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<h1>NASA @ My Library <span style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://drive.google.com/open?id=1-eQikKeoZ5IPCGxvF6hdI9G2bXS-8HSx">Our Planet: Earth</a>
<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> In January 2019, the <b>American Library Association (ALA) </b>
on behalf of its members adopted “sustainability” as a core value of librarianship. To be truly sustainable, a community must embody practices that are environmentally sound AND economically feasible AND socially equitable.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Our Planet: EARTH </b>focuses on citizen science and earth science opportunities during April 2020 to coincide with
<b>Citizen Science Month </b>and the <b>50th anniversary of Earth Day</b>. <i>STAR Net
</i>invites libraries and their communities to participate in this important event by utilizing all of our programming resources.
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><a href="http://www.starnetlibraries.org/our-planet-earth/">Register your Library to Qualify for the Benefits Listed Below</a>:
</u></b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• A monthly newsletter announcing new resources and opportunities
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Our website curated with the best resources (we search so you don’t have to!)
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Library representation on <i>STAR Net</i>‘s <b>Our Planet: EARTH Map
</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Automatic entry for a chance to win Scholastic Earth Science books, NASA Earth science tactile books, and more!
<b>The first 2,000 registrants will receive the popular ‘Planets to Planets’ game</b>, developed by the
<i>STAR Net </i>team (it’s like Apples to Apples) <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• An opportunity to qualify for another free game (see our event webpage for details)<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><a href="http://www.starnetlibraries.org/our-planet-earth/">www.starnetlibraries.org/our-planet-earth/</a>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Heading1Char"><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Ready to Read Michigan</span></span><br>
<a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/bulletins/27234ec">December 2019 Newsletter</a> is available online.
<i>A Parade of Elephants</i> by Kevin Henkes is the 2020 program pick and kits will be arriving at public libraries late January/early February for use as “March is Reading Month” outreach programming!<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Heading1Char"><span style="font-size:16.0pt">Michigan Library Privacy Act</span></span><br>
<b>This important update is from the <a href="http://www.milibraries.org/">Michigan Library Association’s</a> Primary Source e-newsletter on 12/19/19:</b><br>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in">Since the introduction of <a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fr20.rs6.net%2Ftn.jsp%3Ff%3D001kAWPP2pOdOrBLQyHqc8vtu5zWkaj2GnZ_Q_9hc_BzyQnecCQXSXUWlNOWoeQkMAuqo45c1voemb91e7QxXKlOutMyjiJRhlB60EemeIch02nug8DD-DwbUyZr_-mp1lVLe8GLdfpn5b_iWs7eQ9wNdJs8_tUBdn8LX3QSbPsxYajOiSSAurNAr2I5pBGid-2I-cnbKFusTvbsgvhtHPRgWC22obQpGgiVmjQzseccDbqaEcPeCcE6T6Sr5Xky0o3%26c%3DfmdUWR3l74FzAbghuZENABpJCdstXZ1Id-ZZqYa98sg8zfjsplQ4sg%3D%3D%26ch%3D48no7FDQyqgJ_wVHPH_WMVHIVwzoyBNicPb0RSjdSeP6KTRNGmgHjQ%3D%3D&data=02%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C55cedcf0029144f2a84408d784d3260b%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637123914732122001&sdata=cADua6M9dB2qc%2FKUabDWsfYK6PJwHmvqVmLYJ1jy79I%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank">
<b>SB611</b></a> by Senator Peter MacGregor on October 29, MLA has been gathering input from library directors, deans and others about support and concern on the proposed changes. MLA believes that library privacy is a core value to librarianship and any changes
to the Privacy Act should be vetted through the proper channels. This bill was introduced without MLA input. MLA has taken the past 45 days to gather your thoughts and try to find a way to find compromises to the concerns that you’ve brought to our attention
in order to get the best possible changes in front of Senator MacGregor by mid-January when it is expected to move forward in the legislative process. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in">Please Note: MLA values all voices being heard, all possible solutions being vetted, and that we hope to contribute to a final bill that libraries throughout the state feel is in their best interest and can support. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in">The MLA Legislative Committee ended their last meeting recommending a small sub-group, who represent both sides, come together face-to-face, to converse and try to build consensus by adding, strengthening and editing
