Welcoming Spaces

Explores how Volusia County Public Library responded when hurricanes disrupted buildings and services to the community. Using the experiences of Daytona Beach Regional Library and John H. Dickerson Heritage Library as case studies, this presentation examines storm damage, recovery efforts, operational continuity, and the strategies implemented to strengthen resilience and preparedness for future events. Melissa […]

After an almost 30-year wait, the St. Johns County Library System, in partnership with two county departments, is moving forward with 4 new libraries, projected to open over the next 3 years. The overall project plans co-locate the library with another county department to reduce the cost of infrastructure and overall operating expenses. All four […]

Discusses the many changes the Clay County Public Library System has made (and are in the process of making) over the last decade or so to create warm, engaging, comfortable places for people to spend time with us in the library. The session will focus on better utilizing the furniture and space you already have […]