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Massachusetts Library Association Conference
eLearning
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Rhode Island Library Association Conference
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The presentation will focus on the lived experience of a librarian who recently moved into a large middle management role at a sizable R1 institution, while adjusting to a new discovery of their neurodiversity.
eLearning
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eLearning
Webinar
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New Jersey Library Association Conference
eLearning
Webinar
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Celebration
Find resources to celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month in your school library.
Celebration
Find information and resources to celebrate National Immigrant Heritage Month with learners in your school library.
Celebration
Find information and resources to celebrate Audiobook Appreciation Month with learners in your school library.
Celebration
Find resources to celebrate Rainbow Book Month in your school library.
eLearning
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