Wednesday, Sept. 27

11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
OLC Awards and Honors Luncheon*
Duke Energy Convention Center Rooms 263-264

Join us as we recognize the extraordinary people and organizations that make Ohio libraries the best in the country. Meet these innovative leaders and learn more about their outstanding achievements.

*Pre-registration was required. Additional fee: $50

4 – 4:30 p.m.
New Member Meet & Greet
Duke Energy Convention Center Rooms 263-264
(Registration fee includes this event; Convention and Expo badge is required)
The OLC Membership Committee invites all new OLC members and first-time attendees to a special reception.

4:30-6:30 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Grand Opening Reception
Duke Energy Convention Center Exhibit Hall B
(Registration fee includes this event; Convention and Expo badge is required)
Explore the region’s largest marketplace of products and services for libraries. Reconnect with your colleagues and enjoy some refreshments and entertainment.

6:30-8:30 p.m.
SHP Happy Hour
Join Gold Sponsor SHP for a special event in their Cincinnati office that will include a live musical performance followed by a jam session with the bluegrass band, Moonshine Drive! Drinks and appetizers will be provided. The event will be held just two blocks away from the Duke Energy Convention Center at 312 Plum Street, Suite 700, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202.

8 – 10 p.m.
Trivia Night
Duke Energy Convention Center Rooms 263-264
(Registration fee includes this event; Convention and Expo badge is required)
Join us for a fun night of friendly competition. This is where all your unusual knowledge will come in handy.

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Thursday, Sept. 28

12 – 1:15 p.m.
Ohio Public Library Certification Networking Luncheon*
Duke Energy Convention Center Rooms 263-264

Sponsored by the OLC’s Professional Development Committee, this event is open to all library staff. Enjoy lunch with Ohio’s Certified Public Librarians (CPL) and Certified Public Library Staff (CPLS) and discuss how this credential can lead to better visibility and career opportunities. This event is designed as a networking opportunity with table discussions by areas of public library service and job responsibilities.

*Pre-registration was required. Additional fee: $50

6 – 8 p.m.
Evening Reception with the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library
(Registration fee includes this event; Convention and Expo badge is required)

Join us at the Main Library in downtown Cincinnati. This is the perfect time to reconnect with colleagues and enjoy the local flavors of the city. Transportation will be provided to and from the Evening Reception at the Main Library of the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library in downtown Cincinnati. Shuttles will run on a continuous rotation from 6-10 p.m. between the Hyatt Regency Cincinnati and the Main Library. The last shuttle will depart the Main Library at 10 p.m.

8 – 10 p.m.
Library Feud!
Main Library
(Registration fee includes this event; Convention and Expo badge is required)
The Local Arrangements Committee has planned a new after-hours event called Library Feud. Based on the popular TV game show Family Feud, this event will challenge you to guess the most popular answers to survey questions. More than 400 responses to the survey questions were received from OLC’s membership. The object of the game is to have the most points at the end of the game by guessing the top answers to each question. You’re awarded points based on how many people gave the answer you chose. Survey says…that it’s going to be a great time! Note: The last shuttle will depart the Main Library at 10 p.m. after Library Feud.

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Friday, Sept. 29

7:30-8:15 a.m.
Morning and Yoga and Meditation with Jennifer Pastiloff
West Lobby, 2nd Floor
Duke Energy Convention Center

Bring your own yoga mat! This is a ticketed event.
*Pre-registration was required.

10:30-11 a.m.
Exhibit Hall Prize Drawings
Duke Energy Convention Center Exhibit Hall B
Expo Committee Booth
Be sure to turn in your completed Passport to Prizes Playing Card by 10 a.m.