Greetings! Are you working from home? Is your library empty? Now is the perfect time to stay current with online learning! Check out these free recorded library webinars! Census 2020: Libraries Engaging Communities<https://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info?id=893&reset=1> We all count! This one-hour webinar illuminates how public libraries are bringing attention to the 2020 Census. Four quick presentations highlight the ways that libraries can reach out with programs, key messages, extended hours, and added services to help with census education. Hear how adult literacy volunteer programs can bring together adults to learn about the whys and hows of the Census. For those serving children and families, one library system will tell how it developed census storytime and activity toolkits. Finally, learn about toolkits that give you what you need to present census programming and answer questions. Cultivating Protective Factors for Safe Libraries and Resilient Communities<https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/protective-factors-safe-libraries.html> Every day, public libraries open their doors to people facing ongoing life challenges, such as poverty, mental health symptoms, substance abuse, or domestic violence. The library may be the only protective place they can turn to, the only place that can counter the debilitating negative factors that govern their lives. Join this webinar to explore the ways the library functions as a "protective factor<http://publiclibrariesonline.org/2018/12/the-public-library-as-a-protective-factor/>" and to understand how the library, staff, and patrons exist within a community-wide context of safety. With consideration for how poverty, race, or other often stigmatized challenges impact the patron experience, learn practical and applicable ways to assess your library's relationship with patrons, local law enforcement, social workers, and other organizations. Hear how the Sacramento Public Library learned through crisis to address staff and community trauma and to build resilience through more compassionate and inclusive policies and practices. Serving the Underserved: tips for serving the homeless<https://cslinsession.cvlsites.org/past/serving-the-underserved-tips-for-serving-the-homeless/> Sometimes, community services in rural areas don't have resources to meet growing needs. As such, libraries become the primary service provider for those experiencing homelessness in the community. In an already busy library, how can you assist with food, safety, hygiene, and social needs? Is it even your role to do so? What about mental health, opiate addiction, disruptive behaviors, and policies? In this session, learn practical tips to serve people experiencing homelessness, avoid burnout, encourage community conversations, and link patrons to available resources. Learn from one Library Director's mistakes and successes, and discuss your libraries' unique challenges together. What's New in Children's Literature - 2020<https://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info?id=886&reset=1> Join us for our annual review of what's new in children's literature, both new authors and old favorites, that you can recommend to a child - especially when you are busy! This webinar can help you discover new books that you can offer to children who use your library, including books that reflect the diversity of the children we serve. Hear about books published in late 2019 and Spring 2020, that will be popular with children ages 0-12. These include board books, picture books, easy readers, transitional fiction, genre fiction for middle grades, graphic novels, poetry, nonfiction, and more! Hear about books that will be popular with a wide audience of children, including recent award-winners. Doing the Work Externally and Internally: Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion<https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/doing-the-work-race-equity-diversity-inclusion.html> How does a library respond to a community in deep crisis around race and social justice? That's the question that Richland Library in Columbia, S.C., grappled with in 2017. Recognizing that there was no single answer, they launched initiatives on multiple internal and external fronts. Starting with a Social Awareness Taskforce, geared toward community engagement and courageous conversations, they explored topics surrounding social and criminal justice, women's rights and race. By using innovative approaches like Circles of Dialogue and mobile empathy labs, nearly 1,500 people have participated in the library's race, equity and inclusion programming. To further their efforts, they have also focused internally, empowering staff to lead the charge to understand their biases, macroaggressions, and cultural competence through Let's Talk gatherings, Check Your Bubble worksheets, and other effective tools. Hearing how Richland Library moved the needle on honest dialogue, empathy, and equity with their staff and community, you will be inspired to dig in and do the work at your own library. Library Leadership Webinar: The Community Centered Library<https://www.coloradovirtuallibrary.org/learning/continuing-education/upcoming-library-leadership-webinar-the-community-centered-library/> One of the key changes in 21st Century public librarianship has been a shift in focus from library-centric to community-centric. This is sometimes called "turning out." But pragmatically, what does this shift mean to library operations? In this archived webinar, Jamie LaRue, former public library director, author, and consultant, explored the Community Centered Library as it applies to human resources decisions, building projects, strategic planning, and the larger issue of advocacy. Librarian as Verb: Activate Your Rural Community<https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/librarian-as-verb.html> Making connections and being an active part of the community you serve is especially important in small and rural libraries. It makes your library more visible and also enhances the quality of life in the community. Learn how a rural library director transformed library services over one summer, by getting out and growing awareness in the community. With the help of two enthusiastic staff, one simple idea grew into so much more. We will explore different ways to engage your community, spark young readers, and build relationships with families. Hear tips, tools, and personal stories about how the library implemented outreach services and created ways to positively impact the entire community! Learn how to make "librarian" not only your job title, but what you actively do. Eliminating Fines: A win-win for your library and community<https://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info?id=873&reset=1> Libraries have traditionally charged overdue fines for three reasons: to generate revenue, to get materials back on time, and to teach responsibility. But what if all of these assumptions are wrong? It turns out they are! In this webinar, you will discover why these reasons are old fashioned, incorrect notions that create a barrier for many people. You will hear how eliminating fines can lead to an increase in library use and circulation, with no negative effects. Presenters Beth Crist and Meg DePriest will review the research and results from the growing number of libraries across the country that have ditched late fines and coaxed new and former users to their doors. They will discuss how to gather your libraries' data and patron stories to create advocacy tools. They will share talking points, tips, and an advocacy tool you can use to build a case to eliminate fines in your library. It's a win-win for your library and community! Library of Michigan Webinar Archives<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89737-301245--,00.html> Check out these webinar archives specific to the State of Michigan. Topics include Library Law, Grants, QSAC, Youth Services and more! Evette M. Atkin Continuing Education Consultant Library of Michigan atkine@michigan.gov<mailto:atkine@michigan.gov>