A Note from the
Marketing & Engagement Coordinator
We’ve given our Vendor Discount page a refresh! With new graphics and a reorganized layout, it’s now easier than ever to explore the wide range of discounts available to our Gold, Silver, and Bronze member libraries. From collection development and library supplies to furnishings, equipment, and professional services, our vendor partners offer meaningful savings that can help offset the cost of your NEO-RLS membership. Learn more about the benefits of membership here.
As always, we’re here to support your work and that includes making sure the vendor discounts we offer are relevant and useful. If there are vendors you’d love to see added to the program, let us know!
Heading to ALA this week? While you’re walking the exhibit floor, keep an eye out for new vendors who could benefit the NEO-RLS community. If something catches your eye, send us a recommendation.
We’re always looking for new ways to maximize the power of our collective membership so help us grow this program to meet your needs! Jill |
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Last Chance to Nominate a Star! There's only a few days left to nominate a standout library staff member for a NEO-RLS Star Award! Help us celebrate the incredible individuals who make a difference every day in our libraries. We’re celebrating excellence at every stage of a library career: - Rising Star – Less than 5 years of service
- Shooting Star – 5 to 20 years of service
- Super Star – More than 20 years of service
Nominations close June 30, 2025! Let’s shine a light on the people who go the extra mile for their libraries and communities. Learn more by visiting our website here. |
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| Registration Open for Early Literacy 101 Workshops |
Registration is now open for two in-person Early Literacy 101 workshops presented by Ohio Ready to Read.
Early Literacy 101 is a full-day workshop open to all Ohio public library workers and offered at no cost to attendees. Workshops this summer/fall include: -
Wednesday, August 20 at the Public Library of Steubenville & Jefferson County, Schiappa Branch, Steubenville (eastern Ohio). Registration is open for Steubenville!
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Monday, September 22 at the Medina County District Library, Medina (northeast Ohio). Registration is open for Medina!
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Monday, November 3 at the Liberty Branch, Delaware County District Library, Powell (central Ohio)
- Friday, November 14 at the Pickaway County Library, Circleville (central Ohio)
Registration opens in August for Powell and Circleville. Additional workshops will be announced this fall.
Early Literacy 101 is for new and seasoned library workers in children’s services and outreach. It’s great for anyone who plans and presents storytimes, and for anyone who wants to learn how to help children get ready to read. Participants will learn how brain development impacts how young children learn, and will explore effective, research-based early literacy resources and activities.
The workshop covers the Six Early Literacy Skills presented in the PLA/ALSC Every Child Ready to Read® 1st edition, and the Five Early Literacy Practices presented in the 2nd edition, along with other early literacy concepts and storytime tips. Learn more about Early Literacy 101.
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| Register for FREE Webinar Hosted by LearnRT! When: Jul 29, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM (ET) Topic: Technical Training Services Top Ten
In today’s technical services organization, staff development plays a pivotal role in enhancing service delivery. Librarians, as lifelong learners, recognize how a strong learning culture can lead to organizational success. This interactive session explores a variety approaches to integrating formal and informal training into daily workflows, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, strengthening participant buy-in and peer collaboration, and increasing job satisfaction. Come hear a top ten and leave with a plus-one idea for your own workplace.
Learn more and register for this free webinar here. |
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| Virality on TikTok Opens Up a New Chapter for East Cleveland Public Library
Congrats to East Cleveland Public Library for the recent feature in Cleveland Magazine highlighting the library's viral TikToks! From promoting upcoming programs, jumping on current social trends, and more, East Cleveland Public Library is bringing the magic of libraries to new audiences through their social media posts.
To see ECPL's amazing content yourself, check out @ecplibrary on TikTok or @east_cleveland_public_library on Instagram. Email our Marketing & Engagement Coordinator Jill at jill.grunenwald@neo-rls.org if you have a story from your library you want to share. |
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