We've just scheduled three new webinars with Jennifer Hopwood, Ed.D.<https://jenniferhopwood.com/>. Dr. Jennifer Hopwood is an author, educator, TEDx speaker, and learning strategist whose work explores the intersection of creativity, neuroscience, communication, and well-being. With more than two decades of experience in education, training, and professional development, she designs programs, workshops, and publications that help people navigate change, foster resilience, and build more meaningful human connections. We are so excited to welcome her to the Michigan Library community and hope you can join us. Please register at the links below. Reigniting Joy in Library Work - Friday, September 18, 11 am - 12 pm EST<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/event-detail?event=11780&> This session focuses on helping library staff reconnect with purpose, meaning, and fulfillment in their roles. This session highlights small, sustainable practices that support morale, motivation, and a renewed sense of impact in public service work. Using Play to Increase Staff Engagement - Friday, October 9, 11 am - 12 pm EST<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/event-detail?event=11785&> In this session, we'll examine how experiential and interactive learning strategies can enhance staff development. This session introduces practical approaches for making training more engaging, participatory, and memorable. Designing Experiential Learning and Dialogue Programs - Friday, November 6, 11 am - 12 pm EST<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/event-detail?event=11790&> This session introduces participatory facilitation models that support collective learning and innovation. Participants will explore tools such as World Café conversations and other dialogue-based approaches for piloting ideas, gathering staff insight, and fostering collaborative problem-solving. These webinars are made possible in part by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Andrea Vernola Continuing Education Coordinator | Library Development Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo St, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909 vernolaA@michigan.gov | 517-335-0123 https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan [Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan] [Michigan.gov/Vote logo Description automatically generated]<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/> Get personalized voter information on early voting and other topics at Michigan.gov/Vote<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/>.
