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by Jane Schneider 11 Jan '21

11 Jan '21

Hi Adam, I am VP of Friends of Montague Library. Our Pres has some health issue and has resigned. (Carol Wolfe). Could you put me on your mailing list? Thx! We are getting ready to discuss a summer book talks for 2021. Jane Schneider “Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love.” Mother Teresa

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Program: Yooper Dialect with Kathryn Remlinger
by Lindsey Sanford 11 Jan '21

11 Jan '21

Hello, all. I just wanted to pass along a program we are hosting tomorrow evening, Tuesday January 12th. Professor Kate Remlinger will be giving a presentation on Yooper Dialect via Zoom at 6:30 p.m. Please feel free to share the link or Facebook event with your patrons. Both of which I have included below. Facebook Event : https://fb.me/e/29z4L32LA Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83187036481 __________________________________________________ Lindsey Sanford lindsey.sanford(a)monroe.lib.mi.us Lenawee District Library Accounts / Adult Services Librarian 4459 W US 223, Adrian 517-263-1011

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Join us this Friday for our next MCLS Virtual Dialogue!
by Jan Davidson 11 Jan '21

11 Jan '21

Please excuse the cross-posting. We hope you can join MCLS staff for our next monthly Virtual Dialogue, “Keeping the best of pandemic virtual services.” Part support group, part visioning, the Dialogues are a positive, encouraging, participatory time for you to share and learn from and with other library staff all over Indiana and Michigan. Friday, January 15 at 11am – 12:30pm Eastern (10-11:30am Central) on Zoom; please login using this link<https://zoom.us/j/172695113?pwd=dnpuUVBudFR5MHZaTHl4bTN6UjZWdz09>. You can view the recordings and chat logs from the previous dialogues anytime at https://www.mcls.org/training-events/presentation-slides/. We look forward to seeing you this Friday! ********************** Jan Davidson Project Manager Engagement, Consulting, and Training Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) (517) 492-3811 / toll-free (800) 530-9019 x111 davidsonj(a)mcls.org<mailto:davidsonj@mcls.org> [facebook]<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> [twitter] <https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…> [square-logo-1 (002)] <https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mcls.o…>

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Library Director-New Milford Public Library-Closes Feb. 21, 2021
by Jobeth Bradbury 11 Jan '21

11 Jan '21

Please note correction on closing date-thanks! LIBRARY DIRECTOR-NEW MILFORD, CT The Board of Trustees of the New Milford Public Library<https://www.newmilfordlibrary.org/> seeks its next Director-a leader who will enjoy and embrace the newly renovated Library (opening 2022), create and implement a new strategic plan, and work closely and collaboratively with the Board of Trustees, the Staff, the Town of New Milford, and elected officials. The successful candidate will continue to grow and expand new services and programs for its 26,000+ residents in a world that continues to change. Working collaboratively with a nine Board-member of Trustees, a committed staff (15.5FTE), and a $1 million annual operating budget, the Library's key opportunities include promoting library services throughout the New Milford community; creating a vision tied to strategic initiatives; and developing and implementing new outcomes-based services and programs exceeding community expectations. Working with the Board, staff, and Town officials as the Library's new leader is a vital component of the position. Our Community. New Milford<http://www.newmilford.org/?mobile_redirect=false>, located in picturesque Litchfield County in the Housatonic Valley, is the ideal community. Ninety miles from Manhattan, New Milford has an unsurpassed quality of life with its New England small-town friendliness and charm. New Milford residents enjoy boating, the August Jazz on the Green series, the historic Downtown, and an active Farmer's Market. It has highly rated schools and families rest, recharge, and reinvigorate with caring neighbors. New residents find a variety of housing choices ranging from family-friendly suburban neighborhoods to converted historic buildings to active adult communities. For more information on the Library and New Milford, visit New Milford Links<https://www.bradburymiller.com/newmilfordlinks.htm>. Responsibilities. Under the direction of the governing Board of Trustees, the Library Director is responsible for the planning, directing, managing, and overseeing all activities and operations of the library. This position reports to the Board of Trustees and works closely with the Board, the Library staff, community partners, and Town officials to ensure that the Library is serving the community through innovative programs and services. The Director is the "face" of the Library to the New Milford community and must maintain a positive attitude, an innovative mindset and open communication with all stakeholders. See the Position Description<http://www.bradburymiller.com/newmilfordjobdesc.pdf> for details. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include a master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program and five (5) years of professional experience with demonstrated managerial expertise. Public library experience is preferred. Essential traits include, but are not limited to, strong emotional intelligence skills; excellent communication skills that inspire and motivate; ability to build relationships with key stakeholders; sound fiscal management; strong public speaking skills; and knowledge and support of library "best practices" and emerging technologies. Previous success working with a governing Board in a municipal unionized environment is highly desirable. Compensation. The hiring range is $95,000 - $110,000 with an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact 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 February 21, 2021. 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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Library Director position open-New Milford Public Library (CT)
by Jobeth Bradbury 11 Jan '21

