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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261014T130000Z
DTEND:20261014T230000Z
SUMMARY:Information Desk Open
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CATEGORIES:INFORMATION DESK
LOCATION:La Vista Conference Center\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTART:20261014T140000Z
DTEND:20261014T170000Z
SUMMARY:Intro to Anime and Manga: A Cram Session
DESCRIPTION:Hello everyone! Please join us\, Liz Dukelow and Lyndsey Kopsa\, as we geek out over Anime and Manga! This session is great for newbies or hard core otakus! We cover a variety of topics including but not limited to: tropes\, Japanese visual language\, purchasing\, reviewing\, cataloging practices\, age ranges for materials\, collectables\, censorship\, fanmade content\, programing ideas\, and much much more! \n Warning! This is a duplicate session of the presentation Liz and Richard did at the 2025 Kansas Library Association Conference.
CATEGORIES:PRE-CONFERENCE
LOCATION:Sugarloaf\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/764d839ce5f19cb1baf7255cfa9289d9
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261014T140000Z
DTEND:20261014T170000Z
SUMMARY:Qualitative Research Bootcamp for Librarians & Archivists
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to do your own research study but were unsure where to start? Slay this dragon by attending this workshop designed for everyone...from the novice unsure where to start to the experienced researcher who wants a refresher. Publication doesn’t have to be part of your job to attend! Participants will get a crash course in qualitative research. Other topics include choosing and using frameworks\, IRB\, the publishing process\, and co-authoring.&nbsp\;This is a hybrid program with both an in-person and virtual option.
CATEGORIES:PRE-CONFERENCE
LOCATION:Dapper 3\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/2b3b4889fddfeff23e572abcd45908b6
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261014T170000Z
DTEND:20261014T180000Z
SUMMARY:Lunch on Your Own
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CATEGORIES:LUNCH
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/83eea4f439baa11840ed01c160af2ffe
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261014T180000Z
DTEND:20261014T220000Z
SUMMARY:Advocacy in Action
DESCRIPTION:This dynamic preconference will equip library workers with the knowledge to confidently navigate some of the most challenging issues facing libraries\, the skills and media training to communicate most effectively\, and awareness of what successful library advocacy has looked like from those involved in the work.\n \n The NLA Advocacy Committee needs to confirm speakers for this preconference if accepted\, but we have a plan in mind and anticipate that we can provide four hours of content. This includes the following:\n \n Policies in Practice – Navigating Requests for Reconsideration\, What It Means for Libraries to be a Limited Public Forum\, First Amendment Audits and How to Respond\n \n Policies in Practice Workshop – Facilitated group workshop with attendees working together to review or create a library policy.\n \n Media Training – How to communicate with the media\, stay on message\, etc.\n \n Panel Discussion – Members from NLA Advocacy\, MPLA\, state senator or staff\, elected officials. Moderated discussion on what has worked for them\, how to communicate with elected officials\, what people can do.
CATEGORIES:PRE-CONFERENCE
LOCATION:Dapper 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/7fd89a4921239394bdd0c80f8643eeb4
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261014T180000Z
DTEND:20261014T210000Z
SUMMARY:Threading the Needle: Navigating Tough Topics in Librarianship
DESCRIPTION:Drawing on the Plains women’s tradition of addressing community issues through conversation at knitting circles and quilting bees\, Patty Collins and Maribeth Shafer will facilitate an interactive craft-based discussion on complex challenges in librarianship.\n \n With more than 40 years of combined experience\, the facilitators will introduce real-world scenarios to spark meaningful dialogue. Participants are encouraged to bring their own difficult topics\, questions\, and works-in-progress (WIPs) to keep their hands busy as they contribute to the conversation.\n \n As attendees engage in hands-on crafting\, drawing\, or coloring they will also engage in thoughtful discussion—creating a relaxed\, collaborative environment that supports multiple learning styles. This format lowers barriers to participation\, encourages reflection\, and fosters authentic connection among peers.\n \n In a time when professional disagreements can quickly become polarized\, this session offers a structured yet informal space for constructive dialogue\, shared problem-solving\, and community building. Participants will leave with new perspectives\, practical strategies\, and strengthened professional connections.
CATEGORIES:PRE-CONFERENCE
LOCATION:Gatsby\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/87e049710a9c70ad9a4dea43fd5c3c2f
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261014T210000Z
DTEND:20261014T220000Z
SUMMARY:MPLA Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:MEETING
LOCATION:Manhattan II\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/5508da25cc6887a77a579aa6e9da1206
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261014T220000Z
DTEND:20261014T233000Z
SUMMARY:Dine Around
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CATEGORIES:SOCIAL EVENT
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/42ccedeadc8beecf5408949b54f9b00e
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261014T223000Z
DTEND:20261014T233000Z
SUMMARY:Omaha Public Libraries\, Central Library Open House and Tours
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CATEGORIES:SOCIAL EVENT
LOCATION:Central Library\, Omaha Public Library\, 7205 Dodge St\, Omaha\, NE 68114
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/1f1dbfbe0e97b1f5610c3cbe4a9e8f1a
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DTSTART:20261014T233000Z
DTEND:20261015T003000Z
SUMMARY:Keynote: Jewel Rodgers
DESCRIPTION:Over the past nearly two years as Nebraska State Poet\, Jewel Rodgers has reached thousands across the state through performances\, workshops\, and community-based programming. In this keynote\, she reflects on what she’s accomplished during her tenure while sharing a selection of both newly written and recognized works. Grounded in themes of growth\, resilience\, and creativity\, her work explores the complexities of human nature with a distinct edge of motivational insight.
CATEGORIES:KEYNOTE
LOCATION:Central Library\, Omaha Public Library\, 7205 Dodge St\, Omaha\, NE 68114
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/aa23c4aa0b3c7cf5d4b10f388936313d
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T120000Z
DTEND:20261015T230000Z
SUMMARY:Information Desk Open
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:INFORMATION DESK
LOCATION:La Vista Conference Center\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/21cd5a165428b066464c64b1aa5a72cf
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T130000Z
DTEND:20261015T134500Z
SUMMARY:AI Literacy as Civic Duty: Preparing Students for America's AI-Powered Future
DESCRIPTION:As artificial intelligence reshapes how students access\, evaluate\, and create information\, academic libraries stand at the heart of ensuring equitable AI literacy across higher education. This session explores how academic librarians can create safe\, judgment-free spaces within information literacy and research instruction where students explore AI's complexities\, experiment with emerging tools\, and develop critical evaluation skills. Attendees will learn practical approaches to integrating AI literacy into existing library instruction programs\, including a detailed outline of a newly developed for-credit AI literacy course based on the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education. Participants will leave with concrete strategies for teaching students to use AI to enhance rather than replace research processes while upholding academic integrity and information ethics.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Sugarloaf\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/f5cf8c1c0a592e4a08484cf5c661b93a
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T130000Z
DTEND:20261015T134500Z
SUMMARY:How Did I Get Here and Why Do I know That? Stories and Confessions of Small Library Directors
DESCRIPTION:Library Directors\, especially in small and rural libraries find themselves dealing with situations and knowing things they never could have imagined when they started working in libraries. This panel will share stories of lessons learned\, advice on dealing with the unexpected\, and answer questions. What is something you have had to deal with or wondered how others would address? Questions can be submitted prior to the session or asked during the discussion.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Gatsby\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/af8b3754818b4485d0de086abd0033a2
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T130000Z
DTEND:20261015T134500Z
SUMMARY:Navigating AI: Conversations\, Guidance\, and Policy in Nebraska Libraries
DESCRIPTION:The rapid arrival and development of AI is having a profound effect on libraries\, librarianship\, and education. As libraries and librarians work to account for this new\, disruptive\, and powerful information technology\, they need to take into their patrons\, stakeholders\, and organizational cultures. Join a diverse panel of librarians for a discussion of how guidance\, policies\, and the conversations surrounding AI are playing out in community college\, public\, and university libraries.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/ab771acdec78616dd76f876aa46fe636
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T130000Z
DTEND:20261015T134500Z
SUMMARY:Saving the Site: A D.I.Y. Approach to Website Archiving​
DESCRIPTION:This presentation focuses on sharing documentation from a website archiving project while highlighting the fragility of the internet and reliable data. For this America 250 themed conference special attention will be given to highlighting projects like the End of Term Web Archive and Citizen Historians for the Smithsonian which work to preserve information related the U.S. government. These efforts document changes to materials which can face intentional malice alteration with the goal of rewriting history.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Fedora 2\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/d8e9d41baf0e95a804aee18a9782cb31
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T130000Z
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SUMMARY:Starting a Reading Dragons & Friends Program at Your Library
DESCRIPTION:Reading Dragons and Friends is a fun reading incentive program. It uses the popularity of trading card games to encourage students to read. They earn collectable\, playable trading cards. Reading Dragons was created by the Dover Public Library and has grown into a nationwide cooperative of libraries sharing resources.\n We will share information on our program at the Brookings Public Library. Learn how we started\, tips we learned and things we are adding year two!
