A hallmark of libraries are our special collections, such as local history materials. Special collections materials are frequently unique and available only in your library. So how can you improve access and protect historically valuable items at the same time? LM is highlighting topical Library Science titles from our collection in occasional emails. Here are selected titles on preservation and digitization purchased recently. You can search MeLCat for LM titles and you can also check our New Library Science Collection titles at https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/libraries/libsci<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Flibraries%2Flibsci&data=05%7C01%7CReishK%40michigan.gov%7Cfac404271eaa484477b508dadd452963%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C638065586356348120%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=YBmfhLPQYzGk0Zr8B28F7Hx8ErYFRRdVKBDZMaoJjDA%3D&reserved=0>. Click on the ANSWER catalog link and use "Library Science Collection" as one of the search terms in the Advanced Search - Notes field and you will pull only the library science collection titles. REMINDER: Titles are available through interlibrary loan only right now, as our MeLCat delivery is temporarily offline while we prepare to move to a new catalog. You can find the information on interlibrary loan borrowing from the Library of Michigan here - https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/about/libuseguidelines/guideforlibraries/interlibrary-loan-guidelines<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fabout%2Flibuseguidelines%2Fguideforlibraries%2Finterlibrary-loan-guidelines&data=05%7C01%7CReishK%40michigan.gov%7Cfac404271eaa484477b508dadd452963%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C638065586356504314%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Te%2FUOi%2Ft8Ks6e4Y5m4HpasUG8Nxga12On2Q5fzJgOTc%3D&reserved=0>. The page references state employees, but libraries may also borrow from the collection through interlibrary loan. Please feel free to contact me if you have any issues getting a title. Digitization and Preservation titles: * Digital library programs for libraries and archives : developing, managing, and sustaining unique digital collections / Aaron D. Purcell / Neal-Schuman, 2016. * The complete guide to personal digital archiving / edited by Brianna H. Marshall / ALA Editions, 2018. * Digital archives : management, use and access / edited by Milena Dobreva / Facet Publishing, 2018. * Cultural heritage information : access and management / edited by Ian Ruthven and G.G. Chowdhury / Neal-Schuman, 2015. * Getting started with digital collections : scaling to fit your organization / Jane D. Monson / ALA Editions, 2017. * Digitizing your collection : public library success stories / Susanne Caro / ALA Editions, 2016. * The preservation management handbook : a 21st-century guide for libraries, archives, and museums / Ross Harvey, Martha R. Mahard / Rowman & Littlefield, 2020. * Creating family archives : a step-by-step guide to saving your memories for future generations / Margot Note / Society of American Archivists, 2019. * Planning and implementing a sustainable digital preservation program / Erin Baucom / ALA TechSource, 2019. * Participatory heritage / edited by Henriette Roued-Cunliffe and Andrea Copeland / Facet Publishing, 2017. The Library Science Collection at LM is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Have a title you'd like us to purchase? Let me know! Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021, www.michigan.gov/lsta<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flsta&data=05%7C01%7CReishK%40michigan.gov%7Cfac404271eaa484477b508dadd452963%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C638065586356504314%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=CQQV8dhN3uJqv5eYztd36QKHH%2BM9rll3%2BObvO1jRNDE%3D&reserved=0> May is Teacher Appreciation Month - recognizing outstanding educators. Learn more<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fmde%2F0%2C4615%2C7-140-5683_13651-495736--%2C00.html&data=05%7C01%7CReishK%40michigan.gov%7Cfac404271eaa484477b508dadd452963%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C638065586356504314%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gm4HoQjNYkXBjVFbMFnoy1zoQsqSnOEfZTMg8V%2BQKdM%3D&reserved=0>! [cid:image002.jpg@01D86607.AA4C7010]