TO : Network Libraries
FROM : MaryBeth Wise, Network Consultant
SUBJECT : 2016 National Conference hotel reservations and training sessions
The 2016 National Conference of Librarians Serving Blind and Physically Handicapped Individuals will take place in San Francisco, California, April 3–7, 2016. Preconference workshops will be offered on Saturday, April 2. This is a premiere educational and networking event.
The 2016 biennial national conference will offer critical hands-on training workshops each day before the general sessions begin. It will also feature in-depth and innovative programs, engaging speakers, and demonstrations of technologies and services that may enhance patron satisfaction (see the list below). Join us to celebrate successes, acknowledge challenges, and uncover opportunities.
Hotel Registration
Hotel reservations must be made no later than noon (PST) on February 1, 2016, to receive the conference rate of $289 per single or double, plus 14.065 percent tax and 2.25 percent business district assessment fee. (Tax is subject to change without notice.)
To obtain the conference rate, make hotel reservations online or call the Fairmont San Francisco Hotel toll-free at 1-800-441-1414. Ask for “Reservations,” then note that you are attending the 2016 Library of Congress conference.
Conference Sessions and Training
Listed below is a preliminary sampling of sessions and training proposed for the preconference and conference.
Preconference Sessions
Staffing and Standards
Duplication on Demand: Best Practices in Streamlining Processes—Duplicating, Labeling, Circulation Management
Conference Session Topics
Grant-Writing/Advocating for Funding to Support Libraries for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
Youth Services—Outreach to Younger Readers
Partnering with Public Libraries
BARD Mobile: iOS and Android
Braille: Unified English Braille (UEB)
Collection Management in a Digital Environment (Shelving Practices, Copy Allotment, Duplication on Demand, Statistical Reporting)
Patron Engagement-Communications: Social Media, Newsletters, Programming
Outreach and Marketing
Cataloging Unrated Books
Hands-On Training Sessions
Magazine on Cartridge Tools
BARD Administration—Troubleshooting for Network Libraries
Reader Advisory Resources and Strategies
Hindenburg Audio Book Creator (Recording, Editing, Mark-Up)
Network Library Database Tools
Voyager Catalog Search
Tech Demonstrations: Third-Party Players and iOS and Android Devices
Using BARD and BARD Mobile with Third-Party Players
BARD Media Manager
Network Library Director FAQs: XESS, Recall, Transfers, Records Management, Statistical Reporting, NLS Policies
More topics will be added as the agenda is refined. A final agenda will be distributed closer to the conference date.
For more information contact:
Network Consultant