Free Online Learning Opportunities for May, 2023

Thanks to the Wyoming State Library for sharing this great list of online learning opportunities with us all. (All events are listed in MT time).

Do you have a free program that you would like to share? Add it to the calendar here: https://library.wyo.gov/community/training-calendar/

ONLINE CONFERENCES

May 4 (7-3:30 pm) Library Journal Day of Dialog 2023 Spring (Library Journal) For more than two decades, Library Journal’s Day of Dialog has been the most anticipated librarian-only gathering of the year. Now it’s gone digital and is free to attend! Once again, you’ll hear from top authors in genre fiction, literary fiction, and nonfiction. And you still get to dialog by visiting virtual booths, talking with authors, and networking with colleagues. Visit: https://www.libraryjournal.com/section/events

Thursday, May 18 (7-4 pm) School Library Journal Day of Dialog 2023 Spring (School Library Journal)

Join us May 18 for SLJ Day of Dialog, the most anticipated librarian gathering of the spring 2023 publishing season—fully virtual and free to attend! Our daylong program of author panels, in-depth conversations, and keynote talks will leave you informed, inspired, and entertained. Come hear about the hottest forthcoming titles for children, tweens, and teens, from nonfiction and romance to picture books and graphic novels. You can also visit the virtual exhibit hall to network with leading publishers, enjoy intimate author chats, and download digital galleys and other free resources. Visit: https://www.slj.com/section/events

May 23, May 25 (2-4 pm) A Tale of Two Archives: Digital Records Management in Oregon and Wyoming (National Historical Publications & Records Commission, Wyoming State Archives, and the Oregon State Archives) In celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Wyoming State Archives digital archives program, Wyoming is collaborating with the Oregon State Archives to bring you a digital records management workshop with presenters from both institutions with a special presentation from Alejandra Robinson, WY SHRAB member and Public Relations Director and Archives Manager for the Eastern Shoshone Tribe, on considerations for working with tribal nations records. Visit: https://wyoarchives.wyo.gov/index.php/news-events

AT YOUR LEISURE – Pre-recorded webinars to view at your convenience

Autism is Welcome Here (Colorado State Library)

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=h9LDiSDnvrU

Finding and Sharing Primary Source Documents (National Archives)

DocsTeach provides access to thousands of primary sources – letters, photographs, speeches, posters, maps, videos, and other document types – that span the course of American history. During this session, you will learn how to find primary sources and utilize our resources for primary source analysis. Visit: https://www.docsteach.org/resources/professional-development/recordings#FindingDocuments

Little Makers: Facilitation and Reflection (Infopeople) How you become a model and effective facilitator is one of the most important parts of your programming. Equally as important is how you empower parents and caregivers to engage with their young children during your program and once they leave your library. In this webinar, we will explore how the Little Makers program (geared towards children ages 2-6) at New Hampshire’s Keene Public Library approached facilitation and gathering feedback from staff and families to make adjustments and keep improving. Visit: https://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info?id=1060&reset=1

Making the Best of Bad Information (Colorado State Library)

We’ve all interacted with patrons who are insistent that their research path has led them to a fact when, in fact, it hasn’t. There have always been wild ideas around, but theories with very little evidence behind them are getting more traction in mainstream society and showing up more often in our libraries. We’ll look at the causes of the explosion of misinformation and how it coincides with mistrust of authoritative sources as well as discuss communication tips for talking to patrons. Visit: https://www.librarieslearn.org/calendar/making-the-best-of-bad-information

Discover Primary Source Documents within Gale In Context (Gale)

Primary sources within your Gale In Context resources provide first-hand insight into history and valuable comparisons to current events. This webinar will share strategies to help you discover Gale In Context primary sources and use these documents to enhance course instruction and assignments. Visit: https://support.gale.com/doc/discover-webinar

15 Minutes to Mastery: Expand Research Skills with Gale’s Highlights and Notes (Gale)

Gale’s Highlights and Notes helps users develop and expand their research skills. In this 15 minutes to mastery session recording, we’ll share best practices and unique ideas for using the Highlights and Notes tool to support researchers of all levels. Visit: https://support.gale.com/doc/15min-HighlightsandNotes-012121

ADVOCACY

May 10: 5 Secrets of Email Marketing Geniuses (Nonprofit Hub)
May 30: Storytelling for Impact (Firespring)

ASSESSMENT & PLANNING

May 3: Introduction to measuring your impact (Candid Learning)
May 10: 10-Step Budgeting Process (Propel Nonprofits)
May 17: What Candidates Want: Revamping your Recruitment (Indiana State Library)
May 17: Introduction to project budgets (Candid Learning)
May 25: Expense Management in Challenging Economic Times (Charity Village)

ACCESSIBILITY

May 15: Choosing Reading Tools to Match Reading Material (PACER)
May 17: Disability Accommodations in Libraries (Niche Academy)

BOARDS

May 4: 7 Strategies for Building Relationships With the Board of Directors (Bloomerang)
May 18: May 18: Directors’ and Officers’ Liability (Charity Village)
May 18: Third Thursdays Trustee Topics: Conversations For and About Libraries (Washington State Library)
May 23: DEI and Your Board: Why Boards Need to Act Now! (Nonprofit Learning Lab)
May 31: How to Get Your Board to Fundraise (Productive Fundraising)

CAREERS

May 10: Leave Your Stress @ Work! (Idaho Commission for Libraries)
May 11: Adding CareerOneStop to Your Workforce Development Toolkit (Public Library Association)
May 25: How to Build an Inclusive and Welcoming Brand (Nonprofit Learning Lab)

CHILDREN & TEENS

May 10: Interview With Kwame Alexander About “The Crossover” TV Series (Follett)
May 18: Inclusive Sensory-Rich Nature Play for Children’s 7 Senses (Early Childhood Investigations)
May 18: Port in the Storm: How you can support LGBTQ+ youth (Indiana State Library)
May 25: Mean Girls (and Boys!): Why Young Children Act In Unkind Ways and How To Help (Early Childhood Investigations)

COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT & MANAGEMENT

May 2: Thrillers, True Crime, and Mysteries, Oh My! (Booklist)
May 2: Where to Find Aid and How to Get Training for Disasters (Connecting to Collections Care)
May 2: There When You Need Us: Crisis Collecting Support (Core/American Library Association)
May 3: Books for Hi-Lo/Reluctant and Struggling Readers (School Library Journal)
May 12: Summer Scares Middle-Grade Panel (Booklist)
May 16: Page-Turning Picture Books (Booklist)
May 16: Crash Course in Fantasy (Novelist)
May 17: NCompass Live: Read the Rainbow: Serving the LGBTQ+ Community in Your Library (Nebraska Library Commission)

