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Bloomberg Article: The Fight For The American Public Library
by Jim Flury 27 Apr '23

27 Apr '23

Good Morning, Thought I would share this article. Ferndale Area District Library is noted... [ https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2023-04-26/how-to-protect-your-loca… | https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2023-04-26/how-to-protect-your-loca… ] 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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The Debbi Schaubman Tribute webpage is live
by Mary Ruthko 27 Apr '23

27 Apr '23

**Cross-posted** Hello friends and colleagues, To celebrate the life and memory of our colleague Debbi Schaubman, we asked the library community to submit stories about her and her impact on our field. We received many fantastic responses proving that Debbi was not only a phenomenal librarian and MeLCat genius, but also a force of truth and an exceptional friend. MCLS is pleased to announce that Debbi's tribute page is now live at https://www.mcls.org/about-mcls/debbi-schaubman-tribute<https://www.mcls.org/about-mcls/debbi-schaubman-tribute/>. We hope you will visit and share the link with anyone who may also want to share in Debbi's memory. With many thanks, MCLS Mary Ruthko (she/her) Marketing and Communication Coordinator Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 517-507-4149 ruthkom(a)mcls.org<mailto:ruthkom@mcls.org> [cid:9b4f61dd-16a6-46b0-bcfe-100d34ca2224] 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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free security gates
by Tonya Ryals 26 Apr '23

26 Apr '23

Hi all, It's time that these gates find a new home. It's a single lane RFID gate. To the best of my knowledge, the gate is still operational. It was only removed because we have a double door entryway. This is for pick up only as I would not be able to fit this in my vehicle. Cheers, Tonya [image: 20230227_153201.jpg] [image: 20230227_153155.jpg] -- *Tonya Ryals* she/her;they/them *Director* MacDonald Public Library 36480 Main St, New Baltimore, MI 48047 (586) 725-0273

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Job posting: Troy Public Library - Digital Services Library Aide (part-time)
by Lauren R Arnsman 26 Apr '23

26 Apr '23

Hello all, Troy Public Library is hiring a part-time library aide<https://troymi.applicantpro.com/jobs/2869639.html> for our Digital Services department. See below for the full job description. It's open until May 9th. Library Aide Digital Services Troy Public Library<https://troypl.org/> Starting at $15.00/hour The Troy Public Library<http://troypl.org/> is the hub of the vibrant, dynamic, and diverse City of Troy. The Library sees over 700,000 visitors per year and serves an educated and involved community. Being engaged with up-to-date technology is a priority and a value to Library staff, residents, and businesses. DUTIES * Monitor patrons' use of the library public computers and enforce computer use policy. * Manage patron issues in the computer lab, and enforce all of the policies around that, food, noise, time, managing Envisionware. * Assist technology center patrons, troubleshoot computer hardware and software issues. * Apply a full working knowledge of all forms of technology, especially laptops, smartphones, tablets, and e-readers. * Maintain the library's public calendar and enforce room use policy. * Assist with teaching computer classes to the public. * Perform related duties as required. REQUIREMENTS * High school degree or GED equivalent and a minimum of sixty (60) semester hours or ninety (90) quarter hours of college credits. Applicants with an equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. Selected candidate(s) must submit proof of educational attainment and official transcripts at time of offer. * Ability to interact courteously and effectively with the public, library staff, library volunteers, and other City departments. * Ability to work in a collaborative, dynamic, fast-paced environment, using excellent organizational and time management skills. * Proficiency with electronic resources, Microsoft Office applications, social networking sites, and mobile technology. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Proficiency using multiple devices and platforms, including iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. * As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen (including marijuana). PREFERENCES * Prefer college coursework in Library Science. * Prefer previous clerical experience and strong keyboarding/data entry skills. * Strongly prefer recent experience working with the public in a technology support environment. * Experience with library electronic resources, e.g. OverDrive, Hoopla, and other relevant software. HOURS * Part-time; Year-round. * Average of 20-25 hours per week; Schedule will include at least one evening shift per week and at least two weekend shifts per month. * This position offers forty (40) hours of paid time off (PTO). APPLY Applications are available online at www.troymi.gov/jobopenings<http://www.troymi.gov/jobopenings>. Best, [cid:image009.jpg@01D72564.6B713EA0]<https://troypl.org/> Lauren Arnsman | Head of Digital Services (she/her/hers) 510 W. Big Beaver Troy, Michigan 48084 248.524.3578 [cid:image010.png@01D72564.6B713EA0]<https://www.facebook.com/troylib/>[cid:image011.png@01D72564.6B713EA0]<https://www.instagram.com/troylib/> [cid:image012.png@01D72564.6B713EA0] <https://twitter.com/troylib>

