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MiYouth notes
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 15 Apr '21

15 Apr '21

Quick recap on yesterday's MiYouth meeting - we heard about the Talking is Teaching initiative MDE is pushing out to Great Starts across Michigan, and how it complements Ready to Read Michigan's early literacy practices. We had a live demo of the new MeL Virtual Rooms from Liz Breed, and we had time to ask Clare Membiela questions on COVID-19 laws and situations. All the links and notes can be found at: https://bit.ly/MiYouth_4_14_21. See you May 12th for the next MiYouth where we'll discuss the following: Talk: Text to Learn - updates from Ypsilanti District Library MeL Updates Teen Trauma and Teen Mental Health 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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Closes Sunday, April 18! Library Director position-Hoboken Public Library (NJ)
by Jobeth Bradbury 15 Apr '21

15 Apr '21

Library Director - Hoboken Public Library (NJ) Closes April 18, 2021 Reimagine, Restore & Transform. Be a part of planning for the future as the next Library Director, Hoboken Public Library<https://hobokenlibrary.org/> (NJ). Serving as a respected and beloved civic asset located in a historic 1897 landmark building on Church Square Park, the Hoboken Public Library's mission is to "connect people with each other, ideas, and opportunities to support lifelong learning, personal growth, and community development." The Library Director will lead a committed, progressive staff (42 full and part time) as it simultaneously continues to expand and improve traditional library services while transforming and expanding new services focusing on the diversity of Hoboken's population, emergent library technologies, new roles for public libraries, and external partnership development. Working closely with a nine-member appointed Board, a dedicated Friends group, an active Foundation, and City officials, the Library Director will determine the course of library services for years to come. Key opportunities include actively and intentionally supporting an inclusive and welcoming environment for both staff and community members; continuing the work on the Capital Master Plan-3rd floor renovation and new HVAC system of the Main Library, converting the two adjacent townhouses to a library annex space, and entertaining the possibility of a new Uptown Branch facility; expanding the growing outreach services program that explores new service delivery models; increase capacity through space re-design of the Main Library; developing and implementing a new strategic plan; and actively engaging in fundraising, development, and grant-writing. The Hoboken Public Library serves 53,000 City residents and operates with a $6mil annual operating budget. Our Community. Hoboken is a small City with a big heart and embraces all residents-from single, upwardly mobile adults to young families to active seniors. Hoboken celebrates and honors its diverse community where all feel safe, welcomed, and valued. This lively, walkable city is a unique delight. Strategically located on the banks of the Hudson River across from lower Manhattan, residents and visitors enjoy waterside walkways with postcard-perfect views. Hoboken, one of twelve municipalities in Hudson County, packs a punch in one colorful, urban square mile. It has enticing parks, outdoor recreation, and one-of-a kind shopping with restaurants and clubs along the way on its main thoroughfare, Washington Avenue. Hoboken residents enjoy a vibrant quality of life and an energy rare in a city its size. Known as a "Gateway to America," Hudson County is one of the most successful examples of urban development in the United States. For more information on the Library, Hoboken's #1 destination, and the City of Hoboken, visit Hoboken Links<https://www.bradburymiller.com/hobokenlinks.htm>. Responsibilities. Under the direction of the Library Board of Trustees, the Library Director is responsible for planning, directing, managing and overseeing all activities and operations of the Library. This position works closely with the Library Board, staff, library auxiliary groups, and external stakeholders to establish and ensure that core values are upheld and excellent library service is met while achieving the Library's longer term strategic goals. The Director also provides library advocacy and community outreach through marketing strategies, presentations to community groups on library issues and needs, interaction with the Friends of the Library and Foundation, and participation in community and professional activities. In addition to external customers, the Director will continue to focus on building a diverse and inclusive staff welcoming to all. The Director is a role model within the organization and must maintain a positive attitude, an innovative mindset, and open communication and interaction with the staff and community. For details, see Hoboken Public Library Director Position.<https://www.bradburymiller.com/hobokenjobdesc.pdf> Qualifications. Minimum qualifications are an ALA-accredited Master's in Library Science and a New Jersey Professional Librarian's Certificate and five years' library experience, with three years in an administrative/supervisory capacity. The successful candidate will also demonstrate visionary leadership skills; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; the ability to build productive relationships and promote collaborative partnerships through civic engagement; success in promoting library services to the community; and possess comfort and skill in fundraising activities. The Board will expect a candidate to have a demonstrated passion for the work of libraries; a thorough knowledge of current trends, technologies and "best practices" for library services; and a proven commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace through personal example. Prior reporting to a governing Board, working in an urban library environment, and experience in a union and civil service environment are preferred. Compensation. The starting salary range is $135,000 - $155,000 with placement dependent on qualifications. An attractive benefits package is also offered. For further information, please visit Bradbury Miller Associates.<http://www.bradburymiller.com/> Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and resume as Word or PDF attachments to Jobeth Bradbury<mailto:jobethbradbury@bradburymiller.com> on or before the closing date of April 18, 2021. This is a Civil Service position, and if hired, you must pass and qualify for the applicable Civil Service title within a year. Too, please note that this role is subject to the residency requirements set forth by the NJ first Act. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Miller Associates<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gossag…> 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for our newsletter<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fvisitor.r2…> to get the latest updates!

