobbi's keynote address, the conference will include a range of sessions such as: * Situational Awareness and De-Escalation for Frontline Staff * Keeping People in Circulation: Inclusive Supervision in Access Services * Community-Driven Classification and Application to Access Services Principles * Seeing the forest through the weeds: a combined approach to weeding and inventory -- Questions? Email ce-info(a)wisc.edu

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