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Free program items
by Megan Esseltine Hathaway 25 Apr '25

25 Apr '25

Hi all, The Canton Public Library has two items from sensory/early literacy programming that we are giving away to any interested library. *Giant Plush Stacking Ring Set* [image: StackingRings.png] *Hands-on Language Center* [image: languagecenter.png] Please contact me if interested. Megan Hathaway Department Head – Information Services Canton Public Library 1200 S. Canton Center Rd. Canton, MI 48188 734-394-1119 hathawaym(a)cantonpl.org

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Plant Exchange at DPL's Knapp Branch
by Jennifer Dye 24 Apr '25

24 Apr '25

Come to the Knapp Branch (on Conant south of Davison in Detroit) between 11 and 1 next Saturday, May 3. Bring plants that you don't need, and take others that are offered. You are not required to bring plants in order to take plants. People bring and take both outdoor plants and indoor plants. We should have a representative from MSU Extension to answer questions and give advice. Plus refreshments. More information on Eventbrite: https://dpl-plant-exchange-2025.eventbrite.com Registration is not required, but helps us in planning. Jennifer Jennifer Dye Manager Detroit Public Library jdye(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org Knapp Branch 13330 Conant 313-481-1771 M, W, S 10-6 Tu, Th 12-8 Detroit, Michigan 48212

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another of our monthly Repair Cafes
by Jennifer Dye 24 Apr '25

24 Apr '25

Wanted to remind people that our Repair Cafés are continuing through May. Our next one is this coming Saturday, April 26. We run from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Get more information by following the Eventbrite link, or by calling 313-481-1771 during our hours, listed in the sig below. https://dpl-repair-cafe.eventbrite.com [https://cdn.evbuc.com/images/867557149/138776901512/1/logo.20241005-211505]<https://dpl-repair-cafe.eventbrite.com/> DPL Repair Café<https://dpl-repair-cafe.eventbrite.com/> The Repair Café movement comes to Michigan! Bring your things to repair, or your skills to repair things. dpl-repair-cafe.eventbrite.com Registration not required, but is helpful for estimating numbers. And in case we have to reschedule. Jennifer P.S. I have a flyer, which I can send to you. I don't send to the whole list, because I don't want to clog mailboxes. Jennifer Dye Manager Detroit Public Library jdye(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org Knapp Branch 13330 Conant 313-481-1771 M, W, S 10-6 Tu, Th 12-8 Detroit, Michigan 48212

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Free Furniture
by Denise Skopczynski 24 Apr '25

24 Apr '25

Canton Public Library has a custom-built bookcase and an atlas stand available for a new home. The bookcase is in excellent condition and measures 24 ¼" W x 65 ¼" H x 209 ¼" L. It has 30 adjustable shelves on each side, measuring 30" W x 12" L each. [cid:image001.png@01DBB524.1DAFEB40] [cid:image003.png@01DBB525.30AF16C0] The atlas stand is 30 ¼" L x 40 ½" W x 40" H. [cid:image002.png@01DBB524.1DAFEB40] Best, Denise Skopczynski Circulation Services Supervisor Canton Public Library

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Updated List: Free Items: Blank CDs, Coloring Book, etc.
by Brenna Wade 24 Apr '25

24 Apr '25

Magnets and 1 of the spindles have been claimed. Updated list below. From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org> On Behalf Of Brenna Wade via Michlib-l Sent: Thursday, April 24, 2025 2:09 PM To: michlib-l(a)mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] Free Items: Blank CDs, Magnets, Coloring Book, etc. We are in the midst of construction and thus doing quite a bit of cleaning and clearing out. I have several items freely available. Please let me know what you would like, along with your RIDES code, as we will only send these through RIDES. * 9 CD-RW blank CDs, 74 minutes, various brands * 4 CD-R blank CDs, 80 minutes, Imation brand * 2 packs of 12 CD-R blank CDs, 80 minutes, K Hypermedia * 64 CD-R blank CDs, 74 minutes, various brands * Spindle CD-R blank CDs, 80 minutes, TDK brand. Just over half of the CDs are left. No label on the package and plastic cover is cracked. * New in packaging Berliner Philharmoniker The anniversary Edition: 15 Years of the Digital Concert Hall Blu-ray and DVD promotional copy * New in packaging Berliner Philharmoniker Daniel Barenboim and the Berliner Philharmoniker: 60 Years of a Musical Partnership Blu-ray and DVD promotional copy * 2016 and 2017 daily calendar and adult coloring book. Can pull out the pages and just use them for coloring. Best, Brenna Brenna Wade | Public Services Librarian | Hillsdale College, Mossey Library 33 E College St, Hillsdale, MI 49242 | (517) 607-2606 | bwade(a)hillsdale.edu<mailto:bwade@hillsdale.edu>

