Heather Turner, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the 2025 ALA Conference
For Heather Turner, attending ALA Annual was an unforgettable experience filled with inspiration, connection, and learning.
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Nicole Bodner, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About Online Class: Creating a Culture of Reading in Your School Library
Nicole Bodner reports that this online course provided some really great resources from academic studies noting the importance of a culture shift in reading at the secondary level. She also obtained some really great ideas to share with other librarians when they have their meetings through MO BOCES.
Lorie Finger, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the 2025 ALA Conference
2025 ALA Conference Philadelphia, PA June 2025 In June 2025, I was delighted to be able to travel to Philadelphia to attend the ALA Annual Conference. Although I have been…
Christina Swendsrud, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the 2025 ALA Conference
2025 ALA Conference Philadelphia, PA June 2025 Since entering the library field over ten years ago, I’ve hoped to attend an ALA Conference. Being awarded CLRC’s Special ALA 2025 Professional…
Rachel Hyde, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the 2025 ALA Conference
2025 ALA Conference Philadelphia, PA June 2025 Being among 15,000 library workers and advocates was an incredible experience in and of itself. The rich outpouring of camaraderie, encouragement, and, frankly…
Peggy Axel, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About Library Juice Academy Course: Library of Congress Subject Headings and Genres
Library Juice Academy Course: Library of Congress Subject Headings and Genres July 2025 Thanks to an opportunity provided by a CLRC Professional Development Grant, I recently completed the Library Juice…
Casey Orr, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the 2025 ALA Conference
2025 ALA Conference Philadelphia, PA June 2025 In June, I attended the ALA 2025 Annual Conference & Exhibition as a participant and presenter, thanks to the Professional Development Award through…
Susan Kowalski, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the 2025 ALA Conference
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Webinar: Turning the Page – ADHD and Employee Policies
This presentation will share the findings from a pilot study that looked into the workplace experiences of library employees with ADHD and how (or if) public library policymakers take these…
Webinar: Turning the Page – ADHD and Employee Policies
This presentation will share the findings from a pilot study that looked into the workplace experiences of library employees with ADHD and how (or if) public library policymakers take these…
Jaclyn Buzzard, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the 2025 NYLA SSL Conference
NYLA SSL Conference Rochester, New York May 2025 I had a great experience at the 2025 SSL Conference! I was able to attend several worthwhile sessions that gave me new…
ESLN Webinar: 2025 PILLARS Symposium – Is AI On the Test? A Symposium for Educators Who Weren’t Ready for Robots
This symposium is designed to introduce educators to a wide range of teaching and learning resources for practical use in the 21st-century classroom. This year’s theme, Is AI On the Test? A Symposium for Educators Who Weren’t Ready for Robots, focuses a critical lens on Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) in the classroom, including creating policies, practical methods, evaluating AI tools, user privacy, and legal issues.
Webinar: Show Me the Data – Collection Evaluation in Libraries
Collection evaluation is key, but it is definitely not a “one and done” process. Kristi Chadwick, Director at Ballston Community Public Library in Burnt Hills, NY and adjunct faculty Simmons University School of Library Information and Science Participants, will teach participants about different methods of collection evaluation and how to use these tools to create a robust and manageable collection.
Health@CLRC Book Talks 2025: Dead Wrong: Diagnosing and Treating Healthcare’s Misinformation Illness with Dr. Geeta Nayyar
Are you curious to learn more about books that are well researched and contain reliable health and wellness information? Join Dr. Geeta Nayyar’s Book Talk and her movement for transparency in healthcare, where data-driven solutions and collaborative efforts pave the way to a healthier, more interconnected future for all.
Kim Rudwall, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the YSS Annual Conference
Kim found the YSS Annual Conference in Mount Kisco, NY to be a great opportunity for the amazing workshop sessions as well as the overall camaraderie with fellow Youth Services professionals!
Alexander Schulz, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About LOEX 2025: Crafting a Future for Information Literacy
Alexander was able to travel across the country and present at his first academic conference as a library student! His poster presentation was on using Library Chat transcripts review to influence how we teach future instruction sessions.
Sarah Heukrath Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “STEAM To Go Kits”
Catalyst Grant Final Report “STEAM To Go Kits” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. Kids love my STEAM programs but they can’t always attend them.…
Webinar: Hazard Analysis Techniques Overview
As people become more experienced, workplace safety walkarounds and evaluations can become worse — people have seen the same workplace so often that they don’t “see” it anymore. They can overlook hazards and risks because of their familiarity. One way to overcome this problem is to use tools that are structured, yet creative — tools which turn employees’ knowledge and experience into a valuable and decided advantage for doing workplace audits and assessments.
Carol Johnson Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “Kitchen Academy”
Catalyst Grant Final Report “Kitchen Academy” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. OCPL partnered with the Kitchen Literacy Project to present innovative food-related programs at…
Project Assistance Service
Need a hand? CLRC is offering members up to 15 hours of direct, short-term aid. Available support is flexible and may take a variety of forms. Apply for the Project Assistance Service today!
Erin Kovalsky Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “Books for Pro Se”
Catalyst Grant Final Report “Books for Pro Se: Building a Do-It-Yourself Legal Collection” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. The Catalyst Grant funded a small…
Ariel Bero Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “Libraries of the Future”
Catalyst Grant Final Report “Libraries of the Future” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. Our original project aimed to collaborate with Oneida City School District…
Jennine Bloomquist Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “The Mobile Reference Station”
Catalyst Grant Final Report “The Mobile Reference Station” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. Our project was aimed at giving our students more access to…
Special ALA 2025 Professional Development Awards!
CLRC is happy to announce Special Professional Development Awards to facilitate your attendance at the ALA 2025 Annual Conference & Exhibition in Philadelphia!
Andrea Snyder Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “Food, Crafts, and Literacy, Oh My!”
Catalyst Grant Final Report “Food, Crafts, and Literacy, Oh My!” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. Skaneateles Library staff visited the Skaneateles Ecumenical Food Pantry…
Kristin Jeter Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “Sensory-Friendly Equipment for Bird Library”
Kristin Jeter Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “Sensory-Friendly Equipment for Bird Library.”
Sarah O’Neill Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “Play Together: Inclusive Community Gaming”
Catalyst Grant Final Report “Play Together: Inclusive Community Gaming” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. The main mission of “Play Together” was to fulfill a…
Leah Kraus Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “Program Series for Adults with Developmental Disabilities”
Catalyst Grant Final Report “Program Series or Adults with Developmental Disabilities” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. Between March-December 2024, Fayetteville Free Library hosted 12…
Melissa Wohler Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “Teen Art Exploration”
The Frankfort Library was able to offer four art workshops for teens. The first two workshops were held in October with local artist Becca Harris. They were Succulents & Smoothies and Cartooning & Coffee. In November the workshops included Art of Glass Fusion with Frankfort-Schuyler art teacher Cynthia Brownell and building a Keepsake Box with local small business owner Cindy Young. A fifth session was scheduled for jewelry making in December but ended being postponed until 2025 due to conflicting schedules before the holidays.
Imani Odom, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks about the New York Library Association Annual Conference
2024 New York Library Association Annual Conference Syracuse, NY November 2024 Thanks to a Professional Development Grant from CLRC, I was able to attend the New York Library Association Annual…
Christine Fleischer, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks about the New York Library Association Annual Conference
2024 New York Library Association Annual Conference Syracuse, NY November 2024 Thanks in part to CLRC, I had the opportunity to attend this year’s NYLA Conference. As usual, I met…
Natalie Stetson Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “Women on the Water Walking Tours”
Catalyst Grant Final Report “Women on the Water Walking Tours” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. From March to May, research was done at various…
Alissa Borelli Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “Artist in Residence”
Catalyst Grant Final Report “Artist in Residence” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. The Liverpool Public Library contracted with local artist Julie Ehrentraut, owner of…
April Bliss, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks about the New York Library Association Annual Conference
2024 New York Library Association Annual Conference Syracuse, NY November 2024 Thursday, November 7th The Keynote with Amanda Jones was eye opening. Amanda was the winner of the 2021 School…
Theodore Gross, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks about the New York Library Association Annual Conference
2024 New York Library Association Annual Conference Syracuse, NY November 2024 I am very grateful to have received the Professional Development Grant from CLRC for this event. I first attended…
Sara Jo Brandt Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “Large Print Accessibility through Kindles”
Catalyst Grant Final Report “Large Print Accessibility through Kindles” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. CLD&J purchased 9 Kindles to supplement LP materials for our…
Scott Lipkowitz Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “Build an Arduino Eclipse Monitor”
Catalyst Grant Final Report “Build an Arduino Eclipse Monitor” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. During this seven-session class, participants were taught how to design,…
Claire Ehrlich Discusses New Initiatives Project, “MVCC Reads in Many Languages: Multilingual Collection of Leisure Reading “
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “MVCC Reads in Many Languages: Multilingual Collection of Leisure Reading” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. This project created a…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Brenda Shea of Fairmount Community Library
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. We collaborated with Camillus Parks and Rec and Maxwell Library to host an eclipse festival/…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Jessica DeCapio of Jordan Bramley Library
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. We used the grant to have an out of this world Solar Eclipse party! We…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Fred Berowski of Herkimer County Community College
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. The grant was used to purchase Eclipse glasses and eclipse themed snacks and drinks for…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Amanda Riccardo of Liverpool Public Library
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. The grant was used to buy supplies for our booth during the eclipse. We had…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Kelly Chambala of West Genesee High School
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. This grant was used to acquire Solar Eclipse glasses for our student population. Kelly Chambala,…
Sarah Anson-Ordon Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “Earth Day at the Everson”
Catalyst Grant Final Report “Earth Day at the Everson” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. As a unique initiative to complement the exhibition “Janet Biggs:…
Linda Weal Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “Earth Day 2024”
Catalyst Grant Final Report “Earth Day 2024” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. The Old Forge Library will host an Earth Day event that 80…
Sara Alfaro Discusses Catalyst Grant Project, “STEM Camp: Chemistry of Water in Brewerton”
Catalyst Grant Final Report “STEM Camp: Chemistry of Water in Brewerton” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. Over the 2-day STEM camp students ranging between…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Sue Kowalski of Pine Grove Middle School
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. Students created DIY kits of bracelets with UV beads for all PG students. Each small…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Nancarrow Brown of OCPL Central Library
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. The CLRC Solar Eclipse Grant funds were used to purchase materials for several activities. We…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Sarah Elliott of Wellwood Middle School
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. The grant was used to buy solar eclipse books for middle school students. The books…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Briana Galea of the Community Library of DeWitt & Jamesville
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. The grant was used to provide education to community members about the solar eclipse and…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Sue Madden of the Onondaga Central School District
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. The grant was used to purchase manipulative materials related to the solar system to demonstrate…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Ellen DuPree of the New York State School for the Deaf
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. Purchase of a Professional Text Solar Science: Exploring Sunspots, Seasons, Eclipses and More, from NSTA…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Anne Debraggio of the Kirkland Town Library
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. We used the grant to expand activities held during our Eclipse Party at the library.…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Casey Westby of the Elbridge Free Library
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. We hosted an Eclipse Day craft event. Patrons made homemade puff paint glow-in-the-dark eclipse moons.…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Laurie Rachetta of East Syracuse Free Library
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. We had a solar watch party. We had space cookies, sun water, moon popcorn and…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Jennifer Burke of Maxwell Memorial Library
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. We used the grant for several programs related to the solar eclipse. One was a…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Mary Alice Brennan of Oswego Middle School
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. The grant provided our 8th grade science students an opportunity to engage in hands-on activities…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Jane Verostek of SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. The library at SUNY ESF is named the F. Franklin Moon Library or just “Moon”.…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Shelby Manchester of SUNY Upstate Health Sciences Library
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. The grant was used to purchase 100 solar eclipse glasses for SUNY Upstate staff, faculty,…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Carol Johnson of OCPL Petit Branch
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. Ahead of the Total Solar Eclipse in April, Quinn Gardner, Petit Youth Services Librarian, arranged…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Sarah Heukrath of the North Syracuse Library
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. We used the grant to buy craft items related to outer space. Each child received…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Lisa Moore of the Onondaga Historical Association
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. The CLRC grant supported our plans to have Jake Edwards from the Onondaga Nation address…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Margaret Martin of Soule Branch Library
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. We utilized the CLRC eclipse grant for two programs. First, we used two copies of…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Monica Norton of the Salina Library
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. The Salina Library used our Solar Eclipse Grant money to purchase supplies for programming on…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Laura Major at the Manlius Library
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. The grant was used to purchase snacks for our Astronaut Food Taste Testing program during…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Sara Alfaro of NOPL @ Brewerton
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. The grant funding was used for eclipse-themed snacks, magnet parts for “Together Again” themed takeaways,…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Andrea Snyder of the Skaneateles Library
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. In partnership with the Skaneateles Area Chamber of Commerce, the library hosted a viewing party…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Bill Loveland of the Sherrill-Kenwood Free Library
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. Our library held a Solar Eclipse Party in partnership with another CLRC member, the Oneida…
Solar Eclipse Grant Final Report from Lisa Marchitelli of the Hamilton Public Library
Please provide a brief narrative explaining what the grant was used for and its outcomes. We had 3 kids crafts set up for multiple ages, to keep the kids busy…
Michelle Calupca Discusses New Initiatives Project, “Manlius Library Care Kits”
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “Manlius Library Care Kits” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. The Manlius Library Care Kits are intended to provide resources…
**APPLY TO BE PART OF A NEW COURSE** Trauma-Informed and Relational Care for Libraries
The Central New York Library Resources Council is offering up to 20 seats in a new course, “Trauma-Informed and Relational Care for Libraries.” Up to 20 CLRC members will complete the course modules individually and as a group. Offering this opportunity is something new for us and we’re hoping it allows you, as our members, to dive deeper into new principles and transform the way you do your work, rather than spending only an hour with the topic.
Michelle Babbie, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks about the NYLA Section of School Librarians Conference
New York Library Association Section of School Librarians Annual Spring Conference 2024 Lake Placid, NY May 2024 When I first saw the big names coming to NYLA SSL’s 2024 conference…
Emily Warfield, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks about the LOEX Conference
LOEX Conference Naperville, IL May 2024 I attended the LOEX Conference which focuses on new topics and strategies for teaching information literacy. With this grant, I was able to travel…
Sarah Kozma, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Discusses SAA Online Courses
Society of American Archivists Online courses 2024 The Central New York Libraries Resources Council (CLRC) Professional Development Award funded an educational opportunity for me to take two online courses offered…
Sophia Fiumano, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks about the LOEX Conference
LOEX Conference Naperville, IL May 2024 I had so much fun at the LOEX conference! As an Information Literacy Scholar, most of my time in graduate school is spent teaching…
Heidi McManus, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks about the Public Library Association Conference
Public Library Association Conference Columbus, Ohio April 2024 I had the good fortune to attend the Public Library Association conference held April 3-5, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio thanks in part…
Anne Rauh, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the Electronic Resources & Libraries Conference
Electronic Resources & Libraries Conference Austin, Texas October to November 2023 The Electronic Resource in Libraries Conference 2024 convened in Austin, TX, from March 25th to March 28th, where the…
Jenna Ballard Discusses New Initiatives Project “Book Nook Boxes”
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “Book Nook Boxes” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. With our grant money, the Chittenango Middle School library was able…
Charlene Martin, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the SAA Course: Digital Curation
Digital Curation: Fundamentals and Sustainability Online Course offered by the Society of American Archivists October to November 2023 Recently I had become urgently aware of my institution’s need to preserve…
Katya Mueller, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About Digital Library Federation 2023
Digital Library Federation 2023 St. Louis, MO November 2023 The Digital Library Federation Forum, from November 13 to 15, was held in St. Louis, MO. As a current LIS student…
Amy Plichta, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the 2023 NYLA Conference
The New York Library Association Conference Saratoga Springs, NY November 2023 As I am currently graduating with my MS-ILS this winter, I was grateful for the opportunity to attend the…
Abigail Williams, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the 2023 NYLA Conference
Thanks to a Professional Development Grant from CLRC, I was able to attend the New York Library Association Annual Conference and Trade Show in Saratoga Springs, New York, from November 2-4, 2023. This was the first conference of my library career, and it was such a valuable experience to learn from and network with other library professionals from both inside and outside my library system.
Christine Fleischer, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the 2023 NYLA Conference
The New York Library Association Conference Saratoga Springs, NY November 2023 I was very glad I had the opportunity to attend this year’s NYLA Conference. The theme, Revive, Refresh, Rekindle,…
Mackenzie Lynch, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the 2023 NYLA Conference
I am very grateful to CLRC for helping me attend the 2023 NYLA conference in Saratoga Springs. This was my first library conference, and I had a wonderful time. I made a lot of connections with fellow YSS librarians and learned so much about our profession.
Jaime Dudajek-Burgdoff, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the 2023 NYLA Conference
The New York Library Association Conference Saratoga Springs, NY November 2023 The opportunity to attend the NYLA 2023 Annual Conference and Trade Show meant so much to me as it…
Nicole Nicosia, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the 2023 AASL Conference
The American Association of School Librarian Conference Tampa, FL October 2023 I attended many sessions at AASL Tampa 2023. They were all excellent featuring everything from how to create an…
Jennifer Burke Discusses New Initiatives Project “Sensory Garden”
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “Sensory Garden” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. I’m not sure how best to answer this. As you know, the…
Jackie Alex Discusses New Initiatives Project “Sunshine Days”
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “Sunshine Days” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. The Sunshine Day program has been exceptional! Our school functions on a…
Lindsay Cesari Discusses New Initiatives Project, “Mental Health Makerspace”
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “Mental Health Makerspace” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. We used CLRC to purchase materials to support a library maker…
Elizabeth Taylor, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the 2023 ARSL Annual Conference
The Association for Rural and Small Libraries Conference Wichita, KS September 2023 ARSL 2023 was a great experience. It was good to be around other librarians from different areas, sharing…
Diana Cassulis, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the 2023 ARSL Annual Conference
The Association for Rural and Small Libraries Conference Wichita, KS September 2023 This year’s Association for Small and Rural Libraries (ARSL) annual conference was a refreshing experience. There were quite…
Rob Sporing, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks about the ALA Annual Conference
American Library Association Annual Conference Chicago, IL June 2023 Attending the American Library Association Annual Conference in Chicago was an incredible experience that exceeded my expectations. I am grateful for…
Darcy Barber Discusses New Initiatives Project, “Dynamic Shelving”
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “Dynamic Shelving” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. This project was intended to create dynamic elementary library shelving which empowered…
Shauna Modrow Discusses New Initiatives Project, “Teen Reading Engagement Kit (TREK)”
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “Teen Reading Engagement Kit (TREK)” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. My project was created for the Onondaga County Public…
Emily Hart, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the Bibliometrics & Research Impact Community Conference
Bibliometrics & Research Impact Community Conference Ottawa, Canada June 2023 The 2023 Bibliometrics and Research Impact Community Conference was held in Ottawa, at St. Paul University, on June 6th –…
Aneisa Linton Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “Westhill Libraries Summer Book Bonanza”
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “Westhill Libraries Summer Book Bonanza” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. Westhill Librarians hosted summer Book Bonanza events to promote…
Saptarshi Lahiri, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks about the ALA Annual Conference
American Library Association Annual Conference Chicago, IL June 2023 Thanks to a generous professional development grant from CNY-CLRC, I was recently able to travel to Chicago, IL, for ALA’s Annual…
Heather Leahey Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “Full STEAM Ahead”
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “Full STEAM Ahead” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. Willow Field Elementary is shifted from a K-6 to a K-2…
Paul Bern, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About IASSIST Annual Conference
International Association for Social Science Information Service and Technology (IASSIST) Annual Conference, Philadelphia, PA Diversity in Research: Social Justice from Data May 30, 2023 – June 2, 2023 With the…
Health@CLRC 2nd Annual Health Literacy Conference
Are you a librarian, nurse, social worker, or professional who wants to enhance their health literacy proficiency? The 2nd Annual Health@CLRC & Upstate Health Sciences Library Professional Development Event is…
Pauline Lynch Shostack, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About Innovative User Group Conference
Innovative User Group Conference May 10 – 13, 2023 The Central New York Libraries Resources Council (CLRC)’s Professional Development Grant enabled me to present at and attend the…
Margaret Martin Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “Soule Branch Library SEL Manga/Anime Afterschool Program”
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “Soule Branch Library SEL Manga/Anime Afterschool Program” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. Soule Branch Library piloted a social-emotional learning…
Peggy Axel, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About Library Juice Academy Library of Congress Classification course
Library Juice Academy: Library of Congress Classification Course May 2023 I just completed the Library Juice Academy course, Library of Congress Classification, thanks to the generous professional development grant from…
Patricia Giles, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About ACRL 2023
Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) Conference March 2023 I am so grateful for the professional development grant from CLRC to attend the ACRL Conference 2023 in Pittsburgh. I…
Webinar: Creating Video Tutorials for Your Library
Video tutorials can help libraries support patrons in new and immediate ways, especially as patrons increasingly connect with libraries online. Whether you and your library are new to creating video tutorials, or you’d like to boost your video-making skills, this webinar will offer tips and strategies related to recording technologies, editing software, instructional design, narration scripts, accessibility, inclusive practices, user testing, updating your existing videos, and other related topics.
Webinar: Library Security and Privacy 101 or Is There Really any Privacy?
Wednesday, May 24 at 3:00 pm Event Description: This is a starter session for librarians and librarian-adjacent staff (that means everyone who works in a library) who want to know…
Join a CLRC SIG
CLRC’s Special Interest Groups provide a forum for members with common interests to meet and discuss relevant topics. Any member can start a special interest group and any member can…
Kimberly Rudwall, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About NYLA Annual Conference
I had a great time at NYLA with the many opportunities for growth with the many great speakers and panels. However my biggest highlights was the networking. I recently finished school and I meat teacher and other student from Syracuse University that I have seen on a screen. As well as the many vendors that shared there ideas and knowledge with me as a beginner.
April Bliss, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the NYLA Conference
New York Library Association (NYLA) Conference November 2022 The good vibes of the Back to the Future, NYLA Conference, in Saratoga Springs started with the keynote address by Courtney Harge,…
Kiley Jolicoeur, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the DLF Forum
Digital Library Federation (DLF) Forum October 2022 From October 10-12 I had the pleasure of attending the Digital Library Federation (DLF) Forum in Baltimore, Maryland thanks to a professional development…
Christina Paniccia, CLRC Professional Development Recipient, Talks About the 2022 Leatherstocking Conference
Leatherstocking Conference October 2022 Thanks to a professional development grant from CLRC, I was able to attend the Leatherstocking Conference, hosted by OHM School Library System (OHM BOCES). There were…
Diana Cassulis, CLRC Professional Development Recipient, Talks About the ARSL Conference 2022
The Association for Rural & Small Libraries Conference September 2022 Through the CLRC Professional Development Award, I had the pleasure of attending my very first conference, the Association for Rural…
Nancy R. Stowell, CLRC Professional Development Recipient, Talks About the ARSL Conference 2022
The Association for Rural & Small Libraries Conference September 2022 This was the second ARSL conference I attended. As it was located in Chattanooga TN I am grateful to CRLC…
Christine Fleischer, CLRC Professional Development Recipient, Talks About the ARSL Conference 2022
I am very grateful to CLRC for helping me attend the ARSL Conference this year in Chattanooga, TN. I attend this conference whenever possible because it addresses the needs and issues I encounter daily. I am always eager to network with librarians from around the country, maybe sharing ideas for programming or discussing common problems we face.
Jen Tolley Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “Homebound Delivery Tablets”
The Northern Onondaga Public Library (NOPL) has been offering homebound delivery to patrons who have a hard time getting to the library since 2019. During that time, we’ve noticed that some of our senior patrons drop out of the program because they can no longer hold the heavier weight of a large print book.
Megan McKay, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About QuickBooks Training
The Central New York Library Resource Council Professional Development Award has allowed me to complete a class on Mastering Quickbooks Online. The class was virtual, and I watched my lessons in the mornings before work and studied from the handout. Some lessons were review, some were new, and some things I wish I had known when I started in my current position a year ago!
Christina Swendsrud, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the SUNYLA Conference
SUNYLA Conference June 2022 With CLRC’s Professional Development Award, I was able to attend The State University of New York Librarians Association (SUNYLA) annual conference: Soaring Into the Future of…
Michele F. Ryan, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks about the ALA eLearning Course – Marketing 360
ALA eLearning Course – Marketing 360 March to May 2022 Libraries often find it difficult to get the word out about all the wonderful things they do for their communities.…
Megan Gillander Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “OPaL’s News Network”
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “OPaL’s News Network” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. Our project offered kids an opportunity to learn about reporting and…
Lauren Quackenbush, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks about the LOEX 2022 Conference
LOEX 2022 May 2022 In the beginning of May I had the pleasure of attending LOEX’s conference in Ypsilanti, MI. I’m a LIS graduate student at Syracuse University and am…
Alayna Vander Veer, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks about the LOEX 2022 Conference
LOEX 2022 May 2022 Thanks to the CLRC professional development grant, I was able to attend and present at my very first in-person library conference! After encouragement to present the…
Simcha Glassman, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the Library Juice Academy Online Course: Introduction to Collection Analysis
I am so very grateful for the Professional Development Award I was awarded from CLRC, which allowed me to take this very informative online course. Collection analysis is a very important task that librarians must perform in order to insure that the collections we are sharing are diverse and contain accurate, up-to-date information.
Brienna Jow, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks about the ALA e-Course: Business Outreach for the Public Library
Because of the CLRC’s professional development grant, I was able to take a 4-week class about the tools in embedded business librarianship. I’m currently the Outreach and Digital Services Librarian at the Utica Public Library. Being relatively new to my position, I was seeking out additional instruction that went beyond my MLIS in the realm of outreach.
Michele Heintz, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks about the RUSA Online Course: Inside Interlibrary Loan
I am truly grateful for the opportunity to take this online course thanks to a CLRC Professional Development Award. During four weeks of online discussions and research, I learned about the history of interlibrary loan and codes, copyright compliance, ILL policies and procedures, and impacts on modern ILL services.
Julia Schult Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “Baldwinsville Library VR Tour Kit”
We used our grant to acquire equipment to create a BPL Virtual Reality Tour kit. The kit is available for organizations and businesses to check out, so they can make a VR Tour and post it online.
Ariel Wilber, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About The New York Library Association Annual Conference
This year I was fortunate enough to have received the CLRC Professional Development Award to attend the 2021 New York Library Association Conference in Syracuse, NY. This was my second in-person conference since I got my MLIS in 2018. This year’s conference was fabulous as I met several new librarian friends to network with and learned new ways to positively impact my community.
