NewsletterfortheweekofApril29,2019 

Job ‐ Outreach Services Librarian II ‐ Part‐time ‐ Ypsilanti District Library 

Circulation Statistics (Updated) ‐ March 2019 

Minutes ‐ Outreach Services Committee Meeting ‐ January 16, 2019 

Job ‐ Library Science Student Intern ‐ Plymouth District Library 

Job ‐ Substitute Librarian ‐ Belleville Area District Library 

Job ‐ Marketing and Programming Coordinator ‐ Redford Township 

District Library 

Job ‐ Technology Assistant ‐ Part‐time ‐ Redford Township District 

Library 

Minutes ‐ Teen Services Committee Meeting ‐ January 11, 2019 

Agenda ‐ ExComm Meeting ‐ May 2, 2019 

 

J O B P O S T I N G YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY

Part-Time Outreach Services Librarian II DATE: April 19, 2019 POSITION: Outreach Services Librarian II (.5 FTE, 20 hours per week) NATURE OF WORK: Under the direction of the Head of Outreach Services, fulfills typical duties which may include, but are not limited to:

Delivery of reference, information and reader’s advisory services for library patrons of all ages.

Assists patrons in use of computers and other library technology.

Plans, promotes, implements and evaluates storytimes and other library programs.

Develops, maintains and promotes library collections.

Serves on library-wide committees and participates in school outreach activities.

Contributes to the smooth operation of the Bookmobile and YDL – Superior Township.

Other responsibilities may include assignment to subject or service specialty areas. QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s Degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA accredited institution.

Must be eligible for certification according to Library of Michigan personnel standards.

Knowledge of early childhood development and literacy.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Strong commitment to customer service.

Ability to function in a professional manner, work independently, and use good judgment.

Flexible and dependable.

Enthusiastic, positive team player.

Experience working with diverse populations.

Knowledge of computers, Internet and emerging technologies.

Demonstrated understanding of philosophies, techniques, and trends in public library service.

HOURS: Part-time, 20 hours per week (including regularly scheduled evenings and weekends).

SALARY/BENEFITS:

Hourly wage starting at $19.10. Pro-rated paid time off and paid holidays. Employer paid retirement contribution after one year of service. This position is part of the AFSCME union bargaining unit.

TO APPLY: Send resume, cover letter, & application form

(available at www.ypsilibrary.org) by Monday, May 6, 2019 to:

Human Resources or lisa@ypsilibrary.org Ypsilanti District Library

5577 Whittaker Road Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197

Ypsilanti District Library is an equal opportunity employer.

The Library Network

Monthly Circulation

March 2019

Shared System Libraries Non-Shared System Libraries

Addison Township Public Library 2,228 Birmingham Baldwin Public Library NR

Allen Park Public Library 6,786 Bloomfield Township Public Library NR

Auburn Hills Public Library 10,998 Brandon Township Public Library NR

Belleville Area District Library 10,736 Canton Public Library 117,306

Berkley Public Library 14,328 Clarkston Independence District Library NR

Brighton District Library 21,884 Dearborn Henry Ford Centennial Library NR

Chelsea District Library 20,425 Farmington Community Library NR

Clawson Blair Memorial Library 6,595 Fowlerville District Library NR

Commerce Township Community Library 21,062 Grosse Pointe Public Libraries NR

Dearborn Heights North Library 11,288 Hamburg Township Library NR

Dearborn Heights South Library 4,226 Howell Carnegie District Library NR

Dexter District Library 26,349 Livonia Public Library-Vest Pocket NR

Ecorse Public Library 224 Northfield Township Area Library NR

Ferndale Area District Library 13,334 Oakland County Library NR

Flat Rock Public Library 4,383 Orion Township Public Library NR

Franklin Public Library 1,742 Pinckney Community Public Library NR

Garden City Public Library 6,028 Plymouth District Library NR

Hamtramck Public Library 1,980 Rochester Hills Public Library NR

Hartland Cromaine District Library 17,130 Saline District Library NR

Hazel Park District Library 3,793 Southfield Public Library 27,832

Highland Township Public Library 11,507 West Bloomfield Township Public Library NR

Huntington Woods Public Library 5,768 Westland William P. Faust Public Library NR

