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MeLCat COVID-19 Update #2
by Megan Dudek 17 Mar '20

17 Mar '20

Hi all - With MeLCat now shut down, please * Go through your RIDES totes and check in ALL OF YOUR items * DO NOT run/print your paging slips * DO NOT fill any MeLCat requests * Just let those requests sit there. We are working on clearing those. * Continue sending exports to the data drop. If files are manually prepared, continue at whatever frequency you are able to complete. Auto- and manual data loading will continue. If you want to CONTINUE RIDES service, please let us know via https://mcls.org/rideshelp Everything is going to be fine. We are here for you. Contact us at melcathelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:melcathelp@mcls.org> with any questions/issues/concerns. Watch for updates at https://mcls.org/melcatcovid. We will continue to send out information via the MeLCat, RIDES, Michlib-l lists. Thanks, Megan Megan Dudek MeLCat Training & MeL Support Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) (800) 530-9019 ext 153 [acebook]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [witter] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [cid:image003.png@01D31BE8.29D76160] <http://www.mcls.org/>

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Fw: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources
by Reed, Nyama 17 Mar '20

17 Mar '20

Since some listservs won't allow me to share an attached picture and this was set up as a pic with a link, I have copied/pasted the info on the page here. https://www.libraryedge.org/coronavirus Learn How Other Libraries Are Responding The following examples highlight how public libraries of all sizes have expanded their online resources to keep their communities safe and informed. Robey Memorial Library<https://www.waukon.lib.ia.us/online-resources/egovt-resources/health-and-he…> (pop. 7,952) in Iowa and Caruthersville Public Library<http://cville.lib.mo.us/health-resources/> (pop. 6,168) in Missouri publish extensive links to health/wellness information sources on their web pages for residents to access at any time. East Brunswick Public Library<https://ilove.ebpl.org/corona-virus> (pop. 47,512) in New Jersey developed a directory of local, state, national and international agencies offering reliable information and timely updates about the coronavirus, including travel notices and mental health support. Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library<https://www.evpl.org/posts/evpl-and-coronavirus/> (pop. 180,974) in Indiana has developed fact sheets on coronavirus precautions and symptoms in multiple languages and provides information about taking advantage of their digital collection (including a newsletter with title recommendations). Athens Regional Library System<http://athenslibrary.org/186-services/coronavirus-covid-19-resources/8363-r…> (pop. 226,216) in Georgia has aggregated information on the outbreak response at the local and state level, including the local public health district. Los Angeles Public Library<https://www.lapl.org/coronavirus> (pop. 4,030,904) in California has developed an online information hub, readily available in both English and Spanish, providing tips for safety precautions and warnings about verified symptoms. Have a wonderful day, Nyama Nyama Y. Reed (she / her / hers) Library Director N.Reed(a)WFBLibrary.org 414-755-6551 (direct line) Whitefish Bay Public Library 5420 North Marlborough Drive Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 414-964-4380 (main line) Our Mission The Whitefish Bay Public Library, as a cornerstone of the community, is dedicated to connecting people of all ages, inspiring a love of learning and providing easy access to ideas, information and resources.

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Fwd: [econtent] Free, Simultaneous Access Duke Classics eBooks Collection and Audiobooks Collection "Purchases" Completed
by Jim Flury 17 Mar '20

17 Mar '20

Fyi, in case other OverDrive library cooperatives or standalone OverDrive libraries are interested. 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: "Jim Flury" <jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us> To: "econtent" <econtent(a)lists.tln.org> Sent: Tuesday, March 17, 2020 12:14:04 PM Subject: [econtent] Free, Simultaneous Access Duke Classics eBooks Collection and Audiobooks Collection "Purchases" Completed All, Although I am decidedly not an OverDrive selector by any stretch of anyone's imagination, I made the executive decision to "purchase" the free, 4,171 title simultaneous access Duke Classics eBook collection, as well as the free, 12 title simultaneous access Duke Classics eAudiobook collection. Those who have served as Download Destination selectors in the past will recall that we used to negotiate to get the Duke Classics titles for free. Eventually OverDrive decided to charge for the Duke Classics titles, at which point we let them expire. [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__company.overdrive.com_… ] [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__company.overdrive.com_… | https://company.overdrive.com/2020/03/16/alert-no-cost-and-low-cost-ebook-a… ] 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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FW: Free TumbleBooks for Libraries
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 17 Mar '20

