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<h1>Youth Services professional development opportunities from LM<o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal">The Library of Michigan’s youth services webinars such as <i>
Ready to Read MI Storytime Tune-Up</i> or <i>Teen Clubs</i>, are available any time on the
<a href="https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/ce/intro/library-of-michigan-webinar-archives">
Library of Michigan’s Webinar Archives</a>.<br>
Additional training can be found in our <b>Niche Academy Staff Skills</b>, such as
<i>Youth Services Basics</i><b> </b>or<b> </b><i>Transforming Teen Services</i>, go to
<a href="https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills">https://my.nicheacademy.com/staffskills</a> to take a self-paced course.
<o:p></o:p></p>
<h1>YALSA<o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal">The Teen's Top 10 Voting Ballot for 2025 is now open! <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnGZXNjY7OixB7XwhXNandPqtZc2TyP9nRdhYWtuT1QNOp3Q/viewform" title="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnGZXNjY7OixB7XwhXNandPqtZc2TyP9nRdhYWtuT1QNOp3Q/viewform">
You can access it here.</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The Teens' Top Ten is a "teen choice" list, where teens nominate and choose their favorite books of the previous year! Nominators are members of teen book groups in fifteen school and public libraries around the country. Books eligible
for nomination for the 2025 Teens' Choice List must be published between August 2023 to July 2024. The Top 10 will be announced in late May of 2025. Please encourage teens you know to participate!<o:p></o:p></p>
<h1>In the News…<o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:115%"><a href="https://www.ala.org/news/2025/05/federal-court-halts-dismantling-federal-library-agency-ala-lawsuit">Federal Court Halts Dismantling of Federal Library Agency in ALA Lawsuit</a> – ALA, 5/1/25 *<b>Breaking
News</b>* <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:115%"><a href="https://americanlibrariesmagazine.org/2025/04/30/100-days-into-the-trump-administration/">100 Days into the Trump Administration: Libraries weather attacks and fight back</a> – American Libraries, 4/30/25
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:115%"><a href="https://www.oif.ala.org/libraries-and-immigration-enforcement/">Libraries and Immigration Enforcement</a> – Intellectual Freedom Blog, 1/24/25
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://americanlibrariesmagazine.org/2025/03/03/27-ideas/">27 Sustainability Ideas to Implement Right Now</a> – American Libraries, 3/3/25<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://creativelibrarypractice.org/2025/04/14/public-librarianship-and-food-justice/">Public Librarianship and Food Justice: Working With and Alongside Communities</a> – The Journal of Creative Library Practice, 4/14/25
<o:p></o:p></p>
<h1>Youth Services Programming Kits are back!<o:p></o:p></h1>
<h1><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif;color:black">The Library of Michigan is excited to announce the launch of our
<a href="https://libraryofmichigan.libcal.com/reserve/equipment/kits" title="https://libraryofmichigan.libcal.com/reserve/equipment/kits">
new kit reservation system</a>! Requesting kits will be easier than ever using LM’s new booking software.</span></b><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif;color:#185ABD"><o:p></o:p></span></b></h1>
<h2 style="margin-top:2.0pt"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif;color:#185ABD">Available Kits<o:p></o:p></span></b></h2>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif;color:black">Digitization Kits:</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif;color:#185ABD"><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<li style="color:black;margin-bottom:8.0pt;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo3">Epson Perfection V600 Photo Kit<o:p></o:p></li><li style="color:black;margin-bottom:8.0pt;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo3">Plustek OpticBook A300 Plus Kit<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<li style="color:black;margin-bottom:8.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><b>Youth Services Programming Kits</b>:<o:p></o:p></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle">
<li style="color:black;margin-bottom:8.0pt;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo3">NASA @ My Library Kit 1 - "Sun Earth Moon Connections"<o:p></o:p></li><li style="color:black;margin-bottom:8.0pt;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo3">NASA @ My Library Kit 2 - "Be A NASA Detective, Expand Your Senses" <o:p></o:p></li><li style="color:black;margin-bottom:8.0pt;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo3">SEAL Kit 1 - Multigenerational Programming <o:p></o:p></li><li style="color:black;margin-bottom:8.0pt;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo3">SEAL Kit 2 - Younger Audiences<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
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<h2 style="margin-top:2.0pt"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif;color:#185ABD">How to Reserve a Kit</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif;color:#185ABD"><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<h2 style="margin-top:2.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif;color:black">To use the new booking software to request a kit, select the desired kit from the
