Workshops August+ 2013 Please check the times listed as you may be in a different time zone.Workshop time may be found on the registration site.

Most of these are free but a few do charge fees. Want to attend a workshop that requires a fee? Don't forget to look into Continuing Education Assistance from the Office of Commonwealth Libraries. You may be eligible for up to $600.

To register for the webinars/workshops below, either click the heading or the provided link. Also check the WebJunction Pennsylvania Calendar for additional offerings. Miss a webinar? Many providers archive the recording.Check out WebJunction’s archived webinars.

 

August 6

Civic Engagement in Your Library Community - A Guided Tour of the Book-to-Action Program and Toolkit (InfoPeople)This webinar will be presented by Sally Thomas and Mary Menzel at 3pm ET

. Do you want to try something new in library programming?

. Feel like your library could play a more active role in your community?

. Are you looking for ways to build partnerships with community organizations?

. Interested in building programs that promote intergenerational relationships?

. Want to promote volunteer activities that simultaneously engage community members more fully in the library and in support of community-based projects and organizations?

Book-to-Action is an innovative library program being implemented in libraries throughout California. Funded by IMLS/LSTA, Book-to-Action programs have offered California residents both the opportunity to collectively read and discuss a book and to put their newfound knowledge and perspective into action by engaging in a community service project related to the book's topic. The activities and guidelines presented in the Tool-Kit are now available and will be of great value to libraries everywhere.

Book-to-Action offers libraries a new way to collaborate with and support organizations doing vital work in local communities, and to expand the role of the public library by mobilizing volunteers in work that enhances civic engagement.

At the end of this one-hour webinar, participants will:

Know how to use the Book-to-Action Toolkit to:* select an engaging book, * collaborate with community partners,

* choose a service project, * engage volunteers, and * organize a successful program.* Know about five projects implemented in California, to help direct planning of a Book-to-Action program in your community.* Know common challenges and how to overcome them.* Have an overview of 15 tips for a successful event.

This webinar will be of interest to public library staff responsible for planning programs serving adults, teens, and children.

Webinar participants are encouraged to view the 4-minute video "FromBook-to-Action: One Library's Story" prior to joining the webinar, availableat: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tOkDOYR5Pb4 and to download the Tool-Kit, available at: http://booktoaction.library.ca.gov For more information and to participate in the Tuesday, August 6, 2013 webinar, go to http://infopeople.org/training/book-to-action-program-and-toolkit.

Webinars are free of charge, you can pre-register by clicking on the Join Webinar button now or go directly to the webinar by clicking on Join Webinar within 30 of the start of the event. If you pre-registered you will receive an email with login link and a reminder email the day before the event. If you did not preregister and you can register in the 30 minutes prior to the event and directly enter. If you are unable to attend the live event, you can access the archived version the day following the webinar. Check our archive listing at: http://infopeople.org/training/view/webinar/archived

Back to School with the Common Core (Booklist)Whether or not your state has adopted the Common Core State Standards,you’ll find a wealth of terrific tips for linking books to the curriculumin this back-to-school presentation. Preview new and upcoming titles fromAlbert Whitman & Company, Capstone, DK Publishing, Reference Point Press,and Scholastic Library Publishing in this free, hour-long program moderatedby Gillian Engberg, Booklists Books for Youth Editorial Director.For more information and to register for this program, visit:booklistonline.com/GeneralInfo.aspx?id=63

YouTube for Nonprofits: 25 Strategies to Attract Donors (NonProfit Webinars)Has your nonprofit posted any videos on YouTube? Why should you? We’llexamine how to create, post, embed, and drive traffic to videos – andphotos – on YouTube and other social media sites. Learn how to do all thesethings for free or low cost. Learn what kinds of videos and photos to post,and how they can benefit you. We’ll examine how to build awareness, raisefunds, recruit volunteers, spawn viral marketing, communicate effectively,build online communities, interact with constituents, and drive traffic toyour website, blog, and social media. We’ll explore some interesting case

studies. YouTube and other online videos are an effective way to connectwith donors, build awareness for your cause, and raise more funds. Whattype of videos and content best connect with your donors and prospects?What steps do you need to take to incorporate YouTube in your fundraisingstrategy? For more information and to register for this program, visit:nonprofitwebinars.com/webinars/

August 7

The Health Care Law - Health Insurance Marketplace 101 (In English) The HHS Partnership Center continues to host a series of webinars for faith and community leaders. This webinar is a presentation on the main provisions in the health care law (the Affordable Care Act) and how to access care in your community. Topics include the Health Insurance Marketplace, how to enroll in health insurance, and how to receive updates on implementation of the law. A brief question and answer session will provide answers to commonly asked questions. All webinars are open to the public and include a question and answer session. After registering you will receive an e-mail confirmation containing information about joining the webinar. Please contact ACA101@hhs.gov  if you have problems registering or if you have any questions about the health care law. All webinars are one hour. Please note that the first 1,000 people who join each webinar at the start time are able to attend. If there is significant interest in a webinar, they will try to schedule another session for the following month. If possible, please use your computer speakers to listen to the audio portion of the webinar.

