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UPRLC Conference Registration Deadline
by Lisa Waskin 01 Sep '23

01 Sep '23

Hear ye, Hear ye, the last and final day of registration for the UPRLC Conference is on Wednesday, September 6th. This one-and-a-half-day conference on September 13-14, features a wide range of presentations for all types of libraries. Please go to the link below for a full schedule of programs. We are already at 93 registrations and will be capping this at 100 attendees. So if you would like to attend, please register as soon as possible. The Library of Michigan is also holding a free Trustee Training, presented by Clare Membiela, on Wednesday, September 13th at the SDL - Bayliss Public Library, located in Sault Ste. Marie. This event is for Trustees only. You may register on the link below. You can register on the Jotform at: https://form.jotform.com/231694409547162 For a full schedule, please go to: https://uprlc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/UPRLC-AC23-Conference-Schedule… We hope to see you here in the Sault! Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Thank you, Lisa 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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UPRLC Conference Registration
by Lisa Waskin 01 Sep '23

01 Sep '23

In case you missed it, registration is open for our Annual UPRLC Conference - Charting Our Course. This year's conference will be a day and a half event in Sault Ste Marie, Michigan on September 13th and 14th. We have an amazing line-up of presenters, vendors, workshops, and food. In fact, our conference starts off at 1pm on Wednesday with a catered lunch at the Bayliss Public Library from Wicked Sister. This is followed by our membership meeting, and finally a free Library of Michigan Trustee Training with Clare Membiela, or a Team Building Workshop from Scott Garrison and MCLS. On Thursday, join us at 8:00am for registration and more food at the Lake Superior State University's Cisler Center, featuring amazing views of the International Bridge, St Marys River and Canada. We start off the day with the ever-fabulous Kristin Fontichiaro as our opening keynote speaker. Throughout the day you get to choose from 15 wonderful breakout sessions, a panel discussion with Michigan library leaders, and more food with a very tasty selection from the LSSU Catering department. ( I heard there are brownies!) All in the picturesque Eastern Upper Peninsula of our beautiful state. Registration can be found at: https://form.jotform.com/231694409547162 Hotel rooms may be reserved at the Holiday Inn Express, located just across the street from LSSU. For reservations, please contact the hotel at 1-906-632-3999<tel:19066323999>. Please make sure you are contacting Sault Ste Marie Michigan and mention the UPRLC Conference to receive your discounted room price. Thank you and we hope to see you in September. 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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New Job Opportunity - CEO - Prince George's County Memorial Library System
by Beth Barker 01 Sep '23

