Archived Webinars

Art workshops are a great way to build communities with and between teens! Our patrons want arts programming, but sometimes it can feel like we're doing the same craft over and over. Come chat about new ideas and new approaches to library crafts that also foster critical developmental assets and the social-emotional needs of modern teens. ⦁ Presenter: Jessy Griffith, Teen Librarian, Kenton County Public Library.

February 20, 2019|1 hour|

Now more than ever, the care and feeding of library buildings, from historic to new, demands greater attention. With occupant health and safety in mind, common issues, such as cleaning, plumbing, or HVAC systems, take on new urgency. Many library directors and staff become facilities managers by default, with no formal training. Thi​s webinar offers a primer on building systems and issues, along with tools for preventive maintenance, energy assessments, optimizing ventilation and filtration, and more. Presenters share what they learned the hard way, in large and small libraries, so that you can be more prepared and self-assured.

January 25, 2022|1 hour|

Don't let numbers get you down. Learn what you need for a library budget and how to stay on track so that you, your Board, and your community don't have too many money worries!

December 8, 2017|1 hour|

Find out how your library can partner with Adult Education, including what services local Adult Education staff offer, and what resources exist for adult learners. Learn from three librarians who have partnered with Adult Education. Hear from the Director of Outreach and Strategic Partnerships with the Office of Adult Education about collaboration opportunities.Presenters:

• Summer Morgan, Director, Outreach and Strategic Partnerships, Office of Adult Education
• Keri Burton, Adult Programming Librarian, Taylor County Public Library
• Michael Richter, Library Director, Bath County Memorial Library
• Melanie Warga, Library Director, Ohio County Public Library

August 6, 2024|1 hour|

Advocacy is telling your library’s story, making it real, making it easier for stakeholders – legislators, elected officials, school partners – to engage with all of the wonderful things you’re doing for your community. It’s also a way to make sure that libraries and the good work we’re doing is top-of-mind when it comes to decisions that affect libraries, at the state and local level. Advocacy is an integral part of our responsibilities as library employees, it’s not just the director’s job.

Join Dave Schroeder, director of the Kenton County Public Library, and Jean Ruark, director of the Paul Sawyier Public Library in Frankfort, to learn what issues may be on the legislators’ radar in the next legislative session, and the why and how of advocacy.

September 28, 2021|1 hour|

In honor of Black History Month, we are going to look at African American fiction and some title and author suggestions for your patrons.

February 27, 2018|0.75 hours|

After-School Programs seem like a no-brainer when it comes to Youth Services, but what happens when what you’ve planned is not generating enough interest or participants? From the frustration of program fails comes an opportunity to think outside the box, and discover new ways to connect with the youth in your area when it seems like you’ve tried it all. We’ll go over how the Covington Branch of the Kenton County Public Library has partnered with local schools to present programs during their after-school programs as well as strategies and tips to increase in-house program participation. Presenter: Lauren Brandstetter, Children’s Programmer, Kenton County Public Library.

August 14, 2019|1 hour|

This session explores various aspects of audiobooks from publishing to collection development.

March 23, 2018|1 hour|

In 2018, Estill County had over 70 local candidates on the May Primary ballot. To encourage voters to make informed choices, the public library began working with local news media and other community partners to plan and host a series of candidate forums leading up to the primary. In this webinar, we will focus on guidelines and practical ideas for conducting political forums that allow candidates to outline their own platforms without trashing their opponents.

May 21, 2019|0.75 hours|

Have some history buffs needing a good historical fiction novel or a patron who can't get enough of the alternate history books? This webinar explores how to give these patrons good reader's advisory on historical fiction and alternate history fiction.

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Precious family heirlooms (i.e., letters, diaries, photographs, family bibles, etc.) may suggest that a male ancestor served in the military during the American Civil War. His disappearance from State tax rolls (ca. 1861 – 65) or the 1870 Federal Census may corroborate this. In this webinar, we will discuss important dates surrounding the Civil War as well as a variety of State and Federal records (in Book, Microfilm and Online formats) that can reveal rewarding information of historical and genealogical value about your patron's Civil War ancestors.

September 19, 2015|1 hour|

This workshop will provide information from the perspective of the employer in regards to understanding who is covered by the ADA and how to handle a request for an accommodation. Additionally, service animals will be addressed in the presentation.

April 20, 2022|1 hour|

Join us for an hour long webinar as we hear from KY public libraries about some animal programs that they have done!

April 4, 2019|1 hour|

This session covers options for the architect hiring process. It also discusses early planning for construction and the design process.

November 7, 2017|1 hour|

Bad patron interactions happen to good librarians every day. In this webinar, we will explore the role of expectations in our dealings with patrons; how to turn a negative experience into a positive one; and what to do if, despite our best efforts, safety becomes an issue.

May 24, 2017|1 hour|

Bringing together a wide array of exciting programming opportunities that will inspire and motivate you, this presentation is, at its heart, all about bringing the various departments and individuals within your library system together in concerted collaboration! Join us to reinvigorate, get new ideas, gain inspiration, and learn about collaboration!

April 12, 2019|1 hour|

Learn about the Daviess County Public Library’s battle against ransomware and the tools they implemented to protect them against future attacks. The speaker will also offer tips and best practices for avoiding infections. Presenter: Wesley Johnson.

June 8, 2023|1 hour|

Some librarians avoid reading horror because they think it’s too scary or violent. So how do you help your patron find horror books that match their preferences? By learning about the basics of horror in this one-hour session! We’ll talk about the history and appeal of horror, cover some of the most popular subgenres, and discuss how to match readers with their preferred level of gore. The horror genre is here to stay, so get comfortable with your fears and learn why this genre is growing in popularity.

February 8, 2018|1 hour|

Patrons wanting a book or author recommendation rarely have twenty minutes to spare for a chat at the readers’ advisory desk. People want to get in and out, with something to ready, and they’re looking to you to be the expert. This session explores a strategy to manage this without reading everything you can get your hands on, twenty-four hours a day.

February 17, 2017|1 hour|

We all remember Nike's motto, but by embracing it, our library opened the door for other community agencies and members to change their views and follow us. We have good relationships with our school staff, the tourism board, and many other agencies around the county. We have had 3 programs, in one year, with over 500 participants each in a county of 12,500 people. We have become the go-to place for partnership opportunities. By being flexible, we have changed how we look at programs.

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November 28, 2018|1 hour|

Using free online tools, participants can create professional looking graphics for print and social media. Tips for design, crafting a message, and using the rules for specific media will also be covered.

April 4, 2017|1 hour|

Ancestry is often the first resource that genealogy researchers use, but then where should they go? After briefly covering the differences between the library edition of Ancestry and a personal subscription, we discuss the newly renovated HeritageQuest Online; finding obituaries; ward maps and other census tools; and the (free!) riches of the Family History Library, along with several other resources. We will also share search strategies that can help to uncover difficult-to-find records.

March 4, 2016|1 hour|

Rhonda Kendziorski of the McCreary County Public Library covers bookmobile basics and tips that she has learned in the nine years she's driven their bookmobile. This webinar is geared toward new bookmobile drivers. Topics include recruiting customers, planning routes, selecting materials, story time outreach, etc. Vehicle selection and maintenance are covered briefly.

October 29, 2019|0.75 hours|

Middle school and high school aged students deserve to have exciting and fun activities for them at our libraries just like the Elementary aged students that come through our doors. Keeping teens interested in library programming does not have to be all high spending and gizmos. All it takes is some brainstorming, some imagination - a little pixie dust if you have some handy - and a willingness to try, create, and have fun with it.

* The Star Wars video mentioned in the recording had technical issues and was deleted. The YouTube video mentioned at the end is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hLuPVeGt7cE.

March 11, 2020|1 hour|

Sometimes finding good trustees can feel like looking for a needle in a haystack, even more so in today’s environment. How do we find people? Should we use an application process? What qualities should we look for in potential trustees? Join the conversation and pick up some tips from libraries large and small on how to build a great board.

March 15, 2023|0.75 hours|

With the recent proliferation of movies, TV shows, and video games, superheroes are at their most popular since the late 1950s and early 1960s. Comic books are an ideal medium to get kids interested in reading, but with more than 60 years of continuously published material, where does one even begin? Join Doug Wilkinson as he sorts through the piles of back issues and finds the ones that will get your kids’ eyes off the TV screen and into​​ a good book!

***This is a repeat session from the 2014 Summer Reading Programming Conference.***

April 22, 2015|1 hour|

Collection Development Librarians from the Campbell County Public Library will discuss methods and resources used to assess CCPL collections. Beth Eifler, Collection Services Coordinator, will discuss CCPL’s biennial collection assessment process. Sarah Geisler, Collection Services Librarian, will talk about CCPL’s first collection diversity analysis on the young adult collection.

April 6, 2023|1 hour|

No need to fear!!! Graphic novels are here!! One of the growing trends in library collections is the increasing popularity of the graphic novel. This 90-minute session discusses the appeal, benefits, and characteristics of graphic novels for children, teens, and adults. We’ll also take a look at some of the prominent titles, authors, and series and examine some resources for graphic novel collection development.