August 7

Boopsie-Daisy, Easy-Peasy! One librarian's experience with Boopsie mobile app development (Nebraska Library Commission)Louise Alcorn, Reference Technology Librarian for the West Des Moines(Iowa) Public Library, will recount her experiences earlier this yearworking with Boopsie, Inc. to create a library mobile app: why her librarychose to go with a private developer instead of "DIY mobile app", pros andcons of this decision, costs (money and time), their experience with theprocess, and why they're glad they "went mobile". Register. For more information and to register for this program, visit:nlc.nebraska.gov/scripts/calendar/eventlist.asp?Mode=ALL

Designing Effective Strategic Planning Retreats (NonProfit Webinars)Strategic planning should be an opportunity for the whole organization tolearn from itself (and others) about its choices, to develop a strongerconsensus, and to cultivate increased engagement among its variousstakeholders. However, it is often left in the hands of a small group ofsenior managers. How can you involve more of the organization, effectively

and efficiently, in creating or revising your plans? The starting point forengagement is a carefully designed strategic planning retreat. There arevarious choices you can make in preparing for an effective retreat. Thesechoices can be implemented using various structural tools so that themeeting is productive and contributes to a strategic planning process thatyields plans that all understand and are aligned to implement. Rick and Samwill share examples and tools for working on strategic planning with groupsfrom 12 to 200 in size.For more information and to register for this program, visit:nonprofitwebinars.com/webinars/

Digital Literacy: What's It All About? (Montana State Library)Lauren McMullen and Jo Flick will lead a discussion about the meaning ofDigital Literacy for libraries. Together, participants will explore theimportant role libraries play in promoting digitally literate communities.In the second half of this session, participants will explore onlineresources they can access to support their digital literacy services andtraining. For more information and to register for this program, visit:app.mt.gov/cal/html/event?eventCollectionCode=msl

August 8

Where Teens and Technology Meet: Engaging Teens with Digital MediaEarly RegistrationAt Howard County Library System’s HiTech Digital Media Lab, teens are developing critical 21st century skills and being guided toward careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Founded on innovative teaching methods which demonstrate that teens learn most effectively through hands-on projects and peer-to-peer communications, HiTech provides curriculum that is both self-paced and structured, offering an array of classes and projects for youth to select. The community response has been remarkable. Youth are on waiting lists to register for opportunities to explore and learn about STEM principles while having fun in the process.HiTech is funded in part through a federal grant from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation and IMLS. Sponsors include Friends of Howard County Library, and Frank and Yolanda Bruno. Presented by Angela Brade, Chief Operating Officer, Support Services, Howard County Library System.

August 12-September 8

Super Searcher: Enhancing Your Online Search Super PowersPresented by Missy Harvey, Technology & Communication Coordinator, National Library of Medicine, Middle Atlantic RegionRegister.    

Gamification and the Virtual Classroom (Insync Training)Gamification is the utilization of game thinking and game mechanics in thetraining environment to engage learners and solve learning problems.Gamification and the virtual classroom is a trending topic in the learningand development community. Is gamification just points, badges, andleaderboards or is there more to it? What types of games are appropriatefor the virtual classroom and what can we teach with games? This seminarwill look at games that teach executive function skills such as planning,goal setting and prioritization. The session will also explore why thesetypes of games are well-suited to the unique, collaborative environment ofthe virtual classroom.For more information and to register for this program, visit:us.insynctraining.com/insync-byte-series

August 13

How to Build an Army of Online Brand Ambassadors (NonProfit Webinars)Nonprofits are strapped for resources – staff time is minimal and marketingbudgets are nonexistent. What are some creative ways that you can buildbuzz and spread the word about your nonprofit on the cheap? Considertapping into your existing network to find Brand Ambassadors – supportersthat will voluntarily promote your nonprofit and your cause by blogging,tweeting and speaking publicly about how much they love you! People whowant to spread the word about your cause, raising money and awareness areby far your greatest online asset – if they are identified, engaged andacknowledged correctly! For more information and to register for this program, visit: nonprofitwebinars.com/webinars/

TGIM: Enjoy Your Job, Enjoy Your Life (Insync Training)So often we focus on the negatives and tasks we don’t enjoy. This workshophelps participants identify the things about work they enjoy and findsatisfying, look at ways of creating more of those items, and develop skillin recognizing and appreciating small accomplishments and savoring smallsuccesses. Learn more.

YA Announcements: Falling Into Books (Booklist)Fall is just around the corner, and the smell of new books is in the air.Please join us as representatives from Bloomsbury Children’s Books, DisneyBook Group, Egmont, Harlequin Teen, and Macmillan Children’s PublishingGroup share their new teen titles for fall and beyond. Booklist’s Books forYouth associate editor Ann Kelley moderates this free, hour-long webinar.More information.

