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New MeL eContent for Libraries!
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 15 Oct '25

15 Oct '25

The Library of Michigan is pleased to announce additional eContent available at MeL! We have added additional library science titles, digital literacy titles and American history titles this year to the Gale eBooks collection. * Library Science - We have added 36 Libraries Unlimited titles and 17 more ALA titles. * Digital Literacy - We have added 10 additional digital literacy titles. * America250 - We have added 35 American history titles. You can find these titles at www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> under eResources - G / Gale eBooks. A direct link is http://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=gv…. The specific titles can be found in the Library Science, History and Social Science sections. As a reminder, we also added National Geographic Archive this summer - with full magazines from October 1888 through December 2020. You can find the collection under eResources - G / Gale Presents: National Geographic Virtual Library. It is also listed under eResources / Public Libraries. The direct link for the National Geographic Archive is https://go.gale.com/ps/i.do?p=NGMA&sw=w&u=lom_accessmich&v=2.1&pg=BasicSear…. These materials are a perpetual subscription so they will remain available regardless of future funding. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 / www.mi.gov/lsta<http://www.mi.gov/lsta> [Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan]<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/resources/michigans-top-10-strategic-education…> [Michigan.gov/Vote logo Description automatically generated]<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/> Get personalized voter information on early voting and other topics at Michigan.gov/Vote<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/>.

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Answers to LocalHop or Other Calendar Software
by Kimberly Schaaf 15 Oct '25

15 Oct '25

Hi Everyone, Thank you to all the super helpful responses regarding your use of Local Hop, the cost, or what else you might like for calendar / reservation software! I had lots of interest in the answers, so I took out identifying info and am posting the answers below: *** We have the LocalHop event calendar embedded in our website. I believe we pay about $500/yr. Can't remember if they use legal service population in calculating the charge or not. So, just in case, we serve a population of 27,380. We've used Library Calendar from Library Market<https://www.librarymarket.com/> for the last year and a half. I'm not sure of the pricing, but I can connect you with someone who would know. We had used a different product before, but it was discontinued. On the patron end, it is easy to sign up for programs. On my end, as a librarian who does programs, it took some time to get used to, but I find it to be user-friendly. I think the most challenging part is that there is a lot of information to enter when registering for an event, so you want to click all the dropdown menus to ensure you are entering the correct information. We use Assabet software for program & event registration. We really like it; it has made program & event registration so much easier! They offer a module for room reservations too, but we do that ourselves. We pay about $800/year for the event registration. https://www.assabetinteractive.com/ The ***Library is a Class V library and we recently contracted with Library Market for our website update and included their Library Calendar module to the site as well. Our new site launches to the public 10/15/25. We are very happy working with this vendor and the cost was reasonable for the work they did/do. Here is their website: https://www.librarymarket.com/ Here is the link to their product Library Calendar: https://www.librarymarket.com/library-calendar Cost was $25,000 all in for website redesign and implementation of Library Calendar module. Going with just the Library Calendar module is possible and costs considerably less money. We use LocalHop for room reservation and web calendar. The web calendar is around $600 and the room reservation is for $2900. Hope that helps - they charge you based on the number of rooms so if you have less rooms then it would be cheaper. We use Local Hop – it costs us $123/year. We use the calendar embedded in our website, but not the room reservation part. For reference, we have an approximately 7,000 person service area if that matters. We use LibCal from Springshare, and it works very well. We had Local Hop for maybe two years, and my staff complained about it constantly! They didn't like the back end because you couldn't see all the information (date, set-up, description, etc.) on one page. It was not that intuitive, hard to update, and didn't work well for our three branches. It might work better for one, though. We switched to Library Market, and everyone is really happy. I went from monthly complaints to zero complaints. Thanks! Kimberly Schaaf Director, Oak Park Public Library 14200 Oak Park Blvd. Oak Park, MI 48237 Office: 248-691-7566

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Author chat and book signing
by Jill Rauh 15 Oct '25

15 Oct '25

Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, November 9, when bestselling author Kyla Stone will be at the Benton Harbor Public Library to sign and talk about her books. She'll be at the library from 4 to 7 p.m. for this informal, drop-in event. She is a Michigan native, and is known for her post-apocalypic thrillers set here. I hope you'll share this with your patrons! Jill Rauh, Public Services Librarian Benton Harbor Public Library 213 E. Wall St. Benton Harbor, MI 49022 269-926-6139 www.bentonharborlibrary.com The information and views presented do not necessarily represent those of the Benton Harbor Public Library.

