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New Pew: Social Media Use In 2021
by Jim Flury 09 Apr '21

09 Apr '21

Good Morning, While there are likely no surprises in store for anyone who reads this, the report contains useful information concerning which social media platforms are being used and by whom, which could in turn serve to provide guidance as to which platforms to use to promote your library, as well as which age group(s) is/are most likely to see those promotional efforts. [ https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2021/04/07/social-media-use-in-2021/ | https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2021/04/07/social-media-use-in-2021/ ] Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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New MeL Virtual Rooms!
by Breed, Liz (MDE) 09 Apr '21

09 Apr '21

MeL is excited to share our new virtual library rooms! Designed to support virtual and hybrid learning, MeL's virtual library rooms provide new ways to engage patrons, spotlight your library collections, and provide a sense of place. Virtual library rooms are available for early childhood, school age, and teen patrons. Features * Rooms are created in Google Slides to offer lots of flexibility. Make your own copy and customize as much as you want, including adding your library's logo, then publish! * Customize the books you place on the bookshelves, including curating by theme or topic. * Clickable objects are directly linked to MeL content. * A "Tour Michigan with MeL<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmel.org%2…>" map is available in each room with links directly to content in MeL. You'll find the link to the virtual library rooms<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdrive.goo…> on MeL.org's Library Staff<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmel.org%2…> page. Here's a peek at the early childhood virtual library room. [Michigan eLibrary early childhood virtual library space.] If you are having any issues linking to MeL eResources, please reference the MeL eResource Access Page<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mcls.…> or contact meldatabaseshelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:meldatabaseshelp@mcls.org>. Happy Friday! Liz Breed Michigan eLibrary Coordinator Library of Michigan | Michigan Department of Education 517-335-1497 | breedl(a)michigan.gov<mailto:breedl@michigan.gov> www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> | Follow MeL: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mel.org/> and Twitter<https://twitter.com/meldotorg> [cid:image002.png@01D72D1A.D8D89070]

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Bloomfield Township Public Library closed until Tuesday, April 13
by Tera Moon 08 Apr '21

08 Apr '21

Hello everyone - Bloomfield Township Public Library will be closed Friday, April 9 through Monday, April 12 due to an employee testing positive for COVID-19. During this time we will deep-clean the building. The drive-up materials return will be open. The plan is to reopen on Tuesday, April 13. Stay safe and healthy, Tera Moon Assistant Library Director Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Road Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 248-642-5800 x112 moontera(a)btpl.org [1587067101263]

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PSA April is Autism Month Virtual Presentation
by Tina Russette 08 Apr '21

08 Apr '21

Hello Everyone, Please join us for a virtual event this Monday, 4/12/21 at 6:30 pm for Autism Awareness. Presenters for this event will be representatives from STRIVE and from Autism Support and Resource Center. General information about Autism and available resources will be provided. After the presentation, there will be time for questions. Please register on our website at https://hollylibrary.org/events. The Zoom link will be emailed the morning of the event. Please share with your library community and staff. [image: image.png] Tina -- Tina Marie Russette Adult/Teen Services Manager Holly Township Library 1116 N. Saginaw St. Holly, MI 48442 248-634-1754

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teen grab bags
by Joyce Gendron 08 Apr '21

08 Apr '21

Greetings, all! To compensate for loss of in-house programming, we have been issuing seasonal grab bags for kids. They are a hit, and we spend upwards of $100 a month from Oriental Trading. While we are targeting the kids under 12, any ideas for teen grab bags? Please comment! Joyce Gendron Waldron District Library

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Tails & Tales Reading Logs from LM
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 08 Apr '21

08 Apr '21

The 2021 Tails & Tales Reading Logs from LM are up on our website: www.Mi.gov/SummerReading<http://www.Mi.gov/SummerReading>, or you can find them directly linked below. Michigan public libraries are encouraged to download and edit the following PDF's to include their library's programming, logo and contact information. A library might also choose to edit out the reading log lines and input additional programming or add a reading recommendation list. Need to know how to edit a PDF? A quick search online will give you free resources and instructions to meet your needs! * Salina Yoon's "Tails & Tales" Farm Artwork<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2021_Summer_Reading…> * Salina Yoon's "Tails & Tales" Jungle Artwork<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2021_Summer_Reading…> * Salina Yoon's "Tails & Tales" Under the Sea Artwork<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2021_Summer_Reading…> * Salina Yoon's "Tails & Tales" Marine Artwork<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2021_Summer_Reading…> The Collaborative Summer Library Program has added the files to the "Additional Program Tools" tab and are available for you to download from the Online Manual site. Here is the direct link, although you do need to be logged in to access them: https://www.cslpreads.org/manual-downloads/<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpr…>. This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Thank you, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her - 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/>

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Register today: New sessions open for Michigan library staff on facilitating effective conversations and meetings!
by Training 08 Apr '21