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Free Items: Blank CDs, Magnets, Coloring Book, etc.
by Brenna Wade 24 Apr '25

24 Apr '25

We are in the midst of construction and thus doing quite a bit of cleaning and clearing out. I have several items freely available. Please let me know what you would like, along with your RIDES code, as we will only send these through RIDES. * 9 CD-RW blank CDs, 74 minutes, various brands * 4 CD-R blank CDs, 80 minutes, Imation brand * 2 packs of 12 CD-R blank CDs, 80 minutes, K Hypermedia * 64 CD-R blank CDs, 74 minutes, various brands * 1 spindle CD-R blank CDs, 80 minutes. Package says 100, but looks slightly less. Probably at least 85-90 on the spindle. Sony brand * Spindle CD-R blank CDs, 80 minutes, TDK brand. Just over half of the CDs are left. No label on the package and plastic cover is cracked. * New in packaging Berliner Philharmoniker The anniversary Edition: 15 Years of the Digital Concert Hall Blu-ray and DVD promotional copy * New in packaging Berliner Philharmoniker Daniel Barenboim and the Berliner Philharmoniker: 60 Years of a Musical Partnership Blu-ray and DVD promotional copy * 1 box of 12 strong, small magnets (3/4 in tall) shaped like door knobs or chess pawns. * 2016 and 2017 daily calendar and adult coloring book. Can pull out the pages and just use them for coloring. Best, Brenna Brenna Wade | Public Services Librarian | Hillsdale College, Mossey Library 33 E College St, Hillsdale, MI 49242 | (517) 607-2606 | bwade(a)hillsdale.edu<mailto:bwade@hillsdale.edu>

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Baby Toys CLAIMED
by BERRIEN SPRINGS COMMUNITY LIBRARY 24 Apr '25

24 Apr '25

All baby toys have been claimed. Thank you! Irene Assistant Director Berrien Springs Community Library 215 W. Union St. Berrien Springs, MI 49103 269.471.7074 269.471.4433 fax www.bsclibrary.org

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Baby toys
by BERRIEN SPRINGS COMMUNITY LIBRARY 24 Apr '25

24 Apr '25

Hi Everyone We have about 165 of these toys that we are giving away. They are called Bright Starts, come sealed in the little plastic bags shown and are recommended for 18+ months old. I opened most to show the variety. Please send me your RIDES code if you would like them all or I can split them up. Thank you. Irene (Jones) Assistant Director Berrien Springs Community Library 215 W. Union St. Berrien Springs, MI 49103 269.471.7074 269.471.4433 fax www.bsclibrary.org

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Join Us for The Guild of Library Makers Conference (GOLMCON 2025)
by Michael McEvoy 24 Apr '25

