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Today's Topics:
1. Program Inquiry (EMAIL TEAM)
2. FW: [Mar 11-15] Free Substance Abuse training for libraries
(Bradley, Michelle (MDE))
3. Table Giveaway (Jake Rynicki)
4. Air Fryer in Library of Things? (Barbara Beaton)
5. Computer Class recommendation (Abby Bond)
6. legal guardians and minor's cards (Tracy Aldrich)
7. Re: Air Fryer in Library of Things? (Paula Drummond)
8. Ingram vs Baker and Taylor (Mary Beauchamp)
9. LM's Library Science Collection - Public Relations &
Marketing (Reish, Karren (MDE))
10. Re: legal guardians and minor's cards (Membiela, Clare (MDE))
11. Reading Rocks in Rockford (Mark Dunham)
12. Niche Academy Free Webinar: Library Boards and Intellectual
Freedom: How to Combat Censorship with Your Library Trustees?
(Lancaster, Cathy (MDE))
13. Storywalk Inquiry (Autumn Smith)
14. Re: Storywalk Inquiry (Vicki Shurly)
15. Re: Killers of the Flower Moon dvd? (Dominic McLaughlin)
16. Re: Storywalk Inquiry (Lancaster, Cathy (MDE))
17. Spring Learning Opportunities from UW-Madison iSchool
(UW iSchool CE)
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Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2024 17:19:58 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Michlib-l] Program InquiryDear Librarians,Did any library have a forensic science program or know of someone who offers a program like that? I think it would be an interesting program for this summer especially if it had some hands-on part of the program.Regards,Stephanie Daniels, DirectorVanderlyn Community Center & Hartford Public Library
12 Church StreetHartford, MI 49057(269)588-5103
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Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2024 18:15:15 +0000
Subject: [Michlib-l] FW: [Mar 11-15] Free Substance Abuse training for libraries
Hello-I am sharing the following information from the Homeless Training Institute on free substance abuse training:
We are hosting a free online training March 11-15 for staff who work with vulnerable individuals.
The training is Substance Abuse 101: An overview of the effects and risks of common drugs.
We'll be looking at the following drugs: opioids/heroin/fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine/crack, alcohol, inhalants, and marijuana. Plus we'll cover paraphernalia for the different drugs.
Please feel free to forward this email and the training information to libraries in your state. We'd love to have them attend.
Thank you for the vital role you play in your community!
Peace,
Krissie
Krissie Dowd
Homeless Training Institute
www.HomelessLibrary.co1050 Glenbrook Way, Suite 480-504
Hendersonville, TN 37075
_________________________
FREE
SUBSTANCE ABUSE 101
An overview of the effects and risks of common drugs
Dates: March 11-15, 2024
Time: 8 AM, 10 AM, 12 PM, 2 PM, 4 PM (adjusted for your time zone)
Length: 44 minutes
Registration Required: https://www.homelesstraining.com/free-training/
Topics covered:
· How drugs impact the brain
· Warning signs (physical and behavioral)
· Risk of aggression and overdose
· Paraphernalia to look for
· INCLUDES: Workbook and attendance certificate
Drugs Covered: opioids/heroin/fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine/crack, alcohol, inhalants, and marijuana
Want to see a clip from the training? https://vimeo.com/910416824/22542155de
About the Trainer:
Ryan Dowd is the former executive director of Hesed House (a low-barrier shelter outside Chicago). Based on 20+ years of experience and tons of scientific research, Ryan now teaches organizations around the world how to de-escalate situations with vulnerable individuals. Since 2016, his trainings have been used by thousands of libraries, nonprofits, local government, businesses, etc. He is currently building a training series for McDonald’s on de-escalating conflict with individuals experiencing homelessness.
Email Krissie@homelesslibrary.co if you have any questions.
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Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2024 10:15:21 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Michlib-l] Table GiveawayHey everyone, we have a four top table to giveaway (you just have to come and get it). The table is 29 inches tall and measure 5 feet by 3 feet. We have been giving away a few tables lately, so to be clear this one has no outlets to plug devices into. Chairs come with the table seen in the picture.Jake Rynicki
Head of Adult & Support Services
Romulus Public Library“Think before you speak. Read before you think.” — Fran Lebowitz
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Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2024 18:31:06 +0000
Subject: [Michlib-l] Air Fryer in Library of Things?
Hello MichLib-L follks!
We have a small library of things in which the only cooking related items are an ice cream maker and cookie cutters and cake pans. We've received a request to acquire an Air Fryer. Our budget is small so before spending a lot of time considering this, I thought I'd ask for input from any other libraries which have such items. Are they durable enough for ongoing checkout? Do they come back clean? If not, how is that situation handled?
