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April 22 radio interview with Baldwin's Jeff Jimison about COVID-19 project
by Doug Koschik 23 Apr '20

23 Apr '20

Hello everyone, https://youtu.be/OAijE5m9Gaw As I wrote at the end of March, Baldwin's Idea Lab (i.e., makerspace) has become involved in the production of face shields and other PPE for first-line responders. Jeff Jimison, the Idea Lab's supervisor, is spearheading the project. The link above is to a 16-minute-long interview with Jeff. It provides a lot of information not only about the production of COVID-19 personal protection equipment, but also about Baldwin's Idea Lab in general. Individuals and organizations have been very generous in their support of this project. The Baldwin Public Library Trust has so far received approximately $30,000 in donations for it. I want to thank especially those from the library community who have graciously donated. As are all of you, Baldwin is continuing to provide a wide array of library services to the public during the shutdown--but by using alternate means, especially digital. We're also proud, however, that we are providing practical assistance to hospitals, fire departments, senior centers, etc., during this pandemic. I hope that all of you are staying well. Doug -- Doug Koschik Director Baldwin Public Library 300 W. Merrill St. Birmingham, MI 48009 E-mail: doug.koschik(a)baldwinlib.org Telephone: 248-554-4681 Fax: 248-647-6393

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Not too late to register...
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 23 Apr '20

23 Apr '20

This Friday we'll continue our Best Storytelling Practices series with Jenifer Strauss, as well as offering additional trainings! Plus, please note the UPDATED links to REGISTER for Wandoo Reader trainings. I accidently sent out the wrong links earlier today due to a mis-communication. Again, please DO register if you are interested in Wandoo Reader, or already have an account and want advanced training. Thanks! Singing Our Way to Literacy!<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> with Jenifer Strauss, Story Be Told Friday, April 24, 2020 10:00 AM ET Singing with children is one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to increase reading and writing readiness. It also serves as "Storytime Glue." You don't have to sing well to share music with kids - you just need give yourself permission! Join, Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss for a webinar filled with rhythms, rhymes, songs and silliness. Learn to use simple rhythm instruments and props to move and groove with kids. Discover how singing refines auditory discrimination and sequencing, improves listening skills, creates phonological awareness, print awareness, enriches vocabulary and uplifts our mood! Webinar link will be emailed to registered attendees the day before the event. Registered attendees will get a link to the recording after the webinar. This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Motion<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…>! with Longway Planetarium's Laurie Bone Tuesday, April 28, 2020 10:00 AM ET In this STEM training, Longway Planetarium's Laurie Bone will provide background information about forces and motion, and share connections to the Next Generation Science Standards. Some easy, tried and true activities that you can do virtually with your patrons using everyday household items will be demonstrated. Webinar participants will also receive links to information sheets that support each activity so that you can create a "Motion" STEM program, either in the library or virtually, for your families. Wandoo Reader Overview with DEMCO Tuesday, April 28, 2020 2:00 PM ET Please do register at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3935736362768451342<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fattendee.…>. Wandoo Reader Deep Dive with DEMCO Thursday, April 30, 2020 2:00 PM ET Please do register at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6860717668117985293<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fattendee.…>. Childhood Trauma in a Time of Crisis<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> with Dr. Amelia Siders, Children's Advocacy Centers of Michigan Tuesday, May 5, 2020 2:00 PM ET For some children, home is not a safe place. Take a deeper look at what some children might be experiencing in this time of crisis, how it might affect learning, how to recognize the signs of abuse, and how public libraries might best serve these children. Dr. Amelia Siders will be our presenter, she is the Director of Clinical Practice Development and Education, at the Children's Advocacy Centers of Michigan. Children's Advocacy Centers (CACs) partner with prosecutors, law enforcement, and protective services to coordinate the investigation of child maltreatment-often child sexual abuse. CACs also provide support to child survivors of abuse so that those kids can get back to being kids. DIY Puppets and Props to Support Imagine Your Story<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> with Jenifer Strauss, Story Be Told Friday, May 8, 2020 10:00 AM ET "Story" is a part of a child's first language and key to exploring and understanding their world. Imaginative play is essential to a healthy childhood and a more compassionate, fulfilling adulthood. And so, providing children opportunities for open-ended narrative play with puppets and props will not only allow them to develop social skills like sharing and cooperation, it will also help use their imagination to grow in language and literacy! In this webinar, facilitated by Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss, learn how to provide children with simple puppets and props from every-day household items to provide "anytime, anywhere" opportunities for narrative play. STEM in the Kitchen<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> with Longway Planetarium's Laurie Bone Tuesday, May 12, 2020 10:00 AM ET In this STEM training Longway Planetarium's Laurie Bone will introduce some basic chemistry concepts while demonstrating fun and easy-to-do chemistry activities straight from the kitchen. Activities that you can do virtually with your patrons using everyday kitchen tools will be demonstrated. Webinar participants will also receive links to information sheets that support each activity so that you can create a "STEM in the Kitchen" program, either in the library or virtually, for your families. Literacy All Day, Every Day: How to Present Easy-to- Use Language and Literacy Tips to Parents and Caregivers<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> with Jenifer Strauss, Story Be Told Tuesday, May 19, 2020 10:00 AM ET Parents and caregivers know the value of the storytime programs; librarians not only provide valuable language experiences, they model good practices! But how do we help parents understand that language experience is something they can provide for their children all-day, every day? Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss will model a Ready-to-Use Parent Presentation that librarians can use to encourage parents to engage their children in quality language experiences during the course of a regular day with their kids. These programs are supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. 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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Past favorites and NEW MCLS courses open for registration!
by Gwen Haviland 23 Apr '20

