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CIDL is hiring!
by Bill Bowman 07 Aug '26

07 Aug '26

Clarkston Independence District Library seeks an enthusiastic and organized individual to join a positive, team-oriented work environment to assist with volunteer recruitment, engagement, and outreach. Applications accepted through August 16th. Apply today at the link below! https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/445df381-dd3b-4885-a17… [1502148271475_Bill_2.png]

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Open Position - Senior Librarian - Teens Department - Allen County Public Library, Fort Wayne, IN
by Danielle Gleason 07 Aug '26

07 Aug '26

Inspire. Connect. Empower. The Allen County Public Library is seeking a passionate, creative, and community-focused Senior Teen Librarian to lead engaging library services for teens in grades 7–12. If you believe libraries can be life-changing spaces for young people, enjoy building meaningful relationships, and thrive on creating innovative programs and collections, we'd love to meet you. In this role, you'll combine your expertise in librarianship with your understanding of adolescent development to connect teens with books, technology, information, and experiences that help them learn, grow, and discover their potential. You'll collaborate with schools, community organizations, families, and colleagues to ensure the library remains an essential resource for young adults throughout Allen County. What You'll Do As our Senior Teen Librarian, you will: * Deliver exceptional customer service to teens, their families, educators, and caregivers while creating an inclusive, welcoming environment. * Build meaningful relationships with teen patrons by applying current research and best practices in adolescent development. * Provide readers' advisory, reference, and research assistance tailored to the unique interests and needs of young adults. * Provide leadership within the department by serving as a role model for staff, demonstrating excellence in public service, supporting and mentoring colleagues, sharing expertise, and helping foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment. * Design, present, and evaluate innovative programs, classes, tours, book discussions, and special events for teens. * Teach research skills and information literacy to individuals and groups. * Represent the library through outreach visits to schools, juvenile correctional facilities, and other community organizations, serving as a trusted educational partner. * Promote library services by participating in school and community events. * Assist with developing and maintaining a dynamic teen collection by recommending new materials, identifying items for withdrawal, and monitoring collection needs. * Create engaging displays, resource guides, and promotional materials that encourage discovery and circulation. * Help patrons confidently use library technology, including computers, mobile devices, software, databases, wireless printing, and other digital resources. * Stay current with emerging trends in teen librarianship through professional development, conferences, professional organizations, and continuing education. * Foster a collaborative, respectful workplace that reflects the Library's commitment to exceptional public service. What You'll Bring Required Qualifications * Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS/MLIS) from an ALA-accredited institution. * Must possess, or be eligible to obtain, a State of Indiana Public Librarian Certification upon hire * At least one (1) year of professional library experience. * Two (2) years of experience planning and delivering teen programming or educational programming for adolescents; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge of: * Principles and practices of professional librarianship. * Reference services, readers' advisory, and information literacy instruction. * Collection development and evaluation practices. * Current literature, authors, publishing trends, and resources for teens. * Current research, service models, library trends, and best practices in teen services and adolescent librarianship. * Adolescent development and strategies for creating engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences. * Educational technology, online databases, digital resources, and emerging technologies. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Strong organization, planning, and project management abilities. * The ability to build positive relationships with teens, families, educators, community partners, and colleagues. * The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team. Benefits * We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including: * Medical, dental, and vision insurance (starts on day 1) * Library-paid pension plan (PERF) * Generous PTO (4 weeks vacation + 2 weeks sick leave accrual) * Wellness Bonus * Employee Assistance Program * Possible relocation assistance Why Allen County Public Library? At ACPL, we believe libraries change lives. Our team is dedicated to creating welcoming spaces where every member of our community can learn, explore, and belong. As a Senior Teen Librarian, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on young people during one of the most important stages of their lives while working alongside passionate colleagues who value innovation, inclusion, literacy, lifelong learning, teamwork, integrity, and people-first service. If you're excited about empowering the next generation through books, technology, creativity, and community connections, we encourage you to apply. Click here to apply!<https://acpllibin.applicantpro.com/jobs/4169177> Danielle Gleason Director of Human Resources ALLEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY (260) 421-1234

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Royal Oak Public Library Building Maintenance Closure
by Houser, Danis 07 Aug '26

