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Walled Lake Library Multiple Job Postings
by Carrie Ralston 27 Jan '22

27 Jan '22

The Walled Lake CIty Library is seeking a couple new friendly faces to join our team! We are accepting applications for: Part Time Adult Librarian - Open until Filled Part Time Library Assistant - Open until Friday, February 25 Please see the attached postings for more information. -- *Carrie Ralston* Library Director Walled Lake City Library 1499 E. West Maple Rd. Walled Lake, MI 48390 248-624-3772 www.walledlakelibrary.org

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Open Meetings Act Changes for Libraries Introduced in the Michigan House as HB5689 (2022)
by Debbie Mikula 26 Jan '22

26 Jan '22

Open Meetings Act Changes for Libraries Introduced in the Michigan House as HB5689 Allowing library boards to meet remotely has taken on new purpose with increased engagement/attendance of the public in remote meetings, and recognizing the extreme geographic distances travelled by many board members to participate at in-person meetings. The Michigan Library Association (MLA) is pleased to inform you that today, Representative John Damoose (District 107) has introduced House Bill 5689<https://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S(ysexeby030jb4h14oz11nznr))/mileg.aspx?pag…> which will update Section 3a (MCL 15.263a) as amended by 2021 PA 54 of the Open Meetings Act to allow cooperative library boards and local library boards to meet virtually if they choose. The bill was referred to the Local Government and Municipal Finance Committee. The MLA Advocacy and Legislative Committee, led by Jessica Keyser, director at the Grosse Pointe Public Library; and our lobbyist at GCSI, Bob DeVries; have put an extraordinary amount of thoughtful time and energy into the development of this legislation with Representative Damoose. While there have been a number of proposed revisions introduced to the Open Meetings Act, we want to make clear that none have moved past introduction since mid-2021 with the political divisions we now see. (These bills are documented in the MLA Bill Tracker<https://www.milibraries.org/bill-tracker> on the MLA website.) With that said however, the most recent update to this particular section of the Open Meetings Act has allowed those in an agricultural commodity group to meet through electronic means. MLA hopes to emulate their success by giving libraries the option of meeting remotely as well. We are very grateful to Rep. Damoose for recognizing the challenges faced by our libraries when it comes to meeting in-person, and to Val Meyerson, Director of the Petoskey District Library for continuing to bring this item to his attention – it is all about relationships. MLA’s communication plan and templates for use by library staff, trustees and others to get involved in advocating for support of this legislation are being finalized and will be announced soon. We hope you will be ready to advocate and let your Representatives know the importance of passing this bill. Debbie [A picture containing text, clipart Description automatically generated] Deborah E. Mikula Executive Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 Office: 517-394-2774, ext. 5 Direct: 517-881-1266 *Please note new number dmikula(a)milibraries.org<mailto:dmikula@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<http://www.milibraries.org> 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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Today is National Library #ShelfieDay
by Betty Adams 26 Jan '22

26 Jan '22

Heads up! Unsure how many libraries are aware, but we just found out, it's National Library Shelfie Day! We are posting some to our instagram and had a blast with the few minutes of coming up with them, so I thought I'd share the fun! https://nationaldaycalendar.com/library-shelfie-day-january-29/ (Note: don't ask me why the link says it's the 29th...it is the 4th Wednesday of January every year and the list of dates is provided on the page...no 29s listed and last year it was the 27th...mystery!) Be well All, Betty -- -Betty Adams Library Director Leanna Hicks Public Library of Inkster, MI badams(a)inksterlibrary.org Adult Services Committee Chair The Library Network Main Coordinator Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Detroit teamdolly(a)wayne.edu Leanna Hicks Public Library of Inkster 2500 Hamlin Drive Inkster, MI 48141 (313) 563-2822 inkster.lib.mi.us *Your place to learn, huddle, play, and lead. *

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zv-341 SAM.gov
by Joyce Gendron 26 Jan '22

26 Jan '22

Have any of you awesome librarians been on the SAM.gov website to replace your DUNS number for applying for grants? I'm having a heck of a time entering Core data, as the site will not allow me to move forward. The help desk is practically non-existent. Have any of you had success??? Joyce Gendron Waldron District Library

