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Forwarding on a list of CE events for February (50!).   Some of these are
more focused on public/academic markets, but there are still many which may
be of interest.

February 2012 CE Events

PROGRAM ABSTRACTS & LOGIN INFORMATION:
*1.      February 1 (9-10 am)
NCompass Live: SOPA and PIPA: What Libraries Need to Know  (Nebraska
Library Commission)
*Have you heard of SOPA? How about PIPA? SOPA is the Stop Online Piracy Act
and PIPA is the Protect IP Act. Both were bills attempting to fight
copyright infringement and online piracy, and both have been postponed. But
that doesn’t mean they’re gone for good. Brandon Butler, from the Library
Copyright Alliance and Director of Public Policy Initiatives, Association
of Research Libraries, will tell us what SOPA and PIPA are, how they came
about, what's next now that they’ve both been shelved, and how all of this
affects libraries.
For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/scripts/calendar/eventlist.asp?Mode=ALL<
http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/scripts/calendar/eventlist.asp?Mode=ALL>

*2.      February 1 (10-11 am)
Fast Track to Employee Development: Understanding What Makes Them Tick
(American Management Association)
*Do you wish someone would hand you a customized personality and skill
level road map to assist you in developing each member of your team? On
their own, the Meyers Briggs Type Indicator and Blanchard’s Situational
Leadership® II are among the world’s most widely used organizational tools
for management and employee development. When leveraged together, they can
provide unparalleled insight and information that can enable you to tailor
an employee learning and development plan that speaks to the heart of the
individual. In this program, you’ll discover how understanding the
personality type and temperament of an individual can provide an invaluable
window into that person’s preferred communication and working styles.
For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.amanet.org/news/events-calendar.aspx<
http://www.amanet.org/news/events-calendar.aspx>

*3.      February 1 (12-1 pm)
Project Management Case Studies: Who Forgot to Measure the Bookcases?
(Colorado State Library)
*What practical examples of good project management principles can you
apply at your library? Here are stories drawn from real-life situations,
including projects that were years late, silly mistakes smart people make,
and why If the Plan is in Your Head, There is No Plan! Topics include
course corrections, deciding what to stop doing, the consequences of
failure, and why time is of the essence.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdelib/ProjectManagement/index.htm<
http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdelib/ProjectManagement/index.htm>

*4.       February 2 (11-12 pm)
All you ever wanted to know about e-mail - Gmail! (Montana State Library)
*Library patrons often have questions about emails.  This webinar will show
you everything you can do and how to do it in Google's Gmail.  Learn how to
create a contact list, send emails with attachments, create storage
folders, and how to change your mail settings.
For more information and to register for this program, visit:
https://app.mt.gov/cal/html/event?eventCollectionCode=msl<
https://app.mt.gov/cal/html/event?eventCollectionCode=msl>


*5.      February 2 (12-1 pm)
Building Bridges #4: Your Library’s Future (WebJunction/OCLC)
*Join OCLC, host Chrystie Hill, WebJunction's Director of Community
Services, and guest speakers for a series of four free webinars designed to
inspire and engage public libraries on topics of vital interest. Each
program in the series will offer practical advice on issues that are
top-of-mind in public libraries. In this one-hour online OCLC session, the
fourth in the series, Martin Gomez, City Librarian at Los Angeles Public
Library, will answer your questions and give practical advice about the
continued success of public libraries in our changing environment.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.webjunction.org/events/webinars <
http://www.webjunction.org/events/webinars>

*6.      February 2 (1-2 pm)
Children’s Literature Update 2012 (Infopeople)
*Discover the new books that you can recommend to children who use your
library! Hear about books published in 2011, and upcoming Spring 2012
titles, that will be popular with children ages 0-12. Hear about books that
will appeal to the “reluctant reader,” boys who may have drifted away from
reading, and books that will have popularity with a wide audience of
children. At the end of this one-hour webinar, participants will: Be able
to identify “read-alikes” – other books you can recommend to children after
you find out their favorite book. This webinar will be of interest to any
library staff or volunteer who serves children ages 0-12, in either public
or school libraries.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://infopeople.org/training/view/webinar <
http://infopeople.org/training/view/webinar>

