Libraries have always adapted to cultural changes. The Westport Library’s TEDx: Retinkering Libraries conference on Saturday, May 3, from 9:30 am to 1 pm in the Library’s McManus Room will focus on changes taking place in a variety of disciplines. Participants can listen to the big ideas and determine how changes in these discplines may impact the evolution of the library. Sign-in will begin at 9 am, and the program will start promptly at 9:30 am. Latecomers will be admitted at the host's discretion. Register online at westportlibrary.org. The $15 fee includes refreshments, and seating is limited.
TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. This independent TEDx event is operated under a license from TED, the non-profit organization that stands for Technology, Entertainment and Design.
Experts will address trends and changes in their disciplines that may impact libraries. The presenters include:
· Jeanine Esposito, of Spark! Consulting, on innovation
· Joseph Jaffe, author ofZ.E.R.O: Zero Paid Media as the New Marketing Model, on branding and marketing
· Michelle Luhtala, head librarian at New Canaan High School, on emerging technologies
· Architect Henry Myerberg, on design
· David Pogue, of Yahoo, on technology
The TEDx event will be streamed live and uploaded to the TEDx website, which will also showcase previous TEDx talks.
For further information, phone 203-291-4800, or check westportlibrary.org.