Category: Webinar
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That All May Read – Minnesota Braille and Talking Book Library
Susan Lubbers and Catherine Durivage Learn about the Minnesota Braille and Talking Book Library which serves Minnesotans who are blind, have low vision, or have difficulty reading printed materials because of a physical or reading disability. Hear about available library services including audio books and magazines, braille, large print, and descriptive DVDs, as well as…
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ELM for Public Libraries
Beth Staats, Outreach and Instruction Librarian, Minitex Join Minitex’s Beth Staats as she reviews the highlights of eLibraryMN that are of particular interest to public libraries.
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We’re Cool (We Promise!) and We’re Here to Help!
An Introduction to the Gale Family Library at the Minnesota Historical Society Jennifer Wagner – Reference Specialist and Michael Owen – Reference Technician This session is an introduction to the Gale Family Library at the Minnesota Historical Society, what we have, our distance research services, and how we can help fellow libraries and their patrons…
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Ebooks Minnesota Overview
Beth Staats, Outreach and Instruction Librarian, Minitex View this refresher on how to use Ebooks Minnesota and find out what’s new for 2026.
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Tracking Government Information: Fighting Back Against Censorship and the Destruction of Public Resources
Jenny McBurney, Government Publications Librarian, University of Minnesota Twin CitiesMolly Blake, Social Sciences Librarian, University of Minnesota Twin Cities Although the news media has widely reported the current U.S. administration’s removal and modification of federal websites and information, it can be challenging to understand and analyze the scope of the problem. To help address this…
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Next Chapter: Career Literacy for Library Staff
with Kelsie Bohm, HR and talent leader, and Metronet A webinar series to assist library staff in their job search. This series will cover many aspects of the job search, from polishing your resume to interview tips. Participants will leave with practical tips to make themselves stand out.
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Neurodivergence at work: cultivating inclusive connections in libraries
with Kate Savageau-Eidem, Technical Services, Dakota County Library This presentation explores how libraries can create more inclusive workplaces for neurodivergent staff. Neurodivergent individuals may process information and communicate differently, which can lead to misunderstandings in traditional work environments. These differences can lead to misunderstandings in the workplace, especially when there is limited awareness of neurodiversity…
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AI Knowledge Bytes: Artificial Intelligence in Libraries Lunch ‘n Learn Series Fall 2025
The purpose of this series is to learn and explore the tangible applications and implementations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across all types of libraries in the Minitex region. AI is fast developing and it is difficult to keep up with all the latest developments, let alone explore them all yourself! The format is 20-30 minute…
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Culturally Responsive Library Walks: A Project Ready tool for Program Improvement
with Mandy Bellm, Minneapolis Public Schools, K-12 Library Media Content Lead The Culturally Responsive Library Walk is a tool adapted by UNC library department leaders to be a collaborative tool for administrators, librarians, and teachers to assess the library’s responsiveness to the needs of the BIPOC students who attend the school. It can also be…
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Promote Diverse Books Using the Both/And Method
with Mandy Bellm, Minneapolis Public Schools, K-12 Library Media Content Lead Library promotions and displays have become politically charged in many school districts. Whether your district is trying to dissuade you from celebrating cultural months, or prohibiting the use of certain buzz words, this session will provide practical tips to help librarians promote diversity and…