ABOS Awards are NOW OPEN!!!<https://abos-outreach.com/awards/> The ABOS Board of Directors is excited to announce that the 2021 ABOS Awards Program is NOW OPEN. The 2021 ABOS Awards include: Bernard Vavrek Scholarship It will be awarded annually to a student who is currently enrolled and has completed at least one semester in a Library and/or Information Science graduate degree program, and who is interested in this particular field within the library profession. Book Bike Community Impact Award Presented annually to a library, department, or an individual who has provided exemplary library book bike service to their community. Innovation in Outreach Programming Award This award recognizes a library's achievement in planning and implementing an innovative or creative outreach program, which has had a measurable impact on its community. Programs should be unique and cutting-edge. John Philip Excellence in Outreach Award The John Philip Excellence in Outreach Award is given to an individual in recognition of their outstanding contributions and prominent leadership to the Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services. Karen Hake Outstanding Bookmobile Librarian Award Presented annually to a bookmobile manager, supervisor, or MLIS librarian in recognition of their continuous dedication and commitment to the bookmobile profession. Pattie Johnston Outreach Award Presented annually to a bookmobile or outreach support staff member who has provided exemplary service to their community through bookmobile and outreach services. Preschool Outreach and School Services Inspirations Award Presented annually to a library, department, or an individual who has provided exemplary library outreach services to children and students in their community, from age infant to college. Rising Stars Award Highlights the achievements of those new to the profession. Rising Stars are those people who display a passion for the bookmobile and outreach profession, both at work and via volunteer or association activities. Senior Services Super Star Award Presented annually to a library, department, or an individual who has provided exemplary library outreach services to seniors in their community, including homebound seniors and seniors residing in facilities. For more information about the 2021 ABOS Awards Program, please visit: abos-outreach.com/awards<https://abos-outreach.com/awards/> Awards open April 1 and close July 16, 2021. Questions about the 2021 ABOS Awards Program can be directed to David Kelsey, 2021 ABOS President and 2021 ABOS Awards Committee Chair, at awards@abos-outreach.com<mailto:awards@abos-outreach.com>. David Kelsey 2021 ABOS President Cathy Lancaster Youth Services Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915 My Pronouns: She/Her - See www.mypronouns.org<http://www.mypronouns.org/> to learn more. LancasterC5@michigan.gov<mailto:LancasterC5@michigan.gov> | 517-335-8129 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/libraryofmich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> [cid:image001.jpg@01D752DC.CCF94550] Check with your local public library for details on their summer library program!