23 Apr '20

Register soon for these early May webinars from MCLS! MARC: An Introduction<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/marc-an-introduction-462.html> REGISTER SOON - only 3 spots left! 3-day class, May 5-7, 10am - 12pm Eastern (9am - 11am Central) AACR2...Meet RDA<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/aacr2-meet-rda-478.html> 1-day class, May 6, 2pm - 4pm Eastern (1pm - 3pm Central) The Benefits of MCLS Membership<https://store.mcls.org/index.php/the-benefits-of-mcls-membership-482.html> NEW COURSE! FREE! 1-day class, May 7, 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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Fwd: Capstone is offering over 5, 000 ebooks to public libraries until 6/30/20 !
by Jim Flury 23 Apr '20

23 Apr '20

Fyi. Forwarding because I wasn't sure how widely this email has already been broadcast. Disregard if already received. Thanks. Jim 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 From: "Laureen Bowman" <laureen(a)archieassociates.com> To: "deb hemmye" <deb.hemmye(a)farmlib.org> Sent: Thursday, April 23, 2020 9:27:27 AM Subject: Capstone is offering over 5,000 ebooks to public libraries until 6/30/20 ! Good Morning Michigan Public Librarian: In an effort to support distance learners and home schoolers with curriculum and instructional needs, Capstone is offering over 5,000 Interactive eBooks at no charge until June 30, 2020! Capstone is proud to provide content that spans the curriculum and provides distance learners the content they need with following features: * Text features to include table of contents, glossary and index * Information about the author is included along with writing prompts * Easy to use navigation to include: * * Double click to zoom * Full screen view option * Page progress and skip * Nonfiction and fiction books are available! * Built in audio offers an optional read along feature perfect for beginning and struggling readers * English, Spanish, and Bilingual books for grades Pre-K to 8 th * The new Booklist feature allows parents and teachers to create specific lists of books based on a subject area or assignment Please complete the form on the following [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__pebblego.com_free-2Dpe… | link ] to gain access to Capstone Interactive Ebooks. Please let me know if you have questions. Thank you. Laureen Bowman M.S.L.S. 35460 Heritage Lane Farmington, MI 48335 248-474-6527 248-474-5090 FAX [ mailto:laureen@archieassociates.com | laureen(a)archieassociates.com ]

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Successful Curbside Pickup Services: Best Practices
by Andrea Ingmire 22 Apr '20

22 Apr '20

Hi all, Looking for feedback from any library who ran a successful curbside pickup process prior to EO 2020-20 when all of that had to cease. I'd love to hear how you addressed these questions: 1. Did you impose limits on # of titles for pickup/patron? 2. Did you have a family pack, or some other librarian collected set of picture books by topic to offer families who may not have time to place individual titles on hold? 3. Any advice on how to stagger pickup appointments, or how to encourage folks to spread out while waiting for pickup? 4. What about your ILS generated holds notifications? Did you change messages with new instructions regarding curbside pickup? 5. Any other helpful tips, or even things that didn't work for you? We were focused on getting previously requested holds out for people, so we didn't get an actual curbside system setup, and I'd like to be ready for offering this as soon as we get the green light to open in some capacity. Thanks! Andrea ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ *Andrea IngmireLibrary DirectorPeter White Public Library* (906) 226-4303 (office) (906) 250-0080 (cell) (906) 226-1783 (fax) *http://pwpl.info/ <http://pwpl.info/>*

