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Upcoming Program of Interest
by Daniel Lodge 08 Oct '24

08 Oct '24

Everyone - Ever wonder how the City of Dearborn got its name? Author Terry Nelson will be here to talk about the life of soldier and diplomat General Henry Dearborn. The registration page for Mr. Nelson's talk can be found in the Events Calendar on our Library Website (dearbornlibrary.org) I hope you can join us Dan Lodge Library Supervisor Dearborn Public Library Dearborn, MI

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Emergency Diaper Kit
by Lorry Traver 08 Oct '24

08 Oct '24

Hello everyone, My library recently started offering a new service, an emergency diaper kit, for our families with younger children or babies. We have had 3 parents/grandparents use this service and have found it incredibly useful. This idea was brought to our attention by a mom who wanted to carry less with her as her child got older, but every time she was away from home and didn't bring a diaper was the one time her toddler needed a change. A lot of times there are parents who are either taking a quick trip to the library, or maybe stop in unexpectedly and just need a little help in the diapering area. In order to make sure our kits did not just get swiped, we have a sign in our toddler bathroom (nearest the children's area) for parents or caregivers to ask if they need a diapering kit. We do not have actual kits made up, but we have diapers in several sizes in one of our staff areas along with wipes. When it is requested, we grab the appropriate size diaper and the wipes box for them to use. I just wanted to pass this along in case there are other libraries out there who might want to begin offering the same service. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. I may not be able to answer since this is a new service we just started offering, but I can definitely try to answer any questions you may have. -- *"I think books are like people, in the sense that they'll turn up in your life when you most need them." - Emma Thompson* *Lorry Traver* Public Services Librarian Brandon Township Library 248-627-1460

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Library Assistant - Lapeer District LIbrary
by Danielle Brigati 08 Oct '24

08 Oct '24

Lapeer District Library is currently seeking applicants for the position of Library Assistant. *Position:* Library Assistant *Hours: *Part-Time (27 hours/week) *Schedule: *Various branches Nights and weekends may be required *About Us: *The Lapeer District Library is dedicated to fostering a love of reading and learning within our community. We are committed to providing a welcoming environment where children and families can explore, discover, and grow. We are seeking a passionate and creative individual to join our team as a Library Assistant. *Position Overview: *The Library Assistant will support staffing throughout the Lapeer District Library system, providing essential assistance across multiple branches as needed. This role involves a combination of daily operational tasks and opportunities to contribute to the development of library programming. The ideal candidate is adaptable, enjoys working in various settings, and is eager to support the library's mission to serve the community. Applications should be submitted by November 15, 2024 at 5:00pm. View the full posting and application instructions on our website at: https://www.library.lapeer.org/about/employment Danielle M. Brigati. Library Director Lapeer District Library Lapeer, Mi 48446 dbrigati(a)lib.lapeer.org 810.664.9521

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Children's LIbrary Assistant - Lapeer DIstrict LIbrary
by Danielle Brigati 08 Oct '24

08 Oct '24

Lapeer District Library is currently seeking applicants for the position of Children's Library Assistant. *Position: *Children's Library Assistant *Hours: *Part-Time (24 hours/week) *Schedule: *Nights and weekends may be required *About Us: *The Lapeer District Library is dedicated to fostering a love of reading and learning within our community. We are committed to providing a welcoming environment where children and families can explore, discover, and grow. We are seeking a passionate and creative individual to join our team as a Children's Library Assistant. *Position Overview: *The Children's Library Assistant will work closely with the Children's Department Head to support and enhance the library's offerings for children and families. This role involves a mix of hands-on assistance with daily tasks and the opportunity to lead and develop programming for young patrons. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about children's literature, enjoys working with children, and is excited to contribute to a dynamic team. Applications should be submitted by November 15, 2024 at 5:00pm. View the full posting and application instructions on our website at: https://www.library.lapeer.org/about/employment Danielle M. Brigati. Library Director Lapeer District Library Lapeer, Mi 48446 dbrigati(a)lib.lapeer.org 810.664.9521

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MiALA Strategic Planning Survey - Share your perspective, drawing for $50
by Sheila Garcia Mazari 08 Oct '24

08 Oct '24

Hello, The Michigan Academic Library Association (MiALA) is continuing our Strategic Planning work with a survey for members and non-members. In addition to recent engagement sessions, this survey will help MiALA hear from a wide audience and better understand how we’re currently meeting the needs of Michigan’s academic library students, staff and faculty and how we might serve our community moving forward. Your feedback will be used to inform our strategic planning process. - Take the survey - deadline: October 31st - Those who complete the survey can enter a drawing for one of four $50 gift cards. Your participation is invaluable and will help to shape the future of MiALA, and we look forward to sharing what we learn, and the completed strategic plan with you in the coming months. If you have any questions, please reach out to Julie Garrison ( julie.garrison(a)wmich.edu) or Denise Leyton (dmleyton(a)umich.edu) We look forward to hearing from you and we hope you can join us! Thank you, -- Sheila García Mazari Online Learning Librarian she/her/ella University of California, Santa Cruz Name Pronunciation <https://namedrop.io/sheilagarciamazari> ORCID: 0000-0002-6122-5727 <https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6122-5727>

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LINK UPDATE: Register now for new wellbeing workshop from MCLS
by Jenny Kobiela-Mondor 08 Oct '24

