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MLA Annual Conference wants you!
by Amber Sheerin 05 May '21

05 May '21

Please consider submitting a proposal for the MLA conference scheduled virtually October 13-14, 2021. This has been a year of expedited growth and innovation. It has been a year of strength and resiliency. It has been a year of social distanced community collaboration. You’ve been spearheading new initiatives, discovering new ways to reach your patrons and students, and striving to improve your professional skills. We want to hear all about it, and about how your ideas are going to drive Michigan’s libraries and library professionals into the future. The call is open until May 21st. More information can be found here: https://www.milibraries.org/call-for-proposals [A picture containing text, clipart Description automatically generated] Amber Sheerin, CMP, CTA Program and Event Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 517-816-7015 asheerin(a)milibraries.org<mailto:asheerin@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.milibr…> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> and Twitter<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…>!

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Director Opportunity
by Jennifer Thorson 05 May '21

05 May '21

Hello Everyone, Hello Everyone, The Reed City Area District Library Board is accepting resumes for a full time Library Director of the Reed City Area District Library (RCADL). The Library Director works under the general administrative direction of the Library Board. For the complete posting and job description, head over to our website www.reedcitylibrary.org Reed City Area District Library is an equal opportunity employer and provider. Have a great day! Jennifer Jennifer Thorson Interim Director, Reed City Area District Library 829 South Chestnut Street Reed City, MI 49677 (231) 832-2131 jthorson(a)reedcitylibrary.org <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free. www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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Spring Survey- Evaluation of LSTA funded Services and Programs
by Williams, Barbara (MDE) 04 May '21

04 May '21

The Library of Michigan collects evaluation feedback of our services each year so we can provide data to the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) as a requirement of our Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funding grant. Our 2021 spring survey covers the following programs: * Michigan Public Library Trustee Manual<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89735_89755-4…> * Public Library Financial Management Guide<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89735_89754--…> * Counting Opinions' LibPas (Annual Report)<https://mi.countingopinions.com/> * Niche Academy<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills> * WebJunction<https://www.webjunction.org/home.html> * United for Libraries<http://www.ala.org/united/> * Ploud<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89735_89757--…> * Support services provided by E-Rate Central<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89735_89752--…> If you or your library have participated in or used the programs/services above in the previous 12 months, please take a moment to give us very brief feedback using the survey link below. You can submit a response for one or more of the programs/services listed above. Please share the survey widely with other staff in your library that may have also used of the programs/services too. Survey link: survey.alchemer.com<https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6239688/Annual-Spring-Survey-2021> We really appreciate the time you take to provide us with feedback each year. Thank you all very much for helping us with these annual reporting requirements for the Institute of Museum and Library Services. We will keep this survey open through May 31. These projects were made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. [Logo Description automatically generated with medium confidence] Barbara Williams, MLIS Library Data Analyst (MDE) Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 WilliamsB39(a)michigan.gov<mailto:WilliamsB39@michigan.gov> I (517) 241-2149

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Equine Therapy Program May 18
by Arleen Wood 04 May '21

04 May '21

May 18 @ 6:30 p.m. the Iosco-Arenac District Library is hosting a virtual program with guest speaker Barb Clare, executive director of Pegasus Springs Therapeutic Riding Center. Pegasus Springs' instructors are certified specialists in equine therapies that support the well-being of individuals with cognitive, physical, emotional, and social special needs. Attached is a flyer, feel free to share. No registration required. The library website has point and click access on its home page. Arleen -- -- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com

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CSLP Materials & Intellectual Property
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 04 May '21

04 May '21

There is still time to purchase official Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) #TailsAndTales materials, shirts, posters, and incentives: https://www.cslpreads.org/cslp-store/. Please remember that official CSLP partners can be found here: https://www.cslpreads.org/membership-information/our-partners/<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cslpr…>. Any company selling merchandise with CSLP slogans, such as "Tails and Tales", or artwork NOT listed on the partnership page is infringing on CSLP intellectual property. Please help support CSLP; please do not purchase unauthorized merchandise, and please report infringement to luke.kralik(a)cslpreads.org<mailto:luke.kralik@cslpreads.org>. For public library members of CSLP, please keep in mind the Terms of Use guidance<https://www.cslpreads.org/terms-of-use/terms-of-use/>. All public libraries in MI are members of CSLP, thanks to support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Please contact me if you have 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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Virtual Author Visit With Tim Brady - Jackson District Library
by Community Engagement 04 May '21

