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GNCRT is now seeking nominations for 4 new board members for April 2021 Elections!
by Franco Vitella 12 Oct '20

12 Oct '20

Are YOU ready for a new challenge? The ALA Graphic Novels and Comics Round Table (GNCRT) is now seeking nominations for 4 new volunteer board members to be elected during the ALA Elections in April 2021. We are looking for more members to join us in leadership roles - especially student members, library workers, and international members! If you know someone who would be a good candidate, please encourage them to apply! The Nomination form will remain open until Dec 3, 2020 at 11:59pm CT. https://divrt.directnominations.net/ We are seeking candidates for the following positions: * Vice President/President-Elect (3 yr term - President-Elect, then as President, then as Past President) * Secretary (2 yr term) * Member-at-Large - 2 positions OPEN (2 yr term) *NOTE: Those running for office must be GNCRT members in good standing before they can be officially nominated. Want more information? * Check out our 'About' section for information on our Current Board and to browse some 'GNCRT in the News' to read about some of our initiates this year: http://www.ala.org/rt/gncrt/about-gncrt * Check out our 'GNCRT in the news' to read about some of our initiatives this year: http://www.ala.org/rt/gncrt/about-gncrt/gncrt-news Or email gncrt(a)ala.org<mailto:gncrt@ala.org> and one of our current officers will get back to you! ******* Specific instructions filling out the Nomination Form: 1. * Where to Find It: https://divrt.directnominations.net/ * Deadline to Fill It Out: the Nomination form will remain open until Dec 3, 2020 at 11:59pm CT. * NOTE: this nomination form is the ALA overall nomination form - for GNCRT nominations please scroll down to Item line #80 for 'Graphic Novels & Comics Round Table' * Filling Out the Form: not all fields are required for the form - the required 7 fields to fill out (though you can certainly fill out everything if you so choose!) are: * Personal Information * How would you like your name to appear on the ballot * Institution / Organization - you can put your institution / organization -- or use Graphic Novels & Comics Round Table for this * City * State / Province * Statement of Professional Concerns / Aspirations if Elected (max 150 words) - inspire us! What do you want to do with a leadership role on GNCRT? * ALA member # Franco Vitella - he/him/his Acting Manager, Mobile Services Toledo Lucas County Public Library Board Member at Large, ALA Graphic Novels & Comics Round Table 419.259.5350 Web<http://www.toledolibrary.org>| Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/ToledoLibrary/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/toledolibrary?lang=en> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/toledolibrary/?hl=en> | YouTube<https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSgkDpo3xbGUipiRikKxZw>

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Small boxes
by Karri Slater 12 Oct '20

12 Oct '20

Houghton Lake Public library has a tote of small boxes up for grabs. If interested please send me your ZV code. They will go out Wednesday.

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Makerspace staffing
by Emily Dumas 12 Oct '20

12 Oct '20

Greetings, For those who have a makerspace in their library, can you please let me know if you have a dedicated staff member to oversee it? If so, can you send me the job description and pay range of the position? For those who do not have one employee (or a specific position) dedicated to run the makerspace, how do you handle it? Thanks so much! Emily -- Emily M. Dumas Library Director Royal Oak Public Library 248.246.3710

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Southfield COVID closing
by Dave Ewick 12 Oct '20

12 Oct '20

Hello everyone: We have had a staff member test positive for COVID so will be closed at least tomorrow (Tuesday) and possibly longer as we explore our options. Thanks, Dave Dave Ewick, City Librarian Southfield Public Library 248-796-4300

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Friends of the Library fundraising workshop
by Lisa Waskin 12 Oct '20

12 Oct '20

I am sending a request for any information regarding a Friends of the Library online workshop or virtual networking program that may have been developed in response to Covid. Specifically we are looking for something like: Navigating Covid - How to Raise Funds for Your Library During a Pandemic - along those lines. I am sure everyone's FOL groups are struggling with ways to raise money outside of the norm at this point. Or, if there haven't been any workshops developed yet, would there be a group of FOL groups that might want to form a networking brainstorm group with ours? I have a Zoom meeting room that I would be happy to facilitate something like that for Friends groups to get together virtually to share what they have been doing and get new ideas from others. Thank you, Lisa Lisa Waskin, Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Ph. (906) 632-9331 Fax (906) 635-0210 lisaw(a)uproc.lib.mi.us <mailto:lisaw@uproc.lib.mi.us>

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Virtual Battle of the Books
by Fran Hotchkiss 12 Oct '20

12 Oct '20

Hello All, We are considering holding a virtual Battle of the Books competition in the spring of 2021. We want to know if your library held one, how successful you felt it was? Any tips you might have would be much appreciated. Thank you, Fran -- Fran Hotchkiss Outreach Liaison Librarian Brandon Twp Public Library 304 South Street <https://maps.google.com/?q=304+South+Street&entry=gmail&source=g> Ortonville MI 48462 248-627-1462 *ENGAGE **•** EDUCATE **•** ENRICH **•** EMPOWER*

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Envelopes and Packing Materials
by Melissa Browne 12 Oct '20

12 Oct '20

I have 1 box of Various envelopes and 2 boxes of packing materials (brown paper, air balloons, bubble sheets) for any libraries that are interested. Please include your Rides codes with interest. Send email to mbrowne(a)mycdl.org -- *Melissa Browne* *Branch Manager-Byron* *Monday & Wednesday 11-4pm* *Tuesday & Thursday 2-7pm *

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Part-time Programming Aide position at Clarkston Independence District Library
by Tracy Bedford 12 Oct '20

12 Oct '20

Could you please post this? Thank you. Part-time Programming Aide The Clarkston Independence District Library is looking for a creative and enthusiastic person to become a member of our Youth Services Team! We are in the midst of creating new and innovative programming for our community and need someone to help us out! If you are interested, check out the job description below. Salary: $11.00- $16.00 per hour depending on experience Hours: 10-20 hours per week Primary job duties: Duties include, but are not limited to: • Preparation and facilitation of programs for children from birth to age 18 • Promotion of collections through creation of displays • Perform other library duties as assigned Qualifications: • Professional and enthusiastic attitude towards providing public library service to patrons • Experience working with children • A desire to serve the public in a positive manner • Familiarity with popular reading materials and genre collections for youth • Familiarity with popular technology including Zoom, Facebook Live and editing software preferred • Strong oral and written communication skills • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships • Knowledge of Integrated Library systems, Polaris preferred • Knowledge of popular office computer programs • Ability to lift, push and/or pull at least 20 pounds • Flexibility to work varied hours Reports to: Head of Children’s & Teen Services Materials for application which should include a resume and cover letter, are due by October 23rd, and should be sent to: Tracy Bedford Head of Children’s and Teen Services bedfordt(a)cidlibrary.org

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Metro Detroit Book and Author Society Virtual Author Series! Tickets onsale now!
by Cathleen A Russ 12 Oct '20

12 Oct '20

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Director position
by Kate Van Auken 12 Oct '20

12 Oct '20

Please see the attached job posting for Millington Arbela District Library. This is a wonderful opportunity for the right candidate! Kate Van Auken, Director White Pine Library Cooperative 429 North State Street Suite 207 Caro, MI 48723 (989) 793-7126

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