WRLS 2026 Upcoming Workshops and Events for Continuing Education
Professional Development
Find additional resources for library directors, youth services/programming staff, and support personnel in the WRLS Knowledgebase.
What is the WRLS Knowledgebase? The WRLS Knowledgebase is a self-service library of articles, links, worksheets, templates, pre-made publicity templates and posts, and shared documents. Visit the WRLS Knowledgebase through SharePoint in your WRLS Outlook Account or through this link.
Need help accessing the WRLS Knowledgebase? Email itsupport@wrlsweb.org.
WRLS Wonders Podcast
Listen to the WRLS Wonders Podcast here! Even though the podcast has been on a hiatus during the pandemic, expect an eventual return. The podcast is a great CE resource for library staff on the go.
Directors
Public Library Director (PLD) Certification Forms | Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
Certification Manual for Wisconsin Public Library Directors | Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
More resources for library directors can be found in the WRLS Knowledgebase HERE.
Niche Academy | Ryan Dowd Training
Recordings include advice for dealing with homeless patrons, patrons with mental health or hygiene issues, and information to help you deal with customers from all walks of life– a great resource for anyone who needs help having “tough conversations.”
(Subscription to this resource paid for by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.)
Are you a first-time user? Email barry@wrlsweb.org for access.
Past Workshops/CE Opportunities
Continuing Education Opportunities- 2020
September Tech Days 2020 Online Online September 23 - 24 Learn from experts without having to travel — we've transformed our annual event from workshops to webinars! Tech Days 2020 is a series of 4 webinars over 2 days, and you may register here. You’ll find...
Continuing Education Opportunities- 2019
Mango Languages WebinarRecording here: .5 Contact HoursLearn all about this new resource WRLS is offering to all of it’s member libraries. Biblioboard WebinarFebruary 7th, 2pm Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3307796465923266307Learn all...
Continuing Education Opportunities- 2018
Wild Wisconsin Winter Web Conference January 24 – 25, 2018 http://www.wildwiscwinterweb.com/program-info–tracks.html Media Literacy Programming Jeff Rand and Lindsay Schmitt February 8, 2018; 1:00pm – 3:30pm Join LPL librarians Jeff Rand and Lindsay Schmitt for...
Continuing Education Opportunities- 2017
JANUARY January 25-26 Wild Wisconsin Winter Web Conference archives link to 2016 slides and recordings: http://www.wildwiscwinterweb.com/recordings–slides.html FEBRUARY February 23: 2016 Media Conversion Lab grant equipment demonstration and training Location: ...
Continuing Education Opportunities- 2016
2016 WRLS Continuing Education and Conference Schedule JANUARY January 20-21: Wild Wisconsin Winter Web Conference archives link to slides and recordings: http://www.wildwiscwinterweb.com/recordings–slides.html MARCH March 24: Libraries Support...