February 23, 2017|1.5 hours|

Homelessness is an issue that affects libraries throughout the country, and there are many different ways that libraries have been addressing it. In this session, learn how one library, over the last 17 years, has been working with those in their community who are experiencing poverty and/or homelessness. Learn tips for approaching and engaging customers, best practices for gathering resource information in your community, how to create your own resource sheets, and why this work is important.

September 24, 2019|1 hour|

There are 23 Community Action Agencies with outreach offices in every Kentucky county. Collectively, we work to empower individuals and families to attain greater economic stability and long-term success. Community Action Agencies offer programs and services tailored to meet the individual needs of the communities they serve. During this webinar, you can learn about the wide range of services provided by Community Action Agencies and ways to create partnership between CAAs and the libraries.

November 17, 2022|0.75 hours|

As a follow up to storytime training with Saroj a year ago, here is an opportunity to strengthen sharing early literacy information with parents and caregivers through early literacy tips. Share your concerns and challenges with others as we work toward making this technique more comfortable for you. *Part 5 of an 8-part Library Link Up webinar series.

*** Viewing of this webinar is limited to Kentucky public library staff only. To request the link, please send an email to KDLA.Certification@ky.gov. ***

March 2, 2017|1 hour|

Too often, individuals with special needs may struggle to find their “home” within the library environment. Feeling out of place in adult programming where the topics may seem too complex, but also a sense of awkwardness in youth settings where their presence can be a distraction to other attendees, the struggle for fostering an appropriate setting continually challenges libraries everywhere. In seeking a solution to this dilemma, Warren County Public Library established our Adult Activity Hour. Working with dedicated organizations and facilities within the area as well as a special needs advocate, this monthly program has been extremely well attended and praised by area caregivers. We welcome the opportunity to share our insight, including trials and successes, with anyone interested in creating a similar program in your own library.

March 4, 2021|1 hour|

Each year the Kenton County Public Library offers a popular free historic walking tour program. In this webinar, Cierra Earl will share tips and ideas on how to plan, research, and share the rich past of your community.

March 15, 2018|1 hour|

Adults with autism are often drawn to the library as a safe place where they can explore their interests, develop their skills, and interact with others in their community. We will discuss some of the common joys and challenges of serving adults on the autism spectrum. With awareness and training library staff can ensure that autistic adults have positive experiences in the library and community. *This webinar is a repeat from SPOKcon2015*

February 3, 2016|1 hour|

Colin Glover, Cybersecurity Coordinator for Kentucky, provides an overview of free CISA resources available to Kentucky public libraries including continuous network & vulnerability scanning, incident response, and the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program.

Presenter: Colin Glover, Cybersecurity Coordinator for KY

September 27, 2024|1 hour|

Mobile hotspot lending is a growing trend to provide Internet access through cellular data for patron use at home. If you aren’t sure how to start this service at your library, this webinar is for you! Learn about McCracken County Public Library’s Digital Toolbox pilot program to loan mobile hotspots & laptops outside the library and teach digital literacy skills for effective use of those devices.

February 6, 2018|1 hour|

Records can be damaged or lost due to a variety of factors. Disasters can be small and contained, like a water leak, or large and overwhelming, like tornados or floods. Either way, loss of public records should be prevented to the extent possible and in instances where loss or damage is inevitable, mitigation and recovery efforts should look to salvage records or limit data loss. This training will provide a basic overview of disaster prevention and recovery techniques for records using recent disasters and scenarios as examples. The training should serve as a basis for any staff or employee to understand basic disaster planning and the first steps to creating and implementing a plan within a given office or agency.

April 26, 2022|1 hour|

A library should be prepared to restore services as quickly as possible in the aftermath of a disaster, however, helping your community return to normalcy requires planning and adaptability to the crisis at hand. This webinar will introduce you to a number of disaster preparedness resources for the library and for the community designed to be concise and easy to complete. These include:

• One-page Continuity of Operations Plan
• Incident Action Plan
• FEMA's Community Tabletop Exercises
• A Seat at the Table with Emergency Management Worksheet

A prepared community is a resilient community, and the library plays an important role in helping people recover from a disaster as quickly as possible.

March 27, 2022|1 hour|

If you or your library are looking for a new way to engage with your online community, Discord could be the next step. This “place to talk and hang out” offers a wealth of features that can help reach teens, new adults, and early adults. However, many libraries worry about implementing Discord, and staff have raised concerns about safety and feasibility. In this session, Cindy Butor of the Paul Sawyier Public Library will address these concerns, discuss how they have implemented Discord at their library, what programs they have done, and what they hope to do in the future.

December 14, 2022|1 hour|

According to the Disney Approach to Employee Engagement, "engagement is the extent to which employees commit to something or someone in their organization, how effectively they work, and how long they stay as a result of that commitment." Upon completion of this training, managers will be more informed as to:

• How engagement is rooted in the culture of an organization
• What motivates employees to provide desired behaviors
• How desired behaviors are a sign of the organizational culture
• The four elements of an organizational culture

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Kentucky's public libraries are entering a new period with many challenges. If the need is for an additional stream of revenue, a 501c3 organization, more volunteers, or advocates on the local level, a Friends chapter may be the answer. Participate in this discussion about the benefits and issues of creating or revitalizing a local Friends chapter.

May 5, 2022|1 hour|

Join us for a fun and informative session all about Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. You will hear from Dolly's own Regional Director, Christy Crouse and library directors with Dolly's Kentucky program affiliates. The webinar will provide you with the practical tools to start a program in your community, such as identifying funding sources and partners. The Imagination Library is a unique opportunity to inspire a love of reading among your community's children. Presenters: Christy Crouse, Regional Director, Dolly Parton Foundation; Charlotte Keeney, Director, Pulaski County Public Library; J.C. Morgan, Director, Campbell County Public Library

October 9, 2019|1 hour|

Programs are a great way to get people to come to your library and raise the door count and attendance statistics. They also take time and money, which are precious resources. Passive programs are an additional method of engaging with your patrons. Done correctly, your library users will be delighted and looking forward to what they will find on their next visit. Gain practical ideas and useful tips on how to put together a selection of passive offerings that will deliver something for everyone.

May 18, 2017|1 hour|

Have you ever noticed that some aspects of traditional library programming fail to meet the needs of people with dementia? Fear not! Using a creative/improvisational approach when working with people experiencing moderate to advanced dementia leads to a more relaxed and joyful programming experience for all involved. We will examine various techniques such as improvisational storytelling, using random ephemera, and sensory exploration. We will also discuss how to change the flow when things go awry and most importantly, how to take care of ourselves so that we can give our best to this unique population.

March 31, 2017|1 hour|

This one hour webinar will discuss the difference between the suspense and thriller genres, as well as provide information about the multitude of thriller sub-genres.

November 15, 2018|1 hour|

Learn the basics of email etiquette in this fast-paced webinar.

September 25, 2018|1 hour|

Hotspot lending has been added to the E-rate Eligible Services List for Funding Year 2025 (July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026). Participants will learn about program requirements from the FCC’s Hotspot Order and hear from Rowan County Public Library staff about their policy and procedures for hotspot lending.

Presenter: Lauren Abner, KDLA State E-rate Coordinator

September 6, 2024|1 hour|

A step-by-step guide to filing the Form 470 for Category One service requests, including internet access for library buildings and hotspot service for the bookmobile. Includes a live demo of filing the Form 470 for competitive bidding in the E-rate Productivity Center. Recommended for all filers.

December 1, 2022|1.5 hours|

E-rate Category Two funding can save your library thousands of dollars on costly upgrades for networking equipment (Internal Connections), equipment maintenance (Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections), and managed services such as managed Wi-Fi (Managed Internal Broadband Services). Learn about Category Two budgets, using RFP documents, handling vendors, and more. Includes a live demo of entering Category Two requests on the Form 470 in the E-rate Productivity Center.

December 15, 2022|1.5 hours|

All libraries must file the Form 471, also known as the E-rate application, to request E-rate discounts on services selected through competitive bidding. This webinar will show you how to file the Form 471 for Category One funding requests, including internet access or data transmission services for branch buildings and hotspots or smartphone data for the library bookmobile. Includes a live demo of filing the Form 471 in the E-rate Productivity Center.

February 1, 2022|1.5 hours|

Part 1 of 2 on handling your library’s committed E-rate funding. This webinar will cover the Funding Commitment Decision Letters (FCDLs) that libraries receive after their Form 471 applications are reviewed; the mandatory Form 486 for making a certification regarding compliance with the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA), general information about E-rate invoicing options, and post-commitment changes that can be made after receiving an FCDL. Recommended for all E-rate filers.

May 6, 2021|1 hour|

Part 2 of 2 on handling your library’s committed E-rate funding. This webinar will provide examples for completing the Form 472 (aka Billed Entity Applicant Reimbursement or BEAR form) which some libraries file in order to receive E-rate refunds via direct deposit. Instructions for filing or modifying the Form 498 to provide the library’s direct deposit information will also be covered. Recommended for E-rate filers that use BEAR forms to invoice all or part of their E-rate discounts.

October 7, 2021|1 hour|

Trace Kirkwood, Local Records Branch Manager at KDLA, guides us through the archival research process he used to discover the history of a particular hedgerow in Shelby County, KY. This session is unique in that Trace will provide step-by-step instructions for researching the historical aspects of a tract of land. *** Please note, this session is a repeat from the 2016 Kentucky Archives Institute.

