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Online Courses & Upcoming Opportunities from UW-Madison
by UW iSchool CE 17 Dec '25

17 Dec '25

Spring Online Courses Registration Now Open! 10% early-bird discount for registering at least two weeks early! * Basic Public Library Administration<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/basic-pl-admin/>, Jan 26 – April 19, 2026 * Strategies for Supervising Part-Time Employees<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/part-time-staff/>, Feb 9 – March 22, 2026 * Organization and Management of Collections<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/organization-and-management-o…>, Feb 2 – April 26, 2026 * Library Security: Training For Worst Case Scenarios And Everyday Conflicts<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/library-security/>, Feb 16 – March 29, 2026 * Playing Around: The Library’s Role in Playful Learning for Young Children<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/playing-around-the-librarys-r…>, March 2 – April 12, 2026 * NEW! Incorporating Digital Collection Into Your Community Outreach<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/incorporating-digital-collect…>, March 9 – April 5, 2026 * NEW! Cataloging II<https://ischool.wisc.edu/cataloging-ii/>, March 16 – April 26, 2026 * Introduction to Digitization Projects<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/introduction-to-digitization-…>, March 16 – May 10, 2026 * Reference Desk Ready<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/reference-desk-ready/>, March 23 – May 17, 2026 * NEW! Creating Community through Intergenerational Programming<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/creating-community-through-in…>, April 6 – May 3, 2026 * NEW! Basic Preservation Standards for Archives and Special Collections<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/basic-preservation-standards-…>, April 6 – May 17, 2026 See full course offerings: go.wisc.edu/ischool-ce<https://go.wisc.edu/ischool-ce> — Tech Crash Courses: Continuing to Navigate the Generative AI Landscape Register today: go.wisc.edu/4a2ok9<https://go.wisc.edu/4a2ok9> Join us for the next edition of Tech Crash Courses as we dive into how generative AI is impacting library services and instruction. Hear from practitioners in the field as they offer practical guidance, critical insights, and real-world examples of how AI is being used in their library. Whether you’re just beginning to explore generative tools, experimenting with applications in your own work, or reevaluating the role of AI in your organization, there’s a session to fit your needs. Each webinar will be streamed live with human generated captions. Recordings, complete with captions, will be available to registered attendees for 60 days following the end of the series. Webinar Sessions: * Understanding Mis-information, Dis-information, and AI Content, February 5, 12-1pm CST * Less Friction, More Focus: Generative AI for Overburdened and Neurodivergent Librarians, February 12, 12-1pm CST * Navigating the AI Landscape: Information Literacy in the Digital Age, February 19, 12-1pm CST * Teaching, Learning, and Researching with AI: A Panel Discussion, February 26, 12-1pm CST * A New Role for Libraries in the AI Age, March 5, 12-1pm CST — Power Up 2026 March 26, 2026 Virtual Conference Register today: go.wisc.edu/mld85p<https://go.wisc.edu/mld85p> Join youth services managers and staff for one day of virtual learning. Hear from our keynote Lisa Roy, Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC). Concurrent sessions will focus on leveling up your leadership skills, strategic planning and how to best support your team. Each session will be presented live, and recordings will be available to registered attendees for 60 days following the conference. — Questions? Email ce-info(a)ischool.wisc.edu

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LM's "Gather 'Round the Table with Teens" workshop is back!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 17 Dec '25

17 Dec '25

These workshops for library staff working with teens were originally scheduled to be held in May of 2025, however had to be postponed due to funding concerns. The Library of Michigan is happy to announce the new schedule to bring these back for 2026! Please see the details below and register now*, as space is limited. Gather 'Round the Table with Teens In-person workshops, 10:00 am ET - 5:00 pm ET for the following dates/locations: * Monday, April 20, 2026 - Register for this session<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> at Jackson District Library's Meijer Branch, 4699 Airport Road, Jackson, 49202. * Wednesday, April 22, 2026 - Register for this session<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> at Traverse Area District Library's Woodmere Library, 610 Woodmere Ave., Traverse City 49686. * Friday, April 24, 2026 - Register for this session<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> at Gloria Coles Flint Public Library, 1026 E. Kearsley St., Flint, 48503. Food literacy is essential for teens to understand and learn about food in a positive way, including food skills and best food practices. Young Adult library library staff will benefit from this workshop designed to guide libraries to in turn support teens as they explore the impact of food on so many levels of their lives. Food Education Consultant Rebecca Antill will provide in-person workshops on how to plan and deliver nutrition & cooking programs for teens, featuring how to do so with minimal kitchen access. As a former librarian, Rebecca will offer a tailored learning experience that will equip library staff to offer food programming of all levels at their libraries. Basic health and safety information, kitchen classroom management, culinary skills and community partners will all be discussed as participants cook and share time together. Bring your own apron as this cooking workshop is hands-on and very interactive! This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. *Please note we attempted to reach out to that those who were previously registered for 2025. If you did not respond to that messaging, you will need to re-register. 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/> [Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan] [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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Have library mobile phone plan, especially for a single phone?
by aldenlib＠torchlake.com 16 Dec '25

16 Dec '25

Hello all, We are a very small Class 1 library. Several vendors using two-part authentication require listing a mobile phone number with them, so I've had to use my personal phone number for a few. GoDaddy will only let me change a mobile number, not delete it, even though my two methods of confirmation are now email and the Google authenticator app. Do you have a library mobile phone plan? If so, do you recommend it, especially for one line? And/or, do your trustees have mobile phones supplied by the library? Thanks in advance, -- _Susan Riegler_ Susan Riegler, Director Alden District Library 231/331-4318

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Free JAMA: Journal of the American Medical Association microfiche
by Kristin Keyes 16 Dec '25

16 Dec '25

Good afternoon, Bradner Library at Schoolcraft College has some older JAMA microfiche to give away, covering from 1980-1995. If interested, please contact: Kristin Keyes kkeyes(a)schoolcraft.edu Thank you!

