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SAM.gov Expiration & For-Profit Companies
by Cynthia Stanczak 23 Apr '25

23 Apr '25

Hello all, Just received my first "spam" email from a for-profit business trying to convince me to click their link and use their service to renew our SAM.gov account, for the low, low price of $349. SAM.gov accounts expire yearly, BUT are completely free to renew and it takes only about 10 minutes (and three confirmation code verifications) to submit your renewal through SAM.gov. Especially if you or someone in your organization is new in that role or to SAM.gov this year, please forward this to them before they commit to sharing that information, including the library's banking information, to a for-profit company and paying for the privilege. This company in particular is USAFilingGuide.com and the email was titled "Your SAM Registration is Expiring - ALBION DISTRICT LIBRARY." The email is plain text, looks very much like an automated notification email, and includes our CAGE code, and SAM UEI. Just a heads up. Best wishes, folks! Cynthia Stanczak, MLS (she/her) Library Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior St. Albion, MI 49224 (517) 629-3993 Albion District Library: Transforming Minds, Changing Lives. Proudly serving our community since 1919. Online at www.albionlibrary.org, or find us on Facebook! *My working day may not be your working day. Please do not feel obligated to reply to this email outside of your normal working hours.*

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Berkley Library accepting applications for part-time library desk assistant
by Matt Church 23 Apr '25

23 Apr '25

Good morning! Berkley Public Library is currently accepting applications for a part-time library desk assistant. For details about the position, visit here <https://www.berkleymi.gov/Job%20Descriptions/PT%20Library%20Desk%20Assistan…>. Applications will be accepted through May 7. See www.berkleymi.gov/employment for an application and additional information. Thanks, Matt Matt Church, Library Director *(he/him/his)* Berkley Public Library 3155 Coolidge Hwy. Berkley, MI 48072 248-658-3449 mchurch(a)berkleymi.gov (Please note this new email address) www.berkley.lib.mi.us

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Marketing Professional at the Library
by Tracy Logan 22 Apr '25

22 Apr '25

Hello Collective of Wisdom, Do you employ someone at your library to oversee your marketing efforts? Or do you contract with someone for this service? We are exploring the idea of a marketing person on staff (or contract) and I would love to hear how you navigate this. How does it work? Are you seeing good results from those efforts? What size library are you? Thanks for your responses! -Tracy -- Tracy Logan Library Director Cadillac Wexford Public Library 411 S. Lake Street Cadillac, MI 49601 231-775-6541 logant(a)cadillaclibrary.org

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Question re: integrated DVD collections
by Cameron Crawford 22 Apr '25

22 Apr '25

Greetings fellow library folk! Recently we had a feature DVD appear in the wrong collection on our shelf, as it is a French language film and ought to go to our world language DVD section. It was then lamented that the item's circ count was likely to go down, as materials in our world language collection (with the exception of MeL) have a notable lower circ stat. So we started brainstorming on the access services level as to what could be done to draw more attention to these items. The thought came up several times to integrate the world language DVD section with corresponding feature, non-feature, and TV series collections, while retaining the language label (the line of thought here being that patrons are not necessarily searching for materials on account of the language alone). Before presenting this suggested course of action to the collection manager, we wanted to send feelers out as to whether other libraries had already done such an integration: did you see an increase in circ counts for world language materials? Did patrons complain about the integration? Did shelving staff have a difficult time with it? Do you wish you could hit the rhetorical 'undo' button on this? We want to know! To spare folks a long email chain, direct messages are most appreciated - and if anyone is interested, I will collate the responses and share them. Lastly, if this is a topic that has been deliberated upon before, it would be immensely appreciated if someone would be able to forward that chain for our edification. Sincerely, --- Cameron Crawford he/him/his Library Assistant III - Page Supervisor Baldwin Public Library 248-554-4692 cameron.crawford(a)baldwinlib.org

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Upcoming Program of Interest Dearborn Library
by Daniel Lodge 22 Apr '25

22 Apr '25

Everyone - We have a great program coming up soon here at the Dearborn Library. - As part of the Michigan Notable Book Author Tour, Dr. Felicia George will be here on Tuesday, May 6th at 6:30pm to talk about her new book *When Detroit Played the Numbers: Gambling's History and Cultural Impact on the Motor City.* I hope you can join us either virtually or in-person. Please visit our Events page at our website dearbornlibrary.org to register. Dan Lodge Library Supervisor Dearborn Public Library Dearborn, MI

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Amazing program idea: Featuring Local Wrestler(s)
by Lisa Boyd 22 Apr '25

22 Apr '25

Hello library land, This weekend, we held WrestleFest, an expo-style event featuring "Amazing" N8 Mattson (a local wrestler). Nate talked about his 25+ years of experience in the industry and shared some pictures. He brought two championship belts and held a meet-and-greet-style table afterward, where he signed 8X10 photographs and posed for photos with patrons. I added some coloring sheets and a make-your-own wrestling belt craft that I created. As someone who does a decent amount of programs, I can say that this brought new patrons who were fans or interested in learning more. I have two contacts and a couple of pictures to share. Please contact "Amazing" N8 or Gary from IWR if you would like to consider a wrestling-themed event for your community. I am happy to answer any additional questions off-thread, so please email me directly with those. "Amazing" N8 Mattson n8amazing(a)aol.com<mailto:n8amazing@aol.com> Insane Wrestling Revolution theiwrllc(a)gmail.com<mailto:theiwrllc@gmail.com> Have a great week, Lisa [photo] Lisa Boyd Librarian, Canton Public Library 734-394-1123<tel:734-397-0999ex:1123> | www.cantonpl.org<https://www.cantonpl.org/> boydl(a)cantonpl.org<mailto:boydl@cantonpl.org> 1200 S. Canton Center Rd Canton, MI 48188<https://maps.google.com/?q=1200%20S.%20Canton%20Center%20Rd%20Canton,%20MI%…> [custom_u/QVK0w684xRE/1671645794491]<https://www.cantonpl.org/Kids> [custom_u/QVK0w684xRE/1660662320896]<https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/librarylandlisa> [linkedin]<https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisakboyd/>

