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The Illinois State Library's 16th Annual Small Public Library Management Institute (SPLMI) will take place May 31 - June 5, 2009. For more details and information on application deadlines visit the SPLMI page.
Ongoing Statewide Programs
Service: The Hallmark of Illinois LibrariesIllinois libraries have a rich history of service to their populations. Supporting this rich history are the services and programs provided by the Illinois State Library and the regional library systems. Through the Illinois State Library, the Secretary of State/State Librarian awards nearly $60 million annually in grants to local and regional library institutions to enhance, improve, and supplement local initiatives.
Illinois regional library systems are the backbone of an extensive resource sharing network that includes delivery, interlibrary loan, and reciprocal borrowing . In 2003, Illinois library systems travelled more than 2,000,000 miles to deliver materials to library users That's over 4 trips to the moon and back! Projecting ahead to 2007, we must be well on our way to a 5th trip. Statistics from "Illinois Libraries Today," Illinois Library Association, August 2004. Looking for information on the ISL Grants? Visit the Grants section of the site. |
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