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Governor Releases her proposed FY22 budget
by Debbie Mikula 11 Feb '21

11 Feb '21

Today, Governor Whitmer released her third executive budget, centered on equitably growing the state’s economy by expanding skills training and childcare for families, providing a further down payment on rebuilding the state’s crumbling bridges and water infrastructure, and helping small businesses recover from the pandemic. All combined, the full budget is just over $67 billion. [Chart, pie chart Description automatically generated] The budget and staffing levels for the Library of Michigan within the Department of Education is located within the General Fund budget and remains flat from FY21 to FY22. State Aid for Libraries remains at $13,067,700. (Below is a screenshot from page 78 of the budget – linked at the end of this communication. The first column is FY21, the second column is FY22) [Table Description automatically generated] In addition, there is $100,000 budgeted in the Department of Education to create and support a state poet laureate who will travel the state meeting with teachers and students to promote poetry, the spoken word, and literary arts to a new generation of young students. To view the full Budget, click here: https://www.michigan.gov/documents/budget/Budget_Bill_General_Omnibus_71597… [Web Icon resized] Deborah E. Mikula Executive Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI. 48911 Office: 517-394-2774, ext. 224 Cell: 517-404-3533 dmikula(a)milibraries.org<mailto:dmikula@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<http://www.milibraries.org>

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Free Magazine Rack
by Tracy Logan 11 Feb '21

11 Feb '21

Magazine rack for free! Rack is: - Metal! - 10 inches x 65 inches! - Reasonably attractive! - Holds 23 magazines! - Comes with two screws for hanging! - Slightly dusty! Free to the first person willing to pick it up from the Cadillac Wexford Public Library. -- 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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Webinar: Project Outcome 101 - March 2 at 2:00 pm ET
by White, Shannon (MDE) 11 Feb '21

11 Feb '21

Project Outcome 101 Are you interested in measuring learning outcomes to drive change, make data-informed decisions, and demonstrate the impact of programs and services at your library? We are offering a free, one-hour webinar to introduce you to everything the Project Outcome toolkit has to offer. Learn how to measure meaningful learning outcomes at your library and how Project Outcome can help at every step in the process, from administering surveys to presenting the results. Project Outcome is a toolkit designed to help public libraries understand and share the impact of essential library services and programs by providing simple surveys and an easy-to-use process for measuring and analyzing outcomes. Read more about Project Outcome's free toolkit here http://www.ala.org/pla/data/performancemeasurement WHEN: Tuesday, Mar 2, 2021 at 2:00 PM ET REGISTER: https://ala-events.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_a0QRqf8pTBqCGnHPCy-5Zg sdw Shannon White 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>

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Chromebook circulation policy
by Kat Boyer 11 Feb '21

11 Feb '21

Hello everyone, Does anyone have a Chromebook or laptop circulation policy you'd be willing to share? Kat Boyer Director Benton Harbor Public Library 213 E Wall St. Benton Harbor, MI 49022

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Podcast Inquiry
by Christina LeVey-Rowland 11 Feb '21

11 Feb '21

Hello library world, Do you work for a public library and have a podcast? Would you be willing to share a link to your podcast with me? I would like to propose the creation of a podcast for my library, but I'd love to have some insight from those of you who have done one already. I'd love any tips, tricks, or advice you are willing to share. Thank you in advance! <http://loutitlibrary.org/> Christina Le Vey-Rowland Library Assistant II she/her/hers 616.850.6921 | loutitlibrary.org 407 Columbus Ave. Grand Haven, MI 49417 Expanding Horizons, Enriching Minds, Engaging Community <https://www.facebook.com/LoutitDistrictLibrary/> <https://www.instagram.com/loutitlibrary/>

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door counters
by Laura Hauch - Buchanan District Library 11 Feb '21

11 Feb '21

I know this has been discussed before, but it's been a while. We're looking to add/upgrade our door counters. If your library uses door counters to count patron visits, what type/brand do you use and what's the cost? If there's interest, I can compile and share information. Thank you! Laura Hauch Collection and IT Coordinator Buchanan District Library 128 East Front Street Buchanan, MI 49107 269-695-3681 269-695-0004 Fax www.buchananlibrary.org<http://www.buchananlibrary.org>

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Part-Time Library Reference Assistant Position
by Robyn Lowenstein 11 Feb '21

