Grants are limited to 1 staff person per library facility. For more information and to apply go to: http://califa.org/place Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-335-8129 517-373-5700 f LancasterC5@michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> From: ARSL_Membership [mailto:ARSL_MEMBERSHIP@LISTSERV.AMRMS.COM] On Behalf Of Becky Heil Sent: Wednesday, June 08, 2016 9:43 AM To: ARSL_MEMBERSHIP@LISTSERV.AMRMS.COM Subject: [ARSL_LISTSERV] ANNOUNCING New Grant Opportunity for Rural Libraries Hi everyone, Posting on behalf of Patty Hector, former ARSL president, now with CALIFA. Looks like a great opportunity. Becky PLACE: Public Libraries Advancing Community Engagement: Environmental Literacy Through Climate Change Discussions The Califa Library Group is accepting applications for mini-grants to librarians in rural public libraries and under-resourced urban libraries who are interested in providing science-based adult programming focused on local weather challenges and threats. Program Model is "Book Club Meets Science Café" The project, which is funded by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), will build the capacity of librarians to plan and facilitate science-based library programs in partnership with NOAA scientists. The library programs use videos and popular books to engage audiences and promote discussion. Through exploration and discussion, participants will become aware of online tools that can provide information for their own community, family and individual planning for extreme weather and other climate events. Professional Development Training for Librarians The professional development will include interactive webinars, online learning materials, peer support, and video case studies of similar adult STEM programs. Participating libraries will receive program materials, a planning guide, marketing and promotional templates, and $1,000 for the three-part program series. Please share this opportunity with other libraries. For more information and to apply go to: http://califa.org/place Patty Hector Project Consultant Califa Library Group 501-226-0000 To change your subscription settings, including changing to a digest or to leave the list, please send an email to szach@amrms.com<mailto:szach@amrms.com>.