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author visit
by Rochelle Collins 05 Apr '24

05 Apr '24

Sara, We have what we call hybrid programs. If the author is remote we have zoom, but also show it on our large screen in the community room and facebook live if they allow. If the presentation is in person we still record and play it live on facebook for remote access. We've found that everyone loves the options. Rochelle A. Collins Reference Librarian Alice and Jack Wirt Library 500 Center Ave Bay City, MI 48708 989-893-9566 rcollins(a)baycountylibrary.org

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Camera Used for Virtual Programs
by Sara Horn 05 Apr '24

05 Apr '24

Hello Everyone, We are going to hold our first virtual author visit in the coming months. Since a large portion of the Library's service has limited to no access for personal internet; I plan I having a large group at the library that will participate as a group. I plan on projecting the visit onto our screen for everyone to see and hear the author. My question to all of you is what camera do you use for these types of situations? Thank you! Sara Horn Adult Services/ Local History Librarian Charlotte Community Library 517-543-8859 226 S. Bostwick Charlotte, MI 48813

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Multiple Professional Positions available - Boulder Public Library District (CO)
by Beth Barker 04 Apr '24

04 Apr '24

Multiple Professional Positions available The Boulder Public Library District<https://boulderlibrary.org/> (BPLD) is in search of innovative and collaborative professionals for several newly created positions. BPLD serves as a centerpiece of the community, a destination for human connection, life-long learning, civic engagement, and creative exploration. The organization is experiencing significant transformation, having formed an independent district as of January 2024 and moving from a county-managed governing structure to one governed by a Board of Trustees. Thanks to the overwhelming support of Boulder County residents, the library is positioned to blossom and grow through dynamic programs, new and upgraded facilities, and expanded hours and services. It's an exciting time to be a part of the Boulder Public Library District! With this exciting expansion of services and facilities comes a need to grow their team. The library is on the lookout for enthusiastic and service-oriented individuals to serve in these positions: Public Services Director (Main Library) Main Library Manager Youth Services Manager (Main Library) Librarian I (North Boulder Branch, opening in June 2024!) The Public Services Director (Main Library) will collaborate closely with other departments and assist the Executive Library Director with the vision and mission of the library. As the second-highest ranking employee in the organization, the Public Services Director may assume responsibility for the library when the Executive Library Director is not available. Minimum qualifications include: an ALA-accredited MLIS degree and a minimum of six to eight years of experience working in a public library (or equivalent), including supervisory or managerial responsibilities, managing multiple branches, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Hiring salary range: $117,395 - $135,824. The Main Library Manager will oversee BPLD's largest location, located in the heart of downtown Boulder, and will lead the Main Library in planning, directing, and managing patron services. Minimum qualifications include: an ALA-accredited MLIS degree and three years of experience working in a public library, including two years of progressive responsibility, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. It also requires three years of supervisory experience and experience conducting performance evaluations. Hiring salary range: $70,970 - $78,957. The Youth Services Manager (Main Library) is part of the Public Services Management team and provides vision, planning, and implementation in children's and teen services at the Main Library. Minimum qualifications include: an ALA-accredited MLIS degree and five years of progressive library and supervisory experience. Preferred qualifications include three years of supervisory experience in children's and teen services. Hiring salary range: $70,970 - $78,957. The Librarian I (NoBo Branch) creates engaging and dynamic programs for patrons of all ages with a focus on STEAM and plays a critical role in overseeing daily library operations. This position will be in the newly built North Boulder Branch library, which is poised to showcase sustainability in architecture and provide transformative library services to a thriving community. Minimum qualifications include: an ALA-accredited MLIS degree and three years of progressively responsible experience in a public library setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Conversational Spanish speaking skills and/or working with patrons from a variety of ethnic and cultural backgrounds is strongly preferred. Hiring salary range: $60,008 - $66,726. The Boulder Public Library District is committed to advancing equity in its diverse community by providing accessible programs, print and digital materials, tools and technology, and educational opportunities. Across five current locations, resources such as a makerspace, art galleries, outdoor learning areas, a multimedia local history archive, community literacy programs, and a theater are available. BPLD strives to be a safe and welcoming place to all staff and patrons alike. The library circulates more than 1.5 million items annually but believes that a library is more than a place to borrow materials. As a vital civic space, opportunities are available for the 500,000+ yearly visitors to study, host meetings, be introduced to new people or experiences, and connect to essential local services. Employees are part of a vibrant, uplifting workplace culture that honors the joy and commitment of meaningful public service, while still caring for the needs of the individual. The library's work is highly collaborative, adaptive, inquisitive, and on-going. As passionate individuals with diverse backgrounds, interests, and experiences, BPLD staff are dedicated to their mission of connecting people, ideas, and information to transform lives and strengthen their community. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<https://bradburymiller.com/> (https://bradburymiller.com/) Apply via our application portal<https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/> (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or PDF attachments. These positions close on Sunday, May 19, 2024. View the most up to date version of this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links on our website<https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/>. (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) - Beth Barker (she/her) Director of Finance and Communication Bradbury Miller Associates 330-340-7115 | Dover, OH | bradburymiller.com<http://bradburymiller.com/> Sign up for our newsletter<https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?llr=myy6mkoab&p=oi&m=11148931…> for updates on available positions!

