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Job Posting: Great Lakes Talking Books Reader Advisor and Recording Director
by Dillon Geshel 31 Jul '24

31 Jul '24

Good Morning! The Superiorland Library Cooperative (Marquette, MI) is now accepting applications for the position of Great Lakes Talking Books (GLTB) Reader Advisor and Recording Director. Position Summary: Serve as reader advisor and outreach coordinator for GLTB, a free service of the National Library for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS) available to residents of all ages who are blind or have a visual impairment that makes them unable to comfortably read print books, have a perceptual or reading disability, or have a physical disability that makes it hard to hold or manipulate a book or to focus or move the eyes as needed to read print books. GLTB serves all counties of the Upper Peninsula as well as Alpena and Crawford counties in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. This position also administers GLTB operations of the Victoria E. Wolf recording studio<https://greatlakestalkingbooks.org/recordingbooth/> at Peter White Public Library. Please find the full job posting and application information on our website, here: https://superiorlandlibrary.org/job-posting-great-lakes-talking-books-reade… The application period will remain open until filled, with priority given to applications submitted by 5:00PM Eastern Time on Wednesday, August 14. Thank you! Dillon -- Dillon Geshel, Director Superiorland Library Cooperative 1615 Presque Isle, Marquette MI (906) 228 7697 Ext.1 Visit our website at www.superiorlandlibrary.org<http://www.superiorlandlibrary.org/> [cid:5ce2e6ed-ba0c-4037-87e6-e7d2833acb5b]

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Gone Month stickers All Gone
by Cristi Harnish 30 Jul '24

30 Jul '24

All of the stickers have been spoken for. Thank you for your time, *Cristi Harnish* *Cataloging and MeL Coordinator * *Allegan District Library* *charnish(a)alleganlibrary.org* <charnish(a)alleganlibrary.org> *269-673-4625* Hello all, We have 20 boxes of month stickers for spine labels. If you are interested please let me know. Send me your Rides zv code and I will get them sent out to you. Here is what we have. 1 - Red - March 1 - Green - May 1 - Green - June 6 - Blue - July 1 - Yellow - August 1 - Pink - August 2 - Orange - September 2 - Yellow - October 1 - Orange - November 2 - Pink - November 2 - Red - December *Cristi Harnish* *Cataloging and MeL Coordinator * *Allegan District Library* *charnish(a)alleganlibrary.org* <charnish(a)alleganlibrary.org> *269-673-4625*

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Month stickers up for grabs
by Cristi Harnish 30 Jul '24

30 Jul '24

Hello all, We have 20 boxes of month stickers for spine labels. If you are interested please let me know. Send me your Rides zv code and I will get them sent out to you. Here is what we have. 1 - Red - March 1 - Green - May 1 - Green - June 6 - Blue - July 1 - Yellow - August 1 - Pink - August 2 - Orange - September 2 - Yellow - October 1 - Orange - November 2 - Pink - November 2 - Red - December Thank you for your time, *Cristi Harnish* *Cataloging and MeL Coordinator * *Allegan District Library* *charnish(a)alleganlibrary.org* <charnish(a)alleganlibrary.org> *269-673-4625*

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cslp reading tracker with stickers
by Laura Hauch 30 Jul '24

30 Jul '24

Hello all, We're wrapping up our Summer Reading Program this week and have one unopened package each of reading trackers and stickers, and a handful of extra of both left over. Could anyone use them? I can send them out through RIDES. *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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Register Now for Supervisor Series Workshops from MCLS
by Jenny Kobiela-Mondor 30 Jul '24

30 Jul '24

Join the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services this fall for our popular Supervisor Series workshops! These engaging, interactive virtual workshops include individual and group activities, discussion, and hands-on practice on a variety of topics and skills important for today’s library leaders to learn. Motivating Employees to Be Their Best: Thursday, August 22, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern (9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central). This course is designed to share how to tailor your leadership and communication style to better suit the needs of your employees. As a result, you will be able to create a shared vision for your organization, build group identity, create a culture of ownership, and establish a more collaborative, inspiring work environment. Register at https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6647a7500178338225eee7ce. Learning to Manage for New Managers: Wednesday, September 18, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern (9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central). This workshop is designed to help minimize the stress and walk you through the process of management by targeting five specific areas. You’ll learn to successfully handle staff, projects, performance, conflict, and even yourself as you evaluate and continuously improve your effectiveness as a manager. Register at https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6647bc370178338225f125ab. Effective Communication Strategies for Managers: Wednesday, October 23, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern (9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central). This workshop will teach you how to be relatable, respectable, dependable, and communicative. As a result, you will be able to have a clear direction, meet your employees’ needs, handle difficult conversations with ease, and boost your assertiveness as a boss. Register at https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/664b91b7f02febfcf6cc6d7d. All Supervisor Series workshops are held on Zoom and facilitated by MCLS Library Strategist Jenny Kobiela-Mondor. Workshops are eligible for 4 SCECHs for school library staff. For more information or to see all of MCLS’s workshop offerings, visit https://store.mcls.org. Jenny Kobiela-Mondor (she/her) Library Strategist Engagement, Consulting, and Training Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 517-481-2013 kobielamondorj(a)mcls.org<mailto:kobielamondorj@mcls.org> [cid:3ccf60b1-8a2b-4141-9792-9c43ce66412d] 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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Looking for chair recommendations
by Laura Fromwiller 30 Jul '24

30 Jul '24

Good Afternoon, We are currently looking to replace our Community Room chairs. Has anyone purchased chairs recently that they would recommend? Have you bought chairs we should stay away from? We are also interested in any critique on the carts or dollies that came with the chairs. Thank you, Laura Laura Fromwiller, Director Brandon Township Public Library (248) 627-1474