*7.      February 3 (9-10 am)
Tech Tools with Tine: Dropbox (Texas State Library & Archives)
*Please join us for a special series with technology trainer, Christine
Walczyk, all about popular online tools. The series is meant to be short on
talk about library context and higher concepts. It's really all about the
tools themselves! Our aim is to demonstrate how to use one tool in each
webinar in under 60 minutes with time for Q&A built in.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/index.html<
https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/index.html>

*8.      February 7 (10-11 am)
First Tuesdays: Census (Washington State Library)
*Linda Clark, a data specialist with the U.S Census, will be discussing
what is new and different about the materials contained in the latest
releases from the 2010 Census. Attend this First Tuesday online free
presentation to learn tips and tricks as to how to access the important
information contained in the Census.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.sos.wa.gov/library/libraries/training/trainingCalendar.aspx?audience=state
 <
http://www.sos.wa.gov/library/libraries/training/trainingCalendar.aspx?audience=state
>

*9.      February 7 (12-1 pm)
Rockin’ the Virtual Classroom (InSync Training)
*Virtual classroom technology (ILinc, Adobe Connect, WebEx, Elluminate,
etc.) provides a wonderful live, real-time bridge between the traditional
classroom and the learner. But it isn't "just like" the traditional
classroom, and in the wrong hands can be deadly dull. In this session we'll
learn to read virtual "body language" , look at ways to increase
interactivity and engagement, utilize games and activities, and create
visuals that support learning.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.insynctraining.com/complimentary-programs.htm<
http://www.insynctraining.com/complimentary-programs.htm>

*10.  February 7 (12-1 pm)
What's New in YA: 2012 (Booklist)
*Get a preview of what 2012 holds in store for teen readers during this
free, hour-long webinar. Representatives from Egmont USA, Macmillan
Children’s Publishing Group, Sourcebooks, and Disney Book Group will share
their leading titles for spring and beyond. Booklist Books for Youth
Associate Editor Ann Kelley moderates.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.booklistonline.com/GeneralInfo.aspx?id=63<
http://www.booklistonline.com/GeneralInfo.aspx?id=63>


*11.  February 7 (1-2 pm)
Preparing a Portfolio for the LSSC Program (American Library Association)
*Many LSSC candidates want to prepare portfolios to meet LSSC requirements.
LSSC will offer an hour-long webinar explaining what the LSSC Program
requires in a portfolio. The presentation will also give you the chance to
see examples of successful submissions and learn how your portfolio will be
evaluated. This webinar is open to all interested candidates.
 For more information and to register for the program, visit:
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/178078617<
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/178078617>

*12.  February 7 (1-2 pm)
Storing and Managing Digital Collections (Infopeople)
*The uncertainties that go hand in hand with new technologies in digital
preservation can make “once and for all” preservation approaches
impractical. This third in a series of four webinars will present basic
concepts and approaches to dealing with crucial digital preservation issues
today and make decisions that will position you for success in the future.
Topics include storing digital objects, choosing and understanding risks in
file formats, planning for migration and emulation, and the roles of
metadata in digital preservation. This webinar will be of interest to
library staff and archivists who are involved in developing digital
projects. No special technical background required.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://infopeople.org/training/view/webinar <
http://infopeople.org/training/view/webinar>


*13.  February 8 (9-10 am)
NCompass Live: Learning4Life: AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner
 (Nebraska Library Commission)
*Learn how to use Web 2.0 tools and other technologies to differentiate
instruction while addressing the American Association of School Librarians
(AASL) Learning4Life standards of collaboration, critical thinking and
problem solving. Open source applications such as Xtranormal, Juxio, Prezi,
and Make Beliefs Comix will be demonstrated. Samples of student projects
using these technologies will also be presented along with ways to
integrate into the curriculum. Presenters: Judy Henning, Kearney Public
Schools; Dr. Sherry Crow, UNK; Deb Levitov.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/scripts/calendar/eventlist.asp?Mode=ALL<
http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/scripts/calendar/eventlist.asp?Mode=ALL>

