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REWIND: A Look Back at Previous Michigan Notable Books & Authors 2008: Patty Pinner and her Pies de Resistance
Pie, a wonderful part of Michigan Summers. Notable Book author Patty Pinner’s recipes for happy memories.
Registration is open for the Library of Michigan's New & Advanced Director Workshops All new (or new to Michigan) public library directors must attend the New Director Workshop within 12 months of appointment. If your new library is a Class 4 or higher, attendance at the Advanced Director workshop is required within 24 months of appointment. For more information on the certification process, visit: www.michigan.gov/librarycertification.
Rural Libraries Conference logo design contest Are you a member of the Michigan library community that loves to create? If so, consider designing a logo to submit for the 2018 Loleta Fyan Small and Rural Libraries Conference Logo contest. The winning member of the Michigan library community will receive a complimentary registration to the conference and have their design included in the printed program. There is no limit as to how many logos you can submit.
Gov. Rick Snyder makes appointment to the Library of Michigan Board of Trustees LANSING, Mich. – Gov. Rick Snyder today announced the appointment of Trisha Deming-Burns of Linwood to the Library of Michigan Board of Trustees. “I thank Trisha for her commitment and I am confident her experience will make her a great asset to this board,” Snyder said.
State Employee Resources Journal articles, legislative histories, statistics, literature searches: when you need research assistance, think Library of Michigan. Our team of reference librarians is at your service to provide you the information you need to complete your work. We have a long history of conducting timely, objective, and confidential research.
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Upcoming Events at LM
- Outdoor screening of the Detroit Free Press's 12th and Clairmount
Date: August 24th 8-10 pm. Outdoor film screening
Join us for an outdoor screening of the Detroit Free Press' film 12th and Clairmount, which looks back at the Detroit 1967 rebellion through the lens of home movie footage donated by metro Detroiters. Doors open at 7 p.m. Popcorn, soft drinks and ice cream will be available for purchase.
- Tracking the Hopper: Biographical Research at the Library of Michigan with Edwina Murphy
Date: September 9, 1:00 - 2:30 PM. Lake Huron Room, 2nd floor.
Using paper and digital sources the class will walk participants through trusted resources and public records available at the Library of Michigan. This class is intended for middle school, high school and adult students interested in exploring the history of common people in the state of Michigan.
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Continuing Education: Learning Opportunities for You
Quick Facts You Can Use
- Michigan Public Library Usage: Fast Facts
This infographic shows Fast Facts about Michigan's Public Library Use.To see the data used to create this infographic go to www.michigan.gov/librarystatistics.
- Michigan Public Library Usage: Fast Facts
Research
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If You Seek a Cool Resource...come to the Library!
- Hidden Gems - In the Michigan Collection! UP Bound!
If you are looking for a trip down memory lane, look no further than the Lure Book of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. These volumes are older guidebooks to the Upper Peninsula. Each county is covered with descriptions on what to do and what to see. The black and white photos provide the reader with a snapshot in time of some of the great vacation places Michigan has to offer.
On the Other Hand: Resources for State Employees
- Professional Development Lending Library
The Professional Development Lending Library (PDL) exists to promote career-development for all State of Michigan employees, and to support training provided by the Michigan Civil Service Commission.The PDL consists of printed books, audio books, e-audio books, and videos on a variety of topics including: building trust; coaching; communication; customer service; decision making; developing a successful team; facilitating change; innovation; and managing conflict.
Borrowing materials from the PDL is easy at www.michigan.gov/pdl!
- After you identify yourself with your library card number, tell where you want the materials delivered.
- That’s it! Your materials will come through I.D. mail.
State employees are also welcome to come to the Library of Michigan to check their materials out in person!
- Hidden Gems - In the Michigan Collection! UP Bound!
State Librarian's Excellence Award
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State Librarian's Excellence Award
- State Librarian's Excellence Award 2017 Nomination Form DEADLINE EXTENDED
The Library of Michigan Foundation’s State Librarian’s Excellence Award will be awarded to a library (any type) that exemplifies excellence in customer service. One (1) library in the state of Michigan will receive this prestigious award each year. The recipient library will receive a $2,000 cash prize and a trophy for display in its public area. Two (2) Library of Michigan Foundation Citations of Excellence will be presented and the recipient libraries will each receive $1,000 and a small trophy for display.
The nomination packets should be postmarked on or before August 25, 2017 and sent to
Library of Michigan Foundation
702 West Kalamazoo Street
P.O. Box 11027
Lansing, MI 48901Selection panel representatives include the State Librarian, the director of the SLEA–winning library from the previous year, and representatives from the Library of Michigan, an academic library, a public library, a school library, and a special library.
The winners will be honored at the State Librarian’s luncheon on Friday, October 20, 2017, during the 2017 Michigan Library Association Annual Conference in Lansing.
Contact Person:
Mary Cooperwasser, Executive Director, Library of Michigan Foundation
Phone: 517-373-1297
Email: cooperwasserm@michigan.gov
- State Librarian's Excellence Award 2017 Nomination Form DEADLINE EXTENDED
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