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October CE Opportunities

Here are your October CE opportunities - a little late. Happy learning and happy fall!

The Wyoming State Library compiles a list of FREE library relevant webinars. They collect way more webinars than I do in my monthly list so I'll be sharing their list with you regularly.

• 25 Free Tools for Librarians, an iSchool Online course scheduled for October 1 - 28. Cost = $125*, register here!
• Inside Interlibrary Loan: Basics for a New Millennium, a RUSA Online course scheduled for October 1 - October 29. Cost = $130 - $210*, register here!
• Rethinking Social Media to Organize Information and Communities, an ALA Online course scheduled for October 1 - October 28. Cost = $175*, register here!
• Dealing with Substance Abuse in the Library: A Guide to Helping Patrons and the Community, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for October 3 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $65*, register here!
• Increasing Library Usage through Strategic Merchandising, a LibraryWorks webinar scheduled for October 4 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $49, register here!
• Online Privacy at Your Library, an iSchool Online course scheduled for  October 8 - November 18.  Cost = $200*, register here!
• Why Leadership Matters: A Guided Evaluation of Leadership Principles and Ideas for Directors, Staff, and Users, an iSchool Online course scheduled for October 8 - November 18. Cost = $200*, register here!
• Planning Programs and Services for Toddlers and Preschoolers, an ALA Online course scheduled for October 8 - November 4. Cost = $175*, register here!
• Don't Solve Everything! Build a Problem-Solving Team Instead, a LibraryWorks webinar scheduled for October 11 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $49, register here!
• Creating Top Notch Service at Your Library, an iSchool Online course scheduled for October 15 - November 18. Cost = $165*, register here!
• Veteran Outreach and Support, an ASCLA webinar scheduled for October 16 at 12 noon Central Time. Cost = $45 - $65*, register here!
• Serving People with Mental Health Challenges at Your Library, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for October 16 - November 12. Cost = $200*, register here!
• Build a Great Team, an ALA online workshop scheduled for October 17 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
• Build Better Working Relationships at Your Library through Advanced Communication Skills, a LibraryWorks webinar scheduled for October 18 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $49*, register here!
• Coding Together, Learning Together: Starting a Coding Club at Your Library, an iSchool Online course scheduled for October 22 - November 18. Cost = $125*, register here!
• Creating a Culture of Usability in Your Library, an ALA Online course scheduled for October 22 - November 18. Cost = $199*, register here!
• Basic Reference Skills for Non-Reference Librarians, an ALA Online course scheduled for October 22 - November 18. Cost = $175, register here!
• Library Services for People Living with Alzheimers, an ASGCLA online course scheduled for October 22 - November 16. Cost = $130* - $210*, register here!
• What Libraries Can Learn from the National Rifle Association about Advocacy and Political Power, a LibraryWorks webinar scheduled for October 24 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $49, register here!
• Building Great Programs for Seniors, an ALA online workshop scheduled for October 24 at 1:30 p.m. Cost = $60*, register here!
• Build a Better World at Work and in Life with Kindness and Gratitude, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for October 24 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Festivals and Fandoms for Everyone: Community Events at Your Library, an ALA online course scheduled for October 29 - November 18. Cost = $175*, register here!
• Teen Tech Playground: Get Your Teens Tinkering, Gaming, and Podcasting, a Library Journal online class starting October 29. Cost = $199 - $289*, register here!
• Book Tasting in the Library: a Recipe for Reading, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for October 30 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Designing Effective New Employee Orientations, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for October 30 - November 26. Cost = $200*, register here!
• Library Grants 101, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for October 30 - November 26. Cost = $200*, register here!

 * SCLS Member public libraries may use CE Grant funds to attend.

September CE Opportunities

 Happy September! Here's a sampling of the September CE Opportunities for you. Happy Learning!

