[PL-Directors] FREE United for Libraries eLearning

[HANNING Darci * SLO]

Hello directors,

Passing along these free training opportunities to you; webinars will be recorded so please register to receive a link to the recording!


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Jan. 11 United for Libraries webinar to focus on accessibility and what library Trustees need to know




[Accessibility and Public Libraries Under Title II of the Americans With Disabilities Act: What Trustees Need to Know]United for Libraries will present Accessibility and Public Libraries under Title II of the Americans With Disabilities Act: What Trustees Need to Know<https://www.ala.org/events/accessibility-and-public-libraries-under-title-ii-americans-disabilities-act-what-trustees> on Sat., Jan. 11, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Eastern. The session will be presented by Clare Membiela, MLS, J.D., Library Law Consultant, Library of Michigan. This webinar will provide an introduction to Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and a general overview of the legal expectations for public libraries, focusing on the responsibilities of Trustees/Board Members in ensuring that their libraries are truly welcoming to all of their communities - now and into the future.



Registration is free for those in Oregon. Register now<https://airtable.com/apphf4sCdaVrFi9dH/pagKdNzc2rnIS9dDE/form>





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United for Libraries Learning Live: 'Start Planning Now (YES NOW!) for Your Library's Annual Giving Campaign' on Jan. 14, and 'Empowering Your Friends Group to Become Advocacy Rockstars' on Feb. 11




[Logo: United for Libraries Learning Live]<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTgyNjM1OCZwPTEmdT0xMTE5ODAwODA5JmxpPTExMzQwMjM2NQ/index.html>The United for Libraries Learning Live<https://americanlibraryassociation.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0xMTgyNjM1OCZwPTEmdT0xMTE5ODAwODA5JmxpPTExMzQwMjM2NQ/index.html> on Jan. 14 will be "Start Planning Now (YES NOW!) for Your Library's Annual Giving Campaign" with Amanda Standerfer. "Empowering Your Friends Group to Become Advocacy Rockstars" will be the focus of the Feb. 11 session, which will feature Shanta Dickerson, the inaugural Executive Director of the Friends of Johnson County (Kan.) Library Learning Live sessions are recorded and available on-demand.





Registration is free for those in Oregon. Register now<https://airtable.com/apphf4sCdaVrFi9dH/shrQtiPdXGaY9sOnX>


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Register for Virtual Retreat: 'Shaping the Future for Your Friends of the Library,' March 22




United for Libraries will host a virtual retreat, "Shaping the Future for Your Friends of the Library," on Sat., March 22, noon to 3 p.m. Eastern. Friends groups make a lasting difference for their libraries. Learn how to ensure your library Friends have a bright future and strategic direction in the areas of recruitment, succession planning, board development, advocacy, and membership. Find out how resources from United for Libraries can help as you grow and strengthen your Friends group. Scalable ideas will be shared for libraries and communities of all sizes. The program will include panel presentations, activities, and idea sharing.



Registration is free for those in Oregon. Register now<https://airtable.com/apphf4sCdaVrFi9dH/pag9SR6HHjax79HR7/form>

For assistance or questions, please contact:
united at ala.org<mailto:united at ala.org>

United for Libraries: The Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations
A division of the American Library Association
312-280-2160
Website: www.ala.org/united<http://www.ala.org/united>
News & Updates: united.ala.org<http://united.ala.org/>


Cheers,
Darci Hanning, MLIS (she/her/hers)
Public Library Consultant / CE Coordinator
Continuing Education Resources: https://libguides.osl.state.or.us/conted
State Library of Oregon | Library Support and Development Services
971-375-3491 | darci.hanning at slo.oregon.gov<mailto:darci.hanning at slo.oregon.gov> | www.oregon.gov/library<http://www.oregon.gov/library>

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