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Offering: issues of Chronicle: The magazine of the Historical Society of Michigan
by Robin Rank 03 Feb '22

03 Feb '22

Dear List Members, Our library is offering these periodical issues to other libraries. Please let me know if you are interested - and please send your RIDES code if you participate in RIDES. Chronicle "The magazine of the Historical Society of Michigan." Lansing, Mich. : Historical Society of Michigan ISSN 0440-9426 0544-0009 Offering 1964-1993 Thank you for considering, Robin Rank ****************************** Robin Rank Reference and Instruction Librarian Kalamazoo College Library pronouns: she/her/hers email: robin.rank(a)kzoo.edu<mailto:robin.rank@kzoo.edu> Teams Chat<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/chat/0/0?users=robin.rank@kzoo.edu> with Robin Visit our Library website<https://library.kzoo.edu/> Make an appointment<https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/ResearchRescue@kzoo.onmicrosoft.…> for research help from Anywhere!

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MeL Minute: Incorporate Black History and Culture Throughout Your Programming with Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center
by Laura Warren-Gross 03 Feb '22

03 Feb '22

[A picture containing text, clipart, sign Description automatically generated]February has traditionally been set aside to celebrate Black History and contributions of African Americans to society. Not only should we celebrate and learn about Black History during this month, but we can also use the MeL<https://mel.org/welcome> eResources to create a multi-faceted view of the world, weaving stories and culture throughout a year of library programming. Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…> from MeL is an eResource that is perfect for discovering content and ideas for programming. From learning about people to doing hands-on research and projects, it is a go-to eResource for a variety of interests. Quilting Quilting is a popular hobby that has deep cultural roots. Patrons can use Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center to discover quilting information such as patterns from African-American Quilt Patterns and the Underground Railroad<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> in Antiques & Collecting Magazine<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> and a profile of quilter Rosie Lee Tompkins in Entwined Threads<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> from Magazine Antiques<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>. Artist, curator, researcher, and author of And Still We Rise: Race, Culture, and Visual Conversations Dr. Carolyn L. Mazloomi is featured in Stories in the Cloth<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> in American Craft<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>, as well as in a profile<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> in Quilting Arts Magazine<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>. Music African Americans have deeply influenced music, and Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center can help us gain more knowledge about people such as Winston Holmes and his Meritt Record Label<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> from IAJRC Journal<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> and jazz violinist Ginger Smock<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> in Strad<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>. There is also a lesson plan<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> about African American influence on music in Activate!: The Music Magazine for Grades K-6<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> that could be used as part of a program for children. Genealogy Genealogy programs are often popular in libraries. Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center has resources to help people of African American descent locate their ancestors. Family Chronicle<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> includes an article about finding ancestors prior to 1866<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> while Internet Genealogy<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> offers help for those searching for family members throughout the Great Migration<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…>. For patrons looking to understand the lives of their ancestors, Internet Genealogy<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> also includes an examination of The Negro Travelers’ Green Book<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customlink/proxify/proxify.php?count=1&e…> and its influence. Using eResources to curate content for library programming is a great way to stretch your library’s budget and find excellent information that you may not have otherwise been able to access. The MeL Connections Guides for Adult Programming and Youth Programming<https://mel.org/library-staff/eresources-in-your-programs> can help you plan and execute programs using MeL’s<https://mel.org/welcome> free eResources such as Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center<https://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/mel/auth.php?database=e…>. If you are having any issues linking to items on this page, please explore the MeL eResource Access Page.<https://www.mcls.org/mel/mel-databases/help/remote-access/> Contact melerhelp(a)mcls.org<mailto:melerhelp@mcls.org> for help. Brought to you by Laura Warren-Gross from the MeL Team. Supporting Michigan Libraries by Putting You First. Hey front line staff: The MeL Maven Badge is a 6-part Information Literacy and eResource adventure designed for you. Start earning your Badge today at MeL.org<https://mel.org/welcome>! Want more information on MeL?  Stay tuned for the next MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, visit http://mel.org<http://mel.org/>, or sign up for the MeL Minute and other Library of Michigan e-mail lists via GovDelivery<https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/subscriber/new>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. MeL eResources are available to Michigan residents or for Michigan library or school access only. #IMLSGrant Laura Warren-Gross Engagement Specialist for Public Libraries Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) 1 800 530 9019 ext 152 [facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [twitter] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [square-logo-1 (002)] <http://www.mcls.org/>

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Upcoming Library Data Webinars: Project Outcome 101/Data Storytelling
by Williams, Barbara (MDE) 03 Feb '22

