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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

No-cost webinar - Gain valuable insights and actionable steps for strengthening your library’s graphic literature offerings. ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ View in browser<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjoxN…> [Graphic Empathy: Using Graphic Novels to Elevate Excluded Voices and Connect Communities - an Infopeople Webinar. Presenter: Christina E. Taylor. April 29,2025 at 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT]<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjoxN…> Graphic Empathy: Using Graphic Novels to Elevate Excluded Voices and Connect Communities<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjoxN…> As library workers, we are ever more challenged to ensure that our increasingly popular graphic literature collections are curated to reflect and serve the diverse identities, experiences, and voices of our communities. This webinar will explore the importance of depicting diversity in graphic literature collections and programming, offering practical strategies for building a more inclusive selection. Participants will learn how to create a thoughtful collection development plan, discover recommended selection aids, and reflect on exemplary titles that successfully showcase diversity. At the end of this one-hour webinar, participants will: * Be able to identify at least three goals for centering excluded voice. * Be able to outline a simple plan for identifying the kinds of stories to center. * Be able to identify at least three selection aids for finding title. Join us to gain valuable insights and actionable steps for strengthening your library’s graphic literature offerings. [Learn More - Description: Rectangle: Rounded Corners: Learn More] April 29, 2025 * Eastern Time: 4:00-5:00 p.m. * Central Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m. * Mountain Time: 2:00-3:00 p.m. * Pacific Time: 1:00-2:00 p.m. Presenter: Christina E. Taylor<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjoxN…> Fee: $0, Free to everyone! Learn More and Register Today<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjoxN…> Upcoming Courses<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjoxN…> All Work Is Team Work<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjoxN…> * Do your team meetings feel like a group of individuals who aren't making progress together? * Do you find that too much time is spent talking about why something happened or looking for blame instead of discussing ways to move forward? * Do you feel that team members spend more time protecting their turf than working together? * Does "groupthink" instead of constructive conflict dominate your team decision making? [All Work Is Team Work, three diverse workers at a table around a laptop]<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjoxN…> Courses At Your Own Pace<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjoxN…> [A person relaxing at home on their laptop with a soft drink next to them above the words]<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjoxN…> Infopeople On-Demand<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjoxN…> means learning whenever, wherever. Jump into a topic and move at your own pace. Courses are always there when you need them. No rushing. No deadlines. Just you and the learning. [Find Your Next Course - Description: Rectangle: Rounded Corners: Find Your Next Course] Normalizing Discussions of Race with Children<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjoxN…> Become more confident discussing racial identity and racial injustices with children and caregivers in the library and incorporating anti-racist practices in your library services. [Normalizing Discussions of Race with Children]<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjoxN…> [Califa + Infopeople, helping libraries think differently.]<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjoxN…> Califa Group 330 Townsend Street, Suite 133, San Francisco United States of America [mastodon]<https://jylpyg.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjQ3ODk1OCxcImxcIjoxN…>

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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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Free webinar from ALA on Autism
by Lisa Waskin 22 Apr '25

22 Apr '25

Just wanted to share this awesome, free opportunity from ALA! [image/jpeg] Join us for a free webinar on Monday, April 28, in honor of #AutismAwarenessMonth: Information Literacy: Autism Awareness for Library Workers 7:00am PT | 9:00am CT | 10:00am ET Hear from ALA President Cindy Hohl, autism expert Temple Grandin, and librarian MychalThreets in a powerful conversation on how libraries can better support autistic coworkers and patrons. Moderated by Sally Stieglitz, Long Island Library Resources Council. 🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/autism-awareness-webinar Lisa Waskin, District Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783 Ph. (906) 632-9331 lwaskin(a)superiordistrictlibrary.org<mailto:lwaskin@superiordistrictlibrary.org>

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JOB OPENING: Principal Account Clerk, Olson Library, NMU
by Emera Bridger Wilson 21 Apr '25

21 Apr '25

Dear all, The Lydia M. Olson Library at Northern Michigan University in Marquette MI is currently seeking applicants for its Principal Account Clerk position. This position is primarily responsible for ordering, receiving, and submitting payments for print and other resources acquired for the Library collection. Learn more about the position and access to the application can be found here <https://workatnmu.nmu.edu/en-us/job/494623/principal-account-clerk>. Applicants are asked to submit an application, a cover letter, a resume, and the names of three references. Applications close on *Monday, May 12*. *Emera Bridger Wilson, Ph.D.* (she/they) Collection Management Librarian Lydia M. Olson Library Room 16, Gries Hall Northern Michigan University (906) 227-1205 Northern Michigan University is located on the ancestral homelands of the Anishinaabe, Three Fires Confederacy, an honored alliance of the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Bodewadmik (Potowatomi) peoples.

