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Happy news! MLA is the recipient of the 2023 Gerald Hodges Intellectual Freedom Chapter Relations Award!
by Rachel Ash 05 May '23

05 May '23

Passing along some exciting and happy news from MLA! We are so proud to share that MLA has won the 2023 Gerald Hodges Intellectual Freedom Chapter Relations Award! Shout out and thank you to the MLA Intellectual Freedom Taskforce<https://www.milibraries.org/committees-work-groups> for all the work they put in to make this possible and thank you to all our engaged members and advocates who are standing up for the right to read! The ALA Intellectual Freedom Roundtable’s Coalition Building Committee selected the Michigan Library Association (MLA), as this year’s recipient of the Gerald Hodges Intellectual Freedom Chapter Relations Award. This $1,000 award recognizes work on intellectual freedom, patron confidentiality, and anti-censorship efforts. The selection committee commends the association’s impressive work on the MI Right to Read coalition, Intellectual Freedom Toolkit, intellectual freedom messaging center, advocacy resource fund, and education programs. It’s clear that the MLA is a strong defender of the right to read, and the resources it makes available benefit Michigan libraries and can serve as a model for other state associations. We are fortunate to have such organizations leading the fight against censorship. Read the news release from ALA here: https://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2023/05/intellectual-freedom-round-… [cidimage002.png(a)01D73C4D.ABEAD040] Rachel Ash Membership and Communications Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 394-2774 ext. 2 Direct: (517) 881-6652 milibraries.org rfash(a)milibraries.org<mailto:%0bmilibraries.org%0brfash@milibraries.org> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/MichiganLibraryAssociation> and Twitter<https://twitter.com/mlaoffice>!

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Searching for pizza truck
by Lorry Traver 05 May '23

05 May '23

Hi all, I work at a small library in Imlay City in between Lapeer and Rochester in Michigan. We are going to have a summer finale party the end of July and we are trying to locate a pizza food truck to come to the party. Does anyone know of a pizza food truck that may be interested? Or, where I could look to find something like this? Thank you! -- “It is not true that we have only one life to live; if we can read, we can live as many more lives and as many kinds of lives as we wish.” – S.I. Hayakawa *Lorry Traver* Pronouns: She/Her Youth Services Coordinator Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library 211 N. Almont Ave. Imlay City, MI 48444 ltraver(a)ruthhughes.org 810-724-8043 ext. 203

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FOML May Newsletter
by Kristin Shelley 05 May '23

05 May '23

Hi all, Checkout the Friends of the Michigan Libraries May Newsletter. It has a lot of great information. Happy Reading! Kristin Kristin Shelley, Director East Lansing Public Library 950 Abbot Road East Lansing, MI 517.319.6913 (office) kshelley(a)cityofeastlansing.com

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Job posting -- Romulus Public Library, FT Head of Adult Services and Outreach
by Patty Braden 05 May '23