17 Mar '20

Please see the offer below to all public libraries. I'm compiling a list of other "free" offerings to share out, if you know of any please feel free to email me the link off-list. Thank you, 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/> From: TumbleBooks <info(a)tumblebooks.com<mailto:info@tumblebooks.com>> Sent: Sunday, March 15, 2020 7:49 AM Subject: TumbleBooks Offers Databases for Free to Public Libraries Toronto March 15, 2020 TumbleBooks, a world leader in online children's book databases, announced today it will make its family of online libraries available for free to all public libraries until at least August 31. Its flagship product, TumbleBooklibrary ( www.tumblebooklibrary.com [gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com]<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefens…>) is a collection of animated talking picture books, read-alongs, ebooks, quizzes, lesson plans, and educational games which is used by thousands of schools and public libraries in over 100 countries across the world. It is inviting public libraries across North America to email info(a)tumblebooks.com<mailto:info@tumblebooks.com> with subject line Free TumbleBooks in order to recieve free links to all three TumbleBook databases so they can be shared and accessed by their patrons from the comfort and safety of their homes. President and CEO Ron Zevy issued this statement: "During these difficult times we, like you, are only concerned with the safety and well being of our children. We put business concerns aside and work for the greater good of the community. We hope and pray our content can provide much needed entertainment, distraction, and education." TumbleBooks, based in Toronto, Canada owns and operates TumbleBookLibrary, TumbleMath, and TeenBookCloud. For more information contact: Rz(a)tumblebooks.com<mailto:Rz@tumblebooks.com> This email was sent to fmay(a)cityofcaldwell.org<mailto:fmay@cityofcaldwell.org> why did I get this? [gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com]<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefens…> unsubscribe from this list [gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com]<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefens…> update subscription preferences [gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com]<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefens…> Tumblebooks * 1560 Avenue Road, Unit 300 * Toronto, Ontario M5M 3X5 * Canada

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Internet Access to the home
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 17 Mar '20

17 Mar '20

Greetings all, Please add to this list as you're aware of Internet access resources to Michigan residents. * Comcast Internet Essentials * https://www.internetessentials.com/<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.inter…> * Spectrum Internet Assist * https://www.spectrum.com/browse/content/spectrum-internet-assist<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.spect…> * Access from AT&T * https://www.att.com/shop/internet/access/#!/<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.att.c…> * FCC's Lifeline Program * Put in your zip code and find low-cost options from providers in your area * https://data.usac.org/publicreports/CompaniesNearMe/Download/Report<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdata.usac…> * https://www.everyoneon.org/digital-tool-kit<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.every…> Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 517-335-1498 Norriss2(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Norriss2@michigan.gov> https://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan https://mel.org<https://mel.org/> http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/> [cid:image001.png@01D5FC37.BE7C5DC0]

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Lunch Doodles with Mo Willems
by hr doran 16 Mar '20

16 Mar '20

I don't believe this has been mentioned yet: For the next couple of weeks Mo Willems is presenting Lunch Doodles <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjaYnyCJDdU> every day at 1pm (Eastern) on The Kennedy Center YouTube page. Episode 1 <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmzjCPQv3y8> Embedded links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjaYnyCJDdU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmzjCPQv3y8 -- Heather Doran -- MLIS, MA Michigan Literary Arts Association she/her/hers hrdoran(a)gmail.com (248) 579-9673

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Re: [Michlib-l] COVID-19 Closure Question
by Debbie Mikula 16 Mar '20

16 Mar '20

It is our understanding that Dan Hurley, CEO of the Michigan Association of State Universities (MASU) has been in contact with the Governor's office and clarified that Executive Order 2020-9 does in fact include Academic Libraries. On 3/16/20, 3:31 PM, "michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org on behalf of Stacy Nowicki via Michlib-l" <michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org on behalf of michlib-l(a)mcls.org> wrote: Hi Oscar. Kalamazoo College Library closed at 3pm today. I interpreted the EO to say that the "public" means "people who are not library employees," so our faculty and students are the "public." The whole point of the Order is to restrict group congregating, and it would defeat the purpose to let non-employees (including students and faculty!) stay in the building. Further, all our library staff are now working remotely. We will check in with each other via Microsoft Team Sites, email, text, and Zoom. Stacy ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Stacy Nowicki, Ph.D., J.D. Pronouns: she/her/hers Library Director, Kalamazoo College Library 1200 Academy St. Kalamazoo, MI 49009 (269) 337-5750 stacy.nowicki(a)kzoo.edu Elected OCLC Global Council delegate representing libraries on Americas Regional Council -----Original Message----- From: michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org <michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org> On Behalf Of Oscar DeLong via Michlib-l Sent: Monday, March 16, 2020 2:34 PM To: michlib-l(a)mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] COVID-19 Closure Question I have been asked to check with other Michigan Library Directors, especially those from Community Colleges, to find out how you are handling your response to COVID-19. Our response is being handled by the President’s Advisory Council (PAC), of which the library is not a part. As such, they have no input for how libraries are handling the process during their meetings. I have been emailing my supervisor updates that I find from MLA, information about suspected cases in our area and summaries of responses that I am finding (especially from the survey that has been circulating). Now I have been asked to explicitly find out what all of you are doing. I know that Governor Whitmer has issued an order No. 2020-9 today, that states Libraries and Museums in it, but PAC believes that it does not apply to community colleges if they restrict access to only students. As such, I am asking all of you what your take is and what you are doing in response. Thank you, Oscar _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l(a)mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l(a)mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l

