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Remote access of databases
by Brian Johnston 30 Mar '20

30 Mar '20

Hello Everyone, One of the databases that we subscribe to in-house is temporarily offering remote access. They want to provide a link to use it, however, they've asked that the link be password or barcode protected. Do any other libraries have experience with this? If so, how did you do it? Thanks, Brian R. Johnston Adult Services Librarian Lincoln Township Public Library 2099 W. John Beers Road Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 429-9575 bjohnston(a)lincolnlib.org

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RBdigital Resources and Michigan Statewide Discounted Pricing: Final Reminder
by Jim Flury 30 Mar '20

30 Mar '20

Good Morning, I wanted to touch base with libraries one more time concerning the statewide discounted offer for the five RBdigital resources (magazines, soon to be expanded to 3,500 titles; 35,000+ unlimited audiobooks; 1,500 comics; 2,500+ newspapers; streaming video) Here is a link to a description for each of the five RBdigital products that are included in this discounted ricing offer: [ https://www.recordedbooks.com/our-products | https://www.recordedbooks.com/our-products ] Our standard contract year for these services with Recorded Books is May 1 through April 30. HOWEVER, in light of current events I have received many requests from libraries in recent weeks for an early, as in asap start (April 1) or for a "we would like to go live effective with our new fiscal year" start (July 1 usually). We, TLN and RB, have been glad to honor these requests for an early, a May 1, or a July 1 (or any other time, really) go live with any/all of these services. The deadline for libraries to commit to any/all of the five services included in the RBdigital Michigan statewide discounted pricing proposal is tomorrow, Tuesday, March 31. Even at this late hour we will do our best to accommodate any library that requests an April 1, 2020 go live with any/all of these services. Thank you for your support of the Michigan statewide discounted pricing RBdigital project. Please let me know if you have any questions. Sincerely, 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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Hotspot request
by Tackett, Sara 29 Mar '20

29 Mar '20

Good afternoon, We were able to get some of our hotspots the DHHS workers in Jackson who needed access to help support their clients. Our local DHHS Director shared that with other in the state and asked me to reach out to libraries who might be able to provide a resource for a DHHS staff in the Ortonville area (Flint, Pontiac, Fenton). Please contact me if you you can help. Sara Sara Tackett Director Jackson District Library 244 W. Michigan Ave Jackson, MI 49201 517-788-4099 ext 1307 517-740-7863 cell

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Newsletter Options
by Stanczak, Cindy 28 Mar '20

28 Mar '20

Hello all! The product we were using for our monthly email newsletter (S'more) is very easy to use, but has really flopped during this crisis time. What are you all using to create newsletters to send out to your community and patrons? What do you like about it? What other options did you consider? Thank you, and best wishes to you and yours! Cynthia Stanczak, MLS Library Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 (517) 629-3993 Albion District Library: Transforming Minds, Changing Lives. Proudly serving our community since 1919. Online at www.albionlibrary.org, or find us on Facebook! *My working day may not be your working day. Please do not feel obligated to reply to this email outside of your normal working hours.*

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Article on Wireless & Cell Phone Providers COVID-19 Accomodations
by Stanczak, Cindy 28 Mar '20

28 Mar '20

PC World article with links to various providers: https://www.pcworld.com/article/3532817/which-internet-providers-are-liftin… Cynthia Stanczak, MLS Library Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 (517) 629-3993 Albion District Library: Transforming Minds, Changing Lives. Proudly serving our community since 1919. Online at www.albionlibrary.org, or find us on Facebook! *My working day may not be your working day. Please do not feel obligated to reply to this email outside of your normal working hours.*

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News out of DC - CARES Act Passes on to White House for signing
by Shannon White - Library of Michigan 27 Mar '20

27 Mar '20

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) Act is on its way to the White House for signature after being passed by the House earlier today. For details on provisions related to libraries visit the links below or view the one page summary attached. Be sure to connect with IMLS and ALA for full updates. You can also connect with both organization on social media here https://www.facebook.com/AmericanLibraryAssociation and https://www.facebook.com/USIMLS/ to see quick updates of related news. · Attached is ALA’s one-pager that highlights select resources directly related to libraries. You can also find this online: http://www.ala.org/advocacy/library-funding<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fclicks.mem…>. Additional commentary and info from ALA are available through the links below. · ALA President Wanda Brown’s statement on the package is here: http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2020/03/covid-19-federal-relief-pack…<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fclicks.mem…> · ALA’s Public Policy and Advocacy Office has a slightly deeper-dive article in The Scoop here: https://americanlibrariesmagazine.org/blogs/the-scoop/cares-act-federal-rel…<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fclicks.mem…> Shannon White Library Development Manager Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 Whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov> 517-335-1507 | 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/>

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MCLS Virtual Dialog
by Pam Seabolt 27 Mar '20

27 Mar '20

Thank you to everyone who attended MCLS’ virtual dialogue around remote work this morning! It was a great morning of discussion and connection with library staff from Michigan and Indiana. We invite you to join MCLS remote working staff Pam Seabolt and Lissa Krull for another dialogue and discussion around the virtual environment we find ourselves working in right now and what opportunities might exist for libraries as we move forward. Part support group, part tools and tips, let’s share our experiences and get through this together! Join us next week on Friday, April 3 at 11:00 EDT (10:00 am CDT) on Zoom https://zoom.us/j/172695113. We look forward to seeing you there! ****************************** Pamela Seabolt Library Strategist Engagement, Consulting, and Training Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) (800) 530-9019 ext 123 seaboltp(a)mcls.org<mailto:seaboltp@mcls.org> [signature_780068571]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [signature_872214487] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [signature_1636640575] <http://www.mcls.org/>

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Hoopla Bonus Borrows: 1, 100 Titles With No Per Download Charge Through April 30, 2020
by Jim Flury 27 Mar '20

27 Mar '20

All, Midwest Tape is offering Hoopla subscribing libraries through April 30, 2020 access to a 1,100 title, no charge per download, "Bonus Borrows" collection. Information about the 1,100 Hoopla bonus tiles is available at this link: [ https://go.midwesttape.com/webmail/279222/646948729/8676084af2a300cef8ba109… | https://go.midwesttape.com/webmail/279222/646948729/8676084af2a300cef8ba109… ] Here is a link to the 1,100 Hoopla Bonus Borrows collection: https://www.hoopladigital.com/collection/8364?page=1&sort=POPULARITY&umt_te… 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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RTRM video with Kevin Henkes is up!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 27 Mar '20

27 Mar '20

"Look! Elephants!" The Library of Michigan's Ready to Read Michigan program presents: "A Parade of Elephants!" read by award winning author & illustrator, Kevin Henkes<https://youtu.be/5XCvvb8Bv6U>. Take time to talk, sing, read, write, and play with your child. #ReadytoReadMi #EarlyLiteracy #LSTA #MiLibraries Feel free to share with your communities (and in storytimes once we are back to "normal"). Enjoy, 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/>

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Baldwin Library's Idea Lab is producing face shields for local hospitals
by Doug Koschik 27 Mar '20

27 Mar '20

https://twitter.com/baldwinlib/status/1243546674687094785 Idea Lab Supervisor Jeff Jimison, who is modeling one of his creations, has taken the Library's 3D printers home and is doing this work from the safety of his house. 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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