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The NMRLS 10th Annual Council of Members Meeting
Thursday, November 15, 2007
11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Nevins Memorial Library, Methuen

Please join us for the NMRLS Annual Meeting on November 15th at the Nevins Memorial Library in Methuen. Members have always enjoyed the opportunity to network at this pleasant annual luncheon event.

A brief business meeting and reports will be followed by our engaging keynote speaker, Lane Glenn who will present on Appreciative Inquiry. Dr. Glenn is Vice President of Academic Affairs at Northern Essex Community College.

Appreciative Inquiry (Ai) is a new way of leading positive change that can be rapid, sustainable, and transformative. It is a way of being and of seeing, a strengths-based approach to change, rather than a deficit-based approach. Its assumption is simple: Every human system-a department, a classroom, a library or an entire organization-has something that works right, something that gives it life when it is vital, effective, and successful. Ai begins by identifying this positive core and connecting to it in ways that heighten energy, sharpen vision, and inspire action for change. Ai can be used to build teams, conduct strategic planning, improve and enhance communication in organizations, find common ground, and create an appreciative, positive climate for change.

Agenda
11:30 AM	Registration and Lunch
12:45 PM	Welcome and Reports from NMRLS President, Regional Administrator, and MBLC
1:15 PM	Business Meeting
1:30 PM	Keynote Address: Appreciative Inquiry-Leading Positive Change Lane Glenn, Vice President of Academic Affairs at Northern Essex Community College
3:00 PM	Adjournment