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FCL Nonprofit Fundraising Series Invitation
by Sherri Vaughn 27 Aug '24

27 Aug '24

The Virtual Nonprofit Fundraising Series, sponsored by the Farmington Community Library, is scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2-3:30 p.m., September 12-26. Learn whether starting a nonprofit is right for you, how to plan and manage your nonprofit with Gale Business Plan Builder, and gain valuable tips on finding funders, writing grants, and preparing proposal budgets. Registration is required; visit farmlib.org/events. [cid:3ad80e37-eb13-4c0c-8b7d-f9af2762a7d6] Sherri Vaughn Business & Nonprofit Development Director Email: sherri.vaughn(a)farmlib.org Tel: (248) 553-6873 Web: www.farmlib.org Farmington Community Library | One Library, Two Locations [Farmington Community Library's logo. The logomark is three location icons formatted as an open book. The type reads "FCL" in a typewriter font next to the logomark.]FCL Farmington Hills | 32737 W. 12 Mile Rd.<https://www.google.com/maps/place/Farmington+Community+Library/@42.4979744,…> FCL Farmington | 23500 Liberty St.<https://www.google.com/maps/place/Farmington+Community+Library/@42.4643366,…>

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Michigan Poet Laureate to Visit Alpena
by Jessica Luther 27 Aug '24

27 Aug '24

*Poetry Reading and Q&A with Nandi Comer* *Sunday, September 15, 2024, 11 am-12:30 pm* *Alpena Community CollegeGranum Theatre665 Johnson Street Alpena, MI 49707* The Poetics Lab and the Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library are thrilled to welcome Michigan Poet Laureate Nandi Comer to Alpena! This special event will feature Nandi reading from a selection of her works followed by a Q&A. This is the first time a Michigan Poet Laureate has visited Alpena making this an opportunity not to be missed! Can't attend in person? Virtual tickets are available! Space is limited, so registration is required. https://bit.ly/4fDkiub For an added experience, join the Poetics Lab and the Susan Lane Foundation for an open mic night with Nandi Comer at PIF Cider on Saturday, September 14th from 7-9 pm. About Nandi Comer: Nandi Comer is the Poet Laureate of Michigan. She was raised in Detroit, Michigan. She received a B.A. in English and in Spanish with an emphasis on Latin American Culture from the University of Michigan. She has received fellowships from Cave Canem, Virginia Center for the Creative Arts, Vermont Studio Center, Callaloo, and a translation fellowship by US Poets in Mexico. Her poems and essays have appeared or are forthcoming in Callaloo, Crab Orchard Review, The Journal of Pan African Studies, Sycamore Review, and Third Coast. She is the author of American Family: Syndrome (Finishing Line Press) and Tapping Out (Northwestern University Press), which was awarded the 2020 Society of Midland Authors Award and the 2020 Julie Suk Award. Her writing received the Vera Myer Strube Award in poetry and she is the winner of Crab Orchard Review’s 2014 Richard Peterson Poetry Prize. In 2016 she completed an M.A. in African American Literature from the Department of African American and African Diaspora Studies and an M.F.A. in Poetry from the English Department at Indiana University. She is a 2019 Kresge Literary Arts Fellow. Over the years, Nandi has been dedicated to youth development by serving as a writer-in-residence in Detroit Public Schools and community centers. She has also worked in collaboration with organizations including YArts and InsideOut Literary Arts Projects. She served as a curriculum developer and youth curriculum consultant for various arts organizations and in 2018 she received William Wiggins Award for Outstanding Teaching at Indiana University. In 2013 Comer debuted, “Pedestrians,” a choreo-poem created in collaboration with Indiana University’s African American dance company. She was awarded the 2014 Pioneer Award by the Department of African American and African Diaspora Studies in recognition of her commitment to scholarship and production of the arts that explore African American traditions. Her most recent poetry and performance project, Techno Poetics, was an interdisciplinary performance program that used poetry to tell the story of the origins of Techno and contemporary Detroit music. Informed by her experiences growing up in Detroit, Comer writes and performs literary pieces that incorporate the history of the city while also examining race, gender, sexuality, and class. She is currently the co-director of Detroit Lit, a program dedicated to providing reading and professional development opportunities to narrative makers of color in Detroit. She is a community leader, an educator, an activist, and a very passionate writer dedicated to supporting contemporary voices. *Jessica Luther (she/her) * Assistant Director *Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library* 211 N. First Ave. Alpena, MI 49707 jluther(a)alpenalibrary.org 989.419.4236 Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/627527?utm_mediu…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/627527?utm_mediu…> [image: Goodreads Logo] <https://www.goodreads.com/?utm_medium=gr_logo&utm_source=email_signature>Get your own email signature <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_instructions?utm_medium=gyo_…>

