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Webinar Overview
This webinar will provide the latest information on the statewide program – the Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library (OGIL) – and how public libraries (of all sizes) are incorporating the program into their Summer Reading and fall programming events. You’ll learn easy tips and ideas on how to integrate OGIL titles into what you already have planned and how they can complement your current schedule. 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.
*Individual members, trustees or administrators of OLC Institutional member libraries.
NOTE: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the webinar.
Presenters:
- Fran DeWine, First Lady of Ohio
- Timberly Pierce, Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library
- Karl Colon, Executive Director, Greene County Public Library
- Mary Ellen Icaza, Executive Director, Stark County District Library
- Suzanne Cline, Executive Director, Shelby County Libraries
- Janet Ingraham Dwyer, Library Consultant, State Library of Ohio
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.
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
The Ohio House of Representatives will soon be completing their initial work on the state budget, House Bill (HB) 110.
Join OLC for an update on all of the changes incorporated in the House version of HB 110 that impact Ohio’s public libraries. We’ll also discuss our advocacy efforts and what lies ahead as the process continues in the Ohio Senate.
This update will also cover the administration’s revised health orders and what they mean for summer and fall programming at your library.
Registration: FREE* for OLC members only.
*Individual members, trustees or administrators of OLC Institutional member libraries.
NOTE: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the webinar.
Presenters: Jay Smith, Director of Government and Legal Services, Ohio Library Council and Michelle Francis, Executive Director, Ohio Library Council
If you are unable to participate in the live presentation, the webinar will be recorded and posted on the OLC website.
Sen. Jay Hottinger
Registration: FREE* for OLC members only.
*Individual members, trustees or staff of OLC Institutional member libraries.
NOTE: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the discussion group.
Presenters: Michelle Francis, Executive Director, and Jay Smith, Director of Government and Legal Services, Ohio Library Council
Special Guest: Senator Jay Hottinger, President Pro Tempore
Sen. Steve Wilson
Registration: FREE* for OLC members only.
*Individual members, trustees or staff of OLC Institutional member libraries.
NOTE: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the discussion group.
Presenters: Michelle Francis, Executive Director, and Jay Smith, Director of Government and Legal Services, Ohio Library Council
Special Guest: Senator Steve Wilson
Once again, we are at a turning point in this pandemic with the lifting of the statewide health orders. Even though we knew it was coming, we know there are questions and uncertainty. OLC has received emails and phone calls from across the state requesting a forum where library directors can have an open discussion and share their thoughts and plans for services and programming once the orders are lifted on June 2. The OLC will also discuss quarantining materials and virtual public meetings.
We know that many of you have started planning with your staff, but want to hear from others in your region and other parts of the state. OLC will provide that forum through a series of Zoom meetings we are making available to Institutional Member Library directors from different regions of the state.
Register for one of the four Zoom sessions:
| May 20, 2021 |
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| Library Directors | Session Time | Registration |
| (1) North/Northeast Ohio | 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Register now |
| (2) Northwest Ohio | 2:30-3:30 p.m. | Register now |
| May 21, 2021 |
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| Library Directors | Session Time | Registration |
| (3) Southeast Ohio | 9:00-10:00 a.m. | Register now |
| (4) Central and Southwest Ohio | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Register now |
Registration is free for directors of OLC Institutional Member Libraries. If you are unable to attend your region’s time slot, you may register for a different session.
There is a critical need to engage Ohio’s children during this difficult time. The OLC and the Center of Science and Industry (COSI) have joined forces to support Ohio’s families and capitalize on Summer Reading Programs! The Ohio Distance Learning Initiative is an effort being led by COSI and the State of Ohio, executed in collaboration with the Ohio Library Council as well as other museums and cultural institutions, to provide up to 50 FREE Learning Lunchboxes to each of Ohio’s 251 public library systems.
The Learning Lunchboxes are hands-on fun kits built in partnership with NASA. The space-themed kits provide five days’ worth of learning content. The boxes promote integrated learning in science, technology, engineering, arts, math, and the humanities. Each box activity is aligned with Ohio learning standards.
Registration: FREE* for OLC members only.
*Individual members, trustees or administrators of OLC Institutional member libraries.
NOTE: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the webinar.
Participation Form
Each public library system interested in participating in the program and wishing to receive 50 FREE Learning Lunchboxes should complete the form. Only ONE participation form may be submitted per library system. When you complete the form, list the top in-person and/or digital resources your library wishes to highlight (library resources will be promoted as part of the Ohio Distance Learning Initiative and COSI’s Roadshows across the state).
Sen. Jerry Cirino
Registration: FREE* for OLC members only.
*Individual members, trustees or staff of OLC Institutional member libraries.
NOTE: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the discussion group.
Presenters: Michelle Francis, Executive Director, and Jay Smith, Director of Government and Legal Services, Ohio Library Council
Special Guest: Senator Jerry Cirino
Sen. Theresa Gavarone
Registration: FREE* for OLC members only.
*Individual members, trustees or staff of OLC Institutional member libraries.
NOTE: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the discussion group.
Presenters: Michelle Francis, Executive Director, and Jay Smith, Director of Government and Legal Services, Ohio Library Council
Special Guest: Senator Theresa Gavarone
Register at my OLC | Registration Deadline: 6/2/21
Registration Fees: Member $65* | Non-member $130
*In order to qualify for the member rate, the registrant must be an Individual member of the Ohio Library Council.
David Bush, Keynote
Conference Overview: This virtual conference will examine customer service models that focus on providing a friendly, accessible environment and encourage customer engagement. You’ll gain a better understanding of how to make your library (regardless of its size) a welcoming “third” place by actively and continuously engaging patrons of all backgrounds, ages, and abilities. If you interact with the public or train staff that works with the public, this is the conference for your team.
Conference Schedule and Session Descriptions
NOTE: When registering, you will be asked to choose one breakout session per time period.
Continuing Education Credits: For those working toward their Ohio Public Librarian or Ohio Public Library Staff re-certification, this conference will count as six (6) contact hours of credit.
Intended Audience: Library staff who interact with the public.
What’s Included: All conference handouts as provided by the presenters.
Online Conference Instructions: The Ohio Library Council will present this conference via Zoom. The link will be emailed to all registrants 2 days prior to the conference. When registering for this conference, you will be asked to choose one breakout session per time period.
Drew Wichterman, Chair, Conference Planning Committee
Conference Planning Committee:
Drew Wichterman, CPL, Chair
Tipp City Public Library
Alyssa Bender
Stark County District Library
David Bush
Toledo Lucas County Public Library
Annamarie Carlson
Westerville Public Library
Tara Hutson
Fairfield County District Library
Brenda Miller
New Madison Public Library
Kristina Richey
Dayton Metro Library
Desiree Thomas
Worthington Libraries
Debbie Wittkop
Worthington Libraries
PDC Liaisons:
Joan Kendall-Sperry
Molly McGirr Norris
Webinar Overview
The OLC has been working with the Governor’s Office on Workforce Transformation (OWT) and BroadbandOhio on a new statewide digital resource finder that will highlight services available through Ohio’s public libraries. The state is in the process of creating a new digital platform where Ohioans can find local resources available to them, based on their location. Some of the resources that will be highlighted will be services available at individual public library locations (Wi-Fi hotspots, remote printing, etc.). The OLC will host a free webinar on Thurs., June 17 at 10 a.m. to explain the new digital resource finder and how your library can highlight your services.
Registration: FREE* for OLC members.
*Individual members, trustees or administrators of OLC Institutional member libraries.
NOTE: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to join the webinar.
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.
If you are unable to participate in the live presentation, the webinar will be recorded and posted on the OLC website.