05 May '23

The Romulus Public Library has an opening for a Head of Adult Services and Outreach. This is a full-time non-exempt position with benefits and paid time off for vacation, sick, and personal business. Applications submitted by May 19 will be given priority. To apply, submit a City of Romulus application and resume to: City of Romulus, ATTN: Human Resources Department – [ mailto:dferguson@romulusgov.com | dferguson(a)romulusgov.com ] 11111 Wayne Road Romulus, MI 48174 The application is available on the City’s website: [ http://www.romulusgov.com/ | www.romulusgov.com ] Head of Adult Services and Outreach Full-time Non-Exempt Reports to Director Essential Duties: · Responsible for conveying and carrying out of the Library’s Mission, planning objectives and Core Values · Assists with personnel interviewing and selection · Acts as supervisor-in-charge as needed when Director and other department heads are out of the office Adult Services and Outreach Duties: · Plans, prepares, promotes, and presents programming for adults including computer instruction, book clubs, and other adult programs · Selects, develops, and maintains adult collections · Manages adult materials budget, ensuring operational and budget efficiency · Supervises, trains, and directs work of Library Pages · Manages Adult Literacy Program · Manages technology devices including mobile hotspots, Kindles, Launchpads, Chromebooks, and laptops for public use · Evaluates and manages electronic resources · Manages Food Pantry and Read Boxes · Evaluates, assesses, and implements new adult service objectives and programs · Provides outreach to the community and seeks partnership opportunities with community organizations · Assists Director in researching information, conducting studies, and running reports relating to Library effectiveness, user needs and new services · Writes and initiates grant proposals seeking funding designed to aid, enhance or create library service programs or assets · Provides reference assistant and reader’s advisory to library patrons · Attends TLN Adult Services Committee meetings, E-Content Committee meetings, and Outreach Committee meetings Other Duties: · Manages library website and Google products · Processes and approves meeting room applications · Oversees preparation of monthly Calendar of Events · Maintains public literature racks and community information boards · Attends Leadership Team meetings, staff meetings, professional meetings and continuing education workshops · Other duties as assigned The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified. Qualifications: · Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school · Eligible for Michigan Public Library Certification · Experience in a public services position in a public library; supervisory experience preferred · Skill in planning and presenting library programs · Skill in preparing program flyers and other promotional materials · Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relations with others · Computer literacy including use of social media, databases, proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word and Google Docs required; experience with MS Publisher, library software and WordPress preferred · Ability to provide superior customer service to library users of all ages · Excellent proven organizational skills · Ability to operate standard office equipment · Ability to complete work in a timely manner · Ability to manage budgets effectively · Ability to work cooperatively with library staff and volunteers in a team environment · Ability to produce neat, accurate work within an established time frame · Excellent written and oral communication skills · Ability to lift and push up to 25 pounds Hours : 40 hours/week. Days, evenings, and some weekend shifts. Salary : $56,370/year Benefits : Health/Rx, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life/AD&D, Long Term Disability, Pension, Vacation HOW TO APPLY : Submit a City of Romulus application and resume to the: City of Romulus, ATTN: Human Resources Department – [ mailto:dferguson@romulusgov.com | dferguson(a)romulusgov.com ] 11111 Wayne Road Romulus, MI 48174 The application is available on the City’s website: [ http://www.romulusgov.com/ | www.romulusgov.com ] APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED Patty Braden Director Romulus Public Library 11121 Wayne Road Romulus, MI 48174 734-955-4516 [ http://www.romuluslibrary.org/ | www.romuluslibrary.org ]

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Rochester Hills Public Library Job Opening - Head of Youth Services
by Public Relations 05 May '23

05 May '23

Due to an internal promotion, the Rochester Hills Public Library (RHPL) is searching for the next member of its leadership team. RHPL has a job opening for a Head of Youth Services <https://rhpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/headofyouthservices2023.pdf>. If early childhood development and serving the youngest patrons within the community is your passion and you want to work with a vibrant and innovative team, this is the position for you. This person is a member of the senior leadership team and is responsible for hiring, supervising, training and evaluation of youth librarian staff at the library and setting long-term goals while producing immediate solutions. The Rochester Hills Public Library is located in downtown Rochester, MI and is part of The Library Network and Metro Net Consortium. 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 dream of making a difference in the community and library world, we want you to apply <https://rhpl.org/employment/> and join our team! Applications are due by May 12, 2023. On a related note, please join us in wishing Betsy Raczkowski congratulations as she assumes new responsibilities at Rochester Hills Public Library in the role of Head of Communications & Engagement. Betsy will begin this new role on June 5th, after serving as Head of Youth Services at RHPL. *_________________________________Public Relations Department* Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307 *www.rhpl.org* <http://www.rhpl.org/>

