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2024 Legislative Research Librarians (LRL) Professional Development Seminar

  • Sunday, October 6, 2024
    • In-Person Event
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Get ready for an enriching and immersive experience at the 2024 LRL Professional Development Seminar in Raleigh, N.C.! This year's seminar promises a blend of insightful sessions, delectable dining experiences, and captivating tours highlighting the best of North Carolina's legislative landscape. Attendees can look forward to engaging sessions covering a diverse range of topics, including AI technology, library marketing, legislative research and more.  

Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to indulge in culinary delights at some of Raleigh's finest restaurants, offering a taste of the region's vibrant food scene. The itinerary also includes tours of the state capitol and surrounding government complex, providing a firsthand look at the heart of North Carolina's governance. And, for a change of scenery, we'll venture to Chapel Hill, N.C., where we'll explore its rich history and cultural attractions.  

Join us for an unforgettable seminar filled with learning, networking and discovery in the beautiful surroundings of Raleigh and beyond. 

Legislative Building | Raleigh, North Carolina | October 6 – 9, 2024

Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024 

TIME 

SESSION DESCRIPTION 

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM 

Hampton Inn & Suites Lobby 

Registration & Hotel Check-in 

6:15 PM – 6:25 PM 

Hampton Inn & Suites Lobby 

Meet in Hotel Lobby 

6:25 PM – 6:30 PM 

5-minute walk 

Walk to Midwood Smokehouse (Menu) 

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM 

Midwood Smokehouse 

Pre-conference Dinner (Dutch Treat) 

8:30 PM – 8:35 PM 

5-minute walk 

Walk to Hampton Inn & Suites 

Monday, Oct. 7, 2024 

TIME 

SESSION DESCRIPTION 

6:30 AM – 8:30 AM 

Hampton Inn & Suites Lobby 

Continental Breakfast 

8:30 AM – 8:40 AM 

Hampton Inn & Suites Lobby 

Meet in Hotel Lobby 

8:40 AM – 9:00 AM 

20-minute walk 

Walk to Legislative Building 

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM 

Legislative Building: RM 1228/1327 LB 

Welcome Tour & Opening Session 

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 

Legislative Building: RM 1228/1327 LB 

Charting the Course: Redistricting in North Carolina 

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 

Legislative Building: RM 1228/1327 LB 

Bridging Federal and State Research: Insights from the Congressional Research Service 

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM 

Luncheon 

1:00 PM – 1:45 PM 

Legislative Office Building: RM  

421 LOB 

Strategies and Innovations in Digitization 

1:45 PM – 2:00 PM 

15-MINUTE BREAK 

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM 

Legislative Building: RM 

421 LOB 

AI in Action: Harnessing Technology for Legislative Research 

3:00 PM – 3:05 PM 

5-minute walk 

Walk to the State Library of North Carolina 

3:05 PM – 5:00 PM 

SLNC 

Tour and Q&A Roundtable of the State Library of North Carolina 

5:00 PM – 5:15 PM 

15-miniute walk 

Walk to Hampton Inn & Suites 

6:15 PM – 6:25 PM 

Hampton Inn & Suites Lobby 

Meet in Hotel Lobby 

6:25 PM – 6:30 PM 

5-minute walk 

Walk to Carolina Ale House – Raleigh (Menu) 

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM 

Carolina Ale House – Raleigh 

Opening Happy Hour at Carolina Ale House – Raleigh (Dutch Treat) 

8:30 PM – 8:35 PM 

5-minute walk 

Walk to Hampton Inn & Suites 

TUESDAY, Oct. 8, 2024 

TIME 

SESSION DESCRIPTION 

6:30 AM – 8:30 AM 

Hampton Inn & Suites Lobby 

Continental Breakfast 

8:30 AM – 8:40 AM 

Hampton Inn & Suites Lobby 

Meet in Hotel Lobby 

8:40 AM – 9:00 AM 

20-minute walk 

Walk to Legislative Office Building 

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM 

Legislative Office Building: RM 

544 LOB 

Innovative Strategies for Library Marketing in Legislative Settings  

  

