Schools and Libraries
January 4, 2024
From: State Library of IowaOpen Forum this Friday
Wow, 2024! Are you ready for it to be a new year?
You're all welcome to join other library staff this Friday, January 5th from 10:30-11:30. Come ready to talk about whatever is on your mind. It's a time to share your good news and get support for any issues you are currently dealing with. Your peers have been where you are now. Hope to see you there.
- Friday, January 5 at 10:30 AM
- Friday, February 2 at 10:30 AM
Libraries Are Forever - ILOC 2024
On Thursday, January 25, 2024, the ILOC conference will encourage attendees to consider sustainable operations, long-term outcomes, and positive community differences the library makes. Throughout the day, we will consider these topics, and more!:
- Sustainability in building operations (i.e. “green” improvements)
- Ongoing partnerships and library collaborations
- Positive interactions with other city services or departments
- Programs that are making a noticeable impact in your community
- Sustainable and alternative funding options
- Innovative practices in strategic planning
ILOC features keynote speakers and breakout sessions throughout the day, including a special event in the evening for library trustees. Can't attend all day? No problem! Come into Zoom whenever and wherever you can. The conference is free and you can come and go as you please.