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Discounted ed2go online training classes offered through MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 14 Aug '20

14 Aug '20

MCLS has partnered with Cengage's ed2go to offer fundamental online training courses at discounted prices for MCLS members! Following are some featured courses: A to Z Grantwriting<https://www.ed2go.com/mcls/online-courses/grant-writing-a-to-z/> Instructor-Led or Self-Paced Tutorial 24 course hours for only $99! Computer Skills for the Workplace<https://www.ed2go.com/mcls/online-courses/computer-skills-for-the-workplace/> Instructor-Led or Self-Paced Tutorial 24 course hours for only $99! Blogging and Podcasting for Beginners<https://www.ed2go.com/mcls/online-courses/web-2-0-blogs-wikis-and-podcasts/> Instructor-Led or Self-Paced Tutorial 24 course hours for only $90! 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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Cataloging and MeLCat webinar from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 14 Aug '20

14 Aug '20

There is still time to register for these MCLS webinars! Rare Books Cataloging<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/rare-books-cataloging-542.html> 3-day class, August 25-27, 10am - 12pm Eastern (9am - 11am Central) Lost in Translation: Mapping, Loading, and Deleting Data from DCB to MeLCat<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/lost-in-translation-mapping-loading-and-de…> (for MeLCat DCB library staff only) 1-day class, August 24, 2pm - 3pm Eastern (1pm - 2pm 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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Intern at the Southfield Public Library
by Kelly Rembert 14 Aug '20

14 Aug '20

The Southfield Library is seeking Interns. LIBRARY INTERNSHIP Southfield Public Library 2-year position 30-40 hours/week The Southfield Public Library ( https://southfieldlibrary.org/) is centrally located in the Detroit Metropolitan area. Serving a daytime population of 175,000, our fast-paced library is the hub of the business and residential community. Newly built in 2003, our 100,000 square foot library has an esteemed reputation for excellent public service, along with a core collection of print and digital resources. The Library’s guiding mission is “We help people succeed.” Our experienced librarians are top-notch professionals who assist patrons with their information needs. POSITION AND DUTIES Interns are an integral part of the Southfield Public Library’s operations. Internships are available in Adult Services, Youth Services, Technology, and Community Outreach divisions. During an internship, you will gain experience working on public service desks, providing reference and reader’s advisory service. You will assist patrons with their mobile devices and show them how to use our digital collections. Programming experience will be gained by assisting librarians with library programs and teaching classes to the public. You will learn collection development by being responsible for assigned collections. You will have an opportunity to create and maintain book displays. The overall goal of the library internships is to provide students with real life library experience and guidance while working alongside professional librarians. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree Current enrollment in a Master’s degree program in Library and Information Science at the time of hire DESIRED SKILLS MAY INCLUDE Customer service experience Experience working with children Web design experience Experience with the Adobe Creative Suite SALARY AND BENEFITS $11.00/hour first year ; $12.00/hour second year Vacation, sick, personal business leave and paid holidays Heath insurance Tuition reimbursement allowance Incentive bonus upon completion of the 2-year position HOURS AND PLACEMENT 30-40 hours per week, including day, evening and weekend hours Internships offered in multiple departments: Adult Services, Youth Services, Technology, and Community Outreach DEADLINE: Until filled TO APPLY: Send cover letter, resume and City of Southfield Application for Employment ( https://www.cityofsouthfield.com/sites/default/files/inline-files/generalap…) to Mary Beall, Deputy City Librarian, Southfield Public Library, 26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076 mbeall(a)southfieldlibrary.org Kelly Ireland Rembert Outreach Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 796-4367 krembert(a)southfieldlibrary.org www.southfieldlibrary.org

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Register today: Essential skills training for Michigan library staff on facilitating effective conversations and meetings!
by Jan Davidson 14 Aug '20

14 Aug '20

Do you lead meetings at your library? Do you facilitate conversations between staff or patrons and wish you had more training in how to do so effectively? Ever feel ill equipped to handle situations of conflict in a meeting or guide groups to agreement? MCLS will again be offering, in partnership with the Library of Michigan, training presented by We Can Work It Out, LLC on essential skills for library staff in Michigan to facilitate effective conversations and meetings! The workshops, to be held online this year for your safety and convenience, will include learning theory, as well as practice of skills and peer feedback. They will still be very interactive, and we are excited to add a module on facilitating meetings virtually! Registration is now open for these small, interactive workshops and we expect them to fill fast, so find out more and claim your spot today! https://www.mcls.org/training-events/events/facilitation-training-2020/ Questions? Email Jan at engagement(a)mcls.org<mailto:engagement@mcls.org>! ********************** 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>

