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SUMMARY:ALA 2026 Annual Conference - Visit Our Booth 4142
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SUMMARY:ALA 2026 Annual Conference - Visit Our Booth 4142
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URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/ala-2026-annual-conference-visit-our-booth-4142/
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SUMMARY:AMA@ALA: AI Policy with Robin Hastings
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in Ask Me Anything session with Robin Hastings on AI Policy. No registration required. Novare Library Services – novarelibrary.com
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/amaala-ai-policy-with-robin-hastings/
LOCATION:Booth 4142 – ALA Annual Conference\, McCormick Place\, Chicago
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SUMMARY:AMA@ALA: Effective Social Media with Elise Aiello
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in Ask Me Anything session with Elise Aiello on Effective Social Media. No registration required. Novare Library Services – novarelibrary.com
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/amaala-effective-social-media-with-elise-aiello/
LOCATION:Booth 4142 – ALA Annual Conference\, McCormick Place\, Chicago
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SUMMARY:AMA@ALA: Resumes 101 with Anne Ryan
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in Ask Me Anything session with career coach Anne Ryan on Resumes 101. No registration required. Novare Library Services – novarelibrary.com
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/amaala-resumes-101-with-anne-ryan/
LOCATION:Booth 4142 – ALA Annual Conference\, McCormick Place\, Chicago
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UID:32357-1782572400-1782576000@novarelibrary.com
SUMMARY:AMA@ALA: Vibe Coding with Heather Tesko
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in Ask Me Anything session with Heather Tesko on Vibe Coding. No registration required. Novare Library Services – novarelibrary.com
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/amaala-vibe-coding-with-heather-tesko/
LOCATION:Booth 4142 – ALA Annual Conference\, McCormick Place\, Chicago
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T100000
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SUMMARY:ALA 2026 Annual Conference - Visit Our Booth 4142
DESCRIPTION:Exhibit Hours \nFriday: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm\nSaturday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm\nSunday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm\nMonday: 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/ala-2026-annual-conference-visit-our-booth-4142-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T120000
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SUMMARY:AMA@ALA: AI and All Things Technology with Brian Pichman
DESCRIPTION:From AI tools to emerging technology trends\, Brian Pichman will discuss the innovations shaping today’s libraries.
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/amaala-ai-and-all-things-technology-with-brian-pichman/
LOCATION:Booth 4142 – ALA Annual Conference\, McCormick Place\, Chicago
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SUMMARY:AMA@ALA: LinkedIn Coaching with Anne Ryan
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in Ask Me Anything session with career coach Anne Ryan on LinkedIn Coaching. No registration required. Novare Library Services – novarelibrary.com
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/amaala-linkedin-coaching-with-anne-ryan/
LOCATION:Booth 4142 – ALA Annual Conference\, McCormick Place\, Chicago
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T150510Z
UID:32360-1782655200-1782658800@novarelibrary.com
SUMMARY:AMA@ALA: Customer Service with Maurice Coleman
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in Ask Me Anything session with Maurice Coleman on Customer Service. No registration required. Novare Library Services – novarelibrary.com
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/amaala-customer-service-with-maurice-coleman/
LOCATION:Booth 4142 – ALA Annual Conference\, McCormick Place\, Chicago
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T150000
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SUMMARY:AMA@ALA: Podcasting with Heather Tesko
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in Ask Me Anything session with Heather Tesko on Podcasting. No registration required. Novare Library Services – novarelibrary.com
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/amaala-podcasting-with-heather-tesko/
LOCATION:Booth 4142 – ALA Annual Conference\, McCormick Place\, Chicago
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SUMMARY:AMA@ALA: Teaching Tech to Staff & Users with Steve Alcalde
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in Ask Me Anything session with Steve Alcalde on Teaching Tech to Staff & Users. No registration required. Novare Library Services – novarelibrary.com
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/amaala-teaching-tech-to-staff-users-with-steve-alcalde/
LOCATION:Booth 4142 – ALA Annual Conference\, McCormick Place\, Chicago
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260606T195133
CREATED:20260424T141349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T150511Z
UID:32214-1782723600-1782736200@novarelibrary.com