• Understanding and Defending Copyright in Your Library, an ALA online workshop scheduled for September 4 and 5 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $75*, register here!
• Snapchat Explained, an ALA Online microlearning webinar scheduled for September 5 at 11 a.m. Cost = $20*, register here!
• 36 Adult Program Ideas in 90 Minutes, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for September 6 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
• Tools for Locating Primary Sources in Archives and Online, a RUSA webinar scheduled for September 6 at 12 noon Central Time. Cost = $45 - $65*, register here!
• WiLSWorld Shorts: Open Educational Resources: The State of the State, a FREE webinar scheduled for September 7 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Creating and Expanding Innovative Spaces in Your Library, an ALA Online course scheduled for September 10 - December 2. Cost = $500*, register here!
• Advanced Public Library Administration, an iSchool online course scheduled for September 10 - December 2. Cost = $415*, register here!
• Using WebDewey and Understanding Dewey Decimal Classification, an ALA Online course scheduled for September 10 - October 7. Cost = $175*, register here!
• Solutions for Challenging Workplace Relationships: Working Through Incivility and Conflict with Emotional Intelligence, an ALA Online course scheduled for September 10 - October 14. Cost = $250*, register here!
• Creating Meaningful Programs for Infants and Caregivers, an ALA Online course scheduled for September 10 - October 7. Cost = $175*, register here!
• Business Outreach for the Public Librarian, an ALA Online course scheduled for September 10 - October 7. Cost = $175*, register here!
• Web Design Basics for Librarians, an ALA Online course scheduled for September 10 - October 7. Cost = $175*, register here!
• Adult Programming: Planning for Success, an ALA Online course scheduled for September 10 - September 30. Cost = $199*, register here!
• Marketing the 21st Century Library, a RUSA Online course scheduled for September 10 - October 8. Cost = $130 - $210*, register here!
• Reads for the Reluctant, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for September 11 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Using Surveys to Improve Your Library Workshop, a two-part ALA Online workshop scheduled for September 12 and 19 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $75*, register here!
• Library Programming; Getting it Right!, a LibraryWorks webinar scheduled for September 13 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $49*, register here!
• Fall for These Must-Haves for Every Elementary to YA Reader, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for September 13 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Basic Public Library Administration, an iSchool online course scheduled for September 17 - December 9. Cost = $415*, register here!
• Babies in the Library, an iSchool Online course scheduled for September 17 - Ocober 28. Cost = $200*, register here!
• Programming for Tweens, an iSchool Online course scheduled for September 17 - October 21. Cost = $165*, register here!
• Using Themes to Improve Your Readers' Advisory, a FREE NoveList Conversations webinar scheduled for September 18 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Happily-Ever-After Guaranteed, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for September 18 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Libraries and Community Health: Prescribing Programs that Support Your Community's Needs, an ASCLA webinar scheduled for September 19 at 12 noon Central Time. Cost = $45 - $65*, register here!
• Double Your Circ on a Dime, a Library Journal online course scheduled for September 20 - October 4. Cost = $199*, register here!
• Teens and Libraries Working Together to Create Interactive, Child-Directed, STEAM-Inspired Learning Environment, a LibraryWorks webinar scheduled for September 20 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $49*, register here!
• Youth Services 101, an iSchool Online course scheduled for September 24 - November 18. Cost = $275*, register here!
• Public & Community Library Services, an iSchool Online course scheduled for September 24 - December 16. Cost = $415*, register here!
• Introduction to Electronic Resource Licensing, an iSchool Online course scheduled for September 24 - November 4. Cost = $200*, register here!
• Creating Inclusive Storytimes for ALL Children, an ALA online workshop scheduled for September 26 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
• Get Started with AR/VR/Mixed Reality, a Library Journal online course scheduled for September 26 - October 11. Cost = $225*, register here!

 * SCLS Member public libraries may use CE Grant funds to attend.

July CE Opportunities

 Happy Summer! Here are your July CE Opportunities. Happy Learning!