August 14

DOCLINE Training DOCLINE: Borrow and LendIt's recommended that you have access to DOCLINE to take the class (the hands-on component of the class requires you to log-in to your DOCLINE account to complete the interactive exercises). The classes are FREE. Captioning will be provided.You are eligible to receive 1 MLA CE credit for each class. Test your connection prior to joining the class:https://admin.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm Questions to: Michelle Burda, Network and Advocacy Coordinator, National Network of Libraries of Medicine, (412) 624-1589, mburda@pitt.edu.Register. Everyone On @your library (Nebraska Library Commission)EveryoneOn.org is a national three-year media campaign—currentlyunderway—to raise awareness of the importance of digital literacy. Thecampaign’s mission is to promote the personal relevance of computer andhigh-speed Internet use among non-users, and to connect them with freedigital literacy training. It is likely that, in many cases, this trainingwill be provided through school and public libraries. In Year One, theNational Ad Council campaign will focus on the call to action: "Find freetraining near you!" It will direct customers to call, text, or visit aWebsite with a directory of sites where they can receive one-on-oneinstruction and/or classes. Register for this program.

Introduction to Fundraising Planning (GrantSpace)A successful nonprofit organization has diversified funding streams. Ifyour organization has never developed a fundraising plan or calendar, thissession is for you. It provides an overview of the process of strategicallythinking through the components of a fundraising plan. You'll learn how to:Conduct an assets inventory, Develop a case statement, Identify fundingpartners, and Prepare a fundraising plan and calendar. Learn more.

Library-Museum Partnerships: Oh, the places you’ll go! (Colorado StateLibrary)Libraries and museums share common missions—to engage communities inlifelong learning, cultural enrichment, civic conversations, informationresources, and gathering as neighbors. Sharing so many goals makeslibraries and museums excellent partners that together can more fullysupport and engage their communities. Join in this interactive CSL inSession to explore and discuss the many possibilities of how museums andlibraries can collaborate—and why they should. From programs for kids todigitization projects, share your ideas and learn new ones from fellowattendees from both libraries and museums in this lively online forum, and

come out with a list of first steps to take in creating or strengthening apartnership with a library or museum in your community.Register for this program.

Copyright Decisions: Impact of Recent Cases on Libraries and Publishers (NISO)This webinar will shed some light on these recent lawsuits and discuss the ramifications the decisions these cases have on information flow now and in the future. Presenters include:Laura Quilter - Copyright and Information Policy Librarian, University of Massachusetts, AmherstPresentation Abstract: HathiTrust, Google, and the Future of Mass DigitizationSkott Klebe - Manager of Special Initiatives, Copyright Clearance CenterPresentation Abstract: Kirtsaeng, ReDigi, and the Future of First SaleBrandon Butler - Practitioner-in-Residence, Glushko Samuelson IP Clinic, Washington College of LawPresentation Abstract: Georgia State and the Future of Fair UseLearn morehttp://www.niso.org/news/events/2013/webinars/copyright If paying by credit card, register online. If paying by check, please use this PDF form. Registration closes on August 14, 2013 at 12:00 pm Eastern

August 15

Carrie Russell, copyright specialist at the American Library Association to present a half-day program reviewing the basics of copyright law, and to bring us up to speed on the latest in copyright reform. Copyright issues with licensing electronic materials, issues with using Blackboard, avoiding plagiarism, and your suggestions will be on the agenda.

Time: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. - Lunch will be provided 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Program and discussionPlace: Rosemont Library Information Commons

Cost: $25 TCLC; $40 non-TCLC You can’t afford to miss this important and

timely program. Make checks payable to TCLC. To register

contact:

Ellen Gasiewski, TCLC Coordinator c/o Rosemont College Library 1400 Montgomery AvenueRosemont, PA 19010-1699 FAX: 610 525-1939

PHONE: 610 525-0796 Email: office@tclclibs.org

NAME_____________________________________ SPECIAL NEEDS____________________

INSTITUTION__________________________________TCLC __________ non-TCLC________

EMAIL_______________________________________PHONE_________________________

Suggest a topic: What copyright issue do you find most vexing? ______________________________________________________________________________

DECLARE: Online Instructional Design for Everyone (Training Magazine)The DECLARE methodology of instructional design was developed with both theprogram and course in mind. DECLARE is a set of practical recommendationsand content reminders used when creating training programs and courses.Learn to: Prioritize Content and Learner Needs. Balance the creation ofengaging interactions and content. Create relevant conceptual models thataid with student retention. Develop SME & Designer Relationships. Develop acohesive, consistent, and repeatable instructional design methodology andstyle. More information.

Inspired Reading: New Titles in Christian Fiction (Library Journal)From apocalyptic adventures to intricate Amish relationships, Christianfiction is so much more than devotion. Whether you are looking for somegood clean romance or exciting protagonists guided by the Spirit, thiswebcast is for you. Discover the latest offerings from David C. Cooke,Kregel Publications, and WaterBrook Multnomah and pick up some inspiredreading this fall! Click here.

