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MCLS Virtual Dialogue – Join Us!
by Laura Warren-Gross 24 Jun '26

24 Jun '26

Good Afternoon! The Midwest Collaborative for Library Services will hold a Virtual Dialogue on Thursday, July 16, from 10:30 a.m. to noon Eastern (9:30-11 a.m. Central). Recent studies suggest that loneliness and social isolation are on the rise. We will discuss how libraries can work within their communities to build social infrastructure and combat this trend. MCLS Virtual Dialogues are designed to provide those in the library industry opportunities to connect and engage around topics that impact the way we work. These dialogues are not workshops or webinars; they are a way to engage with others in the profession through facilitated dialogue. Please plan to have your microphone enabled and camera on to participate. Registration is open at www.mcls.org :: Virtual Dialogues 2026<https://www.mcls.org/training-events/events/virtual-dialogues/>. If you have any questions, please reach out to engagement(a)mcls.org<mailto:engagement@mcls.org>. We look forward to connecting with you! Laura Warren-Gross Engagement Strategist 517-481-2022 warrengrossl(a)mcls.org [cid:image001.png@01DD03EF.0AA73420] Website<https://www.mcls.org/> | Newsletter<https://www.mcls.org/news/enewsletter> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/mclsorg>

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Program recommendation
by Rochelle Collins 24 Jun '26

24 Jun '26

We had George Robson talking about the Bath Schoolhouse Massacre last night. I would highly recommend him, everyone was very complimentary, lots of questions, and for such a heavy subject there were quite a few laughs too. His email is robsong(a)charter.net Rochelle A. Collins Reference Librarian Alice and Jack Wirt Library 500 Center Ave Bay City, MI 48708 989-893-9566 ex. 2208 rcollins(a)baycountylibrary.org

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Seeking Referrals/ Recommendations for a 60's Music Cover Band
by Lisa Slavicek 24 Jun '26

24 Jun '26

Good morning! The St. Joseph/ Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library will be celebrating it's 60th Anniversary this September with a 60's themed block party event. If you've had great musicians play at your library, specializing in 60's cover music, we are eagerly requesting any referrals & recommendations for bands. Any names/ contact information you could pass our way would be greatly appreciated, when you have the time! Wishing you all a great day, Lisa Slavicek (she/her)<https://pronouns.org/what-and-why> Library Marketing, Outreach, & Volunteer Coordinator St. Joseph/ Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library (269)-983-7167 Currently Reading w/the kids: "Tales from Shakespeare," by Charles & Mary Lamb, and "Nature Poems for Every Night of the Year," edited by Jane McMorland Hunter [1779817871608][1779817880729]

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Cass District Library Marketing and Communications Manager Posting
by kbambrick＠cassdistrictlibrary.org 24 Jun '26

24 Jun '26

The Cass District Library (CDL) is seeking a Marketing and Communications Manager. The Marketing and Communications Manager develops and implements comprehensive marketing, branding, and public relations strategies for the library system. This position oversees internal and external communications, manages digital and print content, and supports fundraising efforts. This role collaborates closely with library leadership, program managers, community partners, and media outlets. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, public relations, communications, journalism or related field required. Benefits: *457(b) *Dental insurance *Flexible spending account *Health insurance *Life insurance *Professional development assistance *Retirement plan *Tuition reimbursement *Vision insurance A full job description, application, and instructions on how to apply can be found at https://www.cassdistrictlibrary.org/about/careers/

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fiction genre merging
by Laura Hauch 24 Jun '26

24 Jun '26

Good morning library land, We're gearing up for a genre merging project later in the summer, where we're planning to merge our genred adult fiction collection (mystery, romance, sci-fi, and fiction) into just adult fiction. While we're moving a significant chunk of our collection, we're going to do a little rearranging to make the rest of our collection's organization more logical as well. I had asked opinions on this previously. Now I'm asking for practical advice. Anyone who has done this, or a similar large scale rearranging project, do you have any suggestions to help me plan? How did you get started? If you had to do it again, what would you do differently? What should I know before getting started? I appreciate any and all advice. (Note- we're planning on closing for a week for this) Thanks! *Laura Hauch* Collection and IT Coordinator Buchanan District Library 128 East Front Street Buchanan, MI 49107 269-695-3681 269-695-0004 Fax www.buchananlibrary.org

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Re: Many free books!
by Joana Bancroft 24 Jun '26

