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NEW: Executive Director search - Central Arkansas Library System (AR)
by Beth Barker 24 Jul '26

24 Jul '26

Executive Director - Central Arkansas Library System (AR) The Central Arkansas Library System (CALS) Board of Directors is seeking a mission-driven, community-minded, and visionary leader to serve as the next Executive Director of the largest library system in Arkansas. CALS serves 344,553 residents across the urban, suburban, and rural communities of Pulaski and Perry counties. Reporting to a 16-member Board of Directors, the Executive Director serves as the organization's chief executive officer, providing leadership to an experienced executive team, overseeing 293.94 FTE, and managing a $30 million annual budget. CALS maintains a collection of more than one million items and operates a bookmobile and 14 library locations, including the 135,097-square-foot Main Library, which recently reopened following an extensive two-year, $31 million renovation. The updated facility features six floors of public space, computer labs and classrooms, meeting and event spaces, podcast and production studios, teaching kitchens, makerspaces, and a rooftop terrace. The Joann and Garth Martin Children's Center at the Main Library provides an inviting environment where children and families can enjoy the garden, sensory room, and wellness room. Located on Library Square in downtown Little Rock, the Main Library serves as the centerpiece of a vibrant, multi-building campus. Other CALS-operated facilities on Library Square include the Ron Robinson Theater, the Bobby L. Roberts Library of Arkansas History & Art, and the Rock It! Lab. Hosting large-scale programs such as Six Bridges Book Festival, a city-wide anti-hunger campaign called Be Mighty Little Rock, and employing dedicated social workers within its Community Resources Program, CALS has a long history of playing a critical role in the community through robust partnerships, grants, and awards such as the Library Journal Kline Community Impact Award, received in 2021. The next Executive Director will be an exceptional communicator who champions the organization's mission, vision, and core values while engaging with a wide range of diverse stakeholders. The Executive Director will champion reading, books, literacy, learning, and access to ideas. Through the thoughtful implementation of the existing strategic plan, they will strengthen relationships, build trust, and advance the library system's long-term priorities. Key initiatives for this role include collaborating with community leaders and appointed officials, inspiring a large team of innovative staff to feel empowered in their work, communicating a modern vision of the public library throughout the region, meeting the challenges and opportunities of the rapidly changing world of AI, and operationalizing updated spaces effectively to streamline public service work and improve the patron experience. Little Rock, the capital and largest city in Arkansas, spans 116.8 square miles and serves as the cultural and economic hub for a metropolitan area of more than 700,000 residents. Little Rock is a culturally diverse city with an historic blend of communities situated along the Arkansas River in the heart of the state, offering abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation, including Pinnacle Mountain State Park, the Arkansas River Trail, rock climbing, hiking, and more than 1,200 miles of biking trails throughout the region. The city's vibrant arts and entertainment scene includes the Robinson Center, home to Broadway productions, the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra, Ballet Arkansas, and a wide variety of performances year-round. Residents and visitors alike also enjoy renowned cultural attractions such as the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, the Clinton Presidential Center, and the Little Rock Zoo. Responsibilities: The ideal candidate implements and monitors all present and future policies approved by the CALS Board and ensures that CALS complies with all appropriate local, state, and federal laws and regulations; prepares an annual budget that reflects both the level of financial support and the overall mission of the library system. The Executive Director develops, monitors, and forecasts the overall budget to ensure that funds are dispersed legally and that expenditures contribute to the library's mission; assures that staff development and continuing education opportunities are encouraged and provided for library staff on an equitable basis; oversees public relations, serving as the representative of CALS in the community, maintaining effective working relationships with public officials, governmental agencies, civic and community groups, and the public. This Executive Director initiates and maintains a leadership role in the state's library community to cooperatively develop and encourage initiatives to benefit library interests. For a full list of responsibilities, see the links in the job posting on the Bradbury Miller Associate website (https://bradburymiller.com/open-positions/) Qualifications: An MLS from an ALA-accredited institution is desired. Candidates with an equivalent combination of advanced education and relevant professional experience may also be considered. A minimum of seven years of increasingly responsible professional experience, including at least five years in an executive leadership or senior management role, is required. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $160,000 - $210,000 (with placement negotiable depending on experience and qualifications), plus an excellent fringe benefits package. Interested candidates should submit their resume through the application portal (https://bradburymiller.com/open-positions/) by selecting the position and then the "Apply" button. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates (https://bradburymiller.com/contact/) This position closes on Sunday, August 30, 2026. Visit our website (https://bradburymiller.com/open-positions/) to access the latest version of this announcement in full, along with all related links. - 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!