*14.  February 8 (11-12:30 pm)
Embracing the Cloud: Real Life Examples of Library Cloud Implementation
(NISO)
*Cloud computing, a concept that has leapt onto the scene in the last few
years, is available to libraries in the form of hosted systems for an ILS
 or for e-resource access. These systems take advantage of cheaper
computing power, increased availability of services such as Amazon Web
services, and new development strategies from library vendors. What does
moving library information to a networked environment do to improve the
overall management of the system? How can libraries leverage cloud-hosted
and managed collections? Are there tradeoffs in terms of local control?
Learn the answers to these and related issues at this webinar where
speakers will discuss actual cloud implementations in library environments.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.niso.org/news/events <http://www.niso.org/news/events>

*15.  February 8 (1-2 pm)
Spotlight! on National Library of Medicine Resources (NLM)
*This Spotlight! session will focus on National Library of Medicine Mobile
Resources, and will be presented by John Bramble, Technology Coordinator.
It will include such resources as MedlinePlus, and much more! Taking the
one-hour class and completing the exercises and class evaluation makes you
eligible to receive 1 Medical Library Association Continuing Education
credit. This online training is FREE. Register online at
http://tinyurl.com/mcrclasses<http://tinyurl.com/mcrclasses> (registration
is not required but is appreciated).
 URL: https://webmeeting.nih.gov/mcr <https://webmeeting.nih.gov/mcr>Equipment:
connection to the Internet and a phone, Login: as a guest with your first
and last name. Instructions to connect to the audio will show up once
you’ve logged in. Captioning will be provided. Questions to Jim Honour,
jhonour@... <
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CONTED/post?postID=n_XuVZp0ScJRcIy_HMfUolWJFYzqZhyJRPxp2pRrYdjmkrDYzxSY8lfE30x7Kb1Zf1FkMvnzuM0J
> or 307-766-6537
*16.  February 8 (1-2 pm)
Youth Media Activities in Your Community: Teaching Digital Natives
(Infopeople)
*Engaging today’s youth through technology is critical to reach a
generation that has had access to advanced technology throughout their
entire educational and personal lives. Reaching this “tech generation” may
seem overwhelming as the proliferation of technology advances and the
ever-changing trends make it difficult to determine what efforts will be
effective. This webinar will focus on what you can do to educate and engage
youth using technology. By the end of this webinar attendees will have the
basic knowledge to incorporate technology into your programs engage and
educate youth.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://infopeople.org/training/view/webinar <
http://infopeople.org/training/view/webinar>

*17.  February 9 (11-12 pm)
Grantseeking Basics (Grantspace)
*Are you a representative of a nonprofit organization? Are you new to
fundraising? Do you want to learn how the funding research process works,
and what tools and resources are available? Learn how to become a better
grantseeker! In this class we will cover: what you need to have in place
before you seek a grant; the world of grantmakers; the grantseeking
process; and available tools and resources.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://grantspace.org/Classroom/Training-Calendar/Live-Webinars/(month)/2/(year)/2012
 <
http://grantspace.org/Classroom/Training-Calendar/Live-Webinars/(month)/2/(year)/2012
>

*18.  February 9 (12-1 pm)
Cloud Computing 101 (WebJunction)
*"Cloud computing" seems to be all the rage, but what actually is it? This
overview presentation will explain what cloud computing offers libraries,
how libraries are using these services, and what you should consider when
thinking about using a cloud service in your library. A distinction between
services for end-users and services for organizations will be made,
explained, and illustrated, as well as the terms used to describe cloud
services. Learn how quick and easy it now is to deploy applications “in the
cloud” using tools such as Google Docs, Google App Engine, and Amazon’s Web
Services, among others. Resources for further exploration will be included.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.webjunction.org/events/webinars <
http://www.webjunction.org/events/webinars>