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Survey request from doctoral student
by Mary K O'Kelly 04 Apr '24

04 Apr '24

Sharing on behalf of Sean Gaffney, a PhD candidate in Organizational Change Leadership here at WMU and a Florida-based librarian who also teaches in the San Jose State University School of Information online library program. His dissertation project is exploring types of organizational power during digital transformation in libraries, and he is looking for survey respondents who are current library employees at any kind of library, in any kind of role. The survey takes about 15 minutes and does not collect any identifiable information about you or your employer. Sean's contact information is in the consent form on the first page of the survey if you have questions. Here is the link: https://wmich.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_77jwGwlpU55kSVw Mary Mary O'Kelly (she/her) Associate Dean for Education and User Services University Libraries - Western Michigan University mary.okelly(a)wmich.edu<mailto:mary.okelly@wmich.edu>

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MeL Minute: Earth Day eResources for K-12
by Ann Kaskinen 04 Apr '24

04 Apr '24

[A white letter on a blue green and red background Description automatically generated]Every April since 1970, Americans have been celebrating Earth Day and recognizing the importance of protecting Earth’s natural resources for future generations. The eResources in the Michigan eLibrary<https://mel.org/welcome> (MeL) offer articles on a wide range of topics related to Earth Day that include biodiversity, climate change, deforestation, pollution, recycling, renewable energy, sustainability, and dozens more. The importance of Earth Day and the positive results of the first Earth Day celebration have been felt by Americans for over 5 decades. An article<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…> in the April 2023 edition of EcoNews reminds us of the importance of the first Earth Day, as the development of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the passage of the Clean Air Act resulted within a year of that initial celebration. Ultimately, a 66.9 percent decrease in air pollution has been realized because of these landmark changes. In observance of Earth Day, celebrated every year on April 22, consider sharing the eResources in MeL with the students in your life. Elementary There are two sections that stand out in PebbleGo<http://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=pe…> Social Studies. Helping the Environment has read-aloud articles on Cleaning up Litter, Composting, Reusing and Recycling, and Saving Water. Additionally, under Holidays there is an article on the activities and history associated with Earth Day. In the eBook K-8 Collection<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> students are introduced to recycling in the title, Go Green by Recycling,<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…> and enjoy some Earth-Friendly Earth Day Crafts<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…> from the eBook Public Library Collection<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…>. Middle School Zero Waste Kids,<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…> also from the eBook Public Library Collection, explains the process for making recycled paper as well as ideas for repurposing materials and building a compost bin. Under the Earth’s environment at a glance<https://school.eb.com/levels/middle/article/Earths-environment-at-a-glance/…> in Britannica School Middle<http://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=eb…>, there are several curated lists of linked content on Climate, Ecological Concerns, Environmental Issues, Planet Earth, and related Biographies. High School Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints<http://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=ov…> showcases a wide range of content including videos, audio files, images, viewpoints, and articles such as “Debunking the ‘Recycling Myth’, Starting with Its Symbol” which highlights one woman’s quest to firm up labeling laws. Lastly, Earth Day & the Environmental Movement<https://auth.mel.org/newera/check-direct?url=https://widgets.ebscohost.com/…> from the eBook High School Collection<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> delivers a detailed history of what led to Earth Day and the progress and failures since. These eResources are just the tip of the iceberg. Keep exploring to get ready for April 22! 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@01DA8668.E4189CF0] 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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Free Rocking Chair
by Cierra Bakovka 03 Apr '24

03 Apr '24

We have a rocking chair we no longer use that's looking for a good home. Sturdy with many more years left. Gives a great homey feel to storytime. You must pick it up. Cierra Bakovka, MLIS She/Her Director Henika District Library 149 South Main St. Wayland, MI 49348 269-792-2891 ext. 309 mailto:cierra@henikalibrary.org

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white tiger books - gone thanks!
by Stacy Pasche 03 Apr '24

