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Demco Numeric Labels up for grabs
by Laurie Zachwieja 20 Dec '23

20 Dec '23

Hello, Can anyone use these numeric labels? The color of the labels is yellow. I have numbers 0-9. 2 boxes each of the numbers 3,4,6,8. They are not completely full, but there are still a lot of labels left to use. Please send your RIDES code and I will send them in delivery. First come, first served. Thank you! Happy Holidays to all! Laurie Laurie Zachwieja Part-time Technical Services/MelCat librarian Center Line Public Library 7345 Weingartz Center Line, MI 48015 (586) 758-8274 lzachwieja(a)centerline.gov

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14 day loan labels up for grabs
by Laurie Zachwieja 20 Dec '23

20 Dec '23

Hello, Can anyone use these labels? They come in boxes of 500. I have 6 mostly full boxes and 1 box that is half full. If you can use them, please send your RIDES code and I will send them out in delivery. First come, first served. Happy Holidays to all! Kindly, Laurie Laurie Zachwieja Part-time Technical Services/MelCat librarian Center Line Public Library 7345 Weingartz Center Line, MI 48015 (586) 758-8274 lzachwieja(a)centerline.gov

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MeL eResource Office Hours
by Laura Warren-Gross 20 Dec '23

20 Dec '23

Do you have questions about the MeL eResources? Would it help to walk through an eResource step-by-step? Do you have questions about MeL content, features, or access? If so, dropping in for MeL eResource Office Hours might be just right for you. Office hours will be held the fourth Wednesday of each month 10:00-10:30AM via Zoom. The first session is Wednesday, December 27, 2023 10:00-10:30AM and all Michigan library staff are invited. Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEucO6qrDgoGtxJrOJHb_zkgS-4t7zgYr… [A blue and white poster with a clipboard and a green label Description automatically generated] Laura Warren-Gross MeL Engagement Specialist for Public Libraries Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-481-2022 warren-grossl(a)mcls.org [cid:image002.png@01DA3328.1F1F14D0] mcls.org<https://www.mcls.org/> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/mclsorg> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/midwest-collaborative-for-library-services> [cid:image003.png@01DA3328.1F1F14D0]

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Spring Learning Opportunities from UW-Madison iSchool
by UW iSchool CE 19 Dec '23

19 Dec '23

Power Up: A Leadership Conference for Youth Services Managers & Staff Registration Now Open! March 21 - 22, 2024 in Madison, WI $325 (with slide scale options) Register today: go.wisc.edu/c02752<https://go.wisc.edu/c02752> Power Up brings together youth services librarians and staff from public libraries, schools, after-school programs, museums, and other community partners. This year our opening keynote will be Past President of ALSC and REFORMA and award-winning author Lucia Gonzalez. Closing out the conference will be Mimi Ito, author of eight books, including Hanging Out, Messing Around, and Geeking Out: Youth Living and Learning with New Media. Spring Online Courses 10% early-bird discount for registering at least two weeks early! [NEW] Open Educational Resources 101<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/open-educational-resources-10…>, Feb 12 – Mar 24 Open Educational Resources (OER) are an ever-increasing area of practice for librarians. The OER and broader Open Access movements are gaining momentum as a tool to save students money, provide greater access, and reflect diversity, equity, and inclusion. This course will provide an introduction to what OERs are, the Open Access Movement, and allow students to gain skills in evaluating and searching for resources. * Teens in the Library<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/teens-in-the-library/>, Feb 5 – Mar 17 * Programing with Purpose<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/programming-with-purpose/>, Feb 26 - Mar 24 * [NEW] STEAM for Youth Services<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/steam-for-youth-services/>, Mar 4 – Mar 31 * Reference Desk Ready<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/reference-desk-ready/>, Mar 11 – May 5 * Babies in the Library<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/babies-in-the-library/>, Mar 18 – Apr 28 * Trauma-Informed Care:<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/trauma-informed-care-an-intro…>An Introduction for Libraries<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/trauma-informed-care-an-intro…>, Apr 8 – May 19 * [NEW] Creating a Welcoming Space for<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/creating-a-welcoming-space-fo…> <https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/creating-a-welcoming-space-fo…> Immigrant and Refugee Families<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/creating-a-welcoming-space-fo…>, Apr 8 – May 5 See full course offerings: go.wisc.edu/ischool-ce<https://go.wisc.edu/ischool-ce> Creating Your New Library: Library Space Planning 101 Three-Part Webinar Series Register today: go.wisc.edu/s3sg50<https://go.wisc.edu/s3sg50> Are you looking to make a big or small change to your library’s space, but don’t know where to start? Join John Thompson, consultant and author of “WHAT THE $@!! AM I GETTING MYSELF INTO? A Library Building and Space Planning Guidebook.’” In this three-part webinar series, we walk through the initial steps of assessing your current public library spaces, how to lay the foundation for a successful project, and resources and tools to aid you through your journey. Participants will leave feeling more confident and armed with resources to help create a successful project. * Part 1 - Time to Dream: Assessing Library Space & Service Needs, March 5, 1-2 pm CST * Part 2 - Creating Your Vision, March 12, 1-2 pm CST * Part 3 - Making it Happen, March 19, 1-2 pm CST -- Questions? Email ce-info(a)ischool.wisc.edu