*19.  February 9 (12-1 pm)
Playing by the Rules: Creating an Effective Volunteer Handbook
(VolunteerMatch)
*When was the last time you reviewed your Volunteer Handbook or Policies
and Procedures Manual? It's probably been too long. Learn how to create a
living document that can help both paid and volunteer staff be better
informed and know what is expected of them. A good Volunteer Handbook can
also help you better identify and deal with challenging volunteers. Whether
you're just starting to create a Handbook or if you're looking for best
practices on information to include, this webinar will evaluate the
Handbook you have and help you create a stronger framework for your
volunteer engagement program.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.volunteermatch.org/nonprofits/learningcenter/<
http://www.volunteermatch.org/nonprofits/learningcenter/>

*20.  February 9 (1-2 pm)
App Development: The Why & How (Texas State Library & Archives)
*Join Corinne Hill as she discuss why Dallas Public Library pursued a
library app and how it was designed and implemented.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/index.html<
https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/index.html>

*21.  February 9 (1-2 pm)
Building a Successful Online Learning Community for Librarians: A
Conversation with Steve Hargadon (The Blended Librarian)
*A review of his website reveals that Hargadon manages or participates in
multiple online communities and produces several online interview series
that feature leading educators and technologists. In this webcast we’ll
learn more from Hargadon about managing successful online communities, and
how to get one’s colleagues engaged in sharing ideas and information in
virtual environments. Hargadon will reflect on the Library 2.011
Conference, and share what’s next. We’ll also be hearing Hargadon share his
thoughts about the future of higher education, technology for teaching and
learning, and libraries in an increasingly digital world.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.blendedlibrarian.org/events.html <
http://www.blendedlibrarian.org/events.html>

*22.  February 9 (1-2 pm)
SLJ Nonfiction Spring Book Buzz (School Library Journal)
*The world around us is constantly changing and evolving; the same should
be said of your nonfiction collection! The Egypt of one year ago no longer
exists, new social networking tools have been created that complicate teen
relationships more than ever, and movements like Occupy Wall Street have
redefined activism. It is important for your students and young patrons to
have the resources they need to research and understand the society in
which they live as well as communities beyond their borders.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/csp/cms/sites/SLJ/Technology/WebCasts/index.csp
 <
http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/csp/cms/sites/SLJ/Technology/WebCasts/index.csp
>

*23.  February 10 (9-10 am)
Tech Tools with Tine: Shelfari and Goodreads (Texas State Library &
Archives)
*Please join us for a special series with technology trainer, Christine
Walczyk, all about popular online tools. The series is meant to be short on
talk about library context and higher concepts. It's really all about the
tools themselves! Our aim is to demonstrate how to use one tool in each
webinar in under 60 minutes with time for Q&A built in.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/index.html<
https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/index.html>

*24.  February 10 (10-11 am)
Nuggets of Knowledge from the NLM (University of Wyoming)
*This is the second segment of a three part webinar series. Jim Honour,
Wyoming Coordinator for the National Network of Libraries of Medicine
(NN/LM) will present the “workhorse” NLM consumer health resources. He will
demonstrate how to harvest information on safety of household products,
drugs, genetics, health tutorials and other topics. Interactive exercises
and polls are incorporated in the session.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
https://webmeeting.nih.gov/jimwyo <https://webmeeting.nih.gov/jimwyo>

*25.  February 14 (12-1 pm)
SLJ Teen Spring Book Buzz (School Library Journal)
*It's time to start your spring cleaning, and nothing can few freshen up
your shelves better than the new season's crop of great teen reads! This
webcast will feature title presentations Beyond Words Publishing, Little,
Brown Books for Young Readers, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Children's Book
Group, and Harlequin Teen. A few highlights-the crazy-fun graphic novel
Teen Boat! from dynamic duo Dave Roman and John Green; meeting Ricki Jo,
who sheds her rural simple persona to become Ericka at her new high school
in The Queen of Kentucky; for young entrepreneurs, Better Than a Lemonade
Stand! Small Business Ideas for Kids; and the vampire lovers will enjoy the
apocalyptic The Immortal Rules.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/csp/cms/sites/SLJ/Technology/WebCasts/index.csp
 <
http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/csp/cms/sites/SLJ/Technology/WebCasts/index.csp
>

