South Central Library System

Free PLA Webinar -- Tips on Serving Patron Tech Needs

There’s a free webinar coming up from the Public Library Association (PLA) that addresses something many library staff hear a lot about: how best to serve patron tech needs.

Read more in Online Update.

Plain Language webinar recording available until Sept. 16-30

The Plain Language Webinar from Wisconsin Literacy (originally presented April 8, 2019) will be available for online viewing Sept. 16-30.

Read more in Online Update.

Bibliovation Training Scheduled

Registration for Bibliovation training is now open!

Multiple dates have been scheduled, so please check the registration link for the dates and times that work best for you.

You may register online at https://www.scls.info/ils/training.

End of year ordering and Windows 7

The end of the year is quickly approaching and it’s time to start thinking about your end of year PC orders. This is a reminder not to wait too long to place those orders. Friday November 8 will be the final day to place an order through SCLS that will guarantee an invoice in your hands before the end of the year.

Dashboards—Fast Facts by Library or County

The Fast Facts dashboard now includes all Wisconsin libraries, as well as a new tab for County Fast Facts. The dashboards use the 2012-2018 Wisconsin Public Library Service Data provided by libraries via their annual report. Filters at the top of the dashboards allow a library or county, and a year to be selected. Additional details can be viewed by hovering over areas of the dashboard.

Read more in the TechBits post by Jody Hoesly.

Registration open for Sept. 24 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Symposium

In a recent South Central Library System survey, participants reported regular interactions with community members who struggle with addiction and substance abuse disorders. This special symposium on Sept. 24, 2019, at the Wintergreen Resort in Wisconsin Dells.

Read more in Online Update.

Register now for WLA 2019 in Wisconsin Dells

Connect, learn, tour circus world…Plan your conference stay now!

Register for the conference using the online form or printable form. Make your plans early because early bird special rates end Sept. 16. Find information on sessions, events, and after hours activities on the WLA Conference webpage.

Read more in Online Update.

Bruce Deming to receive SCLS Foundation’s 2019 Cornerstone Award

Bruce Deming’s career in the library furniture business began innocently as a college business major when he took a summer job in a furniture manufacturing plant. After a subsequent position in sales serving Wisconsin and its public libraries, Deming made the life choice to start his business here instead of Illinois or Michigan.

Read more in Online Update.

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