September 9, 2016|1 hour|

Ever wonder what other youth services library people do about policies and procedures around difficult topics such as disruptive unattended children or adults who frequent your teen space without accompanying children? How do other youth services staff keep up with cutting edge trends in programming, collection development, and outreach? We answer all your questions and more in this freestyle webinar driven by YOU!

May 3, 2018|1 hour|

The Cazenovia Public Library in central New York State has successfully teamed up with their local food pantry to provide early and adult literacy programs at the pantry. What started as a small outreach aimed at increasing early literacy ballooned into much more. The Library now provides adult GED tutoring, ESL classes, summer reading programs, Dolly Parton Imagination Library sign-ups, and health literacy initiatives - all on a small budget. Join Betsy Kennedy, Director of the Cazenovia Public Library, to learn how to turn your local food pantry into a center for family literacy.

May 4, 2016|1 hour|

Fandom events are taking libraries by storm! These subculture celebrations of comic books, TV shows, movies, and more are great ways to bring new patrons to your library and invigorate your existing users. In this month's Library Link Up, we'll hear from five Kentucky libraries on fandom event planning, logistics, failures, and successes. Join us and get your geek on!

April 7, 2016|1.5 hours|

Learn more about the state's official birth and death records and how to find them.

October 16, 2019|1 hour|

Join KDLA for a step-by-step overview of the process for filling a library board vacancy. We will discuss the procedures for filling expired and unexpired board terms, the alternative appointment process and eligibility requirements for trustees.

November 7, 2023|1 hour|

A recent Pew study (2013) noted that “African-Americans and Hispanics are especially tied to their libraries and eager to see new services” and that “African-Americans are more likely than whites to say they visit to get help from a librarian.” One of the outreach services African American patrons seek is assistance with family history/genealogical research. Many of these users may be pursuing this information as a hobby or passion, brought about by the popularity of television programs such as Finding Your Roots and Who Do You Think You Are But many are seeking heritage, adoption or medically essential data. The staff of libraries may not be knowledgeable about the many types of resources that the AA genealogist must use. This webinar introduces the information professional on the front lines, to the types of records available and how to help the patron in formulating successful research strategies.

February 25, 2014|0.75 hours|

Census records are vital to genealogical research, but sometimes researchers miss all that these complicated records have to offer. Katherine and Rosemary, librarians at Western Kentucky University, will share practical search strategies for finding and understanding federal and state census records and other census data.

July 26, 2016|1 hour|

Dragons and witches and wizards, oh my!!! Join us on a webinar quest to discover the key to readers’ advisory for fantasy fiction. On our journey, we’ll look at characteristics and sub-genres of fantasy and a treasure-trove of series and author suggestions for your patrons.

May 1, 2017|0.75 hours|

Historians and Genealogists often find research in Kentucky before 1850 to be challenging due to the lack of census information and vital statistics. This presentation will explore the other records types and methods that researchers can use when venturing into the Kentucky history between statehood and the late Antebellum Era.

September 12, 2017|1 hour|

With one in three seniors dying with Alzheimer’s or other dementia-related illness, providing resources for them and their caregivers is crucial, especially for rural areas that might lack other support systems. Learn about how the Effingham Public Library (Ill.) developed partnerships and low-cost resources to support this critical need. This webinar is a repeat from the 2016 Association of Rural and Small Libraries (ARSL) Conference.

February 21, 2017|1 hour|

FRYSCs can be important partners for KYACers. Learn what FRYSCs are, what they do, and how they work with Public Libraries already; also, we'll dream about what more we can do together.

March 1, 2022|1 hour|

Patrons can chart a course to your library, where an ocean of titles are waiting. Adventurous true and fictional stories, seaworthy DVDs and lilting songs of the sea can provide the basis for programming ideas for older teens and adults. So, drop anchor and experience some high seas adventures!

June 6, 2017|1 hour|

Learn how warrants, entries, surveys, and grants are used to convey title in the commonwealth. Accessibility of patent files on the Kentucky Land Office website will also be discussed. Instructor Kandie Adkinson will also provide tips for researching Kentucky land patents including the usage of Kentucky Tax Lists to determine patentees.

April 26, 2019|2.5 hours|

Studies have shown the benefits of adding an element of gaming to reading challenges and initiatives. With this in mind, the Dover Public Library developed an eight-month reading initiative called Reading Dragons, in the style of popular collectible card games. This session explores how the Casey County Public Library remixed this program for their rural setting. This includes tips for successfully implementing the program, as well as many pitfalls to avoid and lessons learned along the way.

May 12, 2023|1 hour|

The Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science is a residential program at Western Kentucky University for gifted and talented juniors and seniors in high school. Rather than finish their last two years of high school at their home high school, students move to WKU to be full-time college students at no cost to them (that’s at least 60 college credit hours for FREE). Join the webinar to learn how you can share this program with your families!

September 27, 2023|0.75 hours|

The board gaming community spent 700 million dollars on games, cards, and merchandise in 2013. In the last five years, it has seen a huge resurgence in popularity among teens and adults in their twenties. This presentation looks at how to incorporate board gaming into adult and children’s programming. It will survey Clark County’s first “ALA International Game Day”, how to incorporate board games into book clubs, and resources for buying and starting your own board game programs.

March 25, 2016|1 hour|

This session will cover the steps to begin genealogical research, commonly used records, research tips and online resources. We will also explore challenges found when doing historical research and review some Kentucky specific resources that may be of use to your patrons.

December 12, 2017|1 hour|

Learn about the growing movement to bring free after-school Girls Who Code Clubs to Kentucky public libraries. Hannah Simon Goldman, Regional Partnership Coordinator for GWC, will discuss the free, expanded curriculum available to help libraries facilitate clubs for grades 3-5 or 6-12—even for library staff with little or no coding background. She’ll also describe additional grant funding opportunities available to Kentucky public libraries. Shantel Richardson, the STEM Education Specialist for Jessamine County Public Library, will share how her library successfully started a GWC Club for teen girls earlier this year.

September 11, 2018|1 hour|

Do you have an avid group of people in your community who like to fish, does your community have ample access to waterways, or are you interested in offering more items in your library’s Library of Things collection? In this webinar you will hear from a library that circulates fishing pole kits to their customers, and you will learn from a Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife representative how libraries can partner with them to offer fishing poles at their library.

October 13, 2022|1 hour|

Embark on a transformative journey to ensure a brighter future for your library! Gain expertise in crafting grant applications that deeply resonate with funding organizations. Elevate your grant writing to create precise and impactful narratives.

Presenter: Dena Ratliff Warren, KDLA Executive Staff Advisor and Grant Coordinator

August 14, 2024|1 hour|

Why do graphic novels matter? What are the educational benefits of graphic novels? What are best practices for collecting graphic novels at the library? Take a crash ​course in history, terminology, ratings, review resources, and more in this introduction to the evolving world of a wildly popular format.

October 11, 2016|1 hour|

With the blessing of their board, the Marion County Public Library took on a reading garden project. With the backing of their Friends of the Library, they not only raised funds through a barn quilt project but also found out how much their patrons appreciate them! Through a community recycling project, a partnership with the Area Technology Center, and donations, the project has come to fruition. Planned by the library, designed and built by students, and funded by all, the garden belongs to everyone.

February 13, 2017|0.75 hours|

In this webinar you will learn some practical ways to integrate AI into your library's day to day operations, get a list of AI-driven apps and programs, and take a look at some of the concerns and ethical considerations surrounding AI in libraries.

June 27, 2024|1 hour|

Science fiction is more than Star Trek and Star Wars, so join us for this webinar that discusses science fiction and its many sub-genres. Even if you are not a fan of science fiction yourself, a look at the history and characteristics of this genre as well as some of the prominent authors and series will expand the universe of your readers’ advisory service.

May 1, 2017|1 hour|

Topics included in this presentation:

• How learning at home is different than learning in school.
• How new homeschoolers’ needs may differ from experienced homeschoolers.
• Different approaches to homeschooling and how homeschool style affects resource needs.
• Challenges faced by homeschool families including COVID related challenges.
• Library resources homeschoolers need most.
• Recommendations for different grade levels.
• Creative, low cost, options for programming and other services to help homeschool families.
• Internet resources for homeschoolers.

September 2, 2020|1 hour|

Are you a librarian who’s noticing your horror section is a little too Stephen King heavy? Granted, he’s what many might think of when they think of horror, but there is plenty of horror out there. James Gardner, librarian, horror reviewer and creator of the blog The Foreboding Home of the Scary Librarian, offers up some different options for Readers’ Advisory so your horror-reading patrons can discover all sorts of new authors, maybe even their new favorite. Plus, learn about some authors who could potentially be just as famous as the current king of horror.

September 21, 2023|1 hour|

Have you wanted to offer a setting where different healthcare providers and other community partners that promote wellness can be available to your community members? Are you interested in learning more about what a health fair is and how you can coordinate one? If you said yes to either question, you’ll want to join this session to learn more about hosting a health fair at your library.

