[OPLINLIST] NEO-RLS News: Register Now For Adult Literacy Workshop

[Jill Grunenwald]

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[October 2026 Active Learning Community Meetings]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582969443&mm=167994651309>
 
[Melissa Headshot]

A Note from the

Continuing Education Coordinator





We are pleased to bring you Build Your Network:  Adult Literacy at Your Library<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582970665&mm=167994651309> in-person workshop on Thursday, December 10th at the Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library.



Libraries can be active hubs for life-changing transformation. For the millions of adults who struggle with reading, writing, or digital navigation, the local library is often the only free, safe, and judgment-free resource available. Please join us for our Adult Literacy Workshop which is intended for public library staff interested in adult literacy, and our aim is to host a day of connection, conversation and sharing. We hope to build a network of library staff interested in adult literacy, regardless of library size. We acknowledge that all libraries may have different needs, so we hope to bring interested groups together to learn from each other. Below are the sessions included in the day.

Read for Life: Learn about this unique Adult Literacy program at the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library. Read for Life Coordinator Kristy Szkudlarek will share the program’s history, explain the intake and assessment process, and explain how tutors are carefully recruited and trained to help learners succeed. You’ll learn about our core program offerings, including High School Equivalency (HSE), U.S. Citizenship, English as a Second Language, reading, and Life Skills.

Serving International & Multilingual Learners: In this session, you’ll learn practical and respectful ways to serve international and multilingual learners.

Community Connections and Resources: Adult Services Library Consultant Katy Hite will share ideas to help you find literacy connectors in your community, resources for strengthening your offerings for literacy in your library and more.

Lastly, with time permitting we will end the day with a roundtable discussion for adult services.



Registration and information<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582970665&mm=167994651309>



We look forward to seeing you,

Melissa

Exciting Events & CE You Can’t Miss!



October

Workplace Wellbeing Active Learning Community Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582971887&mm=167994651309>

10/1/2026

AI Traffic Light: Flipping the Narrative (F)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582973109&mm=167994651309>

10/6/2026

Guided Reading Round Table (GRRT): Cozy Mystery & Horror<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582974331&mm=167994651309>

10/6/2026

Pride is 365: Providing Year-Round LGBTQIA+ Programming and Services (A)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582975553&mm=167994651309>

10/7/2026

Lights, Camera, Content: Creating Social Media Videos with Ease (F)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582976775&mm=167994651309>

10/8/2026

Middle Management Active Learning Community<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582977997&mm=167994651309>

10/8/2026

Academic Library Directors Active Learning Community Meeting (In Person)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582979219&mm=167994651309>

10/9/2026

Construction and Facilities Active Learning Community Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582980441&mm=167994651309>

10/13/2026

 2026-2027 Leadership Academy (I)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582981663&mm=167994651309>

10/14/2026

Youth Services (Children & Teen) Active Learning Community Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582982885&mm=167994651309>

10/15/2026

Why Microlearning Works: Building a Culture of Continuous Learning (F)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582984107&mm=167994651309>

10/27/2026

Adult Services Active Learning Community Meeting  <https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582985329&mm=167994651309>

10/27/2026

Inclusive Meetings That Work: Online, Hybrid, and Neuro-Inclusive Meeting Practice (I)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582986551&mm=167994651309>

10/28/2026



November

Outreach Active Learning Community Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582987773&mm=167994651309>

11/3/2026

NEW! Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPG) Are For Libraries<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582988995&mm=167994651309>

11/5/2026

Circulation Active Learning Community Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582990217&mm=167994651309>

11/10/2026

Technology Conference 2026: Proceed with Caution and Confidence<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582991439&mm=167994651309>

11/12/2026

NEW! Storytime Foundations Workshop<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582992661&mm=167994651309>

11/19/2026



December

Guided Reading Roundtable (GRRT): Cozy Healing & Romance<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582993883&mm=167994651309>

12/1/2026

Build Your Network: Adult Literacy At Your Library<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582970665&mm=167994651309>

12/10/2026

View Full Calendar<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582995105&mm=167994651309>
 
[2026-2027 Leadership Academy Begins October 14. Register now.]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582981663&mm=167994651309>
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Open House Scheduled



Mark you calendars for NEO-RLS's Annual Open House on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Twinsburg.  Our featured speaker will be Tim Jones the 2025 School Librarian of the Year.



