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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08/13/2021 11:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Social Media Content Trends
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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08/17/2021 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Volunteers in the Library: Coordinating Their Success
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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08/24/2021 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm |
How Do We S.E.R.V.E. Our Customers?
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
|
09/01/2021 9:30 am - 3:00 pm |
VIP 2021 - Go Boldly
RP Funding Center – Lakeland, Lakeland Florida |
FacetoFace, Online |
|
09/09/2021 10:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Media Literacy in Libraries
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
|
09/14/2021 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm |
FHSLA/TBLC ~ Neonatal Intensive Care: The NICU Experience
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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09/21/2021 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm |
First Impressions Matter: How to Win Friends in Admissions and Influence Prospective Students
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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09/28/2021 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm |
Find Your Bliss @ Work ~ Really
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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10/05/2021 11:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Making Your Images Ready For The Web |
Online |
|
10/12/2021 10:00 am - 11:30 am |
Designing the Post-Pandemic Library
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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10/28/2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Self-Care During Stressful Times
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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11/05/2021 10:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Introduction to OpenRefine
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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11/10/2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Cross-Training for Happier Staff & Happier Patrons |
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12/13/2021 9:00 am - 4:00 pm |
Introduction to Cricut
Oldsmar Public Library, Oldsmar FL |
FacetoFace |
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12/16/2021 10:00 am - 11:30 am |
Stories by Hand with Kathy MacMillan |
Online |
|
12/17/2021 10:00 am - 11:30 am |
A Universal Design Approach to Creating Accessible Library Experiences |
Online |
|
01/06/2022 - 08/06/2022 9:30 am - 3:30 pm |
Effective Presentation And Facilitation Skills
Gulf Gate Public Library, Sarasota FL |
FacetoFace |
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01/18/2022 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
Motivation From The Inside Out
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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01/20/2022 11:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Web Mythology: What People Believe About Websites and Why They’re Wrong
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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01/27/2022 11:00 am - 12:30 pm |
Welcoming and Celebrating LGBTQ+ Voices in Library Services, Collections, and Programs for All Ages
Online, _______ Florida |
Online |
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02/07/2022 9:30 am - 3:30 pm |
Basic Book Repair Workshop
Oldsmar Public Library, Oldsmar FL |
FacetoFace |
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05/05/2022 11:00 am - 12:00 pm |
How to Create Accessible PDFs |
Online |
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06/03/2022 10:00 am - 11:30 am |
Stuck in the Weeds |
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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07/20/2022 9:30 am - 12:30 pm |
The Art of Communication
Rocky Bluff Library, Ellenton FL |
FacetoFace |
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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