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<p class="MsoNormal">On October 19, 2016, Library Journal, School Library Journal, and thousands of library professionals from around the world will gather for the eighth annual Digital Shift virtual conference to focus on the challenges and opportunities presented
by the digital transition’s impact on libraries and their communities.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">As technology evolves, so do the needs of communities, and more than ever, libraries are uniquely positioned to provide services to lead their communities and beyond. The “digital shift” continues to press libraries forward as it allows
and compels them to create and improve library service through the smart and coherent application of technology to mission.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">• Libraries in the Life Cycle<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Hyperlocal to Global<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Fast Learning Presentations<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Poster Sessions: Best Practices from the Field, Curated by Sponsor Partners
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<p class="MsoNormal">Explore emerging technologies, service models, innovative programming, new ways of sparking learning and engagement, and the evolving publishing ecosystem.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">The Digital Shift is a complimentary virtual conference: no traveling costs, no accommodation costs, no attendance fees. ALL CONTENT. It’s a must for anyone who has a role in their public, academic, or school library setting.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Registration is open now at<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.thedigitalshift.com/tds2016-the-service-continuum/?utm_source=tdsweb&utm_medium=web&utm_content=nav&utm_campaign=tds2016">http://www.thedigitalshift.com/tds2016-the-service-continuum/?utm_source=tdsweb&utm_medium=web&utm_content=nav&utm_campaign=tds2016</a>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Shannon White<br>
Director of Statewide Library Services<br>
Library of Michigan<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">702 W. Kalamazoo<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Lansing, MI 48909<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan"><span style="color:#0563C1">www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan</span></a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">517.373.9489<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Whites29@michigan.gov<o:p></o:p></p>
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