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Great Lakes Review
by ozlem gumeci 17 Oct '24

17 Oct '24

Dear Colleagues, We have approximately 20 issues of *Great Lakes Review* (1974-1984) available for giveaway. If you’re interested, please reach out to me at ogumeci(a)schoolcraft.edu. Please note that we are not participating in RIDES. Interested individuals will need to arrange their own pickup. Thank you *Ozlem Gumeci, MLIS* *Technical Services Librarian* Bradner Library, Learning Support Services Department Schoolcraft College 18600 Haggerty Rd., Livonia, MI 48152-2696 Bradner Library <https://www.schoolcraft.edu/lss/library/>

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Free Book Ends
by Denise Skopczynski 17 Oct '24

17 Oct '24

We have a large assortment of bookends available in a variety of putty/tan shades. All of the book ends are large and measure approximately: 8-3/4"H x5-1/2"Wx71/4"D. I have separated them by color and size (see attached photos): 82 Beige/Putty 48 Putty 33 Putty 10 Putty 6 Putty 2 Putty (oval) 2 Putty (square) 21 Tan/Putty [cid:image004.png@01DB2081.5ED10BF0] Available for pick-up or could be sent through delivery. Denise [vsmCPLlogo] Denise Skopczynski Circulation Services Supervisor Canton Public Library<http://www.cantonpl.org/> [cid:image002.png@01CA7E6F.BE3ABAB0]<http://twitter.com/CantonLibrary> [cid:image003.png@01CA7E6F.BE3ABAB0] <http://www.facebook.com/CantonLibrary> 1200 S. Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188 734-394-1242

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cd display available
by MAPL Director 17 Oct '24

17 Oct '24

We have a cd display case available, free with pick up. If you're interested I can send dimensions. -- Tanya Procknow, Director Mackinaw Area Public Library 528 W. Central Ave; PO Box 67 Mackinaw City, MI 49701 (231)436-5451 - work fax (231) 436-7344 www.mackinawlibrary.org <http://www.mackinawareapl.michlibrary.org/>

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Library of Michigan Trustee Training Webinars
by Wartella, Becky (MDE) 17 Oct '24

17 Oct '24

Greetings! The Library of Michigan is offering a two-part training for Trustees. Part1: Trustee Training 101: The Basics - February 5, 2024, 1:00PM - 3:00PM (EST) - This first part of a two-part introductory training is intended to provide a foundation in the basics of trustee Authority, Duty, Responsibility, and Library Establishment. The intent is to provide foundational information that Trustees can build on through subsequent training opportunities and discussions with their library director, cooperative director and each other. For more information and to register for this webinar, visit the event page<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…>. (https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…) Part2: Trustee Training 102: Advanced Trustees - February 12, 2024, 1:00PM - 3:00PM (EST) - Continuing the path to greatness, part 2 of this two-part Trustee Training focuses on more challenging areas of Trustee Service: Financial responsibilities, Constitutional requirements, Intellectual Freedom, and tips for building the most important relationship the board has - with the Library Director. For more information and to register for this webinar, visit the event page<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…>. (https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…) Thank you, Becky Wartella Department of Education Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909

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MeL Minute: MDE Personal Finance Credit
by Ann Kaskinen 17 Oct '24

17 Oct '24

[cid:image002.png@01DB206A.893ED460]Because of a change enacted into law<https://www.legislature.mi.gov/Laws/MCL?objectName=MCL-380-1278A> in 2022, the Personal Finance Credit is now a state requirement beginning with the class of 2028 (this year’s freshmen). The Michigan Department of Education has outlined the course requirements<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/-/media/Project/Websites/mde/Academic-Standard…>, which includes guidance on what grades and in which programs the ½ credit can be fulfilled. To support this new condition of graduation, the Michigan eLibrary<https://mel.org/welcome> (MeL) has content in several eResources that students and teachers can utilize to help understand various elements of personal finance. EBSCO LearningExpress As part of the High School Library PrepSTEP® collection of resources, the High School Success Skills<http://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=PS…> section on Life Skills offers self-guided tutorials on The Basics of Credit, The Basics of Debt, and How to Manage Your Money. Through these lessons, students learn the differences between secured and unsecured credit, elements of loans, financial balance, and financial planning for now and into the future. Each part of these tutorials offers quizzes so students can test their knowledge and understanding as they go. eBook Collections If you’re seeking a study guide on personal finance, look no further than Personal Finance: A QuickStudy Digital Reference Guide<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=48c26d94-1b90-3a3d-afc8-1…> from the eBook Business Collection<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…>. This 6-page guide delivers information on saving, raising your credit score, budgeting, selecting insurance coverage, tackling high-interest debt, protecting credit identity, and several other areas of financial importance. From the eBook High School Collection<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…>, the titles Managing Money<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=1302df4d-4cdc-3848-b5cd-3…> and Making Smart Money Choices<https://research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=356ff630-6fb7-3fff-8368-8…> highlight developing thrifty habits, checking accounts and paying bills, handling unexpected expenses, and smart places to get and keep money. Read It! For the most basic information available on personal finance, access the Life Skills then Money section of Read It!<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> This resource will help students understand 401K and profit sharing plans, credit reports, recognizing deceptive advertising, taxes, financial aid, and even exchanging currency. For most articles, comprehension quizzes are also available. While there is no specific book assigned to use in teaching students personal finance, the information available in MeL is a great way to support the Personal Finance Content Expectations outlined in Appendix A of MDE’s course requirements. If you have any MeL eResources questions or issues, contact melerhelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:melerhelp@mcls.org> for help. Brought to you by Ann Kaskinen from the MeL Team. Supporting Michigan Libraries by Putting You First. Want more information on MeL?  Stay tuned for the next MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, visit http://mel.org<http://mel.org/>, or sign up for the MeL Minute and other Library of Michigan e-mail lists via GovDelivery<https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/subscriber/new>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. MeL eResources are available to Michigan residents or for Michigan library or school access only. The MeL project is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. Ann Kaskinen MeL Engagement Specialist, K-12 Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-325-5333 kaskinena(a)mcls.org<mailto:kaskinena@mcls.org> [cid:image003.png@01DB206A.893ED460] mcls.org<https://www.mcls.org/> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | X<https://twitter.com/mclsorg> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/midwest-collaborative-for-library-services>

