He won a prize from us last Summer. When I told him we could not ship to California he sent us the shipping label to ship to him. So I did. He was actually very nice and pleasant. He told me due to certain health issues (which I will not disclose because it was a one-on-one chat) he was unable to leave home during the pandemic and was trying to keep busy. He mentioned to me he signed up all over the country and some would not send his prizes which he understood but was hoping I would send if he sent the shipping label. The prize he won was just a water bottle, not worth much, but he wanted it and overpaid on the shipping label. All in all he was a nice kid who just wanted to do something while bored at home. Considering all that, I would say Aaron Yang is just a veracious reader and we shouldn't squash people like him from participating. Just my opinion. Jake Rynicki Head of Adult Services and Outreach Romulus Public Library From: "Michlib" <michlib-l@mcls.org> To: "Jane Reed" <jreed@brightonlibrary.info> Cc: "Michlib" <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Monday, April 26, 2021 2:44:18 PM Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Aaron Yang on NPR I received an email from him in November of 2020. On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 2:38 PM Jane Reed via Michlib-l < [ mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org | michlib-l@mcls.org ] > wrote: Interesting! Had you all heard of him? I had never heard about this Aaron Yang. On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 2:23 PM Laurie Walters via Michlib-l < [ mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org | michlib-l@mcls.org ] > wrote: BQ_BEGIN Aaron Yang made an appearance on Weekend Edition. Enjoy! [ https://www.npr.org/2021/04/24/990430245/aaron-yang-voracious-reader-or-gian... | https://www.npr.org/2021/04/24/990430245/aaron-yang-voracious-reader-or-gian... ] -- Laurie Walters Youth Services Librarian Brighton District Library 100 Library Drive Brighton, MI 48116 810-229-6571 Ext. 215 [ mailto:lwalters@brightonlibrary.info | lwalters@brightonlibrary.info ] _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list [ mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org | Michlib-l@mcls.org ] [ https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l | https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l ] -- Jane Reed Program Specialist Brighton District Library 810-229-6571 Ext 223 [ mailto:Jreed@brightonlibrary.info | Jreed@brightonlibrary.info ] _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list [ mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org | Michlib-l@mcls.org ] [ https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l | https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l ] BQ_END -- Mark Morton Director Leland Township Public Library 203 E Cedar St PO Box 736 Leland, MI 49654 231-256-9152 _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l

We had an email from him too a while back! On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 2:49 PM Ann Greene via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

Yes, he contacted my library several times. Ann Eau Claire

On Monday, April 26, 2021, 2:40:08 PM EDT, Jane Reed via Michlib-l < michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

Interesting! Had you all heard of him? I had never heard about this Aaron Yang.

On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 2:23 PM Laurie Walters via Michlib-l < michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

Aaron Yang made an appearance on Weekend Edition.

Enjoy!

https://www.npr.org/2021/04/24/990430245/aaron-yang-voracious-reader-or-gian...

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He was enrolled in our Summer Reading Program but we had no direct contact. I'm aware of him through Beanstack. Terri Thomson Detroit Public Library 5201 Woodward Ave Detroit MI 48201 ________________________________ From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of Ann Greene via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Monday, April 26, 2021 2:46 PM To: Laurie Walters <lwalters@brightonlibrary.info>; Jane Reed <jreed@brightonlibrary.info> Cc: michlib-l@mcls.org <michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Aaron Yang on NPR Yes, he contacted my library several times. Ann Eau Claire On Monday, April 26, 2021, 2:40:08 PM EDT, Jane Reed via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote: Interesting! Had you all heard of him? I had never heard about this Aaron Yang. On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 2:23 PM Laurie Walters via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: Aaron Yang made an appearance on Weekend Edition. Enjoy! https://www.npr.org/2021/04/24/990430245/aaron-yang-voracious-reader-or-gian... -- Laurie Walters Youth Services Librarian Brighton District Library 100 Library Drive Brighton, MI 48116 810-229-6571 Ext. 215 lwalters@brightonlibrary.info<mailto:lwalters@brightonlibrary.info> _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org> https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l -- Jane Reed Program Specialist Brighton District Library 810-229-6571 Ext 223 Jreed@brightonlibrary.info<mailto:Jreed@brightonlibrary.info> _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org> https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l [DPL Logo]<http://www.detroitpubliclibrary.org> Detroit Public Library Disclaimer This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual(s) addressed in the message. If you are not the named addressee, you should not disseminate, distribute, or copy this e-mail. If you are not the intended recipient, you are notified that disclosing, distributing, or copying this e-mail is strictly prohibited.

