Thank you Maine State Library for the curation and sharing of this great resource. (All events have been converted to MDT time – but please verify when registering!).
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ONLINE CONFERENCES:
Tuesday, Jul 14 & Wednesday, Jul 15 (8:30 am–2:30 pm) [Both Days] A National Forum: Empowering Educators, Librarians, and Learners for a Knowledge-Driven Future (Reimagining Information Literacy)
Reimagining Information Literacy is an opportunity for librarians, educators, and researchers to gather to reflect on the importance of information literacy. Variously understood as digital, visual, media, textual, and/or technological literacy, this forum approaches information literacy as an umbrella that is inclusive of all types. The need for a high degree of information literacy spans the continuum of life – from the time a child “reads” a cereal box at the breakfast table, to an elder’s decision-making around medical treatment, information is a part of daily life. With the advent of widespread artificial intelligence tools, it is also a time of reimagination. In today’s media-driven environment, it is more important than ever that people, especially young people, are able to ask questions, assess, prioritize, and responsibly distribute information. This forum will highlight a myriad of projects that focus on ensuring information literacy skills are taught and learned. It will provide insight into how information literacy can be understood as literacy about information, in addition to literacy about content or subject areas. For more information and to register, visit: https://reimaginingliteracy.cmpinc.net/
Thursday, Jul 14 (9 am-1:45 pm) Preparing Leaders to Lead Through Change (Training Industry)
Change is constant, but leading through it effectively remains a challenge. As organizations navigate shifting priorities, evolving business models and ongoing uncertainty, leaders are expected to provide clarity, maintain engagement and guide their teams forward. Leading through change is a skill that must be developed, not assumed. In this Training Industry Leader Talk, industry experts will share practical strategies for preparing leaders to navigate change with confidence. Learn how organizations are training leaders to communicate effectively, support their teams and reinforce stability while driving progress. This session will offer actionable insights for building leadership capability that holds up under pressure. For more information and to register, visit: https://trainingindustry.com/webinar/
Thursday, Jul 23 (7 am-3 pm) SLJ Picture Book Palooza (School Library Journal)
Join us July 23rd for our sixth annual SLJ Picture Book Palooza, an all-day, free virtual celebration of authors and artists from around the world, who bring picture books to life with their extraordinary art. Register for a day dedicated to their craft and hard work, with a schedule that includes keynotes, author panels, and illustrator spotlights with visionary creators. Visit the exhibit hall, chat with publishing teams, download digital galleys & resources, and be prepared to be inspired as you build your collection, one picture book at a time. Follow the conversation on socials with #PictureBookPalooza For more information and to register, visit: https://slj.com/?subpage=Events
AT YOUR LEISURE:
Pre-recorded webinars to view at your convenience
Markus Zusak Virtual Classroom Visit With Student Q&A (Mackin)
Join us for Mackin’s Storyteller Spotlight as we welcome Markus Zusak for a free, virtual visit as he reads aloud from The Book Tehief. His reading will be followed by a spirited Q&A, giving students a chance to ask questions about his books. Visit: https://home.mackin.com/resources/storyteller-spotlight/
Shine-a-Light: Autism is Welcome Here: The ACCESS Approach to Inclusion (LibrariesLearn/CSL in Session)
Transform your school and public library to support and engage autistic youth! Learn about the unique needs of autistic individuals and listen to feedback gathered from the autism community about their library experiences. Translate this information and input into concrete strategies to create an autism-friendly library climate, develop a collection with authentic and affirming representation of autism, and design programming to engage neurodivergent children and teens. Visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kcwHdZ7-0fM
Supporting Students with Invisible Disabilities in the Library Classroom (LibrariesLearn/CSL in Session)
It is estimated that approximately 20% of all students in the United States have some sort of disability. Most of these disabled students have disabilities that are not obvious to an observer. Such disabilities are generally called “invisible disabilities,” or “non-apparent disabilities,” and they include a wide range of conditions that cause physical, medical, psychological, developmental/learning, sensory, or emotional impairments that disrupt a student’s access to education. Invisible disabilities are often poorly understood and hard to identify or diagnose. Students with invisible disabilities may not know they have disabilities and even if they do, may not receive supports or accommodations. In this session, I will give a brief overview of invisible disabilities, neurodivergence, and ableism, then discuss ways to support disabled students in library classrooms. I will frame my discussion from the perspective of the social model of disability (which argues that disability is the product of a society that is not set up to be inclusive) and will explore some of the ideas offered by Universal Design for Learning (UDL,) a well-established method of providing access to disabled students in educational settings. Visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJwpLwwyiH4
Wellness First: Back-to-School Strategies for School Librarians (AASL)
This AASL masterclass, led by wellness advocate and ALA Past President Loida Garcia-Febo, offers practical, sustainable strategies to protect your well-being, recognize burnout, and set healthy boundaries for the new school year. Wellness in the school library context means having the emotional, mental, physical, and ethical capacity to do your job sustainably and live your life with balance. It’s about showing up fully, consistently, and with care—without burning out or breaking down. If you’re a school librarian facing rising expectations and emotional demands, this masterclass offers both self-care frameworks and professional resilience strategies to help you thrive. Visit: https://vimeo.com/1119445738/03d2c6f0ec?share=copy
PROGRAMS BY TOPIC:
ACCESSIBILITY
- Jul 8: Library Compliance with the ADA Title II Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) Rule (Nebraska Library Commission)
- Jul 14: Low vision assistive technology for independence (PACER Center)
ADVOCACY
- Jul 1: Literacy Awards Webinar: Honoring Storytelling and Building Literacy Skills (Library of Congress)
- Jul 13: Know Your Donors: Designing and Leveraging Insights from the Perfect Donor Interview (Nonprofit Learning Lab)
ASSESMENT/PLANNING
- Jul 15: How to Leverage AI to Analyze Learning Metrics That Matter (Training Magazine Network)
- Jul 22: AI Policy in Libraries: Firsthand, Frontline Examples (Bibliotheca)
- Jul 22: Success(ion) Planning: Increasing Impact Through Talent Development (Niche Academy)
- Jul 23: Are You Ready for Agentic AI? A Human First Readiness Check for Nonprofits (Blackbaud)
- Jul 23: Public Library Services for Strong Communities: Results from PLA’s 2025 Survey (Public Library Association)
- Jul 30: Turn strategic planning into MISSION GROWTH (Bloomerang)
- Jul 30: Navigating Grants with Candid (Candid Learning)
