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Today's Topics:

1. New Book Podcasts Recommendations (Michelle)
2. Vinyl book tape available (Jenn Bishop)
3. Re: Vinyl book tape available (Jenn Bishop)
4. UPRLC Conference Expanded!! (Lisa Waskin)
5. Scheduling Tool Recommendations (Maria Williams)
6. Re: Scheduling Tool Recommendations (Director @ Newaygo Library)
7. zv504 Extra Medium and Large packaging materials (Staff, MeLCat)
8. FW: Book Bins information for Mich-Lib/TLN (Sherri West)
9. Great Michigan Gathering informational meeting 8/26
(Estee Schlenner)
10. Outdoor space policy (Perri Saunders)
11. JDL Librarian I Full-Time Open Position (Wayne, Danah)
12. free online astronomy program: All About That Space (Jennifer Dye)

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Message: 1
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:47:48 +0000
From: Michelle <Michelle@wicksonlibrary.org>
Subject: [Michlib-l] New Book Podcasts Recommendations
To: "michlib-l@liblists.org" <michlib-l@liblists.org>
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I am looking to add a few more podcasts to listen to about upcoming new books to help with collection development. What does everyone love to listen to? I am looking for things beyond the best seller authors but that our trending.

Thanks for your suggestions!

Michelle Duclos, Director
Frankenmuth Wickson District Library

359 S. Franklin Street
Frankenmuth, MI 48734
989-652-8323
www.wicksonlibrary.org<http://www.wicksonlibrary.org/>

Never Underestimate The Big Importance of Small Things ~ Matt Haig, The Midnight Library

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Message: 2
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:04:20 -0400
From: Jenn Bishop <bishopj@libcoop.net>
Subject: [Michlib-l] Vinyl book tape available
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Hello!
We have some Bookguard Vinyl Book Tape available: 4 rolls of #952 (2 in x
30 ft) and 4 rolls of #953 (3 in x 30 ft.). Please send RIDES code and
size/quantity. Thank you!

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*Jenn Bishop*
*Library Technical Assistant*
*Shelby Township Library*
*(586) 726-2342*
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Message: 3
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:11:04 -0400
From: Jenn Bishop <bishopj@libcoop.net>
Subject: [Michlib-l] Re: Vinyl book tape available
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Claimed!

On Wed, Aug 19, 2026 at 1:04 PM Jenn Bishop <bishopj@libcoop.net> wrote:

> Hello!
> We have some Bookguard Vinyl Book Tape available: 4 rolls of #952 (2 in x
> 30 ft) and 4 rolls of #953 (3 in x 30 ft.). Please send RIDES code and
> size/quantity. Thank you!
>
> --
> *Jenn Bishop*
> *Library Technical Assistant*
> *Shelby Township Library*
> *(586) 726-2342*
>

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Message: 4
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:19:07 +0000
From: Lisa Waskin <lwaskin@superiordistrictlibrary.org>
Subject: [Michlib-l] UPRLC Conference Expanded!!
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Great news! The Event Coordinator at NMU has let us know that they are able to expand the ballroom to accommodate 30 more people at the UPRLC Conference this year!
If you were on the fence, maybe this is a sign that you should go.
The link to the registration form is here:
According to the event coordinator, we can expand the seating in the two ballrooms to accommodate up to 130 people for the UPRLC Conference this year! So, if you were on the fence about going, we still have between 30-35 seats available. The link to register can be found here:

https://pci.jotform.com/form/260416200505139

And information about hotels, t-shirts, etc. can be found here:

https://uprlc.org/uprlc-annual-conference-committee/

If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to reach out and I will do my best to answer them. I have included a map of the campus. The Northern Center is near the bottom of the map and free parking is available in lots #1 and #8.

