MCLS invites library staff across Indiana and Michigan who are reading the book “Contagious: Why Things Catch On” by Jonah Berger, to any of the following events to discuss the book, expand on the topic, and learn more. There are many ways to participate, both physically and virtually. Join the conversations! Live Twitter Chat Thursdays Join us every Thursday in June from 2-3pm eastern time for live twitter chat discussions about the book at #Libread1bk. June 4: Social Currency June 11: Triggers and Emotions June 18: Public and Practical Value June 25: Stories and Wrap Up See our Events Page for tips on how to participate Google Hangout Discussions We will host 4 Google Hangout discussions, moderated by MCLS staff. Participation in hangouts is limited to 10 people per discussion, so pre-registration is required. All times are Eastern. June 9, 3:00-4:00pm June 15, 10:00am-11:00am June 23, 2:00-4:00pm July 23, 10:00am-11:00am See our Events Page to register In-person Book Discussion and “Crafting Contagious” Workshop (2 general LEUs) For face-to-face interaction, and to dig a little deeper, join us at one of the following locations. We will discuss the book, and also complete the exercises in the “Catching Contagious Workbook. ” Credit: 2 General LEUs See our Events Page to register. · Friday, July 17, 10:30-12:00pm (ET) at the Dillsboro Branch of the Aurora Public Library District in Dillsboro, IN. · Wednesday, July 22, 10:30-12:00pm (ET) at the Central Library of the Kalamazoo Pubic Library in Kalamazoo, MI. · Friday, July 24, 10:30-12:00pm (ET) at the Clarksville Branch of the Jeffersonville Township Public Library in Clarksville, IN. · Thursday, July 30, 10:30-12:00pm (ET) at the Crawfordsville District Public Library in Crawfordsville, IN. · Tuesday, August 4, 10:30-12:00pm (CT) at the Lake County Public Library in Merrillville, IN. Take the Lynda.Com class “Viral Marketing: Crafting Shareable Content” by Jonah Berger. Free for any librarian with a subscription to Lynda.com. If you are an Indiana librarian you may access the course through the Indiana State Library's subscription (pre-approved for 1 LEU). If you are a Michigan librarian without access to Lynda.com, contact Mary Beth Wimberley wimberleym@mcls.org by June 17 to set up a free trial with access to the class. Answer weekly questions on the Libraries Read: 1 Book Facebook Page beginning in June. ***************************************************************************** Michelle Bradley Community Engagement Librarian Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) Indiana 8024 W. Nickel Plate Court Mulberry, IN 46058 Michigan 1407 Rensen St. Lansing, MI 48910 Phone: 800-530-9019 ext. 125 bradleym@mcls.org http://mcls.org/