June 2025 Live Workshops and Webinars

Wednesday, June 4

Self-care Made Simple: An Overview of Why and How to Replenish [PCI Webinars] Wednesday, June 4 from 2:00 – 3:00 | Register

Self-care is so much more than a manicure or massage. It is how we restore, replenish, and nurture ourselves. It involves tough aspects like saying no, setting boundaries, assertive communication, as well as gentle restorative practices such as relaxation, laughter, and nourishing our soul.

Grant Writing Basics: Practical Steps and Strategies for Beginners [Niche Academy with Julie Edwards] Wednesday, June 4 from 2:00-3:00 | Register

Are you looking for programs and funds to help enhance services? Have you always wanted to try grant writing but don’t know where to start? Are you encouraged (or expected) to write grants but daunted by the prospect? In this webinar, Julie Edwards will help you build your confidence with practical grant writing steps and strategies…

Resources and Strategies to Protect Older Adults from Fraud and Scams [WebJunction] Wednesday, June 4 from 3:00-4:00 | Register

Panelists will highlight free resources available for libraries to help patrons combat fraud and will share experiences hosting effective fraud prevention workshops.

Thursday, June 5

Counting Programs and Activities – Updates for FY26 [DLD Workshop with Barbara Ghilardi] Thursday, June 5 from 11:00-12:00 | Register

Programs and activities are integral to library services and keeping track of programs and attendees is an important part of the CT Public Libraries' Annual Report. Join us for a refresh on how to count programs and activities as well as how to use the Program and Activity Counts spreadsheet which has been updated for FY26.

The Angry Patron – The L.A.S.T Approach: A Useful and Important Customer Service Tool [Library 2.0] Thursday, June 5 from 2:00-3:00 | Contact Gail.Hurley@ct.gov for registration information. Click here for full description.

One of the toughest challenges when dealing with angry, entitled, or frustrated patrons in the library is having both the ability and skill to apologize when things have not gone right. Most times, it’s not our fault, or it’s not anyone’s fault, or it may even be the patron’s fault, which makes the apology process something most staff members just don’t want to do…

Wednesday, June 11

Nurturing Potential: A Toolkit for Engaging Unsupervised Youth and Teens in Your Library [PCI Webinars] Wednesday, June 11 from 2:00-3:00 | Register

Are you passionate about transforming your library into a haven for all, including unsupervised youth and teens? Join us for an insightful webinar where we dive into innovative strategies to engage and positively influence these young minds.

The Innovative Library: Creativity, Change, and Impact [Library 2.025 mini-conference] Wednesday, June 11 from 3:00-6:00 | Register

Libraries are at the forefront of innovation, evolving to meet the changing needs of their communities in creative and impactful ways. The Innovative Library conference explores how librarians across all types of institutions—academic, public, and beyond—are leading change, turning ideas into action, and forging new partnerships…

Wednesday, June 18

Little Hands Signing in Storytime [DLD Workshop with Kathy MacMillan] Wednesday, June 18 from 10:00-11:30 | Register

This presentation will cover the benefits of using basic American Sign Language with all children, and offer a variety of simple techniques for making your programs more fun, educational, and participative through the use of signs with audiences of all ages. Participants will leave armed with a vocabulary of very basic signs to start using right away.

Libraries for All: Accessible Library Services for Children with Disabilities and their Families [PCI Webinars] Wednesday, June 18 from 2:00-3:00 | Register

Whether large or small, rural or urban, all library communities serve children with disabilities. Developing an awareness and understanding to the needs of kids with disabilities and their families is vital for providing relevant and impactful library services to all. This webinar shares ideas for programs, collections, and services that welcome and support kids with disabilities and their families…

More Money, More Programs: Getting More Funding for Your Library Through Grants, Fundraisers, and City Officials [Niche Academy Webinar] Wednesday, June 18 from 2:00-3:00 | Register

Chelsea Price discusses common myths about asking for money, the importance of relationships, grant-writing tips, and fundraising ideas...

Friday, June 20

Libraries and AI: Building a Framework for Evaluation and Integration [Library 2.0] Friday, June 20 from 2:00-3:30 | Register

We are at a historic turning point for libraries, where artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a transformative tool that can redefine how they operate and engage with their communities. From automating repetitive tasks like cataloging to personalizing patron experiences with tailored recommendations, AI offers unprecedented opportunities to enhance efficiency, creativity, and accessibility. For libraries—trusted institutions at the heart of knowledge dissemination—this moment demands a strategic approach to harness AI’s potential while preserving core values of equity, access, and intellectual freedom…

Wednesday, June 25

Navigating Grief in the Library: Compassionate Communication and Support Strategies [PCI Webinars] Wednesday, June 25 from 2:00 - 3:00 | Register

Through this program we will consider how to address the sensitive topic of grief in professional settings, offering practical guidance on how to communicate with empathy and provide meaningful communicative support…

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For any questions, please contact Gail Hurley at Gail.Hurley@ct.gov or

860-704-2223

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