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<h1>YALSA<o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">TeenTober</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> is around the corner! TeenTober is a nationwide celebration hosted by libraries every October. It aims to celebrate teens, promote year-round teen services,
and the innovative ways teens services help teens learn new skills and fuel their passions in and outside the library. Access the poster, bookmarks, the Toolkit and more:
<a href="https://www.ala.org/yalsa/teentober">https://www.ala.org/yalsa/teentober</a>.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">YALSA’s Selected Book List Suggestion Forms<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Have you read a good book recently? Submit it to be considered a nominee for our 2022 selected lists via the following forms:
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Audiobooks for Young Adults</a><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Db9b7f12a0545b1a14ef19a691%26id%3D828042e435%26e%3D55dff2545f&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7C34ee3ad02d534a1def7308d97e046514%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637679380353647299%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=cDBCmWdjB6x3%2FAN%2BihjMTRmDUW3iA4Gcy%2BtQJfmQVUE%3D&reserved=0">Best
Fiction for Young Adults</a><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Db9b7f12a0545b1a14ef19a691%26id%3Dc407099d4b%26e%3D55dff2545f&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7C34ee3ad02d534a1def7308d97e046514%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637679380353657257%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=0Fqtq1DmzjbeUHw4r6c6PQYig4DrvYKFlxefD7Kq8yE%3D&reserved=0">Great
Graphic Novels for Teens</a><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala.us1.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Db9b7f12a0545b1a14ef19a691%26id%3D83179a7c88%26e%3D55dff2545f&data=04%7C01%7CLancasterC5%40michigan.gov%7C34ee3ad02d534a1def7308d97e046514%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637679380353657257%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=%2B1f5%2FyOglem8I7wcc%2BP9jUTNIjDLynPuWXwtKbAO%2BFQ%3D&reserved=0">Quick
Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers</a><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Books submitted must be published between September 1, 2020 and December 31, 2021.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<h1>Resources<o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><a href="https://www.nea.org/professional-excellence/student-engagement/read-across-america/2021-2022-calendar">Read Across America 2021-2022 Calendar</a></span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><br>
The calendar features 36 titles (12 picture books, 12 middle grade titles, and 12 young adults)—that explore a topic related to diversity and inclusion. Every recommended title featured includes activity suggestions, questions for discussion or reflective writing,
related sources and more titles to try that relate to themes in the featured book. Check out the
<a href="https://www.nea.org/professional-excellence/student-engagement/read-across-america/2021-2022-calendar">
calendar</a> to see what's in store!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://www.nicheacademy.com/virtual-programming-during-covid?utm_campaign=Webinars&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_Vcb0mqG6QlEuaYdr_L_zhb5iSpP3dwXmCzxVNBFARUJAxjoJSAW4Jdq2V33tY4kz7cBD6qVTkOf2WqsySDMqwlnXonQ&_hsmi=161989348&utm_content=148869661&utm_source=hs_email&hsCtaTracking=1b530645-15e3-43dd-91a7-3dc786952f70%7Cf9f6b229-d2d4-4058-aa0b-67e8c620bb7c">Virtual
Programming during COVID: What We Wished We Had Known in Advance & What We Learned During the Process</a><o:p></o:p></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Wed October 6 at 2:00 pm US EDT, 2:00 pm EDT/11:00 am US PDT<o:p></o:p></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">This webinar will provide an overview of how a group of academic and public librarians in Laramie, Wyoming provided a series of programming about African American poetry and music. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Presenters will talk about how they pivoted from a programming series initially intended to be in-person to a fully virtual set of programs during the COVID pandemic. They will share practical tips for what to keep in mind when planning
accessible virtual programs, how academic and public libraries can collaborate to create dynamic programming that appeals to all ages, and how you can produce a video event. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Finally, they will discuss the good and the bad and note areas where practices can be improved to help you avoid pitfalls in advance when planning remote programs!<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">If you're interested but not able to attend the live webinar, go ahead and register. We'll send a recording to all registrants after the fact.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Post-Pandemic Tips to Support SPED Students in (and Out) of the Classroom<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>edWeb Recording</b>: <a href="https://home.edweb.net/webinar/specialed20210901/">
https://home.edweb.net/webinar/specialed20210901/</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">As schools open for in-person learning after over a year of hybrid or completely remote instruction, educators will be faced with students returning with varying degrees of readiness. Some students thrived, while others will need more specialized
instruction and supports to help them access grade-level content.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Students in special education, who were disproportionately impacted due to the loss of special services and accommodations, are of extra concern. Despite the challenges, educators found innovative ways to incorporate technology to engage
students. Watch this edWebinar to learn from two seasoned educators who will share the challenges, lessons learned, and tips for student success in the new school year. Viewers will learn:<o:p></o:p></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">Instructional methods and supports to help students with special needs access general education curricula<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">Strategies to re-engage students and parents to support their academic progress<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">Strategies to increase student independence with technology<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">Effective technology tools to integrate into the classroom<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Lights On Afterschool<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The Afterschool Alliance's <i>Lights On Afterschool</i> is the only nationwide event celebrating afterschool programs and their important role in the lives of children, families and communities. Join Afterschool Alliance in celebrating
