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Libraries who are addressing Opioid challenges
by Debbie Mikula 04 Mar '24

04 Mar '24

At the request of PLA, we have been requested to share names of libraries and contacts in Michigan who provide naloxone/overdose kit for use in your library AND provides distribution AND does community education. We know that many of you have overdose kits, but if your library provides distribution or community education as well, could you reach out to me at dmikula(a)milibraries.org<mailto:dmikula@milibraries.org> Debbie [A picture containing text, clipart Description automatically generated] Deborah E. Mikula Executive Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 Office: 517-394-2774, ext. 5 Cell: 517-881-1266 dmikula(a)milibraries.org<mailto:dmikula@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<http://www.milibraries.org/> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/MichiganLibraryAssociation> and Twitter<https://twitter.com/mlaoffice>!

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Free Korean Children's Books
by Shannon O'Leary 04 Mar '24

04 Mar '24

Hi All! We received a large donation of Korean Picture Books and don't need all of them. I have 1 large box up for grabs. First come first serve. Please include your RIDES or Delivery code (and to whom I am sending this to). There likely will be more to follow! Shannon O"leary *Shannon O'Leary *| International Librarian (she/her/hers) Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi MI 48375 *Office: * 248-349-0720 Ext: 7287 www.novilibrary.org Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/29172487?utm_med…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/29172487?utm_med…> [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_…> *Inform. Inspire. Include.* <https://mysignature.io/editor?utm_source=promotion&utm_medium=signature&utm…>

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Job Posting - Assistant Director
by Jackilyn Roseberry 04 Mar '24

04 Mar '24

The Fremont Area District Library is seeking applicants for a full-time assistant director position (36-40 hours/week). This position will be required to work some Saturdays and week nights. Initial application deadline is March 25, 2024. To apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to the Fremont Area District Library. Applicants are welcome to mail application materials to 104 E. Main St. Fremont, Mi 49412 OR email to jroseberry(a)fremontlibrary.net OR drop off materials at our circulation desk. All should be marked to the attention of Jackilyn Roseberry. For more information, a full job description can be found here: https://www.fremontlibrary.net/about-us/employment Thank you -- *Jackilyn Roseberry - Library Director * *(231) 928-0243* *Fremont Area District Library* *104 E. Main St. * *Fremont, MI 49412* Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/58886608?utm_med…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/58886608?utm_med…> [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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Closing Sunday: State Librarian search - Maryland State Library Agency (MD)
by Beth Barker 04 Mar '24

04 Mar '24

State Librarian - Maryland State Library Agency (MD) The Maryland State Library Agency (MD)<https://msla.maryland.gov/Pages/home.aspx> seeks an innovative and forward-thinking leader as its next State Librarian to support 192 public library branches and 22 mobile libraries in their mission to provide outstanding resources, programs, and customer service to over 3.3 million Marylanders. Reporting to the Maryland State Library Board, the State Librarian will be responsible for 33 full-time staff, a $103 million budget, and overseeing the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled, Maryland's public libraries, the State Library Network, the Public Library Capital Grants Program, and the Maryland Deaf Culture Digital Library from its offices in Baltimore, MD. Agency highlights include the Futures Conference, the Hatchlings Early Literacy Program, and the Statewide Blueprint which encourages shared understandings of, and collaborations on, non-library trends shaping the future of public library services in the state. Key initiatives include continued advocacy for funding at the state level, support of intellectual freedom through access and legislative advocacy, and implementing the Maryland State Library Agency Library Services and Technology Act five-year plan goals. Responsibilities: Administration of the Maryland State Library Agency; management of State and Federal funds to help Maryland libraries provide outstanding resources, programs and excellent customer service; development and implementation of all financial aspects of the agency including operational and capital budgets, statewide audit of libraries, federal grants and fiscal controls; provision of leadership and guidance for the planning and coordinated development of library and information services; provision of specialized library services through the Library for the Blind and Print Disabled (LBPD) and the Deaf Culture Digital Library (DCDL); coordination of the Maryland State Library Network encompassing the State Library Resource Center (SLRC), and the regional library systems and promote collaboration with Maryland's public school, college, university and state institutional libraries; promotion of innovation and planning in the development of statewide library programs; and representation of Maryland's libraries at the state and national level including the Council of State Library Agencies (COSLA). Additional duties and responsibilities can be found in the job description linked below. The ideal candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. The candidate should be responsive to the needs and concerns of others, and a collaborative leader who values input and diverse perspectives. Qualifications: A master's degree from an institution accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) and at least seven years of progressively responsible library experience, five of which shall have been in administrative positions in large library-related organizations such as a state library, other consortia, or the equivalent is required. The ideal candidate must have experience that demonstrates knowledge of all types of library settings; supervising staff, including direct-report staff who supervise other staff; demonstrated ability to articulate, strategically implement, and continually evaluate a vision for library service; and a collaborative leadership style with demonstrated success in team-based decision-making and project management. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $125,000 - $145,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package. 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. This position closes on Sunday, March 10, 2024. View the most up to date version of this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links on our website<https://host.pcrecruiter.net/pcrbin/jobboard.aspx?JOBSHARE2ICKINATLNEZHKLKW…>. (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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Employment Opportunity: PT Adult Librarian
by Melissa Goins 04 Mar '24