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Popular Digital Resources In Public Libraries
by Jim Flury 22 Apr '20

22 Apr '20

All, During the time libraries have been closed and library patrons have been without access to physical materials I have handled a few (okay, more than a few; multiple dozens is a more accurate number) inquiries, as well as many actual setups, for digital services. Here is a synopsis of six of those services which have proven to be most popular in public libraries so far: 1. OverDrive and OverDrive Advantage : Most public libraries have OverDrive, usually as part of a consortia. The price varies according to the population served of the subscribing library. Also available to OverDrive subscribing libraries is OverDrive Advantage. For $250.00 an OverDrive library can enroll in OverDrive Advantage. That $250.00 is turned into a content credit that is used to buy titles/copies that are for the exclusive use by patrons of that library only. Future Advantage purchases are per the discretion of the library. 2. Hoopla by Midwest Tape : Hoopla [ https://www.hoopladigital.com/ | https://www.hoopladigital.com/ ] is a (mostly) pay per download service that offers ebooks, audiobooks, comics, television shows, movies and music. Nationwide, the average cost of a Hoopla download is currently about $2.06. Recently Hoopla also added to its offerings the same one copy/one user model OverDrive has featured since its inception. Hoopla is also rumored to be rolling out a consortial model, similar to that offered by OverDrive, sometime in early 2021. An initial deposit, the amount of which is dependent upon the pop served of the library, is required to begin with Hoopla. 3. RBdigital: They offer everything the above two vendors do, with the addition of Magazines (OverDrive does offer magazines again as well) and Newspapers [ https://rbdigital.com/ | https://rbdigital.com/ ] TLN still has in place a Michigan statewide discounted price program with Recorded Books for Magazines (3,500 titles with unlimited access); Audiobooks (30,000 titles with unlimited access); Comics (2,000 titles); Newspapers (2,000 titles); and Streaming Video (AcornTV, IndieFlix, etc). The TLN discounted pricing for these services varies according to the annual circ and/or pop served of the library. 4. Kanopy : [ https://www.kanopy.com/ | https://www.kanopy.com/ ] Public libraries pay a $2.00 per viewing charge for 72 hours of viewing. There are also unlimited viewing rights pricing options available, but they are not inexpensive. A colleague/friend once described Kanopy as "intellectual Hoopla." That colleague/friend is both considerably younger and a lot smarter than I am, and since I liked that description, we will go with it here. 5. Flipster : Magazines by EBSCO [ https://flipster.ebsco.com/ | https://flipster.ebsco.com/ ] I have tried for as many years as Flipster has been in existence to convince EBSCO to adopt a truly consortial purchase model for its magazines, as RBdigital does. EBSCO hasn't been willing to do so, though. They have a lot of really, really good titles, including some that are exclusive to EBSCO, ie you can't get them through RBdigital [ https://flipster.ebsco.com/browse-magazines | https://flipster.ebsco.com/browse-magazines ] Price varies according to the title, and the pop served of the library buying the title. 6. Tumblebooks : [ https://www.tumblebooks.com/ | https://www.tumblebooks.com/ ] Children's animated, talking, unlimited access ebooks (other packages are also available) from a variety of high quality publishers with which you are familiar. Subscription pricing for the TumbleBook Library version for public libraries starts at $799.00 per, but much better pricing is available for consortia. Obviously there are many others out there. But the above are representative of six digital services that have proven popular in TLN libraries, and even more so during this time of physical library closures. Please let me know if you would like additional information concerning any of these services. Thanks. Jim 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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Library Law Short - Coronavirus Edition
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 22 Apr '20

