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The following is a press release from the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Having trouble viewing this e-mail? Read it online at http://www.imls.gov/news/2011/020811.shtm <http://www.imls.gov/news/2011/020811.shtm> . FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 8, 2011 IMLS Press Contacts 202-653-4632 Natasha Marstiller, [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> Mamie Bittner, [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> IMLS Accepting Applications for Native American Library Services Enhancement Grants Application Deadline: May 2, 2011 Washington, DC-The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is accepting grant applications to the Native American Library Services Enhancement Grant program. Federally-recognized tribes and Alaska Native villages and corporations are encouraged to apply. The competitive Enhancement Grants support exemplary projects designed to enhance library services to communities and to serve as model projects for others. Applicants may request up to $150,000. Prospective applicants are invited to participate in a webinar on Monday, March 7, 2011, 4:00-5:00 PM Eastern Time to learn more about the program. Instructions for connecting to the webinar will be available on the application guidelines <http://www.imls.gov/applicants/grants/nativeEnhance.shtm> and instructions page closer to the webinar date. Applicants are also encouraged to contact program staff with their questions: Alison Freese, Senior Program Officer Phone: 202/653-4665 E-mail: [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> Kathy Mitchell, Program Specialist Phone: 202/653-4687 E-mail: [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> About the Institute of Museum and Library Services The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries and 17,500 museums. The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums that connect people to information and ideas. The Institute works at the national level and in coordination with state and local organizations to sustain heritage, culture, and knowledge; enhance learning and innovation; and support professional development. To learn more about the Institute, please visit http://www.imls.gov <http://www.imls.gov> .