[Libs-Or] Upcoming learning opportunities (free)

Fri Oct 24 09:30:43 PDT 2025

Hello library community!

Here’s a summary of upcoming learning resources available through the State Library and other organizations. Be sure to visit the State Library of Oregon’s CE website<https://slo.oregon.gov/conted/> for more learning resources and the CE Calendar<https://slo.oregon.gov/conted#s-lib-ctab-24120710-1> which also includes links to the PDF<https://maine-msl.libguides.com/ld.php?content_id=76010632> and online<https://www.webjunction.org/find-training/free-events.html> versions of this month's free events listed by category (compiled by the Maine State Library and hosted by WebJunction).

>> If you’re looking for learning resources on a particular topic, please contact me<mailto:darci.hanning at slo.oregon?subject=I'm%20looking%20for%20CE%20resources> – I’m happy to help! <<

REMINDER: Friday, November 14: Washington Library Association’s Trauma-Informed Libraries Online Summit<https://www.wla.org/2025-trauma-informed-libraries-summit>
The State Library of Oregon is offering unlimited, statewide access via a discount code for free registration to staff and volunteers of Oregon libraries. WLA’s registration starts on October 8 – staff and volunteers from Oregon libraries can request their free registration code by submitting this form<https://www.cognitoforms.com/StateLibraryOfOregon/RequestFreeRegistrationForWLASummit>.

AT YOUR LEISURE - recorded webinars, self-paced tutorials, articles, and podcasts at your convenience:

  *   WATCH: Beyond the Talk: Deja Foxx on finding alternative online spaces<https://www.ted.com/talks/deja_foxx_beyond_the_talk_deja_foxx_on_finding_alternative_online_spaces> (TED Talks Daily)
"Teen girls have solutions to save us from some of our biggest problems," says digital strategist Deja Foxx. Following her talk at TED2025, she joins Elise Hu, host of TED Talks Daily, to discuss the power, innovation and intelligence of teen girls — especially amid a rise in online platforms censoring women's health and creativity. Foxx reflects on how she went viral for speaking up at a town hall meeting, talks about the importance of carving out space for a different kind of internet and shares some of the women-led platforms uplifting female creatives. She also explores her journey into politics and shows how anyone can practice civic engagement, both online and offline.
  *   READ: Responding to Microaggressions and Unconscious Bias<https://www.nationalequityproject.org/responding-to-microaggressions-and-unconscious-bias> (National Equity Project) (Download PDF<https://www.nationalequityproject.org/s/Responding-to-Microaggressions-and-Unconscious-Bias.pdf>)
Microaggressions are the everyday verbal, nonverbal, and environmental slights, snubs, or insults, whether intentional or unintentional, that communicate hostile, derogatory, or negative messages to target persons based solely upon their marginalized group membership.

There is not a single “best way” to respond when we witness a microaggression in an interaction between two people, or when we observe actions or hear comments that seem to demonstrate unconscious bias. For people whose identities are not directly targeted by the words or actions, we have a responsibility to take action in solidarity and find ways to use whatever privilege we have to take action and influence the person who did the harm. At times, that action may simply be calling out unacceptable behavior or naming the impact those words or actions had.

  *   LEARN: Change Management: The Power of Advocates<https://my.nicheacademy.com/oregonstaff/course/72490> (self-paced tutorial)
When managing change initiatives, leaders need to engage and effectively utilize supportive stakeholders who are willing to reinforce key change messages and encourage others to try out and adopt new behaviors.  At the same time, leaders need to seek out, hear, and potentially act upon views that are in opposition to what the change is intended to accomplish or how the change is being implemented.

In this course, Kathryn Zukof, author of The Hard and Soft Sides of Change Management: Tools for Managing Process and People, will explain how to tap into and leverage both perspectives - advocates and the devil’s advocate – during any change effort. Kathryn will describe actions leaders can take to enlist the participation of supportive stakeholders at every level in the organization to achieve the advocacy that’s needed for the change to succeed. And she’ll provide concrete steps leaders can take to actively seek out contrarian and critical viewpoints and use this information to improve project outcomes.

