[OPLINLIST] NEO-RLS News: Want to Get Involved With NEO-RLS? Join a Committee or Advisory Group!

Wed Jul 23 13:05:03 EDT 2025

[https://d15k2d11r6t6rl.cloudfront.net/public/users/Integrators/c2036c03-dbf6-4270-99c5-7afb8a06e2b9/NEOL/Newsletter%20Header%20Update.png]

[Canva II. September 27, 2025 at 2 PM. Online via zoom.]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425721261&mm=129796798525>

[https://d15k2d11r6t6rl.cloudfront.net/public/users/Integrators/c2036c03-dbf6-4270-99c5-7afb8a06e2b9/NEOL/Ragan%20Snead.jfif]

A Note from the

Executive Director

As we plan for the upcoming year, we invite NEO-RLS members to become more involved by volunteering for one of our Board Committees or Advisory Groups. These groups are essential in shaping our services and ensuring we meet the changing needs of our region’s libraries.

  *   Volunteering is open to everyone! This is a fantastic opportunity to build leadership skills, and we encourage library staff at all levels to participate.
  *   We ask volunteers to commit to at least one year.
  *   Meetings are usually held twice a year, except for the Finance Committee, which meets four times annually.
  *   Board Committee meetings are conducted in person, while Advisory Groups meet virtually.
  *   We ask that volunteers actively attend meetings, review materials, and engage in discussions.

For a complete list of available opportunities, visit the Board Committee <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425722483&mm=129796798525> and Advisory Groups <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425723705&mm=129796798525> pages.

We are also currently seeking volunteers for our Annual Star Awards Selection Group. This group will review nominations and select the winners of our Rising Star, Shooting Star, and Super Star Awards. This is an exciting opportunity to help us recognize outstanding achievements across the region.

If you have any additional questions or if you'd like to volunteer, please contact me at ragan.snead at neo-rls.org<mailto:ragan.snead at neo-rls.org>. The NEO-RLS team looks forward to working with you!

Have a great day!

Ragan

Exciting Events & CE You Can’t Miss!

July

Stress Management for Real Life: <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425724927&mm=129796798525> Evidence-Based Ways to Heal, Recharge, and Find Balance <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425726149&mm=129796798525> (F)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425726149&mm=129796798525>

7/29/2025

Supporting Neurodivergent Colleagues and Staff<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425727371&mm=129796798525> (F)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425727371&mm=129796798525>

7/30/2025

August

Guided Reading Round Table (GRRT): Historical Romance<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425728593&mm=129796798525>

8/5/2025

Excel Drop-In Q&A<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425729815&mm=129796798525>

8/6/2025

How Libraries Can Build Connections to Combat Loneliness<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425731037&mm=129796798525>

8/7/2025

Jamborees and Gentle Reminders: Bolstering Usability of LibGuidesThrough Employee Development Opportunities (I)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425732259&mm=129796798525>

8/7/2025

From Conflict to Collaboration: A Practical Guide for Communicating Through Disagreement<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425733481&mm=129796798525> (I)

8/12/2025

Time Management: Scheduling and Prioritization <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425734703&mm=129796798525> (I)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425734703&mm=129796798525>

8/20/2025

Chair Yoga for Library Workers Series: Change the Narrative by Cultivating Opposite Thought <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425735925&mm=129796798525> (F)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425735925&mm=129796798525>

8/27/2025

September

Cybersecurity for Library Staff <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425737147&mm=129796798525> (F)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425737147&mm=129796798525>

9/3/2025
Lead with Clarity: Intentional Communication for Library Supervisors<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425738369&mm=129796798525> (I)

9/10/2025

Canva II: Designing Impactful Flyers and Print Materials <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425739591&mm=129796798525> (I)

9/17/2025

The Power of Civility: Elevating Standards and Transforming Service<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425740813&mm=129796798525> (I)

9/22/2025

Introduction to Storytime: Planning for Success<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425742035&mm=129796798525> (I)

9/23/2025

Chair Yoga for Library Workers Series: Roles and Right Actions <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425743257&mm=129796798525> (F)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425743257&mm=129796798525>

9/24/2025

Time Management: Overcoming Procrastination <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425744479&mm=129796798525> (I)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425744479&mm=129796798525>

9/30/2025

October

Cybersecurity for IT and Mangers <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425745701&mm=129796798525> (I)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425745701&mm=129796798525>

10/2/2025

Doing What Matters: Values in the Library <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425746923&mm=129796798525> (I)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425746923&mm=129796798525>

10/8/2025

Back to the Book XXIV: Blurred Lines: A Genre-Blending Discussion <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425748145&mm=129796798525> (I)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425748145&mm=129796798525>

10/9/2025

Marketing and Outreach: Creating Engagement and Awareness <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425749367&mm=129796798525> (I)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425749367&mm=129796798525>

10/15/2025

A Deeper Dive into the Science of Reading-Repeated <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425750589&mm=129796798525> (I)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425750589&mm=129796798525>