He signed up for our adult program last summer. Maybe he was 19 then and just thought it was teen. Jake Rynicki Head of Adult Services and Outreach Romulus Public Library From: "Michlib" <michlib-l@mcls.org> To: "Ann Greene" <greenelib@yahoo.com> Cc: "Jane Reed" <jreed@brightonlibrary.info>, "Michlib" <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Monday, April 26, 2021 2:58:20 PM Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Aaron Yang on NPR I feel vindicated for telling him last summer that he must have aged out of the teen program by now. (He's 20, according to the article.) Thank you for sharing! Jessica Holman Negaunee Public Library On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 2:50 PM Ann Greene via Michlib-l < [ mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org | michlib-l@mcls.org ] > wrote: Yes, he contacted my library several times. Ann Eau Claire On Monday, April 26, 2021, 2:40:08 PM EDT, Jane Reed via Michlib-l < [ mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org | michlib-l@mcls.org ] > wrote: Interesting! Had you all heard of him? I had never heard about this Aaron Yang. On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 2:23 PM Laurie Walters via Michlib-l < [ mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org | michlib-l@mcls.org ] > wrote: BQ_BEGIN Aaron Yang made an appearance on Weekend Edition. Enjoy! [ https://www.npr.org/2021/04/24/990430245/aaron-yang-voracious-reader-or-gian... | https://www.npr.org/2021/04/24/990430245/aaron-yang-voracious-reader-or-gian... ] -- Laurie Walters Youth Services Librarian Brighton District Library 100 Library Drive Brighton, MI 48116 810-229-6571 Ext. 215 [ mailto:lwalters@brightonlibrary.info | lwalters@brightonlibrary.info ] _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list [ mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org | Michlib-l@mcls.org ] [ https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l | https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l ] -- Jane Reed Program Specialist Brighton District Library 810-229-6571 Ext 223 [ mailto:Jreed@brightonlibrary.info | Jreed@brightonlibrary.info ] _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list [ mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org | Michlib-l@mcls.org ] [ https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l | https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l ] _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list [ mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org | Michlib-l@mcls.org ] [ https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l | https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l ] BQ_END -- Jessica Holman Library Director Negaunee Public Library 319 West Case Street Negaunee, MI 49866 (906) 475-7700 ext. 18 Librarian North Star Montessori Academy 3030 Wright St. Marquette, MI 49855 (906) 226-0156 she/her/hers _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l