Joellyn Murry Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “School Story Walks”
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “School Story Walks” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. Our project began when we recognized that we could share our…
Jennifer McDonald Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “Little Embedded Libraries”
This project was meant to bring together the concept of little libraries and digital forms of information in a community setting. We built 4 little libraries, 2 solar power systems and installed them in 4 quadrants of a rural/suburban town. Most importantly we began a collaboration between the school district, local entities and Town and State government to provide books and digital information at specific locations.
Kathleen Salsbury, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the 2021 American Library Association Conference & Exhibition
Thanks to the generosity of CLRC, I was able to attend my first-ever American Library Association conference (virtually).
Kayla Kent, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About NYLA’s Library Skills Academy
The Library Skills Academy was very informative in providing a history of libraries and an in-depth look at library operations. I gained a strong understanding of customer service and how I can apply it in the academic setting.
Join CLRC’s Sustainability SIG!
This group meets to discuss how best to reach our community to convey a sense of urgency regarding the state of our planet. Our focus is on the three pillars of sustainability: sustainable practices are environmentally sound, socially equitable, and economically feasible.
Chelsea Roy, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About NYLA’s Developing Leader Program
Thanks to the Central New York Libraries Resources Councils Professional Development Grant I was able to participate in NYLA’s 2021 Developing Leader’s Program! It was such a wonderful opportunity and rich experience that helped me strengthen and cultivate my leadership skills.
Anne Nassar Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “Paint Your Masterpiece”
We hosted a Paint Party via Zoom on December the 2nd, from 6-7 PM. The teacher was Jill Rae Vennera, of Easels on the Gogh. We gave away 20 8 x 10 canvases, each with two brushes and five containers of paint. Attendance was actually 26, because some people had their own supplies. We received lots of positive feedback from the attendees and requests for another program.
Carol Johnson Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “Nature Backpacks for Libraries”
We purchased items and assembled circulating kits in a backpack which include binoculars, a magnifying glass and short format, engaging reading material about local flora and fauna.
Elise DeAndrea, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the Introduction to Web Archiving Course from the iSchool at UW-Madison
Thanks to CLRC’s professional development grant, I was able to attend a 6-week online course on the topic of web archiving, which is gaining a lot more attention in the archives profession.
Cristina Pope, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About Mindful Leadership
With the assistance of the CLRC, I was able to participate in a Mindful Leadership certificate program that reviewed the precepts of secular mindfulness and suggested how a daily mindfulness practice helps develop non-judgmental awareness and communication strategies that enhance leadership effectiveness.
Cara Howe, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the Introduction to Web Archiving Course from the iSchool at UW-Madison
So much of the archival record is digital and this expands beyond electronic documents to include coded web pages and embedded content. Preserving these interfaces is a distinct skill set, which archivists are cultivating. With support from a CLRC Development Award, I was able to complete a two-month course offered by the iSchool at UW-Madison. Introduction to Web Archiving was taught by Samantha Abrams, the Web Resources Collection Librarian for Ivy Plus Librarians and encompassed all the essential components of basic web archiving.
Pauline Shostack Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “Scalable Makerspace Fan Creation Station”
Project Activities: MET270 (Solid Modeling) students helped create the fan design as part of a class project. See attached photos. From these design ideas, Professor Grieb created a final prototype design that we used to create twenty fan project kits. A Fan Creation LibGuide, instructional videos, and a survey were created for this level 1. The Level 2 content is in development, but the draft videos have recently been completed.
Maggie Gall-Maynard, Alyssa Newton, & Karen Fenner Discuss New Initiatives Grant Project, “On the Iditarod Trail: From New York to Nome”
The Onondaga Free Library partnered with Westhill High School in the Westhill Central School District and created an enhanced learning opportunity for students and families around the theme of the Iditarod.
Jennine Bloomquist Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “Biking by the Book”
Biking by the Book is part of our larger effort to revamp the middle school library into someplace students want to come. Students, faculty, and staff were all asked the question, “What would make you want to come to the library more often?”
Important Announcement Regarding DPLA
For almost five years, CLRC has participated in the New York State Service Hub for the Digital Public Library of America (DPLA). Over these years, we’ve worked with our state…
Elizabeth Hartnett, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the American Association of School Librarians Conference
In November of 2019 I was able to attend the AASL 2019 conference in Louisville, Kentucky with the financial assistance of CLRC. This was the first national library conference I have ever been able to attend.
Christina Paniccia, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the LibraryWorks Webinar: Get 40 Marketing Resources in 60 Minute for Your Library
Thanks to a professional development grant from CLRC, I was able to attend a webinar called Get 40 Marketing Resources in 60 Minutes for Your Library.
Erin Cassidy Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “Art in Conversation: Jacob Lawrence & James Baldwin”
The Community Library of DeWitt & Jamesville and the Everson Museum of Art have partnered together in the fall of 2020 on a new initiative, Art in Conversation: Jacob Lawrence & James Baldwin.
Mary Klucznik Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “New Media: The Silent Generation”
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “New Media: The Silent Generation” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. In the fall of 2019 we offered a new…
Melissa Lewandowski, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the New York Library Association Conference
Thanks to a Professional Development grant through CLRC, I was able to attend the 2020 New York Library Association Annual Conference virtually. This conference offered a wide variety of professional development programs to attend and I am looking forward to trying some of the things I learned and ideas I got at my library.
Jaime Dudajek-Burgdoff, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the Equity in Action Webinar Series
Thanks to the Central New York Library Resources Council Professional Development Grant, I was able to attend a three-part webinar series offered by the Library Journal and School Library Journal entitled “Equity in Action: Building Diverse Collections”.
Chaeyeon Kim, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the SAA Arrangement and Description: Fundamentals Workshop
Thanks to the generosity of the CLRC’s Professional Development Grant, I was able to virtually attend a workshop entitled ‘Arrangement & Description: Fundamentals’ offered by the Society of American Archivists (SAA) on October 26 and 29, 2020.
Leslie Cartier, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the American Association of School Librarians Conference
Due to the generosity of the CLRC’s professional development grant, I was able to travel to Louisville, Kentucky in mid November, 2019 to attend the Biennial Conference of the American Association of School Librarians.
Nickie Marquis Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “Explore the World Kits”
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “Explore the World Kits” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. The aim of the project was to create Explore the…
Janice Murray Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “Engineering in a Novel Way”
For this project we had two school librarians from different districts come together and help us write and plan three lessons per grade level (K-6) that included STEM or STEAM activities integrated with literacy and research.
Just Released – NYS Library Construction Aid Needs Survey
State Librarian Lauren Moore announced the results of a new statewide survey documenting construction and renovation needs of more than $1.5 billion over the next five years for public library…
Giovanna R. Colosi, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the New York Library Association Conference
In November 2019 I was able to attend the New York Library Association’s (NYLA) 2019 annual conference and trade show in Saratoga Springs, NY with the help of a generous grant from CLRC.
Jessica Regitano, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the American Association of School Librarians Conference
This past weekend, I had the great privilege of attending the 2019 Biennial Conference of American Association of School Librarians, a division of ALA.
April Bliss Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “Stop Motion Video Creative Animation”
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “Stop Motion Video Creative Animation” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. Stik Bot set and props were selected and purchased.…
Joshua Finnell Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “Data Science Collaboratory”
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “Data Science Collaboratory” Please provide a brief narrative explaing your projects and its outcomes. The collaboratory was a pilot project for building a data analysis…
Help Needed for BOCES SLS Battle of the Books
O²CM BOCES SLS is looking for help in writing their regional 2019-2020 Battle of the Book questions. If you have read any of these books, please consider submitting questions to…
Carol Johnson Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “STARLAB Roving Planetarium Visits Syracuse City Libraries”
Starlab Planetarium Adventures roving planetarium operated by STEM educator Chris Grubb presented programs at seven Syracuse libraries July 8 &9, 2019. The programs complemented the New York State Summer Reading Program Theme, “Universe of Stories”
Nicole Hershberger Discusses New Initiatives Grant Project, “Community Playdate: An Anji Play-based Outreach Pilot”
New Initiatives Grant Final Report “Community Playdate: An Anji Play-based Outreach Pilot” Please provide a brief narrative explaining your project and its outcomes. Activities, Results, and Accomplishments The pilot season…
Grant Opportunity – Carnegie-Whitney Award for Guides to Library Resources
The American Library Association Publishing Committee provides a grant of up to $5,000 for the preparation of print or electronic reading lists, indexes or other guides to library resources that…
Jenee Gerardo, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the Association of Rural Libraries Conference
I just want to thank CLRC for awarding me the Professional Development grant that allowed me to travel and attend my first ARSL conference.
April Bliss, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the Association of Rural Libraries Conference
I was fortunate to be able to attend the Association of Rural Libraries Conference in Burlington Vermont early September 2019 with help of a CLRC Professional Development Grant.
DEC Hosts Free Lunchtime Sustainability Webinar Series
Saving the planet can seem daunting. That’s why the DEC is bringing the new GreenNY Sustainability Series of webinars to give simple tips and tricks to make a difference and…
Join a Virtual Book Club
You are invited to participate in a virtual book club to read and discuss the book, The Person You Mean to Be: How Good People Fight Bias, by Dolly Chugh.…
Twanna Hodge, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the Library Diversity and Residency Studies Conference
I am very appreciative of CLRC for awarding me a professional development grant because I was able to attend the Library Diversity and Residency Studies Conference in Greensboro, NC, from August 26-27, 2019.
Jenna Wright-Martin, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the Empowerment, Advocacy, and Leadership Academy
Being part of the NYLA Empowerment, Advocacy, and Leadership Academy was a great opportunity to strenghen my own professional skills.
IMLS Public Libraries Survey Results
The Public Libraries Survey (PLS) examines when, where, and how library services are changing to meet the needs of the public. These data, supplied annually by public libraries across the…
2019/2020 State Aid for Library Construction
The New York State Library is pleased to announce that an additional $20 million has been added to the 2019/2020 State Aid for Library Construction program. That brings the total…
Congratulations to NYLA’s Incoming Council Members
The New York Library Association (NYLA) is pleased to announce the incoming council members for 2020 Claudia Depkin, President-Elect (2019-2020) / President (2020-2021): Claudia Depkin is currently the Director of…
Apply for “Coming to America” – Reading Groups for Public Libraries
The Yiddish Book Center’s Coming to America Reading Groups for Public Libraries is a reading and discussion program to engage teens and adults in thinking about immigrants’ experiences encountering America.…
Public and academic libraries invited to apply – host ‘Americans and the Holocaust’ traveling exhibit
The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum (USHMM) and the American Library Association (ALA) Public Programs Office invite libraries to apply to host Americans and the Holocaust, a traveling exhibition…
Free College Resources for Your Library
Free copies of the 2018 edition of Your College Search: Proof Positive, a guide to college admissions, financial aid and New York’s private colleges, and the 2019 Campus Locator Map…
Nominations Open for Hugh Farley Advocate Award
Know someone deserving of this NYLA Advocacy recognition? https://www.nyla.org/max/4DCGI/cms/review.html?Action=CMS_Document&DocID=39&MenuKey=career Purpose To recognize and honor an individual who, or a group that, has made a far reaching, sustained contribution to the…
Apply for DHPSNY’s free Planning & Assessment Services by Friday, July 12
Documentary Heritage and Preservation Services for New York (DHPSNY) currently offers FREE Planning & Assessment Services designed to support New York State collecting institutions in improving and advancing program efforts…
Lorie Finger, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the Empowerment, Advocacy, and Leadership Academy
The Central New York Resources Council’s Professional Development Award helped to enable me to attend the Empowerment, Advocacy and Leadership Academy (EALA) presented over the past 8 months by the Youth Services Section (YSS) of the New York Library Association (NYLA).
State Aid for Library Construction Online Application Open
Libraries must complete and submit project applications online by the due date set by their public library system. Public library systems set their own individual application due dates through the…
Speak Up for School Librarians!
For the first time in years, there is an active bill in both houses of the NYS Legislature. Add your name in support for ensure that every student in NYS…
Grant Opportunity – Initiatives Supporting Women and Girls
The Women’s Fund of Central New York (Women’s Fund) invites grant applications from nonprofit organizations whose primary focus is to address key issues affecting women and girls in Central New…
Jamia Williams, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the ACRL Conference
Thank you to the Central New York Resources Council for your support in sending me to the ACRL (Association of College and Research Libraries) 2019 Conference in Cleveland, Ohio.
Sustainable Tips and Tricks from OCPL
The OCPL Sustainability Committee offers recommendations to help you integrate sustainable practices into your libraries and communities. Plastic has a devastating impact on our environment. Time to reconsider the way…
Empire State Center for the Book Chooses Harriet the Spy for Its 2019 Selection
Harriet the Spy to Represent New York State at National Book Festival In celebration of the 55th anniversary of the publication of Harriet the Spy, The Empire State Center for…
Kate Marie Walsh, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the TCEA Conference
Thank you to the Central New York Resources Council for your support in sending three of my colleagues and myself to the TCEA (Texas Computer Education Association) conference in San Antonio, Texas. Their 2019 FULLY CHARDED week-long conference really lived up to their tag line…Advancing Teaching and Learning through Technology.
Sustainable Tips and Tricks – OCPL Monthly Info
Sustainable Tips and Tricks is full of recommendations to help you integrate sustainable practices into your libraries and communities. With winter coming to a end, it’s time to start thinking…
New York State Census Complete Count Commission Hearing
The New York State Complete Count Commission has announced seven public hearings across the state to gain public input and hear from Census experts and advocates. This is a great opportunity to let the Commission know how the 2020 Census will affect your library and your community.
Angelic Wright, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the TCEA Conference
Thank you to the Central New York Resources Council for allowing me and my fellow librarians to attend a professional conference in San Antonio Texas.
Thomas S. Burgess, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the TCEA Conference
The Central Libraries Resources Council’s (CLRC) Professional Development Grant helped enable me to attend the Texas Computer Education Association (TCEA) conference in January 2019 in San Antonio, Texas. As a Library Media Specialist at the elementary level in Liverpool Central School District, I have the unique ability to push in to classrooms and instruct on information literacy, technology, and literature.
Sustainable Library Certification Awarded to Two Libraries
The New York Library Association Sustainability Initiative (NYLA-SI) today announced that two public libraries in the state have been awarded SUSTAINABLE LIBRARY CERTIFICATION. Hendrick Hudson Free Library (HHFL) in Montrose…
Laura Esposito, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the TCEA Conference
Thank you to the Central New York Resources Council for providing the professional development grant that allowed myself and my colleagues to visit San Antonio, Texas to attend the TCEA conference.
ALA Adds Sustainability to Core Values
The American Library Association (ALA) Council voted to add Sustainability to the list of Core Values of Librarianship. “The foundation of modern librarianship rests on an essential set of core…
Congratulations to CLRC’s Most Recent Grant & Award Recipients!
New Initiatives Grant Have a project you want to pilot? Thinking of an innovative program or service you’d like to offer? Our New Initiatives Grant may be able to help.…
CLRC Office Closed for MLK Day
In observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, the CLRC office will be closed on Monday, January 21. We will reopen on Tuesday morning at 8:30 am.
MLA January Webinar – Maximizing the Return on Your Systematic Review Investment
From Protocol To Publication: Maximizing the Return on Your Systematic Review Investment Tuesday, January 29 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Are you buried under Systematic Review requests? Worried that your hard work…
OCPL Sustainability Tips – Cell Phones
Sustainable Tips and Tricks comes to you from the Onondaga County Public Library (OCPL) Sustainability Committee to help integrate sustainable practices into your libraries and communities. Get a sparkly new…
Anita Kuiken, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the NESAWG Conference
The Central New York Libraries Resources Council (CLRC)’s Professional Development Grant enabled me to attend the Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Working Group (NESAWG) Annual Conference, It Takes a Region: Cultivating a Transformative Food System held in Philadelphia, PA.
OCM BOCES Hosting Librarian Collaborative Event
Spend the day with your school librarian or public librarian counterpart getting to know each other and brainstorming collaborative ideas with a focus on using our Mobile Marker Kits together.…
NYS Historic Newspapers – January 2019 Newsletter
View the January 2019 newsletter New year, new titles!
WCNY accepting nominations for ‘Women Who Make America Awards’
WCNY is accepting nominations for its 7th Annual Women Who Make America Awards from all nineteen counties in its viewing area and includes the CLRC region – Herkimer, Madison, Oneida,…
Census 2020 Support Information
New York Counts 2020 is a statewide coalition of community-based organizations working in partnership with state and local government to facilitate a complete count, focusing on hard-to-count (HTC) areas. Currently…
Western Region Legislative Breakfast – December 14
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Documentary Heritage Program Grants Available
The 2019-2020 Documentary Heritage Program Grants are currently open. Deadline for applications is January 15, 2019. DHP grants can be used for Documentation Projects (planning, surveying, and collecting historical records related people, groups,…
Michelle Metcalf, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the LMCC Conference
Thanks to a Professional Development Grant from the CLRC, I attended the Library Marketing and Communications Conference (LMCC) in St. Louis, Missouri. The conference has been held annually since 2015 and has grown every year as libraries recognize the need to improve their social media, branding, web design, and communications in order to better position themselves to have their messages heard, collections and services well-used, and programs well-attended.
Melissa Lewandowski, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the NYLA Conference
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Christine Fleischer, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the ARSL Conference
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.18.2″ src=”https://rbshost.com/CLRC1/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/ARSLTest2.png” /][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.18.2″] Association for Rural and Small Libraries Conference Springfield, IL – September 2018 Thanks in part to CLRC, I was able to attend the…
CLRC Eastern Region Legislative Breakfast – December 7
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Webinar Viewing Party: Catching Up with Technology
Join us at the MidYork Library System’s Office for a webinar viewing party! Webinar Descripiton: Technology is constantly changing – so much so that it can be difficult to keep…
Applications are Open for Access & Digitization Grants (formerly RBDB Grants)
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.17.6″] We have renamed our RBDB Grants program! The program will henceforth be known as “Access & Digitization Grants.” This new name better reflects the purpose of…
Webinar: 15+ Free Technologies for Libraries with Ellyssa Kroski
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…
Wireless Router Grant Opportunity
The New York Library Association (NYLA) is administering an equipment grant program to distribute wireless routers to libraries in need of equipment. NYLA seeks to identify twenty-five (25) libraries across…
IMLS Grant for Small Libraries
The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is offering a new discretionary grant program for small and rural libraries – Accelerating Promising Practices for Small Libraries (APP). This is…
Monthly Update – December 2018
CLRC December Newsletter 2018 Monthly events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region
Call for Volunteers – Update Summer Reading Lists
Consider contributing to the Explore New York reading lists for the 2019 Summer Reading at New York Libraries. The slogan for all ages for 2019 is A Universe of Stories…
Webinar Viewing Party & Discussion: Working with Individuals Affected by Homelessness
Join us at the CLRC Offices for a Webinar Viewing Party followed by a discussion with a representative of the Housing & Homeless Coalition of Central New York! Webinar Description:…
Congratulations to CLRC's 2018 Library Award Recipients
And the winners are… Public Library of the Year Baldwinsville Public Library Academic Library of the Year Upstate Medical University, Health Sciences Library School Library of the Year Herkimer Elementary School…
Monthly Update – November 2018
CLRC November Newsletter 2018 Monthly events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region
SAVE THE DATES – 2018 CLRC Legislative Breakfasts
REGISTER HERE for MVCC Event REGISTER HERE for Pine Grove Middle School Event
State Museum, Library and Archives Celebrate New York History Month in November
The New York State Museum, State Library, and State Archives will celebrate New York State History Month in November with a variety of free public programs for children, families and…
Special Interest Group: Calling All Maker Enthusiasts!
Calling All Maker Enthusiasts! We are looking to bring together Maker enthuasiasts in Central New York to form a Special Interest Group (SIG). Come join us on Wednesday, November 28…
Webinar: Online Security – It's About More than Passwords
Webinar Description: Are you hesitant when it comes to passwords, logins, and security? Unsure how to handle that odd-looking email? Want to know more about why you received a suspicious…
Grant Opportunity for Adult English Language Learners
The American Library Association (ALA) and Dollar General Literacy Foundation invite public libraries to apply for grants to expand services for adult English language learners or adults in need of…
Workshops: We've Got the Numbers!
The Census Bureau will be providing two workshops at the CLRC office to help us learn more about how to use census data! Both workshops will be offered on Wednesday,…
CLRC Monthly Update – October 2018
CLRC October Newsletter 2018 Monthly events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Panel Discussion: Streaming at the Library!
Does your library subscribe to any streaming services? Do you love them? Do you hate them? Do you wish you had more to do with them? Join us for a…
Upstate New York SLA Happy Hour – Friday, October 5
Join fellow librarians Friday, October 5th for happy hour at Al’s Wine and Whiskey Lounge in downtown Syracuse (Armory Square neighborhood) from 4:30-7:00 pm. Appetizers will be provided, drinks are…
Grant to Recognize Youth Volunteers
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards is a nationwide program that honors young people in grades five to twelve who are volunteering in their communities. The program’s goals are to…
CLRC 2018 Annual Conference – Registration Now Open!
You’re invited to the Central New York Library Resource Council’s 2018 Annual Conference! This special event will begin with breakfast and a morning conference on Thursday, October 25 at Vernon Downs Hotel,…
LISSA presents Librarians’ Night Out!
The Syracuse University Library and Information Science Studenty Assembly (LISSA) invites you to… Librarians’ Night Out! Librarians’ Night Out is a networking opportunity for current LIS students, LIS alumni, and…
NYLA’s Latest Sustainability Newsletter
Check out the latest issue and learn about all the great things happening with libraries and their sustainability initiatives. https://www.nyla.org/max/4DCGI/cms/review.html?Action=CMS_Document&DocID=2338&MenuKey=nomenucms
Webinar Viewing Party: Putting the Quality in Qualitative: Tips for Evaluating Qualitative Research
Are you a health information professional with little or no knowledge of qualitative research? Then come to CLRC Office for a webinar viewing party! Webinar Description: Think qualitative research is…
Webinar Viewing Party: Building a Diverse and Inclusive YA Library Collection
Join us in person at the Mid York Library System’s Office for a webinar viewing party of NYLA’s webinar on building a diverse and inclusive young adult library collection! We’ll watch together…
Workshop: Gaming @ the Library!