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Free PCI Webinars - March 2024
by Wartella, Becky (MDE) 26 Aug '24

26 Aug '24

Greetings! Are you looking for free, high-quality continuing education on a wide range of professional topics? Check out the People Connect Institute (PCI) webinars now available to the Michigan library community. The Library of Michigan provides access to the PCI live webinars for all Michigan library staff. PCI Webinars uses the Zoom platform. * Providing Accommodations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons in Your Library<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> March 6 at 2pm EST * An Introduction to Passive Readers' Advisory<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> March 13 at 2pm EST * Circulation Desk Spanish<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> March 20 at 2pm EST * Happiness at Work<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> March 27 at 2pm EST Are you or your staff looking to develop your skills with professional development opportunities either in or out of state? The Library Continuing Education Stipend program<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/scholarships/librar…> can support travel and registration costs by providing financial support for library staff continuing education. To find the full array of training and continuing education opportunities supported and offered by the Library of Michigan visit the Continuing Education site at Michigan.gov/LibraryCE<http://www.michigan.gov/LIBRARYCE> Links to WebJunction, United for Libraries, the LM CE calendar<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/intro/lm-continuing…>, and the Niche Staff Skills Academy<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills> can all be found there. Questions about LM Training? Contact me at Wartellab(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:Wartellab@Michigan.gov>. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Library of Michigan. Thank you, Becky Wartella Department of Education Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909

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Library of Michigan Yearbook Collection Campaign
by Oster, Adam (MDE) 26 Aug '24

26 Aug '24

For several years, the Library of Michigan has actively collected yearbooks from Michigan high schools, colleges/universities, and other post-secondary institutions (e.g., nursing schools, business schools, vocational/technical schools). With the start of the school year, we are expanding the campaign through our social media and other communications tools. There will be several future social media posts related to the campaign that we are encouraging libraries and historical groups to share on their accounts. Additionally, you can find downloadable/printable posters about the yearbook collection project on our Make A Gift page<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/about/make-a-gift> that we hope everyone will consider placing in your local history spaces or public posting areas: www.Michigan.gov/LibraryGift<http://www.michigan.gov/LibraryGift>. Questions about the project or potential yearbook donors should be directed to Librarian(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:Librarian@Michigan.gov> or 517-335-1477. Related to the Yearbook collection project, we've also added a Yearbook section to our website: https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/public/michigan/yearbooks. A key component of the page is a directory of sites from libraries and organizations throughout the state that have digitized yearbook collections. The directory is still in the early stages so if you know of a yearbook digitization project that hasn't been included yet, please send the link to me at OsterA(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:OsterA@Michigan.gov> so I can add it to the listing. Thanks! Adam Adam Oster, Community Engagement Librarian Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 702 W. Kalamazoo PO Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909 ostera(a)michigan.gov<mailto:ostera@michigan.gov> | 517-335-1469 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/>

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Open Position - Senior Librarian - Adult and Maker Space Focus - Shawnee Branch, Allen County Public Library, Fort Wayne, IN
by Danielle Gleason 26 Aug '24

26 Aug '24

Senior Librarian - Adult & Maker Space Focus - SHAWNEE BRANCH Are you a passionate librarian with a knack for fostering creativity and innovation? Our Shawnee Branch is seeking a dynamic Senior Librarian to spearhead our Adult and Maker Space programs. In this role, you'll blend your love for literature with cutting-edge technology, guiding patrons through the wonders of 3D printing, digital scanning, and advanced software like Adobe Creative Suite and Google SketchUp. You'll also inspire the community with hands-on STEM and STEAM experiences. If you're ready to champion both traditional library services and groundbreaking technological exploration, join us in making our branch a hub of learning and creativity! The Shawnee Branch is a charming library branch tucked away in a vibrant neighborhood, perfectly positioned among several schools. This branch is a lively community hub, with a rich blend of cultures, including a significant number of Hispanic families. The staff here are known for their warmth and approachability, always ready to offer a helping hand or a friendly smile. We take pride in fostering a love for learning and a sense of belonging in the heart of the community. Click here for full job description<https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:4bef80be-2a24-38…> This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position, and will be required to work a mix of day, evening, and weekend hours. As you can see in our Diversity Statement below, ACPL is committed to nurturing an inclusive working environment that reflects the diversity of Allen County. As such, we encourage Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) to apply, in addition to members from other marginalized groups. Requirements * Master's Degree in Library Science * One (1) year of library operations experience; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience * State of Indiana Public Librarian Certification obtained within first year. * Valid Driver's License Compensation & Benefits * Compensation is expected to be $46K - $55K per year and up based on previous related and comparable experience * Comprehensive benefits package - including medical, dental, vision, life & long-term disability insurance from your first day of work * Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account * Two (2) weeks of paid cumulative sick leave * Four (4) weeks vacation * Paid Holidays * Library-paid retirement fund (PERF) * Deferred compensation plan option (457b) * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Variety of voluntary insurance plans * Wellness bonus opportunity (up to $510/year!) * Gym membership reimbursement (up to $520/year!) * Relocation allowance $46,000 - $55,000 a year Click Here to Apply!<https://jobs.lever.co/acpl/0eb92110-d120-4305-ac44-684a92c280ff/apply>

