It's a great time to put a learning opportunity on your calendar, and here are a lot of free choices. Whether you're looking to pick up some programming ideas, sharpen your technology skills, or gather tips on curating a digital collection, there's something here to support your growth. The list, provided by the Maine State Library, includes a variety of webinar topics.

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March 3

Online Accessibility: Working with Vendors to Meet Online Accessibility Standards (Washington State Library)
Libraries’ online content must soon meet certain accessibility standards, and that includes content from the catalog, calendar or other common vendor products that patrons use. Have you heard from your vendors about how accessible their products are?  Do you know what to do, if the products fall short? Join the Washington State Library on March 3 (9-10 am Pacific) for tips about working productively with vendors, to make sure online content is accessible to everyone. This installment is part of a State Library monthly series about online accessibility, ahead of a new U.S. federal rule requiring local government websites to meet accessibility standards.

AI in Action (Licensing, Data Privacy, and Open Access) (ASERL)
Sign up for an engaging panel regarding "AI in Action" with topics, ranging from licensing, data privacy, and open access to faculty/student research needs and gaining administrative approval/support. - Includes expertise and perspective of up to three panelists, with specific points highlighting how AI serves different purposes and professionals at various academic library career levels.

Programming with Your Library of Things (WebJunction)
Libraries of Things are now a familiar feature in many libraries—from laptops and Wi-Fi hotspots to cooking equipment and gardening tools—but far fewer libraries are fully activating these collections through intentional, community-centered programming. Join us for a practical, idea-rich session on how to design and deliver programs that put your Library of Things to work. This webinar explores how to identify community needs, build strong partnerships, and use shared tools to address missing or emerging literacies. Participants will hear real-world programming examples spanning disaster preparedness, workforce development, local food security, multigenerational engagement, and “stealth” sustainability initiatives, and leave with adaptable strategies for turning collections into meaningful, mission-aligned experiences.

Chronic Absenteeism and Daily Routines That Influence Attendance (edWeb)
Chronic absenteeism remains one of the most pressing challenges facing schools today. While attendance data matters, improving attendance requires more than tracking metrics. It requires examining the daily experience students have inside the school day. In this edLeader Panel, leaders from school and district contexts discuss how adult consistency, shared routines, and operational decisions influence student experience and attendance. The conversation will focus on what leaders can change within existing systems to create stronger conditions for belonging. The panelists will share lessons learned from aligning staff practices, addressing friction points in transitions and shared spaces, and making attendance strategies visible to boards and communities. Attendees will leave with practical insight into strengthening schoolwide systems that support improved attendance outcomes. This edLeader Panel will be of interest to elementary through middle school district and school leaders.

March 4

Tour de Force: Build Bridges by Leading Tours of Your Library (Nebraska Library Commission)
By inviting community partners to visit the library for a tour, you can show them the many unique ways that libraries positively impact communities. Library tours are a powerful tool to build relationships, gain support, and publicize the library’s programs and services. I started leading tours at my library as a way to orient new board members, and now we invite everyone from the police chief to senators to look "behind the scenes" at the library. As a result, we have gained new advocates and deepened the support of those who already love the library! Leading a tour of your library is a quick, free, manageable way to build wide community support.

What, When, Why and How to Outsource: Advice for the Practical Nonprofit (Firespring)
You know you can't do it all. But, that doesn't stop you from trying! Discover the power of strategic outsourcing in this essential webinar for nonprofit leaders. Learn how to maximize your team's skills, decide what to outsource, select the right partner and focus on your mission while leveraging external expertise. This session will guide you through the what, when, why and how of outsourcing, providing practical advice to help your organization thrive in an ever-changing landscape.

Fundraising Masterclass Series: What you can aspire to - How Digitally Mature Organizations Engage and Convert Donors Year Round (Blackbaud)
Digitally mature fundraising programs do not just run campaigns. They build a strategy and program that consistently acquires, stewards, upgrades, and retains donors throughout the year. They run more experiments, demonstrate stronger impact, stand out in the inbox, and create donor journeys that deliver the right message at the right time. Instead of relying solely on busy seasons or one-off appeals, these organizations build always-on systems that drive engagement year-round. In this webinar, we will break down what separates Developing, Advanced, and Leading digital fundraising organizations across key areas such as acquisition, engagement, donor journeys, personalization, technology, and data segmentation. You will learn how to assess where you are today and what you can realistically aspire to over the next 12 to 24 months.

Info2Go! Privacy Literacy is Information Literacy (Idaho Commission for Libraries)
Information literacy is essential to library work and everyday life. Yet as we increasingly consume information digitally, privacy literacy becomes equally critical. When we seek out information online, we are regularly asked to consent to tracking technologies, forced to engage with surveillance capitalism, and required to acknowledge we understand privacy policies that, if we’re being honest, few of us actually read. Privacy is not the default when you use the internet, or even scholarly databases, and our daily norm has become coerced uninformed consent to cede ownership of our information. In this webinar, you’ll learn about the history of the internet, the business model of surveillance capitalism, data brokers, the importance of informed consent when using digital platforms, and ways to minimize your data footprint to reclaim your privacy.