SUMMARY:ALA 2026 Annual Conference - Visit Our Booth 4142
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/ala-2026-annual-conference-visit-our-booth-4142-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T120000
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CREATED:20260604T150511Z
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UID:32371-1782730800-1782734400@novarelibrary.com
SUMMARY:AMA@ALA: Friends of the Library with Diana Silveira
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in Ask Me Anything session with Diana Silveira on Friends of the Library. No registration required. Novare Library Services – novarelibrary.com
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/amaala-friends-of-the-library-with-diana-silveira/
LOCATION:Booth 4142 – ALA Annual Conference\, McCormick Place\, Chicago
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195133
CREATED:20260424T141350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T150511Z
UID:32215-1782903600-1782907200@novarelibrary.com
SUMMARY:Moderator - PLAN: Artificial Intelligence Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Curious about artificial intelligence? Want to learn what others are trying\, or get answers to your own questions? \nJoin us for our upcoming AI discussion group on the first Wednesday of each month. \nPLAN Members are welcome\, whether you’re brand‑new to AI or already experimenting with tools. Come ready to share your experiences or simply listen and ask questions. It’s a relaxed\, peer‑to‑peer space to explore what’s possible. \nMore at: https://planfl.org/
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/moderator-plan-artificial-intelligence-discussion-group-2/
LOCATION:PLAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T153000
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CREATED:20260424T141350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T150512Z
UID:32217-1783414800-1783438200@novarelibrary.com
SUMMARY:NEFLIN: Let's Get Crafty: Creating Successful Adult Craft Programs
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Get Crafty: Creating Successful Adult Craft ProgramsTuesday\, July 7\, 9-3:30Great craft programs start with great ideas — not great crafting skills. You don’t have to be the craftiest person in the room to create engaging\, successful craft programs for adults at your library. This interactive\, hands-on day is designed to inspire and equip library staff with the tools\, ideas\, and confidence to bring creative programming to life. \nThrough hands-on activities and guided discussions\, participants will explore a variety of craft mediums — including paper crafts\, Cricut\, resin\, fiber arts\, and more — while learning how to build sustainable\, low-cost programs that adults (and teens!) will love. Attendees will leave with a robust list of ready-to-use programming ideas and the practical skills to make them happen. \nRegister at: neflin.org
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/neflin-lets-get-crafty-creating-successful-adult-craft-programs/
LOCATION:Neflin Avenue\, 38401 Neflin Ave\, Zephyrhills\, FL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195133
CREATED:20260528T185646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T150512Z
UID:32282-1783519200-1783522800@novarelibrary.com
SUMMARY:ByWater Presents: Getting Started with AI: Simple Tools for Everyday Work
DESCRIPTION:New to AI and not sure where to start? This beginner-friendly webinar shows you how to use AI to save time on everyday work\, no technical jargon required. You’ll learn what AI actually is in plain language\, see live demos of practical productivity workflows in Gemini and NotebookLM\, pick up tips for writing better prompts\, and walk away with the confidence to use AI safely and responsibly. Perfect for anyone ready to put AI to work. \nGet the Most out of this Session \nSpeaker: Regina Burgess Regina Burgess is the Director for the Panhandle Library Access Network\, a multitype library cooperative in Florida\, where she provides continuing education programs for library staff in the region. Regina has worked in public and special libraries and has non-library-related corporate experience. She is the current President and past Treasurer of the Friends of the Bay County Public Libraries. Regina received a Bachelor of Arts in History from New Mexico State University and a Master of Library Science degree from the University of North Texas. \nRegister Today
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/bywater-presents-getting-started-with-ai-simple-tools-for-everyday-work/
CATEGORIES:ByWater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T160000
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UID:32286-1783609200-1783612800@novarelibrary.com
SUMMARY:Library Tech Connect: Designing Effective Library Fliers in Canva
