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MLA Connect Coffee Hour with Rep. Elissa Slotkin July 16
by Amber Sheerin 14 Jul '20

14 Jul '20

MLA Connect Coffee Hour With U.S. Representative Elissa Slotkin (MI-8) Thursday, July 16, 2020 10:00 am Grab a mug of your favorite beverage and join MLA as we welcome Rep. Elissa Slotkin, member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Michigan’s 8th District, to this edition of MLA Connect Coffee Hour. Rep. Slotkin will discuss how libraries are critical community resources throughout Michigan as well as tell us about any new federal developments that may affect libraries in the near future. There will also be time for audience Q & A. Special Guest: Rep. Elissa Slotkin (MI-8) United States House of Representatives https://slotkin.house.gov/ Each week we provide a platform for you to ask questions, share ideas, and provide input to other library professionals struggling with the global health crisis, remote work, reopening concerns and how to prepare for the future. This coffee hour is free to attend to anyone interested in joining the conversation! A maximum of 500 attendees can join the live event. Registered attendees will receive information and a link to access the meeting on the Zoom platform. A recording of the session will be available on the MLA website for those unable to attend the live event. Fill out this short form to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZclduGhrzkvEtJPJhAor_VB6IW-s1VHsz…<https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZclduGhrzkvEtJPJhAor_VB6IW-s1VHsz…> [Web Icon resized] Amber Sheerin, CMP, CTA Program and Event Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 517-816-7015 asheerin(a)milibraries.org<mailto:asheerin@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.milibr…> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> and Twitter<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…>!

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Free Youth/YA Book Club Kits
by Christina Stuck 14 Jul '20

14 Jul '20

All have been accounted for. Thanks! Love sharing with y'all! Keep reading and getting others to read. Christina Jane Stuck Youth Services Librarian Charlotte Community Library 517-543-8859 I'm currently reading Eldest by Christopher Paolini. What are you reading?

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Free Youth/YA Book Club Books
by Christina Stuck 14 Jul '20

14 Jul '20

First come, first served. Send me your request and your Rides number. A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K Le Guin (7) Divergent by Veronica Roth (11) A Corner of the Universe by Ann M Martin (7) Point Blank by Anthony Horowitz (11) Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo (10) Al Capone Does My Shirts by Gennifer Choldenko (8) Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer (11) Christina Jane Stuck Youth Services Librarian Charlotte Community Library 517-543-8859 I'm currently reading Eldest by Christopher Paolini. What are you reading?

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thanks
by Grai, Rebecca 13 Jul '20

13 Jul '20

Thanks, everyone for your response to my question about weeding. I appreciate the time you took to help me out. I will definitely take a look at the CREW method to see how I can apply it to my project. Stay safe! Becky Grai Strosacker Library Northwood University Midland, MI

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Beginning Beekeeping Program
by Tracy Wilson (Roseville Public Library) 13 Jul '20

13 Jul '20

For anyone who is interested the Roseville Library is hosting a virtual program on the basics of beekeeping. Want to learn more about beekeeping? Join us Tuesday, June 16th at 6:30 PM as Master Gardener and Conservation Steward Dave Putt will provide an overview of beekeeping basics for the novice beekeeper. Here is a link to the Zoom meeting for the program: https://zoom.us/j/99158521147 Tracy Wilson Adult Services Coordinator (P) 586-447-4558 twilson(a)roseville-mi.gov rosevillelibrary.org<http://rosevillelibrary.org> [1506800616286_PastedImage] <https://www.facebook.com/RosevillePublicLibraryMI>

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JOB: Library Director, Zanesville, Ohio
by John Keister 13 Jul '20

13 Jul '20

Library Director, Muskingum County Library System, Zanesville, Ohio (east of Columbus) Enjoy the friendly spirit of middle-America in Muskingum County and Zanesville, Ohio! The Board of Trustees of the Muskingum County Library System in Zanesville, Ohio, seeks a dynamic and community-minded leader to serve as Director. The library serves more than 86,000 residents of Muskingum County through six (6) library branch locations. It enjoys the support of an engaged board and friendly staff, as well as a community that appreciates excellent library service. Located east of the state capital of Columbus, Muskingum County and Zanesville, the county seat, offer a variety of unique cultural attractions and recreational opportunities, a rich history, and small-town charm. Please visit www.johnkeister.com/mcls <https://www.johnkeister.com/mcls/> for details and to apply. We welcome and encourage inquiries. Salary $90,000/year or higher, negotiable based on experience. John Keister & Associates Executive Search for Libraries and Non-Profits www.johnkeister.com <https://www.johnkeister.com/> mcls(a)johnkeister.com <mailto:mcls@johnkeister.com> 847-955-0541

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Virtual Summer Reading numbers
by Rebecca Higgerson 11 Jul '20

11 Jul '20

Hi everyone, We have a shockingly low number of people who have signed up for our Summer Reading program (we are down 85%) and I’m wondering if others are finding the same results. If your numbers are strong, to what do you contribute your success? Thanks in advance!! *Rebecca Higgerson* Director Brandon Twp Public Library 304 South Street Ortonville MI 48462 248-627-1474 *ENGAGE • EDUCATE • ENRICH • EMPOWER* *No Reservation Recommendations* https://nrr.ninja/

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Improve your skills and wellbeing with these MCLS webinars!
by Gwen Haviland 10 Jul '20

10 Jul '20

More July webinars from MCLS! Creating Marketing and Instructional Videos on a Dime<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/creating-marketing-and-instructional-video…> 1-day class, July 23, 10am - 12pm Eastern (9am - 11am Central) Soft Skills: Introduction to Workplace Etiquette<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/soft-skills-introduction-to-workplace-etiq…> (LIVE session) 1-day class, July 30, 9:30am - 11am Eastern (8:30am - 10am Central) Child's Play: Cataloging Children's Materials<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/child-s-play-cataloging-children-s-materia…> 1-day class, July 30, 2pm - 4pm Eastern (1pm - 3pm Central) Boosting Workplace Wellbeing<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/boosting-workplace-wellness-527.html> NEW! 1-day class, July 31, 10am - 12pm Eastern (9am - 11am Central) ************************************* 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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Shelver Position available at the Orion Township Public Library
by Joyce Becker 10 Jul '20

10 Jul '20

Shelver position available at the Orion Township Public Library, 12 hours/wk, includes Tuesday evening, Thursday evening and Saturday hours. Sort and shelve materials, ensure items are properly shelved, perform general support tasks and maintain orderliness of the library. Complete posting, including required qualifications, and online application available at: http://orionlibrary.org/library-employment/. Applications submitted before Friday, July 31, 2020 will receive first review. Thanks, ~Joyce Joyce Becker Administrative Assistant 825 Joslyn Road Lake Orion, MI 48362 Phone: 248 693-3000 x302 Fax: 248 693-3009 jbecker(a)orionlibrary.org<mailto:jbecker@orionlibrary.org>

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DIRECTORS CALL & New EOs
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 10 Jul '20

10 Jul '20

Hello: I neglected to note that, due to program limits on the number of attendees, the 2:00pm Directors meeting/Call with LM is for Public Library Directors ONLY. Library Staff members are asked to please disregard the previous information, and to please not join the 2:00 meeting as your attendance may prevent a Director's attendance. All information on the EOs will be provided via the LM website. I apologize for the error. Thanks! Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. You have the power to shape your future, and the future of all children, by counting everyone in your home in the 2020 Census<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmy2020cen…>. [A close up of a sign Description automatically generated]

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