The Toy Box Approach to Nonprofit Funding Diversification: Smart Funding Choices That Support Mission Over Time (Nonprofit Hub)
The Toy Box Approach to Nonprofit Funding Diversification uses a simple, relatable metaphor to help nonprofit leaders rethink how their organizations fund their work. The session explores how differing funding sources can create a more balanced mix that improves stability, flexibility, and long‑term impact. Participants will gain a practical framework for evaluating their current funding mix and making more intentional choices about where to focus time and resources. Moreover, this presentation seeks to reframe funding diversification as a core leadership strategy, not just a fundraising tactic.

Navigating Donor Conversations: From Preparation to Partnership (Niche Academy)
Mary Riddick shares how meaningful donor conversations create lasting partnerships. Using Waypoint's relationship-centered approach, you will develop the confidence and skills to engage donors as collaborative partners. Learn practical tools to build comfort and competence in navigating donor conversations, a framework to donor passions to your mission through authentic storytelling, and how to maintain momentum regardless of initial response.

Anywhere Adventures Research Workshop: Using Library Collections To Explore Your Hometown (Library of Congress)
Join the Library's Innovator in Residence Vivian Li as she walks us through her process for researching and exploring local communities using the Library of Congress's online collections. Li will share how she researches street and buildings names, bridges, parks and other pieces of our everyday landscape to learn more about a community and its history.

The Importance of Monsters: How Engaging in the Horror Genre Sparks Bravery (LibrariesLearn/CSL)
“I want a scary book!” Middle-grade readers crave horror, but finding age-appropriate, high-quality titles can be challenging. This session explores the power of horror in shaping young readers' bravery, resilience, and empathy. Discover why kids need these stories and leave with a curated list of recent, must-read middle-grade horror books to keep them engaged and inspired.

March 5

An Orientation to Law Library Collections Webinar featuring the State Law Library of Kentucky (LOC Law Library)
The Orientation to Law Library Collections (OLLC) Webinar is designed for patrons familiar with legal research who would like an introduction to the Law Library of Congress’s collections and services. The purpose of the State Law Libraries Outreach Project is to strengthen the ties between the Law Library of Congress and state law libraries by sharing information about our collections, products, and services with one another and with the public. This project involves providing a guest spot for state law librarians, or their designees, to discuss the collections and services they offer during our OLLC Webinars.

Assistive technology for early childhood (PACER Center)
Join us for this workshop to explore the topic of assistive technology options and grounding it in the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) and Individualized Education Program (IEP) process. Participants will learn about technology devices and services that can help support young children with disabilities age 5 and under.

Introduction to Nonprofit Accounting: the Basics (TechSoup)
Accounting can be hard enough if you haven’t studied it in school. Nonprofit accounting is actually very different and more challenging still. Need help? Join Nonprofit CPA and QuickBooks expert Gregg Bossen in this first-time webinar and learn the ABCs of keeping books for a nonprofit organization. Key takeaways: What accounting is and how it works; How to read a financial statement; What financial statements should be given to the board each month; The three things that nonprofits are required to track; What features to use in QuickBooks to track programs and grants.

Accountability 2.0: How to Create Accountable People (Training Magazine Network)
Most leaders believe they are facing an accountability problem, when the real issue is a lack of self-accountability. Teams often fall into a “powerless” mindset shaped by blame, excuses, and the belief that outcomes are outside their control. In this webinar, the leadership experts from Lone Rock Leadership will explore how real power is generated internally using the PowerOS, a simple framework that helps people shift from reactivity to ownership by focusing on their thoughts, choices, and actions. Learning Takeaways: Why feeling powerless is a trap and how excuses and blame drain a team’s energy; The difference between powerful and powerless mindsets and how to shift from reactive to proactive ownership; How the PowerOS skills Get Curious, Choose Your Control, and Create Momentum reveal where people are surrendering or generating power.

Collaborative Parent Conversations: Simple Steps to Go From Lines to Loops (edWeb)
Often, communication between school and home happens in one direction. Schools offer updates, provide information, and make requests. But for true family partnership to happen, communication has to be strong in both directions. This edWebinar will explore strategies and essential conditions for ensuring that parents have what they need to be an equal part of the conversation and collaboration. This edWebinar will be of interest to PreK-12 teachers, librarians, school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders.

College Access Starts at Birth: Lessons from Rural America (Harvard Graduate School of Education)
While rural youth graduate from high school at rates above the national average, they are less likely to attain a post-secondary credential and join the labor force and those who do often leave their communities. During this Forum, panelists will discuss how cradle-to-career place-based partnerships are helping to reverse this trend. Transformational place-making and population-level change requires collaboration among all domains that affect children and youth from cradle to career–domains beyond the education system, such as health, housing, and out-of-school-time. Attendees will leave with insights on how to improve outcomes not just in rural America, but with takeaways from rural successes that can be applied to urban and suburban challenges.

