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Register today for the BCLA Year-End Keynote event with Professor R. David Lankes on Thurs. December 5th at 2pm on Zoom. We anticipate a lively discussion on AI and the role of libraries. tinyurl.com/keynotelankes
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Join us next week with Cari-Lynn Gawletz for "AI and ChatGPT top tops for daily life and library work," Nov. 21st on Zoom at 2pm. tinyurl.com/dailylifeAI
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When was the last time you learned something new? The world is truly changing SO fast. This week, we’re challenging you to learn more about the climate, CO2 emissions, or sustainability. Share what you learn with us and your community! #ClimateActionWeek 💙 @bclaconnect
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Register today for "Committing to Accessibility in the Licensing of Digital Resources" on Nov. 12th at 11am. Join Daniella Levy-Pinto @NNELSca Laurie Davidson @CELAlibrary and Tami Setala @BCLibrariesCoop tinyurl.com/accessiblelibrar…
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For libraries participating in #ClimateActionWeek, contact the planning committee to let them know that you'll be sharing your ideas and plans. We can’t wait to see what climate programs, displays, and initiatives you come up with! Visit: buff.ly/3Cderwy @bclaconnect
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Do YOU love reading & the planet? #ClimateActionWeek is the perfect place to start your journey to help the world. Whether you join the library, read to learn, or find your climate community, libraries can help with all of the above. buff.ly/4dUrVue @bclaconnect
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Libraries are here to help our community navigate the path to a sustainable future. This #ClimateActionWeek, explore resources that inspire change and empower communities 📚 💚#Read4Climate #EcoReads #BCClimateActionWeek #ClimateAction #LibraryClimateAction @bclaconnect
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Join us tomorrow at 3:30 PM for the first of our two-part #Furoshiki workshop series! Learn how to sew beautiful furoshiki from fabric remnants. Secure your spot now: libcal.library.ubc.ca/calend… #EcoFriendly #BCClimateActionWeek
A traditional practice in Japan for centuries, #furoshiki involves folding fabric for a variety of practical uses. Join us for workshops on making and using furoshiki as a sustainable alternative to gift wrapping! Register at asian.library.ubc.ca/news/20… #BCClimateActionWeek
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Join environmental journalist and author Arno Kopecky for a special #ClimateActionWeek writing workshop on how (and why) to incorporate those scenes into your climate writing. Workshop: Building Scenes into Climate Writing Nov 9 |1 pm | Central Library buff.ly/4dZv9fW
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It's #ClimateActionWeek Browse our ebook list in Libby to learn more about climate change and how you can play a part in making a difference. Or, stop by any branch and check out our featured displays of print books. yourlibraryca.overdrive.com/
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Join us during Climate Action Week for a presentation and discussion on the emotions we feel in response to the climate crisis. Nov. 6 at 6:30 p.m. buff.ly/40occR6
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This week is #ClimateActionWeek! 🌎 From November 2-8, we’re raising awareness, answering our communities’ growing needs, and SHOUTING to the world that libraries are places to connect people and access resources on climate change. Will you join us?
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Nov. 2 - 8 is Climate Action Week in libraries across the country! Want to join? Learn more: bit.ly/3YMvb6r Already participating? Mention us @bclaconnect and share what you are up to. Bonus prize for activity or display photos!#BCClimateActionWeek #LibraryClimateAction
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Don't forget about our lunchtime meet-up tomorrow, Oct 30th at noon! It's a great opportunity to check in with colleagues across the province and brainstorm. For the Zoom link, take a look at our discussion board or email yaacsbc at gmail.
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Join us Tuesday Nov. 5, 2:30 – 4 p.m. PST for a free online introduction to systemic discrimination. Through stories and real-life examples, participants will learn how to identify systemic discrimination and take action. To register, please visit: bchumanrights.ca/news-and-ev…
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If you missed the @ReadLocalBC Fall Bookblast! last week, check out the recording on Vimeo. There were some fantastic new titles presented by BC Publishers for all ages. vimeo.com/1023367336 Full book list is available here: bnccatalist.ca/ViewCatalogue…
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Not sure if your documents are #accessible? Join us on Oct. 25th to learn the ins and outs of #accessibility checkers in #Microsoft, #Acrobat and PAC. #Webinar Info: buff.ly/4gXsnue @yukonuniversity @mb_lib_assn @NLLA_NL @bclaconnect @lib_assn_ab @CFLAFCAB @nwtac @RGD
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BCLA’s Mentorship Committee is now accepting applicants for the January session and is pleased to share that we’ll be enhancing the program through the Canadian platform, Pollinate. Learn more on our website and fill out the form before Nov. 8th. bclaconnect.ca/mentorship/me…
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There’s still time to register for BCLA’s October AI Exploration Series workshops, free on Zoom! Learn more about Issam Laradji’s train-the-trainer session, and Dr. Brandy McNeil’s keynote presentation. bclaconnect.ca/resources/con…
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