BOARDS
- Jul 15: Return on Investment (ROI): Beyond What Your Library is Worth (Niche Academy)
CAREERS (Staff)
- Jul 21: The Art of Peer Delegation: What Actually Works? (GovLoop)
- Jul 30: It’s a Keeper! Handouts That Don’t Go in the Circular File (Training Magazine Network)
CHILDREN & TEENS
- Jul 16: Play-Based Literacy Through Storytelling and Storyacting by Laura Shea (Early Childhood Investigations)
- Jul 22: Literacy Awards Webinar: Get to know the 2025 Literacy Awards Emerging Strategies Honorees (Library of Congress)
DIGITAL RESOURCES
- Jul 23: Orientation to Law Library Collections featuring the Supreme Court of Ohio Law Library (Law Library of Congress)
- Jul 28: The Research Data Services Landscape: How Do You Start And Where Does Your Library Fit In? (NNLM)
FUNDRAISING
- Jul 1: Fundraising Life Hacks: Fitting It All in When You’re Wearing Too Many Hats (CharityHowTo)
- Jul 9: The KEY PRINCIPLE behind donor response (Bloomerang)
- Jul 16: Fast track fundraising prospecting with Candid search (Candid Learning)
- Jul 20: Marketing Trends Nonprofits Need to Know (and Embrace) (Firespring)
- Jul 20: Beyond the Report: Turning Your Evaluation Data Into a Fundraising Asset (NonprofitLearningLab)
- Jul 22: From Clicks to Contributions: Personalizing Your Major Donor Journey (TechSoup)
- Jul 28: How Nonprofits Build Systems That Actually Drive Fundraising and Engagement (TechSoup)
- Jul 29: Boost Your Fundraising Skills (Productive Fundraising)
LEGAL
- Jul 9: An Orientation to Legal Research: U.S. Federal Statutes (Law Library of Congress)
- Jul 16: The Future of E-Rate: Inside the FCC’s Proposal and How to Make Your Voice Heard (SHLB)
- Jul 22: Read the Fine Print: AI Ethics, Responsible Research, and Open Access Alternatives (Library Journal)
- Jul 29: Emerging Best Practices for Responding to Book Challenges (Niche Academy)
LIBRARY SPACES
- Jul 14: Centering Makers’ Values: An Outcomes Framework for Adult Makers in Public Libraries (Public Library Association)
- Jul 14: Destination Library: Crafting Community Spaces from the Outside In (Library Journal)
- Jul 22: Doing an Accessibility Audit of Your Library (NNLM)
MANAGEMENT
- Jul 13: Running Lean Without Running Empty (GrantStation)
- Jul 15: How Modernization Drives Better Outcomes (GovLoop)
OUTREACH & PARTNERS
- Jul 8: What’s Up Wednesday – Reaching Out to Residents Who Are Not (Yet) Library Users (Indiana State Library)
PROGRAMMING
- Jul 14: Seed libraries: Basics and beyond (WebJunction)
- Jul 23: Games and play-based experiences for media and information literacy (WebJunction)
- Jul 29: The History of the American Investor: A Story of the Stock Market from the Business Collections (Library of Congress)
READERS’ ADVISORY
- Jul 14: Adventure is Out There! Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Horror & more! (Booklist)
- Jul 15: Challenging Minds, Changing Hearts: The Power of Middle Grade Coming of Age Tales (Booklist)
- Jul 21: Graphic Jam: Graphic Novels Book Buzz Part 2 (Booklist)
REFERENCE
- Jul 1: Made at the Library: The Summer of ’71: Five Months that Changed the Nation with John Jenkins (Library of Congress)
- Jul 10: Health Literacy: Empowering Librarians as Change Makers for Community Wellness (Simmons)
- Jul 23: Built In, Not Bolted On: Rethinking Professional Development with the Service Owner Model (ASERL)
SCHOOL LIBRARIES
- Jul 8: Science of Reading Coaching Strategies: Bridging the Gap (edWeb)
- Jul 9: HuUbuntu: I Am Because We Are – Reconceptualizing family engagement by Dr. Patrick Makokoro (Early Childhood Investigations)
- Jul 13: Say YES! The Mindset That Unlocks Innovation in Education (edWeb)
- Jul 14: Built to Last: Building Sustainable Technology Teams for the School Year (Follett Community)
- Jul 14: Ready, Set, Connect: Supporting Your School Community This Year (Follett Community)
- Jul 21: What High-Performing Districts Do Differently: How to Turn Strategy Into Results (edWeb)
- Jul 21: Why Motivation Matters: Unlocking Early Reading Success (ebWeb)
- Jul 21: Other Duties as Assigned – Summer Planning in Action: Collaborative Session (Follett Community)
TECHNOLOGY
- Jul 1: Refusal as Instruction: Breaking Up with Big Tech (Niche Academy)
- Jul 8: The Newcomers in Our Collections: Libraries, Vendors and AI-Generated Content (IFLA)
- Jul 9: The Textrovert Effect: Turning Your Zoom & Teams Chat into the Most Powerful Tool in Your Virtual Training Room (Training Magazine Network)
- Jul 13: AI for Everyday Automation: Practical Tools You Can Use This Week (TechSoup)
- Jul 14: Introducing AI with Purpose and Practicality (ASERL)
- Jul 14 (2-3 pm): When AI Comes Knocking: A Decision Framework for Archival Collections (ACRL/Choice360)
- Jul 22: Beyond the Search Bar: Teaching Algorithmic Literacy in Library Instruction (Georgia Library Assn)
- Jul 29: Pretty Sweet Tech (Nebraska Library Commission)
TRAINING & INSTRUCTIONS
- Jul 21: How to Use a Coaching Framework to Build Training Materials That Create Longer-Lasting Learner Benefits (Training Magazine Network)
- Jul 27: Coaching vs. Micromanaging: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters (GovLoop)
VOLUNTEERS
- Jul 7: Back to Basics: Kick Off (idealist-Volunteer Match)
- Jul 14: Back to Basics: Planning for Volunteer Engagement (idealist-Volunteer Match)
- Jul 21: Back to Basics: Planning for Volunteer Engagement (idealist-Volunteer Match)
PROGRAM ABSTRACTS & LOGIN INFORMATION:
Wednesday, Jul 1 (12-1 pm)
Made at the Library: The Summer of ’71: Five Months that Changed the Nation with John Jenkins (Library of Congress)
Join journalist John Jenkins as he discusses his work, “Summer of ’71: Five Months that Changed America,” with Manuscript Division historian Ryan Reft and senior archives specialist Connie Cartledge.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.loc.gov/events/
Wednesday, Jul 1 (12-1 pm)
Refusal as Instruction: Breaking Up with Big Tech (Niche Academy)
Major technology corporations like Google, Amazon, and Meta have become ubiquitous in the digital landscape, and can feel like the only option for patrons and library workers alike. However, these companies’ practices and policies run counter to library values of privacy, intellectual freedom, and the public good. How can we as library workers help our patrons make informed choices about the technologies they use, find alternatives for accomplishing the same tasks, and reduce or eliminate reliance on these platforms? In this presentation, Hannah Cyrus will provide practical strategies for teaching patrons of differing digital literacy levels about the issues and their options, with a focus on public library instruction. From casual reference interactions to program planning, learn how you and your patrons can dump Big Tech.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nicheacademy.com/upcoming-webinars
Wednesday, Jul 1 (1-1:45 pm)
Fundraising Life Hacks: Fitting It All in When You’re Wearing Too Many Hats (CharityHowTo)
Nonprofit fundraising is a lot—events, campaigns, donor stewardship, grants, and everything in between. If you’re juggling too many priorities and struggling to keep up, you’re not alone! But what if you could work smarter, not harder? Join fundraising systems and productivity expert Kelly McLaughlin for a FREE 45-minute webinar packed with actionable “hacks” to help you streamline your work, cut what doesn’t matter, and create synergy across your fundraising efforts. You’ll walk away with practical tips to stay on top of rolling priorities, boost efficiency, and get fundraising done—without burning out. Don’t miss this chance to reclaim your time and make fundraising work for you! Save your spot now!
