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Congratulations to all the 4th round ALA LTC Winners
by John Clexton 08 Apr '26

08 Apr '26

Just wanted to congratulate all the LTC (Libraries transforming Communities) 4th round grant winners. ($10,000) The grant is focused on the increase of accessibility of facilities, services, and program to better serve people with disabilities to our small and rural libraries. When any of our Michigan libraries win , we all win. Great Job John Caro Area District Library Coleman Area Library Crawford County Library Frankenmuth Wickson District Library Harrison District Library Hartford Public Library Hastings Public Library Putnam District Library Salem-South Lyon District Library Sebewaing Township Library St. Charles District Library John Clexton Library Director ARSL 2025 Past President Gladwin County District Library jclexton(a)gcdl.org 989-347-1007 [cid:image001.png@01DCC770.3FF68F60]

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Vicksburg District Library and the Pulp & Press Lit Arts Festival
by Eric Hansen 08 Apr '26

08 Apr '26

Good Day! I am sending a reminder that the Pulp & Press Lit Arts Festival is just over two weeks away. Our opening speaker will be Shelby Van Pelt (tickets available through eventbrite). The festival will include more than 30 authors along our book trail. This will be the first literary arts festival in Southwest Michigan and is scheduled for April 24th and 25th in Vicksburg, MI. For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/PulpPressLitArtsFest . Participating organizations include Vicksburg Arts, The Prairie Ronde Artist Gallery/Residency, Gilbert and Ivy Booksellers, Vicksburg District Library, and the Village of Vicksburg -- Eric Hansen Director Vicksburg District Library (269) 649-1648 EHansen(a)VicksburgLibrary.org

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Libraria: New Statewide Book Vendor
by Jim Flury 08 Apr '26

08 Apr '26

All, TLN is pleased to announce that Libraria [ https://www.libraria.com/ | https://www.libraria.com/ ] (if you have been around as long as I have you will probably remember Libraria by their former name of 40+ years, Children's Plus, Inc.) is now included in the Michigan Statewide Contracts and Approved Book/AV Vendor List for Provision of Library Materials and/or Services to Public, School, Academic, and Special Library Cooperative Member Libraries. Details are available in the two Libraria links on the TLN statewide vendor discounts page: [ https://tln.org/page/statewide/ | https://tln.org/page/statewide/ ] Libraria asks that when creating a new account, or when an existing customer is ready to place an order, that libraries use the "Contact Us" in the bottom webpage banner [ https://www.libraria.com/contact | https://www.libraria.com/contact ] and mention that you are ordering on The Library Network contract. Thank you, Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Note New Fax Number: 248-716-5584 Note New Email Address:jflury@tln.org

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Free Circuit Expression
by Mary Gallup 08 Apr '26

08 Apr '26

We recently upgraded to a new cutting machine and have no need for our old Cricut Expression (2006), we have hundreds of cartridges to go with it. Who wants it? Mary Gallup Director Clinton Township Public Library 100 Brown St. Clinton MI 49236

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free Zoom program: Protecting Access: Library Advocacy at the Legislative Level
by Jennifer Dye 08 Apr '26

08 Apr '26

Libraries have been among the institutions affected by the current political climate. Amber Sheerin of the Michigan Library Association will explore the role of the MLA and other similar organizations in influencing legislation and protecting the freedom to read. Tuesday, April 14 6:00-7:30 p.m. Please register on Eventbrite for Zoom: https://dpl-library-access.eventbrite.com If you would like a jpg or pdf of the flyer, please let me know. This is another of DPL's programs in partnership with the Detroit League of Women Voters, promoting voter education and tools for action. It will be available on the League of Women Voters subchannel of DPL's YouTube channel later. Jennifer Jennifer Dye Cataloger Detroit Public Library Main Branch 5201 Woodward Ave Detroit, MI 48202 313-481-1392

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Unearth A Story(TM) Social Media Toolkit is now available!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 08 Apr '26

