Resources & Upcoming Deadlines for Library Staff

Oklahoma Department of Libraries sent this bulletin at 06/16/2025 11:00 AM CDT

 

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June 16, 2025
     
     

News & Upcoming Events

     
     
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It’s almost time for public libraries to submit their annual reports! As in previous years, the survey will be completed through LibPAS from Counting Opinions. This important process helps ODL put your data to work—supporting advocacy for public library services and determining eligibility for state aid.

 

All directors will receive an email with their login information on July 1. Join us on Zoom in the meantime for two helpful trainings. Both sessions will be recorded and made available online.

  
 

Thursday, June 26 at 10 a.m.

Data Access and Input Training

Counting Opinions

  
 

Tuesday, July 1 at 2 p.m.

Annual Report Training

ODL Library Development Office

  
 

Email Sadie Bruce at sadie.bruce@libraries.ok.gov or call 405-522-3322

with questions about Annual Reporting or the LibPAS platform.

  
 

 

   

 

 

  
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Mark your calendars! The Prison Library Working Group is gathering on Thursday, July 10 at 2 p.m. for a Zoom meeting to network and share resources. While these events are geared towards library staff members

who serve incarcerated Oklahomans, anyone is welcome.

 

Please join us for July's meeting, where we will hear from the co-chair of an American Library Association (ALA) interest group, Library Services to the Justice Involved. Other important news will include a report from the national assembly for librarians working in correctional facilities that took place at the ALA Annual conference.

 

To connect with others in the field and attend the meeting, click the button below. Email Rachel Walker at rachel.walker@libraries.ok.gov for more details.

 

  
 


 
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ODL is excited to launch a new series of monthly trainings designed to support library staff. Each month will focus on a different theme—starting in June with “Communication.” These curated resources are a great way to jumpstart professional development at your library. Want to learn more? Contact Paige Harkins at paige.harkins@libraries.ok.gov.

  
 

 

Beyond the Pizza Party: A Panel Discussion About Maintaining Staff Morale

This free, recorded webinar is provided through a statewide subscription maintained by ODL with LSTA funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. This training explores effective communication, staff recognition, and the importance of authentic leadership. First-time users will need to request access to the Ryan Down Academy. 

 

 


Crucial Breakthroughs: Tools for Thriving After Life Does Its Worst 

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 | 12 - 1 p.m.

Join researchers Joseph Grenny and Brian Wansink as they share the results of their study on triumphing in the face of difficulty. Attendees will learn how to thrive after a crisis, the five life systems that impact recovery, and five practices that make breakthroughs possible. Register today!

 

 


Creating a Culture of Healthy Opposition: Five Keys to Managing Conflict 

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 | 12 - 1 p.m.

Join Scott Robley, VP of Learning Solutions at Crucial Learning, in exploring how to create a culture of healthy opposition. Drawing on principles from the Strength Deployment Inventory® (SDI®) assessment, this session will help teams turn potential conflict into an opportunity for innovation, better decision-making, and stronger relationships. 

 




Cultivating Influence: Maximize Your Impact Through Connection 

Thursday, June 26, 2025 | 2 p.m.

This keynote covers the principles of influence and building credibility as new ideas develop. Learn how to gain the support of peers, leaders, and colleagues for your initiatives with actionable tips from popular podcast host and leadership consultant, Al Dea.

 

 

 

  

 

 

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