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Library of Michigan @LibraryofMich

A library to collect and preserve Michigan publications, conduct reference and research and support libraries statewide.

Joined January 2014
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Celebrating #FlagDay athe #LibraryofMi 🇺🇸
United States and Michigan flags outside the Library of Michigan.

ALT United States and Michigan flags outside the Library of Michigan.
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#ThrowbackThursday 12 years since his appointment as #MiStateLibrarian; 6 months since we lost him. We still miss you Randy😢 📰: 6/11/2014 @flintjournal p. A2
Article describing Randy Riley's time at Swartz Creek schools and the Library of Michigan before selected as State Librarian.

ALT Article describing Randy Riley's time at Swartz Creek schools and the Library of Michigan before selected as State Librarian.
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Join us June 16 at @yourMDL to celebrate #MiAuthorAward recipient and #MiNotableBks author Jim Daniels. Find more information and registration details at: yourmdl.org/event/meet-the-2…
Image of author Jim Daniels, the cover of his book "An Ignorance of Trees" and details about the June 16 event at Marshall District Library.

ALT Image of author Jim Daniels, the cover of his book "An Ignorance of Trees" and details about the June 16 event at Marshall District Library.
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#ThrowbackThursday Past partnerships between the #LibraryofMi and @MichiganDNR brought physical books to #MiStateParks. Now state park users can access eBooks through our ReadMichigan.org platform. 📰: 6/4/1964 Edwardsburg Argus 2nd Sec. p. 2
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#MiPoetLaureate Dr. Melba Joyce Boyd will be at Warren Public Library this evening. Registration is required. Learn more at warrenlibrary.net/a-visit-wi…
Image of Michigan Poet Laureate Dr. Melba Joyce Boyd with information about the event at Warren Public Library.

ALT Image of Michigan Poet Laureate Dr. Melba Joyce Boyd with information about the event at Warren Public Library.
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#ThrowbackThursday The #LibraryofMi showcasing a "Michigana" display featuring Michigan authors and artists. 📰: 5/28/1950 @LSJNews 2nd Section p. 11
Newspaper article listing several Michigan authors and artists that is accompanied by a photo of the "Michigana" exhibit at the State Library.

ALT Newspaper article listing several Michigan authors and artists that is accompanied by a photo of the "Michigana" exhibit at the State Library.
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Join us for #MiNotableBks author events this week featuring programs at Oak Park Public Library and @PDLibrary. Learn more at Michigan.gov/NotableBooks
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The #LibraryofMi is closed Saturday, May 23 through Monday, May 25 for the #MemorialDay holiday and will reopen on Tuesday, May 26.
Exterior of the Library of Michigan on a sunny afternoon with the US and Michigan flags waving.

ALT Exterior of the Library of Michigan on a sunny afternoon with the US and Michigan flags waving.

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A few recent images of our young crows in #CarlTheTree as they explore more away from the nest. @MIHistoryCenter
Two crows next to each other on Carl The Tree at the Michigan Library and Historical Center.

ALT Two crows next to each other on Carl The Tree at the Michigan Library and Historical Center.

Three crows on limbs of Carl The Tree at the Michigan Library and Historical Center.

ALT Three crows on limbs of Carl The Tree at the Michigan Library and Historical Center.
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#ThrowbackThursday Snapshot of State Aid for #MiLibraries in 1942. State Aid began with P.A. 315 in 1937, and the process remains similar today, with the #LibraryofMi as the fund pass‑through. 📰: 5/21/1942 The Fenton Independent p. 1
Text article describing the process of state aid for Michigan public libraries from the State of Michigan. It discusses the qualifications for state aid and who administers the funds.

ALT Text article describing the process of state aid for Michigan public libraries from the State of Michigan. It discusses the qualifications for state aid and who administers the funds.
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Community Engagement Librarian Adam Oster was recently at the Ludington Branch of @LibraryMcd presenting on the "History of Public Libraries in Michigan." He was lucky enough to spot the @SSBadgerFerry while it was docked in Ludington.
Community Engagement Librarian Adam Oster pointing at a sign of his program while inside the Ludington Library.

ALT Community Engagement Librarian Adam Oster pointing at a sign of his program while inside the Ludington Library.

Computer and screen showing the "History of Public Libraries in Michigan" slide.

ALT Computer and screen showing the "History of Public Libraries in Michigan" slide.

Front entrance of the original Carnegie building portion of the Ludington Library.

ALT Front entrance of the original Carnegie building portion of the Ludington Library.

Community Engagement Librarian Adam Oster in Ludington with the SS Badger car ferry in the background.

