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WebJunction content and upcoming webinars
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 27 Aug '20

27 Aug '20

Are you subscribed to Crossroads, WebJunction’s free enewsletter? Crossroads highlights new articles on WebJunction.org, including upcoming webinars and new course content. Subscribe today and stay up-to-date<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.webjun…> on the latest news from this online learning community! Highlighted Training Content in the Catalog * Seed and Plat Swap Grows During COVID<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.webju…>: For the past two years, the Erie City Public Library has planted seeds for family gardens and raised them in the east window of the library. Learn how they adapted the program to continue to meet community needs while dealing with COVID-19. * Delivering Engaging Online Learning: The Three Ps of Preparation:<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.webju…> Libraries of all types-K-12, public, university, and more-are exploring various forms of online engagement with their communities. For many, the newly expanded scale of virtual programming can present a significant learning curve for all involved. If thoughtfully prepared and delivered, however, virtual learning can effectively facilitate learning, peer sharing, and community building. WebJunction Webinars for You This upcoming webinar is open for registration. If you can’t attend a live session, all WebJunction webinars are recorded and available for free in the Course Catalog<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flearn.web…>. Strengthen Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Practice Through Self-Paced Learning Tuesday, September 15, 2020 ◆ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ◆ 60 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/strengthen-EDI-practice-thro…<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.webju…> While classroom training has an important place in library staff education, learning is extended and reinforced when staff have the opportunity to work through difficult topics outside of the classroom. In order to support staff learning about issues of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI), Multnomah County Library has developed a “Racially Just” toolkit, containing activities staff can use to learn and practice on their own, with colleagues, or in their staff groups. The toolkit workbooks include information and activities related to bias, microaggressions, allyship and cross-cultural communication, as well as a workbook focused on learning about Native American and Alaska Native people and communities. Learn how Multnomah Library developed the workbooks and what indicators signaled that their organization was ready to support staff with self-paced learning about EDI. Presented by: Ekatrina Sotomayor, Access Services Assistant, Multnomah County Library (OR); and Amy Honisett, Learning and Development Specialist, Multnomah County Library One Step at a Time: How Libraries Can Promote Healthy, Thriving, and Livable Communities Thursday, October 22, 2020 ◆ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ◆ 60 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/one-step-at-a-time.html<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.webju…> During COVID-19 stay at home orders, improvements to air and water quality around the globe showed how changing our transportation practices could benefit the environment. We also know that physical activities, like walking, can help prevent chronic diseases and promote health. This webinar will highlight the multiple benefits of walking and walkable communities, and provide the information and inspiration you need to join the hundreds of public libraries around the country that are contributing to the development of healthy and resilient communities. Learn how to advocate for safe walking routes to your libraries, how to partner with parks and recreation, local transportation departments, and others committed to building safe, accessible, equitable places to walk and move. Presented by: Kate Kraft, Executive Director, America Walks; Noah Lenstra, Director, Let’s Move in Libraries; Mary Sizemore, Director, High Point Public Library (North Carolina) and Jeffrey T. Davis, Branch Manager at San Diego Public Library This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services<https://www.imls.gov/>.

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Press Release: LTPL to host Kevin Wood as President Abraham Lincoln, Monday, August 31, at 7pm online.
by Katie Rothley 26 Aug '20

26 Aug '20

27005 S. Milford Road ▪ South Lyon (248) 437-8800 ▪ [ http://www.lyon.lib.mi.us/ | www.lyon.lib.mi.us ] Monday - Thursday 10:00 am-9:00 pm Friday - Saturday 10:00 am-5:00 pm For Immediate Release August 26, 2020 Contact: Katie Rothley, Marketing & Outreach Librarian Phone: 248-437-8800 ext. 618 Email: krothley(a)lyon.lib.mi.us Lyon Township Public Library (LTPL) to host actor and historian Kevin Wood, as President Abraham Lincoln, online through Zoom on Monday, August 31 at 7:00 PM. South Lyon, MI – Please join the Neighborhood Library Association, and LTPL, Monday, August 31 at 7:00 PM for an online presentation on the topic of Slavery, Emancipation, and Equality by Mr. Kevin Wood, acting as President Abraham Lincoln. This presentation will appeal to those who have an interest in United States history and early politics. Description of our virtual event: President Abraham Lincoln (Kevin Wood, Michigan resident, historian and actor) shares his ever-evolving perspectives on the subjects of slavery, emancipation, and equality, including the relationship between the races, during his times. He gives a brief summary of the long history of slavery in North America, focusing especially on the great debates and compromises over slavery at the time of the formation of the United States and during the subsequent 80 years. He discusses his own political views on slavery and emancipation and how these gradually shifted over the years. He talks about his interactions with both free and enslaved blacks, and about the relationship in general between the white and black races in his times. And, of course, he discusses the great events of his presidency as related to these issues, including the significant decisions to issue the Emancipation Proclamation, to allow blacks to join the armed forces, to give up on the idea of colonizing blacks elsewhere, and to advocate for black suffrage. Register on our website to receive the zoom link and passcode to this live program by visiting this link: [ https://lyon-lib.libcal.com/event/6850328 | https://lyon-lib.libcal.com/event/6850328 ] . All registrants will receive a link to the zoom session and passcode the day before the event. You may participate by video or by phone. This is a Neighborhood Library Asssociation sponsored program, in conjunction with Salem-South Lyon District Library, Wixom Public Library, Walled Lake City Library, Novi Public Library, Northville District Library & Commerce Township Community Library. About Kevin Wood Kevin Wood, currently of Oak Park, Illinois (Chicago area), professionally portrays President Abraham Lincoln, one of our nation's most beloved and esteemed historical figures. Mr. Wood has been portraying Mr. Lincoln since the year 2000, and on a professional basis since 2105. He has made over 1,100 appearances in 23 states plus Washington DC and two foreign countries: Canada and Spain. He has made appearances at the [ http://www.alplm.org/ | Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum ] , the [ https://www.nps.gov/liho/index.htm | Lincoln Home National Historic Site ] , the [ https://museum.lincolncollege.edu/ | Lincoln Heritage Museum ] , the [ http://www.lincolnlogcabin.org/ | Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site ] , and [ http://www.lincolnsfestival.net/ | Lincoln's Festival on Route 66 ] , among many other places and events. Mr. Wood also writes a blog – “Loath to Close… Still!” – which encourages others to reflect upon and learn from President Lincoln’s life and legacy. For more information, visit [ http://www.mrlincoln.com/ | www.mrlincoln.com ] .

