LITT: Early Learning
Libraries are providing high-quality programming, resource kits, and interactive spaces that support early learning and parent/caregiver engagement, and we are often asked for suggestions about the kinds of materials and […]
Libraries are providing high-quality programming, resource kits, and interactive spaces that support early learning and parent/caregiver engagement, and we are often asked for suggestions about the kinds of materials and […]
We’ve all heard the terms Latino and Latina, and by now you must have heard Latinx, but how about Latine? I would like to invite you all to our next […]
Over the past year, dozens of public and school libraries benefitted from the first round of ESSER Summer and Out-of-School grants. Join us for an info session to learn about […]
LITT Chat: “On the Move” (aka Book/Mobile Library Services) Friday, August 25, from 1:00 – 2:00 MDT LITT: "On the Move" is a space for library staff who work with […]
Erica Compton will be joining us from the newly formed, Idaho EcosySTEM (no-longer under the Idaho STEM Action Center) to help library makerspace staff better understand how the Idaho EcosySTEM […]
Are you looking for a turn-key afterschool program for kids and teens? Do you want to provide STEM programming for your community? Are you curious about computer science or coding, […]
The Connecting Idaho Students Project will provide tablets to public school districts and charter schools throughout Idaho to expand access to e-books and digital resources in the classroom. Participating school […]
Would you like to connect with other library staff who are supporting adult services programming? Excellent! Join this virtual chat for members of the Idaho library adult services community. We […]
LITT: Neurodiverse is a space for library workers in Idaho who identify as neurodiverse to come together and discuss their shared experiences and support one another. Neurodiversity is a viewpoint […]
Join us for a demonstration of EBSCOhost’s enhanced user experience. We will cover improvements in accessibility, full-text viewing, sharing and citation tools, and the new "My Dashboard." Bring your questions, […]
We will have a special guest joining us for the September meeting with expertise on IT. Come ready to ask your IT-related telehealth questions! When: 1st Thursday of each month […]
The Idaho Teen Reading Challenge is a tool that libraries can use to connect with teens and introduce them to new books. Learn about this year’s Challenge categories and a […]
Intentional design is necessary to make the online world accessible for those with visual, auditory, motor, or cognitive disabilities. Designing with accessibility in mind will also result in more effective […]
Ever wonder about the accessibility features in online databases? Join this informal discussion to talk about existing accessibility features as well as features you'd like to see. We will discuss […]
Public libraries: “How do I get teens to come to my library.” School libraries: “How can I make sure students have access to library services afterschool or during summer?” The […]
Join us for a tour of Explora, EBSCO’s engaging interface designed to support student research and classroom instruction with rich, reliable content and easy-to-use functionality. We will discover journals, magazines, […]
Have you been hearing about Digital Inclusion and want to know more? Maybe you’re looking for tips and tricks on digital skills, devices, tech support, or good content to share. […]
A regular meeting of the Idaho Board of Library Commissioners will be held on Friday, September 29, 2023, at 10 a.m. PDT / 11 a.m. MDT.
When: 1st Thursday of each month at 2pm MT/ 1pm PT Where: Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83383712444?pwd=RjZOYmZ1SlYvM0x0VGtrb0RpdUs5UT09 (See below for link to download a reoccurring Outlook calendar appointment) What: This is an optional standing […]
Join us for an overview of your World Book Online resources. With read-aloud functions, translation into over 100 languages, different reading levels, and educational games there are tools to help […]
ICfL’s Deputy State Librarian Dylan Baker took a global experience course trip to Serbia in May 2023 as part of his Master of Library Science program. During this 10-day international […]
Core Collections helps you build and maintain your collection with confidence. Join us for this 1-hour overview of key features and learn search strategies you can use to help you […]
LITT Chat: “On the Move” (aka Book/Mobile Library Services) Friday, October 20, from 1:00 – 2:00 MDT LITT: "On the Move" is a space for library staff who work with […]
What are your "Go To" resources for storytimes and/or other early learning programs? Join us to share your favorite music, storytime and flannelboard sites, arts and crafts, and parent/caregiver resources. […]
Throughout the fall/winter of 2023-2024, the ICfL in partnership with Library Strategies, will be offering a series of webinars focused on the various aspects of library facility improvements and capital […]
Are you working at an academic library in Idaho? Would you like to connect with others in similar roles around the state? If you answered YES to these two questions […]
Libraries who are interested in creating a private, digitally enabled space within their building for telehealth, study, and other uses are encouraged to apply for the Upgrade Your Space program. […]
Libraries who are interested in creating a private, digitally enabled space within their building for telehealth, study, and other uses are encouraged to apply for the Upgrade Your Space program. […]
Are you ready to start thinking about summer 2024? Join colleagues from around the state to share ideas and learn about resources for next year’s summer programs. During this 2-hour […]
Working with partners can help your library spread its message to more people in your community. Partnerships can be a great way to amplify your library’s marketing. But what happens […]
Learn how to get the most from your EBSCO resources. We will use the EBSCOhost interface to explore popular EBSCO databases, including Academic Search Complete, Business Source Premier, and MasterFILE […]
The Telehealth Roundtable will not take place in November. Please check back with us again in December! When: 1st Thursday of each month at 2pm MT/ 1pm PT Where: Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83383712444?pwd=RjZOYmZ1SlYvM0x0VGtrb0RpdUs5UT09 […]
Coding, also sometimes known as computer programming, is how humans communicate with computers. With coding, people can build their own programs, websites, games, and apps, or modify existing ones. Libraries […]
Can you buy this book for the library? It’s a question that library staff of all type get. Does your library accept patron requests? How do you handle them? What […]
Throughout the fall/winter of 2023-2024, the ICfL in partnership with Library Strategies, will be offering a series of webinars focused on the various aspects of library facility improvements and capital […]
The ICfL will be hosting a virtual statewide coalition to discuss the Digital Access for All Idahoans plan and give updates on the planning process. We want to hear from you […]
Would you like to connect with other library staff who are supporting adult services programming? Excellent! Join this virtual chat for members of the Idaho library adult services community. This […]
This webinar will provide an overview of the "hire to retire" lifecycle of employees and the employer's responsibility at each stage. Our presenter, Tammy Middleton from ICRMP, will cover the […]
Join us to review the new Consumer Health Complete, the most comprehensive database for consumer-oriented health and wellness content. We will browse the improved interface, review new and updated content, […]
Libraries have always been known for their amazing and interactive Storytime's, so imagine if we could make them even better! I would like to invite you all to our next […]
Do you want to chat with other library staff offering makerspace programming? Perfect! Join this quarterly chat for folks working in all types of libraries in Idaho. This virtual conversation […]
Over 80 libraries in Idaho have registered to participate in this year’s Idaho Teen Reading Challenge. If you are looking for a way to increase engagement in the challenge, join […]
Join us to review ConsumerReports.org, where patrons can access trusted information and expert reviews and compare price, performance, and reliability for thousands of popular consumer goods from one of the […]
Throughout the fall/winter of 2023-2024, the ICfL in partnership with Library Strategies, will be offering a series of webinars focused on the various aspects of library facility improvements and capital […]
A regular meeting of the Idaho Board of Library Commissioners will be held on Thursday, December 7, 2023, at 10 a.m. MST.