03 Feb '22

Love Library Data: Project Outcome 101 webinar on Feb. 16 To celebrate Love Data Week 2022<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fala.inform…>, the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) and the Public Library Association (PLA) invite you to learn about outcome measurement in libraries in a free webinar on Feb. 16 at 1:00 p.m. Central. Project Outcome<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fala.inform…> is a free toolkit that helps libraries measure and assess the outcomes of key library programs and services. In this free webinar<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fala.inform…>, participants will be introduced to everything the Project Outcome toolkit has to offer. Learn how to measure meaningful learning outcomes and how Project Outcome can help at every step in the process-from administering surveys to presenting the results. This webinar is free, but registration is required<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fala.inform…>. [Project Outcome measuring the true impact of libraries] <https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fala.inform…> Upcoming webinar teaches data storytelling on Feb. 22 [People icons forming data circle]<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fala.inform…> Do your eyes glaze over at the sound of the word "data" or the sight of a table? Telling an engaging story makes data more powerful and meaningful to its intended audiences. Narratives communicate data in ways that can effectively showcase community needs or the impact of your library's services, programs, and collections. Learn how to use data to tell a compelling story about the library and its role in the community in a free webinar, Data Storytelling: Advocating for the Library and Community<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fala.inform…>, on Feb. 22 at 1:00 p.m. Central. Presenters will cover the basics of data storytelling and provide examples of using Census data to advocate for digital equity and influence community engagement and decision-making. This webinar is free, but registration is required<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fala.inform…>. Barbara Williams, MLIS Library Development Analyst (MDE) Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 WilliamsB39(a)michigan.gov<mailto:WilliamsB39@michigan.gov> I (517) 241-2149 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@01D818E3.E4DA3C60]

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IRAL Closure due to Covid
by Director 03 Feb '22

03 Feb '22

The library will be closed today due to a staff outbreak of Covid. We will remain closed until further notice. Stay safe, Kelsey Rutkowski *--------------------------------------* *Library Director* *Indian River Area Library* 3546 S Straits Hwy PO Box 160 Indian River, MI 49749 (231) 238-8581 indianriverlibrary.org

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Brandon Township Public Library closed
by Laura Fromwiller 03 Feb '22

03 Feb '22

The library will remain closed today due to weather conditions. We plan to open Friday morning at 9am. Stay safe! Laura Fromwiller Library Director

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Shiawassee District Library delayed opening Feb 3rd
by Kimberly White 02 Feb '22

02 Feb '22

Both branches will open at 12 noon. -- Kimberly White Director Shiawassee District Library 502 W Main Street Owosso, MI 48867 (989) 725-5134

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East Lansing Public Library opening at noon
by Kristin Shelley 02 Feb '22

02 Feb '22

The East Lansing Public Library is delaying opening on Thursday, February 3. The library will open at noon. Stay safe! Kristin Sent from my iPhone Kristin Shelley

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BSCL Closed Thursday, February 3, 2022
by BERRIEN SPRINGS COMMUNITY LIBRARY 02 Feb '22

02 Feb '22

The Berrien Springs Community Library will be closed Thursday, February 3, 2022, due to the inclement weather. Stay safe everyone! Irene (Jones) Berrien Springs Community Library 215 W. Union St. Berrien Springs, MI 49103 269.471.7074 269.471.4433 fax www.bsclibrary.org

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LM 2022 LSTA Public Library Services Grant Program - Application are now open!
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 02 Feb '22

02 Feb '22

The Library of Michigan Public Library Services 2022 grant program is open! Detailed information on the grant program, including timeline, applicant eligibility, and the application is available at www.michigan.gov/lsta<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michiga…> in Public Library Services Grant program section. Highlights are below. We recommend reading the documentation thoroughly before applying as there are significant changes from the previous years. The Improving Access to Information grant program will also be available in 2022. Information will be posted on that program in March. Public Library Services 2022 Grant program This program provides funding for public libraries to purchase materials and supplies that meet the selected program topics for a given year and are for an identified program or service the library will provide. The intent is to supplement local topical programs that improve information access and quality of service in their communities. The expected focus will be on small projects that improve community services in one of the three priorities listed below and that align with the LSTA priorities listed in the grant documentation. * Literacy programs * Children and Teen programs * Technology programs Grant Details: * Applications are due Monday, March 7th by 5:00 PM EST. * Branch locations remain eligible for grants, however, this year ALL branch applications must be submitted and managed by the main or administrative branch. * A UEI (Unique Entity Identifier) number from SAM.gov is REQUIRED on the application. * Funding will be from $500 to $2,000 per location. * Funding is by reimbursement only. * Eligible applicants are Michigan public libraries that are legally established and currently eligible for state aid. * The grant period is from mid-April to September, with expenditures complete by August. An application webinar will be held Monday, February 14th at 10:00 AM. Registration is on the Public Library Services grants page. The grant program is lightly competitive. Applications and all accompanying documents are submitted online. 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@01D6F63E.6076EC20]

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Southfield Library closed today
by Kelly Rembert 02 Feb '22

02 Feb '22

Hi, I'll join the chorus and let you know that Southfield Library is closed today. Enjoy the snow when it comes, Kelly Kelly Ireland Rembert Outreach Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 796-4367 krembert(a)southfieldlibrary.org<mailto:krembert@southfieldlibrary.org> www.southfieldlibrary.org<http://www.southfieldlibrary.org/> she/her/hers

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