[Lm-access-newsletter] The April 2005 Issue of the Library of Michigan Access Newsletter is Now Available!

Tue Apr 12 09:24:37 EDT 2005

Access newsletter, April 2005

The April 2005 issue of the Library of Michigan's Access newsletter is now  available at  http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html.

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

News from Nancy: Why Do YOU Love Your Library?
Responses to the question "Why do you love your library?" from library patrons and  staff around the state.
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#1 

Renowned Author Judith Guest to Headline Library of Michigan Foundation's 'Night for  Notables' Event on Saturday, April 30
Acclaimed author Judith Guest will serve as keynote speaker for the April 30 "Night  for Notables" - an evening event to celebrate the authors and editors of the 20  titles included in this year's Michigan Notable Books list.
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#2 

Digitization for Preservation and Access Grant Program for Michigan Libraries
The Library of Michigan Grants is offering grants for projects to digitize library  materials and make the digitized images accessible via the Michigan eLibrary.
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#3 

Michigan Literary Event Funding Available
The Michigan Center for the Book has announced a new grant program for literary  events in the state, for events or projects that help promote an awareness of books,  reading, literacy, authors and Michigan's rich literary heritage. 
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#4 

Upcoming Continuing Education Opportunities from the Library of Michigan
Including Beginning Workshop 2005, TechEscape 3.0: Mobile Computing, Trustee Basic  Training, Mahoney Children's Workshops, and Workshop for New Directors and Their  Trustees.
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#5 

A Profile of Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Patrons
Based on a 2004 survey conducted in 22 Michigan counties, a profile of the typical  Library of Michigan Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (SBPH) patron. 
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#6 

2005 Summer Reading Program Workshops
By Julia Meredith, Youth Services Specialist, Library of Michigan
A report from the successful 2005 summer reading program workshops co-sponsored by  the Library of Michigan and the Michigan Library Association.
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#7 

Cool Cities Have Cool Libraries
Find out why libraries fit so well into Michigan's "Cool Cities" initiative.
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#8 

Michigan Library Association Leadership Academy
The Michigan Library Association (MLA) is pleased to announce the names of  individuals selected for the MLA Leadership Academy, class of 2005/2006.
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#9 

Update from the Michigan Library Consortium
Online training, workshops, special programs, vendor discounts, statewide projects,  cataloging, resource sharing, technology, and more!  MLC is the one-stop place to  meet the needs of Michigan libraries.
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#10 

Update from Library Friends
Ideas of successful endeavors of library friends groups, from the Friends of the  Traverse Area District Library.
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#11 

Update from Library Cooperatives: Regional Library Service Delivered Through Co-ops
Michigan's 12 library cooperatives all have their own flavor, but all carry out the  mission of providing access to information and library services to all Michigan  residents.
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#12 

Update from Library Trustees and Advocates
News from the Michigan Library Association's Trustees and Advocates Division.
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#13 

Update from Special Libraries
Just what are special librarians and what do they do?  Find out in this article.
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#14  

Update from the University of Michigan School of Information
Almost a decade after its home institution was rechartered as the School of  Information, library and information education at the University of Michigan is  going strong.
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#15 

Bulletin Boards and Library Spaces
Some legal issues to consider when providing bulletin boards and other exhibit  spaces in public libraries.
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#16 

Web-Sitings: National Library Week
Explore these resources to stay informed on the latest in library news, trends and  professional development. 
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#17 

Save on Mackinac Books! 
Mackinac State Historic Parks is offering a special price on a package of 17  publications - great for school classrooms and libraries! 
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#18 

AROUND THE STATE

First Lady Laura Bush Presents Flint Public Library with Nation's Highest Award to  Libraries for Extraordinary Service to Communities
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#ats1 

Bayliss Public Library Celebrates 100 Years at the Sault
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#ats2 

Oxford Public Library Is Eighty and Growing
http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-18835_18895_20702-115253--,00.html#ats3 

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