language that takes into account the concerns we’ve documented. Along with MLA staff and Governmental Consultant Services, Inc. (GCSI) representative, Bob DeVries, those present included Lance Werner (Kent District Library), Larry Neal (Clinton-Macomb District
Library), Jenny Marr (Ferndale Public Library), Julia Eisenstein (University of Detroit Mercy), Randy Riley (Library of Michigan), Clare Membiela (Library of Michigan), Josie Parker (Ann Arbor District Library), and Anne Seurynck (Foster, Swift, Collins and
Smith, PC).<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in">Issues/concerns with the bill that the sub-committee discussed at length included:<o:p></o:p></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]>The May/Shall Not – in the updated language the burden would fall on the library director to decide or not decide to hand over library records<o:p></o:p></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]>Reading and circulation history of patrons<o:p></o:p></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]>Surveillance videos – are they a patron record<o:p></o:p></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]>No reference to Third Party Vendors being held to the same standard on privacy rights<o:p></o:p></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]>Removal of personal liability of library personnel who make the decision<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in">We are working with Anne Seurynck on recommended changes to the bill language. MLA will use our newly defined legislative guidelines for recommendations to move it forward through the MLA Advocacy & Legislative
Committee and MLA Board for a decision that we will share with the membership as soon as we have something concrete. We will then take the updates to Senator MacGregor and reiterate the importance of all libraries having a voice in something that affects them
all on a daily basis.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in">If you would like to have a conversation, please do not hesitate to contact Executive Director, Deborah E. Mikula at
<a href="mailto:dmikula@milibraries.org" target="_blank"><b>dmikula@milibraries.org</b></a> or by phone at (517)394-2774 ext. 224.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<h1>MeL Niche Academy <o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal">Links to MeL's eResources Learning Academy are in two places on MeL.org.
<o:p></o:p></p>
<ol style="margin-top:0in" start="1" type="1">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1">In the
<a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmel.org%2Faz.php&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ca1f34179c8dd4bab20bc08d74d8909c4%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637063123274623749&sdata=I38zXPXiVX6WnBS4ndwB8VfaNpQp6%2BpORSY%2FjfCH9Cg%3D&reserved=0">
eResources</a> section, you'll notice certain records now include links to videos.
<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1">In the
<a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmel.org%2Fstaff&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ca1f34179c8dd4bab20bc08d74d8909c4%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637063123274633745&sdata=kQulSMteAfrFpoMhqiv2sKz%2BJ8VH%2Bm0WTJ2USMsZf1Y%3D&reserved=0">
Library Staff</a> section, at the top of the page, you'll find the full list of available videos. Scroll through the list and select the one you want. The video will appear inside the Niche Academy window on
<a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmel.org%2Fwelcome&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ca1f34179c8dd4bab20bc08d74d8909c4%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637063123274633745&sdata=YJhxFT%2FgGR4kVuu9DOHf0ZZKkiEnSmg4uBEe478RHrQ%3D&reserved=0">
MeL.org</a>. If you'd like to see the video in full screen mode, click on the arrow in the upper right corner of the box.
<o:p></o:p></li></ol>
<p class="MsoNormal">Currently, MeL’s <b>eResources Learning Academy</b> includes 6 videos on how to use specific EBSCO databases. The MeL eBook video will show you how to navigate the ins and outs of reading and downloading eBooks. You'll also find videos
from AtoZDatabases.com, World Book and Gale. To support other areas of learning, MeL created a couple of videos to help navigate MeL.org. Also, there are 5 "How To Do Research" videos.