August 16

People - Difficult or Different? (Effectiveness Institute)Why are some clients or co-workers so frustrating to work with? Or moreimportantly, why would anyone think of YOU as a difficult person?For example, isn’t it irritating when the person across the desk or on thephone can’t seem to ever make a decision… or makes a snap decision only tochange it a day later? In this highly interactive and engagingpresentation, you will discover why “different” does not have to mean“difficult.” Then you will learn the magic of making slight adjustments inyour awareness and behavior that will have a significant impact on yourability to “click” with customers and co-workers. You will laugh as youidentify your behavior style, as well as those with whom you work. Whileyou laugh, you will also learn that people are different and that “intent”doesn’t always equal “impact.” In short, you will realize how to make

work… less work! Register.

Hands-on NASA Activities to Celebrate Our Personal, Cultural, andScientific Connections to the Moon! (NASA)Public library staff and informal educators are invited to join the Lunarand Planetary Institute’s Explore program team for hands-on activities andprogramming ideas! Use food, art, storytelling, and interactiveinvestigations to celebrate our Moon! Explore: Marvel Moon activities relyon inexpensive materials and can be flexibly implemented. As the childrencomplete each activity, they collect pages to assemble into their own comicbooks. More information.

August 19

NLM Resources to Support the School Nurse

Presented by Lydia Collins, Consumer Health Coordinator National Library of Medicine, Middle Atlantic RegionNOTE:  This training is being offered by BAYADA Staffing.  Preference in registration will be given to BAYADA Staffing School Nurses. Class will be held in Willow Grove. Register.

August 20

Walking the Walk: Engage Volunteers in your Volunteer Engagement Program(VolunteerMatch)Stop just talking the talk and start walking the walk! Learn how toeffectively delegate volunteer engagement and management work to volunteersso you have the opportunity to "think bigger." We'll discuss evaluatingyour program for volunteer engagement, determining how best to usevolunteers, creating a communication plan, screening and trainingvolunteers to be an important part of your volunteer recruiting, retentionand recognition plans. Register.

Email Marketing 101 – Beyond the Monthly Newsletter (NonProfit Webinars)Most nonprofits are using email to reach out, inform and solicit theirsupporters in some manner. However, many nonprofits are not fully utilizingthe medium to maximize their results. If you feel your email marketingcould use a little help or want to take it to the next level, this webinaris exactly what you need. In this jam-packed webinar we will highlight anumber of successful tactics and strategies you can start using immediately

to increase your efforts. Register.

Inclusive Library Programs for People with Intellectual Disabilities(InfoPeople)Libraries have always strived to create structurally accessible facilitiesin order to accommodate all users regardless of physical disabilities.However, has your library considered creating inclusive programs designedto break attitudinal barriers, in order to promote library access? Thiswebinar will guide library staff toward creating, promoting andimplementing a library environment that supports users with intellectualdisabilities – from identifying community partners and outreach andcreating inclusive programming – to staff sensitivity training. Thiswebinar is designed to equip staff with the tools to create a libraryexperience that is inclusive to all users, including those withdisabilities. Register.

New Health Insurance Marketplace ResourcesNew Health Insurance Marketplace Resources , Tour of the Newly Re-Launched HealthCare.gov and Q and A on the ACA  (In English) 2pm

HealthCare.gov was recently re-launched to include new information on the Health Insurance Marketplace. Join us for a brief tour of the website, of other key websites on the Health Insurance Marketplace and a question and answer session. Please send any questions to ACA101@hhs.gov prior to July 2 at noon ET. All webinars are open to the public and include a question and answer session. After registering you will receive an e-mail confirmation containing information about joining the webinar.

August 21

Libraries Lending eReaders (Nebraska Library Commission)Lots of libraries lend eBooks, but did you know that some are also lendingeReaders? As eBooks become more popular, patrons want to know more aboutthe various devices they can use to access them. Join our panel oflibrarians as they share their experiences circulating eReaders at theirlibraries. Speakers: Karen Stuart, Columbus Public Library; Megan Boggs,Seward Memorial Library; Sara Lee, Central City Public Library; SusanKnisely, Nebraska Library Commission. Register.

Introduction to Library Technology Training: Tech Training for LibraryStaff (Washington State Library)In this 4-part webinar series, Stephanie Gerding will provide library staffand trainers with practical tips and best practices for planning andpromoting computer classes at the library, engaging students and evaluating

success. She will address the most common concerns from new trainers,including fear of failure, lack of confidence, uncertainty about how todeal with difficult situations and worry about logistics, space concerns,and planning. By attending this series you'll learn all the many ways thatyour library can meet the needs for technology job and best us theresources you have on hand. Join us, boost your confidence, get organized,and become a more effective technology trainer! Register.

How to Navigate American FactFinder (United States Census Bureau)Gain experience in using the American FactFinder data access tool. Learnhow to use the search and navigation features to access some of the CensusBureau's programs, datasets and topics. Register.

Going First: More from the Edge Pilot Libraries (TechSoup)The Edge Initiative is a voluntary assessment program that provideslibraries with benchmarks, best practices, tools and resources that supportcontinuous improvement and reinvestment in public technology services. Edgehelps libraries connect their services to community priorities. Edge willbe available to public libraries nationwide in January 2014. A group ofpilot libraries has been testing the benchmarks in their libraries andcommunities. Join us on August 21st at 11 AM Pacific/Noon Mountain/1 PMCentral/2 PM Eastern time, as we talk with participants from two of thepilot libraries: Marcia Johnson from the Miami Public Library in Oklahomaand Dionne Mack from the El Paso Public Library in Texas. What did they do?What did they learn? What are they planning to do next? Register.

