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Humanities Council Makes Book Clubs Simple
The Council's statewide lending library is free for all libraries and civic organizations of all types, and titles can be delivered via INfo Express or picked up in Indianapolis. All books must be reserved in advanced and loan periods typically last for up to six weeks. In addition to standard print, most Novel Conversations titles are available in large print or digital formats from the Indiana Talking Book & Braille Library. Complete reservation instructions are available online. The Council has also compiled a list of available titles relevant to their Food for Thought initiative, which offers several great opportunities to participate in this examination and celebration of the ways food helps to define Indiana's culture. Free Marketing Materials Available from Ebsco, Gale From posters and tent cards to marketing and PR tools, Gale offers free materials increase awareness of your library's offerings. Through Gale's Power to the User programs, libraries of all types can order materials online for specific databases like TERC, Biography Resource Center, and much more. For the latest Gale news, product updates, and useful information to maximize product usage, check The Sizzle! Additionally, Ebsco all has a great catalog of free marketing materials. Ebsco Support offers a wide range of posters, bookmarks, flyers and more that you can request online. Also, be sure to check out the Ebsco Success Center for great PR tools, case studies of successful outreach campaigns, and useful and educational resources for students and patrons. The Success Center has a section catered to every type of library with useful information customized for your library. New Library Award for Family Literacy Programs
One winner will be chosen from three different categories: local Friends of the Library programs, public/academic library programs; and urban library programs. Awardees will also receive scholarships to NCFL’s 2010 National Conference on Family Literacy that will take place April 11-13 in San Antonio, Texas. ------------------------------- Network with colleagues, discover library career opportunities, and earn one free LEU at the 2010 Indiana Library Career Expo!
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