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 05 May '23

05 May '23

Detroit Zoo Coupons for Summer Reading Now Available! Once again, The Detroit Zoological Society is providing promo codes for a free children's ticket (with the purchase of an adult ticket) prize for completing summer reading goals. Tickets must be purchased online using the link provided on each regional flyer. Tickets must be purchased between June 1-August 31st, however those tickets can be scheduled for a Zoo visit through December 31, 2023. Due to the Zoo's need for data, there are different codes for various regions and the easiest way for them to create those regions was based on the Michigan Library Cooperatives map<https://i0.wp.com/micoops.info/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/mi_coop_map_2020-…>. Please print and distribute flyers to pass to patrons who have completed a reading goal according to the region in which your library is located. These links are not for sharing out publicly. * Detroit Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nM8-A9CFGhJxv-yr9gGE98Iu_EyFpMhj/view?usp=…> * Lakeland Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iyPK5Rsi1HnpMRh1i1SWcfyuMWhV5fG-/view?usp=…> * The Library Network<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zPCwQl7Y4bIjgMP8I3s3ETzD9Qxyf2ex/view?usp=…> * Mideastern Michigan Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eiOqVicnG9CvKOOZ3II0tFdkmVFaQ5Qq/view?usp=…> * Mid-Michigan Library League<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MEQuatMXdRo07FWN6NCAcqNGM3y5to4m/view?usp=…> * Northland Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ylmBsaqxaz_BGfiB0P69RnJ5TN3ikhkA/view?usp=…> * Superiorland Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HuSVVTG2TahkrwJbq3sgcVoD7hjSXg_t/view?usp=…> * Southwest Michigan Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pqWsZ9SIKuIKH3PjqvCpHDtywWibu5ub/view?usp=…> * Suburban Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1blyAmXQ5Az14MWTGsfDPj7nJvBEQivoa/view?usp=…> * White Pine Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wVn6r2e-Z8UF7iTu49BDsH1pMKoaudly/view?usp=…> * Woodlands Library Cooperative<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QiHHBEZA-ezi3iezudmnc4eG5K82KB67/view?usp=…> If none of these Cooperatives apply for your library, there is a General flyer<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1t2EAHymZgaIUhVHmGcFNQWlRHNiEARSz/view?usp=…> available in the Zoo's Flyer Folder<https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Yn9eGNo2E3GF9Y1xf8d53MGqFB2u83Jf?us…>. A huge "Thank you!" to the DZS for supporting libraries and summer reading! ALSC The 2023 ALSC Summer Reading Lists<https://www.ala.org/alsc/publications-resources/book-lists/summer-2023> are out and available for free downloads. Four Summer Reading lists are available for birth-preschool and grades K-2, 3-5 and 6-8. In the News... A new Michigan legislative committee on mental health gives parents hope<https://www.bridgemi.com/michigan-health-watch/new-michigan-legislative-com…> - Bridge Michigan, 4/28/23 Preschool providers see uptick in mental health issues<https://www.michiganradio.org/podcast/stateside/2023-04-28/stateside-podcast> - Michigan Radio, Stateside, 4/28/23 Is tutoring enough to combat post-pandemic learning loss? <https://news.jrn.msu.edu/2023/04/is-tutoring-enough-to-combat-post-pandemic…> - Capital News Service, 4/28/23 Teens and social media: Key findings from Pew Research Center surveys<https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2023/04/24/teens-and-social-media-k…> - Pew Research Center, 4/24/23 Have a great weekend, 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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Job Posting: Part-Time Youth Assistant at Saline District Library
by Kelly Soerens 05 May '23

05 May '23

It's an exciting time to join the Youth Department at Saline District Library! We are looking for a dynamic individual to be our next Part-Time Youth Assistant. Our Youth Assistants take an active role in the department, planning and presenting programs for children and families. The position starts at $19.38/hour (or more depending on experience), and benefits include prorated vacation, sick, and holiday time and flexible spending account funded by SDL. See the full posting attached, or visit the Employment page of the SDL website <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__salinelibrary.org_abou…> for more info. Applications received by Monday, May 8 will receive first consideration. -- *_____________________________________* *Kelly Soerens* Head of Youth Services Saline District Library 734.429.5450

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Job Opening - Romulus Public Library, FT Head of Youth and Support Services
by Patty Braden 04 May '23