Website Accessibility 101 (Accessible Technology Coalition)The Web Accessibility 101 webinar will cover: Foundational knowledge ofbuilding accessibility into your website and where to begin; What ascreenreader is, what it does, and how it works; The three approaches anorganization can take to achieve accessibility, and the single mostsustainable option for large organizations; and what Deque’s productsolutions can do to help your organization meet website accessibilityguidelines. Register.

The Logic Behind Logic Models9:30 AM – 12:30 PM Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Squirrel HillA Logic Model is a tool that nonprofits use to describe a program to either current or prospective funders.  It shows the relationships between resources that the nonprofit puts into a program, the activities and outputs that ensue, and what changes or outcomes the program hopes to achieve.  It is a commonly-used device when measuring and proving a program’s effectiveness, and is often required by funders when applying for a grant or reporting on program progress.

In this half-day workshop, attendees will gain a thorough understanding of logic models and become prepared to develop them for programs they work with regularly.  We will discuss how and why logic models are used in program

planning and grant seeking, review each of the components in the logic model framework, then practice creating these tools in small groups and individually.

The speaker, Martha Riecks, is an independent consultant with over a decade of experience in the nonprofit field.  She specializes in providing services that allow small-to-medium nonprofits to clearly communicate the impact of their programs, secure grant funds and measure their successes.  Ms. Riecks received a Master’s of Public Administration in Nonprofit Administration from the University of Pittsburgh and is a Registered Professional Fundraising Counsel with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Bureau of Charitable Organizations, as well as a member of the American Evaluation Association.

The fee to attend this program is $20 per person, which includes a light continental breakfast and can be paid at the door with cash or checks made payable to Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh.  Space is limited and registration is required by calling the Foundation Center at 412-622-6277.

August 22 

Database of the Month: Britannica School (Wyoming State Library)Check out the new Britannica School. New look, new features; content tosupport CCSS and STEM. Over 140,000 articles of informational text providea variety of text complexity covering all subject areas. Rich multi-mediacontent including thousands of video and audio files, maps, illustrationsand photos are available to view, download and use. Join Chris Van Burghfor a quick tour of this great Go to WYLD resource. Register.

The Economic Census and Other Economic Programs (United States CensusBureau)Find out how the Census Bureau measures key information about U.S. businessand industry in this overview of the Economic Census and other economicprograms. You will learn how to access statistics on the characteristics ofbusiness owners, the number of businesses in a given industry, sales,receipts, payroll, and much more using our online data disseminationtool(s). Plus we give you tips in how to use the data. Register.

Collections: Making Smart Choices within a Limited Materials Budget(InfoPeople)In today’s high demand/low budget environment, meeting community needsthrough collection development is more challenging than ever. In thiswebinar, participants will learn how the collection development “nuts andbolts” they learned in library school (or maybe didn’t) can be applied in

the real world. We’ll discuss everything from how to make a simple andusable collection development plan to new trends and resources that shouldbe influencing your decisions. Register.

Tour of the Newly Re-Launched Cuidado DeSalud

Tour of the Newly Re-Launched CuidadoDeSalud.gov and Q and A on the ACA (In Spanish) 1pm¡Prepárese para el nuevo CuidadoDeSalud.gov! (En Español) 1pm

www.CuidadoDeSalud.gov fue recientemente renovado para incluir nueva información sobre el nuevo Mercado de Seguros Médicos. Únase a nosotros para aprender más sobre el sitio web y como inscribirse en cobertura.  También habrá tiempo para preguntas y respuestas. Este webinar será en español. Por favor envíe sus preguntas a ACA101@hhs.gov antes del 22 de agosto. www.CuidadoDeSalud.gov was recently re-launched to include new information on the Health Insurance Marketplace. Join us for a brief tour of the website, of other key websites on the Health Insurance Marketplace and a question and answer session. Please send any questions to ACA101@hhs.gov prior to close of business on August 21.

August 26

Learning on Demand (Insync Training)This session will introduce participants to the technologies that areshaping the future of the World Wide Web and how those technologies disrupt existing web based training design. Using the five key principles of the web, participants will explore how to design for a web that is evolvingbased on these principles in a way that is significantly different fromexisting design methods. This session will be based on the principles ofReuben Tozman’s new book, Learning on Demand: How the Evolution ofTechnology is Shaping the Future of Learning. More information.

August 27

PowerPoint as a Graphics Editor: Simplified Visual Design for Elearning(Training Magazine)How much time do you spend hunting for images or that just right graphic?What if a few strokes of a pen or the arrangement of a few simple shapescould convey the same message more effectively? Having an understanding of the basic principles of visual communication you'll be able to replacewords with pictures. We'll discuss the visual cortex and how we use it

every day to communicate. We'll look at examples of perceived affordances,and how making subtle changes to your elearning graphics can be a powerfulcompanion to the instruction. We'll also look at techniques for creatingon-demand graphics following basic visual communication principles. Register.