24 Jun '26

?Hello I am interested in the books that have been highlighted, if still available. Thank you. melcat code zv396 Title Author ISBN Type Count Remaining The Secret Lives of Color Kassia St. Clair 9780143131144 Hardcover 2 2 Nuclear War Annie Jacobsen 9780593476116 Paperback 1 1 Wandering Stars Tommy Orange 9780593311448 Paperback 3 3 Incomparable Grace Mark K. Updegrove 9781524745745 Hardcover 1 1 James Percival Everett 9780385550369 Hardcover 3 3 Isola Allegra Goodman 9798217077625 LP Paperback 2 2 Sky Full of Elephants Cebo Campbell 9781668034934 Paperback 12 12 Rental House Weike Wang 9780593545553 Paperback 3 3 There are Rivers in the Sky Elif Shafak 9780593687567 Paperback 3 3 There are Rivers in the Sky Elif Shafak 9798217014378 LP Paperback 1 1 Joana Nayeli Casta?on Bancroft Assistant Director Adult Librarian 517.641.7111 [cid:c1496cc8-a509-4674-a4a6-56b418bbf634] ________________________________ From: Sarah Rick <srick(a)bathtownshippubliclibrary.org> Sent: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 9:59 AM To: Joana Bancroft <jbancroft(a)bathtownshippubliclibrary.org> Subject: Fw: [Michlib-l] Many free books! Hey Joana, any of these of interest? Sarah Rick Library Director [cid:f71141b7-163e-4850-bde0-7c8cb00543f4] ________________________________ From: Jenny Rasmussen via Michlib-l <michlib-l(a)liblists.org> Sent: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 9:49 AM To: MichLib ListServ <michlib-l(a)liblists.org> Subject: [Michlib-l] Many free books! Y'all know the drill! We have free books! Please reply with your RIDES/TLN Code, and how many you would like. Title Author ISBN Type Count Remaining The Secret Lives of Color Kassia St. Clair 9780143131144 Hardcover 2 2 Nuclear War Annie Jacobsen 9780593476116 Paperback 1 1 Wandering Stars Tommy Orange 9780593311448 Paperback 3 3 Incomparable Grace Mark K. Updegrove 9781524745745 Hardcover 1 1 James Percival Everett 9780385550369 Hardcover 3 3 Isola Allegra Goodman 9798217077625 LP Paperback 2 2 Sky Full of Elephants Cebo Campbell 9781668034934 Paperback 12 12 Rental House Weike Wang 9780593545553 Paperback 3 3 There are Rivers in the Sky Elif Shafak 9780593687567 Paperback 3 3 There are Rivers in the Sky Elif Shafak 9798217014378 LP Paperback 1 1 Thank you! [https://ci3.googleusercontent.com/mail-sig/AIorK4zSMhdHEgOkIq-DE5ge4IDw1K5i…]

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free
by Tara Olar 23 Jun '26

23 Jun '26

Hello everyone, I have a large box of assorted envelopes and DVD boxes available for anyone who needs them. Just send me your code. Tara Olar Library Assistant Caro Area District Library 989-673-4329 ext. 30695

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Office of the Governor's MI Summer Reading Road Trip challenge - coming soon!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 23 Jun '26

23 Jun '26

Hello MI Libraries! I hope your summer programming is off to a great start and that families are enjoying all your library has to offer. I wanted to give libraries a brief heads-up that the Office of the Governor may begin rolling out a "Summer Reading Road Trip" challenge as early as tomorrow, June 24. As part of the challenge, families will be encouraged to visit their local libraries for reading, programs, and other activities. This initiative is intended to complement—not replace or compete with—existing library summer programming. Participation is entirely optional, and families can decide for themselves whether they wish to take part in the challenge. The Office of the Governor has developed a FAQ document specifically for libraries, along with additional promotional materials. I will share those resources through our listservs as soon as they become available. You may begin to see media coverage or other announcements about the challenge once it is officially launched. We wanted to make sure libraries had advance notice and I will distribute additional information as quickly as possible. Thank you, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her/Hers - See www.mypronouns.org<http://www.mypronouns.org/> to learn more. 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/> Join the MiYouth<https://liblists.org/postorius/lists/miyouth.liblists.org/> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. [cid:7d5c7a91-068c-4c4e-a99e-be7b563251f3] Nourishing Michigan’s Future during the summer! Find a Summer Food Service Program site nearest you and encourage Michigan’s children to Meet Up and Eat Up! Michigan.gov/MeetUpEatUp<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup>. [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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Upcoming Program at BPL: Michigan in the American Revolution
by Mick Howey 23 Jun '26

23 Jun '26

Hello Michlib! Please join us at 7:00 PM, Monday, June 29th for Andrew Kercher's presentation Michigan in the American Revolution. In some ways it was a frontier far from the battlefields, yet it was still vital to the struggle for North America. From the British stronghold at Detroit, where alliances with Native nations shaped the conflict in the Great Lakes, to Michilimackinac controlling trade and communication routes, Michigan’s wilderness was a stage for intrigue and shifting loyalties. Professional Historian Andrew Kercher returns to share stories that reveal how Michigan’s early history was tied to global empires, contested alliances, and the birth of a new nation. Registration required. Hybrid event. Attend in person (with an IN-PERSON ticket) or virtually (with a VIRTUAL ticket). Tap here <https://www.baldwinlib.org/calendar/#/events/AaqgMMf2t5/instances/xIZ83Z7lR…> to register. Hope to see you there! Mick Howey, MLIS Adult Services Librarian II Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 554-4649 https://www.baldwinlib.org/

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Book club books up for grabs
by Amy Van Oordt 23 Jun '26

23 Jun '26

Hi! I have 10 hardcover copies of American Daughter by Stephanie Thornton Plymale that we are weeding from our collection. First come first serve! They are in good shape, have our stickers on them, and are stamped with our information on p.114. Let me know if you would like them. If you are the first to respond, I will get them sent to you! (We do not need them back!) Amy [cid:d04a0102-16c2-4cba-bb45-1e5aafebb8c5]<https://www.loutitlibrary.org/> Amy Van Oordt Library Assistant II she/her (what’s this?<https://www.mypronouns.org/>) 616.850.6946 | LoutitLibrary.org<http://loutitlibrary.org/> 407 Columbus Ave. Grand Haven, MI 49417 Expanding Horizons. Enriching Minds. Engaging Community. [cid:0116fd8c-4579-4af8-8c81-8f641e915f66]<https://www.facebook.com/LoutitDistrictLibrary/>[cid:ef3669bc-3293-4abb-a98c-8d1e6750ee5f]<https://www.instagram.com/LoutitLibrary/>[cid:d573ed64-6bc7-43fd-befd-a4268a08423c]<https://www.youtube.com/@loutitdistrictlibrary461>[cid:a8d96f81-43b3-4ab0-ae04-a63328a1594e]<https://www.tiktok.com/@loutitdistrictlibrary>

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