Workshop Description: Gear up for ALA’s International Games Week (November 4-10) by coming to the Utica Public Library to learn about Gaming @ the Library! We’ll have an assortment of modern…
September is Library Card Sign Up Month
Disney Pixar’s superhero family, the Incredibles, are teaming up with the American Library Association (ALA) to promote the value of a library card. As honorary chairs, the Incredibles will remind…
Grant Support to Document African American History
The African American Civil Rights Grant Program provides support to document, interpret, and preserve sites and stories related to the African American struggle to gain equal rights as citizens in…
K-12 Environment Conservancy Grant Opportunity
Nature Works Everywhere Grants for K-12 Schools, an initiative of The Nature Conservancy, supports elementary and secondary school projects that implement green infrastructure to address local environmental challenges. The goal…
Workshop: Libraries & Confidentiality: Your Privacy is Our Business
Workshop Description: Society’s concept of privacy has changed in the Google and Facebook era. Libraries operated under a different standard, but why? And should libraries change their philosophy of maintaining…
Grant for Cultural Projects Engaging U.S. Muslims and Non-Muslims
The Building Bridges Grants Program, an initiative of the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations in the planning and implementation of projects that engage U.S.-based Muslim and non-Muslim populations…
CLRC’s August Update 2018
CLRC August Newsletter 2018 Monthly events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Webinar Viewing Party: Speak Up – Advocating for You and Your Library, Online Conference (9/12)
Join us in person at either the CLRC or Mid York offices for a webinar viewing party of Amigo Library Service’s 2018 online conference, Speak Up – Advocating for You and…
2018 New York Libraries Booth at the State Fair
Wednesday, August 22 through Monday, September 3 Libraries Booth – Science and Industry Building For the fifth year running, libraries from all around New York state, will show fair goers…
Webinar Viewing Party: 36 Adult Program Ideas in 90 Minutes (9/6)
Join us in person at the Onondaga Free Library for a webinar viewing party of the ALA’s webinar on adult programs! We’ll watch together while enjoying some light refreshments and then talk…
Webinar Viewing Party: Writing for Your Library Website (8/8)
Join us in person at CLRC for a webinar viewing party of the ALA’s webinar on writing for your library website! Webinar Description: Individuals visit our library websites for content,…
Librarians’ Night Out!: “Live Oaks & Dead Folks” at the Oakwood Cemetery (8/15)
CLRC invites you to join us for a very special Librarians’ Night out at the Oakwood Cemetery! We’ll let Sue Greenhagen take us on her “Live Oaks & Dead Folks”…
Grant Opportunity – Programs that Enhance Early Childhood
The Caplan Foundation for Early Childhood supports nonprofit organizations throughout the United States that offer programs that will significantly enhance the development, health, safety, education, or quality of life of…
NYLA Sustainability Newsletter
Check out the latest issue and learn about all the great things happening with libraries and their sustainability initiatives. https://www.nyla.org/max/4DCGI/cms/review.html?Action=CMS_Document&DocID=2529&MenuKey=SI
NYLA Conference – Early Bird Registration
NYLA 2018 Early Bird Registration is NOW OPEN! The conference offers over 12 hours of Continuing Education credit, various networking events, and access to the latest and greatest library products!…
The Library is Open – 2018 Academic Libraries Conference
Trends in higher education are introducing open learning, Open Educational Resources (OERs), educational commons, and other notions of openness in academic communities. To meet these needs, academic libraries are reimagining…
Broadband Education Grant
The Spectrum Digital Education Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations that educate community members on the benefits of broadband and how to use it to improve their lives. Applying organizations must…
Grant Opportunity for Youth Education and Development
Kars4Kids is a national Jewish nonprofit organization that is dedicated to helping children develop into productive members of communities throughout the United States. The Kars4Kids Small Grant Program provides support…
Jet Blue Giveaway Contest for Libraries
https://soarwithreading.com/book-with-us-2018/ Jet Blue airlines is recognizing the good work of local libraries and youth services. The top 4 cities in each region will have an equal shot at both $25,000…
Grant Opportunity for K-12 Field Trips
The Target Field Trip Grants program provides funds for K-12 field trips in order to give students throughout the country the opportunity to explore more of the world outside the…
Take a Free Webinar from WebJunction
For upcoming WebJunction webinars check the WebJunction Webinar Calendar and visit the WebJunction Course Catalog for additional learning opportunities. June 20 NCompass Live: Rising to the Challenge: Using the Aspen…
Nominations for CLRC 2018 Library Awards – June 30 Deadline
Nominations for our 2018 Library Awards will be accepted until Saturday, June 30. Award winners will receive recognition at CLRC’s annual membership meeting on October 25 at the Vernon Downs Hotel. The Library…
Applications Open for National Leadership and Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Grant Programs
The Institute of Museum and Library Services is now accepting FY 2019 proposals for National Leadership Grants for Libraries (NLG-L) and Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program (LB21). New this…
Apply for DHPSNY’s Free Planning & Assessment Services
The Documentary Heritage Program of New York State (DHPSNY) is accepting applications for this summer’s Planning & Assessment Services. Due date to apply is Friday, July 13th, 2018. DHPSNY offers…
Getting Started: Creating and Sustaining a Friends Group for Your Library
Bring your friends! Bring your soon-to-be friends! Wednesday, June 20 9:30 am to 12:00 pm Cazenovia Public Library Workshop Description: Learn the benefits of gathering community volunteers to support your…
Grant Opportunity – Youth Environmental Community Service Projects
The Captain Planet Foundation supports educational programs that enable youth to understand and appreciate our world by getting involved in hands-on projects to improve the environment. The Foundation provides ecoSolution…
Women’s Suffrage Online Exhibit Now Available on New York Heritage
Recognizing Women’s Right to Vote in New York State online exhibit charts the development and evolution of the Women’s Suffrage movement in New York State beginning with the Haudenosaunee influence…
Free Webinar – Disaster Planning and Community Resiliency at Your Library
Disaster Planning and Community Resiliency at Your Library Wednesday, June 20 11:00 am – 12:00 pm REGISTER HERE This webinar will provide you with guidance on how to prepare your…
Grant Promotes Youth and Scientific Education
The American Honda Foundation supports nonprofit organizations and educational institutions nationwide that address the areas of youth and scientific education. The Foundation’s primary funding priority is youth education, specifically in…
Upcoming NOVELNY Webinars
Gale has scheduled the following webinars for NOVELNY databases for June through August. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Monday, June 18…
NYS Summer Reading Resources – Bookmarks
The New York State Library is pleased to announce that the 2018 Explore New York and Libraries Rock! recreational reading lists and bookmarks for children, tweens, and teens are now…
NYLA Public Libraries Section Spring Conference – June 1
Registration still open. Breaking Down Barriers Canandaigua Inn on the Lake Friday, June 1 10:00 am – 5:00 pm This one day conference will discuss breaking down barriers of all…
New Books Added to CLRC Professional Collection
The CLRC professional collection has something for everyone. Check out these new additions… …
SUNY Chancellor Award for Excellence in Librarianship
Thumbs up to Jane Verostek, Associate Librarian at SUNY ESF’s Moon Library, on receiving the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Librarianship. She was nominated for her work in re-opening…
2018 Oakwood Cemetery Guided Walking Tours
The Historic Oakwood Cemetery Preservation Association in Syracuse offers guided walking tours throughout the summer. Here is the 2018 schedule*: Sunday, May 20 “Weeds & Seeds: the Flora of Oakwood”…
ESM Librarian Receives “Women Who Make America” Award
Congratulations to Minoa Elementary School Librarian Tina Nabinger, who recently received the 2018 Makers: Women Who Make America award from WCNY, honoring the achievements of Central New York women who…
ALA Hosting “Fight for School Libraries” Summit
ALA president Jim Neal will hold a Fight for School Libraries summit on May 23, 2018, at ALA headquarters in Chicago. Representatives from school, public, and academic libraries will be…
2018 NYS Teen Video Challenge Winners
The 2018 Summer Reading at New York Libraries Teen Video Challenge (TVC) winners have been announced! New York State’s TVC winner is Libraries Rock! from the Larchmont Public Library and…
CNY Regional Making & Innovation Conference – May 23
LeMoyne College – James Commons – Syracuse, NY Wednesday, May 23 9:00 am to 3:00 pm REGISTER HERE This free event will bring makers together from local organizations, higher education,…
New York State Cyber Security Conference – Albany
New York State Cyber Security Conference June 5-6, 2018 Empire State Plaza, Albany Interested in learning more about today’s cyber challenges and what you can do to protect your personal…
NYLA Leadership and Management Academy – June 6 to 8
The New York Library Association’s Library Leadership & Management Academy (L&MA) is an educational program for emerging leaders in the library profession. Participants will gain the skills and knowledge they…
Heather Turner, CLRC Professional Development Award Recipient, Talks About the New York Library Association Section of School Librarians Conference
New York Library Association Section of School Librarians Conference Huntington, NY – May 2018 Heather Turner, School Librarian at Fabius-Pompey Middle-High School, received a Professional Development Award from the Central…
School and Public Librarian Collaborative Event – May 22
School & Public Librarian Collaborative Event Tuesday, May 22 12:30 – 3:00 pm Community Library of DeWitt & Jamesville Spend the afternoon with your school librarian or public librarian counterpart…
Webinar: Net Neutrality Primer for Digital Inclusion Practitioners
Join NDIA and Public Knowledge for a webinar linking digital inclusion and net neutrality. Net Neutrality Primer for Digital Inclusion Practitioners Wednesday, May 2 1:00 pm The webinar will feature…
NNLM Webinar – Expanding and Strengthening Senior Programming
Grab and Go: Expanding and Strengthening Senior Programming Friday, April 27 3:00 – 4:00 pm This one hour webinar will introduce creative and fun ways to expand and strengthen programming…
NEH Cultural Heritage Grant Opportunity
The National Endowment for the Humanities Common Heritage Program seeks to preserve local heritage for future generations. The program supports both the digitization of cultural heritage materials and the organization…
Lowe’s Construction Grant Available
The Lowe’s Gives Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the communities where Lowe’s operates stores and distribution centers throughout the United States. The…
Family Literacy Grant Opportunity
The Wish You Well Foundation provides support to nonprofit organizations that promote family literacy in the U.S. The Foundation focuses on the development and expansion of new and existing literacy…
New York History Day Seeks Judges
New York History Day is looking for historians, educators, and others to judge student projects at this year’s contest, which takes place Monday, April 23. Each year, more than 450…
Bernie Margolis
New York State Librarian, Bernie Margolis, passed away on Saturday, April 14. Bernie’s funeral will be held on Wednesday, April 18th, 11 a.m. at Levine’s Memorial Chapel in Albany. Burial…
Mid-York Library Director Going to ARSL Conference
Christine Fleischer, Director of the Frank J. Basloe Library (Herkimer, NY), was awarded the National Library of Medicine’s (NLM) $500 scholarship to attend the 2018 Association for Rural & Small…
Library Juice Academy Courses Offered This Spring
CLRC offers a 20% discount to our members on Library Juice Academy courses. Details of upcoming courses are at http://libraryjuiceacademy.com/courses.php Most of the classes listed below are four weeks in…
Community Grant Opportunity for Teen Tech Programs
The Best Buy Community Grants Program provides support to community-based organizations that are located within 25 miles of a Best Buy facility. Grants focus on out-of-school time programs that create…
April 10 – National Library Workers’ Day Film Screening and Panel Discussion
Hamilton Public Library, the Upstate Institute, and Colgate University Libraries invite you to celebrate National Library Week with a special event: a free showing of the Frederick Wiseman documentary Ex…
Library of Congress Literacy Award
Applications for the Literacy Awards will be accepted from organizations that have made outstanding contributions to increasing literacy in the United States or abroad. You may apply on behalf of…
CLRC Announces Recipients of 2018 RBDB Grants
CLRC is happy to announce the recipients of 2018 member library RBDB grant funding: New Woodstock Free Library: $750 to digitize works of art by a local artist. Mid York Library…
Human Library Events in CNY
What is a Human Library? A Human Library is a way for people to reach out and connect with individuals in their community with whom they might not normally interact.…
Amanda Travis’ Recap of the Dynamic Planning Institute at PLA – CLRC Professional Development Grant Recipient
Dynamic Planning Institute @ PLA 2018 Conference, March 20, 2018 …
Deanna King, CLRC Professional Development Grant Recipient, Talks About the PLA Conference
Public Library Association Conference Philadelphia, PA – March 2018 Thanks to CLRC’s Professional Development Grant I was able to attend the Public Library Association (PLA) Conference in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This…
NYS Library Construction Aid Webinar Available
A webinar and the accompanying PowerPoint presentation on State Aid for Library Construction: What it is and How to Get Some is now available at: http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/construc/webcasts.htm#20180313 The webinar was originally…
Weekly Update – 3/29/2018
Weekly Update for March 29, 2018 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
New York Archives Conference (NYAC) – Grant Opportunity
The 2018 New York Archives Conference June 6 – 8th, 2018 University of Albany, SUNY The New York Archives Conference, John A. Woods, and Larry Naukam will offer multiple $125…
Free Comic Book Day Workshop
No word bubbles here…OCM BOCES SLS is hosting a workshop on Free Comic Book Day information and planning. Open to all librarians and teachers. Receive comic books to kick start…
Executive Picente Shows Support for Oneida County Libraries
Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente Jr has pledged $47,500 to increase the collection of eBooks and digital audio books, funding for the Summer Reading Program, and support for the Books…
Human Library Event in Liverpool – April 9
What is a Human Library? A Human Library is a way for people to reach out and connect with individuals in their community with whom they might not normally interact.…
Human Library Event at Beauchamp Branch Library – April 14
What is a Human Library? A Human Library is a way for people to reach out and connect with individuals in their community with whom they might not normally interact.…
NEH Preservation Assistance Grant Opportunity
The Preservation Assistance Grants program helps institutions such as libraries, museums, historical societies, archival repositories, cultural organizations, town and county records offices, and colleges and universities improve their ability to…
NYS Legislative – Library Aid Home Stretch
The NYS Legislature has released their “one house” budget proposals for this year’s budget and the bills include the single largest increase in funding to the Library Construction Aid Program…
The Great American Read – Public Library Opportunity
Public libraries may apply for grants to host public programs around the upcoming PBS series The Great American Read, an eight-part television and online series designed to spark a national…
Workshop: Space Planning for the 21st Century Library (5/2 at Dunham)
Join us on Wednesday, May 2 at the Dunham Public Library in Whitesboro for a workshop on library space planning. Lunch will be provided. Click here for more details and…
Thinking Outside: Linking the World of Books to Nature Through Environmental Programming (4/6 at Betts)
Join us Friday, April 6 at the Betts Branch Library for an environmental programming workshop with Nate Keefe and get a chance to win a set of three books by…
Weekly Update – 3/09/2018
Weekly Update for March 9, 2018 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Opioid Prevention Programs and Policies in Public Libraries
Guidance for Implementing Opioid Overdose Prevention Measures in Public Libraries and sample policies and procedures templates are available on the State Library website. To help combat the continuing rise in…
Awards Available for Young Leaders
The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes honors inspiring, public-spirited, highly diverse young people from all across the U.S. and Canada. Each year, the Barron Prize honors outstanding young leaders…
Call for Candidates – CLRC Nominating Committee 2018
Looking to get involved with your local library council? CLRC’s Board of Trustees is currently seeking individuals interested in joining the Nominating Committee. The three-person Nominating Committee is voted on…
SU’s Annual Brodsky Lecture focuses on “Conserving Cinema’s Legacy”
Film preservation specialist Deborah Stoiber to give annual Brodsky Lecture on March 22 in Bird Library. (http://libnews.syr.edu/film-preservation-specialist-deborah-stoiber-to-give-annual-brodsky-lecture-on-march-22-in-bird-library/) Deborah Stoiber, collection manager of the Moving Image Department at the George Eastman…
CNY Librarian Running for PLA Director-at-Large
Sue Considine, Executive Director of the Fayetteville Free Library is running for PLA Director-at-Large!! If you are a PLA member, please consider a vote for Sue during the upcoming ALA…
Attend PLA 2018 Virtually at MidYork
CLRC sponsors and MidYork Library System hosts PLA’s 2018 Virtual Conference! Join us in person one or both days to view the conference at MidYork (1600 Lincoln Ave, Utica NY). Registration is…
CLRC Library Advocates Go To Albany
Around sixty Central New York library staff and supporters converged on the State Legislative Office Building and Capitol in Albany to meet with regional Assemblymembers and Senators. Restored funding for…
NNLM Funding Available for Health Information Outreach
The National Network of Libraries of Medicine, Middle Atlantic Region (NNLM MAR), a federally-funded health outreach program, invites applications for projects beginning May 15, 2018 and ending April 30, 2019.…
CLRC Usage Statistics Special Interest Group: Upcoming Spring Events Open to All
The Central New York Library Resources Council (CLRC) Usage Statistics Interest Group is offering two spring 2018 events. All are welcome! Session 1: Wednesday, April 4 at CLRC: Using REDCap in…
New Lynda.com Classes: Ransomware Countermeasures, Bookkeeping Basics, Managing a Diverse Team & More
Check out some of the latest offerings from Lynda.com below. Access to these courses and the entire Lynda.com library is free through CLRC. Learning Ransomware Countermeasures by Lisa Bock Learn…
Syracuse University LISSA Conference: Day of FitS
Saturday, March 3 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come enjoy an early afternoon of networking, snacking, and leisurely learning among SU students, faculty and local professionals. This event is open to…
Weekly Update – 2/14/2018
Weekly Update for February 14, 2018 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
New York Historic Newspapers February Newsletter
Check out some oldie Valentine’s Day postings in the New York Historic Newspapers newsletter for February 2018.
Next Month – Library Construction Aid Webinar
After we advocate for library construction aid at the end of the month, let’s learn how to get the best bang for the buck. The New York State Division of…
Weekly Update – 2/06/2018
Weekly Update for February 6, 2018 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Send NYLA Your Library Horror Story
Governor Cuomo has cut $10 million from Library Capital Construction funding in his 2018-19 State budget. This means that $14M will need to be shared by ALL public library systems…
Real People. Real Dollars. Campaign 2018
Real People. Real Dollars is an effort to drive more library advocates to the NYLA Online Advocacy Center and increase awareness of Library Advocacy Day. Originally started by the Mid-Hudson…
NOVELNY Databases for 2018-2019
NOVELNY is an online virtual library connecting New Yorkers to 21st century information via libraries and library systems statewide. NOVELNY is an electronic resource access project that enables libraries across…
2018 Inductees into NYS Writers Hall of Fame
The Empire State Center for the Book hosts the NYS Writer’s Hall of Fame and six members have been inducted for 2018. Visit https://www.facebook.com/EmpireStateBook/ to view the announcement of the…
New CLRC Member Benefit: Webinars @ Your Library
Have at least 2 friends who want to watch a webinar with you? Open it up to other CLRC members and we’ll foot the bill! We’re pleased to announce this new member…
lynda.com – InDesign: Color
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Museums Empowered Grant Opportunity
The Museums Empowered: Professional Development Opportunities for Museum Staff program seeks to strengthen the ability of individual museums to serve the public. IMLS encourages applicants to invest in the professional…
CLRC Medical Circuit Librarian – Opioid Epidemic in the Chickasaw Nation
From the blog of Angela Thor, CLRC Medical Circuit Librarian… Since 1999, deaths due to drug overdoses have been on the rise. Libraries have become involved in the battle on…
Grant Opportunity for Digitizing Hidden Special Collections and Archives
Digitizing Hidden Special Collections and Archives, an initiative of the Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR), is intended to help digitize and provide access to non-digital collections of rare…
Call for Proposals: Syracuse University’s Day of FitS
Consider submitting a proposal for a poster, lightning talk or longer presentation for Syracuse University’s Library and Information Science Student Association (LISSA)’s Day of “Filling in the Spaces.” This year,…
Assembly Hearing on Library Funding Now Available
ADVOCACY NEWS Copies of written testimonies and the video recording of the January 10, 2018 Assembly Standing Committee on Libraries and Education Technology, public hearing on library funding, are available…
lynda.com – Instagram for Business
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
2018 Coretta Scott King Book Donation Grants
Deadline to apply is January 31. Underfunded libraries, schools and non-traditional organizations that provide educational services to children are invited to apply to receive one of three…
Two Hundred Years on the Erie Canal – Online Exhibit on Digital Public Library of America (DPLA)
The Online Exhibition: Two Hundred Years on the Erie Canal https://dp.la/exhibitions/exhibits/show/erie-canal This exhibition was curated by Heidi Ziemer of the Western NY Library Resources Council and Dan Ward, in partnership…
Introducing CLRC’s Enhanced Member Directory
CLRC’s member directory used to be a simple list of our dues-paying members. This didn’t do a great job of showing the hundreds (yes, hundreds!) of member and branch libraries…
lynda.com – How to Design and Deliver Training Programs
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Workshop: Library Budgeting & Finances
Library finances got you down? Need more money to run your library? The best place to start is understanding your budget and your role in its development and implementation. Cranky taxpayers,…
lynda.com – Advanced Google Analytics
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
2018 Teen Video Challenge
Help spread the word to the teens in your communities and encourage them to participate. The New York State Library is pleased and excited to announce the details for the…
Weekly Update – 1/8/18
Weekly Update for January 8, 2018 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
2018 Literacy Award Nominations – Empire State Center for the Book
With the generous support of the Library of Congress, the Empire State Center for the Book is again administering a state literacy award program. Libraries in New York are invited…
Public Librarian Certificate Applications and Renewals
New Applications All new applications for public librarian certification must be made through the portal at http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/cert/index.html. Instructions for mailing the application fee ($5) and providing an official transcript with…
Introducing CLRC’s New Initiatives Grant
CLRC is excited to announce our New Initiatives Grant, brand-new for 2018! Inspired by RRLC’s BreakThru Grant, the New Initiatives Grant seeks to help address a problem, challenge, or need…
Webinar Viewing Party: LibraryWorks’ New Marketing Technologies for Libraries (1/25 at Mid-York)
Join us at the Mid-York Library System for an in-person viewing of the LibraryWorks webinar “New Marketing Technologies for Libraries.” The webinar runs from 2 to 3 p.m.; optional half…
NYSED Funding Opportunity – Student Support and Academic Enrichment
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) has announced a funding opportunity for Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants. Visit NYSED’s Current Funding Opportunities webpage. Send questions relative to this…
lynda.com – QuickBooks Desktop: Tips and Tricks
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
lynda.com – Learning Aerial Photography with Drones
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 12/21/2017
Weekly Update for December 21, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
NYS Historic Newspapers – December Newsletter
The NYS Historic Newspapers project provides curated, free access to a wide range of newspapers chosen to reflect New York’s unique history. Read the December 2017 Newsletter. The project is…
Grant Opportunity – Learning Center Redesign
Steelcase Education: Active Learning Center Grant helps schools, colleges, and universities create inspiring learning environments through research and innovation in furniture, tools, and technology. The grant supports educators in 6-12…
lynda.com – Creating EPUBs from a Pages Document
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
CLRC Annual Legislative Breakfasts – Stories to Tell
On December 1, CLRC held its annual Legislative Breakfast at La Casita Cultural Center with over 50 people attending the event. Thank you to our regional legislators for attending and/or…
lynda.com – Acrobat DC: Creating Forms
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
New – NYS Ed Tech Innovators Newsletter
NYS Ed Tech Innovators newsletter has been created to share innovative educational technology programs, policies, and thinking with schools and districts statewide. Educators, administrators, and leaders across New York State…
Weekly Update – 12/06/2017
Weekly Update for December 6, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Computers in Libraries 2018 Registration Discount & Grant Opportunity
Attending CiL 2018? As a CLRC (and therefore ESLN) member, you’re eligible for a discount on registration! Visit the registration page here or go to the conference page and enter ESLN18 in the Priority Code…
lynda.com – Cybersecurity Awareness: Phishing and Whaling
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Eco Grant Opportunity for K-12
The Captain Planet Foundation supports educational programs that enable youth to understand and appreciate our world by getting involved in hands-on projects to improve the environment. The Foundation provides ecoSolution…
Sue Kowalski Appointed to NYS Regents Advisory Board
One of CLRC’s regional librarians, Sue Kowalski, was appointed to the New York State Board of Regents Advisory Council on Libraries. Sue is currently the school librarian at the Pine…
NYLA Needs Your Input on Teen Lock-In Article
Have you hosted a library lock-in for teens here in Central New York? The New York Library Association (NYLA) is developing an article featuring library teen lock-ins. They need your…
Weekly Update – 11/27/2017
Weekly Update for November 27, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
lynda.com – Learning MailChimp
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Support Net Neutrality – Sign the Petition
everylibrary is the National Political Action Committee for Libraries. They are dedicated to showing off the great things that libraries do across the country and to get more Americans engaged…
Position Paper Available from OCLC on Archives and Special Collections
Research and Learning Agenda for Archives, Special, and Distinctive Collections in Research Libraries by Chela Scott Weber This research and learning agenda represents the latest in a long line of…
lynda.com – Programming Foundations: Code Efficiency
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Workshop: Developing a Mascot: Giving Your Library a New Personality
Join us for an exciting presentation on how Henrietta Public Library uses their dinosaur mascot to keep library users engaged on social media and IRL. Leave with concrete ideas and…
Weekly Update – 11/16/2017
Weekly Update for November 16, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
lynda.com – Excel 2016: Avoiding Common Mistakes
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
HATS Library Trustee Webinars Available
Nine new mini webinars for Library Trustees are now available on the New York State Library’s website at: http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/trustees/webinars.htm. The curriculum includes modules to…
Weekly Update – 11/07/2017
Weekly Update for November 7, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Upcoming Legislative Breakfasts in Syracuse and Clinton
Want to thank your regional legislator for their support? Discuss how they can help your library in the coming year? CLRC’s Legislative Breakfast offers you a great opportunity to do…
Grant Opportunity for Health Information Outreach
The National Network of Libraries of Medicine, Middle Atlantic Region, is pleased to announce a new round of funding for health information outreach, health literacy initiatives, emergency preparedness partnerships…
lynda.com – Twitter Marketing: Organizing Chats
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
lynda.com – Learning Audacity
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Syracuse University Hosts “Innovating with Metadata” Webinar Viewing Party
CLRC sponsors and Syracuse University Libraries hosts Amigos Library Services‘ Online Conference “Innovating with Metadata” at Bird Library on Thursday, November 9. Attendees will gather in Room 606 at Bird to view the online…
Coulter Library’s Human Library 2017
On Wednesday, October 4, 2017, Onondaga Community College’s Coulter Library hosted its fourth Human Library event. This event provides a way for people to reach out and connect with individuals…
The New York State Museum will celebrate New York State History Month in November
Why not take a daycation in Albany this November? The New York State Museum will celebrate New York State History Month in November with a variety of…
Weekly Update – 10/25/2017
Weekly Update for October 25, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
CLRC’s 50th Anniversary Membership Meeting & Conference Recap
CLRC’s annual membership meeting and conference was held on Thursday, October 19. Over 75 people attended the events from all four of the Council’s counties (and beyond). The room was…
Call for Submissions: 2017 MARAC Finding Aid Awards
The Mid-Atlantic Regional Archives Conference’s Finding Aids Award Committee is now accepting nominations for the annual Finding Aid Award, given yearly to recognize outstanding achievement in the preparation of finding…
Workshop: Thinking Outside: Linking the World of Books to Nature Through Environmental Programming
Interested in exploring how your library can utilize books and other media to help connect your patrons to the natural world? Join us for a nature programming workshop next Thursday,…
lynda.com – Learning Graphic Design History
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Funds Available for Museums
The Museums for America program from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, supports projects that strengthen the ability of individual museums to serve the public. The application deadline is…
lynda.com – WordPress: Plugin Development
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
CLRC’s Angela Thor Receives Recognition
Medical Circuit Librarian, Angela Thor, received the C.A.R.E. award from Rome Memorial Hospital. Her nomination states that she “is willing to go above and beyond to help the employees of…
Weekly Update – 10/12/2017
Weekly Update for October 12, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
lynda.com – Assessing and Improving Strategic Plans
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Librarians’ Night Out – October 20
The Library and Information Science Student Association (LISSA) at Syracuse University’s iSchool cordially invites you to attend Librarians’ Night Out, a networking opportunity for current LIS students, LIS alumni, and…
STEM Grant Opportunity
The National Science Foundation Advancing Informal STEM Learning Program supports new approaches to and evidence-based understanding of the design and development of STEM learning opportunities for the public in informal…
Weekly Update – 9/27/2017
Weekly Update for September 27, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
lynda.com – Train the Trainer
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Ready to Read Training Materials Available Online
The free-to-download, easily customizable Training Took Kits for the New York State Library’s Ready to Read at New York Libraries: Early Childhood Public Library Staff Development Program are now available…
CLRC 2017 Library Awards Winners Announced
The Central New York Library Resources Council is happy to announce our 2017 Library Award Winners in the categories of Library of the Year and Library Staff All-Star! Library of…
Syracuse University’s iSchool Seeks Catalogers for Study
Syracuse University’s School of Information Studies is currently seeking catalogers who perform cataloging of library materials as 50% or more of their work responsibilities to participate in a research study.…
Weekly Update – 9/20/2017
Weekly Update for September 20, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
lynda.com – Learning Python for Data Science
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Noreen Reale Falcone Library – Interim Director Named
Inga H. Barnello was named interim director of the Noreen Reale Falcone Library, Le Moyne College, following the retirement of Robert C. Johnston who was director for 10 years. The…
lynda.com – Manage Your Personal Investments
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Prudential Spirit of Community Awards for Volunteering Youth
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards is a nationwide program that honors young people in grades five to twelve who are volunteering in their communities. The program’s goals are to…
lynda.com – Camtasia 9: Creating Instructional Videos
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Registration Now Open for CLRC’s Annual Conference
Registration is now open for our 50th anniversary membership meeting and annual conference! We’re excited to announce that our keynote speaker is 2017 Library Journal Mover & Shaker Linda Hofschire.…
lynda.com – Marketing on Pinterest
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Grant Opportunity – Public Engagement with Historical Records
The Public Engagement with Historical Records program supports projects that encourage public engagement with historical records, including the development of new tools that enable people to engage online. The application…
Workshop: Get Noticed: Creating Social Media Messages That Connect
Join us on Friday, September 22 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the CLRC Offices for a workshop with Adrienne Furness on how to create social media messages that connect…
lynda.com – Going Paperless Start to Finish
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Webinar Viewing Party: Amigos Online Privacy & Security Conference
Join us at the CLRC Offices on Thursday, September 21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (or just for a session or two) as we host a viewing party for…
Weekly Update – 8/16/2017
Weekly Update for August 16, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
lynda.com – Migrating from Windows 10 to Mac
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
African American Civil Rights Grant Available
The National Park Service – African American Civil Rights Grant Program provides support to document, interpret, and preserve sites and stories related to the African American struggle to gain equal…
Library Trustee Survey – Deadline August 18
CLRC libraries’ trustees… State Librarian Bernard A. Margolis requests that library trustees please complete the following online survey: https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/3693211/Library-Trustee-Survey Library Journal is surveying library trustees to benchmark basic board demographics…
Building Bridges Grant Opportunity
The Doris Duke Charitable Foundation Building Bridges Grants Program supports nonprofit organizations in the planning and implementation of projects that engage U.S.-based Muslim and non-Muslim populations in arts- and culture-based…
New York State Program for the Conservation and Preservation of Library Research Materials Discretionary Grant Opportunity
The New York State Discretionary Grant Program for the Conservation and Preservation of Library Research Materials purpose is to encourage the proper care and accessibility of research materials in the…
Online Emergency Preparedness Course Offered By Preserve This
Register Here: http://preservethis.org/p/eprep Course Description: Libraries, archives, and museums must be prepared to protect staff, users, collections, and facilities in the event of emergencies ranging from minor crises to community-wide…
lynda.com – Gamification for Interactive Learning
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
OCC’s Coulter Library Post-Renovation Open House
The library at Onondaga Community College recently underwent an extensive renovation. Stop by during the open house to see all the new library features and services available in the newly…
You’re Invited: CLRC Open House & New Director Welcome Reception
Join us on Friday, September 15 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. for an open house at our new location in Towpath Commons and a welcome reception for our new director,…
Weekly Update – 8/01/2017
Weekly Update for August 1, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Media Literacy @ Your Library Program Opportunity
Apply Now: Media Literacy @ Your Library The American Library Association (ALA), in collaboration with the Center for News Literacy at Stony Brook University, invites public libraries to apply for…
lynda.com – Apple Watch Tips and Tricks
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
CLRC Announces New Executive Director
The Central New York Library Resources Council (CLRC) is pleased to announce that Marc Wildman will be the new Executive Director of CLRC. Marc comes to CLRC with many years…
lynda.com – Survey Monkey Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 7/19/2017
Weekly Update for July 19, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Here They Come – Jeremy & Jack’s Excellent Library Adventure 2017
Jeremy & Jack’s Excellent Library Adventure 2017! NYLA Executive Director, Jeremy Johannesen and his son, Jack, will be on the road again this summer, touring NYS libraries in their classic…
lynda.com – Learning Squarespace
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
CLRC Annual Membership Meeting – SAVE THE DATE
The Council is turning We hope you’ll join us for an anniversary celebration – Thursday, October 19 Mark your calendars for an afternoon conference held at the Baldwinsville…
Call for CLRC Lightning Talk & Poster Session Proposals
Our 50th Anniversary Membership Meeting & Conference is coming up this fall and we need YOU to be a part of it! Did you put on a program recently that…
Internet-Wide Day of Action to Save Net Neutrality
Today, July 12, is the Day of Action to Save Net Neutrality. Join the ALA and hundreds of other organizations as we tell the FCC why we’re battling for the…
Weekly Update – 7/11/2017
Weekly Update for July 11, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Don’t Miss – Stories from the “Comic Boys”
OCPL Librarian, Dragana Drobnjak, wrote: “Working through May and June, I taught the boys how to write stories following journalistic methods and then illustrate them in comic book style. The…
Finger Lakes Maker Fest – July 15
Just down the road in Canandaigua… Create, get ideas, have fun!
