by Abbey Lukiewski | Apr 3, 2025 | BLD News, BLD Updates, Event, Office of Commonwealth Libraries, Uncategorized
The Bureau of Library Development encourages you to attend one of four Statewide Gatherings being held across the Commonwealth. More information about these events can be found in the Statewide Gathering: Agenda and Purpose article. Please keep in mind that...
by Abbey Lukiewski | Mar 27, 2025 | BLD News, BLD Updates, Event, Office of Commonwealth Libraries
The first Statewide Gathering is less than three weeks away! The deadline to register is now closed – but – there are three more this year! Our previous post covers the agenda, purpose, and lists all four dates and locations, which can be found here in...
by Julie Moore | Mar 18, 2025 | BLD News, Office of Commonwealth Libraries, Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) News
The Bureau of Library Development encourages you to attend one of four Statewide Gatherings being held across the Commonwealth. More information about these events can be found in the Statewide Gathering: Agenda and Purpose article. Please keep in mind that...
by Abbey Lukiewski | Mar 11, 2025 | BLD News, BLD Updates, Deputy Secretary of Education and Commissioner for Libraries, Event, Library News, Office of Commonwealth Libraries
I think this is the post everyone has been waiting for! What should I expect? Creating community, providing support, and encouraging collaboration is central to our mission as library professionals. These Statewide Gatherings are a response to the ongoing feedback BLD...
by Abbey Lukiewski | Feb 26, 2025 | BLD News, Event, Office of Commonwealth Libraries, Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) News, Professional Development, Susan Banks Deputy Secretary of Education and Commissioner for Libraries, Uncategorized
Have you ever wanted to meet Susan Banks? Susan Banks the Deputy Secretary of Education, Commissioner for Libraries, and State Librarian? Well now may be the time! Sue* will be the luncheon presenter during the Statewide Gatherings that are being hosted in the spring...
by Julie Moore | Feb 22, 2025 | Academic Libraries, Event, Office of Commonwealth Libraries, Professional Development, Rural and Small Libraries, School Libraries, State Library of Pennsylvania
This in-person 4-hour, hands-on workshop is designed for library staff looking to enhance their book repair skills and learn practical, cost-effective techniques for preserving library materials. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of common book...
