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Book Riot Survey- Librarianship and Mental Health
by Williams, Barbara (MDE) 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

Hi All, Kelly Jensen<https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-jensen-1b5a9b117/> from Book Riot is updating her research and subsequent talks related to mental health in the library. She'd love insight from library workers of all backgrounds + experiences. Consider this a pick your own adventure style survey, as not all questions will resonate. She asks take & share widely. Thank you! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSex2dqF5SUIOlYQe8RrOHt-6_JnaznU7mz… Barbara Williams, MLIS Library Development Analyst (MDE) Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 WilliamsB39(a)michigan.gov<mailto:WilliamsB39@michigan.gov> I (517) 241-2149 [cid:image001.png@01DBFA47.79CE5930] [cid:image002.png@01DBFA47.79CE5930] Do you know an outstanding Michigan educator? Nominate them for 2026-27 Michigan Teacher of the Year! The MTOY Program is accepting nominations through September 24. Nominate an educator using the online form<https://mde.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9BjArjCenn1GB14>. For more information visit www.Michigan.gov/mtoy<http://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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Have you Registered for the MLA Annual Conference Yet?
by Lisa Waskin 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

Happy Monday Michigan Librarians! Today marks 99 days until this year's Michigan Library Association Annual Conference. As this year's Conference Chair, I am looking forward to seeing you this year in Lansing. Our theme is Kaleidoscope, and it represents all the ways we see the library in today's world, and how it constantly shifts and changes depending on our perspectives. Our line-up of keynote speakers and breakout session presenters is impressive and will hopefully leave you feeling energized, inspired, and rejuvenated to go back to your libraries and look at it with a new perspective. New to MLA? We have events just for you, including our New Attendee Breakfast. Join other first-timers and learn tips and tricks to help make your conference experience the best it can be, and hopefully connect with other attendees. If you arrive on Tuesday night, be sure to come to the Lansing Shuffle, right next door to the conference center for food, shuffleboard, networking, and trivia. We will be holding our Annual Awards Banquet on Wednesday night to recognize the wonderful people and communities in our libraries, and on Thursday the Library of Michigan is hosting a very special reception, including a Halloween Costume Contest, a Retirement Celebration for Debbie Mikula, music, food, tours, and a little surprise for one special attendee. If you haven't already registered, please see the link below. Early Bird discount ends on September 5th, so don't be late. I am hoping to see you there! https://www.milibraries.org/annual-conference Warmest Regards, Lisa Waskin, MLA AC 2025 Conference Chair Lisa Waskin, District Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783 Ph. (906) 632-9331 lwaskin(a)superiordistrictlibrary.org<mailto:lwaskin@superiordistrictlibrary.org>

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Job Posting: Substitute Librarian
by Susan Barney 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

The Auburn Hills Public Library is hiring a substitute librarian. Reports to: Head of Youth Services and/or Head of Adult Services Salary: $20.63 - $25.14, DOE Hours: Morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours available. Librarians will be trained in both the youth and adult departments. Please see the attached job posting for more information. Email your resume, cover letter and completed employment application<https://ahplibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/AHPL-Employment-Applicati…> to Susan Barney, barneys(a)ahplibrary.org by Monday, August 4. Thank you, [Picture, Picture, Picture, Picture] Susan Barney Administrative Assistant barneys(a)ahplibrary.org (248) 370-9466 x8139 3400 E Seyburn Dr, Auburn Hills, MI 48326 ahplibrary.org

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100th Anniversary Celebration
by EMAIL TEAM 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

The Hartford Public Library is celebrating its 100th Anniversary on Saturday, July 26th from noon to 2pm. There will be a water slide, bounce house, music, the Monster "Shredder Truck", free hot dog lunch, free drawings and fun. Come join us in celebration! Stephanie Daniels, Director Vanderlyn Community Center & Hartford Public Library 12 Church Street Hartford, MI 49057(269)588-5103http://www.hartfordpl.michlibrary.org/

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NEW: Director search - Des Moines Public Library (IA)
by Beth Barker 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