01 Sep '23

Chief Executive Officer – Prince George’s County Memorial Library System (MD) The Prince George’s County Memorial Library System<https://www.pgcmls.info/> (PGCMLS) Board of Library Trustees seeks a Chief Executive Officer<https://bradburymiller.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PGCMLS-CEO-Position-D…>, a strong advocate who, through effective leadership, will sustain the library system’s progress toward becoming one of the nation’s best libraries. PGCMLS serves approximately 955,300 residents from 19 branch locations with a $38 million budget and 312 FTE, roughly 85% of whom are members of UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO. Approximately 72% of its budget comes from the county and 23% from the Maryland State government. In FY 2022, PGCMLS had 578,405 active borrowers, 98,391 people attending 5,160 free programs, and circulated 3 million items, ranking it among the highest circulating libraries in Maryland. Since 2020, the PGCMLS Foundation has also raised over $2 million to strengthen the role the library plays in the communities it serves, including support for the creation of five resource labs focused on creative design, media production, entrepreneurship, workforce development, and social justice education. PGCMLS is committed to innovation, and it received the Urban Libraries Council’s 2021 Top Innovator Award for its workforce and community development initiatives. The library has fostered a collaborative culture, both internally and with other community stakeholders, and it enjoys strong support and goodwill from its patrons. The ideal CEO will bring extraordinary passion, innovation, and a demonstrated commitment to a diverse, multicultural, and engaged community of patrons and active partners. Prince George’s County, the second largest in Maryland, is vibrant and growing with 27 municipalities. It is home to seven colleges and universities, including the University of Maryland, Bowie State University, and Prince George’s Community College. Prince George’s County is also home to some of the region’s top attractions. Residents and visitors enjoy the National Harbor on the Potomac, FedEx Field—home of the NFL Washington Commanders, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Show Place Arena, a vibrant Hyattsville Arts Corridor, and the Publick Playhouse. In addition to local historical, cultural, and recreational amenities, you will find yourself minutes from downtown Washington, D.C., historic Annapolis, and Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. Responsibilities: The CEO reports to the Board of Trustees and oversees a nationally recognized library system. This position provides overall strategic and operational leadership with full responsibility for, but not limited to, the following areas: personnel and fiscal management; marketing, advocacy, and communications; fundraising and development; emergent technologies; facilities; and external partnership development through engagement and collaboration with key stakeholder groups. Valuing transparency, trust, and collegiality, the CEO will lead a large, complex, and innovative organization that is ready for a leader to tap into the potential of its dedicated and talented people. Qualifications: Minimum qualifications include a master’s degree in library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited program and five years of progressively responsible management experience in a complex, professional organization. Additional skills include political acumen, strong communication skills, the ability to think and plan strategically, the ability to work with a broad range of stakeholders and demonstrated proficiency in fiscal management. Experience in a public library with multiple locations, reporting to a governing board, embracing a multicultural environment, and collective bargaining experience are desired qualifications. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $170,000 – $210,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and 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 Briana Trudell<mailto:brianatrudell@bradburymiller.com> (brianatrudell(a)bradburymiller.com<mailto:brianatrudell@bradburymiller.com>). This position<https://bradburymiller.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PGCMLS-CEO-Position-D…> closes on Sunday, October 8, 2023. View the most up to date version of this announcement in its entirety along with accompanying links at https://bradburymiller.com/job/pgcmls/. Beth Miller Barker Finance and Communications Director Bradbury Miller Associates (cell) 330-340-7115 bethbarker(a)bradburymiller.com<mailto:bethbarker@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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MCLS Labor Day closing begins 3 p.m. Sept. 1
by Mary Ruthko 01 Sep '23

01 Sep '23

Hello everyone, MCLS offices will be closed from 3:00 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 1 through Monday, Sept. 4 in honor of Labor Day. We will be back on Tuesday, Sept. 5 to answer your questions. Accounting: accounting(a)mcls.org<mailto:accounting@mcls.org> Engagement & Consulting: engagement(a)mcls.org<mailto:engagement@mcls.org> Group Purchasing: services(a)mcls.org<mailto:services@mcls.org> MCLS Training: training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org> Membership: membership(a)mcls.org<mailto:membership@mcls.org> RIDES: https://mcls.org/rideshelp Have a safe and happy holiday weekend! 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:1975e1fa-0498-4772-a699-8603893f976b] 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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New MAP Partner: Vicksburg Historic Village
by Jim Flury 01 Sep '23

01 Sep '23

Good Morning, We are pleased to announce that Vicksburg Historic Village [ https://vicksburghistory.org/ | https://vicksburghistory.org/ ] has joined the Michigan Activity Pass program! We welcome them as our newest MAP partner destination. The terms of the MAP pass for Vicksburg Historic Village are as follows: "MAP pass holders receive free entrance, free tours, and free access to events." Thank you for your 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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sample policies
by Amber Alexander 31 Aug '23

31 Aug '23

After reviewing an Internal Control Webinar, they mentioned some policies that I would love to see examples specifically from other libraries. Grant Policy Receipt Policy Internal Control Policy Amber Alexander Library Director, MLIS Presque Isle District Library 181 E. Erie Street Rogers City, MI 49779 989.734.2477, 101 www.pidl.org <http://www.pidl.org/>

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The East Lansing Public Library is seeking a full-time Collections and Technical Services Librarian
by Angelo Moreno 31 Aug '23

31 Aug '23

Hello, the East Lansing Public Library is currently seeking applications for a full-time Collections and Technical Services Librarian. Pay rate for this union position is $53,763.58 - $75,388.30. Please follow this link for more information and instructions for applying: https://www.elpl.org/collections-and-technical-services-librarian-job-posti… [https://www.elpl.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/34/2018/03/book_200_200.png]<https://www.elpl.org/collections-and-technical-services-librarian-job-posti…> Collections and Technical Services Librarian – Job Posting<https://www.elpl.org/collections-and-technical-services-librarian-job-posti…> CITY OF EAST LANSING EAST LANSING PUBLIC LIBRARY JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE POSITION: Collections and Technical Services Librarian PAY… www.elpl.org We look forward to hearing from you! Please reach out if you have any questions. Best, Angelo Moreno, Interim Director East Lansing Public Library 950 Abbot Road East Lansing, MI 48823 T:517.351.2420 ext. 6518 amoreno(a)cityofeastlansing.com Currently Reading: Personas decentes<https://catalog.lib.msu.edu/Record/folio.in00006772518> by Leonardo Padura