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GONE Free Youth & Adult Japanese Books
by Shannon O'Leary 16 Oct '24

16 Oct '24

I will be back! (LOL) Thanks All!!! Shannon *My work day may differ from yours. Please do not feel obligated to respond outside of your regular working hours.*

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FREE Adult & Youth Japanese Books
by Shannon O'Leary 16 Oct '24

16 Oct '24

First come first serve. Fiction, nonfiction, picture books and a handful or chapter books. *MUST include Rides or Delivery code and ATTN (ie to whom am I sending this box)*. Thanks so much! *My work day may differ from yours. Please do not feel obligated to respond outside of your regular working hours.*

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MGC Fall Family History Event, Saturday, November 16
by Rzepczynski, Kris (DTMB) 16 Oct '24

16 Oct '24

Perhaps of interest for you, your colleagues, or your patrons. Featuring Angie Bush, the Michigan Genealogical Council Fall Family History Event will be held as a hybrid event on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Brought to you by the Michigan Genealogical Council, the Archives of Michigan, and the Library of Michigan, the event's information, program schedule, and registration page can all be found here: https://mimgc.org/event/2024-mgc-fall-family-history-event-with-angie-bush-…. Participants can attend sessions either online or onsite; Angie's sessions will be onsite here in Lansing and through Zoom to the virtual attendees. With a terrific lineup of programs and speakers, we are looking forward to a great event. Please feel free to email me off-list with any questions about the Event. Thank you. Kris Rzepczynski Senior Archivist Archives of Michigan 517.930.4140 rzepczynskik(a)michigan.gov<mailto:rzepczynskik@michigan.gov>

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True Crime/mystery authors
by Jean Fellows 15 Oct '24

15 Oct '24

We recently hosted a "Showcase" of Michigan authors specializing in True Crime & Mystery, all of whom were interested in sharing their contact info with other libraries who might want to contact them. All were interesting and each gave a great presentation. Most have facebook sites as well as a few with actual websites. 1. Michael Delaware: DelawareM(a)gmail.com 2. Rod Sadler: rodsadlerauthor(a)gmail.com 3. RJ Erskine: strayvoltagepress(a)gmail.com 4. Lucy Kubash: lucynaylorkubash(a)gmail.com. lucykubash(a)yahoo.com 5. Janyre Tromp: www.JanyreTromp.com / www.editinginsiders.com <http://www.JanyreTromp.com%20/%20www.editinginsiders.com> 6. Allie Seibert: alliemseibert(a)gmail.com 7. John K. Addis: john(a)aenow.com 8. Joe Koenig:Joe.Koenig@kmiinvestigations.com 9. Tom Carr: thomasrobertcarr(a)gmail.com -- Jean Fellows Programming Coordinator Grand Ledge Area District Library 131 E. Jefferson St., Grand Ledge, MI 48837 517-627-7014 *The Grand Ledge Area District Library is situated on ancestral, traditional and contemporary lands of the Anishinaabeg – Three Fires Confederacy of Ojibwe, Odawa and Potawatomi peoples-- land ceded in the 1819 Treaty of Saginaw.*

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Part-Time Librarian Job Posting
by Amisha Harijan 14 Oct '24

14 Oct '24

Hi All! The Leanna Hicks Public Library has an opportunity for a Part-time Librarian looking for a library home. Please spread the word. In Joy🌞 *Amisha Harijan* Director Leanna Hicks Public Library of Inkster 2500 Hamlin Drive Inkster, Michigan 48141 amisha(a)inksterlibrary.org (313) 563-2822

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