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CSLP Newsletter: December 2023
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 19 Dec '23

19 Dec '23

View this email in your browser<https://mailchi.mp/ddf8a77f3467/cslp-newsletter-august-6685954?e=c18caf2bb6> [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/ed31fdf7-bdb…] Letter from the CSLP Board of Trustees President Dear CSLP Membership, Wow! What a year 2023 was... I'm sure many of us can say this for numerous reasons, but for the Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) it really has been a whirlwind of change and new beginnings. I would like to share my heartfelt thanks to the CSLP Staff, the Board of Directors, and all of our Committee Chairs; for their hard work and diligence guiding us through this past year. We began it without an Executive Director, and with such a small staff that has big impacts. Now we end the year with our new Executive Director, Dawn Krause, and she dove fearlessly into the position, and all that it takes to make the mostly volunteer driven organization that is CSLP work. A huge thanks goes out to Mellissa Hooke, CSLP Office Administrator, for helping guide the organization along so steadfastly. And to Alyssa Graybeal, CSLP Manual Editor, for putting out another fantastic and improved manual, despite all the unknowns. Without these three dedicated employees, the day-to-day of CSLP operations would surely faulter. As for the Board of Directors and Committee Chairs, I almost do not know where to begin. Everyone stepped up to help, from smaller tasks to large ones. We truly would not have made it through this year of change without relying on each other, and that is exactly what makes CSLP unique. CSLP reflects what true librarianship means: working together to provide access to all - CSLP empowers libraries to foster community through inclusive literacy-based programming. And behind the scenes, I find great joy in seeing everyone working together, often going above and beyond, to offer such quality programming and support for libraries. As we ring in the New Year, I am passing the gavel on to President-Elect Donna Throckmorton, and I for one am excited to see what 2024 brings for CSLP. Thank you, Cathy Lancaster, President CSLP Board of Directors [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/2891fd4b-4885-53…] Photo of the 2023 Board of Directors Retreat in New Orleans in March of 2023. CSLP 2023 Survey Results [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/b032b973-d4fd-19…] [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/0b7366b4-c1be-6b…] Incentives With a Purpose! Did you know that every year CSLP carefully curates incentives that not only serve as rewards for participation in the current themed program, but can also be used at different times through the years? Yes, years! Items featuring the 2024 Slogan Adventure Begins At Your Library like Luggage Tag<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…>, Passport Holder<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…>, and Mini Fan<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> let you adventure in style and keep you comfortable! You can also help your young adventurers explore more with a Clip-on Compass Carabiner Key Holder<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…>, Passport to Adventures Sticker Book<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…>, and Adventures in Nature Scavenger Hunt Game<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…>. All of these items are useful beyond 2024 but may not always be available in our store so order some for your patrons and volunteers now. You can also use them as incentives before your summer program officially starts to build enthusiasm. Shop now in our store! [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/2a70e7a1-87fb-b4…] Shop Here<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> Product Reviews in the CSLP Shop Now you can review CSLP products in our shop! In order to get direct and shareable feedback on our product offerings for 2024, we initiated a review section on most product pages. Simply scroll down to the description area of each product and you will see a tab labeled "Review." Choose a star rating and/or insert your comments. Helpful comments include sizing feedback, product durability and how you will use the item in your library programming. Please continue to contact custserv(a)cslpreads.org<mailto:custserv@cslpreads.org> if you have problems with your order or something arrives in poor shape. We won't always see your reviews in a timely enough fashion. If something needs addressing, contact us directly so we can make it right. CSLP reserves the right to remove unhelpful or insulting comments from our product pages. Adventure Partners [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/5c12a3b5-2783-21…] More than ever, the role of libraries is particularly important in helping children learn and thrive through reading. Make sure your library's summer reading program is the best it can be with the new CSLP Adventure Begins at Your Library Brag Tags. Proven to increase summer reading participation! "These Brag Tags are bringing in new patrons. Kids are telling their friends about the Brag Tags and those kids are dragging their parents to the library so they can earn their own brag tag collection. Best marketing tool I've found!" - Marcy P, Sawyer Community Library "Thanks to your wonderful Brag Tags and ball chains, our Summer Reading Program more than doubled! Thank you. You have made my job so much easier, gone are the days of worrying about reading participation." - Carolyn, Public Librarian "Our young borrowers cannot read their books fast enough to qualify for the next Brag Tag in the series. This is the best gift incentive we have offered." - Anne S., Public Librarian Click on the images below to shop! [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/1307c5fe-9c1e-07…]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/381128ba-4374-cc…]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/e313fa3a-bd72-51…]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/f13df023-d972-cf…] [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/663e738b-bef9-0e…] Was this forwarded to you? Click here to sign up for your own copy of the newsletter!<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> [Facebook]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> [Pinterest]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> [Twitter]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> [Website]<https://cslpreads.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd…> Copyright (c) 2023 Collaborative Summer Library Program, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website.