Conversation Sparks: Tech-Savvy Kids at the Library (Southern MarylandRegional Library Association)Conversation Sparks is a way to facilitate a large-scale conversation withlibrarians around the country. In this virtual environment, participantswill meet with the purpose of exchanging ideas, exploring best practices,and learning from others in the profession. It is a way to break paradigmsand learn from the examples of others in an environment of respect andunderstanding. Our August session features Cen Campbell from Little eLitdiscussing Tech-Savvy Kids at the Library. Sharing examples needed ofinnovative tech-with-kids projects or programs at the library. Pleasecontact Jennifer Hopwood at jhopwood@somd.lib.md.us by August 9th, 2013 ifyou would like to be listed as a sharing participant. Read more.

August 28

Meaningful Use: Libraries connecting patrons to ACA resourcesAs libraries look ahead to the October 1 open enrollment date for the health insurance marketplace, there is an abundance of information about the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and many opportunities for public libraries. One of the key roles that libraries can play is to maintain an awareness of available resources in your area, and develop an approach for connecting patrons to those resources in the way that makes the most sense for your community.

Please join this interactive session, where we will discuss strategies for libraries to identify ACA resources, hear from libraries that are working to prepare for patron requests, and obtain key policy and resource updates from ACA experts.

Presenters include:

· Susan Hildreth, Institute of Museum and Library Services

· Susie Butler, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

· Evan Gallagher, ZeroDivide

· Carmen Patlan and Tatiana Alonso, Waukegan Public Library

· Lissa Staley, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library

If you cannot attend this live session, a recorded archive will be available to view at your convenience. Please sign up here if you’d like to receive notifications about this project, including when the archive is available.

              Date:  August 28, 2013

Start time: 1:00 p.m. Eastern / 10:00 a.m. Pacific

Tweet: #wjwebinar #libs4health

Registration: Please visit WebJunction to register for this event.

Tech Talk with Michael Sauers: Building Your Own ILS from Scratch (Nebraska Library Commission)In this monthly feature of NCompass Live, the NLC’s Technology InnovationLibrarian, Michael Sauers, will discuss the tech news of the month andshare new and exciting tech for your library. There will also be plenty oftime in each episode for you to ask your tech questions. So, bring yourquestions with you, or send them in ahead of time, and Michael will haveyour answers. Register.

Applying for a Library Job - Don't Do This! (San Jose State University)Hiring managers from the San José Public Library will talk about their mostrecent recruitment for a Librarian 1. Of the more than 200 applicationssubmitted, 50% didn't meet the minimum qualifications, and 75% didn'tanswer the supplemental questions appropriately. Don't let this be you.Come to this session and find out what you should do when applying forjobs. Our guest speakers will tell you what they are looking for inapplicants and provide guidance on how to answer supplemental questions. Beone of the successful candidates - make it to the interview stage! Register.

August 29

35 Free and Low Cost Tools Every Organization Should Know About (Idealware)What software tools are available to nonprofits at low or no cost that areactually worth using? How do you judge when tool really is low cost, as

opposed to a pit of time and effort? We’ll walk through 35 softwarepackages that are worth knowing about. We will also provide a framework fordetermining long term costs. Register.

Marketing Libraries: What the not-for-profits can learn from the lots-of-profitsEarly Registration You built it and promoted it, but they didn’t come? Libraries can learn from marketing strategies that for-profit organizations use. Get beyond the one-off approach to promotion. Explore how to build "ambient awareness," establishing your library as an authoritative source and a definitive provider of services for the community. Learn how to use social media not only for communication, but as a tool to monitor and document the impact of the library. Get your whole team onboard to tell the library’s convincing story of its impact on your community. Presented by: Ned Potter, author of the Library Marketing Toolkit, speaker, and academic librarian at the University of York, UK

September 5

Impact Survey: Understand Your Community’s Technology NeedsEarly Registration The newly updated and recently launched Impact Survey is a full-service online survey tool designed for public library staff to understand community use of library technology services and how to improve those services. The Impact Survey evolved from the 2009 Opportunity for All study and makes the complex job of surveying patrons easy and fast at no cost to library staff.

Collecting patron-level data on library technology use is tremendously beneficial to public libraries. Understanding your community’s unique technology needs is essential to providing patrons with useful technology services. Join us to learn how library staff can implement the Impact Survey and use the survey results to:

a. Inform smart internal planning, strategy, and resource allocationb. Use local facts and figures to support advocacy and fundraising

efforts when communicating with local decision makers and other stakeholders

c. Improve their ranking with the Edge and other evaluation metricsd. Better serve their communities

Presented by: Samantha Becker, Research Manager for the U.S. Impact Study at the University of Washington Information School

September 10

Building a Digital Dodge City

Early Registration

"What does digital inclusion mean for people in a community? All people, businesses, and institutions will have access to digital content and technologies that enable them to create and support health, prosperous, and cohesive 21st century communities." (Building Digital Communities: Getting Started)

Building a digitally inclusive community requires buy-in and engagement from all sectors, with libraries playing a lead role alongside government, schools, businesses, and individuals. Using the principles and steps in Building Digital Communities: A Framework for Action, Dodge City, Kansas is engaging stakeholders, aligning interests, setting community-wide goals and developing demonstration projects. Join us for a conversation with the Dodge City leadership team discussing why they have prioritized a community-wide initiative, the challenges of working with multiple sectors (with diverging goals!), what they expect from the project and what they recommend to others considering a similar path.