08 Apr '26

The 2026 Unearth A StoryTM Social Media Toolkit is now available as part of the CSLP Manual!<https://programs.cslpreads.org/> Template links to the Canva Social Medial Toolkit, along with ready-to-use PNG versions, when you login with your CSLP Manual Code. You can access all the images in 3 ways; using a Pro Canva account<https://www.canva.com/canva-for-nonprofits/>(free to libraries), downloading a ZIP file, or by individually saving images. A big thank you to the CSLP Social Media committee, chaired by Michigan's own Katie Rothley, for this toolkit. If you have not received the manual code from your director, you can complete this form<https://forms.gle/xmHYRhnq8oRn7TJ6A> to request the code using your official library email. Please see the 2026 Rules of Use & Trademark Reminder<https://us13.campaign-archive.com/?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405&id=851ada314a> when creating summer reading materials and supports. [https://programs.cslpreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/7-1024x1024.png] 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/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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Upskill: 3 Sessions Left - Cybersecurity Training Opportunity for Library Staff
by Quick, Shauna (MDE) 08 Apr '26

08 Apr '26

Hello, Reminder about this cybersecurity training! ByWater Solutions and Novare Library Services are offering a Digital Defense: Strengthening Library Cybersecurity<https://bywatersolutions.com/news/bywater-solutions-announces-cybersecurity…> Webinar Series this spring. It’s a six-part series featuring expert presenters on practical cybersecurity topics for libraries. All sessions are free, open to anyone, and will be recorded<https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV_OXyJ1D3BhAbJ-skKw88HOqtkBqnTfp>, so you can watch live or later. Here’s what’s coming up: 1. Apr 15 | 2:00 PM EST (Corrected Date) Small Budget, Big Defense: Free and Low-Cost Tools That Protect Your Library with Justin Denton 2. May 13 | 2:00 PM EST Love, Lies, and Loss: A Librarian’s Guide to Romance Scams with Tracy Z. Maleeff (InfoSecSherpa) 3. Jun 10 | 2:00 PM EST Backups and Beyond: Disaster Recovery Planning for Libraries with Justin Denton For more information and to register visit: https://bywatersolutions.com/news/bywater-solutions-announces-cybersecurity… Based on the session descriptions, this series looks like a great way to get clear, practical advice on improving your library’s cybersecurity. The research and resources in this email 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 Library of Michigan cannot endorse specific vendors or brands. Libraries should contact vendors and other experts for advice and to ensure that their choice reflects the unique needs of that library. Always, Shauna Quick Library Technology Access Consultant Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48915 quicks1(a)michigan.gov<mailto:quicks1@michigan.gov> | 517-335-0126 she/her/hers [cid:a48228bf-8172-42a4-ab5c-1a248096990a]<https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/05de81e9d972497b8f56a791b405b02e…> Book time to meet with me<https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/05de81e9d972497b8f56a791b405b02e…> [Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan]<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/resources/michigans-top-10-strategic-education…> [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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INVITATION: Invitation to "Becoming Hockeytown: The Detroit Red Wings at 100" at the Pinckney Library
by Hope Siasoco 07 Apr '26

07 Apr '26

Dear Library Colleagues, The Pinckney Library (125 Putnam St., Pinckney, MI 48169) invites you, your family and friends to a presentation by Jeremy Dimick of the Detroit Historical Society entitled: *Becoming Hockeytown: The Detroit Red Wings at 100* on *Tuesday, April 14 starting at 6:30pm*. *Becoming Hockeytown, the Detroit Red Wings at 100* *In 1926, the Detroit Cougars played their first game in the National Hockey League.* *In the century since, the Cougars became the Red Wings, the most storied of all American hockey clubs, winning eleven Stanley Cup championships, producing some of the game's all-time greats and creating a distinctly Detroit hockey culture.* *Come explore how in the century since that first season Detroit became Hockeytown.* *Note:* This is a hybrid program--In Person at the Pinckney Library or online via Zoom. The presentation is live and will not be recorded. The presenter, Jeremy Dimick will present in person at the library. This presentation is free to the public, but registration is required to attend: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/zOsXLC70ShaIlVukEoswPg#/registrati… (You may register yourself or your group on one form.) *This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Pinckney Library.* For more information, please check out: https://pinckneylibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/NHL-Red-Wings-scaled… or call us at 734-878-3888 or visit us at 125 Putnam St., Pinckney, MI 48169. We look forward to having you join us for this upcoming event celebrating 100 years of The Detroit Red Wings! Sincerely, Hope Siasoco Library Director ------------------------------ She/Her Pinckney Community Public Library 125 Putnam St. Pinckney, MI 48169 Tel: 734-878-2952 Fax: 734-878-2907 Email: hsiasoco(a)pinckneylibrary.org

