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Director evaluations
by Nannette Miller 03 Mar '21

03 Mar '21

Greetings great minds! My board is looking for a new way to evaluate the director. Our current form matches my job description line for line but they don't like it. Please share what your library uses other than ones based on job description. Thank you! Nannette Miller -- Nannette Miller | Director Elk Rapids District Library 231.264.9979 | erlib.director(a)gmail.com | elkrapidslibrary.org

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Internet Management Software
by Tracy Logan 03 Mar '21

03 Mar '21

Hello All! We've been having a rather difficult time with Comprise and would like to demo some other internet time and print management software options. What are you using? Pros/cons? Thank you for your time! Enjoy the sunshine! -Tracy -- Tracy Logan Library Director Cadillac Wexford Public Library 411 S. Lake Street Cadillac, MI 49601 231-775-6541 logant(a)cadillaclibrary.org

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United for Libraries Learning Live, March 23: "Building Support for the Build America's Libraries Act"
by White, Shannon (MDE) 03 Mar '21

03 Mar '21

[cid:image003.png@01D7103D.7FC056C0]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala-event…>United for Libraries' monthly virtual series, Learning Live, will feature ALA's Public Policy & Advocacy Office with "Building Support for the Build America's Libraries Act"<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala-event…> Tuesday, March 23 at 2 p.m. Eastern. The Learning Live program is open to United for Libraries members (including statewide members). The average public library building dates back to 1970 - before the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990), the World Wide Web (1991), and the "maker" movement (2005). Our communities need modern libraries to meet today's needs. Join ALA's Public Policy & Advocacy office staff to prepare for the next big library campaign, which is already underway. The Build America's Libraries Act would provide $5 billion to repair, modernize, and construct library facilities. Public libraries, tribal libraries and state libraries that serve the public would be eligible for funding, with priority for libraries serving marginalized communities. Gavin Baker, Deputy Director, Public Policy & Government Relations, and Larra Clark, Deputy Director, Public Policy & Advocacy, will share context, strategy, messaging, and action items to make the case for why libraries must be included in the anticipated infrastructure and economic recovery package. Gavin Baker serves as Deputy Director in the American Library Association's Public Policy and Advocacy Office. Previously, he worked at Common Cause, the Center for Effective Government, and the Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition. Gavin earned an M.S. in library and information studies from Florida State University and a B.A. in political science from the University of Florida. Larra Clark serves as Deputy Director for both the Public Library Association (PLA) and the American Library Association's (ALA) Public Policy & Advocacy Office. Her career spans 20 years managing library communications, policy and research following a decade in nonprofit public affairs, government relations, and print journalism. She received her library master's degree from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. This session will be recorded, and the recording, slides, and accompanying resources will be available to attendees and members. Register here<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala-event…> United for Libraries Learning Live sessions take place on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 2 p.m. Eastern Time. Each month's session covers a hot topic of interest to Trustees, Friends and/or Foundations, followed by a Q&A and/or discussions. Sessions are open only to members of United for Libraries - if you need to verify, renew, or purchase a membership, please email united(a)ala.org<mailto:united@ala.org> or call 312-280-2161. The Library of Michigan provides membership for all Michigan public libraries in United for Libraries. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. United for Libraries The Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations A division of the American Library Association 312-280-2160 www.ala.org/united<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.or…> 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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PressReader Newspapers Only Subscriptions For Public Libraries: Status
by Jim Flury 03 Mar '21

03 Mar '21

All, In Spring, 2020 a number of public libraries across the state worked through TLN via RBdigital to begin new subscriptions to the Newspapers only version of PressReader [ https://www.pressreader.com/catalog | https://www.pressreader.com/catalog ] Those subscriptions expire May 1, 2021 and with OverDrive's purchase of RBdigital and subsequent decision to not offer PressReader, I wanted to provide you with an update as to the status of where we are with that service. As per the link, PressReader has an extensive catalog of Magazines and Newspapers. We had the Newspapers only version of PressReader through RBdigital. Our rationale for that was that because so many libraries subscribed to RBdigital Magazines through TLN (163 libraries) the Magazines in PressReader would constitute a duplication of content, effort, and cost. Hence, PressReader Newspapers only. When we learned OverDrive was not planning to be a distributor for PressReader, perhaps because they didn't want PressReader Magazines to compete with and duplicate OverDrive Magazines, we began to search for an alternative. There are two "mainstream" distributors of PressReader for libraries I am aware of. One is Baker & Taylor. The other is ProQuest. In talking with Baker & Taylor they either were not willing or not able, unsure as to which, to sell us the Newspapers only version of PressReader. I have a dialogue currently open with ProQuest for PressReader Newspapers. I don't know where if anywhere that is going to lead. Finally, I also reached out to the sales rep for public libraries at PressReader. He has yet to respond to my query. Several current PressReader Newspaper subscribing libraries I spoke with reported fairly low usage of the product, saying they would not renew PressReader Newspapers even if given the opportunity to do so. However, some current subscribers are interested in a possible renewal of PressReader Newspapers. I don't see the value of our pursuing the full Magazines and Newspapers version of PressReader. The preliminary pricing I was given from Baker & Taylor was expensive and again, the Magazines mostly just duplicate the content libraries already have with OverDrive Magazines. I will update the listservs when I have additional PressReader information to share. In the meantime if you are a current PressReader subscriber and you know for certain that you want to renew, I would encourage you to reach out to Baker & Taylor, to ProQuest, or to PressReader. I don't want to see an interruption of service take place for any current PressReader subscribing library that is planning to renew the service. Please let me know if you have any questions concerning PressReader Newspapers. Thanks. 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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Federal Tax Forms - Needed
by Andrus, Miriam 03 Mar '21