COMMUNICATION

May 9: How To Build An Effective Data Dashboard (Nonprofit Learning Lab)
May 10: 5 Secrets of Email Marketing Geniuses (Nonprofit Hub)
May 25: Mean Girls (and Boys!): Why Young Children Act In Unkind Ways and How To Help (Early Childhood Investigations)

DIGITAL RESOURCES

May 11: Introduction to the USGS Publications Warehouse (Federal Depository Library Program)
May 24: Get AI Literate: Know What it Can Do and What it Can’t (GovLoop)
May 24: Using Technology to Combat Fake News: The Impact of Misinformation on Chronic Condition Self-Management Behaviors (Network of the National Library of Medicine)
May 25: Reading Video Games as Literature (Colorado State Library)

DATABASES & E-RESOURCES

May 4: NoveList Plus Basics (Novelist)
May 16: Crash Course in Fantasy (Novelist)
May 18: 15 Minutes to Mastery: Discover Spanish Forms within Gale LegalForms (Gale)

DEVELOPMENT & MANAGING CHANGE

May 3: NCompass Live: Public Libraries & Wikipedia: Creative Collaborations (Nebraska Library Commission)
May 4: Distinguished Seminar Series: Sustainability—A Call to Action for the Library Community (WebJunction)
May 9: The Research Data Services Landscape: How Do You Start And Where Does Your Library Fit In? (Network of the National Library of Medicine)
May 10: Leave Your Stress @ Work! (Idaho Commission for Libraries)

EQUITY, DIVERSITY, & INCLUSION

May 17: Disability Accommodations in Libraries (Niche Academy)
May 17: NCompass Live: Read the Rainbow: Serving the LGBTQ+ Community in Your Library (Nebraska Library Commission)
May 18: Port in the Storm: How you can support LGBTQ+ youth (Indiana State Library)
May 23: DEI and Your Board: Why Boards Need to Act Now! (Nonprofit Learning Lab)
May 24: NCompass Live: La Biblioteca Es Para Ti – Building Community Relationships in a Different Language (Nebraska Library Commission)
May 25: How to Build an Inclusive and Welcoming Brand (Nonprofit Learning Lab)
May 31: Digital Inclusion 101 (Indiana State Library)

FUNDRAISING

May 2: Cut Costs and Get Creative with Nonprofit Appeals (Firespring)
May 3: The Surprising Secret to Fundraising Success (Bloomerang)
May 3: From One-Time Donors to Lifelong Supporters – Advanced Strategies for Donor Retention (CharityHowTo)
May 9: The Art of Donor Stewardship (WyoGives)
May 11: How to Outsmart Inflation: Using Data to Navigate Fundraising During Challenging Times (CharityHowTo)
May 11: Introduction to finding grants (Candid Learning)
May 16: Mobile Marketing Tips for Every Generation (Firespring)
May 17: Introduction to project budgets (Candid Learning)
May 31: How to Get Your Board to Fundraise (Productive Fundraising)

LEGAL

May 11: Orientation to Legal Research Series: U.S. Case Law (Law Library of Congress)
May 16: Orientation to Law Library Collections Webinar (Law Library of Congress)
May 18: Directors’ and Officers’ Liability (Charity Village)

LIBRARY SPACES

May 2: Where to Find Aid and How to Get Training for Disasters (Connecting to Collections Care)
May 2: There When You Need Us: Crisis Collecting Support (Core/American Library Association)
May 4: Networking Strategies Improve Disaster Readiness (Core/American Library Association)
May 17: Disability Accommodations in Libraries (Niche Academy)
May 18: Library Safety and Security: A Holistic Approach (WebJunction)
May 18: Port in the Storm: How you can support LGBTQ+ youth (Indiana State Library)

MANAGEMENT

May 2: Where to Find Aid and How to Get Training for Disasters (Connecting to Collections Care)
May 2: There When You Need Us: Crisis Collecting Support (Core/American Library Association)
May 3: Blindsided at Work: One Strike and You’re Out (Georgia Library Association)
May 4: Distinguished Seminar Series: Sustainability—A Call to Action for the Library Community (WebJunction)
May 4: Networking Strategies Improve Disaster Readiness (Core/American Library Association)
May 10: 10-Step Budgeting Process (Propel Nonprofits)
May 17: What Candidates Want: Revamping your Recruitment (Indiana State Library)
May 18: Library Safety and Security: A Holistic Approach (WebJunction)
May 22: Time Management: How to Get Everything…Err, Most Things Done (GovLoop)
May 25: Expense Management in Challenging Economic Times (Charity Village)

OUTREACH & PARTNERSHIPS

May 3: Library Services to Homeschoolers (Niche Academy)
May 11: Adding CareerOneStop to Your Workforce Development Toolkit (Public Library Association)
May 16: Responding to User Interests with Government Information: One FDL’s Approach (Federal Depository Library Program)
May 24: ALA’s Peggy Barber Tribute Grant 2022 Winners: Colorado State University Pueblo and Udall (KS) Public Library (Programming Librarian)
May 24: NCompass Live: La Biblioteca Es Para Ti – Building Community Relationships in a Different Language (Nebraska Library Commission)

PROGRAMMING

May 4: SEAL Virtual Training: Citizen Science and Eclipse Programming (STAR Net)
May 10: Interview With Kwame Alexander About “The Crossover” TV Series (Follett)
May 10: Summer Programming with We are Water (STAR Net)
May 11: Offering Culturally-Centered Summer Nature-Based Programs (Early Childhood Investigations)
May 22: Food Programming in Libraries: An Introduction (Montana State Library)
May 24: ALA’s Peggy Barber Tribute Grant 2022 Winners: Colorado State University Pueblo and Udall (KS) Public Library (Programming Librarian)

READERS’ ADVISORY

May 2: Thrillers, True Crime, and Mysteries, Oh My! (Booklist)
May 3: Books for Hi-Lo/Reluctant and Struggling Readers (School Library Journal)
May 4: NoveList Plus Basics (Novelist)
May 12: Summer Scares Middle-Grade Panel (Booklist)
May 16: Page-Turning Picture Books (Booklist)
May 16: Crash Course in Fantasy (Novelist)
May 18: School Library Journal Day of Dialog 2023 Spring (School Library Journal)

