It’s a story those working in libraries have heard before: these are uncertain times for the library. The increasing popularity of eBooks and streaming movies online calls into question the traditional library model. Will people still want regular books? Will people still checkout DVDs?
I think we can all agree that, for the foreseeable future, the answers [...]

Here are the slides from our September 30th Presentation.  Enjoy!
Getting Your Ducks in Row – Presented by Melissa Doornbos, Publicity and Program Coordinator at Downers Grove Public Library

Chicagoland Resources – Presented by Amita Lonial, Adult Services Program Coordinator at Skokie Public Library

Marketing and Publicity – Presented by Erin Maassen, PR and Marketing Specialist [...]

Here are the slides from “Geeks Bearing Gifts: Technology Trends for Circulation Staff.” Toby Greenwalt (Virtual Services Coordinator, Skokie Public Library) and Anthony Molaro (Director, Highwood Public Library) discussed eBooks, mobile technology, and social media to a capacity audience. Enjoy!
Laconi circulation section presentation final
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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 [...]

Do you have a space in your library that you’d like to redesign? Send us a photo, and we’ll discuss it during February 19th’s program on Creating a Dynamic Library Atmosphere. We’re hoping to get about 10 good examples. Those brave souls who offer their libraries up will receive some great advice on improving their environment.

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