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 2\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/d615f6c9952d0a1ec920e141fb0348f7
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
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SUMMARY:The Nebraska Rural Poll at 30: Insights for Libraries
DESCRIPTION:Across the United States\, trust in public institutions has declined steadily over recent decades. Confidence in schools\, media\, and politics has eroded since the late 20th century\, with national institutions often ranking lowest in public trust.\n \n While organizations such as Gallup and Pew have long tracked these trends\, libraries have rarely been included in national surveys of institutional confidence. In 2025\, the Nebraska Rural Poll - the longest-running survey of rural life in the United States - addressed this gap by adding public libraries to its instrument. In its 2025 iteration\, 943 respondents reported the highest levels of confidence in public libraries among all institutions measured. At the same time\, demographic variation in responses offers important insights for librarians planning for the future. \n \n This presentation\, featuring members of the Nebraska Rural Poll team and researchers from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln\, will highlight key findings from the 2025 data alongside longitudinal insights drawn from nearly three decades of survey work. Attendees will gain an understanding of the Poll’s history\, methodological approach\, and ways to contribute to the design of future surveys\, and consider strategies for how librarians and community stakeholders can use findings to improve connections with their communities.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Fedora 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/8a6ec399e81554411b0d1dbfef3c3cc7
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T130000Z
DTEND:20261015T134500Z
SUMMARY:Where Stories Come Alive: Inside Our Reading Programs
DESCRIPTION:Discover how the Hastings Public Library fosters a lifelong love of reading through a diverse range of reading programs designed for children\, teens\, and adults. This presentation provides an overview of our year-round literacy initiatives\, including seasonal reading challenges\, early literacy programs\, teen engagement\, and adult reading incentives.\n \n Participants will learn how we structure our programs and will hopefully leave with ideas and adaptable approaches that can be customized to fit libraries of varying sizes\, budgets\, and community needs.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 3\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/9637be17d09faac73f16f5fc2d183865
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T130000Z
DTEND:20261016T000000Z
SUMMARY:Exhibit Floor Open
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CATEGORIES:EXHIBIT FLOOR
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/86730d0f74a9108cdbf2bdcde084fa9c
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T140000Z
DTEND:20261015T144500Z
SUMMARY:Beyond Inclusion: Building Library Collections That Center Native Voices
DESCRIPTION:Many libraries are making strides toward building inclusive and representative collections. Achieving true inclusion\, however\, often involves more than simply adding a few titles by Native authors. This session explores strategies for meaningfully incorporating Native materials into library collections\, guided by principles of respect\, reciprocity\, and representation. Participants will learn practical frameworks for evaluating\, acquiring\, and promoting Native content while navigating challenges such as respectful cataloging\, relationship-building with Native communities\, and cultural sensitivity. The session will provide a toolkit of strategies to support a shift from inclusion toward equity in collection development.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Fedora 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/3b41c41d0e5c4dcad3879640ca105045
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DTSTART:20261015T140000Z
DTEND:20261015T144500Z
SUMMARY:Data Analysis for Librarians: Using the R Programming Language to Tell Your Data Story
DESCRIPTION:Library workers routinely use and analyze data related to their collection\, patrons\, and institutions. Using code for data management\, analysis\, and visualization can be extremely useful to them. This talk will cover the basics of the R programming language and how it can be used to analyze data and to create visualizations and interactive dashboards. Attendees will leave with a foundational understanding of R's capabilities and ideas for applying these skills in their libraries.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Fedora 2\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/e36a3f6aef30b30fcfd6f8dbcc53e93e
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DTSTART:20261015T140000Z
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SUMMARY:From Racism to Reconciliation: The Path Forward for Nebraska
DESCRIPTION:Roots of Justice: A History of Race and Racism in Nebraska is a pathbreaking\, multidisciplinary edited volume that confronts the history of racism experienced by minority populations in Nebraska. The book contains chapters on Native American\, African American\, Latino\, Asian\, and Refugee populations. Each chapter is written by an expert in the field\, who is also a member of that particular community. The authors capture the lived experience of these groups\, and point the way forward for racial understanding and reconciliation. \n \n The presenter\, Gabriel Bruguier\, authored the chapter\, “A History of Native People in Nebraska\, Part I”. He is an enrolled member of the Yankton Sioux Tribe\, Assistant Professor and Teaching and Learning Librarian at University of Nebraska Libraries\, and the City of Lincoln Commissioner on the Nebraska Commission on Indian Affairs. He will contextualize his contribution through his family history\, discuss some of the challenges experienced while writing the chapter\, and explain the significance of the Native American rallying cry\, “We are Still Here!"\n \n This presentation will also give an overview of other chapters in the book\, focusing on the multidisciplinary approach taken by the authors\; discuss accompanying resources to the book\; discuss the open accessibility of the book and individual chapters\; and discuss ways in which librarians and educators might integrate the work into community programs and educational curriculum.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Sugarloaf\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTART:20261015T140000Z
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SUMMARY:Playing to Your Strengths: Empowering Your Best Work
DESCRIPTION:Discover how recognizing and leveraging your natural strengths can boost your confidence\, improve teamwork\, and make your daily work more energizing. In this session\, we’ll explore simple strategies for identifying what you do best\, aligning tasks with strengths\, and building a workplace where everyone shines. Come ready to reflect\, share\, and leave with practical tools to help you do more of the work that lights you up.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 3\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTART:20261015T140000Z
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SUMMARY:Stars\, Stripes\, and Strong Libraries: Preparing for Advocacy Challenges With Case Studies
DESCRIPTION:As libraries remain at the heart of their communities\, they face growing challenges involving materials\, policies\, governance\, and public trust. In this interactive MPLA Advocacy Committee session\, participants will work through case studies based on current library controversies and trends. Small-group discussions will help attendees evaluate policies\, procedures\, and communication strategies\, identify potential gaps\, and explore practical tools that can be adapted for staff training\, board development\, and advocacy preparedness.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 2\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/d57b8471eb7413e54885dcf2a09a9e98
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T140000Z
DTEND:20261015T144500Z
SUMMARY:Tough Questions You Need Answered About Your Library: Navigating Space\, Systems\, and Technology
DESCRIPTION:The role of libraries in today’s communities extends far beyond new construction. It includes the creative adaptation\, renovation\, and expansion of existing buildings to meet evolving user needs. Through adaptive reuse\, strategic additions\, and new facilities\, libraries are embracing flexibility and innovation to remain vital civic anchors. This panel will examine multiple approaches to library design—transforming existing structures\, expanding current spaces\, and building new—highlighting how each can produce dynamic\, sustainable\, and inclusive environments.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/2a0ed85c02f285658cf57602e9537914
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T140000Z
DTEND:20261015T144500Z
SUMMARY:Youth Services Tips and Tricks
DESCRIPTION:Explore innovative and low-cost youth services programming designed to inspire curiosity and creativity\, support early literacy\, connect with the community\, and build lifelong readers. Participants will learn practical and cost saving strategies for implementing engaging programs for children\, teens and families\, including ideas on reusing materials\, promoting through free marketing\, engaging activities\, and community partnerships.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Gatsby\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/39f58993b36d81b3de4c4c729998582a
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T150000Z
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SUMMARY:Keynote: Kelvin Watson
DESCRIPTION:Kelvin Watson is executive director of the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District\, Nevada’s largest library system\, where he oversees 25 branches\, 600+ employees\, and a $77 million budget. A nationally recognized library leader\, Watson is known for innovative work in technology\, outreach\, digital access\, and service to underserved communities. His leadership has earned major recognition\, including the ALA Library of the Future Award\, the RUSA Best Emerging Technology Award\, and honors from the Urban Libraries Council. Previously\, he served as director of Broward County Libraries\, which was named Florida Library Association’s 2020 Library of the Year during his tenure
CATEGORIES:KEYNOTE
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/3174b739393c08e100ba6cc25815340e
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T154500Z
DTEND:20261015T161500Z
SUMMARY:Exhibitor Break
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CATEGORIES:EXHIBIT FLOOR
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/fae6dc24f31aef10895d896da96a35d0
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T161500Z
DTEND:20261015T170000Z
SUMMARY:Best Teen Titles of 2026
DESCRIPTION:Brief book talks/reviews of new titles recommended to public and school libraries\, covering both middle school and high school levels.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Fedora 2\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/fc4c48df530e94380f56bcf2e3257ae8
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DTSTART:20261015T161500Z
DTEND:20261015T170000Z
SUMMARY:Borrowing Brains - Working Together to Figure It Out!