24 Apr '25

We are excited to invite you to The Guild of Library Makers Conference (GOLMCON 2025), a unique opportunity to explore the evolving role of makerspaces in modern Libraries and how they contribute to fostering creativity, innovation, and community engagement. Date: Friday 9/12/2025 Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm (Doors open at 8:30am) Schedule: To be released closer to event and sent to registrant’s email Location: Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307 Registration Deadline: Friday 8/1/2025 Cost: Free This conference will bring together Library professionals and makers to share insights, strategies, and success (and failure) stories about incorporating makerspaces into Libraries. Whether you're looking to start a makerspace at your library or enhance an existing one, this event will provide the tools, ideas, and connections you need to succeed. What to Expect: - Expert Speakers: Learn from makerspace professionals about the latest trends and best practices in makerspace development. - Networking: Connect with other Library professionals, share experiences, and explore potential collaborations. - Innovative Solutions: Discover new technologies, resources, and ideas that can transform your Library into a hub of creativity and learning. How to Register: To secure your spot at the conference, please complete the registration form below: Register for GOLMCON 2025 <https://forms.gle/jTqQ2nS75epR6rwj6> Why Attend? Attending this conference will provide you with valuable knowledge to: - How to start or expand your Library's makerspace - Develop engaging makerspace programming for Library users of all ages - Network with peers and makerspace experts - Stay ahead of the curve in Library innovation We look forward to seeing you at The Guild of Library Makers Conference (GOLMCON 2025) and hope you take advantage of this incredible opportunity to enhance your skills and Library offerings! If you have any questions or need assistance with registration, please feel free to contact us at guildoflibrarymakers(a)gmail.com. To aid in attendance, we have included a justification letter for attendance here. <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FTA7Y5KrUF7kHCQfm4tF05kapfayqAASSuc_w6u…> Matt Grayvin - GOLM Lead Organizer Makerspace Manager - Rochester Hills Public Library Join GOLM on our Discord at this website or QR code below: https://discord.gg/9vRYyXKPrf -- Michael McEvoy Head of Information Technology Northville District Library mmcevoy(a)northvillelibrary.org 248-349-3020 ext 226 248-381-0181 (Innocaption) 248-982-4918 (Mobile - Please Text Only) ⡴⠶⠦⠤⣤⣄⣀⡀⢀⣠⡴⠖⠚⠋⠛⠛⠲⢦⣄⡀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⢀⠀ ⠙⢦⡀⠉⠒⠤⣍⡉⠉⠁⠀⠐⢤⠐⠀⡰⠀⠀⠈⠙⠉⢉⣉⣉⣉⠍⠉⣩⠇ ⠀⠀⠻⣄⠀⠀⠀⢻⢤⣞⣿⣿⡆⢀⡀⢠⣟⣿⣷⠄⡾⠉⠀⠀⠀⣠⡾⠃⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠙⠳⣤⣀⣈⣀⠙⠿⠟⠃⢓⡊⠙⠻⠛⠋⣠⣃⣀⣀⣤⠞⠋⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠈⢻⡝⠓⠒⢺⠷⠒⠒⠒⠛⠛⢉⣩⠿⣿⡁⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⣼⡟⢲⢤⣸⡄⠀⢀⣠⠴⣺⡏⣏⣤⡾⠇⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⣿⢞⣺⣠⠋⠹⠉⡏⢁⡴⣹⣧⣤⠾⠁⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠙⢻⡟⢁⠄⡇⢠⠈⠉⠀⠋⣿⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⢸⠋⠁⠀⡇⢸⠀⠀⠀⠀⣿⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠈⠉⠉⠉⠉⠙⠛⠉⠉⠉⠉⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ "Technical solutions to social problems are inherently flawed."⠀⠀ p.s. My working day may not be your working day. Please do not feel obligated to respond immediately.

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Reminder: Free virtual conference led by library directors begins tomorrow (Fri 4/25) at 11am!
by Kristin Fontichiaro 24 Apr '25

24 Apr '25

Dear Friends, Just a gentle nudge that *tomorrow (Friday, April 25, 2025, 11am Eastern) *is the free Strong Connections, Strong Communities virtual conference presented by many of the library directors involved in the Post-Pandemic Library cohort. They will be sharing *short, high-energy presentations* *around how to better understand their communities’ wants and needs, work more closely with community partner organizations and government officials, and communicate library values effectively to others. * *View the conference agenda and sessions: **h* *ttps://bit.ly/stronglibrariesonline2025* <https://bit.ly/stronglibrariesonline2025> · *Register here: https://forms.gle/datevJLJY89rGZnt5 <https://forms.gle/datevJLJY89rGZnt5> * · If you can’t make it in person, sessions will be archived, with recordings available on the conference agenda page within 4 days of the conference. If you register, we’ll let you know when the recordings are up! This project is made possible in part by the University of Michigan School of Information, the Library of Michigan, and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Hope to see you there! Best, Kristin Fontichiaro & Georgina (Gigi) Broyles University of Michigan School of Information nextlevelleadership(a)umich.edu // 734.647.3593

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