NMRT Virtual New Member Coffee Hour

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Join us for a relaxed and welcoming Virtual New Member Coffee Hour!

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming Virtual New Member Coffee Hour! This informal session will focus on helping new library staff and NMRT members feel more confident and prepared for their first (or next!) ALA Annual Conference. We'll share practical tips, survival strategies, and insights about how to make the most of your conference experience, from navigating sessions to connecting with colleagues. Bring your questions and your favorite hot beverage as we chat together about how to make the conference fun and rewarding!

Event tags:
ALA
Academic Library
Conference
Free
Online
Public Library
Rural Library
School Library
Special Library
Tribal Library
Urban Library
June 23, 2025
12:00 - 1:00pm CDT

Online

Free
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