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speaker
by Amber Alexander 25 Aug '23

25 Aug '23

We are looking for a motivational financial speaker that can address ages 16-25. If anyone has any suggestions or recommendations please email me off list. Thanks, 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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bracket for plastic end shelf
by Amber Alexander 25 Aug '23

25 Aug '23

Do you have any of these metal brackets laying around? They are for these plastic end-cap shelfs. We have one, but need another. Didn't look like Demco sold them separately. Thanks, 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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FREE Programming Opportunity For Michigan Public Libraries: Steam Railroading Institute (SRI) in Owosso
by Jim Flury 25 Aug '23

25 Aug '23

Good Morning, Over the course of the past several months we have been working with MAP destination partner Steam Railroading Institute in Owosso [ https://michigansteamtrain.com/ | https://michigansteamtrain.com/ ] to develop a series of FREE program opportunities for Michigan's public libraries. SRI volunteer staff will travel to any public library in the state, free of charge, to put on the program of your choice from the list below. Below is a copy/paste of the TLN/SRI agreed upon email from SRI. All you need to do to request your free program is to send an email to [ mailto:info@michigansteamtrain.com | info(a)michigansteamtrain.com ] In the email please include the name of your library, your contact information, which presentation(s) you might be interested in, and possible program dates. SRI will respond in a follow up directly to you. Please let me know if you have any questions concerning these free SRI programs for Michigan's public libraries. All Aboard! Jim Flury -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- STEAM RAILROADING INSTITUTE (SRI) FREE Interactive PowerPoint Programs for Michigan Public Libraries through TLN The Steam Railroading Institute is an official Non-Profit 501C3 Volunteer Organization that is the historic caretaker of the Famous No1225 Super Steam Locomotive! It was used for many of the visual and audio train aspects in the Christmas movie “The POLAR EXPRESS” with Tom Hanks. SRI is also an active new partner with the Michigan Activity Pass (MAP), helping to support this exciting program. They can be reached at the SRI’s website [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.michigansteamtrain.… ] [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.michigansteamtrain.… | www.michigansteamtrain.com ] ; where all their activities are illustrated, information also in real-time updates, volunteer opportunities if desired and much more! CONTACTS for FREE POWEREPOINT PRESENTATIONS can simply be made through Steam Railroading Institute by sending an email to: [ mailto:info@michigansteamtrain.com | info(a)michigansteamtrain.com ] . Please include your Library’s name, contact information, which presentation(s) you might be interested in, possible dates, and they will personally respond with a prompt call to you. From school students, FIRST GRADE to HIGH SCHOOL and other organizations both social and business; SRI will excite you by bringing the Super Steam Locomotive History to life. Sign up and get on-board for a special event to remember!! A listing of SRI Programs are shown below and our volunteers will come to your location anywhere in Michigan. 1. The SRI Volunteer Organization, it’s purpose and passions 2. History of the Famous No1225 Pere Marquette Steam Locomotive and its role in the movie “The POLAR EXPRESS” 3. How Steam Train Engines Work 4. History of the Chicago & North Western No175 Steam Locomotive and its restoration (newest addition to our Steam Locomotive Family) 5. Train Robberies in Michigan and the Mid-West 6. Magic Man Behind the Scenes for the historic No1225 Steam Locomotive – Mr. Forest Akers (newest program in development) 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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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 25 Aug '23

