SDLA 2026 Pierre: Full Schedule

Join State Library Staff and new SDSL ILL/Systems Librarian P.J. Koch to discuss resource sharing in South Dakota. Bring your questions and thoughts on best practices, challenges, and future developments.

Speakers

Brenda Standiford

Wednesday September 30, 2026 12:40pm - 1:20pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Roundtable/Discussion

1:30pm CDT

Summer Reading Program Performer Showcase Discussion

Wednesday September 30, 2026 1:30pm - 2:20pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Join fellow library staff for an open conversation about hiring and collaborating with performers for Summer Reading. We'll share successful strategies for promoting performers, explore opportunities to partner with nearby libraries, and discuss any challenges or concerns participants have encountered. This session is designed as an informal group discussion and may be divided into East River and...
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Speakers

JoAnne Freitag

Youth Services Coordinator, South Dakota State Library

Wednesday September 30, 2026 1:30pm - 2:20pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Roundtable/Discussion

2:30pm CDT

Programming Round Table

Wednesday September 30, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

This session is an informal time for librarians to come together and discuss anything related to programming in libraries. Talk to other librarians that have lead programs for years as well as newer programming librarians. Feel free to vent about anything and everything in a safe space. While expressing opinions is encouraged, there will be time limits to ensure everyone has time to voice their...
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Speakers

Sarah Jones-Lutter

Wednesday September 30, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Roundtable/Discussion

4:00pm CDT

Keynote: Noel Hamiel

Wednesday September 30, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

South Dakota native Noel Hamiel is a career journalist who retired in 2007. Afterwards, he spent five years traveling throughout the state to help communities establish their own philanthropic funds through the South Dakota Community Foundation.His first book, Sketches of South Dakota, was published in 2001. One of his most well-known works is South Dakota's Mathis Murders: Horrors in the...
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Wednesday September 30, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Keynote

5:00pm CDT

Opening Exhibits Reception

Wednesday September 30, 2026 5:00pm - 5:50pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Opening Exhibits ReceptionVisit our exhibitors and enjoy snacks and refreshments ALABound to Stay Bound Books, Inc.Clarivate Compass Partners in LearningEBSCO Information ServicesHelpline CenterLearning OpportunitiesLibby/Kanopy (Bronze Sponsor)MackinMinitex (Bronze Sponsor)MPLANDUS – Online Dakota Information Network (Silver Sponsor)PaperPieSD Discovery CenterSouth Dakota Public...
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Wednesday September 30, 2026 5:00pm - 5:50pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Exhibits/Reception

6:00pm CDT

YARP Committee Meeting

Wednesday September 30, 2026 6:00pm - 6:20pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Speakers

Jayde Hart

Library Associate, Siouxland Libraries

Wednesday September 30, 2026 6:00pm - 6:20pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Meeting

6:00pm CDT

South Dakota Titles to Go [SDTTG] Meeting

Wednesday September 30, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

South Dakota Titles to Go [SDTTG] Meeting

Speakers

Misti Burns

Wednesday September 30, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

6:30pm CDT

Library Director's Meeting

Wednesday September 30, 2026 6:30pm - 6:50pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

TBA

Speakers

TBA

Wednesday September 30, 2026 6:30pm - 6:50pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Meeting

7:00pm CDT

Children's Book Award Meeting

Wednesday September 30, 2026 7:00pm - 7:20pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

The South Dakota Children's Book Awards has a long history of fostering a love of reading. The Prairie Pasque Award was first given in 1987 to Ivy Ruckman for her book, Night of the Twisters. Other winners include Phyllis Reynolds Naylor for Shiloh, David Pateneaude for Someone Was Watching, and Louis Sachar for Holes.Created by the Prairie Valley Reading Council, the Prairie Bud Award has been...
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Speakers

Lisa Martin

Madison Public Library

Wednesday September 30, 2026 7:00pm - 7:20pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Meeting

7:00pm CDT

SDLA Executive Board Meeting

Wednesday September 30, 2026 7:00pm - 7:20pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

All members and conference attendees are welcome to attend the SDLA Executive Board Meeting.