Thanks for any wisdom you can toss my way!
Barbara
Barbara Beaton
Assistant Director/Reference Librarian
Milan Public Library
Milan, MI 48160
734-439-1240
she/her
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Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2024 13:54:13 -0500
Subject: [Michlib-l] Computer Class recommendation
Hello,
The Eastpointe Library has been having semi-regular computer classes for
(mostly) seniors. Mike Wilson is based in Detroit but is willing to
travel. He's retired himself, so it puts the patrons at ease, and he
teaches interactively so they always come out saying how much they
learned...and asking when he's coming next. So, if you don't have the
ability/time/staff to do your own computer classes, this is a good
alternative.
He charges $125 per class. Our smartphone class was so popular we had to
split it into two groups, which was still only $250 all together.
His phone number is 313-505-3004 or you can email him at
backoncourse@att.net
--
Sincerely,
Abby Bond
Head of Adult Services & Technical Services Librarian
Eastpointe Memorial Library
cityofeastpointe.net
bonda@libcoop.net
586-445-5096
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From: Tracy Aldrich <taldrich@ruthhughes.org>
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Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2024 14:04:42 -0500
Subject: [Michlib-l] legal guardians and minor's cardsHi Clare,Can you advise us on how to handle the following situation? We have a mother who didn't want her son to get a card. His grandmother did, and brought him in and put herself down as the responsible adult on his application. Staff made him a card, and the mother got angry with us and wants us to close the account. We have not yet, as we don't actually know who is the legal guardian (they are both claiming to be.)We've been advised (at our director's meetings) that we can't actually require an adult to show proof of legal guardianship when they ask for a card for their child, and we never have (what would a parent even show to prove that? I have no idea, unless they are going through a divorce and have some sort of official custody papers.) Another director said we shouldn't do anything to an account unless its authorized by the person whose name is on that account, in this case, the grandmother, and that it should be up to the family to sort this out themselves (for example, by the mother taking the card away and telling the grandmother not to do it again, I guess.) That's what I've been doing, but the mother is really angry, my staff are confused, and I am uncertain what to tell them.I can tell you this is a common problem for many of us and I think a lot of us are confused.Thanks,Tracy--Tracy Aldrich, DirectorRuth Hughes Memorial District Library211 N. Almont Ave.Imlay City, MI 48444810-724-8043
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From: Paula Drummond <drummond@ypsilibrary.org>
To: Barbara Beaton <barbara@milanlibrary.org>
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Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2024 14:28:52 -0500
Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Air Fryer in Library of Things?Hi Barb, this is Paula at the Ypsilanti District Library. We have an Air Fryer in our LOT collection, it has been quite popular, in fact. It's a 4 quart Ninja AF 101 model. You are correct to be concerned about cleanliness with LOT items, but it has not been a big problem with this product here as of yet. Currently, a librarian checks over each LOT item between circs for cleanliness, damages, missing parts, etrc. We don't check the item back in until we are sure it is good to go. The only thing I have ever had to do with the Air Fryer is to wash the basket part with some dish soap to get rid of a bit of grease. But it was not bad, other items have come back in much worse shape than this. It seems to be holding up well so far. My husband checked it out recently in fact and made fried chicken and french fries in it, both turned out well. He said it was pretty easy to use. That's been our experience. We do consider ease of cleaning as one consideration when purchasing items for our LOT collection; as I recall when trying to decide which air fryer to buy, you can find information about ease of cleaning in places like Consumer Reports. Good luck with your LOT collection!On Tue, Feb 27, 2024 at 1:33 PM Barbara Beaton via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:_______________________________________________Hello MichLib-L follks!
We have a small library of things in which the only cooking related items are an ice cream maker and cookie cutters and cake pans. We've received a request to acquire an Air Fryer. Our budget is small so before spending a lot of time considering this, I thought I'd ask for input from any other libraries which have such items. Are they durable enough for ongoing checkout? Do they come back clean? If not, how is that situation handled?
Thanks for any wisdom you can toss my way!
Barbara
Barbara Beaton
Assistant Director/Reference Librarian
Milan Public Library
Milan, MI 48160
734-439-1240
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--Paula C. Drummond
Head, Adult Services Department
Ypsilanti District Library
5577 Whittaker Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 482-4110 Ext. 1306
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Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2024 21:05:58 +0000
Subject: [Michlib-l] Ingram vs Baker and Taylor
Greetings fellow librarians!
