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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">WebJunction content and upcoming webinars – August 14, 2024<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><a href="https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/Fostering-public-library-teen-engagement.html">Fostering public library teen engagement through connected learning</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">For public libraries, building connected learning-based teen services means reimagining offerings to reflect the culture and needs of diverse teens and their communities. Two new reports for library leaders
and staff offer valuable insights and recommendations for public libraries working to foster teen engagement through connected learning. Read this article to learn more about the reports and supplementary resources that can support your library$B!G(Bs teen engagement
efforts. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><a href="https://www.webjunction.org/news/webjunction/the-signs-and-science-of-burnout.html">The signs and science of burnout</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Employee burnout is rising at an alarming rate across many fields. In libraries, staff often face added unique challenges that contribute to workplace pressure and make the need for supporting employees even
more pressing. To respond to these increased demands, WebJunction created >From Burnout to Balance, a self-paced course that can help learners identify burnout causes, manage stress, and boost emotional resilience. This interactive graphic offers a preview
of the information and resources you$B!G(Bll find in the course.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><a href="https://hangingtogether.org/advancing-ideas-inclusion-diversity-equity-accessibility-6-august-2024/">Advancing IDEAs: Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, 6 August 2024</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">This is the latest <i>Hanging Together</i> blog post, part of
<i>a regular </i><a href="https://hangingtogether.org/tag/IDEA/">series</a><i> on issues of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility, compiled by a team of OCLC contributors.</i><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">WebJunction Webinars</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">These upcoming webinars are open for registration. If you can$B!G(Bt attend a live session, all WebJunction webinars are recorded and available for free in the <a href="https://learn.webjunction.org/">Course Catalog</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Library customer service and adult programs for people living with dementia<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Wednesday, August 28, 2024 </span>
<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Cambria Math",serif">$B"!(B</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific
</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Cambria Math",serif">$B"!(B</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> 60 minutes<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Registration: <a href="https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/library-people-living-with-dementia.html">
https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/library-people-living-with-dementia.html</a>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">With over 55 million people worldwide living with Alzheimer$B!G(Bs disease and related dementias, and many more serving as their caregivers, it$B!G(Bs essential for library staff to learn how to support these community
members. This webinar will offer a comprehensive overview of Alzheimer$B!G(Bs dementia and practical advice on meeting the needs of both those with dementia and their caregivers. We$B!G(Bll cover best practices, guidelines, and actionable ideas for creating dementia-friendly
services, including compassionate customer service, specialized reference resources, and engaging programming. By focusing on lifelong learning, mental stimulation, and social connections, libraries can make a meaningful difference for those experiencing cognitive
decline and their caregivers.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Crafting and maintaining effective patron policies for community success<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Wednesday, September 18, 2024
</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Cambria Math",serif">$B"!(B</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific
</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Cambria Math",serif">$B"!(B</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> 60 minutes<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Registration: <a href="https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/crafting-and-maintaining-effective-patron-policies.html">
https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/crafting-and-maintaining-effective-patron-policies.html</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Effective library policies are essential for setting clear expectations, defining responsibilities, and establishing boundaries for both patrons and staff. This session will cover the ten most common patron-facing
policies and offer guidance on selecting and tailoring them to meet your library and community needs for safe and effective operation. Using a Code of Conduct policy as an example, we$B!G(Bll discuss how to avoid policies driven by trauma or drama, ensuring they
are clear, accessible, and enforceable. Additionally, we$B!G(Bll explore best practices for policy management, including the importance of regular reviews by directors, boards, and staff, to maintain accountability and relevance.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Engaging Beyond Our Walls: Libraries connecting communities through outdoor games and stories<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Thursday, September 26, 2024 </span>
<span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Cambria Math",serif">$B"!(B</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> 3:00 pm Eastern / 12:00 pm Pacific
</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Cambria Math",serif">$B"!(B</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> 60 minutes<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Registration: <a href="https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/engaging-beyond-our-walls.html">
https://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/engaging-beyond-our-walls.html</a>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Discover how libraries across the country are creating their own outdoor games and interactive stories that showcase local history, landmarks, and voices. These playful activities, often designed by library
staff, include texting with murals, audio tours by Black feminist historians, ghost scavenger hunts, and "eye spy" quests for architecture and culture. These low-tech creations are part of a national project, Engaging Beyond Our Walls, which aims to connect
libraries with their communities in innovative ways. Learn how over 50 towns and cities have already joined in, using free templates and training from the Playful City Lab of American University and the DC Public Library. Find out how these do-it-yourself
tools can help libraries of all sizes tell their own stories and build stronger places. Whether you're looking for a small or big project, this webinar will provide you with inspiration, resources, and real outcomes that can catalyze community engagement.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="mso-ligatures:none">This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:5.0pt"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Century Gothic",sans-serif;color:#2E74B5;mso-ligatures:none">Cathy Lancaster</span></b><span style="color:#2E74B5;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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