the 22nd annual Lights On Afterschool and show how quality afterschool programs can help students learn new activities like science, community service, robotics, Tae Kwon Do, poetry, and more. Visit their site for more details:
<a href="http://www.afterschoolalliance.org/loa.cfm">http://www.afterschoolalliance.org/loa.cfm</a>.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Heading1Char"><span style="font-size:16.0pt">In the News…</span></span><br>
<a href="https://www.slj.com/?detailStory=to-be-a-force-of-change-be-open-to-it-edi-campbell-on-personal-and-professional-development">To Be a Force of Change, Be Open to It. Edi Campbell on Personal and Professional Development</a> – SLJ, 9.23.21<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.teenlibrariantoolbox.com/2021/09/things-i-never-learned-in-library-school-problems-with-the-supply-chain-and-what-it-means-for-libraries/">Things I Never Learned in Library School: Problems with the Supply Chain and
What it Means for Libraries</a> – Teen Librarian Toolbox, 9.13.21<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.mlive.com/public-interest/2021/09/most-covid-19-cases-per-capita-in-michigan-are-among-people-under-30.html">Most COVID-19 cases per-capita in Michigan are among people under 30</a> – Mlive, 9.23.21<o:p></o:p></p>
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<h1>Ready to Read Michigan Presents:<o:p></o:p></h1>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Heading2Char"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D2033%26&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C2d12b3fc322d42784bdd08d979dedbbd%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637674821408384306%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=uQQHCi8C7DLzBIiwZwtZGn3cJJR2qzz29Ap6g%2BL6Jb0%3D&reserved=0"><span style="color:#2F5496;text-decoration:none">A
Joyous Way to Learn! With Jim Gill</span></a></span></span><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><br>
Thursday, October 7, 2021<br>
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:.5in"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Music Play to promote readiness, literacy, math development, and inclusion. This lively session incorporates
<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jimgill.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C2d12b3fc322d42784bdd08d979dedbbd%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637674821408394262%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=iRtcz5Iymn2JmDwop3fBmWtxQhZXAl3xaGn7rlDjmZY%3D&reserved=0">
Jim Gill's</a> most recent songs as well as in-depth discussion connecting music play with school readiness, literacy development and early math development.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:.5in"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Librarians leave the session inspired to share a new repertoire of songs and playful literacy activities with the children they care for. Even more, they will leave the session understanding
that what is most challenging about working in early childhood is also what makes the profession so exciting. When we define our teaching as helping children learn, we not only provide joyous challenges for the children. We also keep ourselves engaged and
rejuvenated by watching their excitement as they learn. This workshop will connect with the 5 practices of Ready to Read Michigan.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jimgill.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C2d12b3fc322d42784bdd08d979dedbbd%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637674821408404220%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=ymv2mXRIRMDBbueQuB893mXdzARkF4%2Ft%2FN4h6DSES%2Fs%3D&reserved=0">Jim
Gill</a> is a musician and author with unique credentials among children's artists. Jim is a child development specialist, having completed his graduate studies in child development at the Erikson Institute of Chicago with a special emphasis on the study of
play. For this reason, each of Jim's recordings and books is created as an opportunity for playful interactions between a child and a caring adult. Jim speaks to early childhood educators, care providers and children's librarians across the country about the
many benefits of play in young children's lives. Jim has shared his expertise on music, play and literacy with organizations such as Head Start, the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the National Association for Family Child Care and,
most recently, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.<br>
<b>Cost</b>: Free. <br>
<b>Register</b>: <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D2033%26&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C2d12b3fc322d42784bdd08d979dedbbd%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637674821408414178%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=OG4WIhsQQ3301B6rOumKLixyb8MLuoi7L6clb7aH0Do%3D&reserved=0">
https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=2033&</a><br>
The webinar link will be emailed to registrants the day before the webinar begins.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Heading2Char"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D2034%26&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C2d12b3fc322d42784bdd08d979dedbbd%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637674821408424126%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=z2JylW9JVADk8vsEtg7bsFqe4yRDPwMZCyJBa2JvFZk%3D&reserved=0"><span style="color:#2F5496;text-decoration:none">Storytimes
for Everyone! A 3 Session Series with Pamela Martin-Diaz</span></a></span></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#333333;background:white">Training I</span></strong><b><span style="color:#333333;background:white"><br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Tuesday, November 9, 2021</span></strong><br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">1:00 PM-3:00 PM ET</span></strong><br>
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<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Training II</span></strong><br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Tuesday, November 16, 2021</span></strong><br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">1:00 PM-3:00 PM ET</span></strong><br>
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<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Training III</span></strong><br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Tuesday November 23, 2021</span></strong><br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">1:00 PM-3:00 PM ET</span></strong></span></b></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:.5in"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Early literacy is the base upon which a child who reads with understanding is built. The goal of this 3-part workshop is to teach storytime staff how to explain, model and encourage
caregivers to help their children develop the early literacy skills needed to learn how to read. Participants will become familiar with seminal research on early literacy, how to explain its importance to caregivers while presenting fun, interactive storytimes.
