Hi all,

Periodically we are asked how the MeL Minute messages are delivered, who can access them, and how to subscribe.  Currently, the messages are sent via e-discussion lists that the Michigan library and educator communities have access to, namely, michlib-l@mcls.org,  meldatabases@mcls.org, mamelist@mcls.org, and gmr-mhsla@list.uiowa.edu. In addition, as appropriate, the MeL Minute content is posted to http://mel.org/.  Recently, we’ve added a new delivery method, GovDelivery, which is a system used by government organizations worldwide to increase digital engagement, connect with over 120 million citizens, build communities around data, and support training initiatives.  Some of you may already receive GovDelivery messages from federal government agencies (Commerce, Census, Labor) as well as state of Michigan departments.

So, what does all this have to do with the MeL Minute?  It means that for individuals for whom subscription to one of the above mentioned e-discussion lists isn’t an option, they can sign up for GovDelivery and get the same MeL Minute content that’s delivered to the lists but without all the other postings and discussions .  It’s easy and quick.  The direct link to this service is found on the Library of Michigan home page under Stay Connected.  Potential subscribers enter a valid email address (or sign in using Facebook, Google, or Yahoo) to view the newsletter options offered by the Library of Michigan such as Library of Michigan Dispatch Newsletter and now, the MeL Minute.  Simply check the ones of interest and click submit.  The next screen lists newsletters from over 20 additional state of Michigan agencies available for subscription.  Attorney General Consumer Alerts, DEQ, State Police, MEDC Pure Michigan featured deals, Dept. of Agriculture Food Recalls, and the DNR are among those listed.  Feel free to share this information with interested staff, patrons, and community partners. 

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Eunice

Eunice C. Borrelli

Michigan eLibrary Internet Librarian

Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education

517-241-4996