DESCRIPTION:Walk away from this webinar ready to create your next library flier with confidence. In this hands-on session\, you’ll learn practical design techniques using Canva’s free tools\, no graphic design experience required. \nWe’ll cover the core principles that make a flier work: choosing fonts that are easy to read\, pairing colors that pop\, laying out information so patrons actually stop and look\, and knowing what to leave out. You’ll also get best practices specific to library programming\, from promoting story times to community events to new collections.Whether you’re starting from a blank canvas or reworking an old template\, you’ll leave with actionable strategies you can apply immediately to your next project. \nYou’ll learn how to:– Set up a flier in Canva from scratch or using a template– Apply design fundamentals: typography\, color\, hierarchy\, and white space– Write concise\, patron-friendly copy that gets the message across fast– Utilize Canva’s built-in AI tools– Export and size your flier for print\, social media\, and digital displays \nSpeaker: Abbie Digel Abbie Digel\, MLIS\, spent ten years working in public and private schools as a Librarian\, Digital Teacher Librarian\, and Library Teacher. She served as the President of Colorado Independent School Librarians\, and is currently the founder of Story Space Reading + Writing Club and her consultancy\, ATD Information Services\, LLC. \nHer work is grounded in her desire to lead with curiosity\, connect with others\, and build community. She creates welcoming spaces for people and organizations to explore ideas through thoughtful information and learning experience design. Her goal is to make complex information more clear\, actionable\, and tailored to meet learner’s needs.  \nHer education includes a dual Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science & Education from Syracuse University\, and a Creative Writing and English degree from Colorado College. In her free time\, she loves trips to the library with her two young children\, stopping at every booth at the farmer’s market\, and long\, drawn out dinners with friends. Based in Denver\, she brings warmth\, structure\, and a deep love of story to every room she’s in. Learn more at storyspaceclub.com. \nInterested in attending? Contact us
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/library-tech-connect-designing-effective-library-fliers-in-canva/
CATEGORIES:Library Tech Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195133
CREATED:20260528T185653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T150512Z
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SUMMARY:Library Tech Connect: Office Hours: Tech Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Got a tech question? Bring it to our virtual Tech Office Hours. Drop into this free one-hour Zoom session and get real answers from someone who knows libraries. No agenda\, no presentation — just your question and a conversation. \nInterested in attending? Contact us
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/library-tech-connect-office-hours-tech-drop-in/
CATEGORIES:Library Tech Connect
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195133
CREATED:20260528T185654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T150512Z
UID:32288-1784818800-1784822400@novarelibrary.com
SUMMARY:Library Tech Connect: My Famous Friends Are Not Famous: An Introduction to Romance and Imposter Scams
DESCRIPTION:This presentation is an enlightening\, breezy\, and often hilarious look at the subculture of social media-based scams. The speaker will touch upon those mostly; however\, some of the “Greatest Hits” of scamming – phishing\, fake A/V\, and retail – will also be addressed. The session will include tangible tips for library staff to help users identify scams.  \nWesley Johnson Wesley Johnson started his library career in 2007 as a System Administrator for the Muhlenberg County Public Libraries. After that\, he worked IT for both a bank and a cell phone company headquarters. In 2013\, after once again hearing libraries call his name\, he was hired as an IT Technician for the Daviess County Public Library in Owensboro\, KY. There he works on computers and plans/hosts programs for adults. \nInterested in attending? Contact us
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/library-tech-connect-my-famous-friends-are-not-famous-an-introduction-to-romance-and-imposter-scams/
CATEGORIES:Library Tech Connect
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T163000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195133
CREATED:20260528T185654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T150512Z
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SUMMARY:PLAN: Let's Get Crafty: Creating Successful Adult Craft Programs
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Get Crafty: Creating Successful Adult Craft ProgramsGreat craft programs start with great ideas — not great crafting skills. You don’t have to be the craftiest person in the room to create engaging\, successful craft programs for adults at your library. This interactive\, hands-on day is designed to inspire and equip library staff with the tools\, ideas\, and confidence to bring creative programming to life. \nThrough hands-on activities and guided discussions\, participants will explore a variety of craft mediums — including paper crafts\, Cricut\, resin\, fiber arts\, and more — while learning how to build sustainable\, low-cost programs that adults (and teens!) will love. Attendees will leave with a robust list of ready-to-use programming ideas and the practical skills to make them happen. \nRegister at: https://planfl.org/
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/plan-lets-get-crafty-creating-successful-adult-craft-programs/
LOCATION:6275 Dogwood Dr\, Milton\, FL\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T163000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195133
CREATED:20260528T185654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T150513Z
UID:32292-1785492000-1785515400@novarelibrary.com