We have always used Ingram as our book vendor, but it seems that in the past year they have significantly slowed down in sending us our orders. And I’m noticing a lot of backorders that are available in secondary warehouses, but not shipped to us. I’ve been in contact with Ingram, but I just don’t know if there is anything that they can do, being such a big company. I do know that they did change their shipping policy last year, and no only ship if there is a certain amount books to ship or a certain amount of time goes by. I’m uncertain if this is the reason for the delays.
So my questions to you all:
If you use Ingram, have you noticed a major delay in the time it takes between ordering and Ingram shipping the order to you?
If you use B&T, are you happy with them? Are you happy with the turnaround time between ordering and receiving books?
Has anyone switched (in the past few years) from Ingram to B&T, and if so- did you notice an improvement in services?
Please send any replies directly to me: mbeauchamp@petoskeylibrary.org
I can post a compilation of responses at a later date.
Mary Beauchamp
Collection Development & Reference Librarian
Petoskey District Library
500 E. Mitchell St.
Petoskey, MI 49770
231-758-3125
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Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2024 21:51:39 +0000
Subject: [Michlib-l] LM's Library Science Collection - Public Relations & Marketing
Public relations and marketing are important aspects of libraries connecting with their communities. Marketing informs a community that the library is there and what services and programs are offered. Public relations manage issues and controversies that impact the library and the community. Both focus on the library participating with and being heard by the community.
LM is highlighting topical Library Science titles from our collection in occasional emails. Here are selected titles on public relations and marketing purchased recently. You can search MeLCat for LM titles and you can also check our New Library Science Collection titles at https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/libsci. Click on the ANSWER catalog link and use “Library Science Collection” as one of the search terms in the Advanced Search – Notes field and you will pull only the library science collection titles.
Public Relations and Marketing titles:
- Proving your library's value : persuasive, organized, and memorable messaging / Alan Fishel, Jillian Wentworth / Neal-Schuman, 2020.
- Library marketing and communications : strategies to increase relevance and results / Cordelia Anderson / ALA Editions, 2020.
- Start a revolution : stop acting like a library / Ben Bizzle with Maria Flora / ALA Editions, 2015.
- Marketing and outreach for the academic library : new approaches and initiatives / edited by Bradford Lee Eden / Rowman & Littlefield, 2016.
- The art of communication : a librarian's guide for successful leadership, collaboration, and advocacy / Hilda K. Weisburg / Libraries Unlimited, 2022.
- Marketing and social media : a guide for libraries, archives, and museums / Lorri Mon and Christie Koontz / Rowman & Littlefield, 2021.
- Marketing with social media : a LITA guide / edited by Beth C. Thomsett-Scott / Neal-Schuman, 2020.
- Library marketing basics / Mark Aaron Polger / Rowman & Littlefield, 2019.
REMINDER: Titles are available through interlibrary loan only right now, as our MeLCat delivery is temporarily offline while we prepare to move to a new catalog. You can find the information on interlibrary loan borrowing from the Library of Michigan here - https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/about/libuseguidelines/guideforlibraries/interlibrary-loan-guidelines. The page references state employees, but libraries may also borrow from the collection through interlibrary loan. Please feel free to contact me if you have any issues getting a title.
The Library Science Collection at LM is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Have a title you’d like us to purchase? Let me know!
Karren Reish
Library Grants Coordinator
Library of Michigan
517-241-0021, www.michigan.gov/lsta
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Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2024 21:56:40 +0000
Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] legal guardians and minor's cards
Hi Tracy:
I will answer this question for you off list and t hen provide a copy for Michlib-L
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Clare
Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D.
Library Law Consultant
Library of Michigan
517-335-8132
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Hi Clare,
Can you advise us on how to handle the following situation? We have a mother who didn't want her son to get a card. His grandmother did, and brought him in and put herself down as the responsible adult on his application. Staff made him a card, and the mother got angry with us and wants us to close the account. We have not yet, as we don't actually know who is the legal guardian (they are both claiming to be.)
We've been advised (at our director's meetings) that we can't actually require an adult to show proof of legal guardianship when they ask for a card for their child, and we never have (what would a parent even show to prove that? I have no idea, unless they are going through a divorce and have some sort of official custody papers.) Another director said we shouldn't do anything to an account unless its authorized by the person whose name is on that account, in this case, the grandmother, and that it should be up to the family to sort this out themselves (for example, by the mother taking the card away and telling the grandmother not to do it again, I guess.) That's what I've been doing, but the mother is really angry, my staff are confused, and I am uncertain what to tell them.
I can tell you this is a common problem for many of us and I think a lot of us are confused.
