The Colorado State Library is coming to an area near you!
In 2017-18, consultants from the State Library will be traveling to several regions of the state for an event we’re calling CSL Share & Learn, which combines professional development with time to share with colleagues. This event is perfect for anyone working in libraries, museums, or archives. The first CSL Share & Learn will be at the Durango Public Library, September 21-22, 2017. We hope you’ll join us!
What can you expect at CSL Share & Learn?
CSL Share & Learn is an event for all library, museum, and archive staff, with multiple sessions that can be attended separately or in combination. The longer sessions include time for learning and sharing in a casual setting. The shorter sessions are opportunities to meet and discuss library issues with State Librarian Gene Hainer. The agenda below has more details about each session. Feel free to mix and match to suit your needs.
Cost, Registration, & Food
- CSL Share & Learn is free!
- Register using this online form by September 15. Please select all the sessions you plan to attend.
- Light snacks will be available, but you are responsible for your own meals and beverages.
Durango: September 21-22, 2017
The first CSL Share & Learn event will be held at the Durango Public Library, 1900 E 3rd Ave. Many thanks to the Durango library staff for the use of their facility.
Register using this online form by September 15, 2017.
Session 1: Make Your Data Work for You
Thursday, September 21, 2017
9:00am – 12:00pm
Durango Public Library, Program Room 2
Agenda
- 9:00 – 9:10, Welcome and Introductions
- 9:10 – 9:30, Game: How well do you know CSL?
- 9:30 – 10:30, Learning topic: Make your data work for you. Learn how to package and present data that represents your achievements and programs in ways that appeal to and resonate with your community.
- 10:30 – 10:40, Short break
- 10:40 – 11:45, Small group sharing time. This is a time to “talk shop” with your colleagues. Please bring a topic to discuss.
- 11:45 – 12:00, Closing
Resources mentioned
- RIPL website
- LRS website
- Data Visualization Presentation (pdf)
- Infographic Software Selection Guide (pdf)
Session 2: Conversations with the State Librarian
Thursday, September 21, 2017
12:00 – 12:30pm
Durango Public Library, Program Room 2
Agenda
- 12:00 – 12:30, Conversations with the State Librarian. Bring your questions about state or national topics, and share what’s going on in your area with Gene Hainer.
Session 3: Marketing on a Dime
Thursday, September 21, 2017
1:00 – 4:00pm
Durango Public Library, Program Room 2
Agenda
- 1:00 – 1:10, Welcome and Introductions
- 1:10 – 1:30, Game: How well do you know CSL?
- 1:30 – 2:30, Learning topic: Marketing on a Dime. Tips and resources for highlighting and promoting your organization’s valuable resources on a budget.
- 2:30 – 2:40, Short break
- 2:40 – 3:45, Small group sharing time. This is a time to “talk shop” with your colleagues. Please bring a topic to discuss.
- 3:45 – 4:00, Closing
Resources Mentioned
- Marketing on a Dime presentation slides (with resource list)
- Colorado Virtual Library
- Colorado State Library Services A-Z
Session 4: Conversations with the State Librarian
Thursday, September 21, 2017
4:00 – 4:30pm
Durango Public Library, Program Room 2
Agenda
- 4:00 – 4:30, Conversations with the State Librarian. Bring your questions about state or national topics, and share what’s going on in your area with Gene Hainer.
Session 5: Introduction to the Plains to Peaks Collective
Friday, September 22, 2017
9:00 – 11:30am
Durango Public Library, Program Room 2
Agenda
- 9:00 – 9:10, Welcome and Introductions
- 9:10 – 10:00, Introduction to the Plains to Peaks Collective. Learn about the Plains to Peaks Collective (PPC), a joint Colorado-Wyoming initiative to help libraries and museums share their unique collections with the world through the Digital Public Library of America (DPLA).
- 10:00 – 10:10, Short break
- 10:10 – 11:00, PPC Participation 101
- Resource: PPC Metadata Guidelines
- 11:00 – 11:30, Questions and Sharing
Resources Mentioned
- Introduction to the Plains to Peaks Collective presentation slides
- Plains to Peaks Collective
- Digital Public Library of America
Questions?
Please contact Amy Hitchner, Collaborative Programming Coordinator, at ahitchner@coloradovirtuallibrary.org.
Future Locations
We are planning to bring CSL Share & Learn to other regions in Colorado. Keep an eye out for announcements about upcoming dates and locations.
- Friday Grab Bag, November 16, 2018 - November 15, 2018
- Friday Grab Bag, November 9, 2018 - November 9, 2018
- Friday Grab Bag, November 2, 2018 - November 2, 2018