Director - Des Moines Public Library (IA) The Des Moines Public Library<https://www.dmpl.org/> (IA) Board of Trustees is seeking a visionary and strategic thinker to lead the organization as the library's next Director. This leader will possess exceptional communication skills and will inspire staff to excel in their roles while also fostering an environment that promotes growth within the organization and innovation to meet evolving community needs. The Director collaborates with the Library Board of Trustees to formulate and update library policies and maintains an up-to-date strategic plan to implement those policies. The Director should be flexible and able to creatively adapt to changing circumstances within the library, the community and city and state government. The Des Moines Public Library (DMPL) is a cornerstone of the community, providing free access to information, resources, and lifelong learning opportunities for all. DMPL has six branches throughout the city, including the Central Library downtown, designed by British architect David Chipperfield. It employs approximately 70 full-time staff along with 65 temporary and part-time members. From bestselling books and interactive workshops to free WiFi, historical archives, storytimes for children, and the library-of-things, the library offers something for all ages and interests. DMPL provides a range of digital resources, including eBooks, audiobooks, streaming media, newspapers and periodicals, and research databases. The library hosts an array of events and programs year-round at all locations, such as book clubs, Central's rotating Art Gallery, the annual Summer Reading program, a variety of community outreach initiatives, and the celebrated AViD (Authors Visiting in Des Moines) speaker series. The library also meets community needs with services such as Library by Mail for homebound patrons, reservable meeting rooms, notary services, test proctoring, and access to Community Fridges. Tech Central, the library's innovation lab, encourages hands-on exploration of technology and creative projects. Guided by its mission to educate, inspire, and connect the lives of Des Moines residents, the library is a space where ideas thrive, communities come together, and everyone can access materials and services to help them lead their best lives. The vital and vibrant city of Des Moines is proud to serve as Iowa's state capital, the county seat of Polk County, and the most populous city in the state. Centrally located in Iowa, Des Moines spans approximately 90 square miles, is home to an estimated 215,000 residents, and is part of a metropolitan area of over 750,000 residents. Its downtown area, where hundreds of new apartments and condos have been built in the past decade, is a magnet for young professionals. The city has a balanced and diversified economy, serving as the financial, commercial, industrial, trade, transportation, and health care center of Iowa. The community is a cultural center for the state and home to several world-class institutions, including Des Moines Performing Arts<https://desmoinesperformingarts.org/>, which hosts touring Broadway shows; the Des Moines Symphony;<https://dmsymphony.org/> the Des Moines Art Center<https://www.desmoinesartcenter.org/>, a modern and contemporary art museum; the prestigious Pappajohn Sculpture Park<https://www.desmoinesartcenter.org/visit/pappajohn-sculpture-park>; the Des Moines Metro Opera<https://desmoinesmetroopera.org/>; and the World Food Prize<https://www.worldfoodprize.org/> headquarters. Des Moines hosts festivals year-round, including the Des Moines Arts Festival, the World Food and Music Festival, the Drake Relays, and the Iowa State Fair. The metro area also boasts the Lauridsen Skatepark, the largest skatepark in the U.S.; an extensive network of bike trails; and a growing network of water trails, which will soon include a downtown whitewater kayaking course. Responsibilities: The ideal candidate will become a highly visible public figure who will cultivate positive relationships with local government and community residents, effectively manage and oversee the annual budget, collaborate with the Library Foundation to assure the delivery of quality programming, champion intellectual freedom, and have extensive knowledge of the philosophies, principles and current best practices of public library operations. The Director will work with governmental financial management and accounting procedures, manage personnel, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing. For a full list of responsibilities, please see the job description linked below. Qualifications: A master's degree in library science from an American Library Association-accredited program is required. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in management and administration, budget oversight, customer service, programming development, or other relevant work in a similarly sized public library system. The Director is required to establish residency within the City of Des Moines within 12 months of hire. Compensation: The position has a salary range of $138,500 - $197,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and comes with an excellent fringe benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<https://bradburymiller.com/> (https://bradburymiller.com/) Interested candidates should submit their resume through the application portal<https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/> (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) by selecting the position and then the "Apply" button. This position closes on Sunday, August 24, 2025. Visit our website<https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/> (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) to access the latest version of this announcement in full, along with all related links. - 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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Accessibility Services Roundtable August 14 Meeting details
by Jen Taggart 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