25 Aug '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 Resources 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"! Science of Reading: Managing Change for Real Results Monday, August 28, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT Free from EdWeb Presented by Susan Lambert, Chief Academic Officer of Elementary Humanities, and Host of Science of Reading: The Podcast, Amplify; and Javonna Mack, Lead Content Teacher, Caddo Parish Public Schools (LA). Learn the simple steps that ensure success in managing any major change-especially the shift to the Science of Reading. Join this edWebinar to hear Susan Lambert, host of Science of Reading: The Podcast, in conversation with Javonna Mack, Science of Reading Star Award winner and Lead Content Teacher at Caddo Parish Public Schools. Register here<https://home.edweb.net/webinar/teach2read20230828/>. Applications for a visit from National Ambassador for Young People's Literature Meg Medina opens 9/6/23 The Children's Book Council is excited to begin planning Meg Medina's second year of travel as the National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. They will begin accepting proposals for 2024 on September 6 and closing on October 5. Because the proposal form is extensive and requires that a school and public library work in partnership for an event, CBC invites you to review and begin gathering your proposal details now. Review event information and use our checklist to prepare<https://everychildareader.net/ambassador/events/>. The International Collection Librarian's Round Table (or ICLR) will be meeting virtually on Friday, November 10th at 2pm. Please join us to discuss tips and tricks on selecting for your International or World Language Collections, ESL/ELL/ESOL Programming, resources and more. For more information or questions, please feel free to reach out to Shannon O'Leary<mailto:soleary@novilibrary.org?subject=ICLR%20Virtual%20Meeting>, International Librarian at the Novi Public Library. Below is the zoom link containing the link for our Fall Meeting. Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81433964968<https://www.google.com/url?q=https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81433964968&sa=D&sou…>, Meeting ID: 814 3396 4968, Passcode: 570155 Back to School Printables and Activities<https://www.readbrightly.com/back-to-school-printables-and-activities> from Brightly Sharpen your pencils and pack those backpacks. It's time for back-to-school season! Whether kids are heading off to school for the first time or are a first-day veteran, these fun, free, and educational printables and activities are a great way to get geared up for learning. STEAM RAILROADING INSTITUTE (SRI) FREE Interactive PowerPoint Programs for Michigan Public Libraries through TLN The Steam Railroading Institute is an official Non-Profit 501C3 Volunteer Organization that is the historic caretaker of the Famous No1225 Super Steam Locomotive! It was used for many of the visual and audio train aspects in the Christmas movie "The POLAR EXPRESS" with Tom Hanks. SRI is also an active new partner with the Michigan Activity Pass (MAP), helping to support this exciting program. They can be reached at the SRI's website www.michigansteamtrain.com<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.michigansteamtrain.…> ; where all their activities are illustrated, information also in real-time updates, volunteer opportunities if desired and much more! CONTACTS for FREE POWEREPOINT PRESENTATIONS can simply be made through Steam Railroading Institute by sending an email to: info(a)michigansteamtrain.com<mailto:info@michigansteamtrain.com> . Please include your Library's name, contact information, which presentation(s) you might be interested in, possible dates, and they will personally respond with a prompt call to you. Sign up and get on-board for a special event to remember!! A listing of SRI Programs are shown below and our volunteers will come to your location anywhere in Michigan. 1. The SRI Volunteer Organization, it's purpose and passions 2. History of the Famous No1225 Pere Marquette Steam Locomotive and its role in the movie "The POLAR EXPRESS" 3. How Steam Train Engines Work 4. History of the Chicago & North Western No175 Steam Locomotive and its restoration (newest addition to our Steam Locomotive Family) 5. Train Robberies in Michigan and the Mid-West 6. Magic Man Behind the Scenes for the historic No1225 Steam Locomotive - Mr. Forest Akers (newest program in development) In the News... Place Matters: The Environment We Create Shapes the Foundations of Healthy Development<https://developingchild.harvard.edu/place-matters-the-environment-we-create…> - Center for the Developing Child, Harvard University, March 2023. Plus a 1 hour Webinar they co-hosted with the Hunt Institute on Place Matters<https://youtu.be/lMKl7rOzW2s>. Libraries and Librarians Supporting Nursing Families<https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2023/08/libraries-and-librarians-supporting-n…> - ALSC Blog, 8/15/23 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. Hope all are okay after last night's storms. Stay Well, 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@01D9D73B.0BA67180]

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No Power at the Dearborn Public Library
by Steve Smith 25 Aug '23

25 Aug '23

Actually, our power access is very funky, but our elevators and sliding doors aren't working, and half the lights are out on the main floor. Since DTE is rather busy, we have been told not to expect help any time soon. So we are closed for today but expect to be open tomorrow at HFCL and all of our branches. -- *Steven F. Smith* *Automation Systems Librarian* *Dearborn Public Library* 16301 Michigan Avenue Dearborn, MI 48126 (313) 943-2812 ssmith(a)dearborn.gov *Start Here – Go Anywhere*

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Taylor Community Library Job Opening: Paraprofessionals
by Becky Price 24 Aug '23

