National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Big Read 2021-22 Are you looking for support to bring your community together, share the joy of a good book, and find inspiration in new stories and ideas? Arts Midwest is still accepting applications for the 2021-2022 National Endowment for the Arts Big Read<https://artsmidwest.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b6f65b4276da9302533746fca&id=1b0eecd47e&e=f2ce39e984> program. Organizations can access up to $20,000 in support for community-wide reading programs, whether those are those are held in-person, virtual, socially-distanced, or a combination. Applications are due January 27. First Time Applicant? Arts Midwest is here to help you with your application. Email us<mailto:neabigread@artsmidwest.org?subject=15%20Minute%20Consultation%20> to set up a 15-minute consultation on your application. Resource: Sharing Stories Webinar This webinar about the NEA Big Read features stories from two former grantees as well as a presentation on this year's book selection. Watch the full recording here<https://artsmidwest.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b6f65b4276da9302533746fca&id=0d7e73b12b&e=f2ce39e984>, and take in some key takeaways from past grantees over on the Arts Midwest blog<https://artsmidwest.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b6f65b4276da9302533746fca&id=a8eeee2a0c&e=f2ce39e984>. learn more <https://artsmidwest.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b6f65b4276da9302533746fca&id=6f5aa6bff1&e=f2ce39e984> [Web Icon resized] Deborah E. Mikula Executive Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI. 48911 Office: 517-394-2774, ext. 224 Cell: 517-404-3533 dmikula@milibraries.org<mailto:dmikula@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<http://www.milibraries.org>