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Remote Work Policy (non-COVID)
by Erin Schmandt 15 Nov '21

15 Nov '21

If any of you have a Remote Work policy that is not COVID related, would you please share it with me? I will compile responses and share back to the group. Erin Schmandt Director Caro Area District Library Sent from Mail<https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=550986> for Windows

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Carpet up for grabs
by Emily A Tobin 15 Nov '21

15 Nov '21

Hi Everyone, TPL has a 92x108 decorative carpet up for grabs. It is clean and in good shape. Please reply directly if interested. Thank you, emily Emily Tobin, MLIS Circulation City of Troy Library 510 W. Big Beaver Rd Troy, Mi 48084 O: 248.680.7237 https://troypl.org/

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Shifting Landscapes tonight -- Epidemiology: Why Does the Course of Disease Matter?
by Thomas Trahey 15 Nov '21

15 Nov '21

Mason County District Library and Abondia Center turn to epidemiology in the public lecture series Shifting Landscapes on Monday November 15, with Epidemiology: Why Does the Course of Disease Matter? at 7-8:30 pm Zoom (mcdl <http://mcdl.pub/sl-zoom>.pub/sl-zoom), featuring Kenneth Dudley, M.D., assistant professor of medicine at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, and Jordan Powell, MPH, epidemiologist, District Health Dept #10. This 2021-2022 series is exploring six areas of our lives that have been reshaped during the Covid-19 epidemic and the many events that have occurred in the past 20 months. Science is the second topic in the Shifting Landscapes series. Kenneth Dudley, formerly a Family Physician, now teaches epidemiology to first-year medical students. He will address the questions, What is epidemiology? and Why is it important? Because it is important to get human science correct, more money has been put into epidemiology than any other field of science. He will discuss how the result-surprising insights into how we know can be applied to every other branch of knowledge. Jordan Powell will explore why there’s an epidemiologist at District Health Dept#10. She’ll outline what is helpful for the public to know as they obtain information from both news sources and social media as well as on DHD#10’s website. Especially important is an understanding of the paths and patterns of diseases, including infectious diseases like Covid-19 and chronic diseases like diabetes and cancer. In asking questions about the nature of science, vaccines, and the epidemiological course of the pandemic, Shifting Landscapes’ series seeks to address questions on people’s minds. It also hopes the information helps them get more from news sources as well as their health professionals and others about science that matters to them. There will be no sessions in December but the Shifting Landscapes series will start again January 10 focusing on education, including the 1619 Project (Jan10), Critical Race Theory (Jan 17), and Teaching Difficult Truths to Children and Youth (Jan 24). Additional topics include Race/Racism (Feb 7, 14, 21), Truth in Politics (Mar 7, 14, 21), and Economics (Apr 4, 11, 18). If you are interested in hosting a live viewing of some of these future events at your library, let me know. Your attendees will be able to interact with the speaker and the rest of the viewers. We will provide press releases and brochures. This would be free quality programming for your library. Events are free, live or by Zoom at mcdl <http://mcdl.pub/sl-zoom> .pub/sl-zoom. Tickets are not necessary but registration is helpful. To register: mcdl.pub/sl-register. For information check the Mason County District Library website: mcdlibrary.org or contact Thomas Trahey, Mason County District Library at ttrahey(a)mcdlibrary.org or Brooke Portmann, director of Abondia Center, at baportmann312(a)gmail.com This project has been funded by grants from Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and Michigan Humanities, an affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. -- Thomas Trahey Mason County District Library Head of Circulation 231-843-8465

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2022 Michigan Labor Law Posters - Ordering is open!
by Kate Pohjola Andrade 15 Nov '21

15 Nov '21

Hello Michigan Library Friends, It's that time of year again... Please share widely and forgive the massive cross-posting! The ordering period for the* 2022 Labor Law Poster* set is open now. You can reserve your set (will be shipped to you in late December or early January 2022) by filling out the form found at this link: https://forms.gle/4XDEB1UsUC6L1NgQ6 Labor Law Posters are required for all work locations and need to be current. Woodlands Library Cooperative purchases our sets through the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, which keeps funds in Michigan, and best of all, you can tell those aggressive and sometimes shady vendors who hound you and your staff that you're taken care of for the year. If they give you a hard time, feel free to send them to me. *Pricing*: $17 per set (it's a one sheet poster this year. We will ship to your library in a poster tube, along with a copy of your invoice. *Deadline: Friday, December 3, 2021 at 5:00pm. * Thank you! kate -- Kate Pohjola Andrade, Director Woodlands Library Cooperative <https://woodlands.lib.mi.us> 517-629-9469 / 586-801-0725 - cell/text Board Member, Midwest Collaborative for Library Services <https://www.mcls.org/> *No Reservation Recommendations* <https://nrr.ninja>: your source for colleague-approved vendors! she/her/hers