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 14 Aug '20

14 Aug '20

ALSC & YALSA Registration for the 2020 ALSC Virtual Institute, “Dive In: Engage, Amplify, Activate,” is now open<http://www.ala.org/Template.cfm?Section=eventsinst&Template=/Conference/Con…>! This year’s Virtual Institute will convene October 2-3, 2020, in lieu of the originally planned in-person event in Minneapolis, MN. Additionally, The Friends of ALSC is sponsoring registration scholarships for ALSC members, including student memberships. Visit the Scholarship section of the ALSC Institute website<http://www.ala.org/alsc/friends-alsc-virtual-institute-scholarship> for more information and a link to the application, which is due August 28. TeenTober Poster & Bookmark Together with ALA Graphics, YALSA has released a TeenTober digital poster<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.l…> and bookmark<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.l…> to help libraries celebrate the new initiative's official launch after a soft launch last year. Stay tuned in the coming weeks for the release of a toolkit to further help you celebrate the event!. 2020 Teens' Top Ten Voting Starts Aug. 15! Voting<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.l…> for the 2020 Teens' Top Ten<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.l…> starts this Saturday, Aug. 15! Teens can vote for up to three of their favorite titles. The "top ten" titles with the most votes will become the official 2020 Teens' Top Ten winning titles. Encourage teens to vote<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.l…> starting Aug. 15 - Oct. 15. MiYouth Virtual Meeting Wednesday, September 9th – new time: 1:00 PM ET!!! Come prepared to share out what your library is doing and to chat & listen with others in youth & teen services. Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://michigan-host.zoom.us/j/506813991?pwd=Z2NBMTFES1BlRlNVc2lhbzV1eTJ0Q…<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmichigan-…> Password: 454345 Or Telephone: Dial: USA 215 446 3657 USA 8883634735 (US Toll Free) Conference code: 519921 Webinars & Resources Using Texts to Promote Libraries & Literacy<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Tuesday, September 15 2:00 PM ET In October 2017, the Ypsilanti District Library launched TALK: Text and Learn for Kindergarten, an early literacy text messaging service, with LSTA grant funding. With the support of community partners, the successful project reached over 1,000 families across Washtenaw County via text, offering activities parents could do with children 5 and under to prepare them for school and beyond. Find out more about this pilot project that may become available to libraries statewide in 2021. This webinar will be recorded and shared with registrants. It is brought to you by the Library of Michigan and supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Free Resources to Navigate the Challenges of the COVID-19 Pandemic with Youth Now, more than ever, as parents and caregivers look to libraries<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.l…> for support, the work of children’s librarians, serving as media mentors, is essential. In response to this rise in digital media use and other challenges brought about by the pandemic, the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) has compiled<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.l…> a suite of free tools and resources to support library professionals in all types of libraries. Learn<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.l…> more. Free Webinar: Learning and Teaching Antiracism in Expanded Learning On Aug. 18 at 3:30 pm EST, join<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.l…> the National Summer Learning Association<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.l…>, Generation Teach, and San Diego Unified School District as they dive into agile and creative expanded learning programs that have elevated student voice, identity development, and courageous conversations around race and social justice. From the use of art as a form of protest to nurturing the next generation of diverse teachers, these programs will share teachable moments to create equitable expanded learning opportunities all year long. Register<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.l…> now. MDE-LIO: Supporting Braille Literacy at Home<https://mdelio.org/events/supporting-braille-literacy-home> This five-week online class will give adult family members of students who are Blind/Visually Impaired the opportunity to learn basic concepts about braille and discuss topics related to raising a child with vision loss. Adult family members may register as a group for this class: bit.ly/LIOBraille<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmdelio.us…>. In an effort to support families during the COVID-19 pandemic, this class is offered at a reduced cost. Required Technology: This class will be conducted online. Participants must have reliable internet access and a computer with a camera. Instructions on how to access the class will be provided prior to the start of the class. If families have a question or need to cancel, call MDE-LIO at 517-241-7083. How did Michigan educators respond to the suspension of face-to-face instruction due to COVID-19?<https://epicedpolicy.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/RBG3-COVID-Survey-Polic…> – EPIC, August 2020. Interesting responses – take a look! In the News… Gov. Whitmer, GOP near deal on Michigan school reopenings amid pandemic, Bridge<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bridge…> Michigan school reopening tracker<https://www.bridgemi.com/talent-education/michigan-school-reopening-tracker…> – Bridge, 8.13.20 The wider benefits of third grade retention laws<https://fordhaminstitute.org/ohio/commentary/wider-benefits-third-grade-ret…> – Thomas B. Fordham Institute, 8.12.20 Wishing you a sunny weekend, 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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In lieu payment question
by Comstock Director 13 Aug '20

