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Changing eMaterial Hold Limits Survey Results (So Far)
by Shauna Quick 10 Sep '24

10 Sep '24

*Here are some results from the Changing eMaterial Hold Limits Survey.* *Thanks for responding!* (OOPS! Haven't had a chance to take it yet? Click the link below to share your thoughts!) https://forms.gle/CytnRfBFUtdgXuMc9 5 days left to respond [image: Forms response chart. Question title: Has your eBook Consortium noticed/discussed changes in patron hold limits? . Number of responses: 2 responses.] Always, *Shauna Quick* Implementation Manager, MLIS Brandon Township Public Library 304 South St. Ortonville, MI 48462 (248)627-1472 squick(a)brandonlibrary.org *ENGAGE **•** EDUCATE **•** ENRICH **•** EMPOWER* No Reservation Recommendations: your source for colleague-approved vendors! https://nrr.ninja/

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Call for Participation: Libraries Advancing Community Learning to Reduce Substance Use
by Bradley, Michelle (MDE) 10 Sep '24

10 Sep '24

FYI-Sharing this opportunity for those who may be interested. Michelle Bradley Library Development Manager Library of Michigan 517-335-1507 Subject: Call for Participation: Libraries Advancing Community Learning to Reduce Substance Use Do you feel that your library could do more to help people in recovery from substance abuse? Do you believe in the healing power of reading? Is your library an innovator in these domains? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we want to hear from you! We invite applications<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/lacl.missouri.edu/index.php/apply/__;!!E…> from public library workers and administrators who are interested in participating in an IMLS-funded national forum (Grant #RE-256563-OLS-24), Libraries Advancing Community Learning to Reduce Substance Use (LACL)<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/lacl.missouri.edu/__;!!EErPFA7f--AJOw!Bl…>, which will be held both online and on-site at the Kansas City Public Library on May 15 and 16, 2025. Experts in the library and substance abuse recovery fields will engage participants to envision and create support for people experiencing alcohol use disorder (AUD) and/or substance use disorder (SUD) through reading, bibliotherapy, and peer-to-peer learning circles. Guided breakout discussion sessions will provide opportunities for participants to share knowledge and develop resources to: * facilitate social connections * develop working relationships and partnerships with professionals in the recovery field * recommend therapeutic uses of literature and provide support for reading groups focusing on AUD and/or SUD * support library staff suffering from AUD and/or SUD and secondary trauma * apply effective marketing and outreach tactics that reach people who will benefit from these efforts. The forum will provide the basis for an openly available online toolkit that can be used in public libraries. Selected participants will be able to participate on-site. All on-site participants will expected to actively participate in discussions and contribute to the toolkit. They will be provided with travel, two nights' accommodation at a hotel near the event space, and a stipend for meals not included at the conference. Any library staff member who wishes to learn and contribute to the event can attend the online sessions for free and will be invited to provide feedback on the preliminary materials. Apply: On-site event, Kansas City<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/missouri.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_832xu…> Online-only event<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/missouri.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6R287…> Applications for the on-site event are due October 31, 2024. The project team will review applications and select 50 participants for the on-site forum. We aim to include adult-services public library workers who represent a diverse cross-section of the U.S. (i.e., urban, rural, diverse socio-cultural demographic characteristics, etc.) and from different sizes of libraries. Priority will be given to applicants who have experience with substance abuse recovery programs, facilitating reading and learning groups, outreach, social services, and/or those who represent underserved communities. Notifications of acceptance will be issued by November 30, and selected participants must confirm their participation by December 15. Jenny S. Bossaller<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/sites.google.com/umsystem.edu/bossallerj…> Associate Professor School of Information Science & Learning Technologies University of Missouri

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Summer Symposium Save the Date
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 10 Sep '24

10 Sep '24

CSLP is pleased to announce the date of our Summer Symposium! Thursday, December 5th, 11:00 am - 4:30 pm ET! Registration opens November 6th. Go to www.CSLPreads.org<http://www.CSLPreads.org> for details. [cid:image001.jpg@01DB02CF.DE993530]

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REMINDER: Job Posting: Director, Milllington Arbela District Library
by Erin Schmandt 09 Sep '24