22 Apr '20

Greetings! Below are some library-law related tips and information that have crossed my computer so far this week * Gov Whitmer may release her "Reopening Plan" this week. https://www.wilx.com/content/news/Gov-Whitmer-speaks-with-Washington-Post-o… * As libraries continue to draft their own reopening plans, a reminder that plans from other states and the ALA can be extremely helpful, but every state has different laws and requirements - in addition to what the final plan from the Governor will contain. There may be some ideas that legally won't work in Michigan, so it is very important that libraries have their attorneys review their plans prior to implementation (just like they should any new policy). * If applying for grants, read the criteria carefully. Michigan Public Libraries are not all 501(c)(3) entities, but they are all tax exempt entities under 26 USC 115 (that is section 115 of the IRS Code which exempts States , Municipalities, subdivisions, instrumentalities, etc.), and eligible under 26 USC 170(c)(1) (IRS Code 170(c)(1) which is the provision that permits donations to eligible entities to be deducted from income taxes). Some grants mention local units of governments separately and require eligibility under 170(c)(1) of the IRS Code. * EO 2020-54 "Temporary prohibition against entry to premises for the purpose of removing or excluding a tenant or mobile home owner from their home - Rescission of Executive Order 2020-19" https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/0,9309,7-387-90499_90705-526305--,00.html was released. This EO extends the provisions of EO-2020-19, which prohibits the physical eviction of leasing tenants from residences, including mobile homes and land contracts. The provisions have been extended until May 15, 2020 at 11:59pm. * Zoom Security Tips (To guard against "Zoombombing.") https://zoom.us/security https://www.cnet.com/how-to/4-zoom-security-settings-to-change-now-to-preve… https://www.wired.com/story/keep-zoom-chats-private-secure/ https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/07/style/zoom-security-tips.html https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/2020/04/02/how-to-keep-zoombombing-hack… * Michigan Municipal League Webinars: * The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) - What Public Employers Need To Know, Thursday, April 23, 2020, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM https://www.anymeeting.com/AccountManager/RegEv.aspx?PIID=EE56DE81874D39 * Considerations For Municipal Enforcement of Executive Order 2020-42 , Friday, April 24, 2020, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM https://www.anymeeting.com/AccountManager/RegEv.aspx?PIID=EE56DA80864739 We are the Library of Michigan are working and here to help! Please contact us if we can assist! https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89053_89064--… Take Care and Stay Safe! 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://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmy2020cens…>. [cid:image001.png@01D618B9.A0BC26F0]

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FW: COVID-19 Research Partnership to Inform Safe Handling of Collections, Reopening Practices for Libraries, Museums
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 22 Apr '20