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Coopersville Library Job Opening
by OC Elyshia Hoekstra 26 Aug '24

26 Aug '24

Coopersville Area District Library is hiring for a part-time Assistant Librarian (15-20 hours per week) to work at our front desk. Details can be found on our Indeed posting at https://www.indeed.com/job/library-assistant-347c6ae4a7a2d0c7. The position will stay open until September 8, 2024 at 11:59PM or until the ideal candidate is found. Please apply via Indeed or by sending a cover letter, resume, and three references to director(a)coopersvillelibrary.org. Thank you, Elyshia Hoekstra, Director Coopersville Area District Library 333 Ottawa St Coopersville, MI 49404 616-837-6809 director(a)coopersvillelibrary.org

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Open Position - Senior Librarian - Adult and Maker Space Focus, Allen County Public Library Pontiac Branch, Fort Wayne, IN
by Danielle Gleason 26 Aug '24

26 Aug '24

Senior Librarian - Adult & Maker Space Focus, Pontiac Branch Are you a passionate librarian with a knack for fostering creativity and innovation? Our Pontiac Branch is seeking a dynamic Senior Librarian to spearhead our Adult and Maker Space programs. In this role, you'll blend your love for literature with cutting-edge technology, guiding patrons through the wonders of 3D printing, digital scanning, and advanced software like Adobe Creative Suite and Google SketchUp. You'll also inspire the community with hands-on STEM and STEAM experiences. If you're ready to champion both traditional library services and groundbreaking technological exploration, join us in making our branch a hub of learning and creativity! The Pontiac branch is always on the cutting edge, continuously exploring new ways to serve our diverse community. We proudly sit at the heart of the inner city, catering to a diverse mix of both low-income and middle-class patrons. Our dedicated and approachable team is committed to providing exceptional support to everyone who walks through our doors. Click here for full job description<https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:4bef80be-2a24-38…> This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position, and will be required to work a mix of day, evening, and weekend hours. As you can see in our Diversity Statement below, ACPL is committed to nurturing an inclusive working environment that reflects the diversity of Allen County. As such, we encourage Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) to apply, in addition to members from other marginalized groups. Requirements * Master's Degree in Library Science * One (1) year of library operations experience; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience * State of Indiana Public Librarian Certification obtained within first year. * Valid Driver's License Compensation & Benefits * Compensation is expected to be $46K - $55K per year and up based on previous related and comparable experience * Comprehensive benefits package - including medical, dental, vision, life & long-term disability insurance from your first day of work * Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account * Two (2) weeks of paid cumulative sick leave * Four (4) weeks vacation * Paid Holidays * Library-paid retirement fund (PERF) * Deferred compensation plan option (457b) * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Variety of voluntary insurance plans * Wellness bonus opportunity (up to $510/year!) * Gym membership reimbursement (up to $520/year!) * Relocation allowance $46,000 - $55,000 a year Click Here to Apply!<https://jobs.lever.co/acpl/62acfb75-f17e-4fa4-8be0-fbd2324f772d/apply>

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Lead the Way Call for Proposals - Due Sept 2
by UW iSchool CE 26 Aug '24

