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Virtual Preview of Michigan Learning Channel
by Saj, Lauren - Staff <laurensaj＠delta.edu> 01 Jul '21

01 Jul '21

Hello Everyone, This is just a reminder that the Michigan Learning Channel Preview will take place on 7/6/21 at 4pm. We look forward to seeing you there! Lauren Saj Station Engagement Coordinator Delta College Public Media and Michigan Learning Channel (989) 686-9346

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East Lansing Public Library is hiring!
by Brice Bush 01 Jul '21

01 Jul '21

The East Lansing Public Library (ELPL) is looking for energetic, forward thinking people who are enthusiastic about working with children and teens. We are currently hiring a Youth Services Specialist and Teen Services Specialist to join our team. If you are interested, please follow the link below to submit a City of East Lansing application, cover letter, and resume. https://www.elpl.org/working-at-the-library/ These postings will be open through Monday, July 12, 2021. Please feel free to contact me with questions. Brice Bush, Assistant Director East Lansing Public Library bbush(a)cityofeastlansing.com<mailto:bbush@cityofeastlansing.com> Office: (517) 319 6939 Mobile: (989) 284 7598

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Fantastic Job Opportunity Awaits
by Lisa Waskin 01 Jul '21

01 Jul '21

If you would like to spend your days and nights in Michigan’s Outdoor Playground, not just for vacation but as a new lifestyle, then this is the perfect opportunity for you. Located in Marquette, Michigan, the Superiorland Library Cooperative is seeking a new Director to join the team of librarians that serve the diverse communities that make up our cooperative. Director of Superiorland Library Cooperative Michigan’s northernmost library cooperative, serving most of the Upper Peninsula and parts of the Northern Lower Peninsula, is looking for a forward thinking, dynamic, and experienced leader to take us into the future of library service. The Superiorland Library Cooperative works for our 36 member libraries to provide current, innovative, and quality service to the communities they serve. The libraries within our cooperative are diverse, multi-type, creative, collaborative, and resourceful. The cooperative’s director, staff, and member libraries are what drives the success of the organization. We work collaboratively, and are seeking a team builder, critical thinker, and dynamic personality to take us forward in these unprecedented times. The ideal candidate will possess skills in technology, training, team building, and knowledge of emerging trends to help lead SLC into a new era of library service. This individual will be articulate and have the knowledge and experience to work effectively with library governing boards, librarians, staff, public officials and organizations, and community groups. The Cooperative’s mission is to provide and facilitate quality services developed through collaboration with our member libraries. We also strive to provide a high return on the libraries’ financial investment in the consortia. Qualifications and Requirements:  MLIS from an American Library Association accredited institution.  Minimum of four years of progressive responsibility with both administrative and supervisory experience in a public library, or equivalent, required. - OR - (Minimum of four years of progressive responsibility with both significant library management and administrative experience in a public library or equivalent, including experience managing library automation systems and related technologies.)  Experience working with or reporting to a governing board is required.  Grant writing and contract negotiation/management experience is required.  Experience with multi-type libraries is desirable.  Superior skills in verbal and written communication, along with excellent diplomacy skills.  Flexibility to embrace challenges.  Able to lead, plan, and coordinate the work of the cooperative staff.  Exercises tact, courtesy and good judgment in decision making and evaluation of situations.  Ensures that professional development and continuing learning opportunities are offered to staff and the membership.  Ability to manage and complete many simultaneous tasks.  Position requires a significant amount of travel within the state of Michigan. Superiorland Library Cooperative is located in the beautiful city of Marquette, Michigan, on the shore of Lake Superior. Home to Northern Michigan University, this community combines a historic downtown, with a vibrant, young population and many activities, both indoor and outdoor, in the state’s most amazing playground – The Upper Peninsula. Located a short drive away from places like Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Grand Island, Au Sable Falls, camping and hiking; as well as museums and other cultural attractions, Marquette is a great place to live for all ages. Working as Director of Superiorland Library Cooperative is a rare opportunity that enables professional growth and development, participation in professional groups, and networking.  The annual salary for this position is $68,000 - $75,000, depending on qualifications and experience.  Moving expense stipend is included.  A generous benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, and a defined contribution retirement plan, is included.  Considerable paid time off, including vacation, sick time, personal days, and paid holidays. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume via email to: directorsearch(a)superiorlandlibrary.org Deadline for submission is August 7, 2021 by 4:00 pm ET. Superiorland Library Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. Repectfully, Search Committee Chair Lisa Waskin, Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Ph. (906) 632-9331 Fax (906) 635-0210 lisaw(a)uproc.lib.mi.us <mailto:lisaw@uproc.lib.mi.us>

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Job Posting - Children's Librarian, full-time
by Claire Lopiccolo 01 Jul '21