DESCRIPTION:Woodrow Wilson said that he used his brains and all that he could borrow. Following his insight on the power of collaborating\, please help us discover solutions to library-life challenges. There will be mentoring as we help each other.\n Got a conundrum to share in advance so it can be anonymized? Please provide as much information as you can to help us better understand it. You can send it to Elena Rosenfeld (erosenfeld@highplains.us).
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/d3c958cec79ab6db722c9e17d6ac8df0
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T161500Z
DTEND:20261015T170000Z
SUMMARY:From Review to Remediation: Building a Sustainable Reparative Metadata Workflow
DESCRIPTION:This presentation describes the results of UNL Libraries’ project to implement reparative metadata practices by replacing or supplementing pejorative or outdated subject headings in our bibliographic metadata. Using examples drawn from local subject heading review and remediation workflows\, it explores how librarians at UNL evaluate replacement and supplemental subject headings\, determine when to replace\, supplement\, or retain existing headings\, and document the rationale for those decisions. The presentation also addresses practical implementation methods in Ex Libris Alma\, such as local authority records\, normalization rules\, and tools for altering how subject headings are displayed\, as well as the importance of community consultation\, transparency\, and internal documentation in creating sustainable metadata remediation. It provides strategies for navigating the technical challenges of handling subject headings that have variant forms and for balancing local language decisions within shared bibliographic environments with numerous stakeholders. The presentation offers a practical model for institutions beginning similar reparative metadata initiatives.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Fedora 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:3fad5cbcdbf1751d6722edbb66276e4f
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/3fad5cbcdbf1751d6722edbb66276e4f
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T161500Z
DTEND:20261015T170000Z
SUMMARY:From Shelf to Spotlight: Amplifying Readers Services with Adult Programming
DESCRIPTION:Want to add readers services into your adult programs? This session will spark ideas for building engaging\, reading-based programs that fit your capacity and inspire your community.\n \n We’ll highlight two successful adult programs\, sharing practical tools\, lessons learned\, and creative strategies for designing\, scaling\, and sustaining programs that deepen community connection through reading.\n \n You’ll leave this session with new ways to think about program design and actionable steps to turn resources into powerful\, people-centered programs.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Gatsby\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c63c1d23056aa49f2ad7e6634d2f6c79
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/c63c1d23056aa49f2ad7e6634d2f6c79
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T161500Z
DTEND:20261015T170000Z
SUMMARY:Golden Sower Award Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Members of the Golden Sower Award committee will celebrate the winners and announce the new nominees.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 3\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:b0f7e7865e60330c7d6cbea62257fac5
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/b0f7e7865e60330c7d6cbea62257fac5
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T161500Z
DTEND:20261015T170000Z
SUMMARY:Human-Centered AI: Policies and Practices to Elevate—and Safeguard—the Library Workforce
DESCRIPTION:Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how library work gets done\, raising urgent questions about staff roles\, ethics\, and institutional responsibility. This session by the author of the recent ALA Special Report on AI Policy\, Robin Hastings\, argues that thoughtfully designed AI policies can elevate the human workforce—freeing staff from routine tasks while protecting privacy\, accuracy\, and professional judgment—and will present practical frameworks\, policy examples\, and real-world use cases from libraries actively implementing AI.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 2\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:2f21db8c5a68d757ff3f2501df9d888f
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/2f21db8c5a68d757ff3f2501df9d888f
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T161500Z
DTEND:20261015T170000Z
SUMMARY:Just a punk a$$ librarian...nothing formal\, born to excel\, be creative\, and the best-est hype woman you ever met
DESCRIPTION:This presentation is about what you can achieve without formal training and the imposter syndrome that comes with it. As a person with a drive to excel and a creative mind\, I have led initiatives at the Minot Public Library\, in my local community\, and state-wide that have made a difference. \n \n The goal of this presentation is to encourage library staff to step out of their comfort zone and do the uncomfortable things because you know who you are doing those things for- your community\, your patrons\, and all the people who come after you.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Sugarloaf\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:46fe28864b2c94e7d1139de65396d200
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/46fe28864b2c94e7d1139de65396d200
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T170000Z
DTEND:20261015T180000Z
SUMMARY:Lunch
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:LUNCH
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:b0c2a3614e6039248c9a8e0f64f700cd
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/b0c2a3614e6039248c9a8e0f64f700cd
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T173000Z
DTEND:20261015T180000Z
SUMMARY:C&U Business Meeting
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:MEETING
LOCATION:Manhattan I\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:0a2910bdd4935c122895011060a7e439
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/0a2910bdd4935c122895011060a7e439
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T173000Z
DTEND:20261015T180000Z
SUMMARY:IFRT/Advocacy Committee Business Meeting
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:MEETING
LOCATION:Gatsby\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e7ac1d0a76c87ca8533ec4d57e7bf166
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/e7ac1d0a76c87ca8533ec4d57e7bf166
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T173000Z
DTEND:20261015T180000Z
SUMMARY:MPLA Member Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:MEETING
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:d79423a122c0864cf8c0412860d3bfde
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/d79423a122c0864cf8c0412860d3bfde
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T173000Z
DTEND:20261015T180000Z
SUMMARY:PLTS Business Meeting
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:MEETING
LOCATION:Manhattan II\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:5330b9337c97f53fbec263a7e80f11fa
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/5330b9337c97f53fbec263a7e80f11fa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T173000Z
DTEND:20261015T180000Z
SUMMARY:TSRT Business Meeting
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:MEETING
LOCATION:Sugarloaf\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:3f0dace76b1e61f598a2ba1256334d7f
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/3f0dace76b1e61f598a2ba1256334d7f
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T181500Z
DTEND:20261015T190000Z
SUMMARY:Better Together: Strategic Campus and Community Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:At Fort Hays State University’s Tebo Library\, the outreach department frequently partners with campus and community organizations to host events and outreach initiatives. This strategy helps reach underserved student populations and strengthens town and gown relationships. In this session\, you will learn about examples of successful partnerships (as well as cautionary tales) and brainstorm collaborative opportunities within your own community.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 2\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4b0463f4bbfc842bd9e393b50d2c86bf
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/4b0463f4bbfc842bd9e393b50d2c86bf
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T181500Z
DTEND:20261015T190000Z
SUMMARY:Food For Thought: Feeding Our Future Through Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:We know libraries are becoming more: not just places for check-outs\, computers\, programming\, or study groups\, but spaces for our community members to find\, connect\, and fulfill needs. How do we bring in more unique resources to our customers without burning out our staff? This presentation uses the example of a rural library that focuses on partnerships to bring food programs to their community and highlights partnerships as a way to respond to local needs.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Sugarloaf\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4a1fc4d40a605752cd09f79a0de863e6
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/4a1fc4d40a605752cd09f79a0de863e6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T181500Z
DTEND:20261015T190000Z
SUMMARY:From Challenges to Superpowers: ADHD & AuDHD in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:This session takes a fresh\, engaging look at ADHD and AuDHD (Autistic + ADHD) in the workplace—moving beyond challenges to spotlight the powerful strengths neurodivergent employees bring. Discover practical\, real-world strategies to navigate time blindness\, task paralysis\, and burnout\, while unlocking the potential of hyperfocus\, creativity\, and innovation. Whether you’re an employee or an employer\, you’ll walk away energized and equipped with tools to create a more inclusive\, supportive\, and thriving workplace.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 3\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:63b43b3fc9009200fedd2ec8df9bb610
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/63b43b3fc9009200fedd2ec8df9bb610