Inkster Public Library 193 Ypsilanti District Library 57,264

Lincoln Park Public Library 2,793

Livonia Public Library- Alfred Noble 2,229

Livonia Public Library-Carl Sandburg 2,775

Livonia Public Library-Civic Center 32,700

Lyon Township Public Library 9,860

Madison Heights Public Library NR

Manchester District Library 3,756

Melvindale Public Library 1,102

Milford Public Library 11,768

Northville District Library 32,725

Novi Public Library 65,297

Oak Park Public Library 6,511

Oxford Public Library 14,454

Pontiac Public Library 3,126

Redford Township District Library 16,682

River Rouge Public Library 555

Riverview Public Library 3,211

Romulus Public Library 5,365

Royal Oak Public Library 24,803

Salem-South Lyon District Library 16,901

Southgate Veterans Memorial Library 7,692

Springfield Township Library 7,481

Taylor Community Library 9,457

Trenton Veterans Memorial Library 13,480

Walled Lake City Library NR

Waterford Township Public Library 19,144

Wayne Public Library 2,985

White Lake Township Library 12,381

Wixom Public Library 10,475

Wyandotte Bacon Memorial District Library 12,885

NR=Not Received Note: SLS totals do not include non-circulating items (NC)

The Library Network

Monthly Circulation

March 2019

Shared System Libraries Non-Shared System Libraries

Madison Heights Public Library NR Birmingham Baldwin Public Library NR

Walled Lake City Library NR Bloomfield Township Public Library NR

Novi Public Library 65,297 Brandon Township Public Library NR

Northville District Library 32,725 Clarkston Independence District Library NR

Livonia Public Library-Civic Center 32,700 Dearborn Henry Ford Centennial Library NR

Dexter District Library 26,349 Farmington Community Library NR

Royal Oak Public Library 24,803 Fowlerville District Library NR

Brighton District Library 21,884 Grosse Pointe Public Libraries NR

Commerce Township Community Library 21,062 Hamburg Township Library NR

Chelsea District Library 20,425 Howell Carnegie District Library NR

Waterford Township Public Library 19,144 Livonia Public Library-Vest Pocket NR

Hartland Cromaine District Library 17,130 Northfield Township Area Library NR

Salem-South Lyon District Library 16,901 Oakland County Library NR

Redford Township District Library 16,682 Orion Township Public Library NR

Oxford Public Library 14,454 Pinckney Community Public Library NR

Berkley Public Library 14,328 Plymouth District Library NR

Trenton Veterans Memorial Library 13,480 Rochester Hills Public Library NR

Ferndale Area District Library 13,334 Saline District Library NR

Wyandotte Bacon Memorial District Library 12,885 West Bloomfield Township Public Library NR

White Lake Township Library 12,381 Westland William P. Faust Public Library NR

Milford Public Library 11,768 Canton Public Library 117,306

Highland Township Public Library 11,507 Ypsilanti District Library 57,264

Dearborn Heights North Library 11,288 Southfield Public Library 27,832

Auburn Hills Public Library 10,998

Belleville Area District Library 10,736

Wixom Public Library 10,475

Lyon Township Public Library 9,860

Taylor Community Library 9,457

Southgate Veterans Memorial Library 7,692

Springfield Township Library 7,481

Allen Park Public Library 6,786

Clawson Blair Memorial Library 6,595

Oak Park Public Library 6,511

Garden City Public Library 6,028

Huntington Woods Public Library 5,768

Romulus Public Library 5,365

Flat Rock Public Library 4,383

Dearborn Heights South Library 4,226

Hazel Park District Library 3,793

Manchester District Library 3,756

Riverview Public Library 3,211

Pontiac Public Library 3,126

Wayne Public Library 2,985

Lincoln Park Public Library 2,793

Livonia Public Library-Carl Sandburg 2,775

Livonia Public Library- Alfred Noble 2,229

Addison Township Public Library 2,228

Hamtramck Public Library 1,980

Franklin Public Library 1,742

Melvindale Public Library 1,102

River Rouge Public Library 555

Ecorse Public Library 224

Inkster Public Library 193

NR=Not Received Note: SLS totals do not include non-circulating items (NC)

TLN Outreach Services Committee Meeting

Wednesday, January 16, 2019

10:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M.

