We are moving forward cautiously with a return to in-person programs and events and you will begin to see some of our workshops returning to libraries in our region.  One such in-person event is our annual Directors’ Retreat.  Normally held at the end of May, we decided to change it up this year!  We will be holding the Retreat on Thursday and Friday, July 28^th and 29^th.  We are hoping these dates will make it easier for those whose libraries are starting summer reading programs at the end of May or are finishing out the academic semester.  These dates will also give attendees the opportunity to meet the new NEO-RLS Executive Director.  In addition to the change of dates, we are going to hold the Retreat at Punderson Manor Lodge and Conference Center.  The Manor and Lodge are part of the Ohio State Parks and offer convenient access and meeting facilities on top of a scenic setting.  Our program for the Retreat will feature Elaina Norlin, Professional Development/DEI Program Coordinator of the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, and author of The Six-Step Guide to Library Worker Engagement.  As in the past, participants will be responsible for booking their room using the NEO-RLS reserved room block price of $151.51 which includes all taxes and fees.  The cost for the Retreat itself will be $135 which covers all food (including breakfast on the 28^th and a grab-and-go lunch on the 29^th), the venue and the speaker.    We hope this information will help in your budget planning and will whet your appetite for an in-person professional development experience this summer.  Mark your calendars and plan to join us!  Registration and a full description of the Retreat will be available soon.  Together we are maximizing library potential.  Have a great week! 

Betsy
 

CE @ a Glance is a simple one-page flyer to distribute to your staff.  You can print it, link it, or post it, please share it.

3/10/2022
IT Network Meeting
3/29/2022
Outreach Virtual Networking Meeting
3/30/2022
Book Discussion Networking Meeting
3/31/2022
Academic Library Directors Virtual Networking Meeting
3/31/2022
Technical Services/Collection Development Networking Meeting
4/7/2022
Safety and Security Networking Meeting
5/3/2022
Youth Services (Children & Teen) Virtual Networking Meeting
5/12/2022
Public Relations and Marketing Networking Meeting
5/17/2022
Adult Services Virtual Networking Meeting
6/15/2022
Special Libraries Network Meeting
 

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Ryan Dowd is redesigning the core homelessness training and needs your help! His next interactive session will be on March 10, 2022. During this session (the third and final in this feedback series), a section of the current core training will be shown.

The State Library of Ohio is pleased to announce registration is now open for an in-person Reimaging School Readiness training on April 12.   Do you wonder what research really says about how to support school readiness? This is a suite of research-backed resources created for library staff to help families prepare children ages birth to 8 years for success in school and in life.

Ohio Summer Food Service Program Virtual Summit             Friday, March 11, 8:30 am – 2:30 pm   The Ohio Department of Education invites meal program providers, community partners and summer food service program stakeholders to the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) Summit. This is a free event, but registration is required. Learn more and register.

Check out the job postings at the new Jobline location on the website under Services.

1. One three-year term starting July 1, 2022 and ending June 30, 2025, with the option to be reappointed for an additional three-year term.
2. A one-year appointment to fill an unexpired term, with the option for reappointment for two additional three-year terms.

Services	Description	Additional Information
SSP	Free and quick weeding/consignment method with sustainability in mind	https://ssp.baker-taylor.com/
Book Leasing	Rotating Reads to drive better circulation, holds ratios, turnovers all while reducing staff time.	http://www.baker-taylor.com/PDFs/2020_BookLeasing-Brochure-F.pdf
collectionHQ	Global leader in library analytics to better buy and shape the collection	https://www.collectionhq.com/
BTCat	Modern cataloging utility to bring efficient (time + cost) to libraries; powerful bib editing and macros.  Retrospective cataloging projects easily attainable (DEI, RDA, etc.,)	https://btcat.baker-taylor-site.com/
Axis 360	eBook platform designed to help libraries directly own the relationship with patrons; creating service gates for non-cardholders (pop-up) and exposing deep collections through K-12 spaces (in native workspaces)	http://axis360.site.baker-taylor.com/

 

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