Webinar Description: Join us for an insightful virtual workshop designed for library professionals eager to leverage the rich data resources provided by the US Census Bureau. With 130 annual surveys and over 2 million data tables available through more than 50 public portals, understanding where to find and how to use this information is crucial…

Engage staff to better understand and serve patrons with dyslexia. Learning Outcomes: *Library staff will learn about dyslexia *Library staff will obtain resources to share with customers *Library staff will reflect on their own personal experiences

Public libraries in New York State come in all shapes and sizes. A small library typically does not have a dedicated human resources professional, and it has to work with limited resources to address any personnel concerns or requests. This can lead to confusion or workplace tension, if something like an accommodation request is not…

Description: Max Prime, Director of Government Relations & Advocacy for the New York Library Association, will give an overview of the NYLA priorities for the upcoming 2025 NYS Legislative Session. He will cover the state budget requests and policy priorities the NYLA Legislative Committee identified as guiding lights for our efforts. Following this overview, Max…

In this webinar, author K.J. Aiello (The Monster and the Mirror, ECW Press, Fall 2024) discusses the challenges, barriers, and strategies of safely writing trauma. Topics covered will include self-assessments, use of metaphor, caring for yourself and your readers, and how to write about difficult people. K.J. Aiello is a mentally ill, award-winning writer based in Toronto, ON.…

Legislative Breakfast - Eastern Region (Madison, Oneida, & Herkimer Counties) Join colleagues and library patrons, Friends, and supporters for an informal gathering and a bit of speed-dating with CLRC's regional state senators, assembly members, and representatives. Coffee, tea, and light refreshments will be served. Utica Public Library 303 Genesee St. Utica, NY 13501 Registration closes…

Webinar Description: Join us for a webinar on critical incident stress where you’ll learn: What is critical incident stress How people and workplaces can be affected by the trauma of a crisis The effects of short term and long term stress on the body and mind Strategies for how organizations can be supportive of employees…

This interactive, in-person workshop will equip library staff with the tools to identify, address, and prevent disrespectful behavior in the workplace. Participants will explore: Identifying disrespectful behavior in the workplace and its sources The impact of a disrespectful workplace How to proactively address disrespectful behavior Using an "assertive ask" to address behaviors while fostering a…

As leader of The Studio at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Dan Goods transforms complex concepts into meaningful stories that can be universally understood. The team’s work is presented in public spaces, art museums, as well as outer space. In this discussion, he shares his journey as a graphic designer and his passion about creating moments…

Event Description The basic course is meant to give librarians an overview of music copyright law concepts. The Essentials of Music Copyright Law covers the basics of music copyright law, including how to establish and register a copyright for your music, and what is a copyright and how to get one. Attendees will also explore the…

Are you confident that your library is fully covered and prepared in case of unexpected events? Join our two-part presentation series on Insurance, where we delve into the intricacies of HR-related insurance in Session 1 and General liability in Session 2. Session 1: HR Insurance Essentials In this session, we'll explore the critical aspects of…

Legislative Breakfast – Western Region (Onondaga County) Join colleagues and library patrons, Friends, and supporters for an informal gathering and a bit of speed-dating with CLRC’s regional state senators, assembly members, and representatives. Coffee, tea, and light refreshments will be served. Marcellus Free Library 32 Maple Street Marcellus, NY 13108 Registration closes on Wednesday, December…

This workshop deals with the effects of shift work and hours of work on the worker and the workplace with suggestions made as to solutions which can minimize adverse effects. The program content includes the effects of shift work on the human body to produce desynchronization of body systems and the resulting health, behavioral, and…

Digital files require ongoing maintenance to be preserved and used in the future. This webinar will focus on introducing the basics of digital preservation. Furthermore, it will take a hands-on approach to introduce resources to evaluate your resources and storage options to find a solution that will work best for your institution.