13 Aug '20

Hello everyone, I am wondering what other libraries may offer as payment to employees in lieu of taking the library’s health insurance. Specifically, I’d be interested to know: -Do you offer a lump sum payment once a year, once a month, or a prorated amount each pay period? -How do you determine that payment—is it based on a percentage of an individual's health insurance costs or do you use another method to calculate it? We’re a PA 164 township, class IV library but I’d appreciate hearing from any libraries willing to share—any info appreciated! --Emily Emily Kubash Director Comstock Township Library 6130 King Highway P.O. Box 25 Comstock, MI 49041 (269) 345-0136

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What makes you proudest of your library right now?
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 13 Aug '20

13 Aug '20

Good afternoon all, I came across a question that Ohio was asking their libraries pre-pandemic 2020: What makes you proudest of your library right now? I bet the answers are pretty amazing today as we navigate the current situation. Please send me your response to this question off-list; we'll package them at the Library of Michigan and get them back out to you for a day when you need a little inspiration. Have a great day, Sonya Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 517-335-1498 https://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan https://mel.org<https://mel.org/> http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/> 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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Books are gone...
by Gail Nartker 13 Aug '20

13 Aug '20

Thank you as always for helping us give away new items to libraries in need. The books are gone and packages are being put together for the lucky libraries. Gail Gail Nartker, Director Sandusky District Library 55 East Sanilac Road Sandusky, MI 48471 810.648.2644 http://sandusky.lib.mi.us

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Free financial webinars from MSUE
by Tessa Genovese 13 Aug '20

13 Aug '20

Posting on behalf of Sonya Norris – please see below. Thanks! *********************************************************************** From: "Norris, Sonya (MDE)" <NorrisS2(a)michigan.gov> Date: Thursday, August 13, 2020 at 10:49 AM To: "michlib-l(a)mcls.org" <michlib-l(a)mcls.org> Subject: Free financial webinars from MSUE Greetings all, Is there a need in your community for financial education courses via Zoom from a trustworthy source? Look to MSU Extension. They have opened up these courses for free through September. * Cash crunch during COVID-19 * Home buying/ownership * Foreclosure prevention * Planning for retirement Pre-registration is required; a complete list of courses are available at: https://mimoneyhealth.org<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.canr.…> More information about MSUE and Michigan libraries will be featured on a future New Opportunities in Adult Programming virtual meeting (Date TBD). Have a great day, Sonya Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 517-335-1498 https://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan https://mel.org<https://mel.org/> http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/> 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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covid unattended children policies
by Allison Boyer 13 Aug '20

13 Aug '20

Hi all I had many requests when I asked about unattended child policies in regard to covid-19 I had one response from Michlib, that I have attached. But I did also gather some from some Facebook groups. Here are some of the highlights I gathered from FB: (so from far and wide, not just MI libraries) -No unattended children 12 yrs or younger meaning there must be an ADULT, not an older sibling. We're seeing families with kids coming in for materials and to sign up for our SRP (all online this year), but we haven't seen our teens much. -No one under 18 without and adult. 1 hour time limit for all patrons. -Our new COVID child policy says no one under 16 is permitted in the building without an adult. -Ages 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult (not an older sibling) at all times while in the building. This means that a 12-year-old can't be browsing in YA while a parent looks at the DVDs; they need to stay together -No one under the age of 14 without an adult. 30 min time limit for all -Same as it's always been. Must be 9+ to be in there w/o an adult. We only have very limited services and everything "fun" is put away so the 15 minute limit we're strongly encouraging is pretty easy to enforce. -We require minors under age 16 to be accompanied by an adult when coming into the library. All patrons are limited to 1 hour visit per day. -No under 12s at all - 30 minute single appointment for browsing or curbside pickup. We are small, so we can only let 1 at a time in right now -Our children's department is on a different floor. We have adjusted our policy so that no one can be in the library longer than 30 minutes. Students 13 and under must be here attended by a guardian 18+. What we decided was to amend our covid policy to include a statement that children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver 18+ After 1.5 weeks open we have only had 2 friends come in wanting to play computer games. They seemed to understand once I explained it to them. <http://loutitlibrary.org/> Allison Boyer Head of Youth Services she/her/hers 616.850.6916 Youth Desk | 616.850.6919 Office loutitlibrary.org 407 Columbus Ave. Grand Haven, MI 49417 Expanding Horizons, Enriching Minds <https://www.facebook.com/LoutitDistrictLibrary/> <https://www.instagram.com/loutitlibrary/> Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/1927302?utm_medi…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/1927302?utm_medi…> [image: Goodreads Logo] <https://www.goodreads.com/?utm_medium=gr_logo&utm_source=email_signature>Get your own email signature <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_instructions?utm_medium=gyo_…>

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