Governor's Advisory Council on Library Development Open Forum
Sunday Sessions, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Mary Garm - Chair, GAC
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Dale Hamby - Vice-Chair, GAC
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Allison Mackley - Executive Committee, GAC
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Susan Banks - Deputy Secretary & State Librarian
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Facilitating Successful Visual Arts Programs for Adults at Your Library
Sunday Sessions, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Intro to Teen Volunteers
Sunday Sessions, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Making Cents Of Games: Using Games To Fundraise
Sunday Sessions, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Research & Write with Generative AI
Sunday Sessions, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Sensory Rich Environment for Early Childhood Programs
Sunday Sessions, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Author Panel - Part 1
Sunday Sessions, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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The Art of Small Talk and Other Networking Skills
Sunday Sessions, 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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Future Focused: Designing a ChatGPT workshop for First Year University Students
Sunday Sessions, 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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Leveraging Public Media to Spark Engagment
Sunday Sessions, 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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Make New Friends - But Keep the Old. Retention and Recruitment to Keep Friends Strong
Sunday Sessions, 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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Mother Goose on the Loose: More than Just a Storytime
Sunday Sessions, 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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Tough Interactions: Preserving Access Rights in Public Service Behavior Response
Sunday Sessions, 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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Author Panel - Part 2
Sunday Sessions, 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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President's Program: Libraries and the Communities We Build Together: Celebrating Impact and Inspiring Action
President's Program, 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Shamichael Hallman - Director of Civic Health and Economic Opportunity, Urban Libraries CouncilShamichael Hallman is a dynamic changemaker, author, and civic innovator dedicated to strengthening communities through equity, engagement, and creative problem-solving. As Director of Civic Health and Economic Opportunity at the Urban Libraries Council, he develops national partnerships and initiatives that position libraries as essential infrastructure for healthy democracies and economically resilient cities. Shamichael is the author of Meet Me at the Library, a compelling exploration of how libraries foster civic dialogue, community engagement, and bridge-building in today’s society. The book has garnered widespread acclaim, inspiring conversations on the transformative role of public libraries in democracy. With an MS in Nonprofit Leadership from the University of Pennsylvania, Shamichael has lectured at institutions such as Harvard and Rutgers. A sought-after speaker, he inspires action and catalyzes change through his work, bridging gaps between diverse communities and creating pathways for collective progress.
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Welcome Reception
Welcome Reception, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Coffee & Un-Conference Discussions
Monday, Breakfast Options
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Not Attending
Monday, Breakfast Options
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Championing Freedom: Libraries as Guardians of Intellectual Freedom and Social Justice
Monday Sessions, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Growing Communities with Seed Libraries
Monday Sessions, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Voracious Readers’ Advisory: How to Satisfy (Hopefully!) the Insatiable Reader
Monday Sessions, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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You can do it!: A Roadmap to Earning your PA Forward Gold Star in One Year
Monday Sessions, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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2025 Carolyne L. Smith Best Practices Awards Presentations - Part 1
Monday Sessions, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Communication, Compliance and Compassion - the Cornerstones of HR Best Practices - Part 1
Monday Sessions, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Communication, Compliance and Compassion - the Cornerstones of HR Best Practices - Part 2
Monday Sessions, 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Dare to Be Different: Crafting Exciting Adult Programs at the Library
Monday Sessions, 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Health Programming at Your Library: Project Ideas, Resources, and Opportunities
Monday Sessions, 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Re-animate Your Teaching: Raising Student Spirits By Utilizing the Backward Design Process
Monday Sessions, 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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You Don’t Need a Title to be a Leader
Monday Sessions, 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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2025 Carolyne L. Smith Best Practices Awards Presentations - Part 2
Monday Sessions, 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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A Library of Great Big Feelings Activities with Children's Author Hallee Adelman
Monday Sessions, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Accessible Reading for All: Supporting Your Library Youth with LAMP
Monday Sessions, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Information Literacy for Real Life: Debunking TikTok Videos with Library Resources
Monday Sessions, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Rural Library Forum: PA Rural Population Revitalization Commission
Monday Sessions, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Safety By Design
Monday Sessions, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Thrive in 25: Best Practices in Board Governance
Monday Sessions, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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CWF Luncheon, Caprese Chicken
Monday Lunches
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CWF Luncheon, Eggplant Roulade (VG)
Monday Lunches
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Exhibits Grand Opening Strolling Lunch
Monday Lunches
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CRD Luncheon, Caprese Chicken
Monday Lunches
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CRD Luncheon, Eggplant Roulade (VG)
Monday Lunches
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Not Attending
Monday Lunches
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No-Conflict Exhibit Time & Poster Presentations
Monday Poster Sessions & No-Conflict Exhibit Time
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Exhibitor Showcase: Hale Manufacturing- Library furniture since 1907 (2:25 PM - 2:45 PM)
Exhibitor Showcases, 2:25-2:45 PM
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Exhibitor Showcase: Aspen Discovery for Evergreen Libraries!
