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FREE for Institutional Member Library Directors and Fiscal Officers

Presenters:

• Michelle Francis, Executive Director, Ohio Library Council
• Jay Smith, Director of Government and Legal Services, Ohio Library Council

This discussion covered what lies ahead during the Lame Duck, the final stage of the 133^rd General Assembly. You will learn more about the policy impact that the General Election will have moving forward as well as strategies for early engagement with elected leaders. The webinar also included legal updates pertaining to COVID-19.

Sponsored by the Ohio Library Council

Program Overview:
This workshop continues the conversation on race in Ohio’s public libraries with training on implicit bias, microaggressions in the workplace and being an active bystander. The OLC is working to promote equity, diversity and inclusion within the library profession to create public libraries that are reflective and inclusive of the communities in which they serve. The OLC is offering this special event as professional development for all public library employees. Take advantage of the reduced registration fee for OLC Individual Members and discounted group rates for OLC Institutional Member Libraries.

Register at my OLC | Deadline to register: 11/12/2020

Registration Fees:

*OLC Individual Members or staff of OLC Institutional Member Libraries.

**Group registration is for OLC Institutional Member Libraries ONLY

OLC defines a group as staff from a single library system logging in individually from multiple locations (or gathered at one access point) to participate in the live webinar broadcast. It will be the responsibility of the registrant to share the webinar login information with members of their staff who wish to participate.

What’s Included: Participation in an on-demand webinar prior to the live workshop, the live workshop itself, an on-demand webinar following the live workshop, and resources (if applicable) provided by the presenters. The webinar will be recorded and available to registrants for 30 days following the live webinar.

NOTE: Webinar invitations and access information will be sent via e-mail. Please check that your correct e-mail address is listed in your my OLC profile page.

If registering a group, it is the responsibility of the registrant to share the webinar login information with members of their staff who wish to participate.

Continuing Education Credits: For those working toward their Ohio Public Librarian or Ohio Public Library Staff re-certification, this workshop counts as 3 hours of continuing education contact hours of credit.

Ohio Public Library Core Competency: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

AGENDA
This event features three components:

1. On-Demand Webinar —  watch before Live Webinar (Link will be provided one week before the workshop).
2. Live Webinar on Nov. 19, 2020 (10 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.)
3. On-Demand Webinar — watch after Live Webinar

(1) On-Demand Webinar 
Please watch prior to the Live Webinar on Nov. 19
(Link will be provided one week before the workshop.)

Foundational Implicit Bias (Kirwan Institute Session)
An interactive introductory session on the subject of implicit bias. The session includes information on how our minds operate, the real-world implications of implicit bias, and ways to guard against bias. Recognizing that implicit bias can be a challenging topic, we begin by establishing an understanding with our audience that we are there to have a conversation about how our minds work, not about who is a “good” or “bad” person. This session is non-threatening for those new to conversations pertaining to race and identity. This approach to implicit bias is inherent in all components of Kirwan Institute trainings.

Run time: 1 hour and 42 minutes

(2) Live Webinar
Thursday, November 19

10:00 a.m. | Welcome and Introductions

Presenter: Michelle Francis, Executive Director, Ohio Library Council

10:10 a.m. | Implicit Bias in the Workplace & Microaggressions

Preshuslee Thompson

Presenter: Preshuslee Thompson, Training and Research Specialist, Kirwan Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnicity, The Ohio State University

Preshuslee Thompson earned her degree from Ohio State and joined Kirwan in 2018. She manages the Implicit Bias Curriculum and training calendar and develops content focused on diversity and inclusion, cultural humility, trauma informed care, and implicit bias. Prior to her time at Kirwan, Preshus worked in the non-profit sector advocating for many marginalized communities, including incarcerated youth and adults, those with mental illness, survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, as well as transient youth and foster youth. These experiences have shaped her perspective on structuralized racism and oppression and the impact they have on the services and resources provided to these communities.