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.charityhowto.com/nonprofit-live-webinars
Wednesday, Jul 1 (1-2:15 pm)
Literacy Awards Webinar: Honoring Storytelling and Building Literacy Skills (Library of Congress)
In this webinar, NABU, NPR’s Student Podcast Challenge, the Philadelphia Writing Project and Start a Library Trust’s National Read Aloud demonstrate the importance of storytelling in literacy promotion.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.loc.gov/events/
Tuesday, Jul 7 (12-1 pm)
Back to Basics: Kick Off (idealist-Volunteer Match)
Join us as we go Back to Basics this summer! In the Kick Off for this new workshop series we explore what you need to think about and consider to create a strong foundation for volunteer engagement. Whether you’re new to the work, or if you want to evaluate and strengthen your current volunteer engagement strategy this series will give you the tools to engage volunteers effectively. Each of these workshops will build on the content in the previous sessions, if you aren’t able to attend live please plan on reviewing the previous recordings before attending a session.
Full Series Dates: (Tuesdays 12pm MDT)
- Jul 7 Kick Off
- Jul 14 Planning for Volunteer Engagement
- Jul 21 Designing the Work
- Aug 4 Creating the Framework
- Aug 11 Putting the Pieces Together
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.idealist.org/en/orgs/volunteer-engagement-resources
Wednesday, Jul 8 (7-8 am)
The Newcomers in Our Collections: Libraries, Vendors and AI-Generated Content (IFLA)
As generative AI content moves from a future possibility to a current reality, libraries are finding these “newcomers” increasingly present in the publishing and information ecosystems. This shift raises important questions about collection development, collection integrity, bibliographic transparency, and user trust. How do we responsibly respond to these developments in practice? This webinar explores libraries’ responses to the growing presence of AI-generated content in the publishing and information landscape. Grounded in a real-world experience, it highlights how libraries and vendors are collaborating to address these developments, focusing on the preservation of collection integrity and the strengthening of bibliographic transparency.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.ifla.org/events/
Wednesday, Jul 8 (8-9 am)
What’s Up Wednesday – Reaching Out to Residents Who Are Not (Yet) Library Users (Indiana State Library)
Participants will leave this presentation with ideas on how to reach residents who may not regularly utilize the library. This presentation focuses on creative ways to partner with other local organizations, and we will share our success stories of how we were able to bring in more patrons with our outreach efforts.
For more information and to register, visit: https://continuinged.isl.in.gov/find-training/online-training-series/
Wednesday, Jul 8 (9-10 am)
Library Compliance with the ADA Title II Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) Rule (Nebraska Library Commission)
The WCAG Rule requires state and local governments to ensure that their services, programs, and activities are accessible to people with disabilities. Public libraries’ web services and mobile apps must be WCAG 2.1, Level AA compliant within three to four years of when the rule was published on April 24, 2024, depending on their service population. This program will cover what libraries need to do to achieve this compliance.
For more information and to register, visit: https://nlc.nebraska.gov/scripts/calendar/eventlist.asp?Mode=ALL
Wednesday, Jul 8 (12-1 pm)
Science of Reading Coaching Strategies: Bridging the Gap (edWeb)
In Virginia Literacy Partnerships’ work of supporting the implementation of state-level legislation related to literacy instruction, the goal is to align research, policy, and practice so that all students have access to the skills they need to read and comprehend text. Coaching requires intentionality throughout the process of preparing for, implementing, and sustaining change within complex systems. In this edWebinar, experts from Virginia Literacy Partnerships will discuss several of the coaching strategies that they have learned through their experience supporting schools and divisions across the state. This edWebinar will be of interest to K-8 teachers, school leaders, district leaders, and any educator involved in reading instruction and evidence-based literacy instruction.
For more information and to register, visit: https://home.edweb.net/webinars/
Thursday, Jul 9 (11 am-12 pm)
An Orientation to Legal Research: U.S. Federal Statutes (Law Library of Congress)
The Orientation to Legal Research Series provides a basic introduction to legal sources and research techniques. These orientations, taught by legal reference librarians, are typically offered once a month on a rotating basis. This entry in the series provides an overview of U.S. statutory and legislative research, including information about how to find and use the U.S. Code, the U.S. Statutes at Large, and U.S. federal bills and resolutions.
For more information and to register, visit: https://blogs.loc.gov/law/
Thursday, Jul 9 (12-1 pm)
The KEY PRINCIPLE behind donor response (Bloomerang)
Feeling behind on the latest fundraising trends? AI tools, new platforms, shifting algorithms, it never seems to slow down. This session focuses on the marketing principle that stays effective through it all. Learn how to sharpen your messaging, connect with donor motivation, and strengthen results across email, social, ads, and your website.
For more information and to register, visit: https://bloomerang.com/webinars-events
Thursday, Jul 9 (12-1:30 pm)
HuUbuntu: I Am Because We Are – Reconceptualizing family engagement by Dr. Patrick Makokoro (Early Childhood Investigations)
Step into a space where you are invited to experience connection, reflection, and renewal. In this session, you will explore HuUbuntu, an African relational philosophy that reminds us, “I am because we are.” You will be called to reimagine what family engagement means. This is not about a checklist of school events or communication strategies, but a living, breathing practice of interconnectedness. Together with author, academic and founder of the Nhaka Foundation, Dr. Patrick Makokoro, you will trace how knowledge, identity, and moral growth are not individual pursuits, but collective creations shaped within the webs of family, community, and culture. Through guided dialogue and shared stories, you will see how embracing HuUbuntu transforms relationships among educators, families, and children into co-created spaces of belonging. You will leave with a deeper understanding of how to cultivate educational environments that honor the fullness of each child’s communal heritage and lived experience.
For more information and to register, visit: https://earlychildhoodwebinars.com/webinar
Thursday, Jul 9 (1-2 pm)
The Textrovert Effect: Turning Your Zoom & Teams Chat into the Most Powerful Tool in Your Virtual Training Room (Training Magazine Network)
Most virtual training sessions treat the chat window as a sidebar — a place for “got it” and the occasional link. The Textrovert Effect is the discovery that it can be something else entirely: the most powerful participation channel in the room. When the chat opens with intention, introverts and extroverts alike become more active, more honest contributors than open discussion ever produces. Add AI to the equation and facilitators can listen to an entire room at once — surfacing patterns, capturing sentiment, and visualizing participant input in real time, directly on their slides. You’ll discover how to: Understand the Textrovert Effect and design sessions where everyone contributes; Build a framework for when, how, and what to ask in the chat; Use AI to surface and respond to participant insight in real time; Transform your Zoom or Teams chat from a logistics channel into the heart of your session. Fair warning: this session practices what it preaches. Come ready to participate — you may leave having experienced the most interactive virtual training session of your career.
For more information and to register, visit: http://www.trainingmagnetwork.com/calendar
Friday, Jul 10 (12-1 pm)
Health Literacy: Empowering Librarians as Change Makers for Community Wellness (Simmons)
Join the Simmons Center for Information Literacy for a virtual workshop to explore the four critical pillars of health literacy: personal, organizational, digital, and health insurance to bridge the gap between health confusion and community wellness. This webinar offers actionable strategies to help patrons confidently navigate medical jargon, misinformation, online tools and insurance complexities for better personal health outcomes.
