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U.P. Publishers & Authors Association Announces 3rd Annual U.P. Notable Books List
by Victor R. Volkman 04 Jan '22

04 Jan '22

*For Immediate Release…* Contact: Victor Volkman (734) 417-4266 President(a)UPPAA.org www.UPPAA.org <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…> *U.P. Publishers & Authors Association Announces* *3rd Annual U.P. Notable Books List Books by U.P. authors and about the U.P. to be honored* Dear Victor Volkman MARQUETTE, MI (January 4th, 2022)— the *Upper Peninsula Publishers & Authors Association* (UPPAA) announces the 3^rd Annual U.P. Notable Books List this week. UPPAA board member *Mikel Classen* (Sault Ste. Marie) initiated the effort as a response to the lack of representation of U.P. writers in other Michigan state literary circles. Classen said, “Traditionally, recognition of Michigan books has been dominated by the university presses downstate and we would like to take this opportunity to highlight literature that focuses closer to home for us.” *Evelyn Gathu*, Director of the Crystal Falls District Community Library, will continue the library's alliance with UPPAA to co-sponsor the U.P. Notable Book Club <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…>. The club is available to any U.P. resident and features monthly Zoom meetups with national bestselling U.P. Notable authors including *Karen Dionne* (/The Wicked Sister/). Members borrow the books from their local libraries or purchase at local stores prior to discussions. Presentations include author readings, a conversation on the making of the book, and a live Q&A with the audience. The next meeting is January 13th where /In the Night of Memory / will be discussed with author Linda LeGarde Grover. UP Notable Books medallion <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…>To build this third annual list, UPPAA consulted with Upper Michigan booksellers, book reviewers, writers, and publishers to winnow down the notable books to a bare ten titles. You can find reviews of many of these books on the UP Book Review <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…>. It must be emphasized that the list is unranked, each title deserves equal merit as U.P. Notable Book. These ten books have been deemed essential reading for every U.P. lover and we highly recommend you ask your local librarian or booksellers for them today! 1. /Firekeeper’s Daughter /– Angeline Boulley (Henry Holt & Co., 2021) 2. /Great Lakes Monsters and Mysteries/ – Brad Blair & Tim Ellis (Visionary Living, 2021) 3. /Tin Camp Road /– Ellen Airgood (Riverhead Books, 2021) 4. /The Wicked Sister /– Karen Dionne (G.P. Putnam, 2021) 5. /The Sideroad Kids: Tales from Chippewa County/ – Sharon Kennedy (Modern History Press, 2021) 6. /U.P. Colony: The Story of Resource Exploitation in Upper Michigan/ – Phil Belfy (Ziibi Press, 2021) 7. /Woodburnings: Highlights from the First Five Years /– Joanna Walitalo (Modern History Press, 2021) 8. /The Home Wind /by Terri Martin (Gnarly Woods Pub, 2021) 9. /Once Upon a Twin: Poems /– Raymond Luczak (Gallaudet University Press, 2021) 10. /Legend of Kitch-iti-kipii /by Carole Hare (self-published, 2021) *New Feature for 2022 - /U.P. Notable Classics/* The U.P. Notable Books Committee is proud to announce a new initiative called/U.P. Notable Classics /that highlights significant U.P. themed literature that has remained essential for at least 10 years. It is the committee's hope that these books can bring enjoyment to a new generation of readers. * /Danny and the Boys: Being Some Legends of Hungry Hollow /– Robert Traver (a.k.a. John Voelker) (World Pub, 1951) * /You Wouldn’t Like it Here: A Guide to the Real Upper Peninsula of Michigan/ – Lon & Lynn Emerick (Avery, 2007) <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…>The U.P. Notable Books List will appear in the upcoming *6th volume of /U.P. Reader/*, UPPAA’s own annual literary anthology featuring short stories, poetry and essays by its members. This successful publication helps spread the word about the organization, raise money for educational programming and encourages people in the Upper Peninsula and beyond to read U.P. writers. Complimentary copies of the /U.P. Reader/ are available to all U.P. educators and media for the asking. The on-sale date is scheduled for April 15^th . Consult your local bookseller for availability or purchase at Amazon. For more information, visit www.UPReader.org <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…>. Established in 1998 to support authors and publishers who live in or write about Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, UPPAA is a Michigan nonprofit association with more than 100 members, many of whose books are featured on the organization’s website at www.uppaa.org <https://UPPAA.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b1016c5c910959a236f2ff48f&i…>. UPPAA welcomes membership and participation from anyone with a UP connection who is interested in writing and publishing books. # # # ess.com