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Jan. 22 Free Webinar: The Prepared Leader: Emerge from Any Crisis More Resilient Than Before
by Kristin Fontichiaro 19 Dec '23

19 Dec '23

May be of interest to library leaders! Free Jan. 22 webinar at 2pm Eastern based on the book *The Prepared Leader: Emerge from Any Crisis More Resilient Than Before *from Ross School of Business's Center for Positive Organizations. This Zoom event is open to the public; you'll receive a Zoom link moments after completing registration. (Note: I'm familiar with the speakers' book but I'm not associated with this event -- please direct questions to cpo-events(a)umich.edu.) Kristin ************ The next crisis might be here now, or it might be around the corner. In no other time in recent history have leaders in every industry and on every continent grappled with so many changes that have independently and simultaneously undermined their ability to lead. Join Erika H. James and Lynn Perry Wooten for a virtual fireside chat with Gretchen Spreitzer where they bring decades of world-renowned research on crisis leadership, diversity and inclusion, management strategy, and positive leadership to the table to help leaders better prepare themselves to lead through crises―and for whatever lies around the corner. They’ll discuss tools and frameworks from their book, *The Prepared Leader: Emerge from Any Crisis More Resilient Than Before <https://jamesandwooten.com/the-prepared-leader/>*, for addressing and learning from crises so you can navigate through the distinct challenges of today and tomorrow. James and Wooten forcefully argue that the time to prepare is always. ------------------------------ Positive Links Speaker Series Sponsors The Center for Positive Organizations thanks Sanger Leadership Center <http://michiganross.umich.edu/sanger>, Tauber Institute for Global Operations <http://www.tauber.umich.edu/>, and Samuel Zell & Robert H. Lurie Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies <http://zli.umich.edu/> for their support of the 2023-24 Positive Links Speaker Series. ------------------------------ Positive Links Series Promotional Partners Additionally, we thank Ann Arbor SPARK <https://annarborusa.org/> and the Managerial and Organizational Cognition (MOC) Division of the Academy of Management <https://moc.aom.org/home> for their Positive Links Speaker Series promotional partnerships. -- Kristin Fontichiaro Clinical Professor University of Michigan School of Information 4427 North Quad 105 S. State St. Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285 734.647.3593 Blog <http://fontichiaro.com/activelearning> | Book an Appointment (school year only) <https://www.google.com/calendar/selfsched?sstoken=UUFHX1E5cXRtYUVQfGRlZmF1b…> *Projects:* Michigan Makers <http://michiganmakers.si.umich.edu> | Making in Michigan Libraries <http://makinglibraries.si.umich.edu> Data Literacy in High School <http://dataliteracy.si.umich.edu> | Public Library Management MOOC <http://ai.umich.edu/portfolio/public-library-management/>

