Resources & Upcoming Deadlines for Library Staff

Oklahoma Department of Libraries sent this bulletin at 08/17/2026 10:15 AM CDT

 

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August 15, 2026
     
     

Resources & Upcoming Deadlines

     
     
Resources and Programming Aug 26
 

Spark Voter Registration

Become a vital hub for civic engagement! Libraries have an exciting opportunity to help their communities prepare for election season.

 

With this toolkit from the Oklahoma Library Association and ODL, promoting voting has never been easier. Find helpful talking points, a guide to registration drives, a Q&A page, and so much more.

 

 

Discover quick and easy ways to get involved by signing up to become a National Voter Registration Day partner. It's also not too late to request voting guides from the League of Women Voters. Submit a request by September 17!

 

   

 

  

 

 

E-Books Crisis Toolkit For Libraries

Libraries have experienced a skyrocketing demand for E-books—matched only by the rising costs. Unlike physical literature, E-book licensing is temporary. A library might spend more than 50% of its collections budget to purchase Ebooks for a limited time at a higher price.

 

Join a nationwide call to action with resources from the Urban Library Council! This toolkit includes everything from social media templates to a two-page flyer and media tracker.

 

 

  

 

 

2026 Summer Reading Report

Take a moment to share summer programming highlights with us! Feedback from this report helps ODL complete LSTA reporting, advocate for libraries, and make the vital impact of library services visible.

 

As summer programs wrap up for the season, help us capture all the amazing work that made them possible and learn from the outcomes. 

 

 

  
Professional Development - ODL header Aug 26
 

Grant and Workshops Promoting Early Literacy and School Readiness

The Early Literacy and School Readiness Grant window is now open! Submit the form below for a chance to receive $3,000 to support developing early childhood programs. Submissions will be accepted through September 14.

 

 

Additional resources are available to all libraries and applicants. Register for one of three workshops and learn from early development experts! Trainings will feature insights on early childhood brain development, ready-to-use resources, and community engagement ideas.

 

Fairview Public Library | Fairview, OK

October 12, 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

 

Belle Isle Library, Metropolitan Library System | Oklahoma City, OK

October 13, 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

 

Zarrow Regional Library, Tulsa City-County Library System | Tulsa, OK

October 14, 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

 

 

  

 

 

August Training Spotlight

Check out July’s training spotlight for teen services inspiration! You'll find everything from current trends to useful resources. For more info, email odl.education@libraries.ok.gov.

 

  
 

Booklist Graphic Novels and Manga Showcase 

August 18, 1-2 p.m. | School Library Journal

Register for this showcase to hear all about the next best titles in graphic novels and manga worth adding to your shelves! 

 

 

SLJTeen Live! 2026

August 20, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. | School Library Journal

Join this virtual celebration of the latest stories for teens and tweens and enjoy a fun, informative day of author panels, keynote talks, and more.

 

 

Preparing Teens for College Through Academic Library Collaboration

August 20, 12-1 p.m. | Colorado State Library

Register for this "Talking Teen Services" session to explore the various ways to help connect students pursuing higher education with library support.

 

 

Library Service for All: Current Trends in Library Programs and Services for Autistic Children and Teens (On-Demand)| Infopeople

This training shares resources that help library staff as they create welcoming and supportive spaces for autistic customers and their families.

 

 

  

 

 

Trainings From Niche Academy

In under an hour, these on-demand trainings share how to meet teen customers' needs and build positive connections through engaging programs.

 

 

 

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