Greetings! There's still time to register for this free webinar. The Library of Michigan (LM) is excited to announce a new continuing education opportunity. LM's new webinar series, SRLC Presents brings to you select sessions from the cancelled 2020 Loleta Fyan Small & Rural Libraries Conference. Join us Tuesday, July 21 at 2:00 PM for "The Connected Library: Vetting and Partnering with Social Service Providers," presented by Patrick Lloyd. Tuesday, July 21 @ 2:00 ET The Connected Library: Vetting and Partnering with Social Service Providers -Patrick Lloyd<https://libraryofmichigan.z2systems.com/event.jsp?event=317&> Cost: Free Libraries tend to think that we can do it all! While we may host events from weddings to videogame tournaments and although we may answer questions on everything from research papers to restaurant recommendations, sometimes we need to know when to reach out to experts in our communities. As libraries continue moving to address more than just the informational needs of our patrons, it is important that we connect and build relationships with local professionals focused on mental health, basic needs, and other social challenges of our communities. This session will explore why it is imperative that libraries connect with social service providers in their communities, how to cultivate these connections, and tips to make sure the agencies you work with are effective, ethical partners. This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Consultant Library of Michigan atkine@michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov>