Northeast Ohio Regional Library System

Programs

4.23.2024 - Canva Basics
Canva is a powerful tool for creating quick graphics, but it can be tricky to learn all the ins and outs of it! Join us as we delve into some of the popular features of Canva and how to use them. . . .
4.25.2024 - Youth Mental Health First Aid
Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth. This 6-hour training gives adults who work with youth the skills they need to reach out and provide . . .
5.1.2024 - Using Words to Invite: Crafting Great Program Descriptions
What makes a strong program description? In this session, you will learn the importance of great program titles and descriptions, and how to write them for audiences of all ages and interests. Master the art of clear, concise, and compelling program . . .
5.2.2024 - Time Management Yours and Theirs
This webinar is part of the 2024 New Supervisors Academy. . . .
5.9.2024 - Dynamic Dialogue: Understanding Socio-economic Diversity and Uplifting Underserved Communities
2024 Dynamic Dialogue: Understanding Socio-economic Diversity and Uplifting Underserved Communities, is an event aimed at helping libraries better serve diverse socio-economic and marginalized groups. Attendees will explore practical strategies to . . .
5.14.2024 - Special Libraries Network Meeting
Join us for networking meeting of special libraries.  Come share your successes and challenges with your fellow special libraries colleagues.  This will be virtual via Zoom you will receive the link to the meeting 2 hours prior to the . . .
5.16.2024 - Challenging Employee Conversations Without Fear
You’re a manager or supervisor with an employee who is missing the mark. It’s your job to help them improve – but how do you approach that tough conversation? This webinar is designed to help you take the fear out of challenging . . .
5.22.2024 - Genealogy Networking Meeting
We are excited to start this new genealogy networking group. Here is an opportunity to share your challenges and successes with your peers.    This meeting will be held through Zoom which is user friendly to all devices.  You will . . .
5.23.2024 - 2024 Directors' Retreat: Fostering a Thriving Work Culture
We are excited to announce the 2024 Directors' Retreat:  Fostering a Thriving Work Culture.  We will be returning to the Punderson Manor Lodge & Conference Center this year. The retreat will kick off with a light breakfast on Thursday, . . .
5.29.2024 - Cross-Training in a Union Environment
Are you exploring cross-training at your library, but unsure of how it fits in with your union? Cheryl Grizzell, Chief Operating Officer at Lorain Public Library System, and Jennifer Welsh, Senior Director of Public Services at Stark Library, will . . .
6.5.2024 - After Care: How Employees Can Care for Themselves and Their Co-Workers After Difficult Patron Interactions
Difficult interactions often leave us rattled and we either want to bury the memory deep inside or chronically complain about them. Neither is helpful nor effective. We can care for ourselves and others individually and as a group. Discover some best . . .
6.5.2024 - Excel Drop-in Q & A (Excel Nerds and Novices welcome)
Join us for a session to have your Excel questions answered.  Here is an opportunity to share tips and ask questions about Excel.  Do you want to learn more about quickly navigating in Excel?  Excel formula basics?  Using . . .
6.7.2024 - Human Resource/Fiscal Officer Networking Meeting-In Person
Here is an opportunity to share your challenges and successes with your peers.  This meeting will be held through Zoom which is user friendly to all devices.  You will receive a link in your email when you register and 1 hour before the . . .
6.7.2024 - Human Resource/Fiscal Officer Networking Meeting-Via Zoom
Here is an opportunity to share your challenges and successes with your peers.  This meeting will be held through Zoom which is user friendly to all devices.  You will receive a link in your email when you register and 1 hour before the . . .
6.12.2024 - Conducting a Diversity Audit of Your Collections and Ordering: Where to Start
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6.13.2024 - Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid is a training course designed to give members of the public key skills to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. Just as CPR training helps a layperson without medical . . .
6.20.2024 - Artificial Intelligence and the Library: A Beginner's Guide
More and more we hear about artificial intelligence (AI), but what is it exactly? Even as AI continues to develop as a technology, its influence can already be felt in libraries. Our speaker will explore the many ways AI has begun to impact our . . .
7.17.2024 - Practical Budget Management: How to Avoid Disaster, Make Smart Moves, Report Responsibly, and Stress Less About your Budget!
Whether you’re a newly minted library staffer responsible for the budget for Summer Reading, a Director concerned with making the most of your budget, or have budgeting responsibilities somewhere in between, budgeting can be intimidating. Join . . .
9.4.2024 - Prioritizing Self-Care for Management
In our roles as supervisors and leaders, the importance of self-care is often acknowledged but frequently overlooked. Our attention is dedicated to managing our organizations, supporting our employees, and achieving our objectives. Neglecting . . .