07 Aug '26

Hello everyone, The Royal Oak Public Library is closed for Building Maintenance from Friday, August 7th until further notice. We hope to back to normal next week! Danis Houser (she/her, they/theirs) Head of Access Services Royal Oak Public Library danis.houser(a)romi.gov<mailto:danis.houser@romi.gov> 248.246.3714 www.ropl.org<http://www.ropl.org> 222 E. Eleven Mile Road Royal Oak, MI 48067

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Reminder: Library of Michigan - Grants Office Hour - August 11th at 3:00 PM
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 06 Aug '26

06 Aug '26

The next Library of Michigan Grants Office hour will be Tuesday, August 11th at 3:00 PM. The topic will be Budgeting Tips. Feel free to send me questions to address at the Office Hour. Register for the Grants Office Hour at https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even… See you on the 11th! Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 / www.mi.gov/lsta<http://www.mi.gov/lsta> [A picture containing logo Description automatically generated] Do you know an outstanding Michigan educator? Nominate them for 2027-28 Michigan Teacher of the Year! The Michigan Teacher of the Year Program is accepting nominations through September 23. Nominate an educator using the online form<https://mde.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3VO6y33yPJYG0t0>. For more information, visit www.Michigan.gov/mtoy.<https://www.michigan.gov/mtoy> [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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MAP: New Partner Destination!
by Jim Flury 06 Aug '26

06 Aug '26

All, MAP/TLN is pleased to welcome a new venue to the Michigan Activity Pass program. USS LST 393 Veteran's Museum in Muskegon is now a MAP partner destination! [ https://www.lst393.org/ | https://www.lst393.org/ ] Here are the "Terms of the MAP Pass" for USS LST 393 Veteran's Museum: MAP Pass holders receive the following discounts: $12.50 admission for an individual (non-MAP admission is $15.00) and $35.00 admission for a family of four (non-MAP admission is $40.00). The offer does not apply to private rentals, ticketed special events, field trips, fundraising events, or days when the museum is closed. The addition of USS LST 393 Veteran's Museum provides MAP patrons a second WWII ship museum option in Muskegon. The timing couldn't be better, as the other Muskegon based MAP partner WWII museum ship USS Silversides Submarine Museum [ https://silversidesmuseum.org/ | https://silversidesmuseum.org/ ] is currently in drydock on the other side of Lake Michigan, where it is undergoing repairs. Thank you for your continued support and promotion of the Michigan Activity Pass program. Sincerely, Jim Flury Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Note New Fax Number: 248-716-5584 Note New Email Address:jflury@tln.org