Speakers

Krista Ohrtman

Abby Edwardson

Wednesday September 30, 2026 7:00pm - 7:20pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Meeting

7:30pm CDT

Welcome Reception and Poster Session- Rawlins Library

Wednesday September 30, 2026 7:30pm - 8:50pm CDT

Rawlins Municipal Library

Join us for light refreshments and an opportunity to connect with fellow librarians.

Speakers

Lynn Klundt

Reference and Instruction Librarian, Northern State University

Lynn Klundt is a reference and instruction librarian who manages the electronic resources and provides reference services and information literacy instruction for Williams Library. She is the library's liaison to the School of Education and coordinator for the library's creation... Read More →

Abby Edwardson

Wednesday September 30, 2026 7:30pm - 8:50pm CDT
Rawlins Municipal Library 1000 E. Church Street, Pierre, SD 57501

Exhibits/Reception

8:30am CDT

Exhibits

Thursday October 1, 2026 8:30am - 8:50am CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Visit our exhibitors and enjoy snacks and refreshments ALABound to Stay Bound Books, Inc.Clarivate Compass Partners in LearningEBSCO Information ServicesHelpline CenterLearning OpportunitiesLibby/Kanopy (Bronze Sponsor)MackinMinitex (Bronze Sponsor)MPLANDUS – Online Dakota Information Network (Silver Sponsor)PaperPieSD Discovery CenterSouth Dakota Public BroadcastingSouth Dakota State Library &...
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Thursday October 1, 2026 8:30am - 8:50am CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Exhibits/Reception

9:00am CDT

Keynote: Ann Charles

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Ann Charles is a USA Today Bestselling author who writes award-winning mysteries that are splashed with humor, romance, paranormal, and whatever else sounds fun. A member of Sisters in Crime and Western Writers of America, she has a B.A. in English with an emphasis on creative writing from the University of Washington.When Ann is not holed up in her writing lair working on her next book, she is...
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Thursday October 1, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Keynote

10:00am CDT

Amplifying Your Library's Story: From Under the Radar to Through a Megaphone

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:40am CDT

Ramkota Pierre

This presentation will focus on our ideas and experiences of learning to share our library story. By overcoming obstacles such as time, hesitancy, or lack of ideas, everyone can become more creative and strategic advocates for our libraries. We will include resources and expert tips of how we can all amplify our library's story. We are school librarians, but our presentation would be useful...
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Speakers

Kris O'Brien

School Librarian

Kris O'Brien was an English teacher for 30 years but often dreamed of being a librarian. When the opportunity arose at Watertown High School, she jumped at the opportunity. Because she was the English chairperson for over 15 years and worked intricately with curriculum development... Read More →

Jean Kirschenman

Librarian, Brookings High School Library

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:40am CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

10:00am CDT

Everyday Advocacy and 2027 Legislative Update

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:40am CDT

Ramkota Pierre

This session will include a discussion on the current political landscape, update on potential 2027 legislative session matters, and a presentation on best practices in speaking with decision makers.

Speakers

Eric Erickson

Lobbyist - South Dakota Library Association Lobbyist, Cutler Law Firm, LLP

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:40am CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

10:00am CDT

Small Edits, Big Impact: Tips for improving South Dakota content in Wikimedia

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:40am CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Library professionals have the expertise to amplify and sustain the digital visibility of our communities. Join us for an interactive, mini-edit-a-thon designed to introduce you to editing in Wikipedia and Wikidata. With a curated list of South Dakota-specific entries in need of updating, we will focus on some low-barrier but high-impact contributions you can make, such as repairing article...
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Speakers

Sara Ring

Continuing Education Librarian, Minitex

Sara Ring is Continuing Education Librarian at Minitex where she develops and presents training for libraries and other cultural heritage organizations on standards for building digital collections and preserving them. AI applications in libraries, Linked data, library history, and... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 10:00am - 10:40am CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

11:00am CDT

Creating Strong Teen Connections Through Teen Subscription Bags

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:40am CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Teens can be a difficult group to get into the library because of their busy schedules with school, activities, and work. Teen subscription bags are one thing that we use to bring the library to the teens. In this session, we will talk about how we run our teen subscription bag service at our library. We will talk about how to get started, how we get teens interested and signed up, how we choose...
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Speakers