08 Oct '24

I apologize for the incorrect link in the email I sent yesterday! The correct link is: https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/664b99ebf02febfcf6ce3b06 Registration is open for a new wellbeing virtual workshop from the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services. Wellbeing for Libraries – Empowering Yourself and Others is scheduled for Tuesday, November 12, from 1-4 p.m. Eastern (12-3 p.m. Central), via Zoom. The engaging and interactive workshop, led by Jenny Kobiela-Mondor and Lissa Krull, is designed to help you think about how to continue doing the good work that you’re doing while paying attention to your own needs, too. We will explore concepts of flexibility, autonomy, respect, and work-life harmony, and think about making positive changes in your work life and empowering those around you to do the same. 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:49f842ea-4d3c-421f-8a53-f09f9ef6781c] 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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Early Announcement: Bestselling Author Josh Malerman at the Detroit Public Library in November!
by Megan Summers 07 Oct '24

07 Oct '24

A flyer is forthcoming! The Detroit Public Library is thrilled to announce Josh Malerman & Wow Town Present: INCIDENTS AROUND THE HOUSE: A Theatrical Reading, With a Live Score by Jim Byrne. Incidents Around the House (2024, Del Rey) is Malerman's latest horror novel, and Malerman's troupe will take this haunted tale to the next level with their performance. Date: Sunday, November 3, 2024 Time: 2pm - 4pm EST Location: Main Library Auditorium, 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48202 Eventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/josh-malerman-wow-town-present-incidents-aroun… Wow Town was started by acclaimed author Josh Malerman and Allison Laakko when Malerman's debut novel Bird Box was released. The idea was to present book launches in a more exciting way than just Malerman at a podium. It has grown considerably since then, with performances in chapels, gymnasiums, bookstores, bars, and theaters. Allison Laakko is largely responsible for the amazing set-design and any creature effects/props. Live music has accompanied almost every performance. INCIDENTS AROUND THE HOUSE: A Theatrical Reading combines Allison Laakko's stage show with Jim Byrne's original score (written entirely for the novel), all set to passages of the book itself. The troupe is made up of Malerman, Laakko, Byrne, plus stage actors Lilli Bishop, Atran Raikany, and Jeannine Thompson, as well as film director/magician James Henry Hall, and voiceover artist Kristi Billings. After the performance, Malerman will stick around for a brief Q&A and book signing. Copies of Incidents Around the House will be available for sale from Detroit's own 27th Letter Books<https://www.27thletterbooks.com/>. Best, Megan Summers (she/her) Assistant Manager Sherwood Forest Branch 7117 W. 7 Mile Rd./Livernois Detroit, MI, 48221 313-481-1840 msummers(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org

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Register now for new wellbeing workshop from MCLS
by Jenny Kobiela-Mondor 07 Oct '24

07 Oct '24

Registration is open for a new wellbeing virtual workshop from the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services. Wellbeing for Libraries – Empowering Yourself and Others is scheduled for Tuesday, November 12, from 1-4 p.m. Eastern (12-3 p.m. Central), via Zoom. The engaging and interactive workshop, led by Jenny Kobiela-Mondor and Lissa Krull, is designed to help you think about how to continue doing the good work that you’re doing while paying attention to your own needs, too. We will explore concepts of flexibility, autonomy, respect, and work-life harmony, and think about making positive changes in your work life and empowering those around you to do the same. More information and link to register can be found at https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/664b99ebf02febfcf6ce3b06. Workshop participants can earn 3 contact hours for library staff and 3 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff. 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:4748d5f1-51f9-4dbc-a2c9-a16bf9dfed8c] 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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Book Giveaway
by Cathy Cottone 07 Oct '24

07 Oct '24

Hi I work at Lyon Township Public Library and would love the following books if still available: If Only The Walls Could Talk: The Architectural Heritage of Cooper, Michigan by W. Ward Christlieb 2000 Ontonagon Country by James K. Jamison 1939 · Keweenaw County Centennial 1861-1961 · Home Was Alpena: A Bicentennial History -- *Cathy Cottone, Genealogist* *Lyon Township Public Library* *27005 S. Milford Road* *South Lyon, Michigan 48178* *ccottone(a)ltpl.org <ccottone(a)ltpl.org> Please note new email address* *My usual hours are: Tuesday 12 - 9, Thursday 10 - 4, Friday 10 - 5* *Subject to change, best to call first!* *248 437-8800 x616* *www.ltpl.org <http://www.ltpl.org/> Please note new web address* * <http://www.ltpl.org/>*

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Upcoming Event at BPL: IN PERSON: UFO Disclosure Right Now?
by Mick Howey 07 Oct '24

07 Oct '24

Hello Michlib-l, Please join us at 7:00 PM, Monday, October 14th as we welcome the State Director of the Mutual UFO Network Bill Konkolesky. Is our Government about to reveal that the UFO/UAP phenomenon represents an intelligent but non-human phenomenon? There has been more speculation about this now than at any other point in our nation's history. Pentagon reports, Congressional hearings, and whistleblowers have been keeping the UFO topic perpetually in the news cycle. What have they already revealed and where's this all heading? Come see what the big picture currently looks like with Bill Konkolesky, Michigan State Director of MUFON. Event is in person. Register is required. Tap here <https://www.baldwinlib.org/calendar/#/events/kQc0x37DlF/instances/mEuXn04Mm…> to register. Hope to see you there! Mick Howey, MLIS Adult Services Librarian II Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 554-4649

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