Hi everyone, We are excited to welcome back previous Accessibility Services Roundtable of MI attendees and new ones on Thursday, August 14, 10 am - Noon, for an in person meeting here at the Bloomfield Township Public Library. Here's our agenda of topic discussions, followed by an optional collection tour: Accessibility Services Roundtable Meeting Thursday, August 14 10 am – Noon * Sensory Story Times (for youth or teens/adults) * Programming for people with dementia * Session suggestions for the 9th biennial Adaptive Umbrella Accessibility Workshop in 2026 * BTPL Accessibility Support Collection<https://btpl.org/youth/asc/> updates tour (including new index!) We still have some space available, if you would like to join us. Accessibility Services Roundtable meeting registration<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSddDaTPsfuTbxphoreU9yWtmcaGNudsIbD…> Thank you! Jen Taggart (she/her), MLIS Department Head, Youth Services Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Road Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 T 248-642-5800 x137 www.btpl.org<http://www.btpl.org>

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Register today for Back in Circulation 2025 Conference!
by UW iSchool CE 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

Back in Circulation: A Conference for Managers and Staff in Access & Circulation Services November 13-14, 2025 Virtual Conference $200 Register today: go.wisc.edu/ysn18h<https://go.wisc.edu/ysn18h> This November join us virtually for Back in Circulation 2025! Hear from experts on best practices for staffing and training, creating a welcoming and inclusive space and services, and developing de-esclationg guidelines for your library. The conference will kick off Thursday morning with keynote Dr. Beth Wahler, founder and principal consultant at Beth Wahler Consulting, LLC and affiliated research faculty and previous director of the School of Social Work at the University of North Carolina – Charlotte. Dr. Wahler's primary focus is trauma-informed librarianship, library strategies for addressing patrons’ or community psychosocial needs, supporting library staff with serving high-needs patrons and reducing work-related stress/trauma. In addition to Dr. Wahler’s keynote address, the conference features a range of sessions such as: * Fostering Confidence for Independent Student Desk Coverage * Engaging with English Language Learners: Strategies for Effective Communication with Positive Outcomes * Developing De-escalation Guidelines for Library Public Services: A VCU Libraries and Social Work Partnership * Empowering Ideas, Building Connections: How Staff Vision and Community Collaboration Transformed Circulation Services * And more! Quick Links * Visit the conference website<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/back-in-circulation/circ-2025…> * View the conference schedule<https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSzx5L8iDbRX1V5U1MzqFNeeZDRcle1…> * Registration information<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/back-in-circulation/circ-2025…> -- Questions? Email ce-info(a)ischool.wisc.edu

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Library of Michigan Continuing Education Round-Up - July 21, 2025
by Vernola, Andrea (MDE) 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

