Greetings all, Recorded demo of the Ploud service now available<https://michigan-host.zoom.us/rec/share/7o4NokL2vYr3f1lxDHC4EF-IfeZAhbHaZiyFa0mLAH-jA92671F2scdv0Y-vjbAN.dafFHlnOuTThmsMk>. Thinking about making a website change? There's still time to join the Ploud program for $208 per year. Let me know if you have any questions. #IMLSGrant :: Brought to you in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services Sonya Schryer Norris Library of Michigan, MDE 517-335-1498 Are you interested in the full suite of continuing education provided through the Library of Michigan? Visit the LM CE webpage<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmi.gov%2Flibraryce&data=04%7C01%7CWhiteS29%40michigan.gov%7C17027b7a91e049ae923008d8d415751c%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637492535903270126%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=z1bPdTY67vlXvQlT2DLp8xypmYZ9%2FcBge2TsC1lqrrI%3D&reserved=0> for all of our training opportunities, including WebJunction, United for Libraries, the LM CE calendar<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2FeventList.jsp&data=04%7C01%7CWhiteS29%40michigan.gov%7C17027b7a91e049ae923008d8d415751c%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637492535903280091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=7gxY8G2vVGdmoqI3HHm72xLjks5dYwe8Xi1kh1R8H%2FA%3D&reserved=0>, and the Niche Staff Skills Academy<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmy.nicheacademy.com%2Fstaffskills&data=04%7C01%7CWhiteS29%40michigan.gov%7C17027b7a91e049ae923008d8d415751c%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637492535903280091%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=Jjotod%2BeTmpn1sKB51Cs9%2Fqq64Ar%2Fi8LqfIlhRecXLA%3D&reserved=0>. From: Norris, Sonya (MDE) Sent: Friday, February 12, 2021 10:59 AM To: michlib-l@mcls.org Subject: Subsidized websites for small and rural libraries Greetings Michigan Library Community, If you're thinking about a new website, consider Public Libraries on the Cloud (Ploud), a subsidized website solution serving half of the small and rurals in the lower peninsula and the upper peninsula. Cost to libraries is $208 a year. Intent to join must be received by March 5 for the April training group. The next onboarding group deadline is November 1. This is the template new libraries receive<https://michmasteradv.ploud.net/>. * Libraries have a choice of four templates and four to a dozen color schemes for each one. Libraries can upload their own logo, photos, and branding. You can keep your current web address. * The template includes dynamic content for your patrons that is updated by the Library of Michigan. This dynamic content includes: * Free, online course listings<https://michmasteradv.ploud.net/virtual-events/virtual-classes> offered to Michigan residents by MSU Extension * Virtual vacations<https://michmasteradv.ploud.net/virtual-events/virtual-vacations> * COVID-19 Resources<https://michmasteradv.ploud.net/covid-19> * MeL eResources delivered directly from your library's site for Adults<https://michmasteradv.ploud.net/eshelf-research>, Kids<https://michmasteradv.ploud.net/kids-teens/kids-homework-help>, and Teens<https://michmasteradv.ploud.net/kids-teens/teens-homework-help> * The template also includes space for recommended content such as: About Us, Board of Directors, Director's Message, Policies & Procedures, Services, and more. We'll build this content out during a series of four training workshops. The training/workshop schedule for the next onboarding group is: * WORKSHOP ONE: Tuesday, April 6 :: 10:00-11:00 AM/ET * WORKSHOP TWO: Thursday, April 8 :: 10:00-11:00 AM/ET * WORKSHOP THREE: Tuesday, April 13 :: 10:00-11:00 AM/ET * WORKSHOP FOUR: Thursday, April 15 :: 10:00-11:00 AM/ET Feel free to contact Sonya Schryer Norris at the Library of Michigan with questions or for a demo. #LSTAGrant. In order to be eligible for this subsidy, libraries must be eligible to receive LSTA/state aid. Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 517-335-1498 https://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan https://mel.org<https://mel.org/> http://michlibrary.org<http://michlibrary.org/> [cid:image003.png@01D70607.9EFF2CE0]