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Washington Post OpEd: The Golden Age of Public Libraries Dawns Again
by Jim Flury 04 Jan '22

04 Jan '22

Good Morning, Happy New Year. Thought I would share this OpEd that appeared in the Washington Post on January 1: [ https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/01/01/public-libraries-golden-… | https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/01/01/public-libraries-golden-… ] Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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New Documents for December, 2021
by Bruce Sarjeant 04 Jan '22

04 Jan '22

Good Morning. A list of new documents has been posted to the GODORT of Michigan wiki. Of note for this month: Simulation of Ground-Water Flow in the Glaciofluvial, Saginaw, Parma-Bayport, and Marshall Aquifers, Central Lower Peninsula of Michigan. Upper Peninsula Digital Network. Against their will: the situation in Xinjiang: forced labor in Xinjiang. Influenza A(H3N2) Outbreak on a University Campus — Michigan, October–November 2021. JFK Assassination Records - 2021 Additional Documents Release. 2022 Michigan Notable Books. Averting targeted school violence: a U.S. Secret Service analysis of plots against schools. http://godortmi.pbworks.com/w/page/147444222/December%202021%20New%20Docume… -- Bruce Sarjeant Reference, Documents & Maps Librarian Lydia Olson Library Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave Marquette, MI 49855 (906) 227-1580 bsarjean(a)nmu.edu

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Saline District Library Director job posting
by Mary Ellen Mulcrone 03 Jan '22

03 Jan '22

Greetings! It has been my great pleasure to be part of the Saline District Library for the past six years, working with a wonderful staff, supportive board, and friendly community. Now I am looking forward to retirement, and it is time for the next lucky person to be Director of this great library. Many thanks to all of you who have helped me along the way these many years. I am proud of what has been accomplished during my tenure, and I’m sure that the next SDL Director will keep this library moving forward as it should. If you are interested in the position or know someone who is, please see the attached job posting and/or check our website for more details. www.salinelibrary.org Best regards, Mary Ellen Mary Ellen Mulcrone Director Saline District Library 555 N. Maple Road Saline, MI 48176 734-401-1283 www.salinelibrary.org

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ALL KPL LOCATIONS WILL PROVIDE CURBSIDE-ONLY SERVICE BEGINNING JANUARY 5
by Farrell Howe 03 Jan '22

