BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 METHOD:PUBLISH PRODID:-//Tendenci - The Open Source AMS for Associations//Tendenci Codeba se MIMEDIR//EN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260502T065016Z ORGANIZER:Library Association of Alberta and The Alberta Library DTSTART:20260508T180000Z DTEND:20260508T200000Z LOCATION:Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall, Central Library TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 UID:uid23@libraryassociationalberta.com DESCRIPTION:--- This iCal file does *NOT* confirm registration.\nEvent det ails subject to change. ---\nhttps://www.libraryassociationalberta.com/eve nts/23/\n\nEvent Title: The Informed Library: Fireside Chat – Fundraisin g & Sustainability\nStart Date / Time: May 08, 2026 13:00 PM US/Central\nL ocation: Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall, Central Library\nSpeaker: Tr acy Johnson, CEO, Calgary Public Library Foundation.\nhe Informed Library: Fireside Chat &ndash\; Fundraising &\; Sustainability (Free Event)When : May 8, 2026 &bull\; 1:00&ndash\;3:00 PM (MT)Where: Calgary Public Librar y &ndash\; Central Library, Performance Hall (in person or online)Hosted b y: Library Association of Alberta (LAA) &\; The Alberta Library (TAL)\n Join us for The Informed Library, a free learning series supporting librar y workers across Alberta. Whether you're new to library service or a long ‑time professional, you&rsquo\;re invited to learn, connect, and explore fresh ideas shaping the future of library work.\nThis session features Tr acy Johnson, CEO of the Calgary Public Library Foundation, and one of Cana da&rsquo\;s most dynamic leaders in library fundraising. With more than a decade of hands‑on experience&mdash\;and a track record that includes th e landmark $350M Add In Campaign&mdash\;Tracy has consistently pushed the boundaries of what library philanthropy can achieve. Under her leadership, the Foundation has grown from 900 supporters to more than 31,000 donors, demonstrating the transformative potential of community‑driven fundraisi ng. \nTracy will share real‑world strategies for building donor relation ships, inspiring community investment, and designing fundraising initiativ es that resonate deeply with the public. She&rsquo\;ll also discuss the bo ld Fifth Book Campaign, launched in 2025 to address rising book costs and strengthen the Library&rsquo\;s collections&mdash\;an inspiring example of mission‑aligned fundraising in action. \nWhether you join us in person or online, you&rsquo\;ll gain practical insights you can take back to your own library, no matter its size or funding structure.\nDuring this sessio n, you&rsquo\;ll:\n\nExplore innovative approaches to library fundraising\ nLearn how Tracy and her team built a donor community of more than 31,000 supporters\nHear the story behind the Fifth Book Campaign and its impact o n library collections\nDiscover techniques for strengthening donor engagem ent and community trust\nTake part in an open conversation and Q&\;A ab out real‑world fundraising challenges\n\nAttending in person?Stick aroun d after the session for informal networking and light refreshments support ed by the Library Association of Alberta.\nAttending Virtually? \nWatch li ve on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/o_1gE6KiO9w?si=2w0P6cH_viezZKE f\n\n--- This iCal file does *NOT* confirm registration.Event details subj ect to change. ---\n\n--- By Tendenci - The Open Source AMS for Associatio ns ---\n SUMMARY:The Informed Library: Fireside Chat – Fundraising & Sustainability PRIORITY:5 CLASS:PUBLIC BEGIN:VALARM TRIGGER:-PT30M ACTION:DISPLAY DESCRIPTION:Reminder END:VALARM END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR