12.3.2024 - Practical Approaches to Library Assessment: Focus on Library Instruction and Programming
Assessment is a key component of determining the success of library programming and services. Knowing where to begin with assessment can be a difficult task, made even more challenging by the large variety of programming and services in need of . . .
We are excited to start this new genealogy networking group. Here is an opportunity to share your challenges and successes with your peers. This meeting will be held through Zoom which is user friendly to all devices. You will . . .
"Management in Harmony" is an enlightening and engaging webinar that delves into the art of cultivating a management team that operates in perfect harmony. In today's dynamic library landscape, the success of an organization often hinges on . . .
12.5.2024 - NEW - Training / Staff Development Networking Meeting
Now is your opportunity to chat with other library staff that plan training for staff or patrons. Come and share speaker suggestions. Bring your challenges and we will solve them together.
12.10.2024 - Unlocking the Power of AI in Libraries: An Intermediate Guide to Enhancing Services and Workflows
Elevate your library work to new heights with our intermediate workshop regarding A.I. This session is designed for library professionals who have a basic understanding of AI and are ready to deepen their knowledge and application of AI tools and . . .
Join us for networking meeting of special libraries. Come share your successes and challenges with your fellow special libraries colleagues. This will be virtual via Zoom you will receive the link to the meeting 2 hours prior to the . . .
12.12.2024 - Ableism and Access: How to Be an Accomplice to Change
This interactive presentation is designed to be a starting point to understanding ableism and its impact on individuals and the workplace, with a focus on accessibility and inclusion. By highlighting the importance of universal design and its ability . . .
Here is your opportunity to talk book discussion. Here from your peers on what works what doesn't. Bring your challenges and share books for book discussion. Please send Carrie Kibby any items you would like to discuss. . . .
No one expects public service staff to have read every popular title that has been published in a given year; however, it's not an unrealistic expectation to be familiar with them to better serve patrons. This webinar will go over the top 24 titles . . .
2.4.2025 - Success in Programming for Adults with Developmental Disabilities (DD)
Offering programs for a subset of adults with DD is a great start, but it’s time to reach out to neurodiverse patrons in an evidence based, more holistic, and systemic way.
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Where do disagreements come from and how does it escalate? How can you stay prepared to address and de-escalate conflict? This opening session will dive into ways you can grow self-awareness and manage your own emotions as a first step to proactive . . .
2.18.2025 - Canva Essentials: From Ideas to Designs
In this Canva Essentials session, you will discover how to create stunning visuals with ease using Canva. This beginner-friendly program covers essential design principles, from navigating the interface to customizing templates for various projects. . . .
2.20.2025 - Building Joy-Centric Libraries: an Experiential Approach
An interactive workshop for library staff seeking joyful practices to build connection and community engagement. Positive psychology is shown to improve staff and customer retention and improve morale. This workshop offers practical tools for work . . .
3.12.2025 - Cultivating Your Resilience to Avoid Burnt Out: Managing Stress, Appreciation Inequalities, and Workload Demands
Libraries are at the heart of their communities as educators and a primary resource in programming and services and a refuge to the people they serve. However, the attitudes that come with it puts pressure on a library to do everything and be . . .