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Zippered Tote Bags?
by Melissa Adkins 01 Nov '23

01 Nov '23

Hi All, What are your favorite places to order heavy duty zippered tote bags from? I'm thinking of the ones that are often used to house book club kits. They can be plain or have the option for branding with library name/logo, I am just looking for the ones you find hold up well and are also fairly easy to keep clean. Thanks, Melissa Adkins (she/her) Library Director Ecorse Public Library 4184 W. Jefferson Ave. Ecorse, MI 48229 313-389-2030 ecorselibrary(a)gmail.com

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Job Posting - FT Support Services Librarian - Wixom Public Library
by Andrea Dickson 01 Nov '23

01 Nov '23

Good morning, The Wixom Public Library is accepting applications for a full-time Support Services Librarian. The position posting is attached or you can visit wixomlibrary.org/employment for the posting and application. The deadline to apply is Friday, November 17. Andrea Dickson (she/her) Library Director Wixom Public Library 49015 Pontiac Trail Wixom, MI 48393 (248) 624-2512 wixomlibrary.org

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Update: MADL closed today 11/1
by Mariel Chandler-Nash 01 Nov '23

01 Nov '23

Hello - Due to continued power outages, MADL will remain closed today. Much appreciated, Mariel Mariel Chandler-Nash HR/Payroll Manager | MADL.org<https://www.madl.org/> 231-737-6248 x112 | MADL Administration<https://www.madl.org/hours___locations/index.php> [cid:facebook_32x32_dedd724a-4c66-4e4c-bef6-56fb353e6bd1.png]<https://www.facebook.com/MuskegonAreaDistrictLibrary> [cid:youtube_32x32_303e5b6d-3b36-482c-9076-bb586baaec50.png] <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3p73nXZ_UJBCLvmNkns5gQ> [cid:linkedin_32x32_3606df07-7193-459b-90a0-01d81d1f6ddf.png] <https://www.linkedin.com/company/muskegon-area-district-library> [cid:instagram_32x32_98913835-3927-4878-8296-2901ab43dbb9.png] <https://www.instagram.com/madl_pics/> [cid:tiktok32_2671f9a0-5d27-4b6a-a162-41e31cba47ad.jpg] <https://www.tiktok.com/@muskegonadl> <https://plus.google.com/+MuskegonAreaDistrictLibraryAdministrationLBPH> [cid:emailsignature_celebratingheroes_celebratinghome_madl3_b31b3680-7f38-4cca-b7eb-48595b4b4e81.png] <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebrating-home-tickets-722787255137?aff=oddt…> <https://www.madl.org/>

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MADL delayed opening 12pm 11/1
by Mariel Chandler-Nash 01 Nov '23

01 Nov '23

Good morning, Due to power outages, MADL is tentatively going to try and open at 12pm. Another update will be sent after 10am if anything changes. This will impact delivery. Much appreciated, Mariel Mariel Chandler-Nash HR/Payroll Manager | MADL.org<https://www.madl.org/> 231-737-6248 x112 | MADL Administration<https://www.madl.org/hours___locations/index.php> [cid:facebook_32x32_dedd724a-4c66-4e4c-bef6-56fb353e6bd1.png]<https://www.facebook.com/MuskegonAreaDistrictLibrary> [cid:youtube_32x32_303e5b6d-3b36-482c-9076-bb586baaec50.png] <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3p73nXZ_UJBCLvmNkns5gQ> [cid:linkedin_32x32_3606df07-7193-459b-90a0-01d81d1f6ddf.png] <https://www.linkedin.com/company/muskegon-area-district-library> [cid:instagram_32x32_98913835-3927-4878-8296-2901ab43dbb9.png] <https://www.instagram.com/madl_pics/> [cid:tiktok32_2671f9a0-5d27-4b6a-a162-41e31cba47ad.jpg] <https://www.tiktok.com/@muskegonadl> <https://plus.google.com/+MuskegonAreaDistrictLibraryAdministrationLBPH> [cid:emailsignature_celebratingheroes_celebratinghome_madl3_b31b3680-7f38-4cca-b7eb-48595b4b4e81.png] <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebrating-home-tickets-722787255137?aff=oddt…> <https://www.madl.org/>