lynda.com – Learning WebEx Meetings
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Grant Opportunity – Internet Education
The Spectrum Digital Education Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations that educate community members on the benefits of broadband and how to use the Internet to make their lives better. Applying…
Early Childhood Programs Grant Opportunity
The Caplan Foundation for Early Childhood supports nonprofit organizations throughout the United States that offer programs that will significantly enhance the development, health, safety, education, or quality of life of…
lynda.com – Learning Metadata for Book Publishing
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
New York Historic Newspapers – Summer Newsletter
Our 7 Millionth Page is… READ MORE ABOUT THIS FEATURED NEWSPAPER RECENTLY ADDED TITLES Union College – The Concordiensis Ravena News Jamestown Daily Journal Jamestown Evening Journal The Evening Journal…
lynda.com – Composting a Cell Phone in After Effects
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
SAVE THE DATE – CLRC Annual Membership Meeting
The Council is turning We hope you’ll join us for an anniversary celebration – Thursday, October 19 Mark your calendars for an afternoon conference held at the Baldwinsville…
Weekly Update – 6/23/2017
Weekly Update for June 23, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Public Libraries Section of NYLA – Awards and Scholarship – Applications Due Next Friday
The Public Libraries Section (PLS) is currently taking applications for NYLA Conference Scholarships, Building Awards, and the L. Marion Moshier/Asa Wynkoop Award for Distinguished Librarianship. Application deadline for all…
Grant Opportunity – Public Humanities Project
National Endowment for the Humanities Public Humanities Projects program supports efforts to bring the ideas and insights of the humanities to life for general audiences. Projects may relate to disciplines…
View ALA Session on Cyber Security at CLRC
Come to the new CLRC office on Thursday, July 6 to view the ALA webinar Cyber Security and Privacy: Protecting Yourself and Your Users. This event is FREE to attend,…
lynda.com – Problem Solving Techniques
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center Librarian Honored
Halyna Liszczynskyj, director of Library Services at the St. Elizabeth Medical Center received two awards at the 2017 Medical Library Association (MLA) annual conference in Seattle, Washington. Halyna co-authored a…
Conference Takeaways: Computers in Libraries (CIL) 2017
Conference: The 32nd annual Computers in Libraries (CIL) conference, “Upping Our Game: Taking Libraries to New Heights with Technology” in Arlington, VA Attendee: Jen Bort, Research & Development Librarian, Central NY…
Construction Aid Granted to CLRC Region Libraries
The State Education Department has awarded $19 million in state aid to 216 public libraries statewide for construction and renovation projects, 27 are in the CLRC region. “Investing in public…
lynda.com – Excel 2016: Cleaning Up Your Data
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
lynda.com – Improving Your Focus
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 5/26/2017
Weekly Update for May 26, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
STEAM Exhibit at the New York State Fair
Calling libraries to show off their STEAM… The 2017 Great New York State Fair will feature a new exhibit highlighting exciting careers in several technical trades where the need for…
Grant Opportunity for STEM
The American Honda Foundation supports nonprofit organizations and educational institutions nationwide that address the areas of youth and scientific education. The Foundation’s primary funding priority is youth education, specifically in…
Oz Open House at Matilda Joslyn Gage Museum
FREE open house for Oz fans at the Matilda Joslyn Gage Home. Friday, 6/2: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Saturday, 6/3: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Sunday, 6/4: 10:00 am…
lynda.com – Green Screen Technique for Video and Photography
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
CLRC Announces Recipients of 2017 RBDB Grants
CLRC is happy to announce the recipients of 2017 member library RBDB grant funding: Little Falls Public Library: $500 to digitize copies of The Sphinx, a periodical published by the Little Falls…
lynda.com – Learning WhatsApp
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
CLRC Seeking Venues for Erie Canal Exhibit
Would your library like to host a small exhibit commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Erie Canal? The ESLN library councils are working on an Erie Canal showcase which will…
Library Trustees Curriculum – HATS
The Library Trustees Association of New York State (LTA), the New York Library Association (NYLA) and the Public Library Systems Directors Organization of New York State (PULISDO) have all unanimously…
Updated New York Heritage Digital Collections Website Unveiled
The redesigned New York Heritage Digital Collections website is now available as a public beta. While the website has undergone a noticeable aesthetic facelift, we have also made fundamental changes…
DHPSNY Workshop Series – June 7 in Utica
Registration is open for our June workshop series, Disaster Response and Recovery: A Hands-on Intensive. We look forward to presenting this interactive workshop in five locations throughout the State. DHPSNY’s…
Weekly Update – 5/10/2017
Weekly Update for May 10, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
SUNYLA Registration Now Open
There is no time like the present to celebrate libraries as institutions supporting inquiry and access to information while exploring opportunities for inclusivity in our research and practice. The SUNYLA…
Call for Nominations: 2017 CLRC Library Awards
Nominations are now open for CLRC’s 2017 Library of the Year Awards (in four categories) and Library Staff All-Star Awards (also in four categories), to be presented at our Annual Meeting…
NYLA Leadership and Management Academy Scholarship Opportunity
The Library & Leadership Management Section (LAMS) of the New York Library Association is seeking candidates for a scholarship to attend NYLA’s Leadership & Management Academy 2017. NYLA’s Leadership &…
Three Apples Kid Choice Book Awards Winners Announced
The New York Library Association (NYLA) has announced the Three Apples Book Award winners for 2017. The nominated titles are generated by kids, for kids in three separate categories: Young…
lynda.com – Skype for Business Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
May Webinars Offered from WebJunction
Check out the Free Training page to view programs and abstracts. Titles of May Programs: ADVOCACY May 17: Expanding Your Reference Reach Through Marketing (OCLC) May 17: Beyond Information Literacy:…
Public Hearing on ESSA Held in Syracuse
The New York State Education Department is seeking continuing stakeholder and public input as it develops the state Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) plan. To facilitate this, thirteen public hearings…
NYS Library Seeks Regents Advisory Council Nominations
The New York State Library is seeking recommendations for membership on the New York State Regents Advisory Council on Libraries. The Regents Advisory Council on Libraries advises the New York…
Digitization Grant Opportunity
The Digital Humanities Advancement Grants (DHAG) supports digital methods or techniques that contribute to the humanities, scholarship about digital culture, and efforts to revitalize or recover existing digital projects Deadline…
lynda.com – Scrum: The Basics
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 4/26/2017
Weekly Update for April 26, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
lynda.com – Google Cloud Platform Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
lynda.com – 360 Video Workflow
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 4/14/2017
Weekly Update for April 14, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Free Training in April from WebJunction
View the OCLC WebJunction training page HERE. ADVOCACY Apr. 25: Build Your Political Literacy Skills for Advocacy (WebJunction) Apr. 26: Lights, Camera, Advocacy to Action: Digital Storytelling for Libraries (TechSoup)…
lynda.com – OneNote Class Notebook for Educators
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Conference Takeaways: Association of College & Research Libraries (ACRL) 2017
Jocelyn Ireland, Instructional Design Librarian at Mohawk Valley Community College, received a Professional Development Award from the Central New York Library Resources Council (CLRC) to attend this year’s Association of College &…
We’re Moving! CLRC Office to Relocate
After about 15 years in our current office on Ridings Road, CLRC is moving to a new location just a few miles away near Widewaters and Shoppingtown Mall in East…
Weekly Update – 4/07/2017
Weekly Update for April 7, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Professional Development Grant – NYAC Conference
The 2017 New York Archives Conference will be held June 7 – 9th, 2017 at Utica College, in Utica, NY. Multiple $125 professional development grants are being offered by the…
NEH Humanities Grant Opportunity
The Humanities Access Grants program supports capacity building for humanities programs that benefit children, families, and young adults. Support is provided for programs at public libraries, museums, historical societies, colleges…
CLRC’s Board of Trustees Seeks Nominating Committee Candidates
Looking to get involved with your local library council? CLRC’s Board of Trustees is currently seeking individuals who are willing to run for three open positions on the Nominating Committee.…
You’re Invited: Librarians’ Night Out
Come for the networking opportunity, stay for the refreshments. Syracuse University’s Library & Information Science Student Assembly invites you to attend Librarians’ Night Out on Friday, April 14th, from 5:30…
lynda.com – Prezi Business Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 3/29/2017
Weekly Update for March 29, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
OCLC Report on LAMS Collaboration
Collective Wisdom: An Exploration of Library, Archives and Museum Cultures was written by the participants in the Library, Archives and Museum Conference Exchange project, in which 18 librarians, archivists and…
lynda.com – iTunes U for Course Management
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Library Planning, Marketing & Assessment Poster Session
Each spring, graduate students in the Syracuse University iSchool’s Library Planning, Marketing & Assessment (IST 613) class, develop plans for new (or revised) library services. This year eight teams are…
Preservation Assistance Grant for Smaller Institutions
The Preservation Assistance Grants for Smaller Institutions program helps small and mid-sized institutions (such as libraries, museums, historical societies, cultural organizations, and town and county records offices) improve their ability…
New York State Historic Newspapers Newsletter
The NYS Historic Newspapers project provides curated, free access to a wide range of newspapers chosen to reflect New York’s unique history. Read the Spring 2017 Newsletter. The project is…
CLRC Hiring a Digitization Intern (Summer 2017)
Paid Digitization Internship (Summer 2017) $15/Hour — 150 Hours Total Central New York Library Resources Council is seeking an intern for Summer 2017 to take on multiple digitization projects that…
SU iSchool Offers New Masters Program
The School of Information Studies (iSchool) at Syracuse University announced a new master’s degree program in Enterprise Data Systems (EDS), which will offer how data and infrastructure work in an…
Encyclopedia Britannica Being Added to NOVELNY
The New York State Library is adding Encyclopedia Britannica to the New York Online Virtual Electronic Library (NOVELNY) offerings as of July 1, 2017. The Encyclopedia Britannica e-resources that will…
Human Library Events
During the month of April, the following Human Library events are happening in the CNY region (some during National Library Week)! How does a “Human Library” work, you ask? Community volunteers…
Libraries, Community, and Historic Preservation – Lunchtime Talk at MWPAI
Illustrated Talk: More Than Books: Libraries, Community, and Historic Preservation Friday, March 24 12:00 p.m. Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute, Museum of Art Free and open to the public As a museum…
lynda.com – Shane Snow on Storytelling
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Plan a Trip to Washington – National Library Legislative Day – May 1 and 2
Look how much fun it was last year! Registration for National Library Legislative Day (NLLD) is now open. For information about the schedule of events click here. With the changes…
Weekly Update – 3/16/2017
Weekly Update for March 16, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
A Cake and a Survival Kit = A Grand Farewell
Last Thursday, CLRC Board members held a farewell get-together for Debby Emerson and Déirdre Joyce, both are leaving the Council to take new positions. Debby is now the Director at…
Local Libraries Receive Distinguished Citizens Award
Fayetteville Free Library, Manlius Library and Minoa Free Library recently took home Business of the Year awards presented by the Greater Manlius Chamber of Commerce at their Distinguished Citizens of…
lynda.com – Creating Photo Books with iPhoto
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Deirdre Joyce accepts new position at Syracuse University
Déirdre Joyce, Assistant Director at the Central NY Library Resources Council (CLRC), will be leaving the Council at the end of the month. Déirdre has worked for the CLRC for…
Weekly Update – 3/07/2017
Weekly Update for March 7, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
CLRC Participates in Library Advocacy Day in Albany
Public, academic, school and special library supporters traveled on the CLRC bus or drove to the state Capitol, to rally for increased library aid and to oppose Governor Cuomo’s proposed…
NNLM MAR Funding Opportunities
The National Network of Libraries of Medicine, Middle Atlantic Region, invites applications for projects beginning May 14, 2017 and ending April 30, 2018. Five award types are available for outreach…
Systematic Review Workshops in Syracuse & NYC
CLRC & METRO, with support from NN/LM MAR and in partnership with The Taubman Health Sciences Library at the University of Michigan are pleased to announce that the application deadline…
lynda.com – Transition from Manager to Leader
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
IMLS Grant Opportunity – Libraries/Museums as Assets
The Activating Community Opportunities Using Museums/Libraries as Assets program supports projects that will help libraries, archives, and museums and their communities learn together how to build upon their unique abilities…
Home Depot Foundation: Community Impact Grants
The Home Depot Foundation Community Impact Grants Program provides support to nonprofit organizations and public service agencies in the U.S. that are using the power of volunteers to improve the…
March Webinars from WebJunction
Titles of March WebJunction free webinars. Visit the training page for more details. ADVOCACY Mar. 2: Collaboration for ECE Program Success: How Community Collaboration Can Help Your Program Grow…
lynda.com – Introduction to Graphic Design
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Jen Bort Joins CLRC – Welcome!
CLRC is pleased to welcome Jen Bort to the position of Research & Development Librarian. Jen has a background in communications/journalism and has held writing and editorial positions in Rochester…
Weekly Update – 2/23/2017
Weekly Update for February 23, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
SMILE Hosts Maker Movement Technology Learning Day
The STEAM & Making in Informal Learning Environments (SMILE) Community of Practice presents: Maker Movement Technology Learning Day When: March 6, 2017 from 10 AM – 3:30 PM Where: Fayetteville…
ESLN Webinar – Sustainable Thinking for the Future of Libraries
Learn from your desk! Webinar: Sustainable Thinking for the Future of Libraries Monday, March 13 10:00 to 11:30 am https://www.esln.org/events/webinar-sustainable-thinking-for-the-future-of-libraries/ Libraries must take an active, visible role in building sustainable…
Free WebJunction Webinar – Visualizing (and Finding!) Funding for Libraries
With Governor Cuomo’s budget proposal (and 4% cuts) to libraries, who couldn’t use some help finding funding? Visualizing (and Finding) Funding for Libraries Tuesday, February 28 3:00 to 4:00 pm…
DHPSNY Hosts Spring Workshop in Syracuse
The Documentary Heritage & Preservation Services for New York (DHPSNY) is presenting a workshop in the CLRC region. Essential Policies and Procedures for Cultural Institutions Thursday, March 23 The Erie…
Advocacy Day – March 1
Now’s the time to speak up for libraries! REGISTER HERE. RESERVE YOUR BUS SEAT. CLRC has scheduled appointments with regional Assemblymembers and Senators on March 1 in Albany. Hop on…
lynda.com – Advanced Grammar
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 2/17/2017
Weekly Update for February 17, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Debby Emerson Is Leaving CLRC
After six years at the Central New York Library Resources Council, Debby Emerson has announced that she has accepted a position as the Director of the Wadsworth Library in Geneseo,…
Save the Date – ACRL Roadshow in Syracuse
Building your Research Data Management Toolkit: Integrating RDM into Your Liaison Work For more information, please see the Roadshow’s page here http://www.ala.org/acrl/rdmroadshow For questions please contact Trevor Riley riley@alfred.edu, Jessica…
EBSCO Solar Grant Opportunity
EBSCO will fund two $100,000 EBSCO Solar grants to libraries looking to transition to solar power. The Austin Community College District’s Highland Learning Center (HLC) Campus Library in Austin, Texas…
lynda.com – Personal Branding on Social Media
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Unconference at Syracuse University – March 10
Back by popular demand! Register for the second Syracuse University Libraries’ Unconference, Libraries as Brave Spaces: Supporting Our Communities with Credible Information, Services, and Spaces for All! Friday, March 10…
NYLA YSS Spring Conference
CLRC’s very own Mover and Shaker, Sue Kowalski, will be the morning Keynote, speaking on library advocacy. You won’t want to miss this great conference for youth services librarians.
NY Heritage Digital Collections – February Newsletter
This month, New York Heritage Digital Collections proudly spotlights digital selections from the Archaki Cartoons at the University at Buffalo, Polish Room Digital Collections. Take a look at these and…
Weekly Update – 2/07/2017
Weekly Update for February 7, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
New England Regional Genealogical Conference
NERGC 2017: Using the Tools of Today & Tomorrow to Understand the Past The 14th New England Regional Genealogical Conference April 26-29, 2017 Mass Mutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts Kenyatta…
Next Week – NYLA Holds Online Town Hall Meeting
Before you get on the bus to Albany, attend a “town hall” meeting. Thursday, February 16, 2017 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM This online forum will provide up-to-minute information on…
lynda.com – Microsoft SQL Server 2016 Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Funds Available from Dollar General for Literacy Programs
The Dollar General Literacy Foundation supports nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and libraries that offer literacy programs in communities served by Dollar General in 43 states. The Foundation provides support through…
Digitizing Hidden Special Collections and Archives – Grant Opportunity
The Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR): Digitizing Hidden Special Collections and Archives is an initiative intended to help digitize and provide access to non-digital collections of rare or unique…
NYS Teen Video Challenge – Build a Better World
The Teen Video Challenge (TVC) for 2017 is underway. The New York State Library is looking for creative teens to submit entries, through their local public library, to promote Summer…
Free WebJunction Webinars for February
For upcoming WebJunction webinars check the WebJunction Events Calendar and visit the WebJunction Course Catalog for additional learning opportunities. Titles of February Programs: ADVOCACY Feb. 8: Brand Architecture: Rethinking How…
NASA @ My Library – Program Grant Opportunity
Public libraries are invited to apply for NASA@ My Library, a STEM education initiative that will increase and enhance STEM learning opportunities for library patrons throughout the nation, including geographic…
Sustainability Spotlight – Valleyview Elementary School
Students at Valleyview Elementary School Library in Oneonta Celebrate Arbor Day with Tree Planting On Arbor Day in 2015, Valleyview Elementary School’s second grade library classes gathered outside on a…
Free NEH Preservation Grant Webinar
Thinking about applying for a Preservation Assistance Grant to fund consulting, training, equipment, supplies, or other activities related to preservation at your institution? Join LYRASIS for a FREE webinar on…
lynda.com – How to Make Accessible Learning
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Call for Proposals – ARSL Conference
The Association for Rural & Small Libraries is seeking proposals for their 2017 Conference! Libraries Elevated September 6-9, 2017 St. George, Utah Do you know of a great program or…
Take Your Child to the Library Day – February 4
https://www.nyla.org/max/4DCGI/cms/review.html?Action=CMS_Document&DocID=1221&MenuKey=advocacy Many CNY libraries will be celebrating with special events next week. TYCttLD is held on the first Saturday in February and offers the opportunity to highlight your programs and show…
Jan Fleckenstein Named Director of Syracuse University Law Library
We received the following announcement from Tom French. Please join us in congratulating Jan Fleckenstein! I am delighted to announce that Jan Fleckenstein has been named to succeed me as…
lynda.com – GoToMeeting Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 1/19/2017
Weekly Update for January 19, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
New York State Archives Invites Students to Enter Student Research Awards Contest
The New York State Archives invites students to enter the 27th Annual Student Research Awards Contest. The contest is open to all New York State students in grades 4 –…
SMILE Virtual Forum on STEAM and Making
The Community of Practice of the STEAM & Making in Informal Learning Environments (SMILE) will be hosting a free Virtual Forum on January 31st at 2:00 PM. SMILE formed in…
CNY Reads One Book – Upcoming Book Discussions
CNY Reads One Book is the largest “one book, one community” reads program in New York State. Every year, from January – March, CNY Reads One Book promotes reading, research,…
CLRC Rotating Internship Review
The following is a report from CLRC’s Fall intern Nicole Potter. We’re extremely grateful to Nicole for all of the work she’s done, and to our three members who hosted her!…
NNLM MAR Offers Professional Development Award for Data Science and Visualization Institute
NNLM MAR is offering two special professional development awards to support the $2,500 registration fee for: Data Science and Visualization Institute for Librarians April 24-28, 2017 James B. Hunt Jr.…
Usage Stats SIG Slides Now Available
Last week brought an excellent turnout, both in-person and online, to our Usage Statistics Special Interest Group Presentation, “You’ve Got the Data, Now Visualize It.” To see Nancy Turner’s presentation…
lynda.com – Digital Citizenship
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 1/13/2017
Weekly Update for January 13, 2017 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
CLRC Office Closed for MLK Observance
The CLRC office will be closed on Monday, January 16 in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. We will re-open at 8:30 am on Tuesday. The Meaning…
Bus to Advocacy Day in Albany – March 1
Hop on the bus, Gus. CLRC is chartering a bus to take library supporters and friends to Albany for the New York Library Association’s (NYLA) Library Advocacy Day. Download the…
NYLA’s 2017 Legislative and Budgetary Priorities
On March 1, the New York Library Association (NYLA) will once again host Advocacy Day in Albany. This is your opportunity to meet with regional legislative representatives to discuss the…
Sustainability Spotlight: Many NY State College Presidents Sign Climate Change Letter
SUNY New Paltz President is signatory on climate change letter from Higher Education leaders Submitted by Megan Coder. SUNY New Paltz President Donald P. Christian, along with several other NY…
NYLA Sustainability Initiative Newsletter – Sign Up Today
The NYLA Sustainability Initiative will be publishing a monthly e-newsletter with updates on upcoming training opportunities, tools like the Road Map to Sustainability and the soon-to-be-released Benchmarks, links to the…
NNLM MAR Offers Online Course on Multilingual and Multicultural Health Info
The National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NNLM), Middle Atlantic Region (MAR) invites you to this three week self-paced, asynchronous introduction to cultural competency, the unique health information needs of…
lynda.com – Up and Running With Online Social Video
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
lynda.com – Overcoming Procrastination
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
lynda.com – Beginning Acoustic Guitar
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
CLRC Closed for the Holidays
The CLRC office will be closed on Friday, December 23 and will remain so until January 2. We will reopen on Tuesday, January 3 at 8:30 am. Staff will be…
Weekly Update – 12/21/2016
Weekly Update for December 21, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Library Advocacy Events Coming in 2017
March 1 – NYLA Advocacy Day in Albany The New York Library Association is the voice of the library community advocating at the state and local level for funding support…
CLRC Offers Discounted Registration for Computers in Libraries
Once again, CLRC is happy to offer discounted registration to the Computers in Libraries conference, which takes place March 28-30, 2017 in Arlington, VA. NEW PASS TYPE This year there is…
Sustainability Spotlight – Liverpool Public Library
Habitat Gardening in Central New York & Liverpool Public Library: Partners in Sustainability One of the most effective steps a library can take towards sustainability is creating relevant partnerships with…
Save the Date(s): Spring 2017 DHPSNY Webinars
The Documentary Heritage and Preservation Services of New York has lined up a series of presentations designed specifically with the needs of small to medium-sized collecting institutions in mind. Learn…
Assembly Hearing on Library Funding Testimony
On Tuesday, December 13, 2016, the Assembly Standing Committee on Libraries and Education Technology held a five-hour public hearing in Albany. The primary intent of the hearing was for Committee…
lynda.com – Foundations of Programming: Code Efficiency
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Matthew Kopel Joins NDIA as Program Manager
Please join CLRC in congratulating Matthew Kopel as he moves on to a new position with the National Digital Inclusion Alliance. Please see the following announcement from NDIA: Announcing…
CLRC Legislative Breakfast in Syracuse
Onondaga County Public Library’s Central Library was host to CLRC’s Legislative Breakfast on Friday, December 9. The meeting room, with it’s floor to ceiling windows overlooking downtown, was the perfect…
CLRC Legislative Breakfast in Utica
CLRC’s eastern regional legislators, library staff and supporters came out to the Munson-Williams-Proctor Art Institute and PrattMWP library on Friday, December 2…
New York State Library Offers E-Rate Training
The State Library and E-Rate Central will offer an E-Rate training webinar on Thursday, Dec 15, 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. Win Himsworth and Caroline Wolf of E-Rate Central will…
lynda.com – How to Handle An Unruly Audience
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
After-School, Out-of-School Program Grant Opportunity
The National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Awards, sponsored by the President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities, recognize excellence in after-school and out-of-school arts and humanities programs for…
lynda.com – The Art of Video Interviews
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
RBDB Grant Information Webinars
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lynda.com – Camtasia 3 for Mac Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
LLAMA Webinar on Creating Sustainable Libraries and Programs
Library communities and stakeholders are increasingly placing a high value on the ecological sustainability of their facilities and programs. For library directors and managers, the question often is, “Where do…
Sustainability Spotlight: Book Angels Alight in Rochester
Three years ago the Rochester Public Library focused on the problem of literacy in the Rochester City School District. Only 5% of students were considered “proficient” based on the Grades…
lynda.com – R for Excel Users
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Call for Proposals: MARAC Fall 2017 in Buffalo, NY
***Note to CLRC members: This announcement is posted on behalf of the Mid Atlantic Regional Archives Conference (MARAC) The Mid Atlantic Regional Archives Conference Fall meeting will be held in…
Weekly Update – 11/16/2016
Weekly Update for November 16, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
NYS K-12 Kids Safe Online Poster Contest
A class project? Get out the colored pencils, markers and paint. The New York State Office of Information Technology Services’ Enterprise Information Security Office is hosting the annual NYS K-12…
Name the New OCLC Resource-Sharing Product
On the heels of the CLRC/SCRLC Exploring Resource Sharing Partnerships conference… Names are important. And naming things can be a lot of fun. Names conjure up feelings and emotions and…
ALA Great Stories Club
The ALA Public Programs Office invites libraries to apply for the Great Stories Club, a reading and discussion program for underserved teens featuring books under the theme Nature vs. Nurture: Origins…
CLRC/SCRLC Resource Sharing Conference – Recap
On Thursday, November 10, forty-eight ILLers attended Exploring Resource Sharing Partnerships, a one-day conference jointly hosted by CLRC and the South Central Regional Library Council (SCRLC) at SUNY Cortland. …
CLRC Annual Legislative Breakfasts – RSVP Today
Early December brings holiday decorations, songs, good cheer and the CLRC Legislative Breakfasts. This year, the Eastern region breakfast will be held at the Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute Library in Utica…
lynda.com – Critical Thinking
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. Critical Thinking by Mike…
Call for Submissions: 2016 MARAC Finding Aid Awards
The Finding Aid Award is given yearly to recognize outstanding achievement in the preparation of finding aids by institutions within the MARAC region. Nominated finding aids must have been made…
NYS Archives -Documentary Heritage Program Grant
New York State Archives Documentary Heritage Program (DHP) offers grant funds for both Documentation and Arrangement & Description projects to eligible not-for-profit organizations that hold, collect, and make available New…
Project Outcome Releases 1st Annual Report
The Public Library Association’s (PLA) Project Outcome is a free toolkit designed to help public libraries understand and share the true impact of essential library services and programs by providing…
lynda.com – PowerPoint 2016 Power Shortcuts
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. PowerPoint 2016 Power Shortcuts…
Now Available – 2016 Handbook for Library Trustees in NYS
State Librarian Bernard A. Margolis announced today the availability of a revised online edition of the Handbook for Library Trustees of New York State. The 2016 revised online version is…
lynda.com – Sustainability Strategies
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Call for Proposals – New York Archives Conference
June 7-9, 2017 Utica College, Utica, New York NYAC invites proposals of sessions that explore archival practice. Traditional presentation formats as well as formats that encourage interaction between attendees and…
Tell Us What Makes Your Library Unique!
