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Full-Time Library Aide position at Houghton Lake Public Library
by Jamie Paille 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

Are you passionate about books, community, and making a positive impact? We're on the lookout for a dynamic individual to join our team as a Library Aide! As a Library Aide, you'll be at the heart of our library, helping patrons discover new worlds through literature, providing exceptional customer service, and fostering a welcoming environment for all. If you love connecting people with the resources they need, thrive in a collaborative setting, and are excited to be a part of a vibrant community hub in Houghton Lake, we want to hear from you! Please see the job description attached below: Have a great day! ~Jamie -- Jamie L. Paille Library Director MLIS Houghton Lake Public Library 4431 W Houghton Lake Drive Houghton Lake, MI 48629 989-366-9230 jpaille(a)hlpl.org <kyoung(a)hlpl.org>

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Online Summer Courses & Self-Paced Tutorials from UW-Madison iSchool
by UW iSchool CE 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

Summer Online Courses 10% early-bird discount for registering at least two weeks early! * Basics of Archives<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/basic-of-archives/>, Jun 10 – Aug 4 * Graphic Design for Librarians<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/graphic-design/>, Jun 10 – Jul 7 * Basics of Cataloging<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/basic-of-cataloging/>, Jun 17 – Aug 11 * Solving Copyright Dilemmas for K-12 Libraries<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/solving-copyright-dilemmas-fo…>, Jun 24 – Jul 21 * Strategies For Supervising Part-Time Employees<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/part-time-staff/>, Jul 1 – Aug11 * NEW! Tackling Tough Work Conversations<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/tackling-tough-work-conversat…>, Jul 29 – Aug 25 * Roll with it…Gaming in Libraries<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/gaming-in-libraries/>, Aug 5 – Sep 1 * NEW! Library Advocacy and Storymaking: The Hero’s Journey from Community to Page<https://ischool.wisc.edu/new-library-advocacy-and-storymaking-the-heros-jou…>, Aug 5 – Sep 1 * NEW! Makerspace Magic – Plan and Design Your Library’s Makerspace<https://ischool.wisc.edu/makerspace-magic-plan-and-design-your-librarys-mak…>, Aug 5 – Sep 1 Library Space Design in the 21st Century<https://ischool.wisc.edu/library-space-design-in-the-21st-century/>, Jun 17 – Jul 28 Register by June 2 and save 10%! Library services are evolving quickly, and many times our facilities were not designed to accommodate new service types. This course will provide an overview of trends in library design, outline techniques in assessment of space needs, and present ways to reclaim and reconfigure underused space for new functions. The lasting impact of the Covid-19 pandemic will also be considered. A real-life project in the student’s library will allow the practical application of concepts learned. NEW! Library Advocacy and Storymaking: The Hero’s Journey from Community to Page<https://ischool.wisc.edu/new-library-advocacy-and-storymaking-the-heros-jou…>, Aug 5 – Sep 1 As librarians we’re steeped in story—through our patron interactions, in our communities and programs, and, of course, on our shelves. How can we use the power of story to bring out the best in our communities and our work? How can we craft library advocacy stories with the greatest transformative effect? This course explores the impact of advocacy stories in a shifting library landscape and how to implement library advocacy through strategies that both uncover and inspire community heroes. -- Community-Centered Planning: Using Data to Create an Action Plan Self-Paced Tutorial Register today: go.wisc.edu/r1s8ce<https://go.wisc.edu/r1s8ce> Whether you’re creating a new library program, revising existing services, reinventing staff organizational structure, or writing a strategic plan, you benefit from a concise data-driven plan that explains your vision. This practical series of three tutorials allows you to move at your own pace through the planning process with an emphasis on qualitative data, quantitative data, and the elements of a one-page plan. More Self-Paced Tutorials Start as soon as you register and have up to one year to complete. * Spanish for Libraries<https://ischool.wisc.edu/programs/continuing-education/tutorials/spanish-fo…> * Budgeting for Libraries<https://ischool.wisc.edu/programs/continuing-education/tutorials/tutorial-b…> * Professional certificate in Digital Asset Management<https://www.edx.org/certificates/professional-certificate/wisconsin-digital…> -- Questions? Email ce-info(a)ischool.wisc.edu

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Program Recommendation: Andrew Kercher, Huron Lightship
by David Stokes 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

