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Director Position Closing
by Sharon Crotser-Toy 16 May '22

16 May '22

Greetings, library community! The board will close for this position June 1st. *** The Watervliet District Library seeks a collaborative team-builder as the next Director. This Class II library serves residents of the City and Township of Watervliet, MI. The new Director will have the opportunity to help write the library's next chapter as renovation plans are put into place. Watervliet is a safe and friendly community that provides a good quality of life for its residents. The downtown area has an old-fashioned Main Street with antique stores and gift shops that attract tourists. The Paw Paw Lakes region has been a long-time tourist destination, along with the area’s beautiful farmland, rolling hills, quaint shops and wineries. There are plenty of activities to take part in right downtown with the yearly Independence Weekend Celebration that includes Parades, cook offs, carnival, fireworks, craft booths and more. The ideal candidate will lead the staff of three with a light-hearted approach that motivates and inspires; a commitment to being embedded in the community; and the ability to listen to diverse perspectives and foster programs and services that are of relevance to the community. Responsibilities include but are not limited to planning, developing and evaluating library collections and services; advocating for the library by serving as its official representative in the community; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with library patrons, other governmental agencies, civic and community groups, and the general public; formulating and recommending policies to the library board; monitoring and approving appropriations and expenditures; preparing annual budgets, reports and other financial documents; and supervising and encouraging staff members’ continuing education and professional development. Minimum requirements: Five years library experience Two years supervisory experience Pass background check Must be willing to work day, evening and weekend hours as needed Preferred attainments and abilities include a master's degree in library science, demonstrated leadership and organizational agility, exhibiting strong strategic and operational decision-making skills, being flexible and open to change and new information, solving problems using education, job knowledge, logic, judgment, and data to determine effective solutions, and knowledge of the principles and practices of library science, business management, program development, and administration. Salary range: $37.000-40,000, commensurate with experience and skills, for this 40 hour per week position. The complete job description can be found here.<https://www.watervlietlibrary.net/employment-opportunities> Submit completed resume with cover letter to info(a)wdlib.org Sharon Crotser-Toy Director Watervliet District Library 333 N. Main Street Watervliet, MI 49098 269-463-6382 Connects People, Inspires Ideas, Transforms Lives

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Bathtub Gin and Rum Running: Prohibition in Detroit & Michigan
by Kirsten Wellnitz 16 May '22

16 May '22

Join us on Zoom Wednesday, May 18, 6:00 pm for our next Evening Sessions program! Below is the link to register. Attached is more information. https://www.baycountylibrary.org/event/evening-sessions-bathtub-gin-and-rum… Kirsten Wellnitz Managing Librarian Alice & Jack Wirt Library 500 Center Ave. Bay City, MI 48708 989-893-9566 ext. 2111

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Karen Dybis Program
by Stephen Jackman 15 May '22

15 May '22

Hello all, Today we hosted reporter and author Karen Dybis on her book Secret Detroit. We hosted Karen 2.5 years ago for her book The Witch of Delray as well and to this day it's been my best attended and best received program. She's engaging, charismatic, and completely knowledgeable on her topics. This is the first Sunday adult program I've hosted at Milford (because it worked better with her schedule) and we had 25 people, which I thought was great for a sunny weekend afternoon. I can't recommend her enough! She has four books all having to do with local Detroit history. You can learn more about her book and reach her at this link: https://www.karendybis.com/contact-1 Please feel free to reply with any questions. Stephen Jackman Adult Services Librarian Milford Public Library sjackman(a)milfordlibrary.info 248-684-0845 (ext. 306)

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Farmington Community Library virtual events
by Emanuela DeCenso 15 May '22

15 May '22

Hello everyone, I hope you are all doing well and enjoying the beautiful weather. Farmington Community Library has two upcoming events, that might be of interest for you. May 17 at 7 pm. via Zoom we are hosting Joan Glass' "Night swim". This is a book of poems, that our author dedicated to her beloved sister and nephew, who were victims of suicide. Joan Glass originally from Michigan, will hold this one-hour free workshop of poetry to anyone who is willing to hear her story. https://farmlib.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=32879&Lib=ALL&back… May 26, we are honored to be hosting our Michigan Notable Author, Paula Yoo at 7 pm. via Zoom. In her book "From a whisper to rallying cry; the killing of Vincent Chin and the trial that galvanized the Asian-American movement", Paula Yoo has crafted a searing examination of the killing and the trial and verdicts that followed. When Ebens and Nitz pled guilty to manslaughter and received only a $3,000 fine and three years’ probation, the lenient sentence sparked outrage. The protests that followed led to a federal civil rights trial—the first involving a crime against an Asian American—and galvanized what came to be known as the Asian American movement. https://farmlib.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=33049&Lib=ALL&back… I hope that you share these events with your patrons. Thank you, Emma Emanuela DeCenso Adult Services Librarian II Farmington Community Library [cid:fbf5be81-7305-4a34-b1e6-b0e1ea8a270a] emanuela.decenso(a)farmlib.org 248-473-3117 "It is a wholesome and necessary thing for us to turn again to the earth and in the contemplation of her beauties to know the sense of wonder and humility." Rachel Carson

