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Information about Library Bike Lending Services
by Scott Morey 01 Mar '23

01 Mar '23

Greetings from Traverse Area District Library! We are in the process of starting a bike lending service and are interested in connecting with any other libraries that already have such a service in place. We would particularly like to learn more about your checkout processes, how the bikes are stored, circulation policies, how you handle the need for helmets, and any other information you could share regarding your experience supporting a bike lending program. Any help would be greatly appreciated. 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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Library Value Calculator
by Anna Merritt 01 Mar '23

01 Mar '23

Hello All, I see that some of your libraries offer Value Calculators on your websites. We use Ploud & would like to embed something like this on our site. Any suggestions of resources? Thanks! Anna Merritt (she/her) Assistant Director / Interloan Specialist Richland Community Library 8951 Park Street Richland, MI 49083 (269) 629-9085 ZV283 https://www.richlandlibrary.org/ -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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Patron photo release for minors
by Laura Puckett 01 Mar '23

01 Mar '23

Hello, We have had a few questions about photos on our social media, especially in regards to pictures of children. Ideally, we would have everyone's permission to post their pictures on social media but when we have large programs that often becomes unrealistic. We have release forms, but when we have large programs, keeping track of everyone can be a doozy. We were curious what other libraries do for photo permissions, specifically for children in the library. For clarification, if it's a small group or an individual, we ask them directly. We also have signage saying that their photos may end up on social media unless they tell us otherwise. We will remove a photo upon the patron's request, but we want to get to a point where they don't have to worry about that. Thank you so much for your help! -- Laura Puckett PR and Technology Instruction Associate Librarian Van Buren District Library 200 N Phelps St Decatur, MI 49045 269-423-4771

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Zoom author chat with Angeline Boulley
by Lindsey Sanford 01 Mar '23

01 Mar '23

Please feel free to share with your patrons! The Lenawee District Library will have an author chat via Zoom with best-selling author Angeline Boulley on Wednesday, March 15 at 6:30 p.m. Angeline will discuss her #1 NYTs book Firekeeper's Daughter, the cultural inspiration behind it, and much more! I've attached the Facebook event as well as the Zoom link along with a print flyer. Feel free to print the flyer and post in your library. https://www.facebook.com/events/1232124234178432/ https://tinyurl.com/AngelineBoulley __________________________________________________ Lindsey Sanford lindsey.sanford(a)monroe.lib.mi.us Lenawee District Library Accounts / Adult Services Librarian 4459 W US 223, Adrian 517-263-1011

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MCLS Virtual Dialogue is Two Weeks Away!
by Jenny Kobiela-Mondor 01 Mar '23

01 Mar '23

There's still time to register for the Midwest Collaborative for Library Service's next free Virtual Dialogue! Join us as we gather over Zoom with library staff from all over Indiana and Michigan in two weeks, on Wednesday, March 15, at 10:30am-noon Eastern (9:30-11am Central). Registration is open now at https://www.mcls.org/training-events/events/virtual-dialogues-2023. Come learn and share together with us as we discuss cultivating a flexible mindset. Our Virtual Dialogues aren't a webinar or workshop, but instead are an opportunity for librarians and library workers at all levels and in all library types to talk about issues impacting their work. During the dialogue, we will spend time sharing thoughts, ideas, and insights with other participants. Because these are conversations and most learning will be done with peers in breakout rooms, sessions will not be recorded; we hope you can join us live. Additional dialogues are planned for May 11, July 11, September 14, and November 15, on topics that are important to you! You can register at the link for one, a few, or all of the dialogues. We look forward to connecting with you! Jenny Kobiela-Mondor (she/her) Library Strategist Engagement, Consulting, & Training Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-481-2013 kobielamondorj(a)mcls.org<mailto:kobielamondorj@mcls.org> [cid:image001.png@01D94C29.D4B9D960] 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>

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Firekeeper's Daughter next Great Michigan Read
by Ashley Ross 01 Mar '23

01 Mar '23

Good morning, Michigan Libraries! Michigan Humanities is pleased to announce Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley as the next Great Michigan Read. Please see the attached press release for immediate release. I know many of you are already planning on programming around this book as well. If you are, I would love to discuss collaboration opportunities with you. If you have questions about the Great Michigan Read or would like to learn more about the program, please reach out. Kindly, Ashley Ashley Ross Director of Programs [cid:image001.png@01D94C26.F99D3CC0] Michigan Humanities 2364 Woodlake Drive, Suite 100 Okemos, MI 48864 517-372-7770 www.michiganhumanities.org<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…>

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Financial Literacy advice
by bellairelibrary＠torchlake.com 01 Mar '23

01 Mar '23

We are looking into providing a financial literacy program at Bellaire PL. If anyone has done such a program, can you send me ideas, advice etc. Thanks! -- Cindi L. Place, MLIS Director, Bellaire Public Library bellairelibrary(a)torchlake.com 231-533-8814

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Employment Opportunity: Assistant Director/Fiscal Officer
by Janelle Thomas 01 Mar '23

01 Mar '23

*Cross-posted. Please excuse duplication.* Full Time Assistant Director/Fiscal Officer Wauseon Public Library Wauseon Public Library is hiring for a full-time Assistant Director/Fiscal Officer. Government accounting experience is required. A Bachelor's Degree or higher in Accounting, Mathematics, Marketing, or a related field is preferred. Starting pay is $18 to $20 per hour, depending on experience. Salary will be reviewed after a 90-day probation period. Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to kblack(a)seolibraries.org. No calls please. *________________________________________________________________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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PTO and Parental Leave
by AW Cierra Bakovka 28 Feb '23

28 Feb '23

Hi all, Our board wants to review our PTO and Parental leave policies. What's everyone else doing? We're class III so comparable size/budget ones are great. Thanks! Cierra Bakovka, MLIS She/Her Director Henika District Library 149 South Main St. Wayland, MI 49348 269-792-2891 ext. 309 waycb(a)llcoop.org

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magnetic sign needs a new home
by Joyce Becker 28 Feb '23

28 Feb '23

Hello, The magnetic music sign pictured below needs a new library home. Please let me know if you would like to adopt it (no rehoming fee required). 3' x 9" Thanks, Joyce Orion Township Public Library Administrative Assistant 248-693-3000 x431 [cid:0327da9f-bf33-41f9-89e1-73c55c575f6b@namprd17.prod.outlook.com] Sent from my iPhone

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