Changes in technology and patron behavior are providing many new opportunities to provide point-of-need service to entirely new audiences. This program aims to highlight some of the tools and partnerships that can be leveraged to create an even greater connection with your community.

Friday, November 20th
Addison Public Library
4 Friendship Plaza
Addison, IL 60101

Featured speakers:

• Jonathan Bullington, Triblocal.com. As an active reporter for Triblocal, discussing hyperlocal media as an opportunity for libraries throughout the area.
• Lynn Dennis, Roselle Public Library, providing a demonstration of the Roselle Library Ning network, and showing how social tools can be used for facilitating conversation and building stronger ties with your public.
• Toby Greenwalt, Skokie Public Library, Offering a brief overview of current trends in making library services more useful for mobile devices.
• Bill Pardue, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, exploring the how social media tools like Twitter and Facebook provide multiple opportunities for librarians to provide active reference.

Registration for this program is free. RSVP by contacting RoseAnn Vonesh at ravonesh@oppl.org or by phone at (708) 452-3465.

View the program flyer (PDF)