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Job Posting - Part-Time Student Success Librarian, Jackson College
by Fiero Jen R 24 Jul '26

24 Jul '26

Jackson College is seeking a part-time Student Success Librarian to assist with research help, instruction, and technical services. The position may require some evening work. For further details, please see the full posting<https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/jccmi/transferjobs?keywords=libr>. Jackson College is a rural community college in south central Michigan and serves students from all walks of life. Please contact me with any questions about the position! [Jackson College] All Are Welcome Here Central Campus 2111 Emmons Rd. • Jackson, MI 49201 www.jccmi.edu<https://www.jccmi.edu/> [Facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/JacksonCollege/> [Instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/jacksoncollege/> [LinkedIn] <https://www.linkedin.com/school/jackson-community-college/> [YouTube] <https://www.youtube.com/user/JccJets> Jen Fiero Library/Information Commons Director P: 517.796.8622 E: fierojenr(a)jccmi.edu Schedule a Meeting<https://jccmi.libcal.com/appointments/jenfiero/central> I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading! - Jane Austen

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Upcoming cataloging workshops from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 24 Jul '26

24 Jul '26

Take a look at these cataloging workshops from MCLS! Introduction to BIBFRAME<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6a0b7b9118494248013e2371> 1-day class, August 4, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Eastern (9-11 a.m. Central) Serials Cataloging<https://mcls.corsizio.com/event/6a0b7d0f18494248013e82db> 3-day class, August 4-6, 2-4 p.m. Eastern (1-3 p.m. Central) For these and other great workshops please visit our Training Store<http://store.mcls.org> Learn about our Certificates of Library Staff Development<https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/> in cataloging and essential workshop skills Earn contact hours for LEUs (IN), PGPs (IN), and SCECHs (MI) from most MCLS workshops Please email training(a)mcls.org for any questions. *************************************** Gwen Haviland Membership & Training Coordinator/Project Specialist Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 517-455-7612 training(a)mcls.org Connect with MCLS Website<https://www.mcls.org/> | Newsletter<https://www.mcls.org/news/enewsletter> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/company/mclsorg>

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Director — Bullard Sanford Memorial Library
by Christian Dunham 24 Jul '26

24 Jul '26

Greetings Please see the availability of the director position at our library here: https://www.vassarlibrary.org/jobs Regards, ------------------------------------ Christian Dunham | Director Bullard Sanford Memorial Library facebook.com/vassarlibrary vassarlibrary.org 989-823-2171

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Youth & Teen Services Updates
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 24 Jul '26