We’re Collecting Your Stories! This year, CLRC’s Legislative Committee is focusing its advocacy message on the unique ways that libraries in Central New York are part of our education equation.…
Grant Opportunity – Access to Historical Records/Archival Projects
The Access to Historical Records: Archival Projects program supports projects that ensure online public discovery and use of historical records collections, including documents, photographs, born-digital records, and analog audio and…
Sustainability Spotlight – Olin Library
Programming in Practice at Olin Library The sky is blue and as the breeze carries the sounds of a Saturday football game in progress, the bell tower above chimes the…
Weekly Update – 10/26/2016
Weekly Update for October 26, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
lynda.com – Teaching Future-Ready Students
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
IMLS Grants to Support Museums in their Communities Now Available
The Institute of Museum and Library Services works through its Museums for America Funding Opportunities to support projects that strengthen the ability of individual museums to serve the public. Grant funding will be…
Support for School Libraries in Low-Income Neighborhoods
The Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries is dedicated to helping our nation’s neediest schools so that they can extend, update, and diversify the book and print collections in their…
lynda.com – Photography 101
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
CLRC Annual Meeting Presentation Slides Available
Missed CLRC’s Annual Membership meeting on October 4th? Couldn’t be in two rooms at the same time? Review the presentations slides here: https://rbshost.com/CLRC1/slides2016
Weekly Update – 10/13/2016
Weekly Update for October 13, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Interested in Partnering with a Library in Germany?
US-Germany Sister Libraries Webinar Tuesday, October 25, 2016 10:00-11:30 am Register here: http://ala.adobeconnect.com/e460fc0czap/event/event_info.html The American Library Association (ALA) and the Bibliothek und Information Deutschland (BID) have embarked on a three-year…
SCOLA.org Price Discount via ESLN
The Empire State Library Network (ESLN) is a SCOLA.org affiliate, bringing special discounted pricing for SCOLA web subscription services to all libraries in New York State. Click here to watch SCOLA’s informational video SCOLA is…
Upcoming WebJunction Webinars
Upcoming WebJunction webinars – there are three great sessions open for registration! If you can’t attend a live session, all WebJunction webinars are recorded and available for free in the…
lynda.com – Advanced Branding
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
OCPL Fall Programs for 501c3 Nonprofit Organizations
The Onondaga County Central Library is hosting Foundation Center webinars followed by a librarian directed Q&A discussion. Bring your questions. Share your experiences with other local nonprofits. Introduction to Proposal…
New York Heritage Digital Collections – October Newsletter
This month, New York Heritage Digital Collections proudly spotlights digital selections from the Endicott Area Photographs and Postcards from the George F. Johnson Memorial Library. Read the newsletter here.
Weekly Update – 10/05/2016
Weekly Update for October 5, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
DLD Announces Free Webinars
If you can’t attend a live session, these webinars will be recorded and available for free in the WebJunction course catalog. Teen Programming: A Mover & Shaker’s Recipe for Impact…
31st Annual Leatherstocking School Library Conference
Transforming Libraries; Transforming Learning Thursday, October 27 Vernon Downs Hotel, Vernon, New York Join us for the many engaging breakout sessions presented by school librarians and classroom teachers. Visit the…
Onondaga Free Library Featured in YALSA Blog
Congratulations to Alyssa Newton and the Onondaga Free Library on being chosen to create a “Snack Break” video on their coding program for ALA’s YALSA (Young Adult Library Services Association)…
This Week’s Sustainability Spotlight
Trumansburg Library Goes Solar This week’s Sustainability Spotlight comes to us from Trumansburg, New York, in the heart of the Finger Lakes Region. Trumansburg’s beloved Ulysses Philomathic Library has begun…
STEM Grant Opportunity
The National Science Foundation, through the Advancing Informal STEM Learning program provides support to advance the design and development of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) learning opportunities for the…
lynda.com – Developing Cross-Cultural Intelligence
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Sustainability Spotlight: Weeding more than just books!
North Onondaga Public Library (NOPL) likes to think outside the box when it comes to loaning items to patrons. Books, CDs, DVDs, magazines—they have those by the thousands, sure. But…
lynda.com – Web Icons with SVG
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Grant Opportunity – Carnegie Whitney Awards
Carnegie-Whitney Awards up to $5,000 The American Library Association Publishing Committee provides a grant of up to $5,000 for the preparation of print or electronic reading lists, indexes or other…
Sustainability Spotlight: Two CNY Academic Institutions on Sierra Magazine List
Sierra Magazine’s annual Cool School List is open to all four-year, degree-granting undergraduate colleges and universities in the United States. Two hundred schools submitted data this year and were ranked…
Kopel wins Excellence in Library Innovation Award
Matthew Kopel, CLRC’s Research and Development Librarian, is the winner of the Excellence in Library Innovation Award. The award is sponsored by the Academic and Special Libraries Section (ASLS) of…
CLRC announces Library of the Year and Library Staff All-Star of the Year winners
The Central NY Library Resources Council (CLRC) is happy to announce the winners of its first Library of the Year and Library Staff All-Star of the Year contest. The CLRC…
National Library of Medicine – Preparedness Webinars
September is National Preparedness Month! Take advantage of these webinars to highlight preparedness, partnerships and disaster and health information resources: Are You Ready? Essential Disaster Health Information Resources for…
lynda.com – How to Handle Workplace Bullying
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Sue Kowalski receives Impact of the Year award
Sue Kowalski, Librarian at Pine Grove Middle School, is the first recipient of the Impact of the Year Award from Syracuse University’s iSchool.. Sue is a 2003 graduate of the…
Resources for archival services now available through DHPSNY – Applications due 10/14
CLRC strongly encourages Central New York libraries, archives, and museums who qualify to consider the following opportunities from the new Documentary Heritage & Preservation Services program. In addition to help…
Weekly Update – 9/15/16
Weekly Update for September 15, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Sustainability Spotlight – Sydney, Australia
Sydney Your Say: Placemaking the Library “Placemaking inspires people to collectively reimagine and reinvent public spaces as the heart of every community.” The City of Sydney (Australia) embraces Placemaking. They have…
September Webinars Offered by WebJunction
CLICK HERE for abstracts of September Programs ADVOCACY Sep. 21: 5 Steps to Telling Better Non-Profit Stories (4Good) Sep. 28: The Role of Libraries in Community Workforce Development (Missouri State…
Take a Survey on the Use of Social Media in Libraries
Kate Moss, Access and Outreach Librarian at the College of Saint Rose, has created a short survey about the use of social media in libraries. She plans to post the…
RECIP and CLRC Early Careers Conference
Space is limited. Registration closes September 30. What I Wish I Learned in Library School Friday, October 14, 2016 Pioneer Library System, Canandaigua, NY The Joint Conference of the Rochester…
Grant Opportunity for Youth Volunteers
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards is a nationwide program that honors young people in grades five to 12 who are volunteering in their communities. The program’s goals are to…
lynda.com – Yammer 2016 – Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 9/08/16
Weekly Update for September 8, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
State Fair Library Booth – Part 2
One hundred and fifty New York State Libraries exhibit booth volunteers have come…and gone. Everyone was pleased to have the opportunity to meet library lovers, book readers, storytime goers and computer users from…
Documentary Heritage and Preservation Services for New York (DHPSNY)
Documentary Heritage and Preservation Services for New York (DHPSNY) is a statewide program established to support the vast network of non-government, unique library and archival repositories that safeguard New York’s…
Veterans Affairs Webinar Series
Increasing Veterans’ Access with eBenefits Tuesday, September 20 2:00 – 3:00 FREE – no CE credits REGISTER HERE Would you like to do more to help Veterans? Learn the basics…
Sustainability Spotlight: Skaneateles Library: Bringing the Library to You!
In January 2015, the Skaneateles Library took a major step outside its walls. That’s when they partnered with the Skaneateles YMCA and Community Center to bring library materials to their…
lynda.com – Learn Snagit for Mac
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Exploring New York’s Railroad Heritage
Railroads formed a backbone of industrial prosperity for New York State in the Nineteenth Century. Gradually eclipsing the Erie Canal as the preferred mode of transporting people and materials, rail lines…
September New York Heritage Digital Spotlight
September Features and News from New York Heritage Digital Collections The digital selections spotlight is from the Geneva Historical Society Postcard Collection from the Geneva Historical Society. Read the September…
Weekly Update – 9/01/2016
Weekly Update for September 1, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
State Fair Library Exhibit Booth – Part 1
So far, there have been 86 volunteers staffing the New York Libraries exhibit booth. We’ve had people visit from as far as Alabama and China and as close as Solvay.…
CLRC’s Nominating Committee Announces Nominees and Call for External Nominations for 2016-17 Board of Trustees
On behalf of CLRC’s Immediate Past President and current Chair of the Nominating Committee, Jane Verostek (SUNY ESF, Moon Library), as well as the entire 2016 Nominating Committee (Danielle Masursky,…
Color Your Way to Professional Serenity
Are you looking for some peace in the bedlam of back-to-school preparation? Some tranquility in the hurly burly of autumn leaves and fall conferences? The Society of American Archivists is…
Learn More About Kanopy Video Streaming
Learn more about Kanopy, a video streaming patron driven acquisition (PDA) program for Empire State Library Network (ESLN) member libraries. A FREE webinar is being offered for interested librarians and…
Banned Book Week Coming in September
Let CLRC know if you are planning any events. Email us at info@clrc.org Banned Book Week: Celebrating the Freedom to Read September 25 − October 1, 2016 Banned Books Week…
Sustainability Spotlight – Green IT at SUNY Potsdam
The Computing and Technology Services at the State University of New York Potsdam have taken “green” initiatives to the next level by offering eco-friendly print services and showcasing energy-saving actions…
Introduction to Archives (Online Course)
Offered by Preserve This Register Here: http://preservethis.org/courses/introduction-to-archives This course starts on September 12, 2016. It is a self-paced online course designed to be completed within 5 weeks. Participants will spend…
lynda.com – Creating eBooks for the Kindle
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
New York State Adult Literacy Library Services Program
New York State’s 23 public library systems will offer expanded access to literacy services through the State’s Adult Literacy Library Services Program, “Workforce Development at New York Libraries through Public…
Program Funding to Engage the Public With History
The Public Engagement with Historical Records program supports projects that encourage public engagement with historical records, including the development of new tools that enable people to engage online. The application…
Grant Opportunity – Technology Programs for Underserved Teens
The Best Buy Foundation is dedicated to providing underserved teens access to opportunities through technology that helps them excel in school and develop 21st century skills for their future careers.…
Free Webinars from ALA on Civic Engagement and Pokemon
“ALA’s Excellence in Library Programming Award Presents: Creating a Civic Engagement Series about Race” Sept. 6, 2016 2 p.m. Learn about the popular and award-winning Voices of Race series, winner…
lynda.com – Learn Camtasia: Advanced Techniques
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 8/19/2016
Weekly Update for August 19, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Sustainability Spotlight – Cedar Rapids Public Library
Cedar Rapids Public Library Green Roof and Storm Water Management In 2008, the Cedar Rapids Public Library in Cedar Rapids, Iowa was devastated by a flood. The entire first floor…
NOPL Pop-Up Library
Northern Onondaga County Public Library’s Pop-Up Library has been driving around this summer, bringing books, movies, event information, library card sign-ups and story times to parks, farmer’s markets and summer camps.…
lynda.com – Designing a Brochure
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 8/12/2016
Weekly Update for August 12, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Fayetteville Free Library Hosts Visit from Belarus Libraries
Working with the United States State Department and the International Center of Syracuse, the Fayetteville Free Library (FFL) had the honor of hosting visitors from five libraries from the country…
PLA Leadership Academy – Apply Today
The Public Library Association is currently accepting applications for the PLA Leadership Academy: Navigating Change · Building Community. This special event will offer intensive, empowering leadership education for public librarians…
ACRL Scholarly Communications Roadshow – SUNY Brockport
Take it on the road… SCHOLARLY COMMUNICATIONS: FROM UNDERSTANDING TO ENGAGEMENT Friday, September 30, 2016 Conference Registration Flyer
PLA and Harvard Release New Report on Family Engagement in Public Libraries
A new report, Public Libraries: A Vital Space for Family Engagement, released by Harvard Family Research Project and the Public Library Association, issues a call to action for libraries to…
Library Juice Academy Courses Offered This Fall
CLRC offers a 20% discount on Library Juice Academy courses. Learn something new this fall. Most of the classes listed below are four weeks in length. Registration is accepted through…
Are You Ready to Collaborate for Digital Preservation?
We want to talk to you about it! In an effort to gauge interest in a slate of digital preservation opportunities currently open to our members in CNY, CLRC is asking members (and any…
Sustainability Spotlight: University Heights Tool Library
The University Heights Tool Library in downtown Buffalo, NY, seeks to connect community members with tools needed for basic home improvement projects. The organization’s tagline—“Borrow and build. We provide communities…
lynda.com – Speech Writing
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 8/05/2016
Weekly Update for August 5, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
WebJunction Training Opportunities in August
Here is the list of upcoming training opportunities during the month of August. CLICK HERE for abstracts of the programs. ADVOCACY Aug. 10: Storytelling: What is a Mission Moment? And…
This Weeks Sustainability Spotlight – Seymour Library
Seymour Library: Pushing Green to Patrons Here’s a simple way to raise awareness of energy conservation, reusable resources and sustainability to your community. Follow the lead of the Seymour Library’s…
Upcoming Events for New York’s Heritage Community
Here are some upcoming events that may be of interest to DHP organizations… Jewish Schenectady: A Walking Tour Date: August 11, 2016 6:00 pm – about 7:00 pm Location: Meet…
Gale Webinars – September to December
Gale has scheduled the following webinars for NOVELNY databases for September through December. Please see dates, times and registration information below. Thursday, September 15 3:00 PM Gear Up for the…
New Library Privacy Guidelines From American Library Association
Over the last year the ALA Intellectual Freedom Committee (IFC) Privacy Subcommittee has been developing Library Privacy Guidelines to provide libraries strategies and best practices for protecting the privacy of…
New York Heritage – August Spotlight Feature
This month, New York Heritage Digital Collections proudly spotlights digital selections from the Richard Linke Collection of Adirondacks Re-Viewed Photographs from the Adirondack Museum. Read the August Spotlight here.
lynda.com – GIS on the Web
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 7/27/2016
Weekly Update for July 27, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Youth Code Project – August 18
CLRC is a sponsor of the AT&T Youth Code Project at the Tech Garden in Syracuse on August 18. Participants will receive a list of coding programs at CNY libraries,…
Sustainability Spotlight Focus on Grand Valley State University in Michigan
Grand Valley State University’s (Allendale, Michigan) $65 million Mary Idema Pew Library Learning and Information Commons opened in June 2013. It is a strong example of a sustainable and resilient,…
Sustainability Spotlight – Green Warriors
Last week’s sustainability Spotlight focuses on the “Green Warriors” Green Warriors Help NYLA Increase Sustainability Awareness The New York Library Association (NYLA) worked with the Green Warriors, a team of…
NN/LM – Application for Outreach Funding
The National Network of Libraries of Medicine Mid-Atlantic Region invites applications for their current round of outreach funding. Five award types are available for outreach projects that: * Enhance clinicians’…
NEXT WEEK – Events for Historical Records Repositories
Captioning Instructional Videos – Four-Week Course Date: Begins August 1, 2016 Price: $130 ASCLA Member; $175 ALA Member; Nonmember $210; Student $100 Association of Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies offers…
lynda.com – Google Cloud Platform Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Calling All Con Artists
Baldwinsville Public Library is looking for local comic con artists for a contest/display coming in August. Know any amazing CNY talent that should be recognized?
Upcoming Events and Opportunities for Historical Records Repositories
Here are some upcoming events and opportunities of interest to New York’s historical records repositories: Know & Go: Tips for Hiring the Right Person Live Online Date: July 25, 2016…
NYLA Council Election Results
The New York Library Association is pleased to announce the results of this year’s Council Election. Congratulations to: * Tim Burke President-Elect. Tim will serve from Nov. 2016 – Nov.…
Managing Customer Comments
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Grants Available for Stringed Instrument Programs
Start a stringed instrument program for kids in your library. The mission of the Classics for Kids Foundation is to empower young people to shape positive futures through music, build…
Weekly Update – 7/14/2016
Weekly Update for July 14, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
NYLA Conference Registration is Now Open
Planning on going to the New York Library Association Conference in Saratoga Springs? Registration is now open and early bird rates are available until August 19th. The Conference runs from…
More on Sustainability – Local Supports Local
Empower. Engage. Energize. “When a library shows support for the goals of those it serves by empowering and energizing patrons through library services, those communities turn around and give empowerment…
Sustainability Spotlight – Implementing Sustainability
Want a sneak preview of the Sustainability Initiative’s vision for libraries? Jill Davis, director of the Hendrick Hudson Free Library (HHFL) in Montrose, NY (and one of our Sustainability Initiative…
CLRC Annual Membership Meeting and Conference
This year, CLRC is adopting a mini-conference format for the annual meeting. We’ll be announcing our keynote speaker soon, but in the meantime we’re looking for ideas from YOU! We’re…
Jeremy & Jack’s Excellent Library Adventure 2016
NYLA Director, Jeremy Johannesen and his son Jack went on a NYS tour of libraries in a classic 1978 Volkswagen Westfalia Camper last summer. Check out the archive – #NYLALibraryTour15…
lynda.com – Switching from Windows 10 to Mac
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
PFOA Info from NLM
News from the National Library of Medicine… PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid) is a man-made chemical that is toxic and persistent in the environment. It is used to make products resistant to…
Sign Up for Hack Upstate VIII
Hack Upstate VIII will be here before you know it. Saturday, October 8 and Sunday, October 9 The Technology Garden 235 Harrison Street Syracuse, NY 13202 SIGN UP TODAY This is…
NYLA SMART Seeks Award Nominations – Deadline Extended
The NYLA SMART (Section on Management of Information Resources and Technology) Board seeks nominations for their annual awards. Please give some consideration to the award descriptions below…
NEDCC Presents Digital Management Conference
Join the Northeast Document Conservation Center (NEDCC) in Denver, Colorado for… Digital Directions: Fundamentals of Creating and Managing Digital Collections Sept 26-28, 2016 Learn the fundamentals: * Digital Project Planning, Selection…
Weekly Update – 7/07/2016
Weekly Update for July 7, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
This Week’s Sustainability Spotlight
Capital Region Public Libraries Support Alternatives to Driving “I’ve found Albany to be a great place to get around by bike. A large percentage of our patrons walk, ride or…
Thank You, Senator Farley
At the close of this legislative session, State Senator Hugh T. Farley announced that he will not seek re-election to the Senate in November. This announcement marks the end of…
NYLA 2016 Legislative Session Recap
FY 2016-17 NYS Budget This year’s enacted state budget and companion legislative resolutions for targeted aid will provide approximately $22M in new funding for libraries. This represents the largest single-year…
lynda.com – Managing To-Do Lists
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Grant Opportunity for Kid’s Running Program
Here’s a program idea for your library. And money to fund it… The Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) is dedicated to supporting the growth of grassroots running clubs, training…
Weekly Update – 6/30/2016
Weekly Update for June 30, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
State Fair Volunteers Needed for Library Booth
New York libraries love… Thursday, August 25 through Monday, September 5 Science and Industry Building The 2016 New York State Fair will soon be here and New York Libraries will…
This Week’s Sustainability Spotlight – Anythink Libraries
The Future is Now at Anythink Libraries Submitted by B. Maggie Foster John F. Kennedy once said “Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the…
CLRC Member Libraries Receive Construction Aid
The State Education Department has awarded $14 million in grants to 173 public libraries statewide for construction projects. CLRC regional libraries include: Dolgeville Manheim Public Library …
Welcome Tina Broomfield – ESLN Projects Coordinator
Tina Broomfield is excited to be joining the Empire State Library Network as the ESLN Projects Coordinator. In this position, Tina will be responsible for coordinating the Empire Library Delivery…
NYLA Defense Fund Helps Dewitt Library Win Battle
The New York Library Association (NYLA) is pleased to announce the New York State Supreme Court has rejected a constitutional challenge to Education Law 259(1)(a), which is used by libraries…
lynda.com – GitHub for Web Designers
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
STEM Grant Opportunity
The American Honda Foundation supports nonprofit organizations and educational institutions nationwide that address the areas of youth and scientific education. The Foundation’s primary funding priority is youth education, specifically in…
Weekly Update – 6/23/2016
Weekly Update for June 23, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
NYLA125 Campaign Has Gone 3D
You’ve heard of 3D printing, and you may have even seen a 3D printer in action, but have you ever owned something that was 3D printed? Well, now is your…
Archived Webinar on Family Literacy from Cazenovia Public Library
Originally “aired” this past December, listen to the archived webinar hosted by OCLC’s WebJunction. Learn how Cazenovia Public Library operates learning-focused programs for the whole family at a local food…
Sustainability Spotlight – School Librarians and Chromebooks at Ithaca City Schools
Armin Heurich is a Library Media Specialist at Ithaca High School. He was part of the group put together to determine if the 1:1 Chromebook Project, which gave Chromebooks to…
lynda.com – Introduction to Documentary Video Storytelling
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Onondaga Free Library Wins Geek Squad Grant
Congratulations to the Onondaga Free Library and Onondaga Hill Middle School Library on winning the Best Buy Geek Squad Academy grant. They were recognized for their innovative after-school Maker Club…
Important Reminder: State Law Requires Public Library Trustees to Take Oath of Office
This is an important reminder that New York State Public Officer’s Law §10 requires all public library trustees (but not association library trustees) to take an oath of office within…
SU iSchool Faculty Announcement
CLRC extends a welcome to the Central New York region. The School of Information Studies at Syracuse University is pleased to announce the addition of five new professors to the…
NYS Trustee Webinars Available for Viewing
The State Library is pleased to announce that the recording and slides for the June 2 and June 14 trustee webinars are now available on the State Library’s website at…
Weekly Update – 6/15/2016
Weekly Update for June 15, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
NN/LM Needs Special Advisory Group Members
For 2016-2021, NN/LM MAR will be focusing outreach efforts to reach new populations and organizations providing health information services that will benefit from access to the NN/LM and NLM’s evidence-based…
This Week’s Sustainability Spotlight
Libraries Step Up (in times of crisis) Facebook Group Submitted by Casey Conlin. Sustainable libraries help make communities more resilient. The Ferguson Municipal Public Library was the only agency that…
Two CLRC Members Awarded Achieving the Dream grants
CLRC is happy to announce that two of its member campuses, Herkimer College and Mohawk Valley Community College, have been awarded Achieving the Dream grants for open educational resources. “Achieving…
Conference Report: IUG Annual
Aaron Neslin received a professional development award to attend the IUG Annual conference. Click here to learn more about the award. I’m Aaron Neslin, the integrated technologies librarian for Onondaga County Public…
NYS Libraries Booth at the 2016 NYS Fair
New York libraries love… Plans are underway for the 2016 New York State Fair Libraries Booth. This will be our third consecutive year of showing fair goers from around the…
ProQuest Webinars Offered June – August
ProQuest has scheduled the following webinars for NOVELNY databases for June through August. Please see dates, times and registration information below. eLibrary Elementary and NOVELNY This one hour class, created…
Help Libraries Get Capital Funding – Contact Your Elected Officials Today
New York State Libraries Need Your Support! SEND A MESSAGE TODAY We all agree that library patrons around NYS should have access to outstanding services, materials, and programming in buildings…
Joseph H. Shubert Library Excellence Award Application
Applications are now being accepted for the Joseph F. Shubert Library Excellence Award. The Award will recognize a New York State library or library consortium that has taken significant steps…
lynda.com – Learn PowerPoint 2016: The Basics
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Encyclopedia Britannica for CLRC Members
CLRC libraries who are not already subscribing to Encyclopaedia Britannica can try it out for free during the month of June. If you find you have an interest in subscribing,…
Weekly Update – 6/08/2016
Weekly Update for June 8, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Joseph F. Shubert Library Excellence Award
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: Paula Paolucci, New York State Library Phone: (518) 474-5930 E-Mail: Paula.Paolucci@nysed.gov JOSEPH F. SHUBERT LIBRARY EXCELLENCE AWARD APPLICATIONS DUE AUGUST 1, 2016 Claudia Depkin, Chair of…
Gale Webinars Scheduled for the Summer
Gale has scheduled the following webinars for NOVELNY databases. Monday, June 13 3:00 – 4:00 PM New Browse by Discipline in Academic OneFile Gale has recently launched an exciting new…
This Week’s Sustainability Spotlight – Ithaca City Schools
Equitable Access to Tech @ Ithaca City Schools At the start of the 2015 school year, 4,000 Ithaca City Schools students were given new Chromebooks running Google Apps for Education…
CLRC Library of the Year – Nominations Close June 13
Nominations for the CLRC Library of the Year and CLRC Library Staff All-Star of the Year are open through next Monday, June 13! That means you have one more week…
lynda.com – Learn Google Classroom 2016
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
New York Heritage Digital Collection – June Newsletter
This month, New York Heritage Digital Collections proudly spotlights digital selections from the White Plains Collection from the White Plains Public Library. Take a look at the June 2016 issue.