Welcome to the Continuing Education Round-Up! The Library of Michigan is excited to offer a monthly, curated list of continuing education (CE) opportunities from LM, around Michigan, and beyond. In the spirit of sharing information and supporting all Michigan library workers with quality CE opportunities, the LM CE Round-Up will feature professional development resources inside, adjacent to, and outside of the library world. We know we could never feature all the amazing content and opportunities available to support staff development and organizational learning. But that's no reason not to try to get the word out! If you know of a great training, event, or resource, please feel free to contact me directly. I'd love to hear from you! Let's keep learning together! >From Library of Michigan LM's Public Library Management Cohort Rescheduled for 2026 - Apply Here<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/financialmanagement…> by July 31 People Connect Institute's (PCI) Weekly Webinars - Wednesdays at 2 pm - Next Topic "Trauma-Informed Libraries - What are they, why do they matter, and how do we become one?"<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> Office Hours with LM Library Development Staff - Register on LM's Continuing Education Calendar<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/intro/lm-continuing…> to receive Zoom link * Grants Office Hours with Karren Reish - August 12 - 3-4 pm * Digital Collections Office Hours with Biz Gallo - August 14 - 3-4 pm * Library Law Office Hours with Claire Membiela - August 21 - 3-4 pm Webjunction<https://www.webjunction.org/home.html> Self-Paced Courses and Webinars LM's Staff Skills Niche Academy<https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills> United for Libraries<https://www.ala.org/united> For full details on all of Library of Michigan's Continuing Education opportunities including upcoming events and recorded webinars, visit our website<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/intro/lm-continuing…>. Library of Michigan projects are made possible in-part by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Opportunities Around Michigan (Virtual) Workplace Mental Health Conference<https://positiveorgs.bus.umich.edu/events/workplace-mental-health-conferenc…> - August 6 from the University of Michigan Ross Center for Positive Organizations<https://positiveorgs.bus.umich.edu/> Join the Eisenberg Family Depression Center<http://depressioncenter.org/wmhc> for their sixth annual Workplace Mental Health Conference which centers the importance of employee well-being. From onboarding to employee retention, a healthy and supportive workplace culture is a critical component to organizational success in all sectors. The conference features sessions that will provide insights and actionable steps organizations can take to support their employees both in and out of the workplace. Based on the 2022 US Surgeon General framework for Workplace Mental Health & Well-Being<https://www.hhs.gov/surgeongeneral/reports-and-publications/workplace-well-…>, Michigan's Labor and Economic Opportunity department has been offering a Mental Health in the Workplace<https://www.michigan.gov/leo/initiatives/mental-health-in-the-workplace> series of webinars. The next segment is a 3-part series on Building Respectful and Inclusive Organizations (Trailer here<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hd4zjuw4bBI>) presented by Michigan State University's School of Human Resources and Labor Relations starting later this week: Thursday, July 24, 2025 - Incivility and Microaggressions Thursday, August 21 - Bystander Intervention Thursday, September 18 - Workplace Investigations That Build Trust To access these resources live, sign up for the newsletter from LEO here<https://www.michigan.gov/leo/initiatives/mental-health-in-the-workplace>. A playlist of past recordings from this project are also available on YouTube here.<https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX_tZ3xQm0Tk32DPocc8gWT56fyZEckci> CE Beyond Michigan Building Community Through Craft Programs<https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/building-community-through-c…> - August 12 - 3-4 pm EST Craft programs in libraries can create space for fostering social connection in addition to participating in art projects. In this webinar, explore practical strategies to encourage interaction among participants and build shared learning experiences in your existing programming. Learn how to design activities that enable people to express their talents and encourage them to step into leadership roles to help each other succeed. Gain ideas for programs that incorporate inexpensive process art techniques for intergenerational attendees. This session will provide actionable insights and examples to help library staff integrate intentional community-building into craft programs. Presented by: Lissa Staley, Community Connections Librarian, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library Building Cultures of Trust in 21st Century Organizations<https://knology.org/article/building-cultures-of-trust-in-21st-century-orga…> from Knology<https://knology.org/> Originally hosted on June 25, 2025, this webinar included a discussion of Knology's trustworthiness framework<https://knology.org/article/a-framework-for-building-trust>, along with evidence-backed strategies for building, maintaining, and repairing trust. Also included in the webinar were the experiences, perspectives, and recommendations of three organizational leaders who have made a commitment to trust-building efforts in the workplace: 1) Denise Rosario Adusei of the Bronx Children's Museum<https://www.bxcm.org/>; 2) Stephanie Arduini of the Seattle Children's Museum<https://seattlechildrensmuseum.org/>; and 3) Ellen Pais of the Pretend City Children's Museum<https://www.pretendcity.org/>. Andrea Vernola Continuing Education Coordinator | Library Development Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo St, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909 vernolaA(a)michigan.gov | 517-335-0123 https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan [cid:image001.png@01DBFA1E.69C9FE50] 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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JOB POSTING: PT Digital Services Aide at Troy Public Library
by Lauren R Arnsman 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

Hello all, Troy Public Library is hiring for a part-time Digital Services Aide<https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6122604.careers?CareersSearch=&lang=en-US> (~20 hours per week). Students currently working toward their MLS/MLIS are encouraged to apply. Pay starts at $17.50 and this position also offers 40 hours of PTO. Please see the link above for more information! Thanks, [cid:image001.png@01DBFA23.F3C672F0] Lauren Arnsman Head of Digital Services Troy Public Library 248.524.3578 troypl.org<https://troypl.org/>

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JOB: Royal Oak Computer Aide (PT 27 hrs/wk)
by Winn, Trevor 21 Jul '25

21 Jul '25

Good morning, Due to internal promotion within the city, ROPL is hiring a PT Computer Aide to assist patrons in our computer lab! Full posting can be found at the link below; please apply by August 3. https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/romi/jobs/5011999/part-time-library-… This position will join our existing PT computer aide and 6 FT librarians in the Adult Services Department. Have a great week! -Trevor Trevor Winn (he/him/his) Head of Adult Services Royal Oak Public Library trevor.winn(a)romi.gov 248-246-3732 [cid:ddd08648-562b-4620-b5ff-fe4a1839ad9e]

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