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DISPOSAL - MARCH (V-Y) offerings - Schoolcraft College, MI, 0292B
by Olga Fryzel-Almaraz 30 Mar '17

30 Mar '17

Hello Everyone, Attached is a disposal list including Microfiche Items and well as Print and Electronic Items. If you want to claim any of these items, please let me know by Friday, April 7, 2017. My library will not cover the shipping costs but I could bring the items with me to the GODORT of Michigan meeting scheduled on Friday, May 5th, 2017 in Muskegon, MI if you are interested. Have a great weekend! Olga Fryzel-Almaraz *Federal Depository Coordinator |734-462-5322| L-149 | Depository Library# 0292B *University Bound Coordinator |734-462-7614| L-133 | Appointments: 734-462-4436 Education Programs and Learning Support [Signature block graphic][cid:image004.png@01D2A975.B6B811F0] 18600 Haggerty Rd., Livonia, MI 48152-2696 www.schoolcraft.edu<http://www.schoolcraft.edu/>

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MeL Minute: Best Practices for Linking to MeL Resources
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 30 Mar '17

30 Mar '17

Community members, library patrons, and staff naturally gravitate to your library's website to search your catalog, read about programs and find out about the latest books and media. The Michigan eLibrary would like to capitalize on the loyal following you have developed by encouraging all Michigan libraries to include current links to MeL.org and its various components on your site. Recently, a quick survey of public libraries found that libraries' linkage to MeL runs the gamut from none at all, to full identification of MeL, MeLCat, MeL eResources, Michigana, Help, and About on the library's site. We hope that you can integrate some if not all of the MeL.org elements on your library's website. We thank you and are sure your patrons will too. Here are a few suggestions: * When linking to specific MeL.org eResources (databases), feel free to use the icon found in the alphabetic list of databases. These are custom designed for MeL and are freely available for you to right click with your mouse and save to your computer to use on your own site. * Remember to use the Geo-Ip address url for the eResource. These are found by clicking on "More" in the resource description. Using any other url will prevent your users from freely and directly accessing MeL eResources. * Although our selection of eResources hasn't changed in the past year, make sure you are linking to what is currently available through the MeL subscriptions. The alphabetic list found under Databases<http://mel.org/databases> on MeL.org is accurate. * If you link to the MeLCat catalog (new or classic version) label it as MeLCat, not MeL MeL Minutes are brought to you by the Library of Michigan. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for the next MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact(a)mel.org<mailto:contact@mel.org>, visit http://mel.org<http://mel.org/>, or Sign up for the MeL Minute and other Library of Michigan e-mail lists via GovDelivery<https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/subscriber/new>. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your colleagues and networks. Sonya Schryer Norris Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. PO Box 30009 Lansing, MI 48909 517-373-4457 http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> http://www.michlibrary.org<http://www.michlibrary.org/> [cid:image001.png@01D169A3.73327F50] Take time this month to check out the Essential Instructional Practices in Early Literacy<http://www.gomaisa.org/sites/default/files/K-3%20Literacy%20Essentials%203.…>

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Re: [Michlib-l] Book giveaway - 1972 Michigan map book
by Amber Hughey 30 Mar '17

30 Mar '17

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Book giveaway - 1972 Michigan map book
by Amber Hughey 30 Mar '17

30 Mar '17

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4-week social media class from Library Journal
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 30 Mar '17

