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Online Webinars

 

FEL webinars

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

DLIS webinars

Division Update

The Division Director and State Librarian will provide an update on the activities of the Division of Library & Information Services and give 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.

Thursday, July 16, 2026
2 - 3 p.m. Eastern
Register for the Division Update.

The FLYP Side - Summer Conversation

June's monthly webinar will be an open, summer-centered conversation space. With everyone in the thick of Summer Reading, we'll keep this month flexible. We will have a brief time to share FLYP news and resources and then open the space for discussion. Bring your questions for your peers, your summer success stories, and your ideas to share.

Join your fellow Youth Services staff from across the state to celebrate successes, share programming ideas and brainstorm solutions to challenges. These sessions are general discussions, so bring your thoughts, questions and ideas.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026
11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Eastern
Register now for The FLYP Side.

If you can’t join us live, don’t worry—simply complete the registration form, and you will receive a summary with links to the resources shared during the session in a follow-up email. I can’t wait to see you there!

For more information on the Florida Library Youth Program, visit our webpage.

DLIS Discussions

Strengthening Florida Library Friends Groups

How are you maximizing the impact of your Friends group? In June, we are holding a special Division of Library and Information Services (DLIS) discussion on connecting with your biggest supporters.

Join us for an informal panel featuring State Librarian Amy Johnson, Friends of the State Library & Archives Board members, and peer experts to discuss strategies for strong partnerships, navigating current Friends challenges and innovative success stories from Florida libraries.

Monday, June 22, 2026
3 - 4 p.m. Eastern
Register now for the DLIS Discussion.

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

Contact us at 850.245.6637 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.

These discussions focus on:

  • Sharing best practices.
  • Supporting adult literacy and ESOL programs in Florida libraries.
  • Building a new literacy program.
  • Coaching volunteers and staff.

Information on next session is forthcoming.

Adult Programming and Services discussion

Art, author talks, car maintenance, computer classes, cooking, crafting, furniture refinishing, games, gardening, knitting, movies, painting, puzzle exchanges, telehealth, speakers – join us to talk about programs and services for adults.

Information on next session is forthcoming.

Quarterly directors calls

Library cooperative coordinators

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

Friday, July 31, 2026
2 - 3 p.m. Eastern

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, July 29, 2026
2 - 3 p.m. Eastern
Register for the directors of small and rural libraries call.

Municipal Directors

This meeting is intended for public library directors of the state’s municipal libraries to have a chance to meet, discuss the needs of their diverse communities and share common challenges and opportunities.

Friday, July 24, 2026
2 - 3 p.m. Eastern
Register for the municipal library directors call.

New Directors

This meeting will allow new or transitioning library leaders to discuss issues that are unique to their libraries and share ideas or challenges that come up as they assume their new roles as public library directors.

Wednesday, July 15, 2026
2 - 3 p.m. Eastern
Register for the new library directors call.

Archived webinars

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

Library Development

During FY2025-26, 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 $169,404. This program does not receive any non-governmental funding.

Institute of Museum & Library Services LogoMany 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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