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REMINDER - Librray Law Office Hours This THURSDAY DECEMBER 21
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 18 Dec '23

18 Dec '23

Hello! LIBRARY LAW OFFICE HOURS are this THURSDAY, DECEMBER 21. If you have a simple library law related question, please join me on Thursday December 21, at 3:00pm Registration is required to participate: Register in advance for this meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqdO6uqD8pEt31yRiFFRZkHDc96mWbdi… After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Thanks! I hope to “see” you! 😊 Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. “If there is any fixed star in our constitutional constellation,it is that no official, high or petty, can prescribe what shall be orthodox in politics, nationalism, religion, or other matters of opinion….” West Va. Bd. Of Ed. V. Barnette, 319 U.S., at 642. The Michigan School Meals program allows for all public school students, grades Pre-K to 12, to eat breakfast and lunch for free. Learn more<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/food/michigan-school-meals>. [cid:image001.jpg@01DA31A2.896D0FE0]

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NEW: Executive Director search - Dauphin County Library System (PA)
by Beth Barker 18 Dec '23

18 Dec '23

Executive Director - Dauphin County Library System (PA) The Dauphin County Library System (PA)<https://www.dcls.org/> Board of Trustees seeks an inspiring leader capable of fostering lasting relationships with key stakeholders to build community and transform lives by connecting people, ideas, and opportunities. The Executive Director will be responsible for providing quality public library service to the residents of Dauphin County through eight locations, a mobile library, a $7.8 million budget, and 132 FTE of staff. The library is a private, nonprofit corporation with 501(c)(3) status and is governed by a 17-member Board of Trustees-five appointed annually by the Dauphin County Commissioners, and 12 elected for three-year terms. Key initiatives include the development and execution of a new strategic plan, discovering new sources of funding and support, and continuing to foster an environment of growth and enthusiasm within the DCLS staff. Home to Pennsylvania's state capital, Harrisburg, more than 286,000 people call Dauphin County home. Bordered to the west by the Susquehanna River, the county offers a serene escape for nature enthusiasts with many parks, trails, and conservation areas. With Hershey Gardens and the iconic Hersheypark, residents enjoy indulging in sweet adventures and family fun. Harrisburg also boasts the National Civil War Museum, a vibrant and charming downtown with lively shops and restaurants, and the State Museum of Pennsylvania. For its 2023-2024 Best Places to Live list, US News and World Report placed Harrisburg ahead of all other metro areas in the Commonwealth. In its report, US News lauded Harrisburg for such attributes as affordability, a strong arts scene, easy access to the great outdoors, and proximity to larger cities. The area maintains a small-town feel while being less than a three-hour drive from Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington D.C., New York, and New Jersey. Responsibilities: The Executive Director reviews and updates the strategic plan and formulates and implements operational goals within the library system addressing the short- and long-range goals as determined by the Board of Trustees; meets with various community partners/stakeholders, governmental agencies, and elected officials to update and discuss