10/16/2025

Holding My Own: Lessons Learned as a Neurodivergent Library Leader <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425751811&mm=129796798525> (I)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425751811&mm=129796798525>

10/21/2025

Safe Space - LGBTQ+ Cultural Competence Training<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425753033&mm=129796798525> (F)

10/23/2025

Thriving at Work: Practical Strategies for Better Days in the Library<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425754255&mm=129796798525> (F)

10/30/2025

View Full Calendar<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425755477&mm=129796798525>
[Introduction to storytime. September 23, 2025.]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425756699&mm=129796798525>

[https://d15k2d11r6t6rl.cloudfront.net/public/users/Integrators/c2036c03-dbf6-4270-99c5-7afb8a06e2b9/NEOL/Announcements.jpg]

We Are Pleased to Introduce the 2025–2026 Officers of the NEO-RLS Board of Trustees:

President: Jen Grill, Mentor Public Library

Vice President: Melissa Mallinak, Loudonville Public Library

Secretary: Marisha Sullivan, Holden Forests & Gardens

We’re grateful for their leadership and dedication to supporting libraries throughout the region. We also extend our appreciation to all of our trustees for their ongoing commitment and service.

To view the full list of board members and learn more about their roles, visit our Board of Trustees page<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425757921&mm=129796798525>.

We look forward to another great year of collaboration and progress!

[Excel Drop-In  Q&A. August 6]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425759143&mm=129796798525>

[https://d15k2d11r6t6rl.cloudfront.net/pub/8ziy/om4q4zpg/w1d/6ti/pek/NewStateLibrary_1.png]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425760365&mm=129796798525>

 Registration is Now Open for ODNFest

The State Library of Ohio is pleased to announce ODNFest will be returning on September 30, 2025. ODNFest will be held in person at the State Library of Ohio in Columbus, Ohio.

Light breakfast and lunch will be provided.  Ample free parking is available at the State Library of Ohio.

Learn more and register here.  <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425761587&mm=129796798525>

[Chair Yoga for Library Works 2. August 27, 2025]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425735925&mm=129796798525>

[https://d15k2d11r6t6rl.cloudfront.net/pub/8ziy/om4q4zpg/obg/ddi/wmy/thumbnail_image001.jpg]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425762809&mm=129796798525>

Register Now for Early Literacy 101 Workshops - September 22 at Medina

Registration is now open for two in-person Early Literacy 101 workshops<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425764031&mm=129796798525> presented by Ohio Ready to Read<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425765253&mm=129796798525>. Early Literacy 101 is a full-day workshop open to all Ohio public library workers and offered at no cost to attendees. It’s great for anyone who plans and presents storytimes, and for anyone who wants to learn how to help children get ready to read. Participants will learn how brain development impacts how young children learn, and will explore effective, research-based early literacy resources and activities.

Register now<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425766475&mm=129796798525> for the event on Monday, September 22 at the Medina County District Library, Medina (northeast Ohio).

[https://d15k2d11r6t6rl.cloudfront.net/pub/8ziy/om4q4zpg/4gg/gec/h4c/Library%20Spotlight.jpg]

Hudson Library & Historical Society Wins ‘Best Library’ in 2025 Parent Choice Awards

Congratulations to Hudson Library & Historical Society, which was recently named "Best Library" in the 2025 Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards!

Learn more about Hudson's win here.<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425767697&mm=129796798525>

Recognition also goes to the Beachwood Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library (2nd Place) and Lakewood Public Library (3rd Place).

Email our Marketing & Engagement Coordinator Jill at jill.grunenwald at neo-rls.org<mailto:jill.grunenwald at neo-rls.org?subject=Library%20Spotlight> if you have a story from your library you want to share.

Did someone forward you this newsletter? Click here <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425768919&mm=129796798525> to create your own account.

[Reserve our Technology and Wellness Kits]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425770141&mm=129796798525>
[Continuing Education @ a Glance]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425771363&mm=129796798525>
[NEO-RLS Jobline]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425772585&mm=129796798525>

[E-Mail]<mailto:ragan.snead at neo-rls.org>        [Web Site] <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425773807&mm=129796798525>       [Facebook] <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425775029&mm=129796798525>       [LinkedIn] <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=425776251&mm=129796798525>

Click here to unsubscribe.<https://mms.neo-rls.org/members/optout.php?orgcode=NEOL&msg=187932281&mid=3665611083>
View this email as a web page<https://mms.neo-rls.org/msg_detail.php?mid=187932281>
Message sent by Northeast Ohio Regional Library System, jill.grunenwald at neo-rls.org<mailto:jill.grunenwald at neo-rls.org>
Northeast Ohio Regional Library System | 12701 Ravenwood Dr | Chardon, OH 44024

[https://mms.neo-rls.org/message/187932281/3665611083/vc_credit.png]<https://neo-rls.org>
-------------- next part --------------
An HTML attachment was scrubbed...
URL: <http://lists.oplin.org/pipermail/oplinlist/attachments/20250723/f4df9715/attachment.htm>