03 Jan '22

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 3, 2022 CONTACT: Farrell Howe | Marketing & Communications Manager 269-553-7879 All KPL Locations Will Provide Curbside-Only Service Beginning Wednesday, January 5 All Locations Will Be Closed January 4 to Prepare for Curbside Service Kalamazoo, MI–Monday, January 3, 2022. Due to the rapidly increasing number<https://www.kalcounty.com/hcs/datahub/covid19.php> of positive cases of COVID-19 in Kalamazoo and surrounding Michigan communities, Kalamazoo Public Library is prioritizing the health and safety of our patrons and staff and will be offering curbside service<http://www.kpl.gov/curbside> only at all five locations<http://www.kpl.gov/hours> beginning Wednesday, January 5. What You Need To Know * All KPL locations will be closed on Tuesday, January 4 to prepare for curbside service. * All KPL locations will reopen with curbside-only service on Wednesday, January 5. All KPL buildings will be closed to in-person access and services until further notice. Public restrooms, printing, copying, and faxing services will not be available. * Curbside service will be offered at all five KPL locations (beginning January 4) during the following hours: * Central<http://www.kpl.gov/cen> | Monday–Thursday, 10 am–6 pm, Friday & Saturday 10 am–5 pm, Sunday 1–5 pm * Oshtemo<http://www.kpl.gov/osh> | Monday–Thursday, 10 am–6 pm, Friday & Saturday 10 am–5 pm, Closed Sundays * Alma Powell<http://www.kpl.gov/pow>, Eastwood<http://www.kpl.gov/eas>, and Washington Square<http://www.kpl.gov/wsq> | Monday–Thursday, 1–6 pm, Friday 1–5 pm, Saturday, 10 am–2 pm, Closed Sundays What Will Be Available While all KPL buildings will be closed to in-person services, many library services will still be offered at all five locations including: * Place holds and pick up materials via curbside<http://www.kpl.gov/curbside> service. * 24-hour access to KPL’s online branch, kpl.gov<http://www.kpl.gov/> where patrons can access KPL’s digital collections<https://www.kpl.gov/digital-catalog/>, watch videos on KPL TV<http://www.kpl.gov/kpltv>, listen to KPL’s new podcast 5 Author Questions<http://www.kpl.gov/podcasts> and stay updated on the latest KPL news<https://www.kpl.gov/category/about/news/>. * Online programs for all ages will continue to be provided; check out KPL’s calendar at gov/events<http://www.kpl.gov/events>. * Check out a Chromebook<https://www.kpl.gov/about/news/check-out-a-chromebook/> and/or hotspot<https://www.kpl.gov/catalog/item/?i=ent://SD_ILS/0/SD_ILS:1761053> and pick up via curbside service at any KPL location. * Library of Things<http://www.kpl.gov/things> will be available for curbside service. * Readers Advisory: Are you interested in trying a new author or genre and don’t know where to start? Do you want to provide your child or teen with the latest new releases but don’t know what to look for? Get the help you need via Readers Advisory! Call (269) 553-7800 or contact us via online chat<https://www.kpl.gov/about/news/ask-a-librarian/>. * Ask a Librarian online chat<https://www.kpl.gov/about/news/ask-a-librarian/>. Contact us online via open hours for quick assistance. * Need tax forms<https://www.kpl.gov/patron-support/resources/tax-info/tax-information/> or divorce packets<https://www.kpl.gov/law-library/divorce-packets/>? No problem! Pick-up via curbside service is available at all KPL locations. Just request one when you arrive at your preferred KPL curbside location. * Looking for an obituary, historical photographs, or articles? Contact our Local History department<https://www.kpl.gov/category/local-history/genealogy/obituary-and-article-r…>! * Can’t pick up your materials via curbside service? No problem! Check out our ViaMail<https://www.kpl.gov/category/patron-support/resources/viamail/> service to see if you qualify. Kalamazoo Public Library appreciates the community’s continued patience, understanding, and support of our efforts to keep our patrons and staff safe. We will reassess the COVID numbers in our area in 2 weeks to determine when it will be safe to reopen our locations to in-person services. #### Farrell Howe | Marketing & Communications Manager Pronouns: She/Her/Hers Kalamazoo Public Library | CEN 315 S. Rose St. | Kalamazoo, MI, 49007 (269) 553-7879 [Kalamazoo Public Library]<https://www.kpl.gov/> [Facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/KalamazooPublicLibrary/> [Instagram] <https://www.instagram.com/kzoolibrary/?hl=en> [Twitter] <https://twitter.com/KzooLibrary?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctw…> [Youtube] <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcYzLAHao4uPeBV-peFrUxQ>

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Chat Program/ Chat Apps
by Mary Ruge 03 Jan '22

03 Jan '22

Hello and Happy New Year! I was researching chat apps for our site and was wondering if any of you have one that you particularly like. For clarification, by "chat program" I mean a chat box that pops up on your library site that patrons can use to ask questions (meaning they can ask live). Preferably, we would like a multi-platform chat program (meaning they can chat live with a librarian via SMS, website,etc. Social media integration would be preferable as well. Some examples of these programs include LibAnswers from Springshare, Tidio, and LiveChat. If you use any of these programs or a program LIKE these, would you please help me out by providing the following information? 1. Name of program 2. Cost of program 3. Do you like it? Why or why not? 4. Does it get much use? 5. When did you make it available to the public? 6. Is there anything else you think I should know about this program? Thank you in advance for any help and clarity you may be able to provide! *Mary Ruge* Adult Services Librarian *Hackley Public Library* *316 W. Webster Ave* *Muskegon, MI 49440* *mruge(a)hackleylibrary.org <mruge(a)hackleylibrary.org>* *(231) 722-8005* Pronouns: She/Her (What is this? <https://www.mypronouns.org/what-and-why>)

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Library of Michigan - Job Opening, Secretary
by White, Shannon (MDE) 03 Jan '22

03 Jan '22

The Department of Education has posted a Secretary 9 position (3103-22-029 LH), Library of Michigan, on the State of Michigan posting site. This full-time permanent position is located in Lansing and is open to internal employees and outside applicants. To apply and/or view the position description, click on the link below. Deadline to submit an application is January 19 at 5pm Eastern. Secretary 9 - Library of Michigan <https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/3356528/secretary-9?de…> Shannon White Library Development Manager Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 Whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov> 517-335-1507 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/LibraryofMich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/>

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Program Recommendation - Travel Speaker
by Danielle Hansard 03 Jan '22

