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Registration is open for January - June 2022 classes for MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 29 Nov '21

29 Nov '21

The classes for the January - June 2022 semester for MCLS are live and open for registration on our website here<https://mcls.corsizio.com/>. Following are new classes we are offering this semester: Creating and Caring for Digital Collections<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/619515157161ca35ccf61f22> 3-day class, February 15-17, 10am-12pm Eastern (9-11am Central) Legal Resources for Public Libraries<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/61951a497161ca4cadf62069> 1-day class, March 10, 10am-12pm Eastern (9-11am Central) Supervisor Series: Motivating Employees to be Their Best<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/619524c87161ca15e6f623c7> 1-day class, April 14, 10am-2:30pm Eastern (9am-1:30pm Central) For these and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here https://store.mcls.org To learn about our Soft Skills and Cataloging Certificate Programs click here https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/ ************************************* Gwen Haviland, Training Department Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 (800) 530-9019 ext 404 training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org>

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December cataloging workshops from MCLS!
by Gwen Haviland 29 Nov '21

29 Nov '21

There is still time to register for these workshops from MCLS! The Mystery of MARC Fixed Fields Solved<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/60a736d6d68d0403a27094a7> 2-day class, December 7-8, 2-4pm Eastern (1-3pm Central) Advanced MeLCat Cataloging<https://mcls.corsizio.com/c/60a73c95d68d045efb709582> (Only for Michigan MeLCat library staff who have taken MeLCat Cataloging) 3-day class, December 7-9, 10am-12pm Eastern (9-11am Central) For these and other great workshops please visit our Training Store here https://store.mcls.org To learn about our Soft Skills and Cataloging Certificate Programs click here https://www.mcls.org/training-events/certification/ ************************************* Gwen Haviland, Training Department Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1407 Rensen St, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48910 (800) 530-9019 ext 404 training(a)mcls.org<mailto:training@mcls.org>

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Mackinac Island Ferry Tickets Cyber Monday Sales
by Jim Flury 29 Nov '21

29 Nov '21

Good Morning, Shepler's and Star Line are offering Cyber Monday sales on Mackinac Island tickets today, Monday, November 29, 2021. Below is a link to an MLive article, as well as to the Cyber Monday ticket purchase sites for each company: [ https://www.mlive.com/news/2021/11/mackinac-island-ferries-to-offer-cyber-m… | Mackinac Island ferries to offer Cyber Monday deals for big 2022 ticket savings - mlive.com ] [ https://www.sheplersferry.com/11-17-2021-make-a-splash-this-cyber-monday/ | https://www.sheplersferry.com/11-17-2021-make-a-splash-this-cyber-monday/ ] [ https://tickets.mackinacferry.com/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=ferrytick… | https://tickets.mackinacferry.com/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=ferrytick… ] 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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Support the Babies - Survey Invitation
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 29 Nov '21

29 Nov '21

Do you offer programs for young children, 0-24 months, and their families to support brain development, health, and/or learning? If so, we invite you to complete our survey about the work you have done to support young children, 0-24 months, and their families. The survey should take no more than 20-30 minutes and your participation is anonymous. The study has been approved by the Kent State University IRB. If you are interested in participating, please click on the link below to indicate your willingness to participate. Once you have completed the consent form, you will be taken directly into the survey. Survey link: https://kent.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cGetoShL4olwvEq If you have technical issues or any questions, please contact the Project SHIELD Team: projectshieldksu(a)gmail.com<mailto:projectshieldksu@gmail.com> Thank you for your work! We want to take this time to thank you for the important work that you do. Our team has great respect for the work you are doing and for the early learning programs you offer to our youngest citizens. We recognize your efforts in keeping children and their families safe and well during this time. Thank you in advance for your time and participation. With gratitude, The Project SHIELD Team Kent State iSchool ------------------------------------- Katie Campana, PhD -Principal Investigator Michelle Baldini, MLIS - Co-Investigator Elaine Thomas, MSN, RN, CNE - Co-Investigator Sarah Bihn - Project Manager Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her/Hers - See www.mypronouns.org<http://www.mypronouns.org/> to learn more. LancasterC5(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | 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/> Join the MiYouth<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmail2.mcls…> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services. 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…>! [cid:image001.png@01D7E4FB.980B7190] [cid:image002.png@01D7E4FB.980B7190]

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Free Books
by EMAIL TEAM 26 Nov '21