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From Diversity to Inclusion: How to Audit Your Collection and Why
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 15 Apr '21

15 Apr '21

I have had some inquiries on how to do diversity audits with your collections. The following informative recording is from Kymberlee Powe, Children and Young Adult Consultant at the Connecticut State Library: >From Diversity to Inclusion: How to Audit Your Collection and Why<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0r4lEMsfTzw> A diversity audit is a count of titles to help you determine what percentage of your collection is made up of non-dominant voices. It is important to make sure that your materials reflect the diversity not only in your community, but in the country. You may find the slides, handouts, and various supports on their Inclusive Collections<https://libguides.ctstatelibrary.org/dld/children/inclusivecollections> page as well. This information is also applicable to adult collections, too. Enjoy, 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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MiALA Leadership call for nominations now open!
by heather＠miala.org 15 Apr '21

15 Apr '21

Hello MiALA friends, Happy Spring! In this season of renewal, it's time to consider the possibilities for leadership and service with the Michigan Academic Library Association (MiALA). We recognize the challenges we continue to face during this unprecedented event, and MiALA will continue to serve its members - but we need your help. Leadership takes many forms in MiALA and there are many service opportunities available. Why is serving in MiALA leadership a win/win for all of us? Because service with MiALA: * Takes only a few hours of time each month; * Can count toward tenure or continuing appointment requirements at your institution; * Establishes an active professional network with colleagues from other institutions; * Promotes academic librarianship through collaboration and communication. Do you or someone you know have the dedication and enthusiasm to serve in MiALA leadership? Or someone who is newer to academic librarianship in Michigan? Or someone who is eager to enhance their leadership skills? If so, please nominate them (or yourself) to run for one of these open Board positions: * Vice President/President-Elect * Secretary * Publicly Funded University Rep * Private College Rep * Community College Rep * Interest Group Coordination Council Representatives (Two 2-year terms and Two 1-year terms) Nominations open on April 15, 2021 and will be accepted through May 21, 2021. Newly-elected positions will begin service on July 1, 2021. Have a question about the MiALA elections? See our Election Central website for complete information, including a timeline and position descriptions: <http://miala.org/election_central.php> http://miala.org/election_central.php. Any other questions about the nomination or election process, please contact the Nominations & Elections Committee at <mailto:elections@miala.org> elections(a)miala.org. We look forward to receiving your nominations! Best, Your MiALA Nominations & Elections Committee Beth Martin, Western Michigan University, Immediate Past President & Committee Chair Rebecca Renirie, Central Michigan University Merle Rosenzweig, University of Michigan John Szilagyi, Lansing Community College Carol Whittaker, Delta College Julia Eisenstein, University of Detroit Mercy Caryn Noel, Walsh College Heather Ladiski, Midwest Collaborative for Library Services & MiALA Administrative Support

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Book Club Books--taken but delayed
by Betsy Myers 15 Apr '21