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Free online "field trips" and activities to share with patrons
by Reed, Nyama 16 Mar '20

16 Mar '20

Here is a great list of resources that the Literacy Center at Cardinal Stritch University (Glendale, WI) shared. Many people, companies, and organizations are offering free resources for families in order to help students continue learning while schools are closed. Here is a list of just a few of the resources. * Charter will be offering free Spectrum broadband and Wi-Fi access for 60 days to households with K-12 or college students who do not currently have service. It will start Monday, March 16, and be available for 60 days. You must call 1-844-488-8395 to enroll. It will also open its Wi-Fi hotspots for public use. * Monday, March 16 - Dan Gutman (author) will read parts of his new book live on Facebook at 1:00 p.m. Central Time. https://www.facebook.com/Dan-Gutman-60020139122/ * Beginning March 16, the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden will live stream Home Safari once each day from its Facebook page. Check the page for details. https://www.facebook.com/cincinnatizoo * www.scholastic.com/learnathome has articles, stories, videos, and fun learning challenges free for up to 3 hours per day. * www.storylineonline.net/ is a free literacy program where actors read to children. * Rivet is a free app that families can download with thousands of leveled readers. You can download the app at Google Play. * www.getepic.com/ is a digital library of books aimed at children under 12. It is free for educators, and you can join free for 30 days. * www.learninga-z.com is offering free Raz-Kids and/or Headsprout through the end of the school year. Make sure to subscribe to Raz-Kids for the trial. * The Florida Center for Reading Research has many free activities to do with children. https://fcrr.org/resources/index.html * Khan Academy schedules for school closures has preschool to grade 12 activities. https://bit.ly/2UaBq1F * http://www.amazingeducationalresources.com/ has a Google form with a list of educational resources. They also have a Facebook page. * Adventures in Familyhood identified 20 virtual field trips that you can take with your family. https://adventuresinfamilyhood.com/20-virtual-field-trips-to-take-with-your… * Here is a list of over Over 30 Virtual Field Trips. https://bit.ly/3aYGTiK Have a wonderful day, Nyama Nyama Y. Reed (she / her / hers) Library Director N.Reed(a)WFBLibrary.org 414-755-6551 (direct line) Whitefish Bay Public Library 5420 North Marlborough Drive Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 414-964-4380 (main line) Our Mission The Whitefish Bay Public Library, as a cornerstone of the community, is dedicated to connecting people of all ages, inspiring a love of learning and providing easy access to ideas, information and resources.

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COVID-19 Closure Question
by Oscar DeLong 16 Mar '20

16 Mar '20

I have been asked to check with other Michigan Library Directors, especially those from Community Colleges, to find out how you are handling your response to COVID-19. Our response is being handled by the President’s Advisory Council (PAC), of which the library is not a part. As such, they have no input for how libraries are handling the process during their meetings. I have been emailing my supervisor updates that I find from MLA, information about suspected cases in our area and summaries of responses that I am finding (especially from the survey that has been circulating). Now I have been asked to explicitly find out what all of you are doing. I know that Governor Whitmer has issued an order No. 2020-9 today, that states Libraries and Museums in it, but PAC believes that it does not apply to community colleges if they restrict access to only students. As such, I am asking all of you what your take is and what you are doing in response. Thank you, Oscar

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Re: [Michlib-l] Do you want to continue RIDES Service?
by Sue Alt 16 Mar '20

16 Mar '20

You do *not* need to tell us if you want to suspend service. If you want to *continue* RIDES delivery service to your library, let us know via the RIDES Assistance form https://mcls.org/rideshelp. If you have already told us, you do *not* need to tell us again. If you told us you wanted to continue, but changed your mind, tell us. Sue Alt MeLCat Support and Delivery Coordinator Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 800-530-9019 ext 143 alts(a)mcls.org From: rideslist-bounces(a)mcls.org <rideslist-bounces(a)mcls.org> On Behalf Of Sue Alt via RIDESlist Sent: Monday, March 16, 2020 2:43 PM To: rideslist(a)mcls.org; melcatlist(a)mcls.org; michlib-l(a)mcls.org; acad-mel-rides(a)mcls.org Subject: [RIDES] Do you want to continue RIDES Service? If you want to *continue* RIDES delivery service to your library, let us know via the RIDES Assistance form https://mcls.org/rideshelp. If you have already told us, you do *not* need to tell us again. Thanks Sue Sue Alt MeLCat Support and Delivery Coordinator Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 800-530-9019 ext 143 alts(a)mcls.org<mailto:alts@mcls.org>

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