September 12, 2023|1 hour|

Our rural library is constantly seeking ways to expand our programming and outreach in our community. In this session, attendees will discover how a variety of community partnerships can help with fundraising, programming, and funding for various programs and events. We will offer an extensive list of our community partners and encourage you to brainstorm your own list to take with you. This session will cover how to enhance successful collaboration and simplify communication. We will also talk about various programs we have been able to offer by partnering with local organizations and businesses while stressing affordability, viability, and communication.

May 4, 2022|1 hour|

If they can’t get to the library, how can a library still help its teen service population? Does the physical library need to be the center of teen services? Jessy Griffith, Teen Services Librarian at the William E. Durr Branch of the Kenton County Public Library, shares her methods and ideas for being the friendly neighborhood librarian and removing barriers to access for one of the most traditionally underserved populations.

September 27, 2016|1 hour|

Crowdsourcing Genealogy with Tea and Sympathy -Where can I plant my trees? Traditional vs. digital family trees -Book-A-Librarian Appointments -What to do when Ancestry.com is available -Genealogy Seminars in the Public Library

August 4, 2016|1 hour|

Learn the ins and outs of using OCLC WorldShare Management to request items for your patrons and lend your materials to other libraries. This webinar will cover developing interlibrary loan policies and procedures, how to use the WMS borrowing and lending modules to process requests, copyright issues, and more! As an added bonus, we will be joined by Ilona Burdette, of the Kentucky Virtual Library, to learn how libraries can utilize their courier service to send and receive materials statewide. If you have questions about the KYVL courier, such as how to fill out courier forms and generate barcode tags, packaging issues, tracking materials, or any other courier-related questions, be sure to join us!

May 1, 2024|1.5 hours|

The Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) applies to libraries that receive funding through federal programs such as E-rate, the Emergency Connectivity Fund, and the Library Services and Technology Act. This session covers the basic components of CIPA, including filtering options, internet use policies, and public hearings. While this session is geared towards E-rate applicants, other library staff may benefit from understanding internet filtering in order to answer patron questions.

October 27, 2021|1 hour|

KDLA has implemented a new kit reservation system called Kit Keeper which will go into effect Tuesday, 9/6. It will make scheduling programming and book discussion kits much easier! Kit Keeper allows you to see which kits are available for a particular date and reserve titles yourself. Join me for this 45 minute webinar as I introduce the ins and outs of this new system.

August 31, 2022|0.75 hours|

In this webinar, participants will gain an introduction to the subject of cataloging by examining the different aspects of the cataloging process and some of the reasons why cataloging is important.

November 10, 2022|1 hour|

Are you stumped when it comes to genealogy questions? Or maybe you just want to learn more about your own family’s history. Join us for an introduction to family history research, learn research strategies, and gain an understanding of the records available – at your local library and beyond!

June 22, 2023|1 hour|

Genealogy research is time-consuming and complex, especially for researchers who are trying to find missing pieces to their family puzzle. For genealogists looking to expand their research beyond the basics, and the library staff with questions, court records can open up new avenues to locate information. From inheritance squabbles to murder charges, court records can reveal more about the lives of our ancestors, their relationships, and even personalities. Join us for an overview of Kentucky’s court history and how to begin accessing these types of records either in your local area, at KDLA, or beyond.

March 16, 2023|1 hour|

This session provides an overview of Kentucky Land Records.

March 8, 2016|1 hour|

This session provides a brief overview of Kentucky Probate Records including Order Books, Administrator and Executor Bonds, Appraisals and Inventories, Settlements, and Wills.

February 16, 2016|0.5 hours|

The Kentucky Workforce Innovation Board (KWIB) serves as an advisory board to the Governor on workforce training and development issues. The KWIB is charged with creating a statewide vision and plan for workforce development and adopting a plan to move Kentucky forward through workforce training and development. Melissa Aguilar, Executive Director of KWIB, will be joining us to discuss KWIB’s many initiatives and the labor market information that drives their decision making process. Additionally, she will also talk through the responsibilities​s of the Kentucky Workforce and Education Collaborative w​hich was created in July 2020 by executive order (EO) from Governor Beshear. The Collaborative is responsible for implementing the WorkReady strategic plan as well as the directives of the EO.

September 14, 2020|1 hour|

Learn more about Kentucky's World War I records available for research at the Kentucky State Archives.

June 23, 2016|0.75 hours|

In this webinar, you will learn about two free software courses from WIN Learning: Essential Soft Skills Course, which covers customer service and professional behavior topics, and WIN Learning Career Readiness Course, which includes courseware to train and evaluate core workplace skills to help job seekers.

August 19, 2021|1 hour|

Nonfiction readers advisory work is generally regarded as a newer area of work than readers advisory work in fiction. We examine the aspects of the nonfiction readers’ advisory service that can build a bridge from the library’s fiction to compelling and increasingly popular nonfiction in order to encompass the library's entire collection.

August 31, 2017|1 hour|

Kentucky libraries are gearing up for another cycle of E-rate, the federal program providing discounts on internet access and networking equipment to over 100 Kentucky libraries each year. This session will provide a general overview of the E-rate funding cycle from competitive bidding to selecting providers and applying for discounts. We’ll also briefly cover upcoming changes to the E-rate Eligible Services List. Recommended for both new and experienced E-rate filers for Funding Year 2025 (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026).

Presenter: Lauren Abner, KDLA State E-rate Coordinator

August 29, 2024|1 hour|

Learn how to assist job seekers who are using your library! This webinar from the Kentucky Career Center that will help you navigate the many resources available to your job-seeking patrons.

December 19, 2018|0.75 hours|

This webinar provides an overview of the certification levels, annual summations, and the application process. Hear FAQs and learn tips about the certification process.

Presenter: Sarah Patterson, KDLA CE Consultant

October 16, 2024|1 hour|

Presenters:

• Kathleen Pool, Kentucky Humanities Council
• Shelia Stovall, Director, Allen County Public Library

September 11, 2019|1 hour|

Have you heard about the new certification system? All the requirements are the same, but now you can do everything in the Learning Portal! Join us as we show you how to submit paperwork, contact hours, and even how to pay online!

June 21, 2023|1 hour|

Bugs, bugs, bugs! This webinar covers a wide variety issues and concerns related to handling bugs in the library. • What are the warning signs • What to do when they are discovered • How to prevent infestations • Catching bugs immediately • Inspecting and cleaning items • Tools for containing • Preventative monthly treatments • Creation of a Bug Policy • and much more!

April 25, 2017|1 hour|

This webinar will be an official look of sorts at Kentucky in the years 1792-1794. The presentation will include Marriages, Wills, Deeds and Tax Lists and well as other county clerk and circuit court records from the period.

January 31, 2018|0.5 hours|

Kentucky Career EDGE is a web-based platform, freely available to all who live in Kentucky, that offers career development, life-skills training, and a full Toolkit. Users will have access to assessments, a Resume Builder, an interactive interview Simulation Trainer, professional correspondence templates, and more.

February 10, 2022|1 hour|

Learn about the Kentucky Moms MATR program and how your library can partner with KY Moms staff to support the families in your com​munities.

May 12, 2022|1 hour|

This webinar provides an overview of the Kentucky Council of Defense records. The Council of Defense was created in 1916 at first to record the nations participation in the Mexican Border Campaign. In 1917, the Council of Defense at the state and county level began recording civilian organizations and military participation in the First World War. After the end of the War at the Treaty of Versailles, The state and county histories were published as well as a series of service cards for military personnel. The county histories were generally held by the county clerks offices.

April 6, 2017|0.5 hours|

Learn about Kentucky’s Rapid Response Program, how it connects job-seekers with employers who are hiring, and how your library can partner with the local Workforce Rapid Response teams to disseminate employment information to your patrons.

April 24, 2021|1 hour|

Sesame Street, Downton Abbey, Doc Martin. Is this what you think when you hear “KET”? You’re right! But KET is so much more. With educational resources for preschoolers through adults, KET offers engaging, interactive learning experiences you can view, stream, and print. Join us for this webinar to learn how to find and use these materials at your location.

March 4, 2020|1 hour|

Join us to learn about Kentucky Educational Television’s Workplace Essential Skills Job Search module, which contains videos and activities related to preparing résumés, cover letters, and for interviews. Find out how your patrons can utilize the Job Search module and templates within it to create their own career documents, like a résumé or job application.

July 26, 2021|1 hour|

Are you looking for a way to communicate with library customers who have trouble communicating verbally? Do you want to connect with some of your outreach customers who are unable to speak? In this webinar you will learn about a course that teaches you the benefits of keyword signing and some basic signs that you can use with your customers. Presented by Sally Dannenberg, Research and Development Associate Human Development Institute University of Kentucky.

August 4, 2022|1 hour|

Learn all about KDLA’s kits, both book discussion and programming, for adults and youth. We’ll cover the types of kits available, as well as how to discover and schedule kits, and much more.

December 8, 2021|1.5 hours|

Knowledge transfer is defined as the practical problem of transferring knowledge from one part of an organization to another. It seeks to organize, create, capture or distribute knowledge and ensure its availability for future users. This session will provide a general overview of current Knowledge Transfer practices and trends that may help you in your current work environment.

April 30, 2019|1 hour|

The Kentucky Center for Statistics, KYSTATS, has several resources that your library customers can use. Two of these resources include the recently updated Family Resource Simulator and the Students Right to Know. Learn about these KYSTATS resources and how your library customers can use them.

