- Michlib-l - liblists.org

FW: MiALA 2024 Conference call for presentations
by Julie A Garrison 08 Jan '24

08 Jan '24

Reminder, MiALA is accepting presentation proposals for the 2024 Conference through January 19, 2024. See call below and in the attached PDF document. Julie Garrison Dean, University Libraries Western Michigan University she/her From: Julie A Garrison <julie.garrison(a)wmich.edu> Date: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at 5:24 PM To: mi-ala-news <mi-ala-news(a)mcls.org> Subject: MiALA 2024 Conference call for presentations Michigan Academic Library Association (MiALA) 2024 Annual Conference: Call for Presentation Proposals Libraries: Where Ideas Take Flight "Libraries: Where Ideas Take Flight" captures the curiosity, optimism, and technological innovation propelling academic libraries on an ascent towards new heights. As skilled navigators of knowledge, academic library workers are entrusted to ensure our communities' smooth voyage into intellectual exploration. Have you implemented a forward-looking approach, developed a best practice, or have an engaging idea or project to share? If so, join us as a copilot on this journey, inspiring attendees with ideas that will shape the trajectory of librarianship and academic libraries into the future. MiALA invites you and your colleagues to submit presentation proposals for the 9th annual conference to be held in-person, May 15-17, 2024 at The Fetzer Center, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI. Participation from librarians, library staff, LIS students, and administrators from all types of academic libraries is encouraged. MiALA membership is not required to submit a proposal. We welcome proposals on topics covering any aspect of academic libraries. We are seeking the following presentation formats: * Presentations, panels, or moderated discussion sessions (45 min.) * Individual or group presentations, panel sessions, and moderated discussion sessions are all welcome. Each of these sessions will be 45 minutes, including a Q&A. * Interactive workshops (105 min.) * An opportunity to teach and explore current and emerging topics in a collaborative atmosphere. Workshops encourage a hands-on experience that may combine active learning, collaboration, and discussion. * Lightning Talks (10 min.) * A short individual presentation addressing a specific topic or project. Lightning talks provide attendees the opportunity to hear about a range of innovative ideas from a broad and varied group of colleagues in a short amount of time. Lightning talks will be grouped into sessions that may or may not be themed. Lightning talk sessions will be 45 minutes, including a Q&A. Along with presenter(s) information, program proposals must include title, presentation format, presentation description (up to 300 words), short abstract (up to 75 words), and learning objective(s). Proposals will be evaluated on relevance to the conference theme, impact on academic libraries and higher education, originality, creativity, and clarity. For workshops, include plans for interactivity and audience engagement in the session description. If you have a topic you’d like to explore and are looking for collaborators, consider adding your session idea to the Breakout Session Collaboration<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/1GCQ45iTfsMH0Olzfi1HUhjQskytxl0D…> spreadsheet. This spreadsheet is not monitored by MiALA or the Program Committee and is not part of the official submission process. Please submit your breakout session proposal using the application form located here<https://www.memberleap.com/members/form.php?orgcode=MALA&fid=6715791> by January 19, 2024. The primary contact listed on each proposal will receive a message indicating receipt of the proposal when it is submitted and decisions on proposals will be communicated to the primary contact in late January or early February. Questions about proposals can be sent to julie.garrison(a)wmich.edu<mailto:julie.garrison@wmich.edu>. Questions about the conference in general can be sent to conference(a)miala.org<mailto:conference@miala.org>.

1 0

Free Lights - Pick-up Only
by Shauna Quick 08 Jan '24

08 Jan '24

We are in the process of switching to LED bulbs and fixtures. Fluorescent bulbs are available for free to anyone who wants them and will pick them up. GE F32T8 Linear Fluorescent Bulb, 4ft Nominal Long, T8 *Open Box QTY: 28* GE F25T8 Linear Fluorescent Bulb, 3ft Nominal Long, T8 *Open Box QTY: 17* Philips F17T8 Linear Fluorescent Bulb. 2ft Nominal Long, T8 *Open Box QTY: 5 Unopened Box Qty: 24* *Always, * *Shauna Quick* Implementation Manager, MLIS Brandon Township Public Library 304 South St. Ortonville, MI 48462 (248)627-1472 squick(a)brandonlibrary.org *ENGAGE **•** EDUCATE **•** ENRICH **•** EMPOWER* No Reservation Recommendations: your source for colleague-approved vendors! https://nrr.ninja/

1 1

[Employment Opportunity] Systems Clerical Assistant (IT Computer Help Desk)
by BTPL Careers 08 Jan '24