24 Jul '26

Practical Puppetry for Powerful Programs! Adding puppetry to library programs can engage learners, promote inclusive environments, breathe life into timeless classics, lift up diverse stories, and ignite imaginations. But who has time for memorizing lines, the budget for exotic supplies, or the opportunity to implement long-term lesson plans? You can do it all without complicated puppet stages, formal scripts, expensive materials, or midnight oil! Experience practical puppetry activities in action. Learn what makes puppetry well-suited to library learning and which types of puppets are best-suited to different activities. Adapt a story, song, or game to include puppets. Practice your crafting and performing skills. Return to your own library inspired and prepared to add puppetry to your own programs. Registration Details: This in-person workshop runs from 9:30 - 5:00 pm EST, with lunch provided. Space is limited and there is a $35.00 fee to attend, payment for either workshop location is due by September 7th. * Monday, September 14, 2026, at the Delta Township District Library<https://maps.app.goo.gl/8Lk3hPuKGboAsqBc6>, register here: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even… * Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at the West Bloomfield Township Public Library<https://maps.app.goo.gl/FedCQNFqQzGn1Zcv6>, register here: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even… This program is made possible by the Library of Michigan and supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Resources Grade-Level Reading (GRL) Week GLR Week 2026 is the Campaign for Grade-Level Reading’s seventh annual virtual gathering. Over five days from July 27-31, we’ll host a week of learning, conversation, and collaboration focused on the urgent issues shaping children’s prospects for early school success. GLR Week 2026 will bring together some of the nation’s most compelling thought leaders, leading practitioners, and lived experience experts to explore timely challenges, emerging opportunities, and practical solutions that can help more children succeed in school and thrive beyond the classroom. Throughout the week, we’ll remain mindful of the theme we’ve followed over the last two years – Focus on the Gaps – while highlighting that progress is not only possible, it’s already happening. Details and registration can be found here: https://glrweek2026.gradelevelreading.net/. ALSC Toolkits Support Your Work Free resources for practitioners by practitioners. ALSC's Library Service to Underserved Children and Their Caregivers committee recently updated a host of toolkits<https://www.ala.org/alsc/publications-resources/professional-tools> <https://www.ala.org/alsc/publications-resources/professional-tools> that provide fresh resources for library practitioners working with populations that are marginalized. Each toolkit offers professional and leisure reading recommendations, support for programming, and materials for families, covering the following topics: * Access to Technology * Autism & Sensory Processing Disorder * Childhood Trauma * Children with Print Disabilities * Financial & Housing Insecurity Resources * New Americans * Spanish-Speaking Populations * Supporting Children, Teens, and Their Caregivers Impacted by Carceral Systems (NEW) Created by the 2025-26 School-Age Programs and Services committee, Navigating Through Tough Times: A Toolkit for Library Workers Serving School-Age Children & their Caregivers<https://www.ala.org/alsc/publications-resources/professional-tools?_zs=Fu5v…> is designed to support library workers in helping school-age children and their caregivers navigate challenging circumstances. Whether responding to community-wide crises, family instability, or everyday stressors, this resource offers developmentally appropriate websites, videos, book recommendations, and activity ideas to foster resilience, connection, and emotional well-being. The toolkit equips library staff with tools to create safe, supportive, and inclusive spaces for the children and families they serve. Talking Teen Services: Preparing Teens for College Through Academic Library Collaboration Thanks to my colleagues at the Colorado State Library, Michigan public library staff are invited to participate! Registration now OPEN!<https://costatelibrary.libcal.com/event/17228796> Have you ever wondered how you could encourage the young people you see in your library every day to understand the value of using academic libraries at their future college campuses? How can we help them understand the resources they will find there, and how getting to know their academic librarians will support their personal and professional success? Come explore today's academic libraries for yourself and begin considering how you could help build this bridge for high schoolers in your community whether or not there's a community college or university campus in your town. Participants will learn about: * What a visit to an academic library can look like for high schoolers * How to talk about why academic library visits are helpful * Example lesson plans and activities provided by academic libraries for visiting high schoolers * Programs ideas for preparing teens for college whether or not you can help them visit an academic library This Talking Teen Services session will include interactive components. Please bring your knowledge and experience to the discussion in the chat, as well as, any questions you many have for our presenter. The session will also be recorded. All registered participants will receive a link to the recording as well as any additional materials shared by the presenter. Caitlin Cooke, is a Teaching and Learning Librarian at Auraria Library; her focus is on library instruction to first-year students. Caitlin received her MLIS from Rutgers University and her MA in History from Goldsmiths University of London. In the News... ALSC, YALSA Reunification Update<https://www.slj.com/story/ALSC-YALSA-Reunification-Update-ALA-Annual-2026> - SLJ Extra Helping, 7/1/26 Escanaba library joins statewide reading initiative<https://www.dailypress.net/news/local-news/2026/06/escanaba-library-joins-s…> - Daily Press, 6/29/26 Finally... I've had a sneak peek at 2027's Mysteries Await At Your LibraryTM theme and I think you are really going to enjoy it! Manual codes will be emailed to directors later this Fall. If you'd like a copy of the manual code sent directly to you this Fall, please complete this form<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfeXo5E0M_2M3r1Rw7Sxr_wnyLwFU2XELP…> using your official work email. [cid:6c576a59-a7fc-4c31-80c6-c80f6603f6cb] Hope you all are surviving the last few weeks of summer library programming! YOU'VE GOT THIS!!! Sending you my best, 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<https://liblists.org/postorius/lists/miyouth.liblists.org/> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. [A picture containing logo Description automatically generated] Do you know an outstanding Michigan educator? Nominate them for 2027-28 Michigan Teacher of the Year! The Michigan Teacher of the Year Program is accepting nominations through September 23. Nominate an educator using the online form<https://mde.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3VO6y33yPJYG0t0>. For more information, visit www.Michigan.gov/mtoy.<https://www.michigan.gov/mtoy> [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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free online astronomy program: The Beauty of Planetary Lineups
by Jennifer Dye 24 Jul '26