I hope to see you in September.
Lisa

Lisa Waskin, District Director
Superior District Library
541 Library Drive
Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
Ph. (906) 632-9331
lwaskin@superiordistrictlibrary.org<mailto:lwaskin@superiordistrictlibrary.org>

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Message: 5
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:28:49 -0400
From: Maria Williams <mwilliams@northvillelibrary.org>
Subject: [Michlib-l] Scheduling Tool Recommendations
To: Michlib-l <michlib-l@liblists.org>
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Dear Michlib-l:

I was informed yesterday that TCP will no longer develop or support When to
Work, the scheduling tool we've used for five years. They plan to
transition all W2W users to their new product, Humanity, at an undisclosed
future date. A demo of Humanity left me unimpressed, as did the sales
representative's tactics - which included pressuring me to sign a
commitment to transition to Humanity by August 30th and a refusal to share
its regular cost.

If any of you subscribe to a professional scheduling tool that you feel
works well and is worth the cost, I'd be interested in your recommendation.
We have previously considered and ruled out a Google Form/Sheet or other
"homemade" option; we prefer a pro option.

Also, to those of you who are currently using When to Work, I was told
yesterday that we will definitely have access to it through the end of our
contract in May 2027, but if their goal is to move all users off of it in
time the clock is ticking. If you've recently heard otherwise from TCP/W2W
I'd be curious to hear your version of events.

Warm regards,

Maria Williams

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Message: 6
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:31:16 -0400
From: "Director @ Newaygo Library" <director@newaygolibrary.org>
Subject: [Michlib-l] Re: Scheduling Tool Recommendations
To: "Michlib-l" <michlib-l@liblists.org>
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I am trying connecteam. It is an online app free for small businesses with 10 or under employees.

Mary Franklin     | Library Director

a:   44 North State Rd     | Newaygo, MI 49337

e:    mailto:director@newaygolibrary.org |   w: http://newaygolibrary.org/

p:   231 652 6723

   https://www.facebook.com/Newaygo-Area-District-Library-174353817596/ https://www.twitter.com/newaygolibrary/ https://www.instagram.com/newaygolibrary/ http://pinterest.com/newaygolibrary/

Would you like to support Newaygo Library -    https://tinyurl.com/newaygo-library-donations?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExR29CYVpTZzNCNkZzRGVIRgEeP26Ot046PIiDb1aPQ6uAfCZragvTkx4Oh--3JdyMpwrVxrPW5koAz9TNCFU_aem_R4wYI7J-SOAhS0OJ1gyiUw

From: Maria Williams via Michlib-l <michlib-l@liblists.org>
To: "Michlib-l"<michlib-l@liblists.org>
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:28:49 -0400
Subject: [Michlib-l] Scheduling Tool Recommendations

Dear Michlib-l:

I was informed yesterday that TCP will no longer develop or support When to Work, the scheduling tool we've used for five years. They plan to transition all W2W users to their new product, Humanity, at an undisclosed future date. A demo of Humanity left me unimpressed, as did the sales representative's tactics - which included pressuring me to sign a commitment to transition to Humanity by August 30th and a refusal to share its regular cost.

If any of you subscribe to a professional scheduling tool that you feel works well and is worth the cost, I'd be interested in your recommendation. We have previously considered and ruled out a Google Form/Sheet or other "homemade" option; we prefer a pro option.

Also, to those of you who are currently using When to Work, I was told yesterday that we will definitely have access to it through the end of our contract in May 2027, but if their goal is to move all users off of it in time the clock is ticking. If you've recently heard otherwise from TCP/W2W I'd be curious to hear your version of events.

Warm regards,

Maria Williams

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Message: 7
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:42:24 -0400
From: "Staff, MeLCat" <melcat@albionlibrary.org>
Subject: [Michlib-l] zv504 Extra Medium and Large packaging materials
To: michlib-l@liblists.org
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Hello Everyone,

I hope you all are having a great day. Albion District Library has extra
medium and large envelopes. We also have small card board boxes that can
hold multiple DVDs ready for a good home.

If you are interested in all the extra supplies please send me your zv
number, and we will get those items to you as soon as possible.

If you have any questions please let me know.