11:30 a.m. | Break

11:45 a.m. |  Public Library Director Panel – Our Stories and Systemic Racism

Presenters: Kacie Armstrong, Director, Euclid Public Library and Tracy Strobel, Executive Director, Cuyahoga County Public Library

Two Ohio library directors will share their backgrounds, how they became librarians, their path to library leadership and their experiences within the Ohio library community. They will also discuss what they have done in their libraries, especially in recent months to address race.

Kacie Armstrong

As Director of the Euclid Public Library, Kacie Armstrong is responsible for overseeing the operation of the library, which includes staffing, facility management, administering a $5.6 million dollar budget, and providing a high quality collection of materials and services to meet the needs of the community. She has served in this role for more than seven years. Kacie is also the Past Chair of the Ohio Library Council’s Board of Directors and a frequent speaker on the importance of diversity in public libraries.

Tracy Strobel

After more than two decades working in libraries, Tracy Strobel became the Executive Director of the Cuyahoga County Public Library (CCPL) in 2019. Tracy grew up in Summit County and has spent 15 years with the library system, most recently as deputy director overseeing its 27 branches. Her major accomplishments at CCPL include leading the library’s largest capital improvement program in its history, replacing ten branches and renovating fourteen over seven years. Her career in public libraries began with a focus on technology at the Medina County District Library (1996-1999) and then the Cleveland Public Library (1999-2005). Tracy has long admired librarians. As a kid, she would pretend to be one. Tracy has seen the role of libraries evolve over the course of her career and she will share her insights.

12:45 p.m. | Closing Remarks

1:00 p.m. | Adjourn

(3) On-Demand Webinar
Please watch following Live Webinar on Nov. 19 (Link will be provided)

“Did They Really Just Say That?!” Being an Active Bystander (Kirwan Institute Session)

Have you ever been in a conversation when someone said something biased that made you uncomfortable, but you weren’t sure how to respond? Most of us struggle to address these all too common situations. Even though we want to do what’s right and speak up for equality, we don’t always know how to take action in that awkward moment—especially if we are not sure whether the person making the comment actually meant to cause harm. This session will illustrate the importance of committing to being an active bystander in moments when bias emerges through microaggressions, as well as provide participants with actionable skills to do so.

Run time: 2 hours and 27 minutes

SPECIAL NOTE:
We know racial justice is not achieved by a workshop, webinar, or good intentions, but with ongoing commitments and actions. The OLC’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee continues to compile resources on anti-racism and social equity work and recently added more tools to the OLC website at olc.org/racial-equity.

Sponsored by: OLC’s Adult Services Division

Register at my OLC | Deadline to register: Dec. 2

FREE* for OLC members only.
*Individual members or staff of OLC Institutional member libraries.

When registering, click “Finalize This Transaction” instead of “Pay Now” as there is no cost to participate.

Webinar Overview
As the pandemic drags on, one thing has become clear—virtual programming is here to stay. Even after libraries resume in-person programming, there will still be value in creating filmed programming, whether it is to preserve the program for future use or to allow those who are not comfortable or able to come to the library to participate. Librarians have always strived to deliver the highest quality in-person programming, so why should our video programs be any different? This webinar will provide you with the videography skills and expertise you need to produce high-quality filmed programs. Whether your video experience starts and ends with a phone camera or you have been creating YouTube videos for years, this webinar will help you take your videography skills to the next level.

Presenter: Emily Lohr is an adult services and technology-focused librarian with more than six years of experience working in public and academic libraries. She currently serves as an Adult Services Librarian at the Kent Free Library. She received her MLIS from Kent State University and her B.S. in Multimedia Communications from Olivet Nazarene University with a focus on filmography and video production. Before becoming a librarian, Emily worked as a video producer and scriptwriter in the academic and non-profit sectors.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn the three stages of video production and a time-tested blueprint for planning, organizing, and seamlessly implementing your ideas for filmed programing.
• Learn simple changes you can make to drastically improve the video and audio quality of your filmed programs.
• Understand library-specific considerations that save time and money on equipment (while still creating beautiful, high-quality programming).
• Understand concepts and industry vocabulary in order to construct meaningful queries and teach yourself more about videography after the webinar.

