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Winter Weather Policy
by Cierra Bakovka 08 Dec '25

08 Dec '25

Hi all, What's your policy regarding closing, closing early, and/or delaying opening for weather during the winter? We're looking at updating our policy. Thanks! Cierra Bakovka, MLIS She/Her Director Henika District Library 149 South Main St. Wayland, MI 49348 269-792-2891 ext. 309 mailto:cierra@henikalibrary.org

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Register today for AI & Libraries Webinar Series from UW-Madison iSchool
by UW iSchool CE 08 Dec '25

08 Dec '25

Tech Crash Courses: Continuing to Navigate the Generative AI Landscape 5-part webinar series Feb 5 – Mar 3, 2026 Thursdays, 12:00-1:00 PM CST Find out more & register today: go.wisc.edu/4a2ok9<https://go.wisc.edu/4a2ok9> Join us for the next edition of Tech Crash Courses as we dive into how generative AI is impacting library services and instruction. Hear from practitioners in the field as they offer practical guidance, critical insights, and real-world examples of how AI is being used in their library. Whether you’re just beginning to explore generative tools, experimenting with applications in your own work, or reevaluating the role of AI in your organization, there’s a session to fit your needs. Each webinar will be streamed live with human-generated captions. Recordings, complete with captions, will be available to registered attendees for 60 days following the end of the series. Webinars in series: * Understanding Mis-information, Dis-information, and AI Content, February 5, 12-1pm CST * Less Friction, More Focus: Generative AI for Overburdened and Neurodivergent Librarians, February 12, 12-1pm CST * Navigating the AI Landscape: Information Literacy in the Digital Age, February 19, 12-1pm CST * Teaching, Learning, and Researching with AI: A Panel Discussion, February 26, 12-1pm CST * A New Role for Libraries in the AI Age, March 3, 12-1pm CST Register for individual webinars for $50/webinar or save when you register for the whole series for $200! – Questions? Email ce-info(a)ischool.wisc.edu<mailto:ce-info@ischool.wisc.edu>

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MAP: Two New Partner Destinations
by Jim Flury 08 Dec '25

08 Dec '25

Good Morning, TLN is pleased to share the news that two new partner destinations have joined the Michigan Activity Pass program. We welcome Tuskegee Airmen National Historical Museum in Detroit [ https://tuskegeemuseum.org/ | https://tuskegeemuseum.org/ ] and Frankenmuth Historical Museum in Frankenmuth [ https://www.frankenmuthmuseum.org/ | https://www.frankenmuthmuseum.org/ ] to the Michigan Activity Pass program! Library patrons receive Free Admission to both Frankenmuth Historical Museum and Tuskegee Airmen National Historical Museum with a MAP pass. Thank you for your continued support and promotion of the Michigan Activity Pass program. Sincerely, Jim Flury 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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FW: NEWS RELEASE: Michigan’s Minimum Wage Set to Increase
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 08 Dec '25

08 Dec '25

Happy Monday! Please see announcement below for Minimum Wage increase: On January 1, the minimum wage will increase to $13.73 per hour. For more information, see Michigan.gov/MinimumWage<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fleo%2Fbu…>. Take care! Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. “the State may not, consistently with the spirit of the First Amendment, contract the spectrum of available knowledge.” Griswold v. Connecticut, 381 U.S. 479, 482 (1965). [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/>. From: Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity <LEO(a)govsubscriptions.michigan.gov> Sent: Monday, December 8, 2025 10:03 AM To: Membiela, Clare (MDE) <MembielaC(a)michigan.gov> Subject: NEWS RELEASE: Michigan’s Minimum Wage Set to Increase [LEO Banner] --- PRESS RELEASE --- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 08, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT: Keely Lovern<mailto:lovernk@michigan.gov> (616) 430-7720 Michigan’s Minimum Wage Set to Increase on Jan. 1, 2026 LANSING, MI – On Jan. 1, 2026, Michigan's minimum wage rate will increase from $12.48 to $13.73 per hour as set by Michigan's Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.legislature.mi.gov%2F(S…> which establishes the annual schedule of increases. Effective Jan. 1, 2026: * The minimum hourly wage will increase from $12.48 to $13.73 per hour. * The 85% rate for minors age 16 and 17 will increase from $10.60 to $11.67 per hour. * The tipped employee rate of hourly pay increases to $5.49 per hour, 40% of the full minimum wage, provided the employee receives at least $8.24 in tips. * The training wage of $4.25 per hour for newly hired employees under the age of 20 for their first 90 calendar days of employment remains unchanged. For further information regarding Michigan’s minimum wage and overtime laws, including FAQs<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fleo%2Fbu…> and the required employer poster, visit: Michigan.gov/MinimumWage<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fleo%2Fbu…>. ### [LEO Mission and Vision. Visit Michigan.gov/LEO to learn more.]<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fleo%3Fut…> ________________________________ Update your subscriptions, modify your password or email address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fpublic.govdelivery.com%2Fac…>. You will need to use your email address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please visit subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fsubscriberhelp.govdelivery.…>. This service is provided to you at no charge by Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fleo%3Fut…>. ________________________________ This email was sent to membielac(a)michigan.gov<mailto:membielac@michigan.gov> using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity ·105 West Allegan · Lansing, Michigan 48933 [GovDelivery logo]<https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fsubscriberhelp.granicus.com…>

