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You're invited to attend next Monday, December 4 at 7 PM
by Katie Rothley 27 Nov '23

27 Nov '23

Hi all! Please consider joining us in person next week on Monday, December 4 at 7 PM at the Northville Community Center, 303 W Main St, Northville, MI 48167 (which is adjacent to the library) for a concert with the City Lights Chorus. They'll be singing "Songs of the Season"! City Lights Chorus is an internationally renowned premiere male acapella group local to the Metro Detroit area. You can read more about them and catch future concerts on their website here: https://citylightschorus.com/ Register to attend this concert, generously sponsored by the Friends of the Northville District Library, using this link: https://nvillelib.org/NDLCityLightsChorusDec423 We hope to see you next week! -- Katie Rothley, MLIS Marketing & Public Relations Librarian Northville District Library 212 West Cady Street Northville, MI 48167 (248) 349-3020 <callto:(248)+349-3020> ext. 221 https://northvillelibrary.org

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Registration reminder: MCLS Annual Meeting Nov. 28 at 10 a.m. Eastern on Zoom
by Mary Ruthko 27 Nov '23

27 Nov '23

Please excuse cross-posting... Annual Meeting Invitation All MCLS members, partners, and stakeholders are invited to attend the 2023 Annual Meeting tomorrow, Nov. 28 at 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Eastern (9-11 a.m. Central) on Zoom. The agenda includes opening comments from 2023 Board President Arlene Weismantel and Executive Director Scott Garrison, followed by a facilitated conversation about our draft strategic planning framework led by Spartina Consulting. Your input is incredibly important to us! If you are available to attend the meeting tomorrow morning, please register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYpcO-qqTMrHNJwTC8MmzMgCjzAuaRE8j… If your schedule does not allow you to attend, please note that this conversation is the first of multiple "listening tour" opportunities around our strategic plan. Keep an eye on our newsletter<https://www.mcls.org/news/enewsletter> for more announcements. We hope to see you tomorrow! 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:7c0631c5-8f97-4fc5-a633-0a3c37129209] 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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Accessible Small & Rural Communities grant opportunity
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 27 Nov '23

27 Nov '23

ALA invites applications from small and rural libraries for the Libraries Transforming Communities (LTC): Accessible Small and Rural Communities grant. Library workers may apply online for grant funding until December 11, 2023, at ala.org/LTCAccess.<https://www.ala.org/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communi…> In May 2023, ALA announced 240 libraries selected for round one funding. Up to 300 libraries will be awarded in this second application period, part of ALA's longtime community engagement initiative. Libraries selected for round two will receive $10,000 or $20,000 to support costs related to their community engagement project; virtual training to assist project directors in developing their community engagement, facilitation, and disability service skills; a suite of online resources developed to support local programs; and technical and project support from the ALA Public Programs Office throughout the grant term. Additional Details: https://www.ala.org/tools/librariestransform/libraries-transforming-communi… 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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Bed Bugs at zv667 (Houghton Lake Public Library)
by Brandon Richards 27 Nov '23

27 Nov '23

Good afternoon everyone! Apologies for the cross posting and the skin crawling subject line, but we wanted to get as many eyeballs on this as quickly as we can. Live bed bugs were discovered in one of our shelved materials earlier today. We are currently in the process of investigating. We do not know the level (or not) of infestation at this time. This message is to ensure any library who received interlibrary loaned items from us is aware of the situation. Rides has also been alerted. Proceed at your own discretion with any of our items. -- Brandon Richards Technology Coordinator/Trainer Houghton Lake Public Library 4431 W Houghton Lake Dr Houghton Lake, MI 48629 989.366.9230

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Kalamazoo Public Library Law Library internship
by Terry New 27 Nov '23

27 Nov '23

Kalamazoo Public Library offers a unique internship opportunity for pre-law, law, and library science students in Michigan’s only law library located within a public library setting.  This internship provides students with opportunities to provide research assistance and connection to additional community resources for individuals seeking information on a wide range of legal issues to include landlord tenant rights and responsibilities, divorce, child custody, etc. under the direct supervision of the Lead Law Librarian. For additional information on the Raymond W. Fox Law Library, check out the library website<https://www.kpl.gov/law-library/>. Applications and additional information can be found on our jobs page<http://www.kpl.gov/jobs/>. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Terry M. New | Head of Human Resources Pronouns: She/Her/Hers Kalamazoo Public Library 315 S. Rose St. | Kalamazoo, MI 49007 (269) 553-7931 | Fax: (269) 553-7932 [Kalamazoo Public Library]<https://www.kpl.gov/> [Facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/KalamazooPublicLibrary/> [Instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/kzoolibrary/?hl=en> [Twitter] <https://twitter.com/KzooLibrary?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctw…> [KPL Videos] <https://www.kpl.gov/videos/>

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[Employment Opportunity] Adult or Youth Services Library Assistant - Closes Saturday, December 23
by BTPL Careers 27 Nov '23