03 Apr '24

-- Stacy Pasche, MLS she/her/hers Library Director *Benzie Shores District Library* *630 Main St.* *Frankfort, MI 49635* *ph: (231) 352-4671* *"Sometimes it's fun to do the impossible." - Walt Disney*

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book club copies The White Tiger
by Stacy Pasche 03 Apr '24

03 Apr '24

Hi Everyone, I have ten copies of Aravind Adiga's The White Tiger up for grabs. If you have a book club kit collection, you can have them all. Send me your Rides code. Thanks! -- Stacy Pasche, MLS she/her/hers Library Director *Benzie Shores District Library* *630 Main St.* *Frankfort, MI 49635* *ph: (231) 352-4671* *"Sometimes it's fun to do the impossible." - Walt Disney*

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MCLS Linked Data Users Group Wikidata Edit-a-thon: Schools
by Heidi Keppen Palmer 03 Apr '24

03 Apr '24

Join the *Linked Data Users Group of the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) <https://www.mcls.org/engagement/linked-data-users-group/>* for a free, semi-synchronous, week-long virtual event that explores Wikidata. No prior experience is necessary! Project staff will provide you with everything you need to create and edit Wikidata entities. - This edit-a-thon will take place the week of April 22-26. An opening event on the 22nd will include an introduction to editing Wikidata. A closing event on the 26th will review and celebrate what we achieved together. A Slack channel will be available to communicate with fellow Wikidata editors throughout the week. - In this edit-a-thon, we will focus on descriptions of local community schools and educational organizations. Participants may create Wikidata entries for their local organizations or create and edit entries for organizations provided by the edit-a-thon staff. - These events are free to all and will take place via Zoom; however, you must register in advance. Join for either event and edit during the week as much as you'd like. We will provide instructions, tools, data sources, and an optional Slack channel for chat. If you have questions, please contact LDUG steering committee chair Marianne Swierenga: *marianne.swierenga(a)wmich.edu <marianne.swierenga(a)wmich.edu>*. *Before the Event* 1. If you don’t already have a Wikimedia account, please create an account on Wikidata.org: *Create Account <https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?title=Special:CreateAccount&returnto=W…>* 2. Register for the Opening and/or Closing Events using the Zoom registration links above 3. Complete this *Google form <https://forms.gle/iX27uiJ6KxiWGbt66>* to be added to the Wikidata Event Dashboard *(required)* and MCLS LDUG Slack channel* (optional)*; (Link for existing users: *https://mclsldugwikidata.slack.com <https://mclsldugwikidata.slack.com/>*). 4. *(Recommended*) Complete these three *Wikidata Training Modules <https://outreachdashboard.wmflabs.org/training/wikidata>*: Introduction to Wikidata; Databases and Linked Data; and Adding to Wikidata *For more information and to sign up, visit the **Linked Data Users Group page <https://www.mcls.org/engagement/linked-data-users-group/>**.* Heidi Keppen Palmer LTS Librarian - Mardigian Library University of Michigan-Dearborn 313-583-5401 | she/they My workday may be different than yours. Please do not feel obligated to respond outside of your normal working hours. Connect with the Mardigian! <https://instagram.com/mardigianlibrary/> <http://twitter.com/#!/MardigianLib> <http://www.facebook.com/pages/Dearborn-MI/Mardigian-Library/67832143686>

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Join us TOMORROW for Digital Collections Office Hours!
by Gallo, Biz (MDE) 03 Apr '24

03 Apr '24

*apologies for cross-posting* Please join us for our next Digital Collections Office Hours tomorrow, Thursday, April 4, 2024 from 10:30-11:30 am. Do you have questions about creating digital collections? Do you have material that you want to digitize and share with your community, but don't know where to start? Are you interested in preserving your digital content and need tool recommendations? Join experts from the Library of Michigan, DPLA Michigan Service Hub, and the Michigan Digital Preservation Network for free advice during new monthly open office hours! Come with questions, like... * What grants are available to support digitization of my collections? (hint: YES!) * What file format should I be scanning to for long-term preservation? * What platforms can I use to publish digital collections? * How do I work with volunteers to create a scanning program? * And much, much more! Office Hours will be held virtually the first Thursday of every month from 10:30-11:30 am and are open to any staff or volunteers at libraries, archives, museums, historical societies, or other cultural memory organizations! Use the link below to register for office hours and receive the Zoom link. Come for a question, stay to join the discussion! Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0lce-upj8oG9XI77qeMfLkRc_04ehDFp… Biz Gallo Statewide Digitization Initiatives Coordinator Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48915 GalloB(a)michigan.gov<mailto:GalloB@michigan.gov> | mi.gov/LMdigitization<http://mi.gov/LMdigitization> | 517-335-1402 she/her/hers [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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