*26.  February 14 (1-2 pm)
Top Tech Trends in Materials Handling (Infopeople)
*Does your heart sink every time you walk into the back room and see rows
of full book carts waiting to get checked in or shelved? Are you under the
mistaken assumption that you need RFID to use automated materials handling
systems? There are affordable technologies on the market today that can
reduce the number of library staff that need to be involved in basic
materials handling functions. From self-check in and self-check out
machines to vending machines and sorters, there’s a solution out there for
libraries of every size and for every budget.  At the end of this one-hour
webinar, participants will: Learn about five new low cost solutions for
supporting materials handling functions and be able to identify at least
ten vendors that provide automated materials handling products.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://infopeople.org/training/view/webinar <
http://infopeople.org/training/view/webinar>

*27.  February 15 (9-10 am)
NCompass Live: Turning Your Library Around (Nebraska Library Commission)
*When we started at the South Sioux City Public Library two years ago the
library was having difficult times. Circulation and attendance numbers were
down. The public’s opinion of the library was not positive. In two years’
time period we have seen an increase of circulation from 21000 items to
over 40000 items. We have seen attendance numbers for youth climb from 2000
to 6000 and adult attendance has gone from 800 participants to over 3000
participants. This presentation will tell what we did to turn the program
around. Presenters: David Mixdorf, Dan Nieman, Odessa Meyer, South Sioux
City Public Library.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/scripts/calendar/eventlist.asp?Mode=ALL<
http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/scripts/calendar/eventlist.asp?Mode=ALL>


*28.  February 15 (10-11 am)
Breezing Along with the RML (NLM)
*Marty Magee, Nebraska/Education Coordinator and Barb Jones,
Missouri/Advocacy Coordinator will present at this session. Barb will
provide insights on the work of clinical librarians at health sciences
libraries.
 To log in, visit https://webmeeting.nih.gov/mcr <
https://webmeeting.nih.gov/mcr> . Enter as a guest. Sign in with your first
and last names. Follow the instructions in the meeting room to have the
Adobe Acrobat Connect system call you on your telephone.
For more information contact Jim Honour jhonour@...<
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CONTED/post?postID=ZufXA6Yiq0nn668L05tuZzixa1fMXVzRwjJe5p5CpeLwh1QyRGw3hpuV7_T5sqMvBTaieD8M
> or call 307-766-6537.

*29.  February 15 (11-12 pm)
Meet the Power Patron: Insights from Patron Profiles (Library Journal)
*Hear from a team of experts and learn how you can use Library Journal’s
new Patron Profiles research and other unique tools to shape your library’s
future! This event is moderated by School Library Journal’s
Editor-in-Chief, Rebecca Miller.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://lj.libraryjournal.com/category/webcasts/ <
http://lj.libraryjournal.com/category/webcasts/>

*30.  February 15 (12-1 pm)
Proof of Concept: Applying Project Management Principles to Your Workplace
(Colorado State Library)
*In “Project Management Case Studies: Who Forgot to Measure the Bookcases?”
we will ask participants to take one of several principles of project
management and apply it to their situation, and then give us a short report
after one week. Those reports (which will remain anonymous) will be shared
via this final webinar. Here are the lessons of project management from
your peers: what worked, and what didn’t, in real situations.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdelib/ProjectManagement/index.htm<
http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdelib/ProjectManagement/index.htm>

*31.  February 16 (9-10 am)
Libraries as Content Collaborators & The Life of a Production Librarian
with Eli Neiburger (Texas State Library & Archives)
*Join Library Journal Mover and Shaker Eli Neiburger, Associate Director of
IT & Production at the Ann Arbor District Library, as he expands upon his
compelling argument that one way for libraries to remain relevant in this
current technological era is to become producers of and/or collaborators on
their own content. Eli will talk about AADL's approach to digital projects,
and how Production Librarians at AADL work with community partners to bring
new content to the web. He'll also cover the infrastructure and skills
necessary for libraries to move in this direction, and how to get started
without a budget.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/index.html<
https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/index.html>