26 Nov '21

To every library that requested the free books, we are sending them out as quickly as possible. Vanderlyn Community Center & Hartford Public Library 12 Church Street Hartford, MI 49057(269)588-5103http://www.hartfordpl.michlibrary.org/

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Re: [Michlib-l] Larry Martin's World War II In Their Own Words
by King, Barb 24 Nov '21

24 Nov '21

The St. Clair County had a very interesting virtual presentation of Larry Martin's In Their Own Words November 16th to celebrate Veterans Day and to commemorate the attack on Pearl Harbor December 7. Barb King Reference Librarian St. Clair County Library

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Job Posting: FT Teen Librarian at Plymouth District Library
by Shauna Anderson 24 Nov '21

24 Nov '21

Plymouth District Library is seeking an energetic and community-oriented Teen Librarian to provide services, programs, and collections in our youth services department, with a focus on ages 13-18 and their parents/caregivers. This is a full time position with a salary range of $48,500-$52,900. The job posting can be viewed at the following link: https://plymouthlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/FT-Teen-Librarian-Job-Postin… <https://plymouthlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/FT-Teen-Librarian-Job-Postin…> To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to humanresources(a)plymouthlibrary.org. The deadline to apply is December 3 at 4pm. -- *Shauna Anderson* (she/her/hers) Library Director, Plymouth District Library 223 S Main Street | Plymouth, MI 48170 734-453-0750 ext. 218 | sanderson(a)plymouthlibrary.org

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Virtual Zoom Event - Christmas Cookie Traditions
by Mallory Metzger 24 Nov '21

24 Nov '21

Hackley Public Library will be having a virtual ZOOM program on *'Christmas Cookie Traditions'*, presented by food historian Sarah Wassberg Johnson. Do you know the history behind Christmas cookies? In this illustrated lecture, Johnson will discuss the history of cookies in America, Christmas traditions through the ages, and why we eat so many cookies during the holiday season! This virtual Zoom program will take place on Tuesday, December 7 at 6pm. To enjoy the program, please register at the link below (FREE): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8lfhqCk0pGJomwn7xj2trfcuWFf10_Ci… -- *Mallory Metzger* Marketing and Program Coordinator Hackley Public Library (231) 722-8008 mmetzger(a)hackleylibrary.org

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job posting -Head of Adult Services - FT
by Amy Rosen 24 Nov '21

24 Nov '21

Please excuse cross posting The White Lake Township Library is now accepting applications for Head of Adult Services Librarian- full time. 37.5 hours a week. The White Lake Township Library serves 31,000 residents located 20 miles northwest of Detroit in the beautiful lakes area of Oakland County. The Library offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, and optical insurance plus a defined contribution retirement plan with a generous employer contribution of 10% of salary, and no required employee match. Employee life insurance and other voluntary benefits are included. Paid time off benefits include vacation, sick, personal business, and holidays. Come join the team and help us make a difference in the community. Applications received before December 10th 2021 will receive priority consideration. See the attached job description for more details and visit our website for an application <https://whitelakelibrary.org/Pages/Index/80980/library-staff> Amy -- Amy Rosen Assistant Director White Lake Township Library 11005 Elizabeth Lake Road White Lake MI 48386 248-698-4942 ext 6 whitelakelibrary.org I will respond to your email as soon as possible and thank you for your patience and understanding. Remember, all these things are ALSO contagious: gratitude, thankfulness, laughter, kindness, teamwork, support, and a community spirit.

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Register Now-December Library of Michigan Law Webinar
by Wartella, Becky (MDE) 24 Nov '21

24 Nov '21

December 17, 2021, 10:00am-12:00PM ET - Intellectual Freedom and Materials Challenges Materials challenges and incidents of attempted censorship have greatly increased across the country last year, with the ALA Office of Intellectual Freedom, as well as the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund and the National Coalition Against Censorship all facing exponential increases in requests for assistance in matters relating to complaints about school and public library books and programs. This session will discuss materials challenges and how libraries can prepare and respond . At the end of this session, participants will be able to: * Define Intellectual Freedom in the context of Public Libraries * Identify the components of a good reconsideration policy * Describe tips and steps for addressing challenges at their library For more information or to register, visit the event page<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…> (https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/even…) Thank you, Becky Wartella Department Technician Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 [cid:image001.png@01D7E12A.84B13140]

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