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Job posting: Head of Collections Services and Strategies, Butler University
by Cara Cadena 06 Mar '26

06 Mar '26

Butler University is searching for a Head of Collections Services and Strategies. Learn more here: https://fa-exer-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperienc… Cara Cadena Associate Dean for Collections and Digital Strategy Grand Valley State University Libraries Pronouns: she/her/hers 616-331-7337 cadenac(a)gvsu.edu <mailto:cadenac@gvsu.edu>

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Email lists
by JC Wheeler Public Library 06 Mar '26

06 Mar '26

Hi all, I am wondering if you would be able to share what you use to send emails out to patrons. For example sending monthly/quarterly newsletters or library updates. Do you use Mailchimp or Constant Contact? Abbie LaFountaine JC Wheeler Library PO Box 226 1576 S. Main Martin, MI 49070 269-672-7875 “This week I've been reading a lot and doing little work. That's the way things ought to be. That's surely the road to success.” ― Anne Frank, The Diary of a Young Girl<https://www.goodreads.com/work/quotes/3532896>

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Accessibility Services Roundtable meeting April 7
by Jen Taggart 06 Mar '26

06 Mar '26

Hello, We are excited to partner with the Library of Michigan for our next Accessibility Services Roundtable meeting on Tuesday, April 7. Here are the details and registration links: Accessibility Services Roundtable Meeting Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 Time: 10 am - 12:30 pm, ET Location: Library of Michigan (Lake Michigan Room, 4th floor) ? 10 am - 10:45 am - Roundtable meeting ? 11 am - 12:30 pm - "Affirming Supports for Autistic People" workshop presented by the Disability Network of Southwest Michigan Registration for meeting: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even… Registration for workshop presented by Disability Network of Southwest Michigan: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even… Jen Taggart (she/her), MLIS Department Head, Youth Services Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Road Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 T 248-642-5800 x137 www.btpl.org<http://www.btpl.org>

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Coming up at United: Fundraising for Library and Community Programs + More
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 06 Mar '26

06 Mar '26

Hello! Please see below for upcoming programs sponsored by United for Libraries. United for Libraries is a division of the American Library Association that focuses on Library Trustees, Friends Groups, and Foundations. The Library of Michigan provides a Statewide Membership to United for Libraries through funds from the Institute for Museums and Library Services (IMLS) and the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) To create a login for United for Libraries: Go to (https://www.ala.org/united/stateaccess) Click on "Michigan" Click on "Register" The system will walk you through creating an ALA login which you will then use to access United for Libraries Once you have a login, you can click on the links below to register for the desired program And You can log into United for Libraries ( https://www.ala.org/united/stateaccess ) and choose "Access" to take advantage of all of the useful resources United for Libraries offers! Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. "the State may not, consistently with the spirit of the First Amendment, contract the spectrum of available knowledge." Griswold v. Connecticut, 381 U.S. 479, 482 (1965). [Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan] <https://www.michigan.gov/mde/resources/michigans-top-10-strategic-education…> [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/>. If you are having trouble viewing this mailing, please click here<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMjI3OTk2NSZwPT…> for our online version. [Header graphic promoting March Learning Live: Fundraising for Library and Community Programs on March 10.]<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMjI3OTk2NSZwPT…> March Learning Live: Fundraising for Library and Community Programs Tues., March 10 at 2pm ET Join us for a fireside chat as we discuss how the uncertainties in government funding, along with an increased volume in applications as a result of AI, are having a cascading effect on libraries and grants across the country. We will look at the current state of grantmaking and strategies you can use to be more competitive in the grant seeking process. 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Friends groups make a lasting difference for their libraries. Learn how to ensure your library Friends have a bright future and strategic direction. The program<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMjI3OTk2NSZwPT…> will include panel presentations, activities, and idea sharing. Agenda/Topics * Part 1 - Cultivating a Vibrant Friends Group: Practical Strategies for Recruiting, Retaining, and Engaging Members * Part 2 - Friends and Foundations Working Together (panel discussion) Registration is free for statewide<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMjI3OTk2NSZwPT…> partners in MA, MD, MI, MN, ND, NE, OR, SC, and VA, and deeply discounted for United for Libraries personal members (individual<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMjI3OTk2NSZwPT…> and group<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMjI3OTk2NSZwPT…> viewing registrations are available). 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Mini Projectors
by Tracy Logan 06 Mar '26

