by Julie Moore | Apr 15, 2024 | BLD News, BLD Updates, Grants and Other Funding Opportunities, Office of Commonwealth Libraries, Professional Development, Rural and Small Libraries, School Libraries, Youth
Hello Library Community! The Bureau of Library Development (BLD) in the Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) will be accepting applications for the following three local library grants from April 19 to May 20, 2024. These projects are made possible by Library...
by Hadiyah Cleveland | Apr 12, 2024 | BLD News, BLD Updates, Grants and Other Funding Opportunities, Office of Commonwealth Libraries, Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) News
Greetings Library Community, The Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) is currently accepting applications for Statewide Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grants. There is no dollar threshold; however, awards will be granted to the proposals that are the...
by Julie Moore | Apr 2, 2024 | Event, Professional Development
Understanding the Importance of a Professional Development Plan with S. Michele Echols Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 1:00 – 2:30 PM Register here What is it? This 90-minute workshop will provide attendees with the foundational skills to build their professional...
by Hadiyah Cleveland | Apr 2, 2024 | BLD News, BLD Updates, Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) News, PDE
Greetings, I am pleased to announce the Education Administration Specialist – Contracts and LSTA Coordinator position is open for application. This is an exciting time to join our team in the Bureau of Library Development (BLD) as we embark on our five-year plan...
by Carrie Cleary | Mar 29, 2024 | Library News
This post is shared here on behalf of Pennsylvania Citizens for Better Libraries. Pennsylvania Citizens for Better Libraries (PCBL) Opens Nominations for the 2024 Friend of the Year and the 2024 Friends Group of the Year Mechanicsburg, PA – Pennsylvania Citizens for...
by Carrie Cleary | Mar 27, 2024 | Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) News, State Library of Pennsylvania, Workforce
A Collection Management Librarian position at the State Library of Pennsyvlania is open for application now through April 9, 2024. Make a difference in Pennsylvania’s educational landscape by leveraging your skills! As a Collection Management Librarian, you...
by Carrie Cleary | Mar 27, 2024 | Deputy Secretary of Education and Commissioner for Libraries, Event, Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) News, State Library of Pennsylvania
Please join the Office of Commonwealth Libraries as we celebrate the restoration and re-opening of library services being provided in the newly renovated State Library of Pennsylvania in the Forum Building. Text of Invitation: The Office of Commonwealth Libraries...
by Carrie Cleary | Mar 22, 2024 | Governor's Advisory Council (GAC)
The Governor’s Advisory Council on Library Development Executive Committee is seeking to build a list of dedicated people from which to recommend appointment to the council. Please submit this short form to indicate your interest in service to this group at:...
by Heather Sharpe | Mar 18, 2024 | BLD News, BLD Updates, Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) News
Good morning, colleagues. I am pleased to share the news that Kristin LaVanish and Brianna Crum have been hired as the Accessible Adult Service Advisor and Operations and Relationships Advisor, respectively. Kris will focus on adult, special needs and underserved...
by Julie Moore | Mar 8, 2024 | Office of Commonwealth Libraries, Professional Development
There are just a few spots left to participate in Reframing Library Organizations: Implementing Strategic Foresight Tools to Create Future Ready Library Operating Systems and the registration deadline has been extended to March 12, 2024. Don’t miss your chance...