For more information and to register, visit: https://calendar.masslibsystem.org/event/16731015
Monday, Jul 13 (9-10 am)
Know Your Donors: Designing and Leveraging Insights from the Perfect Donor Interview (Nonprofit Learning Lab)
Make a plan for how to engage your donors in interviews, get the most out of your donor meetings, and leverage key insights from existing donors to grow your donor base.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nonprofitlearninglab.org/webinars
Monday, Jul 13 (1-11 am)
AI for Everyday Automation: Practical Tools You Can Use This Week (TechSoup)
AI tools are moving fast — but the question nonprofits keep asking isn’t “What can AI do?” It’s “What should we do with it, and where do we even start?” In this session, Dan Lombardi shares a practical framework for finding where AI fits your actual workflows, based on how he uses it daily in his own nonprofit work — not just for drafting, but for automating repetitive tasks, connecting systems, and pulling insights out of data that used to take days. You’ll work through three real use cases at ascending levels of complexity: communications, donor outreach, and data analysis, each grounded in the same principle — AI handles the repetition, you handle the judgment. Whatever tools exist by the time you’re reading this, the underlying approach stays the same: audit your workflows, identify the hand-off points, and build in human review. You’ll leave with a repeatable process you can apply to any tool, task, or budget.
For more information and to register, visit: https://engage.techsoup.org/c/upcoming-events
Monday, Jul 13 (12-12:45 pm)
Running Lean Without Running Empty (GrantStation)
Small nonprofits don’t struggle because their people aren’t working hard enough. When your team is in constant reactive mode, every week can feel like a crisis, burnout quietly becomes the baseline, and the mission you set out to serve gets buried under the operational weight of just keeping things running. During this TargetED, Alice Ruhnke will help you navigate the difference between being busy and being strategic. Using a clear prioritization framework and a set of practical tools you’ll see how to build systems that reduce chaos when full-time operations staff is out of reach. This TargetED is designed for executive directors, operations staff, and nonprofit leaders at lean organizations who are responsible for keeping day-to-day functions running.
For more information and to register, visit: https://grantstation.com/product/online-education/view-all-2
Monday, Jul 13 (1-2 pm)
Say YES! The Mindset That Unlocks Innovation in Education (edWeb)
Join us for an edWebinar with Julie Young on her new book, Say YES! How Virtual Became Reality. Julie was the founding CEO of Florida Virtual School and grew a small, grant-funded pilot into a national model serving millions of students. She went on to be the founding CEO of ASU Prep Digital at Arizona State University. Michael Crow, the President of ASU, says of her book, “The inside story of how a bold experiment grew… by reimagining learning.” Julie continues to be an innovator and edupreneur who understands from personal experience how your mindset is the key to unlocking innovation in education. What happens when we allow ourselves to dream about new learning environments minus the roadblocks? Julie will share stories of experimentation, partnership, and courage, and how a simple shift in thinking can transform what’s possible for students. This interview will be of interest to anyone who wants to understand how we can make meaningful, positive change in education, a topic that is especially relevant at the dawn of the AI age.
For more information and to register, visit: https://home.edweb.net/webinars/
Tuesday, Jul 14 (12-1 pm)
Adventure is Out There! Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Horror & more! (Booklist)
Searching for adventure without leaving the comfort of your favorite reading chair? Look no further than
this free, one-hour webinar! Representatives from Yen Press, Macmillan, ECW Press and HarperCollins will be here to talk about their newest and most adventurous sci-fi, horror and fantasy titles! Susan McGuire, Senior Editor of Collection Management and Library Outreach for Adult Books will host. Register now!
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.booklistonline.com/webinars
Tuesday, Jul 14 (12-1 pm)
Back to Basics: Planning for Volunteer Engagement (idealist-Volunteer Match)
Note: This is part of a series.
How you plan for volunteers is the first step for successful volunteer engagement. This workshop will help you walk through what work is currently being done, what work needs to be done, and where and how that work is getting done by volunteers. If you have existing position descriptions for volunteer roles you may want to review them before joining us for this session. Each of these workshops will build on the content in the previous sessions, if you aren’t able to attend live please plan on reviewing the previous recordings before attending a session.
Full Series Dates: (Tuesdays 12 pm MDT)
- Jul 7 Kick Off
- Jul 14 Planning for Volunteer Engagement
- Jul 21 Designing the Work
- Aug 4 Creating the Framework
- Aug 11 Putting the Pieces Together
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.idealist.org/en/orgs/volunteer-engagement-resources
Tuesday, Jul 14 (12-1 pm)
Centering Makers’ Values: An Outcomes Framework for Adult Makers in Public Libraries (Public Library Association)
Making activities and spaces in public libraries may have started as niche services. But an IMLS-funded National Forum report has documented how they have evolved to become core offerings that advance libraries’ missions through hands-on, community-centered engagement. In this webinar, we will explore a new, research-based outcomes framework you can use to strengthen your libraries’ offerings by providing responsive, inclusive, maker-centered services for adults in your community. At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will be able to: Describe the variety of outcomes adults seek and achieve through making activities in public libraries; Identify strategies for supporting adult makers in pursuing outcomes they prioritize; and Use the outcomes framework to develop or enhance inclusive, responsive making activities and services in your library and to communicate the benefits adults take away. This webinar is intended for public library programming staff, makerspace staff, adult services staff, directors and administrators, as well as MLIS faculty and students.
