Many library workers have the best of intentions. They think they know their users very well, but they don't. Many spend hours promoting events and programs, services, and resources, but there are so many "no shows," or the services being promoted are not being used. This is simply because many library workers become heavily involved…
Presenter: Stephanie Cole Adams Based on requests from public libraries across the state, ESLN and PULISDO partnered on the creation of an annotated "2022 Public Library Collection Management Policy Template & Guide." Join us for this 1-hour session on using this resource to update or adopt policies to be ready for materials challenges...and more. We…
The Internet is rotting! Every day millions of links from websites, PDFs, and search engine results become broken un-resolving 404 messages. This isn’t a new problem. The Internet has always been a sea of websites that come and go as servers age, businesses change priorities and new information arises. Our dependence on access to information…
How did newspapers on Long Island and throughout New York State report on Holocaust era events such as the Nazi boycott of Jewish businesses, the German American Bund rally at Madison Square Garden and FDR’s plan to create a free port for refugees at Fort Ontario in Oswego? The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum’s History Unfolded:…
Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) as topics are not only relevant to the work of libraries, archives, and museums, but often integral to the experiences of those who work in these organizations. Given the importance of understanding the impact and influence of EDI, and all of the various ways that it can manifest, it can…
During this talk, we will take a close look at weighmasters including the process they went through to become one, their interactions with other people who worked at the weighlock, the boatmen, and what happened in the weighlock buildings. Available on both Zoom and in-person. Register at: https://eriecanalmuseum.org/store/product/lecture/
Join the Schenectady County Historical Society and the Erie Canal Museum for this hour-long cycling tour through Schenectady looking at the city’s Erie Canal and brewing history as you ride along the historic Mohawk River. The ride begins and ends at Druthers Brewing Company where you will be treated to a beer as part of…
Webinar Description: This workshop will help you ask the right questions to ensure you match the best delivery method to your objectives and audience. In addition, we will touch on some tools and tricks that will make your learning and programs participatory, useful, and memorable. In the last three years of facilitation and programming, we…
Looking for an adventurous way to experience New York’s brand new Empire State Trail? Join us for the 5th annual Tour the Towpath bicycle ride along the Historic Old Erie Canal from Rome to Syracuse. Experience 42 miles of beautiful, off-road trail riding AND the new Empire State Trail through Syracuse. Explore historic communities built…
Join the Erie Canal Museum for this hour-long cycling tour around Syracuse's Inner Harbor and Onondaga Lake, and learn about the lake's canal history! The ride begins and ends at Meier's Creek Brewing Company's Inner Harbor location where you will be treated to a beer as part of your ride. Register at: https://eriecanalmuseum.org/store/product/beers-bikes-and-barges/