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T181500Z
DTEND:20261015T190000Z
SUMMARY:Local History in the Public Square: Opportunities for Public & Academic Libraries
DESCRIPTION:What obligation\, if any\, do libraries have to preserve local history records? We will explore the functions of public history\, comparing how citizens engage with local history resources in academic and public library settings (as opposed to archival). These collections enable scholars and curious laypeople alike to contextualize personal\, regional histories in a national context. Using public history\, libraries can engage patrons through outreach\, genealogy resources\, social media\, and more.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Fedora 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:758c8b177e203b4936c1aca03defcee3
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/758c8b177e203b4936c1aca03defcee3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T181500Z
DTEND:20261015T190000Z
SUMMARY:Nontraditional Pathways to Librarianship
DESCRIPTION:In many rural libraries\, staff are hired directly from the community and may not have prior library experience or formal training. If that sounds like you\, have you ever wondered where to go from here? Whether you’re interested in pursuing a library degree or are simply looking for ways to strengthen your resume and expand your opportunities\, this session is designed with you in mind. We’ll explore practical ways to build knowledge and skills in the field\, outline steps for getting started on a degree path\, and highlight funding opportunities available to support whichever direction you choose.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Fedora 2\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:d0f21367e1b7a6157cdfefaaad72826f
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/d0f21367e1b7a6157cdfefaaad72826f
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T181500Z
DTEND:20261015T190000Z
SUMMARY:Pro Bono Librarianship: Collection Development as Community Service
DESCRIPTION:Many library professionals carry expertise that extends far beyond their institutional walls — and their communities often need exactly what they have to offer. This session explores how technical services librarians can apply professional collection skills in volunteer\, consulting\, and community settings\, drawing on real experience working with public libraries\, faith communities\, and civic organizations across the region.\n Presenters will share practical frameworks for approaching community collection work\, including collection analysis and catalog assessment\, layout and space consultation\, development policy creation\, and cataloging and processing for under-resourced collections. The session uses a congregational library project as an anchor case study — walking through building an online (and free) catalog\, through collection analysis and withdrawal recommendations\, to a formal collection development policy — while situating that work within a broader pattern of pro bono and consulting practice.\n Attendees will leave with transferable tools and strategies for bringing their own expertise to the communities they serve\, and with a clearer sense of the professional value that flows both ways.\n Learning Outcomes — Attendees will be able to: • Understand the steps in building an online and free catalog •Apply collection assessment and development methodologies in small or under-resourced community library settings •Develop or adapt collection development policy frameworks for non-institutional contexts •Identify opportunities for pro bono and volunteer collection work within their own communities
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:124420c31821d4ae0c2bf1684e51eb38
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/124420c31821d4ae0c2bf1684e51eb38
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T181500Z
DTEND:20261015T190000Z
SUMMARY:Tech Services Showcase: Four Projects\, Four Perspectives
DESCRIPTION:What’s happening in technical services right now? In this fast-paced session\, four librarians each spotlight a project\, initiative\, or area of expertise from their technical services work. Topics will range from collaborating in a consortium to cataloging and metadata remediation to a discovery catalog to and an ILS evaluation. Attendees will discover practical strategies and new ideas they can apply in their own institutions.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Gatsby\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:cc0f1b56fcfbcba3ae84bca905a43fe0
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/cc0f1b56fcfbcba3ae84bca905a43fe0
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T191500Z
DTEND:20261015T200000Z
SUMMARY:Keynote: Alex Kava
DESCRIPTION:Alex Kava is a New York Times\, USA Today\, and Amazon bestselling author of twenty-three novels\, including the internationally bestselling Maggie O’Dell series and the award-winning Ryder Creed K-9 mystery thrillers. Known for blending real crimes and facts into her fiction\, Kava has earned praise for her suspenseful plots\, believable characters\, and professional insight into K-9 search work. She is the recipient of the Nebraska Book Award\, the Florida Book Award\, and the Mari Sandoz Award. Her standalone novel One False Move was selected as “One Book One Nebraska” for 2006. With more than seven million copies sold worldwide\, her books have been published in more than thirty-five countries.
CATEGORIES:KEYNOTE
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:2d19a83a6619984370add15f8d6e7ffa
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/2d19a83a6619984370add15f8d6e7ffa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T201500Z
DTEND:20261015T210000Z
SUMMARY:Curate Your Collection By Utilizing Data and Your Community
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling lost in your never-ending journey of collection development? You may need to take a closer look at your ordering process and priorities for your collection. In this session we will lay out a basic guideline for selecting and purchasing your materials. We will also discuss how to compile useful data and involve your community in cultivating your catalog. Additional tools and resources will be provided for your reference.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Fedora 2\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:02578e4abeac151ddb46014f69d10882
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/02578e4abeac151ddb46014f69d10882
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T201500Z
DTEND:20261015T210000Z
SUMMARY:From Community Memory to Access: Sharing and Preserving the Stories from the Great Plains Black History Museum
DESCRIPTION:The partnership between the Great Plains Black History Museum and UNO Criss Library is preserving and more widely sharing the museum’s archival collections. This session will explore how partnerships can transform technical services like archival processing into opportunities for community engagement. By combining archival description with active outreach\, libraries can play a vital role not only in preserving community memory\, but also in ensuring those stories remain visible\, meaningful\, and part of the community’s identity.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Gatsby\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:daba9a0b11ec4d128a43e18717c6d3e4
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/daba9a0b11ec4d128a43e18717c6d3e4
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T201500Z
DTEND:20261015T210000Z
SUMMARY:Leveling up: How gamification supercharged our library's adult summer reading program
DESCRIPTION:To drive more participation in our annual Summer Reading Smackdown competition\, we added a fun gamifying element to our adult reading program\, McDonald's Style Monopoly! This collect-and-win game reignited community engagement and led to record participation.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 2\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:14f948579f25399a9e4e62b4b84a1d88
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/14f948579f25399a9e4e62b4b84a1d88
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T201500Z
DTEND:20261015T210000Z
SUMMARY:Notable Books\, Along with Some Interesting Others
DESCRIPTION:Pat Leach\, host of Nebraska Public Media's All About Books program and retired director of Lincoln City Libraries\, will present a readers' advisory-focused presentation on the 2026 ALA Notable Books list for adults\, as well as additional titles that deserve your interest\, and the interest of your reading community.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Fedora 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:ed47dc991ef79a7f68045d045a6904f2
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/ed47dc991ef79a7f68045d045a6904f2
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T201500Z
DTEND:20261015T210000Z
SUMMARY:Responding to Crisis: The Lexington Public Library Steps Up When Tyson Stepped Out
DESCRIPTION:When the Tyson Foods plant announced its closure in Lexington\, NE\, the Lexington Public Library was one of the first responders. By assessing Tyson workers' needs\, the Library became a space not only for information\, but a place to be heard and seen. Learn how the Library stepped up to the community's needs when a third of its population lost their jobs.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:63723fb77c60102cf5ae1dc248ef2c72
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/63723fb77c60102cf5ae1dc248ef2c72
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T201500Z
DTEND:20261015T210000Z
SUMMARY:The Audacity! How to step up and speak out for libraries during your legislative session.
DESCRIPTION:Libraries have become an increasingly contentious battleground in the political landscape. More than ever\, we need to be able to speak up for critical thinking\, empathy\, and the freedom to read. This discussion begins with a review of the library bills brought before the 2026 Utah Legislative Session and the story behind how the ULA’s Advocacy Committee collaborations helped to defeat multiple anti-library and book-banning bills. Then we will teach you and your advocacy team how to navigate the legislative process and provide state-specific resources to help you prepare for 2027!