REFERENCE

May 4: Demo and Q&A for FDLP eXchange Release 1.1 (Federal Depository Library Program)
May 8: An Overview of the Affordable Connectivity Program (Rescheduled) (Federal Depository Library Program)
May 11: Orientation to Legal Research Series: U.S. Case Law (Law Library of Congress)
May 11: Introduction to the USGS Publications Warehouse (Federal Depository Library Program)
May 16: Orientation to Law Library Collections Webinar (Law Library of Congress)
May 16: Responding to User Interests with Government Information: One FDL’s Approach (Federal Depository Library Program)
May 17: Role of Rural Libraries in Promoting Digital Health Literacy (Colorado State Library)
May 18: Secrets of the Super Searchers II – Statistics (Rescheduled) (Federal Depository Library Program)
May 24: Using Technology to Combat Fake News: The Impact of Misinformation on Chronic Condition Self-Management Behaviors (Network of the National Library of Medicine)

SCHOOL LIBRARIES

May 2: Thrillers, True Crime, and Mysteries, Oh My! (Booklist)
May 3: Books for Hi-Lo/Reluctant and Struggling Readers (School Library Journal)
May 3: What Is a Literacy Ecosystem and Why Does It Matter? (edWeb)
May 4: SEAL Virtual Training: Citizen Science and Eclipse Programming (STAR Net)
May 4: NoveList Plus Basics (Novelist)
May 9: Preparing Your High School Students to Use APA Style (School Library Journal)
May 10: Interview With Kwame Alexander About “The Crossover” TV Series (Follett)
May 10: Putting APA Style Into Practice: Tips for Integrating Style Into Your Curriculum (APA Style)
May 10: AASL Town Hall: Virtual Membership Meeting (American Association of School Librarians)
May 11: Planning for Excellence in Your Library Program Using the Future Ready Librarian Framework (All4Ed/Future Ready Librarians)
May 12: Summer Scares Middle-Grade Panel (Booklist)
May 15: Choosing Reading Tools to Match Reading Material (PACER)
May 16: Page-Turning Picture Books (Booklist)
May 16: Crash Course in Fantasy (Novelist)
May 16: Continuity and Change: Considering Our 4 Cs (Follett)
May 18: Inclusive Sensory-Rich Nature Play for Children’s 7 Senses (Early Childhood Investigations)
May 18: School Library Journal Day of Dialog 2023 Spring (School Library Journal)
May 23: School Librarians Lead Learning and Transformation (WebJunction)
May 25: At First You Don’t Succeed: Lessons from two semesters in the credit-bearing classroom (Association of Southeastern Research Libraries)

TECHNOLOGY

May 8: An Overview of the Affordable Connectivity Program (Rescheduled) (Federal Depository Library Program)
May 24: Get AI Literate: Know What it Can Do and What it Can’t (GovLoop)
May 25: Reading Video Games as Literature (Colorado State Library)
May 31: NCompass Live: Pretty Sweet Tech: Bots for the Community! (Nebraska Library Commission)

TRAINING & INSTRUCTION

May 3: Library Services to Homeschoolers (Niche Academy)
May 3: What Is a Literacy Ecosystem and Why Does It Matter? (edWeb)
May 9: How To Build An Effective Data Dashboard (Nonprofit Learning Lab)
May 9: Preparing Your High School Students to Use APA Style (School Library Journal)
May 10: Putting APA Style Into Practice: Tips for Integrating Style Into Your Curriculum (APA Style)
May 10: Online Instruction: Practical Tips for Librarians (Niche Academy)
May 16: Responding to User Interests with Government Information: One FDL’s Approach (Federal Depository Library Program)
May 17: Role of Rural Libraries in Promoting Digital Health Literacy (Colorado State Library)
May 25: At First You Don’t Succeed: Lessons from two semesters in the credit-bearing classroom (Association of Southeastern Research Libraries)

PROGRAM ABSTRACTS & LOGIN INFORMATION:

Tuesday, May 2 (12-1 pm)

Thrillers, True Crime, and Mysteries, Oh My! (Booklist)

Love a surprising twist, a cozy whodunit, or a fast-paced thriller? Well we have exactly what you need! Join us for a free one-hour webinar on Tuesday, May 2 at 1 p.m. CT! You’ll hear representatives from Macmillan Library, Crooked Lane, ECW Press, CamCat Books and Dreamscape Audio tell you all about their upcoming mysteries, thrillers, crime fiction, and more!

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.booklistonline.com/webinars

Tuesday, May 2 (12-1 pm)

Where to Find Aid and How to Get Training for Disasters (Connecting to Collections Care)

As part of the annual #MayDayPrep program sponsored by FAIC, this C2C Care Webinar spotlights where small and mid-sized organizations can access resources immediately after they experience a disaster, what entities with trained volunteers can offer assistance to these organizations, and finally, training that collections professionals can attend to prepare their institutions and communities for disasters in the future.

For more information and to register, visit: https://connectingtocollections.org/calendar/

Tuesday, May 2 (12-1 pm)

There When You Need Us: Crisis Collecting Support (Core/American Library Association)

Cultural heritage institutions must respond quickly during crises while contending with conditions impacting their lives and work. The Society of American Archivist’s Crisis, Disaster, and Tragedy Response Working Group provides support and connection for empathetic, ethical, and sustainable collecting practices. This webinar will introduce attendees to resources available through the working group as well as what they can do to prepare for collecting during and after both natural disasters or human-made tragedies.

For more information and to register, visit: https://preservationweek.org/free-webinars/

Tuesday, May 2 (1-2 pm)

Cut Costs and Get Creative with Nonprofit Appeals (Firespring)

Fundraising, as we know it, has shifted in these uncertain times. But that doesn’t mean we should stop asking for support. As nonprofits, we’re no stranger to cutting costs and finding ways to be creative. If you’re in crisis mode, join us for this informative session with Firespring’s director of nonprofit solutions, Kiersten Hill, followed by an interactive Q&A.

For more information and to register, visit: https://firespring.com/webinars/

Wednesday, May 3 (9-10 am)

NCompass Live: Public Libraries & Wikipedia: Creative Collaborations (Nebraska Library Commission)

Kansas City Public Library hosted the first Wikipedian in Residence (WiR) at a public library in the country. Explore what a WiR is, how WiRs collaborate with community members and GLAM institutions (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, and Museums), and why collaborations between Wikipedia and public libraries are mutually beneficial and have an impact.

