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Assorted bags
by JoRita Verdi 02 Sep '20

02 Sep '20

I have a couple of totes of assorted size bags if anyone is in need. -- JoRita Verdi Cadillac Wexford Public Library 775-6541

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Food service wrap makes cheap, effective keyboard covers
by Bosman Jr, Donald 02 Sep '20

02 Sep '20

24" food service wrap (cling film) makes efficient, cheap, cleanable, cheap, keyboard covers. A 2000 foot roll will wrap 1300 keyboard, for under $20. We cleaned out the local Gordon's Food Service, last week, but they should be restocked by now. Don Bosman Information Technologist MSU Libraries 366 W. Circle Drive - Rm.W441 East Lansing, MI 48824-1048 517-884-0873

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Soliciting bids for attorney services
by Kat Boyer 02 Sep '20

02 Sep '20

Hello all, Our attorney retired, and we got a notice in the mail two days after his last day in the office :/ So, we are in the process of temporarily moving our files over to another attorney while we start up the bidding process. I was wondering if any of you have tips on going this sort of process, because I have never done this before. Thanks! Hope you are all doing well and staying as safe and sane as you can in 2020. Kat Boyer Director Benton Harbor Public Library 213 E Wall St. Benton Harbor, MI 49022

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Position announcement: White Cloud Community Library Director
by LL Carol Dawe 02 Sep '20

02 Sep '20

Please share with your members: White Cloud Community Library Director Position Announcement The Board of Trustees of the White Cloud Community Library (population 8,533), serving the area of the White Cloud School District, consisting of 8 Townships and City of White Cloud, located in central and northern Newaygo County, seeks an enthusiastic, resourceful and community focused individual to serve as their Library Director. The current building is 5,847 sq. ft, and is an integral part of the community. White Cloud Community Library is a Class 3 Michigan Public Library ( population served: 7,000-11,999) and an active member of the Lakeland Library Cooperative. SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The library director holds full responsibility for administration of the library within the framework of the library’s plan, board policies, the budget and applicable laws. Attends and reports at each board meeting, keeps the board informed of library operations and concerns; and serves as ex-officio, non-voting member of library committees as needed. Researches, write and implements grants in cooperation with library staff. Experience in materials selection and collection management for print, digital and other materials. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills necessary to establish and maintain positive working relationships with the board, staff, community and other leaders and stakeholders. · LEADERSHIP: Exhibits the highest level of leadership, prepares and administers policies as needed, interprets policies to staff and maintains and updates policy manual periodically. Orients new Library board members; keeps informed of developments in the library field; provides opportunity for board and staff to attend educational seminars and represents the library at cooperative and other state and regional meetings. · FINANCE AND TECHNOLOGY: Develops budget annually for presentation to board and approves expenditures as authorized. Supervises financial records and arranges for annual audit. Controls costs and meets budget objectives by reviewing operations and prudent use of resources. Prepares and presents monthly financial and statistical reports, including annual report and any special reports as needed. Negotiates all agreements and contracts and oversees maintenance and improvement of library facilities. Ability to understand and utilize established and new technology, including software, hardware, library and business applications, tools and devices. · PERSONNEL: Provides appropriate job descriptions for all staff and maintains personnel files; has authority to employ, direct, evaluate and terminate employees as needed; recommends changes in work conditions, fringe benefits and salary scale when appropriate; capitalizes on skills of all staff members. SALARY AND BENEFITS: This is a 38 hr. per week position, salary range is $45,000.to $47,725. Benefits: Disability & Life Insurance, pension, paid sick leave, vacation, personal days, holidays, deferred compensation and disability. REQUIREMENTS: Three to five years professional experience in public libraries, some of which must be at a managerial level and either a Library of Michigan Level 2 Library Staff Certification which includes a master's degree or its equivalent from a library school accredited by the American Library Association or Level 3 Library Staff Certification which includes a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and the completion (after being hired) of the Beginning Library Workshop offered by the Library of Michigan. DEADLINE: Deadline for applications is September 11, 2020. A detailed cover letter and a list of 3 references must be included with your resume. Mail applications to Pat Ebenstein, PO Box 233, White Cloud, MI 49349 or email to: [ mailto:judymaike@gmail.com | judymaike(a)gmail.com ] . Posted on behalf of The White Cloud Community Library. Carol Dawe Cooperative Director 616-559-5253 x2001 630-207-1205 (cell) [ http://www.llcoop.org/ | www.llcoop.org ] [ http://www.llcoop.org/ ] [ http://www.llcoop.org/ ] Lakeland Library Cooperative | 4138 3 Mile Rd NW | Grand Rapids, MI 49534 | 616-559-5253 x2001 Our mission is to strengthen our member libraries covering eight west Michigan counties by providing the means to share resources, services and expertise for the benefit of individuals and communities.