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NDL installed Core Boards in the Library
by Katie Rothley 26 Jan '22

26 Jan '22

Dear Michlib-L, Northville District Library recently installed Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Core Vocabulary Boards, or core boards, at all public service desks and public restrooms, with a large primary core board near our main stairwell. Please find images and our press release attached to this email. We heartily thank our Friends of the Northville District Library and Community Financial, along with Wayne RESA, Wayne County Speech and Language Association, and Susan Oleson and Lia Gargaro, two local speech pathologists who collaborated on this project with one of our Youth Services Librarians, Cathrine Trautman. For questions regarding the development of the Core Boards for NDL, Cathrine can be reached directly by email at: ctrautman(a)northvillelibrary.org Please excuse my cross-posting. Hope you are all having a wonderful week! Sincerely, Katie Katie Rothley, MLIS Marketing & Public Relations Librarian Northville District Library 212 West Cady Street Northville, MI 48167 (248) 349-3020 ext. 221 [ https://northvillelibrary.org/ | https://northvillelibrary.org/ ]

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Library of Things packaging
by Sarah Zawacki 26 Jan '22

26 Jan '22

Hi everyone, We are working on getting our Library of Things started. I'm in the process of figuring out how to package everything. Could people share with me how and what they use for packaging (bags, cases, etc.) their Things? Thanks! Sarah -- *Sarah Zawacki (she / her)* *Head of Acquisitions* *Ypsilanti District Library* *5577 Whittaker Road* *Ypsilanti, MI 48197* *734.879.1312*

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SAM.gov and UEI
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 26 Jan '22

26 Jan '22

I am sorry to hear that the process of getting the UEI numbers has been difficult. The UEI Identification Numbers Overview<https://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/Identification_Numbers…> on the LM site has basic instructions. For issues beyond these instructions, the Federal Service Desk<https://www.fsd.gov/gsafsd_sp/?id=gsa_landing> has additional information including videos and FAQs. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator 517-241-0021 From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces(a)mcls.org> On Behalf Of Library Director via Michlib-l Sent: Wednesday, January 26, 2022 1:53 PM To: Joyce Gendron <books(a)wcomco.net>; Joyce Gendron via Michlib-l <michlib-l(a)mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] zv-341 SAM.gov CAUTION: This is an External email. Please send suspicious emails to abuse(a)michigan.gov<mailto:abuse@michigan.gov> I have been trying to register my library for a few days. At first the issue was with Dun & Bradstreet, as they had the former name of our library in their system. That was quickly changed to the current name but that change hasn't been reflected in SAM. I have tried the chat box for help, but it clocks out if you don't respond in 1-3 minutes. It is very frustrating as I was looking for the information they needed to help me and that's why it clocked out. I have a ticket in with them but have heard nothing. At this point, I think I have to clear my schedule to get this fixed. On 01/26/2022 12:53 PM Joyce Gendron via Michlib-l <michlib-l(a)mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: Have any of you awesome librarians been on the SAM.gov website to replace your DUNS number for applying for grants? I’m having a heck of a time entering Core data, as the site will not allow me to move forward. The help desk is practically non-existent. Have any of you had success??? Joyce Gendron Waldron District Library _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l(a)mcls.org<mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org> https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l Sarah Rick Library Director Millington Arbela District Library 8530 Depot Street Millington, MI 48746 989.871.2003 Fax 989.871.5594 [cid:image001.jpg@01D812BE.3DA158A0]

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2 new positions at the East Lansing Public Library
by Kevin Hawley 26 Jan '22

26 Jan '22

The East Lansing Public Library has just posted two On Call positions. If you have a flexible schedule but aren't looking for a major time commitment, these may be the jobs for you. Please feel free to contact us with any questions. ELPL is seeking an enthusiastic On Call Customer Service Assistant with customer service experience, problem solving skills, and the ability to work in a team environment to provide direct customer service at the Service Desk assisting patrons. For more information or to apply online, please follow the link below. https://www.elpl.org/on-call-customer-service-assistant/ ELPL is seeking an On Call Library Page with the ability to prioritize duties and who has limitless attention for detailed work. We are looking for someone who can work quickly and accurately both in a team setting and independently, and who has an interest in developing new skills. For more information or to apply online, please follow the link below. https://www.elpl.org/on-call-library-page-job-posting/ Kevin Hawley Circulation Supervisor East Lansing Public Library 517-319-6943 khawley(a)cityofeastlansing.com

