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<p align="center" style="margin:0in;text-align:center;line-height:14.4pt"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">A Note From the</span></strong><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><br>
<strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Executive Director</span></strong></span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p style="margin:0in;line-height:14.4pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">I am excited to share updates from the recent NEO-RLS Board of Trustees July Meeting, marking the start of our new fiscal year. This meeting was
particularly significant as we welcomed <strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Gerry Vogel, the Assistant Director of Avon Lake Public Library</span></strong>, as the newest board member representing Zone 3 libraries. Gerry brings a wealth of
experience and a passion for library services that will undoubtedly enrich our board.
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<p style="margin:0in;line-height:14.4pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">In addition to our usual agenda, this meeting included a valuable DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility) training session. The
board and NEO-RLS staff participated in an insightful workshop on recognizing bias and microaggressions, facilitated by the Kent State Department of People, Culture, and Belonging. This training is crucial in our ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive
and equitable environment within our organization and the libraries we serve. <o:p>
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<p style="margin:0in;line-height:14.4pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">We are enthusiastic about the year ahead and eager to continue supporting our library community. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p style="margin:0in;line-height:14.4pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Have a great day! <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p style="margin:0in;line-height:14.4pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Ragan <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Summer and Fall Continuing Education</span></strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:10.8pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">August</span></strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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Librarians </span><strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">(I)</span></strong></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue">8/6/2024<br>
<a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302089077&mm=100436556055"><span style="color:#4444DD">LGBTQ+ 101 with an Intergenerational Perspective </span></a><a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302090299&mm=100436556055"><strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">(F)</span></strong></a>
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<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue">8/7/2024<br>
<a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302091521&mm=100436556055"><span style="color:#4444DD">Engaging with Teens Beyond Your Teen Library Staff </span></a><a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302090299&mm=100436556055"><strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">(F)</span></strong></a>
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<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue">8/15/2024<br>
<a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302092743&mm=100436556055"><span style="color:#4444DD">Public Relations and Marketing Virtual Networking Meeting</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue">8/20/2024<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue"><a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302093965&mm=100436556055"><span style="color:#4444DD">We See You:<br>
Library Programming for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities <strong>
<span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">(</span></strong></span></a><a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302090299&mm=100436556055"><strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">F)</span></strong></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue"><a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302095187&mm=100436556055"><span style="color:#4444DD">What can Roku do for your library?
</span><strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">(F)</span></strong></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue">8/27/2024<br>
<a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302096409&mm=100436556055"><span style="color:#4444DD">Become a Sustainability Leader:<br>
How to Increase the Environmental Capital of your Library. </span><strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">(F)</span></strong></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue">8/28/2024<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:10.8pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">September</span></strong><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><br>
</span></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue"><a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302097631&mm=100436556055"><span style="color:#4444DD">Prioritizing Self-Care for Management
</span><strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">(F)</span></strong></a>
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue">9/4/2024<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue"><a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302098853&mm=100436556055"><span style="color:#4444DD">Serving the Neurodivergent in your Library
</span><strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">(F)</span></strong></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue">9/5/2024<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue"><a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302100075&mm=100436556055"><span style="color:#4444DD">Circulation Networking Meeting</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue">9/5/2024<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue"><a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302101297&mm=100436556055"><span style="color:#4444DD">Human Resource and Fiscal Officer Networking
Meeting</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue">9/6/2024<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue"><a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302102519&mm=100436556055"><span style="color:#4444DD">Book Discussion Networking Meeting</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue">9/4/2024 <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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Public Libraries </span><strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">(F)</span></strong></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue">9/10/2024<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue"><a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302104963&mm=100436556055"><span style="color:#4444DD">AI is Here, Now What Do I Do as a Library Worker?