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Spring Learning Opportunities from UW-Madison iSchool
by UW iSchool CE 31 Oct '23

31 Oct '23

Fall & Spring Online Courses Introduction to Library Instruction<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/introduction-to-library-instr…>, Nov 6 - Dec 17 FLASH SALE! Save 20% off with code: iSchool20 Are you interested in presenting library instruction sessions or workshops, but unsure where to begin? This course will help you plan and prepare your own presentations, one step at a time. Each week you’ll be introduced to a new topic, such as lesson planning, audience engagement, assessment, and online learning. Then, you’ll apply this lesson to your library by developing content for an instruction session or workshop of your choice. 10% early-bird discount for registering at least two weeks early! * Basic Public Library Administration<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/basic-pl-admin/>, Jan 22 – Apr 14 * Organization & Management of Collections<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/organization-and-management-o…>, Feb 5 – Apr 28 * Teens in the Library<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/teens-in-the-library/>, Feb 5 – Mar 17 * [NEW] Open Educational Resources 101<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/open-educational-resources-10…>, Feb 12 – Mar 24 * [NEW] STEAM for Youth Services<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/steam-for-youth-services/>, Mar 4 – Mar 31 * Making a Collection Count: Collection Management Basics<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/new-making-a-collection-count…>, Mar 4 – Mar 24 * Reference Desk Ready<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/reference-desk-ready/>, Mar 11 – May 5 * Babies in the Library<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/babies-in-the-library/>, Mar 18 – Apr 28 * Libraries and the Customer Experience<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/libraries-and-the-customer-ex…>, Apr 1 – Apr 28 * Trauma-Informed Care: An Introduction for Libraries<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/trauma-informed-care-an-intro…>, Apr 8 – May 19 * [NEW] Creating a Welcoming Space for Immigrant and Refugee Families<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/creating-a-welcoming-space-fo…>, Apr 8 – May 5 See full course offerings: go.wisc.edu/ischool-ce<https://go.wisc.edu/ischool-ce> Creating Your New Library: Library Space Planning 101 Three-Part Webinar Series Registration: go.wisc.edu/s3sg50<https://go.wisc.edu/s3sg50> Are you looking to make a big or small change to your library’s space, but don’t know where to start? Join John Thompson, consultant and author of “WHAT THE $@!! AM I GETTING MYSELF INTO? A Library Building and Space Planning Guidebook.’” In this three-part webinar series, we walk through the initial steps of assessing your current public library spaces, how to lay the foundation for a successful project, and resources and tools to aid you through your journey. Participants will leave feeling more confident and armed with resources to help create a successful project. Each webinar is presented live, and webinar attendees will also have access to an online course space with webinar recording, additional resources, and optional discussion board. * Part 1 - Time to Dream: Assessing Library Space & Service Needs, March 5, 1-2 pm CST * Part 2 - Creating Your Vision, March 12, 1-2 pm CST * Part 3 - Making it Happen, March 19, 1-2 pm CST -- Questions? Email ce-info(a)ischool.wisc.edu

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Free Books Displays
by Kristina Knezic 31 Oct '23

31 Oct '23

Hello All I have 9 free acrylic clip-on book displays up for grabs. https://www.demco.com/demco-reg-clip-on-shelf-display Kristina Kristina Knezic, Director Berrien Springs Community Library 215 W. Union St. Berrien Sprins, MI 49103 269-471-7074 www.bsclibrary.org

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Howdy, directors! Applicants for new Post-Pandemic Public Library cohorts due Mon., 11/20, noon
by Kristin Fontichiaro 31 Oct '23