October 27, 2022|1 hour|

Legal reference can be tricky and complicated. How much can you say? Where do you start looking? Join us for this 2-part webinar series featuring the State Law Librarian to get tips and tricks to make it easier. In Part 1, you'll learn how to find cases and forms, and how to use the Court of Justice website.

November 16, 2017|1 hour|

Legal reference can be tricky and complicated. How much can you say? Where do you start looking? Join us for this 2-part webinar series featuring the State Law Librarian to get tips and tricks to make it easier. In Part 2, you'll learn about statutes, using the Legal Aid website, and other helpful Kentucky government websites.

November 30, 2017|1 hour|

Changes are coming to E-rate, the federal program providing discounts on internet access and networking equipment to over 100 Kentucky libraries each year. This session will provide a general overview of the E-rate funding cycle from competitive bidding to selecting providers and applying for discounts. We’ll also cover upcoming changes to Category One internet access, Category Two competitive bidding & cost allocations, and E-rate invoicing. Recommended for both new and experienced E-rate filers for Funding Year 2024 (July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025).

September 13, 2023|1 hour|

This session discusses the basic steps involved in a readers' advisory interview. This process involves engaging library patrons in conversations that elicit information about reading interests and habits. The ultimate goal is to establish a connection with your readers so they come back again and again to talk about what they are enjoying.

September 14, 2017|0.75 hours|

Library Community Campaigns are a great way to get involved in your local communities. Join us to learn more about successful library community campaigns such as Drop Your Drawers and many more!

February 1, 2018|1 hour|

Young people in the 'tween,' 'preteen,' or 'preadolescent' ages - a group as diverse as the names by which we call them - are experiencing a time of rapid growth and transition. The challenges of puberty are frequently accompanied by big questions about themselves: "Who are they and how do they fit into the world?" How does their background, life experience, family, race, religion, sexuality and gender identity shape their lives? What kind of person do they want to be, and how can they grow into that role? Learn about how tween brains work, and how we can use this understanding to improve our services, practices, and relationships with tweens in the library.

October 19, 2022|1 hour|

Need some fresh programming ideas? Then join this webinar to hear about the best programs of 2022! Learn about Allen County's Touch a Truck, Henry County's Farmer's Market, Casey County's Reading Dragons, and Oldham County's Cupcake Challenge!

December 6, 2022|1 hour|

Does your library want to create a Library of Things, but you're not sure where to start? Join this Library Link Up to hear how three libraries started their collections, what they include, pros and cons, and more!

January 12, 2023|1 hour|

Join us in our continuing Library Link Up series as we see what some public libraries are doing with their makerspaces and new services they have added.

September 2, 2021|1.25 hours|

Are your staff days boring? Tedious? Cookie-cutter? Then join this webinar to learn how to spice things up! In our famous Library Link Up-style, you'll hear from three libraries that do their best to keep things interesting! Come and be entertained, inspired, and ready to share your great ideas!

February 2, 2023|1 hour|

Want to link up with other libraries on PR and Marketing ideas? Join this webinar to hear about what's happening in PR and Marketing across the state!

Presenters:

• Victoria Vitek, Ohio County Public Library
• Tammy Blackwell, Marshall County Public Library
• Stacy Stamper, Paul Sawyier Public Library

October 17, 2024|1 hour|

Join us for this Library Link Up webinar where we will discuss library programs geared towards men.

March 7, 2019|1 hour|

These libraries may be small, but they're definitely mighty! You'll hear about one library's new mobile printing service, a community garden program, and a highly successful concert series. Get inspired and share your library's own successes!

May 3, 2018|1 hour|

Join the next Library Link Up to hear what other Kentucky libraries are doing! Get great ideas and tips on the best ways to develop and sustain workforce related partnerships, while making the library look really, really good.

June 7, 2018|1 hour|

This presentation will focus on the growing psychosocial needs of library patrons, such as needs related to mental health, substance use, and poverty, reasons for this shift in patrons' needs, and how these needs affect libraries and library staff. The role of the public lib​rary social worker will be discussed, including examples of social work and public library collaborations in smaller or rural libraries.

Presenter: Beth Wahler, PhD, MSW, is the Director of the School of Social Work at UNC Charlotte and founder of Beth Wahler Consulting (swinthelibrary.com).

June 16, 2022|1 hour|

Join the Perry County Public Library as we present various ways to incorporate life skills in everyday programming. Programming can show your patrons how to make various items on a limited budget, how to demonstrate ways to cook homemade meals worthy of a restaurant, and ways to be frugal in the ever fluctuating economy; this will be a guide for you and your library. "Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime."--Maimonides.

November 1, 2017|1 hour|

This class provides an overview of the KYVL databases AGRICOLA and GreenFILE. AGRICOLA is a hub for information on all aspects of agriculture and related fields. GreenFILE provides information covering the human impact on the environment.

January 24, 2018|0.75 hours|

The possibilities are endless when you introduce loose parts play into your library programming! Learn about the importance of this type of play, what you will need to get started, and a chance to share experiences that will work for a library of any size. Presenters: Kate Schiavi & Erin Nevitt, Louisville Free Public Library.

April 15, 2019|1 hour|

As the need for library outreach grows, librarians will have to reevaluate traditional programming models. Learn to design simple, low-cost, high-impact outreach programming for youth, from toddlers to teens.

January 21, 2016|1 hour|

Just as white is the absence of color, Mainstream Fiction is the absence of genre. But without genre characteristics, how do we recommend books to our patrons? Instead of looking at Mainstream Fiction through the lens of genre, this webinar will examine its four “appeal characteristics.” Once you learn their ins-and-outs, you’ll be able to help your patrons find books they love in this non-genre.

November 8, 2018|1 hour|

Green Dot is a nationally recognized strategy focused on preventing power-based personal violence which includes sexual violence, intimate partner violence, child abuse, bullying, and stalking. Research has shown that Green Dot reduces perpetration of sexual violence by 21% and perpetration of intimate partner violence by nearly 40%. The Kentucky Association of Sexual Assault Programs (KASAP) has been implementing Green Dot in high schools and communities across the Commonwealth for over a decade. Attend this training to learn more about Green Dot and how your library can be part of the movement to create a violence-free Kentucky by becoming a Green Dot Spot.

Presenter: Astraea Howard (she/her) is the Prevention Coordinator at the Kentucky Association of Sexual Assault Programs (KASAP) and has been working to end sexual and intimate partner violence for over 7 years. In her role at KASAP, Astraea coordinates all statewide prevention initiatives and works closely with local prevention educators to ensure effective program delivery. Astraea received her Bachelor of Arts in Latin American Studies and Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies at William & Mary.

March 24, 2022|1 hour|

The DCBS social service specialists, Sydney Lawson and Chelsea Harrod, will give an overview of information relating to how to make a report, the policy and criteria about what would meet the threshold for a child welfare intervention in Kentucky, and some different things to watch for on a virtual platform (as well as in person contact) with families. They’ll also give information about what happens once an investigation is completed.

Objectives:

• Knowledge and understanding for Kentucky Child Welfare dependency, neglect, and abuse reporting requirements
• Knowledge and understanding of how to observe concerns and red flags of abuse and neglect through a virtual platform
• Knowledge and understanding of the steps during CPS intervention

January 13, 2021|2 hours|

Do you inwardly cringe when a patron asks for romance reading suggestions? Fear not! Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a KDLA webinar dedicated to Cupid’s genre. In this crash course, you will learn what’s hot in romantic fiction, the keys to making insightful recommendations, and how to create a more romance-friendly library.

February 14, 2018|1.25 hours|

Do murders fascinate your patrons? Ours too! Murder & Mayhem has been a successful program at our library over the years. Gathering research from our local history collection as well as stories from our patrons, we have found a unique way to generate interest in our history, albeit a much darker side. We will discuss planning strategies, as well as the program's successes and failures, in hopes of inspiring you to bring a new adult program to your library community.

August 16, 2018|1 hour|

Have mystery lovers looking for the next best mystery book to read? Need a little background information for the mystery genre? If the answer is yes then you are registering for the correct webinar!

October 25, 2018|1 hour|

Many people believe that their ancestors' names were "changed at Ellis Island," either through carelessness or contempt, but that idea is an urban legend. We take a close look at contemporary images and federal documents, and analyze federal laws pertaining to immigration processing, in order to establish the truth about this bit of American history. Those name changes did happen, but they did not happen at Ellis Island or any other immigrant processing station.

August 4, 2015|1 hour|

This presentation will cover how libraries must consider First Amendment protections when setting policies relating to meeting rooms, presentations, and content. We will discuss how libraries can provide an open forum for the free exchange of ideas while maintaining an appropriate environment where the community feels safe and welcome.

October 31, 2019|1 hour|

According to the CDC, Kentucky ranks 5th in the U.S. in drug overdose deaths, while the number of Kentuckians addicted to opioids grows every year. And although many may not realize it, Kentucky public libraries are deep in the trenches of the epidemic. But just how are we to respond? In this webinar, you'll get Kentucky-specific information and resources from experts in the medical, law enforcement, and substance abuse prevention fields. We'll hear why Kentucky is so affected by this epidemic, the pros and cons of administering Narcan, where to get assistance in your area, and much more. Our goal is to help you be more informed about all aspects of the opioid epidemic so you'll be able to make the best choices for your library and your community.