11 Jan '21

LIBRARY DIRECTOR-NEW MILFORD, CT The Board of Trustees of the New Milford Public Library<https://www.newmilfordlibrary.org/> seeks its next Director-a leader who will enjoy and embrace the newly renovated Library (opening 2022), create and implement a new strategic plan, and work closely and collaboratively with the Board of Trustees, the Staff, the Town of New Milford, and elected officials. The successful candidate will continue to grow and expand new services and programs for its 26,000+ residents in a world that continues to change. Working collaboratively with a nine Board-member of Trustees, a committed staff (15.5FTE), and a $1 million annual operating budget, the Library's key opportunities include promoting library services throughout the New Milford community; creating a vision tied to strategic initiatives; and developing and implementing new outcomes-based services and programs exceeding community expectations. Working with the Board, staff, and Town officials as the Library's new leader is a vital component of the position. Our Community. New Milford<http://www.newmilford.org/?mobile_redirect=false>, located in picturesque Litchfield County in the Housatonic Valley, is the ideal community. Ninety miles from Manhattan, New Milford has an unsurpassed quality of life with its New England small-town friendliness and charm. New Milford residents enjoy boating, the August Jazz on the Green series, the historic Downtown, and an active Farmer's Market. It has highly rated schools and families rest, recharge, and reinvigorate with caring neighbors. New residents find a variety of housing choices ranging from family-friendly suburban neighborhoods to converted historic buildings to active adult communities. For more information on the Library and New Milford, visit New Milford Links<https://www.bradburymiller.com/newmilfordlinks.htm>. Responsibilities. Under the direction of the governing Board of Trustees, the Library Director is responsible for the planning, directing, managing, and overseeing all activities and operations of the library. This position reports to the Board of Trustees and works closely with the Board, the Library staff, community partners, and Town officials to ensure that the Library is serving the community through innovative programs and services. The Director is the "face" of the Library to the New Milford community and must maintain a positive attitude, an innovative mindset and open communication with all stakeholders. See the Position Description<http://www.bradburymiller.com/newmilfordjobdesc.pdf> for details. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include a master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program and five (5) years of professional experience with demonstrated managerial expertise. Public library experience is preferred. Essential traits include, but are not limited to, strong emotional intelligence skills; excellent communication skills that inspire and motivate; ability to build relationships with key stakeholders; sound fiscal management; strong public speaking skills; and knowledge and support of library "best practices" and emerging technologies. Previous success working with a governing Board in a municipal unionized environment is highly desirable. Compensation. The hiring range is $95,000 - $110,000 with an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact 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 February 21, 2020. 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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January’s MCLS Virtual Dialogue – Come share and learn with each other!
by Jan Davidson 08 Jan '21

08 Jan '21

Please excuse the cross-posting. Join MCLS staff for the next Dialogue in our monthly conversation series about the environment we find ourselves working in right now and what opportunities might exist as we move forward. January’s topic is, “Keeping the best of pandemic virtual services.” Part support group, part visioning, the Dialogues are a positive, encouraging, participatory time for you to share and learn from and with other library staff all over Indiana and Michigan. We hope you can join us on Friday, January 15 at 11am – 12:30pm Eastern (10-11:30am Central) on Zoom.  Please login using this link for the Virtual Dialogue<https://zoom.us/j/172695113?pwd=dnpuUVBudFR5MHZaTHl4bTN6UjZWdz09>. You can view the recordings and chat logs from the previous dialogues anytime at https://www.mcls.org/training-events/presentation-slides/. We look forward to seeing you Friday! ********************** Jan Davidson Project Manager Engagement, Consulting, and Training Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) (517) 492-3811 / toll-free (800) 530-9019 x111 davidsonj(a)mcls.org<mailto:davidsonj@mcls.org> [facebook]<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> [twitter] <https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…> [square-logo-1 (002)] <https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mcls.o…>

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MeL Minute: MeL Badge Contest Winner
by Breed, Liz (MDE) 08 Jan '21