Thanks,
Tracy
--
Tracy Aldrich, Director
Ruth Hughes Memorial District Library
211 N. Almont Ave.
Imlay City, MI 48444
810-724-8043
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Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2024 22:34:34 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Michlib-l] Reading Rocks in RockfordReading Rocks in Rockford, an annual celebration of the love of reading now in its fifteenth year, is looking for authors of children’s books to participate in Authors’ Row.This integral part of the festival allows readers to meet local authors. If you or someone you know has published a children’s book and would like to participate, please email Mark Dunham or Amber Hath at mdunham@kdl.org or ahath@kdl.org for further information or to register.The event happens June 1. Applications to participate are due April 1, 2024.
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2024 13:25:09 +0000
Subject: [Michlib-l] Niche Academy Free Webinar: Library Boards and Intellectual Freedom: How to Combat Censorship with Your Library Trustees
In this free webinar, Shannon Oltmann and Shannon Crawford-Barniskis share how to educate library boards on book challenges and intellectual freedom
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You are invited to join the free webinar:
Library Boards and Intellectual Freedom: How to Combat Censorship with Your Library Trustees
Wed March 13 at 2:00 pm US Eastern, 11:00 am US Pacific
As book bans and challenges continue to spread across the U.S., many public libraries are looking for ways to combat censorship or proactively prepare for such situations. In this climate, your library board of trustees can be a valuable asset.
In this webinar, Shannon Oltmann and Shannon Crawford Barniskis will discuss forming and shaping your library board, educating them about book challenges and intellectual freedom, and fielding questions and concerns from the board. We will leave plenty of time for questions and discussion from the audience.
If you're interested but not able to attend the live webinar, go ahead and register. We'll send a recording to all registrants after the fact.
Regards,
Julie Edwards | Niche Academy
Librarian & Instructional Designer
139 N Hunters Grove Ln #308
Lehi UT, 84043
Webinar@nicheacademy.com
Niche Academy 139 N Hunters Grove Ln #308 Lehi, UT 84043 USA
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2024 08:56:00 -0500
Subject: [Michlib-l] Storywalk InquiryGood morning Library Land!We have an amazing opportunity to partner with our local Great Start to install a permanent Storywalk. We need our Village Council to sign off on the project since it will be placed on Village property in a local park. The Council has voiced concerns about the annual operating costs and concerns that Storywalks could one day fall out of favor and decline so drastically in popularity that removal of the infrastructure would be necessary.I am reaching out to any library who has a permanent Storywalk who is willing to share their experience. What is the annual operating cost of a Storywalk? How long have you had a Storywalk? Have you developed a method to get a rough estimate of how frequently the Storywalk is utilized? What has the Storywalk experience been like in general for your library and community? Were there any obstacles or are there any ongoing issues with the Storywalk?Any and all information is greatly appreciated as we work to bring this exciting and enriching opportunity to our community.Thank you for your time and have great day!Autumn SmithAssistant DirectorThe Schultz-Holmes Memorial Library407 South Lane StreetBlissfield, MI 49228517-486-2858517-486-3565 (fax)
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2024 09:56:55 -0500
Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Storywalk InquiryOur StoryWalk is in our Children’s Garden. Patrons love it. We did not have any issues with permitting or permission from our township as the signs are on our property. We change the stories frequently for seasons, holidays, themed events, summer reading club, but the signs could be used for other temporary displays as well - local history, library info, etc. adults love the walk as well. The one issue we have had is that the pages in the display still need to be laminated despite the plexiglass. Not a huge issue, but know that going forward.Sent from my iPhoneOn Feb 28, 2024, at 8:57 AM, Autumn Smith via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:Good morning Library Land!We have an amazing opportunity to partner with our local Great Start to install a permanent Storywalk. We need our Village Council to sign off on the project since it will be placed on Village property in a local park. The Council has voiced concerns about the annual operating costs and concerns that Storywalks could one day fall out of favor and decline so drastically in popularity that removal of the infrastructure would be necessary.I am reaching out to any library who has a permanent Storywalk who is willing to share their experience. What is the annual operating cost of a Storywalk? How long have you had a Storywalk? Have you developed a method to get a rough estimate of how frequently the Storywalk is utilized? What has the Storywalk experience been like in general for your library and community? Were there any obstacles or are there any ongoing issues with the Storywalk?Any and all information is greatly appreciated as we work to bring this exciting and enriching opportunity to our community.Thank you for your time and have great day!Autumn SmithAssistant DirectorThe Schultz-Holmes Memorial Library407 South Lane StreetBlissfield, MI 49228517-486-2858517-486-3565 (fax)
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