Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Wednesday Schedule and Session Descriptions
Please note: Schedule is subject to change.

8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Registration/Hospitality Desk Open
Duke Energy Convention Center (DECC) Exhibit Hall B

9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Convention Store Open
DECC Exhibit Hall B

10 – 11:15 a.m.
Opening General Session featuring Keynotes Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone
DECC Rooms 230-233

Best-selling authors and best friends Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone will discuss their first author-duo title, A Merry Little Meet Cute, and the impact libraries have had on their careers. During this fun and engaging session, they will talk about their friendship, their work as librarians, and what they learned from forming this “odd couple” writing partnership. They’ll also discuss why body positivity in their characters is so important and how the romance industry is changing to feel more inclusive.

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Book Signing with Keynotes
Convention Store
DECC Exhibit Hall B

11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
OLC Awards and Honors Luncheon*
DECC 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 for this event. Additional fee: $50

1:15 – 2:15 p.m.
Breakout Sessions

2:15-3:15 p.m.
Book Signing with Keila V. Dawson
Convention Store
DECC Exhibit Hall B

2:45 – 3:45 p.m.
Breakout Sessions

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

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

4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Gadget Gallery Open
DECC Exhibit Hall B
Located inside the Exhibit Hall

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 is short walk — two blocks away from the Duke Energy Convention Center at 312 Plum Street, Suite 700, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 (Transportation is on your own).

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