Hello there, Last night our library hosted Andrew Kercher, an historian with the Port Huron Museums, for a presentation on the lightships, their role in the Great Lakes maritime history, and the history of the HURON LV-103 specifically. The Huron is a museum ship that is open to the public, and they are also a MAP participant; although admission to the Huron is currently FREE to the public. Andrew was a great and informative speaker, easy to work with, and was well-received by our patrons. He also does presentations on a variety of other topics as well, including: the automotive industry, MI shipwrecks, MI lighthouses, architect Albert Kahn, inventor Thomas Edison, etc. See his website for more info: https://kercher.info/bookings-%26-topics Thanks, David M. Stokes Adult Services Librarian Adult Services Dept. Milford Public Library 330 Family Dr. Milford, MI 48381 248-684-0845, ext. 305 dstokes(a)milfordlibrary.info *Not every book is for everyone, but every book is for someone.*

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Thursday: Pop-Up Virtual Dialogue for Middle Managers from MCLS
by Jenny Kobiela-Mondor 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

Join the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services this Thursday, April 18, from 10:30 a.m. to noon Eastern (9:30-11 a.m. Central) for a Pop-Up Virtual Dialogue about empowering people while working in a middle-management role. We invite you to talk together and share your strategies, insights, and experiences with each other, and connect with other people who can relate to you. MCLS Virtual Dialogues are not courses or webinars, but are guided conversations with each other. Please plan to have your microphone enabled and camera on to participate. Register now at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qc-ugpj8pGd2jjrj22nzo1ORkYGen7i…. If you have any questions, please reach out at engagement(a)mcls.org<mailto:engagement@mcls.org>. We look forward to connecting with you! Jenny Kobiela-Mondor (she/her) Library Strategist Engagement, Consulting, & Training Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-481-2013 kobielamondorj(a)mcls.org<mailto:kobielamondorj@mcls.org> [cid:image001.png@01DA8FE1.A60B6870] 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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UP Notable Book Club presents Jon C. Stott talking about Yooper Ale Trails 🍺 Craft Breweries and Brewpubs of the U.P.
by Victor R. Volkman 16 Apr '24

16 Apr '24

You may wish to pass this along to your patrons. Jon is an engaging speaker and author of more than a dozen books in total. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ UP Notable Book Club presents a Q&A session with Jon C. Stott about Yooper Ale Trails 🍺 Craft Breweries and Brewpubs of Michigan's Upper Peninsula *Official Seal of the U.P. Notable Books <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…> UP Notable Book Club:* The Crystal Falls Community District Library in partnership with the U.P. Publishers & Authors Association (UPPAA) has scheduled author events with winners of the /UP Notable Book List/. The 36th event is with historian and beer aficionado Jon C. Stott who will take us on a romp through eight possible unique tours of U.P. craft breweries and brewpubs. The 170 locally-brewed lagers or ales included in Yooper Ale Trails: Craft Breweries and Brewpubs of Michigan's Upper Peninsula <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…> are the perfect way to quench your thirst after visiting the many scenic wonders of the U.P. Tours are arranged geographically from the shores of Lake Huron, across the north of the peninsula close to Lake Superior and then east from the Wisconsin border to the shores of Lake Michigan. Short essays on each brewery introduce you to the brewers, the places their beers are served, and the flavors of the beers themselves. Stott includes road maps for each ale trail and photographs of each establishment, making the breweries easy to find /*When: */May 9th, 2024 at 7 pm Eastern / 6 pm Central /*Where: */on the Zoom platform -- please contact Evelyn Gathu in advance by egathu(a)crystalfallslibrary.org <mailto:egathu@crystalfallslibrary.org?subject=UPNotableBooks&body=Please-send-me-the-zoom-link>, or by phone at (906) 875-3344. We recommend you borrow a copy of these books from your local library or purchase from your local bookseller in advance to get the most out of these events. *<https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…>JON C. STOTT *(Professor Emeritus of English, University of Alberta) has spent extended summers in the Upper Peninsula for over half a century. He is the author of five beer travel guides, including the award-winning /Island Craft: Your Guide to the Breweries of Vancouver Island/, as well as two other books about Michigan’s Upper Peninsula: /Paul Bunyan in Michigan: Yooper Logging, Lore, & Legends/ and/Summers at the Lake: Upper Michigan Moments and Memories/. He spends the cold, snowy months in Albuquerque, New Mexico. His beer blog www.beerquestwest.com <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…> includes frequent updates on the breweries he has visited. Cover of Yooper Ale Trails by Jon C. Stott <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…> "Jon C. Stott has done a meticulous job of supplying the craft beer lover with everything they would want to know about U.P. craft breweries and brewpubs. As of the writing of this book, there are 29 such breweries north of the Straits. The author presents each brewery with a 2 or 3-page essay that includes a short history, a conversation with the owner, presents a feel of the bar, and describes the brewery's signature beers. Each entry includes a photograph, address, phone number, and both the website and Facebook addresses. What makes the book totally unique are the appendices. There is a list of breweries and brewpubs by location. Following that is a listing of each brewery with its production by number of barrels, its flagship beers are named, followed by a core list of all beers produced, and its distribution area. Next is a several-page essay on how beer is brewed. There is yet another appendix on a guide to beer styles and which U.P. breweries offer which styles. There is also a glossary of brewing terms and an annotated list of books about beer. It made me thirsty reading the book." -- *Tom Powers, /Michigan In Books/* More information about the U.P. Notable Book list, /U.P. Book Review, /and UPPAA can be found on www.UPNotable.com *<https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…>About the Upper Peninsula Publishers and Authors Association (UPPAA)* Established in 1998 to support authors and publishers who live in or write about Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, UPPAA is a Michigan nonprofit association with over 100 members, many of whose books are featured on the organization’s website at www.uppaa.org <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…>. UPPAA welcomes membership and participation from anyone with a UP connection who is interested in writing. # # # -- Regards, Victor R. Volkman, President L H Press Inc. www.LHPress.com

