Webinar Description: Libraries are continually faced with the challenge of making the most of their budgets while progressively increasing efficiency and library services. Learn about the benefits of many different types of free software and open source applications to improve your internal operations, market library services, and encourage staff collaboration. Find out what types of…
Join us at the Fayetteville Free Library for a webinar viewing party! Webinar Description: We've all heard about Millennials, but what do we know about the next generation, Generation Z? According to the American Marketing Association, Generation Z, or those born at the dawn of the 21st century, are just now starting to enter college…
Anastasia Matijkiw, Program Coordinator and Amelia Parks, Archives Specialist from Documentary Heritage Preservation Services of New York (DHPSNY) will present a Q&A session for those interested in learning more about DHPSNY as well as field-specific archival questions and best practices. Please submit your question ahead of time via this Google Form and tune in on February 7,…
Wonder what goes on behind the scenes in Albany when it comes to advocating for library funding? Do you struggle for that perfect “elevator speech” when speaking to legislators about your library’s needs? Want to gain some tips and tricks before you head to Albany on February 27? Join us for a workshop to prepare…
Wonder what goes on behind the scenes in Albany when it comes to advocating for library funding? Do you struggle for that perfect “elevator speech” when speaking to legislators about your library’s needs? Want to gain some tips and tricks before you head to Albany on February 27? Join us for a workshop to prepare…
Learn to save a life with FREE Narcan Training! All are welcome to become New York State certified Opioid Overdose Responders. You’ll learn how to recognize an opioid overdose and how to administer Narcan to save a life. Access to Narcan kits will be provided! The training will be provided by an experienced Overdose Prevention Coordinator from ACR…
Library staff, supporters and friends Meet with your regional legislators Speak out for library funding CLRC is chartering a bus to Albany with multiple pick-up locations along the Thruway and has scheduled appointments with regional Assemblymembers and Senators. Schedule: (subject to change) * 6:30 am - leave CLRC office * 7:20 - pickup at North Utica…
Join us at the CLRC office or the MidYork Office for an all day Webinar Viewing Party! We'll be watching the Amigos Library Services Online Conference, Open Doors: Reaching Underserved Populations. Feel free to drop in and out as needed! Webinar Description: As librarians, providing equitable access to all patrons should be a top priority.…
Michelle Caswell (University of California, Los Angeles) Samip Mallick (South Asian American Digital Archive) In follow up to their public lecture, SAADA co-founders Mallick and Caswell host an interactive workshop to guide participants through the process of starting and building community archives, sharing stories about what worked and what didn't. Topics include how to get started, developing a collection focus,…
Join us at the Mid York Library System office to learn more about how libraries can better help LGBTQ individuals and families. Lunch will be provided. Workshop Description: This interactive training assists library staff in improving access for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer-identified, and questioning (LGBTQ) communities. Participants will explore common challenges encountered by LGBTQ individuals…