Intended Audience: Library staff responsible for virtual programming and those who would like to learn how to produce videos like a pro.

What’s Included: Participation in the live webinar and/or access to the archived version at a later date, resources (if applicable) provided by the presenter.

NOTE: Webinar invitations and access information will be sent via e-mail. Please check that your correct e-mail address is listed in you my OLC profile page.

Continuing Education Credits: For those working toward their Ohio Public Librarian or Ohio Public Library Staff re-certification, this webinar counts as (1.5) continuing education contact hour of credit.

Primary Ohio Public Library Core Competencies Addressed: Programming

If you are unable to participate in the live presentation, the webinar will be recorded and posted on the OLC website.

Sponsored by the Ohio Library Council

Register at my OLC | Deadline to register: 12/04/20

FREE* for OLC members only.
*Individual members or staff of OLC Institutional member libraries.

When registering, click “Finalize This Transaction” instead of “Pay Now” as there is no cost to participate.

Presenters:

Miriam Sheline is the Managing Attorney at Pro Seniors, Inc. She was admitted to the Ohio Bar in 1984. Her practice is in Elder Law with an emphasis in Housing, Medicaid, Consumer, and Affirmative Litigation. Sheline has been an attorney with Pro Seniors since 2003. Before joining Pro Seniors, she was a partner with Hirsch & Sheline where she had a general civil practice with an emphasis in Domestic Relations, Probate, Real Estate and Bankruptcy. Ms. Sheline has presented seminars on Estate Planning, Medicaid, Grandparent Rights, Guardianships, Advance Directives, Nursing Home Resident Rights; and Consumer/Debtor Rights.

Robert Vines is the managing ombudsman with Pro Seniors, Inc. He started to work in the long-term care industry in 1988 and became a licensed nursing home administrator in 1994. Vines has been a long-term care ombudsman at Pro Seniors in Cincinnati since March 2000, and the Program Director there since September 2014. He lives in Dayton and is a graduate of Bowling Green State University.

Webinar Overview:
Finding reliable information for seniors and their caregivers can be difficult, even under normal circumstances. But with the ongoing pandemic, helping patrons find long-term care options is even more difficult. During this webinar, you will learn more about the resources available to ensure the safety, security, protection, and quality of life of the seniors in your community. 

Robert Vines will talk about the protections and rights of a long-term care resident as well as assistance available to make the best choices for long-term care. Plus, he will cover how to advocate for a resident who is in a long-term care facility.

Miriam Sheline will explain the legal documents required for a patron caring for a loved one, including Financial Powers of Attorney, Health Care Powers of Attorney, and Living Wills.  She will also discuss the alternatives when legal documents are not available as well as the legal responsibilities facing a caregiver.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify the different types of long-term care settings in Ohio.
• Understand the long-term care aging network.
• Review online resources available to assist patrons who are researching long-term care options.
• Learn more about payment options for care.
• Locate basic resources for resolving long-term care problems.
• Understand the legal documents a patron would need for choosing care options, managing income and resources, arranging for payment options for care, and for advocating for a long-term care resident.
• Be aware of the legal liability and responsibility an individual faces when acting as a sponsor for a resident.

Intended Audience: All library staff who may encounter long-term care questions from patrons.

What’s Included: Participation in the live webinar and/or access to the archived version at a later date, resources (if applicable) provided by the presenters.

NOTE: Webinar invitations and access information will be sent via e-mail. Please check that your correct e-mail address is listed in you my OLC profile page.

Continuing Education Credits: For those working toward their Ohio Public Librarian or Ohio Public Library Staff re-certification, this webinar counts as (1.5) continuing education contact hours of credit.