Canton Public Library

1200 S Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188

(734) 397-0999

HOST: Tara Scott - Librarian, Canton Public Library

In Attendance:

Karen Wiedman, Rochester Hills Public Library | TLN Outreach Services Chair

Sarah Roe, Taylor Community Library | TLN Outreach Services Secretary

Brigette Felix, The Library Network

Tara Scott, Canton Public Library

Melissa Adkins, Romulus Public Library

Don Priest, Southgate Veterans Memorial Library

Victoria Phelps, Auburn Hills Public Library

Anna Brougher, Allen Park Public Library

Vickie Weyard, Brighton District Library

Shannon O’Leary, Novi Public Library

Ashley Rossetto, Commerce Township Community Library

10:00 A.M.-10:15 A.M. Call to Order

Introductions

Approval of minutes for 10/24/18 meeting

First: Sarah Roe

Second: Anna Brougher

10:15 A.M.-11:15 A.M. Presentation from Karen Riggins, Program Specialist from

Washtenaw Literacy

11:15 A.M.-12:00 P.M. Outreach Services Roundtable:

What’s happening with outreach services at your library?

Ashley Rossetto, Commerce Township Community Library Outreach storytimes at local

elementary schools. Oakland Family Start, have other resources come in and set up tables at

storytimes in the library. Did a program at the High School as part of a career exposure, had a

table in lunchroom. Summer reading outreach at the elementary and middles to get them riled up

by showing presentation, give books and flyers to the high schoolers for Summer Reading start

up.

Shannon O’Leary, Novi Public Library Most outreach is done at local festivals for different

cultural populations in the area. Working on added another language at their library in the

collection, currently has 14 languages represented.

Karen Wiedman, Rochester Hills Public Library New Oakland TB librarian who

works 3 days a week. Lectures on American Culture for ESL and others. 3 times a week english

learning language group, ELL book discussion group. Started another ELL book discussion at

one of the local schools. Big luncheon planned for April at the local country club for all of the

volunteers who work at the 6 mini-branches as a thank you.

Vickie Weyard, Brighton District Library Created storytime for adults with special

needs. Also adapt the storytimes for children and hold them for special needs classrooms in the

schools. Also go into the schools for Summer Reading and present in every classroom. Will do

the same in the preschools in March for Reading Month. Wants to break into providing programs

for those with dementia. Received a grant to establish sensory bags (10-15) for those with special

needs and also people who’ve had strokes. Holds a Books and Brews program which has been

very successful.

Victoria Phelps, Auburn Hills Public Library Home delivery system (12 patrons

currently), has recently been re-worked with written policies and new marketing materials. Visit

local senior living facility and do book talks every other week. Take books and DVDs to the

facility for residents. Friends have supported Outreach ordering in a Kindle collection with

accessibility features to help those with different needs read (dyslexia font, text-to-speech for

VI). Leading resume workshops in the library because of the need in the community. Hosting an

Art Show this summer.

Anna Brougher, Allen Park Public Library Host 3 different book groups. New group of

high schoolers with special needs who visit the library on a monthly basis, provided goodie bags

and library cards to the youths. Tutoring 3 times a week for AP students. Working toward

becoming an access partner with MDHS for the MI Bridges program.

Don Priest, Southgate Veterans Memorial Library Newest outreach event coming up is

a Kids Art show in March, 4 local elementary school and 2 local middle to display their art in the

library for a few weeks.

Melissa Adkins, Romulus Public Library Annual Bowling fundraiser with Chamber of

Commerce coming up, supports the Friends Group. In February, working with Historical Society

to digitize newspapers for the library. Trying to work with community sponsors like the culinary

school who made and donated treats for the Halloween program, and to connect with the

community more especially people who don’t frequent the library. Investigating Homebound

service, either mail or delivery for QSAC.

Sarah Roe, Taylor Community Library Taylor is restructuring staff currently so

looking at new outreach avenues. Attending the Mending the Safety Net resource fair at

WCCCD-Downriver later this month, fair boasts 60 vendors in the non-profit services geared

toward community services. Also attends CASB (Council of Agencies Serving the Blind) to

partner up with different agencies to create programs and support each other in outreach, meeting

in January was held at the Leader Dogs for the Blind facility in Rochester Hills. In the monthly

Tech Talk programs this quarter that are geared toward Wayne county patrons of the Braille and

Talking Book library, will be focusing on e-services offered by the public library to supplement

their special BTB services.

