2019 NLA Conference

The Nevada XR Libraries (emerging technology early adopter program ETEAP) is a multifaceted and integrated library and information services partnership. It is made possible by the 2019 Nevada State Legislature. The Califa Group is delivering  XR Libraries in partnership with the Nevada State Library, Archives and Public Records to the ETEAP in Nevada. XR Libraries provide Nevada librarians one stop access to virtual reality, mixed reality and augmented reality equipment, materials and professional development resources to support the learning and information needs of key library user groups.

Are you stuck in a monthly flyer rut? Are you spending too much on printing? Engage your community and reduce your overall expenses by producing professionally-printed guides for your users. In this session, John Andrews (Washoe County Library) and Jamie Hemingway (Washoe County Library) will share their experience in leading the library toward a quarterly magazine-style guide for library events. The session will include tips for success and pitfalls to avoid, working with printing vendors, getting buy-in and participation from staff, maintaining a consistent and professional look and feel, and planning for deadlines.

The 2020 Census not only will determine federal representation, billions of dollars of federal and state funding, and essential demographic data, but more is at stake for libraries as this Census will be the first with an internet response option, and government distrust is on the rise. Libraries, as trusted voices in your community, can help ensure a complete and inclusive count. Attendees will gain practical strategies for raising awareness and encouraging participation, either through using the library's online connections or completing the census questions at home.  

Nancy Keener (Systems Librarian), Debi Stears (Resources Librarian) and Todd Goatley-Seals (ByWater Support) will talk about their experiences with Koha and demonstrate it's many features. Nancy as the Systems Librarian was responsible for finding an affordable ILS in 2011 and manages Koha for the Washoe County Library System.  Todd, who worked for Nancy at the time was instrumental in bringing Koha to the attention of Washoe County and today works for Koha's largest support vendor, ByWater Solutions.  Debi Stears has since been the spearhead to getting the acquisitions module fully automated and is a forward thinking user.