Cassi Pietz

Youth Services Librarian, Yankton Community Library

I was a high school English teacher for 17 years before joining the library world. I have been the Youth Services Librarian at the Yankton Community Library for a little over 4 years. I am a member of the SD Teen Choice committee. I love reading just about every genre except alien... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:40am CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

11:00am CDT

Library Safety and Active Shooter Responses in SD Libraries

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:40am CDT

Ramkota Pierre

This session will focus on practical strategies for maintaining safety in library settings, including how staff can prepare for and respond to active shooter situations. The presentation is relevant for any library that serves the public, with particular value for public and academic libraries.

Speakers

Trooper Dillon Axtell

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:40am CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

11:00am CDT

Creating Connections through Community Reads

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Discover how community's wide reading programs can spark meaningful conversations around challenging topics, shine a light on underrepresented voices, and build lasting partnerships with local organizations. Kim will share insights from Siouxland Libraries' One Book Siouxland initiative, while Cara will highlight K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library's "All Aberdeen Reads," two powerful examples of how...
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Speakers

Kim Koblank

Supervising Librarian, Siouxland Libraries

Cara Perrion

Thursday October 1, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

12:00pm CDT

Keynote: Christine Wevik

Thursday October 1, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Christine Mager Wevik is an award-winning author known for her chilling paranormal mysteries and compelling true crime books.

Her writing explores the dark, unseen corners of human experience, from a woman who sees memories in old houses to highlighting real-life cold cases.

Thursday October 1, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Keynote

1:00pm CDT

Lunch and Awards

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:40pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

The SDLA Annual Awards are presented each year at the conference. The seven awards offered are:

Librarian of the Year
New Librarian of the Year
Support Staff of the Year
Distinguished Service Award
Trustee of the Year
Friend of the Library Award
Intellectual Freedom Award

Speakers

Amber Wilde

Thursday October 1, 2026 1:00pm - 1:40pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Meal

2:00pm CDT

Selecting and Cataloging in the Age of AI

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:40pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Join us to learn and share tips in recognizing AI-generated materials available from common vendors. A discussion of collection development policy and cataloging methods to address AI will follow.

Speakers

Laura Kroeker

Courtney Ludwig

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:40pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

2:00pm CDT

Strong School Libraries: The 3 Pillars in Action

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:40pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

What does it truly mean to be a "strong" school library in South Dakota? In this practical and inspiring session, participants will explore a clear framework built around three essential pillars: The Professional, The Program, and The Place. Through reflection, real-world examples, and ready-to-use tools, attendees will identify strengths already present in their libraries and uncover strategic...
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Speakers

Scottie Bruch

School Library Coordinator, South Dakota State Library

Scottie Bruch is the South Dakota State Library Training Coordinator. She has experience in both the public and school library and also in the classroom with a history as a middle school reading and social studies teacher, the Assistant Director and Teen Services Coordinator at the... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:40pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

2:00pm CDT

The Heart of Hospitality

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:40pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

In this interactive 50-minute course, we'll explore how hospitality goes beyond service to create memorable, meaningful experiences for our guests. Through discussion, real-life examples, and practical insights, we'll examine the difference between transactional service and true hospitality-- where connection, empathy, and excellence intersect. Participants will: … Reflect on...
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Speakers

Daniel Neeves

Assistant Library Director, Siouxland Libraries

Daniel Neeves began his career with Siouxland Libraries in 1999 as a shelver and quickly discovered a passion for libraries and the communities they serve. Since then, he has worked at multiple branch locations, driven the bookmobile, and held a variety of positions throughout the... Read More →

Leah Tanis

Thursday October 1, 2026 2:00pm - 2:40pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

3:00pm CDT

Exhibits

Thursday October 1, 2026 3:00pm - 3:20pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Thursday October 1, 2026 3:00pm - 3:20pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Exhibits/Reception

3:30pm CDT

Children's Book Awards Committee

Thursday October 1, 2026 3:30pm - 4:10pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