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iPads for Patron Training - Best Way to Erase Content Between Uses
by Scott Morey 31 Aug '23

31 Aug '23

Greetings, We recently purchased six iPads that will be used for patron training / outreach. It is important that we make sure all patron data is removed from these devices between uses. Because we will be using these devices for different classes and events up to 8 times a month, doing a factory reset and then reconfiguring them manually is far from ideal. I've also looked into MDM software like Jamf, but it really isn't designed for this purpose either. If you are using iPads for training events or even checking them out to patrons, I would be interested in how you handle this. Any advice will be greatly appreciated and if you are ever up in Traverse City, I'll owe you slice of cherry pie or a root beer. Cheers, Scott W. Morey he/him/his Assistant Director for Technology Traverse Area District Library smorey(a)tadl.org (231) 932-8531

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 31 Aug '23

31 Aug '23

Resources Welcoming America Hello, Friends! I'm Your Neighbor Books-partnering with the nonprofits Welcoming America<https://welcomingamerica.org/> and Let's Move in Libraries<https://letsmovelibraries.org/>-has just released a FREE StoryWalk(r) to promote immigrant welcoming and belonging. Using the beloved bilingual picture book Nieve en la jungla/Snow in the Jungle<https://imyourneighborbooks.org/book/nieve-snow/> (Child's Play Inc.), we are offering 16 free, downloadable signs to hang or stake in your community. Printed by you locally, the Spanish/English signs will invite your community to walk alongside the immigrant character Nieve/Snow on her journey to belonging in a new place. Our friends at Welcoming America<https://welcomingamerica.org/> encourage you to place the signs in your community during Welcoming Week<https://welcomingamerica.org/initiatives/welcoming-week> (September 8-17) and beyond. Explore More & Sign-up for Free!<https://imyourneighborbooks.org/projects/storywalk/> The StoryWalk(r) Project was developed by Anne Ferguson in cooperation with the Kellogg Hubbard Library and the Vermont Bicycle & Pedestrian Coalition. Library Card Sign-up Month September is Library Card Sign-up Month<https://www.ala.org/conferencesevents/celebrationweeks/card>, a time when the American Library Association (ALA) joins libraries nationwide to remind everyone about the valuable resources available with a library card. A library card is your patrons' most important school supply-it's elemental, really-and everyone should have one! Check out ALA's free toolkit<https://www.ala.org/conferencesevents/celebrationweeks/card> designed to help you celebrate, including press release templates and shareable graphics featuring characters from Disney and Pixar's "Elemental"! LM Training - at Your Own Pace Our youth webinars such as "Ready to Read MI Storytime Tune-Up" or "Teen Clubs," are on the Library of Michigan's Webinar Archives page: https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/intro/library-of-mi…. Additional training can be found in our Niche Academy Staff Skills, such as Youth Services Basics or Transforming Teen Services, go to https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills to take a self-paced course. To browse & register for any upcoming LM workshops or webinars, please go to the Library of Michigan Events Registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> page. In the News... Book Challenges Are Having a Chilling Effect on School Librarians Nationwide | SLJ Survey<https://www.slj.com/story/Book-Challenges-Are-Having-a-Chilling-Effect-on-S…> - School Library Journal, 8/24/23 [https://mcusercontent.com/043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405/images/3620c76c-72f7-59… Virtual Symposium The Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) will host our 3rd annual CSLP Summer Symposium. This half day virtual offering is for public library staff to connect, learn, and collaborate as we plan for summer library programming around the upcoming theme of Adventure Begins at your Library. Scheduled for 11:00 AM ET - 4:30 PM ET, Thursday, December 7, 2023, speakers and topics will be announced soon. MiYouth Tuesday, September 12, 2023 2:00 - 3:00 PM Join LM's Youth Services Advisory Council (YSAC) for networking and guided discussion on Banned Books Week and Video Game Collections. Please note that MiYouth has transitioned to quarterly meetings (months vary) on the 2nd Tuesday at 2pm. MiYouth meetings are open to all public library staff who work with youth in Michigan. Looking forward to seeing you at the next "MiYouth TWOsday!" No need to register, just join us at 2pm ET! (This meeting is not recorded) Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/506813991?pwd=Z2NBMTFES1BlRlNVc2lhbzV1eTJ0QT09 Password: 454345 Upcoming LM Youth Services Workshops Ready to Read Michigan Presents: Growing Early Literacy Skills for Parents, Caregivers, and Early Childhood Educators 