30 Mar '17

Get ready, because Library Journal’s Spring 2017 Social Media Made Simple<http://edmaker.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=613f8505587a2aca801131393&…> online course starts May 17. In this four-week interactive workshop, you’ll watch live webcasts with industry experts from Merriam Webster Inc., Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library, Timberland Regional Library, and more. You’ll work in small groups and get one-on-one attention from a facilitator to build and launch a social media strategy. By the end of the course, you’ll know how to target different audiences, create engaging content, and launch a “viral” campaign. > Register by April 7 and save<http://edmaker.us9.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=613f8505587a2aca801131393…> Join us on April 11 at 1pm ET to learn more about Social Media Made Simple in our live course preview webcast<http://edmaker.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=613f8505587a2aca801131393&…> with LJ contributor Jennifer Koerber. Jennifer will share ten tips for amazing mobile photography with examples from her own work. She’ll also cover the speaker lineup and what to expect from the course format. At the end of the webcast, she’ll answer questions from the live audience. > Join us for a course information session on April 11 at 1pm ET<http://edmaker.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=613f8505587a2aca801131393&…> Discover more online marketing tips for your library in The Commons. Watch Social Media Marketing 101<http://edmaker.us9.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=613f8505587a2aca801131393…> with Socialty Squared’s CEO Helen Todd. In this informative webcast, Helen shares social media fundamentals including how to handle posting and sharing frequency, navigate comments, and balance self-promotion with content. And remember, we'll post new content every week, so there's more inspiration coming your way. Bookmark The Commons for easy access! http://libraryjournal.edmaker.co<http://edmaker.us9.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=613f8505587a2aca801131393…> We'll see you at The Commons! Carmen Scheidel Course Advisor and CEO, Edmaker.co<http://edmaker.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=613f8505587a2aca801131393&…> -- Any questions? We're here to help! Just email libraryjournal(a)edmaker.co<mailto:http://libraryjournal.edmaker.co/courses/4/discussion_topics/22> Sonya Schryer Norris Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. PO Box 30009 Lansing, MI 48909 517-373-4457 http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> http://www.michlibrary.org<http://www.michlibrary.org/> [cid:image001.png@01D169A3.73327F50] Take time this month to check out the Essential Instructional Practices in Early Literacy<http://www.gomaisa.org/sites/default/files/K-3%20Literacy%20Essentials%203.…>

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Congratulations to our newest QSAC Enhanced Library!
by Atkin, Evette (MDE) 30 Mar '17

30 Mar '17

Greetings! The Library of Michigan congratulates the following newly certified QSAC library. The following has received certification or renewed their status in the past quarter. Enhanced Level Canton Public Library, Eva Davis, Director (https://www.cantonpl.org/) If you would like to learn more about the Library of Michigan's Quality Services Audit Checklist, QSAC, program, visit www.michigan.gov/qsac<http://www.michigan.gov/qsac> where you can find information on how to submit a QSAC application as well as other resources to help your library achieve the measures outlined in each level of service. QSAC measures AND certifications are on a three-year update and renewal schedule to ensure the measures and libraries stay on top of quality service. The Library of Michigan works with volunteer librarians every three years to revise the measures based on participating libraries' experiences and new trends in library services, programs and technology. It is our goal that QSAC measures will continue to provide direction and support for libraries as they look to both improve their services and justify their services to funders. If you have any questions regarding QSAC, please do not hesitate to contact me! Evette Atkin Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan atkine(a)michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov> 517.373.3746 [cid:image001.png@01D169A3.73327F50] Take time this month to check out the Essential Instructional Practices in Early Literacy<http://www.gomaisa.org/sites/default/files/K-3%20Literacy%20Essentials%203.…>

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ALA Action Alert
by Steven Bowers 30 Mar '17