08 Jan '24

Greetings-- Are you a tech-savvy individual that enjoys assisting people with computers? We have a job opportunity for you. The Bloomfield Township Public Library is seeking a professional and resourceful Clerical Assistant to provide support to patrons at the Computer Help Desk. Bloomfield Township Public Library is a Class 5 Library, with a service population of 44,000 people. There is strong community support for the Library and its collections, services and programs offered. Technology is integrated into Library services. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to provide quality service to the staff and the public and the desire to work in a collaborative, team environment. POSITION TITLE: Systems Clerical Assistant (IT Computer Help Desk) DEPARTMENT: Systems (IT), reporting to Systems Department Head HOURS: Part-time, 15 hours weekly. Includes evenings and weekends; Sundays paid at time and one-half in addition to the 15-hour schedule. WAGE & BENEFITS: $16.35 - $21.61 per hour, per hour with increase possible upon successful completion of three-month orientation. Employee assistance program (EAP). For more information, see the attachment or go to the link below my signature. Best Regards, Linden Godlove Administrative Assistant Bloomfield Township Public Library See all of our open positions here: https://btpl.org/employment/

1 0

Closing Sunday - Library Director Search - Hedberg Public Library (WI)
by Beth Barker 08 Jan '24

08 Jan '24

Library Director - Hedberg Public Library (WI) The Hedberg Public Library (WI)<https://www.hedbergpubliclibrary.org/> Board of Trustees seeks an excellent communicator and library champion to serve as its next Library Director. The director will be responsible for the management of a $4.2 million budget, 46.91 FTE, two locations, and a bookmobile, and reports to a nine-member governing Board appointed by City Council. Library highlights include strong local support, active Friends and Foundation groups, a well-resourced local history collection, and a recent renovation. The ideal candidate will have experience in a multi-branch system, be an effective advocate for the library in the community, and find ways to support and collaborate with staff across the organization. With its rich history and natural beauty, Janesville (WI) offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere for people from all walks of life. With almost 66,000 residents, the city boasts an excellent school system, 2,590 acres of parks and recreational opportunities, and a growing job market. The recently revitalized downtown area features a variety of shops, restaurants, and activities. And the serene Rock River offers opportunities for outdoor adventures. Residents appreciate proximity to metro areas like Milwaukee and Chicago as well as the cities of Madison and Rockford. Responsibilities: The Library Director performs highly responsible administrative and professional library work in developing, planning, and directing all policies, programs, operations, and activities of the library; develops an effective and collaborative leadership team within the library and works with the leadership team regarding planning strategies, library operations, and problem solving; prepares the annual library operational and capital budget for the board's review; prepares, certifies, and submits the library annual report to the Department of Public Instruction; serves as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to the Hedberg Public Library Foundation and provides administrative support; attends meetings and participates in activities of the Friends of the Hedberg Public Library to further the mission and services of the Library; and works with the Prairie Lakes Library System on cooperative projects. Additional responsibilities and duties are included in the position description below. Qualifications: Minimum qualifications include graduation from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university with a Master of Library and Information Science degree; a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional librarian experience within a public library, coupled with at least five (5) years of supervisory or department head level experience; and a Wisconsin Public Library Director Grade 1 Certification (or attaining certification within one (1) year of hire), and a valid state-issued driver's license at time of hire are required. Experience as a Director is strongly preferred. In lieu of the minimum requirements, a combination of education and relevant experience may be considered. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $115,715 - $128,572 with compensation depending on qualifications (DOQ). The position includes an excellent fringe benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<https://bradburymiller.com/>. Apply via email with a cover letter and your resume as Word or PDF attachments to Brian C. Hare<mailto:brianhare@bradburymiller.com> (brianhare(a)bradburymiller.com<mailto:brianhare@bradburymiller.com>). This position closes on January 14, 2024. View the most up to date version of this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links at https://bradburymiller.com/job/hedberg-wi/. - 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!

1 0

Job Posting: Community Engagement Librarian, Youth/Teen Services, Full-time
by Sarah Roe 08 Jan '24

08 Jan '24

Taylor Community Library seeks detail-oriented and enthusiastic candidates for a Community Engagement Librarian focusing on Youth/Teen Services. The ideal candidate’s job duties and skills will likely include, but not be limited to, the following: - Ordering and weeding various specialty collections for youth. - Planning and facilitating weekly storytimes for babies, toddlers, and families. - Other events as time and capacity permits. - Event offerings may change based on community needs. - Conducting outreach with public and private schools, non-profits supporting parents and families, and other family-oriented events in the community. - Current content creation tools for publicity and social media are MailChimp and Canva. - Current content management system is WordPress. - Current ILS is CARL.X. To be considered for this position, candidates must have a 4-year degree (possession of, or enrollment in, an ALA-accredited MLIS/MIS program preferred). Preference will be given to those with demonstrated experience in community outreach, Braille & Talking Books, education, social work, or related fields. To apply, you must upload your resume along with a thoughtful cover letter indicating why you would be a good fit for this role using our standard application and job description for a Community Engagement Librarian <https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=185859&…> . Starting Salary Range: $40,000 - $42,500 annual *Sarah Roe (she/her)* *Community Engagement Librarian* [Image: The library's logo composed of the braille letters "TCL" and "Taylor Community Library" printed below all in gradient shades of blue.] Confidential: This message and all contents contain information from the City of Taylor which may be privileged, confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure under applicable law. The information is intended to be for the addressee only. If you are not the addressee, or if you have received this message in error, any disclosure, copying, distribution or use of the contents of this message is prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please notify us immediately by reply email or telephone 734-287-6550 and destroy the original message and all attachments without retaining any copies.