04 May '23

The Romulus Public Library has an opening for Head of Youth and Support Services. This is a full-time non-exempt position with benefits and paid time off for vacation, sick, and personal business. Applications submitted by May 19 will be given priority. To apply, submit a City of Romulus application and resume to: City of Romulus, ATTN: Human Resources Department – [ mailto:dferguson@romulusgov.com | dferguson(a)romulusgov.com ] 11111 Wayne Road Romulus, MI 48174 The application is available on the City’s website: [ http://www.romulusgov.com/ | www.romulusgov.com ] Head of Youth and Support Services Full-time non-exempt Reports to Director Essential Duties and Responsibilities: · Responsible for conveying and carrying out the Library’s Mission, planning objectives and Core Values · Assists with personnel interviewing and selection · Acts as supervisor-in-charge as needed when Director and other department heads are out of the office Support Services Duties and Responsibilities: · Manages Circulation Service Desk including keeping staff informed, maintaining reference sources and procedural documentation, and responding to patron issues · Manages materials processing · Supervises, trains, and directs the work of support services staff (circulation and processing staff) · Prepares staff schedules in cooperation with other department heads · Manages and reconciles incoming cash, credit and debit card transactions, revenue receipts and Income Tracking spreadsheets · Oversees running of assumed lost, missing, and in-transit reports · Completes sections of the State of Michigan Annual Report for State Aid related to support services · Orders supplies and manages Operating Supplies budget, exercising budget efficiency · Attends Leadership Team meetings, staff meetings, TLN Shared System Users Group meetings, TLN Circulation Committee meetings, other professional meetings, and workshops for continuing education · Other duties as assigned Youth Services Duties and Responsibilities: · Responsible for the administration of Youth Services, ensuring operational and budget efficiency · Manages youth and teen materials budget · Supervises the planning, preparation, and presentation of programming for youth and teens including story time, the summer reading program and other programs · Evaluates, assesses, and implements new youth service objectives and programs · Oversees the selection of materials for the teen collections · Manages outreach to local schools, ensuring good communication · Seeks partnership opportunities with community organizations · Selects, develops and maintains juvenile, parent/teacher and youth professional collections · Ensures that support staff attend staff meetings, professional meetings and workshops for continuing education · Reviews grant proposals seeking funding designed to aid, enhance or create library service programs or assets · Manages volunteers for youth programming as needed to provide excellent service and programming · Other duties as assigned The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified. Qualifications: · Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school · Eligible for Michigan Public Library Certification · At least one year of experience in a public services position in a library; supervisory experience preferred · Knowledgeable about the philosophy and techniques of public library services · Ability to set priorities and work with frequent interruptions · Strong interpersonal skills · Highly responsive and has clear oral and written communication skills · Embraces change in work environment, procedures and services · Good organizational skills; able to prioritize duties and tasks, work independently and assume responsibility · Knowledge of children’s and teen literature and AV materials · Skill in planning and presenting programs for children and young adults · Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relations with children, their caregivers, and other professionals who work with children · Delivers consistently friendly, attentive, welcoming, high quality customer service to patrons of all ages · Proficiency in automated computer programs including use of databases, MS Word, Excel, Publisher and Power Point required; experience with an integrated library system preferred · Ability to operate standard office equipment · Ability to work cooperatively with library staff and volunteers in a team environment · Ability to produce neat, accurate and timely work within an established time frame · Excellent written and oral communication skills · Ability to lift and push up to 25 pounds Hours : 40 hours/week. Days, evenings, and some weekend shifts. Salary : $56,370/year Benefits : Health/Rx, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life/AD&D, Long Term Disability, Pension, Vacation HOW TO APPLY : Submit a City of Romulus application and resume to the: City of Romulus, ATTN: Human Resources Department – [ mailto:dferguson@romulusgov.com | dferguson(a)romulusgov.com ] 11111 Wayne Road Romulus, MI 48174 The application is available on the City’s website: [ http://www.romulusgov.com/ | www.romulusgov.com ] APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED Patty Braden Director Romulus Public Library 11121 Wayne Road Romulus, MI 48174 734-955-4516 [ http://www.romuluslibrary.org/ | www.romuluslibrary.org ]

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Job Posting: Redford Township District Library - Youth Librarian (Part-Time)
by Garrett Hungerford 04 May '23

04 May '23

The Redford Township District Library has a part-time Youth Librarian position available. Starting at $22.16, with paid time off, paid holidays, and up to $3,000 in annual tuition reimbursement towards MLIS. 20 hours per week; includes evenings and weekends. Priority given to applications received prior to May 19th, 2023. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.rtdl.org/about/employment/ Garrett Hungerford, Director Redford Township District Library 25320 W. Six Mile Redford, MI 48240 Phone: (313) 531-2640 Fax: (313) 794-9031 Email: ghungerford(a)rtdl.org Website: https://www.rtdl.org/ Schedule a Meeting: View Calendar <https://calendly.com/ghungerford>

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Performer recommendation-Blues Singer Leonardo Gianola
by Turbok, Joseph 04 May '23

04 May '23

Leonardo performed at the St. Clair County Library System on May 3rd with his program A Country Blues Narrative with Songs. It was roughly a 90 min program and was well received with our patrons with over 60 people attending! A few people were even taking notes and recording certain songs. Leonardo discussed the history of some of the first recorded blues songs and continued chronologically through history to show how the blues developed over time. He has minimal set up as his performance is totally acoustic. He just brings his guitars, a chair, and a 3'' stage. If you have any blues aficionados (or just lovers of good music in general) then I think they would greatly enjoying seeing Leonardo in person. His passion for blues music and the history behind it were infectious with the crowd with many thanking me on the way out for bringing him to the area. Leonardo Blues<http://leonardoblues.com/index.php#nanogallery/my_nanogallery/7217772030100…> Joseph Turbok- Senior Librarian for Adult Services St. Clair County Library - Main Library 210 McMorran Blvd. Port Huron, Michigan 48060

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