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Presenter Recommendation- Greg Bodker
by Mick Howey 07 Apr '26

07 Apr '26

Hello Michlib! Last night, Baldwin hosted Greg Bodker and his program "Let's Go Birding." Greg was fantastic! Knowledgeable, engaging, funny, enthusiastic with a wonderful presentation with great photos and audio of birds. A true professional. Much like his visit last year, the weather was interesting. We had wind, hail, and rain- yet still drew a nice crowd of 30. Greg was great with the audience and happily answered their questions after his presentation. Highly recommended! Visit Greg's website Backyard Birds And Beyond <https://www.backyardbirdsandbeyond.com/gregbodkebio> for more information Cheers Mick Howey, MLIS Adult Services Librarian II Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 554-4649 https://www.baldwinlib.org/ Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/72296780?utm_med…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/72296780?utm_med…> [image: Goodreads Logo] <https://www.goodreads.com/?utm_medium=gr_logo&utm_source=email_signature>Get your own email signature <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_instructions?utm_medium=gyo_…>

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MiLEAP: Literacy Trainings and Family Events Expands Across Michigan Amid Growing Demand for Early Learning Support
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 07 Apr '26

07 Apr '26

MiFamily Engagement Center Region 7<https://www.michigan.gov/mileap/education-partnerships/family-partnerships/…> (Ingham ISD) is offering a 2-day workshop<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V9vbPZie2SLohPbXA-g_RA5oPnsnUpvg/view?usp=…> on Family Engagement, May 7th & 8th at Michigan State University. This event is for providers, teachers, coaches, and any other professionals supporting the literacy development of children from birth through age 10. Details and registration here<https://pd.inghamisd.org/catalog/eventdetails/2703>. Additional trainings on the MAISA Literacy Essentials<https://literacyessentials.org/> for educators, and some public family events, are listed in the press release below my signature line. I encourage libraries to reach out to their regional MiFamily Engagement Center<https://www.michigan.gov/mileap/education-partnerships/family-partnerships/…> to partner in engaging with families. 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. [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/>. ________________________________ Subject: PRESS RELEASE: Next Round of Literacy Trainings and Family Events Expands Across Michigan Amid Growing Demand for Early Learning Support Events Planned in Marquette, Big Rapids, Jenison, Scottville, Clare, Metro Detroit and Northeast Michigan Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcontent.govdelivery.com%2Fa…>. [Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 MEDIA CONTACT: MiLEAP-Comms<mailto:MiLEAP-Comms@michigan.gov> Next Round of Literacy Trainings and Family Events Expands Across Michigan Amid Growing Demand for Early Learning Support Events Planned in Marquette, Big Rapids, Jenison, Scottville, Clare, Metro Detroit and Northeast Michigan LANSING, Mich. – A new round of literacy-focused training events and family engagement opportunities is taking place across Michigan in 2026, building on earlier sessions and continuing to bring hands-on strategies and resources to early educators, child care providers, and families in communities statewide. The Literacy Day of Learning events and related trainings, supported by the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP), are part of an ongoing series happening throughout the year in regions including the Upper Peninsula, West Michigan, Central Michigan, Metro Detroit, and Northeast Michigan. The expansion follows strong demand from educators and the value they provide to Michigan’s early childhood workforce—highlighted by a sold-out March session in Grand Rapids that reached 100 participants. “Every child deserves a strong start in literacy, and every provider deserves the resources to make that possible,” said Dr. Beverly Walker-Griffea, director of MiLEAP. “These events help equip educators and families with practical strategies that support children’s language and literacy development from the earliest years.” In partnership with the state’s 10 regional MiFamily Engagement Centers – which connect families, educators, and community organizations to strengthen early learning and development – with additional