<o:p></o:p></p>
<h1>Money Smart Week<o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Heading4Char"><b><span style="font-style:normal">Free Books – still available! Sign up today.</span></b></span><br>
<b><a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSeDTcQI0e5AzIe16B_pcL5os4v_SyNZwWWUgQfgJgl9QWCBDQ%2Fviewform&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ceb33682a4427456eae1108d77fdb3e6d%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637118451932981632&sdata=3fZq4C8r9jVrTXK8EGGy0IVOosKeLo%2Bst1DcJNMt2hU%3D&reserved=0">Money
Smart Week 2020<span style="font-weight:normal"> (MSW)</span></a></b> will kick off
<b>National Financial Literacy Month</b>. Michigan’s <b>MSW</b> Campaign is once again offering
<i>Money Smart Kids Read</i> for interested public libraries to incorporate into story times,
<b>March 28-April 18, 2020</b>. <br>
2020 title: <u>Save It! A Moneybunny Book </u>by Cinders McLeod.<br>
<b><u>What to do?</u></b><b><u><o:p></o:p></u></b></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2">Plan your money-themed story time(s) NOW, to take place between
<b>March 28-April 18, 2020</b> – NOTICE THE 3-WEEK WINDOW TO HOST MONEY SMART WEEK PROGRAMS!<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2">Register as a Money Smart Week
<b>host partner</b>, <b>TODAY</b>; go to <b><a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.MoneySmartWeek.org&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ceb33682a4427456eae1108d77fdb3e6d%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637118451932991633&sdata=iCIjYr71ubm%2BpEdjP8tGp518lKptvN5X2pe4zySTRiI%3D&reserved=0">www.MoneySmartWeek.org</a></b>
and click “GETINVOLVED”. You’ll receive notices about <b>FREE resources</b>, like BOOKMARKS, POSTERS, and more.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2Fj7j3zDMW8DvDu9uR7&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ceb33682a4427456eae1108d77fdb3e6d%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637118451932991633&sdata=f9NxkPuuebNPVocodXyiff%2B%2FXh%2BXSu50F8taQR6mVX4%3D&reserved=0">Complete
the questionnaire for FREE BOOKS</a> and, via RIDES/TLN, we’ll send you enough books for each attending family to keep a copy!
<o:p></o:p></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level2 lfo2">Many libraries also plan money-themed programs for TEENS and ADULTS during Money Smart Week.<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><b>As soon as you have your story time event planned, before January 30<sup>th</sup>, enter your event(s) in the MoneySmartWeek.org online event calendar. Even if it’s a private event, you MUST enter it
in the system.<o:p></o:p></b></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><b>After your event takes place, it is imperative that you enter your attendance number!<o:p></o:p></b></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2">Stay in touch with the Michigan Money Smart Week Campaign! Go to – and
<b>LIKE</b> – our Facebook page: <b><a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FMoneySmartWeekMichigan&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ceb33682a4427456eae1108d77fdb3e6d%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637118451933001617&sdata=msP84dfWVvKO4zOl44aG6vDHskFXBI4gk98A%2B1R6YQ4%3D&reserved=0">www.facebook.com/MoneySmartWeekMichigan</a></b>.
<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">Special THANKS to our generous 7-year-running
<i>Money Smart Kids Read</i> underwriting partner, Michigan Credit Unions. Thanks also to the Library of Michigan, Michigan Library Association, and The Library Network & RIDES for their support! Questions may be directed to Michigan Money Smart Week Chair,
Kelly Masters; <a href="mailto:MoneySmartMichigan@gmail.com">MoneySmartMichigan@gmail.com</a>.