Tara Scott, Canton Public Library Currently remodeling. Have ELL groups that have

speaking groups and a book group. Work with NHS coordinator at the high school to have NHS

students come in several days a week to offer tutoring. Attending the Wayne County Resource

Champions group (people in the Social Services getting together and brainstorming about issues

in the community). MICommonwealth site for resources for free events, free workshops, etc.

(good resource for library workers and patrons).

12:00 P.M. Adjournment

Next Meeting:

Wednesday, April 17, 2019; 10:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M.

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Orion Township Public Library

Plymouth District Library – Job Posting

http://plymouthlibrary.org

TITLE: Library Science Student Intern

Part-time - 12hrs/wk

Schedule includes day, evening, and weekend hours

OUR LIBRARY: The library’s mission is to connect, enrich, and improve lives through information, services, and

spaces. Our core values include access, literacy, community destination, and personalized

service.

The Plymouth District Library is located in beautiful downtown Plymouth, MI in northwestern

Wayne County. The library is a member of The Library Network. We serve the diverse residents

of the city of Plymouth and Plymouth Township, as well as the patrons of 75 Detroit-area

libraries through a reciprocal borrowing agreement facilitated by The Library Network.

Over 60,000 area residents are library card holders. In 2017, over 370,000 people entered the

library for programming, borrowing materials, computer use, and other activities, and over

800,000 items were circulated. Our physical collections total over 250,000 items.

POSITION SUMMARY AND DUTIES: Library Science Student Interns are primarily responsible for providing reference and readers

advisory services to patrons of all ages. Interns serve the public at three of the library’s service

desks: Reference, Reader Advisory, and Youth. Other regular duties include supporting patrons’

use of the library’s technology services, such as databases and e-books, facilitating holds and

interlibrary loan requests, program registration, and equipment assistance such as copy machines

and scanners. Other Internship projects may include event planning and presenting, collection

management, making displays, creating web content, and implementing strategic planning

initiatives.

The goal of the Internship is to provide supervised, varied experiences that prepare library

science students for the work of professional librarians. We can provide opportunities across

library departments, and are also open to project ideas from the Interns.

SALARY: $15.39/ per hour

This position does not include benefits.

REPORTS TO: Adult/Teen and Youth Services Coordinators

QUALIFICATIONS:

Possession of a Bachelor’s degree

Enrollment in a Master’s degree program in Library and/or Information Science with

preference to those with at least one year remaining in the program before graduation

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

Patron-centered public service attitude

Ability to exercise initiative and sound independent judgment

Working knowledge of common computer applications, including Microsoft Office and

the Internet

Discretion and consideration for patron privacy

Written and verbal communication skills consistent with graduate-level work

Punctuality and dependability

PREFERRED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

Advanced research skills

Technology skills specific to mobile devices and apps, coding, and content management

systems

Familiarity with library systems such as automation, interlibrary loan, and databases

Public library experience, either as an advanced user or library employee at any level of

service

SEND COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO: Robyn Lowenstein

Business/Human Resources Manager

humanresources@plymouthlibrary.org

DEADLINE: Friday, May 3, 2019 by 4:00pm

This announcement is only a summary of the position, its duties, job requirements and

compensation. Further information is available from the library. The Plymouth District Library

does not discriminate in its employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin,

citizenship, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or disability. We provide

reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability if requested.

JOB POSTING

Substitute Librarian Salary: MLIS degree-holder $18 / hour

MLIS student $15 / hour Hours: Occasional hours as needed, including days, nights, and Saturdays. Potential for regularly scheduled hours. Posted: Wednesday, April 24, 2019 Deadline: Sunday, May 12, 2019 The Belleville Area District Library is a Class V Library serving a diverse population of 42,000 in Belleville, Van Buren Township, and Sumpter Township. The library’s staff is highly collaborative and endeavors to provide the public with superior customer service. The library is located 10 minutes west of Metro Airport and 15 minutes east of Ypsilanti, with close proximity to I-94 and I-275. We currently occupy an 11,000 square foot building and are in the process of building a new 32,000 square foot building in downtown Belleville and a 1,300 square foot media center in Sumpter Township. Staff is currently engaged in multiple projects for the new building, and there will be many opportunities for substitute librarians to participate. Responsibilities:

Provides reference and reader’s advisory services to adult, teen, and juvenile library patrons.

