April 17, 9:30-3:30
Florian Gardens, 2340 Lorch Avenue, Eau Claire
Join us for an in-person extravaganza! Librarians from outside the IFLS area are welcome to join us.
Register here by April 9
9:30-12:15: Connecting the Dots: Purposeful, Intentional Library Programs
Kelsey Johnson-Kaiser, St. Paul (MN) Public Library
Libraries across the country strive to create and host programs that are meaningful, community driven, and connected to mission, vision and values. Still, amidst daily work it can be challenging to devote time and effort to stepping outside the program churn and intentionally connect with the community, plan thoughtfully, and ensure your work contributes directly to your library's goals. This interactive workshop will introduce strategies and tools for libraries of all sizes to look big-picture at programming, engage community in your process, and create programs with thought and intention.
12:15-1:00: Lunch ($5, IFLS subsidized)
1:00-3:30: Breakout sessions, led by your colleagues! Topics include
- Free book distribution efforts
- Book clubs for elementary age kids
- Teen programming
- Polar VR or Science for Everyone
- City Park Passport Program
- Small and Mighty Programming and Outreach
- Summer Library Program Idea Swaps
Presenter: Kelsey Johnson-Kaiser is the Youth and Family Service Manager at the St. Paul Public Library. She has worked at the Columbus (WI) Public Library and the LaCrosse Public Library, and is an instructor for the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s iSchool Continuing Education program. She states, “I’ve learned that listening, asking questions, and staying curious are hallmarks of a supportive leader.”
This workshop provides 5.25 contact hours for library director certification
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