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 

Legislative Office Building: RM 

544 LOB 

Copyright, Accessibility, and Digital Collections 

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 

Legislative Office Building: RM  

544 LOB 

Cataloging, Archiving, and Records Retention in Legislative Libraries 

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM 

Luncheon  

1:00 PM – 1:30 PM 

Legislative Building: RM 

Auditorium LB 

Training: NCSL 50-State Bill Information Service and Databases 

1:30 PM – 1:45 PM 

15-MINUTE BREAK 

1:45 PM – 2:00 PM 

15-minute walk 

Walk to the North Carolina State Supreme Court Library 

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM 

NC Supreme Court 

Tour of the North Carolina State Supreme Court Library 

3:00 PM – 3:05 PM 

5-minute walk 

Walk to the Historic North Carolina State Capitol 

3:05 PM – 4:00 PM 

NC State Capitol 

Tour of the Historic North Carolina State Capitol 

4:00 PM – 4:15 PM 

15-minute walk 

Travel to Hampton Inn & Suites 

5:15 PM – 5:25 PM 

Hotel Lobby 

Meet in Hotel Lobby 

5:25 PM – 5:30 PM 

5-minute walk 

Walk to Sullivan’s Steakhouse (Menu) 

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM 

Sullivan’s Steakhouse 

PDS Optional Dinner (Dutch Treat)  

7:30 PM – 7:35 PM 

5-minute walk 

Walk to Hampton Inn and Suites 

Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024 

TIME 

SESSION DESCRIPTION 

6:30 AM – 8:30 AM 

Hampton Inn & Suites Lobby 

Continental Breakfast 

8:30 AM – 8:40 AM 

Hampton Inn & Suites Lobby 

Meet in Hotel Lobby 

8:40 AM – 9:00 AM 

20-minute walk 

Walk to Legislative Office Building 

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM 

Legislative Building: RM 

421 LOB 

Five Minutes of Fame 

10:00 AM – 10:45 AM 

421 LOB 

Annual Business Meeting  

  

10:45 AM – 11:00 AM 

15-minute walk 

Travel to Hampton Inn & Suites 

Seminar Concludes 

POST-CONFERENCE TOURS 

1:00 PM – 1:15 PM 

Hampton Inn & Suites Lobby 

Meet in Hotel Lobby 

1:15 PM – 2:00 PM 

Uber 

Travel to the Carolina Basketball Museum 

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM 

Carolina Basketball Museum 

Tour of the Carolina Basketball Museum 

3:00 PM – 3:30 PM 

Uber 

Travel to the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book and Manuscript Library 

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM 

Duke Library 

Tour of the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book and Manuscript Library 

4:30 PM – 5:15 PM 

Uber 

Travel to Hampton Inn & Suites 

Rooms are being held at the Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Downtown, 600 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh, NC 27603. The last day to receive this group rate is Friday, Sept. 6, 2024.

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  • Check-in time: 3 p.m. ET

  •  Check-out time: Noon ET
  • Guest services agents can arrange to check baggage for those arriving early/departing late when rooms are unavailable. 

Directions From Raleigh-Durham International Airport to the Hampton Inn & Suites 

The airport is about 25 minutes' driving distance to and from the hotel. Here are some low-cost or free public transportation options for attendees traveling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to the Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Downtown: 

  • GoTriangle Bus Route 100: The GoTriangle Route 100 bus connects Raleigh-Durham International Airport with downtown Raleigh. Attendees can take the Route 100 bus to the GoRaleigh Station, which is a short walk from the Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Downtown. The fare for this bus is affordable, and attendees can check the schedule on the GoTriangle website for timings. 
  • Shared-Ride Services: Attendees can use shared-ride services like Uber POOL or Lyft Shared to split the cost of transportation with other travelers heading in the same direction. These services often offer competitive rates and can provide door-to-door service to the Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Downtown. 

Meeting Registration Fees

  • State Legislative Staff: $425 
  • Host State Legislative Staff: $350 
  • Guest (Immediate Family or Spouse/Partner): $175 
  • Attendee (Business, Government, University, Charitable and All Others): $175 

Spouse/Guest Registration

We welcome the attendance of guests at our evening social events. Kindly ensure to register your guests to ensure a seamless experience and expedite on-site registration. Your cooperation in providing this information is greatly appreciated!

If you require special accommodation to ensure your complete participation, please contact us at [email protected] or call 303-366-9587. 

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