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MiALA 2026 Annual Conference: Call for Poster Proposals Now Open
by Dickinson, Thad 08 Dec '25

08 Dec '25

Call for Poster Proposals is Now Open! The Michigan Academic Library Association (MiALA) invites you and your colleagues to submit poster proposals for the annual conference to be held May 6-8, 2026, at the Park Place Hotel & Conference Center in Traverse City, MI. Participation from librarians, library staff, LIS students, and administrators from all types of academic libraries is encouraged, so please share this announcement. We welcome posters on any topic related to work in academic libraries, particularly if they have a connection to the conference theme, Finding Our True North: Creating Connections to Light Our Way. Poster proposals should include a description of no more than 300 words. They will be evaluated on impact on academic libraries and higher education, originality and creativity, and clarity. If you submit a presentation proposal that is not accepted, we encourage you to reframe your topic for consideration as a poster. Prior to submitting your proposal, please review the Poster Session Guidelines page<https://miala.org/annual_conference_poster_guide.php>. Please submit your poster proposal using the online form here<https://www.memberleap.com/members/form.php?orgcode=MALA&fid=8155307> by February 16, 2026. The primary contact listed on each proposal will receive a message indicating receipt of the proposal when it is submitted, and a decision on proposals by the end of February. Questions about poster proposals can be sent to Lauren Vogt, LaurenVogt(a)ferris.edu<mailto:LaurenVogt@ferris.edu>. Questions about the conference in general can be sent to conference(a)miala.org<mailto:conference@miala.org>. [cid:image001.jpg@01DC682B.70C84DD0] Thad Dickinson, MSLIS, MALDT (he/him) Distance & MSA Librarian | Library Research & Instruction Services 900 Tower Dr., Suite 100 | Central Michigan University | Troy, MI. 48098-2834 E: dicki1te(a)cmich.edu | P: 248-526-2638 | F: 248-526-1585 | Webex<https://cmich.webex.com/meet/dicki1te>

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2025 edition of the International Library Automation Perceptions Survey
by Megan Dudek 08 Dec '25

08 Dec '25

Forwarding on behalf of Marshall Breeding The 2025 edition of the International Library Automation Perceptions Survey is now open. For nearly two decades (since 2007), this annual study conducted through Library Technology Guides<https://librarytechnology.org/> has documented how libraries around the world view the systems they rely on to manage their collections and serve their communities. Your participation is vital in helping the profession understand how well current automation systems and discovery services meet real-world needs. Libraries that participate in a consortium are encouraged to respond to reflect their experience with the library management system and discovery service provided through the consortium. The responses from individual members complement those given through the consortial office. Both perspectives provide valuable input for the survey. Why your response matters: * Amplify your library’s voice: Your input helps shape an objective picture of vendor performance, product quality, and support satisfaction. * Guide future decisions: The published results inform libraries considering migrations understand the performance of both proprietary and open source solutions. * Provide constructive feedback: Vendors use the findings to improve their products and services. Your candid insights make a difference. While the numeric ratings provide valuable benchmarking data, the narrative comments also provide essential perspectives. All comments are published in anonymized form to protect individual and institutional identities. If you have participated in past years, please consider responding again this year. Your library’s continued input helps identify year-to-year trends in satisfaction and product development. Take the Survey 👉 Begin the 2025 Library Automation Perceptions Survey<https://librarytechnology.org/perceptions/2025/invite/> You can also review the 2024 survey results<https://librarytechnology.org/perceptions/2024/> and data from all previous editions on the Library Technology Guides website. Thanks in advance for sharing your experience and contribute to this long-standing community resource. Marshall Breeding Editor, Library Technology Guides marshall.breeding(a)librarytechnology.org<mailto:marshall.breeding@librarytechnology.org> https://librarytechnology.org/

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Closing Sunday! Director search - Avon Lake Public Library (OH)
by Beth Barker 08 Dec '25