31 Oct '23

Hello! If you're a public library director in Michigan, this email is for you! Gentle reminder that we are seeking applications for participation in the 2024-2025 Post-Pandemic Public Library project. We will meet each month during 2024, then meet up for either virtual or face-to-face conferences in Spring 2025. Participation also includes media training by Thom Fladung of Hennes Communications and the option to participate in a community survey to help you gain more insight about your community's wants, needs, and aspirations. Our monthly meeting themes include the following: Jan. 2024 – Who and where we are right now Feb. 2024 – Engaging with community Mar. 2024 – Social media Apr. 2024 – Language May 2024 – Messaging strategies June 2024 – Voices from the Field: What’s working to strengthen community ties? July 2024 – Customer service in changing times Aug 2024 – Difficult conversations Sep 2024 – Change management for staff and community Oct. 2024 – Crisis management Nov. 2024 – Your community’s data Dec. 2024 – Sharing your story: conference presentations More details, including the recording of an information webinar, are available at bit.ly/michiganpppl . Our application deadline is Monday, November 20, at noon! Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions! Kristin -- Kristin Fontichiaro Clinical Professor University of Michigan School of Information 4427 North Quad 105 S. State St. Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285 734.647.3593 Blog <http://fontichiaro.com/activelearning> | Book an Appointment (school year only) <https://www.google.com/calendar/selfsched?sstoken=UUFHX1E5cXRtYUVQfGRlZmF1b…> *Projects:* Michigan Makers <http://michiganmakers.si.umich.edu> | Making in Michigan Libraries <http://makinglibraries.si.umich.edu> Data Literacy in High School <http://dataliteracy.si.umich.edu> | Public Library Management MOOC <http://ai.umich.edu/portfolio/public-library-management/>

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Bed Bug Prevention
by Kimberly Feltner 31 Oct '23

31 Oct '23

What is your library doing, if anything, for the prevention of Bed Bugs? After talking to several pest companies today and being told different things from each, I would like to know if anyone in library land has a solid action plan for the* prevention* of Bed Bugs. Thank you! Kimberly -- Kimberly Feltner Assistant Director Branch District Library 10 E. Chicago St. Coldwater, MI 49036 Phone: (517) 278-2341 ext. 123 Fax: (517) 278-2342 http://www.BranchDistrictLibrary.org

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iPads, AWE, or something else responses
by Killian Weston 31 Oct '23