For more information and to register, visit: https://nlc.nebraska.gov/calendar/calendar.asp?menu

Wednesday, May 3 (11-12 pm)

The Surprising Secret to Fundraising Success (Bloomerang)

What is the surprising secret to fundraising success? Managing your time and tasks! In this webinar, we will talk about how you can get organized and take control. Learn about the three top interruptions you experience, how to better manage them, and the A, B, Cs of prioritizing your tasks. These life skills will benefit you in your personal life as well! Please join us!

For more information and to register, visit: https://bloomerang.co/webinars-events/

Wednesday, May 3 (11-12 pm)

From One-Time Donors to Lifelong Supporters – Advanced Strategies for Donor Retention (CharityHowTo)

Learn effective techniques for engaging with your supporters at each stage of the donor journey. From personalized communication to meaningful impact reporting, build strong relationships with your donors to keep them coming back for more!

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.charityhowto.com/nonprofit-live-webinars

Wednesday, May 3 (11-12:30 pm)

Introduction to measuring your impact (Candid Learning)

In this introductory course for beginners, learn the basics of shifting focus from your nonprofit’s activities to its outcomes. We will demystify the language of outcomes measurement and guide you through the process of creating logic models for programs.

For more information and to register, visit: https://learning.candid.org/training-search/?_format=live&_location=online

Wednesday, May 3 (12-1 pm)

Blindsided at Work: One Strike and You’re Out (Georgia Library Association)

Elaina Norlin explores a topic we rarely talk about in the workplace…how written and unwritten policies are weaponized to marginalize, penalize and push people out the door. In some cases, this is a favorable course of action, but in many instances these actions have long-term consequences that erode staff morale, trust, and positive engagement.

For more information and to register, visit: https://gla.georgialibraries.org/carterette-series-webinars/

Wednesday, May 3 (12-1 pm)

Books for Hi-Lo/Reluctant and Struggling Readers (School Library Journal)

Tune-in for this presentation of books for reluctant and struggling readers. Publishing insiders from Bellwether Media and Yen Press will join us to present their new and upcoming hi-lo titles, which are designed to engage struggling teen readers by exploring complex, age-appropriate themes at a lower reading level, building their comprehension and fluency skills, ultimately leading to an interest in reading.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.slj.com/section/events

Wednesday, May 3 (12-1 pm)

Library Services to Homeschoolers (Niche Academy)

Are all learners welcome in your library? There are at-home learners in your community, and the library is the single most important resource to DIY educators. Join Christina Giovannelli Caputo, author of Library Services to Homeschoolers: A Guide to learn how to engage homeschoolers in your community and welcome all learners to your library. Christina will dive into the history, methods and growing diversity of home education and will explore outreach opportunities and program inspirations to put into practice in your library.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nicheacademy.com/blog

Wednesday, May 3 (2-3 pm)

What Is a Literacy Ecosystem and Why Does It Matter? (edWeb)

Attend this edWebinar for a lively and instructional conversation between three literacy experts who have, for decades, dedicated their careers to helping educators build the best skills for proven success in reading instruction. During this helpful session, our respected trio will help you build a solid understanding of what a literacy ecosystem is, why it is important, and ways to support your instructional practices to create a learning environment that helps every student learn to read and reach grade-level success—and beyond.

For more information and to register, visit: https://home.edweb.net/webinars/

Thursday, May 4 (9-10 am)

Distinguished Seminar Series: Sustainability—A Call to Action for the Library Community (WebJunction)

Join Rebekkah Smith Aldrich, Co-Founder of the Sustainable Libraries Initiative, to explore the challenges and opportunities for libraries in the face of climate change and hear how many in our field are already answering the call for leadership on sustainability. This session will focus on actionable, practical ideas to address climate change that will help you to contribute to a future that considers not only climate change mitigation, but also adaptation and justice.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction.html

Thursday, May 4 (11-12 pm)

SEAL Virtual Training: Citizen Science and Eclipse Programming (STAR Net)

The 2023 and 2024 solar eclipses are a great opportunity to explore citizen science at your library! Join STAR Net to learn how to incorporate citizen science into your library’s eclipse programming as part of the Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries virtual training series. Also offered Tuesday, May 16, from 1-2pm.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.starnetlibraries.org/development/webinars/

Thursday, May 4 (12-1 pm)

7 Strategies for Building Relationships With the Board of Directors (Bloomerang)

This workshop will provide participants with the tools and strategies needed to build effective relationships with their organization’s board of directors. Attendees will learn how to communicate effectively with board members, understand the roles and responsibilities of the board, and identify key opportunities for engagement.

For more information and to register, visit: https://bloomerang.co/webinars-events/

Thursday, May 4 (12-1 pm)

Demo and Q&A for FDLP eXchange Release 1.1 (Federal Depository Library Program)

New changes are coming to FDLP eXchange in summer 2023! Learn about the small changes rolling out in the eXchange 1.1 release and tips on managing your needs and offers workflow in preparation for a system shutdown of up to 7 days as eXchange migrates platforms. Attendees are encouraged to submit any questions or concerns in the webinar registration form and to bring any additional questions to share during the Q&A portion of the webinar.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.fdlp.gov/events

Thursday, May 4 (12-1 pm)

Networking Strategies Improve Disaster Readiness (Core/American Library Association)

Alliances between public and institutional entities provide improved strength and resilience to disasters by recognizing common core values, creating alliances and sharing resources. Examples of successful relationships and the challenges they managed can provide collection leadership with models for improved readiness.

For more information and to register, visit: https://preservationweek.org/free-webinars/

Thursday, May 4 (12-1 pm)

NoveList Plus Basics (Novelist)

NoveList Plus helps you connect readers with the books they’ll love. Join us for this 1-hour overview of key features and resources and learn basic search strategies to help you become a readers’ advisory superstar.

