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Cookbook Clubs
by Maria Williams 06 Oct '23

06 Oct '23

Greetings Anna and Michlib, I receive the digest and Gmail makes it hard/impossible to reply to threads that way, so please forgive my out-of-thread response. In a previous job at a different library I ran a successful cookbook club from 2016-2020 (pre-COVID). The club met quarterly so I chose 4 books per year. My (flexible) criteria was to choose 1 general all-purpose title, 1 primarily vegetarian title, 1 international/cultural cuisine, and 1 wildcard. I purchased several copies of the book for our collection and made sure it was pretty available to request via interloan. I also kept a copy at the reference desk for people to browse and they could make copies (for free). I asked attendees to email their selection prior to the meeting, and I tried to keep duplicate selections to a minimum. The library provided all the plateware and beverages. On the night of the meeting everyone would come and set up their dishes. I made index cards available for people to label things and indicate allergens, vegetarian and vegan options, and etc. No one increased the recipe yields, everyone just took a little of all the dishes and there was always more than enough to go around. Once everyone dished up and had a little time to eat, we went around the room and each person talked about what they brought and the experience of making it. Our Friends group provided money so that we could give away 5-10 copies of each selection to registered attendees, which I did via a random drawing of registrants. People were always SO excited to get a free cookbook. Some highlights: - When we cooked *Sister Pie* we invited Lisa Ludwinski and she joined us for a celebration of her delicious pies - When we cooked *Vibrant India* many participants bought ingredients they'd never used before from a local Indian grocer who was very excited to learn about the club - When we cooked *The Outdoor Table* we did it picnic-style and met at a local park It is, hands down, my favorite library program I have ever done. I regularly had 40-50 attendees, ages 13-80+. Married couples attended, parents and their adult children attended, moms and their teens attended. People became friends and went out for drinks afterwards. It was enormous fun and also very professionally rewarding, I'd encourage any librarian who is considering starting a cookbook club to go for it! M. -- Maria Williams Assistant Director Northville District Library 212 W. Cady Street Northville, MI 48167 248-349-3020, ext. 208 mwilliams(a)northvillelibrary.org Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/9555257?utm_medi…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/9555257?utm_medi…> [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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MLA Humans of MI Libraries Project
by Oliver Brown 06 Oct '23

06 Oct '23

Hello all!! My name is Oliver, and I am the Social Media Intern for the Michigan Library Association this semester. I am reaching out because MLA is spotlighting library workers and other members of the library community, and I was hoping you would be interested in being a part of our series on social media. This project is inspired by Humans of New York<https://umich-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/2EyJyqMP5vJ39gcu5W6r0kIxnqyciZRT7c…>. In our series, we are highlighting stories of librarianship all over Michigan on MLA social media accounts using the hashtag #HumansofMILibraries. With these short interviews and photos, we hope to showcase a more personal side of Michigan libraries! It’s easy to participate and we would love to feature you! Please answer any question or prompt below in about ~100-150 words and grab a photo or two of yourself in your library. Then just email your answer and photo at this email address. The photos and full answers will be posted to the MLA Instagram and Facebook accounts along with your first and last name and the name of your library. Your library will also be tagged on social media. Question/prompt: * Describe a specific moment when a library patron has made an impact on you. * Describe an event in your life that made you want to pursue librarianship. * What has been your proudest moment with the library? * Is there anything you hope to see change in libraries, why is it important to you? Photo notes: * This is a great chance to show off your library spaces as well! * Make sure your photo is clear and well lit. * No photo editing or filters please. * Please do not send professional photos that need photo credit or permission to use. If you are interested in participating, please respond directly to me at rapha3ls98(a)gmail.com, within 10 days. Thank you so much for your time and I hope to hear back from you! Thanks, Oliver Brown He/Him rapha3ls98(a)gmail.com MLA Social Media Strategist Intern

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Cookbook Clubs
by Anna Merritt 06 Oct '23

06 Oct '23

Hello All, For those who run Cookbook Clubs at their libraries- how do you structure it? Do you have everyone sign up for what recipes they are going to make? Do you check out copies of the actual cook book or just make photo copies of the recipes? When you meet up, do you just talk about the recipes? Do you offer information and discussion based on the theme of the cookbook? Any feedback on how you organize this type of book club would be most helpful! Anna Merritt Assistant Director Richland Community Library 8951 Park Street Richland, MI 49083 (269) 629-9085 https://www.richlandlibrary.org/ -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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MCLS website survey - we need your input!
by Mary Ruthko 06 Oct '23