15 Apr '21

Thank you to everyone who grabbed up all the Book Club books the other day--in record time, you always amaze me. Please know that we are trying hard to get them to you but the problem being we do not have any green bins from RIDES to do so. Staff has informed me they do not know when we may get any for they have asked numerous times but the shortage is real. So, I apologize for the delay. Everything is stacked, labeled and ready to go, I have not forgotten about you. Maybe you have a green bin you can fill with something surprising (we like chocolate) and dedicate that bin to us (ZV330 Woodmere)? You may get your books sooner rather than later. :) #thinkingoutofthebox -- *Betsy Myers* Reference Department Interlibrary Loan/Programming *Traverse Area District Library* 610 Woodmere Ave Traverse City, MI 49686 231 932-8502 *Currently just read: Let Love Rule <https://catalog.tadl.org/main/details?id=48294423> by Lenny Kravitz* *Currently just listened to: Time for Mercy <https://tadl.overdrive.com/media/5428416> by John Grisham*

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Job Opportunities at Bloomfield Township Public Library
by BTPL Careers 15 Apr '21

15 Apr '21

Greetings, All-- Wonderful opportunities await you with these recent job openings at Bloomfield Township: Systems Clerical Assistant<https://btpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Systems-Clerical-Assistant-15-h…> Open through Friday, April 30 Youth Services Library Intern<https://btpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/2021.03_Youth-Services-Library-…> Open through Friday, April 30 Circulation Clerical Assistant<https://btpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/2021.03_Clerical-Assistant.pdf> Open through Friday, May 7 (Deadline extended) Read all about these openings and about our Library here: https://btpl.org/employment-volunteer/ Best Regards, Linden Godlove Administrative Assistant Bloomfield Township Public Library

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ALA Announces $1.25M Emergency Fund for Libraries Impacted by COVID-19 - apply by May 20
by White, Shannon (MDE) 15 Apr '21

15 Apr '21

ALA Announces $1.25M Emergency Fund for Libraries Impacted by COVID-19 The American Library Association (ALA) announced it would make available $1.25M in emergency relief grants to libraries that have experienced substantial economic hardship due to the coronavirus pandemic. The ALA COVID Library Relief Fund invites the public, school, academic, and tribal libraries across the United States and US Territories to apply for $30,000 to $50,000. These funds will bolster library operations and services, including broadening technology access, developing collections, providing digital instruction, staffing, expanding outreach, and maintaining and amplifying existing service strategies or adding new ones to extend impact through the end of 2021. Grant applications are accepted online through May 20, 2021, via the ALA website http://www.ala.org/aboutala/ala-covid-library-relief-fund Sdw Shannon White Library Development Manager Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 Whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov> 517-335-1507 | 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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Free Book Club Books
by Betsy Myers 15 Apr '21

15 Apr '21

Hi there! We are passing off a bunch of books from our Book Club Kits that have run their course. There are some great titles listed in the google sheet below. Because there are so many, and quite honestly I just don't have the time....if you would like a title, please type in your RIDES code in the "light magenta 2" column and I will send out *ALL the copies of that title, *not just one or two to six different libraries. There is one exception, I have separated out the *Large Print* copies in the second list. If you are just looking for a *Large Print* copy--jump down to the second list and also type your RIDES code in the "light magenta 2" column. For your convenience, I have linked the *regular titles* to our catalog if you need a synopsis of the book. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1MgkDYHa26pS57MWxtLCGzoK0-3Ys_CbOruL… -- *Betsy Myers* Reference Department Interlibrary Loan/Programming *Traverse Area District Library* 610 Woodmere Ave Traverse City, MI 49686 231 932-8502 *Currently just read: Let Love Rule <https://catalog.tadl.org/main/details?id=48294423> by Lenny Kravitz* *Currently just listened to: Time for Mercy <https://tadl.overdrive.com/media/5428416> by John Grisham*

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ZV056 - AARP card
by Shiloh Pawelski 15 Apr '21

15 Apr '21

Hello all, I saw someone do this the other day with a costco card, and lo and behold, I have a similar issue! I found an AARP card in a book returned to us. The card holder's name is Teresa L. Fitzgerald. Does anyone have a patron of that name? Let me know! Thank you! :-) -- *Shiloh Pawelski* *Interloan Coordinator * *Cass District Library* 319 M 62 Cassopolis, MI 49031 *269. 357 -7822 ext. 102*

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Alma Public Library Temporary Closure
by Taylor, Lorrie 15 Apr '21

15 Apr '21

Greetings, The Alma Public Library will be closed until April 26, 2021 due to a staff member testing positive for Covid-19. Thank you, Lorrie Taylor

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