26 Aug '24

Lead the Way: Libraries at the Heart of Community Engagement Conference April 21-22, 2025 | Madison, WI Conference website: go.wisc.edu/7g5grl<https://go.wisc.edu/7g5grl> Call for proposals due September 2nd! The Lead the Way Conference will once again be in Madison, WI on April 21-22, 2025. Don't miss out! You have just one week left to submit your innovative ideas and be a part of the conference. Topics may include, but are not limited to: * Community engagement for beginners * Services focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion * Culturally relevant programing * Making community connections & partnerships * Leveraging technology to enhance engagement * Service and programming re-boots * Data informed decision making Every selected session will receive one complimentary conference registration. Submit your idea today: go.wisc.edu/xvj5y6<https://go.wisc.edu/xvj5y6> -- Questions? Email ce-info(a)ischool.wisc.edu

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 26 Aug '24

26 Aug '24

Resources Family Matters Resources from MDE/OSE The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Office of Special Education (OSE) requests your help sharing Family Matters resources<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/special-education/parent-resources/fa…> that provide parents and families with information about Michigan's special education system. The resources are on the Family Matters webpage, which offers multiple Family Matters fact sheets. The fact sheets are easy to read, give links to more in-depth resources intended to enhance public understanding of Michigan's special education system, and are available in English, Arabic, and Spanish. No Kid Hungry: Nutrition Programs in Libraries If you facilitate library participation in child nutrition programs, and/or simply have an interest in connecting kids and families with basic needs support through libraries, you are warmly encouraged to join the upcoming meeting of an informal network organized by No Kid Hungry<https://www.nokidhungry.org/> (NKH) that brings together librarians with NKH to discuss all topics related to libraries and child nutrition programs. If you want to receive direct announcement of these quarterly meetings, contact Chelsea MacCormack at NKH, cmaccormack(a)strength.org<mailto:cmaccormack@strength.org>, to ask to be added to the Nutrition Programs in Libraries distribution list. No Kid Hungry: Nutrition Programs in Libraries Thursday, September 12, 2:00-3:00 pm ET (1:00 CT / Noon MT / 11:00 am PT) https://strength.zoom.us/j/97476976866?from=addon Meeting ID: 974 7697 6866 Agenda: - No Kid Hungry updates - Summer 2024 recap o Guiding questions: ? How did summer programming go this year? Did you/your libraries utilize the increased rural non-congregate areas to offer non-congregate at your sites? ? How did participation numbers look this year versus the past two years? ? What did your / your libraries' programming and meal service look like this year? ? What sort of feedback did you/your libraries hear from families this year? I Love My Librarian Award | Nominate a Librarian The I Love My Librarian Award<https://ilovelibraries.org/love-my-librarian/nominate/> invites library users to recognize the accomplishments of exceptional public, school college, community college, or university librarians. Each year, up to 10 librarians are honored at a ceremony held in their honor and receive a $5,000 cash award. Since the award was established in 2008, 160 librarians have received this distinguished honor. In that time, library users nationwide have shared more than 23,000 nominations detailing how librarians have gone above and beyond in their commitment to inclusivity, literacy, and digital access. Nominations<https://ilovelibraries.org/love-my-librarian/nominate/> are due September 30! In the News... Report finds fewer kids in poverty, but also fewer in preschool and reading by 3rd grade<https://www.michiganpublic.org/education/2024-08-22/report-finds-fewer-kids…> - Michigan Radio, 8/22/24 Parents know they should read to their kids. Daily math talk is important, too<https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/64358/parents-know-they-should-read-to-their…> - PBS/NPR/KQED, 8/5/24 Thank you, Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her/Hers - See www.mypronouns.org<http://www.mypronouns.org/> to learn more. LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> Join the MiYouth<http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/miyouth> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. 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@01DAF7C1.A1646130] [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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Waterford Township Library - Full-time Teen/Adult Services Librarian
by Hansen, Jean 26 Aug '24

26 Aug '24

The Waterford Township Public Library is seeking a full-time Teen Librarian to join our team. Please see the full job description here: https://www.waterfordmi.gov/DocumentCenter/View/13259/Librarian-I---Adult-T… To apply, please fill out the township's General Employment Application Form found on this page: https://www.waterfordmi.gov/307/Job-Openings and send application, cover letter, and resume to award(a)waterfordmi.gov<mailto:award@waterfordmi.gov> (Arlene Ward) in the Fiscal and Human Resources Department. Thank you. [http://intranet/wp/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/wat-logo.jpg] Jean Hansen Head of Adult And Outreach Services Waterford Township Library 5168 Civic Center Dr Waterford MI 48329 p. 248.618.7682 jhansen(a)waterfordmi.gov<mailto:jhansen@waterfordmi.gov> http://waterford.lib.mi.us<http://waterford.lib.mi.us/> https://www.facebook.com/WaterfordLibrary

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