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New Digital Platform for Events
by Debbie Mikula 03 Feb '21

03 Feb '21

Libraries have some wonderful programs that are never picked up by local/regional/statewide news. A new digital platform – Fresh Coast Perspectives - has been unveiled that you should add to your PR distribution contacts. Sign up today to receive news and stories, and send information on your programs directly to Fresh Perspectives for publication. Fresh Perspective is a new digital platform telling stories of the artists, creatives and innovators that are making Michigan, the Fresh Coast State, a vibrant place. They are a resource to broadcast the latest news stories for cultural organizations in all communities across Michigan, and a hub for the latest initiatives that you’ll want to check out. This will be a gamer changer for the cultural organizations in Michigan. https://www.freshcoastperspective.com/news/experience-michigan-with-a-fresh… [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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Help with patron request, unknown title
by Deckerville Library Director 03 Feb '21

03 Feb '21

Hello, I was wondering if anyone could help me identify the title of a patron request. She believes that there is a movie based on a book about a German physicist who emigrated to the United States and recently passed away. She thinks something appeared in the Detroit News or Free Press on 1/24 or 1/27, but I have not found anything in these editions. Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks! Jennifer Kisbany Deckerville Public Library (zv089) (810) 376-8015 3542 North Main Street Deckerville, Michigan 48427 <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_cam…> Virus-free. www.avg.com <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_cam…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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KPL Nonprofit Management Support Associate
by Terry New 03 Feb '21

03 Feb '21

Kalamazoo's nonprofit management support organization, ONEplace at Kalamazoo Public Library, is seeking a dynamic, innovative individual who is passionate about professional development. The ideal candidate demonstrates nonprofit knowledge and skills, experience in anti-racism organizing and equity analysis and a desire to be part of our community's success. Please find full posting attached or at our website at www.kpl.gov/jobs/<http://www.kpl.gov/jobs/>. Deadline for applications is Wednesday, February 24, 2021. Terry M. New | Head of Human Resources Pronouns: She/Her/Hers Kalamazoo Public Library 315 S. Rose St. | Kalamazoo, MI 49007 (269) 553-7931 | Fax: (269) 553-7932 [Kalamazoo Public Library]<https://www.kpl.gov/> [Facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/KalamazooPublicLibrary/> [Instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/kzoolibrary/?hl=en> [Twitter] <https://twitter.com/KzooLibrary?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctw…> [KPL Videos] <https://www.kpl.gov/videos/>

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February E-News: Share your feedback, Why It Matters event, we are HIRING, and a new story on the blog
by Katie Wittenauer 02 Feb '21