• Feminist Librarianship: Re-Envisioning Library Work, an ALA Online course scheduled for July 2 - July 29. Cost = $175*, register here!
• Who Manages, Who Leads? A RUSA Online course scheduled for July 9 - August 6. Cost = $130 - $210*, register here!
• Change Management, a LLAMA Online course scheduled for July 9 - August 6. Cost = $139 - $249*, register here!
• Intermediate Cataloging for Non-Catalogers, an ALA Online course scheduled for July 9 - September 30. Cost = $500*, register here!
• Public Library Programming and Services for Older Adults, an iSchool Online course scheduled for July 9 - August 5. Cost = $125*, register here!
• Library Security: Training for Worst Case Scenarios and Everyday Conflicts, an iSchool Online course scheduled for July 9 - August 19. Cost = $200*, register here!
• Cutting the Red Tape: Finding and Using E-Government Tools and Resources, an ALA Online course scheduled for July 9 - August 5. Cost = $200*, register here!
• Small-Press Speed-Dating Extravaganza, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for July 10 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Effective Library Signage: Tips, Tricks, & Best Practices, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for July 11 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
• Creating Inclusive Storytimes for ALL children, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for July 12 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
• Winning Support and Influencing Communities for Library Funding, an ALA Online course scheduled for July 16 - October 7. Cost = $500*, register here!
• Introduction to User Experience (UX), an iSchool Online course scheduled for July 16 - August 26. Cost = $200*, register here!
• Reference Interview 101, a RUSA Online course scheduled for July 16 - August 24. Cost = $130 - 210*, register here!
• Laying Out the Welcome Mat: Asset Mapping to Better Serve the Immigrant Community, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for July 17 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Effective Time Management for Busy Library Staff, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for July 17 - August 13. Cost = $200*, register here!
• Beyond Surveys: How to Measure Outcomes Using Alternative Data Collection Methods, a FREE PLA webinar scheduled for July 18 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Getting the Most Out of Library Volunteers, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for July 19 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $65*, register here!
• Be a Data Champion at Your Library, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for July 24 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Sensory Storytime Programs, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for July 25 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $65*, register here!
• Fresh Food, Fresh Thinking: An Innovative Approach to Youth Development and Learning in Rural Communities, a FREE PLA webinar scheduled for July 25 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• How to Respond to a Security Incident in Your Library, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for July 26 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
• When I'm 64: Financial Literacy Resources for Those Nearing and in Retirement, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for July 26 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!

 * SCLS Member public libraries may use CE Grant funds to attend.

June CE Opportunities

 It's almost June and summer seems to really be here! Here are you June CE Opportunities - happy learning!

• Digital Humanities for All Librarians, an ALA Online course scheduled for June 4 - July 1. Cost = $175*, register here!
• Instructional Design for Online Teaching and Learning, an ALA Online course scheduled for June 4 - July 1. Cost = $175*, register here!
• New on the Job, an ALA Online course scheduled for June 4 - July 15. Cost = $250*, register here!
• Getting Started with Library Service Design, an ALA Online course scheduled for June 4 - July 1. Cost = $195*, register here!
• Workplace Burnout: Bouncing Back with Resilience, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for June 5 - July 2. Cost = $200*, register here!
• Protecting Your Library: How and Why to Research the Financial Stability of Vendors, a FREE Library Journal webcast scheduled for June 5 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Springtime D.I.Y.: New Crafts Titles in Print and Audio, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for June 5 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• STRETCH Your Storytime! Supporting Early Learning with Yoga and Movement, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for June 5 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Blockchain Explained, an ALA microlearning (30 minute) webinar scheduled for June 6 at 11 a.m. Central Time. Cost = $20*, register here!
• Creating the Future: How a Historic Library System used Design to Establish a New Way Forward for All Libraries, a FREE Library Journal webcast scheduled for June 6 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Providing Services to People Living with Alzheimer's, an ALA online workshop scheduled for June 6 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
• Analyzing Staff Engagement and Connections to Understand Organizational Culture, a LLAMA webinar scheduled for June 6 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $49 - $59*, register here!
• Picture Book Parade: New Titles from Small Presses, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for June 7 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here
• Making Your Training Stick: Facilitating Learning that lasts, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for June 7 at 2:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $65*, register here!
• The Fake News Controversy: What Does it Mean for Libraries?, a FREE Library Journal webcast scheduled for June 7 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Genealogical Research for Librarians, an ALA Online course scheduled for June 11 - July 8. Cost = $225*, register here!
• Basic Cataloging and Classification, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for June 12 - July 9. Cost = $200*, register here!
• Maintaining a Safe and Respectful Library: A Customized Plan, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for June 12 - July 9. Cost = $200*, register here!
• Demonstrating Library Impact with Data, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for June 12 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Making Space for Active Learning in Your Library, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for June 12 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Serving Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, a two-part ALA Online workshop scheduled for June 13 and 14 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $75*, register here!
• Expand Patrons' Minds, Not Your Budget, a FREE Library Journal webcast scheduled for June 13 at noon Central Time. Register here!
• "I could really use a good laugh!" How to a Give Laugher-as-Therapy Program in Your Library, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for June 14 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Meet the Starling: Library Technology that's Inspiring Early Literacy, a FREE Library Journal webcast scheduled for June 14 at noon Central Time. Register here!
• Serving All Patrons: Library Services for Multilingual Communities, a FREE Library Journal webcast scheduled for June 19 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Avoid Programming Burnout: Tap Into Your Interests to Stay Engaged, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for June 20 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $65*, register here!
• Creating More Effective Library Programs, a FREE webinar from the Harwood Institute for Public Innovation scheduled for June 27 at 9 a.m. Central Time. Register here!

