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Social media policies
by Nancy Folaron 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

We are going to create policies for staff to oversee and use the library's social media accounts. If you have a good policy, or any suggestions on what we should include, could you please reply to me off list? Thanks, Nancy Folaron -- Nancy Folaron, Assistant Director Shiawassee District Library/Durand Memorial Branch 700 N. Saginaw St. Durand, MI 48429 989-288-3743

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FY2019 State aid to Public Libraries
by Webb, Kathy (MDE) 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

The payment process is in progress. The first batch of public library state aid payments are completed. The payments are being processes by first to submit, the first paid. The process can be long, so don't worry, if I have any questions, I will contact your library. All first 50% payments will be completed by June 2019. The final 50% payment will be processed after July 15, 2019. At the end of each month a listing of payments made will appear on the Library of Michigan website at this site. https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/LM_2018_State_Aid_Paym… Thank you! Kathy Webb State Aid/Penal Fines Library of Michigan P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909 517-335-1514 Fax 517-335-1522 April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Help raise awareness of Child Abuse Prevention by learning more from the Children's Trust Fund at www.michigan.gov/ctf<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…> [cid:image001.jpg@01D4E931.779D8BF0]

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color printing cost survey
by Stacy Pasche 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

Hi Everyone, thank you for all of your responses regarding color printing costs. Of the 50 some libraries that responded, the average cost for a color print is .46 cents while the median is .25 Thanks! -- Stacy Pasche, Library Director Benzie Shores District Library *"Sometimes it's fun to do the impossible." -Walt Disney*

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Week of the Young Child
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

Did you know it's the Week of the Young Child<https://www.naeyc.org/events/woyc/overview>? LM paired up with Michigan's Office of Great Start<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,4615,7-140-63533---,00.html> to provide a reading list this week for families, according to the daily theme. LM is also sharing out a post daily on Facebook @LibraryofMichigan. #woyc19<https://twitter.com/hashtag/woyc19?src=hash> #EarlyLiteracy<https://twitter.com/hashtag/EarlyLiteracy?src=hash> #ReadytoReadMi<https://twitter.com/hashtag/ReadytoReadMi?src=hash> [cid:image002.jpg@01D4EF9E.0E5A30D0] 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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MeL eResource Web Buttons
by Breed, Liz (MDE) 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

Greetings! We are happy to share that MeL is now offering web buttons for all of the eResources! If you would like to use these, visit the Library Staff area of MeL (mel.org/staff<https://mel.org/staff>) and look for the eResources Web Buttons link in the Marketing Resources menu on the left side of the screen. You have the option to download the entire set (as a zipped folder), or if you scroll down a bit, you will see the entire list for picking and choosing individual buttons. In addition to the buttons, you will also find instructions for: * Adding buttons to different types of sites * Information on using the Direct URL or the Geo-IP URL * A link to MCLS' reporting form if there are changes or additions to your organization's IP address(es) There are other tools in the Marketing Resources area that may also be helpful for you. * Downloadable Promotional Materials: PDF files from vendors for flyers, bookmarks, etc... There's also a nice selection of PDFs on Evaluating Resources. * Logo and Usage Guidelines: Interested in adding the new MeL logo to your site? This is the place to come for the files and usage guidelines. * MeLCat Web Button: We also have a MeLCat Web Button if you are interested. * Promotional Materials Order Form: We have a selection of materials available for order. Complete the form and we'll send the materials to you. Please let us know if you have any questions. Have a great day, Liz Liz Breed Michigan eLibrary Coordinator Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 517-335-1497 breedl(a)michigan.gov<mailto:breedl@michigan.gov> www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Help raise awareness of Child Abuse Prevention by learning more from the Children's Trust Fund at www.michigan.gov/ctf<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…>

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Internship Posting
by Trevor Van Valkenburg 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

The Lenawee District Library is looking for a summer library intern. A job posting with a brief job description is attached. More info can be found at our website: lenawee.lib.mi.us

