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New online education for staff through LM's Staff Skills Academy
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 27 May '20

27 May '20

Greetings all, The Library of Michigan has been growing our online Staff Skills Academy<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills> and we'd like to present the following new courses: * 10 Strategies for Community Organizing in Libraries<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills/course/1665> * Closed Captioning with Rev.Com [30 Mins.]<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills/course/15226> * De-escalation - Skills and Practies<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills/course/12814> * Instagram - Share Your Moments<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills/course/15226> * Internet Safety - Best Practices in the Digital Age<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills/course/4077> * Genealogy<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills/course/3136> * Reference Tools for Youth Services<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills/course/14567> * Self-Evaluation Writing for Staff (from the Pioneer Library System) [45 Mins.]<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills/course/8051> * Virtual Programming: Working with Presenters and Performers<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills/course/15243> * Where's My Book? Navigating the Dewey Decimal System<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills/course/6359> We Are Open During COVID-19: Serving Your Community Via Your Website<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills/course/14948> * Featuring Tracy Logan-Walker, Cadillac-Wexford Public Library and Laurie Golden, Canton Public Library Re-opening Lives Academy<https://my.nicheacademy.com/reopening> * A growing, national COVID-19 specific resource set for library staff The Library of Michigan also features the MeL eResources Learning Academy<https://my.nicheacademy.com/michiganlibrary-staff> with courses specific to MeL materials. Learn how to use eBooks, LearningExpress Library, NoveList, and more. Courses generally do not exceed 15 minutes to complete. Stay safe and I'll see you on the other side, Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant Library of Michigan

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STAR Library Network webinar opportunity
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 27 May '20

27 May '20

Virtual Programs 101: Behind the Scenes at STAR Net Thursday, May 28, 2020 | 1pm MT (3pm ET) Are you gearing up to conduct virtual programs at your library and looking for tips, guidance, strategies, and resources? Join the STAR Library Network for a "behind the scenes" look into how we facilitate our own virtual programs - the STAR Net Webinar Series! While nothing can replace a face-to-face interaction, virtual programs can open up new opportunities for learners that may not have access to the library's in-person resources. They can also allow your library staff to still engage with regular patrons during the COVID-19 crisis. To register, head over to the link below: http://www.starnetlibraries.org/event/virtual-programs-101-behind-the-scene…<http://www.starnetlibraries.org/event/virtual-programs-101-behind-the-scene…> I assume it'll be recorded for those registered. You can find archived webinars at: http://www.starnetlibraries.org/resources/webinars/. 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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Considering Udemy
by Kerry FitzGerald 26 May '20

26 May '20

Hello, all. We currently subscribe to Lynda.com and are considering switching to Udemy. If your library subscribes to Udemy, we would like to hear about your experience! Cordially, <http://loutitlibrary.org/> Kerry FitzGerald *Head of Technical Services* 616.850.6933 | *loutitlibrary.org* <http://loutitlibrary.org/> 407 Columbus Ave. Grand Haven, MI 49417 Expanding Horizons, Enriching Minds, Engaging Community <https://www.facebook.com/LoutitDistrictLibrary/> <https://www.instagram.com/loutitlibrary/>

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Job opportunity--Lapeer District Library reference librarian
by Melissa Malcolm 26 May '20

26 May '20

The Lapeer District Library is seeking an experienced, creative and enthusiastic department head for its reference department. The job site for this posting is at the Marguerite deAngeli Branch, but the person in this position travels to the smaller branches to directly administer collection development for the non-fiction collection and to work with branch staff on the provision of services. The person in this position has been scheduled to work Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, and Monday from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm. (This schedule will resume when the library is fully open.) The reference services department head also provides direct supervision on every fifth Saturday at the deAngeli Branch from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Other evening and weekend hours will be required to provide the programming needed within the library system. The weekly schedule could change depending upon the candidate and the library's staffing and programming priorities. In addition to serving as the reference librarian at the main branch (Marguerite deAngeli Branch Library), the person in this position is responsible for development of the adult non-fiction collections at the six small branches within the library system and for providing guidance to the branch staff regarding reference services. Job description for a department head is here: https://library.lapeer.org/about-us/employment/library-department-head.pdf. Other qualities required? enthusiastic and positive interactions with teens and adults; kindness; empathy; sense of humor; tech savvy; ability to create own marketing tools and press releases; desire to make outreach to the community a priority; innovative programming; risk taker. Hours: 40 hours per week. Includes evenings & weekends. Salary range: Starting salary is $45,000. Salary may be negotiated at a higher starting rate based on experience. Benefits: health & dental (employee contributes 20% of medical and 10% of dental), retirement (MERS defined benefit); 457 plans; short- and long-term disability insurance; paid time off (PTO) Electronic submission is required. Please submit a letter of interest and resume, along with the names and contact information for three professional references to Melissa Malcolm (melissa(a)lib.lapeer.org) by 5:00 pm on Wednesday June 17, 2020. This position is also posted on the MLA Jobline site. -- Melissa A. Malcolm Library Director Lapeer District Library "Where your story begins." 201 Village West Dr S Lapeer, MI 48446 melissa(a)lib.lapeer.org www.library.lapeer.org 810.664.9521 <callto:810.664.9521> ext. 3113 "If liberty and justice mean anything, then access means everything." -- Charles Ogletree

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Call for MiALA committee volunteers for 2020-2021
by heather＠miala.org 26 May '20