Assists patrons with library catalog, public computers, personal devices, and digital resources such as databases and downloadable books.

Other duties as assigned. Qualifications:

MLIS or equivalent from an ALA accredited program. Students currently in their final year (within 30 credit hours of completion) of an MLIS program are welcome to apply; completion of basic reference course preferred.

Must have a strong public service orientation

Enthusiastic, friendly, and self-motivated

Able to handle confidential information in an appropriate and secure manner

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Able to do basic troubleshooting of computers and printers

Knowledge of Office 2013, social networking, downloading eBooks, and other Web-related technologies

Comfortable instructing others in the use of digital resources

Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, walk, stand, and lift up to 20 pounds

To Apply: Submit cover letter, resume, and Belleville Area District Library employment application to Amy Greschaw, Head of Adult Services, at agreschaw@belleville.lib.mi.us.

Application can be found at www.belleville.lib.mi.us/about-us/employment/

Marketing and Programming Coordinator – Full-Time 40 hours per week, includes evenings and weekends.

$40,000 based on qualifications and experience, plus generous benefits package and paid time off. Open until filled, first consideration to those received by May 17th, 2019

Complete application online along with cover letter and resume: Apply Here

General Job Description: Come join the Redford Township District Library team as we look to expand our outreach with this newly created full-time position. The Marketing and Programming Coordinator position provides the opportunity to plan and execute marketing campaigns that attract users to the library. This position will help to generate creative programming ideas and oversees community outreach. The mission of the Redford Township District Library is; Inspiring Ideas, Enriching Lives, and Creating Community. We are looking for an individual who is a champion for literacy and committed to social equality. Duties:

• Creates and markets library campaigns.

• Ensures consistent library identity and branding across all media platforms.

• Collaborates with departments about outreach services and opportunities.

• Works with staff to create, deliver, and assess the library’s programming for all audiences.

• Informs and educates staff about library campaigns and strategic directions. • Works with other staff to develop and guide social media strategy and content. Serves as primary

administrator of the library's existing social media accounts, digital signage, targeted emails, and the promotional aspects of the library’s website and online catalog. Explores new platforms.

• Represents the library at public functions and to the media. Develops relationships with public officials and media contacts, solicits coverage of library services and programs in other organization’s publications. Distributes news releases to the media.

• Oversees all community outreach to organizations, and directly coordinates the library’s involvement in larger events such as parades, local festivals, and farmer’s market.

• Manage volunteer applications and coordinates with library departments on volunteer opportunities.

• Coordinates and edits the creation of the newsletter and library promotional materials such as brochures, bookmarks, and online campaigns.

• Handles publicity for all library closings, board meetings, and library-wide campaigns on the events calendar and in-house signage.

• Arranges outside graphics and printing jobs when necessary.

• Assists with special library functions and fundraising efforts. • Attends professional continuing education seminars related to departmental tasks and objectives.

• Attends and participates in consortium and system-related committees and meetings.

• Provides information services to the public: receiving and answering questions regarding library collections, services, and programs.

• Manages special projects and other duties assigned by Director

Organizational Relationships: Reports to the Director and works in close cooperation with the technology and programming staff in all other departments. Qualifications: • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in marketing, communications or related field

• Completion of bachelor’s degree, preferably in marketing/public relations

• MLIS preferred, but not required

• Computer fluency in Windows, MS Office and social media apps. • Knowledge of graphic design and layout and ability to create signage and publications using

programs such as MS Publisher or InDesign.

• Demonstrated ability to connect positively with library and community leaders and organizations, library staff and administration, library patrons and the general public

• Results oriented; able to establish clear expectations, objectives and priorities, set achievable goals and track progress

• Experience developing social media strategy across all platforms (Facebook, Instagram and Twitter)

• Strong writing ability.

• Valid driver’s license. Physical Requirements:

• Manual: able to operate computer keyboard and mouse.

• Visual: able to detect color coding, read documents, and a computer screen.

