[OPLINLIST] NEO-RLS News: Poverty Simulation Recap, New Youth Service Bundle, New Programs & More

Wed May 15 12:28:39 EDT 2024

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A Note From the
Executive Director

Last week, I had the opportunity to participate in a poverty simulation at our 2024 Dynamic Dialogue conference, where we focused on socioeconomic diversity and underserved communities. The event began with the poverty simulation, an eye-opening and sometimes uncomfortable experience for me and many other attendees.

In our post-event survey, participants reported feeling discomfort during the simulation, yet they also recognized its importance and valued the emotional impact. Whether assuming the role of a person living in poverty or a community employee, the simulation offered profound insights into the daily struggles faced by those in need. These individuals often rely on public libraries as safe havens and sources of resources and comfort.

By briefly experiencing the stress and anxiety of living in poverty, we can deepen our empathy and compassion for those we serve. Based on the feedback from participants and our own experiences, we plan to offer the poverty simulation again in the future.

Have a great day!

Ragan

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Don't Forget to Register for Upcoming Continuing Education

May

Challenging Employee Conversations Without Fear<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283509789&mm=96245716831>

5/16/2024

Genealogy Networking Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283511011&mm=96245716831>

5/22/2024

2024 Directors' Retreat: Fostering a Thriving Work Culture<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283512233&mm=96245716831>

5/23/2024 - 5/24/2024

Cross-Training in a Union Environment<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283513455&mm=96245716831>

5/29/2024

June

After Care: How Employees Can Care for Themselves and Their Co-Workers After Difficult Patron Interactions<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283514677&mm=96245716831>

6/5/2024
Excel Drop-in Q & A (Excel Nerds and Novices welcome)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283515899&mm=96245716831>

6/5/2024

Conducting a Diversity Audit of Your Collections and Ordering: Where to Start<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283517121&mm=96245716831>

6/12/2024

Mental Health First Aid<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283518343&mm=96245716831>

6/13/2024

Human Resource/Fiscal Officer Networking Meeting-In Person<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283519565&mm=96245716831>

6/7/2024

Human Resource/Fiscal Officer Networking Meeting-Via Zoom<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283520787&mm=96245716831>

6/7/2024

Artificial Intelligence and the Library: A Beginner's Guide<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283522009&mm=96245716831>

6/20/2024

July

Practical Budget Management: How to Avoid Disaster, Make Smart Moves, Report Responsibly, and Stress Less About your Budget!<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283523231&mm=96245716831>

7/17/2024

August

LGBTQ+ 101 with an Intergenerational Perspective<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283524453&mm=96245716831>

8/7/2024

Engaging with Teens Beyond Your Teen Library Staff<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283508567&mm=96245716831>

8/15/2024

NEW-We See You: Library Programming for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283525675&mm=96245716831>

8/21/2024

What can Roku do for your library?<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283526897&mm=96245716831>

8/27/2024

September

Prioritizing Self-Care for Management<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283528119&mm=96245716831>

9/4/2024

NEW-Thinking Outside the (Search) Box: Advanced Strategies and Techniques for Fulfilling Patrons' Information Needs<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283529341&mm=96245716831>

9/18/2024

Challenging Post-COVID Impacts on School Readiness through Storytime Standards<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283530563&mm=96245716831>

9/24/2024

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Newly Added Youth Services Archived Webinar Bundle

Our new Youth Services Archived Webinar Bundle<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283533007&mm=96245716831> covers a wide variety of important subjects to help you serve your young patrons. You'll find webinars about restorative practices, the science of reading, social-emotional learning, and much more in one convenient place. Be sure to check out our Archived Webinar Bundles webpage<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283534229&mm=96245716831> for more great content.

It's Time to Nominate a Star

Have you witnessed someone making a significant impact in the library community—a colleague, friend, volunteer, or another exceptional individual? Recognize their efforts by nominating them for one of the NEO-RLS Annual Awards. Nomination forms can be found under the Awards tab on our website.<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283535451&mm=96245716831> Nominate a Rising Star, Shooting Star, or our latest addition, the Super Star award today!

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Funding Available from ODNR

A new round of funding is available from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) for Storybook Trails. Public libraries are eligible to apply for grants of $5,000 - $10,000. The Recreational Trails Program<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283536673&mm=96245716831> is a reimbursement grant program that provides up to 80% project funding. Applicants must own the property and use funding for Storybook Trail construction or maintenance, Storybook trailhead construction or maintenance, or interpretive signage for a Storybook Trail.

More information about the Storybook Train Grant is available on the ODNR website<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283536673&mm=96245716831> and the application is here<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283537895&mm=96245716831>. Applications are due by May 31.

Ohio Afterschool Network

The Ohio Afterschool Network 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 explore OAN’s website<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283539117&mm=96245716831> and consider becoming a member<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283540339&mm=96245716831>. 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).

Consider attending the OAN’s next Quarterly Meeting on Wednesday, May 22 here at the State Library, 274 E. First Ave, Columbus. Registration is free for Individual and Organizational OAN members and $35 for others and includes lunch. Learn more and register<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283541561&mm=96245716831>.

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Amplifying Voices: Inclusivity and Community Building in Digitization and Digital Preservation

When: 04 Jun 2024 2:00 PM, EDT

We are excited to announce that registration is now open for the SCAig 2024 Annual Workshop, “Amplifying Voices: Inclusivity and Community Building in Digitization and Digital Preservation.” This workshop will take place on Tuesday, June 4th from 2-3 pm EST on Zoom. A recording will be made available after the event for those unable to attend.

Joining us as our presenters are:

  *   Alyssa Pierce, Digital Preservation Manager, Case Western Reserve University, presenting: “Doing the Work: Incorporating DEI into Digitization and Preservation”
  *   Dr. Jazma Sutton, Assistant Professor, Miami University, presenting: “Teaching with Digital Archives and Local Libraries: The Jennie Elder Suel and Black Women of Oxford Digital Collection"

For more information about our presenters and their talks, please visit our webpage<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=283542783&mm=96245716831>.

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