01 Jul '21

Romeo District Library is looking for a full-time Children's Librarian to join our team! We are looking for someone with a passion for books, a love of working with children, and a drive to make things better for the children (especially ages 0-5) and families in our community. We are improving our partnership with the schools and want to strengthen our early literacy efforts. Must be self-motivated and great about working as part of a team. Must have a flexible schedule, evening and weekend hours are part of the job. Must be passionate about outreach and removing barriers. Must be ready to plan engaging programs and storytimes. Please see our attached posting or go to our website: www.rdl.org for the job posting under the link for Employment. This position is 40 hours a week, and pays $17-19/hour with great benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, paid time off, health savings account, retirement plan) Accepting submissions through Friday, July 23, 2021. -- *Claire Lopiccolo* Director (586) 239-0256

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Cats--Adopting, Fostering, Feeding, Ferals, Nenoates--Q&A with the Cat Shelter Catfe
by Jeff Milo 01 Jul '21

01 Jul '21

Join us virtually on Thursday, July 8, at 6:30pm Sign up: http://tinyurl.com/fern-cats <https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Ftinyurl.com%2Ffern-cats%3Ffbcl…> A volunteer from the Catfe/Ferndale Cat Shelter will talk about how to truly treat a cat, especially when it comes to fostering, adopting, and even feeding neonates. With Q&A from our virtual audience. Click the sign-up link above, and we'll share a Zoom link with you on the date of the event (July 8 ). [image: 193171550_4042836082428884_153870131002272328_n.jpg]

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Facebook stats
by bellairelibrary＠torchlake.com 01 Jul '21

01 Jul '21

What is everyone counting for stats from Facebook? Reached or engaged? -- Cindi L. Place, MLIS Director, Bellaire Public Library bellairelibrary(a)torchlake.com 231-533-8814

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FW: RELEASE: Gov. Whitmer, Meijer and Michigan Association of United Ways Announce Launch of ‘MI Shot To Win Sweepstakes’ to Encourage More Michiganders to Get COVID-19 Vaccinations
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 01 Jul '21