March 6

Reading Inspires! (Reading is Fundamental)
It’s RIF’s 60th Birthday! Join Barnes & Noble and Reading Is Fundamental for our annual Rally to Read event, Reading Inspires! Classrooms and families are invited to celebrate National Reading Month with a live, virtual event for children Pre-K through 5th grade. This popular event will feature well-known and beloved authors Nick Bruel and Dan Yaccarino sharing reading fun with read-alouds and other activities.

March 9

How to Use AI Tools Safely: Protect Your Nonprofit (Nonprofit Learning Lab)
Are you using public ChatGPT or logging into your organization's private Copilot? Is Google Gemini safe? What about other AI tools? Do you have to disclose when you use an AI note taker at a board meeting? Is your valuable data protected? What does your AI policy allow? Learn from a cybersecurity expert how to use AI the secure way. Every level of AI user will learn something in this session.

Cybersecurity Priorities, Policies, and Practices for K-12 Leaders (edWeb)
There is no question that technology’s role in teaching and learning, as well as in school district operations, has grown exponentially in recent years. With an ever-increasing reliance on technology tools for multiple aspects of school functions, cybersecurity processes must be a top priority for all educators. Protecting school networks and information security are key requirements when it comes to effectively leveraging technology in multiple learning environments. In this edLeader Panel, three leading superintendents join in conversation with CoSN’s Cybersecurity Project Director. Together, the panel will engage in an interactive conversation regarding the reasons why cybersecurity must be a priority for school leaders. They will also share effective policies and practices needed to successfully manage cybersecurity within school systems. The panel will also discuss how best to adapt to technology innovations—such as AI—when it comes to keeping school networks secure. This edLeader Panel will be of interest to K-12 district leaders, school leaders, education technology leaders, teachers, and librarians.

March 10

How To Be More Coach-like (Training Magazine Network)
Whether you’re leading your own team or helping people in your organization be more coach-like, staying curious and asking great questions helps solve challenges. But people want more than solutions—they want to be seen, heard, and encouraged. After a decade watching people use my book The Coaching Habit--the world's best-selling coaching book--I’ve discovered something unexpected. The most powerful coaches don’t just ask better questions—they’ve mastered four paradoxes that transform every interaction. In this practical webinar, you’ll discover: The four paradoxes of being coach-like; Why “caring” might hold you back; How to hold two opposing truths simultaneously. Stop just *doing* coaching. *Be* the person who sees and deeply encourages the people that matter to you.

Online Accessibility: Alt Text, Contrast, Descriptive Links, and Forms (Washington State Library)
This is a continuation of the Washington State Library's accessibility series and will cover alt text, contrast, descriptive links, and forms. More details about these topics will be added later, but registration for this webinar is open now.

A Lunch and Learn Webinar: Navigating the Serial Set (LOC Law Library)
This webinar will focus on several aspects of the U.S. Congressional Serial Set, including its history, contents, and methods for navigating its over 16,000 volumes. Attendees will learn about free online resources with Serial Set collections, including documents, reports, and finding aids. Additionally, the presentation will summarize the status of a years-long project co-run by the Government Publishing Office and the Law Library of Congress to digitize these collections and make them available online.

Impactful -and Ethical- Storytelling for Nonprofits (Volunteer Match)
You don’t need a massive budget or film crew to create videos that gain attention and inspire action – you just need the right techniques! In this webinar that was a favorite session at the Nonprofit Storytelling Conference, Natalie Monroe from MemoryFox and Jennifer Bennett from Idealist share simple, budget-friendly ways to incorporate video into your organization's communications strategy without compromising ethics. Whether you’re new to video or looking to improve your current approach, you’ll walk away with practical, ethical storytelling techniques that help your organization create videos that tell the real story of volunteer impact. In this session, you’ll learn:

• Video creation tips that are accessible to nonprofits of all sizes, budgets, and bandwidths;
• Storytelling prompts that spark great stories from every member of your community;
• Ethical storytelling considerations that should stay top-of-mind.

Random House Children's Books Summer 2026 Preview (Booklist)
Get ready for a fun-filled, can't-miss event!  Join us for a lively 30-minute chat with the incredible Chrystal D. Giles and her editor, Shana Corey, as they dive into Chrystal’s two upcoming books—WE ARE JOY, a heartwarming picture book, and LISTEN TO THE GIRLS, a timely middle-grade novel. Chrystal effortlessly tackles important topics for young readers, making these books stand out. After the conversation, stay tuned for an hour of sneak peeks at all the fantastic new titles set to release in Spring 2026, brought to you by the RHCB School & Library team. Best of all? It’s totally free and open to all book lovers!

Connect & Collect- Poetry and Verse Novels (ALA/AASL)
School Librarians! Connect with fellow school librarians from all over the country and collect titles and programming ideas each month with the American Association of School Librarians Membership Engagement Committee. March's theme is Poetry and Verse Novels! This is a very casual gathering where we share ideas. Bring titles or programming ideas to share with librarians at your level (elementary, middle, high).