For more information and to register, visit: https://ebsco-training.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_spvIaaRNTWmtB85EpWZu_A#/registration

Monday, May 8 (12-1 pm)

An Overview of the Affordable Connectivity Program (Rescheduled) (Federal Depository Library Program)

The Affordable Connectivity Program is a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) benefit program that helps ensure that households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare, and more. During this webinar, we will cover what the Affordable Connectivity Program is, who is eligible, how to apply, and steps to take once you are approved to receive the benefit.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.fdlp.gov/events

Tuesday, May 9 (9-10 am)

How To Build An Effective Data Dashboard (Nonprofit Learning Lab)

More and more organizations are using data dashboards to show their progress in engaging participants, raising funds, imparting knowledge, etc. A data dashboard is a tool that provides a means of monitoring, measuring, and extracting meaning from data. Dashboards display information in an interactive and visual way, but not all dashboards are effective. Join us for this free webinar with Data visualizer, Amelia Kohm, who will share the key elements of powerful data dashboards.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nonprofitlearninglab.org/webinars

Tuesday, May 9 (10-11 am)

The Art of Donor Stewardship (WyoGives)

You’ve put a lot of effort into your fundraising campaign, and you probably know it’s easier to keep a donor than to find a new one. Learn the subtle art of donor stewardship, the psychology of donors, and how to prevent the Leaky Bucket and keep your donors renewing beyond just the first gift.

For more information and to register, visit: https://wynonprofit.org/Events/

Tuesday, May 9 (12-1 pm)

Preparing Your High School Students to Use APA Style (School Library Journal)

Attend this webinar to learn how to prepare your high school students to use APA Style as well as how to incorporate APA Style into your high school curriculum as appropriate. We will cover topics such as paper format, references, and inclusive language and show how students’ existing knowledge of writing styles as well as common word-processing software make APA Style approachable and helpful.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.slj.com/section/events

Tuesday, May 9 (12-1 pm)

The Research Data Services Landscape: How Do You Start And Where Does Your Library Fit In? (Network of the National Library of Medicine)

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. In this presentation, the speaker will share an overview and history of Research Data Services in libraries as well as current trends. They will also introduce strategies for developing and launching research data services either through hiring or through taking on a new position or new responsibilities.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nnlm.gov/training/schedule

Wednesday, May 10 (9-10 am)

5 Secrets of Email Marketing Geniuses (Nonprofit Hub)

There is more power and leverage in one email subscriber than 100 Facebook likes or 50 Twitter followers if email marketing is done right. Problem is, 9 out of 10 nonprofits don’t do it right. In this educational session, Jay will share the secrets of email marketing geniuses.

For more information and to register, visit: https://nonprofithub.org/webinars-events/

Wednesday, May 10 (10-10:50 am)

Interview With Kwame Alexander About “The Crossover” TV Series (Follett)

Follett and Kwame Alexander are giving students from around the country the opportunity to ask Kwame questions about the book and TV series: how they were developed, what it’s like working with Disney, what it takes to adapt a novel for the screen, and more!

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.follettcommunity.com/s/webinars

Wednesday, May 10 (11-12 pm)

10-Step Budgeting Process (Propel Nonprofits)

The success and usefulness of your budget largely depend on the process used to create it. You will walk away from this webinar with a proven 10-step budgeting process that will engage staff and the board to ensure that your budget reflects your organization’s mission, strategic plan, and programmatic priorities.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.propelnonprofits.org/upcoming-trainings/

Wednesday, May 10 (11-12:30 pm)

Leave Your Stress @ Work! (Idaho Commission for Libraries)

Although our work often brings us great joy, it can also present a few challenges – differing personalities, friction, work overload, patron demands, negativity – you get the picture! And when we take those challenges home with us in the form of stress, the cycle becomes a 24/7 rerun. In this 90-minute session, we’re going to help you understand what’s really causing the stress – and it’s not always what we think. We’ll also discuss some simple steps to help you leave your workday at work – particularly if it’s been stressful!

For more information and to register, visit: https://libraries.idaho.gov/continuing-education/info2go/

Wednesday, May 10 (11:30-12:30 pm)

Putting APA Style Into Practice: Tips for Integrating Style Into Your Curriculum (APA Style)

We know that you want your students to follow APA Style, but many students have trouble putting APA Style into practice. Attend this webinar to better understand the foundational principles of APA Style and learn best practices for incorporating APA Style into your curriculum.

For more information and to register, visit: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/3016794017349/WN_kQVg_GXUSX649eTmsES7GA#/registration

Wednesday, May 10 (12-1 pm)

Online Instruction: Practical Tips for Librarians (Niche Academy)

Online instruction is here to stay and Emily Mroczek, author of Online Instruction: A Practical Guide for Librarians, is here to give you ready-to-use tips for establishing and perfecting online instruction at your organization. This webinar will specifically focus on transferring pedagogy to digital instruction, and creating inclusive, detailed, and streamlined policies and procedures for your organization.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nicheacademy.com/blog

Wednesday, May 10 (1-2pm)

Summer Programming with We are Water (STAR Net)

Get some last minute planning ideas connected to the 2023 Collaborative Summer Library Program theme: “All Together Now.” The We are Water project celebrates our connections through water. In this webinar you will learn how to inspire community conversations, explore hands-on activities, and recognize our shared values around water and what it means to us.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.starnetlibraries.org/development/webinars/

Wednesday, May 10 (5-6 pm)

AASL Town Hall: Virtual Membership Meeting (American Association of School Librarians)

Please join AASL President Kathy Lester and members of the AASL Board of Directors for the 2023 AASL Virtual Membership meeting. You will learn more about the work of the association and have the opportunity to ask questions and share your ideas. All are invited to attend.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.ala.org/aasl/about/townhall

Thursday, May 11 (9-10:30am)

Adding CareerOneStop to Your Workforce Development Toolkit (Public Library Association)

Join us to learn about CareerOneStop and how it can be leveraged to help your library patrons with their job search and career exploration needs. We will cover the main content sections of the site, review several tools, and visit some of CareerOneStop’s sites for targeted audiences, including youth and people with a criminal conviction.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.ala.org/pla/education/onlinelearning/webinars

Thursday, May 11 (11-11:45 am)

How to Outsmart Inflation: Using Data to Navigate Fundraising During Challenging Times (CharityHowTo)

Understand the current giving trends and what they mean for your fundraising strategy. Join this webinar to learn actionable takeaways on how you can apply this data today and what it means for the future.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.charityhowto.com/nonprofit-live-webinars

Thursday, May 11 (11-12 pm)

Orientation to Legal Research Series: U.S. Case Law (Law Library of Congress)

This entry in the series provides an overview of U.S. case law research, including information about the U.S. federal court system, the publication of court opinions, methods for researching case law, and information about locating records and briefs.