Primary Ohio Public Library Core Competencies Addressed: Reference

Sponsored by the Children’s Services Division

Register at my OLC | Deadline to register: Feb. 8

Registration Fees:
Member: $20* | Non-member: $40

*OLC Individual members or staff of OLC Institutional Member Libraries

Webinar Overview
Feeling burnt out with virtual programming? Maybe you aren’t seeing large audiences at virtual events, or you are just out of fresh ideas? Refresh your planning with more than 30 no-contact programs designed for children or teens. Discover new virtual event ideas, pick-up kit topics, and larger services your library could start that may continue after in-person programming resumes (such as story trails and dial-a-story phone lines). You’ll learn first-hand from library staff who have already implemented these programs. Plus, you’ll come away from this webinar with a list of resources and tools to help you discover even more program ideas on your own.

Presenters:

• Annamarie Carlson, Youth Services Librarian, Westerville Public Library
• Sarah Cramer, Children’s Services Librarian, Findlay-Hancock County Public Library
• Kate Knotts, Early Childhood/Intermediate Librarian, Akron-Summit County Public Library (Children’s Library).

Learning Objectives:

• Learn about 30, no-contact program ideas designed for children and teens (and adaptable for all ages).
• Understand library-specific considerations such as budget, time, technology, and physical space for materials like kits for pick-up.
• Discover resources to continue to learn about new, no-contact program ideas.

Intended Audience: Youth Services staff as well as Outreach and Special Services Staff.

What’s Included: Participation in the live webinar and/or access to the archived version at a later date, resources (if applicable) provided by the presenter.

NOTE: Webinar invitations and access information will be sent via e-mail. Please check that your correct e-mail address is listed in you my OLC profile page.

Continuing Education Credits: For those working toward their Ohio Public Librarian or Ohio Public Library Staff re-certification, this webinar counts as (1.0) continuing education contact hour of credit.

Primary Ohio Public Library Core Competencies Addressed: Programming

About the Presenters: 

The OLC will host an open discussion for library marketers to ask questions, exchange ideas and share best practices for handling library promotions in the current environment. Send questions and agenda items in advance to nfowles@delawarelibrary.org.

FREE for OLC members.

Register now.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the discussion group.

Sponsored by the Marketing and Public Relations Division.

“What’s Happening @ Your Small Library”

The OLC will host an online discussion forum for directors of small libraries. This will be a casual meeting to check in with our fellow small libraries to see how they are doing and to receive a timely update from OLC.  This session is free and open to all directors of libraries that have a budget of $1 million or less and a service area of 25,000 or fewer.

FREE for OLC members only.

Register in advance for this meeting

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the discussion group.

Sponsored by the Small Libraries Division

Registration:  FREE* for OLC members only.
*Individual members, trustees or administrators of OLC Institutional member libraries.

Register Now!

NOTE: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the discussion group.

Presenter: Jay Smith, Director of Government and Legal Services, Ohio Library Council

If you are unable to participate in the live presentation, the webinar will be recorded and posted on the OLC website.

Registration:  FREE* for OLC members only.
*Individual members, trustees or administrators of OLC Institutional member libraries.

Register Now!

NOTE: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the discussion group.

The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) has purchased 2 million at-home COVID-19 testing kits that provide reliable results in minutes. Gov. DeWine’s goal to make these rapid testing kits available and accessible in every Ohio county and Ohio’s public libraries have been asked to play a critical role.

Learn how your library can help distribute the free COVID-19 testing kits to patrons during this webinar. Governor DeWine’s Testing Team is eager to share this information with you and will explain how libraries in Crawford County partnered with their health district to offer this simple service. If you are unable to participate in the live webinar, it will be recorded and posted on the OLC website.

Background information on the testing kits is available on the OLC website.

If you are unable to participate in the live presentation, the webinar will be recorded and posted on the OLC website.