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Samples of requests for proposal of moving/storage
by Jacalynn Harvey (Roseville Public Library) 30 Jul '24

30 Jul '24

Good morning, I am interested in seeing requests for proposal for moving/storage of library materials. Have you written one that you are willing to share? Best, Jackie Jackie Harvey Director Roseville Public Library 29777 Gratiot Avenue Roseville, MI 48066 586-447-4550 586-445-5407 Library Information/Menu 586-445-5499 Fax [1506967672552_PastedImage] www.rosevillelibrary.org

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Job posting - Neef Law Library, Wayne State University
by Monique Oldfield 30 Jul '24

30 Jul '24

The Neef Law Library at Wayne State University in Detroit, MI is hiring! Please view the job description here: https://waynetalent.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/2/home/requisition/2109?c=wa… Monique Oldfield, MSW, MLIS Librarian IV Purdy/Kresge Library Wayne State University Detroit, MI 48202 313-577-5037 Subject Librarian for Social Work, Sociology, Anthropology, Criminal Justice, Foundation Center.

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FW: FREE registration in Michigan for United for Libraries Virtual: Trustees – Friends - Foundations
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 30 Jul '24

30 Jul '24

Hello Michigan Library Directors and Trustees: Every Summer, United for Libraries (The ALA division focused on Trustees, Friends Groups and Foundations) holds a VIRTUAL CONFERENCE. The Library of Michigan, through IMLS funding, has paid for Michigan Trustees and Library Directors to attend the virtual conference if they are interested. Registration is here: Statewide FREE Registration for 2024 United for Libraries Virtual<https://airtable.com/app8UwsWKzItvRk1S/pagDvJhM5bdB0zJrP/form> and full details below. This event is attended by trustees and library leaders from across the country and has included interesting and useful programing by experts in their fields. If you register, you can attend all or some of the sessions and activities. See the information below for further details. Library Directors, if you would please pass this information to your library boards, I would be grateful! This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. Enjoy! Sincerely, Clare 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). 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! www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup> [cid:image001.png@01DADEAF.6667E960] If you are having trouble viewing this mailing, please click here<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTU5OTc5MyZwPT…> for our online version. [facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/unitedforlibraries> [twitter]<https://x.com/ala_united> [https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/americanlibraryassociation/d…]<http://www.ala.org/united/virtual> * The fifth annual United for Libraries Virtual: Trustees - Friends - Foundations<http://www.ala.org/united/virtual> for library Trustees/board members, Friends, Foundations, fundraisers, and those who work with them, will be held July 30-Aug. 1, featuring 13 educational sessions, keynote with author Eric Klinenberg (Palaces for the People<https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/557044/palaces-for-the-people-by-e…>), and the Virtual Gala Author Tea. Free registration for those in Michigan! Register <https://airtable.com/app8UwsWKzItvRk1S/pagDvJhM5bdB0zJrP/form> . [https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/americanlibraryassociation/d…] July 30: Trustees/Boards * Securing Tomorrow: Effective Succession Strategies for Library Boards * Rising to the Challenge: The Trustee's Role in the "Culture Wars" * Valuing Your Library: Beyond Cost-Benefit Analysis * Preparing for Troubling Times: Tips for Trustees * Advocacy: The Importance of Leveraging Your Community July 31: Foundations & Fundraising * Enhancing the Story: Developing a Smaller-Scale Capital Projects Fundraising Campaign * Marketing is the Future: How to Build a more Sustainable Library Foundation Model by Integrating Marketing in the Organizational Culture, Strategy, and Practice * Fundraising Tips and Tricks: Some Novel Ideas * Donor Engagement: Acquiring and Inspiring Committed and Faithful Supporters Aug. 1: Friends of the Library * Libraries are Better with Friends: How to Foster a Strong Group of Advocates * Smooth Sailing With Library Trustees and Staff * Championing Library Freedom: How Friends Groups Can Fight Back When Our Library is Under Attack * An Extravaganza of Literary Events for Your Library Full session descriptions and speaker information<http://www.ala.org/united/virtual> Eric Klinenberg, author of Palaces for the People, will deliver a keynote Tues., July 30, 6 p.m. Eastern. Register for the keynote only<https://ala-events.zoom.us/webinar/register/5917218339250/WN_-CezqtFwS8yoEF…> The Virtual Gala Author Tea sponsored by Baker & Taylor on Wed., July 31, 4:30 p.m. Eastern, will feature Anna Rasche, Alice Austin, Marcie R. Rendon, and Edward Underhill. Moderated by Donna Seaman, Booklist Editor of Adult Books. Register for the Virtual Gala Author Tea only<https://ala-events.zoom.us/webinar/register/7817218339509/WN_XzAJyDFzQK2aeD…> * Free registration for those in Michigan! * Attend one, two, or all three days! * Access all recordings following the event. Register <https://airtable.com/app8UwsWKzItvRk1S/pagDvJhM5bdB0zJrP/form> [https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/americanlibraryassociation/d…]<https://penguinrandomhouselibrary.com/> LEAD SPONSOR OF UNITED VIRTUAL 2024 The mission of the Penguin Random House Library Marketing Department<https://penguinrandomhouselibrary.com/> is to put great books and audiobooks into the hands of librarians before they are published, as well as to provide resources to assist with Readers’ Advisory, Event Programming, and Book Club planning. Learn more <https://penguinrandomhouselibrary.com/> [https://ala.informz.net/ala/data/images/UFL/ufl-newsletter-template/190403-…]<http://www.ala.org/united>

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Part-time HR
by mcdowell＠libcoop.net 29 Jul '24

29 Jul '24

Do any libraries use a part-time HR person? If so, how is that working for you? Also, does anybody use an online HR program instead of an in-house or local government option? Thank you! Lorena McDowell Director Fraser Public Library ---

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