March 11

What’s Up Wednesday – How to Build a Library in a Community Center One Bite at a Time (Indiana State Library)
Join director Nicki Kirchoff on a recorded tour of her new library, inside the Love Community Center of Rushville, Indiana. This event will be hosted by Meg Pool from the Indiana State Library, and the tour will showcase the new Rushville Public Library, the Love Community Center’s other services inside the building, and the Love Community Center’s background. Ever since Nicki became director at Rushville Public Library, she had goals to be county wide. Nicki started talking and meeting about the Community Center, July 1, 2020. What was a long and tedious endeavor, paid off and has become a community hub county wide for Rush County. As we navigate the future, Nicki will share why this special opportunity to be part of Rushville’s community center was the best decision for them, and how it has impacted the community they serve. Come join us and bring your questions!

Academic Library Collection Benchmarking (ProQuest/Clarivate)
Join a roundtable of librarians from Old Dominion, Virginia Tech, University of Virginia, and the University of Colorado Boulder hosted by Clarivate. We will present key findings from an exploration into the benchmark collections data of 171 U.S. academic libraries, published in our recent report entitled Benchmarking Database Access in U.S. Academic Libraries. Librarian and Clarivate analyst Aimee Leverette-Green will kick off the session, offering an in-depth look at how collections differ across Carnegie Classifications and IPEDS funding tiers. Aimee will provide insights into the content academic librarians are relying on and prioritizing in their collections. Clarivate moderator, Helen Chung-Kesl, will lead a roundtable conversation with the panel to discuss the findings and share ideas for libraries seeking to expand access to content within limited budgets. For academic librarians navigating shifting curricular needs and escalating demand for digital content, this webinar provides both context and practical pathways for closing gaps.

Interlibrary Loan: From Basics to Current Issues (Network of the National Library of Medicine)
While interlibrary loan has been a core service for health science libraries for decades, changes in policies, software, and workflow are accelerating. This webinar will explain some basics of ILL and its platforms while also focusing on current issues and changes that are confronting libraries.

Disney Publishing Spring/Summer 2026 Preview (Booklist)
Join staff and authors from Disney Publishing to learn about some of our exciting upcoming children’s and teen titles for 2026! The following authors will be in attendance to preview their books: Shanna Upchurch (THE HONEYBEE HIGHWAY), Kersten Hamilton (LILIBET MAKES A FRIEND), Primo Gallanosa (PET PLACEMENT SOCIETY), Tori Tadiar (ILUSTRA series), Jill Tew (RAYANA JOHNSON’S GIANT LEAP), Jan M. Flynn (GRIFFIN SPEAKER), Codie Crowley (BODY COUNT), and Darianne Schramm (72 HOURS OF YOU). Register now for this free, one-hour webinar!

Rural Libraries, Technology and Funding: Where Do We Go From Here? (Niche Academy)
With the potential loss of federal funding streams, grants, and stagnant or declining local budget funds, rural public librarians are constantly re-evaluating the services they provide to their communities. How do we prepare and prioritize critical programming, collections, and technology services to continue to provide access to information in rural areas? Jennifer Thiele will discuss some of the issues at hand, and how librarians have worked through them with budgetary shifts, partnering with support agencies, and advocacy campaigns.

Explore Accessible Birding & Exploration Through Citizen Science Month (SciStarter)
In March, we will be joined by Emma Giles from SciStarter for a conversation about Citizen Science Month in April. This session will highlight how anyone, anywhere can take part in real scientific research. No prior experience is needed. By participating in fun events or simply sharing observations, people can help crowdsource and accelerate research across a wide range of fields, including birding and conservation! (P.S. the Birdability Map is included in that definition!) Find out more at https://scistarter.org/citizensciencemonth. These webinars are open to everyone, whether you’re new to birding, an experienced birder with a disability, an advocate for accessible outdoor spaces, or just curious about our work. You can register for individual sessions or the entire series, and each event will feature opportunities to ask questions and connect with others in the community.

March 12

Library of Things – A Critical Component of Libraries as Access Points to a Local, Resilient, and Sustainable Future (IFLA)
Libraries lending beyond books exist all over the world. In some locations, one can go to the library to borrow a book on how to make soap and obtain the tools to begin creating it, or borrow supplies for a community design meeting with a potluck. One may also turn to the library as a disaster resource center, complete with a borrowable trailer, or try out a local e-trike with a library pass before making an investment. In many neighborhoods, libraries offer events on how to repair items—along with the tools required to do so. They serve as places where intergenerational groups connect over yard games and art activities, and where community members can borrow the tools needed to construct all sorts of desired items, such as a clean-cooking stove, spending their money instead on the consumables required to make these things. Libraries of things provide access to a wide range of items from gear for adventures to essential wellbeing tools. Together, as librarians, community organizations, and educational event sponsors, we can expand access to this future of lending and help communities overcome hurdles for which we already have decades of experience and solutions.

The Value of a Humanities Education in Preparing Future-Ready Graduates (Library Journal)
In an era defined by rapid technological change, political uncertainty, and evolving labor markets, the humanities continue to play a vital yet often under-recognized role in shaping adaptable, fulfilled and future-ready graduates. This webinar brings together expert voices from the UK and the US to share new research on student success and outcomes as well as practical examples of how universities and national organizations are raising awareness of the value of the humanities in preparing students for professional careers.