This will also cover the 5 practices of <i>Every Child Ready to Read</i>, the basis of
<i>Ready to Read Michigan</i>.<br>
<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alastore.ala.org%2Fcontent%2Fpamela-martin-diaz&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C2d12b3fc322d42784bdd08d979dedbbd%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637674821408424126%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=Gn%2BXUevnttUcKP%2Bpj0iSGV%2FASisbwBCSfnoPw47BQKY%3D&reserved=0">
Pamela Martin-Diaz</a> served as branch manager of the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne, IN, and is now an independent Early Literacy Consultant. Pamela has presented workshops and seminars on early literacy across the country, as well as presented
numerous local training sessions for Head Start and to her early childhood providers.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Cost</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">: Free.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Register</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">:
<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2Fevent.jsp%3Fevent%3D2034%26&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C2d12b3fc322d42784bdd08d979dedbbd%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637674821408434084%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=bHQA4tTyMqHEbbWxHPrPwDdBbzdJS2GtjOpGsLIMcy8%3D&reserved=0">
https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=2034&</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The webinar link will be emailed to registrants the day before the webinar begins.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<h3><span style="color:#2E75B6">Whether you are new to youth services or have been in the field for some time, these virtual RTRM workshops will equip & energize you for early literacy storytimes!
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</span><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#2E75B6">For more information on
<i>Ready to Read Michigan</i>, including access to resources such as bookmark templates, posters, storytime flyers and more, go to
<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.readytoreadmi.org%2F&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C2d12b3fc322d42784bdd08d979dedbbd%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637674821408444039%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=FmnAsUdmm%2FOwgb4JA4WAX6jgM34m9HzDRWgeqUdwZCY%3D&reserved=0">
<span style="font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#2E75B6">www.ReadytoReadMi.org</span></a>.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i>This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan.</i><i><o:p></o:p></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">A full list of webinars offered by the Library of Michigan are available
<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com%2Fnp%2Fclients%2Flibraryofmichigan%2FeventList.jsp&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C2d12b3fc322d42784bdd08d979dedbbd%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637674821408613296%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=bU%2BPUn%2BDllj7eGYjMV6MmRYpSBduDcta297CdWPM9vM%3D&reserved=0">
on LM’s CE Registration Site</a>. <br>
LM Archived Webinars can also be found at: <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Flibraryofmichigan%2F0%2C9327%2C7-381-88855_89737-301245--%2C00.html&data=04%7C01%7Clancasterc5%40michigan.gov%7C2d12b3fc322d42784bdd08d979dedbbd%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C637674821408623254%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=3rPQ6Krgy3cU9SvTShPl%2BXnnwbkYLg9WoNSAK%2BEfR%2Bk%3D&reserved=0">
https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89737-301245--,00.html</a>.
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<h1>MiYouth – Save the Date! <o:p></o:p></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Wednesday, December 8<sup>th</sup>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">2:00 PM ET<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">MiYouth has moved to a new schedule and not meeting monthly, so be sure to also
<b>mark your calendars </b>for<b> 2pm ET </b>on<b> March 9, 2022</b>. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Have a good First Weekend of Fall!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></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>
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