For more information and to register, visit: https://blogs.loc.gov/law/2023/04/upcoming-us-law-webinars-may-2023/

Thursday, May 11 (12-1 pm)

Introduction to the USGS Publications Warehouse (Federal Depository Library Program)

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Publications Warehouse is the authoritative catalog and publicly accessible location for accessing USGS peer-reviewed scientific publications. Users can access metadata about and links to more than 170,000 publications authored by USGS scientists over the century-plus history of the bureau, as well as obtain free online access to full-text publications published by the USGS. This webinar will provide an overview of the content available in the Publications Warehouse, including digitized and born-digital publications and maps, searching tips, and best practices.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.fdlp.gov/events

Thursday, May 11 (12-1:30 pm)

Introduction to finding grants (Candid Learning)

Are you new to the field of grantseeking? Discover what funders are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants and how to find potential funders in this introductory course.

For more information and to register, visit: https://learning.candid.org/training-search/?_format=live&_location=online

Thursday, May 11 (12-1:30 pm)

Offering Culturally-Centered Summer Nature-Based Programs (Early Childhood Investigations)

This webinar will provide an overview of 7 strategies for how to create culturally centered nature-based curriculum and programs that will apply throughout the year as well ask in the summer. You will learn about a multicultural curriculum approach through which you can develop your program and evaluate your own programming. Then, we’ll review tools such as multicultural literature, interviews and the creative arts that can help transform your curriculum and programs and improve engagement of young children and families in nature education.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.earlychildhoodwebinars.com/webinars/

Thursday, May 11 (2-3 pm)

Planning for Excellence in Your Library Program Using the Future Ready Librarian Framework (All4Ed/Future Ready Librarians)

In Wisconsin, having a district library plan approved by the school board is a legislative requirement, but following a rule does not invite inspiration or provide a complete picture of why this work needs to be done. We have created a community of school librarians who inspire and guide each other through a process of library planning. Working through the creation and implementation of library plans aligns the library program with school and district needs and creates a pathway for advocacy, building positive relationships, and increasing the visibility and value of library programs throughout our state.

For more information and to register, visit: https://all4ed.org/events/

Friday, May 12 (12-1 pm)

Summer Scares Middle-Grade Panel (Booklist)

Gather ‘round the campfire for a spine-tingling discussion of this year’s middle-grade horror selections for the Summer Scares Reading Program, a program designed for libraries by the Horror Writers Association, in partnership with United for Libraries, Book Riot, and Booklist. Books for Youth senior editor Julia Smith will gab with Summer Scares authors Katherine Arden (SMALL SPACES), K. G. Campbell (A SMALL ZOMBIE PROBLEM), and Dan SaSuWeh Jones (LIVING GHOSTS & MISCHIEVOUS MONSTERS) about all things horror and why scary stories belong on children’s shelves, both at home and at the library.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.booklistonline.com/webinars

Monday, May 15 (3-4 pm)

Choosing Reading Tools to Match Reading Material (PACER)

Reading materials are available in wide array of formats, such as websites, emails, PDF documents, magazines, books, and more. Reading can be challenging for those with a learning disability or visual impairment. This presentation will highlight which supportive tools are best for a particular format. Tools presented will include text-to-speech software and items that change visual appearance to better assist reading.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.pacer.org/workshops/

Tuesday, May 16 (11-12 pm)

Orientation to Law Library Collections Webinar (Law Library of Congress)

This webinar is an online version of the one-hour onsite orientations taught by legal reference librarians from the Law Library of Congress, and will cover digital resources available through the Law Library’s website as well as those available onsite.

For more information and to register, visit: https://blogs.loc.gov/law/2023/04/upcoming-us-law-webinars-may-2023/

Tuesday, May 16 (12-1 pm)

Page-Turning Picture Books (Booklist)

Springtime is upon us and with the incoming warmer weather also comes new and exciting picture books! Join us for a free one-hour webinar to hear about some phenomenal new picture books.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.booklistonline.com/webinars

Tuesday, May 16 (12-1 pm)

Responding to User Interests with Government Information: One FDL’s Approach (Federal Depository Library Program)

In this webinar, participants will learn about one depository’s approach to integrating Government information into routine library outreach and instruction. Participants will develop strategies for identifying their user community’s interests and responding with Government information. The webinar will be interactive and discussion-oriented.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.fdlp.gov/events

Tuesday, May 16 (12-1 pm)

Mobile Marketing Tips for Every Generation (Firespring)

Mobile marketing is a key component of any comprehensive marketing strategy. And optimizing your website for all devices and screens is crucial for staying relevant with today’s audiences, especially millennials and Gen Xers, but even the more tech-savvy baby boomers. And if you don’t keep up you’ll lag behind, losing online visitors, donors and, ultimately, donations.

For more information and to register, visit: https://firespring.com/webinars/

Tuesday, May 16 (12-1 pm)

Crash Course in Fantasy (Novelist)

Do you have a go-to readers’ advisory strategy for helping readers of Fantasy? Whether your readers are fans of academies of magic or swords and sorcery, let NoveList and LibraryReads break down the best fantasy has to offer your readers — from hidden heritage to vengeance is mine.

For more information and to register, visit: https://more.ebsco.com/NoveList-Crash-Course-Fantasy-reg-2023.html

Tuesday, May 16 (3-4 pm)

Continuity and Change: Considering Our 4 Cs (Follett)

In this webinar, our seasoned and award-winning school librarian, Fran Glick, will explore the elements of our professional practice as we reflect on the ways in which we currently build connections, communicate, and foster culture. We will consider new opportunities and collaborators that ensure that school libraries remain the heart of the school. We will explore examples to inspire growth in the ways in which we tell the story of our programs and practices. And, we will consider the courage it takes to refine our practice and the values that keep us in a growth mindset in service to our students and communities.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.follettcommunity.com/s/webinars

Wednesday, May 17 (8-9 am)

What Candidates Want: Revamping your Recruitment (Indiana State Library)

Retention starts with recruitment; If we want to create a more resilient, diverse workforce, we must start by improving our recruitment processes. This webinar will cover practical steps libraries can take to attract a wide pool of diverse candidates. Drawing from the stories of current job hunters, we’ll look at how to avoid some of the more hair-raising practices. Then we’ll explore the foundations of a well-considered recruitment strategy, delving into current research as well as techniques from programs such as Oregon State University’s Search Advocates.

For more information and to register, visit: https://indianastatelibrary.evanced.info/signup/calendar?ln=ALL

Wednesday, May 17 (9-10 am)

NCompass Live: Read the Rainbow: Serving the LGBTQ+ Community in Your Library (Nebraska Library Commission)

LGBTQIA…BCDEFG? What do all those letters even mean, and why should you care? Join Lane for a primer on all things LGBTQ, and learn about how (and why) you can begin to build a more inclusive and welcoming library for both customers and staff, and why it matters.