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Seeking Meeting Room Policy Samples
by Cynthia Stanczak 15 Oct '25

15 Oct '25

Hello all, Our meeting room policy is decades all, and has, for the most part, served us well. However, the spaces we have available and how people are using those spaces has changed quite a bit, including a surprising spike of some folks scheduling physical health checks at the library. I'm seeking samples from other libraries of their meeting room policies to see what we should consider addressing. It will be reviewed by our attorney before adoption, but samples would be very helpful in kicking off our discussions. Cynthia Stanczak, MLS (she/her) 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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Law Library internship opportunity - Kalamazoo Public Library
by Terry New 15 Oct '25

15 Oct '25

Kalamazoo Public Library offers a unique internship opportunity for pre-law, law, and library science students in Michigan's only law library located within a public library setting. This internship provides students with opportunities to provide research assistance and connection to additional community resources for individuals seeking information on a wide range of legal issues to include landlord tenant rights and responsibilities, divorce, child custody, etc. under the direct supervision of the Lead Law Librarian. For additional information on the Raymond W. Fox Law Library, check out the library website<https://www.kpl.gov/law-library/>. Job and application information can be found on our jobs page<https://www.kpl.gov/jobs/apply?gnk=job&gni=8a78839e99734e74019986d186e330de…>. Terry M. New, SPHR- SCP | Head of Human Resources Pronouns: She/Her/Hers Kalamazoo Public Library 315 S. Rose St. | Kalamazoo, MI 49007 (269) 553-7931 | Fax: (269) 553-7932 [Kalamazoo Public Library]<https://www.kpl.gov/> [Facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/KalamazooPublicLibrary/> [Instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/kzoolibrary/?hl=en> [Twitter] <https://twitter.com/KzooLibrary?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctw…> [KPL Videos] <https://www.kpl.gov/videos/>

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Fwd: Job Opportunity: Executive Director for the Michigan Library Association [MI
by Ryan Sheehan 15 Oct '25