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Tails & Tales - Summer 2021
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 02 Sep '20

02 Sep '20

You may have seen the big art reveal for Summer 2021's "Tails & Tales" by Salina Yoon in the CSLP August Newsletter<https://us13.campaign-archive.com/?e=__test_email__&u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2d…> or in the new program planning CSLP Facebook group<https://www.facebook.com/groups/cslp.planning>. Feel free to give your patrons a sneak peek, too, by using some of the sample posts in the new 2021 Tails & Tales Social Media Toolkit: https://bit.ly/CSLP_Toolkit21. The document is a living one, so the CSLP social media team will keep plugging away at adding graphics and sample posts as Summer 2021 approaches. Looking forward to seeing #TailsandTales posts from your libraries! Meanwhile, as we wrap up #ImagineYourStory and all your summer library programs, please don't forget to provide some feedback to CSLP through their 2020 survey<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.goog…>. Thanks, 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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Next MiYouth meeting is on Sept 9th at a new time...
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 02 Sep '20

02 Sep '20

MiYouth 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. This meeting is not recorded, but notes & chatbox will be made public. 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 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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Workforce Development Strategies for Recovery and Resilience
by Shannon White - Library of Michigan 02 Sep '20

02 Sep '20

This is an InfoPeople opportunity that is free for all, but targeted for California libraries. I think the information would be useful for libraries located anywhere in the US. If you have questions about the webinar, please contact InfoPeople directly. Tuesday, September 15, 2020 @ 3pm Eastern Workforce Development Strategies for Recovery and Resilience: A California Libraries Learn Webinar and Discussion Hosted by Infopeople Presented by: Ryan O'Grady Register here: https://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info?id=932&reset=1 This webinar examines practical strategies that libraries across the country are using to support job seekers in the community. We will look at resources within libraries as well as partnerships to help support workforce resiliency. We will also examine tools for you to create a systematic plan for your library. At the end of this one-hour webinar, participants will: * Feel more confident in their ability to help job seekers in their community. * Learn three examples of how other libraries nationwide are helping jobseekers address their needs through recovery. * Consider the creation of a systematic action plan for workforce resiliency and the future of work. This webinar will be of interest to: library staff and information organization professionals For a complete description and to REGISTER NOW: https://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info?id=932&reset=1<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Finfopeopl…> This project is supported in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian. Shannon Shannon White 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>

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Remote Access To Ancestry Library Edition For Public Libraries: Extension of Remote Access Through December 31, 2020
by Jim Flury 02 Sep '20

02 Sep '20

Good Morning, Remote access to Ancestry Library Edition for current public library subscribers has been extended through December 31, 2020. [ https://support.proquest.com/articledetail?id=kA13r0000003VNdCAM | https://support.proquest.com/articledetail?id=kA13r0000003VNdCAM ] 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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ALA News: ALSC partners with Netflix on Bookmarks: Celebrating Black Voices
by Jennifer L. Dean 01 Sep '20

01 Sep '20

ALSC partners with Netflix on Bookmarks: Celebrating Black Voices<https://bit.ly/31OnAXL> The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) has partnered with Netflix in support of Bookmarks: Celebrating Black Voices, a collection of 12 episodes featuring prominent Black celebrities and artists reading children's books from Black authors. As part of the Bookmarks project, ALSC also shared its #LooktoLibraries resources to encourage families to explore the power of connecting with children’s library professionals. The Look to Libraries materials were created to help families navigate life during the pandemic and include tip sheets for families on a range of topics. Read more<https://bit.ly/31OnAXL> AASL offers COVID Recovery Grants<https://bit.ly/3biDo8n> Through a special offering of its Inspire Collection Development Grant, made possible through the generous support of Marina “Marney” Welmers, the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) will offer grants to specifically address collection loss and remote access requirements due to COVID-19 school closures. Read more<https://bit.ly/3biDo8n> Thirteen libraries recognized in American Libraries’ 2020 Library Design Showcase<https://bit.ly/2QM6jrS> Thirteen new and renovated libraries—and the architecture firms that designed them—have been recognized in American Libraries’ 2020 Library Design Showcase, which appears in the magazine’s September/October issue and is available online. Read more<https://bit.ly/2QM6jrS> Applications open for 2021 AASL awards<https://bit.ly/3hQoUif> Applications for the American Association of School Librarians’ (AASL) 2021 awards are now available. AASL members are encouraged to nominate a colleague or themselves to be lauded for their outstanding talent and dedication to the profession as part of this prestigious awards program. AASL awards and grants recognize excellence and showcase best practices in the school library field in categories that include collaboration, leadership, and innovation. Read more<https://bit.ly/3hQoUif> AASL partners with the Human Rights Campaign to help LGBTQ students THRIVE<https://bit.ly/2YSip71> The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) is partnering with the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation on its Project THRIVE. Project THRIVE is a multi-year national campaign to create more equitable, inclusive support systems and help families and youth-serving professionals become better equipped to affirm, support, and care for LGBTQ youth. “AASL’s partnership with Project THRIVE demonstrates the association's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion,” said AASL President Kathy Carroll. “I am thrilled we have the opportunity to work with Project THRIVE to support LGBTQ young people in our learning communities. We wholeheartedly support Project THRIVE's efforts to ensure all students are heard, acknowledged, and supported.” Read more<https://bit.ly/2YSip71> Jennifer L. Dean - PhD, MLIS - she, her, hers MLA President and ALA Councilor Dean of Libraries and Instructional Technology Distance Education Coordinator University of Detroit Mercy Libraries / Instructional Design Studio 4001 West McNichols Rd Detroit, MI 48221 313-993-1090 deanjl(a)udmercy.edu [cid:c291cfeb-fcfc-40bd-b552-d60553493f29]

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Boxes and bags
by Joann Simmons 01 Sep '20

01 Sep '20

We have a box full of various size bags and a box of boxes. Free to whomever responds first.See Sue Alt, I don't have them in totes :) Joann Simmons Director Hudson Carnegie District Library (zv170) 205 S. Market St. Hudson MI 49247 517-448-3801 director(a)hudsoncdl.org

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