[Libs-Or] Save the Dates: Webinars from WebJunction and More

[Darci Hanning]

Greetings!

Save the date for the following two webinars and read up on some great topics pertinent to every public library:

If you can’t attend a live session, all WebJunction webinars are archived and available for free from the course catalog<http://learn.webjunction.org/>.

Public Health and Public Libraries: Libraries as Health Literacy First Responders
Wednesday, October 21, 2015 ♦ 3 pm Eastern / 12 pm Pacific ♦ 60 min
Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/public-health-and-public-libraries.html
Misinformation about health abounds in today’s info-glutted environment. What is the role of public libraries in addressing issues of accurate health information? Public libraries are uniquely positioned to contribute to healthy communities by providing informed access to reliable health information. This panel presentation provides an overview of the field of public health, highlighting innovative health promotion initiatives at public libraries, and covering training and funding resources for health-related library outreach and programming. Join the conversation about building your community’s health literacy.
Presented by: Lydia N. Collins, Consumer Health Coordinator, National Network of Libraries of Medicine, Middle Atlantic Region; Anita Kinney, Program Analyst, United States Access Board; Christian Minter, Nebraska/Education Coordinator, National Network of Libraries of Medicine, MidContinental Region
E-rate: What’s New for 2016?
Thursday, October 29, 2015 ♦ 3 pm Eastern / 12 pm Pacific ♦ 90 min
Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/e-rate-whats-new-for-2016.html
There are big changes on the E-rate horizon! E-rate is an important program to many libraries, and whether you have participated in E-rate in the past, or are looking to apply for first time, you will want to know about the changes. This federal program provides discounts to assist schools and public libraries in the United States to obtain affordable Internet access and connections. Join us to learn about the new E-Rate Productivity Center (EPC), and new ways to file forms, track application status and communicate with the FCC.
This workshop will cover the basics of the E-rate program and demonstrate how to access and use your EPC account to submit your Funding Year 2016 E-rate application. Get the information you need to be successful in your application.
Presented by: Christa Burns, E-rate Coordinator for Libraries, Library Development Consultant, Nebraska Library Commission
Some excellent articles that make for a good read:


•         Strengthen your Marketing and Messaging<http://learn.webjunction.org/course/index.php?categoryid=15>: explore this section of the WebJunction Course Catalog, with free webinar archives from providers including WebJunction, TechSoup and Infopeople. Registration and use of the content in the catalog is free, and it’s open to everyone.


•         Bite-Sized Advocacy:<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/bite-sized-advocacy-part-1-take-time-to-plan.html> There are many great tools to help you create your own library awareness campaign. This first in a series of articles outlines ideas to divide this rich content into manageable chunks that could be fit into regular staff meetings.


•         Best Small Library of the Year:<http://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/belgrade-community-library.html> The Belgrade Community Library operates on a small budget with few staff and not enough open hours in a week, yet this library is able to offer a wide range of programs to their community near Bozeman, Montana. Enjoy great ideas on programs and partnerships from this Library Journal award-winning library.


Cheers!
Darci
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Darci Hanning * Technology Development Consultant
Library Support and Development Services * Oregon State Library
250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR  97301
503-378-2527 darci.hanning at state.or.us<mailto:darci.hanning at state.or.us>


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