August Events Digest
Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, explore fresh ideas, or connect with colleagues across Ohio’s library community, OhioNet has something for you! Browse this month’s round-up of upcoming webinars, in-person workshops, and vendor demos designed to boost your skills and help you connect with fellow OhioNet members.
Have questions about an event or need assistance with registration? We’re happy to help! Email our team at [email protected].
Featured Events:
NEW: Introduction to Stakeholder Mapping on 8/21
Webinar on Thursday, August 21, 2025, 3-4 p.m. | $15.00 (Member) / $45.00 (Non-Member)
Join us for a practical webinar on how to conduct stakeholder mapping to improve planning, communication, and decision-making. You’ll learn how to identify key stakeholders, assess their levels of power and interest, and use this information to guide engagement strategies. Whether you’re launching a project or considering strategies to share your library’s story this session will help you focus your efforts.
Learning objectives:
- Understand the purpose and value of stakeholder mapping
- Identify and classify stakeholders
- Analyze stakeholder dynamics
- Map the influence between stakeholders, including influence in project success
Additional Upcoming Events:
Coffee with Katy: August Edition
Member Networking Event on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 10-11 a.m. | Free!
Bring your favorite morning beverage and drop in for virtual conversation and connection with OhioNet Executive Director & CEO Katy Mathuews and fellow OhioNet members. With summer reading just behind us and back-to-school season ahead, this month’s chat will center on all things children’s programming — bring your ideas and questions! These sessions will not be recorded, so be sure to save the date and join us live. Learn more and register here.
OhioNet Introduces a New Partnership with Creativebug
Product Demo on Thursday, September 4, 2025, 2:30-3:30 p.m. | Free!
OhioNet is thrilled to announce our new partnership with Creativebug — an incredible resource now available to all OhioNet members! Members will receive a 15-20% discount off list price. With this partnership, libraries can gain affordable access to Creativebug’s vast collection of thousands of craft and art tutorials at all skill levels. Meghan Alley, our representative, will be reviewing the features of this resource. Due to the recent interest in OhioNet’s Makerfest summit, Meghan will also take some time to specifically identify resources for makerspaces or maker programming. Learn more about Creativebug product features and register here.
Basics of Creating Original Catalog Records
Webinar on Thursday, September 11, 2025, 2:30-4 p.m. | $15.00 (Member) / $45.00 (Non-Member)
Explore the basic steps you need to know to create an original catalog record. You’ll learn how to efficiently find and assess MARC records to copy so you never have to start with a blank work form. This webinar will dive into the vocabulary and structure of original cataloging processes, along with the basic reference sites that can support your individual cataloging needs. Learn more and register here.
Making & Makerspace Programming Lightning Round
Webinar on Thursday, September 25, 2025, 3-4:30 p.m. | $15.00 (Member) / $45.00 (Non-Member)
After a popular session at our in-person MakerFest event in June, OhioNet is bringing the energy online! Join us for a virtual forum to hear programming ideas focused on making and makerspaces. This lightning round session will feature short presentations from multiple librarians, highlighting both successful and experimental programs from their libraries. You’ll hear from a mix of returning MakerFest presenters and new voices throughout this fast-paced event, all offering creative ideas you can try in your own library. Learn more and register here.
Webinar on Thursday, October 9, 2025, 2:30-4 p.m. | $15.00 (Member) / $45.00 (Non-Member)
This introductory session invites attendees to learn about the basics of cataloging “things” – from tea sets to museum passes, historical regalia and artifacts, toys, games, and all kinds of “non-book” materials. Learn more and register here.
Library and Archival Accessibility: A Practical Approach to Physical Accommodation
Webinar on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 3-4 p.m. | $15.00 (Member) / $45.00 (Non-Member)
This webinar will discuss low-cost and no-cost solutions to accessibility accommodations. The presenter will utilize real world scenarios to illustrate how to approach accessibility in a phased approach. Participants will leave the session with a practical workflow for how to determine what accommodations need to be available and how to implement them. The webinar will discuss how to get administrative buy-in and what you can do right now. Learn more and register here.
Looking for more? View a full listing of upcoming events and professional development opportunities on our Training page.