For more information and to register, visit: https://nlc.nebraska.gov/calendar/calendar.asp?menu

Wednesday, May 17 (11-12 pm)

Role of Rural Libraries in Promoting Digital Health Literacy (Colorado State Library)

People in rural areas face many health challenges and are often long distances from quality healthcare. Learn how a rural library partnered with healthcare providers to launch a telehealth program, utilize a Community Health Worker, lead disaster response efforts, and provide digital health literacy training.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.librarieslearn.org/

Wednesday, May 17 (12-1 pm)

Disability Accommodations in Libraries (Niche Academy)

Join JJ Pionke to learn about the disability accommodation process in libraries. JJ will cover the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), how the accommodations process works, as well as issues surrounding the process. This is a general introduction to the topic and will be useful for both people looking to request accommodations as well as administrators/supervisors/managers who are curious about the process.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nicheacademy.com/blog

Wednesday, May 17 (1-2 pm)

Introduction to project budgets (Candid Learning)

Are you ready to start fundraising for your project or idea, but don’t know what and how much to ask for? If preparing a budget for your foundation grant is holding you back, come learn the basic elements of how to draft a project budget with confidence.

For more information and to register, visit: https://learning.candid.org/training-search/?_format=live&_location=online

Thursday, May 18 (9-10 am)

Port in the Storm: How you can support LGBTQ+ youth (Indiana State Library)

Our LGBTQIA+ youth are increasingly under attack and subjected to constant bullying. Participants will learn how to easily identify themselves as an ally: a port in the storm. Participants will also receive resources and advice on how to navigate the troubled waters with these formative young people. Bring your questions, concerns, and your fears as we engage in meaningful dialogue so we can better support our LGBTQIA+ youth and provide shelter in the storm.

For more information and to register, visit: https://indianastatelibrary.evanced.info/signup/calendar?ln=ALL

Thursday, May 18 (11-12 pm)

Directors’ and Officers’ Liability (Charity Village)

Nonprofit organizations have a board of directors who are responsible for overseeing their business activities. When something goes wrong, board members and other officers may be held personally responsible and their resignation may not be enough! join us for a free webinar to learn about directors’ and officers’ liability coverage, why you need it, and what the claims process looks like.

For more information and to register, visit: https://charityvillage.com/learning-centre/webinars/

Thursday, May 18 (12-1 pm)

Secrets of the Super Searchers II – Statistics (Rescheduled) (Federal Depository Library Program)

Jump start your Federal Government information reference skills about all things statistics! Join Super Searcher Susanne Caro, long-time Government Information Librarian and former regional depository librarian at North Dakota State University, The Libraries, who just recently became the depository coordinator at the New Mexico State Library. She will show you her search strategies to answer the toughest Federal Government information statistics reference questions, from all sources.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.fdlp.gov/events

Thursday, May 18 (12-1 pm)

15 Minutes to Mastery: Discover Spanish Forms within Gale LegalForms (Gale)

Gale LegalForms provides your community with up to date legal, business, and personal forms as well as supplemental articles and dictionary of terms. Within this valuable resource are native Spanish language documents to support a wider range of patron needs. Join this 15 minute session to explore how to uncover and utilize this Spanish content.

For more information and to register, visit: https://cengage.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MjXwTDBFRBKAJOCz-Z5BUg#/registration

Thursday, May 18 (12-1:30 pm)

Inclusive Sensory-Rich Nature Play for Children’s 7 Senses (Early Childhood Investigations)

This inspiring session will provide in-depth insights about children’s seven senses (there’s not just five!) and how they influence play, learning, and connection. We’ll cover why children need sensory-rich nature play and learning environments, and how we can tailor the sensory experiences of these environments to the individual needs of children, particularly neurodiverse children. By creating sensory-supportive nature-based places for children, ones they experience daily, we are better able to nurture our young in a way they can realize their true, full potential.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.earlychildhoodwebinars.com/webinars/

Thursday, May 18 (1-2:30 pm)

Library Safety and Security: A Holistic Approach (WebJunction)

This session will present a holistic approach for creating safe environments through strong community relationships, inclusive policies, and empowered staff. Using a trauma-informed, human-centered lens, we’ll explore strategies to create a library where staff possess the skills, and feel prepared, to manage what comes through the doors.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction.html

Thursday, May 18 (5-5:45 pm)

Third Thursdays Trustee Topics: Conversations For and About Libraries (Washington State Library)

Join Washington State Librarian Sara Jones for this new discussion space. Trustee Topics are for everyone who works in, cares for, and values libraries. Each month Sara will host a guest and spark a conversation about topics relevant to today’s libraries. No power points, just good conversations. The inaugural session is May 18 with (amazingly important guest here) and a conversation about (amazing conversation topic here).

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.sos.wa.gov/library/libraries/training/trainingCalendar.aspx?audience=state

Monday, May 22 (1-3 pm)

Food Programming in Libraries: An Introduction (Montana State Library)

Are you interested in learning more about food programming in libraries? If so, please join us for a webinar with Food Literacy and Library Programming Consultant, Rebecca Antill to learn about the variety of ways that you can incorporate food literacy and knowledge in your library programming.

For more information and to register, visit: https://mslservices.mt.gov/ASPeN/Events/

Monday, May 22 (2-3 pm)

Time Management: How to Get Everything…Err, Most Things Done (GovLoop)

Join us online to hear from a government expert about how to organize your day to get everything…or almost everything, done on your to-do list.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.govloop.com/training/

Tuesday, May 23 (10-11 am)

DEI and Your Board: Why Boards Need to Act Now! (Nonprofit Learning Lab)

Does your board look like the community you serve? Attendees will learn why it is more important than ever to ensure that your board is diverse *and* inclusive. Boards that make strides to be more diverse and inclusive are raising more funds, helping to increase the happiness and retention of their Executive Directors, boosting staff morale and engagement, being seen as more “cutting edge,” and are positioned to raise more funds in the future. Learn tips and tricks on how to recruit more diverse board members, how to retain them, and how to position them for leadership roles in the future. Whether your organization has not started, is on the path, or is advanced, come learn actionable steps to make your boards more diverse and inclusive now.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nonprofitlearninglab.org/webinars

Tuesday, May 23 (1-2 pm)

School Librarians Lead Learning and Transformation (WebJunction)

Join this webinar for an introduction to the School Librarian’s Information Shelf and to learn more from practitioners who have applied transformative practices to their school libraries. The new School Librarian’s Information Shelf provides videos, articles and tools that offer recommendations and strategies related to creating powerful storytelling for advocacy, designing student-centered spaces, supporting inquiry-driven learning, offering compassionate makerspaces, and implementing innovative virtual teaching and learning practices.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction.html

Wednesday, May 24 (9-10 am)

NCompass Live: La Biblioteca Es Para Ti – Building Community Relationships in a Different Language (Nebraska Library Commission)

How can you build community partnerships in a different language? Hear one library’s experience with outreach to their Spanish-speaking population. Learn how to build a relationship with an undeserved population so your library can add value to ALL of your community.

