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ALA News: Public Library Association stands with Nashville in wake of tornado
by Jennifer L. Dean 03 Mar '20

03 Mar '20

Public Library Association stands with Nashville in wake of tornado<http://bit.ly/2VJB2JB> The Public Library Association (PLA) is deeply saddened at news of the devastating impact of last night’s deadly tornado in Nashville and central Tennessee. Nashville Public Library locations are closed today, except for polling locations. PLA is reaching out to Nashville library leaders to see how the association can best support the library and its community in the coming days. “We are hearing from public library workers across the country sharing our sorrow at this disaster in the wake of an incredibly vibrant PLA 2020 national conference,” said PLA President Ramiro Salazar. “More than 8,700 people enjoyed the amazing hospitality of the city and the Nashville Public Library. It is truly incomprehensible to see the destruction after we experienced so many wonderful interactions, meals, music and learning last week.” Read more<http://bit.ly/2VJB2JB> OCLC, PLA report offers strategies for public libraries to respond to the opioid crisis<http://bit.ly/3cvq14D> OCLC and the Public Library Association (PLA) issued Call to Action: Public Libraries and the Opioid Crisis, a report that offers tested strategies to consider as libraries determine local responses to the nationwide public health emergency. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 130 people die every day from an opioid overdose. As trusted local institutions, public libraries connect community members to credible, accurate information and services that can help support needs around substance use disorder. The call to action was informed by case study research with eight public libraries that have created community responses with local partners, as well as discussions with government agencies, public health and human services organizations, community organizations, and library leaders. Read more<http://bit.ly/3cvq14D> Libraries Ready to Code awards microfunding on Digital Learning Day<http://bit.ly/2TznNsj> The American Library Association’s (ALA) Libraries Ready to Code initiative, sponsored by Google, awarded more than 100 academic, school and public libraries with $700 mini-grants to encourage digital skills education in honor of Digital Learning Day, Feb. 27, 2020. Digital Learning Day is an annual event to promote effective use of technology tools and rich learning opportunities for learners of all ages. Microfunding awardees will use their grants to implement video-based lessons from Google’s Applied Digital Skills program to prepare learners for the future of work. Libraries are expected to carry out four sessions of digital skills programming by May 31, 2020. Read more<http://bit.ly/2TznNsj> ALA adds Polish American Library Association to its professional affiliate roster<http://bit.ly/2uQCqiN> The governing Council of the American Library Association (ALA) has voted to make the Polish American Librarians Association (PALA) an ALA Affiliate. The action was taken Jan. 27 during the ALA Midwinter Meeting in Philadelphia. PALA applied for affiliation in 2019, and the application was vetted by the ALA Executive Board to ensure that PALA’s bylaws and mission were in compliance with ALA. PALA joins 27 other affiliated library organizations and, with the Chinese American Librarians Association, becomes one of only two affiliates that are nation-specific. Read more<http://bit.ly/2uQCqiN> Help build the 2021 AASL National Conference<http://bit.ly/2TCeKH8> The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) invites school library professionals to help plan programming for the 2021 AASL National Conference. Professionals are asked to submit topics needed for professional development during the conference, taking place in October 2021 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Read more<http://bit.ly/2TCeKH8> Pre-Service school librarians’ perceptions explored in new School Library Research<http://bit.ly/3anAi0R> New research published in the American Association of School Librarians’ (AASL) peer-reviewed online journal, School Library Research (SLR), explores graduate-level instruction on research designs and methods for pre-service school librarians. SLR promotes and publishes high-quality original research concerning the management, implementation, and evaluation of school libraries. Read more<http://bit.ly/3anAi0R> AWARDS AND GRANTS Dr. Lesley Farmer receives the Ken Haycock Award for Promoting Librarianship<http://bit.ly/2wml8dH> Sol María López awarded 2020 Lois Mai Chan Professional Development Grant<http://bit.ly/2x7Vud6> 2020 Gordon M. Conable Conference Scholarship nominations open<http://bit.ly/2PKPD3J> Jennifer L. Dean - PhD, MLIS - she, her, hers MLA Board of Directors & ALA Councilor Dean of Libraries and Instructional Technology University of Detroit Mercy deanjl(a)udmercy.edu Sent using Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/ghei36>

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Suttons Bay Bingham District Library - 2 PT Job Openings
by Nellie Danke 03 Mar '20