Oregon library staff and volunteers can request access to the Oregon Library Staff Academy by using this form<https://www.cognitoforms.com/StateLibraryOfOregon/RequestAccessToContinuingEducationResources> and choosing the option for the Oregon Library Staff Academy)

  *   LISTEN: Breathe Away Anxiety: The Science of Happiness<https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/podcasts/item/happiness_break_a_humming_technique_to_calm_your_nerves_bhramari_pranayama_humming_bee_breath> (Greater Good Science Center, University of Berkley)
It’s important to take a moment to pause and take a long, slow exhale as we navigate life. In our series, "Breathe Away Anxiety," we explore ancient breathing techniques alongside cutting-edge research that reveals the powerful effects of slow, controlled breathing on our mental and physical well-being. We also share Happiness Break meditations to guide you through these science-backed methods, helping you reduce anxiety and cultivate calm in your everyday life.
ONLINE CONFERENCES (registration is free unless noted otherwise):
Wednesday, December 3, 9:00a – 2:30p PT: 2025 Rural Library Network eSummit<https://web.cvent.com/event/c5f5360a-566f-4a0b-bf6f-bcc6d776748d/websitePage:3d6d2182-5322-49db-bc62-7309541129c3> (Partners for Rural Impact)
Each year, the Rural Library Network eSummit brings together over 500 rural library leaders, staff, and partners from across the country for a powerful virtual gathering focused on one thing: the transformational role of libraries in building strong, thriving communities. This is not your typical online conference—it’s a high-energy, highly practical experience that affirms your work, expands your resource toolkit, and connects you with peers who share your mission, “All Rural Students Succeed.” [Agenda<https://web.cvent.com/event/c5f5360a-566f-4a0b-bf6f-bcc6d776748d/websitePage:e8ec8632-4941-4db5-b2b7-f9269ee7cda1>] [Registration<https://slo.oregon.gov/regProcessStep1>]

Thursday, November 6 , 7:00a – 2:00p PT: LibraryConLive! 2025<https://www.libraryjournal.com/event/libraryconlive2025> (Library Journal / School Library Journal)
Join a day-long celebration of fandom, spotlighting genre fiction for adults and teens with panels devoted to comics and graphic novels, horror, sf/fantasy, and more. Plus, network online while exploring the virtual exhibit hall, where you can chat with publishing reps and download free resources. Whether you're a public or school librarian, an educator, or a superfan, don't miss this chance to meet with some of your favorite creators.

UPCOMING LIVE PCI WEBINARS:
Each Wednesday from 11a - 12p PT, explore new, relevant topics during a live webinar from People Connect Institute.  Note: all PCI Webinars (live and recorded) are limited to Oregon library staff, volunteers, board members, Friend and Foundation members. Full descriptions are available on the PCI Webinar CE page<https://slo.oregon.gov/conted#s-lib-ctab-24120710-3>.

Oregon library staff and volunteers can request registration links for these upcoming webinars:<https://www.cognitoforms.com/StateLibraryOfOregon/RequestRegistrationLinksToUpcomingPCIWebinars>

OCTOBER:

  *   October 29:  Romance Readers Advisory: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told

NOVEMBER:

·        November 5: Care-Full Leadership: Managing with Trauma-Informed Care

·        November 12: Applying Early Literacy in Storytime Settings

·        November 19: Best Practices for Onboarding New Staff

·        November 26: Stoicism and Gratitude: Being Thankful for What We Can Control and What We Cannot

DECEMBER:

·        December 3: Scheduling Developing an Adaptive Storytime

·        December 10: Something's Missing: The Need for Library Involvement in Prison Literacy Programs

·        December 17: More than Your Voice: Practical Strategies for Speaking to Power

These webinars will also be recorded and available to Oregon libraries the following week in the Oregon Library Staff Academy / PCI Webinars<https://my.nicheacademy.com/oregonstaff?category=20549> category; if you need access to the academy, please submit this form<https://www.cognitoforms.com/StateLibraryOfOregon/RequestAccessToContinuingEducationResources> and choose the option for the Oregon Library Staff Academy.

