Libraries, museums, and other educational and cultural institutions often must balance their public duty as repositories of knowledge against the complexities of modern copyright law in the United States. With the rise of digitization of collections, especially, institutions can face challenges and pitfalls as they try to navigate this complex area of law. This program…

Join LILRC as we welcome back author Dr. Temple Grandin who will share her personal journey of how she learned to read in the 3rd grade and what worked and didn't work for her in personal childhood reading journey. About Temple Grandin: "Dr. Grandin did not talk until she was three and a half years…

Join Jessamyn West and Ale Ruiz for a conversation about computers: what they are, how we use them, and why we use them wrong. Also, why it's not our fault. The values supposedly imbued into technology are not the ones actually reflected back at technology users. We'll talk about how various dark patterns serve the…

In our high tech and hybrid world effective communication skills are necessary. All too often mistakes occur and conflicts get generated due to miscommunication. Some of the most complicated and difficult communications are exchanged at the workplace including coaching and disciplinary matters. The communication process is often complicated by the fact that managers/supervisors must communicate with “difficult” and “challenging” personalities.…

REGISTER HERE Reproductive health care is not only a health access concern, but it is also an information access issue. Amid changing legislation regarding sexual and reproductive health care, library professionals may be left wondering how they can accurately provide this information to their community. In this webinar, attendees will learn about reproductive health as…

This program explore standout titles like Never Alone, Assassin’s Creed, Heaven’s Vault, No Man’s Sky, Civilization VI, and Pentiment, alongside a variety of program-ready ideas such as Play & Learn Game Nights, Virtual Digs and Alien Archaeology, Decode the Past: Ancient Language Challenges, and History vs. Game Night. Whether you’re a gamer or not, you’ll…

An introduction to the Court Help page on the New York State Court’s webpage NYcourts.gov. You will be introduced to helpful topics that are some of the most commonly asked about when seeking help on the website.   9/17/2025 When: Wednesday, September 17 11:00am - 12:00pm Where: Zoom United States Contact: Eliscia Cirrone ecirrone@lilrc.org 631-675-1570

Do you manage events and projects at your library or cultural heritage institution? No matter the project’s size, a robust understanding of project management can help you work more efficiently. This workshop is for any library worker whose role involves planning and completing projects, at any level. Walk away from class with project management tools…

Strengthening Internship Pathways: Best Practices for Libraries, Archives, and Information Agencies Internships are essential for preparing future professionals in information fields. This session outlines practical, inclusive strategies for sponsoring internships, including mentorship structures and community-focused design. Emphasis will be placed on aligning programs with institutional missions and professional development for both the mentor and mentee.…

Description: Integrating principles of “slowness" can play a key role in your growth, personally and professionally. Whether you're familiar with slow librarianship, looking to develop the skills to implement it, or aiming to enhance your library services along with the quality and fulfillment of your work as a librarian, Lorin Jackson, an experienced slow librarianship…