The South Dakota Children's Book Awards are our own annual "kids' choice" literature awards. The books are chosen to encourage reading and fill information gaps. Divided by reading level - Prairie Bud (PreK-1st), Prairie Bloom (2nd-3rd), and Prairie Pasque (4th-5th)- students vote on nominated titles to find THE BEST BOOK in SOUTH DAKOTA! In less than an hour, we'll showcase all 30 2026-2027...
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Speakers

Lisa Martin

Madison Public Library

Thursday October 1, 2026 3:30pm - 4:10pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

3:30pm CDT

Partnering for Strong Communities: SDPB and Libraries

Thursday October 1, 2026 3:30pm - 4:10pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Join SDPB to discover how our free educational tools and community engagement resources can help you build a "South Dakota Strong" library. In this session, we will explore free, high-quality educational resources and outreach opportunities from SDPB and PBS on topics like SD history and culture, Native American studies, local art, science, literacy, and more. We will discuss practical ways SDPB...
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Speakers

Steven Rokusek

Education Specialist, South Dakota Public Broadcasting

Steven develops resource materials for specific content areas and then provides in-service training (workshops) at schools and education conferences across the state for both educational staff and parents. He also creates a weekly electronic education newsletter for teachers/pare... Read More →

Marcy Drew

Brittany Neiles

Thursday October 1, 2026 3:30pm - 4:10pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

3:30pm CDT

Starting a Podcasting Studio in an Academic Library

Thursday October 1, 2026 3:30pm - 4:10pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

This presentation explores how a small academic library created an affordable podcast studio to support information literacy, digital scholarship, and creative learning. Attendees will learn about planning, equipment selection, implementation, and promotion strategies, as well as lessons learned, common challenges, and practical tips for building sustainable audio production services on a limited...
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Speakers

Lynn Klundt

Reference and Instruction Librarian, Northern State University

Thursday October 1, 2026 3:30pm - 4:10pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

4:30pm CDT

"We Value Your Privacy/Accept All Cookies:" How to Inoculate Yourself and Your Patrons from Online Trackers

Thursday October 1, 2026 4:30pm - 5:10pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Today's Internet is overflowing with advertisements, cookies, account sign-ups, spam, and other seemingly innocuous items that end up tracking your every move. Safely navigating the online sphere without sacrificing your data may seem impossible, but with a short set-up and some helpful tips, you can become a pro-privacy pro! By attending this session, you will: (1) learn and understand how...
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Speakers

Abbie Steuhm

Research & Scholarship Librarian, Dakota State University

Thursday October 1, 2026 4:30pm - 5:10pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

4:30pm CDT

“Let’s Get Sociable”: Programs to Beat the Loneliness Epidemic

Thursday October 1, 2026 4:30pm - 5:10pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Many of our patrons are lonely, and the library is the perfect place to get them socializing. This presentation will cover the impact of the loneliness epidemic, as well as four low-budget program ideas that bring community members together in an entertaining way. These programs will focus on both active and more passive social opportunities, allowing your library to cater to the introverts,...
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Speakers

Mikaela Neubauer

Community Services Coordinator, Brookings Public Library

My name is Mikaela Neubauer (she/her), and I've been the Adult Programming Coordinator at the Brookings Public Library since 2019. I have my MLIS from Emporia State University, and I am the vice-chairperson of the SDLA Support Staff Section, as well as a member of the MPLA Communications... Read More →

Thursday October 1, 2026 4:30pm - 5:10pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

4:30pm CDT

Planning with Purpose: Programming and Community Partnerships

Thursday October 1, 2026 4:30pm - 5:10pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

In recent years, the Yankton Community Library has had great success with a few of our program series, including Neighborhood Walking Tours, Planning with Purpose, and Adult Field Trips. Neighborhood Walking Tours allowed us to visit and learn more about the history of older and unique structures in several Yankton neighborhoods. We covered several steps involved with end-of-life planning with our...
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Speakers

Kelly O'Dea

Library Assistant, Yankton Community Library

[she/her]I have a Siberian Husky who is three years old. Love reading horror, thrillers, fantasy and historical monographs.

Linda Dobrovolny

Thursday October 1, 2026 4:30pm - 5:10pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

5:30pm CDT

Academic/Health/Special Libraries Section Meeting

Thursday October 1, 2026 5:30pm - 5:50pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Annual meeting of the SDLA Academic/Health/Special Libraries section.