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MeL Maven Badge Optional Survey- Closes May 26th
by Williams, Barbara (MDE) 26 Apr '23

26 Apr '23

Greetings from the MeL Maven Badge Admin, This fall marks our two-year anniversary of the MeL Maven Badge<https://mel.org/welcome>, and we would like to hear all your experiences with our training. Whether you have completed the pathway or are still in process, we would like to hear from you on any thoughts, feelings, or concerns about the Badge. Follow this link to complete our short survey: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7288580/MeL-Maven-Badge-Experience This survey will remain open until Friday, May 26th. Thank you for your time and consideration. If you have any questions, please email LM-LibTraining(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LM-LibTraining@michigan.gov>. Barbara Williams, MLIS Library Development Analyst (MDE) Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 WilliamsB39(a)michigan.gov<mailto:WilliamsB39@michigan.gov> I (517) 241-2149 Having a diverse selection of reading materials for all ages builds literacy skills, engagement, and greater understanding. [cid:image001.png@01D97843.6BE0D920][cid:image002.png@01D97843.6BE0D920]

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Join us next week for Digital Collections Office Hours!
by Gallo, Biz (MDE) 26 Apr '23

26 Apr '23

Reminder that the next Digital Collections Office Hours will be held Wednesday, May 3, 2023 from 2:30-3:30pm. Do you have questions about creating digital collections? Do you have material that you want to digitize and share with your community, but don't know where to start? Are you interested in preserving your digital content and need tool recommendations? Join experts from the Library of Michigan, DPLA Michigan Service Hub, and the Michigan Digital Preservation Network for free advice during new monthly open office hours! Come with questions, like... * What grants are available to support digitization of my collections? * What file format should I be scanning to for long-term preservation? * What platforms can I use to publish digital collections? * How do I work with volunteers to create a scanning program? * And much, much more! Office Hours will be held virtually the first Wednesday of every month from 2:30-3:30pm and are open to any staff or volunteers at libraries, archives, museums, historical societies, or other cultural memory organizations! Use the link below to register for office hours and receive the Zoom link. Come for a question, stay to join the discussion! Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0lce-upj8oG9XI77qeMfLkRc_04ehDFp… Biz Gallo Statewide Digitization Initiatives Coordinator Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48915 GalloB(a)michigan.gov<mailto:GalloB@michigan.gov> | mi.gov/LMdigitization<http://mi.gov/LMdigitization> | 517-335-1402 she/her/hers Michigan’s Top 10 Strategic Education Plan<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/resources/michigan-top-10-strategic-education-…> provides focused direction to drive educational achievement in support of all learners. [Logo, company name Description automatically generated]

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Apply NOW to the Digital POWRR Digital Preservation Professional Development Institute!
by Gallo, Biz (MDE) 26 Apr '23

26 Apr '23

This is a great opportunity for those of you creating and managing digital collections. Please see details below about the Digital POWRR program and applying to the training institute. Biz Gallo Statewide Digitization Initiatives Coordinator Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48915 GalloB(a)michigan.gov<mailto:GalloB@michigan.gov> | mi.gov/LMdigitization<http://mi.gov/LMdigitization> | 517-335-1402 she/her/hers Michigan’s Top 10 Strategic Education Plan<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/resources/michigan-top-10-strategic-education-…> provides focused direction to drive educational achievement in support of all learners. [Logo, company name Description automatically generated] ________________________________ The Digital POWRR team invites applications for the first of five upcoming in-person, 2.5 day digital preservation training institutes. The first Institute will be held July 24-26, 2023 at the NIU Naperville Conference Center in Naperville, Illinois. Due to the generosity of the National Endowment for the Humanities<https://www.neh.gov/>, the Institutes are offered free of charge and travel stipends are available! An ideal candidate for a POWRR institute fits some of these descriptions: • Someone who works directly with collections, including digital materials. • Someone who has been exposed to basic digital preservation concepts, but struggles with moving from theory to practice. • Someone who represents or serves historically underrepresented populations. • Someone who is comfortable with basic technology (navigating a basic computing environment) but would benefit from instruction on more intermediate concepts. • Someone employed by an institution unable to provide professional development funding adequate to attend other digital preservation training opportunities. • Someone who would benefit from being a part of a small cohort of professionals like themselves, and who will put forth effort into sustaining these professional connections after the end of the Institute. For more details on the POWRR Institutes, please visit the following page:<http://digitalpowrr.niu.edu/institutes/>https://digitalpowrr.niu.edu/upcoming-events/ Apply here: https://forms.gle/nDNF23zx1vSvVeTW9 Questions? Unable to apply via the Google Form link? Please contact us at digital.powrr.workshops(a)gmail.com<mailto:digital.powrr.workshops@gmail.com> for more information or further assistance. Application deadline: May 19, 2023 Applicants will be notified of application status by June 2, 2023. Cordially, The Digital POWRR Team