For more information and to register, visit: http://www.ala.org/pla/education/onlinelearning/webinars
Tuesday, Jul 14 (12-1 pm)
Destination Library: Crafting Community Spaces from the Outside In (Library Journal)
What turns a public building into a vibrant community anchor? It starts long before a patron ever opens a book. Truly impactful library placemaking requires a cohesive, multi-sensory design strategy that seamlessly connects the outdoor civic landscape to the indoor human experience. Join us for a dynamic showcase tailored specifically for library leaders looking to elevate their facility’s visibility, functionality, and community impact. In this webcast, you will hear directly from industry experts as they present practical design solutions for the modern library. Discover how these distinct elements can work together to help you build a unified environment that attracts, guides, and inspires your patrons. The presentations will be followed by a live audience Q&A, giving you the opportunity to get direct advice for your specific facility challenges.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.libraryjournal.com/section/events
Tuesday, Jul 14 (12-1 pm)
Introducing AI with Purpose and Practicality (ASERL)
AI is everywhere, but the applications are not always relevant to the local community or the library. Sure, AI is used in autocorrect, camera lens focus, and all these places, but why should people care? With all the potential harm AI can do, how can we help our communities choose and shape AI tools that make our lives better? Learn how libraries can introduce AI with purpose and practicality through makerspace activities, community conversations, curated guidebooks, strategic partnerships and other creative services. This session will reveal a treasure trove of activities, templates, and tech gadget guides designed to introduce all facets of AI and related technology like the internet of things and robotics. Learn how to customize these existing resources with local examples to introduce AI with purpose in your community.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.aserl.org/#webinars
Tuesday, Jul 14 (12-1 pm)
When AI Comes Knocking: A Decision Framework for Archival Collections (ACRL/Choice360)
Learn how to reframe AI training access for archival collections to help evaluate risk, obligation, and community trust. Tech companies are approaching libraries and archives seeking access to unique collections for AI training. These requests force a question most institutions have never had to answer: under what conditions, if any, should we allow our holdings to train commercial AI systems? This webinar introduces the UVA Archival AI Protocol, a decision framework downloaded over 6,000 times since its release, and the Statement of Shared Practice, a coalition commitment now signed by 17 institutions and growing. Together, they reframe AI training access as a disposition decision rather than an access decision, a distinction that changes how libraries evaluate risk, obligation, and community trust.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.choice360.org/media/webinars/
Tuesday, Jul 14 (1-2 pm)
Low vision assistive technology for independence (PACER Center)
Join us for this webinar to explore assistive technology tools that can help individuals with low vision live more independently. Participants will discover solutions for daily tasks, mobility, and accessing information.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.pacer.org/workshops/
Tuesday, Jul 14 (1-2 pm)
Ready, Set, Connect: Supporting Your School Community This Year (Follett Community)
A strong start to the school year begins with connection. In this webinar, award-winning teacher-librarian Shannon McClintock Miller will share practical ideas to help librarians get their programs, spaces, and outreach ready for back-to-school and beyond. Get a first look at the latest updates to Follett Destiny® Library Manager, Follett Destiny Resource Manager, and Destiny Engage. This release builds on customer feedback and focuses on making everyday work in Destiny easier, more efficient, and more connected. In this session, we’ll share key enhancements across usability and reporting, along with updates that support more effective library and resource management across your school. Whether you use Destiny every day or want to stay current on what’s new, this webinar will help you understand what’s ahead in 24.0 and how these updates can support you and your team.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.follettcommunity.com/s/webinars
Tuesday, Jul 14 (1-2 pm)
Seed libraries: Basics and beyond (WebJunction)
Whether you are just getting started or have an established seed library, this session offers practical tools to support your next steps. We will cover the foundational pieces of launching and managing a seed library—along with fresh ideas to help existing programs stay vibrant and responsive to community needs. Participants will explore simple strategies for organizing collections, engaging volunteers, and offering meaningful programs that keep patrons connected to seeds, gardening, and local food systems. You will leave with adaptable resources, real-world examples, and inspiration to help maintain, strengthen, or expand your seed library with confidence.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction.html
Tuesday, Jul 14 (2:30-3:30 pm)
Built to Last: Building Sustainable Technology Teams for the School Year (Follett Community)
The start of the school year sets the tone for your technology team’s entire culture. In high-demand K–12 environments, tech departments often operate in constant response mode, juggling devices, infrastructure, cybersecurity, instructional support, and “other duties as assigned.” This webinar focuses on building sustainable systems, roles, and routines that protect your team from burnout while increasing impact. Participants will explore strategies for clarifying priorities, aligning with district goals, building cross-department trust, and creating workflows that allow technology teams to move from reactive to strategic. A sustainable tech team is not built on hustle. It is built on structure, clarity, and culture.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.follettcommunity.com/s/webinars
Wednesday, Jul 15 (10-11 am)
How to Leverage AI to Analyze Learning Metrics That Matter (Training Magazine Network)
In this fast-paced, practical session, we’ll show you how to tame platform sprawl, kill data silos and establish an insight-driven ecosystem that your stakeholders trust. You’ll leave with the metrics that actually matter today, a roadmap to consolidate your data and the confidence to drive data fluency across your L&D org. You’ll learn: Why data fluency is the new leadership currency in L&D and how to evolve from activity tracking to outcome prediction; How platform sprawl, manual exports and mismatched taxonomies quietly erode insight, speed and credibility; How to operationalize analytics that inform decisions, not just dashboards; The metrics you should track to link learning to performance, productivity, time-to-competency and business outcomes; Practical ways to connect LMS/learner experience platforms (LXP), human resources information systems (HRIS), customer relationship management (CRM) and performance data; Real-world use cases to inspire you to get started.
For more information and to register, visit: http://www.trainingmagnetwork.com/calendar
Wednesday, Jul 15 (12–12:50 pm)
How Modernization Drives Better Outcomes (GovLoop)
Modernization isn’t just about upgrading technology — it’s about delivering better outcomes for the people you serve. Agencies are rethinking how systems, data, and processes work together to improve service delivery, strengthen security, and operate more efficiently. But progress isn’t easy. Legacy systems, limited resources, and competing priorities can slow things down. So, what’s actually working? Join us as we talk with government and industry leaders about how they’re approaching modernization in a practical, results-driven way.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.govloop.com/training/
Wednesday, Jul 15 (12-1 pm)
Challenging Minds, Changing Hearts: The Power of Middle Grade Coming of Age Tales (Booklist)
Join Booklist and Random House Children’s Books for an engaging author event featuring acclaimed writers of middle grade books that explore contemporary social themes, tough topics, and the journey of coming of age. These compelling stories foster meaningful conversations about identity, friendship, social justice, and resilience, offering young readers honest and thought-provoking perspectives on the challenges they face today. This webinar is perfect for librarians and educators looking for stories that reflect middle grade experiences and inspire empathy and understanding. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from the authors Nic Stone (DASIA (FOREVER), Kate O’Shaughnessy (BRITTLE MAGIC), Chrystal D. Giles (LISTEN TO THE GIRLS), and Andrea Beatriz Arango (NO PLACE ON EARTH) about their creative process and the important themes woven into their books. Register now! Moderated by Booklist’s Books for Youth and Graphic Novels editor Sarah Hunter.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.booklistonline.com/webinars
Wednesday, Jul 15 (12-1 pm)
Return on Investment (ROI): Beyond What Your Library is Worth (Niche Academy)
A library should never be looked at solely in terms of numbers, but adding numbers to your library’s narrative can deepen understanding of your library’s value to its community. Because libraries receive taxpayer dollars to provide services to their communities, comparing the value of those services to the taxpayer investment can be a powerful tool in telling your library’s story. Broadcasting your library’s return on investment can help budget decision-makers understand how far a library can stretch a taxpayer dollar and demonstrate that their library is a worthy investment in their community. In this webinar, Al Hayden, Library Advisory Specialist with the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, will discuss a library’s return on investment (ROI): how to calculate it, how to communicate it, and how to combine it with other library data to create a fuller, richer picture of your library. Library administrators and library advocates will come away with an additional tool in their data toolkit and resources that can enrich your library’s narrative. Nonprofits, such as Friends of Libraries and 501(c)3 Trustees Boards, can also use this information to communicate to their stakeholders and donors the impact of their donations.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nicheacademy.com/upcoming-webinars
Thursday, Jul 16 (12-1:45 pm)
Fast track fundraising prospecting with Candid search (Candid Learning)
Fundraising can feel complicated; Candid has resources to help make it easier. In this webinar, learn how Candid helps nonprofits find the right funders, build strong prospect lists, and make meaningful connections—faster. We’ll show you how to use Candid to prospect smarter, assess opportunities, and strengthen funder relationships, while saving time and resources. You’ll also see how new AI tools in Candid are changing what’s possible for nonprofits at every stage of the fundraising process.
