[OPLINLIST] NEO-RLS News: Going to OLC Next Week? Visit Us In Booth #220!

Wed Oct 14 13:52:48 EDT 2026

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[There will be no NEO-RLS newsletter next week as we'll be at OLC]

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A Note from the

Executive Director

NEO-RLS is headed to the OLC Convention & Expo next week at Kalahari, and we can’t wait to see you there!

Whether you’re a longtime NEO-RLS member, a new member, or someone who hasn’t connected with us yet, we’d love for you to stop by and say hello. Come chat with our team at Booth #220 to learn more about what NEO-RLS has to offer and how we can support you and your library.

We’ll have information about our Continuing Education opportunities, Active Learning Communities, Vendor Discount Program, consulting services, and more. It's also a great opportunity to ask questions, exchange ideas, and tell us what's happening at your library.

Most importantly, we'd love to hear from you. Your feedback is vital to our planning for future resources and training.

We hope to see you there!

Ragan

Exciting Events & CE You Can’t Miss!

October

Youth Services (Children & Teen) Active Learning Community Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588949911&mm=169733336127>

10/15/2026

Why Microlearning Works: Building a Culture of Continuous Learning (F)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588951133&mm=169733336127>

10/27/2026

Adult Services Active Learning Community Meeting  <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588952355&mm=169733336127>

10/27/2026

Inclusive Meetings That Work: Online, Hybrid, and Neuro-Inclusive Meeting Practice (I)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588953577&mm=169733336127>

10/28/2026

November

Outreach Active Learning Community Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588954799&mm=169733336127>

11/3/2026

Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPG) Are For Libraries<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588956021&mm=169733336127>

11/5/2026

Circulation Active Learning Community Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588957243&mm=169733336127>

11/10/2026

Technology Conference 2026: Proceed with Caution and Confidence<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588958465&mm=169733336127>

11/12/2026

NEO-RLS Open House: Laughter as a Radical Act<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588959687&mm=169733336127>

11/18/2026

Storytime Foundations Workshop<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588960909&mm=169733336127>

11/19/2026

December

Guided Reading Roundtable (GRRT): Cozy Healing & Romance<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588962131&mm=169733336127>

12/1/2026

NEW! Technical Services and Collection Development Active Learning community Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588963353&mm=169733336127>

12/3/2026

NEW! Special Libraries Active Learning Community Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588964575&mm=169733336127>

12/9/2026

Build Your Network: Adult Literacy At Your Library<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588965797&mm=169733336127>

12/10/2026

View Full Calendar<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588967019&mm=169733336127>

[Youth Services (Children and Teen) Active learning community meeting. october 15. Online via Zoom.]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588968241&mm=169733336127>
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Mark Your Calendars for 2027 Summer Reading Workshops

We are pleased to announce the dates for our 2027 Summer Reading Workshops.

Children- Thursday, January 21st

Teen-Wednesday, January 27th

Adult-Wednesday, February 10th

We are beginning to meet to plan these programs.  We could still use a few more voices on our committees.  If you are interested in helping us plan please email Melissa Lattanzi.<mailto:lattanzm at neo-rls.org>

Meeting Notes Posted to Message Boards

After each of our Active Learning Community Meetings we are doing our best to post the notes in the Message Boards if you were unable to attend or didn’t sign up for the meeting.  To get access to the Message Boards you first want to login in to your account.  Then under Member Information in the Dashboard, you will see User Information.  Click on Change Contact/Profile Info.  Once on that screen scroll towards the bottom where you will see Interest/Tracks be sure that the Active Learning Communities that you are interested in are selected.  Once that is selected and submitted you should be able to see the Message Boards you are interested in by going to left side of the screen where you will see Member Menu and choose Communication and Message Boards.  Then you can click into the Message Boards you are most interested in reviewing.  Please email Melissa Latanzi<mailto:lattanzm at neo-rls.org> if you need further assistance. Here is also a document<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588970685&mm=169733336127> with instructions to access the Message Boards.

Notes posted from the following meetings:

  *   Genealogy
  *   Human Resources
  *   Makerspace
  *   Training & Staff Development

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[NEO-RLS Open House. November 18.]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588971907&mm=169733336127>

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The Latest Edition of the State Library Monthly Edition Now Available

The latest edition of the State Library Monthly Report, which highlights recent updates, upcoming programs, and resources to support our patrons and community partners. This month's report includes continued strong usage across several key services, along with news about the State Library's new Columbus locations and information about recent activities and presentations from the State Library team. You can view the full report here.<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588973129&mm=169733336127>

[Technology Conference, November 12. Register now.]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588974351&mm=169733336127>

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Investment Scams: How Fraudsters Use A.A., Apps, and Social Media to Target You

This Scam Squad webinar for Cuyahoga County residents shows you how to recognize and avoid sophisticated scams before it's too late. A.I. increasingly is used to manipulate residents and make these scams appear more real. Learn from experts with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, the Securities and Exchange Commission, and the Commodities Futures Trading Commission. View the webinar on YouTube here.<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588975573&mm=169733336127>

To learn more about making safe investments, check out the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority's website here<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588976795&mm=169733336127>.

If you or someone you know has been the victim of a scam, contact law enforcement or you can reach out to the Scam Squad<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588978017&mm=169733336127> at 216-443-SCAM (7226).

[Inspired by a recent HR discussion at the Urban Library Council, a few library folks have gotten together to schedule an informal chat about employee training, professional development, and onboarding.   Please bring your questions, challenges, and wins! November 9 @ 1 PM Et. Email Alice Mackey  (amackey at delawarelibrary.org)  for the Zoom link.]<mailto:amackey at delawarelibrary.org?body=>

[Library Spotlight]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588979239&mm=169733336127>

Cleveland Public Library Hosting In-Person Lunch and Learn October 28

The Cleveland Public Library Office of Impact and Belonging and the Curb Cut Collective Employee Resource Group have an upcoming learning opportunity about disability awareness, inclusion, and creating more welcoming community spaces.

In-Person Lunch and Learn: Inclusion 101 – Tips for Including People with Developmental Disabilities

Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Time: 1:00 – 2:00 PM

Location: Cleveland Public Library – Memorial-Nottingham Branch I 17109 Lakeshore Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44110

Register! https://cpl.libcal.com/event/17691303<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=588980461&mm=169733336127>

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