Exhibitor Showcases, 2:50-3:10 PM
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eResource Lending and Service Changes: Decision-Making and Communication Strategies
Monday Sessions, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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In-Reach to Boost Morale and Realize Our Full Potential
Monday Sessions, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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New Horizons: Navigating the Future of Inclusive Librarianship
Monday Sessions, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Lessons from a Library Disaster
Monday Sessions, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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The NWPA Innovation Beehive Network: Public Libraries as Economic Development Partners
Monday Sessions, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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The Social Emotional Future: Using Upper Middle Grade Texts To Uplift Tweens
Monday Sessions, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Visit the Exhibits/ 5 PM Raffle Drawing
Visit the Exhibits (5 PM Raffle Drawing)
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Public Library Division Business Meeting (5:30 - 6 PM)
Monday Evening Membership Meetings/Events
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PA Black Librarians' Caucus Membership Event (5:30-6:30 PM)
Monday Evening Membership Meetings/Events
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Coffee & Un-Conference Discussions
Tuesday Breakfast Options
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SPARK & Friends Breakfast
Tuesday Breakfast Options
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Not Attending
Tuesday Breakfast Options
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Beyond the Book Club: Low or No Cost Adult Program Ideas
Tuesday Sessions, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Building a Community Fridge: Food Equity as a Library Service
Tuesday Sessions, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Future-proofing Privacy Literacy Programming: A Participatory Design Workshop
Tuesday Sessions, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Libraries After 2024: Emerging Trends, Opportunities, and What Comes Next
Tuesday Sessions, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Measuring What Matters: Summer Library Impact and Outcomes
Tuesday Sessions, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Small Libraries, Big Leadership: Navigating Board Challenges for New Directors
Tuesday Sessions, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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No-Conflict Exhibit Time & Poster Presentations
Tues AM Poster Sessions & No-Conflict Exhibit Time
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Exhibitor Showcase: Designing for Everyone: Building Beautiful, Accessible & Mobile-Friendly Library Websites with LibSites (10:10 AM - 10:30 AM)
Exhibitor Showcases, 10:10-10:30 AM
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Exhibitor Showcase: : “Strengthening Libraries Through Friends: What PCBL Can Do for You”?
Exhibitor Showcases, 10:10-10:30 AM
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Exhibitor Showcase: New and Updated Tools for Readers, Learners, and Job Seekers (10:35 AM - 10:55 AM)
Exhibitor Showcases, 10:35-10:55 AM
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2025 PA Forward(R) Adult Literacy Programming Awards
Tuesday Sessions, 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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Building a Better Library: Cultivating a Positive Work Culture
Tuesday Sessions, 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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Cutting Through the Noise - What’s Working NOW to Spur Donor Engagement
Tuesday Sessions, 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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Libraries and AI 2.0: Prompt Writing for Librarians and Library Workers
Tuesday Sessions, 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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Read All About It!: Newspaper Digitization and Clipping Files in the Library
Tuesday Sessions, 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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Where the Schoolhouse and the Library Meet: Partnerships with Local School Districts
Tuesday Sessions, 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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PLD Luncheon, Honey Mustard Chicken
Tuesday Lunches
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PLD Luncheon, Ancient Grains Bowl
Tuesday Lunches
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Not Attending
Tuesday Lunches
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Exhibits Strolling Lunch
Tuesday Lunches
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Exhibit Hall Raffle Drawing
Exhibit Hall Raffle Drawing
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Engage Your Community Through Storytelling
Tuesday Sessions, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Engaging Libraries in Brain Health: Raising Awareness and Inspiring Action
Tuesday Sessions, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Even YOU Can Do A Music Program
Tuesday Sessions, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Leveraging Technology to Drive Library Card Signups
Tuesday Sessions, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Making School Outreach Flexible and Simple with Ready-to-Go Programs
Tuesday Sessions, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Spirits in the Library: Beer (& Chili) Tasting Fundraisers
Tuesday Sessions, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Outreach at any Size
Tuesday Sessions, 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
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Overcoming the Fear: Engaging with Teens in the Library
Tuesday Sessions, 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
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The PaLA Hidden Treasure: The Digital Media Calendar
Tuesday Sessions, 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
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Technopoly: A Surveillance Capitalism Parody Game Design Jam
Tuesday Sessions, 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
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You Can't Make This Stuff Up!
Tuesday Sessions, 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
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Ex Libris Donor Reception
Ex Libris Donor Reception
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Closing Breakfast: The Library's Value Increases in the Age of AI
Closing Breakfast
Speakers
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Nick Tanzi - Author, Digital Librarian; Assistant Director, South Huntington Public Library
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Not Attending
Closing Breakfast
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Empowering Vulnerable Populations in Your Public Library
Wednesday Sessions, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Homeschool Exploratorium: Programming for the Homeschool Community
Wednesday Sessions, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Hosting a Human Library
Wednesday Sessions, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Making a Space for Teens: Redefining Space in a One-room Library
Wednesday Sessions, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Media Literacy in the Age of AI
Wednesday Sessions, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Stemming the Spread and Influence of Misinformation: A Public Library Approach
Wednesday Sessions, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Building Home Libraries and Promoting Library Awareness by in the Community
Wednesday Sessions, 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
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Ending the Stigma - Period. Throwing a Period Party at Your Library
Wednesday Sessions, 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
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Everything All At Once!: Addressing Cognitive Load in Libraries
Wednesday Sessions, 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
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Pennsylvania Libraries: Where are we now, and what does the future hold?
Wednesday Sessions, 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
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Rainbow Connection Collection
Wednesday Sessions, 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
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Turn Your Library into a Passport Acceptance Facility!
Wednesday Sessions, 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM