Northeast Ohio Regional Library System

Programs

8.20.2025 - Time Management: Scheduling and Prioritization
Do you ever feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day? This session helps participants take back control of their time by learning how to schedule effectively and prioritize what truly matters. With practical tools and strategies, . . .
9.3.2025 - Cybersecurity for Library Staff
Be Aware and Be Prepared - Learn the who, what, when, where, why, and how of the current cyber security risks, attacks, concerns and what you can do to protect not only yourself, your company but also your family, friends and other relations from . . .
9.3.2025 - Genealogy Active Learning Community Meeting
We’re excited to unveil a fresh approach to professional connection and collaboration. Our traditional networking meetings are now Active Learning Communities—dynamic spaces designed for shared learning, real conversation, and practical . . .
9.10.2025 - Lead with Clarity: Intentional Communication for Library Supervisors
Supervisors and leaders set the tone for communication in the workplace. This webinar focuses on strengthening leadership communication through intentional dialogue, supportive feedback, and responsive listening. You will learn how to reduce . . .
9.11.2025 - The Power of Civility: Elevating Standards and Transforming Service
Tired of workplace friction impacting productivity and morale? The solution lies in embracing a revitalized understanding of civility. This isn't about superficial niceties; it's about deeply respecting the diverse perspectives, needs, and identities . . .
9.12.2025 - Human Resource/Fiscal Officer Active Learning Community Meeting
We’re excited to unveil a fresh approach to professional connection and collaboration. Our traditional networking meetings are now Active Learning Communities—dynamic spaces designed for shared learning, real conversation, and practical . . .
9.17.2025 - Canva II: Designing Impactful Flyers and Print Materials
Print materials remain essential tools to inform, engage, and inspire their communities. This intermediate-level course focuses on creating effective, professional-quality print pieces such as flyers, posters, and other print materials using Canva. . . .
9.25.2025 - Public Relations and Marketing Active Learning Community Meeting
We’re excited to unveil a fresh approach to professional connection and collaboration. Our traditional networking meetings are now Active Learning Communities—dynamic spaces designed for shared learning, real conversation, and practical . . .
9.30.2025 - Time Management: Overcoming Procrastination
Why do we delay even the simplest tasks? This session explores the psychology behind procrastination and how to break the cycle. Through interactive discussion and self-reflection, participants will identify their personal procrastination triggers . . .
10.1.2025 - 2025-2026 Leadership Academy
NEO-RLS Introduces the 2025-2026 Leadership Academy . . .
10.8.2025 - Doing What Matters: Values in the Library
Our values are the lens through which we interpret the world. They are the principles that guide our thoughts, actions, and behaviors. When we consciously and intentionally leverage our core values in our work, it gives us a sense of confidence, . . .
10.8.2025 - Directors/Deputy Directors Active Learning Community Meeting
We’re excited to unveil a fresh approach to professional connection and collaboration. Our traditional networking meetings are now Active Learning Communities—dynamic spaces designed for shared learning, real conversation, and practical . . .
10.14.2025 - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility Active Learning Community Meeting
We’re excited to unveil a fresh approach to professional connection and collaboration. Our traditional networking meetings are now Active Learning Communities—dynamic spaces designed for shared learning, real conversation, and practical . . .
10.15.2025 - Marketing and Outreach: Creating Engagement and Awareness
Explore how library marketing and communications intersect with community engagement to build stronger connections with your audience. In this webinar, participants will identify goals for awareness, engagement, and usage while creating a . . .
10.15.2025 - Circulation Active Learning Community Meeting
We’re excited to unveil a fresh approach to professional connection and collaboration. Our traditional networking meetings are now Active Learning Communities—dynamic spaces designed for shared learning, real conversation, and practical . . .
10.21.2025 - Holding My Own: Lessons Learned as a Neurodivergent Library Leader
Neurodivergent librarians face unique challenges in the workplace, particularly as they climb the leadership ladder. In this honest and straightforward conversation rooted in her real-world experiences, Librarian and Accessibility Consultant Renee . . .
10.23.2025 - Safe Space - LGBTQ+ Cultural Competence Training
LGBTQ+ Cultural Competence Training is designed to foster safer, more inclusive communities for people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. This training equips participants with the knowledge and tools to recognize and address bias, . . .
10.28.2025 - NEO-RLS Open House -Featuring Mychal Threets
Join Us for NEO-RLS Open House . . .
10.30.2025 - Thriving at Work: Practical Strategies for Better Days in the Library
Do your work days feel like a blur? Between patron demands, programming pressures, and shifting priorities, it’s easy to fall into survival mode. This one-hour introductory webinar will offer practical strategies to help you reconnect with what . . .
11.4.2025 - Time Management: Eliminating Time Wasters and Staying Organized
Time leaks can sabotage even the most productive days. In this session, participants will uncover the sneaky time wasters—both digital and interpersonal—that interrupt their focus and flow. They’ll also learn how to manage . . .
11.12.2025 - Supporting Neurodivergent Library Users
How can you create neuroinclusive library experiences for your users? This presentation will discuss ways to make programs, collections, and services more accessible for neurodivergent people. Leave with ideas for how to create a welcoming . . .
12.2.2025 - Guided Reading Round Table (GRRT): Historical Literary Fiction
Modeled off the Chicago-area Adult Reading Round Table, the Guided Reading Round Table (GRRT) will lead library staff through an in-depth genre study. Over the course of a year, we will explore historical fiction, with a specific focus on the . . .
12.10.2025 - The Power of Storytelling and Empathy-Centered Communication
Storytelling and empathetic communication are powerful, often underestimated tools in marketing and outreach. Centering empathy for your patrons' needs and experiences in your communication strategies will enhance the efficacy of your reach and will . . .
12.10.2025 - Special Libraries Active Learning Community Meeting
We’re excited to unveil a fresh approach to professional connection and collaboration. Our traditional networking meetings are now Active Learning Communities—dynamic spaces designed for shared learning, real conversation, and practical . . .
12.11.2025 - Life Art: A New Horizon, Library Edition
This presentation will plumb the depths of human potential by asking folks, what if we consider our contemporary society through the lens of living life as art?  And what if libraries are the perfect synergistically aligned conduits for this . . .