Speakers

Lynn Klundt

Reference and Instruction Librarian, Northern State University

Thursday October 1, 2026 5:30pm - 5:50pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Meeting

5:30pm CDT

Public Library/Trustees Section Meeting

Thursday October 1, 2026 5:30pm - 5:50pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Annual meeting of the SDLA Public Library/Trustee section.

Thursday October 1, 2026 5:30pm - 5:50pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Meeting

5:30pm CDT

School/Library Media Section Meeting

Thursday October 1, 2026 5:30pm - 5:50pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Annual meeting of the SDLA School/Library Media section.

Speakers

Doris Ann Mertz

Thursday October 1, 2026 5:30pm - 5:50pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Meeting

6:00pm CDT

SDLA General Business Meeting

Thursday October 1, 2026 6:00pm - 6:20pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Agenda TBA

Speakers

Krista Ohrtman

Abby Edwardson

Thursday October 1, 2026 6:00pm - 6:20pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Meeting

6:30pm CDT

Dine-Arounds

Thursday October 1, 2026 6:30pm - 7:50pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

There will be a local host to meet and dine with you at one of the four locations: Red Rossa (Italian), Creekside Bar and Grill (Bar/Grill), Guadalajara (Mexican), and Richie Zs (BBQ).

Sign-ups will be located at the registration desk!

Speakers

Abby Edwardson

Thursday October 1, 2026 6:30pm - 7:50pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Meal

8:00pm CDT

Dessert @ Archives

Thursday October 1, 2026 8:00pm - 8:50pm CDT

Join us for coffee and cookies and the newly remodeled Archives. Tours are available from 8-8:30 and 8:30-9. Sign up for the tour here: https://forms.gle/aZCw5K8XGHnWGfL16

Speakers

Kim Smith

Librarian, South Dakota State Archives

Thursday October 1, 2026 8:00pm - 8:50pm CDT

Exhibits/Reception

9:00am CDT

State Library Update

Friday October 2, 2026 9:00am - 9:40am CDT

Ramkota Pierre

The South Dakota State Library is going to do a live state library update. That's right, not over Zoom, but in-person!! The update will give attendees a chance to hear about the current doings regarding programs and services of the state library from the people who do the work. Plus, there will be ample opportunity to ask questions and really grill or stump the team.

Speakers

George Seamon

State Librarian, South Dakota State Library

Friday October 2, 2026 9:00am - 9:40am CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

9:00am CDT

South Dakota Teen Choice Awards 2026-2027

Friday October 2, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Get ready to book-talk to your teens! Discover and explore the South Dakota Teen Choice books from the 2026-2027 list. Presented by the Young Adult Reading Program Committee.

Speakers

Jayde Hart

Library Associate, Siouxland Libraries

Friday October 2, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

9:00am CDT

What lies beyond the OPAC? Boldly going where the patrons are!

Friday October 2, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT

Ramkota Pierre

As patron expectations shift towards intuitive, app-driven interfaces, the traditional OPAC is no longer the Final Frontier for discovery of your collection. This session explores how the Online Dakota Information Network (ODIN) is moving beyond traditional catalog searches to create a dynamic, patron-first digital ecosystem. We will fly over Undiscovered Country and dive into our recent...
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Speakers

Online Dakota Information Network

ODIN Director, NDUS CTS - ODIN, NDLA

The Online Dakota Information Network (ODIN) supports a consortium of libraries serving academic, public, school, and special libraries across North Dakota with two shared library management systems (Alma & Polaris). In addition, ODIN participates in collective eResource purchasing... Read More →

Lynn Wolf

Friday October 2, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

9:50am CDT

Check Out Break

Friday October 2, 2026 9:50am - 10:00am CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Friday October 2, 2026 9:50am - 10:00am CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

10:00am CDT

Friday October 2, 2026 10:00am - 11:10am CDT

Ramkota Pierre

This program will address the changing copyright environment as AI is used in creating everything from student papers to reference answers to images to some really creepy videos (and less creepy videos). What is copyrighted? Who owns that copyright? What can you use for personal use or in class? How do you cite AI created material? There are so many question, I will address as many as I can...
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Speakers

Elizabeth Fox

Government Documents Librarian, H M Briggs Library, South Dakota State University

I have been a librarian for over 30 years and still love going to work. Outside of work, I have a cat and dog, I love to read, and I knit, crochet, and spin yarn.

