Borrow a Storytelling Set for your next storytime! Each set comes with a book and cloth characters for use with a flannel board.
Children learn basic geometric shapes as they construct 2D shapes and 3D structures with our Magna-Tiles STEM Kit. It is one of many Outreach Kits available to NORWELD members.
NORWELD members have access to self-paced modules created by Novare Library Services in our NORWELD Niche Academy.
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Job Postings
Libraries may submit job postings for display on NORWELD's website by filling out this form or emailing the job description including a contact name, contact email, and application deadline to Holly Leemaster at hleemaster@norweld.org. All job posts with "open until filled" will be taken down after 30 days. This is a free service for NORWELD members.
Member Resources
The Northwest Regional Library System is committed to supporting its geographic region. Full members may take advantage of a variety of free and reduced services, professional networking, and various continuing education opportunities.
Membership Benefits
Professional Development
Continuing Education Opportunities
NORWELD provides quality continuing education opportunities throughout the year, offering a variety of topics for all staff levels. These opportunities include in-person workshops, special events, networking opportunities, and more. View our calendar for specific event and registration information.
Staff Training and Development
Roundtable Discussions
Roundtables are opportunities for library staff to network with their peers and discuss various topics, issues, questions, and concerns impacting their libraries.
About NORWELD
Established in 1974, the Northwest Regional Library System (NORWELD) is one of four regional libraries in Ohio dedicated to providing educational opportunities and shared resources for local library staff and administrators throughout the geographic service area. Serving 25 counties in Northwest Ohio, NORWELD supports public, school, academic, and special libraries with professional development opportunities and special services.
Board of Trustees
Laura Lee Wilson, President
L '27 (1st Term)
Huron County Community Library, Director
Library Phone: 419-933-8564
Email: llwilson@huroncolib.org
Stacey Hensley, Vice President / President Elect
L '28 (2nd Term)
Alger Public Library, Director
Library Phone: 419-757-7755
Email: shensley@seolibraries.org
Janel Haas, Secretary
Board Meetings
Board meetings are held at the NORWELD Office beginning at 10:00 am unless otherwise noted.
August 21, 2025
Organizational Board Meeting
November 13, 2025
Regular Board Meeting
February 19, 2026
Records Retention Meeting / Regular Board Meeting
May 8, 2026 - Time and Location TBD
Membership Council Meeting
June 18, 2026
Regular Board Meeting