24 Aug '23

Taylor Community Library is currently accepting applications for an Adult Paraprofessional as well as an Early Literacy/Youth Paraprofessional. These are full-time positions. Details can be found here <https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=166088&…>, or by visiting cityoftaylor.com/jobs. To receive the interview questions ahead of time or for any other questions, please contact our director: Matthew Pannkuk mpannkuk(a)ci.taylor.mi.us Thank you, -- *Becky Price (She/Her)* *Adult & Community Engagement Librarian* *Taylor Community Library <http://www.cityoftaylor.com/library>* *(734) 287-4840* [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 734-287-4840 and destroy the original message and all attachments without retaining any copies. taylor.lib.mi.us

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Career Opportunity - The Brumback Library, Van Wert OH
by Janelle Thomas 24 Aug '23

24 Aug '23

*Please excuse cross postings. * Please find the position profile attached in pdf format. The job posting is also available on the NORWELD Job Board located at https://www.norweld.org/job-posting/director-1. *_________________________________________________________________Janelle Thomas *(she/her/hers)* | *Executive Director *| *The Northwest Regional Library System (NORWELD) *| *Phone: 419-352-2903 | jthomas(a)norweld.org *This message and any response to it may constitute a public record and thus may be publicly available to anyone who requests it.*

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2 Solar Eclipses are coming... Learn more with SEAL!
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 24 Aug '23

24 Aug '23

STEM Activity Clearinghouse Collection Unboxing Webinar A SEAL virtual Training Recording<https://youtu.be/6nMsH0wcyFM?si=QCBqktGyuc5OA9bs> As part of the Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries (SEAL) project, STAR Net has put together a whole collection of solar science and eclipse focused STEM activities on the STEM Activity Clearinghouse in both English and Spanish. Interested in finding out more? Join Claire and Dillon from the STAR Net team at the SEAL collection virtual unboxing webinar to see six different activities from the collection demonstrated and have a discussion about how and when you might be able to employ these activities in your programming. * Slide Deck PDF<https://community.starnetlibraries.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/SEAL-Acti…> * Link bank<https://community.starnetlibraries.org/seal-virtual-training-stem-activity-…> * Register your library to receive free solar viewing glasses: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BT58RYV<https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLU…> * STAR Net's SEAL homepage: https://www.starnetlibraries.org/about/ * Get started with SEAL Blog: https://community.starnetlibraries.org/get-started-with-seal/ (includes professional development, resources, and more) The Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries project is made possible through generous funding from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation https://www.moore.org/<https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLU…>. But wait there's more! Public libraries are invited to check out a NASA @ My Library kit<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/youth/nasa> or a SEAL kit<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SnW6qaJEs7YZKIU9HfXk2jqHXNea0MLL/view?usp=…> from the Library of Michigan to support your space science programming: https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/kitkeeper. This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Thank you, 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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WebJunction content and upcoming webinars
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 24 Aug '23