*32.  February 16 (12-1 pm)
Building a LibraryAware Community: Making the Connection (Library Journal)
*Panelists from libraries from the US and Canada discuss how to build
stronger library connections to your community as well as giving advice on
making the shift to eBooks. This webcast is moderated by Nancy Dowd,
Project Lead LibraryAware, NoveList/EBSCO Publishing.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://lj.libraryjournal.com/category/webcasts/ <
http://lj.libraryjournal.com/category/webcasts/>

*33.  February 16 (1-2 pm)
Libraries, We Mean Business: Best Ideas from LJ’s Best Business Books of
the Year (Infopeople)
*As libraries are seeking ways to meet the needs of their communities in a
challenging economy, leaders can turn to best business models and practices
for ideas and inspiration. Presenters will review Library Journal’s 2010
Best Business Books of the year; select and discuss relevant techniques and
strategies from books pertaining to management, leadership, marketing and
organizational dynamics; and provide practical examples for applying these
practices in your own library. This webinar will be of interest to library
staff in any type of library who want to lead, implement change, and
increase visibility of their library services.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://infopeople.org/training/view/webinar <
http://infopeople.org/training/view/webinar>

*34.  February 20 (12-1 pm)
TrainerSmarts (InSync Training)
*As trainers, we naturally focus on learning, growing, & improving. Join
facilitator Jane Bozarth as we explore our own improvement with a twist:
identifying your strengths, not your weaknesses, and focusing on enhancing
your talents rather than overcoming your deficits. Take this concept away
with you for application that will result in great learning experiences for
participants while keeping you energized as well.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.insynctraining.com/complimentary-programs.htm<
http://www.insynctraining.com/complimentary-programs.htm>

*35.  February 21 (9-10 am)
The Accidental Library Marketer (Texas State Library & Archives)
*If you find yourself doing PR, promotion, or marketing as part of your
job, but you never formally learned how, then you’re an “accidental
marketer” -- and you're not alone! Hear the basic tenets you never had a
chance to learn as well as advanced tactics. Get the real reasons why many
patrons don’t attend programs and why the media doesn’t always cover your
events. Learn what “true marketing” is and why it can make your hard work
pay off more often. This webinar will be led by the author of the book, The
Accidental Library Marketer, author/trainer/consultant, Kathy Dempsey.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/index.html<
https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/index.html>

*36.  February 21 (10-11 am)
Your library at Webscale: How radical collaboration is redefining library
management services (Library Journal)
*During this session, Andrew Pace, Executive Director, Networked Library
Services, will provide an overview of OCLC’s vision for connecting the
world’s libraries to operate and innovate at Webscale. You’ll also hear
directly from library automation experts and members of the OCLC WorldShare
Management Services community about how the move to WorldShare has
eliminated traditional operating silos, allowing them to focus more
attention on the communities they serve.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://lj.libraryjournal.com/category/webcasts/ <
http://lj.libraryjournal.com/category/webcasts/>

*37.  February 21 (12-1 pm)
Books for Youth Alert: New Titles for 2012 (Booklist)
*Join us for a free, hour-long webinar featuring publishing representatives
who will fill you in on their leading titles for spring and beyond.
Sponsored by Holiday House, Penguin Young Readers Group, Houghton Mifflin
Harcourt, and Perseus/Running Press. Moderated by Booklist senior editor
Ilene Cooper.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.booklistonline.com/GeneralInfo.aspx?id=63<
http://www.booklistonline.com/GeneralInfo.aspx?id=63>

38.  *February 21 (12-1 pm)
Proposal Budgeting Basics (Grantspace)
*Learn to prepare and present a budget in a grant proposal.  This session,
geared to the novice grantseeker, will cover such topics as: What is
included under the "personnel" section and how to calculate it? What level
of detail do you need to include for non-personnel expenses? How do you
determine reasonable costs? What types of expenses are considered
"overhead"? What other financial documents will funders want to see?
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://grantspace.org/Classroom/Training-Calendar/Live-Webinars/(month)/2/(year)/2012
 <
http://grantspace.org/Classroom/Training-Calendar/Live-Webinars/(month)/2/(year)/2012
>

