How We Live Together: Achieving Civic Literacy

May 28, 2026

The mission of public libraries is to provide access to educational, cultural, and social opportunities. Civics programming in the library fulfills that democratizing mission by expanding participation in community, sharpening the ability to evaluate media, and increasing trust in and understanding of government functions. In this training, skill-building programs, games, activities, and resources are presented to support and inspire librarians’ efforts to strengthen civic culture and develop civic literacy for children, teens, and adults.

Assistive Technology Overview 2.0

June 16, 2026

Learn how to make your computers, browsers, databases, and ebooks more accessible for your patrons and for you! In this class we’ll explore built-in settings that can make these resources easier to use for people with disabilities. We’ll also discuss the Title II Digital Accessibility rule, and discover how to ensure that your library’s websites, social media, and other digital resources are accessible to all.

Introduction to Public Libraries: Part II: Services in Public Libraries

June 23, 2026

While "Introduction to Public Libraries: Part I" focused on the history of public libraries, Part II focuses more on the present and meeting the current service needs of our public library customers. Join us as we dive deeper into learning about the different types of services that are available in public libraries.