library concerns and objectives; prepares reports in cooperation with the senior management team for presentation to the Board of Trustees and governmental agencies; designs and implements policy decisions relating to all aspects of the library operation; serves as liaison with community organizations and the public to establish positive relationships for mutual benefit of the community and the library system; and oversees the responsibility of key operations: facilities, finance, fund raising, information technology, marketing, personnel, public services through the management of the respective senior management team, as well as overseeing the activities of the Capital Area Library District. A full list of responsibilities and expectations are listed in the job description below. Qualifications: An American Library Association-accredited master of library science degree and five years of public library experience with at least five years of experience in an administrative or executive capacity are required. The ideal candidate will have experience running a multi-branch system, understand the intricacies of city and county government and Pennsylvania state government funding, and the ability to effectively communicate up and down an organizational structure. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $125,000 - $140,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<https://bradburymiller.com/>. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or PDF attachments to Briana Trudell<mailto:brianatrudell@bradburymiller.com> (brianatrudell(a)braburymiller.com<mailto:brianatrudell@braburymiller.com>). This position closes on Sunday, January 21, 2023. View the most up to date version of this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links at https://bradburymiller.com/job/dauphin-pa/. The Library respects and values the uniqueness of each individual, recognizing that each person brings a unique perspective and experience to advance our mission. The Library maintains a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in our employment practices, prioritizing diversity by eliminating barriers to the hiring process and encouraging diversity in ideas and viewpoints. The Library is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture<https://hiring.monster.com/resources/workforce-management/diversity-in-the-…>. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. The Library is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, services and programs. To request reasonable accommodation related to the application process, contact the Human Resources department at human_resources(a)dcls.org<mailto:human_resources@dcls.org> or call 717-234-4961 extension 1113. Bradbury Miller Associates team members will be on hiatus December 21 - January 1. We look forward to returning to work in the new year engaged and refreshed. 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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Local Author Suggestions
by Julie Farkas 17 Dec '23

17 Dec '23

Hello! If you have hosted a successful and engaging in-person Adult author event in the past year (2023), please send me your recommendations! Fiction and Non-Fiction suggestions welcome! Criteria: - Local to MI or OH for ease of traveling - Cost for the speaking engagement - Does the author sell their own books? - Age of audience 18+ Please reach out directly to me! Thank you, Julie *Julie Farkas* - Library Director (she/her/hers) Novi Public Library 45255 W. Ten Mile Rd. Novi MI 48375 *Office: * 248-869-7233 | *Mobile: * 248-331-7815 www.novilibrary.org *Inform. Inspire. Include.*