26 May '20

Forwarded on behalf of the MiALA Nominations and Elections Committee. Excuse posting to multiple lists. Feel free to share this information with anyone/group that you think will benefit from this message. ********************************** <http://www.memberleap.com/message/73309903/975208225/header_MALA.jpg> Are you looking to become more involved in MiALA? Are you looking for opportunities to share your knowledge outside your institution? MiALA is looking for volunteers to serve on their various committees during the 2020-2021 membership year. There are openings on the following committees: * Advocacy <http://www.memberleap.com/ct.php?lid=75915207&mm=133447742263> * Communications <http://www.memberleap.com/ct.php?lid=75916429&mm=133447742263> & Marketing * Conference Planning <http://www.memberleap.com/ct.php?lid=75917651&mm=133447742263> * Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, <http://www.memberleap.com/ct.php?lid=75918873&mm=133447742263> & Accessibility (IDEA) * Membership <http://www.memberleap.com/ct.php?lid=75920095&mm=133447742263> * Nominations/Elections <http://www.memberleap.com/ct.php?lid=75921317&mm=133447742263> Committee service is a great way to learn more about the organization and share your expertise with other members. For more information on each of the committees listed, click on their links above. If you are interested in volunteering to serve on a committee, let us know by indicating so on the form here: www.miala.org/IWantToHelp <http://www.memberleap.com/ct.php?lid=75922539&mm=133447742263> . We will be using these submissions to reach out to members interested in serving next year. Please indicate your interest no later than June 10. New for 2020, chairs for the Advocacy, Communications & Marketing, IDEA, and Membership committees will be self-selected within each committee. If you are interested in this leadership opportunity, you can indicate so on your volunteer form. If you have any questions regarding service on a MiALA committee, contact the Nominations/Elections committee at elections(a)miala.org <mailto:elections@miala.org> .

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Larry Martin's WWII in Their Own Words Presentation
by Emily Blakowski 26 May '20

26 May '20

H Everybody, Today, the Clarkston Independence District Library (CIDL) and the Clarkston Community Historical Society presented the very first virtual edition of Larry Martin's WWII in Their Own Words! Larry Martin shared an interview with Michigan WWII veteran Fred Bahlau, a paratrooper with the 101st Airborne Division who fought at Normandy on D-Day and the Battle of the Bulge in Bastogne, Belgium. In addition, he had other stories about Fred that he shared after the interview and took questions from the attendees. For a first-time virtual event, we had a very good turnout, and CIDL looks forward to working with him again. If you want to contact him for future programs, his email is batt.chief(a)yahoo.com. Have a great Memorial Day weekend! Sincerely, Emily Blakowski [cid:fc61e97d-2996-4f28-92cc-05774b8b1fe1]

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August Millage Renewal
by Erin Schmandt 26 May '20

26 May '20

Do you have an operating millage renewal on the August ballot? If so, please contact me off list as I would like to discuss how you are handling getting information to your patrons during the current closures. Erin Schmandt Director Caro Area District Library

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Hand/surface sanitizer
by Amy Goldyn 25 May '20

25 May '20

Hello, I just discovered that New Holland Brewing has hand sanitizer for $30 a gallon. They a location in Grand Rapids and one in Holland. If you can't do curbside pick up, they will ship it. Here's a link to their order page: https://www.newhollandbrew.com/online-ordering/grand-rapids/menu? Thanks, Amy Goldyn Finance Manager Genesee District Library 4195 W. Pasadena Ave Flint, MI 48504 Phone: 810-230-3334<tel:810-230-3334> Fax: 810-732-1161<tel:810-732-1161>

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CADL launches Summer Reading Challenge
by Smiley,Trent 25 May '20

25 May '20

CADL has launched its online Summer Reading Challenge. The challenge is being promoted through media website takeovers (see attached examples), staff generated content and ads in digital publications (see attached examples). Promotion will also occur through Google Ads, Over the Top Television (OTT) campaign, Facebook ads, television and radio. Summer Reading Challenge Digital Guide: https://www.flipsnack.com/F8FAA95C5A8/an-online-adventure-for-kids-teens-ad… Summer Reading Challenge Landing Page: https://www.cadl.org/about/who-what-why/blog/imagine-your-story-summer-read… Reader's Roundtable Podcast Summer Reading Episode https://audioboom.com/posts/7572357-reader-s-roundtable-episode-25-summer-r… Trenton M. Smiley Marketing & Communications Director Capital Area District Libraries-Administration 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing, MI 48933 517-367-6348 | smileyt(a)cadl.org<mailto:smileyt@cadl.org> www.cadl.org<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.cadl.org&d=DQMFAg&c…> | facebook.com/cadlibrary<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.facebook.com_cadli…> | twitter.com/cadl<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.twitter.com_cadl&d=…>

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Re: [Michlib-l] Work from home or remote work policies
by STEPHEN 22 May '20

22 May '20

Contact Rick Rosekrans or Judith Kozakowski at TLN Coop for a copy of their new policy and employee work-from-home contract. They can also provide background information on their work with the attorneys to develop the materials. Steve Harper, TLN Board Member Sent from Xfinity Connect App ------ Original Message ------ From: Jillian Baker via Michlib-l To: michlib-l(a)mcls.org Sent: May 22, 2020 at 3:33 PM Subject: [Michlib-l] Work from home or remote work policies Hello, Does anyone have a "work from home" or "remote work" policy for their library that they would be willing to share? Please email me off list. Thank you, Jillian Baker Head of Adult Services, 12 Mile Location Farmington Community Library Jillian.Baker(a)FarmLib.org _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l(a)mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l

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