The ABOS Board of Directors is excited to announce that the 2022 ABOS Awards Program<https://abos-outreach.com/awards> is NOW OPEN. The 2022 ABOS Awards include: Bernard Vavrek Scholarship It will be awarded annually to a student who is currently enrolled and has completed at least one semester in a Library and/or Information Science graduate degree program, and who is interested in this particular field within the library profession. Book Bike Community Impact Award Presented annually to a library, department, or an individual who has provided exemplary library book bike service to their community. Carol Hole Conference Attendance Award Five (5) winners will receive free conference registration and $500 towards travel and accommodations expenses to the 2022 ABOS Conference in Scottsdale, AZ. Innovation in Outreach Programming Award This award recognizes a library's achievement in planning and implementing an innovative or creative outreach program, which has had a measurable impact on its community. Programs should be unique and cutting-edge. John Philip Excellence in Outreach Award The John Philip Excellence in Outreach Award is given to an individual in recognition of their outstanding contributions and prominent leadership to the Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services. Karen Hake Outstanding Bookmobile Librarian Award Presented annually to a bookmobile manager, supervisor, or MLIS librarian in recognition of their continuous dedication and commitment to the bookmobile profession. Paralibrarian Student Scholarship Awarded annually to a student who is currently enrolled and has completed at least one semester in a paraprofessional library program at the bachelor, associate, or certificate level. Pattie Johnston Outreach Award Presented annually to a bookmobile or outreach support staff member who has provided exemplary service to their community through bookmobile and outreach services. Preschool Outreach and School Services Inspirations Award Presented annually to a library, department, or an individual who has provided exemplary library outreach services to children and students in their community, from age infant to college. Rising Stars Award Highlights the achievements of those new to the profession. Rising Stars are those people who display a passion for the bookmobile and outreach profession, both at work and via volunteer or association activities. Senior Services Super Star Award Presented annually to a library, department, or an individual who has provided exemplary library outreach services to seniors in their community, including homebound seniors and seniors residing in facilities. For more information about the 2022 ABOS Awards Program and to submit your nomination, please visit abos-outreach.com/awards<https://abos-outreach.com/awards> Deadline for awards is Friday, July 29 at 5 pm CST. Questions about the 2022 ABOS Awards Program can be directed to David Kelsey, 2022 ABOS Past President and 2022 ABOS Awards Committee Chair, at awards@abos-outreach.com<mailto:awards@abos-outreach.com>. ------------------------------ David Kelsey Outreach Services Librarian St. Charles Public Library ------------------------------ Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her/Hers - See www.mypronouns.org<http://www.mypronouns.org/> to learn more. LancasterC5@michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> Join the MiYouth<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmail2.mcls.org%2Fmailman%2Flistinfo%2Fmiyouth&data=02%7C01%7CNorrisS2%40michigan.gov%7Caf51448f1e92415533aa08d6f4b53328%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C636965456410852648&sdata=nModcBWFyzGoDGK%2FtwsSeAXV%2F85AQKEtzzQQj%2FV%2B5fM%3D&reserved=0> Listserv, created for Michigan public library staff to share and discuss children and teen programming and services.