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ARSL: New Grant Opportunity
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 15 Nov '21

15 Nov '21

Penguin Random House Grants for Small & Rural Libraries Through the generosity of Penguin Random House, ARSL is pleased to announce the establishment of a new grant opportunity for small and rural libraries nationwide! Not all applications will be selected for funding. If selected, grants will be awarded for up to $2,500. This is a rolling grant application, with batches of applications going under review every 8 weeks beginning December 17, 2021. Applications will be accepted until all available grant funds are distributed. Please visit our website<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Farsl.membe…> for a list of grant application deadlines. This program will award grants to libraries that demonstrate a true need. Grants are not limited to literacy and may be used for everything from library programming and books to resources like hotspots that help community members access important information. In-kind donations will also be considered. Details & to apply: https://www.arsl.org/prh-grant 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://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmail2.mcls…> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. Are you a library front line staffer? Join me in becoming an eResources expert by completing the MeL Maven Badge<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmel.org%2…>! [cid:image001.png@01D7DA31.C0A0DF20] [cid:image002.png@01D7DA31.C0A0DF20]

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Reminder: CSLP Summer Symposium is Dec. 2! Register TODAY!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 15 Nov '21

15 Nov '21

REGISTRATION IS OPEN! CSLP is excited to announce our first Summer Symposium. Collaborative Summer Library Program Summer Symposium [Text, background pattern Description automatically generated] Who is this conference for? All library staff that are interested in summer programming. Where is the conference? Virtually - anywhere with an internet connection. When is the conference? Thursday December 2, 2021 ~ 11:30 am - 4:30 pm (EST) When does registration open? Now! Register here<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.event…> How much is the registration fee for this virtual symposium? FREE!!!! Where can I learn more? https://www.cslpreads.org/summer-symposium/<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprotect2.…> Schedule 11:30-11:45 Welcome CSLP Executive Director, Luke Kralik 11:45-12:45 Summer Matters: Making All Learning Count Keynote - Liz McChesney Elizabeth (Liz) McChesney is the 2021 recipient of the Association for Library Service to Children's (ALSC) Distinguished Service Award. This prestigious award honors an individual who has made significant contributions to library service to children and to ALSC. McChesney is the Outreach and Partnership Consultant for Laundry Literacy Coalition and the previous Director of Children's Services and Family Engagement at Chicago Public Libraries. She serves as Senior Advisor to the Urban Libraries Council and as the Library Advisor to the National Summer Learning Association. 1:00-1:45 - Session 1 You're Gonna Need a Bigger Flyer: Library Summer Program Marketing Crash Course Cari Hillman, Community Engagement Director of the MidPointe Library System shares marketing tips and tricks to help make your summer a success. Scalable to libraries of all sizes, this session will outline the power of a comprehensive marketing plan and ways to use CSLP resources for your marketing. 2:00-3:00 - Session 2 What's Great About Your Community: Extending your connections to youth and families Join us in an informal conversation about how you can connect with the assets in your community - people, organizations, and places - to build summer services that benefit youth and families. We'll share examples and provide an opportunity for you to explore your own community's assets and to get feedback from others. 3:15-4:25 - Session 3 Catch the Programming Wave (with Oceans of Possibilities)! Dive into new programming and display ideas with CSLP! We will provide oversight to the new 2022 Oceans of Possibilities manual, highlight ideas for all age groups, and delve into display concepts. 4:25-4:30 - Closing Also of note: * Sessions will be recorded and made available to registered attendees. * A pre-recorded bonus session titled "Feeding Your Community: Summer Meals at Libraries" will be released with the other recordings. Full description of this session is on the Summer Symposium website<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcontinuin…>. We hope to see you then! 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://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmail2.mcls…> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. Are you a library front line staffer? Join me in becoming an eResources expert by completing the MeL Maven Badge<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmel.org%2…>! [cid:image004.png@01D7DA0F.6CC9AD40] [cid:image005.png@01D7DA0F.6CC9AD40]

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SAD lamps
by Deb Craig 15 Nov '21

15 Nov '21

Hello all, I'm wondering if any of your libraries are circulating these lamps in your collection? If so, would you share details? Model of lamp? Popularity? Issues? Thanks so much, Deb Craig Circulation Services Willard Public Library Battle Creek, Mi.