For more information and to register, visit: https://learning.candid.org/page/live-training
Thursday, Jul 16 (12-1 pm)
The Future of E-Rate: Inside the FCC’s Proposal and How to Make Your Voice Heard (SHLB)
The FCC has released a draft proposal that asks whether E-Rate should be limited or sunset. This webinar will explain what the proposal says and what it could mean for schools and libraries. The SHLB Coalition will walk through the main parts of the proposal, including the questions about screen time, rural and urban funding, and the future of the program. We will also cover how to file a comment with the FCC, what to include, and when the comment window opens. Join us to learn what is in the proposal and how to respond.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.shlb.org/events/
Thursday, Jul 16 (12-1:30 pm)
Play-Based Literacy Through Storytelling and Storyacting by Laura Shea (Early Childhood Investigations)
This professional development session explores how you can use storytelling and storyacting to support early literacy in young children. Rooted in research, including the science of reading, this hands-on training provides practical strategies to enhance vocabulary, narrative skills, and concepts about print through play-based, child-led storytelling experiences. Storytelling is one of the oldest and most powerful tools for fostering connection, imagination, and learning in young children. This session explores how you can harness storytelling and storyacting to support foundational literacy skills in developmentally responsive, playful ways. Drawing from research-based insights, including the Science of Reading, and years of hands-on experience, this session offers practical strategies you can immediately implement in your classrooms. This session is designed to empower you with realistic, actionable techniques to integrate storytelling into daily rhythms and transitions. By the end, you will leave with a toolkit, a plan for overcoming common challenges, and renewed confidence in your ability to nurture a love of literacy through play and creativity.
For more information and to register, visit: https://earlychildhoodwebinars.com/webinar
Monday, Jul 20 (8-9 am)
Marketing Trends Nonprofits Need to Know (and Embrace) (Firespring)
Marketing trends come and go, but the top marketing trends are the ones worth adopting. Digital marketing, content marketing, social media marketing—each plays a role in a nonprofit’s strategy. Join us to discuss the marketing trends that’ll shape your nonprofit’s future and grow your impact.
For more information and to register, visit: https://firespring.com/resources/webinars/
Monday, Jul 20 (9-10 am)
Beyond the Report: Turning Your Evaluation Data Into a Fundraising Asset (Nonprofit Learning Lab)
Organizations invest in evaluation — then the report sits on a shelf. But that data is exactly what strengthens grant proposals and sharpens donor conversations. This workshop gives professionals a structured process for identifying what their data is saying and translating findings into language that resonates with funders, donors, and boards.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nonprofitlearninglab.org/webinars
Tuesday, Jul 21 (10-11 pm)
How to Use a Coaching Framework to Build Training Materials That Create Longer-Lasting Learner Benefits (Training Magazine Network)
What if your training content was built to be coached from day one? This webinar introduces how to design training programs using a coaching framework such as QALMS to ensure lessons are not only learned—but lived. Attendees will learn how to embed reflection questions, learning projects, and coaching prompts directly into instructional design to create a culture of application and growth. This approach moves training beyond one-way information delivery into interactive, habit-forming development. When coaching principles shape the design, learners don’t just attend training—they experience reinforcement every step of the way. Key Takeaways: Learn how to integrate coaching questions and reflection into training content. Discover how to structure modules around QALMS for sustained behavior change. Design post-session learning projects that promote accountability. Receive a sample “coachable training template” to adapt for your organization.
For more information and to register, visit: http://www.trainingmagnetwork.com/calendar
Tuesday, Jul 21 (12-12:50 pm)
The Art of Peer Delegation: What Actually Works? (GovLoop)
Delegating to direct reports is one thing — delegating to peers is another. In collaborative environments, getting work done often requires influence, trust, and shared accountability rather than formal authority. Join us to explore practical approaches for peer delegation, empowering others to contribute their expertise, and creating stronger partnerships across teams. You’ll hear from an expert as they share common challenges and strategies to help work move forward without creating confusion or frustration.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.govloop.com/training/
Tuesday, Jul 21 (12-1 pm)
Back to Basics: Planning for Volunteer Engagement (idealist-Volunteer Match)
Note: This is part of a series.
How volunteer roles are designed can either set volunteers up for success or build in frustration from the start. This workshop will help you think through the work volunteers do and help you create appropriate responsibilities and accountabilities for each role. Each of these workshops will build on the content in the previous sessions, if you aren’t able to attend live please plan on reviewing the previous recordings before attending a session.
Full Series Dates: (Tuesdays 12pm MDT)
- Jul 7 Kick Off
- Jul 14 Planning for Volunteer Engagement
- Jul 21 Designing the Work
- Aug 4 Creating the Framework
- Aug 11 Puting the Pieces Together
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.idealist.org/en/orgs/volunteer-engagement-resources
Tuesday, Jul 21 (12-1 pm)
Graphic Jam: Graphic Novels Book Buzz Part 2 (Booklist)
We can’t wait for Graphic Novels in Libraries Month! We’ll be celebrating in so many ways, including part 2 of our popular two-part series. Join us for our free one-hour webinar, “Graphic Jam!” Hear from Penguin Young Readers, Simon & Schuster, Oni Press, Andrews McMeel and Fantagraphics about all their hottest #ReadGraphic titles! Hosted by Sarah Hunter, Booklist Editor for Graphic Novels and Books for Youth at Booklist. Register now!
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.booklistonline.com/webinars
Tuesday, Jul 21 (12-1 pm)
What High-Performing Districts Do Differently: How to Turn Strategy Into Results (edWeb)
Most K–12 districts have the vision. More than half have a Portrait of a Graduate framework in place. Nearly 60% report alignment between curricula and assessment. And AI adoption is accelerating, helping teachers to streamline workflows. But new research from Tyton Partners reveals a persistent execution gap, with instructional teams struggling to make data actionable and leverage AI tools to truly improve learning outcomes. Join this edLeader Panel to examine where the gaps are largest, what distinguishes districts that turn strategy into results, and what it will take to move from ambition to impact this school year. This edLeader Panel will be of interest to K-12 superintendents, assistant superintendents, and curriculum directors.
For more information and to register, visit: https://home.edweb.net/webinars/
Tuesday, Jul 21 (2-3 pm)
Why Motivation Matters: Unlocking Early Reading Success (ebWeb)
Only a small percentage of children today report enjoying reading for pleasure, and motivation to read begins to decline as early as first grade. For educators, this presents both a challenge and an opportunity. In this engaging, research-based edWebinar, Dr. Molly Ness will explore how reading motivation fuels academic achievement and the development of foundational reading skills, such as word recognition, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. She’ll unpack why intrinsic motivation is linked to deeper comprehension, higher achievement, and greater persistence with challenging texts, and reveal the critical role of self-efficacy: when young learners believe they can succeed as readers, they’re more willing to take risks, stay engaged, and read more. Whether you’re working to build a strong early literacy foundation, boost engagement, or cultivate a culture of joyful reading, this session will equip you with practical tools and research-based insights to better support every student’s journey toward becoming a confident, capable reader. This edWebinar will be of interest to K–3 teachers and school and district leaders.