08 Jan '21

In November, we announced the launch of the new MeL Expert Badge coming in 2021. At that time, we also announced a naming contest to give this new badge program a proper name. The entries have been reviewed and tabulated, and today, we're ready to announce the winner and the new name for the badge. We'd like to send a big thank you to the folks who passed along ideas. With over 40 clever and thoughtful suggestions, you made it difficult to choose! After much discussion, we finally settled on the name MeL Maven Badge. We had 4 people submit the MeL Maven idea but the first person was Heather Wood-Gramza, Director of the Howard Miller Public Library, which makes her our official winner. Congratulations, Heather! We're excited about the new MeL Maven Badge which will be available later this year. The MeL team is fully embracing "just-in-time, what’s in it for me” microlearning modules for adults. We’ll be delivering knowledge of how to use the eResources in everyday language, with real-life examples. We'll be showcasing the top MeL eResources in ways that allow Michigan library staff to take away concrete knowledge of how to use MeL. Learners will be able to dip in and out of these modules as they like, take them in any order, and at their own pace. When they complete the series, they will earn their MeL Maven Badge. Thanks again to all who shared ideas. Stay tuned for the new MeL Maven Badge coming to you later this year! Brought to you by the MeL Team. Supporting Michigan Libraries by Putting You First. Want more information on MeL?  Stay tuned for the next MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, visit http://mel.org<http://mel.org/>, or sign up for the MeL Minute and other Library of Michigan e-mail lists via GovDelivery<https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/subscriber/new>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. MeL eResources are available to Michigan residents or for Michigan library or school access only. #IMLSGrant Liz Breed Michigan eLibrary Coordinator Library of Michigan | Michigan Department of Education 517-335-1497 | breedl(a)michigan.gov<mailto:breedl@michigan.gov> www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> | Follow MeL: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mel.org/> and Twitter<https://twitter.com/meldotorg> [cid:image003.png@01D6E5D3.29EE1FA0]

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ed2go online training courses from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 08 Jan '21

08 Jan '21

MCLS has partnered with Cengage's ed2go to offer fundamental online training courses at discounted prices for MCLS members! Check these out if you don't already have options through your local library! Fundamentals of Supervision and Management<https://www.ed2go.com/mcls/online-courses/fundamentals-of-supervision-and-m…> Instructor-Led or Self-Paced Tutorial 24 course hours for only $99! Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2019/Office 365<https://www.ed2go.com/mcls/online-courses/intro-excel-microsoft-excel-2019-…> Instructor-Led or Self-Paced Tutorial 24 course hours for only $105! Accounting Fundamentals<https://www.ed2go.com/mcls/online-courses/accounting-fundamentals/> Instructor-Led or Self-Paced Tutorial 24 course hours for only $99! Check out the complete list of discounted ed2go courses for MCLS members here https://www.ed2go.com/mcls/ Check out the complete list of ed2go courses here http://www.ed2go.com/mclslap/ Important note: To register, you will need to create an online account and pay by credit card. Your MCLS login cannot be used to register for these courses. ************************************* Gwen Haviland, Training Department Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 800-530-9019 ext 404 training(a)mcls.org

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A new class and past favorites from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 08 Jan '21

08 Jan '21

Register soon for these MCLS classes: Leveraging Disruption: Building INTRApreneurial Skills to Thrive in a Changing Environment<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/leveraging-disruption-building-intrapreneu…> NEW! 1-day class, January 20, 10am - 12pm Eastern (9am - 11am Central) Original Descriptive Cataloging of Monographs Using RDA<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/original-descriptive-cataloging-of-monogra…> 3-day class, January 19-21, 2pm - 4pm Eastern (1pm - 3pm Central) Licensing Electronic Resources: An Introduction<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/licensing-electronic-resources-an-introduc…> 2-day class, February 3-4, 2pm - 4pm Eastern (1pm - 3pm Central) For these and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here https://store.mcls.org To learn about our Soft Skills and Cataloging Certificate Programs click here https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/ ************************************* Gwen Haviland, Training Department Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 800-530-9019 ext 404 training(a)mcls.org

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Troy Public Library Services Suspended Due to COVID Positive
by Phillip J Kwik 08 Jan '21

08 Jan '21

Due to a staff member testing positive for COVID, all public services at the Troy Public Library have been suspended until 10 am, Monday, January 11. All curbside appointments through Saturday, January 9, have been cancelled and should be rescheduled. All materials return boxes have been closed. The Library will not accept any returns until Monday, January 11. Please watch our website for more information. [cid:image001.png@01D4C381.B90420C0] <https://troypl.org/> Phillip Kwik | Interim Director, Library 510 W Big Beaver Troy, Michigan 48084 248.619.7577 [cid:image002.png@01D4C381.B90420C0] <https://www.facebook.com/troylib/> [cid:image003.png@01D4C381.B90420C0] <https://www.instagram.com/troylib/> [cid:image004.png@01D4C381.B90420C0] <https://twitter.com/troylib>

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