January 26, 2018|1.75 hours|

This live webinar will discuss the history of internet-based scams, what they look like today, and how to help you and your patrons avoid them.
Presenter: Wesley Johnson, Daviess County Public Library

May 9, 2024|1 hour|

Office etiquette is much more than just making a good first impression. It is an essential part of creating a productive and pleasant work environment. This training session will analyze various workplace situations as we review the do’s and don’ts of office etiquette. From basic pleasantries to romantic dalliances, this session covers it all!

January 17, 2018|1 hour|

Are you interested in starting a community-based oral history project or growing the holdings of an existing oral history archive? Kentucky Historical Society Oral History Administrator Sarah Schmitt will take you through the life cycle of an oral history interview and share tips and tools for finding interviewees, conducting interviews, caring for recordings, and more.

November 7, 2019|1.75 hours|

Are you going berserk managing your library? Embrace your inner Viking and join JC Morgan and King Simpson as they discuss methods, programs, and workflows that have helped them conquer their management issues!

March 21, 2023|1 hour|

Is your library welcoming to LGBTQ+ youth (children and teens) and their families? Does your library offer engaging youth programs inclusive of the diverse LGBTQ+ community? Do you understand the informational needs of LGBTQ+ youth? What are important considerations in developing and defending collections representative of this cultural group?

October 20, 2022|0.5 hours|

Created annually, these records may help fill in the gap where other historical records may not exits. Researchers have found these records to be very helpful with pre-1850s Kentucky research.

August 18, 2016|0.5 hours|

We will review the various types of divorce records that can be found in Kentucky while doing historical research.

January 20, 2015|0.5 hours|

Learn more about Kentucky's Works Progress Administration collection. One of the most unique collections at the Kentucky State Archives.

May 4, 2016|1 hour|

Learn about what resources and services that Goodwill Industries of Kentucky offers to their clients and how your library can partner with the local Goodwill Industries in your area.

May 11, 2023|1 hour|

Do your library customers come to you with legal questions? Would you like to point them to a reliable resource that can help with legal needs? The Kentucky Court of Justice and the Administrative Office of the courts have created a Self-Help Portal, which is designed to assist Kentucky residents and self-represented litigants with their legal needs, and you can learn more about the portal during this webinar.

October 3, 2023|1 hour|

Christy, with assistance from her dogs, will share her experiences as a therapy dog handler helping children improve their reading skills, become more confident readers, and have fun with dogs through library reading programs.

October 22, 2022|0.75 hours|

So you'd like to offer podcasts to your patrons, but need help getting started? In this webinar, you'll get expert advice from Kentucky public library staff with podcasting experience. We'll pull back the curtain on podcasting to help you with this entertaining and valuable service!

February 4, 2021|1 hour|

Children are some of the smartest human beings on the planet. They absorb and interpret information on a scale that we as adults can’t even comprehend. In this session, you’ll learn ways to unlock that superpower in children so that they can become discoverers of knowledge instead of merely recipients. You’ll gain some practical skills to help facilitate STEAM learning on a day-to-day basis, as well as take a look into the potential future of early childhood education. In addition, we’ll explore some of the ways in which we, as adults, can use our latent ability to learn like we did when we were younger to be more creative and improve our critical thinking. And we will definitely play.

October 22, 2022|1 hour|

This webinar will go over some hard-won lessons in public library makerspaces, and share some ideas for ensuring your makerspace services meet the needs of your community. Shannon will share both her personal experience as the director implementing the first public library makerspace in the state of Wisconsin in 2012, and extensive research on makerspaces in many libraries. The webinar will offer a handy tool for assessing makerspace success and ideas for remediating “fails,” based on the idea of sharing power with the users of the space. It is intended as a conversation, so come ready to share your own ideas, successes, and failures in makerspaces.

December 9, 2022|1 hour|

This webinar is a brief overview of the earliest steps in the process of planning for a facilities construction project. Basic facility needs forecasting, the construction process, and financing options will be covered. If you are preparing to start preparing for facilities planning, this program is for you!

April 25, 2019|1.5 hours|

Have you ever wanted to present at KPLA or another conference, but didn't know where to start? Or do you have great ideas for a presentation, but are just too scared of standing in front of other people to actually do it? This session will give you the tools and skills you need to propose and deliver a successful presentation.

May 2, 2023|1 hour|

Suicide is the second leading cause of death for youth and young adults in Kentucky. Learn risk factors, warning signs and behavioral clues around suicide risk, and how to reach out to help someone who may be considering suicide.

March 1, 2016|1 hour|

This introductory webinar addresses how teens are affected by the issues of bullying, dating violence, and sexual assault among teens. It includes discussion of the issues, but the webinar’s focus is introducing and discussing techniques and strategies to incorporate into programming and partnerships that reduce rates of violence and change the culture around violence in our communities. Strategies and concepts include: Green Dot, developmental assets, social emotional learning, risk & protective factors, and youth leadership and empowerment.

April 30, 2018|1 hour|

Privacy is an ethical responsibility of libraries, but the rise of digital services has dramatically changed how libraries meet patrons' needs. This session provides an overview of the current privacy landscape and explore ways for libraries to support privacy, both in the use of library services and in everyday life, just in time for Choose Privacy Week (May 1-7).

April 16, 2020|1 hour|

This presentation will explore why a public entity may not deny the benefits of its programs, activities, and services to individuals with disabilities because its facilities are inaccessible. A public entity's services, programs, or activities, when viewed in their entirety, must be readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities. This standard, known as ‘program accessibility’, applies to all existing facilities of a public entity. Participants will learn about options that can be used to achieve program accessibility and will be given examples of those options that can be applied to their individual programs.

October 19, 2022|0.75 hours|

Campbell County Public Library, Parks and Rec., and Cooperative Extension partnered to provide summer learning opportunities at AJ Jolly Park in central Campbell County, basing their work on a successful program from Kenton County Parks. In our first summer we averaged 175 patrons in the park per event. Learn from our mistakes and successes and see how you can take the library outdoors, and take it to patrons outside your service area.

February 7, 2017|1 hour|

Learn how to set your library’s promotions apart using Photoshop basics with Tammy Blackwell from Marshall County Public Library. This presentation will demonstrate Photoshop techniques for creating web images & flyers and is geared toward users who have little or no experience with the program. Topics will include image resolution, color modes, working in layers, changing/matching colors, and using other common tools.

June 14, 2018|1 hour|

Working with presenters and performers from your community is a great way to expand your program offerings. Learn the best way to work with your presenters and performers so they continue to return to your library year after year. A positive programming experience results in high quality programming your community will love to attend!

May 16, 2017|1 hour|

This session is a quick overview of the Notary Public service. Staff from the Scott County Public Library will discuss important points for management to consider before beginning the service, the impact it has on staffing, and the benefits it provides to the public.

March 28, 2018|1 hour|

9% of Kentucky children are raised in kinship care; no state has a higher rate. 96,000 children are being raised by kinship caregivers. In the workshop, learn about the complex issues and needs of relative caregiver families and the resources and services you can provide.

January 20, 2022|0.5 hours|

Learn the basics of the voluntary Kentucky Public Library Trustee Certification Program.

September 29, 2022|0.5 hours|

Research has shown that workgroups with positive to negative interaction ratios greater than 3 to 1 are significantly more productive than teams that do not reach this ratio. How does your library team stack up? Learn ways to increase positivity in your organization and work toward increasing productivity!

February 13, 2020|1 hour|

Tweens are one of the toughest demographics to reach in the library—between storytimes and teen programs they are often forgotten and slip through the cracks. Not to mention they can be daunting to work with for many children’s librarians! Jill Frasher, Children’s Librarian at the Erlanger Branch of the Kenton County Public Library, will discuss how she has implemented successful tween programming at her library. She will share development strategies, program successes and failures, and her tips and tricks for working with these often-underserved patrons. Presented by Jill Frasher, Children’s Librarian, Kenton County Public Library.

February 27, 2019|1 hour|

Reading is for everyone, even if you are blind, have low vision, a reading disability, or a physical disability that makes it hard to read regular print. Whether your patrons use audio or braille, prefer delivery by mail or by smartphone, the Kentucky Talking Book Library can provide free, tailored library service. Learn who is eligible, what is available, how it is accessed, and what might be coming in the near future.

February 22, 2022|1 hour|

The definition of a reference transaction, responding to a current information need, is simple, but recognizing what that looks like in today’s public library isn’t always so. In this webinar, attendees will learn:

• Why reference transactions are still important in the era of smartphones and Google
• What should be counted as a reference transaction for your library’s Annual Report statistics
• When meeting an information need is a reference transaction versus when it is a program

Presented by Amber Potts, KDLA Regional Library Consultant - West Region

October 30, 2024|1 hour|

Every office creates records, whether in paper, film, electronic, or some other format. The Local Records Branch at Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives is tasked with assisting and consulting with all local government agencies to understand the management of those records, including retention, destruction, storage, and preservation. This training will provide an understanding of the basic fundamentals and principles, as well as some practical applications, needed to manage public records. The training should serve as a basis for any staff or employee to understand what records are and how they should be managed within the local agency.