30 Mar '17

[http://files.constantcontact.com/fe18cca2101/453ecd65-7ee0-4443-84bb-d34e12…]<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pUES3JIdEZUQU36kTrwlPyzsJ7l7Hm047Ge175l8BSRX…> Call to Action March 30, 2017 Good morning Michigan Libraries, At least $210 million in federal library funding is on the budget-cutter's chopping block. Our champions in Congress need your help to save it and the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Everything you need is at ALA's Legislative Action Center<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pUES3JIdEZUQU36kTrwlPyzsJ7l7Hm047Ge175l8BSRX…> now! You can also visit the District Dispatch<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pUES3JIdEZUQU36kTrwlPyzsJ7l7Hm047Ge175l8BSRX…> for more context. Action is needed by April 3. Eliminating the IMLS, and the LSTA program, would have devastating impact on statewide library services that are provided by the Library of Michigan. Michigan receives approximately $4.3 million per year in IMLS funding. IMLS/LSTA funds and mandated state matching funds support the Michigan eLibrary (MeL) including databases, eBooks and MeLCat, the statewide library catalog and resource-sharing network. Other programs supported by LSTA funding including early literacy resources and continuing education for librarians such as the Rural Libraries Conference. As detailed in the ALA Washington Office blog<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pUES3JIdEZUQU36kTrwlPyzsJ7l7Hm047Ge175l8BSRX…>, the President of the United States effectively proposed eliminating all federal library funding and closing IMLS - the small, respected agency that administers $183 million of those funds through the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). He also asked Congress to wipe out $27 million for Innovative Approaches to Literacy (IAL), which school libraries use to buy books and other materials for the nation's poorest children. But our library champions in Congress have mobilized to fight back and they need your help to succeed. Members of the U.S. House need to hear from their constituents before the April 3 deadline. Please e-mail or call your Representative in Washington today and ask them to sign both the LSTA and the IAL "Dear Appropriator" letters our champions have circulated, otherwise the powerful Appropriations Committees will not make LSTA and IAL a priority, dramatically increasing the odds that they will be cut or eliminated next year. ALA's Legislative Action Center<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pUES3JIdEZUQU36kTrwlPyzsJ7l7Hm047Ge175l8BSRX…> has everything you - and five of your friends, patrons, relatives, employees and patrons - need to identify your Member of Congress and to tell him or her by email, tweet or phone to sign the LSTA and IAL "Dear Appropriator" letters to protect those critical programs in the FY 2018 federal budget. Send an email<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pUES3JIdEZUQU36kTrwlPyzsJ7l7Hm047Ge175l8BSRX…> to your Representatives in Washington. Make a phone call<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pUES3JIdEZUQU36kTrwlPyzsJ7l7Hm047Ge175l8BSRX…> - the system provides a script and the number. This database shows which representatives signed on last year FY17, those that have signed up already for FY18, and those who have not. Check out this handy database<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pUES3JIdEZUQU36kTrwlPyzsJ7l7Hm047Ge175l8BSRX…>. Thank you for taking action, Gail Madziar Executive Director Michigan Library Association Stay Connected [Like us on Facebook]<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pUES3JIdEZUQU36kTrwlPyzsJ7l7Hm047Ge175l8BSRX…> [Follow us on Twitter] <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pUES3JIdEZUQU36kTrwlPyzsJ7l7Hm047Ge175l8BSRX…> Michigan Library Association | MLA(a)milibraries.org<mailto:MLA@milibraries.org> | http://www.milibraries.org<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pUES3JIdEZUQU36kTrwlPyzsJ7l7Hm047Ge175l8BSRX…> 3410 Belle Chase Way, Ste. 100 Lansing, MI 48911 517-394-2774 Copyright © 2015. All Rights Reserved. Michigan Library Association, 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100, Lansing, MI 48911

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SLA Michigan Meeting. Who is Hiring? Wednesday, April 12th at 6pm. Registration now open (Ann Arbor - Ross School of Business)
by Corey Seeman 30 Mar '17