To everyone responding with details, whatever altruistic motivation you have to protect the library community, please consider that sharing patron information is a privacy issue. Thank you, David David Votta Director Charlotte Community Library 517.543.8859 226 S Bostwick Charlotte, MI 48813 From: Michlib-l [mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] On Behalf Of Jennifer Saul via Michlib-l Sent: Monday, April 26, 2021 3:12 PM Cc: michlib-l@mcls.org Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Aaron Yang on NPR I've been contacted by Aaron three times in last six years. I will say his response to being told that we couldn't mail him prizes was much better last year than it was six years ago. He used to be a bit pushier. I'm surprised he isn't trying for adult summer reading programs at this point though. Jen Saul Reference Librarian Bedford Branch Library 734-847-6747 ________________________________ From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of Shiloh Pawelski via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Monday, April 26, 2021 2:57 PM To: Laurie Walters <lwalters@brightonlibrary.info> Cc: michlib-l@mcls.org <michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Aaron Yang on NPR He participated in Berrien Springs Community Library Summer Reading when I was there! I talked to him over the phone.He is a character. I did mail him a prize (I talked him into paying for shipping). I didn't see the harm, and it was during COVID so our numbers were dismal...Maybe I've enabled him a little? Sorry everyone! :-) On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 2:20 PM Laurie Walters via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: Aaron Yang made an appearance on Weekend Edition. Enjoy! https://www.npr.org/2021/04/24/990430245/aaron-yang-voracious-reader-or-giant-pain-to-librarians<https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.npr.org%2F2021%2F04%2F24%2F990430245%2Faaron-yang-voracious-reader-or-giant-pain-to-librarians&data=04%7C01%7Cjennifer.saul%40monroe.lib.mi.us%7C79fb92431aa74bd44d2d08d908e5d7c0%7C526ff4e31ba7453c9fb17562147081dd%7C0%7C1%7C637550605543424533%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C2000&sdata=9b70M2UpqjtEYTbVunGEYOBAnR%2B1X9DQqxeG3BA2Gyk%3D&reserved=0> -- Laurie Walters Youth Services Librarian Brighton District Library 100 Library Drive Brighton, MI 48116 810-229-6571 Ext. 215 lwalters@brightonlibrary.info<mailto:lwalters@brightonlibrary.info> _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org> https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l<https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmail3.mcls.org%2Fmailman%2Flistinfo%2Fmichlib-l&data=04%7C01%7Cjennifer.saul%40monroe.lib.mi.us%7C79fb92431aa74bd44d2d08d908e5d7c0%7C526ff4e31ba7453c9fb17562147081dd%7C0%7C1%7C637550605543434524%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C2000&sdata=5e1mbtErfRurkZHpPV2j5rzKuzlI0cedJ0QkqH%2BWdz8%3D&reserved=0> -- Shiloh Pawelski Interloan Coordinator Cass District Library 319 M 62 Cassopolis, MI 49031 269. 357 -7822 ext. 102

Unless I am mistaken, the library privacy act does not make a distinction between residents and non-resident, tax payers and non-taxpayers. The key phrase in the privacy act is “or that identifies a person as having requested...” James B Lenze, Library Director Garden City Public Library (734) 793-1830 (301) 246-0546

On Apr 26, 2021, at 3:55 PM, Amber Hughey via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

 Aaron Yang is not a patron nor a resident of any of the libraries he pushed himself into.

Amber L Hughey, MLIS She/Hers Director Bridgeport Public Library zv041 3399 Williamson Saginaw MI 48601 989-777-6030 ext 4

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On 04/26/2021 3:31 PM David Votta via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

To everyone responding with details, whatever altruistic motivation you have to protect the library community, please consider that sharing patron information is a privacy issue.

Thank you,

David

David Votta Director Charlotte Community Library

517.543.8859

226 S Bostwick

Charlotte, MI 48813

From: Michlib-l [mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] On Behalf Of Jennifer Saul via Michlib-l Sent: Monday, April 26, 2021 3:12 PM Cc: michlib-l@mcls.org Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Aaron Yang on NPR

I've been contacted by Aaron three times in last six years. I will say his response to being told that we couldn't mail him prizes was much better last year than it was six years ago. He used to be a bit pushier. I'm surprised he isn't trying for adult summer reading programs at this point though.

Jen Saul

Reference Librarian

Bedford Branch Library

734-847-6747

From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of Shiloh Pawelski via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Monday, April 26, 2021 2:57 PM To: Laurie Walters <lwalters@brightonlibrary.info> Cc: michlib-l@mcls.org <michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Aaron Yang on NPR

He participated in Berrien Springs Community Library Summer Reading when I was there! I talked to him over the phone.He is a character. I did mail him a prize (I talked him into paying for shipping). I didn't see the harm, and it was during COVID so our numbers were dismal...Maybe I've enabled him a little? Sorry everyone! :-)

On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 2:20 PM Laurie Walters via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> wrote:

Aaron Yang made an appearance on Weekend Edition.

Enjoy!

https://www.npr.org/2021/04/24/990430245/aaron-yang-voracious-reader-or-gian...