02 Feb '21

Dear Michigan library community, Please see below for details about an upcoming grant workshop that is open to all, current funding and program opportunities, and a new blog post! Best, Katie -------------------- Katie Wittenauer Director of Programs Michigan Humanities 2364 Woodlake Drive, Suite 100 Okemos, MI 48864 (517) 372-7770, ext. 294 #MIHumanities www.michiganhumanities.org<http://www.michiganhumanities.org/> [http://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=443ff0a4-7f53-4d6a-a323-ccb2ffb5478a&a=1102142…] [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/392b7d41-4961-42c2-8818-edade…] <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…> Donate Now<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…> Blog Updates<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…> [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/e5faef5d-384e-43ab-b923-1a0b6…] Honoring Humanities Work Throughout Michigan [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/04bc39c3-228a-4370-b838-6ae19…] [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/47767f6c-992a-413b-a898-f27f6…] Dear Humanities Friends, Earlier this week, I was taken by the sunshine on my desk in the afternoon. It seemed a welcome respite from the oft-gray skies in a Michigan January. That sunshine was reflective of our optimism for what lies ahead of us. Michigan Humanities is engaging in exciting grants and programs, and we’ve built strong relationships throughout the state and the country. And while we are present in the work we do now, we look forward to not only “polishing the silver” that we have, but also determining how we can enhance what we do and continue to grow. 2021 will be a year of service and planning. We will host the National Humanities Conference in November. And most importantly, we will ask you, as our important stakeholder, to help us shape the future of humanities in Michigan. In the words of the magnificent National Youth Poet Laureate, Amanda Gorman, “And so we lift our gazes not to what stands between us, but what stands before us.” Thank you for being a part of building understanding and enhancing the human connection. Shelly Hendrick Kasprzycki President & CEO Who We Are [MH Board and Staff] What makes community life worthwhile? Is it the relationships you build over time with family, friends, and co-workers? What about the good times and memories from attending annual festivals and events? Or is it the experience of working through difficult times that bonds us together? Read more...<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…> IDEA Survey [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/04bc39c3-228a-4370-b838-6ae19…] [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/f3294947-01dc-422b-a3b0-deae4…] Michigan Humanities has a vision for all people of Michigan to experience and understand the importance of the humanities. Central to this vision are our values of inclusion, diversity, and equity; discovery and understanding; authentic conversation; respectful collaboration and meaningful experiences. Listening to our diverse statewide community is critical in our commitment to move forward with our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) efforts. We would like to ask you a few questions that will guide our work in demonstrating these principles going forward. This survey is available through February 8. Take our 15-minute survey here.<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…> Grants & Programs Virtual Workshop [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/df50995a-3e4e-4639-9a5e-2fd22…] Last month, we held a virtual workshop highlighting current and upcoming programs and funding opportunities. You can view a recording of the workshop here<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…>. Save the date for February 24 at 10 a.m., when we will host a virtual workshop focused on the process of applying for MH grant opportunities, and provide tips for a smooth and successful application. Registration is available here<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…>. [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/04bc39c3-228a-4370-b838-6ae19…] Programs and Grants [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/04bc39c3-228a-4370-b838-6ae19…] Why It Matters [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/3eb11311-b13f-4c4c-ae50-820cc…] Join us on Thursday, February 25 at 7 p.m. as Dr. Amanda R. Martinez, Chair of the Communication Studies Department of Davison College in North Carolina, and Dr. Jayson Dibble, Associate Professor for the Department of Communications at Hope College, discuss the impact social media has on politics and how society consumes information. This virtual conversation will be the first of a three part series on the psychology of misinformation. The webinar is free, but registration is required. Click here <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…> to register and learn more about the upcoming “Why It Matters” events! Great Michigan Read [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/c3a20ce8-50b7-4c8d-9356-6a1f6…] Are you looking for ways to connect to the Great Michigan Read in your community? This year's virtual events have kicked off around the state, with more to come in the months ahead. Just last week, Dr. Mona was hosted by Howell Carnegie District Library for a conversation with Jon King of WHMI, and will be joining the Concordia University Ann Arbor community on February 17 at 4 p.m. Find additional details about how you can be part of that upcoming event here<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…> and visit the GMR events page<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…> to see where Dr. Mona will be later this spring. A limited number of book copies and educational materials are still available; register here to be part of the current Great Michigan Read program or contact Katie Wittenauer via email<mailto:kwittenauer@mihumanities.org> for additional details. Learn More<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…> Poetry Out Loud [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/4ed0bb64-4017-4f31-94b1-7be11…] From Amanda Gorman's "The Hill We Climb" to Lin-Manuel Miranda's recent recitation of Seamus Heaney's "The Cure at Troy," it has been uplifting and energizing to see the power of poetry on display at a national level this year. Poetry Out Loud is underway in more than 20 schools and community organizations around Michigan, and we hope you will join us next month to see high school students from across Michigan share their passion for poetry. Save the date for the 2021 virtual State Finals for Michigan, which will take place on March 11. Event registration will be available in late February. Questions about how you and your students can be a Poetry Out Loud partner? Contact Katie Wittenauer, MH Director of Programs, via email.<mailto:kwittenauer@mihumanities.org> Learn More<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…> Bridging Michigan [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/78753130-6c31-4677-a0b7-bd27b…] Bridging Michigan is an event series and grant opportunity that we launched in fall, 2020, to spark in-depth conversation and action around systemic inequities. Grant applications are now open, and available for up to $1,500. Find additional grant details here<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…>. Recordings of previous events and grant application details are available on the Bridging Michigan website. Learn More<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…> Arts & Humanities Touring Directory [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/b6a0981c-7144-4a5f-8906-7a957…] Arts and Humanities Touring Grants opened February 1 -- don't forget to apply! The Arts and Humanities Touring Program is a joint collaboration of Michigan Humanities and the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs. Requests for a grant may not exceed $3,000 per application, and an organization may not submit more than four grant applications or request more than $4,000 during the program period. Applications opened February 1 for performances that will take place between March 1, 2021, and May 31, 2021. Please refer to our website<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…> for other 2021 funding window dates and application deadlines. Be sure to check out the new “Virtual Programming” category. Learn More<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…> Humanities Grants [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/c4468622-6bb2-4d28-b895-3dd51…] Submit your Humanities Grant draft proposal today! Spring 2021 Humanities Grant draft proposals are currently being accepted with a final application deadline of March 18. Read about our past grantees by clicking below. Learn More<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…> Join the Michigan Humanities team Michigan Humanities is in search of a part-time programs and communications coordinator! If you are interested in joining the MH staff team, please review the job posting and apply no later than February 28. Apply here<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…>. [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/2a601989-c47d-4720-b03e-9f3a2…] Our Blog [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/04bc39c3-228a-4370-b838-6ae19…] [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/caccf3aa-8193-47f1-a6dd-461e6…] Learn about Geri Alumit Zeldes' new documentary: Breed & Bootleg This month, we wanted to talk to Humanities Grant recipient Dr. Geri Zeldes about her new documentary, Breed & Bootleg: Legends of Flint Rap Music. Geri first became inspired to pursue this topic when attending a Heritage Grants Convening at the Lansing Center in 2017. The person sitting next to her at the event encouraged her to excavate the legacies of Flint rap music. These stories of collaboration and camaraderie are a testament to the kind of community we foster through Michigan Humanities, and we invite you to read our interview with Geri! Read the interview here.<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001MQ-aA4cAx_xrYeTziR-ZwEG1sTHMn8UcjbPYnPUGPQHm…> Our Mission [2008 Michigan Author Homecoming] To inspire us to come together in creative and freely expressed ways to deepen our understanding of ourselves and enrich our communities. Our Vision [https://files.constantcontact.com/542afcc9001/27b228d3-2672-4d5f-a535-143d5…] For all people of Michigan to experience and understand the importance of humanities to enrich lives. Values * Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity * Discovery and Understanding * Authentic Conversation * Respectful Collaboration * Meaningful Experiences Pillars * Build awareness and excitement for humanities in everyday life. * Achieve best practices and sustainability for all humanities programs and services in Michigan. 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Policies Request
by Betty Adams 02 Feb '21

