[CASL-L] September Virtual Workshops and Webinars

[Gail Hurley]

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September 2025 Virtual Workshops and Webinars



ACADEMIC LIBRARIES

CATALOGING

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

DESIGN / MARKETING

DISASTER PREPAREDNESS

DLD MINI TRAININGS

E-RATE

MENTAL HEALTH AND MEMORY

STAFF TRAINING

TEENS

TIME MANAGEMENT / ORGANIZATION


ACADEMIC LIBRARIES


Open Educational Resources (OER) in Higher Education: A Fresh Look at the Basics [Niche Academy Webinar] Wednesday, September 24 at 2 | Register<https://www.nicheacademy.com/webinar-open-educational-resources-in-higher-education-a-fresh-look-at-the-basics>

In this session, Wendy Walker introduces the fundamentals of OER – what they are and how they work – followed by an exploration of how OER can support higher education students not just financially and academically, but also in terms of their emotional and physical health…

CATALOGING


Linked Data for Public Librarians – OCLC’s Jeff Mixter [WebJunction] Tuesday, September 16 from 3-4 online | Register<https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/linked-data-for-public-libraries.html>


…If you are a cataloger, work with the integrated library system and catalog records, or if you are just curious about the next generation of library metadata, join this session to learn more about how linked data impacts libraries and their users.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

The GIANT Room: Community Engagement Through Hands-On Creative STEM Building, Writing, and Collaborative Publication - Part 1 [DLD Workshop] Wednesday, September 10 from 10-12 | Register<https://cslib.libcal.com/event/14960900>

In this interactive live series (online on zoom), we will provide a framework for creating engaging and accessible community engagement programs for families. The framework outlines ways in which The GIANT Room partners with librarians to bring community publication programs into libraries through “Remix Publication Stations”…

The GIANT Room: Community Engagement Through Hands-On Creative STEM Building, Writing, and Collaborative Publication - Part 2 [DLD Workshop] Wednesday, September 17 from 10-12 | Register<https://cslib.libcal.com/event/15043588>

DESIGN / MARKETING


Intro to Canva [DLD Workshop with Caitlin Augusta] Tuesday, September 16 from 10-12 online | Register<https://cslib.libcal.com/event/14981514> *Note – workshop is full, but waiting list is available.



Learn how to make logos, social media images, and flyers using the online design site Canva. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn about the Canva environment, design elements, and some of its newest features. Participants will work on their own designs during the workshop and will finish the class with projects they can use at their library…



Canva Templates [DLD Workshop with Caitlin Augusta] Tuesday, September 30 from 10-12 online | Register<https://cslib.libcal.com/event/14981573>



Whether you use the online design site Canva a little or a lot, you probably have strong feelings about its many template options. Learn tips for working efficiently in templates, with insights into layers and editing tools. Participants will also learn about some of Canva’s newest features…

DISASTER PREPAREDNESS

Crafting a Resilient Library: One-Page Disaster Plan Essentials [PCI Webinar with Dan Wilson] Wednesday, September 3 from 2-3 | Register<https://zoom.us/webinar/register/9017463564281/WN_4sb0VF5mQ52dW9dHzCrCvQ>

This informative webinar is designed to empower library staff with the skills needed to develop a concise and effective one-page disaster plan. This session will cover critical topics including effective communication strategies during emergencies, ensuring continuity of core library services, and building and nurturing partnerships with local disaster planners and law enforcement…

DLD MINIS

DLD Minis – Primo [DLD Workshop with Kym Powe] Thursday, September 11 from 10-10:30 | Register<https://cslib.libcal.com/event/15080311>

Every library has an online public access catalog (OPAC). Some libraries have Lion, some have Koha, the CT State Library has Primo<https://cscu-csl.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?vid=01CSCU_CSL:CSL_V1>. For 30 minutes learn to use this unique catalog to request items from the Middletown Library Service Center, check what items are on your account, and learn a few tips and tricks for requesting items. DLD Minis are regular 30-minute (or less!) virtual sessions with different DLD staff and your questions answered.

