Information regarding Library Staff Development Day
Here you will find the handouts and important information needed for EBRPL Staff Development Day 2025.
Things to Know:
Information about our guest speakers:
- Adam St. Pierre, President of Patrons of the Public Library (POPL)
Formed in 1984, the Patrons of the Public Library (POPL) is a non-profit organization that supports the work of the East Baton Rouge Parish Library (EBRPL) and is comprised of citizens from the community who value educational, informational, cultural, and recreational institutions.
https://poplebrpl.org/ - Sarah Noles and Bridget Gaffney from Visit Baton Rouge
Do you love Baton Rouge and want to help showcase everything it has to offer? Whether you’re a hospitality professional, local business owner, or just a proud resident, Capital City Champions Academy is your chance to make a difference! This free, online training is designed to equip you with the knowledge to answer the ultimate question: “What is there to do in Baton Rouge?” By becoming a certified Capital City Champion, you’ll help inspire visitors, strengthen community connections, and contribute to the city’s growth.
https://www.visitbatonrouge.com/partners/capital-city-champions/ - Carrie Patterson, Continuum of Care Manager at Louisiana Balance of State Continuum of Care, Louisiana’s Largest Coalition to End Homelessness
Carrie Patterson has been serving as LA BOSCOC Manager since May 2022. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Carrie has experience working with vulnerable people and communities in a variety of capacities.
https://laboscoc.org/ - Trudy Wickham, Overdose Prevention Coordinator, Louisiana Department of Health
Trudy Wickham provides training on how to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and administer the opioid overdose reversal drug Naloxone.
https://opioidhelpla.org/ - Erica Lundgren, Director of Marketing & Communications, Baton Rouge Cardiology Center
www.brcardiology.com - Cory Howard, Creator and Host of The Campfireball
https://www.campfireball.net/
Handouts
- Book Repair – Starter Guide
- Book Repair – Basics for Libraries
- Book Repair – 01 Basics from VLA
- Book Repair – 02 Bookcraft by Gaylord
- Book Repair – 03 Starter Guide Excerpt
- BRCC CPR
- Children’s Databases Excel
- Have I Got News For You
- How to Spot Fake News
- Makerspace Presentation
- Overdose Prevention Presentation
- Pitch, Plan, Program Handout
- Pump Up Your Canva
- Youth Resources for Adult Services
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