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 15 Dec '23

15 Dec '23

YALSA Updates Save the date! Upcoming YALSA Webinar<https://www.ala.org/yalsa/onlinelearning/webinar>: Teen Volunteering for Everyone and Every Library Your teen volunteer program should be as flexible, equitable, and intersectional as possible in order to allow for as many participants as possible. We will discuss new ideas of how to make the most of your summer volunteers to attract new participants and to ensure success for both the teens and your library. Date and Time: February 15, 2024 at 1 PM CDT - Registration to be announced via YALSA YALSA is currently looking for feedback about previous and future Symposiums. The purpose of this survey is to get feedback from YALSA or non-YALSA members about their Symposium preferences. There are 14 questions in total and the survey should take about 2-5 minutes to complete. The feedback you give us will help us determine the way in which YALSA will move forward with the planning of future Symposiums. Please complete the survey by Friday, December 29th 2023 at 11:59 PM CST. Thank you! Take the survey here<https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TMZHXCD>. Resources NNLM Mark your calendars for the Network of the National Library of Medicine's "Social Determinants of Environmental Health Webinar Series", March 5-April 2, 2024! This series will feature experts in social determinants of environmental health, who will present on environmental health disparities and populations disproportionately burdened by environmental hazards, share informative resources, and discuss interventions to reduce environmental health disparities. Speakers include: Dr. Sandro Galea, The Blue Marble Librarians, SciStarter and more. FAFSA Toolkit Getting your students to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can have a high return on investment when it comes to post-secondary attainment in your building. To help Principals and other educators promote FAFSA completion, Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals (MASSP) has put together a toolkit of free resources<https://massp.com/fafsa_toolkit>. Use it, share it, and let's help Michigan students maximize their post-secondary opportunities! Smokey Bear Reading Challenge The USDA Forest Service, in collaboration with the Georgia Public Library Service, is excited to announce the Smokey Bear Reading Challenge in celebration of Smokey Bear's 80th Birthday in 2024! They're collaborating with public library systems across the country for this year-long challenge. This challenge is meant to complement CSLP's "Adventure Begins at Your Library," and is designed to be a fun and easy way to engage children in reading about wildfire prevention, forests, and natural resource careers, while exploring their local environment. Celebrate Smokey's 80th Birthday by joining the Smokey Bear Reading Challenge. Public libraries are invited to run the challenge for those 4 to 10 years of age, from January 1st to November 28th, 2024. We are asking Michigan library systems sign-up under 1 point of contact, using this form: https://forms.gle/wmwhc8ZubCEQy2VN9 Important things to note: * CSLP "Adventure Begins at Your Library" - The Collaborative Summer Library Program is partnering with the US Forest Services and these themes will tie nicely together! Be on the lookout this winter to hear who the 2024 Summer Reading Champion is... (If you attended CSLP's Summer Symposium<https://www.cslpreads.org/summer-symposium/> last week, you may have heard about this! Session recordings should be available soon, FYI.) * READsquared - I am working with US Forest Services and R2 to try get this in as a pre-made challenge. You can also use the art from the toolkit to make your own challenge. Beanstack is also apparently offering this as a challenge, too. * Reporting - In Dec 2024 I will be asking all libraries who signed-up to complete a survey that includes the number of your participants & their zip codes, so be sure to track that information. * Toolkit -You can download and print these materials in-house or send to a printer: https://smokeybear.com/library-toolkit-reading-challenge. * Note: No alterations or variations should be made to graphics or promotional materials. * This toolkit includes poster, bookmarks, sticker/button, reading log, and numerous incentives and marketing materials. Ready to Read Michigan Presents: Little Books, Big Feelings with The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art Tuesday, January 23, 2024 2:00-3:30pm ET (90 minutes) Join us LIVE - Limited registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> only for those who can attend LIVE, this will not be recorded. What stories do we tell to create safe and supportive learning spaces? This workshop will explore how to use picture books to help young people identify and manage emotions, navigate relationships, and cope with difficult situations. #ReadyToReadMi Summer Programming Webinars from LM Zoo Adventures Begin at Your Library! Thursday, February 1, 2024 2:00-3:00pm ET Registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…>, this webinar will be recorded. Join the Detroit Zoo for a one-hour webinar to discover hands-on science activities that will inspire animal exploration all summer long. Incorporate zoo adventures into your summer reading! Join the Detroit Zoo for a one-hour webinar to discover hands-on science activities that will inspire animal exploration all summer long. From activities on tigers to penguins, receive the outlines and book recommendations you need for wildly fun learning at your library. Let the Adventures Begin! Summer Library Programming Round Table Thursday, February 22, 2024 2:00-3:30pm ET (90 mins) Join us LIVE - Limited registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> only for those who can attend LIVE, this will not be recorded. Join the conversation on summer library programming with your peers. Bring your ideas, materials, and plans to share with others across Michigan on all things Summer Library Programming for early childhood, school-age, and tweens & teens. We'll also hear from a few key partners that can help make your summer library programming a success. Adventures in Summer Marketing! 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! These programs are supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Enjoy the warmer temps this weekend, 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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