1 0

Library of Michigan Releases 2024 Michigan Notable Books
by Oster, Adam (MDE) 08 Jan '24

08 Jan '24

The Library of Michigan is pleased to announce the 2024 Michigan Notable Books list. The 2024 list was first announced in the Sunday, January 7, 2024 issue of the Detroit Free Press as well as online: https://www.freep.com/story/entertainment/arts/2024/01/07/library-michigan-… Find more information about the Michigan Notable Books program by going to www.Michigan.gov/NotableBooks<http://www.michigan.gov/NotableBooks>. Details about the 2024 Michigan Notable Books Author Tour are currently being finalized. Look for a future announcement about applying to host a 2024 MNB Author soon. Thanks! Adam Adam Oster, Community Engagement Librarian Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 702 W. Kalamazoo PO Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909 ostera(a)michigan.gov<mailto:ostera@michigan.gov> | 517-335-1469 | 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/>

1 0

Michigan Great Lakes Great Books Award - voting ends January 13!
by Jesse Shirtz 08 Jan '24

08 Jan '24

PRESS RELEASE[https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/llJtheHeSBnvRWRsjHsaajEGYzpICy… Great Lakes Great Books Award Jesse Shirtz & Heather Lander, committee co-chairs 906-486-4381 GreatLakesGreatBooks(a)gmail.com<mailto:GreatLakesGreatBooks@gmail.com> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2023-24 Great Lakes Great Books Award Voting Ends January 13 Winners elected by Michigan students [ISHPEMING, MI] - Voting for this year’s Great Lakes Great Books Award ends Saturday, January 13, 2024. Each year the Award committee selects eight nominees in each of the five categories. Michigan students in grades K-12 elect the winners by voting on the pool of 40 nominees chosen by the committee. Titles with the most votes will be declared the winners and honor books during the Michigan Reading Association’s Annual Conference to be held March 15-17. The nominees are as follows: K-1: Anglerfish: The Seadevil of the Deep by Elaine M. Alexander, illustrated by Fiona Fogg Knight Owl by Christopher Denise Berry Song by Michaela Goade How To Party Like a Snail by Naseem Hrab, illustrated by Kelly Collier Out of a Jar by Deborah Marcero Somewhere in the Bayou by Jerome Pumphrey & Jarrett Pumphrey That’s Not My Name by Anoosha Syed Fox at Night by Corey R. Tabor 2-3: Farmhouse by Sophie Blackall My Parents Won’t Stop Talking! written and illustrated by Emma Hunsinger and Tillie Walden Listen to the Language of the Trees: A Story of How Forests Communicate Underground by Tera Kelley, illustrated by Marie Hermansson Ivy Lost and Found by Cynthia Lord, illustrated by Stephanie Graegin The Sweetest Scoop: Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Revolution by Lisa Robinson, illustrated by Stacy Innerst Abdul’s Story by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, illustrated by Tiffany Rose Nano: The Spectacular Science of the Very (Very) Small by Jess Wade, illustrated by Melissa Castrillón Wildfire! by Ashley Wolff 4-5: Another Kind written and illustrated by Cait May and Trevor Bream Valentine Salazar is Not a Monster Hunter by Zoraida Córdova To the Front! Clara Barton Braves the Battle of Antietam by Claudia Friddell, illustrated by Christopher Cyr A Duet For Home by Karina Yan Glaser Answers in the Pages by David Levithan Coming Up Short by Laurie Morrison The Aquanaut by Dan Santat The Real Dada Mother Goose: A Treasury of Complete Nonsense by Jon Scieszka, illustrated by Julia Rothman 6-8: Iveliz Explains It All by Andrea Beatriz Arango, illustrated by Alyssa Bermudez Scout is Not a Band Kid by Jade Armstrong The Wolves and Moose of Isle Royale: Restoring an Island Ecosystem by Nancy F. Castaldo, photography by Morgan Heim Frankie & Bug by Gayle Forman Jennifer Chan is Not Alone by Tae Keller Salt Magic by Hope Larson, illustrated by Rebecca Mock Tin Man by Justin Madson The Golden Hour by Niki Smith 9-12: Hollow Fires by Samira Ahmed The Name She Gave Me by Betty Culley Murder Among Friends: How Leopold and Loeb Tried to Commit the Perfect Crime by Candace Fleming You’d Be Home Now by Kathleen Glasgow Ain’t Burned All the Bright by Jason Reynolds, illustrated by Jason Griffin I Must Betray You by Ruta Sepetys All My Rage by Sabaa Tahir The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas “This Award is intended to introduce kids to excellent books and to encourage their participation in the democratic election process by voting for the winners,” says Award co-chair Jesse Shirtz. “I love that the winners are elected only by Michigan students; no adults allowed!” She added that students may vote if they’ve read at least one book in a category. Votes may be submitted until January 13, 2024 on MRA’s website at <http://www.michiganreading.org> www.michiganreading.org/great-lakes-great-books<http://www.michiganreading.org/great-lakes-great-books>. The committee maintains a web presence on social media: @MichGLGBooks on Facebook and Twitter, and @GreatLakesGreatBooks on Instagram. About the Great Lakes Great Books Award: The purpose of the Great Lakes Great Books Award is to celebrate recent literature with Michigan students that has literary merit and kid appeal, and presents diverse points of view, while highlighting the election process in the selection of the winners. The Award was established in 1987 by the Michigan Reading Association. The frequency and categories in which the Award is given have fluctuated since its inception, becoming an annual award in 1995-96 and solidifying into the current five categories in 2004-05. ### Jesse Shirtz (she/her<https://pronouns.org/>) Library Director Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library 317 N. Main Street Ishpeming, MI 49849 906-486-4381 www.ishpeminglibrary.info<http://www.ishpeminglibrary.info> co-chair Great Lakes Great Books Award<http://www.michiganreading.org/great-lakes-great-books> Michigan Reading Association

