Strengthening Internship Pathways: Best Practices for Libraries, Archives, and Information Agencies Internships are essential for preparing future professionals in information fields. This session outlines practical, inclusive strategies for sponsoring internships, including mentorship structures and community-focused design. Emphasis will be placed on aligning programs with institutional missions and professional development for both the mentor and mentee.…

Description: Integrating principles of “slowness" can play a key role in your growth, personally and professionally. Whether you're familiar with slow librarianship, looking to develop the skills to implement it, or aiming to enhance your library services along with the quality and fulfillment of your work as a librarian, Lorin Jackson, an experienced slow librarianship…

Please join LILRC and ALA President Sam Helmick for an in-person advanced screening of select portions of Ken Burns’s new PBS documentary series, The American Revolution.   9/26/2025 When: Friday, September 26 10:00am - 12:00pm Where: 627 N Sunrise Service Rd Bellport Suffolk Cooperative Library System, Auditorium, New York  11713 United States Contact: Eliscia Cirrone ecirrone@lilrc.org 631-675-1570

Managing day to day complaints requires a great deal of skill and patience. This workshop will address the process of investigating and responding to employee complaints to prevent them from spiraling out of control. The workshop will also focus on conflict resolution and problem-solving skill sets needed to address day to day employee complaints. Presented by: Joshua Bienstock, JD., LLM, Associate…