• Enhance Student Reading in Sora with Public Library CONNECT

    Duration: 30 minutes Get ready to launch into the new school year with Sora! Join us for an enlightening session on Public Library CONNECT — a feature crafted to enhance student reading and elevate the circulation of juvenile and young adult materials. Explore how this tool simplifies access to age-appropriate ebooks and audiobooks from both […]

  • Promote Libby & Kanopy to Your Community

    Join OverDrive experts for proven marketing ideas to increase engagement with your digital collections in Libby and Kanopy. This session will be packed with tips and free resources to use right away, including how to leverage print materials, social media, PR, email, and training. Duration: 60 minutes Audience: Public library staff involved in marketing and/or […]

  • Level Up Your Sora Promotion

    Duration: 30 min. Join us for a 30-minute webinar aimed at helping you increase Sora’s visibility and usage in your school. In this session, our K-12 experts will provide practical strategies and tips for promoting Sora effectively. You’ll also get access to ready-to-use resources and hear success stories from educators who have successfully engaged their […]

  • Getting Started with Libby

    Join OverDrive's training team for this live session to learn how easy it is to get your patrons started with Libby, the library reading app. This session will demonstrate: How to browse and borrow ebooks and audiobooks. Tips for customizing the experience. Answers to frequently asked questions from end users. Where to find Libby marketing […]

  • Back-to-School Picks for Your Students from OverDrive Librarians

    Duration: 30 min. Get ready to elevate your digital collection this back-to-school season with recommendations from OverDrive's expert staff librarians! In this webinar, we'll guide you through the must-have books landing on your digital shelves for the upcoming season. What You'll Learn: Top Picks for Every Age Group: Discover the best titles for K-2, 3-5, […]

  • How to Train Your Community on Libby

    Pre-requisite: Basic knowledge of the Libby app. New to Libby? Watch a Getting Started with Libby webinar, explore how-to videos, or visit help.libbyapp.com. Training your users on how to use Libby is an easy and effective way to increase awareness and usage of your digital collection. Join OverDrive experts to get the tools and guidance […]

  • Marketplace Essentials: The Shopping & Admin Portal

    Duration: 30 minutes Ready to learn the basics of Marketplace, the shopping and administrative portal? Join us live for our demo and ask questions of our K-12 experts. This session is primarily a demonstration of OverDrive Marketplace, the shopping and administrative portal. We'll explore Marketplace through the lens of a first-time user, including how to: […]

  • 10 Tips to Maximize Your Digital Library

    Are you looking to get more out of your OverDrive digital library? Did you know your OverDrive team can help? Join us for a friendly and engaging session and discover how to: Showcase your library's brand in Libby Customize your patrons’ Libby experience Support your users (and yourself!) Consolidate your digital content offerings Share real-time […]

  • TeachingBooks presents: Leverage Your Lists

    Duration: 20 minutes State award lists, account curriculum lists—even your own custom lists can be helpful instructional tools. Discover how to take advantage of the many resources included within each list. Note: Times shown in Eastern Standard. We understand the timing may not suit everyone but signing up ensures that a recording is sent the […]

  • Spring Picks from OverDrive Librarians

    Join OverDrive's staff librarians to hear about the best books landing on your digital shelves this spring. We're sharing can't-miss titles for adult audiences, plus highlights in Thriller, Mystery, Fantasy, Poetry, and Cookbooks. You'll receive a link to easily shop all the titles mentioned. Plus, you'll also hear some of our favorite film picks on […]

  • Sora Essentials: The Reader Experience

    Duration: 30 minutes Ready to learn the basics of Sora so you can start exploring and help others get started, too? Join us live for our demo and ask questions of our K-12 experts. This session is primarily a demonstration of the user experience in Sora, the student reading app. Students and educators have access […]

  • TeachingBooks presents: Using TeachingBooks with Middle Grade Students

    Duration: 20 minutes Celebrate the books students love. Use the resources and tools on TeachingBooks to learn more about authors, cite research, or find the next great read! Note: Times shown in Eastern Standard. We understand the timing may not suit everyone but signing up ensures that a recording is sent the day after the […]

  • Marketing Made Easy: Top Tips to Engage Your Community

    Ready to boost your library's presence and raise awareness of your digital collection? Don’t miss this exciting 60-minute webinar, where OverDrive Marketing experts will share real-world strategies, actionable tips, and ready-to-implement resources to elevate your library’s brand and connect with more of your community. Learn how to leverage the power of the Check Out Your […]

  • Sora Essentials: The Reader Experience

    Duration: 30 minutes Ready to learn the basics of Sora so you can start exploring and help others get started, too? Join us live for our demo and ask questions of our K-12 experts. This session is primarily a demonstration of the user experience in Sora, the student reading app. Students and educators have access […]

  • Sora Essentials: The Reader Experience

    Duration: 30 minutes Ready to learn the basics of Sora so you can start exploring and help others get started, too? Join us live for our demo and ask questions of our K-12 experts. This session is primarily a demonstration of the user experience in Sora, the student reading app. Students and educators have access […]

  • TeachingBooks presents: Ready for Reading – Before, During, & After

    Duration: 20 minutes Join us to discover time saving ideas to use before, during, and after reading a book. TeachingBooks offers a collection of resources to incorporate into any read aloud, literature lesson, or book group. Note: Times shown in Eastern Standard. We understand the timing may not suit everyone but signing up ensures that […]

