New content added to WebJunction · The Social Library<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/the-social-library-volume-one.html> collects great ideas that libraries have shared about their events and services through Facebook. This week, we feature five public libraries with events that include a new Veterans Resource Center and a “Do It Together” series. · Health Happens in Libraries has a new guide available for library staff on Understanding Ethics and Privacy in Health Information and Services<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/HHIL-privacy-and-ethics-pathway.html>. March Webinars The Pursuit of Happiness…Through Libraries Thursday, March 19, 2015 ♦ 2 pm Eastern / 11 am Pacific ♦ 60 min Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/pursuit-of-happiness.html "The public library is a center of public happiness first…" John Cotton Dana, 1896. Research points to how we can increase happiness and a sense of well-being in ourselves and others. Using interactive activities, participants will discover methods to improve joy, shift workplace culture, and offer programs for the public on happiness. You will walk away with a smile and a plan. An encore presentation of the highest rated session from this year’s conference, this webinar is hosted in collaboration with the Association for Rural and Small Libraries<http://arsl.info/>. Presented by: Sharon Morris, Colorado State Library. BEFORE THE WEBINAR: Please watch the 12 minute TED video, The Happy Secret to Better Work<http://www.ted.com/talks/shawn_achor_the_happy_secret_to_better_work.html>, which will be discussed as part of the webinar. Can’t attend the live session? Don’t worry. All webinars are archived and included in the WebJunction course catalog<http://learn.webjunction.org/> so you can watch when your schedule permits and receive a certificate of attendance. "How Do I Apply to College?" Helping Patrons Meet Their Higher Education Goals Thursday, March 26, 2015 ♦ 1 pm Eastern / 10 am Pacific ♦ 60 min Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/how-do-i-apply-to-college.html As information and education centers, libraries are an ideal place for patrons—teens and adults—to learn about higher education opportunities. What can you offer in response to patrons who are curious about college? If you or your staff feel flummoxed by college-related reference questions, this session will acquaint you with the different types of college-bound students, college-related resources to promote at your library, and ways to work with community partners on programs for each audience. Provide help for the many patrons who do not have access to pricey college prep programs and services. Learn how to initiate or enhance your reference services to help more people meet their higher education goals. Presented by: Africa Hands, MA, MLIS, Academic Coordinator, University of Louisville Can’t attend the live session? Don’t worry. All webinars are archived and included in the WebJunction course catalog<http://learn.webjunction.org/> so you can watch when your schedule permits and receive a certificate of attendance. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shannon D. White Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-9489; Fax: 517-373-5700 Toll free: 877-479-0021 whites29@michigan.gov<mailto:whites29@michigan.gov> http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan