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 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 Julie Moore | Mar 4, 2025 | BLD News, Office of Commonwealth Libraries, Professional Development, Resources of Interest
Hello! As a reminder, please bookmark and visit the Compendium Calendar for the most up-to-date professional development and continuing education opportunities provided by the Office of Commonwealth Libraries and our partner organizations, including WebJunction,...
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...
by Carrie Cleary | Feb 18, 2025 | Board of Trustees, Event
This post is shared on behalf of Pennsylvania Citizens for Better Libraries (PCBL). Please share this information widely with your library Board of Trustees and Friends of the Library. Library Friends and Trustees Institute on Saturday, March 15, 2025 Co-sponsored...