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FREE Circulation Desk, NE Oakland County
by James Baldiga 21 Apr '25

21 Apr '25

Located in NE Oakland County, ZIP Code 48367 Originally donated to our Library by either the Mt. Clemens Library or the White Lake Library. I didn't pick them up, so I'm not sure. I have been storing it & recently learned that we're not going to use it with our new library. It's currently disassembled. [image: Untitled-1.jpg] [image: Untitled-21.jpg] -- James Baldiga Trustee, Addison Township Public Library (248) 736-0548 https://letsbuildalibrary.org/

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Security Gates
by Kristina Reynolds 21 Apr '25

21 Apr '25

Thank you to everyone who replied to my email. The consensus was to not continue use of the gates. Kristie -- Kristina Reynolds

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ALS service
by Lisa Waskin 21 Apr '25

21 Apr '25

I am looking for libraries who have people on staff who know ASL and act as interpreters for patrons as part of their job, but not necessarily their entire job. If your library does this, please contact me off list so I can find out more information to specific questions I have. Thank you so much! Lisa Lisa Waskin, District Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783 Ph. (906) 632-9331 lwaskin(a)superiordistrictlibrary.org<mailto:lwaskin@superiordistrictlibrary.org>

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DVD cases wanted
by aestelle otsegolibrary.org 21 Apr '25

21 Apr '25

Our stockpile of spare DVD cases has dwindled. If you have any clean empty DVD cases that your library doesn't need, we will gladly take them at ODPL. ZV253. Thanks Andrea Andrea Estelle, MLIS Brighten the Corner Where You Are! Library Director * Otsego District Public Library INNOVATE * INTERACT * INSPIRE 401 Dix Street, Otsego MI 49078 (269) 694-9690 https://otsegolibrary.org/

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Registration Now Open - Planting the Seeds for E-Rate Success: Grow Your Library’s E-Rate Knowledge
by Wartella, Becky (MDE) 21 Apr '25

21 Apr '25

June 6, 2025, 11:00AM - 12:00PM - Planting the Seeds for E-Rate Success: Grow Your Library’s E-Rate Knowledge Join us for an engaging and informative session designed to help libraries nurture their E-Rate success! Now that the forms have been filed, "Planting the Seeds for E-Rate Success" will guide you through the critical next steps of the E-Rate process—from PIA review, to compliance, and invoicing. Learn how to cultivate success by avoiding common pitfalls, staying on track with deadlines, and ensuring your library is prepared to harvest the benefits of the upcoming funding year. Whether you're just planting the seeds of your E-Rate journey or already tending to a flourishing program, this session will equip you with the knowledge to watch your library’s E-Rate efforts thrive. Key Topics Covered: • Tending Your E-Rate Garden: Understanding the funding year process and important deadlines • Weeding Out the Issues: Tips for handling Program Integrity Assurance (PIA) inquiries and fixing common application mistakes • Watering Your Garden with Compliance: How to meet Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) requirements for funding • Pruning Services: Navigating service cancellations, SPIN changes & Service Substitutions • Building Strong Roots: Steps to make sure you’re ready to start services July 1 • The Harvest of E-Rate Success: Invoicing for FY2024 What You’ll Gain: 📌 Clear Understanding of the E-Rate Process – Learn the key filing steps, compliance requirements, and best practices 📌 Problem-Solving Strategies – Get tips for resolving common issues like PIA reviews and service changes 📌 Up-to-Date Knowledge – Be prepared for FY2025 Funding Year and FY2024 invoicing deadlines 📌 Actionable Insights – Walk away with the tools to ensure your library’s E-Rate process is smooth, compliant, and successful For more information or to register, visit the Event Registration Page<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> (https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…) This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Thank you, Becky Wartella Department of Education Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 [A picture containing text, room, gear, gambling house AI-generated content may be incorrect.] Acknowledge the incredible strength of students’ multilingual abilities. Seek the Michigan Seal of Biliteracy<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/flexible-learning/michigan-seal-of-bi…> for graduating seniors. [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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