27 Nov '23

Greetings-- I'm excited to share that we have two new positions opening at Bloomfield Township Public Library. Bloomfield Township Public Library is looking for two enthusiastic, energetic library assistants committed to high quality public library service. Bloomfield Township Public Library is a class V library with a service population of 44,000+ people and has a $7.9 million annual operating budget. There is strong community support for the Library, its collections, its services, and the programs offered. The Library promotes inclusivity in the diverse collections and programs available to all ages and abilities. Technology is integrated into library services. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to provide quality public service and the desire to work in a collaborative team environment. POSITION TITLE: Library Assistant DEPARTMENT: Adult or Youth Services, reporting to Department Head NUMBER OF OPENINGS: 2 HOURS: Part-time, 20 hoursweekly. Includes eveningsand weekends on a flexible basis. WAGES & BENEFITS: $20.03 - $26.47 per hour with an increase upon successfully completing a 90-day orientation period. Pro-rated paid time-off benefits include vacation, sick, personal business, holiday, and emergencytime. Term life and disability income insurance provided, as well as an employee assistance program (EAP). RESPONSIBILITIES: Library assistants will serve the public at the Library’s service desks. Other regular duties include materials advisory, reference services, and helping patrons access the Library’s technology services including the online catalog. Library assistants will work positively and collaboratively across departments to accomplish goals. Library assistant projects may include assisting with programs, collection development, the creation of marketing content (website, social media, etc.), outreach to the community, and other duties as assigned. For more information, please see attached or go to the link below. Best Regards, Linden Godlove Administrative Assistant Bloomfield Township Public Library See all of our open positions here: https://btpl.org/employment/

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She's Gone Missing: The Epidemic of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
by Kirsten Wellnitz 27 Nov '23

27 Nov '23

Join us on Zoom this Wednesday, November 29, 6:00 pm for She's Gone Missing: The Epidemic of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. Presented by Heather Bruegl, public historian, activist, decolonial education consultant, citizen of the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin and a first-line descendent Stockbridge Munsee. For more information and to register for the Zoom link please visit our event calendar here: https://www.baycountylibrary.org/event/evening-sessions-shes-gone-missing-e… Kirsten Wellnitz Managing Librarian Alice & Jack Wirt Library 500 Center Ave. Bay City, MI 48708 989-893-9566 ext. 2111

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Toner available
by Angela Pike 25 Nov '23

25 Nov '23

The Sebewaing Township Library has several boxes of toner available. All Brother toner: TN-336Y (Yellow) 2 boxes TN-336C (Cyan) 2 Boxes TN336-M (Magenta) 2 boxes For Printers: HL -L8250CDN, L8350CDW, L8350CDWT MFC-L8600CDW, L8850CDW Angela Pike, Director Sebewaing Township Library 41 N. Center St. Sebewaing, MI 48759 989.883.3520

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Mackinac Island Ferry Company BOGO Black Friday Sale AND Shepler's Cyber Monday Sale
by Jim Flury 24 Nov '23

24 Nov '23

[ https://tickets.mackinacferry.com/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=ferrytick… | Mackinac Island Ferry, Mackinaw City, St. Ignace - Star Line Mackinac Island Ferry (mackinacferry.com) ] [ https://www.sheplersferry.com/ | Sheplers Ferry to Mackinac Island | Mackinaw City, St. Ignace - Shepler's Ferry ] See you on the island! Jim 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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FW: Special Collections Update - Thanksgiving 2023
by Oster, Adam (MDE) 22 Nov '23

22 Nov '23

Thanksgiving Holiday Closing, Digitizing My Family Tree Virtual Program, Michigan Author Award & History Detectives Grand Rapids [Library of Michigan logo] Special Collections Update - Thanksgiving 2023 Thanksgiving Holiday Closing, Digitizing My Family Tree Virtual Program, Michigan Author Award & History Detectives Grand Rapids [Happy Thanksgiving]Thanksgiving Holiday Closing The Library of Michigan will be closed from Thursday, November 23 through Sunday, November 26 and all staff will be out of the office. Reference services and library card processing will resume on Monday, November 27. Please allow at least three weeks for staff to process the backlog of card applications and reference questions. ________________________________ [Mindy Virtual Presenting] Digitizing My Family Tree: Formats, Software, and Techniques Thursday, December 7, 2023 6:30PM - 7:30PM, Zoom Register For This Program<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVy…> Explore the digital options for saving your family history research. Learn about the variety of desktop and web-based applications researchers can use for organizing their data. Review best practices for both using these applications and uploading digital scans of records to the software. Find registration information and other programs at: Michigan.gov/LMPublicPrograms<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVy…>. ________________________________ [Michigan Author Award Logo]Coming Soon! 2023-2024 Michigan Author Award Announcement The Library of Michigan<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVy…> and Michigan Center for the Book<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVy…> will soon be announcing the 2023-2024 Michigan Author Award<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVy…> winner! The announcement will be taking place in mid-December. Learn more about the Michigan Author Award and see a list of past recipients by going to the Michigan Center for the Book website: Michigan.gov/MCFB<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDUsInVy…>. ________________________________ [2024 History Detectives Grand Rapids flyer] 2024 History Detectives Grand Rapids History Detectives Grand Rapids announces the return of its popular day-long local history programming event and aims to bring together those interested in the evolution and history of local topics and persons. This 15th annual offering of all local history programming will deliver a diverse array of topics by local researchers and academics including the following (in order of presentation): * Before Jerry & Betty, There was Another Prominent Ford Couple in Grand Rapids by M. Christine Byron and Sophia Ward Brewer * The Experiences of Women in Homes for Unmarried Mothers, 1945 - 1985 by Nora Salas and Hannah McBride * The Republican Home Front vs. Frank McKay by Jon Van der Ploeg * The Legacy of Captain Charles E. Belknap: 100 Years after The Yesterdays of Grand Rapids by Colleen Alles * Return to Peppermint Street: The Life and Works of Grand Rapids Author Meindert DeJong by Adam Oster * Coldbrook Creek: Rediscovering a Hidden Urban Stream by Peter & Mary Lewandoski All presentations are held on Saturday, January 20, 2024 in the Ryerson Auditorium of the Main Branch of the Grand Rapids Public Library<https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDYsInVy…>, 111 Library Street, NE, in downtown Grand Rapids. Each presentation runs approximately 45 minutes with the first presentation beginning at 9:30AM. 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