April 12, 2022|1 hour|

During this webinar you can learn about McCracken County Public Library’s re-entry toolkits: what they include, how they were developed, and what the staff have learned since they began offering the kits.

May 24, 2022|1 hour|

Do you wonder what research really says about how to support school readiness? In a nutshell, it is so much more than just the BRIGANCE assessment. The Reimagining School Readiness (RSR) Toolkit is a suite of research-backed resources created for library staff to help families prepare children ages 0 to 8 for success in school and in life.

Through an interactive presentation with creative hands-on STEAM activities, this training will introduce library staff to the research, practical implications, and resources offered in the RSR toolkit. Participants will understand key findings from current cognitive and developmental psychology research, reflect on the implications of those findings for their daily work, gain practical ready-to-implement ideas for activities (designed by the Bay Area Discovery Museum), and receive resources for staff and parents/caregivers.

You will benefit from this workshop if you work with children ages 0 to 8 and their families and would like to learn more about how to offer research-backed programming in your library.

This training is offered free of charge through a generous grant from IMLS as part of a broader effort to disseminate the toolkit nationally. The toolkit was developed by the Bay Area Discovery Museum in collaboration with the California State Library and the Pacific Library Partnership.

Outcomes: Introduce library staff to the research, practical implications, and resources offered in the RSR toolkit.

April 20, 2021|3 hours|

The Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives maintains a vast number of Kentucky's permanent records. These include court cases, vital statistics, and local records (deeds, marriages, wills, taxes, etc.). Our holdings are an important source for genealogical research within Kentucky, and we would like to provide you with an overview of our collection and services in order to help you with your research or to better assist your customers.

October 11, 2018|0.75 hours|

The Civil War Governors of Kentucky Digital Documentary Edition (CWG-K) launched "Early Access"—the first stage of accessibility—in June 2016, allowing users to browse and keyword search over 10,000 documents. The next step—"Annotation Beta"—is to deliver approximately 1,500 documents, annotated and set within dense social and geographic networks. This presentation will demonstrate how CWG-K will shape the ways researchers, students, and teachers will explore the past in the future.

October 14, 2016|1 hour|

The RETAIN program is designed to help persons who have a non-work related illness or injury stay at their job, find a new job, or find employment in a different career. Find out how you can connect those in your community to the RETAIN staff and the many resources they offer.

July 15, 2021|1 hour|

Summer Reading at the Henry County Public Library became Summer Learning in 2017 and has expanded to include writing, science, math, engineering, art, and more to combat summer slide. Participants in our program complete special activities to earn badges like the Storyteller and Henry County Hero. In this session, Suzanne and Tess will talk about the journey to begin this program, currently in its second year, share the how’s and why’s of the program structure, and discuss the many successes and a few failures. Presented by Suzanne Banta & Tess Valentine – Henry County Public Library.

January 31, 2019|1 hour|

Kevin Becker and Rainey Tisdale will discuss how library staff can prepare - practically, mentally, and emotionally - for responding to a mass tragedy in their community. Tammy Blackwell, from the Marshall County Public Library, will share their experiences following the recent shooting at their local high school. Topics covered will include patron needs and libraries as "second responders," ad hoc collaborations with local organizations, managing a public memorial, and staff self-care.

April 25, 2018|1.25 hours|

In this webinar, participants will generate ideas to better serve the senior population in their community. Attendees will discover how to enhance relationships with senior patrons and staff at senior facilities; effectively market and increase awareness of their outreach program; better select, develop, and promote items of interest to senior patrons; effectively incorporate technology into their senior outreach program; and prepare for the growing senior population and demographic in their community. Learn from the experiences and successes of staff at the St. Charles Public Library.

April 13, 2017|0.5 hours|

How do you know when you feel safe? Who is around you? What resources are nearby? How do you feel, physically? The Covid-19 pandemic and related societal challenges have been hard on all of us, children included. Data demonstrates rising levels of mental health and trauma-related symptoms among youth in the United States. As public libraries consider new ways to meet changing community needs, we have an opportunity to create refuges for young people experiencing ongoing challenges. This session will examine the emotional and mental consequences of the collective traumas of recent years, introduce the concept of felt safety, and provide tips for increasing felt safety among children and youth in libraries.

October 20, 2022|1 hour|

In this webinar, three Kentucky public libraries will describe their involvement or partnerships with their local Family Resource & Youth Services Centers (FRYSC). A representative from the Division of Family Resource & Youth Services Centers will also join us to present information on what FRYSCs do, what kinds of partnerships they've built, and the types of services they provide to young children.

September 7, 2017|1 hour|

The University of Kentucky Libraries offers numerous resources and services to community patrons both within its local community and the state at large. Professionals from UK Libraries will present on what these services include and how we can work together to best meet the needs of our Commonwealth residents.

February 28, 2023|0.5 hours|

Opioid abuse continues to be part of our reality in Kentucky, and the situation has evolved since our 2018 webinar on this topic. Join us for an updated webinar with experts from across the state to learn about current statistics, programs, and resources, including Kentucky Moms MATR (Maternal Assistance Towards Recovery), that can benefit your library and your community.

April 11, 2023|1.25 hours|

Skillbuilders is a series of educational and support programs designed for those who are going through life changes due to the loss of a loved one, aging issues, change in living locations or other transitions. Because of these changes, decision-making can be difficult. Skillbuilders programs provide practical information on financial and legal issues as well as personal subjects such as adjusting to singleness, medical fitness and family dynamics.

March 2, 2018|1 hour|

Is your library interested in hosting a social work intern? Would you like to know what is involved with a social work student doing their practicum at a public library? If you answered yes to either question or if you are interested in learning more about social work students in public libraries, check out this webinar to learn more.

March 3, 2023|1 hour|

So you want to sow a Seed Library but all the work makes you want to bolt? Join Jennifer Mattern from the Clark County Public Library as she covers all aspects of this popular topic! She'll walk you through starting your library, where to get your materials, tying in programming, problems and resolutions, and much more! This webinar will have you ready to sprout a Seed Library faster than you can say acclimatization!

February 16, 2023|1 hour|

Introducing teen programming? Join Laura Beth Fox-Ezell and Veronica Rainwater as they discuss their experience planning teen-driven programs including implementing a Teen Advisory Board! They'll share their development strategies, program performance, ideas for future teen program plans and more.

October 3, 2018|1 hour|

Run by teens for teens, Teen Science Café is a series of free, fun events for high school students to talk with local scientists about current cutting-edge ideas in health, science, and technology over food and refreshments. Learn how to start one and about the support available from the Teen Science Café Network.

October 20, 2022|0.5 hours|

Oral history interviews are a primary research source that can provide library users with valuable historical and family information that otherwise would be difficult or impossible to obtain. The presenters will introduce viewers to the vast breadth of oral history collections available in Kentucky, focusing on the Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History at the University of Kentucky Libraries, and demonstrate how these collections can be accessed by researchers and the public.

July 23, 2015|1 hour|

Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky’s (PCAK) mission is to prevent the abuse and neglect of Kentucky’s children through advocacy, awareness, education, and training. PCAK recognizes and appreciates the important role libraries play in the lives of the patrons they serve. This session will explore the ways in which PCAK and libraries can partner to strengthen the families and children in their local communities through awareness, education, and resources.

October 19, 2022|0.75 hours|

Wondering how to initiate a partnership with your local school system? Join Bookie Wilson, Assistant Youth Services Librarian at the Woodford County Library, as she shares tips and suggestions to initiate or grow a successful collaboration with your schools and school system. Presented by Bookie Wilson, Youth Services Librarian, Woodford County Public Library.

January 30, 2019|1 hour|

S.A.V.E. stands for signs, Ask, Validate, and Encourage and Expedite, and this training is designed to help staff be prepared to assist a veteran who is in crisis or experiencing suicidal thoughts. While the S.A.V.E. training is designed to help prevent veteran suicides, this training can be applicable to other adult suicidal ideation situations.

August 29, 2023|1 hour|

The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) bridges the summer nutrition gap for children who depend on school meals from September through May. In 2022, the SFSP shifts back to the pre-pandemic program which is familiar to many communities and families. This will include recognizable and trusted meal sites like the public library. We look forward to working with the public libraries again and hope for continued growth in meal and library services for children in need.

May 3, 2022|1 hour|

In a county of 17,000, the library had between 300 and 400 children participate in their latest summer reading program. Join the presenters to learn how to run a successful summer reading program on a budget in a rural county, and how it can be adapted to fit other communities and demographics. No fear, as summer reading topics from start to finish will be discussed including strategic planning, scheduling staff and programs, tracking statistics, marketing and promotion, as well as bookmobile and outreach partnerships.

Presented by Holly Daugherty, Youth Services Librarian, and Rhonda Kendziorski, Bookmobile Librarian, McCreary County Public Library.

January 23, 2019|1 hour|

Boone County Public Library's partnership with area schools to support summer reading has grown and changed over the past two years. How do you get the schools on board, build a One Book, One Summer program, or even become an AR testing site? How do you measure success? Hear what we tried, what worked, where we are going, and share some of your own experiences. *This session is a repeat from SPOKcon2015.* (Technical issues caused the sou​nd to cut out near the end of the live webinar.)