ALT Community Engagement Librarian Adam Oster in Ludington with the SS Badger car ferry in the background.
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Hey @MIHistoryCenter and Archives of Michigan - look who's now out of the nest and roaming around #CarlTheTree and the Great Lakes Fountain 🌲🐦‍⬛🐦‍⬛.
A young crow walking around the Great Lakes Fountain at the Michigan Library and Historical Center.

ALT A young crow walking around the Great Lakes Fountain at the Michigan Library and Historical Center.

2 young crows walking around the Great Lakes Fountain at the Michigan Library and Historical Center.

ALT 2 young crows walking around the Great Lakes Fountain at the Michigan Library and Historical Center.
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Help support our friends at @mihumanities by suggesting a title for the next #GreatMichiganRead! More information at michiganhumanities.org/great…
Covers of several past Great Michigan Read selections.

ALT Covers of several past Great Michigan Read selections.
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#ThrowbackThursday Celebrating the birthday of former #MiStateLibrarian (1941-1961) Loleta Fyan, who was born 132 years ago in Clinton, Iowa. 📰: 5/14/1952 @LSJNews p. 8
Text article describing former Michigan State Librarian Loleta Fyan's biography with a headshot of Loleta.

ALT Text article describing former Michigan State Librarian Loleta Fyan's biography with a headshot of Loleta.
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An up-close view of the Great Lakes Fountain and #CarlTheTree at the #MLHC. Special thanks to #MLHC Facilities Manager Kyle Peake and the @MichiganDTMB facilities staff for getting the Fountain back in action.
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Recently the #LibraryofMi and Library of Michigan Foundation attended the Detroit Vinylfest at Detroit's Eastern Market to highlight the #LibraryofMi's #MiMusicExperiance project. Learn more at Michigan.gov/LibraryGift.
Higher view of the crowd of people and vendors at Detroit Vinyl Fest.

ALT Higher view of the crowd of people and vendors at Detroit Vinyl Fest.

Library of Michigan Foundation board members/staff and Library of Michigan staff at the Library of Michigan table at Detroit Vinyl Fest at Eastern Market in Detroit.

ALT Library of Michigan Foundation board members/staff and Library of Michigan staff at the Library of Michigan table at Detroit Vinyl Fest at Eastern Market in Detroit.

Crowd of people and vendors at Detroit Vinyl Fest.

ALT Crowd of people and vendors at Detroit Vinyl Fest.

Detroit Vinyl Fest attendees at the Library of Michigan table.

ALT Detroit Vinyl Fest attendees at the Library of Michigan table.
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One #MiNotableBks event this week featuring author Cheryl L. Neely at White Lake Township Library on Saturday, May 16 at 2PM. Look for other future #MiNotableBks author events on Michigan.gov/NotableBooks.
Michigan Notable Books program graphic featuring details about the program and the logos of the sponsors. More information at www.Michigan.gov/NotableBooks.

ALT Michigan Notable Books program graphic featuring details about the program and the logos of the sponsors. More information at www.Michigan.gov/NotableBooks.
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Several #LMstaff were honored during the service award portion of today's @mieducation All-Staff. Reference Librarian Mindy Babarskis for 5 years of service and 10 years of service for both Youth Services Coordinator Cathy Lancaster and Library Law Consultant Clare Membiela.
Group photo of MDE staff receiving their 10-year service awards, including Library Law Consultant Clare Membiela and Youth Services Coordinator Cathy Lancaster.

ALT Group photo of MDE staff receiving their 10-year service awards, including Library Law Consultant Clare Membiela and Youth Services Coordinator Cathy Lancaster.

Group photo of MDE staff receiving their 5-year service awards, including Reference Librarian Mindy Babarskis.

ALT Group photo of MDE staff receiving their 5-year service awards, including Reference Librarian Mindy Babarskis.
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#ThrowbackThursday Stories about the valuable services offered by the #LibraryofMi to communities and people in Michigan during the #GreatDepression. 📰: 5/7/1937 @flintjournal p. 40
Multi-paragraph article highlighting services the state library brought to communities and individuals across Michigan during the Great Depression.

ALT Multi-paragraph article highlighting services the state library brought to communities and individuals across Michigan during the Great Depression.
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The water has returned to the Great Lakes Fountain by #CarlTheTree at the #MLHC. #FinallySpring 🌲💧🏛
The Great Lakes Fountain filled with water with Carl the tree in the middle of the reflecting pool.

ALT The Great Lakes Fountain filled with water with Carl the tree in the middle of the reflecting pool.

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