7 Ted Talks You Should Watch After This Webinar and Why
Ted Talks are educational, entertaining, timely and sometimes stretch your thinking, beliefs and opinions on a variety of topics. They are free to access and easy to share with your […]
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Social Media: What’s next?
The digital landscape is evolving faster than ever! Bid farewell to the Twitter era, wave goodbye to Facebook's fading charm and stop worrying about institutional restrictions on TikTok. Explore the latest social media trends and platforms that are shaping the digital landscape. We'll explore the potential of emerging platforms like Mastodon, BlueSky, Threads and others. […]
Cultivating Community with a Library Mentorship Program
Establishing a Library Mentorship Program can strengthen the roots of longtime library staff and support new growth for new librarians. In August of 2022, Buncombe County Public Libraries launched our […]
Setting Boundaries with Patrons
Boundaries and limit setting for patrons at public libraries can prevent library workers from feeling drained at the end of a workday. When healthy boundaries are set, it helps us […]
Free and Low-Cost Library Programming
Engage patrons while saving your budget by using free and low cost resources. This timely webinar provides inspiration for showstopping library programs for all audiences from seniors to children along with makerspace and passive programming resources. Tools and materials range from free resources to teach financial responsibility to toddlers to STEM lesson plans from NASA […]
Rethink and Rejuvenate Your Library Meetings
Meetings should be productive and have a purpose. Many times staff members dread meetings and would rather do anything but attend them. This session will introduce and reaffirm various components […]
Looks Like I’m a Facilitator: Now What?!
For this workshop, we will learn best practices for being a facilitator. Through learning transferable communication skills, including how to manage communication anxiety, present with confidence, and manage challenging conversations […]
Harnessing Innovation: Making Libraries a Haven for All Ages with Assistive Tech
Ever thought about how a library can transform lives with just a bit of tech magic? Join Brian Pichman from the Evolve Project, in this groundbreaking webinar that's all about pushing boundaries with assistive technology in our libraries. We're not just talking books and databases here; we're exploring cutting-edge tools and creative approaches to turn […]
Mental Disorders in the Library: Understanding and Meeting the Needs of Patrons with Mental Disorders
The National Alliance of Mental Illness estimates that one in five children, teens, and adults suffer from a mental illness. With libraries functioning as a hub of the communities they […]