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 06 Aug '26

06 Aug '26

Thank you to all who have completed the summer library programming survey<https://forms.gle/QKN5qduWz9QRV8nf8> <https://forms.gle/QKN5qduWz9QRV8nf8> already. Keep those responses coming so we can continue to provide resources to MI Libraries! I'll keep this week's updates short & sweet - I hope you all have some vacations lined up before Library Card Sign-up Month. Resources Raising Independent Thinkers in the Age of AI - Children & Screens Wednesday, August 29, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm EDT Registration details<https://events.zoom.us/ev/AsrrYcZkw6AYNF54we4vmtmFHZhuO9SYGO3U1fU4pReaWaOPy…> <https://events.zoom.us/ev/AsrrYcZkw6AYNF54we4vmtmFHZhuO9SYGO3U1fU4pReaWaOPy…> Is AI use impacting the development of resilience, critical thinking, creativity, academic integrity, and intellectual curiosity in today’s youth? What happens to forming one’s own identity as a thinker when easy answers are just a few keyboard taps away? Join Children and Screens for “Raising Independent Thinkers in the Age of AI,” on Wednesday, August 19 at 12:00pm ET, the first webinar in our “Character Matters: Values and Resilience in the Digital Age” series. Our panel of researchers and thought leaders will engage in a timely discussion to help parents, caregivers, and educators grapple with the challenges and opportunities AI presents in shaping children’s ability and motivation to learn new things, think critically and creatively, and persist through challenges. Citizen Science Champion Training Opportunities The Foundations of Citizen Science<https://scistarter.org/training-foundations> badge is awarded to individuals who have translated their curiosity into impact by demonstrating foundational citizen science skills and contributing to advancing scientific research on the SciStarter platform. After earning the Foundations of Citizen Science digital badge, you’re eligible to become a Citizen Science Champion<https://scistarter.org/training-champion>. By completing the Citizen Science Champions training, you’ll be prepared to help others discover opportunities to participate in real scientific research. Becoming a Champion also makes you eligible to apply to become a SciStarter Ambassador<https://scistarter.org/ambassador>. Introduction to Libraries as Hubs for Citizen & Community Science Date: Tuesday, September 15 Time: 11:00 am PT | 2:00 pm ET Register<https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DO1TemB3TbGCe6nWK5iw3Q#/registrati…> Explore how libraries across the country are engaging their communities through citizen science. Learn about the program’s history, impact, and future goals—and discover ideas and inspiration to help you get started. Bonus! Get an exclusive preview of Citizen Science Month this April, including new resources and ideas to help your library start planning early. It's never too early to prepare! WebJunction Resources THURSDAY, AUGUST 13, 2026 Messy on purpose: The power of playful learning for children 3:00 – 4:00 pm Eastern Daylight Time (UTC -4) Splatter painting indoors and a sand table out on the floor for an entire month!? These things really happen in the Youth & Family Services department at the Kenosha Public Library! Learn how making a mess can benefit your patrons, why to embrace it, and how others have managed it. Presented by: * Heather Thompason, Kenosha Public Library, Youth and Family Services Department * Shawn Wolf, Kenosha Public Library, Youth and Family Services Department Registration & Details: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/messy-on-purpose.html Start slow, build trust: Eight practical tips for new teen librarians<https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/new-teen-librarians.html> Teen librarians can be a trusted source of support for teens as they navigate adolescence, and starting a new role as a teen librarian can feel both exciting and daunting. But the key to working with teens is building trust: show up in their spaces, listen, demonstrate that you value them, and follow through on things that you say you’ll do. If you are new to teen librarianship, these eight tips can offer a road map to build confidence, strengthen key skills, and begin to establish trust with teens that will be the foundation for success. Ready to Read Michigan Presents... Practical Puppetry for Powerful Programs! Adding puppetry to library programs can engage learners, promote inclusive environments, breathe life into timeless classics, lift up diverse stories, and ignite imaginations. But who has time for memorizing lines, the budget for exotic supplies, or the opportunity to implement long-term lesson plans? You can do it all without complicated puppet stages, formal scripts, expensive materials, or midnight oil! Experience practical puppetry activities in action. Learn what makes puppetry well-suited to library learning and which types of puppets are best-suited to different activities. Adapt a story, song, or game to include puppets. Practice your crafting and performing skills. Return to your own library inspired and prepared to add puppetry to your own programs. Registration Details: This in-person workshop runs from 9:30 - 5:00 pm EST, with lunch provided. Space is limited and there is a $35.00 fee to attend, payment for either workshop location is due by September 7th. * Monday, September 14, 2026, at the Delta Township District Library<https://maps.app.goo.gl/8Lk3hPuKGboAsqBc6>, register here: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even… * Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at the West Bloomfield Township Public Library<https://maps.app.goo.gl/FedCQNFqQzGn1Zcv6>, register here: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even… This program is made possible by the Library of Michigan and supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. 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://liblists.org/postorius/lists/miyouth.liblists.org/> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. [A picture containing logo Description automatically generated] Do you know an outstanding Michigan educator? Nominate them for 2027-28 Michigan Teacher of the Year! The Michigan Teacher of the Year Program is accepting nominations through September 23. Nominate an educator using the online form<https://mde.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3VO6y33yPJYG0t0>. For more information, visit www.Michigan.gov/mtoy.<https://www.michigan.gov/mtoy> [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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Free Chinese Youth Books
by Suzanne Tison 06 Aug '26

06 Aug '26

We received a large donation of youth Chinese books. It is more than we can enjoy. Attached is a list of available titles. Please respond off list with the letter designation/title and your library name and RIDES code. -Suzanne [cid:b673d203-ac40-473f-a87d-1eb0168f259f] Suzanne Tison Youth Services Librarian Orion Township Public Library 825 Joslyn Road, Lake Orion, MI 48362 Phone: (248) 693-3000 ext 424 orionlibrary.org