02 Feb '21

Hi all! I normally would look at your various websites for this information, but many are updated with Covid information so I request if you have a moment, and have a meeting room policy (that covers various areas including but not limited to: room rental, reservation, patron conduct, food policy) they could share, it'd be appreciated! Also, does your library have two separate volunteer forms for their Friends and the Library, if so, do they ask the same/similar questions? Are there separate volunteer policies established for each? Thanks so much for any and all input. Be well, -- -Betty Adams Library Director Leanna Hicks Public Library of Inkster, MI badams(a)inksterlibrary.org Main Coordinator Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Detroit teamdolly(a)wayne.edu

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Reopening questions
by ML Tamarack Circulation 02 Feb '21

02 Feb '21

We are wondering of the library's that have we reopened to the public, What are your browsing time limits for patrons, if you have any? Also, are your allowing patrons to browse and check out your magazines? Thank you for your help.. -- Pamela Feutz Adult Services Tamarack District Library 832 S Lincoln Lakeview Mi 48850 Currently Reading Get your own email signature

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Spine label covers are taken
by Kristina Reynolds 02 Feb '21

02 Feb '21

Thank you for all the interest. The spine label covers are gone. Kristie -- Kristina Reynolds

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Label cover give a ways
by Kristina Reynolds 02 Feb '21

02 Feb '21

I have 5 packages of 1" x 1 1/2" and 3 packages of 7/8" x 1 1/4" spine label covers to give away. I can send them in Rides. Thank you Kristie Reynolds Bath Township Public Library -- Kristina Reynolds

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Looking for a book
by Nannette Pretzer 02 Feb '21

02 Feb '21

Patron looking for a book and wondered if anyone knew the title and author. I have done extensive search, but have not come up with the right one. The book is probably several years old. It is about a Russian Scientist who kidnaps, tortures and kills young women (teenagers?). He would shave them and torture them while the other young women were forced to watch. He would drill holes into their head and probe their brain. A detective was on the case. Don't know the name of the detective. Patron stated it was a very gruesome book. He stated it was a very good book you just couldn't put down. He said it was a fiction book. Suspense or horror possibly? That's all the details I have. Of course while searching you find tons of kidnapping, torture and murder. Any guesses would be appreciated! Thank you. Nannette Pretzer, Director St. Charles District Library 132 S. Saginaw Street St. Charles, MI 48655 www.stcharlesdistrictlibrary.org 989-865-9371 n.pretzer(a)stcharlesdistrictlibrary.org

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Envelopes Needed for Mel
by EMAIL TEAM 02 Feb '21

02 Feb '21

Hello, We need envelopes of all sizes at zv152. If anyone has any extra they can spare to send us we would be most grateful! Thank you so much. ~Sarah Zepik Vanderlyn Community Center & Hartford Public Library 12 Church Street Hartford, MI 49057(269)588-5103http://www.hartfordpl.michlibrary.org/

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