SUMMARY:PLAN: Let's Get Crafty: Creating Successful Adult Craft Programs
DESCRIPTION:Let's Get Crafty: Creating Successful Adult Craft ProgramsGreat craft programs start with great ideas — not great crafting skills. You don't have to be the craftiest person in the room to create engaging\, successful craft programs for adults at your library. This interactive\, hands-on day is designed to inspire and equip library staff with the tools\, ideas\, and confidence to bring creative programming to life. \nThrough hands-on activities and guided discussions\, participants will explore a variety of craft mediums — including paper crafts\, Cricut\, resin\, fiber arts\, and more — while learning how to build sustainable\, low-cost programs that adults (and teens!) will love. Attendees will leave with a robust list of ready-to-use programming ideas and the practical skills to make them happen. \nRegister at: https://planfl.org/
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/plan-lets-get-crafty-creating-successful-adult-craft-programs-2/
LOCATION:Gadsden County Public Library\, 732 S Pat Thomas Pkwy\, Quincy\, FL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195133
CREATED:20260424T141350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T150513Z
UID:32218-1785927600-1785931200@novarelibrary.com
SUMMARY:Moderator - PLAN: Artificial Intelligence Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Curious about artificial intelligence? Want to learn what others are trying\, or get answers to your own questions? \nJoin us for our upcoming AI discussion group on the first Wednesday of each month. \nPLAN Members are welcome\, whether you’re brand‑new to AI or already experimenting with tools. Come ready to share your experiences or simply listen and ask questions. It’s a relaxed\, peer‑to‑peer space to explore what’s possible. \nMore at: https://planfl.org/
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/moderator-plan-artificial-intelligence-discussion-group-3/
LOCATION:PLAN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195133
CREATED:20260528T185655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T150513Z
UID:32294-1786028400-1786032000@novarelibrary.com
SUMMARY:Library Tech Connect: Tech Ready Nation: Bridge the Digital Skills Gap
DESCRIPTION:Digital skills touch every part of life — from financial literacy to parenting to job readiness. Hundreds of initiatives exist to help\, but resources are scattered\, leaving organizations to either miss opportunities or reinvent the wheel. \nThe Tech Ready Nation platform changes that. It acts as a discovery layer — one place to find courses\, lesson plans\, handouts\, and resources that actually fit your community. \nIn this session\, Sweet shares how to leverage free and low-cost Tech Ready Nation resources to help your library survive and thrive. She started the platform as a tech librarian for Nebraska and is now syncing with other states to meet a growing national need. \nWalk away with practical insights and ideas for helping your users build core technology skills — without starting from scratch.  \nAmanda Sweet Amanda Sweet is the Technology Innovation Librarian for the Nebraska Library Commission\, where she helps communities leverage technology to solve large-scale issues. She is focused on learning new AI-supported techniques to accelerate service design and development. \nShe is a frequent conference speaker on Industry 4.0 technologies\, Sustainable Development Goals\, and collective impact for social change. Amanda has a BA in English from Carleton College\, a Master’s in Library and Information Science from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee\, and received the Excellence in Leadership Award from the State of Nebraska in 2022. \nInterested in attending? Contact us
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/library-tech-connect-tech-ready-nation-bridge-the-digital-skills-gap/
CATEGORIES:Library Tech Connect
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195133
CREATED:20260528T185655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T150513Z
UID:32295-1786543200-1786546800@novarelibrary.com
SUMMARY:ByWater Presents:  AI in Libraries: Your Policy Life Jacket for Safe and Effective Use
DESCRIPTION:Artificial intelligence is already showing up in library work—whether through staff experimentation\, vendor tools\, or patron use. After exploring what AI can do\, the next step is ensuring your library is prepared to use it responsibly.This session introduces a practical\, policy-first approach to managing AI in libraries. Using the concept of a “policy life jacket\,” participants will learn how clear\, flexible policies can help staff navigate AI tools safely while protecting patron privacy\, maintaining accuracy\, and reinforcing professional judgment. \nDrawing on real-world library examples and policy frameworks\, this webinar will cover: \n– Why AI use without policy creates institutional risk– What an effective AI policy does (and doesn’t do)– Key components of a library AI policy\, including privacy\, transparency\, and staff guidance– The Human–AI–Human workflow as a foundation for responsible use– How to create a policy that supports innovation without losing controlParticipants will leave with a clear understanding of how to move from informal AI use to intentional\, well-governed practice—and with practical ideas they can adapt for their own libraries. \nRobin HastingsRobin Hastings is the Library Services Consultant for the Northeast Kansas Library System (NEKLS). In that capacity\, she provides technology and consulting on library services to 40+ libraries in the NEKLS region as well as providing management for several state-wide services in Kansas. She has presented all over the world on Cloud Computing\, Project Management\, Disaster Planning and many other topics and teaches classes on library technology at Emporia State University and Library Juice Academy. Robin is the author of several books on library-related and technology topics as well as many articles in library-related journals. Find her on the web at http://www.rhastings.net \nRegister 