08 Dec '25

Director – Avon Lake Public Library (OH) The Avon Lake Public Library<https://alpl.org/> Board of Trustees seeks an experienced and innovative library leader to foster and enrich the community through collaboration, services, and resources, as its next Director. Avon Lake Public Library (ALPL) serves a population of over 24,000 residents and has achieved the rare feat of having more registered cardholders—over 26,000—than residents served. The library has one vibrant and busy location, which includes the recently renovated DiscoveryWorks space—designed to include hands-on interactive experiences for children of all ages. With an engaged and experienced staff of 29 FTE, an annual budget of approximately $3.6 million, and the support of the library’s Friends group, ALPL is known for its strong programming, a vibrant social media presence, and modern library services. It is a thriving and well-supported community hub that continues to attract and inspire people of all ages. Key initiatives for the next Director include building on the library’s existing strengths, strengthening external partnerships, deepening community engagement, and ensuring the library’s continued fiscal stewardship and innovation. Avon Lake, Ohio, sits along the shores of Lake Erie about 25 miles west of Cleveland and consistently ranks among the region’s most desirable suburbs for quality of life and offers a blend of small-town friendliness with access to metropolitan amenities. The local economy is supported by strong industries including advanced manufacturing, healthcare, education, and professional services—major employers include Lubrizol, Avient, and a range of civic services and small businesses. Avon Lake features extensive parklands, a well-developed trail system, and abundant opportunities for water recreation along Lake Erie. Residents enjoy access to cultural, educational, and entertainment venues in nearby Cleveland, as well as community festivals, farmers markets, and local arts programming. The Avon Lake City School District is widely recognized for academic excellence, and residents benefit from accessible healthcare, efficient transportation options, and short commutes. Responsibilities: The Director serves as the chief administrator of the Avon Lake Public Library, reporting directly to the Board of Trustees. The Director will provide leadership in vision, policy, funding strategies, budgeting, capital planning, services, facilities, technology, staff development, and community representation. Responsibilities include developing and implementing strategic goals; managing fiscal resources in partnership with the Fiscal Officer; ensuring compliance, innovation, and service excellence; and representing ALPL to civic organizations, businesses, nonprofits, schools, government, and legislators. The Director will oversee hiring, labor relations (including upcoming union negotiations), training, and performance management, and will maintain effective communication with the Board and community. For a full listing of responsibilities, please see the complete job description linked below. Qualifications: Qualifications include An MLIS (Master of Library and Information Science) or MLS (Master of Library Science) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited institution or equivalent advanced degree, eight or more years of progressively responsible work in a public library or similar entity, plus at least four years of administrative level experience. Experience with public entity budget, collective bargaining, successful levy campaigns, strategic planning, and community engagement is highly desirable. Compensation: The hiring salary range is $100,000 – $125,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package.  Interested candidates should submit their resume through the application portal<https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/> (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) by selecting the position and then the “Apply” button. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates<https://bradburymiller.com/> (https://bradburymiller.com/).This position closes on Sunday, December 14, 2025.  Visit our website<https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/> (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) 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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Mittens Visits Ferndale
by Jeff Milo 06 Dec '25

06 Dec '25

Mittens, the MeLCat mascot, made a visit to the Ferndale Library! Mittens stopped by our art installation by @nespaints, swung over to see Keanu at our Patron Survey Station, checked out some seeds from our seed library, and then hung out with Fern the Frog in the Kids Corner! Shoutout to the @libraryofmichigan for keeping us connected to resources across the state! [image: 20251205_105936.jpg] -- jeff(a)fadl.org Jeff Milo Marketing Coordinator Ferndale Area District Library -- jeff(a)fadl.org Jeff Milo Marketing Coordinator Ferndale Area District Library

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Payroll Questions
by James B Lenze 05 Dec '25

05 Dec '25

The Garden City Public Library is looking for a new payroll provider. If your library works with a third party to manage payroll, please take a minute to answer this brief survey: https://forms.gle/VmySDhsP8x9tS5R8A Thank you. James James B Lenze (he, him, his) Library Director Garden City Public Library 31735 Maplewood St Garden City, MI 48135

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Computer Timing Software?
by Tahquamenon Library Director 05 Dec '25

05 Dec '25

Hello Librarians, Does anyone still use a timing software to set a time window on computer usage? In the past, we experienced high volume of patron use on our computers, and this timing software allowed us to queue up patrons as their time expired. Nowadays, most people can complete their work within an hour, and we rarely have more patrons than available computer terminals. While it no longer serves its original design, it still serves some purpose: it encourages younger patrons to check back in with us as their time expires, and helps them keep track of time if they have other business to attend to. Please let me know what program you use if you use a modern generation of timing software that is compatible with Windows 11. Thank you, Ross

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