collaboration from the Michigan Association of Intermediate School Administrators (MAISA) and local partners, these events are designed to support early literacy development from birth through preschool. Attendees will have an opportunity to explore practical, research-based strategies that educators and families can use immediately. Sessions focus on building children’s language, communication, and early reading skills through everyday interactions, intentional use of books, and literacy-rich environments. Each training includes interactive, classroom-ready approaches and may offer up to six hours of instruction that count toward licensing professional development requirements. Trainings are grounded in MAISA’s Literacy Essentials, which outline evidence-based instructional practices for children starting at birth. "MAISA appreciates the partnership and collaboration opportunities with MiLEAP as we support the literacy and early initiatives across the state,” said Tonya Harrison, director of curriculum and instruction for MAISA. “Our shared goal is preparing young children for success in school and life, and these trainings give educators the opportunity to strengthen classroom literacy practices in meaningful ways.”  “Early educators play a critical role in how children learn and use language every day,” said Emily Laidlaw, deputy director at MiLEAP overseeing the Office of Early Education. “These trainings are designed to support that work with simple, practical tools that can be used right away.” Upcoming events include: Upper Peninsula (Region 1) * Marquette – April 9, 2026 Literacy Day of Learning, held in partnership with the Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children UP Conference. Western Michigan (Region 4) (all in partnership with the Great Start to Quality (GSQ) Western Resource Center) * Big Rapids – May 16, 2026 Literacy Essentials Training: “Educators: Point Out the Print!” * Jenison – July 25, 2026 Literacy Essentials Training: “Educators: Get in the Groove with Books and Stories!” * Scottville – Sept. 25–26, 2026 Literacy Essentials Training: “Writing & Sounds” and “Keep the Conversation Going – with Children and Families” Central Michigan (Region 5) * Clare – June 12, 2026 “Unplug and Play” family event featuring take-home literacy materials, held in partnership with the Mid-Michigan Community Action Agency Additional events in Metro Detroit and Northeast Michigan will be announced in the coming months as the series continues. “Attending a recent Literacy Day of Learning was an incredibly valuable experience,” said Judy Vitucci, Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) teacher at Oxford Early Learning Center in Oakland County, who attended a recent Literacy Day of Learning in Grand Rapids. “The training offered practical strategies I could immediately bring into my classroom, and it reinforced how important intentional literacy practices are in the early years. I would strongly encourage other early educators and leaders to take part in these sessions—they’re meaningful, relevant, and truly support the work we do every day with young learners.” The expansion aligns with a broader strategy recently proposed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer to improve literacy outcomes statewide. MiLEAP, in partnership with the Michigan Department of Education, recently released Every Child Reads: Next Steps Forward<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fmileap%2…>, a plan focused on strengthening literacy from early childhood through graduation using proven, research-based approaches. View the Every Child Reads website<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fmileap%2…>. Literacy is foundational to lifelong success, and MiLEAP remains committed to ensuring every child in Michigan has access to high-quality early learning experiences that build strong reading, writing, and communication skills. For more information about upcoming Literacy Day of Learning events or regional opportunities, individuals are encouraged to contact their local MiFamily Engagement Center<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fmileap%2…>. ### About MiLEAP: Established by Governor Whitmer in 2023, MiLEAP’s mission is to improve outcomes from birth to postsecondary so anyone can ‘make it in Michigan’ with a solid education and a path to a good-paying job. To learn more about MiLEAP, go to Michigan.gov/MiLEAP<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/http:%2F%2Fmichigan.gov%2FMiLEAP/1/0101…>. 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