2026 PLA Presidential Candidates Forum (Public Library Association)
Join us Thursday, March 12 at 1:00 PM Central for a virtual forum to get to know the candidates standing for president in the upcoming PLA election—Aimee Fifarek, director and chief executive officer, The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (Youngstown, OH); and Skye Patrick, county librarian and director, LA County Library (Los Angeles County, CA). PLA President Dr. Brandy McNeil will facilitate the discussion and participants will have the opportunity to ask questions. In addition to these candidates standing for president, there are six additional candidates standing for ALA division councilor and two PLA directors-at-large positions. Information about all PLA candidates is available on the 2026 PLA Election page.

March 16

Meeting Moments of Change: Strategic Planning for an Unpredictable World (Nonprofit Learning Lab)
Since 2020, nonprofits have faced multiple stressors to our programs — including shifting donor preferences and evolving federal guidelines. These disruptions impact every level of our work, from formal strategic plans to ideas jotted on a napkin. In a landscape of flux and change, a static plan is a liability. This session will focus on practical tools to plan for the future, while navigating a constantly changing present and still preserving our core missions.

Escape Experiences at the Indiana State Library – Can You “Escape,” too? (FDLP)
Come learn about the Escape Experience kits at the Indiana State Library! Funded with a Teaching with Primary Sources Grant and featuring materials from the Library of Congress and Indiana State Library collections, these kits allow public library patrons in Indiana to participate in an Escape Room experience while learning about Indiana History and primary source documents. Attendees will get a general introduction to the project including how it was funded, how the program is administered, and how the kits were made. A special focus on the primary sources selected will be included.

March 17

How to Supercharge Your Grant Research (CharityHowTo)
There is no doubt, to be done successfully, grant research takes critical time away from effective grant writing and grant relationship development and maintenance. However, without the appropriate amount of time spent on grant research, your relationship-building efforts, and especially your grant writing, work will fall flat! In this live webinar, we will discuss how to best use the variety of tools available for foundation research to create and support your grant-seeking plan and strategy. We will look at opportunities for discounts or short-term access to reduce grant research expenses while supercharging your results from the research. We will also address the key role that your colleagues should play in the grant research process and how to get them excited and engaged to help keep their eyes open for grant opportunities.

Content That Connects: Digital Outreach for Nonprofits (TechSoup)
This webinar, teaches nonprofits how to craft messages that resonate and build meaningful supporter connections. Learn to use engaging content for emails and social media to drive awareness, engagement, and support for your mission. You'll learn how to do these things: Center your content around your supporters and their specific questions and needs; Create an ideal supporter profile to craft personalized and deeply relatable content; Use metrics like open rates and engagement to pivot your content strategy effectively.

Acts of Science: Connected Info Session (SciStarter)
Join us each month to prepare for the April event series "Acts of Science: Connected," a set of hybrid events, featuring different projects. Each month, we will host a meet up with one of the projects scheduled to be featured in April. For the first 30 minutes, you will learn about the project and how to participate in it. This will be an opportunity to ask the project leader questions and test out participation. For the last 30 minutes, we will provide facilitation support for the corresponding April event. We will discuss how your library or community space can host a satellite event and what resources will be available to you. These will include access to leaderboards, ways to personalize the community call to action, and promotional tools. These events are a part of Global Citizen Science Month and America 250, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Standardizing IEP Documentation: Benefits, Best Practices, and Winning Strategies (edWeb)
Documenting accommodations, modifications, and services for each student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is required by law, but it’s also critical to enabling educators to collaborate and provide consistent support to students. When documentation is standardized, the entire district speaks the same language, resulting in improved communication, less time spent on paperwork, and more time to focus on student growth. With state reporting and end-of-year conversations with families just around the corner, this session will help you streamline your processes and improve efficiency and compliance. This edWebinar will be of interest to PreK-12 teachers, special education staff, school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders.

March 18

Building an Accessible Library and Workplace – Practical Do’s, Don’ts, and Best Practices (IFLA)
Join us for a hands-on session focused on creating inclusive, accessible spaces in libraries and workplaces with Karin Larsson. Whether you’re designing physical areas, digital resources, or workplace processes, this session will guide you through essential practices to ensure your environment works for everyone. Karin will cover key principles of accessibility, highlighting common mistakes and showcasing best practices. Through real-world examples—both effective and problematic—you’ll learn how to make your spaces, resources, and workflows user-friendly for people with disabilities. Bring your questions and leave empowered with skills that make your library or workplace more welcoming, usable, and equitable for all. Perfect for librarians, administrators, and anyone involved in creating accessible spaces and services.