Weekly Update – 6/02/2016
Weekly Update for June 2, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
CLRC Receives Grant from Mozilla Foundation
CLRC is happy to announce we’ve been awarded a $10,000 grant from the Mozilla Foundation, in conjunction with the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS), for Web Literacy Skills…
WebJunction Webinars Offered in June
Here are the titles of free webinars offered in June by OCLC’s WebJunction. For abstracts and registration CLICK HERE. ADVOCACY June 9: Project Outcome User Panel: Survey Lessons Learned (Public…
Western Council Offers Cataloging Workshop
WNYLRC Workshop: Catalogers Cogitation, Parts One & Two – Monday, June 20 Discount rates for CLRC and ESLN members. Register for PART ONE ONLY (9:00 am to 12:00 pm) Register…
This Week’s Sustainability Spotlight
This week’s Sustainability Spotlight is about Laura Barnes, the Sustainability Information Curator with the University of Illinois Prairie Research Institute’s Illinois Sustainable Technology Center (ISTC), who also serves as Executive…
Scholastic Webinars for June
Scholastic has scheduled the following webinars for NOVELNY databases or June. Please see dates, times and registration information below. June 2, 2016, 12:00pm Beyond the Intro to GO! Now that…
History-Themed Events Coming This June
Great summer events. Why not attend a few and celebrate the history of Central New York. (* denotes CLRC members’ events) Wednesday, June 1 6:00 pm Oneida County Historical Society…
Civil Service Exam Announcements
The NYS Department of Civil Service recently posted announcement for these librarian exams: Librarian 1 https://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/announcements/oc/28-339.cfm Senior Librarian https://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/announcements/oc/28-340.cfm Applications are due by June 22. Evaluation of training and experience…
lynda.com – Mindfullness
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Webinar – What’s New in the Trustee Handbook?
What’s New in the Trustee Handbook? Tuesday, June 14 10:00 to 11:00 am The New York State Library and the Library Trustees Association of New York State will offer a…
Kars4Kids Small Grant – Education & Youth Development Program
Kars4Kids is a national Jewish nonprofit organization that funds educational and youth programs in communities throughout the United States. The Kars4Kids Small Grant Program provides support to nonprofit organizations that…
News Literacy & Civic Responsibility Summer Institutes
A great workshop related to news literacy and student’s rights is being offered across the state this summer. Full program details and registration are available at www.civicspdny.org. The 2016 institutes…
CLRC Announces Recipients of 2016 RBDB Grants
CLRC is happy to announce the recipients of 2016 member library RBDB funding: Baldwinsville Public Library: $5,000 for Digitization of High School Yearbooks 1887-present. The library will scan as many…
Webinar for Trustees – June 2
“Building for Your Future: Public Library Renovation and Construction from Dream to Dedication.“ Thursday, June 2 from 10:00 to 11:00 am The New York State Library and the Library Trustees…
2016-2017 NEDCC Training Programs
The Northeast Document Conservation Center’s 2016-2017 training programs are now posted. New Webinars and new topics to help you care for a wide variety of collections. Some of the new…
NYLA PLS – Mini Conference
Registration ends 6/1 for the NYLA Public Library Section “Spring Break” June 10th Poughkeepsie Public Library, Boardman Ranch Branch Library. Sessions on project management and community outreach, followed by a…
Seeking Nominees for the CLRC Board of Trustees
CLRC’s Nominating Committee will soon be seeking candidates to represent the following constituencies on CLRC’s Board of Trustees, each to serve a five-year term from 2016-2021: Public Libraries – East…
Weekly Update – 5/24/2016
Weekly Update for May 24, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
NYS Library Continues NOVELNY Databases
Assistant Commissioner for Libraries and State Librarian, Bernard A. Margolis, is pleased to announce the continuation of the current NOVELNY (New York Online Virtual Electronic Library) databases. The following databases…
lynda.com – Macphun Software: Tips and Techniques
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Outcome-Based Evaluation (OBE) Training Workshop – September
The New York State Library, in partnership with the Mid-York Library System, has scheduled an Outcome-Based Evaluation (OBE) training workshop on September 22 & 23, 2016. This workshop, to be…
Grant Encourages Family Literacy
The Wish You Well Foundation provides support to nonprofit organizations that promote family literacy in the U.S. The focus of the Foundation is on the development and expansion of new…
Register for the 2016 NY IR Day
You are invited to the 2016 Digital Commons+ Great Lakes User Group and New York IR Day. Friday, July 29, 2016 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Drake Memorial Library, College…
NYLA Public Libraries Section Offers Conference Scholarship
The New York Library Association’s Public Libraries Section (PLS) is currently taking applications for NYLA Conference Scholarships, Building Awards, and a Best Practices Award. Application deadline for all awards is…
NYLA Leadership and Management Academy Scholarship
The Library & Leadership Management Section (LAMS) of the New York Library Association (NYLA) is seeking candidates for a scholarship to attend the Leadership & Management Academy 2016. The Academy…
Weekly Update – 5/18/2016
Weekly Update for May 18, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
lynda.com – Excel 2016: Charts in Depth
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
NEH Grant Opportunity
The Division of Preservation and Access of the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is now accepting applications for grants in its Humanities Collections and Reference Resources program. These grants…
DHP – Upcoming Events and Opportunities
The Documentary Heritage Program (DHP) offers grant funds annually for both Documentation and Arrangement & Description projects to eligible not-for-profit organizations that hold, collect, and make available New York’s historical…
Call For Submissions: Journal of New Librarianship
The Journal of New Librarianship is pleased to announce that it is accepting submissions for its inaugural issue, anticipated for Fall 2016. This launch is the result of collaborative efforts…
Weekly Update – 5/11/2016
Weekly Update for May 11, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Association of Rural and Small Libraries Conference Scholarship
Want to attend a national conference that caters specifically to small and rural libraries? Can’t afford to get to Fargo, North Dakota out of this year’s budget? The Association of…
Youth Services Librarian – Vestal Public Library
The Vestal Public Library is seeking a dynamic individual to fill a full-time Youth Services Librarian position, to continue a popular and growing youth program. The Youth Services Librarian is…
Sustainability Spotlight: Net Zero Buildings
First Net Zero School in NYC According to the Department of Energy, “generally speaking, a zero energy building produces enough renewable energy to meet its own annual energy consumption requirements,…
May Newsletter – NYS Historic Newspapers
VIEW THE MAY 2016 NEWSLETTER HERE The NYS Historic Newspapers project provides free online access to a wide range of newspapers chosen to reflect New York’s unique history. Those who…
2016 New York Archives Conference
Registration is now open for the 2016 New York Archives Conference June 8-10 Plattsburgh, New York http://www.nyarchivists.org/nyac/ Come hear Plenary Speaker, Dyani Feige, Director of Preservation Services at the Conservation…
Next Week – CLRC Hosts Evening Discussion Group
CLRC is excited to announce our inaugural monthly professional discussion group. Once a month, colleagues will meet in the evening to talk about a topic that is trending within the…
lynda.com – Managerial Accounting
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
CLRC Medical Circuit Librarian Wins Scholarship
CLRC’s Medical Circuit Librarian, Angela Thor, has been awarded a $500 scholarship from the Upstate New York/Ontario Chapter of the Medical Library Association (UNYOC). The scholarship will make it possible…
Weekly Update – 5/04/2016
Weekly Update for May 4, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Sustainability Spotlight: Student Projects Increase Syracuse University Sustainability
This week’s Sustainability Spotlight focuses on Syracuse University’s commitment to sustainability, reaching back to 1972, when the University made energy conservation a priority in the face of the international energy…
Get RDA Toolkit Discount from ESLN
ESLN is pleased to announce another opportunity to leverage group licensing toward discounted services for libraries throughout New York. For libraries implementing or planning to implement RDA, the RDA Toolkit…
lynda.com – Advanced Google Analytics
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Code4Lib NYS 2016 Unconference
Join coding colleagues for the Code4Lib New York State Regional Meeting & Unconference. August 4-5, 2016 Mann Library, Cornell University Ithaca, New York The two day event will be a…
Oneida Whig now available on New York State Historic Newspapers
The Oneida Whig has recently been added to New York State Historic Newspapers (NYSHN). This weekly ran from 1834 to 1853 and is now available for research use by students, historians,…
Common Heritage Grant Applications Due May 12
Common Heritage Program Grants Receipt Deadline May 12, 2016 for Projects Beginning January 2017 The National Endowment for the Humanities is offering grants for projects that are part of the…
“Changing America” – Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit Comes to CNY
Changing America: The Emancipation Proclamation, 1863, and the March on Washington, 1963, a national traveling exhibition which explores the relationship between two great people’s movements for equal rights, is coming…
Scholastic Webinars in May and June
Scholastic has scheduled the following webinars for NOVELNY databases for May and June. Please see dates, times and registration information below. May 9 12:00 pm Intro to GO! Scholastic is…
Weekly Update – 4/28/2016
Weekly Update for April 28, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
NYAC Professional Development Grants – Deadline Extended!
The deadline to apply for a New York Archives Conference Professional Development Grant to attend the 2016 meeting at SUNY Plattsburgh, June 8-10, has been extended to May 18th, at 5pm! Winners…
MARAC Project Management for Archival Processing at CLRC in May
Project Management for Archival Processing Registration is open at http://www.marac.info/workshops When: Monday May 23, 2016, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Where: Central New York Library Resources Instructor: Vincent Novara, University of Maryland…
Academy of Certified Archivists Exam in Syracuse on August 3
Attention Central New York Archivists! The Academy of Certified Archivists (ACA) will hold its annual exam in August and one of the testing locations will be Syracuse! Syracuse NY August…
Oakwood Cemetery Walking Tours
It’s that time of year to get out and have a stroll through the local cemetery. Historic Oakwood Cemetery Preservation Association offers walking tours with a lot of history. All…
Professional Development Award Recipient Patrick Williams on SCMS & Games in Libraries!
The following is a conference report by Syracuse University Librarian Patrick Williams. Patrick received funding from CLRC via our Professional Development Award to attend a conference. Check out all of the details below!…
Sustainability Spotlight: Phoencia Library Blazing a Trail for Passive House
The Phoenicia Library rose from the ashes of a devastating fire last year when it reopened its doors in an expanded space that utilizes Passive House retrofit energy standards. This…
National Library Legislative Day…Virtually
Not able to make it to National Library Legislative Day? Join virtually! On Tuesday, May 3 beginning at 9:00 am, the morning sessions will be streaming live from Washington, DC.…
NYLA Leadership and Management Academy
The New York Library Association’s Library Leadership & Management Academy (L&MA) is an educational program for emerging leaders in the library profession. Participants will gain the skills and knowledge they…
NEH Digital Projects Grant
The National Endowment for the Humanities Digital Projects for the Public grants program supports projects that significantly contribute to the public’s engagement with the humanities through digital platforms, such as…
NEH Preservation Assistance Grant
The Preservation Assistance Grants program helps small and mid-sized institutions (such as libraries, museums, historical societies, archival repositories, cultural organizations, town and county records offices, and colleges and universities) improve…
lynda.com – Teaching Future-Ready Students
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
MYLS Receives Award from Herkimer County Chamber
Yesterday, the Mid-York Library System received an award for outstanding Regional Service from the Herkimer County Chamber of Commerce. Wanda Bruchis, MYLS Director, accepted the award at the Chamber’s 48th…
Tour the Polish Art Collection at Lemoyne College
Two CLRC member organizations, the Lemoyne College Library and the Syracuse Polish Home, will be hosting a celebration event for the 225th anniversary of the passage of the Polish constitution.…
WNYLRC Workshop: Genealogy Reference and Research for New York Librarians
Wednesday, May 18 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Western NY Library Resources Council Training Center (Directions: www.wnylrc.org/directions) REGISTER HERE Description: Enjoy a full day of discovery and discussion around how…
Weekly Update – 4/20/2016
Weekly Update for April 20, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Sustainability Spotlight: Sustainable Initiatives at UMass Amherst Libraries
There is wonderful and inspiring sustainable programming happening at UMass Amherst Libraries. One mover and shaker behind these initiatives is Madeleine Charney, the Sustainability Studies Liaison Librarian. Madeleine is most…
lynda.com – Managing Conflict
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Library Planning, Marketing and Assessment Poster Session Event
Each spring, graduate students in Library Planning, Marketing & Assessment (IST 613) develop plans for new (or revised) library services. This year the ten teams are working on plans for…
SUNYLA Conference 2016 – Register Today
REGISTER HERE Libraries today are situated at a point of convergence: where traditional and innovative ideas, formats, and practices come together. The SUNYLA 2016 annual conference will explore convergence in…
Weekly Update – 4/14/2016
Weekly Update for April 14, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Apply for the METRO Fellowship
Want to spend nine months in New York City working on your own exciting cross-disciplinary library/museum/archive project? CLRC’s sister Council in NYC, the Metropolitan New York Library Council (METRO) is…
Historical Happenings Around CNY in April and May
Saturday, April 16 2:30 pm Donna Burdick, Smithfield Town Historian, will present “Smithfield Churches 1806-2016” at the Peterboro United Methodist Church. Following the talk, there will be a spaghetti supper…
New York Historic Newspapers – April Newsletter
Take a look at this month’s news from the NYS Historic Newspapers project. The featured contributor for April is the University of Rochester. April 2016 Newsletter
lynda.com – Designing a Business Card
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
This Week’s Sustainability Spotlight: Get Your Hands Dirty @ Your Library
We’ve previously featured Mt. Kisco Elementary’s Garden on the Sustainability Spotlight, but we thought with Earth Day coming up it was a great time to highlight libraries that are really…
lynda.com – Graphic Design for Business Professionals
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Library Aid in NYS Budget for FY 2016-17
The Governor and Legislature have come to an agreement on the FY2016-17 New York State budget. The budget bills are still warm (the last one was printed Friday, April 1…
This Week’s Sustainability Spotlight
Academic Libraries open for Community Earth Day Celebrations Note that one of the featured libraries in this article is our neighbor just slightly to the west, the College at Brockport!…
Weekly Update – 3/29/2016
Weekly Update for March 29, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
CLRC’s Board of Trustees Seeks Nominating Committee Candidates
Looking to get involved with your local library council? CLRC’s Board of Trustees is currently seeking individuals who are willing to run for three open positions on the Nominating Committee.…
Human Library Events Coming in April
A Human Library is an event that encourages people from different backgrounds to talk with and learn from each other. Human books are volunteers who are willing to share their…
LACUNY Conference Focus on Racism in Libraries
Race Matters: Libraries, Racism, and Antiracism Friday, May 20 9:00 am to 4:45 pm Brooklyn College Student Center, Brooklyn College, CUNY The LACUNY Institute is an annual, one-day conference open…
lynda.com – Introduction to Flash Animation
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
UNYSLA Conference Early Bird Registration
Deadline for earl bird discount is Friday, March 25. REGISTER HERE Career Development, Plan Your Future Friday, April 22 8:45 AM – 4:00 PM SUNY Albany, Standish Room in the…
Call for Participation – CLRC Digital Inclusion and Literacy SIG
CLRC is initiating a new special interest group (SIG) focused on Digital Inclusion & Literacy. We want to bring together library workers, educators, and other stakeholders to talk about challenges…
Grant Opportunity for Libraries
The Gladys Brooks Foundation provides support to nonprofit organizations in New York state. The Foundation focuses its grant making on libraries, educational institutions, and hospitals and clinics. Grant applications will…
CLRC Member Hospitals Join Forces for Better Services
Rome Memorial Hospital has announced a new collaborative relationship with St. Joseph’s Health in Syracuse (both are CLRC member institutions). The two hospitals will work together to provide expanded patient…
Do You Have a Young Hero in Your Library?
Central New York has amazing young heroes. Show your appreciation – take the first steps – pass this along. The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes, founded by author T.…
Weekly Update – 3/22/2016
Weekly Update for March 22, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
This Week’s Sustainability Spotlight
Gearing up for Earth Day 2016 Libraries have long been in the reduce-reuse-recyle business. Way before the first Earth Day celebration kicked off 46 years ago, we’d been resource-sharing and…
A Letter from NYLA in Support of the Dewitt Community Library
Here is a letter from Jeremy Johannesen, Executive Director of the New York Library Association, urging you to support a CLRC member library. Greetings, I am writing to enlist your…
lynda.com – Project-Based Learning: STEM to STEAM
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Take Action NOW – Library Advocacy
The New York Library Association is urging library supporters to take action. Write to your legislators and tell them that library funding is not negotiable. Both the NYS Senate and…
Beau Biden Scholarship at SU College of Law
The Syracuse University College of Law has created a scholarship fund in memory of Beau Biden to aid law students with an interest in children’s rights. Biden graduated from the…
NYAC Professional Development Grant
The New York Archives Conference, John A. Woods, and Larry Naukam are offering multiple $100 professional development grants to enable archives students, archivists, librarians, and others with archives or records…
Sue Kowalski Named 2016 LJ Mover & Shaker!
CLRC congratulates Pine Grove Middle School librarian Sue Kowalski on being named a 2016 Library Journal Mover & Shaker! The following was published by Library Journal: Sue Kowalski |…
Syracuse iSchool and Mercyhurst University Partner for Accelerated Graduate Program
Ridge College of Intelligence Studies and Applied Sciences at Mercyhurst Univerity in Erie, Pennsylvania has finalized an agreement with Syracuse University’s iSchool whereby undergraduates have the opportunity to accelerate their…
National Library Legislative Day – May 2 and 3
Washington, DC in the spring is a lovely time to advocate for libraries. Join fellow colleagues from New York State for the 2016 National Library Legislative Day (NLLD). May 2…
Weekly Update – 3/15/2016
Weekly Update for March 15, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
OCLC First Search To Continue
A message from OCLC… Librarians have told us how much they value the unique capabilities of FirstSearch®, and we have listened. As a result, FirstSearch and WorldCat® Discovery will continue…
lynda.com – Windows 10 Tips and Tricks
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Apply for CCAHA’s Preservation Needs Assessment or Risk Assessment Grants
The Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts (CCAHA) is seeking applicants for its Preservation Needs Assessment and Risk Assessment programs. Through funding from the National Endowment for the Humanities…
SU Libraries Receive Monies to Preserve Adult Education Materials
The Alexander N. Charters Library Initiative Fund has donated a generous $50,000 to enhance the adult and continuing education collection at the Syracuse University libraries. Resources such as photographs, recordings…
Upcoming WebJunction Webinars Offered in March
Go to: https://www.webjunction.org/find-training/free-events.html. ONLINE CONFERENCE Mar. 16: Library 2.016: Privacy in the Digital Age (Library 2.0) ASSESSMENT & PLANNING Mar. 16: Strategic Planning Part 1: Cultivation & Organizational Development (4Good)…
Call for Poster Session Proposals – New York Archives Conference
2016 New York Archives Conference SUNY Plattsburg June 8 -10 Call for poster session presentations. Due March 15th. Eligibility for Submitting a Poster Presentation Proposal: • Anyone working in a…
Storage Methods: The Best Way to Store Items in Your Collection (Online Course)
Register Here by March 25 This course, offered by Preserve This, begins on March 21, 2016. It is a completely self-paced online course designed to be completed within 2 weeks.…
Digital Film Screening at Cazenovia Public Library
All are invited to come out to a screening of OVERDUE, the YouTube web series filmed in the Minoa Library. Friday, April 8 7:00 pm Cazenovia Public Library The first…
Marli Stahler Joins Literacy Outreach at Cazenovia Public Library
Cazenovia Public Library is pleased to announce that Marli Stahler has joined Carla Zimmerman as co-coordinator of the library’s Literacy Outreach programs. Stahler has more than 20 years of experience teaching reading,…
New York Heritage Digital Collections March Newsletter
In recognition of Women’s History Month, the featured collection for March is Women of Fayetteville. And take a look at other wonderful collections in this month’s New York Heritage Digital…
Weekly Update – 3/08/2016
Weekly Update for March 8, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Sustainability Spotlight: @UAlbany, Sustainability is a Group Effort
In the spring of 2015, the University of Albany took a huge step towards a sustainable future…they put new trash and recycling bins on the first floor of the University…
Preservation 101 – Ten Week Certificate Course
The Northeast Document Conservation Center is offering a ten-week, interactive, online, instructor-led course, PRESERVATION 101: Preservation Basics for Paper and Media Collections. Course begins May 26, 2016. Registration deadline is…
Audio Preservation Event at Syracuse University
Did you know that Syracuse University’s Belfer Audio Archive was one of the first centers for audio preservation in the nation and that it remains one of the largest audio…
Intro to Archives (Online Course)
Intro to Archives: This online course offered by Preserve This starts on March 14, 2016. It is a completely self-paced online course designed to be completed within 4 weeks. Participants…
lynda.com – Communication in the 21st Century Classroom
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Urban Librarians Conference
Interested in weird library science? That’s the theme for this year’s Urban Librarians Unite conference! 4th Annual Conference May 6th 2016 S. Stevan Dweck Center for Contemporary Culture, Brooklyn Public…
Upcoming March Classes from NN/LM MAR
The National Library of Medicine Mid-Atlantic Region is hosting the following online classes in March. All are welcome to attend these great offerings. * Discovering TOXNET® (4 weeks modular) Begins…
NYLA Advocacy Day 2016
On Wednesday, March 2 the advocacy bus pulled out of the CLRC parking lot at 6:30 am and headed east to Albany for a day of talking (and walking). Take…
Lyrasis Webinars on Digitization and Preservation Offered in March
LYRASIS is offering a range of online classes this month on preservation and digitization topics including local history, caring for scrapbooks, photograph preservation, and more. There is also a free…
lynda.com – Adobe Social Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Gale Webinars for March
Gale has scheduled the following webinars for NOVELNY databases for March. Please see dates, times and registration information below. Thursday, March 10, 2016 3:00 PM (45 mins) Gear Up for…
Scholastic Webinars for March
Scholastic has scheduled the following webinars for NOVELNY databases for March. Please see dates, times and registration information below. March 24, 2016 3:30pm Blending Scholastic GO! with Common Core, Social…
Public Librarian Certificate Applications and Renewals
Important information regarding Public Librarian Certificate applications and 5-year renewals New Applications All new applications for public librarian certification must be made through the portal at http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/cert/index.html. The application in…
Weekly Update – 2/24/2016
Weekly Update for February 24, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Documentary Heritage Program – Information for NY’s Historical Records Repositories
Take a look at some of these offering coming up in the next few weeks… February 25, 2016 – The New “People & Process” Pitfalls Every NY Nonprofit Should Know…
Utica Public Library Announces CommuniTeach
The Utica Public Library wants to know what you know, and wants to share it with the community. The library has a new program called CommuniTeach, where people can share…
Nominate an Outstanding Trustee or Library Friend – Friday Deadline
A reminder that the deadline for submitting nominations for any of the three Library Trustees Association awards is Friday, February 26. The 2016 LTA Trustee Institute will be held at…
FFL’s Sue Considine Receives Charlie Robinson Award
Congratulations to Sue from CLRC and members! Fayetteville Free Library (FFL) is proud to announce Executive Director Sue Considine has been awarded the prestigious American Library Association (ALA), Public Library…
This Week’s Sustainability Spotlight – the Return on Investment for Telecommuting Librarians
A study, conducted by Fraunhofer USA, found that in a single year teleworking reduced annual vehicle miles by 1,400 miles per telecommuter, and fuel consumption by 680 million gallons. In…
lynda.com – Vimeo Projects for Creative Professionals
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 2/17/2016
Weekly Update for February 17, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
This Week’s Sustainability Spotlight: Mt. Kisco Elementary Garden
It may only be mid-February, but it’s not too soon to be thinking about green things growing. Take a leaf out of Mt. Kisco Elementary School (NY) Library’s book and…
lynda.com – Media Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
CLRC Office Closed on Monday, February 15
In observance of the Presidents’ Day holiday, CLRC will be closed. The office will reopen at 8:30 am on Tuesday, February 16.