03 Mar '21

Hello Library Land - Are there any Libraries that have extra Federal Forms? We are in dire need of them in Midland. If you can send us some our zv code is ZV225. Thank you! -Miriam Andrus Grace A. Dow Memorial Library

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more empty DVD cases for crafts
by Sara Ault 03 Mar '21

03 Mar '21

We are doing some serious spring cleaning and have a box of 46 more DVD cases up for grabs. Send me your code and I'll put them in delivery. Sara -- Sara Ault Circulation Manager & Adult Collection Development Brandon Township Public Library 304 South St. Ortonville, MI 48462 248-627-1460 *ENGAGE **•** EDUCATE **•** ENRICH **•** EMPOWER*

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MiYouth meeting March 10th
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 03 Mar '21

03 Mar '21

Hello, Just a reminder that the MiYouth meetings are the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 1:00 PM ET. On March 10th we'll be discussing summer library programming, changes to the gathering restrictions and how that might effect programming. We'll also save some time for a breakout to speak with your peers in smaller groups. Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://michigan-host.zoom.us/j/506813991<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmichigan-…> Password: 454345 See you next week, 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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Re: [Michlib-l] Clarke Historical Library Event: International Children's Books
by Whitledge, Bryan R 03 Mar '21

03 Mar '21

The recording from the Evening of Children's Books from Around the World is now available. You can find it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frthn4Iza2A. This presentation features two twenty-minute videos of selections from recordings of children's books that members of the Central Michigan University community read in over a dozen languages (Turkish, German, Hindi, French, Japanese, English, Portuguese, Mandarin Chinese, American Sign Language, Spanish, Korean, Polish, Italian, and Bengali). We also hear comments from Dr. Christi Brookes, of CMU's Department of World Languages and Cultures. You can find all of the recordings in their entirety on the Clarke Historical Library's website (there are currently 23 of 37 recordings posted. The rest will be posted in the coming days and weeks): https://clarke.cmich.edu/InternationalChildrensBooks. Feel free to share this information far and wide. If you have any question, the Clarke Historical Library is happy to answer them. Please e-mail Bryan Whitledge (whitl1br(a)cmich.edu) Thank you and have a great day, Bryan Whitledge Archivist for University Digital Records Clarke Historical Library Central Michigan University 989-774-2159 whitl1br(a)cmich.edu From: Whitledge, Bryan R Sent: Monday, February 22, 2021 10:04 AM To: michlib-l(a)mail3.mcls.org Subject: Clarke Historical Library Event: International Children's Books (Feb. 25) On Thursday, February 25, at 7:00 pm, the Clarke Historical Library will host a virtual version of our annual event celebrating children's books from around the world. The Clarke holds over 1,500 children's books in languages other than English. Each year, we celebrate language diversity by inviting members of the CMU community to come into the library, both to read and to listen to these stories in the language in which they are written. This year, we are going virtual. We have created recordings of about 30 volunteers reading in Japanese, Turkish, German, Polish, Portuguese, Chinese, French, Spanish, Bengali, and more. For a sample of what you can see, check out the Clarke's Twitter - https://twitter.com/Clarke_Library/status/1362768116632068101. For this event, we will play segments of the recordings, and we have invited a Central Michigan University world languages professor to talk about the value of these books in showing how these beautifully illustrated, fanciful stories are found across the globe. All of the videos will be hosted on a Central Michigan University webpage, which will be announced on Thursday during the program. We will forward that link to this list when it is available. This presentation is free and open to the public. The event will be broadcast via Central Michigan University's videoconferencing tool, Webex, and it will be recorded to enjoy at a later time. Registration is required for the event and the shortened link to register is: https://is.gd/CMUBooksAroundTheWorld Feel free to share this information far and wide! The Clarke is happy to answer any questions that anyone may have-please contact Bryan Whitledge (whitl1br(a)cmich.edu<mailto:whitl1br@cmich.edu>). Have a great day, Bryan Whitledge Archivist for University Digital Records Clarke Historical Library Central Michigan University 989-774-2159 whitl1br(a)cmich.edu<mailto:whitl1br@cmich.edu>