1 0

Ernest A. DiMattia, Jr. Award Call for Nominations
by Lance Werner 08 Jan '24

08 Jan '24

Happy New Year! ALA is accepting nominations for the Ernest DiMattia, Jr. Award. I encourage you to apply! More information is available at the link below. https://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2024/01/ernest-dimattia-jr-award-ca… Lance Werner Director, Kent District Library 616-784-2007<tel:616-784-2007> // lwerner(a)kdl.org<mailto:lwerner@kdl.org>

1 0

A Little Pocket of History: A Unique Cold War Story
by Kirsten Wellnitz 07 Jan '24

07 Jan '24

Join us on Zoom this Wednesday, January 10, 6:00 pm for A Little Pocket of History: A Unique Cold War Story with author Donald Smith as he discusses his book Steinstuecken: A Little Pocket of Freedom. For more information and to register for the Zoom link please visit our event calendar here: https://www.baycountylibrary.org/event/evening-sessions-little-pocket-histo… Kirsten Wellnitz Managing Librarian Alice & Jack Wirt Library 500 Center Ave. Bay City, MI 48708 989-893-9566 ext. 2111

1 0

Books from Book Club Kits Available
by Janelle Bishop 06 Jan '24

06 Jan '24

Happy New Year Everyone! I had to discard 16 book club kits to make room for the new ones, so I have some books to give away. All of the kits have 10 paperback copies of the same book and only a few of them have a large print copy of the book also (I will indicate which ones have the large print copy below). They are all in good to excellent condition. Because these went so quickly last year, please request only one per library. The books have a white sticker with a number on the lower spine and a sticker on the front cover that has our library name and a note about it belonging to a book club kit. Our library name is stamped on the title page and usually page 39. I am not removing/covering any of these for fear of ruining the books, please remove or cover all mention of our library when you receive them. I also have copies of the discussion questions in Microsoft word that are on our letterhead, please let me know if you want them. They are: - Pachinko by Min Jin Lee (extra large print copy). - Little Bee by Chris Cleaves. - Painted Horses by Malcolm Brooks. - Stealing Mona Lisa by Carson Morton. - Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield. - Bookman's Tale by Charlie Lovett. - The Apprentice: My Life in the Kitchen by Jacques Pepin. - Devil in the White City: murder, magic, and madness at the fair that changed America by Erik Larson. - House of Special Purpose by John Boyne. - Bel Canto by Ann Patchett. - Lights out: a cyberattack, a nation unprepared, surviving the aftermath by Ted Koppel (extra large print copy). - Freedom by Jonathan Franzen. - Left Neglected by Lisa Genova. - Elizabeth Street by Laurie Fabiano. - Case Histories by Kate Atkinson. Please let me know which title(s) you would like and what your library and ZV code is. These will probably be sent out in the next few days and I will let each library know which one they are getting. Let me know if you have any questions. Thank you very much, Janelle Janelle (Martin) Bishop Head of Fiction Marguerite deAngeli Library Lapeer District Library 921 W. Nepessing St. Lapeer, MI 48446 jmartin(a)lib.lapeer.org 810-664-6971 ext 3218

1 1