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Meeting Room Statistics Tracking: room uses vs. patron count
by Dan Hutchins 11 May '22

11 May '22

Hi all,VBDL is looking at adding meeting room use numbers to our monthly statistics count. My question for you is, does your library tally the number of times your meeting rooms are used, the number of patrons who actually use your meeting rooms, or both? Best, Dan Hutchins Director Van Buren District Library 200 North Phelps Street Decatur, MI 49045 dhutchins(a)vbdl.org http://www.vbdl.org 269-423-4771

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Stephen Mack Jones
by Anna Merritt 11 May '22

11 May '22

Hi All, A few weeks ago we had the pleasure of hosting Detroit mystery author Stephen Mack Jones. He is the author of the August Snow trilogy. I cannot recommend him enough! He was a wonderful and engaging speaker. He talked openly and was able to converse with the audience. He was funny and natural. Highly recommend![cid:ba28dd53-6725-47e7-932f-adc78612a4ee] Anna Merritt Assistant Director Richland Community Library 8951 Park Street Richland, MI 49083 (269) 629-9085 https://www.richlandlibrary.org/ -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.

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LM Topical Starter Collection Offer - Reminder
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 10 May '22

10 May '22

A reminder to fill out the survey by May 27th! ___________________________________________ After the success of the Workforce Development Collection offer last year, the Library of Michigan is again offering starter collections. This year the collections will be approximately 10-15 print titles in 5 different areas. Specific titles will depend on bulk availability. * Girls STEM Collection * Refugee Development Collection * JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion) Collection * ESL/Literacy Collection * Workforce Development Part II - Trades Collection The Library of Michigan will purchase the books and have them shipped via UPS to your library. We ask that you offer the titles to the public as soon as possible. We anticipate the materials will be available this summer. Materials will be shipped to your library from Emery Pratt. To request a set(s), fill out this survey<https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6846021/Topical-Book-Collections> by May 27th. You may request one set per topic per library system. If requests are more than can be fulfilled, rural and small libraries will be given precedence. Eligible libraries are legally established public libraries. This resource is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services administered by the Library of Michigan. Karren Reish Library of Michigan Library Grants Coordinator 517-241-0021 www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> www.michigan.gov/sl21<http://www.michigan.gov/sl21> [cid:image001.png@01D73852.3A367480]

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Position Posting - Information Research Assistant, Traverse City, Michigan
by Benitez, Sarah 10 May '22

10 May '22

Munson Healthcare in Traverse City has an immediate opening for a full time Information Research Assistant Position in the Knowledge Management Services Department. Knowledge Management Services provides clinical knowledge-based information, resources, and services that support patient care, education, research, and leadership development. This is a hybrid position. For more information go to www.munsonhealthcare.org<http://www.munsonhealthcare.org> and click on careers. Feel free to email me for more information as well! Thank you, Sarah Sarah Benitez, MLIS (she/her)<https://www.mypronouns.org/> Sr. Information Research Specialist Knowledge Management Services Munson Healthcare (231)392-0740 voice sbenitez(a)mhc.net<mailto:sbenitez@mhc.net>

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Marketing/Outreach Job Descriptions?
by Devin Erlandson 10 May '22

10 May '22

Hello Michlib, I am wondering if anyone has a Marketing and/or Outreach position job description they are willing to share. Part-time or full-time, either would be great. We are a Class 4 but a job description from any size library would be helpful. Thanks! -- Devin Erlandson (she/her) Assistant Director Allegan District Library 269-673-4625 alleganlibrary.org A lifetime of learning, growth, and connection.

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Newspaper Access
by Tracy Logan 10 May '22

10 May '22

Hello to the Collective Genius! Is anyone providing online access to the New York Times and/or Wall Street Journal backlog of full text articles for your patrons? Are you using a specific database or paying the newspaper directly? I appreciate your time and information! -- Tracy Logan Library Director Cadillac Wexford Public Library 411 S. Lake Street Cadillac, MI 49601 231-775-6541 logant(a)cadillaclibrary.org

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Reading is a Right Webinar
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 10 May '22

10 May '22

The University of South Carolina, PRH, and EBSCO will be debuting a "Reading is a Right" webinar this week on 5/12, featuring author Kyle Lukoff. Please do share on your patrons. Reading is a Right: What Parents Need to Know about Book Bans and Pushing Back Join us for an important convo between students, teachers, parents, librarians, and award-winning author, Kyle Lukoff as we get L.O.U.D. (Listen, Organize, Uplift, Disrupt)! We'll break down what the freedom to read represents in our culture, how curtailing that freedom through book bans is hurting our children, and the steps parents and caregivers can take to fight for their child's access to a high-quality education. Registration link: Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Reading is a Right: What Parents Need to Know about Book Bans and Pushing Back. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fus06web.z…> (Image below has the link embedded for easy sharing) [cid:image001.png@01D8645E.A24B58E0] <https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fus06web.z…> 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. May is Teacher Appreciation Month - recognizing outstanding educators. Learn more<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…>! [cid:image002.jpg@01D8645E.A24B58E0]