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Greetings! The act protects any record that identifies someone’s use of the library. The act does not define “patron,” but the common meaning as it pertains to libraries is that, a “patron” is anyone who uses library services- not only those people that are “card holders.” The “person” language in the statute quoted by James is also broad. The act doesn’t specify a particular type of person. When there is no included definition, the law tends to look to the “common” meaning of a word. Individual libraries may wish to consult their attorneys on this. I would suggest caution regarding discussions using specific names. Also, if libraries intend for their programs/activities, etc., to be restricted to “cardholders” or members of their communities, that information should be incorporated into the activities’ policies and publicity information so it is clear that his restriction applies to everyone not a member of the community.. Applying such a restriction on the spot, or inconsistently, without a written policy, could create problems for the library. I encourage libraries to review their policies with their attorneys. Thanks! Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC@michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. [cid:image001.png@01D73B7B.8BCD9040] From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> On Behalf Of James B Lenze via Michlib-l Sent: Monday, April 26, 2021 4:13 PM To: Amber Hughey <a.hughey@bridgeportlibrary.org> Cc: Michlib-l@mcls.org Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Aaron Yang on NPR CAUTION: This is an External email. Please send suspicious emails to abuse@michigan.gov<mailto:abuse@michigan.gov> Unless I am mistaken, the library privacy act does not make a distinction between residents and non-resident, tax payers and non-taxpayers. The key phrase in the privacy act is “or that identifies a person as having requested...” James B Lenze, Library Director Garden City Public Library (734) 793-1830 (301) 246-0546 On Apr 26, 2021, at 3:55 PM, Amber Hughey via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote:  Aaron Yang is not a patron nor a resident of any of the libraries he pushed himself into. Amber L Hughey, MLIS She/Hers Director Bridgeport Public Library zv041 3399 Williamson Saginaw MI 48601 989-777-6030 ext 4 On 04/26/2021 3:31 PM David Votta via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: To everyone responding with details, whatever altruistic motivation you have to protect the library community, please consider that sharing patron information is a privacy issue. Thank you, David David Votta Director Charlotte Community Library 517.543.8859 226 S Bostwick Charlotte, MI 48813 From: Michlib-l [mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] On Behalf Of Jennifer Saul via Michlib-l Sent: Monday, April 26, 2021 3:12 PM Cc: michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Aaron Yang on NPR I've been contacted by Aaron three times in last six years. I will say his response to being told that we couldn't mail him prizes was much better last year than it was six years ago. He used to be a bit pushier. I'm surprised he isn't trying for adult summer reading programs at this point though. Jen Saul Reference Librarian Bedford Branch Library 734-847-6747 ________________________________ From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org>> on behalf of Shiloh Pawelski via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> Sent: Monday, April 26, 2021 2:57 PM To: Laurie Walters <lwalters@brightonlibrary.info<mailto:lwalters@brightonlibrary.info>> Cc: michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org> <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Aaron Yang on NPR He participated in Berrien Springs Community Library Summer Reading when I was there! I talked to him over the phone.He is a character. I did mail him a prize (I talked him into paying for shipping). I didn't see the harm, and it was during COVID so our numbers were dismal...Maybe I've enabled him a little? Sorry everyone! :-) On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 2:20 PM Laurie Walters via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: Aaron Yang made an appearance on Weekend Edition. 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NPR made him sound all sweet and innocent. Aaron Yang is neither. The origin story presented in the NPR piece is a new one. He has been making the rounds is 2014 or so. Originally, this was a “bet between some friends” and now it happened because he accidentally clicked on and joined a Teen program for a library in TX. He’s been emailing libraries for years. Now, with some many programs online, things are easier for him. Nope, not buying it then, not buying it now. Only plus I will give him is that he’s a little less pushy now. Below is his 2014-16 origin story. - Rebecca ☺ [DPL_Horiz_log_4c blue] This is a post from ALA Library Think Tank on FB page from May 18,2016: Remember our Summer Reading inquiry from Aaron? I received an email response from him.... The main reason I want to participate is because of IDDDYSRCC USA. It is for I Double Dog Dare You Summer Reading Challenge Contest USA. It was created 2 years ago by me and my friends. We had a semi-boring summer in 2014 and I came up with the idea. We all did the dare and I came in 2nd place last summer. It was so much fun and we kept doing it every year. Basically, we google search all the libraries in the USA and email every single one. What is IDDDYSRCC? IDDDYSRCC is a contest, or dare, that was created by 2 middle schoolers in 2014. Now in high school, the dare has continued. The dare has been moved into a contest and there are now 5 people in it. Each year, a king and queen of IDDDYSRCC. In order to be eligible to be in the contest, members must be first initiated. There will be a test to see the ability of the member’s common sense and credibility. During the contest, the contesters must outnumber the number of the libraries that the king and queen are doing. For example, if I did 5 libraries and the king did 7, I lose. These libraries must not be in California. How does the point system/rules work? At the beginning of the contest, each person is to keep a secret on how many libraries that person is doing. Everyone will reveal their secrets at the awards dinner and party. Each member must at least email 2 libraries in each state of USA. This year, Canada is added for more amusement. Here is the point system: 1 point if the state is on the west coast of USA, excluding California. 2 points if state is located in the mountain regions 3 for midwestern states 4 for east coast states 5 for Hawaii, Alaska, or Canada Additional points: 2 points if you win a prize drawing at a library on the west coast 3 if you win a prize drawing at a library in mountain regions 4 for midwestern area 5 for east coast 6 for Hawaii and Alaska, AND 7 total plus the 5 if library is located in Canada. 10 points automatically if you win the grand prize at a library, counts only if you receive it! 20 for Canada!!!! Cant cajole a library to mail things? Beg them to mail at least something small, must have library name or address either on the item or envelope,box,package,etc.. and receive 5 points for trying. 5 for USA, 10 for Canada. I will supply postage. What if I sent some first class stamps in an envelope and you can use them to send me things in the mail? Aaron