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Sad News: Reginald (Reggie) Williams
by Jim Flury 25 Aug '20

25 Aug '20

All, I need to share some sad news. Our longtime colleague, Director of Ecorse Public Library and member of The Library Network Board of Trustees Reginald (Reggie) Williams passed away August 14, 2020. Reggie received a B.S. in Early Childhood Development and an M.S.L.S. degree, both from Wayne State University. He was a long-time employee of Wayne County, eventually culminating with his appointment as Wayne County Librarian, the position from which he retired in 2001. Reggie undertook a number of significant, successful initiatives throughout his career, including the re-opening of the closed Ecorse Public Library in 1991, the "Wayne Babies...Live, Learn and Play" project in 2008, the School Youth Initiative Project, Presidency of the Ecorse Rotary Club and also a former member of the Board of Directors of the Downriver Council for the Arts. Throughout his career Reggie also served as a mentor to many young librarians, helping them to become established in the profession. A number of us who worked in a building in Wayne a decade or four ago that was then named the "WOLF Service Center", were fortunate to have been able to work alongside Reggie, to see his hard work and dedication and perhaps most importantly, to appreciate his sense of humor. My favorite memory of Reggie, who was always, always the consummate professional and the very epitome of customer service, was of him working in what was called the Reference/Interloan Department, one phone in each ear, working on interlibrary loan requests for/with two libraries simultaneously. Double the customer service! That was Reg. Reggie was a great librarian, and an even better person. He will be missed. Jim Flury Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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CD/DVD Replacement Pages Available
by Barbara Beaton 25 Aug '20

25 Aug '20

We have two packages of Demco CD/DVD Replacement Pages, 6-Ring Extra, 50 pages per package which don't fit our cases. Happy to send along to the first person to ask! Thanks, Barbara Barbara Beaton Assistant Director/Reference Librarian Milan Public Library Milan, MI 48160 734-439-1240 www.milanlibrary.org<http://www.milanlibrary.org> she/her

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Additional Maintenance Assistant needed at the Orion Library
by Joyce Becker 25 Aug '20

25 Aug '20

The Orion Township Public Library currently has a job opening for an additional maintenance assistant, see attached posting for details. ~Joyce Joyce Becker Administrative Assistant 825 Joslyn Road Lake Orion, MI 48362 Phone: 248 693-3000 x431 jbecker(a)orionlibrary.org<mailto:jbecker@orionlibrary.org>

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Cataloging and Soft Skills webinars from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 25 Aug '20

25 Aug '20

Register soon for these webinars from MCLS! Copy Cataloging of Digital Resources Using RDA<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/copy-cataloging-of-digital-resources-using…> 3-day class, September 1-3, 2pm - 4pm Eastern (1pm - 3pm Central) Soft Skills: Introduction to Emotional Intelligence<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/soft-skills-introduction-to-emotional-inte…> 1-day class, September 3, 10am - 11:30am Eastern (9am - 10:30am 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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Average Age of Your Collection
by Shauna Quick 25 Aug '20

25 Aug '20

In figuring out the average age of our collection at Brandon Township Public Library, we wonder how we compare with other libraries in the state. Would you be willing to share the average age of your collection? I am happy to compile and send out the responses. *Average Age of Brandon Township Public Library Collection* Youth: 2009 YA: 2014 Adult: 2011 Entire Collection (includes misc. material types): 2010 Thank you for your time! Always, *Shauna Quick* Adult Services Librarian Brandon Township Public Library 304 South St. Ortonville, MI 48642 (248)627-1472 squick(a)brandonlibrary.org *ENGAGE **•** EDUCATE **•** ENRICH **•** EMPOWER* *No Reservation Recommendations: your source for colleague-approved vendors!* https://nrr.ninja/

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Monitors for Sale
by Tracy Logan 25 Aug '20

25 Aug '20

My I.T. Manager is at it again- purging unneeded tech left and right! We have three of these Dell Monitors 19" screens WITH VGA cable for $40 a piece. Pictured below. Email if you're interested. Thank you! [image: image.png] -- 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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backyard chickens
by Melissa Armstrong 25 Aug '20

25 Aug '20

Hi Library Peeps, I remember that someone had a class on backyard chickens down in a Detroit suburb but cant find the email. I know the MSU extension ran it. Can someone send that to me? Thank you, Melissa Armstrong Assistant Director Caro Area District Library 840 W Frank Street Caro, Michigan 48723 989-673-4329 ext. 107 melissa(a)carolibrary.org [Signature SizeCaro-Area-District-Library-Logo]

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Updated list of publishers extended permissions for Read Alouds
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 25 Aug '20

25 Aug '20

School Library Journal has pushed an updated list of publishers' permissions: https://www.slj.com/?detailStory=remote-learning-still-the-norm-publishers-… Please review as permissions & requirements vary. Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 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/> 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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