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Sugarloaf\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:2415a27cbf53ab8f14e7ebaac5b006a0
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/2415a27cbf53ab8f14e7ebaac5b006a0
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T201500Z
DTEND:20261015T210000Z
SUMMARY:There’s No Need to Rush - Why Generative AI Can Wait
DESCRIPTION:You’re Not Falling Behind. When truly useful tools emerge\, they’ll be more user-friendly. You will be able to jump in immediately.\n Learning about AI is important\, but much like cigarettes\, you can learn about AI without using it. This presentation covers the current AI landscape\, helpful terminology\, and motivations behind AI hype\, with accurate citations and a word order that doesn’t match the statistical probability of words on the Internet.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 3\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:7ea022e3a729bd0bb22cd6e4ca14fd44
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/7ea022e3a729bd0bb22cd6e4ca14fd44
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T211500Z
DTEND:20261015T220000Z
SUMMARY:Conference Chew & Chat
DESCRIPTION:Join regular Hosts Jake and Mary in an IN PERSON version of our popular monthly web chat. The topic for this meeting will be a ‘potpourri’ which means we’ll be taking your questions about anything that’s impacting your library life. Bring your questions\, thoughts and whimsies for an enjoyable hour of conversation and sharing.\n \n Chew & Chat is a monthly web meeting where librarians from the MPLA region gather over lunch to discuss a topic. Topics are selected by attendees at the January meeting and listed in the MPLA newsletter. You can join us by visiting the MPLA website and clicking on the Calendar of Events. We’d love to see you.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:cd254edb126f905281e663d21ee94a38
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/cd254edb126f905281e663d21ee94a38
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T211500Z
DTEND:20261015T220000Z
SUMMARY:Empowering Student Success and Library Innovation: The Impact of the Paul Scholar Program at Link Library
DESCRIPTION:This session highlights the implementation of the Paul Scholar Program at Link Library\, Concordia University Nebraska\, where a student scholar works 15 hours per week on meaningful library projects. Attendees will learn how the program supports student professional development while enhancing library services\, outreach\, and user experience initiatives. The presentation will share practical strategies for structuring the position\, mentoring student scholars\, and aligning their contributions with institutional goals to foster innovation and experiential learning.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 2\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:0d936bcdcf8965aada91ad4a6cde09a2
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/0d936bcdcf8965aada91ad4a6cde09a2
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T211500Z
DTEND:20261015T220000Z
SUMMARY:Everyday Inclusion: Welcoming Neurodivergent Guests
DESCRIPTION:Libraries are for everyone\, yet many neurodivergent individuals—particularly those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)—can face barriers that make library visits challenging. This session explores practical\, realistic ways libraries can create more welcoming and supportive experiences for neurodivergent guests and their families.\n \n Participants will gain a foundational understanding of autism\, how sensory\, communication\, and predictability needs may impact a library visit\, and how small\, thoughtful adjustments can make a meaningful difference. Through real-world examples and actionable strategies\, attendees will learn how to foster inclusive environments\, support positive interactions\, and build confidence in serving neurodivergent community members.\n \n Whether you work in public\, school\, or academic libraries\, this session will provide tools you can immediately implement to make your library a place where all guests feel welcomed\, supported\, and included.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 3\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e5c3bfcd14eb25018b7899991b13a94d
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/e5c3bfcd14eb25018b7899991b13a94d
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T211500Z
DTEND:20261015T220000Z
SUMMARY:Exploring AI with Confidence and Curiosity
DESCRIPTION:Join Ethan and Richard from the Western Library System as they share real-world examples of how they use artificial intelligence in libraries. From cautiously dipping their toes into the AI waters to experimenting with current projects\, they bring equal parts skepticism\, curiosity\, and “what did we just ask ChatGPT to do?” energy. This session invites participants to explore AI with curiosity\, while being grounded in the ethics of the information science profession.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Fedora 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f363e5cb2168ad285c80558a0d6323b4
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/f363e5cb2168ad285c80558a0d6323b4
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T211500Z
DTEND:20261015T220000Z
SUMMARY:One Book Many Librarians
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conference favorite - One Book Many Librarians - book discussion group. We'll be joined by Nebraska author Alex Kava in disucssing the first in the Ryder Creed series - Breaking Creed. It's a great chance to join your colleagues and the author\, and the program includes beverage and snacks for a relaxed and fun environment. Get started now in reading - Breaking Creed by Alex Kava.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Sugarloaf\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c590bad8fba19b814a8b786a4ea08cfb
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/c590bad8fba19b814a8b786a4ea08cfb
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T211500Z
DTEND:20261015T220000Z
SUMMARY:Team Tiny Kiosk Bot\, Deployment of a local LLM-powered robot in Creighton University Libraries' Makerspace
DESCRIPTION:The programmable Reachy-Mini robot from Hugging Face is an open-source robotics platform designed to support the embodied deployment of large language models (LLMs). Because it can operate without cloud-based computing\, it also offers a reduced-impact approach to deploying artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Equipped with auditory and visual sensors\, the platform can interact with patrons and respond to prompts in real time.\n A team in our student-driven Makerspace has programmed our Reachy-Mini\, named Robin\, as a Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) system that is responsive to queries within limited bounds while maintaining sensitivity to patron privacy. Robin is being deployed as a greeter to provide a unique and engaging way for patrons to discover our services. Rather than automating librarianship\, Robin serves as a novel service interface that expands patron engagement while giving Makerspace staff an opportunity to explore and develop practices aligned with the AI Competencies for Academic Library Workers issued by the Association of College & Research Libraries.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Gatsby\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/1847807576374fc39eb89bf27fc16253
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261015T220000Z
DTEND:20261016T000000Z
SUMMARY:Exhibitor Reception with live band: The Raw Nerve
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL EVENT
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:eb4783ac7952dc7ef4b0bf0bfdbe2648
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/eb4783ac7952dc7ef4b0bf0bfdbe2648
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T003000Z
DTEND:20261016T023000Z
SUMMARY:Smash Park
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL EVENT
LOCATION:Smash Park La Vista\, 8121 S 125th St\, La Vista\, NE 68128
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e7509fad7ba54e9f7654ef5da92a745a
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/e7509fad7ba54e9f7654ef5da92a745a
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T123000Z
DTEND:20261016T220000Z
SUMMARY:Information Desk Open
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:INFORMATION DESK
LOCATION:La Vista Conference Center\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:ae39e16c18c353c1144e2815d3f06b35
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/ae39e16c18c353c1144e2815d3f06b35
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T130000Z
DTEND:20261016T163000Z
SUMMARY:Exhibit Floor Open
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:EXHIBIT FLOOR
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:91262b194fc9934babb25cb52422a2b7
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/91262b194fc9934babb25cb52422a2b7
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T133000Z
DTEND:20261016T141500Z
SUMMARY:Critical Thinking in the Digital Age: Helping Students Navigate Online Resources
DESCRIPTION:This session will explore practical strategies for teaching students how to evaluate online information in a world of constant digital content. Participants will examine common challenges such as misinformation\, bias\, and unreliable sources\, and learn classroom-ready techniques to build students’ critical thinking and digital literacy skills. The session will highlight best practices for guiding students through searching for information\, vertical and lateral reading\, and fact-checking processes. Educators will leave with practical strategies and resources they can immediately implement to strengthen student learning and research skills.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 2\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4704786df71c74f33e8b0f7886d2028d
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/4704786df71c74f33e8b0f7886d2028d
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T133000Z
DTEND:20261016T141500Z
SUMMARY:Discovering Stories and Developing Community via Archives
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to nurture curiosity\, community\, and identity by telling stories with library archives.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 3\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:2dbb314c42e207e2475446ca783b51f3
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/2dbb314c42e207e2475446ca783b51f3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T133000Z
DTEND:20261016T141500Z
SUMMARY:Museum Exhibitions for the Public Library: Bring the experience local!
