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SUMMARY:Essentials of Library Science: A Crash Course for Library Staff with Regina Burgess
DESCRIPTION:This self-paced course explores libraries as dynamic community centers and covers key areas\, including intellectual freedom and access to information; understanding different library types and staff roles; using classification systems such as the Dewey Decimal and Library of Congress; how technology reshapes library functions; and strategies for effective collection management and community programs. This course is perfect for enhancing your skills and understanding of modern librarianship. \n\n\n\nYou will need a Niche Academy account to access this course; if you don’t have a Niche Academy account\, you can create one at my.nicheacademy.com/plan-staff. Due to licensing agreements\, this course is available to PLAN-member library staff only. If your library is not a member of PLAN\, please contact your multitype library cooperative for access to self-paced courses.
URL:https://planfl.org/event/essentials-of-library-science-a-crash-course-for-library-staff-with-regina-burgess/2025-03-01/
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Hub: Artificial Intelligence
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly AI discussions—whether you’re an AI novice or a daily user\, everyone is welcome! \n\n\n\nWe meet on the first Wednesday of each month. Register once and attend any or all of the sessions. \n\n\n\nThese informal discussions start with a brief demo of an AI tool\, followed by an open conversation where you can share your experiences\, learn about AI in libraries\, and catch up on the latest AI news. \n\n\n\nNo prior AI experience is required\, and all Florida library staff are welcome to attend.
URL:https://planfl.org/event/plan-interest-group-artificial-intelligence/2025-03-05/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Hub
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SUMMARY:Knowledge Hub: Microsoft 365
DESCRIPTION:Are you a library staff member who wants to stay ahead of the curve with the latest features and integrations of Microsoft 365? Then this is the group for you! \n\n\n\n\nStay Updated: Get the latest news on Microsoft 365 updates and features.\n\n\n\nCollaborate: Share your experiences and learn from fellow library professionals.\n\n\n\nInnovate: Discover new ways to integrate Microsoft 365 into your library’s workflow.\n\n\n\nSupport: Find solutions to common challenges.\n\n\n\n\nWhen? The first Thursday* of each month at 10 AM CT (11 AM ET). Register once and attend any or all of the sessions.
URL:https://planfl.org/event/plan-interest-group-microsoft-365/2025-03-06/
CATEGORIES:Knowledge Hub
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SUMMARY:Handling Problem Interactions with Law Enforcement: A Conversation with Sheriff Ron Hain & Ryan Dowd
DESCRIPTION:Topics covered: \n\n\n\n\nPractical advice on how to handle challenging interactions with law enforcement.\n\n\n\nHow to handle an individual officer who behaves unprofessionally.\n\n\n\nTips on building a relationship with your police department.\n\n\n\n\nRon Hain has served in law enforcement for more than 28 years and has served as the Sheriff of Kane County\, Illinois since 2018. Ron has worked in varying capacities\, including narcotics officer\, canine handler\, SWAT Team Leader\, and Sheriff’s Office Criminal Interdiction Team. Since becoming Sheriff\, Ron has implemented a myriad of jail reform programs that have reduced recidivism (habitual relapse into crime) from 45% to 18% and reduced the opioid overdose deaths of the formerly incarcerated by 89%. \n\n\n\nDownload Flyer \n\n\n\nPlease note that our license limits this training to PLAN-member library staff and volunteers.
URL:https://planfl.org/event/handling-problem-interactions-with-law-enforcement-a-conversation-with-sheriff-ron-hain-ryan-dowd/
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SUMMARY:Workshop: The Efficient Librarian with Doug Crane
DESCRIPTION:Join Doug Crane at the LeRoy Collins Leon County Public Library for his workshop The Efficient Librarian on March 25th at 1:30 PM ET. \n\n\n\nThe world of work seems to be moving faster and faster every day. Is it possible to keep up with the rapid pace and still be stress free? Yes\, it is! This workshop will present productive strategies for workplace success based in part on an internationally recognized productivity system.  \n\n\n\nLearn powerful methods for managing commitments\, information\, and communication that are the gold standard for personal and organizational efficiency. Discover concrete solutions for transforming uncertainty into an integrated system of stress-free productivity.  \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn:The three sources of knowledge work stress.How to get things out of your head and into a trusted system.How to organize their actions in an easy four folder format.The ways to recognize their priorities both in the short and long terms. \n\n\n\nDoug Crane began his career with the Palm Beach County Library System as a children’s librarian in 1998. He was appointed Library Director in 2014 and has spoken at national conferences on topics such as office productivity and leadership for over a decade. Doug is the author of the articles\, “May I Ask You a Question? Lessons Learned from Interviewing Public Library Leaders\,” “Efficient Librarianship – A New Path for the Profession\,” and “Go For It! Advice From Library Directors.” For his public speaking skills\, he recently received the Distinguished Toastmaster designation from Toastmasters International. Doug shares his musings at www.efficientlibrarian.com. In his spare time\, he admires his collection of Doctor Who sonic screwdrivers\, and relaxes at home with his wife\, daughter\, dog\, and cat. \n\n\n\nRegistration deadline: March 24 @ noon
URL:https://planfl.org/event/workshop-the-efficient-librarian-with-doug-crane/
LOCATION:LeRoy Collins Leon County Public Library\, 200 W Park Ave\, Tallahassee\, FL\, 32301\, United States
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