Past Events from November 20 – April 4, 2025 – Compendium

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Evaluating Muslim Representation in Children’s Literature: Insights from the Hijabi Librarians Toolkit

Webinar

In this workshop, librarians Mahasin Aleem and Ariana Hussain will evaluate Muslim representation in youth literature through a critical lens, utilizing their Hijabi Librarians Toolkit for Evaluating Muslims in KidLit alongside Ed Trust's Tool for Representational Balance in Books. Participants will explore key themes, challenges, and best practices in assessing how Muslim characters and narratives are portrayed in […]

Building Community in a Changing Climate

Webinar

Climate change and its impacts on the health of our environment and communities are pressing concerns that can feel daunting. Where can you find the resources and partnerships to tackle these unique challenges? Join us to hear from public libraries and their partners who are championing community resilience in the face of climate change. You'll […]

The Thanks Giving Challenge

Webinar

The Thanksgiving Holiday is about reflecting on our blessings and acknowledging our gratitude for the people and things in our lives that bring us feelings of joy and peace. It feels good to celebrate the holiday with family, friends and loved ones, so why not make the spirit of your Thanksgiving even bigger and better? […]

Interdepartmental and Intergenerational English Learning Programming

Webinar

Even within the same library system, our understanding of our patrons’ needs varies immensely. As different as library departments may seem, combining our insights enriches our understanding of the community we serve and their interconnection throughout generations. This webinar describes how to plan an interdepartmental and intergenerational program, taking a project-based English learning initiative as […]

Governors Advisory Council

Tentative Plan for a Governor's Advisory Council (GAC) on Library Development Business Meeting. This meeting is likely to be virtual. Registration information will appear here and on a post when available

Who’s On First: Cleaning Up Communication

Webinar

Communication is essential to running a productive and effective workplace. We all have different communication styles and may unwittingly create confusion or discord. This program explores numerous ways we can improve how we communicate and decrease frustration while boosting cooperation. As a result of this program, attendees will: Identify 1 thing you can start and […]

Mental Illness Short Course: High Risk and Low Risk Situations

Webinar

We're pleased to offer a half-hour training through Homeless Training Academy by Ryan Dowd on December 12th. It will cover: -What the research says about mental illness and violence -Three warning flags that a situation is high risk -Two tools you can use in low-risk situations Register here for Mental Illness Short Course: High Risk […]

How to Be More Mindful in 2025

Webinar

With the approach of winter solstice, we find ourselves on the threshold of a new transition. This can be a wonderful time to start winding down, to reflect and celebrate the year that we are leaving behind, and to connect with the yearnings that we would like to see in the year ahead. Join us […]

Governors Advisory Council

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Tentative Plan for a Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC) on Library Development Business Meeting. This meeting is likely to be virtual. Look for posts on the e-mail lists for registration information.

Governors Advisory Council

Tentative Plan for a Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC) on Library Development Business Meeting. This meeting is likely to be in person in Erie at the Pennsylvania School Librarians Assocation Conference. Registration information will be posted on email lists when available. Agenda will be posted here.