DESCRIPTION:Library and museum partnerships are a great way to engage and educate patrons in a new and exciting way. Hosting temporary traveling exhibitions provides an experiential visit to the library that patrons will not forget. This collaborative presentation will share how to enhance your partnerships with local national institutions in a variety of ways. Join Jenna Wells\, Deputy Director at the Rio Rancho Public Library to learn how the suburban community of Rio Rancho\, NM has created a niche in their library and community.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Fedora 2\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:342352df4c8e9fb3db6cd270f834cdff
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/342352df4c8e9fb3db6cd270f834cdff
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T133000Z
DTEND:20261016T141500Z
SUMMARY:Opening Up the American Dream: Advocating for Affordable Textbooks for All Students
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that Nebraska has an OER action team?&nbsp\; We do!&nbsp\; Come to our panel discussion to learn about what we do\, what plans we have\, and how you can get involved!&nbsp\; We will introduce the Midwest Higher Education Compact (MHEC) and how our partnership with them benefits Higher Education in Nebraska.&nbsp\; In addition\, we will discuss how we have implemented OER at our institutions (from just barely to quite a bit) and what is in store for the future.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:27b3687e4f98625a0a8f5118d0535a23
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/27b3687e4f98625a0a8f5118d0535a23
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T133000Z
DTEND:20261016T141500Z
SUMMARY:Pages from the Past: Bringing Local History to Life Through Community Partnership
DESCRIPTION:Local history programming is one of the most powerful tools for successful adult programming. This presentation explores how a public library and a local historical society can build a rich\, sustained partnership that brings community history to life and deepens patron engagement.\n \n Co-presented by a public librarian and the Vice President of a local historical society\, this session draws on real examples from a thriving collaboration: a monthly book club exploring community history through curated reading selections\, an annual poster exhibit celebrating influential women from the county's past\, special programming tied to city milestones\, and programs highlighting the library's own history.\n \n We will share replicable program models that work across a range of library sizes and budgets\, as well as tips for sustaining momentum and keeping the partnership mutually beneficial over time.\n \n Whether you serve a small rural community or a mid-sized city\, local history is a programming goldmine waiting to be tapped. Come learn how to make your library the heart of your community's story.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Gatsby\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:fcbb2a56f356ac171b89f16837764897
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/fcbb2a56f356ac171b89f16837764897
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T133000Z
DTEND:20261016T141500Z
SUMMARY:Respectful Representation: Honoring Indigenous Art and Culture in Libraries
DESCRIPTION:Libraries often serve as cultural bridges\, yet efforts to highlight Indigenous art and history can unintentionally misrepresent or appropriate the communities they aim to honor. This presentation will explore practical\, relationship-based approaches to acquiring\, displaying\, and creating programming around Native American cultural materials.\n \n This session will outline key principles for ethical engagement\, including consultation with Tribal Nations\, respect for sovereignty\, and adherence to cultural protocols. Through examples such as co-curated exhibits with tribal artists\, participants will see how collaboration can ensure authenticity and cultural accuracy. The presentation will also address common pitfalls—such as tokenism\, lack of consent\, and misuse of sacred materials—and offer strategies to avoid harm.\n \n Attendees will leave with actionable approaches for building meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities\, incorporating Indigenous perspectives into collections\, and developing programming that reflects living cultures. Resources for continued learning will be provided.\n \n By centering Indigenous voices and fostering respectful relationships\, libraries can move beyond surface-level representation toward more meaningful and responsible engagement.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Fedora 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e70e569fab71f72a055021037cec64d9
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/e70e569fab71f72a055021037cec64d9
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T133000Z
DTEND:20261016T141500Z
SUMMARY:Strong Boards\, Strong Libraries: Governance Skills That Matter
DESCRIPTION:Library boards and committees make decisions that shape the direction\, funding\, and public trust of their organizations—but many members receive little training in how meetings actually work. This practical\, plain-language session demystifies the essentials of meeting management\, parliamentary procedure\, bylaws\, and minute-taking for library contexts.\n \n Participants will learn how governing documents guide decisions\, how to run efficient and inclusive meetings\, when (and when not) to use formal parliamentary process\, and how minutes can document accountability without creating unnecessary risk. Real-world library examples and ready-to-use templates will help attendees strengthen governance practices immediately.\n \n Ideal for trustees\, Friends groups\, foundation boards\, advisory committees\, and library staff who support board work.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Sugarloaf\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:876b00deae472913fde501745205f623
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/876b00deae472913fde501745205f623
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T143000Z
DTEND:20261016T151500Z
SUMMARY:AI Perspectives; or\, A Luddite And A Tech Bro Walk Into A Bar
DESCRIPTION:AI use in libraries is pretty polarizing. What better way to consider an issue more fully than to hear from someone who loves it and someone who hates it? \n \n Andy Hamilton\, Head of Public Services (Luddite) and Shanachie Carroll\, Regional Branch Manager (Tech Bro\, but nice)\, both with the Mesa County Libraries in western Colorado\, will discuss how and why they use (or don't use) AI tools in their workflow. \n \n They'll ask and discuss thought-provoking and challenging questions about the pros\, cons\, successes\, failures\, pitfalls\, and ethical quandaries they've experienced around AI usage. This session will be interactive\, with participants asking and answering questions and sharing their own feelings as well. \n \n After this session\, participants will have a more balanced understanding of where AI may be appropriate or may not be appropriate\, concerns to address in writing policies around AI\, and in thoughtfully exploring the nuanced territory around the use of AI in libraries.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:fe0db3e862023806afa094e6ae1fc588
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/fe0db3e862023806afa094e6ae1fc588
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T143000Z
DTEND:20261016T151500Z
SUMMARY:Best Children's Books of 2026
DESCRIPTION:Brief book talks of titles that could be good additions to your library's collection. Titles for preschool through elementary school will be included.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Fedora 2\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f528c98a5f36cc9f2ce8688011730e0e
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/f528c98a5f36cc9f2ce8688011730e0e
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T143000Z
DTEND:20261016T151500Z
SUMMARY:Controlled Chaos: The Beautiful Mess of Teen Programming
DESCRIPTION:Teen programming isn’t always neat and tidy—and that’s exactly what makes it fun. Join us as we explore creative\, meaningful\, and wildly engaging programs that embrace the unpredictable nature of working with teens. From year-round ideas to seasonal themes\, we’ll share adaptable strategies for every budget and staffing level. Whether you’re new to teen services or a seasoned youth services wrangler\, come ready to swap ideas and celebrate the beautiful mess of teen programming.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 3\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:681ff901af8e3552671726917b155cc4
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/681ff901af8e3552671726917b155cc4
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T143000Z
DTEND:20261016T151500Z
SUMMARY:LEGOs in your Library
DESCRIPTION:Everything is awesome when you use LEGOs in the library!\n Hear from Shannon about how she has developed LEGO resources and programs at Lincoln City Libraries. Attendees will learn about different ways they can use LEGOs in library programs including free play\, games\, and digital building\; how to offer in-building checkout of full LEGO sets\; as well as best practices and pitfalls she has learned along the way.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Fedora 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f0648c83da2cd29b27a32e14791b8ab3
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/f0648c83da2cd29b27a32e14791b8ab3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T143000Z
DTEND:20261016T151500Z
SUMMARY:Podcasting: How to Develop\, Facilitate\, and Host a Podcast in an Academic Library
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will break down the process for a library to develop its own podcast\, including coming up with an idea\, creating a hook and tagline\, and choosing the technology to use. While also looking at what formatting works best for your library\, what topics and themes you can use\, and how to develop your ideas. It will then go into how to facilitate your podcast in connection to platforms\, schedules\, and marketing. Finally\, I will discuss how a library can use its podcast to promote its collections\, programs\, resources\, and values.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 2\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:7f5dc28d45ea2f38559dc176d17beb70
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/7f5dc28d45ea2f38559dc176d17beb70
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T143000Z
DTEND:20261016T151500Z
SUMMARY:Securing Public Computers
DESCRIPTION:Providing computers for use by the public is a key service unique to libraries. It is crucial that these "public" computers be properly secured and the privacy of the patrons who use them is protected. This program will cover the necessary steps that need to be be taken to accomplish this.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Sugarloaf\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:d2a6e8aef5bf48666d218a0a916e67af
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/d2a6e8aef5bf48666d218a0a916e67af
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T143000Z
DTEND:20261016T151500Z
SUMMARY:Staff Innovation Grants - watch staff\, services\, and programs thrive!
DESCRIPTION:In 2024 Lincoln City Libraries launched a staff innovation grant program funding by our Library Foundation. A committee representing all levels of staffing was put together and created an application\, rubric and reporting mechanism. It was so successful\, we did it again! Come hear how staff have learned to write grants\, track expenses\, work with partners\, create amazing programs\, and even learn something when their application wasn't selected.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Gatsby\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:1f07c94761990f9a2a671bd70526bbbb
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/1f07c94761990f9a2a671bd70526bbbb
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T151500Z
DTEND:20261016T163000Z
SUMMARY:Exhibitor Break
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:EXHIBIT FLOOR
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:fc68047e659aad620503fa10c5547ed6
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/fc68047e659aad620503fa10c5547ed6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T163000Z
DTEND:20261016T170000Z
SUMMARY:NLA Annual Meeting Opening Speaker: Dr. Maria McCauley
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Maria McCauley is the Director of Libraries for the City of Cambridge\, where she leads 167 dedicated professionals in delivering an inclusive\, future‑focused vision of library service for the entire community. She partners with city leadership and three boards to expand access\, elevate community engagement\, and ensure Cambridge’s libraries remain vibrant\, welcoming places of learning and opportunity. Before her work in Cambridge\, Maria served as Director of Libraries in Santa Monica and in Somerville and held key leadership roles at Northeastern University. She is the 2026–2027 President of the American Library Association and served as the 2022–2023 President of the Public Library Association\, reflecting her deep influence in shaping the future of libraries for the good of society. A global thought leader in strategy\, inclusive service\, and courageous leadership\, Maria speaks across the United States and internationally on the evolving role of libraries\, advancing equity\, and leading with humanity while balancing the demands of parenting and personal wellness. She inspires teams\, audiences\, and communities to imagine what libraries can achieve—and how leadership\, purpose\, partnership\, and compassion can transform community organizations.