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Employment Opportunity: Page Job at the Indian River Area Library
by Director 26 Apr '23

26 Apr '23

Good morning everyone, The Indian River Area Library is seeking an enthusiastic, energetic candidate to work as a Library Page. A Page position is meant to give you knowledge about what it means to work within a library system. You will have access to a wealth of knowledge and experience which will allow you to decide if the library is where you want to begin your career. The Library is looking for candidates that demonstrate a strong work ethic, are reliable, committed to providing quality public service, and the desire to work in a collaborative, team environment. The Indian River Area Library is a Class II Library, serving over 4,000 community members. We are located in the heart of downtown Indian River, Michigan, right in the center of town. *HOURS: *Part-time, hourly wage, 12-15 hours weekly. May require an occasional Saturday or evening shift. *COMPENSATION: *$12 per hour *RESPONSIBILITIES: * · Performs routine tasks under the supervision of a Librarian · Shelving items returned to the Library · Shelf Reading: “Reading” the shelves to determine if Library materials are in their proper place · Assist staff with day-to-day materials operations and special events · Other duties as assigned *QUALIFICATIONS:* · Be a citizen of the United States or resident alien with the right to work in the United States · Work permit is required if under 18 years old · Ability to file alphabetically and numerically with reasonable speed and accuracy · Ability to lift, bend, reach, handle, and carry Library materials, equipment, and supplies at a minimum of 20 lbs. and up to 50 lbs. occasionally · Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public and establish effective working conditions with fellow employees · Ability to follow specific oral and written instruction *EDUCATION: *Working on or completed high school degree. *EXPERIENCE: *None. Entry level position. Previous customer service experience and/or experience working in a library preferred. *All inquiries relating to this posting should be directed to:* Indian River Area Library 3546 South Straits Highway Indian River, MI 49749 231-238-8581 | director(a)indianriverlibrary.org Apply on Indeed <https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=library+page&l=Indian+River%2C+MI&vjk=dce8fe1…> or email your application to director(a)indianriverlibrary.org if you are interested in the position. Thank you, 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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CSLP 2026 Slogan Wordsmithing Sessions - Reminder
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 25 Apr '23

25 Apr '23

Join the conversation to refine the 2026 slogan suggestions<https://docs.google.com/document/d/13i_lon16cCiIj4v4O0D6js21Xc0q2B5_/edit?u…> for the theme of Dinosaurs! Thursday, April 27 ((10am PST, 11am MDT, 12pm CDT, 1pm EDT) https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88925942544?pwd=ckJkT0F2bFdtSldlTkpwRUR0dXdVQT09 If you are unable to join this week, you are invited to us on May 4: Thursday, May 4 (8am PST, 9am MDT, 10am CDT, 11:00am EDT) https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88931003848?pwd=WGgxYTY5OEJ2bmVyWHVsT1BycWlWZz09 Wordsmithing - the making of changes to a text to improve clarity and style. [Timeline Description automatically generated] We need your input! We are working on phrasing and wordsmithing in this session. Our discussion may include some of the following questions: * Would you tweak/edit any of the suggestions to improve them? * For slogans that are very similar to each other, which one is your favorite? * Which slogan will inspire a fun summer experience? * Which of the slogans have the most flexibility/adaptability? * Which slogan could be problematic? * Which slogan should be eliminated (if any) before we send out for copyright review and translation? What's next - August Listening Session We will have another listening session in August to champion our favorite 2027 Themes and the vetted/translated 2026 Slogans before the final vote. Brought to you by the CSLP Theme and Slogan Committee.

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Venmo in Libraries
by AW Faith Fetty 25 Apr '23

25 Apr '23

Hello All, We are considering the use of Venmo for our book sale this year as most of our patrons tend to not carry cash. If you have used or currently use Venmo for your library, please reach out to me and let me know how your experience was, if you had/have any issues with it, and how you have integrated it into your library. Thank you very much, Faith Fetty Adult Services Librarian Henika District Library wayff(a)llcoop.org (269)792-2891 ext. 302

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