A Beginner's Guide to Failure Please Note: This is an in-person program that includes both a presentation and discussion. It will held in the CDLC building in Latham. Lunch is included. The program is free, but registration is required. A Beginner's Guide to Failure teaches library workers how to embrace and even celebrate failure. Instead of viewing failure as…
This webinar deals with how people and workplaces are affected by occupational stress, both acute and chronic. Dealing with stress can offer two options: change the stressor or teach the affected person to develop coping skills. A good stress reduction program incorporates both options so that attendees can appreciate that some stressors can be changed…
This seminar is a chance to pose your “What ifs” “Whys” and “Howabouts” for employment practices in the future. Stephanie “Cole” Adams will answer your questions about HR-related issues in this session designed by you! This is the fourth event in our 4-part “Ask the HR Expert” series. About the presenter: Stephanie “Cole” Adams is an attorney…
This programs features three panelists from public libraries and academics to discuss issues related to implementing AI in your library. They will be talking about the kinds of applications available as well as the important issues that have to be considered when looking at AI. The panelists include: Nick Tanzi, Assistant Director, South Huntington Public…
Cultural institutions seek to find the balance between public access and securing valuable objects and archives. This program will address the internal and external security threats faced by public and private collections. Topics include risk assessment, security systems, and effectively responding to incidents such as theft or vandalism. The program also emphasizes the importance of…
This is an opportunity to meet with Tim Spindler (NYLA President) to discuss anything related to NYLA and ask questions about advocacy. We'll have light refreshments for attendees.
Description: This professional development session will walk attendees through the process of how to launch and maintain a seed library at their own library branch. Many librarians would like to begin seed libraries, but a lack of time, money, and people-power can prove daunting. However, even with very little initial capital, any librarian can make…
Join Shinnecock artist Jeremy Dennis for an engaging Zoom talk where he delves into his dynamic art practice and the inspiring story behind Ma's House & BIPOC Art Studio, Inc. Jeremy will share insights into his artistic journey, discuss the cultural narratives that shape his work, and explore how Ma's House serves as a vibrant…
The world we live in is stressful. Reducing Stress, Improving Mental Health is an interactive workshop designed to teach various coping strategies to help improve one's mental health inside and outside of the workplace. In this workshop, Dr. Sam Colbert teaches empirically informed skills (including mindfulness techniques and positive psychological practices) shown to decrease stress and improve…
In this webinar, we discuss how to identify the pitfalls of dysfunctional teams and how to avoid those to create a communicative, motivated team. This training will touch on pitfalls that many teams fall prey to and how to avoid those as team leaders and team members. No matter the role you play in your…