04 Mar '24

Hello all and happy Monday! The Harrison Township Public Library has an opening for a Part-time Adult Librarian (20-25 hours/week). HTPL seeks a personable, enthusiastic team player to join our crew. This position is perfect for new and seasoned librarians alike. Duties are primarily focused on adult programming and feature a flexible schedule, personal time off, sick time, and paid holidays. Full details are attached and can be found at htlibrary.org/employment. Have a great week! ~Melissa Melissa Goins Library Director Secretary, Kiwanis Club of Mt. Clemens *Connect with me on LinkedIn <http://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-goins-ab5893a5>* ------------------------------ [image: Logo] <https://htlibrary.org> Harrison Township Public Library (586) 329-1261 mgoins(a)htlibrary.org htlibrary.org <http://www.htlibrary.org> [image: Facebook icon] <https://facebook.com/htlibrary> [image: Twitter icon] <https://twitter.com/HarrisonTwpLib> [image: Youtube icon] <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiIwmWx3ujEkrzcVOJsxjXw> [image: LinkedIn icon] <https://www.linkedin.com/company/harrison-township-public-library/> [image: Instagram icon] <https://www.instagram.com/htplibrary/> 38255 L’Anse Creuse, Suite A • Harrison Township, MI 48045

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Suffragettes at the DIA: The Changing Role of Women in America
by Victoria Sower 04 Mar '24

04 Mar '24

Join Baldwin Public Library to Celebrate Women's History Month: *Suffragettes at the DIA* Tuesday, March 5, 2024: 7:00 pm-8:00pm Docent, Kathleen McBroom will discuss the roles of women throughout history through the perspective of art and artists. Tour works by suffragette artists and art which exemplify the challenges women faced before and after the adoption of the 19th Amendment. Click to register for this VIRTUAL event. Suffragettes at the DIA: The Changing Role of Women in America <https://events.getlocalhop.com/suffragettes-at-the-dia-the-changing-role-of…> Victoria Sower, MSLS Adult Services Librarian vicki.sower(a)baldwinlib.org 248.554.4656 Baldwin Public Library 300 W. Merrill Birmingham, MI 48009

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Cell Phone Charging Cords/Stations
by Jessica Bostian 04 Mar '24

04 Mar '24

Good afternoon Michigan libraries! If anyone has experience with providing cell phone charging cords for in-house use, or one of the various cell phone charging stations/devices, I would appreciate any information you can provide me. I like the idea of having a large charging station that is all-inclusive, but the prices can be very high. Individual charging cords are much cheaper; however, and I am curious if there's an effective way to keep these items from disappearing. Thank you, and have a great weekend everyone! Jessica Bostian Assistant Manager/Librarian III Detroit Public Library Social Science, Education & Religion Business, Science & Technology 5201 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI 48202 jbostian(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org 313-481-1403