22 Apr '20

FYI for those interested in guidance on the materials handling issues surrounding COVID-19. IMLS is partnering to research best practices in this area. The timeline for results will be forthcoming. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator 517-241-0021 From: Institute of Museum and Library Services <imlsnews(a)imls.gov> Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2020 2:36 PM To: Reish, Karren (MDE) <ReishK(a)michigan.gov> Subject: COVID-19 Research Partnership to Inform Safe Handling of Collections, Reopening Practices for Libraries, Museums Public-private partnership engages library and museum sectors to develop science-based information to help organizations plan for a new future. [http://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=43d7a98a-0138-429a-888f-fca09538dd94&a=1121448…] [https://files.constantcontact.com/546fe8b1501/b25c3c0f-6ea3-4bc1-ba52-4d47e…]<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.ne…> COVID-19 Research Partnership to Inform Safe Handling of Collections, Reopening Practices for Libraries, Museums Public-Private Partnership Engages Library, Museum Sectors to Develop Science-Based Information to Help Organizations Plan for a New Future [https://files.constantcontact.com/546fe8b1501/a70bc31c-d3ed-479a-8fc9-ba6af…] Washington, DC— The Institute of Museum and Library Services, together with OCLC, Inc. and Battelle, announced a new collaboration to support the nation’s libraries and museums as they consider safe reopening practices in light of COVID-19. Each year, people visit public libraries over 1.35 billion times, in addition to the approximately 850 million annual visits to American museums—the latter of which alone is more than the attendance for all major league sporting events and theme parks combined. While most museums and libraries’ physical spaces are currently closed to the public, some are already working with local health officials to compile plans on when and how to safely reopen. IMLS, the primary source of federal funding for museums and libraries, OCLC, a global library technology and research organization, and Battelle, a not-for-profit global research and development organization, have come together to help identify and respond to the needs of collecting institutions. Other federal contributors include the Smithsonian, the Library of Congress, and the National Archives and Records Administration. IMLS took initial steps to help identify and respond to the needs of collecting institutions several weeks prior. On March 30, the agency hosted a webinar with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; the recording is available on the IMLS website<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.ne…>. IMLS, OCLC, and Battelle will also engage a steering committee drawn from the museum and library fields with the goal of understanding and mitigating the impact of the virus. Together, they will help support the curation and development of information on how to handle materials, training, and cleaning in support of safely reopening and sustaining operations under a COVID-19 reality. As the national emergency has intensified, so has the concern over the handling of paper- and plastic-based, circulating, and the other types of collections and interactive exhibits managed by libraries, museums, and related organizations. “Managing inventory and handling materials is a daily function of collecting institutions across America and the globe,” said IMLS Director Crosby Kemper. Collecting institutions in the U.S. hold more than 13 billion items<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.ne…>, from furniture to photos and sheet music to soil samples, and the amount of loose paper in collections alone is enough to fill 347 Olympic-sized pools. “The challenge of working with collections is compounded by inconclusive information on how the virus survives on surfaces and how—or if—different types of materials can be handled to mitigate exposure. As library systems, museums, and similar institutions across the United States plan for their reopening, an enhanced understanding of how to apply best practices in the context of local officials’ guidance is absolutely essential in mitigating risk to employees in handling collections and engaging with the public,” said Kemper. “These unprecedented times call for unprecedented measures to protect people,” said Skip Prichard, OCLC President and CEO. “There is still a lot we have to learn about COVID-19 as we plan to reopen libraries and museums. Working with IMLS and Battelle, OCLC will be able to provide libraries and museums with the best research available to determine best practices for handling collections materials, and protecting the health and safety of staff and the communities they serve.” “This project will likely not answer all the concerns around reopening, nor will it supersede community health guidance,” said Kemper. “However, it is part of a larger, critical effort to help the more than 140,000 libraries and museums across the country.” On April 13, IMLS announced plans to distribute $30 million<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.ne…> in CARES Act funding to all U.S. states, territories, the District of Columbia, and the Freely Associated States to help communities address the digital divide. This followed the agency’s April 6 release of new flexibilities<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.ne…> for its nearly 1,300 open awards to provide relief for staff salaries and other pandemic-related operating expenses. “We hope that by working together, we can aid communities by offering vital information as they consider reopening and beyond in a changed world,” said Kemper. More details, as well as the anticipated timeline of results and information, will be available in the coming week. For the latest updates, subscribe<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.ne…> to IMLS news and visit imls.gov/coronavirus<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.ne…>. About OCLC OCLC<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.ne…> is a nonprofit global library cooperative providing shared technology services, original research and community programs so that libraries can better fuel learning, research and innovation. Through OCLC, member libraries cooperatively produce and maintain WorldCat<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.ne…>, a comprehensive global network of data about library collections and services. Libraries gain efficiencies through OCLC’s WorldShare<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.ne…>, a complete set of library management applications and services built on an open, cloud-based platform. It is through collaboration and sharing of the world’s collected knowledge that libraries can help people find answers they need to solve problems. Together as OCLC, member libraries, staff and partners make breakthroughs possible. About Battelle Every day, the people of Battelle apply science and technology to solving what matters most. At major technology centers and national laboratories around the world, Battelle conducts research and development, designs and manufactures products, and delivers critical services for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio since its founding in 1929, Battelle serves the national security, health and life sciences, and energy and environmental industries. For more information, visit www.battelle.org<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.ne…>. Click here to view this email online.<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.ne…> About the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's libraries and museums. We advance, support, and empower America’s museums, libraries, and related organizations through grantmaking, research, and policy development. Our vision is a nation where museums and libraries work together to transform the lives of individuals and communities. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.ne…> and follow us on Facebook<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.ne…> and Twitter<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.ne…>. Direct comments or errors with your subscription to webmaster(a)imls.gov<mailto:webmaster@imls.gov>. Connect with IMLS [Facebook]‌ <https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.ne…> [Twitter] ‌ <https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.ne…>

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Executive Director-LibraryLinkNJ Closes this Sunday, April 26!
by Jobeth Bradbury 22 Apr '20

