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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 24 Jul '25

24 Jul '25

Short and sweet this week - I hope your summer library programming has been going swimmingly! (And maybe you should too - stay cool.) Resources Building Community-Based Summers Keep your eyes peeled for an announcement coming from me early next week on more opportunities to be a part of the growing cohort of libraries building community-based summers! The Milaan Foundation's The Becoming Initiative We are thrilled to introduce The Becoming Initiative — a year-long leadership and well-being program designed to support young people ages 14–18 from underserved communities. This program aims to nurture the next generation of changemakers by combining mental wellness, social-emotional learning, and future-readiness skills in an engaging, holistic framework. Feel free to share The Becoming Initiative's flyer with youth in your library: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jKg9X6dtzL_aPvtQCNVNDvoWt1CXbk9Q/view?usp=… ALA News ALA is excited to announce a new professional development event created for the library community-by the library community. Next February, ALA will host a one-day virtual conference designed to equip library professionals with timely insights and practical tools to navigate an ever-evolving landscape. As we shape this event, your input is essential. Building on your feedback from this year's Annual Conference, we're committed to ensuring the 2026 virtual event-and the launch of our 150th anniversary-reflects what matters most to you. Help us design a conference that delivers real value to our members by completing a brief survey<https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9LWW5CX>. Your responses will directly inform the event's content and format. The survey will close on July 30. 👉 Complete the Survey<https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9LWW5CX> Thank you for helping us create a learning experience that is meaningful and relevant to today's library professionals. ALSC and YALSA Reunification<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMjA0Njg4MyZwPT…> There's Still Time to Submit Initial Feedback. As you may have heard in our initial email to members in June and at our Membership Meeting at ALA Annual, ALSC and YALSA will be reunifying. YALSA will dissolve on August 31, 2026 and the two divisions will be reunified on September 1, 2026. An in-depth member survey will be coming in the future, but in the meantime, you are welcome to submit your initial feedback using this form<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMjA0Njg4MyZwPT…>. You can also see our FAQ page here<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMjA0Njg4MyZwPT…>. The #ALAAC25<https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/alaac25?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZW4I5Yd1Jmjp…> session everyone’s been talking about is coming to C-SPAN! Tune in this Sunday, July 27 at 4:35 PM EDT to see Carla Hayden, former Librarian of Congress, talk with Kwame Alexander about her remarkable career & the unexpected firing that rocked the library world. www.c-span.org/bookTv/<http://www.c-span.org/bookTv/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExeUE2UkprbllX…> 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<https://lists.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/miyouth> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. [cid:015799de-ef24-4272-a1bd-4516b0e0dbcd] 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! Michigan.gov/MeetUpEatUp<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup>. [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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Cataloging workshops from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 24 Jul '25

24 Jul '25

Register soon for the following workshop from MCLS! Original Descriptive Cataloging of Monographs Using RDA<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/682cb7b1df7c71eadd5aa3bf> 3-day class, August 5-7, 10am-12pm Eastern (9-11am Central) Qualifies for 6 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! Cataloging Local Government Documents<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/682cb839df7c71eadd5ac36d> [only offered annually] 1-day class, August 7, 1-4pm Eastern (noon-3pm Central) Qualifies for 3 SCECHs for Michigan school library staff! For these and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here store.mcls.org<https://store.mcls.org/> To learn about our Essential Workplace Skills and Cataloging Certificate programs, click here mcls.org/training-events/certification<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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Fw: Seeking your Input - Upcoming Workshop Series on Building a Student Workforce for Summer Meals Program
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 24 Jul '25

