Continuing Education

Big Ideas Book Discussion (August 2025) | Reset: How to Change What’s Not Working

This month’s Big Ideas Book Discussion title is Reset: How to Change What’s Not Working (c2025) by Dan Heath.

August 22, 2025 9:30 am

From Planning to Impact: Strategic Planning Essentials for Library Boards

This training will empower library board members to confidently evaluate the outcomes of their strategic plans.

August 6, 2025 6:30 pm

Evaluate That: Practical Ideas for Assessing Library Programs and Services

In this down-to-earth session, CE Consultant and evaluation enthusiast Sam Bouwers will share some of her favorite approaches for evaluating plans and programs.

August 28, 2025 10:00 am

Getting Started with Mometrix: Statewide Test Prep Access for Iowa Libraries

This session will introduce Iowa libraries to Mometrix eLibrary - a comprehensive test preparation platform offering resources for over 1,000 different exams.

July 18, 2025 10:00 am

Endorsement Program Frequently Asked Questions

Ready, Set, Game: Designing Accessible Games for Youth Library Programs

Join Denise Bean for an engaging and practical training session focused on creating positive play experiences for blind and low-vision youth.

May 21, 2025 1:00 pm

Friday Tech Focus (May 2025): Tame the Chaos with Notion

Join us for a peak into Notion—the digital workspace that's part note-taker, part task manager, and all about making your life easier.

May 30, 2025 9:30 am

Check it Out (June 2025)

Check it Out! is a monthly webinar series from the State Library of Iowa spotlighting the best new books for ages 0-18.

June 24, 2025 11:00 am

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Check it Out (May 2025)

Check it Out! is a monthly webinar series from the State Library of Iowa spotlighting the best new books for ages 0-18

May 27, 2025 11:00 am

Big Ideas Book Discussion (May, 2025) | Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout

May’s Big Ideas Book Discussion will feature Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout by Cal Newport.

May 16, 2025 9:30 am

Pop YS Live (May 2025): Organizing Recruited Presenters

This month’s Pop YS Live will feature an all-inclusive look at working with outside presenters in your library.

May 13, 2025 1:00 pm

Director Roundtable 2025 (Southwest District, Manning): Assess, Adapt, Act

This year’s Director Roundtables give attendees an opportunity to further dig into our 2025 education theme: Assess, Adapt, Act.

May 13, 2025 9:30 am - May 13, 2025 12:30 pm

Director Roundtable 2025 (North Central District, Algona): Assess, Adapt, Act

This year’s Director Roundtables give attendees an opportunity to further dig into our 2025 education theme: Assess, Adapt, Act.

May 20, 2025 10:00 am - May 20, 2025 1:00 pm

Director Roundtable 2025 (North Central District, Charles City): Assess, Adapt, Act

This year’s Director Roundtables give attendees an opportunity to further dig into our 2025 education theme: Assess, Adapt, Act.

May 29, 2025 10:00 am - May 29, 2025 1:00 pm

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Continuing Education

Continuing Education

Big Ideas Book Discussion (August 2025) | Reset: How to Change What’s Not Working

From Planning to Impact: Strategic Planning Essentials for Library Boards

Evaluate That: Practical Ideas for Assessing Library Programs and Services

Getting Started with Mometrix: Statewide Test Prep Access for Iowa Libraries

Endorsement Program Frequently Asked Questions

Ready, Set, Game: Designing Accessible Games for Youth Library Programs

Friday Tech Focus (May 2025): Tame the Chaos with Notion

Check it Out (June 2025)

Upcoming Events

Check it Out (May 2025)

Big Ideas Book Discussion (May, 2025) | Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout

Pop YS Live (May 2025): Organizing Recruited Presenters

Director Roundtable 2025 (Southwest District, Manning): Assess, Adapt, Act

Director Roundtable 2025 (North Central District, Algona): Assess, Adapt, Act

Director Roundtable 2025 (North Central District, Charles City): Assess, Adapt, Act

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