22 Apr '20

Executive Director - LibraryLinkNJ-The New Jersey Library Cooperative Closes Sunday, April 26, 2020 Moving Forward Together-Connection, Community, Opportunity The Executive Board of LibraryLinkNJ<http://librarylinknj.org/> seeks a creative and innovative leader-responsive to member, staff and state-wide needs and skilled in focusing the efforts of a team of talented professionals-as its next Executive Director. LibraryLinkNJ is the single, statewide, multi-type library cooperative in New Jersey, working in partnership with its 2,600 multi-type member libraries and the New Jersey State Library to provide access to excellent library services for 8.79 million residents in twenty-one counties. With a $2.2 million annual budget and 4 FTE system staff, LibraryLinkNJ is a member-focused organization with a reputation for providing effective continuing education, strong outreach services, high-level support for innovative technologies, and statewide delivery to its multi-type library membership. The Cooperative has over 1100 voting representatives from over 2,600 public and private school, public, academic, institutional, corporate, health sciences and special libraries and library-related agencies. A member-elected Executive Board meets monthly to oversee the programs and services of the organization. LibraryLinkNJ is a 501(c)(3) organization formed from the 2010 consolidation of the four regional cooperatives and is funded by the New Jersey State Library; members join at no charge and pay no dues. >From the mountains of High Point to the shore areas of the Atlantic Ocean, New Jersey is a model of geographic diversity. It is the 11th most populous and the most densely populated of the 50 states. Bordering New Jersey on the north and east are the metropolitan areas of New York and on the west and southwest by Pennsylvania and Delaware. Known as the Garden State, the state still lives up to its name, and continues to have major cities and industries, pleasant suburbs and rural areas located throughout the state and easily accessible through a wide network transportation system. The LibraryLinkNJ office is currently located in Piscataway; however, the new office (November 2020) will be in Ewing, NJ. For more information on LibraryLinkNJ, the area, and the State, please visit LibraryLinkNJ Links<http://www.bradburymiller.com/librarylinknjlinks.htm>. Responsibilities. The Executive Director's primary role is to provide leadership and initiative for LibraryLinkNJ. The ED works with the Executive Board and members of the Cooperative in the development and implementation of programs to enhance library services in New Jersey; manages the headquarters office; makes recommendations to the Executive Board concerning the hiring of office staff; and supervises and motivates staff in accordance with policies adopted by the Executive Board. The Executive Director works collaboratively with the New Jersey State Library and drafts the annual strategic initiatives and budget for review and approval. The ED also serves as a liaison to local, county, state and national library organizations and is dedicated to "Moving Forward Together." Key opportunities include exploring and developing alternative funding streams through fundraising and development, continuing to look for and implement cost-savings strategies, developing an ambitious year-round continuing education program, developing and evaluating an RFP for statewide delivery service, and reinventing and reimagining LibraryLinkNJ for 2021 and the future. Qualifications. Required qualifications include an M.L.S. degree from an A.L.A. accredited institution and five years of professional library experience, including three years of experience in an administrative/managerial position in a library, nonprofit organization or private corporation. Additional qualifications include a comprehensive knowledge of library and networking services and trends, experience reporting to a governing Board, and a strong commitment to the evolving role of technology in the successful management of organizations and in library services. Extensive travel within the state is required and experience with multi-type library cooperation is desirable. Compensation. The hiring salary range is $115,000 - 130,000 (placement being dependent on experience and qualifications) with an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<http://www.bradburymiller.com/> via email or phone. To start the application process, send a cover letter that supports your candidacy for the position and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to Jobeth Bradbury, jobethbradbury(a)bradburymiller.com<mailto:jobethbradbury@bradburymiller.com>. This position closes April 26, 2020. Be safe and be well. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Miller Associates<http://www.gossagesager.com/> 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for our newsletter<http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=111489311…> to get the latest updates!

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Recap from 4.22 MiYouth meeting
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 22 Apr '20