31 Oct '23

Hi everyone, Thank you so much to everyone who responded! We haven't made any decisions, but definitely have some other options to look into. So many people were curious about the responses, so here they are! Killian Weston Youth Services Librarian Bloomfield Township Public Library ---- *Oak Park:* Auburn Hills has a great AWE-alternative, that frankly we would have probably purchased had we known about them. I don't recall the brand, but they tell us it's better than AWE. Give them a call [image: 🙂] We don't care for our AWE machines - even the new one we have is far too complicated to use and service. *Berkley Public Library (2 responses):* We replaced our AWE with a new AWE about a year ago and it has been pretty horrible. Very glitchy, lots of games that you can't get out of to get back to the main menu once you're in them, lots of freezing and crashing, decreased options/functionality for reports of usage statistics, troubleshooting, etc. We're currently planning to limp along with it long enough to not make the donor feel like it was a waste, and then replace it with something else. I had been thinking iPads might be next but based on your experience maybe not, so I'd definitely be interested in any other options you hear about from other libraries. We haven't been too impressed with the AWE machine we bought a couple of years ago. We liked our older machine but this new one is pretty clunky and glitchy. I think it will be our last. *Northville District Library:* We just went through the same considerations, but I found that if we deployed ipads, it was going to take up a ton of time that our IT Department simply does not have to spare. Therefore, we did invest in new AWE systems, and our patrons have been extremely happy with the updates that AWE has made to their systems. I'm also finding the systems MUCH easier to work with on the back end as well. *Salem Township Library:* We just started using a program called Magic Desktop and our patrons love it! We've only had it for a couple of months, so I can't comment on the service/experience with the company just yet. But so far, so good. We have two touch screen computers, so no mouse and keypad are needed; but you can have that as an option as well. It's geared for ages 2-12. It's also set up with parental controls so we can set what the kids have access to with one master password. We turn the computer on and it loads the program automatically. (It runs like a kid's desktop.) It's full of games and activities, and like I mentioned, our patrons are loving it so far. Besides the initial cost of the computers, the only fee is the annual subscription. *Muskegon Area District Library:* I would stay away from the AWE computers. We have 13 of them (desktop all-in-ones) across 11 locations and we just purchased new ones last year. They have been nothing but problems for us. They constantly freeze, go to blue screens, get stuck in games, crash, etc. We have worked directly with the techs and CEO of the company and they constantly just keep saying that they have a new update that will fix them. After applying roughly 10 updates now, they continue to have the same issues. They claim that the new V3 they are working on will fix everything but I am not holding my breath. At $6,000+ a piece I cannot in good conscience recommend these to anyone any longer. 5 years ago they had a solid product that we never had issues with but for some reason with the new ones they are selling it is nothing but issues. My staff have gotten tired of calling me to fix them now so when they have issues the just unplug them and plug them back in which is usually a couple times a day. If you get any other recommendations from other libraries please let me know because we would like to switch to something else in the future. *Redford Township District Library:* We took away our iPads/Awe computers during Covid and never replaced them. We now have more manipulatives/toys in the department and no one seems to miss the screen time! *Baldwin Public Library:* We had 4 Ipads pre renovation and after the renovation we went with a play table. they're expensive (like $6500) but staff (and patrons) love it.. We went to another library to play with theirs before purchasing since the vendor was confused and thought we were in Baldwin, Mi and cancelled our demo last minute. https://libraryplaytable.com/ *Cromaine Library:* Cromaine currently has a mix of AWE and home-brewed computers that point to certain sites, like PBS kids, ABC Mouse, etc. *Petoskey District Library:* We updated our older AWEs with a new version and they’re really crappy. There’s supposedly an update that AWE hasn’t sent yet. The screens turn black at random, they don’t turn on, the speakers/headphones seem to stop working at random. The kids love the games when the computers work, but it’s just been weird glitches over and over. I hope the update solves a lot of the issues. *T.A. Cutler Memorial Library:* My current feelings towards the AWE company are not favorable, but the kids like the computers—we bought two of their all-in-one computers with touch screen, so they can be used with a mouse/keyboard or by touching the screen. We did not buy the optional heavy-duty bases. They have a three-year warranty, and at 5 months in they look and act like new. I hope they last more than three years, but I don't know that I would ever order from them again. *Coopersville Area District Library:* We have a couple of old AWEs, but when one of them died a few years ago, I was unwilling to fork over the money for a new one. Instead, I purchased an all in one touchscreen computer and loaded Magic Desktop on it: https://www.magicdesktop.com/en-us. It has been our most used computer since we purchased it, but it might be because our AWEs are just older and have more "little kiddish" games. We also have Kindle tablets that we purchased Amazon Kids+ for and keep geared toward the different age groups. While we have to troubleshoot or wipe and restart the profile every once and awhile, it's been fairly low key for my staff so far. *Tecumseh District Library:* Tecumseh District Library has had two AWE computers with touch screens as well as mice and keyboards in its Children Section for many years. We love them! The early literacy programs are geared to children up to five years old. Children are drawn to them and we have rarely had any problems with them. The only thing I can think of is when we first offered the computers, the earphones kept getting stolen, so we just quit offering them. The sound/noise level has not been a problem for other patrons. The biggest annoyance, if you want to call it that, is that some of the younger kids don't get the hang of exiting a program before they leave the computer. So I often hear from afar a repetitive voice (like Big Bird) or a music cue asking for participation...I finally realize no one is at the computer and I go and quit the program via the touch screen. LOL But regardless, we still LOVE our AWE computers!

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Recommendations: Library movers
by Cynthia Simpson 30 Oct '23

30 Oct '23

Hello Colleagues, Can you please provide recommendations and contact info for professional library movers you have used? We are looking to relocate a significant part of our collection elsewhere on campus, well outside of the current library footprint. We are located in the metro-Detroit area. Thank you in advance for any assistance you can provide. All best, C -- *Cynthia Simpson, MLIS (she/hers What's this? <https://www.mypronouns.org>)* *Executive Director of Library Services * Lawrence Technological University Library Buell Management Building (#5), Room M113 21000 W. 10 Mile Road Southfield, MI 48075-1058 PH: (248) 204-3000 FAX: (248) 204-3005 www.ltu.edu/library My work hours may be different from your work hours. Please do not feel obligated to respond outside of your work hours.

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