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Twp. Library Payroll Question
by Director 15 Apr '24

15 Apr '24

Good morning everyone, Over the weekend, the Township Board for our library (PA 164) requested that they start charging our library to do payroll for our employees. I understand that this is a legal request. However, this has brought up some questions and I would really appreciate the perspective of others in this kind of situation. Do you pay your Township to do your payroll as a Township library? How did you determine a reasonable amount to pay for this service? What class size is your library? Did you choose to pay the Township, switch to a separate contracted company, or hire an employee to handle your payroll? Thank you so much! As always, I am happy to compile answers and share responses if there is interest. Kelsey Rutkowski *--------------------------------------* *Library Director* *Indian River Area Library* 3546 S Straits Hwy PO Box 160 Indian River, MI 49749 (231) 238-8581 indianriverlibrary.org

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Michigan Humanities upcoming workshop
by Estee Schlenner 15 Apr '24

15 Apr '24

Good afternoon, Michigan Humanities<https://www.michiganhumanities.org/> invites you to a virtual grants and programs workshop on May 7, 10:30am-12:00pm. This workshop will give an overview of our funding opportunities, including Humanities Grants, Bridging Michigan Grants, Arts and Humanities Touring Grants, and our program opportunities, including Great Michigan Read, Poetry Out Loud, and Michigan Humanities Awards, as well as an overview of our grant portal and a walkthrough of the Humanities Grant application. We'll leave time for Q&A and make sure any questions that arise over the workshop are answered. Register for this Zoom workshop here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUuf-6urD8pHNVsmWMxrSSfMLRTrPQuXu… We hope to see you on May 7! Please reach out to me with any questions. Best, Estee Estee Schlenner (she/her/hers) Communications Officer | eschlenner(a)mihumanities.org<mailto:eschlenner@mihumanities.org> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/in/estee-schlenner-b4645a187/> Connecting, Sharing, Growing [A blue and white badge with gold ribbon Description automatically generated] Michigan Humanities 2364 Woodlake Drive, Suite 100 Okemos, MI 48864 517-372-7770 ext. 665 Website<http://michiganhumanities.org> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/MichiganHumanities> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/mihumanities/?hl=en> Mission: Bringing people together through stories, histories, cultures, and conversations.

