Adult Services
OLIS supports library services for adults by curating resources and facilitating the Adult Services Roundtable, a community of practice connecting RI librarians who provide adult programming and readers' advisory.
Focus areas for Adult Services include:
- Adult Education
- Workforce Development and Small Business Support
- Digital Literacy
- Financial Literacy
- Reading
- Community Connections
Connect
Information about OLIS meetings, workshops, and state and national events pertaining to library adult services can be found on the OLIS CE calendar.
RI Adult Services Listserv
Stay informed with adult services information and connect with colleagues around the state by joining the RI Adult Services Listserv.
The RI Adult Services Listserv is professional forum for Rhode Island adult services librarians to connect, share resources, and discuss best practices. It's a space to exchange ideas on programming, collection development, outreach, and more. This community supports librarians in their work to serve adult patrons effectively and innovatively. Participation in the listserv is restricted to individuals who are currently employed by a library or library-related institution in Rhode Island, in Adult Services roles.