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Please find upcoming professional development workshops below. We hope you find these offerings useful. If you have recommendations for professional development, please submit them here.
Come Play at the Library: How to Launch a Library Board Game Program for Everyone
Wednesday, May 1 from 2:00 to 3:00 PM
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When was the last time you were read a story? Storytime for Spanish Speaking Adults
Registration and the webinar itself will be presented in Spanish.
Wednesday, May 8 from 2:00 to 3:00 PM
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The Change Factor: Unravel Drama, Shift Dynamics to Transform & Thrive
Wednesday, May 15, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM
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Should You Overcome or Embrace Imposter Syndrome?
Wednesday, May 22, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM
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7 Ted Talks You Should Watch After This Webinar and Why
Wednesday, May 29, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM
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Marketing Your Collection, Services, and Programs with Better Book Displays
Wednesday, June 5, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM
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Adult Library Programs that Work
Wednesday, June 12, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM
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Data Storytelling 101
Tuesday, June 18, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM
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Appy Hour with Kira and Holly
Wednesday June 26, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM
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Recharge Your Energy: Refill Your Cup, Reignite Your Power
Wednesday, July 10, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM
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A Mindful Approach to Stress
Wednesday, July 17, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM
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Setting Boundaries with Patrons
Wednesday, July 24, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM
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Hit the Gym or Hit the Library: How to Improve Health and Wellness at Your Local Library
Wednesday, July 31, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM
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Please send any questions to Julie Moore (julmoore@pa.gov).
These programs are made possible by Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Office of Commonwealth Libraries. The views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed do not necessarily represent those of the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services or the Department of Education.
The Bureau of Library Development (BLD) in the Office of Commonwealth Libraries supports libraries and library services for Pennsylvanians through the administration of state and federally funded programs and grant opportunities including LSTA (Library Services and Technology Act), Library Access, LAMP (Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians), the Public Library Subsidy, and Keystone Grants for Public Library Facilities. BLD also provides advisory services, professional development, and continuing education for library staff and volunteer leadership at public, school, academic, and special libraries.
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