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<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:blue">9/11/2024<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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want to check your Junk/Spam Email folder sometimes it ends up in there. After the information about the survey is a link to the Dropbox which contains slides, a video webinar, and a CC webinar as well as a transcript, an audio only version and the chat box
file. You will want to click on the video webinar and download this to view it in its entirety as Dropbox only allows you to view 30 minutes. If you have any questions please email
<a href="mailto:lattanzm@neo-rls.org" target="_blank" title="lattanzm@neo-rls.org">
Melissa Lattanzi </a>or <a href="mailto:jeff.laser@neo-rls.org" target="_blank" title="jeff.laser@neo-rls.org">
Jeff Laser</a> and they will be able to assist you. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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Circulating Technology and Wellness Kits</a> for inspiration! Our newest offerings include a Mobile Podcast Studio Kit and a VR & AR Experiences kit. A recent borrower of the VR & AR Experiences kit had this to say: <em><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">"Renting
these kits gave us the opportunity to share some newer technology with our small rural community. We were able to provide this fun experience to teens, adults, and staff who otherwise would not have access to this type of technology. When we brought the kits
to the senior centers, we had them watch different 360 YouTube videos including tours of different countries, and even ocean exploration videos. From these experiences, the seniors remembered past trips and memories and shared them with us and one another."</span></em>
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<p style="margin:0in;line-height:10.8pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#555555">"Charlene Helsel-Kather, MLIS has served as the Supervisor of Technical Services and Circulation of Hubbard Public Library located in Hubbard,
Ohio since November 2018. In this role, she has numerous and diverse responsibilities including facilitation of all the services that the library provides, as well as maintaining technical services and circulation. She works 'behind-the scenes' to ensure
that all library operations run efficiently and effectively, including, for example, obtaining materials from other libraries. She also collects and evaluates data on all aspects of library operations, and she has excellent knowledge and insight on the needs
of each library population, from children to teens/young adults, adults, seniors and intergenerational. She exemplifies the mission of Hubbard Public Library, i.e., "…to provide free and easy access to information, ideas, books and technologies that enrich,
educate and empower the individuals of our diverse community." She advocates for assistance of library patrons in many realms, whether searches for materials, finding tutors for patrons who need assistance with school or studies, or seeking potential grant
sources for the library or its associated Friends nonprofit organization. Recently (June 2024), Charlene ("Charlie") has been honored by the author James Patterson. Specifically, with the release of his latest nonfiction title, "The Secret Lives of Booksellers
and Librarians," Patterson has honored nominated American Library Association members with tributes in recognition of the amazing work they provide to their communities. Congratulations Charlie!"</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#555555">
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<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#555555">Going strong twice a year since 2013, Teen Think Tank is a librarian-led event and a great opportunity for teen librarians to get together and
share ideas, insights, and opinions. The goal is for you to leave with at least one new contact and a handful of new ideas for programs, decorations, crafts, books, and more. Expect a lot of hands-on opportunities so you get to try games, make crafts, etc.
- all ideas and experiences you can take back to your library. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Ohio Afterschool Network</span></strong> is a statewide membership organization supporting out-of-school time professionals. OAN is dedicated to increasing high-quality afterschool and expanded learning opportunities
for school-age children, youth, and families in Ohio. Libraries are an important part of the afterschool ecosystem. Library workers are encouraged to
<a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302140401&mm=100436556055">explore OAN’s website</a> and consider
<a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302141623&mm=100436556055">becoming a member</a>. The regular Individual membership is $150/year, but OAN also offers a FREE “Supporter” membership level that gets you their newsletter and communications, networking
opportunities, and invitations to meetings and events (which may have a registration fee).
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<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#555555">Consider attending the
<strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">OAN’s next Quarterly Meeting on Wednesday, August 7</span></strong> at the State Library of Ohio, 274 E. First Ave, Columbus. Registration is free for Individual and Organizational OAN members and $35 for
others and includes lunch. <a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302142845&mm=100436556055">
Learn more and register</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p style="margin:0in;line-height:14.4pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#555555">CyberOhio has opened applications for a
<a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302144067&mm=100436556055">Cybersecurity Software and Services Grant</a> for local government entities.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p style="margin:0in;line-height:14.4pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#555555">Public libraries are eligible to apply for up to $20,000 to fund specific cybersecurity software and services.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:14.4pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#555555">Grant recipients must contribute a 20% local match.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:14.4pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#555555">Eligible projects include endpoint detection and response, multi-factor authentication, email security solutions, security operations center
as a service, or consulting services to implement security controls. Example products and services are listed in the Grant Application Guidance, but other similar solutions are also eligible.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p style="margin:0in;line-height:14.4pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#555555">Applicants can submit only one application, but may request funding for multiple projects.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:14.4pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#555555">Applications are open from July 22 - September 16, 2024.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:14.4pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#555555">Grant projects must be completed between December 1, 2024 through June 30, 2026.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;line-height:12.6pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#555555">More information, including guidance and a sample application, are available at CyberOhio:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<a href="https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=302144067&mm=100436556055">https://cyber.ohio.gov/priorities/assisting-local-government-entities/assisting-local-governments</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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