01 Jul '21

Hello: Please see notice below of Michigan vaccine incentive lottery. Michiganders ages 18 and older are eligible. The hope is that this many encourage unvaccinated Michiganders to get their shot(s). Libraries with hesitant staff and or patrons may find this information useful. The link to participate is : www.MIShotToWin.com<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> Have a great Holiday! Sincerely, Clare From: Michigan Executive Office of the Governor <mieog(a)govsubscriptions.michigan.gov> Sent: Thursday, July 1, 2021 10:07 AM To: Membiela, Clare (MDE) <MembielaC(a)michigan.gov> Subject: RELEASE: Gov. Whitmer, Meijer and Michigan Association of United Ways Announce Launch of ‘MI Shot To Win Sweepstakes’ to Encourage More Michiganders to Get COVID-19 Vaccinations [Header 2021]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 1, 2021 Contact: press(a)michigan.gov<mailto:press@michigan.gov> Gov. Whitmer, Meijer and Michigan Association of United Ways Announce Launch of ‘MI Shot To Win Sweepstakes’ to Encourage More Michiganders to Get COVID-19 Vaccinations New giveaways will offer vaccinated Michiganders opportunity to win a combined total of $5 million in cash and nine $55,000 college scholarships LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer today announced the creation of the MI Shot To Win Sweepstakes, a lottery-style raffle that gives vaccinated Michiganders a chance to win $5 million in cash and a combined total of nearly $500,000 in college scholarships. The MI Shot To Win Sweepstakes is the latest kickoff in a series of lottery-style raffles by other states such as Ohio’s first-in-the-nation launch of the "Vax-a-Million<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…>" campaign. Ohio said vaccinations<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> in the state increased 94% among 16- and 17- year-olds, 46% among 18- and 19-year-olds and 55% among those between 20 and 49 years old after Gov. Mike DeWine announced the lotteries. Under Michigan’s new sweepstakes, residents age 18 and older who have received one dose of vaccine are eligible to register for a combined total of $5 million in cash giveaways. In addition, Michigan’s vaccine sweepstakes will offer the opportunity to win one of nine Scholarship Drawing prizes available to vaccinated Michiganders between ages 12-17 whose parents enter on their behalf. Each Scholarship Drawing prize consists of a four-year Michigan Education Trust (MET) charitable tuition contract (valued at $55,000) that may be used to pay for tuition and mandatory fees at a college or university in accordance with MET terms and conditions. The sweepstakes begin today (July 1) and end on Aug. 3, 2021. Eligibility criteria for each of the drawings is at: www.MIShotToWin.com<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…>. “If there’s one thing every Michigander can agree on, it’s that whatever Ohio can do, Michigan can do it better and bigger,” said Governor Whitmer. “This sweepstakes gives every Michigander who’s been vaccinated a shot to win cash or college scholarships,” Whitmer said. “It’s also a great way to encourage more Michiganders to get the safe and effective vaccine so you can protect yourself, your family, and help get life back to normal. If we all roll up our sleeves and do our part, we can all win big. Let’s get to work!” Michigan’s sweepstakes giveaway is powered by Meijer in partnership with the Michigan Association of United Ways and the State of Michigan. The statewide vaccine sweepstakes is supported by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Michigan Chamber of Commerce, Michigan Association of State Universities, Small Business Association of Michigan, Business Leaders of Michigan, the Protect Michigan Commission and many more organizations. Michiganders can qualify to enter the sweepstakes by getting vaccinated for COVID-19 at Meijer or receiving their vaccine from their doctor, local health department, pharmacy, hospital, etc. The MI Shot To Win Sweepstakes giveaways include: · $1 Million Drawing. There is one (1) $1M Drawing prize for Michiganders age 18 and older consisting of $1 million awarded as a check or electronic transfer to the confirmed winner. · $50,000 Daily Drawings. There are thirty (30) $50,000 Daily Drawing prizes available for Michiganders age 18 and older, each consisting of $50,000 awarded as a check or electronic transfer to the confirmed winners. · $2 Million Drawing. There is one (1) $2 Million Drawing prize for Michiganders age 18 and older consisting of $2 million awarded as a check or electronic transfer to the confirmed winner. · Scholarship Drawing. There are nine (9) Scholarship Drawing prizes available for Michiganders between ages 12-17 whose parents enter on their behalf. Each Scholarship Drawing prize consists of a four-year Michigan Education Trust (MET) Charitable Tuition Program contract (valued at $55,000) that may be used to pay for tuition and mandatory fees at a college or university in accordance with MET terms and conditions. The goal of the public outreach campaign, consisting of a series of statewide drawings, is to raise awareness of the availability and efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines and provide incentives to Michiganders to get a COVID-19 vaccination. The aim of the MI Shot To Win Sweepstakes is to increase the state’s vaccination rate by roughly 9% – or approximately 767,000 Michiganders – to achieve the statewide goal of 70% of residents age 16 and older who are immunized. “The data reflect that the vast number of Michiganders who are not yet vaccinated are actually not opposed to getting vaccinated,” said MDHHS Director Elizabeth Hertel. As of June 29, 2021, 61.7% (more than 4.9 million Michiganders) age 16 and older have received their first dose of a COVID-19 vaccination, according to Michigan Department of Health and Human Services data. To reach 70%, a total of 5,667,842 residents age 16 and older will need to be immunized. “Events that can draw attention to getting vaccinated – like the MI Shot To Win Sweepstakes – make us enthusiastic as the data we’ve reviewed of vaccine lotteries in other states is showing they’re very effective at getting more people vaccinated very quickly,” said Protect Michigan Commission Director Kerry Ebersole Singh. Michigan is not alone in reporting waning interest of residents receiving their first dose of COVID-19 vaccinations. Nationally, vaccinations have fallen from over 3 million per day in April to about 1.8 million per day, according to Our World in Data. To reverse the trend, states such as Ohio, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Oregon, Colorado and others have announced innovative large-scale raffles that are producing quantifiably successful results. “At Michigan Association of United Ways, the health of our state remains a top priority,” said MAUW President and CEO Mike Larson. “We are thrilled that the COVID-19 vaccine has made a positive impact throughout the communities we serve, but there is more to be done,” Larson said. “Alongside Meijer and with our additional partners, we are excited to be part of the MI Shot to Win. The MI Shot to Win is a great way to make the vaccine more available to more people and encourage those to take advantage of it for their health.” Gov. Whitmer created the Protect Michigan Commission<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> in January. The appointees represent a diverse array of industries, professions and backgrounds. Housed within the MDHHS, commission leaders are charged with helping to ensure every Michigander has a plan to get vaccinated against COVID-19. # # # STAY CONNECTED: [Visit us on Facebook]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> [Visit us on Twitter]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> [Sign up for email updates]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> Subscriber Services:: Manage Preferences<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> | Unsubscribe<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> | Help<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> [Bookmark and Share] <https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…> ________________________________ This email was sent to membielac(a)michigan.gov<mailto:membielac@michigan.gov> using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Michigan Executive Office of the Governor · 111 S. 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Historical newspapers and magazines: Presidents Kennedy, Nixon, Ford and WWI; FDR and Truman
by Elaine Didier 30 Jun '21

30 Jun '21

Dear colleagues, A friend has offered print copies of historic newspapers, available free to any library interested. The materials are in good condition. I understand that most libraries are not accepting copies of newspapers, favoring digital access instead, but am offering just in case. If interested, let me know and I’ll forward your message to the donor. Thanks, Elaine Didier Retired Director, Ford Presidential Library and Museum