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MLA Connect Webinar Access Code
by Amber Sheerin 10 May '22

10 May '22

I have a free code for this morning’s MLA webinar, New Takes on the Digital Divide: Connectivity Needs and How to Help. If you are interested in attending or know someone that is, please feel free to share or register. Given the importance of the topic we want to make this session can be seen by as many people as possible. The webinar begins at 10:00am and the coupon code is PDNCWG Link to Register: https://mla.memberclicks.net/mlaconnect-may-10 More info here: https://www.milibraries.org/index.php?option=com_jevents&task=icalrepeat.de… [A picture containing text, clipart Description automatically generated] Amber Sheerin, CMP, DES, CTA (She/Her) Program and Event Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 Office: 517-394-2774 Direct: 517-881-3194 *Please note new number asheerin(a)milibraries.org<mailto:asheerin@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.milibr…> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> and Twitter<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…>!

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Additional PCI webinar-May 31st-The First Amendment in the Public Library: More than Book Bans with Clare Membiela
by Wartella, Becky (MDE) 10 May '22

10 May '22

May 31, 2022, 2:00pm-3:30pm (ET) - The First Amendment in the Public Library: More than Book Bans with Clare Membiela This session will lead participants through an exploration of library scenarios that involve the First Amendment. The session will begin with an introduction to the First amendment, its history, and its unique relationship to public libraries (25 minutes). As a result of this program, participants will: * Be able to identify potential First Amendment issues in procedures, policies, and practices in their library * Be able to describe possible strategies to mitigate common First Amendment issues in public libraries * Be able to discuss with their boards and others basic First Amendment principles related to public library services For more information and to register for this webinar please follow this link: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…. Sessions are free and available only to members of the Michigan library community. Registrants will receive instructions and a link to attend the session directly from PCI after they register. This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Thank you, Becky Wartella Department of Education Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909

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ALA Announces Ukraine Library Relief Fund
by Jennifer Dean 09 May '22

09 May '22

ALA News... ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Michael Dowling via ALA Connect <Mail(a)connectedcommunity.org> Date: Thu, May 5, 2022 at 10:49 AM Subject: ALA Chapter Leaders : ALA Announces Ukraine Library Relief Fund [image: American Library Association] <https://connect.ala.org/> ALA Announces Ukraine Library Relief Fund <https://connect.ala.org/communities/community-home/digestviewer/viewthread?…> [image: Michael Dowling] <https://connect.ala.org/network/members/profile?UserKey=8cb5a568-b82f-441e-…> May 5, 2022 9:49 AM Michael Dowling <https://connect.ala.org/network/members/profile?UserKey=8cb5a568-b82f-441e-…> *ALA Announces Ukraine Library Relief Fund* The American Library Association (ALA), in collaboration with the Ukrainian Library Association (ULA), has announced the ALA Ukraine Library Relief Fund <https://www.ala.org/aboutala/ukraine-library-relief-fund> to gather donations for the Ukrainian library community as they face the challenges of war. In cities and towns throughout Ukraine, dozens of libraries have been severely damaged or destroyed. Librarians have kept libraries open for as long as possible and are improvising to bring services to people. Kreminna City Library offered services a couple of hours a week as street fighting raged. And in Kharkiv, a library was organized in the metropolitan transit system where families were taking shelter. In addition to the destruction and damage of libraries in the war zones, there are significant challenges serving people displaced by the fighting. Libraries do not have enough computers for displaced people to use to communicate with relatives or for job seeking, online learning, and more. Funds raised will help purchase computers, software, and other resources. Donations will also help support immediate repair needs such as glazing windows and repairing roofs damaged by bombing to keep libraries open. ULA will provide small amounts of support for librarians and library workers who are in harm's way, wounded, or displaced and need of financial assistance. ALA will send donations to ULA once a month. ALA also encourages librarians to work with Friends groups, students, and others if interested in creating community fund-raising efforts. "The Ukrainian Library Association expresses our sincere gratitude to the American Library Association, and American library community for the unity and support of Ukraine and Ukrainian librarians," said ULA President Oksana Brui. "We highly appreciate your efforts to raise funds for rebuilding and reconstruction of Ukrainian libraries and supporting library services during and after the Russian aggression." Donations <https://ec.ala.org/donation/IRO-0000-UKRLRF> to the ALA Ukraine Library Relief Fund <https://www.ala.org/aboutala/ukraine-library-relief-fund> can be made directly via credit card. Or by check made out to the *American Library Association* with notation that it is for *Ukraine*. Send to: American Library Association 225 N. Michigan Avenue Suite 1300 Chicago, IL 60601 For further information, email intl(a)ala.org -- Jennifer _____________ Jennifer L. Dean, PhD, MLIS - Director MLA Board of Directors and ALA Councilor, 2021-2022 Frances Willson Thompson Library Genesee Historical Collections Center University of Michigan-Flint jldean(a)umich.edu Schedule a meeting with me: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/appointments/schedules/AcZssZ3Ppu1msNT… *Pronouns: she/her/hers* *Pronounced: JEH-nih-fuhr deen*

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