• Communication: Fluent in English, both written and oral. Able to speak and be heard and hear the speech of co-workers and patrons in person and over the phone. Able to be heard by a larger group of people without the aid of a microphone.

• Pushing/pulling, lifting and carrying: able to lift lightweight folding tables, manipulate a canopy tent (with assistance) and push carts of supplies to events outside the library.

Technology Assistant – Part Time 10 to 20 hours per week, primarily evenings and weekends.

$10.50 to $11.70 per hour, no benefits Open until filled, first consideration to those received by May 17th, 2019

Complete application online along with resume: Apply Here

General Job Description: The Redford Township District Library seeks an enthusiastic candidate who enjoys helping people with computers, networking and connected technologies to join our customer service directed team. This newly created position is also responsible for maintaining, setting up, and resolving issues with the Library's computers and troubleshooting hardware and software problems. Computer Assistants perform basic maintenance on equipment, clean equipment, and perform other technological support duties as assigned.

Duties: • Assisting users with simple and intermediate troubleshooting of computer and network technologies.

• Answering general and intermediate computer and technology questions from patrons and staff alike.

• Monitor the Library’s Pharos PC Reservation system, helping patrons sign in, and the application of monies for Print Management.

• Assist with usage of the Library Wireless system, including Mobile Pharos Print Center.

• Assist patrons with using library equipment and technologies as needed.

• Perform basic maintenance as directed.

• Work on other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Organizational Relationships: Reports to the Automation Manager and works in close cooperation with all departments. Qualifications: • Strong commitment to positive and polite public service.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Apple, and Google platforms.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software.

• Computer Lab and/or Library experience preferred.

• Experience setting up and maintaining PC hardware.

• Software installation experience preferred.

• Ability to work independently after training is complete. Strong problem-solving skills.

• Detail oriented.

Physical Requirements: Applicants must be able to lift 25 lbs., bend, push a cart, and stand for periods of time. Typical Hours: Evenings Monday – Thursday, and half day (4 hours) on Saturday

TLN Teen Services Committee Meeting Friday, January 11, 2019

Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Rd, Bloomfield Twp, MI 48302 Phone: 248-642-5800 Website: https://btpl.org/

1:40 PM

Call to Order Introductions In Attendance:

Allison Sartwell - Rochester Hills

Brooke Hoskins - Bloomfield Township

Julie Porreca - Taylor

Becky Price - Taylor

Catherine Ricard - Grosse Pointe

Jody Wolak - Wayne

Josh Campeau - Pontiac

Sarah Swiderski - Salem-South Lyon

Emily Dobbs - Wixom

Elissa Zimmer - Ferndale

Mike DiMuzio - Southgate

Jocelyn Levin - Lyon Township

Melissa Shank - Lyon Township

Ashley Finkbeiner - Southfield

Nichole Welz - Canton

Mary Voigt - Wayne

Erin Look - Auburn Hills

Lauren Baker - Plymouth

Karen Dobson - Milford

Jessica Wilhoite - Romulus

Janna VanHouten - TLN

Elisabeth Phou - Birmingham

Approval of Agenda 1. Jocelyn (Lyon Township) 2. Lauren (Plymouth)

Approval of Minutes

1. Karen (Milford) 2. Mike (Southgate)

State and Local Committee Updates none TLN Updates none

1:45 PM

Change in officers, nominations for new chair-elect Jody will step down as chair, Allison will take over. New chair-elect is Emily Dobbs from Wixom. Ballot will be sent out to make it official.

1:45 PM

Feedback on Performers’ Showcase Performers we liked: Phoenix Freerunning Suggestions for future performers: Henna Mobile Escape Room Computer programmers/coding STEM presenters Bullet Journaling Motor City Street Dance Academy

1:55 PM

Programming for Pennies Come prepared to share a craft or describe a program that you did that was both popular and inexpensive. Bring samples if possible!