24 Jul '25

Please note the opportunity<https://mailchi.mp/strength/summersurvey-6124641?e=4bdeb6c050> <https://mailchi.mp/strength/summersurvey-6124641?e=4bdeb6c050> below from No Kid Hungry. 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<https://lists.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/miyouth> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. [cid:9726b751-5898-418c-8bff-588c1f1f0104] 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! Michigan.gov/MeetUpEatUp<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup>. [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/>. ________________________________ From: No Kid Hungry Center for Best Practices <bestpractices(a)strength.org> Sent: Thursday, July 24, 2025 1:22 PM To: Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) <LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov> Subject: Seeking your Input - Upcoming Workshop Series on Building a Student Workforce for Summer Meals Program CAUTION: This is an External email. Please send suspicious emails to abuse(a)michigan.gov [https://mcusercontent.com/283504c3b3add96827a4ae4b9/images/1d7899d1-fa66-19…] ATTENTION— WE ARE SEEKING CANDIDATES FOR AN UPCOMING WORKSHOP SERIES: STAFFING YOUR SUMMER MEALS PROGRAM WITH A STUDENT WORKFORCE [https://mcusercontent.com/283504c3b3add96827a4ae4b9/images/e8b4c86d-d7b6-12…] We want to support you in meeting staffing needs for your summer meals programming in the years to come. Student workers can be a great way to meet this need, but proper preparation and guidelines are essential to ensuring success with these programs. With the successful launch of our Student Workforce Toolkit<https://nokidhungry.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=283504c3b3add96827a4…>, we are soliciting interest and potential candidates to participate in a new, interactive workshop series this fall, designed to help you build a student workforce or volunteer brigade to fill staffing vacancies in your summer meals program for 2026. If you are interested in learning more and applying to participate in this workshop cohort, click here: Take the Survey Here<https://nokidhungry.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=283504c3b3add96827a4…> Copyright (C) 2025 No Kid Hungry - Center for Best Practices. All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you are a valued partner with the No Kid Hungry Center for Best Practices. Our mailing address is: No Kid Hungry - Center for Best Practices 1030 15th St, NW Suite 1100 Washington, DC 20005 USA View in browser<https://mailchi.mp/strength/summersurvey-6124641?e=4bdeb6c050>

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The Rochester Hills Public Library is Hiring Hourly Librarians
by Wendy Lehman 24 Jul '25

24 Jul '25

The Rochester Hills Public Library (RHPL) is searching for the next member of its team. RHPL has an opening for an Hourly Librarian <https://a82311ee-f983-49c9-b223-94244d462312.usrfiles.com/ugd/a82311_c75cc1…>. If public librarianship is your passion and you want to work with a vibrant and innovative team, this is the position for you. The Rochester Hills Public Library is located in downtown Rochester, MI and is part of The Library Network and Metro Net Consortium, and we utilize the Polaris ILS as our computer system. RHPL is an anchor in the community with a strong commitment to outreach and innovation. The mission of the RHPL is to empower people to explore and create with resources that enlighten, educate, entertain, and inform. If you are passionate about providing exceptional library service in a future-focused library system, we want you to apply and join our team <http://rhpl.org/employment>! Applications are due by Friday, August 8, 2025. Wendy Lehman (she/her/hers), M.Ed. Head of Youth Services, Rochester Hills Public Library 248-650-7142 | wendy.lehman(a)rhpl.org | www.rhpl.org 500 Olde Towne Rd, Rochester MI, 48307 <https://maps.google.com/?q=500%20Olde%20Town%20Rd,%20Rochester%20MI,%2048307>

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Job Posting - Assistant Professor, Humanities Librarian, Oakland University (Rochester, MI)
by Amanda Nichols Hess 24 Jul '25

24 Jul '25

**PLEASE EXCUSE CROSS-POSTINGS** Assistant Professor, Humanities Librarian Oakland University’s Kresge Library seeks an innovative, collaborative, and service-oriented humanities librarian to join us in fostering academic excellence and student success by expertly integrating teaching, information and technology to advance the learning, research and creative activities of our faculty and students. The successful candidate will serve as subject specialist and liaison to one or more academic departments in the humanities and to the thriving Honors College, and will be responsible for providing in-depth research and instructional support to faculty and students; developing relevant, responsive collections in all formats; and promoting library resources and services to the campus community. Responsibilities include: - Faculty and departmental liaison work, building relationships and collaborating with humanities departments - Collection development and management for humanities disciplines, including selecting, evaluating, and deselecting materials in various formats - Information literacy instruction, including developing and teaching library workshops, tutorials, and course-integrated sessions in multiple formats, and creation of research guides and instructional materials specific to humanities disciplines - Reference services and research consultations to support faculty and students in the humanities and other disciplines - Maintaining current awareness of issues, trends, standards, and best practices in higher education and the library and information science profession, including those related to subject area and scholarly communication - Contributing to broader scholarly conversations through publications and presentations - Participating in library, university, and professional service activities Minimum qualifications: - Master of Library Science degree or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program. - Demonstrated subject knowledge in humanities-related disciplines. This is a tenure-track faculty position with an eight-month schedule; attainment of tenure is dependent upon job performance, scholarship, and service. Salary will be determined by credentials and experience. Oakland University offers excellent fringe benefits including TIAA/CREF retirement plan. Review of applications will begin on September 2, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Oakland University is an equal opportunity employer. FOR MORE INFORMATION, AND TO APPLY ONLINE, PLEASE SEE FULL POSTING AT: https://jobs.oakland.edu/postings/35510 -- Amanda Nichols Hess, Ph.D. she / her Professor Coordinator of Instruction and Research Help *My work day may look different than your work day. Please do not feel obligated to respond outside of your normal working hours.* --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- <https://library.oakland.edu/ask> Oakland University Libraries 248 Kresge Library 100 Library Drive, Rochester, MI 48309-4479 (248) 370.2487 | nichols(a)oakland.edu *Oakland University resides on the ancestral, traditional, and contemporary **lands of the Anishinaabe, known as the Three Fires Confederacy, **comprising the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Potawatomi. The land was ceded in the **1807 Treaty of Detroit and makes up southeast Michigan.* *In recognizing the history and respecting the sovereignty of Michigan’s **Indian Nations, Oakland University honors the heritage of Indigenous **communities and their significant role in shaping the course of this region.*