06 Mar '26

Hello! Do any of you own or circulate blue-tooth enabled mini projectors with speakers? I have read a lot of reviews online and am overwhelmed. What kind do you have and how is their performance? Thank you! -Tracy Tracy Logan Library Director Cadillac Wexford Public Library 411 South Lake Street Cadillac, MI 49601 231-775-6541 [cid:b7fc136e-dac0-4f30-a81a-2d6e33abf496]

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Longer Michlib Emails Clipped?
by Tahquamenon Library Director 06 Mar '26

06 Mar '26

Hello Everyone, Does anyone else experience an issue with not being able to see the entirety of the longer Michlib threads? For example, Vol. 137, Iss. 3 cuts off for me after the *Grow with InfoPeople's. . .* item. I can open the "[Message clipped] View entire message" link at the very bottom, but all that does is open the email thread in a new browser tab, where the thread terminates at the same point. I am using Firefox as my browser. If anyone has any suggestions, I would really appreciate it. Thank you, Ross Wine

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Verification for E-cards
by Isabella Rowan 05 Mar '26

05 Mar '26

Hello Libraryland, If you allow users to apply for and receive a digital library card (E-card) online, what software or resource do you use to verify their address and phone number, etc.? Also, what information do you collect for application purposes? For the digital library card (E-card), I am thinking of a card number that allows users to have access to online digital resources only, not physical items. The idea is that they never have to come to the library in person to utilize some of our resources. Thank you for your help, Isabella Rowan, MLIS Library Director Phone: 517-223-9089, Ext. 111 130 S. Grand Ave. Fowlerville, MI 48836 https://www.fowlervillelibrary.net/ [cid:74b28506-9c64-4eea-bcf8-f4279fdf76e2] This message is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed, and may contain information that is privileged, confidential, and/or exempt from disclosure under applicable laws. If the reader of the message is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by telephone and/or reply to this e-mail message. Thank you.

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Teen Advisory Boards? Any Advice?
by Eric Hansen 05 Mar '26

05 Mar '26

Hi All, We would like to assemble a Teen Advisory Board to create some programs at the library. My Youth Services Librarian is doing a great job starting this initiative. However, we wonder if any of you have documents on putting this together, especially regarding Volunteer time from local teens. We want to give them credit where credit is due, and be sure we administer volunteers correctly. If you have documents or advice then please send them to us. I will compile them for anyone requesting a copy. Thanks, -- Eric Hansen Director Vicksburg District Library (269) 649-1648 EHansen(a)VicksburgLibrary.org

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RFP
by Valerie Meyerson 05 Mar '26

05 Mar '26

Hello all - I've attached an RFP for a space utilization/master plan project. If you know a firm that may be interested, please share. Thank you - Valerie Meyerson (she/her) Library Director, Petoskey District Library 231.758.3120 [cid:image001.png@01DCACA4.04511930]

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Donating PTO
by Isabella Rowan 05 Mar '26

05 Mar '26

Hello all, Do you allow employees to donate unused PTO to another employee? If so, how does it work? What are the requirements? Limits? etc. Thank you, Isabella Rowan, MLIS Library Director Phone: 517-223-9089, Ext. 111 130 S. Grand Ave. Fowlerville, MI 48836 https://www.fowlervillelibrary.net/ [cid:bf4aa8ab-e263-4178-aa8e-ef61909d92fe] This message is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed, and may contain information that is privileged, confidential, and/or exempt from disclosure under applicable laws. If the reader of the message is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by telephone and/or reply to this e-mail message. Thank you.

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