In this webinar, we’ll discuss inclusive metadata: what it is, why it’s important, and how it can reflect your institution’s goals for diversity, equity, and inclusion. We’ll discuss the historical…
Webinar Description: It is hard being the face of change in any organization. You have to balance the triumphs and restraints of institutional memory, the ever-evolving temperature of your staff,…
Join LILRC for a moderated conversation with author Elba Iris Pérez about her acclaimed novel, The Things We Didn't Know (Gallery Books, February 6, 2024). LILRC members who attend are…
This 2 part series addresses the interaction of human knowledge and "artificial intelligence" as generative and speculative tools in parsing the contours of our complex cultural heritage. Beginning with the…
Mold is a complicated problem that affects collections of all types. This presentation will focus on mold outbreaks on textiles. Topics to be covered include: 1) the basics of mold,…
What causes eclipses? Why are they so rare? Why are lunar eclipses more common than solar ones? Do other planets have eclipses? Find out the answers to some common questions…
Webinar Description: Engage patrons while saving your budget by using free and low-cost resources. This timely webinar provides inspiration for showstopping library programs for all audiences from seniors to children…
With hateful speech and actions on the rise, it's important that library staff learn how to recognize, interrupt, and de-escalate conflict and hate crimes in order to keep our libraries…
Join us to discuss libraries and sustainability with special guest Claudia Depkin. Claudia Depkin is the Library Director at the Haverstraw King’s Daughters Public Library, Past-President of the New York Library…
Join us to meet a few observatories and science organizations from around SCRLC's 14-county region. Find out what they are doing—and how you might engage. The eclipse is a few-hours…