Hello all,

Have you seen the new look of the MeL database from Gale, Computer Database?  It was included in the roll-out on April 2 and sports their new color scheme, enhanced functionality, and responsive design while still providing access to industry leading content on computers, telecommunications, and electronics.  Give the Topic Finder a try.  Search word and subject topics are displayed visually in either wheel or tile configuration with related content results links displayed on the right.  Up-to-date news, reviews, product introductions, industry trends, and more are included.  The MeL database Computer Database can make staying on the cutting edge a whole lot easier for libraries and their patrons.  Michigan residents or Michigan library access only.

MeL Minutes are brought to you by the Library of Michigan.  Want more information on MeL?  Stay tuned for next week’s MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact@mel.org or visit mel.org.  We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your public service colleagues.

Eunice

Eunice C. Borrelli, Michigan eLibrary Internet Librarian

Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48909

Phone: 517.241.4996    Toll Free: 877.479.0021     Fax: 517.373.5700

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The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a new video series highlighting Michigan libraries and how they are making a difference in their communities.  To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ and watch the 21^st Century Libraries episode.

Each April, Michigan celebrates the Month of the Young Child.

Go to www.miaeyc.org to learn more.