30 Mar '17

Hi everyone - Here is an announcement for a Michigan Chapter of the Special Libraries Association meeting in Ann Arbor at the University of Michigan. *SLA Michigan Meeting. Who is Hiring? Wednesday, April 12th at 6pm. Registration now open* The Michigan Chapter of the Special Libraries Association cordially invite all colleagues to our meeting on Wednesday, April 12th. The topic of our panel discussion will be - Who is Hiring? The Job Market for Librarians and Information Professionals Are job opportunities for librarians and information professionals expanding or contracting? What types of organizations are actually hiring? Which are the most demanded skills? To help us better understand today’s employment prospects, SLA’s Michigan Chapter has invited Brad Rogers, Director of Recruiting for LibGig at LAC Group, Anne Herron, Vice President of Business Intelligence at AIM, and Ann Lee from Dow Jones to share their insights about the job market’s realities. Brad Rogers, responsible for managing recruitment at one of the nation’s leading library and information staffing services, will discuss the hiring trends that he encounters in his daily practice. Anne Herron, who employs a wide range of specialists to work on her firm’s strategic intelligence initiatives, will focus on required job skills to successfully meet their clients’ demands. Ann Lee, an Account Development Executive for Dow Jones, knows who is buying and using information. By helping us follow the information, she will provide insight into potential job growth areas. All Michigan SLA members, library and information school students and other information professionals are invited to come and hear this panel presentation and participate in the discussion. For those who can’t attend, this event will be live streamed. A link will be sent to registrants one day prior to the program. Join us at the Ross School of Business (University of Michigan): Wednesday, April 12, 2017 Refreshments: 6pm Program: 6:30pm Live Streaming option available RSVP by Tuesday, April 4th Cost: $15; $10 for students; $5 Online Streaming Payment: Online only To register - see http://michigan.sla.org/2017/03/april-12-program-who-is-hiri ng-the-job-market-for-librarians-and-information-professionals/ Please RSVP by April 4 We look forward to seeing you. *SLA Michigan Chapter Program Committee* --end-- Corey Seeman Director, Kresge Library Services (http://www.bus.umich.edu/kresgelibrary/) Stephen M. Ross School of Business University of Michigan 700 East University Avenue Kresge Hall, 4th Floor East Suite K4511 Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1234 (734) 764-9969 Cell Phone (734) 717-9734 cseeman(a)umich.edu Twitter @cseeman Google+ https://plus.google.com/117345227585597362675 ORCID: http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8205-1255 Corey's Web Home: http://www-personal.umich.edu/~cseeman/index.html [image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ]

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Library Security Gates
by David Sirka 30 Mar '17

30 Mar '17

Hi Michlib, We are looking to replace our library RF security gate. Any recommendations you can give for gates or vendors would be a great help. Thanks! -- David Sirka Electronic Resources Librarian Ham Library - Rochester College 248-218-2263

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Proposed IMLS/LSTA Cuts
by Riley, Randy (MDE) 30 Mar '17