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Closing Soon - Suburban Library Cooperative Internship
by Mallorie DeVilbiss 24 Jul '25

24 Jul '25

The Suburban Library Cooperative internship is a unique opportunity to experience multiple public libraries in the course of one internship. This one-year paid internship is split up between 4 public libraries in Macomb County. Applications are due by the end of day, July 28th. Posting is attached. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions. [image: https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/i-PA392eZfr1eIDFyVQ4Wv8sG2qj-UVR9QYsQu…] *Mallorie DeVilbiss* Director (586) 685-5750 | mallorie(a)libcoop.net Suburban Library Cooperative | 44750 Delco Blvd, Sterling Heights, MI 48313 *libcoop.net* <http://libcoop.net> *|* *Facebook* <https://www.facebook.com/libcoop> *|* *Instagram* <https://www.instagram.com/suburbanlibrarycoop/>

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Free Furniture!
by Jolene Faber 24 Jul '25

24 Jul '25

We are getting ready to do a Refresh on our second floor and have some furniture that needs to go. It is FREE to you and your library, but it must be picked up from our location. We have the following: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/13pR75O4PYwBYL6KwEKlyDpAr8423wd3p?usp =sharing (Photos of the furniture) 20 Computer Lab tables - Blue tops, Good condition (short of an odd shape - refer to photos) 48" wide 42" long at the longest point on top 30" long at the shortest point on top 29" high Blue Closed in Desk - Not in the best shape, some damage around the corners 54" long 30" wide 29" high 11 CD Holder cabinets - Good condition, each has three slide-out drawers 55" tall at back 42" tall at top of drawer 24" deep 36" wide Has 30 divided compartments 6 Compartment Computer Table - good condition 12' long 6' wide 54" tall at highest point 35.5" deep per cubicle 45" wide per cubicle Study Cubicle with shelf - 3 available, good condition 8' long 6' wide 54 inches tall at highest point Study Cubicle - no shelf - 2 available, good condition 6' long 6' wide 54" tall at highest point Pick-up at Wirt Branch - 500 Center Ave. Bay City, MI 48708 Please reach out with any questions or to schedule a time to pick up. Must be picked up by Saturday August 2nd. Jolene Faber Administrative Assistant Bay County Library System 500 Center Ave. Bay City, MI 48708 (989)894-2837 ext. 2225

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FT Genesee District Library Branch Librarian - Mt. Morris
by Todd Sumpter 24 Jul '25