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Writers' Conference Opportunity
by Brian Johnston 14 May '22

14 May '22

Hello Everyone, The Southwest Michigan Writers' Conference is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, October 22, and we are looking for libraries to partner with us in putting on this event. If you are interested in participating this year, please contact me for more details. We hope to have a meeting soon. Thanks, Brian R. Johnston Adult Services Librarian Lincoln Township Public Library 2099 W. John Beers Road Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 429-9575 bjohnston(a)lincolnlib.org

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Free DVD security cases
by Sara Simich (Roseville Public Library) 14 May '22

14 May '22

Happy Saturday! We have approximately 350 Kwik DVD security cases to give away to anyone that can use them. If interested, please send me your Rides code. [cid:13aa8606-2869-427e-94a1-fb2882c3a960] Thanks! Sara S. Sara I. Simich (she/her) Clerical Coordinator, Roseville Public Library Phone: (586) 447-4551 <http://www.rosevillelibrary.org> [1506623451071_PastedImage]<http://www.rosevillelibrary.org/wordpress> <http://www.rosevillelibrary.org> <http://www.rosevillelibrary.org>

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Detroit Public Library Webinar
by Ann Matteson 13 May '22

13 May '22

Hello all - Detroit Public Library along with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Stay Well Program present: The Stay Well webinar, Anxiety and Older Adults: Easing the Fear of Re-Entry asks "Have you noticed an increase in anxiety in the older adults you care about? Family members, friends, and caregivers are finding older adults exhibiting fear and anxiety about re-entering society after a prolonged period of pandemic isolation. Join Stay Well Project Manager Erin Wallace for this free, 1-hour webinar to find out more about this tendency and how you can support these individuals." Webinar will cover types of anxiety, what re-entry anxiety is and how it differs from agoraphobia, and approaches to easing the fear of re-entry in supported ways. For more information visit detroitpubliclibrary.org or www.michigan.gov/StayWell. To register for the webinar, please visit Anxiety and Older Adults: Easing the Fear of Re-Entry Registration, Tue, May 17, 2022 at 2:00 PM | Eventbrite <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/anxiety-and-older-adults-easing-the-fear-of-re…> -- Ann Matteson Manager TIP Database & Subscriptions Detroit Public Library 5201 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI 48202 Phone: 313/481-1412

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Larry Martin presents WWII "In Their Own Words"
by Battles, Calvin 13 May '22

13 May '22

Hello Michigan Librarians, Jackson District Library is proud to announce that we will be hosting Larry Martin and his program "WWII In Their Own Words" for the 15th consecutive year this summer/fall. This program has been one of JDL's most attended programs during this time, if not the most attended program. The "WWII In Their Own Words" program consists of interviews between Larry and people who experienced WWII in a variety of ways including American Serviceman in the Atlantic and Pacific, German citizens, Prisoners of War, and European freedom fighters. Larry does a fantastic job with these interviews, and we are lucky to be able to show JDL patrons the various experiences people had during WWII. Larry loves doing these programs, and if you are interested in hosting him, either in person or virtually, you should check out his website (https://lmww2.com/) If you have any questions you are welcome to reach out to me as well. Calvin Battles Adult Services Coordinator Jackson District Library 244 W Michigan Ave O: 517-905-1344 battlesc(a)myjdl.com

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*Apply Now to Host* Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit coming to Michigan
by Ashley Ross 13 May '22

13 May '22

Michigan has been selected to be part of the Smithsonian's Museum on Main Street program. Michigan Humanities is seeking 6 host sites to feature the brand-new exhibit Spark! Places of Innovation throughout 2023-24. The application deadline is June 23, 2022. See that attached press release and RFP for more details. 6-week exhibit dates in Michigan will roughly be: * May 20 to July 1, 2023 * July 8 to August 19, 2023 * August 26 to October 7, 2023 * October 14 to November 25, 2023 * December 2, 2023 to January 13, 2024 * January 20 to March 2, 2024 I would be happy to chat with you to answer any questions and discuss the potential for the exhibit to come to your site! Kindly, Ashley Ashley Ross Director of Programs [cid:image001.png@01D866B1.94E1CC20] 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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School Visits - Book Tasting
by Lorry Traver 13 May '22

13 May '22

Hi all, I was curious if any of you have done school visits which involved book tastings for the older groups. I have several third grade classes coming the first week of June and I have not done any book tastings yet. The teacher requested this specifically, so I was wondering what you all have found most successful in doing this. Thanks for your help! -- "You're never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read to a child." - Dr. Seuss *Lorry Traver* Youth Services Coordinator Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library 211 N. Almont Ave. Imlay City, MI 48444 ltraver(a)ruthhughes.org 810-724-8043 <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_cam…> Virus-free. www.avg.com <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_cam…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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