03 Mar '20

The Suttons Bay Bingham District Library is seeking applicants for two part-time positions: Circulation Clerk and Youth & Family Services Coordinator. Position descriptions, schedules and pay information are available on the library's website, www.sbbdl.org. Please submit a cover letter, resume and two references by email to director(a)sbbdl.org. The application deadline is Friday, March 20th. -- Danielle 'Nellie' Danke Director Suttons Bay Bingham District Library PO Box 340 416 Front Street Suttons Bay, MI 49682 231-271-3512 sbbdl.org

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Public hearing on budget
by James Lenze 03 Mar '20

03 Mar '20

This is for City Libraries operating with a dedicated millage (organized under PA164 Section 210a): 1. Is the public hearing on your budget part of your City's public hearing for their budget? 2. If not: * is the City your fiscal agent? * and do you hold the public hearing at a Library Board meeting or City Council meeting? 3. Do you receive any funds from your City's general fund? 4. What else can you tell me about your budget process? Thanks in advance James [cid:8dcd4145-7499-4485-a749-21fd50221557] James B Lenze, Library Director Garden City Public Library (734) 793-1830

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Adaptive Umbrella: An Accessibility Workshop
by Jen Taggart 03 Mar '20

03 Mar '20

We still have space for you at the Adaptive Umbrella workshop on April 30! If you work with youth, teens, and/or adults, join us! · Would you like to know more about autism including the intersection of race, disability, and gender? Learn from a self-advocate. Morénike Giwa Onaiwu (https://morenikego.com/) an autistic woman of color, educator, public speaker, a parent of Autistic children, and global advocate whose speaking engagements include the White House and the United Nations, will be our keynote speaker. · Are you considering offering sensory-friendly events or would you like to improve on your previous events/programs geared to people with sensory processing sensitivities, including those with autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, and PTSD? Ashley Grady, Senior Program Specialist at Access Smithsonian (Smithsonian Institution), will talk about the original and highly successful 'Mornings at the Museum' events, creating social narratives, and more! · Did you know that every 65 seconds someone in the United States develops Alzheimer's disease? Learn how you can make your library more dementia-friendly for patrons with dementia, including those with Alzheimer's disease, from Glenna Godinsky (Life Enrichment Liaison and Certified Dementia Practitioner from the Gail Borden Public Library District in Elgin, IL). · Learn how to make art activities more adaptive hands-on with Zot Artz (https://zotartz.com/) · And... by popular request choose a demo of an adaptive sensory story time for adults/teens or youth... and much, much more! Join us for the 6th biennial Adaptive Umbrella Workshop at the Bloomfield Township Public Library on April 30, 2020 Brochure: https://btpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Adaptive-Umbrella-brochure.pdf Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/adaptive-umbrella-tickets-75744857909 Jen Taggart Assistant Department Head, Youth Services Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Road Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 (248)642-5800<tel:(248)%20642-5800> www.btpl.org<http://www.btpl.org/> www.adaptiveumbrella.blogspot.com<http://www.adaptiveumbrella.blogspot.com/> [cid:image001.png@01D30780.CF111D50]

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Save the date! SEMLOL Spring Meeting Friday March 27, 2020
by SEMLOL Executive Board 03 Mar '20

03 Mar '20

SAVE THE DATE: SEMLOL Spring Meeting March 27, 2020 Franciscan Center, Madonna University 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Please join your library colleagues for the 2020 SEMLOL Spring Membership meeting at Madonna University in Livonia. The topic is Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion In Libraries. Registration information and program details will be sent out very soon. We look forward to seeing everyone at the end of March! Holly Sorscher Chair :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: SEMLOL Executive Board Southeastern Michigan League of Libraries www.semlol.org

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Chief Executive position-Kansas City (MO) Public Library
by Jobeth Bradbury 03 Mar '20