 This special event is your opportunity to gain insight into NEO-RLS's financial progress and achievements over the last year, learn about our services and strategic priorities, and receive a special update from the State Library. We'll celebrate the contributions of our members and recognize the 2026 Rising Star, Shooting Star, and Super Star Award recipients. Attendees will also have the opportunity to connect with members of the Board of Trustees, Board Committees, Advisory Groups, and Active Learning Communities to explore ways to get involved. We look forward to celebrating with you and sharing what's next for NEO-RLS!



Registration coming soon!

 
[Pride is 365. October 7. Register now.]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582997549&mm=167994651309>
 
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ODNFest is 10 days away! Registration Closes Sunday, October 4!



The State Library of Ohio will host the ODNFest: Authenticity in the Digital Age on October 8, 2026 at the Columbus Metropolitan Library: Dublin Branch in Dublin, Ohio. ODNFest is an opportunity for library and museum digitization professionals to gather and explore current and relevant digitization topics. This year, the event will focus on authenticity in the rapidly changing digital landscape as library professionals navigate AI, authenticity in digital collections, and so much more.

Dublin Branch Columbus Metropolitan Library
75 N High St, Dublin, OH 43017
October 8, 2026, 9:30-4:30
Event Cost: $35
Registration closes October 4 or when event is full

Register Here.<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582998771&mm=167994651309>

 
[Construction and Facilities Active Learning Community, October 13. Online via Zoom.]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=582999993&mm=167994651309>
 
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Two Weeks to Register for the Fall FY2027 E-Rate Workshops



You still have two weeks register for the first of the Fall FY2027 Workshops<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=583001215&mm=167994651309>!

Whether you are a first-time filer or an experienced E-Rate veteran, Lorrie Germann will cover the information you need to succeed with the E-Rate program.



Not only can you get funding for branch connections,* but there are also great opportunities for funding basic maintenance and internal connections at any of your locations through your Category 2 E-Rate budgets.

*Libraries participating in the OPLIN managed branch connection project may still want to attend to learn about Category 2 funding; to learn more about the managed branch project, visit oplin.ohio.gov/mbc<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=583002437&mm=167994651309>.

The training opportunities this fall include:

FY2027 E-Rate for Library Beginners Workshop<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=583003659&mm=167994651309> on Wednesday, October 14 at 1pm (online)

FY2027 E-rate for Experienced Library Applicants Workshop<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=583006103&mm=167994651309> on Thursday, October 15 at 1pm (online)

FY2027 Form 470 Training for Library Category 1 Services Workshop<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=583007325&mm=167994651309> on Tuesday, October 27 at 1m (online)

FY2027 Form 470 Training for Library Category 2 Services Workshop<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=583008547&mm=167994651309> on Thursday, October 29 at 1pm (online)

Questions? Feel free to email me at christine at oplin.ohio.gov<mailto:christine at oplin.ohio.gov>.

 
[Academic Library Directors In Person Active Learning Community Meeting October 9]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=583009769&mm=167994651309>
 
[Library Spotlight]<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=583010991&mm=167994651309>

Lorain County Community College Celebrates Toni Morrison



LCCC will celebrate the life and work of Lorain native and Nobel and Pulitzer prize winner Toni Morrison with a free showing of the documentary “Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am" at 6:30 p.m., Oct. 14 in Stocker Arts Center Hoke Theatre. The screening is free and open to the college and community.



Before the film - Presentations by students in LCCC’s Mandel Humanities to Career Program

After the film - Discussion led by Gloria J. Buxton and Cheri Campbell



This event is part of Beloved: Ohio Celebrates Morrison<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=583012213&mm=167994651309>



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'd like to share.

 

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