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Grosse Pointe Items Still Available
by Matthew Kessler 15 Nov '21

15 Nov '21

Hello, We still have 4 sets of children's tables and 5 folding tables available for those interested. Also, a shelving unit to display new items and/or magazines. All items are first come, first serve. Contact pmcclary(a)grossepointelibrary.org<mailto:pmcclary@grossepointelibrary.org> for inquires. Thanks, [cid:image002.jpg@01D7DA0E.5370FCF0]MATTHEW KESSLER TEEN LIBRARIAN (313) 640-4775 ext. 2205 Expand learning, inspire creativity and connect our community grossepointelibrary.org

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Acrylic computer cases 5 available
by Sherri West 15 Nov '21

15 Nov '21

We have 5 computer locking acrylic cases. Only 1 has the front cover. All have locks but we cannot locate the keys. Any interest please respond to sherri.west(a)westlandlibrary.org Sherri L. West HR Assistant Westland Public Library 734-326-6123 ext.2827

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Free books available from MI's $mart Money Kids Read
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 15 Nov '21

15 Nov '21

[cid:image009.png@01D7DA05.FC178350]Michigan Public Libraries: Would you like FREE CHILDREN'S BOOKS to give away at your April storytimes? Michigan's $mart Money Kids Read program will once again take place during National Financial Literacy Month, April, 2022. With generous monetary support from Michigan Credit Unions, free books for interested public libraries to incorporate into story times, April 1-30, 2022, are being offered. 2022 Title: Count on Pablo! A Math Matters book, by Barbara deRubertis, illustrated by Rebecca Thornburgh. What to do? * Plan your money-themed storytime(s) NOW, to take place between April 1-30, 2022! * Subscribe to receive monthly enews from the Michigan Financial Wellness Network; go to http://www.mifinancialwellness.org/partners.html & click "Subscribe". You'll receive periodic updates and notices. * Complete the MICHIGAN questionnaire for FREE BOOKS and, via RIDES/TLN, we'll send you books attending families to keep a copy. (quantities are limited) https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6OQBXJBE8O6FnxJFWrB515trfM2aow_W…. You may also plan money-themed programs for TEENS & ADULTS during Smart Money Michigan Month. * As soon as you have your money-themed storytime event(s) finalized, share the information via our Michigan Event Sheet: * https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6_em9KnmQozw65doH9rqBv1TJH6PlRgt… * After your event takes place, it is imperative that you enter your participant number! You will return to your book request and enter the number of participants at the bottom of the form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6OQBXJBE8O6FnxJFWrB515trfM2aow_W… * Stay in touch with the Michigan Financial Wellness Network and Smart Money Michigan initiative year-round! Go to and LIKE - our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/MIFinancialWellness. And FOLLOW on twitter: www.twitter.com/MiFinWellNet<http://www.twitter.com/MiFinWellNet> Special THANKS to our generous 8-year-running $mart Money MI Kids Read underwriting partner, Michigan Credit Unions. Thanks also to the Library of Michigan, Novi Public Library, and The Library Network & RIDES for their support. Questions about the Michigan $mart Money Kids Read program may be directed to Michigan Financial Wellness Network Chair, Kelly Masters: MiFinancialWellness(a)gmail.com<mailto:MiFinancialWellness@gmail.com>. [cid:image010.png@01D7DA05.FC178350] [cid:image011.png@01D7DA05.FC178350] 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://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmail2.mcls…> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. Are you a library front line staffer? Join me in becoming an eResources expert by completing the MeL Maven Badge<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmel.org%2…>! [cid:image001.png@01D7DA04.3D0CEAA0] [cid:image002.png@01D7DA04.3D0CEAA0]

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