CATEGORIES:KEYNOTE
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:d06e23607da9fa8314f7db85d20012b6
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/d06e23607da9fa8314f7db85d20012b6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T163000Z
DTEND:20261016T173000Z
SUMMARY:NLA Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:MEETING
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f24014b9e531965be5e004491a3b2c46
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/f24014b9e531965be5e004491a3b2c46
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T173000Z
DTEND:20261016T181500Z
SUMMARY:Lunch
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:LUNCH
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:edd90131803deaedad261779aaa3a701
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/edd90131803deaedad261779aaa3a701
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T183000Z
DTEND:20261016T191500Z
SUMMARY:Books\, Blocks and Bubbles: Hosting a Young Child Fair for Your Community
DESCRIPTION:In this engaging presentation\, we'll provide a roadmap for you to follow to host your own young child fair that includes community resources and organizations benefiting families with young children\, ages 0-6. Our Library started its annual event 13 years ago to connect families with local resources\, while also including fun activities like Storytime\, block play\, bubbles\, and games. Our event now involves many community organizations\, including Parents as Teachers\, local preschools\, health departments\, mental health resources\, fire and police departments\, pediatricians and pediatric dentists\, food pantries\, and hearing and vision screenings. The young child fair has truly become a community event as much as a Library event\, impacting families of all ages from our service area and beyond.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Sugarloaf\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:a42045d5cec6d79b1a10d248d0450e98
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/a42045d5cec6d79b1a10d248d0450e98
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T183000Z
DTEND:20261016T191500Z
SUMMARY:Collaboration Station!: How School Libraries and Public Libraries Work Together!
DESCRIPTION:Public libraries and School libraries have the same goal: be an open and welcoming place for people to work\, study\, and just be. We are going to tell the story of a Public Youth Services Librarian (Justine Ridder) and a School Librarian (Dana Fontaine) came together to collaborate and make both spaces feel connected across the city.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:afab63319f1d48940df21b7ff8916f45
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/afab63319f1d48940df21b7ff8916f45
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T183000Z
DTEND:20261016T191500Z
SUMMARY:Don’t Panic!: Common Interlibrary Loan Errors and How to Resolve Them
DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately\, many Interlibrary Loan errors can be made with one click—but cannot be corrected with one click. And when a mistake is made\, one can quickly think of the worst possible outcomes—disappointing patrons and librarians you wanted to help\, lost items\, wasted postage fees\, billing issues\, and more. \n \n But don’t panic\, because most Interlibrary Loan errors can be corrected with a few simple approaches\, good communication skills\, and the spirit of cooperation that underpins all Interlibrary Loan activities. \n \n Amy Heberling\, the University of Nebraska—Lincoln Libraries Interlibrary Loan Borrowing Associate and Lynda Clause\, until recently the ILL Coordinator at Nebraska Library Commission (NLC)\, will share tested problem-solving methods developed during their combined 25 + 13 years of experience as Interlibrary Loan professionals. They will also highlight the differences in problems and approaches that occur in their very different working environments—a Research 1 University Library and the state agency providing ILL services for school and public libraries throughout the state.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Fedora 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:851e5f9fe28200b23679a4c376a1f92b
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/851e5f9fe28200b23679a4c376a1f92b
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T183000Z
DTEND:20261016T191500Z
SUMMARY:From ‘Meh’ to ‘Heck Yeah!’—Book Talks That Work
DESCRIPTION:If your book talks are getting more yawns than cheers\, it’s time for a makeover! Learn how to turn “meh” moments into “heck yeah!” reactions by finding the juicy bits of any book\, using your voice (no opera singing required)\, and adding just the right amount of flair to keep listeners hooked. Whether you’re talking to kids\, teens\, or adults\, you’ll leave with practical tips to deliver book talks that spark curiosity and get books into readers’ hands.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 2\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:7638a603d2587f6d31f3f6b30f4216f7
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/7638a603d2587f6d31f3f6b30f4216f7
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T183000Z
DTEND:20261016T191500Z
SUMMARY:Low Cost/No Tech Makerspaces
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create low-cost\, no-tech maker activities for students and patrons—some take-and-make kits and others for onsite completion. The 40 plus ideas fit a variety of age and skill levels\, are budget-friendly and include craft supplies or upcycled materials—plus they pair well with books\, storytime\, or other events. Make an upcycled craft during the session.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 3\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:aa9f72a3226cd64f90e0014972687515
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/aa9f72a3226cd64f90e0014972687515
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T183000Z
DTEND:20261016T191500Z
SUMMARY:When I Disagree Becomes I Can’t: Balancing Personal and Professional Ethics
DESCRIPTION:What happens when your personal beliefs collide with your professional duty to provide access to information? Join the Central Kansas Library System ladies for a lively and practical session on balancing professional and personal ethics. We will share some of the ethical situations we have found ourselves in\, how to recognize when personal discomfort makes work responsibilities a challenge\, and how to find the balance between personal beliefs and providing access to information.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Gatsby\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:952248e44be0750ba086e82952ff67cb
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/952248e44be0750ba086e82952ff67cb
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T183000Z
DTEND:20261016T201500Z
SUMMARY:Bess Streeter Aldrich - Nebraska Hall of Fame Author
DESCRIPTION:Bess Streeter Aldrich\, a Nebraska Hall of Fame author\, is not as widely known today as her accomplishments might suggest. While living in small-town Nebraska\, she wrote seven best-selling novels and most of her 160 short stories. She was also one of the highest-paid and most widely read authors of the 1930s. During this Table Talk\, the Aldrich Foundation will introduce librarians from across Nebraska and the Mountain Plains region to Aldrich’s life and work\, as well as the free book club materials and Humanities Nebraska programs available to them. The goal is to equip librarians with resources they can share with patrons and use to introduce new generations of readers to Aldrich’s work.
CATEGORIES:TABLE TALK
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:3bc9dfdff61275dda2f0a0e5d0ef2417
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/3bc9dfdff61275dda2f0a0e5d0ef2417
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T183000Z
DTEND:20261016T201500Z
SUMMARY:Experiential Learning in the Archives: The New Mexico Black History Spotlights
DESCRIPTION:Considering what experiential learning can look like in your archives? Archivist Erin Wahl will share the story of a collaborative project that had students taking the reins to create an exhibit on Black history in New Mexico\, and what you should consider as you create these kinds of opportunities for students and classes as well.
CATEGORIES:TABLE TALK
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:224d20a316d3e03312f3b14b0747d742
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/224d20a316d3e03312f3b14b0747d742
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T183000Z
DTEND:20261016T201500Z
SUMMARY:Jigsaw Puzzling
DESCRIPTION:Introduction into the rising popularity of jigsaw puzzles and how to incorporate that into a fun event for your library patrons. How to host a speed puzzling event\, puzzle swap\, puzzle chess tournament and more. Events that build connections and bring people of all ages together.
CATEGORIES:TABLE TALK
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/bf8a41002b0f6a7f4a307f42c303f068
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T183000Z
DTEND:20261016T201500Z
SUMMARY:Meet the NLA Candidates
DESCRIPTION:Opportunity to meet the Nebraska Library Association candidates running for election prior to November 15th when electronic voting begins. If candidates are not able to be present in person we will have printed bios and individual statements available.
CATEGORIES:TABLE TALK
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/fdd114b17c1634a38d0fdc36c948d9ab
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T183000Z
DTEND:20261016T201500Z
SUMMARY:Mysteries Await at Your Library – New Books for the 2027 Summer Reading Program
DESCRIPTION:Brief book talks of titles to consider for library collections. Titles for preschool through high school will be included.
CATEGORIES:TABLE TALK
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/fb0374a46fd03371a4054112c67f6856
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T183000Z
DTEND:20261016T201500Z
SUMMARY:New patron opportunities: increasing your out-of-service-area users
DESCRIPTION:After a short presentation of what has been found around the region in user fees for people from outside of the funding area\, as a group let's try to answer the following questions: • Why have an out-of-funding-area user fee? • How do you determine what the fee should be? • Should the fee for users who only use electronic resources be the same as for those who use physical materials? • For electronic resources only cards\, can patrons sign up and pay for the card online?
