As extreme heat events become more frequent, libraries are exploring their role in supporting community members seeking relief. This Thursday, Sept. 25, Sustainable Libraries Initiative (SLI) webinar will begin at 2 p.m. with a brief overview of what it means to serve as a cooling center. Vermont Department of Health Climate & Health Program Manager Jared Ulmer will share insights on the changing risks of extreme heat, who is most vulnerable, and common challenges libraries may face when engaging in this work. Laura Smith, Collection Development Librarian at Harris County Public Library in Houston, Texas, will offer a library perspective, highlighting practical ways libraries can respond to their community’s needs during heat events. All VLA members who register for their free SLI membership can attend for free.
Libraries as Cooling Centers Webinar Registration:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/kmzltXJORtuQAQDkFBvYQg
SLI Free Membership Information:
Sustainable Libraries Initiative Membership Free to VLA Members