24 Jul '25

JOB TITLE: Branch Librarian – Mt. Morris REPORTS TO: Branch Operations Manager CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt; Union position HOURS: Full-Time (40 hours per week) Mon 10-6; Tues, Wed 12-8, Fri, Sat 9-5 Thurs, Sun closed. Salary: $24.50/hr. Deadline: Until Filled The Genesee District Library is seeking a full-time, energetic, team-oriented Branch Librarian with a strong commitment to serving the public. We are the third largest library system in Michigan and an award-winning system of 19 branches. We are in the lower peninsula and have over 120 employees. GDL offers full time employees a Health Care Savings Program (HCSP), 403(b), 401(a) and 457 Supplemental Savings. Responsibilities include: Manage the operations of the branch and meet the needs of our patrons. Supervise staff assigned to the branch and keep them updated with new procedures. Answer reference questions and provide adequate information to patrons. Partner with area schools and other agencies to promote collections and services offered to children and young adults. Build strong community bonds by working with community leaders. Handle patron complaints with good judgment. Selecting and ordering books for the branch. Market the library by developing and/or assisting with public service-oriented programming. Prepare required reports to the Branch Operations Manager monthly. Lifelong learner with an interest in new library services and trends. Requirements for the position include: Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association accredited library school. A minimum of a Level 2 certification by the Library of Michigan within ninety (90) days of hire. Strong proficiency with electronic databases, Microsoft Office applications, social networking sites and mobile technology. Ability to get along with diverse personalities and populations. Ability to work as a team or independently within a fast-paced environment. Will be required to: Work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours, around programs and events. Work Environment: The location of the work site is in Mt. Morris, MI located in Genesee County. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet and work is performed indoors. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid driver’s license and must have insured vehicle for use on Library business. The responsibilities and requirements listed above are not an exhaustive list of all that will be expected of this position; however, it is met to identify the general criteria for a Branch Librarian position. The Genesee District Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To apply for this position, send your resume to: Genesee District Library https://www.thegdl.org/employment-opportunities/ Todd Sumpter Human Resources Manager Genesee District Library Ph: 810-230-3340 Fax: 810-776-8207

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Employment Opportunity: K-5 Outreach Librarian (West Bloomfield Library)
by Jeff Crocker 23 Jul '25

23 Jul '25

OUTREACH & ENGAGEMENT SERVICES – MAIN LIBRARY POSITION: Librarian II, K-5 Outreach Librarian. Full Time (35 hours per week). Includes evening and weekend hours (Saturday/Sunday). QUALIFICATIONS: MLIS or equivalent from an ALA accredited library school; public library experience; experience working directly in a K5 school setting preferred; interpersonal/communication skills; demonstrated competency with information technology including digital resources, online catalogs, the internet, social media sites, mobile devices; demonstrated ability to implement projects, programs and/or services; commitment to public service; regularly reads and has knowledge of current and popular authors; monitors mainstream and professional media. RESPONSIBILITIES: Plans, conducts and evaluates in-house programs and outreach efforts for students in grades K-5; partners with local schools to coordinate programs, deposit collections and other services; coordinates annual reading programs and author visits; reference and reader’s advisory; marketing of programs and assigned collection areas; provides instruction and support for patron’s use of eMedia resources and devices; serves on library committees; other duties as assigned. See: https://wblib.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/JobDescription-Librarian-II-K-… for additional information regarding qualifications and responsibilities. SALARY RANGE: $49,686 - $61,097 per year depending on qualifications. BENEFITS: Medical with prescription, dental, optical, disability and life insurance coverage; employee assistance plan; defined contribution plan; additional voluntary deferred compensation plan; vacation; holiday; personal and sick leave; paid memberships in professional associations. DEADLINE: Friday, August 15, 2025 APPLICATION: Resume, online application form, and three professional work-related references. Submit online at: https://wblib.org/employment-application. Jeff Crocker Associate Library Director

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Re: [Michlib-l] The Katherine Applegate "Color Our World" Writing Contest!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 23 Jul '25

23 Jul '25

Just a reminder that this special writing contest<https://www.mackidsschoolandlibrary.com/colorourworldwritingcontest/> (see details below) ends next week on July 31st! Encourage your youth to submit. 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<https://lists.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/miyouth> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. [cid:22c71cc5-3676-41fd-85f4-50b6bbae337c] 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! Michigan.gov/MeetUpEatUp<http://www.michigan.gov/meetupeatup>. [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/>. ________________________________ From: Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) Sent: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 2:38 PM To: miyouth(a)mail3.mcls.org <miyouth(a)mail3.mcls.org> Subject: The Katherine Applegate "Color Our World" Writing Contest! ICYMI – CSLP’s 2025 Summer Reading Champion is Newbery Medalist Katherine Applegate! [cid:image001.jpg@01DB8DDC.3C22B270] Librarians, sign up<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSee71utfYlqunJlPtO9Ojy1zCr_yGI8gWM…> to receive promotional materials for the Katherine Applegate Color Our World Writing Contest<https://www.mackidsschoolandlibrary.com/colorourworldwritingcontest/>! The first 200 libraries to sign up<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSee71utfYlqunJlPtO9Ojy1zCr_yGI8gWM…> will receive a promotional easel and bookmarks to promote the Color Our World Writing Contest. All others will receive digital links to print their own materials. Find out more about the contest online here: https://bit.ly/ColorOurWorldContest [cid:image002.jpg@01DB8DDC.3C22B270] This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. 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<https://lists.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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