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MCLS announces Stephanie Davis will retire in November 2024
by Mary Ruthko 15 Apr '24

15 Apr '24

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Stephanie Davis, MCLS Associate Director/Manager, eLicensing and Collection Resources daviss(a)mcls.org<mailto:daviss@mcls.org> April 15, 2024 MCLS announces Stephanie Davis will retire in November 2024 Lansing, MI—With mixed emotions, MCLS announces Stephanie Davis, Associate Director/Manager, eLicensing and Collection Resources will retire Nov. 1, 2024. Stephanie has been at MCLS since February 2019. Before coming to MCLS, her library career spanned three decades in a variety of capacities including Library Assistant at the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Education Librarian at Spring Arbor University, and Library Director at two community colleges. “Working at MCLS has truly been a highlight of my career,” Stephanie notes, “The opportunity to impact many libraries drew me to MCLS and that experience has broadened my understanding of libraries, and deepened my appreciate for the many ways libraries of all types serve their users.” During her tenure at MCLS, Stephanie guided the eLicensing and Collection Resources department (formerly known as Group Purchasing) through the COVID-19 pandemic and the department’s transition to a remote workplace. She led the implementation of a new renewal management system, ConsortiaManager, and helped MCLS navigate the evolving world of eResource open access. Stephanie considers securing the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant one of her greatest achievements at MCLS. “Obtaining ARPA funds for libraries and providing them with the opportunity to purchase eResources at no cost to their institution was personally satisfying for me,” she recalls. Another highlight was the development of the Overdrive for Michigan Academics (OMiA) group. She explains, “Working with OMiA to establish a consortium Overdrive system for academics was truly gratifying. It was a boots-on-the-ground experience to help this group become a reality.” Stephanie has many retirement plans, including spending more time with her six grandkids, hiking and biking around Northern Michigan, and, along with husband, Todd, heading to North Carolina for the winters. Of course, she will also read books! The search for Stephanie’s replacement is in progress and the job posting is now available on the MCLS website<https://www.mcls.org/about-mcls/mcls-jobs/>. She looks forward to helping train and acclimate the new eLicensing and Collection Resources Manager before leaving MCLS in November. Mary Ruthko (she/her) Marketing and Communication Coordinator Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-507-4149 ruthkom(a)mcls.org<mailto:ruthkom@mcls.org> [cid:5d0d182b-a89b-4793-8b7d-3eb58ae15f1b] 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> Schedule a meeting with me<https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/82504839b07649009896aaa10a3d2395…>

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Ready to Read MI workshop space
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 15 Apr '24

15 Apr '24

We have a few seats open at the Grand Rapids training on May 1st... Ready to Read Michigan Workshops Growing Early Literacy Skills for Parents, Caregivers, and Early Childhood Educators 10:00 am - 4:00 pm ET Wednesday, May 1, 2024 - at KDL's Kentwood Branch<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> Thursday, May 2, 2024 - at Plymouth District Library [FULL] The Library of Michigan invites you to join Mother Goose on the Loose<https://mgol.net/>, Betsy Diamant-Cohen, as we explore The Ready to Read Michigan Parent & Early Childhood Educator Toolkit. The programs in the toolkit are designed for library staff to host throughout the community, engaging and modeling early literacy practices to parents, caregivers, and early childhood educators. Betsy will equip library staff with the information, skills, and ready-to-use tools to promote early literacy through your library, copies of the toolkit will be provided. This RTRM training will start with an introduction/refresher on the how, what and why's of early literacy skills and best storytelling practices. Then we will transition to cover the workshops in the Ready to Read Michigan Toolkit, which are designed specifically for library staff to easily facilitate with parents and caregivers with children ages 5 and under. Lastly, participants will address the important role played by Early Childhood Educators in the development of children from birth to age five, using familiar tips and tools on how to conduct a two-part workshop for Early Childhood Educators at your library, supported by the materials produced by Ready to Read Michigan<https://www.readytoreadmi.org/home>. Registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> is limited, lunch will be provided. These programs are supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. 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. [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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MAP New Partner Destination: Upland Hills Farm
by Jim Flury 15 Apr '24

15 Apr '24

Good Afternoon, I am pleased to report that Upland Hills Farm [ https://www.uplandhillsfarm.com/ | https://www.uplandhillsfarm.com/ ] in Oxford has joined the Michigan Activity Pass program! Here are the "Terms of the MAP Pass" for library patrons for Upland Hills Farm: MAP pass holders will receive $2.00 off of admission, per person, for any open to the public day--Toddler Days; Summer Sundays; Harvest Festival; Harvest Moon Hayrides. Thank you for your continued support and promotion of the Michigan Activity Pass program! Sincerely, Jim Flury Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Note New Fax Number: 248-716-5584 Note New Email Address:jflury@tln.org

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