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An Infopeople Webinar: We Are NOT Okay: Library Worker Trauma Before and During COVID-19 and What Happens After
by Lancaster, Cathy (MDE) 26 Jan '22

26 Jan '22

We Are NOT Okay: Library Worker Trauma Before and During COVID-19 and What Happens After An Infopeople Webinar February 8, 2022 1:00 PM-2:00 PM ET Trauma is an emotional response to a terrible event... Immediately after the event, shock and denial are typical. Longer term reactions include unpredictable emotions, flashbacks, strained relationships and even physical symptoms like headaches or nausea. While these feelings are normal, some people have difficulty moving on with their lives. -- American Psychological Association The emotional investment that many library workers have in the profession and the community expectations regarding the library's pandemic response have left many library workers experiencing trauma with very few places to turn for support. This perfect storm of circumstances has made it clear: library staff are at a crisis point. This webinar for ALL library workers - frontline staff, managers, and library directors - will serve as a convening to discuss the impact trauma has on library staff, work toward addressing the necessary systemic change and need for a cultural shift, and explore potential individual, organizational, and industry response strategies. Join us to consider how libraries might rethink delivery of essential library services to communities in need while ensuring a safe environment and resources to support personal well-being for staff. This webinar will be recorded and available the following day on the Infopeople Webinar Archives page: https://infopeople.org/training/view/webinar/archived Webinars are free of charge, you can pre-register by clicking on the Register Now button on this page. If you pre-registered you will receive an email with login link and a reminder email the day before the event. Panelists: Leah Esguerra, Social Worker Supervisor, San Francisco Public Library; Michelle Jeske, City Librarian, Denver Public Library; Andrea Lemoins, Outreach Coordinator, Free Library of Philadelphia; Christian Zabriskie, Library Director, Onondaga County Public Libraries. Moderator: Veronda Pitchford, Assistant Director, Califa. 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.

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Getting a Level 3 or 4 Library Staff Certification Now Made Easier
by White, Shannon (MDE) 25 Jan '22

25 Jan '22

This year the Library of Michigan released the first version of the Beginning Workshop online. This new self-paced, online format allows any Michigan library staff member that wants to obtain a Level 3 or a Level 4 Library Staff Certification the ability to do it without the need to cover the cost of travel and lodging that comes with attending an on-site training event. Any member of the library community is welcome to apply for Library of Michigan Library Staff Certification. There is no application fee. To learn more about how to apply for Library Staff Certification visit the LM website at www.michigan.gov/librarycertification<http://www.michigan.gov/librarycertification> You will find an online fillable PDF that you can complete and email to our certification office at LM-LibCertification(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LM-LibCertification@michigan.gov> After you apply you will need to complete the remaining steps to finish your application packet, including completion of the Beginning Workshop online course, providing letters indicating hours of library work, and either a college transcript sent from degree granting institution or your high school diploma. Once all the parts of your application are received and completed LM will process your application. Beginning Workshop<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89737-308787-…> - A newly released online version of a previous in person training event now available for any library staff without a MLS needing to meet certification requirements for Levels 3 & 4. If your library needs you to be certified in order to obtain State Aid funding and you were unable to complete your certification application because LM did not hold the event in 2020 or 2021 you will need to complete the course by March 1. If your library is not in this situation you can take this course whenever you apply for certification. Please remember completing the course does NOT mean you are certified. You must apply for the certification via an application and provide the necessary documentation required. You do not need to notify LM you completed this course. We can see completion records on the back end of our Niche system. TIP! Those required to complete this course should create only one profile in the Niche system to complete the lessons. If you complete individual pieces under different logins you will not be able to complete the entire pathway and receive your certificate without taking the individual parts multiple times. Questions about Certification? LM-LibraryCertification(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LM-LibraryCertification@michigan.gov> Questions about Training? LM-LibTraining(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LM-LibTraining@michigan.gov> 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/> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/>

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