Live on September 12, 4 to 5:30 pm, recording will be available for thirty days. Maintaining openness in government is a key responsibility for a library’s board of trustees. It is critical for every board of trustee, and the staff that supports them, to have a working knowledge of the Kansas Open Meetings Act (KOMA). This webinar presented by the League of Kansas Municipalities will provide an in-depth analysis of KOMA. Attendees will learn: Registrants […]
The Kansas Regional Library Systems would like to invite you to our next After-lunchCourse: Incorporating EDI into the Whole Collection Development Cycle Equity, diversity, and inclusion can be applied to every part of the Collection Development cycle. From careful, conscious selection, diverse subject headings, intentional weeding of the entire collection, including the classics, and applying it to staff training. We are excited to have Leanne Cheek, Meghan Hollingsworth, Jennifer Marshall, Anne Harris, Theresa Tittle, and Kelsey Gourd […]
The Kansas Regional Library Systems invite Kansas library professionals and trustees to join the 2023-2024 APPLE students for an HR Basics and Employment Law workshop on Friday, September 29, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. The presenter is Tiffany Hentschel, Deputy Director of Human Resources at Johnson County. There is no cost to participate – this workshop is on the Systems! Register to attend here: https://kslib.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEqc-mprjgqE9MStIhZ9k4tlYHjpWwXke-f. Targeted Learning Outcomes:
Download Event Description Libraries and librarians must look beyond our present-day models, assumptions, and ideas to recognize external disruptors on the horizon of our profession alongside broader emerging patterns to “create functional views of alternative futures and possibilities.” The Connecticut State Library Division of Library Development (DLD) has identified Strategic Foresight as a critical discipline for librarians now. Strategic Foresight training can provide librarians with the skills to plan for future shifts. We all want […]
Quarterly users group meeting for Next libraries.
Registration: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/4416968857587/WN_IV0Jl_j9RliNI5GUxwjv8g Homelessness is a recurrent topic of concern in public libraries. At times, staff at public libraries interact with almost as many patrons experiencing homelessness as staff at shelters do. This presentation will highlight best practices and give guidance that frontline staff can use to better understand and serve this diverse population of patrons experiencing homelessness. As a result of this program, participants will: • Learn how to assess the needs of the transient […]
Dan Alexander interviews Sharon Moreland about the Iola Public Library as part of this monthly series (formerly Sunflower State Libraries). Registration link: https://kslib.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYldOmgqD0jHdZaGSkZXFyNVFrDAQSaV_8_
PCI Webinar with Mj Callaway Wednesday, January 10, 2024 from 1-2 PM CST Unexpected disruptions, understaffed days, and uncertainty impact you and your patrons. Change is an unexpected guest, but it doesn't have to be feared. Instead, discover how to "flip" every twist and turn of change into a catalyst for positive communication, fostering resilience and unstoppable momentum. You'll boost your Bounce-Ability to improve communication, energy, and mindset. You'll get a blend of inspirational examples, strategic […]
Facilitated by Gregg Winsor, Johnson County Library For this Readers' Advisory networking sessions we're going to do a "New Year's Resolutions" type of discussion, but for books! What are your Readers' Advisory goals for 2024? How can we help each other achieve them? Come join us, our Readers' Advisory panel is a fun group! Register here (Sign up as a member through NEKLS)
NEKLS, Lawrence Public Library and Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library join forces to host the 2024 Youth Media Mock Awards from 9 -11:30am on January 16, 2024 at Lawrence Public Library.Register at https://forms.gle/mogpfSs7kfKDGAw96 The shortlists of nominees will be announced on Monday, December 18th. If you need the list, email Anna Foote at NEKLS, afoote@nekls.org. Come ready to discuss great books!
Beginning in 2017, updates to and work on what is now "Original RDA" was halted for the 3R project: RDA Toolkit Restructure and Redesign. The result is now available for review as "Official RDA". It is based on the IFLA-LRM (Library Reference Model) and includes many new terms for old concepts such as Aggregates, Application Profiles, Nomens, and Representative Expressions, and new tools such as LC's Metadata Guidance Documentation (MGD). This educational session* will explain […]