On May 5, 2016, at 6:17 PM, Beth List <blist@pls-net.org<mailto:blist@pls-net.org>> wrote:

Aaron, you certainly could participate by self-guiding on your own by printing out the summer reading trackers - we will be posting the reading trackers on our website soon. Unfortunately, to truly participate you would need to be local to receive any incentives or prizes as we cannot ship items due to the cost. I think it is awesome you reached out to the library and want to strongly encourage you to look into your local public library in CA and see what kinds of programs & events they may have planned. Many libraries across the country participate in Summer Reading!

Thank you, Beth

On Tuesday, May 3, 2016, Aaron Yang <aaronyang2000@icloud.com<mailto:aaronyang2000@icloud.com>> wrote:

Hi, My name is Aaron Yang and I was wondering if I could participate in the summer reading program for teens. Unfortunately, I live in the state of California, so I would really appreciate it if you can make an exception for me.

Thanks, Aaron

From: Michlib-l [mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] On Behalf Of Cherie Edmonds via Michlib-l Sent: Monday, April 26, 2021 3:23 PM To: Amy Rosen Cc: michlib-l Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Aaron Yang on NPR I've been "yanged" twice (at two different libraries). Both times he registered for the programs but didn't actually participate, and then requested we send him prizes. He said it was part of a group "bet" to see who could get the most summer reading prizes sent to them. He also registered for Youth programs despite being an adult, which didn't sit well with anyone. Why would we take away a prize, purchased with a limited budget, from our young readers for your personal bet to get free stuff? We responded that it was only for residents (at one library), and only for those who could pick up in-person (at the other). On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 3:08 PM Amy Rosen via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: I have heard it called getting "Yanged" On Mon, Apr 26, 2021 at 2:21 PM Laurie Walters via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> wrote: Aaron Yang made an appearance on Weekend Edition. Enjoy! https://www.npr.org/2021/04/24/990430245/aaron-yang-voracious-reader-or-gian... -- Laurie Walters Youth Services Librarian Brighton District Library 100 Library Drive Brighton, MI 48116 810-229-6571 Ext. 215 lwalters@brightonlibrary.info<mailto:lwalters@brightonlibrary.info> _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org> https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l -- Amy Rosen Assistant Director White Lake Township Library 11005 Elizabeth Lake Road White Lake MI 48386 248-698-4942 ext 6 whitelakelibrary.org<http://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. _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org> https://mail3.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l -- Cherie Edmonds - Adult Services Librarian Commerce Township Community Library 180 East Commerce Rd Commerce Township, MI 48382 Phone: (248) 669-8108 x 123 cedmonds@commercelibrary.info<mailto:cedmonds@commercelibrary.info> The information contained in this electronic message is intended only for the use of the designated recipient(s). If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, use, dissemination, forwarding or copying of this message is strictly prohibited, and we request that you delete the original message and all attachments.