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Online Webinars

 

FEL webinars

You can register for FEL Gale webinars to learn how to use those resources. 

DLIS webinars

Florida Braille & Talking Book Library Webinar

Join us for an exciting session with Maureen Dorosinski from the Florida Braille and Talking Book Library, where Florida library staff will discover how to connect blind and print-disabled patrons with access to over 2.4 million resources available in 58 languages.

Thursday, April 10, 2025
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Eastern
Register now.

Division Update

The Division Director will provide an update on the activities of the Division of Library and Information Services, sharing the status of statewide projects and giving an overview of activities, issues and programs that impact the Florida library community.

Join colleagues from around the state for this opportunity to interact with the Division Director and State Librarian.

Thursday, April 17, 2025
10 to 11 a.m. Eastern
Register now.

DLIS Discussions

The Division hosts monthly, open discussions for library staff throughout Florida.

These online conversations typically focus on a particular topic, although the time may be used to discuss whatever the audience chooses.

In April we are transforming libraries into warm, inviting spaces for individuals living with dementia. 

We invite you to embark on an inspiring journey to discover how libraries can evolve into vital centers of connection, understanding, and support for our community.

Bring your insights, questions, and experiences. Join your colleagues in learning how thoughtful design, specialized training for staff, and compassionate programming can cultivate impactful experiences for individuals with dementia and their caregivers. Let’s work together to create welcoming havens that truly make a difference. 

Register now.
Monday, April 21, 2025
3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Eastern

Interested in other topics we have covered? Explore our recordings and start a discussion in your library. 

Contact us at 850.245.6622 or [email protected] if you have questions or to suggest a discussion topic. We welcome new ideas! 

Adult Literacy and ESOL discussion group

Florida library staff who are interested in adult literacy and ESOL are invited to join us for monthly online discussions with adult literacy program coordinators and staff across Florida’s libraries.

Adult Programming and Services discussion

Join us to talk about programs and services for adults.

What are you doing at your library?

What do you want to try?

Art, author talks, car maintenance, computer classes, cooking, crafting, furniture refinishing, games, gardening, knitting, movies, painting, puzzle exchanges, telehealth, speakers – programming options are limitless.

Let's discuss.

Information is forthcoming.

Quarterly directors calls

New directors

Meet your peers, discuss issues that are unique to your library or region and share ideas that have been helpful as you have assumed your new role as a public library director.

Information is forthcoming.

Library cooperative coordinators

This meeting is intended for the coordinators of Florida's public library cooperatives, and attendance is by invitation only.

Information is forthcoming.

Municipal directors

This meeting is intended for public library directors at Florida's municipal libraries to have a forum to discuss the needs in their diverse communities and share common challenges and opportunities.

Information is forthcoming.

Directors of small & rural libraries

This meeting is intended for directors of libraries in small or rural communities to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities facing their patrons and libraries.

Wednesday, March 26, 2025
2 - 3 p.m. Eastern 
Register now.

Archived webinars

For a featured list of our webinar recordings, visit our YouTube page

During FY2024-25, the percentage of total costs for the Continuing Education Program financed with federal money is 67%; the federal dollar amount to be spent on the program is $188,523. This program does not receive any non-governmental funding.

imls180.for.panel.jpgMany of these resources and programs are funded under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Florida's LSTA program is administered by the Department of State's Division of Library and Information Services.

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