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Announcement: Clarke Historical Library Digital Michigan Newspaper Grant 2026
by Marsh, Carrie 16 Dec '25

16 Dec '25

The Clarke Historical Library at Central Michigan University announces its annual competitive grant program to digitize a Michigan newspaper and upload it to the DigMichNews database<https://digmichnews.cmich.edu/>. We welcome applications from Michigan libraries, historical societies, museums, archives, and other nonprofit organizations holding runs of newspapers. Read more about the application requirements and submit your application online<https://www.cmich.edu/research/clarke-historical-library/services/digmich-n…>. Completed applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on January 30, 2026. The Digital Michigan Newspaper Grant program is supported by the Robert and Susan Clarke Endowment, with additional funding provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. For more information, email ClarkeMicrofilm(a)cmich.edu<mailto:ClarkeMicrofilm@cmich.edu> or call (989) 774-4420, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. [cid:image001.png@01DC5D39.A9C21460] Carrie Marsh (she, her) Director | Clarke Historical Library Park Library 142B | 250 Preston Street | Central Michigan University | Mount Pleasant, MI 48858 P: 989-774-3965 | E: marsh4c(a)cmich.edu<mailto:marsh4c@cmich.edu> | www.cmich.edu<http://www.cmich.edu/>

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JOB POSTING: Part-Time Interlibrary Loan Assistant, Parchment Community Library
by Jennie Willard 16 Dec '25

16 Dec '25

Good afternoon, everyone! Parchment Community Library is seeking a customer service-oriented multi-tasker for our open part-time Interlibrary Loan Assistant position. The job description is attached; if you are the person we're looking for, please visit https://www.parchmentlibrary.org/employment/, or send your resume and a cover letter in pdf format, outlining your relevant experience and why you're interested in this role, to Director Jennie Willard at jwillard(a)parchmentlibrary.org <mailto:jwillard@parchmentlibrary.org> . We look forward to meeting you! Jennie Jennie Willard, Library Director 401 S Riverview Dr., Parchment, MI 49004 (269) 343-7747 ext. 203 ParchmentLibrary.org CURRENT HOURS: 9-7 Mo, Tu, We; 9-5 Th, Fri; 9-1 Sa

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Board Meeting Recordings
by Kristen Getzin 16 Dec '25

16 Dec '25

Hi everyone in library land! I have an unusual request this morning. Our library board would like to start recording all of their meetings and posting those online for the general public to view. This is something that our city council does, and they want to follow suit. However, I don't think this is something that most (or any) other library board's do throughout the state. So I decided to take a small survey of the libraries here on Michlib-l. Could you please let me know if your library board video records their meetings, and if those then get posted online for the public to view? Thank you!

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Audiobook cases claimed
by Sara Ault 16 Dec '25

16 Dec '25

Thanks! -- Sara Ault Circulation Manager & Adult Collection Development Brandon Township Public Library 304 South St. Ortonville, MI 48462 248-627-1460 *ENGAGE **•** EDUCATE **•** ENRICH **•** EMPOWER*

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Audiobook cases up for grabs
by Sara Ault 16 Dec '25

16 Dec '25

We are gradually phasing out our audiobooks and have 25-30 new cases that we are not using. All sizes. If you need them, send me a note and your Rides code. Thanks Sara -- Sara Ault Circulation Manager & Adult Collection Development Brandon Township Public Library 304 South St. Ortonville, MI 48462 248-627-1460 *ENGAGE **•** EDUCATE **•** ENRICH **•** EMPOWER*

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MCLS scheduled December closings
by Mary Ruthko 16 Dec '25

16 Dec '25

Hello library community, Please note that MCLS offices will close for various year-end activities as follows: Staff Event Friday, Dec. 19: closing at 1 p.m. Eastern (noon Central) Christmas Tuesday, Dec. 23: closing at 1 p.m. Eastern (noon Central) Wednesday, Dec. 24 Thursday, Dec. 25 New Year Wednesday, Dec. 31: closing at 1 p.m. Eastern (noon Central) Thursday, Jan. 1 Have a safe and happy holiday season! MCLS SERVICE AND PROGRAM CONTACTS Accounting: accounting(a)mcls.org<mailto:accounting@mcls.org> Engagement and Consulting: engagement(a)mcls.org<mailto:engagement@mcls.org> eLicensing and Collection Resources: services(a)mcls.org<mailto:services@mcls.org> Training: training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org> Membership: membership(a)mcls.org<mailto:membership@mcls.org> TALK (Text and Learn for Kindergarten): talkhelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:talkhelp@mcls.org> RIDES: https://mcls.org/rideshelp MeL eResources: melerhelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:melerhelp@mcls.org> MeLCat: melcathelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:melcathelp@mcls.org> MDPN (Michigan Digital Preservation Network): MDPNsupport(a)mcls.org<mailto:MDPNsupport@mcls.org> —The MeL project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. —Support for the MDPN is provided in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Library of Michigan. Mary Ruthko Marketing and Communication Coordinator 517-507-4149 ruthkom(a)mcls.org Schedule a meeting with me<https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/82504839b07649009896aaa10a3d2395…> [cid:48ce6751-6301-4e18-a5a3-a8a37595c2a5] Website<https://www.mcls.org/> | Newsletter<https://www.mcls.org/news/enewsletter> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/midwest-collaborative-for-library-services>

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