How to Deflect and Handle Inappropriate Comments

Has anyone ever said anything to you that was inappropriate? Have you received a comment that made you feel uncomfortable? You are not alone! In a world of inclusivity and multi-generational awareness, empower yourself to handle inappropriate comments from patrons and staff. Join Rosie Clark for an engaging and interactive 60-minute online training. She will […]

Influencing Others into Action

For this program, we consider how to foster positive influence in our work groups. We will examine our emotional intelligence, communication styles/strategies, and learn best practices for engaging work problems/conflict. […]

Embrace the Future with Canva AI Magic

Join us as we explore the revolutionary fusion of design and artificial intelligence. Learn how Canva's AI technology streamlines your workflow, empowering you to create stunning visuals effortlessly. Discover new tools and techniques to enhance your library's digital presence and engage your community like never before. Presenter: Kristina A. Holzweiss is a high school edtech […]

The ‘Must Do List’ for Leaders

Expand your horizons and discover ways to be your best self in your leadership role. Whether you’re new to your position as a leader or have been a leader for […]

Meeting Challenging Emotions Mindfully

We are incredibly sensitive creatures and very affected by our environment and the people around us. And because we can’t control all aspects of our external circumstances, we experience a whole range of daily challenging emotions such as fear, frustration, sadness, confusion, worry, doubt, helplessness, loneliness, etc. It's natural to not want to have unpleasant […]

Building Credibility in a New Role

Maybe this is familiar, in your old role, people knew they could count on you. You had their backs, you knew where all of the hidden levers and pitfalls were and how to avoid them. You were integral to your team’s success. Now, you’re in a new role, maybe you started a new job with […]

AI & Productivity Hacks: How AI Can Help Librarians Every Day

What's all of the buzz about AI? Can it actually help us in our day to day work or does it cause more problems than it solves?? In this session, we will explore some practical and useful ways to use AI. We'll talk through what AI can do (currently), products currently using AI (more than […]

Circulation Desk Spanish

Would you like to be able to say a few phrases in Spanish to help Spanish-speakers feel welcome? In this webinar, you will learn some basic vocabulary to greet patrons, discuss various components of circulation, such as check-in and checkout, that will get Spanish-speakers started using the library. As a result of attending, participants will […]

Displays That Do More: Passive Programming with Book Displays

Readers Advisory is one important thing that a well-done book display can accomplish. They can market your collection, programs, and services. But a book display can do more – it can be passive programming which will allow a library to increase their programming in a way that maximizes staff time. Join Passive Readers’ Advisory expert […]

Unleashing Creativity with AI: Art and Video in Libraries

You may be thinking, ok, AI is just another buzzword that has superseded 3D printing, VR, and AR. In this webinar we will be exploring some things you may not have heard about with AI as it relates to creating art and video. More over, we will show you some tools that make editing content […]

Transform and Thrive: Fostering Wellness in Our Work

Library staff and administration do more than point people in the right direction to books and information. We foster wellness for ourselves and others. One way to foster wellness is […]