03 Mar '20

Chief Executive - Kansas City (MO) Public Library BUILDING A COMMUNITY OF READERS. The Kansas City Public Library<https://www.kclibrary.org/> Board of Trustees seeks a Chief Executive who will lead the institution, championing a vision for the Library that promotes and advances its vital connections and continues to serve as an integral part of the fabric of the community. From its nationally renowned public programming, innovative outreach, and local, regional and national leadership in digital literacy, the award-winning Kansas City Public Library has helped redefine the role of public libraries. Governed by a nine-member Board of Trustees, the Library is an independent urban public library district serving 213,000 residents of the City's central core, part of the neighboring City of Independence, and the City of Sugar Creek. Working from 10 library locations (plus a digital branch and an active outreach program), the Chief Executive will grow KCPL's commitment to a diverse, multicultural, and engaged community of patrons and partners pursuing the Library's 2020 Strategic Goals<http://www.bradburymiller.com/kcpl2020strategicgoals.pdf>. Specific opportunities include: developing and implementing the strategic plan; completing immediate capital construction projects; fundraising to complete a capital development plan; recruiting and retaining staff at all levels that mirror the communities served; and rebuilding the development staff and infrastructure. Among the Library's resources are a highly proficient staff of 260 (215 FTEs), a $24.5 million annual budget-plus support from the Friends of the Library and gift, grant and endowment sources. Most importantly, there is the goodwill of a community that loves its Library and provided a powerful community-wide endorsement when voters gave an 83% approval to the Library's operating 2018 levy ballot measure. Kansas City<https://www.kcmo.gov/> sits on Missouri's western edge-and the Kansas City Public Library District is the heart of this metropolitan area- 14 counties with a population of 2.34 million. The Metro area is known for its quality of entertainment and cultural amenities, including barbecue, jazz heritage, fountains, art, educational facilities and professional sports teams (the 2020 Super Bowl LIV champion Kansas City Chiefs and the 2015 World Series champion Kansas City Royals). Downtown is Kansas City's historic center and is home to the City's original town site, business districts, residential neighborhoods, performance venues and the Central Library. Other attractions include the American Jazz Museum which shares a building with the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in the historic 18th & Vine Jazz District, the renovated Union Station, and Liberty Memorial-a National WWI museum and memorial. The Midtown/Plaza neighborhoods offer many cultural attractions (Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nelson-Atkins_Museum_of_Art> and the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemper_Museum_of_Contemporary_Art>), shopping and entertainment areas, renown medical centers, universities and research facilities (University of Missouri-Kansas City<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Missouri%E2%80%93Kansas_City>, Rockhurst University<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rockhurst_University>, Kansas City Art Institute<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kansas_City_Art_Institute>, Stowers Institute for Medical Research<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stowers_Institute_for_Medical_Research>, and Midwest Research Institute<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Midwest_Research_Institute>) and the metro area's most densely populated neighborhoods. The surrounding areas contain many municipalities, both small and large, enhancing the Metro Area's amenities, business presence, and quality of life for metro residents. Kansas City is a city of neighborhoods, fountains, parks and boulevards-a place you will be eager to call home. For more about the Chief Executive position, the Library District, and the Metro area and its attractions and amenities see Kansas City Links<http://www.bradburymiller.com/kcpllinks.htm>. Responsibilities. Under the direction of the Library Board of Trustees, the Chief Executive is responsible for the planning, directing, managing and overseeing all activities and operations of the Library. This position works closely with the Library Board and staff to establish and ensure that core values are upheld and excellent library service is met while achieving the Library's longer term strategic goals. The Chief Executive also provides library advocacy and community outreach through public relations strategies, frequent contact with news media, preparation and delivery of presentations to community groups on library issues and needs, interaction with the Friends of the Library and private donors, and participation in community and professional activities and boards. The Chief Executive is a role model within the organization and must maintain a positive attitude, an innovative mindset and open communication and interaction with the staff and community. Qualifications. Any combination of experience and training that will provide the required knowledge and abilities will qualify. A typical path to obtain the knowledge and abilities is (1) an advanced degree in public administration or a related field; (2) three years of supervisory experience at a senior management level in a complex organization; and (3) three years of executive leadership/administrative experience in the operation of a medium to large urban service organization. Alternate education, experience and qualifications may be considered. The successful candidate will also demonstrate visionary leadership skills; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; the ability to build productive relationships and promote collaborative partnerships through civic engagement; be successful in promoting library services to the community; possess comfort and skill in fund raising activities. The board will expect a candidate to have a demonstrated passion for the work of libraries and a thorough knowledge of current trends, technologies and "best practices" for library services. Compensation. The starting salary range is $175,000 - $200,000, with placement dependent on qualifications. An exceptional benefits package is also offered. For further information, please visit Bradbury Miller Associates.<http://www.bradburymiller.com/> Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and resume as Word or PDF attachments to Dan Bradbury<mailto:DanBradbury@BradburyMiller.com>. This position will close April 12, 2020. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Miller Associates<http://www.gossagesager.com/> 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for our newsletter<http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=111489311…> to get the latest updates!

