Know & Go: Bed Bugs in the Library

Bed bugs remain a constant concern for libraries and other public spaces – and increasingly it seems like a question of when, not if, library staff will need to deal with them. Learn how bed bugs affect library facilities and collections today. Equip library staff and facilities managers with the training and strategies necessary to protect their library facilities, collections, patrons, and staff from the disruptions posed by bed bug infestations.

Scheduled Dates

August 19, 2026, 1:00pm – 2:00pm

Registation closes Aug 17, 2026 8:30am CT

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Session Duration
This course consists of a 1-hour session.
Contact Hours
1

Instructor(s)

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Sarah Kittrell portrait

Sarah Kittrell is the Collection Services Division manager for the Wichita (Kans.) Public Library and author of "The Bed Bug Guide for Public Libraries." Sarah has served as her library’s pest management coordinator since 2012 and has amassed extensive experience in the field. While she hates bed bugs with a fiery passion, she is happy to share everything she's learned about them with other libraries that are just experiencing their first introduction, or commiserate with those who have unfortunately already become familiar with the critters.