Boost Box: Consumer Health Data Literacy

Data Literacy includes the ability to read, work with, analyze, and argue with data as a part of a larger questioning process - a critical skill in today’s world. Join experts from the Western Pennsylvania Regional Data Center (www.wprdc.org(link is external)) to explore data literacy concepts, the role of libraries and data literacy, examples of reliable health data resources, and resources for facilitating your own data literacy program. This training is introductory and all skill levels are welcome.

From Beyond our Borders: Providing Multilingual and Multicultural Health Information (one hour version)

Braving the Elements: PubChem Resources to Weather any Situation

PubChem is the world's largest collection of freely accessible chemical information. You can use PubChem to search chemicals by name, molecular formula, structure, and other identifiers. And, you can use PubChem to find chemical and physical properties, biological activities, safety and toxicity information, patents, literature citations and more. In this session, Rana Morris, PhD, NCBI Customer Experience team member and Team Lead for Educational Programs, will provide an overview of PubChem's key features. Since 2002, Rana has provided user support and training, as well as working with…
Date: May 27, 2020

Introduction to Mindfulness: Nourishing Ourselves in These Times

In light of the COVID crisis, this Zoom presentation blends learning, participant sharing and brief practices: straw breathing, gentle stretching, guided meditation, silent sit and gratitude. Emphasis is on strengthening our collective immune system and our responsibility (response+ability) to sharpen self-regulation skills in service to the Greater Good. Facilitator: Madeleine Charney is a Research Services Librarian at UMass Amherst. She is co-editor of Recipes for Mindfulness in Your Library: Supporting Resilience and Community Engagement (ALA, 2019)(link is external) and works…
Date: May 27, 2020

How PubMed® Works: Introduction

Virtual Programs for Preschoolers: How to encourage wellness, movement & creativity

Are you interested in virtual storytimes, dance parties, and other wellness activities for ages 0-6? This webinar will offer tips & tricks for presenting digitally, partnering with community organizations, and igniting kid's imagination with wellness-themed programs. Presenter Katie currently serves as the Early Literacy Services Manager at Gail Borden Public Library. Katie's past positions include Children's Services at both Midlothian Public Library and Oak Park Public Library. She completed her MLIS from Dominican University. She currently serves on the Bluestem Award Nominating…
Date: May 14, 2020

I am ... Safe Zones: Sticks and Stones LGBTQA 101

What better way to learn about sexual identities than to list out social norms, stereotypes, media images, rumors, jokes, and slang! This is a safe space for any and all kinds of interactive discussions regarding Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Heterosexual identities.

Preprints in PubMed Central - May 8, 2020

Exploring data literacy needs at your institution

Building Resilient Communities Online and In Person

From childhood trauma to dementia, and from social emotional challenges to mental wellness knowledge, libraries and their partners can train staff and community to build resiliency. The invisible bonds that bind our communities together are more evident than ever. In this time of crisis, take an hour to pause, breathe, listen, participate and reflect along with staff at the Gail Borden Public Library District in Elgin, Illinois, an IMLS National Medal recipient. Examine your library partnerships and community assets and learn how to empower your staff, your patrons and your community,…
Date: May 1, 2020