*39.  February 22 (9-10 am)
NCompass Live: Learning to Live Without a Statistical Abstract (Nebraska
Library Commission)
*In March 2011, the division of the U.S. Census Bureau responsible for data
compilations such as the Statistical Abstract of the United States revealed
that it would discontinue several popular publications. The decision was
largely driven by budgetary concerns, but it also reflected further
evolution toward new vectors for distributing data electronically. James
Shaw, Director of Collections, Criss Library - UNO, will provide an update
of the situation and offer practical advice concerning alternative
resources. He will also explore the policy implications of trading away
convenience and ease-of-use for enhanced data tools more suitable for
advanced researchers than the general public.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/scripts/calendar/eventlist.asp?Mode=ALL<
http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/scripts/calendar/eventlist.asp?Mode=ALL>

*40.  February 22 (10-11 am)
Leadership Presence: How to Build Personal Influence in Your Organization
(American Management Association)
*Presence is the corporate "it" factor.  It’s directly linked to your
ability to get noticed, forge trusting relationships, and get others on
board with your agenda. In increasingly distributed companies, managers are
often left alone to translate a vision and galvanize cross-functional
teams. The good news is that anyone can strengthen their presence in a way
that's authentic, natural, and influential whether they're an introvert,
extrovert, aspiring or seasoned leader. In this webcast, you'll discover
what skills are needed to inspire and motivate by focusing on the core
aspects of presence.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.amanet.org/news/events-calendar.aspx<
http://www.amanet.org/news/events-calendar.aspx>
*41.  February 22 (11-12:30 pm)
Taking Library Data From Here to There (NISO)
*Cloud computing, a concept that has leapt onto the scene in the last few
years, is available to libraries in the form of hosted systems for an ILS
 or for e-resource access. These systems take advantage of cheaper
computing power, increased availability of services such as Amazon Web
services, and new development strategies from library vendors. What does
moving library information to a networked environment do to improve the
overall management of the system? How can libraries leverage cloud-hosted
and managed collections? Are there tradeoffs in terms of local control?
Learn the answers to these and related issues at this webinar where
speakers will discuss actual cloud implementations in library environments.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.niso.org/news/events <http://www.niso.org/news/events>

*42.  February 22 (12:30-1:30 pm)
Facebook Features Update (Common Knowledge)
*Karen Coyle will present her "five stars of library data," an analysis of
the changes needed and some steps that libraries can begin to take
immediately. She will also discuss the "open world" view of the linked data
movement and how this view can increase the visibility of libraries in the
global information space. This webinar will give an introduction to the
types of changes that are needed as well as the value that can be realized
in library services. Attendees will learn of some preparatory steps have
already been taken, which should confirm that libraries have indeed begun
the journey "From Here to There."
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://commonknow.com/html/index.php <http://commonknow.com/html/index.php>

*43.  February 23 (12-1 pm)
Census 2010 and American Community Survey (Library Journal)
*We’ve already seen how Census 2010 is reconfiguring political districts
based on population gains and losses. This is just the tip of the iceberg.
Join us to learn about the sweeping new data methods behind Census 2010 and
the American Community Survey (ACS), how they’re different than Census
2000, and what they mean for librarians delivering services, library boards
and elected officials making library funding decisions, and library users
including business patrons.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://lj.libraryjournal.com/category/webcasts/ <
http://lj.libraryjournal.com/category/webcasts/>

*44.  February 23 (12-1 pm)
Twitter for Job Seekers: Tips for Helping Your Library's Job-seeking
Patrons (WebJunction)
*Twitter is one of the best online tools for networking and job seeking.
Whether browsing job postings or connecting with people in your field,
Twitter offers something for everyone. This session will cover tips and
techniques for helping patrons network and find jobs on Twitter, and
provide your library with ways to use Twitter in support of job seekers.
Learn how you can use "tweets" to extend and augment your library services,
showcase the resources and programs you provide job seekers and demonstrate
the powerful connections you create in your library community.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.webjunction.org/events/webinars <
http://www.webjunction.org/events/webinars>