22 Apr '20

Thanks to all who joined today's meeting! We had a great preview of DemographicsNow<https://bit.ly/MeLDemoNow> from Liz Breed, MeL Coordinator. Don't forget that Theresa Runyan, MeL's Engagement Specialist for Public Libraries, is available for staff trainings and there are training videos; all available at: https://mel.org/staff. Following DemoNow, we recapped last week's question on what is our "why" for summer reading, how that might change this summer, and how best to meet our communities' needs. Summer Food Service Program<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,4615,7-140-66254_34491---,00.html> information was shared and I encourage your library to see if you're eligible to become a sponsor site. Finally, we did some crowdsourcing of summer library planning: https://bit.ly/MiYouth4_22_20. <-- Links to slides, the chatbox and more are included on this shared doc, so feel free to add to it, save it, & refer to it as you make your plans for summer 2020. MiYouth meetings are weekly and open to any public library staff in Michigan. Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - the link & password are always the same. Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://michigan-host.zoom.us/j/506813991 Password: 454345 Or Telephone: Dial: USA 215 446 3657 USA 8883634735 (US Toll Free) Conference code: 519921 Together, we've got this! Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Upcoming Webinar Trainings! The Library of Michigan knows that schedules are ever-changing at this point, but we wanted to offer some engaging professional development for Youth Services staff over the coming weeks... All the training listed below will support in-library and/or virtual programming for youth and teen services. All MiYouth webinars listed below will be recorded and sent to registrants, so sign-up today. For a full listing of LM events please see our registration site.<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> Singing Our Way to Literacy!<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> with Jenifer Strauss, Story Be Told Friday, April 24, 2020 10:00 AM ET Singing with children is one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to increase reading and writing readiness. It also serves as "Storytime Glue." You don't have to sing well to share music with kids - you just need give yourself permission! Join, Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss for a webinar filled with rhythms, rhymes, songs and silliness. Learn to use simple rhythm instruments and props to move and groove with kids. Discover how singing refines auditory discrimination and sequencing, improves listening skills, creates phonological awareness, print awareness, enriches vocabulary and uplifts our mood! Webinar link will be emailed to registered attendees the day before the event. Registered attendees will get a link to the recording after the webinar. This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Motion<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…>! with Longway Planetarium's Laurie Bone Tuesday, April 28, 2020 10:00 AM ET In this STEM training, Longway Planetarium's Laurie Bone will provide background information about forces and motion, and share connections to the Next Generation Science Standards. Some easy, tried and true activities that you can do virtually with your patrons using everyday household items will be demonstrated. Webinar participants will also receive links to information sheets that support each activity so that you can create a "Motion" STEM program, either in the library or virtually, for your families. Wandoo Reader Overview with DEMCO Tuesday, April 28, 2020 2:00 PM ET Link will be sent to account holders from Demco, so make sure you look for support(a)evancedsolutions.com<mailto:support@evancedsolutions.com> or check with your director. Wandoo Reader Deep Dive with DEMCO Thursday, April 30, 2020 2:00 PM ET Link will be sent to account holders from Demco, so make sure you look for support(a)evancedsolutions.com<mailto:support@evancedsolutions.com> or check with your director. Childhood Trauma in a Time of Crisis<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> with Dr. Amelia Siders, Children's Advocacy Centers of Michigan Tuesday, May 5, 2020 2:00 PM ET For some children, home is not a safe place. Take a deeper look at what some children might be experiencing in this time of crisis, how it might affect learning, how to recognize the signs of abuse, and how public libraries might best serve these children. Dr. Amelia Siders will be our presenter, she is the Director of Clinical Practice Development and Education, at the Children's Advocacy Centers of Michigan. Children's Advocacy Centers (CACs) partner with prosecutors, law enforcement, and protective services to coordinate the investigation of child maltreatment-often child sexual abuse. CACs also provide support to child survivors of abuse so that those kids can get back to being kids. DIY Puppets and Props to Support Imagine Your Story<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> with Jenifer Strauss, Story Be Told Friday, May 8, 2020 10:00 AM ET "Story" is a part of a child's first language and key to exploring and understanding their world. Imaginative play is essential to a healthy childhood and a more compassionate, fulfilling adulthood. And so, providing children opportunities for open-ended narrative play with puppets and props will not only allow them to develop social skills like sharing and cooperation, it will also help use their imagination to grow in language and literacy! In this webinar, facilitated by Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss, learn how to provide children with simple puppets and props from every-day household items to provide "anytime, anywhere" opportunities for narrative play. STEM in the Kitchen<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> with Longway Planetarium's Laurie Bone Tuesday, May 12, 2020 10:00 AM ET In this STEM training Longway Planetarium's Laurie Bone will introduce some basic chemistry concepts while demonstrating fun and easy-to-do chemistry activities straight from the kitchen. Activities that you can do virtually with your patrons using everyday kitchen tools will be demonstrated. Webinar participants will also receive links to information sheets that support each activity so that you can create a "STEM in the Kitchen" program, either in the library or virtually, for your families. Literacy All Day, Every Day: How to Present Easy-to- Use Language and Literacy Tips to Parents and Caregivers<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryof…> with Jenifer Strauss, Story Be Told Tuesday, May 19, 2020 10:00 AM ET Parents and caregivers know the value of the storytime programs; librarians not only provide valuable language experiences, they model good practices! But how do we help parents understand that language experience is something they can provide for their children all-day, every day? Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss will model a Ready-to-Use Parent Presentation that librarians can use to encourage parents to engage their children in quality language experiences during the course of a regular day with their kids. These programs are supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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