<o:p></o:p></p>
<h1>Grant Opportunity <b><o:p></o:p></b></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flibraryofmichigan%2F0%2C9327%2C7-381-88855_89741---%2C00.html&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ceb33682a4427456eae1108d77fdb3e6d%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637118451933011612&sdata=ZY%2Fx2DmnpPgYYcT1ehKlVhJJeBhGiWWE5Q2kHcGQuXM%3D&reserved=0">Michigan
Center for the Book</a> (MCFB) is offering a limited number of literacy grants for matching funds up to $500, double last year’s maximum. Applications are due by March 1, 2020, for programs taking place in any part of 2020. Use the link below to apply online
[preferred] or submit hardcopy applications to Michigan Center for the Book c/o Tim Gleisner, Library of Michigan, P.O. 30007, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48909. Questions may be emailed to Mr. Gleisner at
<a href="mailto:gleisnert@michigan.gov">gleisnert@michigan.gov</a> <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.surveygizmo.com%2Fs3%2F4740625%2FMichigan-Center-for-the-Book-2019-minigrant-appl&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ceb33682a4427456eae1108d77fdb3e6d%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637118451933011612&sdata=CGTCrgRWUl%2B0j5Ayo1ewXo2ShLBTwumva81XEF9OpOw%3D&reserved=0">https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/4740625/Michigan-Center-for-the-Book-2019-minigrant-appl</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Did you know that MCFB affiliates get points toward grant application consideration? Find more information on MCFB by visiting
<a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2FMCFB&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ceb33682a4427456eae1108d77fdb3e6d%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637118451933021613&sdata=noXu9ePzZVpChgqSYtRqThJ5D2yOmq8vcvywknIVCv0%3D&reserved=0">
www.michigan.gov/MCFB</a>. <o:p></o:p></p>
<h1>LM Youth Services Webinars – Still time to sign-up<o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2FeventRegistration.jsp%3Fevent%3D264%26&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ceb33682a4427456eae1108d77fdb3e6d%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637118451933051591&sdata=DoGk6t9z63GuMiigYU6HOkGMzMZFoGGaYb7eTmTrwvc%3D&reserved=0">Imagine
Your Story: Ideas & Tips from the Library of Michigan’s Youth Services Advisory Council</a>
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Tuesday, January 7, 2020<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">2:00 PM ET<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Programming ideas and tips for the Collaborative Summer Library Program’s 2020 summer reading program, “Imagine Your Story,” will be shared from your peers in the field.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>This webinar is recorded for participants that cannot attend live and is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.</i><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2FeventRegistration.jsp%3Fevent%3D268%26&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ceb33682a4427456eae1108d77fdb3e6d%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637118451933051591&sdata=B6Pnv2Y0%2BO%2Fyhh%2FVsYXobLSL4BF7%2FXw9HRhn%2B%2BbWVx8%3D&reserved=0">Starting
a School Outreach Program from Scratch: What Worked, What Didn’t, and Everything In Between</a>
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">A webinar with Clinton-Macomb Public Library’s Amy Young and Brittany Wesner<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Wednesday, January 15, 2020<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">2:00 PM ET<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">We will discuss how Clinton-Macomb Public Library went from little school outreach to developing a streamlined plan that allows us to see over 20,000 students a year. Specifically, we will focus on how developing curriculum-based, grade
specific programs helped us to appeal to teachers and administrators while still attracting students to participate. These strategies can be adapted to serve communities of any size. Additionally, we will talk about the differences between curriculum-based
school outreach and relationship-based school outreach as well as how to meet the need of schools from varying socioeconomic backgrounds.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>This webinar is recorded for participants that cannot attend live.
</i><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2FeventRegistration.jsp%3Fevent%3D267%26&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ceb33682a4427456eae1108d77fdb3e6d%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637118451933061586&sdata=QTpSpK6XV5zOk8jEuZecEuA043QrPuwYVphHkD7Y5Ak%3D&reserved=0">Stepping
Gently Outside of Your Comfort Zone! With Jenifer Strauss</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Tuesday, January 21, 2020<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">2:00 PM ET<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">So…you have been doing Storytime for years! You have a reliable plan and you have developed your own special storytime groove! That is wonderful! But…maybe it’s time shake it up and try something new!<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">In this interactive webinar, Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss will encourage you to step gently out of your comfort zone and create storytime programs with a new twist and some unique razz-a-ma-taz! Jen will be presenting
innovative, “Out of the Box” ideas for storytime planning and model NEW use-right-away songs, stories and activities.