*45.  February 24 (11-12 pm)
Directors’ Summit: Discover a 21st Century Roadmap for Community Outcomes
(Library Journal)
*Join us as we explore some of the key themes from the Library Journal 2011
Directors’ Summit, held in partnership with Columbus Metropolitan Library.
Garry Golden speaks and Patrick Losinski, executive director of Columbus
Metropolitan Library (Ohio), will lead a discussion between Garry and the
audience. Library Journal’s Editor-in-Chief Francine Fialkoff will give the
welcoming introductions.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://lj.libraryjournal.com/category/webcasts/ <
http://lj.libraryjournal.com/category/webcasts/>

*46.  February 28 (8-4 pm)
Big Talk From Small Libraries (Nebraska Library Commission)
*This free one-day online conference is aimed at librarians from small
libraries; the smaller the better. Each of our eight speakers is from a
small library or directly works with small libraries. Topics will range
from technology (new tech and old tech) to programming to new roles for the
library. Eight presenters means eight hourly slots and eight topics. Come
for the programs on what you’re dealing with now or maybe try something
new. Everyone is welcome to register and attend, regardless of how big or
small their library is, but if your library serves a few thousand people,
or a few hundred, this is the day for you.
 Programs Include: Helping Your Patrons E-Read, Community Partnerships,
Developing a Read/Write Culture in Your Library, Combo School/Public
Libraries, Magic Tricks and Maintenance: Helping the Public Learn
Technology, Working in the Cloud, and Gaming and Game collection
development.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk/ <http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk/
>

*47.  February 28 (9-10 am)
Law Week Programming at the Library  (Montana State Library)
*The first week of May is Law Week - a time to learn about, engage with,
and celebrate the civil order and justice system we colloquially refer to
as THE LAW. This session will explore some programming ideas for Law Week
that will position your library as the community nexus for information
about the law. Libraries have an important role to play in the justice
system: they make legal information available to all.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
https://app.mt.gov/cal/html/event?eventCollectionCode=msl<
https://app.mt.gov/cal/html/event?eventCollectionCode=msl>

*48.  February 28 (9-10 am)
Writing Good Press Releases and Working with the Media (Texas State Library
& Archives)
*Learn the art of writing press releases and communicating with the media
with author/consultant, Kathy Dempsey, the woman who literally wrote the
book on this topic! Kathy’s book, The Accidental Library Marketer, is
widely consulted by librarians that suddenly find themselves chief marketer
for their organization. She’ll provide both good and bad examples of press
releases and show how facts can easily be compiled to form a good press
release. Kathy will also review common mistakes librarians make when
working with the media. Lots more advice on managing those sticky calls
from the media, so don’t miss this one!
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/index.html<
https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ld/workshops/webinars/index.html>

*49.  February 28 (10-11 am)
Lending eReaders: What Libraries Need to Know (Washington State Library)
*Join panelists for a discussion on best practices in loaning eReaders to
library customers. What are the big considerations when developing a
lending program for eReaders? Hear lessons learned and success stories on
lending eReaders. Hosted by Shirley Biladeau, Idaho Commission for
Libraries and Jennifer Fenton, Washington State Library.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://www.sos.wa.gov/library/libraries/training/trainingCalendar.aspx?audience=state
 <
http://www.sos.wa.gov/library/libraries/training/trainingCalendar.aspx?audience=state
>
*50.  February 29 (12:30-1:30 pm)
Operation Smile Case Study: Fundraising on Facebook Using Facebook
Advertising (Common Knowledge)
*For the holiday 2011 fundraising season, Operation Smile took the
strategic step of increasing their commitment to social media by investing
in Facebook fundraising tools and Facebook advertising. In this insightful
session, we’ll take a close look at Operation Smile’s year-end Facebook
marketing and fundraising  campaign and demonstrate how they
cost-effectively scaled their Facebook Page Likes, tested techniques for
increasing individual gifts and peer-to-peer giving, and expanded their
viral reach via Facebook social advertising.
 For more information and to register for this program, visit:
http://commonknow.com/html/index.php <http://commonknow.com/html/index.php>



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