Resources & Upcoming Deadlines for Library Staff

Oklahoma Department of Libraries sent this bulletin at 03/16/2026 10:00 AM CDT

 

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March 16, 2025
     
     

Resources & Upcoming Deadlines

     
     
ODL Professional Development header - March 2026
 

Spring Certification Workshop

Sign up today for the Spring 2026 Certification Workshop at Mabel C. Fry Public Library from April 30 to May 1! Attendees may register for any or all of these four classes: "How to Think Like a Librarian," "Interpersonal Skills," "Public Library Administration," and "Reference & Readers' Advisory."
 
After registering, stay tuned for updates via email and join everyone for an optional networking dinner at the host library on April 30.

 

 

  
 

 

Current Trends in Public Libraries: Marketing That Matters

This 90-minute certification course explores approaches to marketing that work for libraries of all sizes. Discover low-cost tactics for raising awareness using social media or AI tools. The annual Current Trends in Public Libraries webinar is open to Oklahoma library staff, regardless of certification status.

 

 

  

 

 

March Training Spotlight

This collection is full of helpful resources for libraries with smaller staffs and budgets! Email odl.education@libraries.ok.gov with any questions.

 

  
 

Modernizing a Small Library on a Small Budget: Systems, Culture, and Community in Year One (Nebraska Library Commission) 

March 18, 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Learn how one small library with limited resources implemented large-scale improvements without increasing its budget. This case study is perfect for small libraries seeking to build momentum.

 

 

The Power of One: Navigating a Single-Person or Small Technical Services Department (Georgia Library Association) 

March 18, 1-2 p.m.

Whether it's through tips on navigating usage reports, automating workflows, or finding a virtual community, this session offers insights to help smaller teams stay grounded and effective in a challenging but rewarding space. 

 

 

Intellectual Freedom & Academic Libraries: How Can the Office for Intellectual Freedom Help? (ALA/ACRL)

March 24, 1-2 p.m.

Discover case assistance and educational materials provided by the ALA's Office for Intellectual Freedom to help libraries navigate any challenges to academic or intellectual freedom in spaces of learning.

 

 

Conscientious, Humble, and Stuck: Why Libraries Struggle to Market Themselves, Show Their Value, and Ask for Resources (ASERL)

March 30, 1-2 p.m.

This episode unpacks the six cultural traits that shape how libraries communicate—and why those same traits often hold them back from telling their story boldly, visibly, and developing strategies that get results. 

 

 

  

 

 

Trainings From Niche Academy

These short, on-demand trainings offer support for libraries strengthening their team dynamic, volunteer base, and marketing plans.

 

 

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