04 May '21

Celebrate the anniversary of V/E Day with us this evening! Virtual Author Visit With Tim Brady May 4 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm EDT Join us for a presentation and Q&A with author Tim Brady on his new WWII-inspired novel Three Ordinary Girls in honor of V/E Day. This program will take place on Zoom. To join, click: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89835856465 The program will also be streaming live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jacksondistrictlibrary Tim Brady is an award-winning author, whose books, His Father's Son: The Life of General Ted Roosevelt, Jr., Twelve Desperate Miles, A Death in San Pietro, and now Three Ordinary Girls: The Remarkable Story of Three Dutch Teenagers Who Became Spies, Saboteurs, Nazi Assassins-And World War II Heroes have received critical acclaim. He has contributed to PBS history documentaries and has written for a wide array of magazines. He lives in St. Paul, Minnesota and is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin (B.A. 1979) and the Iowa Writers' Workshop (M.F.A.1983). If you have any questions or would like additional info, please let me know! Best, Anna Community Engagement Department Jackson District Library 244 W. Michigan Avenue Jackson, MI 49201 O: 517-905-1317 Community(a)myjdl.com<mailto:Community@myjdl.com> [1599237357074_image001.png]

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Attack of the Nerds | A Star Wars Podcast
by Andy Myers 04 May '21

04 May '21

Hello MichLib-land, Planning ahead for Star Wars Day, Adrian District Library's Semi Bookish nerds crew took to the microphone to create a special May the 4th (be with you) podcast. Made for fans by fans. You can check it out here: https://adriandistrictlibrary.podbean.com/e/attack-of-the-nerds-episode-1-a… How are other libraries celebrating Star Wars Day? Best, Andy Andy Myers Marketing and Outreach | Library Assistant Adrian District Library 143 E. Maumee St. Adrian, MI 49221 517.265.2265 amyers(a)adrian.lib.mi.us

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JOB: Wisconsin - Monarch Library System
by Libraryjobs 04 May '21

04 May '21

Director, Monarch Library System (Wisconsin) Monarch Library System <https://www.johnkeister.com/monarch/libraryinfo/>, one of 16 state-funded regional library systems in Wisconsin, seeks an enthusiastic and visionary leader as its next Director. Headquartered in Sheboygan, the system supports 31-member libraries that provide service to more than 425,000 residents of four counties. The Director opening is a great opportunity to lead the library system forward and strengthen its member libraries by fostering collaboration and innovation. The ideal candidate will be someone with a passion and talent for communicating, networking, and planning. Salary $85,000/year or higher, negotiable based on experience. Excellent benefits. Please visit www.johnkeister.com/monarch <https://www.johnkeister.com/monarch/> for details and to apply. Questions? We welcome inquiries. John Keister & Associates Executive Search for Libraries johnkeister.com <https://www.johnkeister.com/> monarch(a)johnkeister.com <mailto:monarch@johnkeister.com> 847-955-0541

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Young adult books for donation
by Nancy Folaron 04 May '21

04 May '21

Our local high school is currently collecting books to be donated to a high school library that had been flooded, but they are no longer needed there. Does anyone know of an organization that collects books to be donated? Or a school library in need of donations? Thanks in advance, Nancy Folaron -- Nancy Folaron, Assistant Director Shiawassee District Library/Durand Memorial Branch 700 N. Saginaw St. Durand, MI 48429 989-288-3743

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JOB: Indianapolis - Public Services Manager
by Libraryjobs 04 May '21

04 May '21

Public Services Manager Hamilton East Public Library (Indianapolis area) Located northeast of Indianapolis, the Hamilton East Public Library <https://www.johnkeister.com/hepl/> seeks a talented Public Services Manager. The library serves about 141,000 residents through its two locations in Hamilton County. HEPL has a culture that embraces change, innovation, and progress. The Public Services Manager is a core member of the library’s senior leadership team and is responsible for all aspects of services to the public. With a focus on customer service, the Public Services team will ensure services, programs, collections, and programs reflect the needs and tastes of the community. A priority of this role is to nurture an inclusive culture that celebrates the voices and viewpoints of all community members. Salary $54,000/year or higher, negotiable based on experience. Excellent benefits. Please visit www.johnkeister.com/hepl/ <https://www.johnkeister.com/hepl/> for details and to apply. Questions? We welcome inquiries. John Keister & Associates Executive Search for Libraries johnkeister.com <https://www.johnkeister.com/> hepl(a)johnkeister.com <mailto:hepl@johnkeister.com> 847-955-0541

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