New York Heritage February Newsletter
Take a look at this month’s newsletter, featuring the Floral Fete Collection from the Saratoga Springs Public Library. The Floral Fete Collection contains souvenir programs, photographs, postcards, stereo views, articles,…
Weekly Update – 2/10/2016
Weekly Update for February 10, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Celebrating Black History Month in New York Heritage
In honor of Black History Month, CLRC’s featured collection recognizes our region’s rich African-American cultural heritage. Onondaga Community College’s A History of the Black Community of Syracuse collection consists of photographs and…
Upcoming Webinar – Referring Patrons to Reliable Immigration Services and Information
This timely webinar is offered by the NN/LM New England Region… Friday March 4th 10:30 -11:30 am Description: US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is the US Government branch of…
NN/LM Resources on Zika Virus
The National Library of Medicine (NLM) in response to an increase in requests for information on the Zika Virus has put together resources to share with members of your community.…
Take the CLRC Bus to Albany for NYLA Advocacy Day – March 2
REGISTER TODAY Seats are filling up. About Advocacy Day: CLRC is chartering a bus to Albany to take library supporters to Library Advocacy Day. This event, sponsored by NYLA –…
lynda.com – WordPress: Building Child Themes
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Computers in Libraries Conference – ESLN Discount
There’s still time! Discounted registration is available until this Friday, February 12. CLRC is offering its members a discounted registration rate for the Computers in Libraries Conference through the Empire…
Deirdre Joyce Named to 2016 Cohort of Archives Leadership Institute
CLRC’s Assistant Director, Déirdre Joyce, has been selected to participate in the 2016 cohort of the Archives Leadership Institute (ALI). With 75 applicants vying for a position in the 2016 cohort at Berea…
Weekly Update – 2/03/2016
Weekly Update for February 3, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Sustainability Spotlight
Kingston Library Pledges to Go Green! The Kingston Library, located in Kingston, New York, made a pledge in 2010 to consider climate change adaptation, to gather and track emissions data,…
CSMCL Grant to Purchase Multicultural Books
The Center for the Study of Multicultural Children’s Literature (CSMCL) advocates for multicultural children’s literature and includes librarians, teachers, parents, caregivers, students, and experts in the field of children’s literature.…
ALA Leadership Institute Accepting Applications
Leading to the Future August 8-11 Eaglewood Resort, Itasca, Illinois Applications accepted through April 15, 2016. Limited to 40 mid-career librarians. This four-day immersive leadership development program will be led…
Storify: Reinventing the Library
Last Friday I attended the Reinventing the Library event sponsored by SUNY’s Conversations in the Discipline. For the Storify on this event as well as some annotations from the conversations,…
lynda.com – Office Sway: First Look
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Grant Opportunity to Digitize Rare Content Collections
Have something rare in your collection? Digitizing Hidden Special Collections and Archives This initiative of the Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR), is intended to help digitize collections of…
Grant Opportunity – Conservation Treatment Procedures
New York State collections could get a spa day with this grant opportunity from GHHN. Greater Hudson Heritage Network: Conservation Treatment Grant Program The Greater Hudson Heritage Network (GHHN) is…
Weekly Update – 1/27/2016
Weekly Update for January 27, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
NYLA Webinar for Small Libraries
Navigating the Small Library Gauntlet Webinar Thursday, February 11 2:00 – 3:00 PM REGISTER HERE How do you lead a small library, strengthen local identity, collaborate with larger libraries, and…
Rate NYLA Proposals for the Annual Conference…
…and you could be one of the lucky respondents selected to receive a $15 Amazon Gift Card. One gift card will be awarded from each program track. Provide your name…
lynda.com – Writing to be Heard on LinkedIn
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Coming in July – Academic Libraries Conference
Untethering the Academic Librarian July 14 and 15, 2016 Syracuse University Keynote Speakers: * Dr. R. David Lankes, Professor and Dean’s Scholar for the New Librarianship, Syracuse University’s iSchool *…
NYLA Offers Early Literacy Webinar for Public Libraries
If you missed participating in the recent early literacy webinars offered by CLRC, here’s an opportunity to join NYLA for an upcoming session for public libraries. Exploring Early Literacy in…
NN/LM MAR Hosts Webinars on Summer Reading
Interested in resources to help support your 2016 summer reading program? This year’s focus is on health, wellness, sports and achievement. The National Network Libraries of Medicine, Mid-Atlantic Region will…
MLIS Workshop
The MLIS program in the iSchool at Syracuse University will be hosting a Resume Review & Mock Interview Workshop to give students a chance to receive feedback from information professionals…
Literacy Grant Opportunity
The Dollar General Literacy Foundation supports nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and libraries that offer literacy programs in communities served by Dollar General in 43 states. Currently the Foundation is accepting…
Preservation Assistance Grants Now Available to Small and Medium Institutions – FREE WEBINARS from Lyrasis!
The 2016 deadline for Preservation Assistance Grants for Smaller Institutions (for projects beginning in January 2017) is May 3, 2016. It’s time to start planning your project now! Preservation Assistance…
Weekly Update – 1/20/2016
Weekly Update for January 20, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Help Improve Wikipedia and Win $25 from CLRC!
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lynda.com – Creating a Poster with Adobe Mobile Apps
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Apply for a Documentary Heritage Grant!
Each year, the New York State Education Department (NYSED) makes funds available to New York State Institutions through its Documentary Heritage Program Grants. These grants assist New York State non-profits…
Weekly Update – 1/14/2016
Weekly Update for January 14, 2016 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
New York Heritage – January Newsletter
This month, New York Heritage Digital Collections proudly spotlights the Allan Herschell Ride Archive from the Carousel Society of the Niagara Frontier’s Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum. This digital collection consists…
SUNYLA Midwinter Online Conference – February 5
DIY Toolbox: Library Innovation on a Shoestring February 5 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. This is a FREE online conference – REGISTER HERE View Conference schedule HERE. New low-cost and…
lynda.com – YouTube Projects for Business and Marketing
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
WebJunction Webinars Offered in January
Start your new year with a professional development class or two. Titles of January Programs ADVOCACY · Jan. 19: Showcasing Your Library: FDLP Promotional Tools & Tactics (Federal Depository…
Grant Opportunity – Community Garden Projects
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company’s GRO1000 Grassroots Grants help foster the development of gardens and green spaces in the United States. Grants of up to $1,500 are awarded to local communities throughout…
SU iSchool Seeks Spring Projects for Library Planning, Marketing and Assessment Class
Does your library need help planning a project? Marketing a service? The Syracuse University iSchool is seeking 5-6 projects for the spring semester of IST 613 – Library Planning, Marketing…
“The Role of Trustees in Planning and Evaluation” – Archived Webinar Available
Here’s a new year gift to pass along to your library trustees… The Role of Trustees in Planning and Evaluation – this free archived webinar is now available. The New…
lynda.com – Mac OS X El Capitan Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
lynda.com – Moodboards for Web Designers
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
CLRC Offices Closed for the Holiday Week
Our office will be closed on Thursday, December 24 and will reopen on Monday, January 4. The CLRC staff – Debby, Déirdre, Matthew, Anna, Angela and Ryan – wish you…
NOVELNY Webinars Offered January to May
New year’s resolution: take a continuing education class. The following webinars will be offered in early 2016 for NOVELNY databases. Thursday, January 14, 2016 3:00 PM Kids InfoBits is Going…
NYLA Needs Your Library Horror Stories
Boy, do CLRC member libraries have some stories… Outdated heating and/or cooling equipment, out-of-service bathrooms or elevators, over-crowding, water damaged ceilings or flooring? Sound familiar? The New York Library Association…
Make the Switch to HTTPS
CLRC wants to help its members make sure their patrons’ privacy is secure. Take the pledge below and begin using HTTPS. Make your digital library services secure and private. The…
Weekly Update – 12/22/2015
Weekly Update for December 22, 2015 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Reinventing the Library: The Future Role of Libraries Within SUNY and Beyond
Join your peers from across the state as we come together to discuss the spaces, services, and collections we offer to our faculty and students and how they support learning…
Diversity in Libraries: thoughts from the ACRL/NY Symposium
This post is by Kelly Delevan, Instructional Services Librarian at Le Moyne College. She was a recipient of one of CLRC’s Professional Development Awards, which she used to attend the ACRL/NY 2015…
Victorian Yuletide Exhibit at MWPAI
Curious where some of the Christmas carols and traditions originated? Head over to the Munson-Williams-Proctor Art Institute in Utica for their holiday exhibit. The show runs through January 3. Happy…
Save the Date – 2016 NYLA Library Advocacy Day
Save the date! Wednesday, March 2, 2016 is Library Advocacy Day in Albany. This annual opportunity for library supporters to meet with their elected officials in our state capitol is…
lynda.com – Up and Running with Public Data Sets
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Community Garden Spaces Grant Opportunity
Time to be thinking about spring in Central New York… Project Orange Thumb is dedicated to supporting the community garden movement throughout the U.S. and Canada. Fiskars’ garden grants provide…
Weekly Update – 12/16/2015
Weekly Update for December 16, 2015 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
NY 3Rs to Become Empire State Library Network
The NYS Board of Regents recently approved a name change for the NY 3Rs Association, Inc. Beginning in January 2016, we will be using our new name – Empire State…
NYS Historic Newspapers – December Newsletter
The NYS Historic Newspapers project provides free online access to a wide range of newspapers chosen to reflect New York’s unique history. Click here to view the December newsletter.
Western Regional Council Offers Webinars in Jan/Feb
CLRC members get the NY3Rs discounted rates to these winter webinars hosted by WNYLRC in January and February. Sign up for three or more and get a surprise! For details…
CFTB Seeking Literacy Award Nominations
The Empire State Center for the Book (with the generous support of David Rubenstein and the Library of Congress) is seeking nominations for a state literacy award to be given…
lynda.com – Up and Running with Edmodo
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Herkimer-Oneida-Madison Library Supporters “Speed Date” Their Legislators
The setting: the upstairs room at the beautiful Utica Public Library The meal: bagels, cream cheese, fruit and coffee The “dates”: representatives of Assemblyman Brindisi, Assemblyman Magee, Senator Griffo and…
NEH Grants for Museums, Libraries and Cultural Organizations
The National Endowment for the Humanities supports projects for general audiences that encourage active engagement with humanities ideas in creative and appealing ways. Many different formats are supported, including permanent…
Weekly Update – 12/09/2015
Weekly Update for December 9, 2015 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Syracuse Legislative Breakfast Was a Great (Speed) Date
Last Friday, library staff, supporters, trustees and patrons came together over Starbucks coffee and pastries to chat with regional representatives about library funding, and to tell their stories about how…
SUNYLA 2016 – Call for Proposals
Call for Proposals Deadline for workshops and presentation proposals: January 29, 2016 Libraries today are situated at a point of convergence: where traditional and innovative ideas, formats, and practices come…
A Message from NYLA – Speak Up for Library Aid
On the heels of CLRC’s legislative breakfasts… Governor Cuomo is finalizing his Executive Budget proposal, and NOW is the time to SPEAK UP FOR LIBRARY FUNDING! There are no assurances…
lynda.com – Mobile Marketing Fundamentals
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
CLRC Legislative Breakfast in Utica – Friday December 11
It’s time for the eastern regional CLRC Legislative Breakfast (yummy pastries and coffee) and the opportunity to chat with your legislator one-on-one. Thank your assembly member, senator, congress member or…
WebJunction Classes Offered in December
Thanks to Jamie Markus, Interim Wyoming State Librarian for compiling these classes. For more CE opportunities check the WebJunction Events Calendar. ASSESSMENT & PLANNING · Dec. 8: Evaluating Learning: What…
Tomorrow – Syracuse University iSchool Poster Session
See what future librarians are tackling… and a great way to spend a Friday afternoon. December 4 10:30 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. in Hinds Hall Parking is available within a…
Intro to Library of Congress Online Resources – Webinar
Wondering what’s new at the LOC and where to find it? Date: Tuesday, December 8 Time: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm Make the most of the Library’s online collections: photographs,…
Researching New York – A Report from Professional Development Award Recipient Jane Verostek!
CLRC offers awards for members pursuing professional development and continuing education opportunities. Learn more and apply today at clrc.org/pda We are extremely pleased to present the following report from one…
Weekly Update – 12/01/2015
Weekly Update for December 1, 2015 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
National Library Legislative Day – Washington, D.C.
Show Washington what Central New York libraries are made of. To register for NLLD and find Liaison Hotel information CLICK HERE. This two-day advocacy event brings hundreds of librarians, trustees,…
lynda.com – Communicating with Confidence
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 11/24/2015
Weekly Update for November 24, 2015 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
CLRC Exhibits at the CNY and Leatherstocking SLS Conferences
Last Wednesday (11/18) and Thursday (11/19), Assistant Director Deirdre Joyce exhibited at the SLS conferences for Central New York and Leatherstocking respectively. Our goals in exhibiting at both conferences were:…
Have a Program Idea for NYLA 2016?
The New York Library Association’s 2016 Annual Conference theme is: Strong. Strategic. Sustainable. Do you have a great idea(s) for a program? Submit your proposal(s) for consideration. Deadline is January…
Tully Free Library Turkey Trot
This Thursday (Thanksgiving), the Tully Free Library will host a fundraising Turkey Trot. The race begins at 9:00 am with all proceeds to benefit the library. Gobble up this chance…
lynda.com – WordPress Ecommerce: Core Concepts
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
30th Annual Gingerbread Gallery at Erie Canal Museum
The Erie Canal Museum, a CLRC heritage member, fills the upstairs gallery for the next month or so with creative cottages, sweet sugar houses and lots of oohs and aahs.…
A.I.M. to Be a Resource-Sharing Superhero – RECAP
Look up in the sky. It’s a bird. It’s a plane. It’s a resource-sharing superhero! CLRC, partnering with the South Central Regional Council, hosted the annual interlibrary loan workshop at…
lynda.com – Up and Running with Slack
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 11/11/2015
Weekly Update for November 11, 2015 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
News from Madison-Oneida BOCES SLS
Diana Wendell, director of the Madison-Oneida BOCES School Library System, recently returned from the American Association of School Librarians Conference in Columbus, Ohio. She presented a video poster at their…
Greater CNY School Library System Conference
The Transformational Power of School Libraries Wednesday, November 18 8:15 am – 3:00 pm OnCenter – Syracuse, New York CONFERENCE SCHEDULE REGISTER HERE Keynote Speaker: Eric Sheninger Eric is a…
There’s a New Director at Marcellus Free Library
Last year, Rene Batelle was demonstrating Google Glass to regional legislators and library supporters at CLRC’s Legislative Breakfast. This year, she has been appointed the new director at the Marcellus…
FFL Fab Lab Featured in ‘The Week’
The Fayetteville Free Library was featured in an article in The Week highlighting the FFL Fab Lab, FFL Creation Lab and FFL Little Makers space. The article also highlights how public libraries…
lynda.com – Gamification of Learning
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
OCLC WebJunction Webinars Offered in November
Grab a warm cup of tea and learn at your desk. Visit the WebJunction Events Calendar to register. Thanks to Jamie Markus, Interim Wyoming State Librarian for compiling and sharing…
30th Annual Leatherstocking SLS Conference
School Librarians As Leaders Thursday, November 19 7:30am – 3:25pm The Vernon Downs Hotel – Vernon, New York CLICK HERE to download conference brochure. Keynote Speaker: Shannon McClintock Miller School…
Support CLRC at the Fresh Ideas Summit November 19th! Up to $10K On the Line!
CLRC would like to invite the Central New York library community to join us at the Everson Museum on November 19th to support its CNYFi initiative and library volunteer proposal,…
First Monday at Upstate Cancer Center – RECAP
After a long summer hiatus, CLRC once again offered a First Monday visit, this time hosted by the Upstate Cancer Center. Thank you to Clare Rauch, Clinical Reference and Cancer…
NYLA Offers Humanities Resources for Libraries Webinar
The New York Library Association is partnering with the New York Council for the Humanities to bring… Humanities Resources for Libraries Thursday, November 12 2:00 to 3:00 pm Online at…
2015 Edition of New York Library Trustees Handbook is Now Available
News for your library trustees. The 2015 edition of the Handbook for Library Trustees of New York State is now available online on the New York State Library’s website at…
lynda.com – Avoiding Burnout
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Grant Opportunity for Museum Collaboration
Museums Connect: Building Global Communities is designed to strengthen connections and cultural understanding between people in the United States and abroad through collaborative and innovative projects facilitated by museums. Initiative…
Weekly Update – 10/27/2015
Weekly Update for October 27, 2015 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
CLRC Legislative Breakfast – Coming in December
It’s time for the CLRC Legislative Breakfasts (yummy pastries and coffee) and the opportunity to chat with your regional legislator one-on-one. Thank your assembly member, senator, congress member or representative…
Debby Emerson Installed as 2015-2016 NYLA President
Last Friday, the New York Library Association gavel was passed on to CLRC’s Executive Director, Debby Emerson. As the new president of NYLA, Debby spoke about her commitment and vision…
WorldCat Discovery Training Classes
Upcoming WorldCat Discovery Training Classes OCLC offers WorldCat® Discovery Services training in multiple formats. Instructor-led and self-paced training options, video tutorials and documentation provide the information you need to begin…
Upcoming Happenings at Local Libraries
Take a short drive and visit our neighboring libraries for some fun programs. Sullivan Free Library, Chittenango Thursday, October 29 6:00 pm Studies show coloring reduces stress by distraction and…
lynda.com – Bootstrap Layouts: Responsive Single-Page Design
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
CLRC Annual Membership Meeting – RECAP
Rebekkah Smith Aldrich, passionate library advocate and sustainability guru, presented a workshop on engaging, empowering and exciting ourselves to advocate for all types of libraries. Her enthusiasm was infectious. Later…
lynda.com – Cleaning and Repairing Audio with Audacity
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Grant Opportunity for Undergraduate STEM
The National Science Foundation has announced grant opportunities in several program areas through the Improving Undergraduate STEM Education: Education and Human Resources. The program provides support to address immediate challenges…
Weekly Update – 10/15/2015
Weekly Update for October 15, 2015 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Grant Opportunity for School Libraries in Low-Income Communities
The mission of the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries is to help school libraries encourage and foster a love of reading, support student learning, and make books and reading…
iSchool Receives IMLS Grant to Catalog Human Books
Three CLRC member libraries are partnering on a project to identify and catalog human expertise as a resource for the community. Syracuse University School of Information Studies is taking the…
Member Event – Agri-Culture Exhibit at New Woodstock Free Library
If you haven’t had a chance to check out the latest exhibit at the New Woodstock Free Library, head on down. The “agri-cultural” exhibit of photos, artifacts, literature and information…
Professional Development Award Announcement – Kelly Delevan – Le Moyne College
CLRC is excited to announce our most recent Professional Development Award recipient: Kelly Delevan Instructional Service Librarian Le Moyne College Delevan will be using he funds to attend the…
Madison County Reads Ahead Looking for Tutors
Looking to promote your love of reading? Madison County Reads Ahead has an immediate need for volunteer tutors to commit to 2 or 3 hours per week. Upcoming tutor training…
Library Assistants’ Day – Recap
The 8th Annual Library Assistants’ Day was held on October 1. Library paraprofessionals from around the state were drawn to Syracuse for a day of fun, camaraderie and learning. The…
BOCES Hosts NYS Social Studies Framework Workshop
On October 6, CLRC member, Madison-Oneida BOCES School Library System and the Madison-Oneida BOCES Staff and Curriculum Development departments, collaborated on the first of a series of workshops rolling out…
lynda.com – Writing Business Reports
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Budget Cuts Proposed for New Hartford Library
Library advocacy is more crucial now than ever before. The proposed New Hartford town budget for the upcoming year would cut the New Hartford Public Library funding by 25% –…
FFL Participates in Governor’s Technology Education Roundtable
Great exposure for central New York libraries… Fayetteville Free Library Executive Director, Sue Considine, was proud to participate in the Governor’s Technology Education Roundtable meeting at the Tech Garden in…
December Copyright Workshop Hosted by BOCES SLS
Regional librarians and staff have two opportunities to hear this timely presentation. December 3 Oneida Herkimer BOCES SLS REGISTER HERE December 4 Madison/Oneida BOCES SLS REGISTER HERE FAIR USE GUIDELINES…
ProQuest and Ex Libris Join to Accelerate Innovation for Libraries Worldwide
Complementary capabilities will break new ground in helping libraries meet evolving needs; current products to be supported and enriched ANN ARBOR, MI, and JERUSALEM, Israel, October 6, 2015 – ProQuest,…
Carol Johnson Says Farewell to Marcellus Library and Hello to Mundy
Carol Johnson, cleared her desk last Friday, after serving 10 years as the director of the Marcellus Free Library. She will be moving her stuff over to Mundy Branch Library…
NEDCC’s Fall Webinar Schedule
Check out these great preservation webinars offered by the Northeast Document Conservation Center. FALL 2015 WEBINAR LINEUP: October 7 – Digitizing Personal Photographs October 13 – Planning for Audiovisual Reformatting…
lynda.com – GIMP Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 9/23/2015
Weekly Update for September 23, 2015 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
iSchool, Coulter Library and Fayetteville Free Library Partner on IMLS Grant
Syracuse University’s School of Information Studies (iSchool) will partner with Coulter Library at Onondaga Community College and Fayetteville Free Library to design a Community Profile System to include human expertise,…
2015 NYLA Conference Volunteers Needed
The New York Library Association needs volunteers to help out before and during this year’s Annual Conference and Trade Show to be held in Lake Placid from October 21 -24,…
lynda.com – Design the Web: Creating an Event Countdown
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
The 2015 State Fair Libraries Booth in Pictures
Take a look at some of the faces that visited the New York Libraries exhibit booth at this year’s State Fair. Thanks to Senator DeFrancisco for stopping by for a…
Erie Canal Museum Looking for Gingerbread Houses
Do you have leftover M&Ms or nilla wafers? How creative are you or others at your library? CLRC Heritage member, the Erie Canal Museum, is seeking submissions for their 2015…
Grant Opportunity for Teachers and Librarians
The Ezra Jack Keats Foundation, which fosters children’s love of reading and creative expression in our diverse culture, is sending out a call for proposals that reflect the work and…
Oneida County Historical Society Names Hall of Fame Inductees
Congratulations go out to Darby O’Brien, director of the Utica Public Library. Darby was recently inducted into the Oneida County Historical Society’s Historical Hall of Fame. She was one of…
OCLC Member Forum Coming to Rochester
Message from OCLC: OCLC is coming to Rochester, New York…register today! Join us at Rochester Public Library in Rochester, New York, on Friday, October 2, for an OCLC Member Forum.…
The Great Steamboat Race Letters Featured in New York Heritage
As students are returning to school, this month’s featured collections in New York Heritage share a focus on STEM fields. CLRC’s featured collection, Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum‘s collection relating…
lynda.com – Grant Writing for Education
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Gale Webinars from September through December
Gale has scheduled the following webinars for NOVELNY databases for September through December. Please see dates, times and registration information below. Homework Help at the Public Library with NOVELNY…
Scholastic Webinars for September through December
Scholastic has scheduled the following webinars for NOVELNY databases for September through December. Please see dates, times and registration information below. September 15, 2015, 3:00pm Beyond the Intro to…
ESEA Reauthorization – Keep the Momentum Going for the Every Child Achieves Act
The time is NOW to contact your Senators and House Representatives! Congress is back from recess and will be trying to reach a compromise between the Senate and the House…
iConnect reminder message
This is a reminder to register your organization for iConnect, a chance to meet and talk with current LIS students at Syracuse University. Please feel free to share this invitation…
lynda.com – Sharing Photos with Instagram
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
State Education Department releases RFP for Funding for Public High School Equivalency Test Administration
Libraries are eligible to apply! September 3, 2015 State Education Department RFP – Funding for Public High School Equivalency (HSE) Test Administration – Libraries are Eligible to Apply – Proposals…
Nominate a Student Volunteer for Prudential Award
Do you have an exceptional student volunteer at your library? The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards is a nationwide program that honors young people in grades five to 12 who…
Weekly Update – 9/01/2015
Weekly Update for September 1, 2015 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
CLRC Awarded 2015 Sparks! Ignition Grant from IMLS
The Central NY Library Resources Council (CLRC) is the recipient of a 2015 Sparks! Ignition grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). The award of $17,750 supports…
The LibraryFarm is a Finalist!
The LibraryFarm, a program of the Northern Onondaga Public Library (NOPL), is a finalist in the Retale Community Garden Video contest. If NOPL wins, the cash prize will help them…
lynda.com – Using Customer Surveys to Improve Service
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Utica Public Library Hosts Fandemicon
“Nerd and geek culture has become much more accepted over the years.” So says Josh Carlson, Youth Services Director at the Utica Public Library. And the proof was in the…
lynda.com – Moodle Administration Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
An Opportunity to Connect with iSchool Students
Meredith Tornabene, Associate Director of Career Counseling at Syracuse University’s School of Information Studies (iSchool), invites you to attend iConnect, a new opportunity to connect with MLIS students. This idea…
Weekly Update – 8/19/2015
Weekly Update for August 19, 2015 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
FFL Featured on WCNY SciTech Now!
Did you tune in last week to the August 13th edition of WCNY’s SciTech Now!? The Fayetteville Free Library’s Fab Lab was featured on the show, spreading the word to…
NYLA Professional Development Opportunity – Teaching Skills for Librarians
The College of St. Rose and the New York Library Association (NYLA) are cooperatively offering a completely online professional development course for librarians. The modules include: * development…
Curiosity Creates – Grant Opportunity for Children’s Programming
The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) is offering over 75 grants of $7,500 each to help fund creativity programming in public libraries. The monies may be used to…
Area Libraries Receive Library Construction Awards
Several CLRC members are among the 182 libraries that will receive 2014-15 State Aid for Library Construction Awards. The awards were announced yesterday by NY State Librarian Bernard A. Margolis.…
lynda.com – Up and Running with Online Social Video
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Central New York Libraries to Offer “Check Out The Internet” Laptop and Hotspot Lending Programs
Starting this September, patrons at select libraries in Central New York will be able to take home laptop computers and 4g wireless hotspots for a period of three weeks. The…
Weekly Update – 8/11/2015
Weekly Update for August 11, 2015 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
Happy Hour & Trivia Was a Hit!
On Tuesday, August 11th, 25 library professionals from across CNY met up at Pascale’s Italian Bistro at Drumlins Country Club for drinks, snacks, trivia and a great time! Almost everyone…
Member Directors – Comings and Goings
CLRC member librarians in the news… A farewell to Stephen P. Weiter, current director of the Moon Library at SUNY ESF, as he heads west as the newly appointed Dean…
lynda.com – Cybersecurity with Cloud Computing
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Participate in Banned Book Week? Want To?
CLRC is looking for ways to support our members who participate in Banned Book Week at their libraries. We’re looking for anyone and everyone in our member libraries who organizes…
August Offerings from WebJunction
Looking for a cool way during these hot summer days to add to your job skills? WebJunction is offering these FREE webinars during the month of August. Thanks to Jamie…
NYLA Public Library Section Award Winners
It’s official! The 2015 NYLA Public Library Section (PLS) award winners are: NYLA Conference Scholarships: Sue Kowalski Judy Petrosillo Emily Kinney Laura Giunta Lois Papp Public Library Building Award:…
Weekly Update – 8/04/2015
Weekly Update for August 4, 2015 Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region.
lynda.com – Office for Mac 2016 New Features
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Three New Professional Development Award Recipients!