<a href="https://libraryofmichigan.libcal.com/reserve/equipment/kits" title="https://libraryofmichigan.libcal.com/reserve/equipment/kits">
Equipment Catalog</a>. You can see the kit availability and reserve specific dates using this system. Click the left and right arrows on the top left of the schedule to scroll through dates, or click “Go to Date” to check availability for a specific date. </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif;color:#185ABD"><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">The default checkout period depends on the selected kit, but you can shorten reservations if desired. If you would like to book a kit for longer than the default checkout period, check the schedule and then email
us at </span><u><span style="color:#1155CC"><a href="mailto:LM-Kits@Michigan.gov"><span style="color:#1155CC">LM-Kits@Michigan.gov</span></a></span></u><span style="color:black"> with your request. You can request available kits up to one year in advance. </span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">For more information about the kits, what they contain, accompanying documentation, and a link to the booking software, please visit:
</span><u><span style="color:#1155CC"><a href="https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/lm-kits"><span style="color:#1155CC">https://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/lm-kits</span></a></span></u><span style="color:black"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">If you’re ready to book, the link for the booking software is here:
</span><u><span style="color:#1155CC"><a href="https://libraryofmichigan.libcal.com/reserve/equipment/kits"><span style="color:#1155CC">https://libraryofmichigan.libcal.com/reserve/equipment/kits</span></a></span></u><span style="color:black"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Questions? Contact </span><u><span style="color:#1155CC"><a href="mailto:LM-Kits@Michigan.gov"><span style="color:#1155CC">LM-Kits@Michigan.gov</span></a></span></u><span style="color:black"> with any questions
regarding the circulating kits. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">The project is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
<h1><i>Color Our World™</i> PSAs and Social Media Toolkit are available for public libraries<o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Log into the online manual to find the Media/PSA for Public Broadcast</b><o:p></o:p></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1">Access to the PSAs is available through the online manual:
<a href="https://programs.cslpreads.org/videos-psas-for-2025-program/" target="_blank">
https://programs.cslpreads.org/videos-psas-for-2025-program/</a> (Need your manual access code?
<a href="https://forms.gle/Ms1w1JREF6UyLPao9">Complete this form</a> so Cathy can send that to you directly)
<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1">Download audio files and video files for direct use or modification by your library.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1">Available in Spanish and English<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1">Find the version that works best for your library. <o:p></o:p></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level2 lfo1">Ready to share? Use the YouTube version<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level2 lfo1">Share with your local radio stations - .wav version (Audio Only for Radio Broadcast)<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level2 lfo1">Want to customize? Find various file formats to fit your needs<o:p></o:p></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
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<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:2.0in">A metadata file used to store information about a media file (like author, copyright, keywords, etc.).<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:2.0in">Not a media file itself—usually accompanies other files to help with organization and editing.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:2.0in">A professional video and audio container format used in broadcast and production environments. Supports high-quality, uncompressed footage and metadata—commonly used in TV and film.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:2.0in">Developed by Apple, it’s a widely used video format that supports high-quality video and audio. Often used in editing environments (like Final Cut Pro) and for preserving quality.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:2.0in">A highly compressed, widely compatible video format ideal for online distribution and playback. Commonly used for final delivery to audiences, especially via the web and social media.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>CSLP Social Media Toolkit</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Available in two formats this year. PNG files and/or Canva templates.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in">1. PNG files that can be used as the graphical elements in your social media posts. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in">Once you are logged into the manual (need your manual access code?