24 Jul '26

Adrian Bradley, a fine astronomical photogapher who has presented for us many times, explains the wonderful illusion of planetary lineups. He will share some of his images, and give hints on how to take your own pictures of planetary lineups. Tuesday, July 28 6:00-7:30 p.m. Please register: https://dpl-planetary-lineups.eventbrite.com The program will be recorded, and should be available on the Detroit Public Library YouTube channel within a few weeks. We now have a virtual channel just for the astronomy programs: https://bit.ly/DPLAstronomy Jennifer Jennifer Dye Cataloger Detroit Public Library Main Branch 5201 Woodward Ave Detroit, MI 48202 313-481-1392

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[REMINDER] Marjan Kamali Author Event – Early Bird Pricing Ends Aug 17!
by Kelly Bennett 24 Jul '26

24 Jul '26

Hi Library Friends, Just a quick reminder to lock in your tickets for an inspiring evening with New York Times bestselling author Marjan Kamali ! Join us as she sits down in conversation with Cathy Russ to discuss her acclaimed literary career and national bestseller, The Lion Women of Tehran , followed by an audience Q&A and book signing. 📅 When: Monday, September 14, 2026 at 6:30 PM 📍 Where: Vistatech Center at Schoolcraft College (Livonia, MI) 🎟️ Tickets: $30 Early Bird through August 17 ($35 after) Gather your colleagues, plan a library book club outing, and secure your seats today! 👉 Get tickets online at: [ https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/an-evening-with-marjan-kamali | https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/an-evening-with-marjan-kamali ] Warmly, The Book & Author Society Committee Generously sponsored by Hoopla Digital and The Library Network. Kelly Bennett (she/her/hers) Contract Services Coordinator The Library Network kbennett(a)tln.org (248) 536-3100 ext.147

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MeL down?
by Samantha Ingerson 24 Jul '26

24 Jul '26

Is anyone else having issues with MeL? I can pull up the website but if I try to search for a book, it errors out. We can use MeL Classic but I just want to know if this is isolated to our library. (sorry for crossposting!) Thank you, [cid:214d9cac-d632-4d2a-92d1-fe42d91fb7b6] Samantha Ingerson Technology Librarian Orion Township Public Library 825 Joslyn Road, Lake Orion, MI 48362 Phone: (248) 693-3000 ext 442 orionlibrary.org

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Blackstone Unlimited Compiled Responses
by Director 24 Jul '26

24 Jul '26

Good morning, Thank you to those that responded to my inquiry the other day! There was interest in the responses, so I have them compiled here. I hope everyone has a great weekend. Best, Kelsey Rutkowski *--------------------------------------* *Library Director* *Indian River Area Library* 3546 S Straits Hwy PO Box 160 Indian River, MI 49749 (231) 238-8581 indianriverlibrary.org

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After Hours Community Room Usage
by Michelle 23 Jul '26

23 Jul '26

Hello! We are going to begin after hours community room usage at our library, and I am working on the policy. For those of you who allow this - do you require the organization has liability insurance? We don't require that for when we are open, but someone recommended we do for when we are closed? Do you allow anyone to utilize the room after hours? We currently have a usage policy for during our open hours, and you just need to be a member of our community. Is there anything else I should be concerned about? Mostly the room is utilized by local civic organizations or scout troops and want to have meetings in the room. We will have our policy reviewed by our lawyers, I just want to collect information from others who may do this. Thanks for any insights that you have. Michelle Duclos, Director Frankenmuth Wickson District Library 359 S. Franklin Street Frankenmuth, MI 48734 989-652-8323 www.wicksonlibrary.org<http://www.wicksonlibrary.org/> Never Underestimate The Big Importance of Small Things ~ Matt Haig, The Midnight Library [cid:image001.png@01DD1AAE.F17596F0]

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