10:00 am - 4:00 pm ET Tuesday, October 3, 2023 - at Plymouth District Library<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> Thursday, October 5, 20223 - at KDL's Kentwood Branch<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> The Library of Michigan invites you to join "Mother Goose on the Loose," Betsy Diamant-Cohen, as we explore the Ready to Read Michigan Parent & Early Childhood Educator Toolkit. The programs in the toolkit are designed for library staff to host throughout the community, engaging and modeling early literacy practices to parents, caregivers, and early childhood educators. Betsy will equip library staff with the information, skills, and ready-to-use tools to promote early literacy through your library. This RTRM training will start with an introduction/refresher on the how, what and why's of early literacy skills and best storytelling practices. Then we will transition to cover the workshops in the Ready to Read Michigan Toolkit, which are designed specifically for library staff to easily facilitate with parents and caregivers with children ages 5 and under. Lastly, participants will address the important role played by Early Childhood Educators in the development of children from birth to age five, using familiar tips and tools on how to conduct a two-part workshop for them at your library, supported by the materials produced by Ready to Read Michigan<https://www.readytoreadmi.org/home>. Registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> is limited, lunch will be provided. Leap into Science 10:00 am - 1:00 pm ET Thursday, November 2, 2023 - at the Library of Michigan<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> The Detroit Zoological Society and the Library of Michigan are excited to announce the return of Leap into Science training for public libraries. Participating public libraries will receive information and training on what you need to run the Leap "Light & Shadow," "Wind," and "Balance" based STEM programs. Leap into Science is a nationwide program developed by The Franklin Institute Science Museum that integrates open-ended science activities with children's books, designed for children ages 3-10 and their families. The program empowers educators to offer workshops in community settings like libraries, museums, and out-of-school time programs to engage underserved audiences in accessible and familiar settings. Attending this training would make you a Partner Organization in our on-going Michigan Cohort. Registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> is limited. Transforming Teen Services 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday, November 20, 2023 - at the Library of Michigan<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> Join the growing LM cohort of Transforming Teen Services as we explore YALSA's core concepts of "Connected Learning" and "Computational Thinking," discuss how public libraries are already using it, and how to implement it in library communities. Discussion will center on the use of these practices to support equity in youth programming. Breakout sessions will further best practices regarding trending topics related to teen services. Participants are encouraged to bring examples of their work with teens and discussion questions! Registration<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> is limited, lunch will be provided. These workshops are made possible 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. And don't forget to complete the summer programming survey... Collaborative Summer Library Program CSLP has created a survey so they can better assess the usefulness of the materials offered by the program on a national level. We still invite you to fill out the survey even if you did not use "All Together Now" as your theme. After the survey closes, we will randomly select 5 MI libraries to win logoed MeL playing cards! The survey can be found here: https://forms.gle/5N2agGJmmeqWodJh6 If you would like to view the survey in PDF form, you can find that here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C_QDDsfEuTaHEE2pcuw3WV77RcTpmGQK/view?usp=… Have a good Labor Day 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. The Michigan School Meals program allows for all public school students, grades Pre-K to 12, to eat breakfast and lunch for free. Learn more<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/food/michigan-school-meals>. [cid:image001.jpg@01D9DC29.A8852C10]

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Atriuum library software question
by Julie Censke 31 Aug '23

31 Aug '23

I've been unable to send a form letter to my library patrons via Atriuum today, and I'm wondering why. Booksystems is short-staffed right before the holiday weekend, so I'd like to get some help from another Atriuum user if someone is willing to give me a few minutes of their time. Please give me a call if you can help. Thanks! Julie Censke Library Director Colon Township Library (269) 432-3958 office

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