 * SCLS Member public libraries may use CE Grant funds to attend.

May CE Opportunities

 Happy May Day! There are oodles of learning opportunities for you this month. Enjoy and happy learning!

• Transforming the Library with User Experience, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for May 2 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = 65*, register here!
• Building Strategic Relationships to Sustain Community Engagement, a LLAMA webinar scheduled for May 2 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $49 - $49*, register here!
• Developing Effective Community Partnerships, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for May 3 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
• Season of Nonviolence, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for May 4 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Sign Language for Children in Storytime or in the Classroom: A Practical Guide, an ALA Online course scheduled for May 7 - June 17. Cost = $250*, register here!
• Web Design Basics for Librarians, an ALA Online course scheduled for May 7 - June 3. Cost = $175*, register here!
• Business Reference 101, a RUSA online course scheduled for May 7 - June 1. Cost = $130 - $210*, register here!
• All Work is Team Work, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for May 8 - June 14. Cost = $200*, register here!
• Summer YA Announcements: 2018, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for May 8 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Emerging Tech Trends in Libraries - Part 8, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for May 8 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Analytics and Assessment: Privacy vs Surveillance, a LITA webinar scheduled for May 9 from noon - 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $45 - $105*, register here!
• How to Delivery Great Library Customer Service, an ALA online workshop scheduled for May 9 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $60*, register here!
• Academic Library Space Planning, a FREE iSchool webinar scheduled for May 12 at noon Central Time. Register here!
• Rethinking Digital Literacy to Serve Library Staff and Users, an ALA Online course scheduled for May 14 - June 10. Cost = $175*, register here!
• Project Management in Libraries, a RUSA online course scheduled for May 14 - June 11. Cost = $130 - $210*, register here!
• Conflict Resolution, a LLAMA Online course scheduled for May 14 - June 8. Cost = $139 - $249*, register here!
• How to Market Your Library: a Toolkit of Proven Techniques, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for May 15 - June 11. Cost = $200*, register here!
• Must-Have Middle Grade, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for May 15 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Visual Merchandising for Public Libraries: Practical Strategies for Applying Bookstore Insights to Library Collections, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for May 15 a5 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Cultivating Emotional Intelligence within Your Organization, a LLAMA webinar scheduled for May 16 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $49 - $59*, register here!
• Creating Space for Online Learning, a FREE Infopeople and ALA webinar scheduled for May 18 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Music Collection Development for Every Librarian, an ALA Online course scheduled for May 21 - July 1. Cost = $325*, register here!
• Collaborating with Teens to Build Better Library Programs, an ALA online course scheduled for May 21 - June 17, cost = #175*, register here!
• New Voices in Mystery Fiction, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for May 22 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Take Back Researcher Privacy, a LITA webinar scheduled for May 23 from noon - 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $45 - $105*, register here!
• Conversation Cafe, a FREE Libraries Transforming Communities webinar scheduled for May 23 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Strategic Planning Made Easy, an ALA online workshop scheduled for May 23 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $65*, register here!
• Maker Workshop, a Library Journal online course scheduled for May 23 - June 6. Cost = $225 - $281.25*, register here!
• Building a Culture of Learning with Library Boards, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for May 24 at 2 p.m Central Time. Register here!
• Listen Up! New Audiobooks for Summer and Beyond, a FREE Booklist webinar scheduled for May 24 at 1 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Reducing Workplace Stress with Mindfulness, a FREE Infopeople webinar scheduled for May 24 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Little Women for a New Generation, a FREE webinar from PBS, scheduled for May 24 at 6 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Building a Culture of Learning with Library Boards, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for May 24 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Taking Community Partnerships to the Next Level, a FREE WebJunction webinar scheduled for May 29 at 2 p.m. Central Time. Register here!
• Getting Started with User Experience: Improving Library User Interactions, an Infopeople Online course scheduled for May 29 - June 25. Cost = $200*, register here!
• Creating a Social Media Policy for Your Library, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for May 30 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $65*, register here!
• Building Great Programs for Patrons in Their 20s and 30s, an ALA Online workshop scheduled for May 31 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. Cost = $55*, register here!

 * SCLS Member public libraries may use CE Grant funds to attend.