Have a Great Day,

*Michael Sexton*
Head of Circulation
zv504
*Albion District Library*
501 S. Superior St.
Albion, MI 49224
517.629.3993
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Message: 8
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:01:02 +0000
From: Sherri West <sherri.west@westlandlibrary.org>
Subject: [Michlib-l] FW: Book Bins information for Mich-Lib/TLN
To: "michlib-l@liblists.org" <michlib-l@liblists.org>
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We have 3 book bins available for free to any libraries who want to pick them up. Dimensions are 28" x 30.5" x 30.5" . We are getting our new bins delivered the week of September 14, so they should be available to be picked up September 11-18.

Thank you,

[Sherri West]
Westland Public Library
734-326-6123 ext.2827

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Message: 9
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:06:36 +0000
From: Estee Schlenner <eschlenner@mihumanities.org>
Subject: [Michlib-l] Great Michigan Gathering informational meeting
8/26
To: Christian Dunham via Michlib-l <michlib-l@liblists.org>
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Hi, all!

In early August I reached out to introduce you all to the Great Michigan Gathering<https://www.michiganhumanities.org/great-michigan-gathering/>, Michigan Humanities' new three-year initiative that builds community through the art of intentional gathering. By inviting all Michiganders to take part in a series of free programs, resources, and partnerships, the Great Michigan Gathering aims to unite communities across the state.

If your organization is interested in learning more about the Great Michigan Gathering, our team is hosting an informational Zoom meeting on it next Wednesday, August 26, at 10 a.m. We'll provide an overview of the initiative, how your organization can get involved as a Gathering Partner, and leave time for a Q&A. If you'd like to attend or receive a recording of this meeting, please register here.<https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/odsFXlXFQZqjGuA_rlvq9Q>

You can find more information on the Great Michigan Gathering at our website.<https://www.michiganhumanities.org/great-michigan-gathering/> Please reach out with any questions.

Best,
Estee

Estee Nisbet (she/her/hers)

Communications and Development Officer | eschlenner@mihumanities.org<mailto:eschlenner@mihumanities.org> | (517) 372-7770 ext. 665

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Message: 10
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:34:28 -0400
From: Perri Saunders <p.saunders@woodlands.lib.mi.us>
Subject: [Michlib-l] Outdoor space policy
To: michlib-l <Michlib-l@liblists.org>
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We have a new outdoor space and need a usage policy. Can you help?
The space is partially fenced and very accessible to the public. It has a
pavilion and a couple of benches.
If you have an outdoor space, could you share your policy?
Thanks for your help!
Perri

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White Pigeon Township Library
102 N. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 399
White Pigeon, MI 49099
269-483-7409
*p.saunders@woodlands.lib.mi.us <p.saunders@woodlands.lib.mi.us> *

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Message: 11
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:15:11 +0000
From: "Wayne, Danah" <WayneD@myjdl.com>
Subject: [Michlib-l] JDL Librarian I Full-Time Open Position
To: Emily Schwartz via Michlib-l <michlib-l@liblists.org>
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JDL is looking for a Librarian for our flagship Carnegie Library location. Just a couple days left to apply! If you are interested, check it out at www.myjdl.com<http://www.myjdl.com>

Danah D Wayne

Human Resources Manager

Jackson District Library

O: 517-905-1306

C: 517-936-7576

wayned@myjdl.com<mailto:wayned@myjdl.com>

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Message: 12
Date: Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:56:36 +0000
From: Jennifer Dye <jdye@detroitpubliclibrary.org>
Subject: [Michlib-l] free online astronomy program: All About That
Space
To: Anna Merritt via Michlib-l <michlib-l@liblists.org>
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In this talk, Dr. Nicolle Zellner of Albion College will present updates on several exciting space missions, including NASA’s initiative to return to the Moon through the Artemis program. She will talk about 140+ years of astronomy at Albion College and where her research fits into the broader landscape of space science.

Tuesday, August25
6:00-7:30 p.m.

Please register: https://dpl-space.eventbrite.com

The program will be recorded, and should be available on the Detroit Public Library YouTube channel within a few weeks. We now have a virtual channel just for the astronomy programs: https://bit.ly/DPLAstronomy

Jennifer

Jennifer Dye

Cataloger
Detroit Public Library

Main Branch
5201 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48202

313-481-1392
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