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MiNDS - Michigan New Director Support

MiNDS - Michigan New Director Support

2023-06-06T18:00:00Z 2023-06-06T19:00:00Z MiNDS - Michigan New Director Support The Library of Michigan supports new directors leading Michigan public libraries by hosting an informal monthly, virtual meeting to learn, share, and build community. These opportunities are intended for new directors, with less than 2 years in their role, to have a common space to share with peers new to the director experience. LM staff will host the online sessions, facilitate discussions, provide short topical presentations, and provide support and assistance with questions brought to the group. , Michigan
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Start: June 06, 2023 2:00 PM

End: June 06, 2023 3:00 PM

The Library of Michigan supports new directors leading Michigan public libraries by hosting an informal monthly, virtual meeting to learn, share, and build community. These opportunities are intended for new directors, with less than 2 years in their role, to have a common space to share with peers new to the director experience. LM staff will host the online sessions, facilitate discussions, provide short topical presentations, and provide support and assistance with questions brought to the group. More Information
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