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May 2016 


MAY PROJECT PROFILE 

The Open eBooks Initiative: Giving the Power of Reading to Those who Need it Most

Launched earlier this year, the Open eBooks initiative has garnered support and praise for its goal of helping children discover a love for reading through more open access to eBooks. 
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THE LATEST NEWS

First Lady Will Recognize Libraries, Museums for Top Honor in White House Ceremony
Tomorrow at the White House, First Lady Michelle Obama and Director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services Dr. Kathryn K. Matthew, will honor outstanding museums and libraries with the 2016 National Medal for Museum and Library Service Read more

National Museum and Library Services Board Will Meet June 2
The public is invited to attend the 33rd meeting of the National Museum and Library Services Board on June 2.  Read more

STEM Expert Dr. Marvin D. Carr Joins IMLS  
The Institute of Museum and Library Services announced today that Dr. Marvin D. Carr has joined the agency as STEM and Community Engagement Advisor. Read more

IMLS Hosts the Capitol Hill Maker Faire June 21  
Save the date for the second annual IMLS Capitol Hill Maker Faire, on June 21. Read more   
 


UPNEXT BLOG POSTS

The fourth post in a series highlighting recent library awards in the National Digital Platform priority area, through the National Leadership Grants for Libraries program and the Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian program, explores projects that have the potential to increase access to and engagement with digital library collections.  Read more 

Sharing and Distributing Authority: Six Projects Supporting Linked Open Data Infrastructure for Libraries
The third post in the series about library National Digital Platform grants explores linked data projects.  Read more



IMLS ON THE ROAD
 
"Grant Opportunities from IMLS," 2016 Government Grant Symposium hosted by U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill: Connie Bodner, Supervisory Grants Management Specialist, Office of Museum Services; Columbia, MO, June 1
 
Arizona Library Leadership Conference: Robin Dale, Associate Deputy Director for Library Services; Tucson, AZ, June 6
 
Collective Impact Forum: Dr. Kathryn K. Matthew, Director; Dr. Marvin Carr, Senior Advisor, STEM and Community Engagement; Mike Jerger, Chief Operations Officer; Seattle, WA, June 6-9
 
"Funding Opportunities with the Institute of Museum and Library Services," American Public Gardens Association Annual Conference: Mark Feitl, Museum Program Specialist; Miami, FL, June 6-10
 
Special Libraries Association 2016 Conference: Teri DeVoe, Senior Program Officer; Philadelphia, PA, June 12-14  
 
2016 American Library Association Conference Exhibits: Maura Marx, Deputy Director for Library Services; Robin Dale, Associate Deputy Director for Library Services; Matt Birnbaum, Senior Evaluation Officer; Tim Carrigan, Senior Program Officer; Teri DeVoe, Senior Program Officer; Michele Farrell, Senior Program Officer; Timothy Owens, Senior Program Officer; Trevor Owens, Senior Program Officer; Sandy Toro, Senior Program Officer; Sarah Fuller, Program Officer; Emily Reynolds, Program Officer; Katie Murray, Special Assistant; Orlando, FL, June 23-28
 
Games for Change Festival: Dr. Kathryn K. Matthew, Director, and Reagan Moore, Museum Program Specialist; New York, NY, June 23-24
 
"Grant Opportunities from IMLS," 2016 Government Grant Symposium hosted by U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse: Connie Bodner, Supervisory Grants Management Specialist, Office of Museum Services; Providence, RI, June 27

About the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)
The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries and 35,000 museums. Our mission is to inspire libraries and museums to advance innovation, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. Our grant making, policy development, and research help libraries and museums deliver valuable services that make it possible for communities and individuals to thrive.

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