Presented by:

Cathy Reeves, director, Dodge City Public Library Jane Longmeyer, Public Relations manager, City of Dodge City Greta Clark, professor, director of Multicultural Education, Dodge City

Community College

September 12

Libraries on the BallotEveryLibrary is offering a series on how to plan a successful referenda campaign. The series starts September 12. Learn more.

September 13

Afterschool Programs

Keep Kids Safe

Inspire Learning

Help Working Families

The Pennsylvania Statewide Afterschool/Youth Development Network (PSAYDN) Annual Retreat is scheduled for Friday, September 13, 2013 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Harrisburg area.  This event will include a dynamic networking session sharing PSAYDN's current work and accomplishments as well as a national panel of Out-of-School Time and Youth Development experts presenting a federal outlook of PSAYDN's core areas of Policy, Quality and Sustainability.

Participants will attend workshops to learn more about specific projects that are underway at the state level, provide feedback on PSAYDN initiatives, and learn about potentially being engaged on PSAYDN committees.

The event will be held at the Clarion Hotel Conference Center, 148 Sheraton Drive (I-83 exit 40A and PA Turnpike exit 242), New Cumberland, PA 17070.  Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. and the retreat will begin at 10:00 a.m.  Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. There is no conference fee for this event.

Please click here to register.

Participants are responsible for their own travel and lodging arrangements.  A block of rooms has been reserved at the Clarion Hotel Conference Center, 148 Sheraton Drive, New Cumberland, PA 17070.  Anyone wishing to make overnight accommodations at their own expense should contact the hotel directly at (717) 774-2721 by Friday, August 23, 2013.  Be sure to mention the PSAYDN Annual Retreat to receive the discounted rate of $99.00 plus tax and fees.

The Center for Schools and Communities, as a division of the Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit, is offering a maximum of four (4) Act 48 professional development credits for those with Pennsylvania teaching or administrative certificates.  Participants must attend the workshop from beginning to end, and provide their Professional ID numbers, to receive credit.  PQAS credits are pending.

If you have questions, please contact Caroline Allen at (717) 763-1661, extension 205 or via email at callen@csc.csiu.org.

September 17

Public Libraries and the Homeless: Legal Issues (infoPeople)Presenter: Mary MinowDoes your library serve patrons who appear to be homeless? Can you tell someone to leave large personal possessions outsidethe library? What rights do library users have and what library policies docourts consider reasonable?Because courts give greater latitude to library rules that are behavior focused, and a tighter scrutiny to rules based on status or speech, it's important to know the how to frame your policies, especially when dealing with specific populations such as the homeless.This one-hour webinar will look at the movement for Homeless Persons' Bill of Rights and Fairness, and the current legal rights and professional ethics as they apply to public libraries. It will also discuss specific issues such as oversize parcels, behavior issues, and qualifications for library cards for customers who don't have a permanent address. Know about the rights that homeless patrons have and rights they are striving for. Review library ethical statements on service to the poor and the freedom to read and understand some legal nuances between rules that target behavior versus rules that are focused on user statusThis webinar will be of interest to front line public staff, administrators, trustees - particularly in public libraries, but the analysis applies to all publicly funded libraries. Register.If you are unable to attend the live event, you can access the archived version the day following the webinar. Check our archive listing at:http://infopeople.org/training/view/webinar/archived

September 18, 25

Serving Deaf Patronsin the Library2-part workshop with Kathy MacMillan

2:30pm Eastern|1:30 Central12:30 Mountain|11:30am Pacific

Make your library a welcoming place for deaf users with guidance from MacMillan, librarian and certified American Sign Language interpreter. In this workshop, you will gain an understanding of Deaf culture, learn several useful library-related signs, and be ready to work confidently with interpreters for your programs.

This workshop includes the following topics:

An overview of the different ways deaf people communicate Meeting your library's legal obligation to serve deaf library users Strategies for communicating with a deaf or hard-of-hearing person in the

library

Kathy MacMillan is a writer, American Sign Language interpreter, librarian, and storyteller. She is the author of Try Your Hand at This! Easy Ways to Incorporate Sign Language into Your Programs (Scarecrow Press, 2006), A Box Full of Tales (ALA, 2008), and Storytime Magic (with Christine Kirker, ALA, 2009). She holds an MLS from the University of Maryland, and her library career includes work at the Maryland School for the Deaf and Carroll County (Maryland) Public Library.

