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...
by Carrie Cleary | Oct 16, 2024 | Adult Services, PDE, State Library of Pennsylvania
Have you ever considered working at the State Library of Pennsylvania? Review this opportunity for a Librarian 2 position open for application until 11/5/2024. The Pennsylvania Department of Education is seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to become part of...
by Carrie Cleary | Aug 14, 2024 | Health Focus, State Library of Pennsylvania
My name is Katy, and I am a Public Services librarian with the Bureau of the State Library. I spend most of my weekdays answering legal reference questions for government employees and the citizens of Pennsylvania. On a recent weekend, a passenger on my Amtrak train...
by Ellen Shenk | Aug 14, 2024 | Professional Development, State Library of Pennsylvania
STEM Training for Library Staff The STEMlab at the State Library of Pennsylvania presents bimonthly, hybrid STEM training for youth librarians and staff. Past topics have included Biofuels, Polymers, Architecture and Artificial Intelligence (AI) for kids. Training can...
by Carrie Cleary | Jul 23, 2024 | Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) News, State Library of Pennsylvania
Beginning Tuesday, August 6, 2024, the State Library of Pennsylvania will change the public hours for the library’s Main Reading Room to Tuesday through Thursday from 10a.m. to 6p.m. excepting holidays. State Library staff are available to answer questions on...
by Carrie Cleary | Jul 9, 2024 | Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) News, State Library of Pennsylvania
The State Library of Pennsylvania STEMlab announces the offering of a full lending library of STEM resources for public and school libraries. Starting today, July 9, 2024, library staff across the commonwealth of Pennsylvania can place requests to borrow kits, books,...