February 4, 2016|1 hour|

Can you not tell the difference between Hawkman and Hawkeye? Do you not know what kryptonite or gamma rays are? Never fear! This presentation will give you the basics of the world's two most popular superhero universes as well as programming ideas for a variety of age groups. ***This is a repeat session from the 2014 Summer Reading Programming Conference.***

May 14, 2015|1 hour|

Surviving Challenging Behaviors is a discussion about behaviors you might find challenging to handle within the library setting. What are strategies that you can use to encourage positive behavior? How do you support the needs of one or two children without taking away from the other children in attendance?

October 19, 2022|0.75 hours|

There are literally hundreds of thousands of US government and government-related websites online today, and it can be overwhelming (to say the least!) to find what you are looking for. In this session, we examine top United States government sites that you need to know about, that offer the best user experience, helping you to find what you need quickly, easily, and efficiently.

August 3, 2017|1 hour|

Are you interested in offering telehealth or teleservices at your library but are unsure of where to start? Alta Porterfield from the Delaware Division of Libraries shared lessons learned from rolling out teleservices initiatives at public libraries in Delaware and ways that you may be able to offer teleservices at your library.

Presenter: Alta Porterfield, Statewide Social Innovator, Delaware Division of Libraries

September 12, 2024|1 hour|

The Miami University Art Museum (MUAM) in southwest Ohio is pleased to bring the content of the original exhibition, Telling a People's Story: African-American Children's Illustrated Literature, to public libraries (and schools) across the country via the Traveling Panel Exhibition. This first-of-its-kind introduction of educational resources and programming opportunities, surrounding the contextualization of African-American children’s picture books, offers a lens into the cultural, historical, and social makeup of an African-American identity.

September 23, 2021|0.25 hours|

Struggling to make contact with your school librarian peers? Looking for new ideas to take your summer reading partnership to the next level? Join KDLA Youth Services Consultant, Krista King-Oaks, and colleague Kathy Mansfield, Kentucky Department of Education School Library Consultant, to dispel myths around lexiles, summer reading lists, and more, and learn what a day in the life of a school librarian really looks like.

January 31, 2017|1 hour|

Join us for a discussion of techniques for managing time, space, and schedules geared specifically for library supervisors. Time management is a system and philosophy on how to approach your work tasks—one that can improve everything from workflow to personnel management. Different time management theories will be presented, but the emphasis will be on practical application.

March 28, 2018|1 hour|

In this session, participants will learn about different types of traumas and their impacts. Participants will be guided to think reflectively about how they have seen trauma show up in their own work and the role that libraries can play as sites of transformation and healing.

October 20, 2022|0.75 hours|

Finding information of genealogical value on U.S. Federal Census records can be incredibly fun and rewarding - for patrons and librarians alike! An understanding of the history and development of the Census record itself, however, adds important historical, social, economic and even political context to our ancestors who are found on this most valued resource. Log-in, learn… and enjoy!

May 18, 2016|1 hour|

"Live the full life of the mind, exhilarated by new ideas, intoxicated by the romance of the unusual."—E. Hemingway. Be inspired and intoxicated by new, outside of the box programming ideas. In a fast-paced world, where attention spans are shortening, it is imperative that we adapt and be creative. Reaching out to our communities, enticing new patrons to participate in programming requires creativity and innovation. Let's start a movement, romance the public, and travel into the unknown!

September 17, 2015|1 hour|

The Daviess County Public Library hosts a showcase for regional filmmakers once a year called Unscripted: An Indie Film Experience. In 2013, after a successful introductory year, a film school component was added to the series; patrons & filmmakers teamed as part of it to make movies at the library. DCPL’s Wesley Johnson will discuss the library’s partnership with the local filmmaker who created Unscripted and how they made it all happen.

May 25, 2023|1 hour|

Find out what UpLit is and how you can provide reader's advisory services for patrons looking for UpLit and Gentle Reads for that next great book!

November 28, 2018|1 hour|

Avoid duplicating the job hunting/job preparation services of other organizations in your community. Instead, find out where the weak links are with your community partners and educate them about library resources that can fill their voids. Learn how to help educate job seekers and career changers about resources available to them at next week’s webinar!

October 10, 2017|1 hour|

Practical strategies, new programs, visual and aural accommodations and modifications for children’s programming, and community partnerships to address the unique needs of youth with intellectual disabilities and their families.

October 19, 2022|0.75 hours|

For this promotion, the Paul Sawyier Public Library’s marketing strategy hinged on making staff picks more personable. They wanted to hook patrons in with recommendations from their favorite genres (and favorite library employees!), and then push the focus to NoveList. They put a face with the staff picks, created colorful marketing content, and used multiple social media platforms. This webinar covers the ideas behind the initiative, roll out, and if/how the NoveList usage statistics changed after the first quarter.

October 18, 2017|0.75 hours|

The Kentucky Workforce Innovation Board (KWIB) serves as an advisory board to the Governor on workforce training and development issues. Melissa Aguilar, Executive Director of KWIB, will join us to discuss workforce resources for veterans and to demonstrate the Kentucky Career Explorer tool.

August 14, 2020|0.75 hours|

This session will focus on how all of us, regardless of our role in the library, can advocate for our future. Libraries are experiencing increasing content challenges and pushback from certain public interest groups. Learn about strategies to address these challenges in a productive way and to defuse situations before they become problematic. Also, discover ways to build relationships with your local and state government officials – like it or not, libraries have become political, and we need to be ready!

October 22, 2022|1 hour|

I know, you don't want to do it. You think if you let that book sit there for just one more year it may finally get checked out-if anyone can tell it is a book through the layers of dust. Let me bring you over to the delightfulness of weeding your collection. Learn why you really need to do it and ways to go about it.

November 14, 2017|1 hour|

The Senior Wellness Series is one of Madison County Public Library's premier senior service programs. In this presentation, Outreach Services Coordinator Brandon Thompson will discuss the research and information-gathering that lead to understanding and developing wellness initiatives for the 'new senior,' and will offer lots of specific details about the development and progression of the ongoing Senior Wellness Series at MCPL!

August 22, 2018|1.25 hours|

Learn about what Kentucky’s cooperative extension agents do, how you can partner with them, and what resources are available to you and your patrons. Presenters: Kimberly Henken, Director, Extension Engagement and Administrative Initiatives Mark Mains, Extension Director of Workforce and Equity Initiatives, University of Kentucky

April 28, 2022|1 hour|

Do you ever get asked, "How much do you think this old book is worth?" Or, "Do you know if this old painting is valuable?" If so, you might need an appraisal program at your library! In this webinar, we'll hear from a Kentucky public library with a successful, long-running, in-person appraisal program. We'll also hear from a Michigan public library with a new-but-still-successful virtual appraisal program. View this webinar and learn how to help your patrons discover the value in their "treasures!"

April 6, 2022|1 hour|

Here's a problem with outreach: it takes extra energy, and I'm tired. Join Community Outreach Manager, Courtney Stevens, in a practical discussion on what it takes to plan and execute a thriving strategy for youth in your community, particularly if you're an introvert or an extrovert who is currently exhausted. We'll look at the strategy itself, as well as personal restoration and celebration.

October 20, 2022|1 hour|

How is your interaction with homeschoolers? Are you doing too much, not enough, not sure? I homeschooled for 10 years before becoming a librarian, and even I tend to shake in my boots when they come in the door. This training session focuses on library services for homeschooled students within the framework of the K-12 population as a whole. In addition to discussing the sensitive topic of serving one student subgroup without alienating the others, I’ll cover root issues of librarians' negative perceptions of homeschoolers, identifying behaviors that enhance negative perceptions, developing proactive services and policies, and building win-win relationships with all students and parents.

May 11, 2016|1 hour|

Ever wonder what exactly is Women’s Fiction? In honor of Women's History month, sign up for this Reader’s Advisory webinar and find out that and a lot more about women’s fiction.

March 15, 2018|1 hour|

What is involved in becoming a Kentucky Career Center access point, and what are the responsibilities of libraries that serve as Kentucky Career Center access points? Join us as we hear perspectives from two Kentucky Career Center One-Stop Operators and three public library staff about what it is like for a library to serve as a Kentucky Career Center access point.

May 23, 2023|1 hour|

Right now, in the United States, there are about 50 million individuals with a hearing loss, ranging from mild to profound. This webinar from the KY Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing will better prepare you to more effectively work with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Patrons.

October 22, 2022|1 hour|

This presentation is designed to help public library staff learn about why conservative youth may be hesitant about looking for materials in their own public libraries or might feel frustrated about the current materials available to them. You will learn what kinds of concerns these youth have in common with each other, strategies for building friendly displays for all youth, as well as strategies for conducting book clubs that are sensitive to the needs of conservative patrons but don’t turn off others.

September 4, 2015|1 hour|

Ever had a program that just didn't work? Or maybe you had a slam dunk that just fell apart and you don't know why. Part presentation and part therapy session; we'll focus on how to cope with an event that misses its audience, and how to avoid that situation in the first place. Participants will also have a chance to share some of their own trials and tribulations in library world.

August 25, 2015|1 hour|