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Troy Public Library Job Posting - Youth Services Sub Librarian
by Keegan M Sulecki 05 Nov '25

05 Nov '25

Troy Public Library is still seeking enthusiastic Substitute Librarians for our Youth Services Department with evening and weekend availability. Under the direction of the Head of Youth Services, this librarian will work in a team environment to provide a positive experience at our information desk for children 0-13 years of age and their families. For full details and to apply, please visit the City of Troy Job page at: https://troymi.gov/departments/human_resources/jobs.php [cid:image001.png@01DC4E3F.43D549F0] Keegan Sulecki Head of Youth Services Troy Public Library 248.524.3543 troypl.org<https://troypl.org/>

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Great Items Still Available at FADL
by Melissa Moore 05 Nov '25

05 Nov '25

Hello Library Land!! Reposting on a non-MLA conference week. We have a few items that need a new home! Please see attached PDF list for pics, prices, and details. Items can be sent through TLN delivery or possibly RIDES. Large items will need to be picked up at Ferndale. *All offers considered!!!* Please send me an email if you are interested. (2) U-Line 12 Bushel Bin with Spring Lift U-Line Poly Box Truck Demco Book Tape Applicator *Free Stuff:* Disposable Face Shields **The paper towel dispenser is gone** Best, Melissa Moore MA/MLIS (she/her) Head of Access Services Ferndale Area District Library 248-546-2504 x697 Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/174506180?utm_me…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/174506180?utm_me…> [image: Goodreads Logo] <https://www.goodreads.com/?utm_medium=gr_logo&utm_source=email_signature>Get your own email signature <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_instructions?utm_medium=gyo_…>

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Free Toner
by Jordan Wright 05 Nov '25

05 Nov '25

Hello, Tecumseh District Library has some printer toner and cartridges to give away. First come first serve. Please send your RIDES code. Thanks! - For Xerox VersaLink C7020 C7025 C7030 - Toner Cartridges, one each of: - Black - Yellow - Cyan - Magenta - 3 Drum Cartridges - 1 Waste Cartridge - For Ricoh Aficio MP C2030 C2050 C2051 - D0396405 Waste Toner Box - For HP Laserjet 1200 1220 3300 3380 - Black toner C7115X -- Jordan Wright Library Director Tecumseh District Library 215 N Ottawa St, Tecumseh, MI 49286 jwright(a)tecumsehlibrary.org | 517-423-2238 x. 11 www.tecumsehlibrary.org

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Presenter Recommendation Kim Nowack
by Mick Howey 04 Nov '25

04 Nov '25

Hello! Recently BPL hosted the Mackinac Bridge Director Kim Nowack's event Mackinac Bridge- Then and Now. It was a fascinating presentation highlighting the Bridge from its conception to all it takes today to keep the Bridge operational. Kim was engaging, knowledgeable, humorous, and personable. The hybrid event drew well and the audience had a lot of questions. You can reach Kim at nowackk(a)michigan.gov. She did not charge a fee. Please let me know if you have any questions. Best, Mick Howey, MLIS Adult Services Librarian II Baldwin Public Library 300 West Merrill Street Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 554-4649 https://www.baldwinlib.org/ Currently Reading <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/72296780?utm_med…> [image: Book Cover] <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_destination/72296780?utm_med…> [image: Goodreads Logo] <https://www.goodreads.com/?utm_medium=gr_logo&utm_source=email_signature>Get your own email signature <https://www.goodreads.com/user/email_signature_instructions?utm_medium=gyo_…>

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Fwd: Cooperative Director Position Opening.
by Carol Dawe 04 Nov '25

04 Nov '25

The Suburban Library Cooperative located in Sterling Heights, Michigan is looking for a new director. Please click on this link to see the full job description and supplemental materials. https://libcoop.net/slc-director-job-posting/ The closing date is January 5th. The starting salary range is $95,000 to $105,000 and you must be able to meet the certifications required by the Library of Michigan and the qualifications as required by the Cooperative Board. which are both detailed in the description and supplemental materials. This is a unique opportunity to work with a dedicated staff and group of 22 member libraries. *Carol* *Carol Dawe (Search Committee Liaison)* *630-207-1205 (Cell is preferred.)* *Director* *Lakeland Library Cooperative* *4138 3 Mile Road NW* *Grand Rapids, MI 49534* *616-559-5253 ext 2001*

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Reminder: Library of Michigan - Grants Office Hour - Outcomes and Effective Program Measures
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 04 Nov '25

04 Nov '25

The next Library of Michigan Grants Office hour will be Wednesday, November 12th at 3:00 PM. The topic will be What's an Outcome? What's a Logic Model? Developing Effective Program Measures and Q & A. We are repeating the topic from October due to the scheduling change last month. Feel free to send me questions to address at the Office Hour. Register for the Grants Office Hour at https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even… See you on the 12th! Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 / www.mi.gov/lsta<http://www.mi.gov/lsta> [Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan]<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/resources/michigans-top-10-strategic-education…> [Michigan.gov/Vote logo Description automatically generated]<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/> Get personalized voter information on early voting and other topics at Michigan.gov/Vote<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/>.

