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 * The TL Virtual Cafe is committed to creating conversations about teacher-librarians, **
 * educational technology, and collaborative connections to facilitate meaningful **
 * and lifelong learning skills. **


 * No need to register for our events - just show up! 8pm EASTERN US Time**

=How to Connect!= These conversations occur during FREE Webinars utilizing Blackboard (formerly Elluminate) generously donated by Steve Hargadon of [|We Collaborate!]a super cool Ning & social media hub that takes the place of learn central. To check that your computer is ready for Blackboard Collaborate, please click **here**. "Step 1" will indicate if you have a version of Java that is compatible, and then "Step 2" lets you actually go into a test session. We encourage you to do this in advance of the conference. **View this [|tutorial video]to prepare your computer to successfully access the webinar session.**

=Click here for an important update about TL Cafe.=

=2016-2017 TL Webinar Season: =
 * The 2016-2017 TL Cafe Webinar Series, #TLChat LIVE, and TL News Night was on hiatus until February 2017.

The NEW format will be a once-a-month TL Cafe Webinar using Blackboard Collaborate and combine with a concurrent #TLchat Twitter chat at the same time. You choose the format that works best for you and join in the community conversation on the webinar or just follow along on Twitter. All webinars and chats will be archived just like before.

The Community Conversations will bring in new voices to share the uniqueness of their Library space. Join us February 2017 as we kick off the new and updated TL Webinar season!!! Add your ideas HERE! Webinar Participant Link

[[image:tlchatmay.001.jpeg width="463" height="350" align="left"]]**World Wide Library**
Join us for a conversation about exploring the possibilities for extending learning beyond the wall of your school


 * April 2017**

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[[image:TLchat.jpg width="455" height="342" align="left"]]eBooks for All
Join for a conversation about incorporating ebooks into the elementary, middle and high school library.


 * April 2017**

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[[image:TLChat March.jpg width="469" height="274" align="left"]]Students take the Mic

 * Our students tell how sharing their innovations in the library has changed them. The power of student voice!**


 * March 2017**

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[[image:Design.png width="480" height="360" align="left" link="passion"]]Passion in your Future Ready Library

 * Sharing what you are passionate with your students and make your Library unique**


 * February 2017**

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=Are You Ready?=
 * Open Education Resources & Future Ready Librarians**


 * October 2016**

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=Back to School Special=

**September 2016 ** Session Page

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=2015-2016 TL Webinar Season Archives: =

<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> =Back to School Special= <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;">**<span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.5;">September 2015 ** <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;">Session Page

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<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> =Book Love=

<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;">Session Page <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;">
 * October 2015 ** <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;">

<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> ==

=Coding in the Library= <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> **November 2015** <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> Session Page <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;">

<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> == = = =Open Mic Night= <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;">**December 2015** <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;">Session Page <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;">

=Organizing Your Library= <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;">**January 2016** <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial; font-size: small;">Session Page

= = =Research 101=


 * February 2016**


 * Watch the Webinar: Google Hangout on Air - Click Here or watch below!**

=Social Justice @ Your Library= March 7 @ 8pm Eastern US time Session Page

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Educate & Engage: The Parent-Teacher Conference
April 4th 8pm Eastern US time

Local Portland area school districts are partnering to host Educate & Engage 2016: The Parent-Teacher Conference -- offering parents an opportunity to hear from teachers about the roles and implications of technology both in and out of today's modern classroom. Colette & Miranda's session is about helping parents help their children with research and accessing databases. Come learn how to communicate and collaborate with parents and public libraries to impact student learning.

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= Tweet Like a Ninja= i**n 6 Easy Steps!** May 2nd 8pm Eastern US time @GwynethJones - The Daring Librarian
 * Education Edition**

<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12.7333px; text-align: start;">Twitter is one of the most significant, rich, and profound professional development tools out there (& it's FREE!) but mastering it takes some slick sensei moves. Whether you're a Twitter newbie, lurker, contrarian, or champion - this session will be chock full of easy tips and tricks to learn, connect, and share with your community and educators around the world. From choosing the right user name, creating a profile that packs a punch, graphic designs that grab, to how to build a powerful global personal learning network - you can master the art of the Tweet! Participant Link Session Page

Speak at the Cafe!
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