● Calming glitter stress jar (kombucha bottle, water, food coloring, glitter, clear glue)

● Recycled book crafts (ornaments, flowers hair pins) ● No-sew sock snowman ● Coasters (sharpie/spray rubbing alcohol/fire/polyurethane) ● Wreck This Journal ● Marble run (paper towel tubes, tape, marbles) ● Guitar pick necklaces (guitar pick punch, gift cards) ● Pipe cleaners and googly eyes to make creatures ● Paracord survival bracelets ● Deconstructed t-shirts ● Tech take apart ● Retro gaming day (with staff donations)

● Will it waffle? ● Moon phase art (cardstock covered with duct tape, cut out shapes,

acrylic paint) ● Zine making ● Blackout poetry with discarded books ● Pokemon craft ● Scavenger hunt lock-in (hunt for pokemon) ● Pokemon paper plate ● Discarded book art with shoebox lids ● Hair braiding ● Miniature masterpieces ● Hedgehog paper folding ● International candy taste testing ● Fear factor food ● Button making ● What do you meme? ● Fortnite program ● Trivia

3:00 PM

Break and Tour

3:20 PM

Ask a Teen Services Librarian

Back by popular demand, you’ll have the chance to submit questions or problems anonymously and the group will try to come up with solutions ● When do you cancel a program when nobody or one person consistently

comes? ○ Keep doing it as long as one person is coming.

● What is a tween and what else can we call them? ○ 11/12 year olds or 5th-7th grade

● How much do you care about copyright? ○ To an extent. When advertising use Pixabay, Unsplash, Canva,

etc. ● What do you say to people who want their younger child to come to

teen programs? ○ Tell them we plan age-appropriate programs

○ Tell them that teens need to socialize with each other and a younger child will make that harder

● How do you deal with disappointment when your favorite teen patron gets kicked out for being inappropriate?

○ Tell them you are looking forward to seeing them tomorrow when they come back.

● How do you make a decision to weed a series when only part of it circulates?

○ Keep the first 2 or 3 and if people want more get it from another library.

○ Weed the whole series if the first book circulates but the rest don’t, because it’s an indication that the first one wasn’t that good.

● How do you stay organized and remember everything you need to do? ○ Notes pinned up at desk ○ Calendar ○ Trello or Clickup (project management software) ○ Google tasks ○ Bullet journal

● Teen Advisory Board? ○ Ask them to come when you see them in the library or at your

programs. ○ Make it official and formal and connect it to college.

● How do you avoid burnout? ○ Go to conferences. ○ Talk to people who do what you do. ○ Don’t always go above and beyond.

● How do you make 12 or 13 year olds move from youth to teen? ○ Try to bridge the gap between youth and teen programs to make

them more comfortable. ● Has anyone used teens to teach classes?

○ NHS students help tweens with homework ○ Lead craft programs

● How do you get after-school teens to behave and be respectful? ○ One verbal warning before they are kicked out ○ Ask police to do a walkthrough ○ Book: The Black Belt Librarian

4:12 PM

Fave Raves Children of Blood and Bone, Tomi Adeyemi Skyward, Brandon Sanderson Damsel, Elana K Arnold Lies You Never Told Me, Jennifer Donaldson Throne of Glass Series, Sarah J Maas Truly Devious, Maureen Johnson The Belles, Dhonielle Clayton Illuminate Files, Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff Vincent and Theo, Deborah Heiligman A Reaper At the Gates, Sabaa Tahir The Poet X, Elizabeth Acevedo Sadie, Courtney Summers Wildcard, Marie Lu Check Please, Ngozi Ukazu

4:23 PM Adjournment

Our next meeting: Friday, March 8, 2019 at 1:30 pm Redford Township District Library 25320 W. 6 Mile Rd, Redford, MI 48240 Phone: 313-531-5960

Website: http://www.redfordlibrary.org/

Shared Automation System Users Group

Executive Committee Agenda

May 2, 2019 – 1:30 pm

Livonia Civic Center Library

I. Call to Order

II. Approval of Agenda

III. Approval of April 4, 2019 meeting minutes

IV. Reports

A. Budget A. Neville

B. TLN Board Meeting P. McCann

C. CARL Update (ongoing performance) A. Neville

D. Technology Services Update A. Michelini

V. Unfinished Business

A. TLC/CARL post-migration C. Morse

B. Fines/Blocks/User profiles P. Braden

C. SAS By-Law ballot L. Coryell

D. Non-resident patron verification A. Dickson

E. Mobile technology for remote voting P. McCann

F. Fine free/Auto renewal from SASUG P. McCann

VI. New Business

VII. Other items from Committee members

VIII. Adjourn