Welcome to LACONI
Since 1954, LACONI (Library Administrators Conference of Northern Illinois) has been introducing library staff to new technologies and ideas, best practices, and popular programs for children and adults. LACONI is comprised of seven different sections which offer programs designed to enhance skills and knowledge of library staff in their area of expertise.
Great Ideas
LACONI collects unique and creative ways to offer great library service. Look here for inspiration, or suggest some of your own.
Presentation Slides: Nuts and Bolts of Adult Programming (OPP)
Presentation Slides: Geeks Bearing Gifts (Circ)
Join LACONI
LACONI membership is open to all libraries. Membership dues are used to pay for informative programs that each section produces. Any member library is welcome to attend the programs, sending as many staff and board members as they wish. There is often a lunch following any section program which allows for the opportunity to meet and network with other librarians from other library systems.
Fill out our Membership Form for more information.
Annual Trustee Banquet [ April 20, 2012; 6:15 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Join us as we celebrate another year of networking and informative programming, with entertainment provided by stand-up comedian Jamie Campbell.
Creating Experiences: Customer Service in Libraries [ February 3, 2012; 9:30 am to 12:00 pm. ] As public libraries strive to retain patrons in the face of competition with big box retailers, websites, and other community resources, it becomes vital to provide a positive and welcoming experience. This program will discuss different models of customer service and how we can better serve patrons in a technology driven world.
Missy Brown, of Trader [...]
TSS — RDA: Mapping the Fields [ February 3, 2012; 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Join the Technical Services Section as we host Adam Schiff, Principal Cataloger from the University of Washington Libraries, Seattle, WA. He will discuss RDA description and access points. This program will be held at the Fountaindale Public Library District (Bolingbrook).
How Did They Do That?…The Importance of Documenting the Creation Process [ February 2, 2012; 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] When library staff or patrons use equipment hosted by the library to create content, it is usually an afterthought to document the creation process. This program will focus on four areas of content creation and digital preservation: video production, audio production, photography and historical artifacts.
Admin Program: We’ve Got You Covered Inside and Out [ November 18, 2011; 9:15 am to 12:15 pm. ] Learn about the changes affecting libraries’ insurance coverage, and get an insider’s view of the construction of the new Fountaindale Public Library building.
