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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.
Learn more about all of the changes incorporated in the Senate version of the state budget, Sub. House Bill (HB) 110 which impact Ohio’s public libraries. This webinar will also discuss what to expect as the budget Conference Committee begins their work in reconciling the differences between the House and Senate versions of the HB 110.
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.
Register at my OLC | Registration Deadline: 7/14/21
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.
Conference Overview: 2020 was a year that forced innovation, but library staff have been innovators for years. This virtual conference will explore pre- and post-pandemic resiliency in library services, programs and more.
| Conference Keynotes: | ||
 Matthew Heaggans |
 Tracy Strobel |
 Felton Thomas |
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.
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.
What’s Included: All conference handouts as provided by the presenters.
Jeff Yahraus, Conference Chair
Conference Planning Committee:
Jeff Yahraus, Chair
Williams County Public Library
Kellen Freeman
Delaware County District Library
Katy Hite
Delaware County District Library
Liz Muether
Mercer County District Library
Gill Nance
Southwest Public Libraries
Brenna Riethmiller
Winters-Bellbrook Community Library
Leann Schneider
Bexley Public Library
Jennifer Stencel
Akron-Summit County Public Library
Holly Walter
Findlay-Hancock County Public Library
Jeannine Wilbarger
Rossford Public Library
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.
The Ohio General Assembly has finalized and Gov. DeWine has signed the FY22-23 state budget bill (House Bill 110). The budget maintains the Public Library Fund (PLF) at 1.7% of the General Revenue Fund (GRF) for the next two years and became effective on July 1, 2021. This webinar will cover the final provisions in the budget and their impact on Ohio’s public libraries.
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.
Virtual event sponsored by the Outreach and Special Services Division
Register at my OLC | Registration Deadline: 8/1/21
Registration Fees: Member $30* | Non-member $60
*OLC Individual members or staff of OLC Institutional member libraries.
Program Overview: Gather successful collaborative ideas from colleagues and share your library’s successful outreach initiatives with others. Come prepared to refresh, rejuvenate, and revitalize your library’s outreach programs and services!
Intended Audience: All library staff members interested in outreach services.
Continuing Education Credits: For those working toward their Ohio Public Librarian or Ohio Public Library Staff re-certification, this conference will count as five (5) contact hours of credit.
Online Event Instructions: The Ohio Library Council will present this program via Zoom. The link will be emailed to all registrants 2 days prior to the event.
What’s Included: All handouts as provided by the presenters.
Ohio Public Library Core Competencies Addressed: Patron Awareness, Customer Service, Community Engagement
AGENDA:
10:00 a.m. | Welcome and Introductions
10:05 a.m. | Using Kits to Enhance Programming to Older Adults
Presenter: Sally Inglett, MEternally
Many libraries have kits that they use in programming from early childhood to seniors. Sally Inglett from MeTernally will share with us information about using kits and other memory resources with older adults.
11:00 a.m. | Break
11:10 a.m. | Networking Breakout Sessions (Choose one when registering)
| Session #1 | Session #2 | Session #3 |
| Services to Youth | Home Delivery/Services for Seniors | Bookmobiles |
| Moderator: Alice Macey, Marysville Public Library | Moderator: Gabrielle Rathge, Worthington Libraries | Moderator: Kim Bautz, Greene County Public Library |
12:15 p.m. | Lunch Break
12:45 p.m. | Library Services for the Incarcerated
Presenters: Ann Plazek, Medina County District Library and Rose Shaddy, Library Administrator, Ohio Department of Rehab and Corrections
From the Inside to the Outside is a partnership between the Medina County Sheriff’s Department and the Medina County District Public Library. The goal of this program is to educate incarcerated parents about the programs and services provided by the library that can help them prepare their children for success and then provide them with an opportunity to share a book with their child. Learn how you can reach out to your local prison to assist inmates with their reentry process.
1:45 p.m. | Break
1:55 p.m. | Self-Care for Outreach Professionals
Presenter: Helka Casey, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Psychiatric Counselor
Outreach patrons for the most part are caring individuals that we get attached to after bring materials to them over the years. Taking care of yourself is important, but in the world of Outreach it becomes essential so that you don’t suffer from compassion fatigue and burnout. This session will discuss tips on how to practice self-care.
2:55 p.m. | Wrap-up and Closing Remarks
3:00 p.m. | Adjourn