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/bywater-presents-ai-in-libraries-your-policy-life-jacket-for-safe-and-effective-use/
CATEGORIES:ByWater
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195133
CREATED:20260528T185655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T150513Z
UID:32296-1786633200-1786636800@novarelibrary.com
SUMMARY:Library Tech Connect: Office Hours: Tech Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Got a tech question? Bring it to our virtual Tech Office Hours. Drop into this free one-hour Zoom session and get real answers from someone who knows libraries. No agenda\, no presentation — just your question and a conversation. \nInterested in attending? Contact us
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/library-tech-connect-office-hours-tech-drop-in-2/
CATEGORIES:Library Tech Connect
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195133
CREATED:20260528T185655Z
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SUMMARY:Library Tech Connect:  Let’s Go Viral: Creating a Social Media Presence
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to increase your library’s social media presence but overwhelmed with constantly changing trends and memes?  \nLet us help you create a strategy that works! In this session\, we’ll explore how you can make viral social media trends work for your library\, no matter what kind of resources you have available.  \nWe’ll address the struggles that often come up with creating social media content\, such as getting staff and administrative buy-in\, keeping up with trends that are constantly changing\, and creating a realistic posting schedule.  \nBy the end of the session\, you’ll leave with actionable tips and strategies that are guaranteed to increase engagement on your library’s social pages.  \nElise Aiello Elise holds an MLIS from the University of South Florida and a Bachelor’s degree in American Studies from Eckerd College. With a decade of public library and consortial experience\, Elise has previously worked for the Palm Harbor Library\, Tampa-Hillsborough Public Library\, the Tampa Bay Library Consortium\, and Pasco County Libraries. Her professional interests include library outreach\, social media content creation\, and nontraditional library services. Her personal interests include hanging out with her husband\, son\, friends\, family\, and two dogs–a mini poodle and Goldendoodle! She loves hunting for treasures in thrift stores\, trying new coffee shops\, gardening\, and jewelry making. She also thoroughly enjoys binge-watching Gilmore Girls and Golden Girls reruns and reading multiple books at the same time. \nInterested in attending? Contact us
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/library-tech-connect-lets-go-viral-creating-a-social-media-presence/
CATEGORIES:Library Tech Connect
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SUMMARY:Plan Tech Day
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URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/plan-tech-day-2/
LOCATION:Gulf Coast State College
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T120000
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SUMMARY:Moderator - PLAN: Artificial Intelligence Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:Curious about artificial intelligence? Want to learn what others are trying\, or get answers to your own questions? \nJoin us for our upcoming AI discussion group on the first Wednesday of each month. \nPLAN Members are welcome\, whether you’re brand‑new to AI or already experimenting with tools. Come ready to share your experiences or simply listen and ask questions. It’s a relaxed\, peer‑to‑peer space to explore what’s possible. \nMore at: https://planfl.org/
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/moderator-plan-artificial-intelligence-discussion-group-4/
LOCATION:PLAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T140000
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SUMMARY:NEFLIN: Creating Videos In Canva
DESCRIPTION:Description: Ready to take your content to the next level? In this session\, we’ll unlock the full power of Canva Video — including: \n\nCreate eye-catching social media reels\, animated posts\, and promo videos\nRecord yourself directly in Canva — no extra tools needed\nRepurpose your existing designs into video content\nResize videos instantly for Instagram\, TikTok\, Facebook\, and YouTube \n\nWhether you’re a total beginner or looking to level up\, you’ll leave with the skills — and the confidence — to create scroll-stopping videos every time. \nRegister at: neflin.org
URL:https://novarelibrary.com/event/neflin-creating-videos-in-canva/
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