September 20

September 20

Register now for Mobile Devices: Gateway to Your Library at:  http://tinyurl.com/seflinVCC2013

10:00 am - 4:00

Conference sessions and presenters include:

The Mobile DifferenceLee Rainie (Pew Research)

Giving your Mobile Users Everything They Need When They Need It Linda Braun (Librarians & Educators Online)

Apps & More Resources for LibrariesSEFLIN Virtual Conference Committee

Implications of the Mobile Revolution for Reference Services and the Library as a Place in GeneralTom Peters (Missouri State University Libraries)

Developing Library Staff Skills for Mobile Technology Chad Mairn (Novare Library Services)

What is New and Just Around the Corner in Mobile Technology Joe Murphy (Library Futures)

Hear about solutions and strategies for training staff and providing services to mobile device users.

The registration fee is $40 for individuals and $125 for groups. There is no registration charge for library staff working in the State of Florida. Seats are limited, so register ASAP. Recordings of the conference sessions will be available after the conference to all registered attendees.Find out more and register at:  http://tinyurl.com/seflinVCC2013

Produced by:

Southeast Florida Library Information Network 777 Glades RoadOffice 452, Wimberly LibraryBoca Raton, FL 33431  ph:  561-208-0984   fax:  561-208-0995   web:  www.seflin.org

September 24

Leaving Fort Ref: Frontiers of Embedded Librarianship

Early Registration

At the innovative Douglas County (Colo.) Libraries, librarians don’t just wait for the questions to come to them. They leave the building and embed the public library in the community. Through a series of projects and experiments, the Douglas County librarians have explored a new dimension of modern reference service, one that places their expertise at points of need to respond to the questions the public didn’t take to the library. By helping to define and answer questions in context, the embedded librarians add value to their community.

Presented by: Jamie LaRue, director, Coble Galston, business librarian and Amy Long, Parker library manager, Douglas County Libraries (CO)

September 24-October 21

Children's Services FundamentalsDo you want to be more comfortable and confident in providing library services to children and their families? In this course, expert children's librarian and author Penny Peck will help you gain the skills to:

. Conduct an effective reference interview with children

. Determine children's reading interests and find books to meet those interests. Plan entertaining programs to attract families to your library. Promote books and reading to children of all ages

Fee: $75 for those in the California library community and Infopeople Partners, $150 for all others.

For a complete course description and to register go to http://infopeople.org/training/childrens-services-fundamentals.

Note: This course is approved as covering the Youth Services competencies for the LSSC program <http://ala-apa.org/lssc/> in combination with Teen Services Fundamentals.

September 25

CLEAN UP YOUR GRANTS OFFICE AND RAISE MORE MONEY Networking, Webinar and Discussion 5:30-7:30 pm Rock Bottom at the Waterfront in HomesteadFacilitator: Laurie Anderson, MA (Director of Grants Administration, Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy)

5:30-6:00 pm - Registration and Networking 6:00-7:00 pm - Webinar Presentation and Discussion7:00-7:30 pm - GPA-WPA Chapter Business Meeting

Get re-inspired to clean up your grants office for the new fiscal year! Listen, learn and discuss a GPA webinar with colleagues over dinner. Laurie will lead the discussion and answer questions drawing from her years of experience managing a grants office. Starting from scratch? This information will help grant writers and

grant managers to create a system for easier work flow. The seminar presents advice about how to: create a physical space; manage incoming requests; organize information; stay on top of deadlines; and schedule your time for productive grant seeking.

Grant Writer's Cafe features networking and professional development presentations for grant writers and fundraisers, nonprofit managers, independent grant writers and consultants, and individuals who are interested in grant writing as a career. GPA members and non-members are welcome. Participants order their own dinner. GPA-WPA Chapter members attend free as a benefit of membership. Non-member fee is $5/person (by cash or check at the door).

Pre-registration is required to ensure seating. Call the Grants Hotline at (412) 414-2251. Leave a voice or text message including:• Event • First and last name • Agency or business affiliation • Contact info: Phone number with area code and email address

TACKLING YOUR GRANT DILEMMAS: Ask the Expert Panel Any Grant Question! Wednesday, September 25, 2013, 5:30-7:30 pmRock Bottom at the Waterfront in Homestead

Bio: Laurie Anderson, M.A. is the Director of Grants Administration at the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy where she prepares applications for foundations, corporations, and government agencies and ensures compliance for all grant awards. She is a founding member of the GPA-Western PA Chapter and serves as Vice President. Laurie was the founding manager of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh-Foundation Center and she has more than 12 years of grant writing experience. Laurie began her professional career as a college writing instructor, and her writing skills have aided her in every subsequent position, including serving as executive director at two small nonprofit organizations.

October 7

Using Drupal to Build Library Websites6-week eCourse

In this introductory eCourse Varnum will guide participants in building a functional library website using Drupal. Test websites will be hosted on a server for six

months after the eCourse, facilitating additional learning. This eCourse will focus on Drupal 7, while highlighting what is still applicable to Drupal 6.

Ken Varnum has been the Web Systems Manager at the University of Michigan Library since 2007, a position that involves all aspects of the libraries' websites.Learn more.

December

PubMed for Librarians

The NLM Training Center is offering online classes beginning in December 2013.  Check out upcoming classes to see the individual course listings and to register.

NOTE:  recordings of the most recent classes are available: http://nnlm.gov/ntc/tutorials-recordings/