For more information and to register, visit: https://home.edweb.net/webinars/
Tuesday, Jul 21 (2:30-3:30 pm)
Other Duties as Assigned – Summer Planning in Action: Collaborative Session (Follett Community)
Summer in education is anything but quiet. It’s the season for planning, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and trying to set the school year up for success before students and staff return. Join this collaborative session for district and school technology leaders, and hosted by Dr. Matthew X. Joseph, to share what summer work really looks like behind the scenes. From project planning and system preparation to unexpected roadblocks, last-minute fixes, and lessons learned, this conversation is designed to surface practical ideas and honest insights from peers doing the work. Participants will explore tips, tricks, common frustrations, and strategies for managing competing priorities during one of the busiest times of the year. This is a space for crowdsourced information sharing, real-world discussion, and actionable takeaways that can help teams navigate summer more smoothly and head into the new school year with greater clarity and confidence.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.follettcommunity.com/s/webinars
Wednesday, Jul 22 (9-10 pm)
Read the Fine Print: AI Ethics, Responsible Research, and Open Access Alternatives (Library Journal)
Artificial intelligence tools are now embedded in how patrons find, synthesize, and cite information, but most users have never looked at the fine print. In this hourlong webcast, we’ll work to change that. Rather than debate whether AI belongs in research, we’ll examine what the public policies of popular AI tools actually say about copyright, data use, and attribution—and how you can help steer patrons toward more transparent alternatives. Join us to: Explore a comparison framework and ready-to-use recommendations for guiding patrons from higher-risk tools toward more reliable research choices. Discover how collection development decisions can support ethical research practices. Walk through CloudSource OA, an OA-forward platform that anchors responsible research workflows by offering patrons easy access to quality resources with built-in citation support, no login barriers, and no per-user costs. Whether you’re seeking a clearer understanding of the AI tool landscape, a practical comparison guide you can use with patrons, or collection development strategies that champion research integrity without breaking the budget, this webinar is for you. Register today.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.libraryjournal.com/section/events
Wednesday, Jul 22 (10-11 am)
AI Policy in Libraries: Firsthand, Frontline Examples (Bibliotheca)
Join us for a follow-up to Get the Scoop, Beat the Fear, Make it Work for You (and Your Patrons). In this installment, you’ll hear directly from a Community Engagement Specialist and a Technology Librarian about their approaches to writing and implementing AI policies in libraries. They’ll discuss standalone AI policies and those incorporated into existing policies; how often they review AI policies; getting staff buy-in; and managing learning curves. With real-world examples and time for Q&A, you’ll leave prepared to take the policy plunge.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.bibliotheca.com/category/blog/webinars/
Wednesday, Jul 22 (11 am-12 pm)
From Clicks to Contributions: Personalizing Your Major Donor Journey (TechSoup)
Stop guessing what your donors want. Learn how to use email engagement to uncover specific constituent interests, segment your list automatically, and nurture prospects toward high-impact one-on-one relationships.
For more information and to register, visit: https://engage.techsoup.org/c/upcoming-events
Wednesday, Jul 22 (12-1 pm)
Beyond the Search Bar: Teaching Algorithmic Literacy in Library Instruction (Georgia Library Association)
We find ourselves in a world inundated with algorithmic interactions—whether we realize it or not—when we shop online, use a search engine, or scroll through our social media feed. As a result, any amount of information we interact with in an online environment will have been touched by an algorithm. If we remain unaware of where, how, and why algorithms exist, it will be impossible to strategically use them and actively combat embedded biases. Learn how to integrate algorithmic literacy principles in standard library instruction sessions by highlighting the role of algorithms in the search technologies used to find information. Activities presented in this session have been conducted in academic library sessions, but they can be adapted to any audience type.
For more information and to register, visit: https://georgialibraryassociation.org/Carterette-Series-Webinars
Wednesday, Jul 22 (12-1 pm)
Doing an Accessibility Audit of Your Library (NNLM)
This session will focus on doing a basic physical accessibility audit of your library space. This session will not make you an expert but it will give you a lot of things to think about and resources to help you to do an audit. While the focus will be on physical accessibility, we will also briefly touch on electronic accessibility to raise awareness of it. The session is applicable to not just libraries but to a variety of work settings. Questions are encouraged.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nnlm.gov/training
Wednesday, Jul 22 (12-1 pm)
Success(ion) Planning: Increasing Impact Through Talent Development (Niche Academy)
In this webinar, Elizabeth Kurtz will help you learn practical tools to keep your staff engaged, prevent burnout, and reduce turnover. Discover practical, easy-to-use (and often free) tools to keep staff engaged, prevent burnout, and create clear pathways for growth, even without a formal HR structure. Small investments in talent development yield big results in program quality, continuity, and impact. You’ll explore the real costs of turnover—not just financially, but in lost momentum and outcomes—and see how building your team can be one of the highest-return strategies for advancing your mission.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nicheacademy.com/upcoming-webinars
Wednesday, Jul 22 (1-2:15 pm)
Literacy Awards Webinar: Get to know the 2025 Literacy Awards Emerging Strategies Honorees (Library of Congress)
In this webinar, we introduce our five Emerging Strategies honorees of 2025 — Dyslexia Alliance for Black Children, Loxion Mobile Library, Start Lighthouse, Teach for Change Nigeria’s Literacy Amidst Violent Conflict Program and Welcome Home Jersey City’s Literary Initiative — who will share their experience as recently established literacy organizations.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.loc.gov/events/
Thursday, Jul 23 (11 am-12 pm)
Are You Ready for Agentic AI? A Human First Readiness Check for Nonprofits (Blackbaud)
A practical, human first roadmap to AI readiness for mission driven teams. AI is already reshaping fundraising and nonprofit operations—but many leaders are stuck on the wrong question: “Should we use AI?” A better one is: “Are we ready?” In this thought leadership session, Matt Connell—a Blackbaud University instructor and nonprofit practitioner—breaks down what “agentic AI” really means, why readiness matters, and how to move forward with confidence and care. Expect clear definitions, practical guidance, and a candid, experience-based perspective that keeps people (and trust) at the center. You don’t need a bigger team to take a smart next step—you need a steadier foundation. Join us and get ready to lead with clarity.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.blackbaud.com/events/all-events
Thursday, Jul 23 (11 am-12 pm)
Orientation to Law Library Collections featuring the Supreme Court of Ohio Law Library (Law Library of Congress)
The Orientation to Law Library Collections (OLLC) Webinar is designed for patrons familiar with legal research who would like an introduction to the Law Library of Congress’s collections and services. The purpose of the State Law Libraries Outreach Project is to strengthen the ties between the Law Library of Congress and state law libraries by sharing information about our collections, products, and services with one another and with the public. This project involves providing a guest spot for state law librarians, or their designees, to discuss the collections and services they offer during our OLLC webinars.
For more information and to register, visit: https://blogs.loc.gov/law/
Thursday, Jul 23 (12-1 pm)
Public Library Services for Strong Communities: Results from PLA’s 2025 Survey (Public Library Association)
Learn about the results from the 2025 Public Library Services for Strong Communities Survey, including key information on the public library programs, services, partnerships, and facilities geared towards meeting needs and fostering resilient communities. The results address questions about the types of age-specific programs libraries are offering, whether libraries’ services and partnerships are delivered formally or informally, and the recent updates to library facilities including new builds and mobile service outlets. The powerful, actionable evidence from the Services Survey supports planning and advocacy at the local, state, and national level. Presenters will share how your library can use the survey report and PLA’s data tools to understand and improve your library’s performance, demonstrate value, and increase impact in your community. At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will be able to: Identify current trends in public library programs, services, and facilities; Consider application of the survey results at the local level and through peer comparisons; and Preview relevant Benchmark visualizations and make a plan to participate in future PLA surveys. This webinar is intended for public library directors and administrators, as well as all library staff making data-driven decisions about programs and services.