30 Mar '17

Recently, the White House released its proposed budget outlining major cuts and the complete elimination of programs supporting library services. The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) has been identified as an agency the administration has targeted for elimination. The Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA), administered by IMLS, provides critically important funding for our nation's libraries. LSTA's Grants to States is the largest grant program run by IMLS. These appropriations are distributed directly to each state and territory through a population-based formula. Each state can identify the most appropriate use of these funds for library services and activities to meet their state's diverse needs. The return on investment for this program is substantial and is enhanced by each state's matching contributions. Many of the innovations taking place in America's libraries today are a direct result of this program and the funding it provides. As you know, total elimination of IMLS as proposed in the President's budget would have a devastating impact on library service across Michigan. The Library of Michigan directed LSTA funds touch every community across the state. For instance, LSTA funds pay for all costs associated with MeLCat the statewide resource sharing program providing nearly one million loans to library patrons per year as well as the majority of the Michigan eLibrary's (MeL) 40 databases and eBook content. Both programs have become irreplaceable for libraries and schools of all types and sizes. Other cuts would include: * Public libraries would not receive summer reading materials that provide programming assistance for children's literacy. * Library related data collected by the Library of Michigan availability would be minimal. * Consulting and support for public libraries to file for e-rate would be curtailed or end. * State Library support for WebJunction library staff training would end. * Grants to support innovative initiatives in areas would no longer exist and possible new sub-grant programs would not be created. * Leadership programs such as the Harwood community innovator program would be eliminated. * Providing future funds to support a Michigan service hub for the Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) and increase the number of digital records from Michigan libraries, archives and historical societies added to DPLA would be significantly reduced or terminated. * Support for Ploud technology for small and rural libraries would be curtailed or eliminated. * Materials and training supporting the early literacy efforts with Every Child Ready to Read would cease. * The statewide membership to United for Libraries providing resources and training for library trustees would be canceled. * Sponsorship funds for continuing education to support events provided by MLA, FOML, MCLS and MI-ALA would be eliminated. * Continuing education events such as the Rural and Small Libraries Conference and others would end or be dramatically curtailed. * Funds to support the Michigan Activity Pass would be eliminated. * The Michigan Reads! program targeting emerging readers statewide would need to be curtailed or eliminated. The loss of federal funds also could create a loss of incentive for state appropriations, as our federal allocation depends upon a maintenance of effort in state appropriations. Each year the Library of Michigan receives approximately $4.3 million of LSTA funds from IMLS. If these LSTA dollars no longer were available in Michigan, the negative impact would be far-reaching. Attached to this message is the "Overview of LSTA Funds in Michigan" document that spells out in more detail how LSTA funds are used in Michigan. If you would like information about the amount of LSTA grant funding your library has received in recent years, please contact Shannon White (whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:whites29@michigan.gov>) or Karren Reish (reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov>) at the Library of Michigan. As a federal government agency, IMLS cannot engage in any form of advocacy. However, as the budget moves through the legislative process, they will continue to actively educate about the important role of IMLS and LSTA in serving our nation's communities. I encourage you to sign up through the ALA Action Center<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fcqrcengage.…> to receive advocacy alerts, background information, and talking points about this important issue. Ongoing funding and policy updates from the ALA Washington Office also are available at the District Dispatch<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.distric…> blog. Sincerely, Randy _______________________________________________________________ Randy Riley State Librarian Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo Street P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 4909-7507 (517) 373-5860 rileyr1(a)michigan.gov<mailto:rileyr1@michigan.gov> _______________________________________________________________________________ Overview of LSTA Funds in Michigan The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) provides funds through the Library Services & Technology Act (LSTA) grants to states program. The Michigan Department of Education, Library of Michigan, uses the funds to improve library services to residents and increase the capacity of Michigan libraries to serve their users. The state LSTA Five-Year Plan and reports are online at www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta>. How are LSTA funds used? Michigan uses LSTA funds primarily for statewide programs that benefit public, school, academic and special libraries users and Michigan residents directly. The federal FY 2015 allotment was $4,350,678. The premier LSTA funded program is the Michigan eLibrary (MeL), a virtual library available at anytime, anywhere to all Michigan residents through their local library or www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/>. The LSTA funds provide a majority of or total support for the Michigan eLibrary, MeL, early literacy programs, continuing education programs and overall LSTA program evaluation. From year to year, the primary funding for these programs is LSTA funding, at the approximate percentages. ? Michigan eLibrary (MeL) - 70% of costs are LSTA ? Technology programs - 100% of costs are LSTA ? Early literacy programs - 82% of costs are LSTA ? Continuing education - 92% of costs are LSTA Michigan eLibrary (MeL) ? Databases - Hundreds of thousands of subscription magazine and newspaper articles, reference book articles, images, eBooks, historical documents, and other full-text materials are available through the resources provided by LSTA funds in MeL. Content ranges from PreK-12 levels to professional and research levels in