15 Oct '25

The *Michigan Library Association *[MLA] is seeking an accomplished leader to serve as their next *Executive Director*. This dynamic position reports to a diverse Board of Trustees, leads a dedicated staff of six, and is responsible for the overall operations and oversight of this impactful 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. As the chief administrator of the MLA, this person will be responsible for four functional areas: · Management and administration · Membership retention and recruitment · Advocacy, publicity, and communications · Financial oversight and fiduciary responsibilities In addition to planning, directing, overseeing, evaluating, and enhancing operations, the next Executive Director will prioritize these established strategic goals: - Advocate for libraries by creating two-way dialogues with policy makers and other stakeholders - Elevate library staff professional growth opportunities by providing new trainings and continuing education opportunities - Optimize communications to MLA’s members and assist public libraries with their communications to the communities they serve - Enhance organizational excellence This is a remote position, but the selected candidate must reside within, or be willing to relocate to, the state of Michigan. *About the Organization * Based in Lansing, Michigan, the MLA is Michigan's oldest and largest library association. Guided by the belief that libraries are the cornerstone of a free society, MLA has advocated for libraries on behalf of the state's residents for more than 130 years. MLA defends the right to read, advocates for adequate library funding, clarifies library governance issues, promotes professional library-staff education, and works for free access of information to all residents. MLA's membership is comprised of more than 2,500 library professionals, institutions, trustees, students, and library supporters who come from urban, suburban, and rural areas throughout Michigan. Although some services are exclusive to members, MLA’s oversight of professional development, education, and advocacy services assist all who are invested in building healthy and dynamic communities in all eighty-three Michigan counties. The Michigan Library Association leads the advancement of Michigan libraries through advocacy, professional development, and engagement. The vision statement for MLA is: Strong libraries, Strong communities, Stronger Michigan. To learn more, visit: *milibraries.or* <http://www.milibraries.org>*g* *Position Qualifications * Required Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, and Experience include: ● Seven or more years of applicable career experience, with at least five years of supervisory experience ● Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline ● Knowledge of the work and value of an association, as demonstrated by previous association management employment, or via other professional experience and involvement ● Subject matter expertise in public librarianship or the aptitude to develop deep industry knowledge and awareness in this field quickly. ● Demonstrated skill in people, program, organizational development and management ● Ability to advocate for organizational goals, values, and resources through effective public relations, community outreach, lobbying, and other strategic communication initiatives. ● Ability to promote membership growth and engagement through effective recruitment and retention efforts ● Experience in providing strategic financial oversight and managing budgets in alignment with organizational goals ● Experience in managing a distributed, remote workforce or team Preferred Qualifications include: ● Knowledge of the purposes and functions of libraries ● Experience in conference planning and management ● Experience in leading continuing education or professional development efforts ● Experience in interacting with donors, grantors, senior level executives, government officials, community stakeholders, and other high-profile individuals ● CAE [Certified Association Executive] designation ● Master’s degree in Public Administration [MPA] or Library and Information Science [MLIS] *Compensation* A generous compensation package includes a competitive starting pay range of *$110,000 to $120,000*; earned time-off allowances; medical, dental, and vision insurance; 403b retirement plan; and more. *To Apply* To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter [including salary requirements] to: ryansheehan(a)oahumanresources.com. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Ryan Sheehan Project Specialist, Organizational Architecture, Inc. <216.586.4762+//+216.242.2697>216.586.4762 // <216.586.4762+//+216.242.2697> 216.242.2697 <216.586.4762+//+216.242.2697> 440.313.5023 ryansheehan(a)oahumanresources.com oahumanresources.com <https://www.facebook.com/OrganizationalArchitecture> <https://www.linkedin.com/company/organizational-architecture-inc-/>

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Giveaway item - mobile display stand
by Jaclyn Miller 14 Oct '25

14 Oct '25

Hi everyone, We have another item to rehome. If you are interested in a mobile display stand, today is your day! It is 48" tall, 24" diagonal on the "x" bracket, and the base is 26" deep and 22" wide, with wheels for easy moving. You will probably need to add bolts to the bracket. [image: img stand.jpg] Please plan to pick this up at Baldwin Public Library in downtown Birmingham. Let me know if you would like to claim it! Thanks, Jaclyn -- *Jaclyn Miller* (she/her) *Associate Director* Baldwin Public Library 300 W. Merrill St. Birmingham, MI 48009 248-554-4682 www.baldwinlib.org

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GONE- FREE INTERNATIONAL BOOKS
by Shannon O'Leary 14 Oct '25

14 Oct '25

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Fw: Question
by EMAIL TEAM 14 Oct '25

14 Oct '25

Dear Library Administrators, Has any library in Michigan have an event where alcoholic beverages were served? Has any library have this kind of event at their property sponsored by another entity? Such as a wine tasting or beer tent? Stephanie Daniels, Director Vanderlyn Community Center & Hartford Public Library 12 Church Street Hartford, MI 49057(269)588-5103http://www.hartfordpl.michlibrary.org/

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Local-hop Events and Room Reservations
by Kimberly Schaaf 14 Oct '25

14 Oct '25

Hi Everyone, If you use Local-Hop for your library events and room reservations as an embedded website product, can you tell me approximately what you pay for that? Or if you have some other calendar/event/room reservation product you use, I'd love to hear about it! Thanks so much, Kimberly Schaaf Director, Oak Park Public Library 14200 Oak Park Blvd. Oak Park, MI 48237 Office: 248-691-7566 Work Cell: 248-914-3318

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