  • Summer Picks from OverDrive Librarians

    Join OverDrive's staff librarians to hear about the best books landing on your digital shelves this summer. We're sharing can't-miss titles with highlights in romance, genre-blended titles, family reads and listens, and more! You'll also hear some of our favorite film picks on Kanopy. We'll send you a link to shop all the titles mentioned […]

  • TeachingBooks presents: Growing Readers – Early Literacy Support

    Duration: 20 minutes Whether in the classroom, the library, or at home, support the development of early literacy skills using TeachingBooks resources. Note: Times shown in Eastern Standard. We understand the timing may not suit everyone but signing up ensures that a recording is sent the day after the live session so you can view […]

  • Getting Started with Kanopy

    Join OverDrive's Training team for this live session to learn how easy it is to get your patrons started with Kanopy, the streaming video solution for your library. This session will include: Instructions on accessing Kanopy A live walk-through of the user experience Answers to frequently asked questions from end users Where to find Kanopy […]

  • Kanopy Town Hall for Australia & New Zealand Public Libraries

    Note: Times shown in Eastern Standard, but this webinar is scheduled for Wednesday, June 4th at 9am AEDT. Join us for an engaging Kanopy Town Hall Webinar, where we’ll share the latest updates and insights to help you make the most of Kanopy’s offerings. In this session, we’ll cover: New Content Additions – Discover the […]

  • Kanopy Town Hall for North American Public Libraries

    Join us for an engaging Kanopy Town Hall Webinar, where we’ll share the latest updates and insights to help you make the most of Kanopy’s offerings. In this session, we’ll cover: New Content Additions – Discover the latest films, documentaries, and series now available on Kanopy. Product Updates – Learn about recent platform enhancements designed […]

  • Fall Picks from OverDrive Librarians

    Join OverDrive's staff librarians to hear about the best books landing on your digital shelves this fall. We're sharing can't-miss titles with highlights in humor, action, adventure, feel-good picks and more! Genres may include titles for juvenile, young adult, and adult audiences. You'll also hear some of our favorite film picks on Kanopy. Bonus: You'll […]

  • Getting Started with Libby

    Join OverDrive's training team for this live session to learn how easy it is to get your patrons started with Libby, the library reading app. This session will demonstrate: How to browse and borrow ebooks and audiobooks. Tips for customizing the experience. Answers to frequently asked questions from end users. Where to find Libby marketing […]

  • Getting Started with Libby for Australia and New Zealand

    Note: Times shown in Eastern Standard, but this webinar is scheduled for Thursday, August 28 at 8am Perth / 10am Sydney / 12pm Auckland. Join OverDrive's training team for this live session to learn how easy it is to get your patrons started with Libby, the library reading app. This session will demonstrate: How to […]

  • TeachingBooks Newest & Favorite Features

    Duration: 20 minutes Whether you are a new or seasoned user of TeachingBooks, discover some of our newest additions and crowd favorites. Note: Times shown in Eastern Standard. We understand the timing may not suit everyone but signing up ensures that a recording is sent the day after the live session so you can view […]

  • From Marketplace to Libby: 5 Essential Tools to Expand Reach & Save Time

    Are you looking to personalize your library’s presence in Libby? Want to reach more users, increase title visibility, and highlight library staff expertise? Join OverDrive for a lively session with real-world examples of five essential Marketplace tools that expand your reach in Libby and save staff time. In this session, we'll explore: Campaigns to promote […]

  • Introducing Sora Discovery & Sora Wishlist

    Duration: 20 minutes Students and staff now have access to titles in your Sora collections directly from TeachingBooks! Titles can also be requested through the Sora Wishlist feature. Note: Times shown in Eastern Standard. We understand the timing may not suit everyone but signing up ensures that a recording is sent the day after the […]

  • Stats to Circs: Librarian Tips for Leveraging Data to Better Serve Readers

    Join OverDrive's staff librarians for an enlightening session on what readers are doing and how you can manage your digital collection to best serve them. We'll explore: Stats on what people in North America are reading and when. Tools in Marketplace to view your own community's reading habits. Tips for purchasing titles in these categories […]

  • Supporting Early Literacy with TeachingBooks

    Duration: 20 minutes Browse exceptional texts tagged by more than a dozen phonics and phonological awareness classifications. Find graphic organizers and additional activities to support comprehension and vocabulary development. Note: Times shown in Eastern Standard. We understand the timing may not suit everyone but signing up ensures that a recording is sent the day after […]

  • Beyond the Basics: Unlocking the Magic of Libby

    Discover how to get the most out of Libby in this interactive deep-dive session. We’ll explore everyday features that make Libby powerful yet simple—plus answer common questions and walk through real-life scenarios. You’ll learn about searching, managing loans and holds, using Libby with multiple libraries, tags, syncing across devices, app settings, help, and more. Perfect […]

  • Sora Essentials: The Reader Experience

    Duration: 30 minutes Ready to learn the basics of Sora so you can start exploring and help others get started, too? Join us live for our demo and ask questions of our K-12 experts. This session is primarily a demonstration of the user experience in Sora, the student reading app. Students and educators have access […]