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Online learning helps library staff across the state keep skills sharp

Online learning helps library staff across the state keep skills sharp

Written by guest blogger, Adrienne Doman Calkins, CE/Training Intern, Washington State Library, Library Development Library staff have questions too. Lots of them. Like: How can I best implement eReader training at my library? What are the current trends in library programming? How can I improve our website? What training materials already exist to help me train my new staff? How can I best help my community with digital literacy skills? I want to brush up on my communication skills, but…

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WSL Updates for June 14, 2012

WSL Updates for June 14, 2012

Volume 8: June 14, 2012 for the WSL Updates mailing list Topics include: 1) GRANT CYCLE – TLA50 INITIATIVE 2) LIBRARY 2.012 CONFERENCE PROPOSALS SOLICITED 3) BUILD-A-BEAR GRANT OPPORTUNITY 4) BEST BUY COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM 5) DIGITAL CURATION BIBLIOGRAPHY 6) FREE CE OPPORTUNITIES NEXT WEEK ————————————————————————————————————— 1) GRANT CYCLE – TLA50 INITIATIVE The Transforming Life After 50 (TLA50) initiative is designed to help libraries better serve and engage midlife adults by positioning libraries as catalysts, resources, meeting places, and partners…

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WSL Updates for March 17, 2011

WSL Updates for March 17, 2011

Volume 7, March 17, 2011 for the WSL Updates mailing list Topics include: 1) CONNECTING GRANT CYCLE NOW OPEN 2) ASSIST IN SELECTING DATABASE PRODUCTS FOR WA LIBRARIES 3) SEQUIM GAZETTE MICROFILM AVAILABLE 4) APRIL IS THE MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD 5) COMMUNITY CONNECT GRANTS WEBINAR 6) FREE CE OPPORTUNITIES NEXT WEEK

WSL Updates for January 6, 2011

WSL Updates for January 6, 2011

Volume 7, January 6, 2011 for the WSL Updates mailing list Topics include: 1) GO TO THE WEB AND SAY AHH! 2) FIRST TUESDAYS – DISPLAYS THAT POP! 3) FREE EBOOKS FOR YOUR LIBRARY 4) GUIDE TO STATE AND LOCAL WORKFORCE DATA 5) CONNECTING DONORS AND SCHOOL LIBRARIES 6) FREE CE OPPORTUNITIES NEXT WEEK

WSL Updates for December 9, 2010

WSL Updates for December 9, 2010

Volume 6, December 9, 2010 for the WSL Updates mailing list Topics include: 1) FREE BOOKS FOR DISCUSSION KITS OR COMMUNITY READS 2) WALNET RFQ RELEASED 3) WCOG EVENT HONORS BALLARD AND THOMPSON 4) IMLS NATIONAL LEADERSHIP GRANTS 5) NANCY PEARL PRESENTS – BOOKS THAT MAKE GREAT GIFTS 6) FREE CE OPPORTUNITIES NEXT WEEK

WSL Updates for November 11, 2010

WSL Updates for November 11, 2010

Volume 6, November 11, 2010 for the WSL Updates mailing list Topics include: 1) WASHINGTON NEWSPAPERS ON MICROFILM 2) FREE MICROSOFT ONLINE COURSES FOR JOB SEEKERS 3) IMLS ACCESSIBILITY WEB PAGE 4) IF YOU LOVE THEM, LET THEM FLOAT! 5) BUILDING THE DIGITAL BRANCH 6) FREE CE OPPORTUNITIES NEXT WEEK

WSL Updates for October 7, 2010

WSL Updates for October 7, 2010

Volume 6, October 7, 2010 for the WSL Updates mailing list Topics include: 1) NEW DIGITAL COLLECTION – SKAMANIA COUNTY HERITAGE 2) WORKPLACE BULLYING SURVEY 3) EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY LITERACY PROGRAMS RECOGNIZED 4) FREE BOOKS FOR DISCUSSION KITS OR COMMUNITY READS 5) PLA AWARD AND GRANT OPPORTUNITIES 6) ALCTS LIBRARY METADATA POLICY E-FORUM 7) EVALUATING MEDICAL INFORMATION ON THE WEB 8) FREE CE OPPORTUNITIES NEXT WEEK

WSL Updates for August 19, 2010

WSL Updates for August 19, 2010

Volume 6, August 19, 2010 for the WSL Updates mailing list Topics include: 1) JAN’S FINAL WASHINGTON READS 2) APPLY FOR A POSITION ON THE LIBRARY COUNCIL OF WASHINGTON 3) HISTORICAL PORT TOWNSEND PAPER GOES ONLINE 4) BOOKS FOR BABIES MATCHING GRANTS 5) ARE YOU READY? COMES TO SPOKANE 6) FREE CE OPPORTUNITIES NEXT WEEK 7) LSSC OFFERS COURSE SUBSIDIES

Moving Forward, Looking Back

Moving Forward, Looking Back

Last night’s opening of our office’s new exhibit, “Moving Forward, Looking Back“, was an extraordinary, energetic evening dedicated to the women of Washington.  Governor Gregoire, first woman insurance commissioner Deborah Senn, first woman lands commissioner Jennifer Belcher, and relatives of Dixy Lee Ray and Belle Reeves shared inspiring stories … and there were plenty of “huzzahs” from costumed ladies in the crowd.   If you missed the event, which celebrated women’s achievements in government, watch it below or catch the program on TVW today…

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