For more information and to register, visit: https://nlc.nebraska.gov/calendar/calendar.asp?menu

Wednesday, May 24 (11-12 pm)

Using Technology to Combat Fake News: The Impact of Misinformation on Chronic Condition Self-Management Behaviors (Network of the National Library of Medicine)

In this presentation, the speakers will offer insight into making appropriate health information more accessible to patients, and therefore lessening the likelihood of misinformation related to the self-management of diabetes. The speakers will describe the implementation of interventions design to reinforce self-care practices and daily decision making among patients managing a chronic disease.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nnlm.gov/training/schedule

Wednesday, May 24 (12-1 pm)

ALA’s Peggy Barber Tribute Grant 2022 Winners: Colorado State University Pueblo and Udall (KS) Public Library (Programming Librarian)

Colorado State University Pueblo and Udall (KS) Public Library were two of the recipients of the 2022 Peggy Barber Tribute Grant, an annual grant of the American Library Association (ALA) that recognizes, promotes, and supports meaningful programs in libraries that have limited and/or no access to budgetary support for programming. By the end of the webinar, participants will be able to consider strategies for running an academic library program supported by grants, collaborative partnerships, and community engagement, think about ways to garner community support for new programming at the library, and learn best practices for creating library programming for different age groups.

For more information and to register, visit: https://programminglibrarian.org/learn

Wednesday, May 24 (12-1 pm)

Get AI Literate: Know What it Can Do and What it Can’t (GovLoop)

Join us online to learn from government and industry experts about AI basics and real-world use cases to make sure that you can ace any AI quiz.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.govloop.com/training/

Thursday, May 25 (9-10 am)

How to Build an Inclusive and Welcoming Brand (Nonprofit Learning Lab)

This webinar will guide participants through understanding inclusion in branding and embodying inclusive leadership styles; including things to incorporate to ensure their brand is welcoming to all people. Participants will be given worksheets to help them define core values and create inclusive, aligned brand statements to refer back to so they can get into the practice of honoring their core values and commitments to the communities and environments they work in. By the end, participants will have what they need to create inclusive, welcoming brand messaging and experiences in a genuine way.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nonprofitlearninglab.org/webinars

Thursday, May 25 (11-12 pm)

Expense Management in Challenging Economic Times (Charity Village)

Are we on the cusp of an economic downturn? Most economists agree that a recession is imminent. This webinar will discuss how you can prepare your not-for-profit for uncertain times, and even find opportunities to thrive. Learn about planning, tools, and decisions you can make to help weather the storm and come out on top. From cash flow planning and expense reviews, to personnel and strategy setting, we’ll dig into all the areas that need your attention to prepare for and survive the economy ahead.

For more information and to register, visit: https://charityvillage.com/learning-centre/webinars/

Thursday, May 25 (12-1 pm)

At First You Don’t Succeed: Lessons from two semesters in the credit-bearing classroom (Association of Southeastern Research Libraries)

Teaching in any environment involves a lot of trial and error, especially when developing lessons for the first time. In spring 2021, I taught a for-credit First Year Seminar focused on social media. The experience was trial-by-fire, as I had to navigate developing a full-semester course for the first time, teaching online (and during a pandemic), and tying information literacy concepts to a larger context. I taught a version of the course again, this time in-person, in Fall 2022. In this webinar, participants will hear how I navigated challenges throughout both semesters, using reflection and student feedback to regroup.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.aserl.org/#webinars

Thursday, May 25 (12-1 pm)

Reading Video Games as Literature (Colorado State Library)

Do video games belong in the library? I will discuss how, at my library, I am merging play and critical analysis through hosting a monthly video game club for adults in which we explore video games as audiovisual ludonarrative texts. We consider play, story, visual grammar, and aural design as they contribute to multimodal literacy. Through this lens, we see how games are situated adjacent to literature and film canon.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.librarieslearn.org/

Thursday, May 25 (12-1:30 pm)

Mean Girls (and Boys!): Why Young Children Act In Unkind Ways and How To Help (Early Childhood Investigations)

In this session, presented by developmental psychologist, Claire Learner, we will explore the roots of relational aggression and how to address the underlying issues at play for kids when they are acting unkind. Effective strategies for intervening in incidents of relational aggression will also be addressed.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.earlychildhoodwebinars.com/webinars/

Tuesday, May 30 (1-2 pm)

Storytelling for Impact (Firespring)

Join Firespring’s Kiersten Hill as she goes through tips, techniques and tools to help the modern marketer tell better and more impactful stories to activate their audiences around ideas and actions.

For more information and to register, visit: https://firespring.com/webinars/

Wednesday, May 31 (8-9 am)

Digital Inclusion 101 (Indiana State Library)

An introduction to understanding the world of digital inclusion. We will be covering general terms, definitions, and how to grow with digital transformation.

For more information and to register, visit: https://continuinged.isl.in.gov/find-training/online-training-series/

Wednesday, May 31 (9-10 am)

NCompass Live: Pretty Sweet Tech: Bots for the Community! (Nebraska Library Commission)

Hear how a FarmBot had an impact on the community and how the library launched videos to teach people how the bot works (in-person programs were not open yet at the library). Lou shares the excitement of harvesting the very first carrot from the FarmBot!

For more information and to register, visit: https://nlc.nebraska.gov/calendar/calendar.asp?menu

Wednesday, May 31 (11-12 pm)

How to Get Your Board to Fundraise (Productive Fundraising)

Join fundraising master trainer, Chad Barger, CFRE, for a workshop focused on equipping and motivating your board members to be great fundraisers. You’ll learn how to help them get over their fear of fundraising and develop the fundraising habit. Accountability and follow through will also be discussed. The session includes tools and samples that you can use to start building a fundraising culture within your board.

For more information and to register, visit: https://productivefundraising.com/event/