Modernizing a Small Library on a Small Budget: Systems, Culture, and Community in Year One (Nebraska Library Commission)
In September 2024, the Tolono Public Library District - a rural library serving 13,500 residents - began a year of rapid modernization under new leadership. This session shares a practical, transparent look at how a small library with limited resources implemented large-scale improvements without increasing its budget. Attendees will learn how Tolono rebuilt core administrative and financial systems, transitioned to digital bill pay workflows, restored in-house billing, and launched Paylocity to streamline onboarding, evaluations, and communication. The presentation will highlight how the library expanded digital services, secured over $30,000 in grants (including a major accessibility award), and developed a new strategic plan that aligned staff, trustees, and community partners. The session will also explore the creation of the Library - Municipality Executive Committee, a collaborative model that brought together local mayors, strengthened community relationships, and supported joint planning for accessibility and events. This case study offers practical steps, templates, and lessons learned for small libraries seeking to modernize operations, strengthen internal culture, and create momentum - even with limited staffing and funding.

Managing Cash Flow (Propel Nonprofits)
While standard nonprofit financial reports – the budget, income statement, and balance sheet – provide important management information, these statements alone do not tell whether there is enough cash on hand to pay for an unexpected expense, to take on a new opportunity, or even to cover payroll next month. This webinar will help you anticipate and prepare for the ebb and flow of cash coming in and going out of your organization and identify ways to avoid and manage cash flow challenges.

Navigating Donor Conversations: From Preparation to Partnership (Niche Academy)
Join Lu Bangura to transform your programming approach. Based on the groundbreaking strategies outlined in Unlocking Possibilities in the Library: Programming for the Future, this session provides practical, actionable techniques that you can implement immediately to create more impactful and sustainable programs. Whether you're looking to refresh existing programs or launch new initiatives, you'll leave with concrete strategies and a clear action plan for creating programming that truly serves your community's future.

Readers’ Advisory: Ideas & Practice 2026 (Booklist)
Booklist's Readers’ Advisory: Ideas & Practice series continues to mine the depths of RA, helping the library worker improve their practice and better assist patrons with their leisure reading needs. This year, Booklist is offering three stellar one-hour presentations from a few leading librarians, covering readers’ advisory for history, a deep dive into romantasy, and an exploration of the four cornerstones of reader interest. Registration is free!

Redefining Facilities Leadership: How Purpose and Clarity Drive Better Service (Follett)
In this live conversation with Dr. Adam Larsen, we’ll explore how this simple but powerful mindset shift is reshaping how facilities teams communicate, prioritize, and serve their districts. What if the role of your facilities team wasn’t just about buildings—but about helping school leaders focus more on student outcomes? That’s the mission that drives the Peoria Facilities Department: “To take the weight of managing facilities off the shoulders of our administrators, so they can focus on student achievement.” This session is for district leaders who want to strengthen service culture, reduce friction, and reframe The major gifts playbook: Turn Potential Into Power (Bloomerang)
Feel like you’re leaving money on the table? You’re not alone. In this session, we’ll show you how to level up your fundraising strategy using tools that uncover mid and major donor prospects, optimize for recurring revenue, and unlock higher-value giving. Learn how a unified platform helps you turn data into decisions—and every donor into a bigger opportunity.

The Power of One: Navigating a Single-Person or Small Technical Services Department (Georgia Library Association)
Managing technical services in an academic library can feel overwhelming when you’re a team of one or part of a very small department. This presentation brings together two librarians with unique perspectives: a Collection Management Librarian and an Electronic Resources & Serials Librarian turned Outreach Librarian. Together, we share practical strategies and lessons learned from working in lean technical services environments, where adaptability and resourcefulness are key to success. Our conversation focuses on being kind to yourself while balancing big responsibilities. We explore letting go of imposter syndrome and perfectionism, embracing vendor tools and consortia support even when they aren’t flawless, and advocating for your needs through clear communication and boundaries. Whether you’re navigating usage reports, automating workflows, or finding your professional community through virtual connections, this session offers insights to help you stay grounded and effective in a challenging but rewarding space.

March 19

An Orientation to Legal Research: U.S. Federal Statutes (LOC Law Library)
The Orientation to Legal Research Series provides a basic introduction to legal sources and research techniques. These orientations, taught by legal reference librarians, are typically offered once a month on a rotating basis. This entry in the series provides an overview of U.S. statutory and legislative research, including information about how to find and use the U.S. Code, the U.S. Statutes at Large, and U.S. federal bills and resolutions.

Engagement as the Engine of Change (Training Industry)
The Training Industry 2026 Trends Report states that “when learning is reinforced through peer influence rather than top-down messaging, it becomes more believable and likely to last.” During this discussion, a panel of learning leaders will explore how learning and development (L&D) can harness the passion of employees who are already highly engaged to strengthen culture and accelerate change across the business. Rather than focusing solely on re-engaging disengaged employees, this session centers on amplifying what’s already working — identifying advocates, empowering them as change agents and creating systems where enthusiasm becomes contagious. Attendees will walk away with practical insights for: Identifying and empowering highly engaged employees to champion new initiatives; Embedding engagement into the culture so it drives lasting change; Building peer-led movements that spread enthusiasm and credibility across teams; Using learning experiences to connect personal growth with business goals; Measuring the real impact of engagement on performance and retention.

