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Apr
24
0 comments Tags: genetics, genomics
April 25th marks the 15th anniversary of the completion of the Human Genome Project. The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) is commemorating this milestone and other genomic advances by showcasing 15 ways that genomics has transformed our world. From April 5 through April 25 you can learn about a new milestone in genomics that… Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy, Health Observances
Apr
12
0 comments Tags: evaluation, social media
Session title: “Beyond the Memes: Social Media Evaluation” When: April 18, 1:00pm PT, noon Alaska Time, 2:00pm MT Presenter: Kalyna Durbak, Program Coordinator, NNLM National Evaluation Office If you engage users on social media, you know that it takes a lot of time and effort- but how do you know if your hard work is… Read More »
Posted in: Training & Education
Apr
11
0 comments Tags: bookmobile, outreach
In observation of National Bookmobile Day, Carmen Clark, bookmobile librarian for Bozeman Public Library in Bozeman, MT is providing a guest post today. A few years ago, the Bozeman Public Library realized that there is a need for a mobile library in our rapidly growing city. After a very successful fundraising campaign by the Bozeman… Read More »
Posted in: News from Network Members, Public Libraries
Mar
26
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The National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NNLM) and the Public Library Association (PLA) have been partnering to promote health and wellness reference services and programs at public libraries. NNLM coordinators often present and exhibit at local, regional and national conferences where many public library staff attend in an effort to bring awareness to the… Read More »
Posted in: Health Literacy, Public Libraries
Mar
14
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Join us for the next PNR Rendezvous session, “Institutional Library Services in Washington State” This session of PNR Rendezvous will provide an overview of institutional library services in Washington state, including history, challenges, and information regarding services for incarcerated populations. Attendees will find this session informative no matter in which state you reside. Presenters: Anna Nash,… Read More »
Posted in: News from Network Members, Public Libraries, Training & Education