06 Oct '23

Help us create the website you need. MCLS is currently in the research stage of a complete website redesign, and we need your help! Our partner in this project, 3Lane Marketing, has created a survey we encourage you to fill out by 5 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 6. Your feedback and insights will help them develop and design mcls.org<https://www.mcls.org>. The survey is open to any and all stakeholders and partners! The anticipated time to complete is approximately 7 minutes. We value your insights and look forward to seeing your response! Take the survey here: [https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZKW3J8X] [https://www.surveymonkey.com/collect/images/default_custom_meta_image.jpg]<https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZKW3J8X> MCLS Website Survey (External)<https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZKW3J8X> Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free. www.surveymonkey.com Thank you for your support! Mary Ruthko (she/her) Marketing and Communication Coordinator Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-507-4149 ruthkom(a)mcls.org<mailto:ruthkom@mcls.org> [cid:71699e3d-6bba-4cd4-b373-a76fc50cec2f] 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> Schedule a meeting with me<https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/82504839b07649009896aaa10a3d2395…>

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FW: PRESS RELEASE: Michiganders Asked for Feedback on Using $1.6B in Federal Funding to Expand High-Speed Internet Access Across the State
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 06 Oct '23

06 Oct '23

FYI Draft first stage plan for Improving Broadband Access using federal funds. Libraries are considered "Community Anchor Institutions." 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@01D9F842.8D421AF0] From: Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity <LEO(a)govsubscriptions.michigan.gov> Sent: Friday, October 6, 2023 10:04 AM To: Membiela, Clare (MDE) <MembielaC(a)michigan.gov> Subject: PRESS RELEASE: Michiganders Asked for Feedback on Using $1.6B in Federal Funding to Expand High-Speed Internet Access Across the State [LEO Banner] --- PRESS RELEASE --- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, October 6, 2023 CONTACT: Nicole Klisch<mailto:klischn@michigan.gov> <mailto:olsend1@michigan.gov>517-512-5209 Michiganders Asked for Feedback on Using $1.6B in Federal Funding to Expand High-Speed Internet Access Across the State Michigan High-Speed Internet Office opens public comment on Volume 1 of Michigan's BEAD Initial Proposal Lansing, Mich.-The Michigan High-Speed Internet Office (MIHI) is now accepting public comment on Volume 1 of Michigan's Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) Initial Proposal. Public comments will be used to help draft MIHI's proposal for how Michigan will use the historic $1.559 billion funding allocation from the BEAD Act<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVy…> to expand access to high-speed internet service to more homes, businesses and community anchor institutions in the state. As of 2023, close to 500,000 Michigan households are unserved or underserved by high-speed internet infrastructure and another 730,000 households face barriers related to a combination of affordability, adoption, device access and digital literacy. This means approximately 30% of Michigan households do not have an affordable, reliable high-speed internet connection that meets their needs. The BEAD funding will be used to close the digital divide. "Michiganders who lack connectivity miss out on education, healthcare and economic opportunities. We are working to create a more digitally equitable Michigan where everyone can leverage technology to improve their quality of life and ensure Michigan can compete in the global economy," said LEO Director Susan Corbin. "We want give to give all Michigan residents the opportunity to have a say in how the state plans to spend this historic funding." The initial proposal complements both the BEAD Five-Year Action Plan <https://www.michigan.gov/leo/-/media/Project/Websites/leo/Documents/MIHI/BE…> and the State Digital Equity Plan<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVy…>. The two plans offer a vision of how MIHI will work to comprehensively address connectivity challenges and create a more digitally equitable state, while Volume 1 of the BEAD Initial Proposal<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVy…> represents the first part of MIHI's implementation plan. Volume 2 of the Initial Proposal will be released for public comment in the coming weeks. "Every Michigander deserves the opportunity to improve their quality of life with access to high-speed internet," said Eric Frederick, Chief Connectivity Officer. "The MIHI Office has and always will take a listen first approach. We encourage all Michigan residents to have their voice heard and provide feedback on Volume 1 of the BEAD Initial Proposal." Volume 1 of the Initial Proposal outlines the process that MIHI will implement to identify every home, business and institution in the state that is eligible to be connected to the internet through the BEAD Program. To ensure no locations across the state are missed, the process will allow local units of government, non-profit organizations and internet service providers to supply evidence to MIHI if locations are unserved, underserved or served by high-speed internet. Public comment on Volume 1 of the BEAD Initial Proposal is open now through 11:59 p.m. on October 31, 2023. Comments may be submitted through a webform or MIHI will also accept comments by postal mail. Learn more about the initial proposal and how to submit a comment by visiting MIHI's website at Michigan.gov/MIHI<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVy…>. ### Expanding High-Speed Internet for Michiganders Governor Whitmer believes every family and business in Michigan deserves access to a reliable, affordable high-speed internet connection that meets their needs. High-speed internet expands economic opportunity for families, enhances educational experiences for students, and allows for remote access to key health care services. * Provided over 23,000 homes, businesses and community anchor institutions like schools and libraries high-speed internet access since taking office. * Set a state goal to provide 100% access to high-speed internet and 95% adoption by households during the next five years. * Provided high-speed internet access to more than 18,000 homes and businesses, through the Connecting Michigan Communities Grant Program. * Leveraged over $700 million in federal funding and signed the Building Michigan Together Plan that invested $249 million to connect more families and small businesses to fast, reliable high-speed internet that meets their needs. * Named a Chief Connectivity Officer to lead the state's broadband efforts and leverage funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). * Created the Michigan High-Speed Internet Office and the Connecting Michigan Task Force to coordinate the state's high-speed internet work and align the work with economic development opportunities. [LEO Mission and Vision. Visit Michigan.gov/LEO to learn more.]<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVy…> ________________________________ Update your subscriptions, modify your password or email address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDUsInVy…>. You will need to use your email address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please visit subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDYsInVy…>. 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Job Postings – Waterford Township Public Library – Librarian I – Part Time
by Rogers, Joan 06 Oct '23