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CIDL Is looking for a Part-Time Librarian!
by Bill Bowman 01 Mar '24

01 Mar '24

Due to advancement, the Clarkston Independence District Library is seeking creative, passionate, and dedicated candidates for a Part Time Librarian position. Send your resume and cover letter to Silbermand(a)cidlibrary.org<mailto:Silbermand@cidlibrary.org>. Applications accepted until Monday, March 18th. [Copy of Email Signature (18)]

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WebJunction content and upcoming webinars
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 01 Mar '24

01 Mar '24

WebJunction content and upcoming webinars Highlighted Content Align Library Services with Community Aspirations<https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/align-library-services-communi…>: The most successful library services are often those that help the community meet its aspirations while also honoring the unique purpose of the library. But balancing the community’s goals and the library’s scope is not always an easy task. When Audrey Barbakoff teaches library workers how to co-create services with their communities, there are questions she hear most often. What if the community’s goals are much different than what we traditionally think of as a library issue? What if they have nothing to do with books, reading, or even education? How do we support the community and stay in scope? Together We Heal: Exploring Mental Health Peer Support at the Library<https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/mental-health-peer-support-at-…>: More and more people are turning to libraries for mental health resources. Learn how one library in rural Texas is supporting its community members’ mental health with creative programming and resources that take a whole-person, whole-community approach. Advancing IDEAs: Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, 20 February<https://hangingtogether.org/advancing-ideas-inclusion-diversity-equity-acce…> 2024: This is the latest Hanging Together blog post, part of a regular series<https://hangingtogether.org/tag/IDEA/> on issues of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility, compiled by a team of OCLC contributors. WebJunction Webinars These upcoming webinars are open for registration. If you can’t attend a live session, all WebJunction webinars are recorded and available for free in the Course Catalog<https://learn.webjunction.org/>. Creating a person-centered library: supporting patrons while avoiding burnout Wednesday, March 13, 2024 ◆ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ◆ 90 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/creating-person-centered-lib… Are you feeling the strain of serving patrons with complex needs? Is your library seeing increased patron behavioral issues and mental health concerns? This session reviews ideas and approaches for how libraries can support both high-needs patrons and staff. As a result of this webinar, you will be able to: * Articulate the changing needs of library patrons and how these impact staff * Learn strategies for assessing your library’s unique needs * Discuss helpful programs, collaborations, and/or services for high-needs patrons * Apply person-centered strategies to begin creating cultural change in your library * Anticipate potential barriers to change Leadership strategies for building connection and diffusing difficult situations Tuesday, April 30, 2024 ◆ 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific ◆ 60 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/leadership-strategies.html As library staff, our collective morale and goodwill are often eroded by a tidal wave of factors including book challenges, budget constraints, staffing shortages, toxic online discourse, and an increasingly divided culture. In times like these, searching for common ground might sound naïve or idealistic, but intentionally cultivating these mindsets can have a profound effect on your organizational culture, communication, problem-solving, and mental health. This webinar introduces skills grounded in the “Good Inside” approach, and will cover practical strategies to develop empathetic, curiosity-led leadership that assumes good intent in moments of conflict and stress, along with actionable communication skills for connection and cooperation. This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. 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.

