Name: It's Not a Game: Difficult Conversations in Library Land
Start: 2024-05-17T14:45:00-0400
End: 2024-05-17T15:45:00-0400

It's Not a Game: Difficult Conversations in Library Land

Beyond the serene facade of libraries as quiet, noncombative spaces lies a history of trauma. Join this interactive session where childhood board games are reimagined to confront these issues head-on, merging familiar mechanics with uncomfortable conversations. Gain insight from diverse sources, spark meaningful dialogue, and discover pathways to reshape librarianship.

Speakers

Ella Alonso

Prince George's County Memorial Library System

I've been working in public libraries since 2016. Currently, I'm a Public Service Specialist III for Adult Services, which is just a fancy way of saying I'm the head of Adult Services sans MLIS. I love convincing my supervisor that yes, the branch can absolutely handle me being away... Read More →

It's Not a Game Presentation pptx

Battle Branch Battleship pdf

Admin to Admin Apples to Apples pdf

Check Me Checkers pdf

The Game of MLIS The Game of LIFE pdf

Hurry Hurry Help Us Hungry Hungry Hippos pdf

Monopoly VENDOR Monopoly SPEED pdf

Tic Tac Tired Tic Tac Toe pdf

Friday May 17, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Aruba Conference Room (Deck 2)

Roundtable Discussion