DLD Minis – DLD Communications [DLD Workshop with Ashley Sklar] Tuesday, September 23 from 11-12 | Register<https://cslib.libcal.com/event/15220587>

Here at DLD, we like to share a lot of things with you - we can't help it, resource sharing is what we do!  Thus, we have lots of communications channels that we populate with all sorts of information. Join the DLD Communications Team, Suzanne Kiss and Ashley Sklar, as they cover all the ways DLD keeps the library community in the loop!

E-RATE

Would Your Library Benefit from E-Rate Discounts for Internet Costs? [DLD Workshop with Christine Gauvreau] Monday, September 15 from 2-3 | Register<https://cslib.libcal.com/event/14815196>

Are you wondering if your library would benefit from the federal E-Rate program that provides discounts for internet costs? E-Rate subsides for internet access and fiber operations can range from 40-90% of your internet costs.  All libraries in the system are also automatically given a substantial budget to upgrade internal connections such as managed WiFi.  Are you curious about the steps to take to get started?  This workshop is designed for library directors and staff who want to find out what the E-Rate program can offer and what is required to take advantage of it. Bring your questions and concerns.

MENTAL HEALTH AND MEMORY

Trauma-Informed Programming: Using Mindfulness to Create Safe Space [PCI Webinar with Jenn Carson] Wednesday, September 10 from 2:00-3:00 | Register<https://zoom.us/webinar/register/8817463576752/WN_3ykbLUnlQnKmBTa1kxLmog>

This one-hour webinar will give you a brief overview of what it means to experience trauma and how it manifests. We will discuss ways to help your staff and your physical spaces be more trauma-sensitive, including topics such as sensory issues and architecture, self-defense, mindfulness, self-care, non-violent intervention, and mental health first aid training…

Mastering Memory for Professional Success [PCI Webinar with Chester Santos] Wednesday, September 3 at 2 | Register<https://www.nicheacademy.com/webinar-use-who-you-have-building-a-library-training-program-with-your-existing-staff>

In this fun & interactive program, U.S. Memory Champion, Chester Santos - "The International Man of Memory" will help you to develop life changing memory skills that you can immediately apply to better retaining and recalling valuable information from conference sessions, training classes, and other professional development activities…

STAFF TRAINING

Use Who You Have: Building a Library Training Program with your Existing Staff [PCI Webinar with Chester Santos] Wednesday, September 17 from 2-3 | Register<https://zoom.us/webinar/register/4117546877412/WN_rHBY3lLlSlGYJ4-vqPNYSQ>

Learn how to leverage your existing staff to create a robust training program for your library…

TEENS

Empowering Teens: Enhancing Information Literacy through Games and Interactive Programming [ DLD Workshop] Thursday, September 4 from 1-2 | Register<https://cslib.libcal.com/event/14855261>

You can help your teen patrons become better navigators of the information they find online. Learn how you can offer fun and engaging experiences that bring teens to the library and build their information literacy skills…

TIME MANAGEMENT / ORGANIZATION


How To Wear Many Hats Without Losing Your Head [DLD Workshop with Jean Baur] Tuesday, September 9 from 10-12 online | Register<https://cslib.libcal.com/event/14826408>



If you had a well-defined job, or if your job didn't shift the minute you thought you'd gotten your work done, life would be fairly easy. But when you're cataloging books, handling reference requests, managing acquisitions, etc. plus dealing with the challenges of the customers/patrons who are especially needy, you find yourself multitasking and it's exhausting. In this upbeat and interactive Zoom session, learn how to : *Single task, *Minimize disruptions, *Give yourself breaks, *Bundle non-essential tasks, *Ask for help. Designed for library staff, these critical steps will help you wear many hats without losing your head.

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For any questions, please contact Gail Hurley at Gail.Hurley at ct.gov<http://Gail.Hurley@ct.gov/> or

860-704-2223



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