Hello! Please see the new webinars and educational opportunities for Boards and Friends Groups below! ALL Michigan Public Libraries have FREE access to the webinars listed below AND to the United for Libraries VIRTUAL CONFERENCE! The Library of Michigan has paid with IMLS funds for Michigan Libraries to have access to these resources - including the Virtual Conference. Please review the options and register! This program is funded in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Any questions? Let me know! Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC@michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. "the State may not, consistently with the spirit of the First Amendment, contract the spectrum of available knowledge." Griswold v. Connecticut, 381 U.S. 479, 482 (1965). Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/resources/michigan-top-10-strategic-education-plan> provides focused direction to drive educational achievement in support of all learners. [Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan] [Michigan.gov/Vote logo Description automatically generated]<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/> Get personalized voter information on early voting and other topics at Michigan.gov/Vote<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/>. From: United for Libraries <united@ala.org> Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2025 11:22 AM To: Membiela, Clare (MDE) <MembielaC@michigan.gov> Subject: Get your Board up to speed + Preview United Virtual programs! CAUTION: This is an External email. Please send suspicious emails to abuse@michigan.gov<mailto:abuse@michigan.gov> If you are having trouble viewing this mailing, please click here<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjE5Ng/index.html> for our online version. [Banner for a webinar titled "Teaching from the Manual While Flying the Plane: Helping Boards Navigate it All"]<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjE5Nw/index.html> Teaching from the Manual While Flying the Plane: Helping Boards Navigate It All Tues., June 17 │ 2:00 pm ET Many board members (Trustee, Friends, and Foundation) come to libraries with a love for libraries and their community, but few know the work--and they end up spending their first year or two learning the work on the job. Imagine having to learn this work along with the tenets and principles of librarianship, while these same principles are being challenged by new legislative agendas and executive orders. Learn ways to help your boards get up to speed and to maintain that learning edge as new executive orders impact this work and the effect it has on the staff and community. Register<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjE5Nw/index.html> FREE registration is available to Personal Members of United for Libraries and the following Statewide Partners: MD, MI, MN, ND, NE, OR, VA & SC. Not eligible for free registration? Purchase access here<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjE5OA/index.html>. [Logo: United for Libraries Learning Live]<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjE5OQ/index.html> June Learning Live - Advocacy & The New Administration *NEW DATE* Thurs., June 12 │ 2:00 pm ET In the short time since the election, it seems that everything related to government has been upended. Programs slashed, mass firing of federal employees, and lives in turmoil. It almost seems that there is nothing the average America can do to protect those people and programs dear to us...but there is. This webinar will start with a sobering assessment of what's different and what's the same in these times. Participants will learn what basic elements of advocacy they can employ to ensure their voices are heard, and what tools still work. The program will also cover basic advocacy techniques both in state/federal capitals and back home. It will conclude with some successful advocacy case studies, reminding participants that democracy still can function in times of crisis. Register<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjIwMA/index.html> Learning Live is free to United for Libraries personal members and those in MD, MI, MN, ND, NE, OR, SC & VA through partnerships with the state library agency in each location. [Logo: United for Libraries Learning Live]<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjE5OQ/index.html> July Learning Live - Fall Celebrations: Library Card Sign-Up Month, Banned Books Week, and National Friends of Libraries Week Tues., July 8 │ 2:00 pm ET Now is the time for Friends of Libraries, library Foundations, and other groups to plan for fall events - Library Card Sign-Up Month in September, Banned Books Week Oct. 5-11, and National Friends of Libraries Week Oct. 19-25 (the 20th anniversary celebration!). Learn innovative ideas for how to use these events to promote your library and group, and about new graphics and promotional items that will be available. Find out how groups across the country have celebrated these events, and new ideas for 2025. Register<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjIwMA/index.html> Learning Live is free to United for Libraries personal members and those in MD, MI, MN, ND, NE, OR, SC & VA through partnerships with the state library agency in each location. [Logo: United for Libraries Learning Live]<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjIwMQ/index.html> Register now for United for Libraries Virtual: Trustees - Friends - Foundations July 29-31 │ 11am - 4pm ET Registration is open and programs have been announced for the sixth annual United for Libraries Virtual: Trustees - Friends - Foundations<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjIwMQ/index.html>. Featured sessions include: * Meetings That Matter: Driving Results, Not Just Discussions * Overcoming the Barriers to Library Fundraising Success * Lessons from a New Board President plus many more. Visit the site<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjIwMg/index.html> to view the full schedule. Early bird savings are available through July 11. Choose from one of our flexible registration options, including: * Free statewide registration<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjIwMw/index.html> for those in MI, OR, and VA * Discounts for United personal members - Early bird rates as low as $37.25 for individual single day<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjIwNA/index.html> or $81.85 for individual full conference<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjIwNQ/index.html>, and as low as $119.75 for group viewing single day<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjIwNg/index.html>. * Additional savings<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjIwNA/index.html> for ALA members and statewide partners Participants may purchase registration for one or more days, or the full event. Penguin Random House<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjIwNw/index.html> is the lead sponsor of United for Libraries Virtual. Register<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTk4NjkyNSZwPTEmdT0xMTIwMDM2Mjc0JmxpPTExNTkxNjIwMg/index.html> Free webinar - Advocacy at Your Library: Hosting Legislator Visits Tues., June 10 │ 2pm ET Hosted by the Public Library Association - Meeting with your members of Congress doesn't have to be intimidating or happen just on Legislative Day visits in D.C. or your state capital. Inviting lawmakers to visit the library is the best way to show them the many unique ways libraries positively impact communities. As funding structures and political realities shift, visits are a powerful tool to build relationships, gain support, and publicize the library's programs and services. 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