Events

Events

Thu, Mar 5, 2026 / 10:00am to 11:00am

The Technical Services Committee has been investigating tools and techniques for libraries to address and revise harmful language in Primo VE catalog records. Stephanie Fletcher and Ted Schwitzner will present options identified so far and facilitate a discussion of other actions that libraries and CARLI may take to manage harmful language.

Technical Services Q&A sessions offer staff at CARLI libraries the opportunity to share best practices and issues of concern with CARLI staff, with members of the Technical Services Committee, and with each other. 

Thu, Mar 5, 2026 / 1:00pm to 2:30pm

The Resource Sharing Committee meets monthly. This virtual meeting is held via Zoom / Conference Call. Contact for attendance details.

Fri, Mar 6, 2026 / 1:30pm to 2:30pm

Are you working on open educational resources (OER) or curious about what others are doing in your field? Join us for a lively virtual meet-up designed to spark ideas, share experiences and tips, and explore opportunities for cross-institutional OER partnerships.

This session is all about connection and inspiration. We’ll: 

  • Hear about current OER projects in development or use;
  • Discuss concerns / problems you have encountered;
  • Share tips on possible solutions;
  • Discuss areas of interest for future collaboration;
  • Create space for teaming up on shared goals and initiatives

Whether you’re just getting started or already deep into OER work, this meet-up is a chance to learn from peers, build new relationships, and imagine what’s possible together.

Facilitators: Mackenzie Salisbury, Northwestern University and Zach Claybaugh, Dominican University

Please register in advance.

Sponsored by the CARLI OER Committee
 

Mon, Mar 9, 2026 / 10:00am to 11:00am

The CARLI Archives Committee meets monthly.

This virtual meeting is held via Zoom / Conference Call.

Contact for attendance details.

Tue, Mar 10, 2026 / 2:00pm to 3:30pm

Join CARLI staff and the Commercial Products Committee for a webinar about ConsortiaManager, CARLI's system for managing the e-resources brokering program. The webinar will include an overview of ConsortiaManager, as well as tips and tricks for navigating and using system features. Time will be left at the end for Q&A.

The webinar will be recorded.

Click the "Register" tab at the top of the page to sign up. Zoom information will be sent the day before the webinar.

Thu, Mar 12, 2026 / 10:00am to 11:30am

Library work helps you hone highly transferable skills like research, instruction, project management, community engagement, and technology support that are valuable far beyond traditional library roles. Whether you’re ready to make a change or just looking, we will explore how skills can translate and learn about common library-adjacent career paths. Session moderator is DEED librarian Dru Frykberg.

Series | Next Chapter: Career Literacy for Library Staff is a multi-part webinar series designed to help you find the library job you’ve been looking for. From résumés and cover letters to interviews, networking, and exploring career paths, each session offers practical tips. The series is for library staff at all levels who wish to learn more about applying for library opportunities in all types of libraries. Whether you’re new to the field or ready for your next step, this series will help you write your own next chapter. 

Register to attend

Hosted by Metronet
 

Thu, Mar 12, 2026 / 10:30am to 12:00pm

The OER Committee meets monthly.

This virtual meeting is held via Zoom / Conference Call.

Contact  for attendance details.

Fri, Mar 13, 2026 / 11:00am to 12:00pm

The Commercial Products Committee meets monthly via Zoom.

Fri, Mar 13, 2026 / 1:00pm to 2:30pm

The Preservation Committee meets monthly.

This virtual meeting is held via Zoom / Conference Call.

Contact  for attendance details.

Mon, Mar 16, 2026 / 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Monthly meeting of the CARLI E-Resources Management Committee.
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