When: 1st Thursday of each month at 2pm MT/ 1pm PT Where: Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83383712444?pwd=RjZOYmZ1SlYvM0x0VGtrb0RpdUs5UT09 (See below for link to download a reoccurring Outlook calendar appointment) What: This is an optional standing […]
Join us for a review of early learning programs, storytimes, spaces, and services from 2023. What worked well? What flopped? What could be tweaked for improvements in 2024? What are […]
How do you gather statistics for your digital resources? What parameters do you use to justify renewing an electronic subscription? Chat with and learn from library folks around the state […]
Join us to review advanced search features of EBSCOhost including Publication Finder, subject term and thesauri search, and employing search modes, expanders, and limiters. Time: 11 am PT / 12 […]
A finale is a particularly dramatic or exciting ending. Let's send 2023 out in style with our annual virtual end-of-the-year celebration. It has been another long year in library land, […]
Throughout the fall/winter of 2023-2024, the ICfL in partnership with Library Strategies, will be offering a series of webinars focused on the various aspects of library facility improvements and capital […]
Special Guest for January: Abby Losinski, Director of Outpatient Telehealth with St. Luke's On Demand Virtual Care program. Visit their website for more information about the program: https://www.stlukesonline.org/health-services/service-groups/on-demand-virtual-care When: 1st […]
Bet you don’t know all that LearningExpress Library has to offer! Join us to learn about new content and the lesser-known gems available to your patrons. Time: 11 am PT […]
Have you been hearing about Digital Inclusion and want to know more? Maybe you’re looking for tips and tricks on digital skills, devices, tech support, or good content to share. […]
With role-play scenarios and practice dialogues, this webinar will be a fun, engaging, and dynamic presentation on addressing workplace harassment. Both internal and third-party harassment in the workplace will be […]
Tune in and explore the entire LiLI.org site. Learn to find recorded webinars and additional training, find your favorite databases, and order promotional materials. Time: 11 am PT / 12 […]
As public entities, most libraries may not advocate for political issues. Libraries also have a mission to provide accurate information for voters. Difficulties arise when a library is seeking increased […]
It’s been a while since we had a LITT chat on mobile library services (as we skipped the December meeting due to holiday activity). Now we’re back and ready to […]
Throughout the fall/winter of 2023-2024, the ICfL in partnership with Library Strategies, will be offering a series of webinars focused on the various aspects of library facility improvements and capital [...]
When: 1st Thursday of each month at 2pm MT/ 1pm PT Where: Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83383712444?pwd=RjZOYmZ1SlYvM0x0VGtrb0RpdUs5UT09 (See below for link to download a reoccurring Outlook calendar appointment) What: This is an optional standing […]
Join our training session on Gale eBooks, available through LiLI.org, and delve into the collection of digital books on topics. Learn more about alignment of eBooks to programming and curriculum, [...]
A regular meeting of the Idaho Board of Library Commissioners will be held on Friday, February 9, 2024, at 10 a.m. MST / 9 a.m. PST. The commissioners will meet […]
Spring is around the corner, so let’s talk about weeding! Weeding your library’s collection can make it more useful and easier to access. It can also be a huge headache. […]
The cost-share structure we introduced last year will be officially implemented beginning July 1, 2024. If you have questions about ShareIdaho/OCLC Services and/or the new cost-share structure, this is your […]
A new year calls for new events, so why not get prepared by joining our first LITT: Latine of the year! I would like to invite you all to our […]
Learn how to get the most from your EBSCO resources. We will use the EBSCOhost interface to discover articles in thousands of popular publications available with your EBSCO subscription including Consumer […]
Would you like to connect with other library staff who are supporting adult services programming? Excellent! Join this virtual chat for members of the Idaho library adult services community. This […]
Do you want to chat with other library staff offering makerspace programming? Perfect! Join this quarterly chat for folks working in all types of libraries in Idaho. This virtual conversation […]
Join us for a discussion about library programs and services for families with babies and toddlers, including story times, stay-and-play, "new moms" groups, "Ask the Experts" groups, Community Baby Showers, […]
Join us for a special On the Move LITT Chat all about serving incarcerated (and recently decarcerated) patrons through mobile library services and outreach. We will hear from Molly Nota, […]