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Job Posting / Casual Access Services Overnight Supervisor / Oakland University Libraries
by Tracy Macpherson 03 Mar '20

03 Mar '20

Job Posting -- Casual Access Services Overnight Supervisor **Please excuse cross-postings** The Oakland University Libraries seek a highly dependable, flexible, and resourceful staff member to serve as support for our 24/7 overnight hours. The OU Libraries provide extended access to the Kresge Library building and its resources as a service to our primary users – current Oakland students. The primary responsibility of the casual overnight supervisor is to ensure a safe study, research, and collaboration space for our users. Hours: 16-19 hours per week Salary: $19.00 per hour Start date: March 2020, or as soon as possible Please visit our website (https://jobs.oakland.edu/postings/18677) for detailed job description, on-line application, and guidelines. *Tracy Macpherson, MLIS* Manager, Circulation Services and Resource Sharing 200B Kresge Library | Oakland University (248) 370-2494 | tmacpherson(a)oakland.edu EYR / za009

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Friends with Benefits??
by Andrus, Miriam 03 Mar '20

03 Mar '20

Hello Everyone- Yesterday, at my Friends of the Library meeting, they were wondering what benefits other Friends groups offer their members. Our members are allowed to the Friends of the Library Book Sale 1 day early (giving them access to the best books first). Do your Friends groups offer any perks to their members? Please let me know off list. Thanks, And for those that went to PLA - my heart goes out to Nashville which suffered a tornado touchdown killing at least 8. If you didn't know, I thought you should be aware! Miriam Andrus, MSLS Library Director Grace A. Dow Memorial Library 1710 W. St. Andrews Rd. Midland, MI 48640 Phone 989.837.3431 Fax 989.837.3468 Our Mission: To inspire lifelong learning by connecting people and resources.

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Pet lovers - PMDL needs your help
by Sheila Bissonnette 03 Mar '20

03 Mar '20

Good morning all, It is getting close to Irish season here in Clare County and our community is getting ready to celebrate the Clare Irish Festival the weekend of March 14th. For several years the Pere Marquette District Library has sponsored the Irish Pet Contest in partnership with our Parks and Recreation Department. Unfortunately, this year contestant photos are slow to be submitted. To share the importance of our Irish Pet Photo Contest, my amazing library staff (Kevin & Rocio) created this infomercial to illustrate just how cute, Irish pet photos can change a person’s life. https://youtu.be/Z2nQ0lA1D30?t=1 I hope you will take a minute out of your day and watch our infomercial. If you are interested in submitting your favorite pet dressed in their Irish finest you can do so online at this link https://form.jotform.com/90238405088963?fbclid=IwAR20NEFPXPy5dzj7trFuXQagH2… The cost is submit a photo is just $5.00. All funds raised from the Irish Pet Photo Contest will go to our local Spay-Neuter-Animal Project (S-NAP) Pets do not need to be from Clare. If you pet is selected as a winner, prizes will be mailed to you. First prize is a mini photo session from Guys & Dolls Photography in Clare, 2nd place is a $50.00 gift card from Jay’s, and 3rd prize is $25.00 gift card from Johnston Elevator Company in Clare. Please check out Irish Pet Photo Contest on Facebook to see pet photos from previous years. https://www.facebook.com/clareparksandrecreation/ Thank you so much. (Kevin will be so happy 😊 ) Sheila Sheila Bissonnette, MLIS Library Director Cell phone: 989-878-0450 Pere Marquette District Library 185 E. 4th Street Clare, MI 48617 Phone: 989-386-7576 ext 4 Fax: 989-386-3576 www.pmdl.org Harrison District Library 105 E. Main Street P.O. Box 380 Harrison, MI 48625 Phone: 989-539-6711 ext 6 Fax: 989-539-6301 www.hdl.org

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Communal sick time and maternal/paternal leave
by Emanuela DeCenso 03 Mar '20

03 Mar '20

Good Super Tuesday morning, Happy National Reading Month. I sincerely hope that you are all doing well. If you could please let me know, how many of you have communal sick time pool where non-users of a sick time, could donate some of those hours to users who need it desperately. How many of you have maternal/paternal leave, where it is paid leave and for how long? From what I have learned if under FMLA, one is not paid. Can you kindly, give some specifics with these requests, and email me off list. Thank you very much, Emma Emanuela DeCenso B.S, MLIS Outreach Services Coordinator 32737 W. 12 Mile Rd. Farmington Hills, MI 48334-3302 Phone: (248) 848-4311 Emanuela.decenso(a)farmlib.org

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