CATEGORIES:TABLE TALK
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/83823484040db51fcbcc525e1218ebb5
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T183000Z
DTEND:20261016T201500Z
SUMMARY:Shedding Light on Untold Stories and Underrepresented Voices in the Creighton University Archives
DESCRIPTION:Pete Brink and Thomas Haggstrom\, archivists at Creighton University\, will discuss the professional archival responsibility to shed light on the voices and stories of unrepresented groups and individuals. They will provide examples of efforts that they have undertaken in their own work to help tell stories that have long been lost.
CATEGORIES:TABLE TALK
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:bf669e7251c1bb1a500f73958ce48f9e
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/bf669e7251c1bb1a500f73958ce48f9e
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T183000Z
DTEND:20261016T201500Z
SUMMARY:Small Spaces\, Big Impact: Designing Immersive Play Environments for Family Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Are you responsible for making your children’s area beautiful\, educational\, and exciting? A play environment - playscape - might be the answer! Playscapes are small\, themed\, immersive floor environments that use simple\, cost-effective toys and backdrops to inspire open-ended play while supporting early literacy. In this session\, you’ll gain the resources and knowledge needed to design a playscape that sparks curiosity\, encourages cooperative play\, and strengthens family connections. Join us to discover how playscapes can transform play into a powerful library learning tool.
CATEGORIES:TABLE TALK
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/ff1e3a95a53ae168159593de9f6a52e4
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T183000Z
DTEND:20261016T201500Z
SUMMARY:Something's Been Eating the Books: A Practical Approach to Pest Management
DESCRIPTION:Library and Archival collections are vulnerable to insect damage\, and staff are often the first — and best — line of defense. This session covers practical pest management for library staff without a conservation background. Topics include identification of common library insects and incidental invaders\, environmental conditions that attract pests\, building exclusion strategies\, monitoring\, and non-toxic treatment options. Participants will leave with a working knowledge of what to look for\, how to respond\, and how to build simple monitoring practices into their regular routines. This session is intended for frontline library staff and is applicable to any library setting.
CATEGORIES:TABLE TALK
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:5bd758188c822858b384dc0e3f44bd3c
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/5bd758188c822858b384dc0e3f44bd3c
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T183000Z
DTEND:20261016T201500Z
SUMMARY:Threading Tales: Library Engagement through StitchCraft
DESCRIPTION:StitchCraft began as a Crochet 101 session that fell short of its original goal but revealed a strong student desire for connection. In response\, our academic library launched a weekly StitchCraft gathering that evolved into a sustained\, student-driven community. This table talk explores how consistency\, visibility\, and student ownership transformed a one-time program into an ongoing outreach initiative\, culminating in the distribution of 65 handmade winter items to campus community members.
CATEGORIES:TABLE TALK
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4b66c40b6c4c57141b34cbee236f6ff7
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/4b66c40b6c4c57141b34cbee236f6ff7
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T193000Z
DTEND:20261016T201500Z
SUMMARY:$$$ Show me the (Library) Money! $$$
DESCRIPTION:Libraries are not run on thoughts and prayers. We also cannot buy materials with kindness and hugs. We are also so busy. I am going to speak about many types of fundraisers and put them into three categories: no effort\, low effort\, and all hands on deck. I have done many types of fundraisers and will showcase what I did\, what was successful\, what worked\, what didn't and what kind of buy in you need with your community and your patrons.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/bd140e00b71e5d7b95a54c6a152bca55
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T193000Z
DTEND:20261016T201500Z
SUMMARY:How spicy is too spicy?: Readers Advisory in the ever changing world of romance
DESCRIPTION:The past few years have seen everything from the rise in romance set in fantasy worlds\, to serial killers falling in love\, and even mothmen as heroes. How is a librarian to decide what is worth buying and recommending to readers especially when many romance readers can consume upwards of 30 books a month. \n \n You will learn how to maximize your romance budget\, purchase the very latest trends in the genre\, seek out the hot new titles\, and also satisfy your more traditional readers. Also\, discover tips and tricks for helping library patrons find just the right romance for them and to answer that age old question\, is it a romance or is it erotica?
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 2\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e1cd3c29e3a9c55546ab996a1b896a1f
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/e1cd3c29e3a9c55546ab996a1b896a1f
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T193000Z
DTEND:20261016T201500Z
SUMMARY:NLA Advocacy Committee Updates
DESCRIPTION:Join us for updates and news from members of the NLA Advocacy Committee. Members will share information on advocacy activities and plans for the coming 2027 Legislative Session. The association lobbyist\, the Nebraska ALA Liaison\, director of the Nebraska Library Commission\, and other advocacy leaders will be on this panel.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Gatsby\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/15d0440e86aba9ac0b48302834d89e4e
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T193000Z
DTEND:20261016T201500Z
SUMMARY:Strategic Planning: A Roadmap for Libraries
DESCRIPTION:A library’s strategic plan is a roadmap that aligns staff\, board\, and community with shared goals. Cheyenne Chontos (Harrisburg Community Library Director\, SD) will share real-world examples and guide participants through hands-on planning activities—from surveys and SWOT analysis to stakeholder engagement and writing a clear\, actionable plan—helping attendees build confidence in creating strategic plans tailored to their libraries.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Sugarloaf\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
UID:1e336238b77a2ad740b3c0c6f85667d8
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/1e336238b77a2ad740b3c0c6f85667d8
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T193000Z
DTEND:20261016T201500Z
SUMMARY:Unlocking Nebraska’s Stories: Introducing the Nebraska Literary & History Escape Room Kits
DESCRIPTION:This presentation introduces librarians to a new suite of four free\, ready to use escape room kits developed by the Nebraska Center for the Book and the Nebraska Library Commission through a Working with Primary Sources Grant from the Library of Congress. Inspired by the One Book One Nebraska selections\, each kit immerses participants in a different facet of Nebraska’s past—Willa Cather’s History\, Voices of the Plains\, Wartime in Nebraska\, and Cold War Espionage—using puzzles grounded in authentic primary sources.\n \n The session highlights what each kit contains\, how the themes connect to Nebraska history and literature\, and the ways libraries of all sizes can incorporate them into programming for youth\, adults\, families\, and intergenerational groups. Attendees will hear directly from the three creators about setup\, facilitation tips\, accessibility considerations\, and strategies for adapting the kits for local audiences. Participants will leave with practical ideas for hosting their own escape room programs and engaging their communities through hands on historical exploration.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Fedora 1\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/b58c69926e419872c9979d6845b585f6
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T193000Z
DTEND:20261016T201500Z
SUMMARY:Visual Excel-lence: Using Spreadsheets for Their Graphical Potential
DESCRIPTION:Spreadsheets are a powerful tool for organizations to crunch numbers and present data\, but they can also be used as easily modifiable visual displays! In this presentation\, Joseph from Hastings Public Library will cover ways to use Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets to make graphical tools for your library such as desk schedules\, locker charts\, and more!
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Dapper 3\, 12520 Westport Parkway\, La Vista\, Nebraska
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/d9931ef1fd860315506054345e10ec94
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T203000Z
DTEND:20261016T211500Z
SUMMARY:Keynote: Juli Burney
DESCRIPTION:With the constantly changing landscape of American libraries\, it is important for librarians to not only safeguard the organization but also to protect themselves. Humor is the key! Good humor helps one to get a clear perspective. Humor alleviates stress\, eases the discomfort of change\, builds strong relationships\, and facilitates challenging situations. Each of us was born with a sense of humor. Let’s learn how to tap in to our own delightfulness and effectively read the room to achieve the most positive outcome. Juli Burney is a multiple award-winning retired college professor\, communication specialist\, humorist and author. For over 40 years\, she has presented in 48 continental United States and Canada\, and has been commissioned by a variety of associations from the National Endowment for the Arts to Fortune 500 companies to develop training programs that stick. She has filmed for Showtime and HBO\, along with making numerous guest appearances on radio and television programs.
CATEGORIES:KEYNOTE
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:34efdfc162d1a34fceba1375f33fa2e8
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/34efdfc162d1a34fceba1375f33fa2e8
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DTSTAMP:20260912T155311Z
DTSTART:20261016T211500Z
DTEND:20261016T213000Z
SUMMARY:Closing Address
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:CLOSING ADDRESS
LOCATION:TBA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:a4a391557bd3f3a1f1bedcf94899b821
URL:http://nlamplajointconference2026.sched.com/event/a4a391557bd3f3a1f1bedcf94899b821
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