<a href="https://forms.gle/Ms1w1JREF6UyLPao9">Complete this form</a> so Cathy can send that to you directly), you can navigate to the
<b>2025 Social Media Toolkit or go directly to</b> <a href="https://programs.cslpreads.org/2025-social-media-toolkit/" target="_blank">https://programs.cslpreads.org/2025-social-media-toolkit/</a>. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in">Just hit the download button once you're at that link and a zipped file will download all the imagery to your downloads folder on your computer. Unzip and use from there.<br>
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2. Canva template of all the images can be customized to include elements such as your library logo, dates, and times of programs. Libraries will need a Canva account to access and use the templates, and since we avoided using Pro account elements, Canva Free
should be sufficient. This is a pilot year on offering this option so feedback will be appreciated. Thanks to our Social Media Committee! <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><b> </b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><b>Canva Quick Links to Templates</b><o:p></o:p></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><a href="https://www.canva.com/design/DAGiZPGxuZg/ndLXF1pfxIm1bGI8KtOPLA/view?utm_content=DAGiZPGxuZg&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink&mode=preview" target="_blank">Social Media Canva Templates</a> (21
designs)<o:p></o:p></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><a href="https://www.canva.com/design/DAGgCpC1RqA/C63Dwf5bFKR_ucfyb1-1Qg/view?utm_content=DAGgCpC1RqA&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink&mode=preview" target="_blank">Color Our World Upcoming
Events</a> (1 design)<o:p></o:p></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><a href="https://www.canva.com/design/DAGbus_KM8w/yjHdf0cZTzetdjZX3T5D5g/view?utm_content=DAGbus_KM8w&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink&mode=preview&fbclid=IwY2xjawH_Tt1leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHTf-E8HvKuAoZb02yETwSA6kD6GCRdocyVn-KnQfDMrNa_y9WInvSwWXQQ_aem_JjIpWt2yY0ZsiLOFbaDKoQ" target="_blank">Event
Flyer Canva Template</a> (1 design)<o:p></o:p></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><a href="https://www.canva.com/design/DAGgIywLggM/XHRBr4LkGTlYcrail8aLKA/view?utm_content=DAGgIywLggM&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink&mode=preview" target="_blank">Social Media Ad</a> (1 design)<o:p></o:p></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><a href="https://www.canva.com/design/DAGVtwaUiDA/smPqBm8W4BZEfzl0-FpMGw/view?utm_content=DAGVtwaUiDA&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink&mode=preview" target="_blank">Templates for Various Color
Our World Facebook Banners</a> (3 designs)<o:p></o:p></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><a href="https://www.canva.com/design/DAGVvj3j8To/lhdc_aExDXBeo2WL_H5QUw/view?utm_content=DAGVvj3j8To&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink&mode=preview" target="_blank">Templates for Various Color
Our World Facebook Event Banners</a> (4 designs)<o:p></o:p></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><a href="https://www.canva.com/design/DAGTvJZRZKs/BK_Vm3sW9tTI69T5cW6Xlw/view?utm_content=DAGTvJZRZKs&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink&mode=preview" target="_blank">2025 Planning Calendar</a> (12
months)<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><br>
<b>Hashtags: </b> #ColorOurWorld or #LibrariesColorOurWorld #MiSummerReading <o:p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i>This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.</i><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Thank you,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:5.0pt"><b><span style="font-family:"Century Gothic",sans-serif;color:#2E74B5">Cathy Lancaster</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#2E74B5;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:115%"><span style="color:black">Youth Services Coordinator</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt;line-height:115%"><span style="color:black">Library of Michigan<br>
702 W. Kalamazoo St.<br>
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<i><span style="color:black;background:white">My Pronouns: She/Her/Hers - See </span>
</i><a href="http://www.mypronouns.org/"><i><span style="color:#0563C1;background:white">www.mypronouns.org</span></i></a><i><span style="color:black;background:white"> to learn more<b>.</b></span></i><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov"><span style="color:#0563C1">LancasterC5@michigan.gov</span></a><span style="color:#1F497D">
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<b>|</b> </span><a href="http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan"><span style="color:#0563C1">www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan</span></a><span style="color:#1F497D">
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<p class="MsoNormal">Join the <b><span style="color:black;background:white"><a href="https://lists.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/miyouth"><span style="color:#0563C1">MiYouth</span></a></span></b>
<span style="color:black;background:white">Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif">Acknowledge the incredible strength of students’ multilingual abilities.
<br>
Seek the </span><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><a href="https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/flexible-learning/michigan-seal-of-biliteracy"><span style="font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif;color:#467886">Michigan Seal of Biliteracy</span></a></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif">
for graduating seniors.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:windowtext;text-decoration:none"><img border="0" width="197" height="38" style="width:2.052in;height:.3958in" id="Picture_x0020_1" src="cid:image002.png@01DBBB43.F76CB0A0" alt="Michigan.gov/Vote logo
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif">Get personalized voter information on early voting and other topics at
</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><a href="https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/"><span style="font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif;color:blue">Michigan.gov/Vote</span></a></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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