WELCOME TO TBLC!
The Tampa Bay Library Consortium, Inc. (TBLC) is a nonprofit Multitype Library Cooperative that assists and empowers over 120 libraries. All types of libraries – public, academic, school and specialized – are members. Since 1979, TBLC has worked with member libraries to provide better, faster service to the residents of central Florida.
PROGRAMS & SERVICES
TBLC provides ongoing programs and services for members and libraries through out Florida including:
Training & Workshops
With a regional focus on continuing education, TBLC offers training in the form of webinars, in-person workshops, conference-style events, and blended learning courses.
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Florida Library Delivery Service
All Florida libraries that are members of FLIN are eligible to participate in the Florida Library Delivery Service, which provides pickup and delivery of interlibrary loan materials among over 200 libraries throughout Florida.
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Florida Library Webinars
Florida Webinars is dedicated to bringing the most accurate, relevant and current training to staff working in Florida Libraries. We believe that a well trained library staff makes for an excellent service to its community.
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Ask A Librarian
Ask a Librarian provides Florida residents with virtual reference service via live chat and text messaging Sunday – Saturday.
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TRAININGS & UPCOMING EVENTS
| Date/Time | Event | Type |
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05/18/2022 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
Controlled Digital Lending
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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06/03/2022 10:00 am - 11:30 am |
Stuck in the Weeds
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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06/14/2022 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
Intentional Blind Spots: Are You Seeing Only What You Want To See?
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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06/21/2022 11:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Intellectual Freedom and Social Justice
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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07/14/2022 10:30 am - 12:00 pm |
Modular Online Learning Design
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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07/18/2022 All Day |
Front Line Customer Service - 6 Week Course |
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07/19/2022 9:30 am - 11:00 am |
Linked Data & Bibframe in Context - New Date
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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07/20/2022 9:30 am - 12:30 pm |
The Art of Communication
Rocky Bluff Library, Ellenton FL |
FacetoFace |
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07/21/2022 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm |
Cataloger Group Meeting 2022
Online, _______ Florida |
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08/16/2022 10:00 am - 11:30 am |
Bystander Intervention In Public Spaces Training
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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08/23/2022 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm |
Designing Effective Library Signage : Best Practices, Tips, and Guidelines
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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09/01/2022 9:30 am - 3:30 pm |
VIP 2022 - Work: In Progress
RP Funding Center – Lakeland, Lakeland Florida |
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09/08/2022 10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Engaging Library Outreach to Underserved Communities
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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09/14/2022 9:30 am - 12:30 pm |
What Customers Really Want: Getting Back to Basics
West Osceola Branch Library – Multi Purpose Room, Kissimmee FL |
FacetoFace |
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09/20/2022 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
Cataloging 101
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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09/23/2022 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
Cataloging 102
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
CONTACT US
Give us a call, send us an email us, or fill out our form at:
813-622-8252 | info@tblc.org
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