Libraries: the Third Place Forum

For information on the program for the Libraries - Third Place Forum follow this link......

http://www.library.caloundra.qld.gov.au/05_whats_new/whats_new.htm

Libraries: The Third Place Forum

When: Friday 8 June, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Where: Beerwah Hall, Peachester Road Beerwah, Queensland

Caloundra City Libraries presents a forum exploring the concept of libraries as Third Places, as places of connection and cohension within communities. The forum features acclaimed international presenters.

• Kevin Harris, Local Level, UK
• Barbara MacKerrow and Bry Kopu - Puke Ariki library, gallery and museum complex, New Plymouth, New Zealand
• Jane Carr - Education Queensland
• Vicki McDonald - State Library of Queensland
• Examples of best practice from across the state

Libraries - The Third Place - practical, creative, professional development.
Strategies for:

• Best practice community engagement for your library, museum or arts space.
• Maximising community connections, contributing to stronger communities
• Growing library spaces as people places - future proofing community spaces
• Evaluating public programming
• Secure funding... make the words count
• Advocacy - keeping you library on top of your organisational pyramid!