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You're invited: become a Gathering Partner today
by Estee Schlenner 06 Aug '26

06 Aug '26

Michigan Humanities is thrilled to launch the Great Michigan Gathering<https://www.michiganhumanities.org/great-michigan-gathering/>! This free, three-year statewide initiative builds community through the art of intentional gathering. Through a series of free programs, resources, and partnerships, the Great Michigan Gathering aims to unite communities across the state. Each year deepens the work of the previous year by using a framework that builds on connection, awareness, sharing, understanding, truth, and growth. It all begins October 8 at The Henry Ford. We’re kicking off our new initiative with an event featuring Priya Parker, author of The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters, whose work inspired the focus of this initiative. The event will be livestreamed to 100 community watch parties across Michigan. We want yours to be one of them. What is a Gathering Partner? The Great Michigan Gathering is built for organizations like yours, whose mission centers on bringing people together. As a Gathering Partner, you'll have access to: * A statewide network of organizations doing this work across Michigan. * Discussion guides and facilitation tools to lead meaningful conversations at your gatherings. * Personalized marketing materials to promote programming in your community. * The opportunity to apply for a Gathering Grant to bring public humanities programming to your community. Grants will be available to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and Michigan Humanities will reach out to registered Gathering Partners when funding is available. How can your organization get involved right now? * Attend the October 8 kickoff<https://luma.com/uhmovy2o> at The Henry Ford, or host a watch party in your community that evening. * Share this invitation with other organizations in your network that should be part of this movement. Ready to join us? Register to become a Gathering Partner here.<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScwl0hTTeVQiwpqdDYMHbjA6AgAe746BiH…> Please reach out to me with any questions! I'd love to hear from you. Best, Estee Estee Nisbet (she/her/hers) Communications and Development Officer | eschlenner(a)mihumanities.org<mailto:eschlenner@mihumanities.org> Connecting, Sharing, Growing [A blue and white badge with gold ribbon Description automatically generated] Michigan Humanities PO Box 91 Marshall, MI 49068 Website<http://michiganhumanities.org> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/MichiganHumanities> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/mihumanities/?hl=en> Mission: Bringing people together through stories, histories, cultures, and conversations.

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Time keeping recommendations
by Elizabeth Kish 06 Aug '26

06 Aug '26

Hello! I am interested in learning about what time keeping tools municipal libraries around the state are using. We are looking for something that includes * An easy clocking in/ clocking out interface * Automatic time rounding taking in account payroll standards * The ability to easily retain and share this information with our city's payroll department Thank you for your help! Liz Kish (she/her/hers) Experience Team Leader East Lansing Public Library 950 Abbot Rd | East Lansing, MI 48823 (517) 319-6943 | ekish(a)elpl.org The East Lansing Public Library is an active member of the Sustainable Libraries Initiative!<https://www.sustainablelibrariesinitiative.org/>

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Ballot ask results ODPL new additional 1.0 millage
by aestelle otsegolibrary.org 06 Aug '26

06 Aug '26

Just sharing... Unofficial Results for Otsego District Public Library from Millage ask this past Tuesday. Approved for a new 1.0 Additional Operating Millage in Perpetuity 56% yes / 44% no [cid:image002.png@01DD2595.E147D940] ODPL had not asked for additional operating funds in 30 years. The last ask was in 1996 when minimum wage was $3.35/hour and we operated a facility less than half the size of current facility. We have been operating on 0.9502. We are grateful for the community support on this millage to keep pace with minimum wage increases, maintain our aging facility and restore our fund balance. Our current facility was built in 2009 and this winter is our last payment on our construction bonds for it. This was my first millage campaign in 20+ years in libraries as I have always been at libraries with millages in perpetuity. It was a great experience and I learned a lot! Andrea Andrea Estelle Brighten the Corner Where You Are Otsego District Public Library Director Innovate. Interact. Inspire. (269) 694-9690 401 Dix Street, Otsego, MI 49078 www.otsegolibrary.org<http://www.otsegolibrary.org/> [cid:image004.png@01DD2595.E147D940]

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