The Thanks Giving Challenge
WebinarThe Thanksgiving Holiday is about reflecting on our blessings and acknowledging our gratitude for the people and things in our lives that bring us feelings of joy and peace. It […]
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Interdepartmental and Intergenerational English Learning Programming
WebinarEven within the same library system, our understanding of our patrons’ needs varies immensely. As different as library departments may seem, combining our insights enriches our understanding of the community […]
Who’s On First: Cleaning Up Communication
WebinarCommunication is essential to running a productive and effective workplace. We all have different communication styles and may unwittingly create confusion or discord. This program explores numerous ways we can […]
Mental Illness Short Course: High Risk and Low Risk Situations
WebinarWe're pleased to offer a half-hour training through Homeless Training Academy by Ryan Dowd on December 12th. It will cover: -What the research says about mental illness and violence -Three […]
How to Be More Mindful in 2025
WebinarWith the approach of winter solstice, we find ourselves on the threshold of a new transition. This can be a wonderful time to start winding down, to reflect and celebrate […]
LibGuides and LibAnswers Feedback
Open time for feedback on all BLD LibGuides and LibAnswers. Feedback form for LibGuides can be found here. All LibAnswers questionnaires are sent via email once a LibAnswers ticket has […]
District Library Center Waiver Application Open
The District Library Center Waiver Application is open for submissions in LibPAS. Only District Library Centers need to submit the report. The report is due on Friday, March 14, 2025. […]
Annual Report Training – New Library Directors
Virtual Event
It is important that library directors/staff completing the annual report for the first time attend a live training session with the Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL). We have scheduled one […]
Annual Report Training – Veteran Library Directors
WebinarWe are hosting an abbreviated training session for library directors who previously went through the training. This session will highlight the new user guide and will review the major changes […]
2025-2026 District Negotiated Agreements
This is the time frame to create, share, and host each district's District Negotiated Agreements. Please submit any questions via LibAnswers.
Best Picture Books Published in 2024
WebinarAre you looking for new picture books to share in your classroom, curriculum, or collection? This presentation will showcase the "best of the best" from the 2024 publishing crop. A […]
Empowering teens: Enhancing information literacy through games and interactive programming
WebinarLearn fun ways to help teens boost information literacy, featuring escape room games and social media tools, developed with public libraries. You can help your teen patrons to become better […]