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Streamline Website Services
by WCCL Amy Stockwell 22 Apr '25

22 Apr '25

Hello, Thanks to the partnership with MLA, my library is considering contracting with Streamline to redo our website. Before they give the final go ahead, my board would like to know if anyone else partnered with them and if so, do you like it and are happy with the change? Thanks! Amy

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HEPA Air Filters Opportunity
by Debbie Mikula 22 Apr '25

22 Apr '25

To: Michigan Libraries We are reaching out today with an exciting but time sensitive opportunity! The Michigan Department of Health and Human Servies (MDHHS) has extended the Indoor Air Quality program to more organizations. The indoor air quality program began supporting K-12 schools throughout the State Of Michigan and since expanded to many other vulnerable population groups. This program provides portable HEPA filtration systems (air purifiers) and replacement filters for use in your facilities. Our goal is to support cleaner, healthier air in communal spaces across Michigan. Originally, due to grant stipulations we were limited in our ability to offer these units to settings outside of the parameters of the grant. At this time, we are able to extend our reach and offer these units to additional organizations. Each portable air purifier system comes with 10 replacement filter sets all at no-cost to you. Attached is more information regarding the portable unit. Unfortunately, we have a very short window of opportunity to support the shipment of the units and their replacement filters. If you would like to participate, please submit your request using our Online Form<https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=h3D71Xc3rUKWaoku9HIl0fz…>. If interested, we would need your submission no later than noon on Friday April 25, 2025. Fill | MI Indoor Air Ventilation Program - Request Form (see attachment) In Health, Brian Scherf, MPH, CPS COVID-19 Health, Wellness and Testing Liaison Community Health Innovation & Promotion Section Michigan Department of Health and Human Services | Public Health Administration scherfb(a)michigan.gov<mailto:scherfb@michigan.gov>

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Graphic Empathy: Using Graphic Novels to Elevate Excluded Voices and Connect Communities - Free Infopeople Webinar
by Califa Group 22 Apr '25

22 Apr '25

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Job Posting: Lansing Community College
by John Szilagyi 22 Apr '25

22 Apr '25

Lansing Community College is seeking a FT Library Communications Specialist. This position creates, prepares, coordinates and executes library communications employing a variety of means including print, web, email, social media, blogs, digital/physical signage and visual displays to increase awareness of library resources and services. For more details, please see the complete job description below. To apply, please visit jobs.lcc.edu<https://jobs.lcc.edu/en/job/493440/ft-technical-specialist-library-communic…>. Title: FT Technical Specialist - Library Communications Specialist This Posting is Open Until Filled The date after which applications are not guaranteed review is: 5/14/2025 Hours Per Week: 40 Hours Compensation Type: Hourly Salary New Hire Starting Pay: $18.94 - $21.20 Employee Classification: FT Support Staff- Union Level: FT Support-5 Division: Academic Affairs Division - 40000 Department: Library Support - 20520 Campus Location: LCC Downtown Campus Position Type: Regular/Continuing Bargaining Unit: ASP FT/ESP To view the applicable labor contract, visit the Labor Relations web site<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/links.dc4.pageuppeople.com/ss/c/u001.yuH…>. For information about the benefits offered, please visit the Benefits web site<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/links.dc4.pageuppeople.com/ss/c/u001.guV…>. Job Summary: Creates, prepares, coordinates and executes library communications employing a variety of means including print, web, email, social media, blogs, digital/physical signage and visual displays to increase awareness of library resources and services. Coordinates programming and oversight of library events. Markets and promotes library resources and services to college constituents. Serves as the authority and central contact for library communications to ensure consistent messaging. Develops critical relationships with library stakeholders. Collaborates with library staff, academic & service departments, Media Services, Public Relations and Marketing. Conducts graphic design for creating library print, web and multimedia content. Conducts assessment creation, data collection and analysis for communications and marketing strategies. Assists with internal communications and events. Must show commitment to the diversity of a multi-cultural population and work effectively in a team-based environment, seeking continuous improvement and adherence to community college philosophy. Regular on campus presence is expected for all LCC employment. Any flexible work schedules and/or hybrid work schedules approved by the College are subject to change based on the needs of the LCC community. Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and demonstrated work experience. Prior work experience in communications, marketing, public relations or related field. Demonstrated experience with graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator or other graphic design tools. Demonstrated experience with written and public speaking communication. Demonstrated experience with web building tools. Experience using social media channels in a professional setting. Preferred Qualifications: Significant, recent experience with standard design software programs such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). Prior experience leading and delegating to a team. Prior project coordination experience. Demonstrated experience with HTML. Bi-lingual. Demonstrated experience in library operations. Lansing Community College prohibits sex discrimination in any educational program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at lcc.edu/consumer-information/equal.html<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/links.dc4.pageuppeople.com/ss/c/u001.guV…>. Sincerely, John Szilagyi (he/him/his) Director of the Library Lansing Community College 517-483-1650

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