Friday October 2, 2026 10:00am - 11:10am CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

10:00am CDT

Engaging Unattended Youth in the Library: Building a Positive Library Environment for All

Friday October 2, 2026 10:00am - 11:10am CDT

Ramkota Pierre

Working in a public library next to public schools brings many opportunities. Having dozens of unattended elementary aged students and teens in the library also poses unique challenges to keeping the public library an inviting space for all guests. Amy and Claire have worked together to implement procedures and programs with proven results to create a library space for everyone. This presentation...
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Speakers

Claire Jeanson

Library Associate, Siouxland Libraries

Amy Larsen

Friday October 2, 2026 10:00am - 11:10am CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

10:00am CDT

OER in Practice: Small Grants, Local Work, and Building Capacity

Friday October 2, 2026 10:00am - 11:10am CDT

Ramkota Pierre

In 2025-2026, three South Dakota institutions participated in the first year of the Minitex Network for Open & Affordable Practices (MNOP) OER Pathfinder Grant program, a regional microgrant initiative designed to support locally driven open education and affordability efforts. This session brings together librarians from Augustana University, South Dakota State University, and the University of...
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Speakers

Danielle De Jager-Loftus

Fine Arts Liaison and Technology Librarian, University of South Dakota, University Libraries

Danielle Loftus is Associate Professor at the University of South Dakota and liaison to the College of Fine Arts in Art, Music, and Theatre. She is chair of the University Libraries Arts and Exhibits committee. As technology librarian, Danielle manages USD’s institutional repository... Read More →

Greg Argo

Open Education & Affordable Content Librarian, Minitex

Greg Argo is the Open Education & Affordable Content Librarian at Minitex, where he supports libraries and educators working to make course materials more accessible, affordable, adaptable, and sustainable. He leads regional initiatives related to open educational resources (OER), affordab... Read More →

Kelly Thompson

Digital Initatives Librarian, Augustana University

Shari Theroux

Systems & Discovery Librarian, H.M. Briggs Library

Friday October 2, 2026 10:00am - 11:10am CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

11:30am CDT

Lightning Round: Reconnecting Families Through Reading: A Partnership Between Rapid City Public Library and Pennington County Jail

Friday October 2, 2026 11:30am - 11:40am CDT

Ramkota Pierre

In 2025, Rapid City Public Library partnered with Pennington County Jail's IGNITE program to create Reconnecting Families Through Reading, an initiative designed to strengthen family bonds despite physical separation. In this session, we will look at the development of this collaboration, lessons learned through the process, and the future of this unique program.

Speakers

Krista Licht

Online Resources Library Associate II, Rapid City Public Library

Friday October 2, 2026 11:30am - 11:40am CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

11:30am CDT

Lightning Round: SDCF Grant Opportunities

Friday October 2, 2026 11:30am - 11:40am CDT

Ramkota Pierre

The South Dakota Community Foundation (SDCF) offers a variety of grants to support the work of nonprofits across the state to help them realize their dreams and continue investing in their communities. SDCF Grant Programs include: South Dakota Fund, Nonprofit Savings Account, Community Savings Account, and in partnership with the Bush Foundation, Beyond Idea Grant and Bush Prize: South Dakota....
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Speakers

Ginger Niemann

Friday October 2, 2026 11:30am - 11:40am CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

Session

12:00pm CDT

Keynote: Jean Patrick

Friday October 2, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT

Ramkota Pierre

For more than twenty years, author Jean L.S. Patrick has been making nonfiction come alive for thousands of students in South Dakota and throughout the United States with her interactive presentations and energetic writing workshops.Jean is the award-winning author of twelve books, including Long-Armed Ludy and the First Women's Olympics, The Girl Who Struck Out Babe Ruth, and four...
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Friday October 2, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Ramkota Pierre 920 W. Sioux Avenue Pierre, SD 57501

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