For more information and to register, visit: http://www.ala.org/pla/education/onlinelearning/webinars
Thursday, Jul 23 (12-1:30 pm)
Built In, Not Bolted On: Rethinking Professional Development with the Service Owner Model (ASERL)
Academic libraries have grappled with how to balance generalist and specialist roles, as well as liaison and functional models of service. This webinar introduces UGA Libraries’ practical response to this tension: a “service owner model” in which each librarian takes responsibility for a designated service area — such as AI literacy, evidence synthesis, citation management, online learning, and subject support — with the charge to develop and help distribute expertise across the broader team. Central to this model is a departmental commitment to making learning and professional development a shared, ongoing practice: a “team sport” rather than a solo endeavor. Presenters will describe how this model emerged from a deliberate shift away from traditional subject liaisons and toward a team-based approach in which librarians serve as generalist librarians. Attendees will leave with a potential framework for balancing specialist and generalist expertise, and a sense of what this looks and feels like in practice.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.aserl.org/#webinars
Thursday, Jul 23 (1-2 pm)
Games and play-based experiences for media and information literacy (WebJunction)
Games and play-based experiences offer fun and accessible ways to engage your patrons of all ages about media and information literacy. In this session, researchers will share why games can be an effective method to teach about the information environment across a variety of library settings using formats such as escape rooms and adaptations of popular, existing games. Attendees will also learn about a ready-to-use set of resources created by the University of Washington Information School. These resources cover a wide range of topics including media literacy basics, AI-generated images, and how information flows online.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction.html
Monday, Jul 27 (2-2:30 pm)
Coaching vs. Micromanaging: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters (GovLoop)
Most supervisors want to support their teams — but where’s the line between helpful guidance and too much oversight? In this candid virtual discussion, we’ll explore the differences between coaching and micromanaging, how each affects employee engagement and performance, and what leaders can do to build trust while maintaining accountability.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.govloop.com/training/
Tuesday, Jul 28 (11 am-12 pm)
How Nonprofits Build Systems That Actually Drive Fundraising and Engagement (TechSoup)
Many nonprofits struggle to build systems that truly support fundraising and engagement, often relying on disconnected tools and fragmented processes. Without a clear connection between fundraising, marketing, and operations, it becomes difficult to create a cohesive supporter experience. As a result, opportunities for deeper engagement and growth are often missed. In this session, Tapp Network will explore how nonprofits can build systems that actually drive fundraising and engagement. Topics include connecting fundraising, marketing, and operations, defining what a true supporter journey looks like, and where automation and AI can create meaningful impact. Attendees will gain clarity on how to design more effective systems that support stronger, more connected outcomes.
For more information and to register, visit: https://engage.techsoup.org/c/upcoming-events
Tuesday, Jul 28 (11 am-12 pm)
The Research Data Services Landscape: How Do You Start And Where Does Your Library Fit In? (NNLM)
Are you curious about what this whole data thing entails? Are you interested in starting new research data services at your institution? Have you considered a career in data services? If you answered “yes” to any of those questions, this webinar is for you. We’ll discuss how to start and where your library fits in. Research data services (or RDS) covers a broad span of service types, service models, and approaches. It is crucial that those leading these efforts are aware of the needs of their institutions and the capabilities they have within their department or library as well as steps they can take to build expertise and scale services.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nnlm.gov/training
Wednesday, Jul 29 (9 -10 am)
Pretty Sweet Tech (Nebraska Library Commission)
Special monthly episodes of NCompass Live! Join the NLC’s Technology Innovation Librarian, Amanda Sweet, as she guides us through the world of library-related Pretty Sweet Tech.
For more information and to register, visit: https://nlc.nebraska.gov/scripts/calendar/eventlist.asp?Mode=ALL
Wednesday, Jul 29 (11 am-12 pm)
Boost Your Fundraising Skills (Productive Fundraising)
Did you know that as a frontline staff member you are a fundraiser for your organization? Yes, that’s right. Actually, all staff members are fundraisers. Fundraising is a shared role in which everyone has certain responsibilities. As a frontline worker, you are the face of your organization. Often times you have more interaction with the organization’s patrons and donors than the executive staff and board do. Join fundraising master trainer, Chad Barger, ACFRE, ACNP, for this workshop which will cover simple, practical steps that you can use to support fundraising (so your organization can get a few more things off the wish list), without having to ask anyone for money.
For more information and to register, visit: https://productivefundraising.com/event/
Wednesday, Jul 29 (11 am-12 pm)
The History of the American Investor: A Story of the Stock Market from the Business Collections (Library of Congress)
In this webinar, Library of Congress Business Section staff will look at 250 years of Americans investing in the stock market by showing items from our collections representing six different eras. From 1800s stock market listing statements to turn of the 20th century bucket shop exposés to the Y2K dotcom bubble coverage, join us for a show-and-tell of select Library of Congress collections.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.loc.gov/events/
Wednesday, Jul 29 (12-1 pm)
Emerging Best Practices for Responding to Book Challenges (Niche Academy)
Over the past two years, members of the Mapping Information Access research group, including Emily Knox, Shannon Oltmann, and Andy Zalot, have been interviewing public library directors to find out more about their experiences with book challenges. Several new best practices for policies and guidelines have emerged from these interviews. Join Emily Knox and Shannon M. Oltmann as they share preliminary findings from this research, including best practices to implement in your library.
For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nicheacademy.com/upcoming-webinars
Thursday, Jul 30 (10-11 pm)
It’s a Keeper! Handouts That Don’t Go in the Circular File (Training Magazine Network)
Tired of watching participants toss your handouts aside? The problem isn’t handouts—it’s how they’re designed. In this session, you’ll transform your materials into engaging learning tools participants actually use. Discover seven participant-centered design principles, explore six interactive handout page types (like completion pages, windowpanes, and action planning), and learn the Need to Know, Nice to Know, Where to Go framework for organizing content. You’ll leave with practical strategies to reduce “death by bullet point” and create handouts that promote retention and application. Learning Objectives: Identify seven participant-centered handout design principles that increase engagement and retention; Explore six types of interactive handout pages suited to different learning needs and content types; Learn the Need to Know, Nice to Know, Where to Go framework to organize handout content for maximum relevance and usability.
For more information and to register, visit: http://www.trainingmagnetwork.com/calendar
Thursday, Jul 30 (12-1 pm)
Turn strategic planning into MISSION GROWTH (Bloomerang)
A strong strategic plan can shape fundraising success long after the planning process ends. In this session, join Funding for Good to discover expert insights into how to secure funding for planning efforts, create stronger donor-facing proposals, and develop plans that support organizational priorities.
For more information and to register, visit: https://bloomerang.com/webinars-events
Thursday, Jul 30 (12-1:30 pm)
Navigating Grants with Candid (Candid Learning)
Securing grant funding starts with knowing where to look and what funders truly care about. This introductory course is designed for anyone looking to build a stronger foundation for their funding efforts, including nonprofit staff members, board members, and community advocates. You will discover what funders are really looking for in the nonprofits they support and how to identify the right funding opportunities for your organization. This class gives you the essential knowledge to start your grantseeking journey with confidence.
For more information and to register, visit: https://learning.candid.org/page/live-training