science, medicine, education, technology, humanities, arts, social sciences, law and genealogy. Additional state funds also support significant business and early literacy resources. ? MeLCat - The statewide library catalog and resource-sharing network. Users can search the catalog from www.MeL.org/melcat<http://www.mel.org/> or directly from their participating local library catalog. Michigan residents are using MeLCat to easily identify and request convenient, quick and free delivery of materials from other participating Michigan libraries to their own library for pick up. Nearly 1,000,000 items were loaned in 2016. ? eBooks - A collection of thousands of non-fiction and reference electronic books for academics and professionals. Topics include science, computers, business, education and humanities among others. ? Gateways - A balanced collection of quality subscription eResources and librarian selected Internet sites that are Michigan-related or especially useful to Michigan residents. MeL's Business Gateway, which is newly redesigned, supports economic development and small businesses. Gateways also support children, teens and teachers and point to job, health, legal, literacy, historical and government information. ? Tests, Tutorials & Workforce Development Resources - A comprehensive, interactive resource, LearnATest with occupational, licensing and academic practice tests and tutorials for K-16 and job seekers, from the GED to the GRE. Early Literacy The Library of Michigan uses LSTA funds to support early literacy resources for library staff, educators and caregivers. Programs funded with LSTA dollars include: ? Collaborative Summer Library Program - Access by Michigan public libraries to high-quality, resource-filled summer reading manuals saves libraries both staff time and money for annual programming to help prevent the summer reading slide. In 2016, estimated participation was over 200,000 people. ? Michigan Reads! - The program focuses on the role of adults in sharing reading experiences with children from birth through school age to support young children's developing literacy skills. The program has a wide focus, including public libraries, all schools with a K-2 classroom, Head Start programs and Great Start Readiness programs. Approximately 600,000 students and young children in Michigan are reached each year. ? Every Child Ready to Read (ECRR) - A national research based program to train librarians on how to engage parents and caregivers in the elements of early literacy. The program focuses on teaching library staff to use these basics in children's program and assist parents in learning to provide the same support to their children at home. More than 3/4 of Michigan's public libraries received training materials and 417 library staff attended training. Technology ? Ploud - Michigan participates in a nation-wide collaborative to provide high quality, easy to use web sites for public libraries, giving their communities online access to statewide resources. At the end of state FY 2016 the project served 97 small and rural communities. ? E-rate training and support - Michigan libraries have training and assistance for E-rate, the federal program that provides for reduced cost Internet and telecommunications connectivity. In 2016, the training assisted libraries in requesting $4,000,000, a 27% increase over the previous year. ? Counting Opinions - Michigan libraries use this software to provide statistical information to the Library of Michigan and it then provides libraries the ability to develop reports on their services compare their services and costs to other community libraries and make informed planning decisions. Continuing Education for Librarians and Trustees LSTA funds sponsored workshops and training and online continuing education resources for librarians and trustees throughout the state, giving library staff the opportunity to learn new techniques and methods to reach underserved residents and improve services to their communities. ? WebJunction - Online training and materials on a wide range of library issues and services. ? Continuing Education Stipends - Funds for members of the Michigan library community to attend workshops and conferences. ? United for Libraries - Online training and materials for public library trustees. ? Friends of Michigan Libraries - Support for public library trustee training workshops. ? Michigan Library Association - Support for public and academic library training workshops. ? Michigan Association for Academic Libraries - Support for annual conference. ? Small and Rural Libraries Conference - Flagship library conference in the state for rural libraries. ? Collaborative Fall Program - Annual workshop on a range of current issues. ? Harwood Community Engagement Project - Training for libraries of all types to engage with their communities. ? Youth Services Workshops (STEM, Teen Services) - Annual workshop for teen and or children's librarians on current issues in youth programming. ? PLA Measuring Outcomes Training - Workshops on learning to evaluate library programs and provide that qualitative information to their community. How does Michigan receive LSTA funds? Congress funds the Library Services & Technology Act. To receive LSTA funds, the State of Michigan must both match the federal funds and maintain a level of effort through state or private funds. States must meet the matching requirement to receive the allotment. Maintenance of effort is determined by a three-year average of state funds. These funds must be spent to support the purposes of the LSTA Act. In Michigan, that funding is primarily State Aid to Public Libraries. What is the impact on library users in Michigan? LSTA funding has a profound impact on improving outcomes in Michigan for students, professionals and lifelong learners as the comments the Library of Michigan receives attest to. "I wanted to thank you for your webinar, "Early Literacy Tips For Storytimes - Preschoolers" I am a new Library Board Member...Your webinar was well produced, entertaining and very informative. Your rich content and expert presentation skills allowed me insights I would otherwise not have enjoyed. I will be sharing it with others." "I greatly appreciate how MeL allows library patrons such as myself to gain access to other collections across the state. MeL allows me to access, through my local library ... older books (economics, fiction, etc.) which would be otherwise unavailable. What a great way for libraries to maximize the use of their collections!" "Friends - I am now working on my doctorate at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago, while living in ... Without MeLCat, this would not be possible. How can I begin to express my appreciation for the availability of resources and wisdom that would otherwise be unattainable?"

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