[OPLINLIST] OhioNet April Events Digest now available!

[Jillian Tuttle]

Happy spring! View OhioNet’s April Events Digest of upcoming webinars, workshops, and member events below.

Need assistance or have questions? We’re happy to help — reach out to our team at ohionet at ohionet.org<mailto:ohionet at ohionet.org>.

Featured Events:

Join us for "Conversations Worth Having for Library Employees" in person on May 13<https://www.ohionet.org/event/conversations-worth-having-for-library-employees-at-any-level-2>
In-person workshop on May 13, 2026, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | $150.00 (Member) / $200.00 (Non-Member)

If you’re dealing with communication challenges at your library, Conversations Worth Having for Library Employees will give you the skills and tools to turn them around. Workshop attendees will learn and practice how to spark meaningful connections, ignite creativity, and empower library employees at all levels to make a difference.

Free Member Event "Fair Use Fact & Fiction" on April 23!<https://www.ohionet.org/event/fair-use-fact-fiction>
Webinar on April 23 from 3-4 p.m. | Free! (Member) / $45.00 (Non-Member)

In this webinar we’ll look at the fair use statute, including carefully reviewing the four factors found of fair use. We’ll also discuss common myths and misconceptions about fair use. This webinar will include some scenario work and Q&A time.


Additional Upcoming Events:

MARC Coding Review<https://www.ohionet.org/event/marc-coding-review-4>
Cataloging webinar on April 9, 2026, 2:30-4:30 p.m. | $15.00 (Member) / $45.00 (Non-Member)

MARC (Machine-Readable Cataloging) is the language most libraries use to encode the records for their collections. Building on the basic overview of MARC provided in our introductory webinar series, this session dives into the details of each of the major tag groups and highlights areas of importance for different material types.

Foundations of Workplace Accommodations<https://www.ohionet.org/event/foundations-of-workplace-accommodations>
Wellbeing webinar on April 14, 2026, 3-4 p.m. | Free! (Member) / $45.00 (Non-Member)

Establish a strong understanding of workplace accommodations with this foundational webinar! This session will provide an overview of the accommodation process and discuss management’s responsibilities during the interactive process when faced with an employee’s request for a workplace accommodation.

Attendees will also discuss the current legal landscape concerning accommodation requests for pregnancy and religious beliefs. Case law will be reviewed throughout.

Discover Infobase’s New Platform Features and Streaming Video Solutions to Support Your Library<https://www.ohionet.org/event/discover-infobases-new-platform-features-and-streaming-video-solutions-to-support-your-library>
Product demo on April 16, 2026, 3-4 p.m. | Free!

Please join us for a fast-paced overview Infobase’s new all-in-one platform, as well as two streaming services built specifically for public libraries: Access Video On Demand and Just for Kids.

NewsBank Updates: Platform Features and New Collections<https://www.ohionet.org/event/newsbank-updates-platform-features-and-new-collections>
Product demo on May 7, 2026, 3-4 p.m. | Free!

Please join us for an update from NewsBank on new platform features and content available in their collections.


Looking for more? View a full listing of upcoming events and professional development opportunities on our Training page<https://www.ohionet.org/training>.

Best,
Jillian

Jillian Tuttle, MLIS
Communications Manager
p: (614) 484-1065
e: jilliant at ohionet.org<mailto:jilliant at ohionet.org>
(she/her/hers)
www.ohionet.org<http://www.ohionet.org>
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