11 Feb '21

The Plymouth District Library - job posting for part-time Library Reference Assistant. See the posting below, or visit plymouthlibrary.org for more information. Plymouth District Library – Job Posting http://plymouthlibrary.org TITLE: Library Reference Assistant - Part-time (15 hours/per week) SALARY: $16.35/ per hour Pro-rated vacation and sick time. REPORTS TO: Adult Services Coordinator DESCRIPTION: Reference Assistants provide service to the public at youth, readers advisory, and reference desks under the supervision of the Librarian-in-Charge. They may also carry out ongoing or special projects to support collection management and programs. Schedules include evening and weekend hours. DUTIES: Assist at public service desks providing reference and readers advisory services. Assist patrons using online catalog, electronic resources, internet computers, copiers, and print management system. May assist librarians in developing and maintaining collections. May participate in programs and special events as assigned. May contribute to content and development of library website and social media. May promote library services. REQUIREMENTS: Combination of education and experience, including Bachelor’s degree or two or more years of related experience/training. One to two years experience providing direct customer service. General computer skills such as word processing and Internet searching. Ability to communicate effectively by phone, computer, and in person. Familiarity with reference and other library resources preferred. COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO: Robyn Lowenstein, Business Manager humanresources(a)plymouthlibrary.org Plymouth District Library 223 S. Main Street Plymouth, MI 48170-1687 DEADLINE: 03/02/2021 by 4:00pm This announcement is only a summary of the position, its duties, job requirements and compensation. Further information is available from the library. The Plymouth District Library does not discriminate in its employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, veteran status or disability. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability if requested. Robyn Lowenstein Plymouth District Library Business and Human Resources Administrator rlowenstein(a)plymouthlibrary.org (734) 453-0750 ext. 215

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Reminder Upcoming MI PR Group Meeting - Tuesday, Feb 16 at 10am - Canva
by Kelly Rembert 11 Feb '21

11 Feb '21

Hi, Mark your calendars for the next MI PR Group Meeting. Mary Ruthko from the Bay County Library System will lead a learning session about Canva. Tuesday, Feb. 16 at 10am on Zoom Canva is a graphic design platform, used to create social media graphics, presentations, posters, documents and other visual content. The app already includes templates for users to use. The platform is free to use and offers paid subscriptions like Canva Pro and Canva for Enterprise for additional functionality. The MI PR Group was created to bring Michigan library marketers together to share successes, learn from non-successes, and to tackle industry issues together. Whether your job title is "Marketing", or promotion is just one of many hats you wear, this group is here to support you! Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://michigan-host.zoom.us/j/99855823621?pwd=d2wrZC8xTHpKcGNvVmovQmFZT0N… ( https://michigan-host.zoom.us/j/99855823621?pwd=d2wrZC8xTHpKcGNvVmovQmFZT0N…) Password: 574379 Or Telephone: Dial: USA 215 446 3649 ( tel:2154463649) USA 8885578511 ( tel:8885578511) (US Toll Free) Conference code: 865869 Thanks, Kelly Kelly Ireland Rembert Outreach Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 796-4367 krembert(a)southfieldlibrary.org www.southfieldlibrary.org

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New(!) Ready to Read Michigan materials - now in Arabic & Spanish
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 11 Feb '21

11 Feb '21

Library of Michigan is happy to announce that the Ready to Read Michigan (RTRM) poster & parent tips tri-fold are now available in both Arabic and Spanish! Feel free to download and make these available from your library for families: * New: RTRM Toolkit: Workshops for Parents and Early Childhood Educators<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2020_RTRM_Toolkit_7…> * RTRM Poster<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2019_RTRM_Poster_64…> featuring the 5 Practices of Every Child Ready to Read* * New: RTRM Poster in Arabic<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2021_RTRM_Poster-Ar…> * New: RTRM Poster in Spanish<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2021_RTRM_Poster-Sp…> * RTRM Parent & Caregiver Trifold<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2019_RTRM_Parent_Tr…> in English * New: RTRM Parent & Caregiver Trifold in Arabic<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2021_RTRM_ParentTri…> * New: RTRM Parent & Caregiver Trifold in Spanish<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2021_RTRM_ParentTri…> * RTRM Booklist<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2019_RTRM_Booklist_…> * RTRM Alphabet Mat<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2019_RTRM_ABCmat_64…>* * RTRM pre-made Activity Dice<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2019_ActivityDice_6…>* and Fillable Activity Dice<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2019_Fillable_Activ…>* * RTRM Shape Dabbing Sheets<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2019_RTRM_ShapeDabS…> *Please note that the starred pieces above require 11"x17" paper. 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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Program recommendation-The Snow Killings by Marney Keenan
by David Stokes 11 Feb '21

11 Feb '21

Hello there, I wanted to recommend an author who made a virtual visit at our library last night. Retired *Detroit News* journalist Marney Keenan presented an engaging, eye-opening, and morbidly fascinating presentation, based on her recent book *The Snow Killings: Inside the Oakland County Child Killer Investigation* (McFarland Press, 2020). Like myself, if you lived in Oakland County (or even SE MI) in the ’70s during the time that these events occurred, then this is a story that you likely have never forgotten. A time of innocence became a time of vigilance, and it was a scary time to be a child, or a parent, back then in the wake of the murders. True crime remains a popular program topic, and since this one is Michigan-related and even local for some libraries, I highly recommend Marney. Thanks, David M. Stokes Adult Services Librarian Adult Services Dept. Milford Public Library 330 Family Dr. Milford, MI 48381 248-684-0845, ext. 305 dstokes(a)milfordlibrary.info

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