03 Jan '22

Hi all, I’d like to share the contact information for a speaker we’ve had several times at our library, who I highly recommend. Mariya Fogarasi has traveled to and lived in several different countries across the world, and when she returned to the U.S. in 2016, she began speaking about her travels. Her presentations are very engaging and she's great with the audience. Her website is https://mariyatravels.net/ and her email is mariyatf(a)umich.edu. Best, Danielle ---------------------------------------------------------- Danielle Hansard Reference Librarian William P. Faust Public Library of Westland 6123 Central City Pkwy. Westland, MI 48185 734-326-6123 ext. 2845 danielle.hansard(a)westlandlibrary.org [https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/093e5cae-0708-434f-ba53-01f7fceec049/For%2…]<https://mariyatravels.net/> Mariya Travels<https://mariyatravels.net/> With 82 million inhabitants, Germany is the most populous state in the European Union and after the United States, the most popular immigrant destination in the world. mariyatravels.net

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Reminder - Grant Opportunity for Public and Academic Libraries - Financial Education and Inclusion - Deadline to Apply: March 1, 2022
by White, Shannon (MDE) 03 Jan '22

03 Jan '22

The FINRA Foundation is now accepting grant applications to help public and academic libraries meet the financial education needs of their communities and foster financial inclusion. The maximum grant amount is $50,000. The first application deadline is March 1, 2022. For details, visit: www.finrafoundation.org/people-we-help/library-grants-program. For questions about this grant opportunity, please contact Robert.Ganem(a)finra.org<mailto:Robert.Ganem@finra.org>. The FINRA Foundation supports innovative research and educational projects that give underserved Americans the knowledge, skills, and tools to make sound financial decisions throughout life. For more information about FINRA Foundation initiatives, visit www.finrafoundation.org<http://www.finrafoundation.org>. [cid:image002.png@01D7FE26.A5BB0AF0] Shannon White Library Development Manager Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 Whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov> 517-335-1507 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/LibraryofMich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> Are you a library front line staffer? Join me in becoming an eResources expert by completing the MeL Maven Badge<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmel.org%2…>! #imls

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United for Libraries Learning Live session on Friends and libraries working together
by White, Shannon (MDE) 03 Jan '22

03 Jan '22

View online at: https://ala.informz.net/informzdataservice/onlineversion/ind/bWFpbGluZ2luc3… [https://ala.informz.net/ala/data/images/UFL/ufl-newsletter-template/190403-…] IN THIS ISSUE Join us for "Friends and Foundations Working Effectively with the Library" <https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fala.inform…>[https://ala.informz.net/ala/data/images/Learning%20LIVE%20logo%20(L).png?cb…]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fala.inform…><https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fala.inform…> Our Learning Live series will continue Tues., January 11th at 2 p.m. ET.<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fala.inform…> The Learning Live program is presented free to United for Libraries group, personal, and Statewide Group Members. Michigan public libraries are Statewide Group Members. This session will provide guidance on the tools and techniques needed for effective collaboration between Friends groups, Foundation members, libraries, and library directors. Presenters will discuss the roles of each group in relation to the library and provide resources on MOUs, guidelines for giving, and other subjects. Speakers will include Judy Hills, President of the Friends of the North Carolina Public Libraries, and Peter Pearson, Founder/Senior Consultant at Library Strategies Consulting Group and a past President of United for Libraries. [https://ala.informz.net/ala/data/images/Judy%20Hills.png?cb=781744] Judy Hills is the President of the Friends of the North Carolina Public Libraries (FONCPL) and Vice-President of the Friends of the New Bern-Craven County Public Library. Now retired, her first career was as a registered nurse; her second career was in commercial real estate; and her third career was in nonprofit and quasi-governmental organizations (similar to regional library systems). At the end of her career, she was the Executive Director of a nine-county planning organization. She helped secure many millions of dollars in federal, state, and other grants, and continues to provide grant opportunity information to the nonprofit community. [https://ala.informz.net/ala/data/images/Peter%20Pearson.png?cb=431291] Peter Pearson is lead consultant and co-founder of Library Strategies Consulting Group. He was president of the Friends of the Saint Paul (Minn.) Public Library for 25 years, and was a founder of Library Strategies. As president of the Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library, he led three capital campaigns and coordinated an annual grassroots advocacy campaign that added millions of dollars of public funding to the library's budget. He also served as a Trustee for the Twin Cities Regional Library System for 10 years. [https://www.informz.net/admin31/images/spacer.gif] [https://www.informz.net/admin31/images/spacer.gif] Register <https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fala.inform…> [https://www.informz.net/admin31/images/spacer.gif] [https://www.informz.net/admin31/images/spacer.gif] [https://ala.informz.net/ala/data/images/UFL/ufl-newsletter-template/190403-…] This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Shannon White Library Development Manager Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 Whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov> 517-335-1507 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/LibraryofMich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/>

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