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Mental Health First Aid for Adults or Youth Training in April Available
by White, Shannon (MDE) 03 Mar '21

03 Mar '21

Like CPR, Mental Health First Aid prepares participants to interact with a person in crisis and connect the person with help. First Aiders do not take on the role of professionals - they do not diagnose or provide any counseling or therapy. Instead, the program offers concrete tools and answers key questions, like "what do I do?" and "where can someone find help?" Certified Mental Health First Aid instructors provide a list of community healthcare providers and national resources, support groups, and online tools for mental health and addictions treatment and support. All trainees receive a program manual to compliment the course material. Mental Health First Aid training includes a 2-hour self-paced course, followed by a 5.5 hour instructor led training. Participants who do not complete the self-paced portion or attend the full instructor led day will not be eligible to receive a certificate of completion. The Library of Michigan is offering two sessions through MSU Extension of the training, you may choose to attend a training focusing on adults or a training focusing on youth. Because LM is only able to fund a small number of seats for this certification opportunity, please be aware that only ONE staff member from each library/outlet can attend these sessions. Because seating is so limited and a specialized certification is issued, you will need to agree to a number of stipulations and complete the pre-registration application<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsurvey.al…> before we send the registration link. View more details in pre-registration application link. This link will be open through Friday, March 5. Participants who do not complete the self-paced portion, attend the full instructor led day, or do not complete the post-work and evaluation will not be eligible to receive a certificate of completion. Cancellations must be received at least three business days prior to the class. Alternates are encouraged for those who register but cannot attend. Participants who do not complete the self-paced portion or attend the full instructor led day will not be eligible to receive a certificate of completion. Participants who register for a training and fail to cancel at least three business days prior and no-show will be charged a $50 cancellation fee. This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. 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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Building better collaborations at work...
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 03 Mar '21

03 Mar '21

Due to popular demand, Pam from Happier Valley is presenting "Collaborate with Positivity," again, just for MI libraries! Sign yourself up & encourage your staff throughout the library to join you for this live, interactive team training. Collaborate with Positivity: Improv Superpowers to Improve Team Communication & Resilience<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Thursday, April 29th 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET Two-Hour Remote Interactive Presentation with Pam Victor, President, Happier Valley Comedy. We ask you attend live! Shhhhh! Don't tell anyone this secret: In this remote interactive presentation, professional improviser Pam Victor shares the exclusive collaboration superpower that allows improvisers to create comedy out of thin air, so you can use these trade secrets for building stronger collaboration, communication, and resilience at work. This presentation provides easily applicable techniques for quieting the inner critic to build more confidence and adaptability. You'll receive fun, hands-on experience with why we overuse "no" to restrict progress, and how we can get to a "yes" mindset in order to move forward together with more positivity and creativity. Through humorous stories and impactful exercises, you learn how to use improv superpowers to improve brainstorming, flexibility with change, team empowerment, and creative problem solving. Participants also receive links to instructional demonstrations of improv games to play online or in-person with young patrons, families, and friends. Instructor: Native Michigander Pam Victor is a professional improviser, author, teacher, happiness coach, and founder and president of Happier Valley Comedy, the first and only comedy theater in Western Massachusetts. Pam directs HVC's THROUGH LAUGHTER program for in-person and remote professional and personal development, which uses improv training exercises to build foundational training skills such as communication, collaboration, and creativity. Recently, Pam launched an exclusively remote program called "Resilience Training Through Joy: HVC's 30-Day Happiness Experiment." Pam is the author of "Baj and the Word Launcher: A Space-Aged Asperger Adventure in Communication" and co-author of "Improvisation at the Speed of Life: The TJ & Dave Book." Pam is a recipient of the 2019 New England Public Radio Arts & Humanities Award. She also is a TEDx speaker. A graduate of Smith College with a Master's in Education from Iona College, Pam has received improv training from iO Theater (Chicago), Annoyance Theatre (Chicago), ImprovBoston, and from Second City teachers. Pam is a nice person. She likes you already. This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. 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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