Governors Advisory Council
Tentative Plan for a Governor's Advisory Council (GAC) on Library Development Business Meeting. This meeting is likely to be virtual. Registration information will appear here and on a post when available
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News for Pennsyslvania Libraries
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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 improve how we communicate and decrease frustration while boosting cooperation. As a result of this program, attendees will: Identify 1 thing you can start and […]
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 warning flags that a situation is high risk -Two tools you can use in low-risk situations Register here for Mental Illness Short Course: High Risk […]
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 the year that we are leaving behind, and to connect with the yearnings that we would like to see in the year ahead. Join us […]
Holiday Closing
OCL is closed.
Holiday Early Closing
Office of Commonwealth Libraries will close early (around 12:00p.m.) for the holiday. Thank you and happy new year.
Holiday Closing
OCL is closed.
Holiday Closing: New Year’s Day
OCL is closed.
Holiday Closing: MLK Day
OCL is closed for Martin Luther King Day.
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 training session to assist new library directors/staff. A recording of this training will be available on the PA Library Staff Academy through Niche Academy. Veteran library directors are more […]
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 found within the 2024 annual report. A recording of this training will be available on the PA Library Staff Academy through Niche Academy. Veteran library director training date/time: Tuesday, January […]
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 variety of books will be featured, including quality read-alouds, distinguished illustrations, and stories ranging in tone, theme, and style. Don’t miss this hour-long event to […]