Invitation to virtual conversations focused on integrating inclusive library programs for people with disabilities
Good afternoon all, At the recent TLN Adult Services (AS) Committee Virtual Spring Workshop on AS programming ideas, some attendees proposed creating a group to share ideas to learn from each other and potentially other professionals, such as mental health experts and those who work with people with disabilities. Some libraries are already incorporating programs specifically designed to support people with disabilities, and we're hoping to gain insight into what works, what doesn't, how people respond to these opportunities, things to try, disclaimers, and anything else. This is open to any library staff who work in adult services, outreach, youth services, etc. *Here is a Google form for anyone interested * <https://forms.gle/rpBuYbhcwBdacgCf7>in joining an email list for Zoom links to attend these virtual conversations. *We don't have a timeline for meetings or a deadline for signing up via the Google form at the moment.* If there is already an established group, please let us know! We don't want to reinvent the wheel or step on anyone's toes. If you are in another consortium, not TLN, please feel welcome to share this invitation with your members. Sincerely, Katie -- Katie Rothley, MLIS Marketing & Public Relations Librarian Northville District Library 212 West Cady Street Northville, MI 48167 (248) 349-3020 <callto:(248)+349-3020> ext. 221 https://northvillelibrary.org My working day may not be your working day. Please do not feel obligated to reply to this email outside of your normal working hours.
Hello, TLN has a Disability Community. They meet on the second Monday of each month at 2:00 pm. Those that join the group will be able to see the group page and the information to join the monthly meeting. Brigette Brigette Felix Shared System Librarian The Library Network tel./fax (248) 973-7853 [ mailto:bfelix@tln.org | bfelix@tln.org ] From: "Katie Rothley" <krothley@northvillelibrary.org> To: "Michlib-l" <michlib-l@mcls.org>, "all-tln" <all-tln@lists.tln.org> Cc: "Jennifer McArdle" <jmcardle@novilibrary.org> Sent: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 12:12:06 PM Subject: [all-tln] Invitation to virtual conversations focused on integrating inclusive library programs for people with disabilities Good afternoon all, At the recent TLN Adult Services (AS) Committee Virtual Spring Workshop on AS programming ideas, some attendees proposed creating a group to share ideas to learn from each other and potentially other professionals, such as mental health experts and those who work with people with disabilities. Some libraries are already incorporating programs specifically designed to support people with disabilities, and we're hoping to gain insight into what works, what doesn't, how people respond to these opportunities, things to try, disclaimers, and anything else. This is open to any library staff who work in adult services, outreach, youth services, etc. [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__forms.gle_rpBuYbhcwBdacgCf7&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=pc4FJwOuv9uDAk7NO7GSJocPCrzG3iv_bg9KKCo8D9Q&m=0LK1lIHmaKcLeZVIZzPaAcqmSHUjx6xZS0MYaLvOBmL2l6VdnXaPPaCMNsVS691-&s=F2P9AWwGuaKv9Z3XmY8XdW3HyOZyyup1aM4paAn6HfA&e= | Here is a Google form for anyone interested ] in joining an email list for Zoom links to attend these virtual conversations. We don't have a timeline for meetings or a deadline for signing up via the Google form at the moment. If there is already an established group, please let us know! We don't want to reinvent the wheel or step on anyone's toes. If you are in another consortium, not TLN, please feel welcome to share this invitation with your members. Sincerely, Katie -- Katie Rothley, MLIS Marketing & Public Relations Librarian Northville District Library 212 West Cady Street Northville, MI 48167 (248) 349-3020 ext. 221 [ https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__northvillelibrary.org_&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=pc4FJwOuv9uDAk7NO7GSJocPCrzG3iv_bg9KKCo8D9Q&m=0LK1lIHmaKcLeZVIZzPaAcqmSHUjx6xZS0MYaLvOBmL2l6VdnXaPPaCMNsVS691-&s=PsCYBwy_rOD2kTjPRbRBbyZeCM67quK0sNOSN2M_DnY&e= | https://northvillelibrary.org ] My working day may not be your working day. Please do not feel obligated to reply to this email outside of your normal working hours.
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Katie Rothley