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- COVID-19: Updates on Library Services
The Library of Michigan building is closed to the public until further notice.
Please select the link above for updates to Library of Michigan services.
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Harness the resources of your state library with a Library of Michigan Library Card. Find registration information at www.Michigan.gov/LibraryCard.
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Discover your family’s story with the Library of Michigan. The Library of Michigan offers a wide range of digital resources for family history researchers at www.Michigan.gov/FamilyHistory.
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Nominate your favorite Michigan author for the 2021 Michigan Author Award.
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Extra! Extra! Read all about it! An anonymous tip has come in that a thief will steal an iconic Michigan landmark on Valentine's Day. We're recruiting teenage private detectives to stop the heist! Figure out who the thief is and what they're stealing to prevent the crime and enter for a chance to claim a reward!
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News, Exhibits, and Events at the Library of Michigan
- 2021 Michigan Notable Books List
The Library of Michigan is pleased to announce the 2021 Michigan Notable Books List! Check out The Detroit News article highlighting the 2021 titles: This year's very best - the Michigan Notable Books
- COVID-19: Save Your Story
The Library of Michigan is collecting personal stories about how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the people of our state. Learn more by going to: https://www.Michigan.gov/LMSaveYourStory.
- Access digital resources with your Library of Michigan Library Card
Access Library of Michigan digital resources with your Library of Michigan Library Card. Need a card? Apply online at https://www.Michigan.gov/LibraryCard.
Continuing Education Events for Library Staff
- Best Storytime Practices: The Power of Pre-writing and Writing Activities with Kids
April 20, 2021 2:00pm-3:00pm
Every storytime should include pre-writing or writing activities to support language and literacy skills in our young patrons but, it is often the hardest element to include. Storytelling and Literacy Coach, Jenifer Strauss will share a process for providing engaging writing activities in your storytime plans to enrich your programs and provide parents with ways to extend the language experience when they get home. - Collaborate with Positivity: Improv Superpowers to Improve Team Communication & Resilience
April 29, 2021 10:00am-12:00pm
Professional improviser Pam Victor shares the exclusive collaboration superpower that allows improvisers to create comedy out of thin air, so you can use these trade secrets for building stronger collaboration, communication, and resilience at work. This presentation provides easily applicable techniques for quieting the inner critic to build more confidence and adaptability. We do ask that you attend live. - Full CE Calendar
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Lansing, MI 48915
Tel: 517-335-1477
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