Streamlining Your Year-End Financial Close in 2026: An Audit-Ready Guide for Nonprofits (Charity Village)
The year-end financial close doesn’t have to be a season of stress and late nights. For many nonprofit leaders, the process can feel like a chaotic marathon of spreadsheets, compliance checks, and last-minute reconciliations. This session, presented in partnership with CharityVillage, is designed to transform your year-end process into a streamlined, “audit-ready” routine. We will dive into the practical steps to organize your financial data, implement effective internal controls, and prepare the comprehensive documentation that auditors and the CRA require, giving you and your stakeholders peace of mind.

DK’s Summer 2026 Librarian Preview (Booklist)
RSVP now for DK’s Summer 2026 Librarian Preview event. We’ll kick off the hour with the joyfully neurodivergent comedian, actor, and debut author of ATTENTION SEEKER Darcy Michael as he takes time out of his world comedy tour to engage in an exclusive Q&A with Booklist Editor-in-Chief Donna Seaman. They’ll discuss Darcy’s fresh and humorous perspective on getting through the daily struggles of those with ADHD, and how his identity, relationships, and work have been shaped by being on the neurofabulous end of the spectrum. You won’t want to miss this conversation, or the laughs that will surely come along with it! Stick around for the second half hour to get a glimpse of DK’s top children’s and adult title picks for the Summer 2026 season.

Increasing Access with Technology on Hand: Using what you already have to increase access to partially hidden, previously unmanaged collections (ASERL)
Ms. Skantz will describe how two archivists worked to increase access to their previously unmanaged university archive collection using tools that were either 1) freely available online 2) part of an existing software package purchased by the university or department and 3) user-friendly for the not so tech-savvy. Skantz will describe the archivist’s decision-making process, and share resources that were helpful in their endeavor.

Navigating Misinformation in One-on-One Patron Interactions (WebJunction)
A librarian from Dallas Public Library and a researcher from the University of Washington's Center for an Informed Public (CIP) will present a brief overview of why people believe misinformation and approaches library staff can use during interactions with patrons.

Level Up International Dark Sky Week with Citizen Science (SciStarter)
DarkSky International, SciStarter, and Globe at Night are teaming up to prepare you for Citizen Science Month this April! This training webinar will equip you and your community with the tools and resources to engage in citizen science projects, such as hosting star parties, documenting sky quality, and more. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of America 250 and the 2.50 Million Acts of Science Challenge!

March 24

Show Your Auditors Some Love! Stay Audit Ready All Year-Round (Blackbaud)
Whether you’re a new or seasoned member of your finance team, join us for tips on how to keep your auditors happy and stay audit ready all year round. In this webinar, you’ll hear from the nonprofit accounting experts at YPTC, as we discuss ways to leverage the month-end close to confidently prepare for and navigate the financial statement audit process.

A Practical Guide to Researching U.S. Food Law and Regulations (FDLP)
This presentation will provide an overview on effectively researching U.S. food law and regulations, including a brief history tracing its evolution from early 20th-century reforms to modern frameworks. Attendees will learn about the nuances of agency jurisdiction, including how overlaps affect enforcement, as well as strategies for locating statutes, case law, and guidance documents, with tips for researching this complex field.

Intellectual Freedom & Academic Libraries: How Can the Office for Intellectual Freedom Help? (ALA/ACRL)
With challenges to academic freedom in academia on the rise and the number of intellectual freedom threats in academic libraries increasing, the ALA's Office for Intellectual Freedom is here to support you with educational materials and case assistance. Sarah Lamdan, OIF's Executive Director, will describe the types of support and resources the office provides and answer questions about intellectual and academic freedom issues that you're facing in your libraries.

Surviving with a Skeleton Crew: IT Best Practices for Small District Teams (Follett)
Small tech teams are doing big things—but often with limited time, tools, and people. In this panel discussion hosted by Carl Hooker, hear from district IT leaders who are managing hundreds (or thousands) of devices with just a handful of staff—and doing it well. Perfect for IT professionals in small or rural districts looking to work smarter—not just harder.

March 25

What’s Up Wednesday – Outward In: Community-Led Programming and Asset Mapping (Indiana State Library)
Have you ever said, “why don’t people come to our library programs?” Often events grow from ideas someone at the library has for what they think will be a great program, but what if we instead look outward, asking our communities to help develop programming that will be of interest to them? Attendees will learn how they can move from a library-centric approach — to program planning — to one that more effectively engages our communities. You’ll feel both recognized in the library’s programming offerings but also feel engaged in the process of program development, and explore how IMLS’s asset mapping tools can reshape the way we look at collaboration.

Pretty Sweet Tech (Nebraska Library Commission)
Special monthly episodes of NCompass Live! Join the NLC’s Technology Innovation Librarian, Amanda Sweet, as she guides us through the world of library-related Pretty Sweet Tech.

