Prepared to Help: Library of Things and Emergency Response

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

2:00pm - 3:30pm Eastern

Discover how your library can be a vital resource in times of crisis! This 90-minute virtual webinar will explore how Library of Things collections—like emergency tools, preparedness kits, and more—can support community resilience and disaster readiness.

Hear from library leaders at Curtis Memorial Library (ME), Brazoria County Library System (TX), and the Central Florida Tool Library (FL), with keynote speaker Hazel Onsrud of Curtis Memorial Library. Gain practical tips, collection strategies, and inspiration whether you’re just starting or already lending non-traditional items.

This public program is made possible by federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the New York State Library.

Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kwtOJn4FTRqmV4zoikjElw#/registration