From the CE Team
Save-the-Date for the Fall Learning Circuit!

Thursday, September 28, 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 6 in-person locations around the state

Save the date for the 2023 Learning Circuit! We'll follow the same format we did last year: Zoomed keynotes with hands-on workshops in each library district. Our topic follows our 2023 CE Theme of "Productive Partnerships." Each participant will leave with actionable and practical insights to take home and apply in their library and community.

We will announce the agenda and open registration early August, but make plans to join us September 28 at a location near you

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Newly-Added Events

Pop YS Live (August 2023): Baby Bounce Basics

Wednesday, August 9, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 

Even our smallest library patrons deserve quality programming! This session will teach the nuts and bolts of library programming for babies. We'll go over the basics for those who might be new to baby programming, but will also help reenergize veterans.

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Big Ideas Book Discussion (August 2023) | Magic Words: What to Say to Get Your Way
Friday, August 25, 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Our next Big Ideas Book Discussion title is “Magic Words: What to Say to Get Your Way” (c2023) by Jonah Berger. “Magic Words” demonstrates how 6 types of words can boost creativity, motivate teams, and strengthen our powers of persuasion. Libraries are under more pressure than ever to communicate well! In this discussion, we’ll chat about ways to increase library impact through the power of words. These “magic words” can shift community perception, motivate staff, and drive engagement!

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Check it Out (August 2023)

Tuesday, August 29, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. (NOTE TIME CHANGE!)

Check it Out! is a monthly webinar series from the State Library of Iowa spotlighting the best new books for ages 0-18. Youth Services Consultant Janeé Jackson-Doering will share collection development tips, programming ideas, and of course, new titles galore for kids and teens. This is a fun, fast-paced session that will fill both your library shelves and your TBR list!

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