08 Apr '21

Please excuse cross-list posting. Do you lead meetings at your library? Do you facilitate conversations between staff or patrons and wish you had more training in how to do so effectively? Ever feel ill equipped to handle situations of conflict in a meeting or guide groups to agreement? MCLS will, in partnership with the Library of Michigan, be providing four more training sessions this September, presented by We Can Work It Out, LLC on essential skills for Michigan library staff to facilitate effective conversations and meetings. The workshops, to be held over Zoom again this year for your safety and convenience, will include learning theory, as well as practice of skills and peer feedback, and will include information on facilitating meetings virtually. Because they are heavily subsidized by the Library of Michigan, these workshops are only open to staff of Michigan libraries. A more detailed description of the workshop, along with prerequisite requirements, can be found here: https://www.mcls.org/training-events/events/facilitators-toolbox-2021 Registration<https://store.mcls.org/> is now open for these small, interactive workshops, so find out more and claim your spot today! Questions? Email Training(a)mcls.org<mailto:Training@mcls.org>! [Logo, company name Description automatically generated] This project is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.imls.…>. Additional support provided by the Library of Michigan<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/>.

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Book Lamiation
by Vicksburg Library 08 Apr '21

08 Apr '21

I am having trouble with the current CircExtender2X sticking properly. It leave a lot of bubbles or starts to bubble at the edges once pressed on to the book. When peeling to reposition or fix bubbling it does damage to the paper back book covers. What is everyone using for paper back books to protect them? Is there a better Laminate worth using? Thank you

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NAEYC Week of the Young Child
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 08 Apr '21

08 Apr '21

Hard to believe it's mid-April already! Each year the National Association for the Education of Young Children<https://www.naeyc.org/events/woyc> holds a week-long celebration (April 10-16) honoring early learning, young children, their teachers, and families. This year (2021) is the 50th anniversary-- an exciting milestone for this celebration of educating today's young learners! #WOYC21 https://www.naeyc.org/events/woyc Ways to Celebrate Week of the Young Child in Michigan - Reach out to your local early childhood centers and educators to see how you might collaborate. Download the Press Release here<https://www.miaeyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WOYC-Press-Release.pdf>. * Download Ten Ways to Celebrate here<https://www.miaeyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Top10_WOYCflyer_Updated_2…>. * Download this April calendar of family activities here<https://www.miaeyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WOYC-April-2021-Calendar.…>. * Celebrate Diversity! Download ideas here<https://www.miaeyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/DiversityWOYC-Updated_12-…>. * Celebrate Tasty Tuesday with the Carrot Crunch Resource Guide here<https://www.miaeyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Carrot-Crunch-2021.pdf>. * Download a special 50th Anniversary Week of the Young Child Zoom background to use for all your virtual meetings and events here<https://www.miaeyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/WOYC-2021-zoom-background…>. Do not forget all the great Ready to Read Michigan<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9264,7-381-88855_89743_89749--…> resources to engage with families - feel free to edit & add your library name/logo to distribute materials to early childhood sites in your community. The Library of Michigan, with support by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, also is offering the PLA Early Literacy Activities Calendar to public libraries to distribute for 2021. Contact me with any questions. Thank you, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her - 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/>

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MI PR Group - upcoming meeting April 20 - Think Like A Journalist In A Library Setting
by Kelly Rembert 08 Apr '21

08 Apr '21

Hi Everyone, We hope you can join us for upcoming MI PR Group meetings. The MI PR Group was created to bring Michigan library marketers together to share successes, learn from non-successes, and to tackle industry issues together. Whether your job title is "Marketing", or promotion is just one of many hats you wear, this group is here to support you! Upcoming Meetings: Apr 20, 2021 10:00 AM - Thinking Like a Journalist in a Library Setting - by Jeff Milo - And that ties into creating press releases, anticipating what your local press outlets find interesting, figuring out when and how to promote something, and remembering how to be concise & attention grabbing at the same time. May 18, 2021 10:00 AM - Summer Library Program Promotion Round table Jun 15, 2021 10:00 AM - Round table discussion - send me the questions or ideas you'd like to discuss Jul 20, 2021 10:00 AM Aug 17, 2021 10:00 AM Sep 21, 2021 10:00 AM Oct 19, 2021 10:00 AM Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system. Monthly: https://michigan-host.zoom.us/meeting/tJEqc--grj0qGdQ5dJwPKs8Eo08-JyN9ZFwT/… Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android:https://michigan-host.zoom.us/j/95746806030?pwd=Wm9uVy9OLzNrcWdKNGovRFcyT3hvUT09 Password: 005180 Or Telephone: Dial: USA 215 446 3649 ( tel:2154463649) USA 8885578511 ( tel:8885578511) (US Toll Free) Conference code: 865869 New MI PR Group Listserv: We have a new MI PR Group listserv courtesy of MCLS! This will help us talk with each other, ask questions and share links. If you would like to be added to this listserv just let me know. As with any listserv you can opt out at any time. Thanks, Kelly Kelly Ireland Rembert Outreach Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 796-4367 ( tel:2487964367) krembert(a)southfieldlibrary.org www.southfieldlibrary.org

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