You’ve been in your job for some time now. Perhaps you’ve been promoted. Other exciting professional development opportunities have come your way. But recently—not so many. Your daily routine has become drudgery. You watch the clock, looking forward to your lunch break and the end of the working day. You know you’re good at your […]
Sublimation is the new crafting trend! It allows you to easily transfer images to t-shirts, mugs, canvas bags, and so much more. In this session, we will explore: how sublimation works what tools do you need to get started how to integrate sublimation crafts into library programming. Presenter: Alison Mirabella is Reference Librarian at The […]
This fun introduction to the enneagram provides insight on how you relate to others and how others might best relate to you. The more we know about ourselves the better we can cooperate and lead. The Enneagram is a model of 9 interaction styles; recognizing these styles lets us communicate most effectively and create high functioning […]
February is the month for valentines and thoughts of love, it’s also when libraries set up displays of their romance titles to entice patrons. However, romance is hugely popular with patrons all year and can be worked into your passive readers advisory efforts throughout the year. Join Passive Readers’ Advisory expert Lila Denning for an […]
Did you know that making social media content accessible increases "findability" in Google elsewhere? Do you know that we also have a legal obligation to create accessible content? In this session, we'll explore how different social media companies like Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, X (formerly Twitter), and more support accessibility and the advantages to us for […]
Looking for program ideas to draw your adult patrons in the door of your library and keep them coming back for more? Join author and library director Jenn Carson to explore workable program models that can be adapted to your patrons and your physical (or virtual) space. Topics include something for everyone, with sections on […]
Helping leisure readers is a core service at all public libraries. It is something library staff do each and every day, often without changes in how they perform this service for years, if ever. But there is a lot more "new" in the tried-and-true world of Readers Advisory than you may realize. Join international Readers' […]
It can feel impossible to stay current with the changing landscape of artificial intelligence. However, it is important that we understand how the technology works, how it is impacting the work we do in libraries, and how our users may be employing it. In this session, find out the newest updates and trends. Also, learn […]
While it is tempting to make simple changes to last year’s budget and leave tracking to the finance folks, a strategically managed budget is a critical component of a well-led library or program. Attendees will learn real-world strategies for developing and managing library and program budgets, including how to avoid common budget mistakes and prepare […]
Making the library inclusive for all requires an understanding of the best ways to serve patrons who are blind or have low vision. This session will offer concrete advice for ensuring that library spaces are welcoming for those who are blind or have low vision, provide tips on how to train staff, and make your […]
Remember that time you begged your coworkers to change out of their library uniforms, so they’d look like patrons when no one showed up to attend your library program with a guest speaker? You’re not alone! There’s nothing as scary as putting your heart, time, and limited library budget into a program and then wondering […]
There’s a situation in your workplace that seems to ache for affirmative action. So, you proceed to solve what you consider “the problem” to the best of your ability. You introduce change in ways that you believe will “fix” the problem. Fast forward, you look back to see what you considered to be your “innovation” […]
Makerspaces can vary in scope, complexity, size, cost, and more, so deciding which activities to include, how to keep them organized, how to budget for them, and the logistics of access for them can be daunting for library workers interested in providing a makerspace to their library users. In this session, you will discover the […]
AI has made it even easier to create misinformation. With deepfakes of presidential candidates, AI-generated memes, Generative AI language models creating malware and phishing emails---the playing field has shifted. Misinformation is becoming more sophisticated and changing rapidly. Librarians are one of the few professions uniquely suited to help. In this webinar attendees will learn: • […]