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…