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">In this webinar you will:<o:p></o:p></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3">Learn how to insert cool yoga moves into your next storytime<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3">Add more movement using oddly interactive props and games<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3">Learn to use large group writing projects as a story time finale<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3">Sandwich each storytime with memorable beginnings and endings beyond songs<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3">Collaborate with community partners to offer a Pop-up Storytimes in new and different places!<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>This webinar is recorded for participants that cannot attend live and is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.</i><i><o:p></o:p></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2FeventRegistration.jsp%3Fevent%3D266%26&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ceb33682a4427456eae1108d77fdb3e6d%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637118451933061586&sdata=TXNDQmuqqnU8m2dZCJGvWfBI%2BDCNYaLHZrgYk1XPg6A%3D&reserved=0">Parade
of Elephants: Ready to Read Michigan 2020 with Jenifer Strauss</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Thursday, February 20, 2020<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">2:00 PM ET<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">In 2020, the Library of Michigan’s <i>Ready to Read Michigan</i> program will feature the book<i>, Parade of Elephants by Kevin Henkes.
</i>In this informative and interactive webinar, Storyteller and Narrative Consultant, Jenifer Strauss will feature
<i>Parade of Elephants</i> and then share a plethora of ideas to build a storytime for your youngest patrons using this sweet, action-filled story. In this webinar you will:<o:p></o:p></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4">Be introduced to the book<i>: Parade of Elephants by Kevin Henkes</i> with several examples for how to share it with your youngest patrons and caregivers.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4">Include the Five Practices with Elephant songs, dances and activities!<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4">Sing and tell other interactive songs and stories that partner well with the featured book.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4">Learn “Act it Out and Play Options” for the theme that include patterns, counting, colors and opposites.<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>This webinar is recorded for participants that cannot attend live and is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.</i><i><o:p></o:p></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.z2systems.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2FeventRegistration.jsp%3Fevent%3D265%26&data=02%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7Ceb33682a4427456eae1108d77fdb3e6d%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637118451933071576&sdata=5DC30riLGbKGZqynjGz0Hb%2FUK2ARCW3vsYI%2Fl%2B3dON0%3D&reserved=0">Beyond
Storytime: The Care and Feeding of Teens at Your Library with Jenifer Strauss</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Tuesday, March 24, 2020<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">2:00 PM ET<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">“If you feed them, they might come”, but food alone will not keep teens coming back to your library for more! A sense of place, belonging and strong programming will.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Don your hard hats and take a journey inside the teenage brain with former sixth grade teacher, Institute on Media and the Family speaker and Storyteller, Jenifer Strauss. Find out “why they act that way” and what it takes to really connect
with tweens and teens at your library.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">In this webinar you will: <o:p></o:p></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4">Understand the workings of the teenage brain<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4">Learn new programming ideas that will entice teens<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4">Find out how to create a Teen Advocacy Group & attract teen volunteers<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4">Discover ways to funnel teen creativity into programs that focus on contribution<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4">Learn how to collaborate with community partners that offer what teens need<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>This webinar is recorded for participants that cannot attend live and is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.</i><i><o:p></o:p></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Have a very Happy Holiday Season!<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:5.0pt"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Century Gothic",sans-serif;color:#2E74B5">Cathy Lancaster</span></b><span style="color:#2E74B5"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:115%"><span style="color:black">Youth Services Coordinator</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt;line-height:115%"><span style="color:black">Library of Michigan<br>
702 W. Kalamazoo St.<br>
Lansing, MI 48915</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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