Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Session 4: Breakouts 2:30-3:20 PM
Mystic AD
Library Programming on a Limited Budget
Presented by: Ellen Janpol, Bethel Public Library
Library programming on a limited budget requires creativity, resourcefulness, and tenacity. Librarians possess all three of these attributes. How do you combine these attributes to develop interesting programs with little or no funds? By providing programming tips, programming on a limited budget challenges us to rise to the occasion, and keep our communities engaged and entertained.
Sponsored by: CLA Member
Mystic BE
CLA AMA: Making sense of all these letters
Presented by: Sarah McCusker, CLA President
Librarians love acronyms. Join CLA President Sarah McCusker for a session aimed at clearing up some confusion about all the different libraryland acronyms, the agencies they represent, and how they all fit together. There will be plenty of time for an "AMA" session -- ask Sarah anything about the CT library landscape. Perfect for library school students, librarians new to Connecticut, or anyone just needing a general refresher of our landscape.
Sponsored by: CLA Member
Mystic CF
CEN Connect- Free Fiber for Libraries to boldly go Gigabit and beyond!
Presented by: Rachael Collard, CEN; Ryan Kocsondy, CEN and Kate Sheehan, Stratford Library Association
Learn about the CEN Connect program for a free fiber build to connect to the fastest, most secure Internet network in the state – CEN! Learn about the CEN not-for-profit value proposition, free services, and understand why you shouldn't miss this opportunity to join the network that is rooted and established in service to anchor institutions and closing the digital divide.
Sponsored by: CLA Technology Section
Conference Room 1
CLA Mentoring Program Roundtable Discussion
Presented by: Jenna Bivona, Waterford Public Library; Thomas Piezzo, Southington Public Library; and Julie Rio, Wallingford Public Library
Developed by Career Development members, Beth Piezzo and Amanda Stern, the CLA Mentoring Program has matched 36 mentor/mentee pairs. The feedback from our pairs has been tremendously positive and now you can hear from participants directly. Facilitated by Beth and Amanda, this roundtable discussion will feature past mentors and mentees who will share their experiences and answer your questions.
Sponsored by: CLA Career Development Committee
Conference Room 2
Graphic Medicine and Public Libraries: Tools for Health Literacy and Community Engagement
Presented by: Bennie Finch, MLIS, MSW, Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM) Region 7
Using graphic novels, including memoirs, anthologies, and non-fiction, is a great way to start conversations about health topics. Through collection development, promotion, and programming, public libraries are using “graphic medicine” to reduce stigma, promote public awareness, and increase health literacy. Come learn about how libraries are using graphic medicine.
Sponsored by: CLA Member
Conference Room 3
A Fair Deal on eBooks: Where We’re Going & How We Got Here
Presented by: Olivia Blake, Co-Chair, CLA Legislative Committee and Kate Byroade, Cragin Memorial Library (Colchester); Co-Chair, CLA Legislative Committee
Rewarding, challenging, exciting, frustrating: the fight for eBook legislation has had many ups and downs over the last few years! Join us for an informal discussion about where we’ve been and where we may be headed.
Sponsored by: CLA Legislative Committee
Conference Room 5
Book Talking is SO Fetch
Presented by: Mary N.S. Richardson, Simsbury Public Library; Jennifer Rummel, Cragin Memorial Library; and Stephanie Smith, Avon Free Public Library
We're so making book talks happen. Join us to learn about the different types of book talks and how it can help you put the right books into readers' hands! We will share tips + tricks, read-alikes, and give book talking examples. Book talking is so fetch.
Sponsored by: CLA Young Adult Section
Conference Room 6
Supporting Neurodiverse Library Users: A Community-Driven Approach
Presented by: Rebecca Fox, New Canaan Library
Want to do more to serve neurodiverse library users in your community? Participants will learn how New Canaan Library partnered with community members to develop dynamic, responsive programs and resources for patrons with a wide range of support needs. Follow the process from listening sessions to program development and grant seeking. Learn how to tailor offerings to your own community.
Sponsored by: CLA ADA Committee
Conference Room 7
Ready or Not!: School Readiness Initiatives
Presented by: Rebecca Cobb, Lucy Robbins Welles Library; Bailey Francis, Lucy Robbins Welles Library; and Jennifer Needham, Berlin-Peck Memorial Library
What does school readiness mean, and what is the public library's role in providing services that foster skills that enable children to enter school ready to learn? Learn about how library programs and collections support children and their caregivers when it comes to school readiness, as well as some tips and tools for starting (or expanding) your own school readiness initiatives.
Sponsored by: CLA Member