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 01 Mar '24

01 Mar '24

Resources Día The El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Día)<https://www.ala.org/alsc/initiatives/dia> initiative emphasizes the importance of literacy for all children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds. In conjunction with the initiative, the Association for Library Service to Children's Quicklists Consulting committee has compiled four new lists of awesome books for kids, birth to age 14, FULL of engaging titles that represent children and families from many backgrounds! They are available in English AND Spanish and are free to download at https://bit.ly/3OU5UCe. Online Safety Was asked for some .gov & .org internet safety resources to share with parents, so I thought I'd pass them along. If you have others, please do share! * FBI's got some resources if you search "Internet Safety," though what I looked through seems slightly outdated. * NetSmartz: https://www.missingkids.org/NetSmartz/home * Internet Crimes Against Children: https://www.icactaskforce.org/internetsafety (some great links at the bottom of this page) * National Cybersecurity Alliance: https://staysafeonline.org/resources/protecting-our-kids-data-privacy-is-pa… * Dept of Homeland Security: https://www.ice.gov/topics/iGuardians * Remember McGruff<https://mcgruff.org/>?! I'm seriously excited to see he's still around... https://ymiclassroom.com/lesson-plans/go-for-real/ A great event opportunity from... Ohio State (Ok, yes, I said it. Don't hate me. It looks really cool!) Registration is now open for Excellence in Children's Literature: The Ohio State University Newbery Award Symposium taking place in Columbus on November 15, 2024 and featuring Kwame Alexander, Derrick Barnes, Amina Luqman-Dawson, Jason Reynolds, and Carole Boston Weatherford. For more details or to register, go to the event website<https://ehe.osu.edu/events/excellence-in-childrens-literature-ohio-state-un…>. Women's History Month To celebrate, National Girls Collaborative Project has compiled the following resources to support and encourage girls to pursue careers in STEM: * Career Girls: A comprehensive video-based career exploration tool<https://www.careergirls.org/> for girls featuring diverse women STEM role models. It's free to use and contains 16,000 videos, as well as career quizzes and resources. * IF/THEN® Collection: Created in partnership with Lyda Hill Philanthropies and the Association of Science and Technology Centers, the IF/THEN® Collection<https://www.ifthencollection.org/> is a free digital library with photos, videos, posters, activities, and other assets featuring diverse women STEM innovators - all available for educational and other non-commercial use. * National Women's History Museum: Explore resources, including lesson plans, biographies, and posters of women in STEM trailblazers throughout history<https://www.womenshistory.org/students-educators/digital-classroom-resources>. Search by the theme "STEM". * Portray Her 2.0: Representations of Women STEM Characters in Media report. Developed by the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, in partnership with IF/THEN®, an initiative of Lyda Hill Philanthropies, this groundbreaking report summarizes how women in STEM are portrayed on TV and film and includes a number of valuable recommendations for the field. Learn more<https://seejane.org/research-informs-empowers/portray-her-2-0-an-analysis-o…>. In the News... Committing to Equity: Reaching marginalized youth requires an authentic approach<https://americanlibrariesmagazine.org/2024/01/02/committing-to-equity/> - American Libraries, 1/2/24 Together We Heal: Exploring Mental Health Peer Support at the Library<https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/mental-health-peer-support-at-…> - WebJunction, 2/20/24 What We Learned From Drag Queen Storytime (It Might Not Be What You Think!)<https://publiclibrariesonline.org/2024/02/what-we-learned-from-drag-queen-s…> - Public Libraries Online, 2/5/24 Grow Your Own student applies literacy skills in elementary school<https://wmich.edu/news/2024/02/74874> - WMU News, 2/27/24 Last chance to register: Adventures in Summer Marketing!<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> Thursday, March 14, 2024 2:00-3:00pm ET Registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…>, this webinar will be recorded. Learn some tips and tricks to marketing your summer library programs, plus some special materials to use. All libraries and their communities are unique and while there is no "one-size-fits-all" solution to marketing, we are going to explore new ways that you can approach marketing your summer programming. We will explore marketing assets from the Collaborative Summer Library Program, provide resources, and inspire you to engage with your community this summer. All areas of library services including marketing are welcome! 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<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> 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. If you were previously registered for the October workshops, you are still in our reservation system. If the May 2024 dates do not work for you, then please contact Becky Wartella WartellaB(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:WartellaB@Michigan.gov?subject=RTRM%20Workshop> to remove you from the workshop. If you were not previously registered, there are a few seats left at both locations, so be sure to register<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…>! This program is 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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