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MLA Youth Summit - This Saturday!
by Amber Sheerin 04 Nov '25

04 Nov '25

MLA is excited to invite students to participate in the Youth Summit for the Right to Read, taking place Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM at the Clinton-Macomb Public Library Main Branch. This one-day event is designed for high school and college students who are passionate about making a difference in their communities. Through discussions, hands-on workshops, and peer connection, attendees will explore the importance of intellectual freedom, community building, and lifelong learning—values at the heart of strong civic engagement. Facilitated by Kelly Jensen, editor and writer at Book Riot and a nationally recognized advocate for the freedom to read, the summit will help students understand the intersectionality of activism—how issues of access, equity, and expression connect across education, culture, and society. Participants will leave inspired and equipped with practical tools to advocate for the right to read and other causes that matter to them. Registration is free and includes lunch, a commemorative t-shirt, and mileage reimbursement at $0.70 per mile (up to $100) for those who submit a completed form at the event. We’d love your help sharing this opportunity with students, especially those involved in leadership programs, student government, social justice or diversity clubs, and library or English classes. Flyers and social media graphics you can post or share directly with students and families are available on our website: https://www.milibraries.org/youth-summit Thank you for helping us connect students with this meaningful experience in community, learning, and advocacy. Together, we can empower the next generation of informed, engaged leaders! [A picture containing text, clipart Description automatically generated] Amber Sheerin, CMP, DES (She/Her) Program Director Michigan Library Association PO Box 27337 Lansing, MI 48909 Direct: 517-881-3194 Office: 517-394-2774 asheerin(a)milibraries.org<mailto:asheerin@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<http://www.milibraries.org/> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/MichiganLibraryAssociation> and Bluesky<https://bsky.app/profile/milibraries.bsky.social>!

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Free chairs!
by Nannette Pretzer 04 Nov '25

04 Nov '25

Hello, The St. Charles District Library has chairs available for free. They must be picked up in St. Charles no later than Thursday, November 13th. Please email if you are interested. Nannette F. Pretzer, Director St. Charles District Library 132 S. Saginaw Street St. Charles, MI 48655 989-865-9371 n.pretzer(a)stcharlesdistrictlibrary.org -- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. www.avast.com

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Edmund Fitzgerald Fred Stonehouse Zoom Event Reminder: Wednesday, November 5
by Jim Flury 04 Nov '25

04 Nov '25

All, Have you, or has your library in anticipation of having a group watch event, registered for tomorrow evening's, Wednesday, November 5 at 6:30 p.m. Zoom presentation "The Legend Lives On-the Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald" with noted maritime historian Fred Stonehouse? If not, then we have provided the link to the event below. As of yesterday we had nearly 150 registrations! Let's see if we can double that number today and tomorrow. [ https://tln.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1976956&group= | https://tln.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1976956&group= ] We also have Fred's in-person program coming up at Michigan Tech University in Houghton on Saturday, November 15. We will send an additional reminder for that event along with the registration link in the coming days. WXYZ picked up and promoted our two events on their website [ https://www.wxyz.com/news/remembering-the-edmund-fitzgerald-events-across-g… | https://www.wxyz.com/news/remembering-the-edmund-fitzgerald-events-across-g… ] We are also working with Fred on the possibility of his doing a radio interview with The Voice of the Copper Country WMPL [ https://www.wmpl920.com/ | https://www.wmpl920.com/ ] to promote both of our events. Thank you for your support of these two programs. Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Note New Fax Number: 248-716-5584 Note New Email Address:jflury@tln.org

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Conversations Worth Having - In-Person and Virtual Cohorts - Apply by November 3!
by Vernola, Andrea (MDE) 03 Nov '25

03 Nov '25

The Library of Michigan invites up to 60 public and academic library directors, managers, or supervisors to participate in Conversations Worth Having for Library Leaders<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/financialmanagement…>, led by Library Development Manager, Michelle Bradley. Participants may apply to be part of the in-person cohort on December 3, 2025, or the virtual cohort on February 4-5, 2026. The in-person cohort will be held at the Library of Michigan in Lansing. Conversations are at the heart of everything we do in libraries. They are key to effective communications, leadership, strategy, high performance, strong relationships, and the health of our organizations and communities. This course is grounded in Appreciative Inquiry, a widely used positive change approach. At the end of this course, participants will: 1. Use generative questions to shift the dynamics of personal and workplace communication problems. 2. Experience flipping negative conversations to conversations worth having. 3. Use effective feedback strategies with common workplace situations. Conversations Worth Having for Library Leaders Cohort #1 will take place on December 3, 2025, at the Library of Michigan in Lansing. Cohort #2 will take place virtually via Zoom on February 4-5, 2025 LM will cover the cost of course materials and course content, a $1,498.00 per person value. For the in-person cohort, LM will also provide morning coffee, tea, water, snacks, and lunch. All travel expenses are the responsibility of the participant. To Apply: Complete the online application<https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8523322/Conversations-Worth-Having-2025-2026…> by Monday, November 3, 2025 to be considered. Please contact Andrea Vernola at vernolaa(a)michigan.gov<mailto:vernolaa@michigan.gov> for questions regarding the program. Funding is provided in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. Andrea Vernola Continuing Education Coordinator | Library Development Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo St, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909 vernolaA(a)michigan.gov | 517-335-0123 https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan [Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan] [Michigan.gov/Vote logo Description automatically generated]<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/> Get personalized voter information on early voting and other topics at Michigan.gov/Vote<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/>.

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