                 Previous webinars:

  *   October 1: Using Book Displays and More to Market your Winter Holiday Collection (recording available<https://my.nicheacademy.com/oregonstaff/course/87735>)
  *   October 8: A Day in the Life of a New Library Leader (recording available<https://my.nicheacademy.com/oregonstaff/course/87913>)
  *   October 15: From Librarian to Lieutenant Governor Candidate: Lessons Learned from the Campaign Trail (recording available<https://my.nicheacademy.com/oregonstaff/course/88119>)
  *   October 22: NotebookLM in Action (recording available soon)

HIGHLIGHTED WEBINARS:
Tuesday, October 28, 11:00a – 12:30p PT: Libraries as Civic Hubs: Dialogue, Deliberation, and Civic Engagement in Challenging Times<https://www.ncdd.org/events.html> (National Coalition for Dialogue & Deliberation)
Libraries remain one of the last truly public spaces where people of all backgrounds can come together. In today’s polarized climate, they are also uniquely positioned to serve as hubs for civic engagement, dialogue, and trust-building.

Co-hosted by the National Coalition for Dialogue Deliberation (NCDD) and NCDD member organization the Listen First Project, this webinar will bring together leaders from across the civic engagement, bridge building, and library fields to share tools, resources, and real-world examples for strengthening libraries’ role as spaces for bridging, deliberation, and civic learning. [LEARN MORE<https://www.ncdd.org/events.html>] [REGISTER<https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MjM2NzY2>]

Thursday, November 13, 12:00 – 1:30p PT: Library Leadership Stories<https://ala-events.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4eJfk2R_RTuEhRNzo6yMNA#/registration> (ALA Editions/Neal-Schuman)
Attend this webinar for a major morale boost: Seven library leaders from diverse backgrounds will share stories of seminal experiences in library leadership and provide takeaways that any library worker can apply to their professional lives. A moderated Q&A between the storytelling presenters and the audience will follow the last presentation for this estimated 90-minute program. Learn more about the presenters and register here<https://ala-events.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4eJfk2R_RTuEhRNzo6yMNA#/registration>.

WEBINARS for the Week of October 27, details are available in the CE Calendar<https://slo.oregon.gov/conted/free#s-lib-ctab-24120710-1>:
Monday:

  *   8 – 9amStrategy-Culture Connection: How Culture Powers Strategic Change (Nonprofit Learning Lab)
  *   12 – 1pmUsing Chrome tools to support diverse readers (PACER Center)
Tuesday:

  *   8 – 9am Ask. Discover. Cite. How Academic AI is Redefining Discovery (Library Journal)
  *   10 – 11am Life Skills, Collaboration, and STEAM Connections Beyond the Classroom (edWeb)
  *   11am – 12:30pm Libraries as Civic Hubs: Dialogue, Deliberation, and Civic Engagement in Challenging Times
  *   11am – 12:30pm Ask Me Anything: Navigating the Federal Grant Landscape (Candid Learning)
  *   12 – 1pm 10 Things Every Library Friend or Trustee Should Know (WebJunction)

Wednesday

  *   9:30 – 10:30am Grant Writing for Collections Preservation
  *   10 – 11am Talking Teen Services – Understanding Teens: Building Positive Relationships - part 3 of 3 (LibrariesLearn/CSL)
  *   10 – 11am Transforming Business Models (Propel Nonprofits)
  *   11am – 12pm Romance Readers Advisory: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told (PCI Webinars)
  *   11am – 12pm Beyond Retention: Mechanisms to Support Librarian Job and Career Success and Longevity (ASERL)
  *   11am – 12pm Figuring Out Fair Use (Niche Academy)
Thursday

  *   8 – 9am Curriculum Shifts and Library Strategy: Insights from Emerging Higher Ed Trends (Clarivate|ProQuest)
  *   10 – 11am How to Have More Productive Conversations with Donors (Productive Fundraising)

Cheers,
Darci Hanning, MLIS (she/her/hers)
Public Library Consultant / CE Coordinator
Continuing Education Resources: https://slo.oregon.gov/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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