24 Aug '23

Highlighted Content Transforming Lives with Adult Literacy Programs<https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/adult-literacy-programs.html>: This article is part of a series created in collaboration with the Tocker Foundation, a family foundation uniquely focused on supporting rural, public libraries all across Texas. The series, Rural Libraries at the Heart of Thriving Communities, will take an in-depth look at rural libraries doing notable work in education, arts and technology, economic development, community wellness, and human services Explore the Digital Stewardship Lifecycle<https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/Explore-digital-stewardship-li…>: WebJunction created the Digital Collections Stewardship<https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/digital-stewardship-training-c…> course series to help staff at smaller public and tribal libraries, archives and museums understand and navigate the work of creating, sharing and preserving digital collections of unique images, artifacts, documents, and recordings that highlight the history and culture of their communities. To illustrate the overall range of the work involved in the five stages, we created a simple Digital Stewardship Lifecycle interactive graphic, to provide a snapshot of what is involved in taking on this work. Advancing IDEAs: Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, 22 August 2023<https://hangingtogether.org/advancing-ideas-inclusion-diversity-equity-acce…>: This is the latest Hanging Together blog post, part of a regular series<https://hangingtogether.org/tag/IDEA/> on issues of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility, compiled by a team of OCLC contributors. WebJunction Webinars for You These upcoming webinars are open for registration. If you can’t attend a live session, all WebJunction webinars are recorded and available for free in the Course Catalog<https://learn.webjunction.org/>. Bridgebuilding: Fostering Community Engagement and Dialogue Thursday, September 14, 2023 ◆ 2:00 pm Eastern / 11:00 am Pacific ◆ 60 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/bridgebuilding.html Bridgebuilding is an approach for promoting engagement and dialog between groups of people with different perspectives and experiences. Recognizing libraries as trusted community spaces, IREX, in collaboration with Shamichael Hallman and with support from More Perfect, created the Bridgebuilding Resource Hub<https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/bridge-building-resource-hub.h…> to support and enhance the bridgebuilding capabilities of public libraries, to help combat rising levels of distrust and division in our communities. Join this webinar to learn about the free tools in the Bridgebuilding Resource Hub, including methods for both conducting bridging activities and programs, and for measuring their effectiveness. Public library staff who have offered programs will share their experiences, the partners that they worked with, and what they learned. Climate Action Planning (Part 2): Disaster Preparedness and Community Resilience Tuesday, September 26, 2023 ◆ 2:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 am Pacific ◆ 90 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/climate-action-planning-2.ht… This panel discussion will feature practitioners with deep experience in preparing both their libraries, and their communities, for the impacts of climate change. Our panel will speak to traditional disaster preparedness, business continuity planning, community resilience work, and preparing communities for severe weather events and the increased likelihood of food supply interruptions. While libraries are not first responders, they should be connected with the emergency management community and be positioned as part of both the short-term and long-term “first restorer” network as disruptions amplified by climate change happen with more frequency. Climate Justice Tuesday, October 3, 2023 ◆ 2:00 pm Eastern / 11:00 am Pacific ◆ 90 minutes Registration: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/climate-justice.html Climate justice recognizes the disproportional impacts of climate change on the people and places least responsible for the problem: systematically oppressed communities and communities of color. Libraries that approach climate action through the lens of climate justice can accelerate necessary work in communities to ensure all are heard in disaster preparedness and emergency management work. Learn how to think like a 21st century economist and how libraries can help lead the way to a just transition of our communities to strengthen community resilience and livability not just in the aftermath of climate change-driven disasters, but well before they ever happen. This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Thank you, 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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"The Zoo" Joins MAP!
by Jim Flury 24 Aug '23

24 Aug '23

Good Morning, Well, I'll bet that subject line got your attention! Throughout the years one of the most common MAP related questions from patrons and from library staff, aside from "How Do I Check Out A MAP Pass?" has been "Does 'The Zoo' participate in the Michigan Activity Pass program?" Now, Michigan has a number of zoos. As that is the case, "The Zoo" can mean different things to different people, depending upon where you live. In SE Michigan, "The Zoo" means the venue that straddles Royal Oak and Huntington Woods. But if you live near Grand Rapids, or Lansing, or Saginaw, or Naubinway, "The Zoo" can have a different meaning. We recognize "The Zoo" is a popular family destination, wherever it is. As such, we have always actively recruited "The Zoo" for MAP, wherever it happens to be located. These efforts have usually met with limited success. TLN's Member Engagement Coordinator DJ Bond is currently making a strong push to get "The Zoo" (the Huntington Woods/Royal Oak one) into MAP. I don't know if this is possible or not. I've tried in the past. I do believe that if anyone is capable of getting "The Zoo" to join MAP, that person is DJ. In the meantime, recruitment efforts of potential MAP destinations is ongoing. One that we have always wanted to get but were never able to, until today, is "The Zoo." This is a very popular zoo, whose residents are much larger, much louder, and consume much more than the residents of the average zoo do. What am I referring to here??? Drum roll, please:🥁 MAP is very pleased to announce our newest destination partner, Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Museum in Portage [ https://www.airzoo.org/ | https://www.airzoo.org/ ] Air Zoo is a venue we have long wanted and tried to recruit for MAP, with no success. I believe the new, much easier to navigate MAP software, combined with the additional publicity the program has received as a result of greater promotion by libraries, was the tipping point for Air Zoo to join MAP. The addition of Air Zoo means we now have two of Michigan's premier aviation museums in MAP, the other being Yankee Air Museum, which deserves its own shoutout account they have been a MAP partner since the program started 16 years ago, in Fall, 2007. Since everyone always asks, the "offer" for Air Zoo in MAP is $5.00 off the price of any ticket when the patron presents a MAP pass. We hope you, your patrons, and your families and friends enjoy a visit to "The Zoo" very soon. As always, t hank you for your continued support and promotion of the Michigan Activity Pass program. 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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