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Rare job opportunity in beautiful Traverse City Michigan!
by Deb Radjenovich 30 Jun '21

30 Jun '21

The Traverse Area District Library has an exciting job opportunity at our Main Library location. TADL is Class VI library in northern Michigan consisting of the Main library, two branch libraries and 3 member libraries. Traverse City and the surrounding area is a great place to both live and play. If you’re a positive, people-person with mad customer service skills, you might be the perfect fit to lead our Circulation Department! If you are interested in working with a great group of people in a great location, then you need to check out the listing below and/or contact us for more information. This position also comes with great benefits to include MERS Defined Contribution, 401K, holidays, and Paid Time Off along with medical, dental, vision, life insurance and Long Term Disability. You can also find the posting on our website here. https://www.tadl.org/jobs/ *Circulation Coordinator – Main Library * *Library Assistant 4* *Full-time Position* We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-oriented individual who excels in customer service to provide leadership and management support to the District Library for Circulation Services. This individual will work under the Assistant Director of Technology to provide outstanding customer service to library patrons through a variety of customer service related, clerical, sometimes physical tasks as well as management and supervisory duties. This employee may be transferred to another location at any time to meet the needs of the library system. Please see the attached job description for full details. Evening and weekend hours may be required. *Wage Range*: $21.56-28.38 in annual wage steps according to the current union contract *Posting date*: Wednesday, June 30, 2021 *Deadline for applications*: Friday, July 9, 2021 If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your resume, a fully completed TADL application form along with a cover letter to: Human Resources, Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere Ave., Traverse City, MI 49686 or by email to jobs(a)tadl.org. For questions, please call 231-932-8549 or email jobs(a)tadl.org Job Description *Job Title: *Circulation Coordinator *Classification: * Library Assistant 4 – FT *Department: *Circulation *FLSA Status:* Non-Exempt *Reports to*: Assistant Director of Technology *Effective Date*: June 17, 2021 *SUMMARY* The Circulation Coordinator, a member of the management team, is responsible for articulating and promoting Library best practices in the development and implementation of circulation patron services, community outreach, departmental budgeting efficiency, as well as the supervision and professional growth of the Circulation team. Duties may require independent judgment and action within specific parameters. In addition, the Circulation Coordinator is responsible for training staff throughout the district on the Evergreen ILS and on MeLCat and is the Main branch contact person for RIDES. To perform this job successfully, an individual in this position must be able to meet or excel in the following representative responsibilities, knowledge, and abilities: *ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * · Selects, trains, monitors and appraises performance of the Circulation staff according to library policy. · Trains all District and Contract library staff on the Evergreen ILS and on MeLCat. · Oversees the process of checking materials in and out of the district library. · Oversees the handling of money at the circulation desk. · Coordinates the library’s involvement with MeLCat in relation to circulation. · Coordinates the Main branch library’s involvement with RIDES in relation to circulation. · Collaborates with other departments on community outreach. · Participates in short- and long-term planning for the District. · Provides statistical data regarding library usage on a monthly basis to the Library Director and Board of Trustees. · Prepares related reports and correspondence and attends Key Staff meetings. · Analyzes delinquent accounts and works with outside agencies on collection issues and processes. · Provides input for budget development and monitors expenditures. · Resolves patron service complaints and problems. · Performs related duties as required. *KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES* · Considerable knowledge of best practices for providing public library service. · Ability to work effectively with the public and co-workers. · Ability to interpret and apply library policies. · Skilled in resolving complaints and personnel conflicts. · Ability to lift 30 lbs on a regular basis. *EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and OTHER Qualifications Include:* · Associate’s Degree with Bachelor’s Degree preferred · Five years of customer service experience · Three years supervisory experience · Valid Michigan Driver’s License Although reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, visual and communication ability is required. Deb Radjenovich, SHRM-SCP she/her/hers Business Manager Traverse Area District Library 610 Woodmere Ave Traverse City, MI 49686 dradjenovich(a)tadl.org 231-932-8549 www.tadl.org

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Library evaluation question
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 30 Jun '21

30 Jun '21

Good afternoon, I've received a question from a Utah librarian about evaluations of library services/programming and community surveys and if anyone would be willing to share their examples positive changes in their library or community because of the lessons learned from the data. If you'd like to share, you can send information to me or to Molly Cozzens at The County Library in West Jordan at mcozzens(a)slcolibrary.org<mailto:mcozzens@slcolibrary.org>. Thanks so much! Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021, www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> Are you, or do you know, a certified teacher wanting to get back to the classroom? We can help streamline the path back. Please click here<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…>. [cid:image001.jpg@01D76DD7.FC2D6A70]

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