06 Oct '23

Greetings All, The Waterford Township Public Library seeks 2 librarians for the following openings. Librarian I – Part-Time – Adult/Teen Services and Librarian I – Part-Time – Children’s Services General Description: Under the general direction of the Librarian II or designee, performs a variety of library tasks requiring a working knowledge of library procedures. Duties may include planning and conducting age appropriate library programs, assisting patrons with reference and reader’s advisory questions, assisting patrons with the use of computers, printers, software and downloadable digital resources, and assisting with the selection and maintenance of the library collection. 20 hours/week Wages: $25.27/hour - $29.72/hour See attached for details. Our library is a Township department. To apply please download The Waterford Township General Employment Application<https://www.waterfordmi.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5799/Waterford-Township-Gen…> from the Township’s Human Resources Department, complete and email a copy to Arlene Ward<mailto:award@waterfordmi.gov> along with your resume and references. [Twp logo] Joan M. Rogers, MSLS Library Director 5168 Civic Center Dr Waterford MI 48329 p. 248.618.7691 jrogers(a)waterfordmi.gov Office Hours, generally: Monday – Friday, 8:00a-5:00p

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student library cards
by Mary Harrison 06 Oct '23

06 Oct '23

Good Morning MichLibL, Has your library completed a project to register an entire school for "student" library cards? We are looking to do that in Coloma for our High School. I am hoping to see samples of letters written to parents and any special rules or policies that your library has for student cards. Is your program "opt-in" or "opt-out". Thanks for any wisdom you can share with our library. Happy Friday, Mary Mary Jean Harrison Director Coloma Public Library 151 W. Center Street PO Box 430 Coloma Michigan 49038 269-468-3431 <http://www.colomapubliclibrary.net/> www.colomapubliclibrary.net The most important asset of any library goes home at night - the library staff. Timothy Healy

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JDL Local History Librarian II
by Wayne, Danah 06 Oct '23

06 Oct '23

Two Days Left! Apply Now! Jackson District Library is looking for a Local History Librarian with a passion for preserving and sharing local history! As a member of the Community Engagement team, this person will have the opportunity to connect with individuals and organizations outside of the library, including Jackson County's many museums, historical societies, and genealogical societies. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with archival and digitization practices as well as programming and public speaking. In conversations with patrons and coworkers the Librarian II is expected to be JDL's biggest advocate. We are seeking someone that uses customer service talents to build relationships with patrons and the community. Someone that has taken the initiative, and used good time management skills to support their coworkers. Someone with problem solving aptitudes and the ability to take direction and lead with optimism. APPLY HERE: Job Listings - Jackson District Library Jobs (applicantpro.com)<https://myjdl.applicantpro.com/jobs/> LOCAL HISTORY LIBRARIAN II Community Engagement Hours: 40/week Salary: 28.47/hr Reports to: Community Engagement Manager Apply by: October 8, 2023 Danah D Wayne (she/her) Human Resources Manager Jackson District Library O: 517-905-1306 C: 517-936-7576 F: 517- 780-4744 wayned(a)myjdl.com<mailto:wayned@myjdl.com> [cid:image001.png@01D9F835.893B4BA0]

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Join us for MeL eResource Office Hours!
by Laura Warren-Gross 06 Oct '23

06 Oct '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, October 25, 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] This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. Hope to see you there! Laura Laura Warren-Gross MeL Engagement Specialist for Public Libraries Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-481-2022 warren-grossl(a)mcls.org [cid:image001.png@01D9F833.254D3E20] 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:image002.png@01D9F833.254D3E20]

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Serials Cataloging spots available from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 06 Oct '23

06 Oct '23

Don't miss your chance for this Serials Cataloging workshop! Serials Cataloging<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/646e329527812a7fa4195d60> 3-day class, October 17-19, 2-4pm Eastern (1-3pm Central) Qualifies for 6 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! For this and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here https://store.mcls.org To learn about our Essential Workplace Skills and Cataloging Certificate program, click here https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/ ************************************* Gwen Haviland Membership & Training Coordinator/Project Specialist Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-220-9950 training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org>

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