09 Sep '24

Posting on behalf of the Millington Arbela District Library Board: [X]Millington Arbela District Library JOB POSTING: Library Director The Millington Arbela District Library is accepting resumes for the position of Library Director. Opportunity: The Millington Arbela District Library is a Class III library serving a population of over 7,000 in the Village of Millington and Millington and Arbela Townships. Millington is a charming rural community located in the Thumb of Michigan yet conveniently located to thenearby cities of Frankenmuth, Birch Run, Saginaw, Flint, and Bay City. The Southern Links Trailway trail head is located two blocks from the library and brings a variety of recreational opportunities. The Village and surrounding areas have many quaint antique shops, local eateries, parks and hosts many community events, including The Millington Summer Festival and Christmas in the Village. The library is open 57 hours, six days a week with a staff of nineand an approximate annual budget of $330,000. The Millington Arbela District Library is a member of the White Pine Library Cooperative. The Board is seeking a dynamic, positive individual to lead the library. The successful candidate will be a “hands-on” administrator, be visible in the library and in the community, have a vision for library service, and have the ability to articulate that vision to the Board, the staff, and the public. Candidates will have strong technology skills and a vision for the use of technology in providing library services, be an excellent communicator, and have experience in managing and directing employees. A complete job description is available at http://millingtonlibrary.info/ . Key Expectations: The Library Director serves as the executive officer of the library, reporting directly to the Board of Trustees. The Director is responsible for all library functions, including: • Day to day operations • Delivery of library services and programing • Strategic planning, technology, and budgeting • Supervision and management functions • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with community leaders, public officials, professional groups, library employees and the general public. Essential Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree plus 2-3 years of library experience in an increasingly responsible supervisory and/or administrative position • Have completed or have the ability to obtain a Level 3 certification from the Library of Michigan within 1 year of hire date • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with staff, patrons, vendors, and trustees Desired Qualifications: • Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree • Long range and strategic planning experience • A working knowledge of budget preparation, use of QuickBooks software, grant writing and fundraising. Salary and Benefits: Starting Salary Range: $55,000-$60,000 based on qualifications and experience. Benefit package includes paid holidays, vacation, personal days, health insurance and MERS retirement. Job Type: Full time Contact: The Millington Arbela District Library is an equal opportunity employer. Deadline for applications is September 13th,2024. Interested individuals should send a cover letter, a resume, and contact information for three references to: millingtondirectorsearch(a)gmail.com<mailto:millingtondirectorsearch@gmail.com> --

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MiYouth - September 10th
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 09 Sep '24

09 Sep '24

MiYouth Tuesday, September 10, 2024 2:00 - 3:00 PM ET Join LM's Youth Services Advisory Council (YSAC) for networking and discussions on all thing's youth services. Please join us live! In September we will be decompressing from summer reading, as well as brainstorming plans for some lesser known events this coming year, such as Take Your Child to the Library Day.<https://takeyourchildtothelibrary.org/> No need to register, just join us at 2pm ET! (This meeting is not recorded) Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/506813991?pwd=Z2NBMTFES1BlRlNVc2lhbzV1eTJ0QT09 - Password: 454345. MiYouth meetings are open to all public library staff who work with youth in Michigan. 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. Nourishing Michigan's Future during the summer! Find a Summer Food Service Program site nearest you and encourage Michigan's children to Meet Up and Eat Up! www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup> [cid:image001.png@01DAF3AA.2CF8E570] [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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Re: [Michlib-l] Free: Hebrew Children's books GONE
by Valerie Meyerson 09 Sep '24

09 Sep '24

Thank you for your prompt responses - the Hebrew books have found a good home. Val -----Original Message----- From: Valerie Meyerson Sent: Monday, September 9, 2024 12:15 PM To: Michlib-l(a)mcls.org Subject: Free: Hebrew Children's books A dozen or so children's books in Hebrew available free for the first responder.... If you would like them, let me know your RIDES code and I'll send them to you. Thanks - Valerie Meyerson (she/her) Library Director Petoskey District Library

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Wayne Public Library Employment Opportunity | PT Circulation Clerk
by Miranda Cauchi 09 Sep '24

09 Sep '24

Sorry for the double-post! The Wayne Public Library is currently seeking a detail-oriented and enthusiastic candidate to join us as a part-time circulation clerk. If you saw the previous email, it included an outdated attachment. Included here we have the new posting, with the additional hours and the increase in pay range! To apply, please refer to the attached job posting or visit [ https://www.wayne.lib.mi.us/job-postings | our website ] . -- Miranda Cauchi (they/them) Information Services Manager [ https://www.wayne.lib.mi.us/ | Wayne Public Library ] 3737 S. Wayne Rd, Wayne, MI 48184 mcauchi(a)wayne.lib.mi.us 734-721-7832 (ext. 705)

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Employment Opportunity | PT Circulation Clerk
by Miranda Cauchi 09 Sep '24

09 Sep '24

Good afternoon, The Wayne Public Library is seeking a detail-oriented and enthusiastic candidate to join our team as a part-time circulation clerk. To apply, please refer to the attached job posting or visit [ https://www.wayne.lib.mi.us/job-postings | our website ] . Thank you! -- Miranda Cauchi (they/them) Information Services Manager [ https://www.wayne.lib.mi.us/ | Wayne Public Library ] 3737 S. Wayne Rd, Wayne, MI 48184 mcauchi(a)wayne.lib.mi.us 734-721-7832 (ext. 705)

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Order free art books from Art Resources Transfer's Library Program
by A.R.T Library Program 09 Sep '24

09 Sep '24

Art Resources Transfer's Library Program provides free books on art and culture to public institutions nationwide. We warmly invite all public libraries, public schools, prisons, and reading centers to place an order of free books. To get started, simply create an account on our website: https://www.artresourcestransfer.org/register You can then browse our book catalog, which offers 400+ titles published by leading museums, galleries, and independent presses nationwide: https://www.artresourcestransfer.org/library-program Books are entirely free and shipped free of charge. We also offer free online teaching guides and other resources to help you use books in your educational work: https://www.artresourcestransfer.org/resources/guides If you have any questions about participating or placing your order, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at libraryprogram(a)artresourcestransfer.org . Happy reading! Art Resources Transfer

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Upcoming Infopeople Courses - AI Literacy, Basic Spanish, and more!
by Califa Group 09 Sep '24

09 Sep '24

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