AI Impact Hour for Nonprofits (TechSoup)
AI Impact Hour is a practical, interactive conversation designed for executive directors, staff, board members, and volunteers who want to understand what AI can realistically do in a nonprofit setting. You’ll see simple demonstrations and real examples, and you'll have a chance to share your experiences, challenges, and insights with the group. In this session, you’ll learn how to: Streamline communication and content creation; Organize information and reduce repetitive tasks; Support fundraising and outreach with beginner-friendly tools. What makes this different: We want to hear from you — how your nonprofit has been experimenting with AI; You’ll learn from each other — not just from the presentation. Who should attend: Nonprofit leaders, staff, volunteers, and anyone curious about how AI can support their work, regardless of experience level.

From Fear to Connection: Learning How to Ask for a Gift (GrantStation)
Asking a donor for money is one of the most essential skills in fundraising and one of the most feared. Even experienced nonprofit professionals often avoid face-to-face asks, worrying they’ll say the wrong thing, hear “no,” or damage the relationship. Yet avoiding the ask doesn’t just limit funding, it keeps fundraisers disconnected from the very donors who want to be part of the mission. The good news is that asking doesn’t have to feel awkward, pushy, or transactional. When done well, it can actually deepen trust and connection. And getting a “no” is the least of your worries! In this webinar, Beth Raps will demystify the art of asking by sharing simple, proven rules and tools that make donor conversations natural, respectful, and heartfelt. This free webinar is ideal for nonprofit staff, board members, and volunteers who want a kinder, more confident way to ask for support.

March 26

Online Accessibility: PDFs (Washington State Library)
This is a continuation of the Washington State Library's accessibility series and will cover PDFs. More details about these topics will be added later, but registration for this webinar is open now. This installment is part of a State Library monthly series about online accessibility, ahead of a new U.S. federal rule requiring local government websites to meet accessibility standards.

Fundraising Masterclass Series: The Role of a Fundraising Database Manager: What's New, What's Not (Blackbaud)
Being a "database manager" is a different role—with different responsibilities—than being the fundraising team’s chief database power user. It’s not just writing queries, creating reports, and making mailing lists.  It’s long been different than that, with responsibilities for security, system configuration, policy and procedure development, documentation, training, user support, external and internal teams’ liaison, and more. But many, if not most, database managers, fundraisers, and fundraising leaders don’t seem to know that – or at least don’t seem to act that way. Come hear our presenter discuss what it means to be a “fundraising database manager” in 2026 and beyond. Bring your questions and share insights from your own experience!

Boards & Asking Styles: A Roadmap to Success (Charity-How-To)
Every board has a distinct personality made up of all the members' personalities. In today's times it's more important than ever for your board to be the strongest it can be and understanding your board's individual and collective personalities is key to building that strength. Join Brian Saber to learn how to use his iconic Asking Styles to improve your nonprofit board's governance and ability to fundraise. Learn the personality of your board and how it is impacting board meetings (especially today's virtual ones), leadership, strategic planning, and how to get your boards to fundraise.  Understanding your board members' Styles will make your board stronger in every way. Saddle up - it's time for nonprofit board training!

March 30

Simple Nonprofit Newsletters that Boost Donor Retention (Productive Fundraising)
Join fundraising master trainer, Chad Barger, ACFRE, ACNP, for a workshop focused on reporting impact to our donors via newsletters.  We’ll examine how print/mailed communications work in tandem with email to ensure our donors are informed and engaged.  And we’ll look at processes and tools  to simplify the development of these vital fundraising tools.  Multiple optimized newsletter samples will be shared as well.

Conscientious, Humble, and Stuck: Why Libraries Struggle to Market Themselves, Show Their Value, and Ask for Resources (ASERL)
Grab your coffee, water or tea and join us for an informal and enlightening conversation about marketing and how we can be more effective. Why do libraries that change lives every day continuously struggle to successfully show their value, promote themselves, and make the case for more financial and staffing resources? This episode unpacks the six cultural traits that shape how libraries communicate—and why those same traits often hold them back from telling their story boldly, visibly, and developing strategies that get results.

Active Listening Tips for Supervisors (GovLoop)
Great supervisors don’t just manage, they listen. And that means more than smiling and nodding along. Your team needs to know you’re an active listener and take their feedback, concerns, and comments seriously. Join us to hear from an expert as we discuss easy-to-use active listening techniques you can use every day. 

March 31

Designing a Bilingual Fundraising Strategy That Serves Your Community (Nonprofit Learning Lab)
This workshop explores how nonprofits can test and refine bilingual fundraising messaging across newsletters, donor emails, and social media. Participants will learn how to use A/B testing and performance data to understand what language resonates, without compromising authenticity or community trust. The session emphasizes practical, repeatable systems for improving engagement and fundraising outcomes.

Agile Infographics (Training Magazine Network)
Quickly and efficiently make professional infographics. To stay current, designers want to adopt “Agile methodologies.” This innovative/cutting-edge workshop shows (step-by-step) how to use Agile to turn words into professional, compelling infographics quickly. Learn the proven techniques and tools the pros use to do more with less. Top Takeaways include: Get the best techniques and tools to efficiently make professional graphics … quickly; See how AI speeds development; Use “Agile” to make large projects easy; Learn to make more compelling infographics; Avoid common mistakes that designers make.