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Small grants for holding "A Nation in Debt" forums
by Pam Seabolt 10 Apr '19

10 Apr '19

[https://files.constantcontact.com/9a572947001/318358f2-2b81-499d-9169-bfe6a…] Complete the Quick and Simple Application for a Micro Grant by May 15th Hold a Forum by June 31st, 2019 [https://files.constantcontact.com/9a572947001/b8e6a845-06e6-4d9d-b15d-b23ce…]<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001DyXn3C50ZxpXoMKjATbjLtkxu_jc5aaG7BC84eO8zz3c…> Micro Grant Offer Net Impact<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001DyXn3C50ZxpXoMKjATbjLtkxu_jc5aaG7BC84eO8zz3c…> is excited to offer a micro grant of $150 to moderators* who host a forum using the newly-updated A Nation in Debt: How Can we Pay the Bills?<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001DyXn3C50ZxpXoMKjATbjLtkxu_jc5aaG7BC84eO8zz3c…> Issue guide. This program runs through June 31, 2019. All you have to do to receive the funding is fill out the form<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001DyXn3C50ZxpXoMKjATbjLtkxu_jc5aaG7BC84eO8zz3c…> by May 15, 2019 and host a forum by June 31, 2019.* Apply for a Micro Grant<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001DyXn3C50ZxpXoMKjATbjLtkxu_jc5aaG7BC84eO8zz3c…> [https://files.constantcontact.com/9a572947001/5caa97c5-aee9-4b05-ad18-d6e67…]<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001DyXn3C50ZxpXoMKjATbjLtkxu_jc5aaG7BC84eO8zz3c…> [https://files.constantcontact.com/9a572947001/a9caea2b-0263-403f-8ea1-57784…]<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001DyXn3C50ZxpXoMKjATbjLtkxu_jc5aaG7BC84eO8zz3c…> The issue guide, A Nation in Debt<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001DyXn3C50ZxpXoMKjATbjLtkxu_jc5aaG7BC84eO8zz3c…> was published by the National Issues Forums Institute<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001DyXn3C50ZxpXoMKjATbjLtkxu_jc5aaG7BC84eO8zz3c…> (NIFI) in partnership with Up to Us<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001DyXn3C50ZxpXoMKjATbjLtkxu_jc5aaG7BC84eO8zz3c…>. Up to Us, an initiative of Net Impact and the Peter G. Peterson Foundation, is a rapidly growing, nonpartisan movement of young people who recognize that when it comes to securing their economic and fiscal future, they have no better advocates than themselves. Apply for a micro grant.<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001DyXn3C50ZxpXoMKjATbjLtkxu_jc5aaG7BC84eO8zz3c…> Applicants will receive more detailed information about the micro grant program from Net Impact. *Moderators must be affiliated with an accredited US-based college or university to be considered eligible for the micro grant. Click here<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001DyXn3C50ZxpXoMKjATbjLtkxu_jc5aaG7BC84eO8zz3c…> to read more and for links to moderator tools and resources for holding A Nation in Debt forums. About Deliberation in National Issues Forums National Issues Forums issue guides are designed to stimulate public deliberation, which is a way of making decisions together that is different from discussion or debate. The purpose of deliberative forums is to inform collective action. As citizens, we have to make decisions together before we can act together, whether with other citizens or through legislative bodies. Acting together is essential for addressing problems that can't be solved by one group of people or one institution. These problems have more than one cause and therefore have to be met by a number of mutually reinforcing initiatives with broad public participation. About the National Issues Forums Institute The National Issues Forums Institute's mission is to promote the use of public deliberation in schools, colleges, civic organizations, and religious institutions in the United States. The institute's members are volunteers drawn from leaders in government, colleges and universities, libraries, civic organizations, the media, and medicine. For more information visit www.nifi.org. National Issues Forums Institute (NIFI)| 100 Commons Rd., Dayton, Ohio 45459 | w<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001DyXn3C50ZxpXoMKjATbjLtkxu_jc5aaG7BC84eO8zz3c…>ww.nifi.org National Issues Forums Institute, 100 Commons Road, Dayton, OH 45459-2799 Sent by nifi09(a)gmail.com<mailto:nifi09@gmail.com> in collaboration with [Constant Contact]<http://www.constantcontact.com/index.jsp?cc=PT1128> Try it free today<http://www.constantcontact.com/index.jsp?cc=PT1128>

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Register today for "Equity, Diversity, Inclusion: What Library Trustees Need to Know"
by White, Shannon (MDE) 09 Apr '19

09 Apr '19

Please share with your library board members. United for Libraries is pleased to announce a new online workshop in partnership with ALA Publishing: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion: What Library Trustees Need to Know. Learn more about the workshop and the book here: https://www.alastore.ala.org/content/equity-diversity-inclusion-what-librar… In this event, Anne Phibbs, PhD, Founder and President of Strategic Diversity Initiatives, will give a basic introduction to EDI and discuss what library trustees and boards need to know about EDI. This workshop will help trustees and library directors understand how to incorporate EDI into policy development, strategic planning, funding initiatives, board development, and more. Anne will present a variety of interactive scenarios in which EDI issues are a factor, with time for Q&A and discussion. This 60-minute workshop takes place on Tuesday, April 30, 2019. There is a morning session at 10:00am Eastern, or an afternoon session at 4:00pm for those who prefer a later time. You are entitled to free registration if you are United for Libraries Statewide Group Member in Michigan. To register, please contact us using this form<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgoo.gl%2F…>. United for Libraries The Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations A division of the American Library Association 312-280-2160 www.ala.org/united<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.or…> The Library of Michigan provides membership in United for Libraries, a division of the American Library Association, to all Michigan public libraries. For access to members only resources, please contact the Library of Michigan at 517-335-1516. This project is made possible with Library Service and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Shannon White Library of Michigan www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517.335.1507 Whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov>

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Request from the Secretary of State request to host town halls in local libraries
by Simlar, Cathleen (MDOS) 09 Apr '19

09 Apr '19

Hi, everyone. As you know, libraries across Michigan have worked in partnership with the Secretary of State since 2014 to alert the public about upcoming elections and other election-related news. As part of our new public engagement strategy, we are extending our public outreach and traveling across the state hosting public town halls. As an extension of our partnership with Michigan's public libraries, we want to host these forums with Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and other elected officials at local libraries. We have recently held similar events at the Southfield Public Library and the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. They were well-attended and well-received and we'd be honored to bring this event to your library. If you are interested in hosting a Town Hall with Secretary Benson, please email Loida Tapia, Director of Public Engagement, at TapiaL(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:TapiaL@Michigan.gov> . I know she would welcome a conversation with you. Cathleen P. Simlar Communications Specialist Michigan Department of State Office: (517) 335-3263 Cell: (248) 761-7145 Email: SimlarC(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:SimlarC@Michigan.gov> Join My Professional network on LinkedIn<blocked::http://www.linkedin.com/pub/cathleen-simlar/18/798/235>

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National Library Worker's Day
by Hamlin, Joseph (MDE) 09 Apr '19

09 Apr '19

Hello Everyone and Happy National Library Workers Day! Take a look at this video honoring library worker,s created by our talented Statewide Library Services Analyst, Kathy Kosinski https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1103063046564877. Please feel free to share this video with your community. Also don't forget to nominate your favorite library star at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SubmitAStarforNLWD. Learn more about National Library Workers day at http://ala-apa.org/nlwd/. Thank you, Joe Joseph Hamlin Library Data Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo St. P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-335-1501 Fax: 517-335-1522 Email: hamlinj2(a)michigan.gov<mailto:hamlinj2@michigan.gov> URL: https://michigan.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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