CLRC Is very excited to announce three new recipients of our Professional Development Award! Shari Taylor is Library Director of the Earlville Free Library in Earlville, NY, a member of…
Weekly Update – 7/28/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for July 28, 2015
Discounted Library Juice Academy Courses from CLRC!
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Mark Your Calendar – Library Happy Hour
Come have a cold beverage, meet and chat with colleagues, and enjoy some library trivia! August 11 5:00 to 7:00 pm Pascale’s Italian Bistro Drumlins Country Club 800 Nottingham Road,…
UNYOC Scholarship Opportunities – Applications Due This Week
The Upstate New York and Ontario Chapter of the Medical Library Association (UNYOC) is encouraging applications for the following awards. Library school students may also apply. Professional Development Award The…
lynda.com – Going Paperless: Start to Finish
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Libraries at the State Fair
The New York libraries exhibit booth at the 2015 State Fair is going to be awesome! There is still time to volunteer for a two-hour shift. You’ll have the opportunity…
Dewitt Community Library Hosts Murder Mystery
How are your detective skills? Slink on over to the Dewitt Community Library this Friday, July 24 for an evening of who-dun-it. Mystery author, Brian Abbott, a paralibrarian at DCL,…
Call for Submissions: Summer Food Programs at Libraries
It’s summertime, and that means sunshine, no school, summer reading, and summer meal programs at libraries! The New York Library Association (NYLA) wants to know what your library is doing…
Weekly Update – 7/21/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for July 21, 2015
“I Love My Librarian” Award Seeks Nominations
I Love My Librarian Award invites library users nationwide to recognize exceptional public, school, college, community or university librarians! Nominations are accepted online at ilovelibraries.org/ilovemylibrarian. Deadline is September 28. Up…
lynda.com – iBooks Author Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
NYS Historic Newspapers Newsletter
Hear ye, hear ye…the July newsletter of the NYS Historic Newspapers is here. The featured article this month is about using the HELP tab during your searching. Visit the NYS…
Oneida-Herkimer BOCES Offers Webinar on Virtual Makerspaces
Makerspaces in libraries are getting a lot of buzz lately. This webinar, offered by the Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES SLS, will show you how to create a Makerspace, even if you don’t…
Fletcher Steele Collection Featured in New York Heritage
July’s New York Heritage Spotlight Collection focuses on the Fletcher Steele Collection, a selection of landscape architecture photographs held by SUNY College of Environmental Science & Forestry. Born in Rochester, New…
Weekly Update – 7/14/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for July 14, 2015 And as an added bonus…
Library Card Sign Up Month Webinar
Joe Cool is coming to town and he wants a library card. The American Library Association is hosting a free webinar on July 21 to help you kick start a…
SU LIS Poster Session
Students in IST 511 (Introduction to the Library & Information Profession) will be giving a poster session on: Friday, Jul 17 1:30 to 4:00 p.m. Bird Library’s Peter Graham Scholarly…
Uncommon Approaches to the Common Core
Conference – August 11 and 12 Cultural Education Center, Albany REGISTER HERE Registration deadline: July 17 Registration fee: $61 Payment deadline: August 3 Make checks payable to: Regents Research Fund…
lynda.com – Using Office Shapes and SmartArt to Enhance Business Documents
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Assemblyman Al Stirpe’s 9th Annual Blood Drive
Please consider joining CLRC Assemblymember Al Stirpe in his annual lifesaver’s blood drive effort. Tuesday, July 21 Noon to 7:00 pm Driver’s Village, 5885 East Circle Drive, Cicero Sign up…
Submit a Pecha Kucha Presentation for NYLA Conference
The New York Library Association is now accepting submissions for the 2015 NYLA Pecha Kucha Presentations to take place at this year’s annual conference in Lake Placid. The Pecha Kucha…
Weekly Update – 7/07/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for July 7, 2015
ALA Great Stories Club Grant Available
The ALA Public Programs Office invites libraries to apply for a grant from the Great Stories Club. Grantees will host reading and discussion events for each of three selected book…
Serial Killers and Asylums at the Utica Public Library
Link: http://goo.gl/DlX1Bt This Thursday, July 9, author and filmmaker Michael Keene will speak at the Utica Public Library about his book “Question of Sanity: The True Story of Female Serial Killers…
The New Dewitt Community Library
Time to roll in the bulldozers? The Dewitt Community Library is looking forward to getting a new space…about 23,000 square feet of space. Double the amount of the current library.…
Free Access to Ancestry.com for NYS Residents
Good news for New York state genealogy buffs or libraries with patrons who are genealogy buffs. The New York State Archives has partnered with Ancestry.com to digitize some NYS records…
Training for Trustees and Library Directors – RSVP by July 9
You’re Invited! Click Here to Register Monday, July 13 at Fred & Harriet Taylor Memorial Library An open invitation to all trustees and directors (you do not need to be a…
Upcoming NN/LM MAR Hosted Sessions
Next week, NN/LM MAR is hosting the following sessions. Who, What When & Where Teach-Back and Health Literacy (Boost Box) – Join NN/LM MAR to learn about Teach Back and…
lynda.com – Creating a Responsive Website Design
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Rome Memorial Hospital’s Gail Barone Retires
Gail Barone, the Director of Education and Libraries, has been at Rome Memorial Hospital, one of CLRC’s circuit hospital members, for 41 years. She was the hospital educator, responsible for…
Scholarship for Rural Library Staff to Attend the NYLA Conference
Do you know of anyone that would benefit from this scholarship? Pass the word. Application deadline is July 15, 2015. The Rural Libraries Roundtable (RLRT) is pleased to offer a…
Free Online Training in July from WebJunction
The lazy, hazy days of summer are here. A great time to catch up on some professional development opportunities. Thanks to Jamie Markus from the Wyoming State Library for compiling…
2015 Jospeh F. Shubert Library Excellence Award
JOSEPH F. SHUBERT LIBRARY EXCELLENCE AWARD APPLICATIONS DUE AUGUST 15, 2015 Jacquelyn Thresher, Chair of the New York State Regents Advisory Council on Libraries, announced today that applications…
lynda.com – Up and Running with Excel What-If Analysis
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 6/23/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for June 23, 2015
OCC Joins Achieving the Dream
Achieving the Dream works with community colleges across the country to help over 4 million students improve in their studies, graduate and have a better chance for greater economic opportunity…
Report from SLA 2015
Read the report from CLRC’s first Professional Development Award recipient, Ruth Owens, from the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. Ruth attended the SLA Annual Conference in Boston where…
Two Big Library Wins
This announcement comes from Libby Post, President and CEO of Communication Services: There were two big wins for the library community on Tuesday, June 23. The Dunkirk Free Library won…
Today, Tomorrow, Thursday – Live Streamed ILEAD Keynote Presentations
CLRC member, the Mid-York Library System, is partnering with the New York State Library and the New York Library Association to offer three ILEAD USA keynote addresses which will be…
NYLA Goes on the Road
Roll out the blacktop for Jeremy & Jack’s Excellent Library Adventure 2015! Jeremy Johannesen, New York Library Association’s (NYLA) Executive Director, and his son Jack, will be hitting the road…
Integration of Google Apps for Education into Gale in Context
Integration of Google Apps for Education into Gale In Context In an effort to better connect your library’s resources to the user workflow, we are pleased to announce the…
2015-16 NOVELNY Databases Announcement Update
All of the databases listed below will be part of NOVELNY in 2015-2016, except for the National Newspaper Index. On August 7, the National Newspaper Index will become part of…
Hamilton Public Library Hosts Life-Size Board Game
Central New York libraries have definitely got a “Clue”? It was Professor Plum in the Billiard Room with a rope. Hamilton Public Library will be hosting a life-sized version of…
lynda.com – YouTube Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
State Law Requires Every Public Library Trustee to Take an Oath of Office
IMPORTANT REMINDER: Many library trustees begin their terms on July 1. New York State Public Officer’s Law §10 requires all public library trustees to take an oath of office within…
CLRC Announces Recipients of Member RBDB Grants
CLRC is happy to announce the recipients of 2015 member library RBDB funding: Moon Library, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry: $10,500 for the project, Conversion/Digitization and Preservation of…
Frederick Lawrence Pomeroy Collection Featured in New York Heritage
This month New York Heritage is spotlighting the Frederick Lawrence Pomeroy Collection as one of its featured collections. As Assistant General Traffic Manager with the New York Central Railroad, Frederick Lawrence Pomeroy (1855-1906)…
National Maritime Heritage Grant
The National Maritime Heritage Grants Program provides support for education and preservation projects focusing on historic maritime resources. Approximately $1.7 million of funds are available for 2015. Application deadline is…
Changes on the Hill
Dean of Syracuse University College of Law Takes Leave The dean at the College of Law, Hannah Arterian, will be stepping down from her post beginning August 1 to take…
Middleville Free Library Celebrates 100 Years
Congratulations and happy birthday to Middleville Free Library on turning 100 years old. The library is part of the Mid-York Library System. Back in 1915, the library opened its doors…
Weekly Update – 6/16/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for June 16, 2015
Welcome Jennifer Milligan – Manlius Library
A hello note from the new Director of the Manlius Library… I am so excited to introduce myself as the new Director of the Manlius Library! Prior to coming to…
Discounted Registration for Internet Librarian Conference
Location Monterey Conference Center 1 Portola Plaza Monterey, CA 93940 Date: 10/26/15 – 10/28/15 Once again, the NY 3Rs Association, Inc. is partnering with Information Today to provide discounted…
lynda.com – Up and Running with Articulate Storyline
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
New York Libraries Exhibit at the New York State Fair
New York libraries love the Fair! Plans are underway to make the 2015 New York State Fair Libraries Booth bigger and better than ever! More Information from CLRC If you…
Wilder Homestead Receives National Recognition
The New York Library Association (NYLA), in conjunction with the Empire State Center for the Book, has secured Literary Landmark™ status for the Wilder Homestead in Burke (Franklin County). United…
Weekly Update – 6/09/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for June 9, 2015
Lemoyne College Adopts New Admissions Policy
CLRC academic member in transition… Beginning in the Fall of 2016, prospective students looking to study at Lemoyne College will have the option of withholding their SAT and ACT scores…
lynda.com – Foundations of UX: Multidevice Design
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
University at Buffalo Offers Scholarships for Online Courses
The Graduate School of Education at UB is offering a variety of 1 credit hour professional development courses for educators and community members during the fall 2015 semester. Whether you…
Tour a Cemetery This Summer
Looking for something fun to do this summer? How about a tour of the Oakwood Cemetery with Sue Greenhagen. (retired Morrisville State College librarian, Town of Eaton and Village of…
Heritage Preservation Grant
The Common Heritage Program recognizes that members of the public—in partnership with libraries, museums, archives, and historical organizations—have much to contribute to the understanding of our cultural mosaic. The program…
Historic Auburn Newspapers Now Online
More than 3,500 pages of historic newspapers covering the greater Auburn area are now available for free online use at NYS Historic Newspapers. These newspapers were recently added to the…
WebJunction Webinars Offered in June
Thanks to SCRLC, our sister Council, for re-sharing this list of June’s WebJunction training opportunities. It was originally compiled and shared by Jamie Markus, Library Development Manager for the Wyoming…
ALA Offering Library Support Staff Info Webinar
While you’re waiting for the 8th Annual Library Assistants’ Day to roll around (October 1st at the Doubletree Hotel, Carrier Circle, Syracuse), why not check out this free informational webinar.…
Weekly Update – 6/02/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for June 2, 2015
Upcoming NN/LM MAR Training Webinars
NN/LM MAR and the National Training Center are hosting the following upcoming trainings of interest. Feel free to share with colleagues and others within your institutions: ** Awardee Project Reports…
Rural Libraries Scholarship for NYLA
The Rural Libraries Roundtable (RLRT) of NYLA is pleased to offer a Conference Scholarship to encourage rural librarians (professional degree not required), currently a member of RLRT, to participate in…
FFL Director Will Participate in National Maker Events
Fayetteville Free Library Executive Director, Sue Considine, is spreading the word about their Maker movement. She has been invited to participate these upcoming events: Capitol Hill Maker Faire on June…
Senator Farley Sponsors Bill to Help Libraries Help Patrons
Senator Hugh Farley recently said, “Libraries play an important role in their communities. Their programs and resources benefit recreational readers, students, business owners and job seekers. This bill would help…
New Exhibit at Everson Museum Features Local Artist
Handmade: The Art of Susan Roth June 6 through August 30 Everson Museum of Art Elizabeth Dunbar, Everson’s president who also curated the show, says “Susan has a great sense…
CLRC Member Wins CNY Best Place to Work
The word is out, the prize is in hand. Congratulations to CLRC’s long-standing member organization, Bond, Schoeneck and King, for being recognized as one of Central New York’s top ten…
lynda.com – Google Analytics Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Register Today for the Uncommon Core Conference
Uncommon Approaches to the Common Core Conference August 11 & 12 Cultural Education Center, Albany Fee: $61 The Uncommon Approaches to the Common Core annual conference has a target audience…
Grant Available for Youth Education in STEM
Libraries are fast becoming front runners in STEAM education. Here’s an opportunity from the American Honda Foundation for funding a program in your library. The American Honda Foundation supports nonprofit…
NY3Rs Sponsoring Webinars on Kanopy Video Streaming
Here’s your chance to learn more about Kanopy. And it’s free. The NY 3Rs Association Inc. is sponsoring two webinar sessions on the video streaming, patron driven acquisition (PDA) service…
Scholastic Webinars Scheduled for June
Scholastic has scheduled the following webinars for NOVELNY databases for June. Please see dates, times and registration information below. June 4, 2015, 3:00pm Beyond the Intro to GO! Now…
Gale Webinars Scheduled for June
Gale has scheduled the following webinars for NOVELNY databases for June. Please see dates, times and registration information below. Promoting eResources at Public Libraries Friday, June 5, 2015 10:00…
SMART Seeks Speakers for Flash Talks at NYLA Conference
Calling all “smart” librarians in the central New York area. Here’s an opportunity to showcase your work at the NYLA conference in Lake Placid in October. NYLA SMART is looking…
NYAC Registration Reminder
This is a reminder to register soon for the 2015 New York Archives Conference, to be held June 3-5 in Fredonia, NY! Your registration should be completed no later than…
lynda.com – Dealing with a Difficult Boss
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Weekly Update – 5/19/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for May 19, 2015
NY3Rs Offers Discount on RDA Toolkit
For the third year, the New York 3Rs Association, Inc. is pleased to announce discounted services for group licensing for libraries throughout New York. If your library is implementing or…
NY3Rs Webinar Series – Using Data for Peer Benchmarking & Best Practices
NEXT WEEK Here’s a FREE opportunity to learn about using data to benefit your library. And the added benefit…learn at your desk. Using Data for Peer Benchmarking and Best Practices…
lynda.com – 3D Printing in the Classroom
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
USA Freedom Act of 2015
As you may have heard, last night the House passed the USA Freedom Act of 2015. The bill will finally end the “bulk collection” of Americans’ library, phone and many…
MYLS Launches New Language Program
Patrons from our Mid-York member libraries in Madison, Oneida, and Herkimer counties will now be able to painlessly learn a foreign language (or English) thanks to Transparent Language Online. The…
Do Your Patrons Have Questions about the ACA?
Recently added to the CLRC professional collection library… Care to take a peek at the book? You may request it through your interlibrary loan (OCLC #891941675) or contact Anna. View…
OCLC Webinar – Library Linked Data in the Cloud
A learn at your desk opportunity from OCLC. Next week – Thursday, May 21, 11:00 am – 12:00 noon Target audience: Librarians and archivists interested in modeling bibliographic descriptions as…
Canastota Library Board has Vacancy
Do you live within the boundary of the Canastota School District? Interested in helping shape the future of the Canastota Public Library? The Canastota Public Library Board of Trustees will…
Webinar – Intro to LOC Online Resources
Ever wondered what’s available to your patrons from the Library of Congress? Here’s an at-your-desk opportunity to find out. Intro to Library of Congress Online Resources Wednesday, May 20 3:00…
Weekly Update – 5/12/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for May 12, 2015
NYLA e-Institute Webinars in June
Some great classes are available from NYLA next month. Learn from your desk. Freedom or the Status Quo: Congress’ Failure to Protect Our Privacy in the Digital Age June 9th,…
lynda.com – Unity 4.3 Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
RECAP – First Monday – Noreen Reale Falcone Library
Sometimes less is more. And the Lemoyne College library can prove it. Thanks to Library Director, Bob Johnston, and Access Services Librarian, Lisa Chaudhuri, for taking a beautiful afternoon to…
NY3Rs Offers Kanopy Video Streaming
Who doesn’t like a discount? NY3Rs is now offering a reduced price for Kanopy Video Streaming. But, there are some conditions…new libraries who wish to join under the NY3Rs program…
Weekly Update – 5/05/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for May 5, 2015
ALLUNY Spring Institute
Calling all Central New York law librarians… The Association of Law Libraries of Upstate New York Spring Institute, will be held next Friday, May 15 at the Syracuse University Law…
lynda.com – Writing Marketing Copy
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Funding Available for Digitizing Out-of-Print Humanities Books
Do you have any books in your collections that could be digitized with these funds? The Humanities Open Book Program, jointly sponsored by NEH and the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation,…
Mid-York Library System Chosen for Boilermaker Program
If you’re not a runner, consider being a donor. The Boilermaker in Utica, is a 15K race established in 1978. It started with 800 runners and has grown to over…
New York Archives Conference Grants Available
The Deadline to apply for a New York Archives Conference Professional Development Grant to attend the 2015 meeting at SUNY Fredonia, June 3-5, has been extended to May 13th, at…
Weekly Update – 4/28/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for April 28, 2015
WorldCat Discovery Training
OCLC offers WorldCat® Discovery Services training in multiple formats. Instructor-led and self-paced training options, video tutorials and documentation provide the information you need to begin using WorldCat Discovery. Courses are…
Human Library at Soule Branch
Soule Branch Library will hold its second annual Human Library Event tonight from 5:15-7:15 pm at the library. What is a Human Library, you ask? It is a way for…
lynda.com – IT Security Fundamentals
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
CLRC’s First Professional Development Award Recipient – Ruth M. Owens – SUNY ESF
CLRC is extremely happy to announce that Ruth M. Owens, MSLIS, who is Assistant Librarian at SUNY ESF is the first recipient of CLRC’s Professional Development Award. Ruth will be…
2015 NYS Teen Video Challenge Winner
Central New York is a winner! This year’s top New York State Teen Video Challenge award went to a CLRC member library – Dewitt Community Library. Unmask Your Imagination was…
SAVE THE DATE – 8th Annual Library Assistants’ Day
A one-day conference for paralibrarians, where at the end of the day we hear, “Can’t wait for the next one!” October 1 Doubletree Hotel, Carrier Circle, Syracuse Now in its…
Weekly Update – 4/21/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for April 21, 2015
CLRC Unveils LFL – Thanks to Many
Just like a “big” community library, a Little Free Library stands because of the efforts of many people. Last week, CLRC unveiled a LFL across the road from our office.…
What are you doing for Preservation Week?
So, next week is Preservation Week! What is your library doing to prepare/celebrate/advance preservation concerns? What is Preservation Week, you might ask? From ALA: In 2005 the first comprehensive national…
Common Heritage Program Grant from NEH
The National Endowment for the Humanities invites historical societies, libraries, archives, museums, colleges and other local institutions to apply for the Common Heritage grant program, the first federal grant program…
FFL Hosts NYLA Council Meet & Greet
On Thursday, May 7 from 3:30 to 4:30 pm, the Fayetteville Free Library will be hosting a ‘Meet & Greet’ Reception with members of the New York Library Association (NYLA)…
April is School Library Month –
School Library Month is the American Association of School Librarians’ (AASL) celebration of school librarians and their programs. Every April school librarians are encouraged to create activities to help their…
lynda.com – Body Language for Leaders
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
CNY Historical Images Now in DPLA!
The Central New York Library Resources Council and Empire State Digital Network (ESDN) are pleased to announce that digital materials from New York institutions are now available in the Digital Public…
Syracuse Area Librarians/LIS Mixer
When: Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 5-8pm Where: Sitrus on the Hill @ Sheraton Syracuse University (801 University Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13210) Appetizers will be provided. A cash bar and…
Human Library at Soule Branch Library
The Soule Branch Library will hold its second annual Human Library event on Wednesday, April 29 from 5:15-7:15 pm at the library at 101 Springfield Rd., Syracuse. You can put…
Human Library @ Beauchamp Branch Library
Beauchamp Branch Library will host its Human Library this coming Saturday, April 18 from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. One of the human books is local author Maggie Simone, who was…
NYLA Seeks Roundtable Leaders
Are you passionate about a specific library issue? Do you want to get involved a bit more with NYLA? Why not spread your talents and become a Roundtable leader? Roundtables…
Weekly Update – 4/14/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for April 14, 2015
SU IST 613 “Poster” Session – April 23
An invitation from the Syracuse University iSchool… The campus students in Library Planning, Marketing & Assessment (IST 613) have been working this semester with eight area libraries and one library…
Bedtime Math Program at Utica Public Library
Sounds crazy? Not at all. Utica Public Library will be hosting a new math-focused program for children called Bedtime Math’s Crazy 8s Club! Bedtime Math is a nonprofit foundation, funded…
WorldCat Discovery Services
Do you use FirstSearch to search WorldCat? Other databases? Read on. FIRSTSEARCH IS BEING REPLACED WorldCat Discovery is the new service that will REPLACE FirstSearch. It provides a fresh…
Free Membership to NYSLAA
During National Library Week any library assistant can join NYSLAA for free, if they have never been a member. http://www.nyslaa.org/pdf/membership_appl.pdf Click on this link, print out a couple of copies…
April 12 -18 is National Library Week
Shout it from the stacks! From ALA… This week, libraries in schools, campuses and communities nationwide will be celebrating National Library Week to highlight the changing role of libraries, librarians…
lynda.com – Prezi Essential Training
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
App Development Grant Opportunity from LOC
Funds are available to create educational apps on Congress and civics through the Library of Congress. $950,000 will be provided to one or more grantees to support the development of…
Grant Available for Higher Education Programs for Hispanic Students
The Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions Program, funded by the U.S. Department of Education, assists institutions in expanding educational opportunities and improving the academic attainment of Hispanic students. Program funding enables institutions…
First Monday at New Hartford Public Library – RECAP
Elina Shneyder, welcomed April’s First Monday guests with delicious cookies, teas and coffee, and an open discussion about the New Hartford Public Library. The “new” library was built in 1999…
Twitter Storm on Thursday, April 9
We all know how important our school libraries are. Make your voice heard by joining the Twitter Storm this Thursday! NEA will be hosting a Twitter Storm using the hashtag…
Weekly Update – 4/07/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for April 7, 2015
April is School Library Month –
School Library Month is the American Association of School Librarians’ (AASL) celebration of school librarians and their programs. Every April school librarians are encouraged to create activities to help their…
Holy Trinity Students Go To Washington
As part of the pastoral theology curriculum, students and instructors from the Holy Trinity Orthodox Seminary made a three-day visit last week to St. John the Baptist parish in Washington…
lynda.com – iPads in Education: Deploying Shared iPads
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Indiana University Offers MOOC on Public Libraries
IUPUI’s Department of Library and Information Science is launching a free, massive open online course focusing on public libraries. The school says one of the goals of the four-week course…
Spring Book Sales at Member Libraries
Spring is a great time to get some deals on used books. Three local libraries will be holding sales in the next few weeks. Herkimer College Library April 12-17, Sunday…
April Training Opportunities from WebJunction
It’s spring training time. Thanks to Jamie Markus at the Wyoming State Library for compiling this list of April CE opportunities. Check the WebJunction Events Calendar to register for any…
Upcoming WorldCat Discovery Training
OCLC WorldCat Discovery Services will replace FirstSearch in December 2015. Both services will operate in parallel through December 31, 2015. This will provide the opportunity to become familiar with the…
SU Hosts Human Library Event…More to Come
Syracuse University held its second annual Human Library event yesterday at Bird Library. Read about it in the Daily Orange. Other CLRC member libraries that are participating this year are:…
April is School Library Month –
School Library Month is the American Association of School Librarians’ (AASL) celebration of school librarians and their programs. Every April school librarians are encouraged to create activities to help their…
CLRC Weekly Update – 3/31/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for March 31, 2015
Library Aid in NYS Budget
New York’s libraries have a lot to celebrate today! The budget process has come to its conclusion, and thanks to everyone’s tireless advocacy efforts, we have had a very successful…
APRIL 16 – CLRC Unveils Little Free Library
In celebration of National Library Week (April 12-18) You are cordially invited to join us for the unveiling of CLRC’s Little Free Library. Thursday – April 16th at 2:00 pm…
NYLA (and CLRC!) Members on Ballot for ALA Leadership Positions
Wondering who to vote for in the ALA election? Several New Yorkers and NYLA members are running for ALA Council and division leadership positions (including one of CLRC’s member library…
lynda.com – Design the Web: Creating and Protecting Email Links
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
NEH Preservation Assistance Grants Available
Preservation Assistance Grants help small and mid-sized institutions—such as libraries, museums, historical societies, archival repositories, cultural organizations, town and county records offices, and colleges and universities—improve their ability to preserve…
Upcoming Free Webinars on Library Leadership
What makes a great library leader? As libraries change rapidly, the old rules may not apply anymore. In fact, the best leaders today are often those who defy tradition and…
Webjunction Webinars Offered in April
12 Ways to More Effective Marketing Wednesday, April 8 2:00 to 3:00 pm Eastern Presented by: Jamie Matczak, Nicolet Federated Library System, Wisconsin Registration: http://www.webjunction.org/events/webjunction/12-ways-to-more-effective-marketing.html Marketing in libraries is often…
CLRC Weekly Update – 3/24/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for March 24, 2015
Make a Call TODAY to Support Library Aid
The New York State FY15/16 budget negotiations are quickly drawing to a close. This is our last chance to impact the process and voice support for an increase in Library…
Preservation and Access – Education and Training Grant
Funding is available from the National Endowment for the Humanities to preserve and establish access to cultural heritage collections. Thousands of libraries, archives, museums, and historical organizations across the country…
NYLA Has a New Roundtable
NYLA is excited to announce its newest roundtable focused on making & STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) in our libraries! The Making and STEAM Roundtable (MSRT) will connect…
Workshop on Teaching Silver Surfers
Workshop presented by NYLA SMART… 10 Tips for Teaching Silver Surfers: “Is This Thing On?” Navigating the Digital World Thursday, May 7 10:30am – 3:30pm Wood Library, Canandaigua, NY Presenter:…
Registration Open for UNYSLA Spring Conference
Join UNYSLA for their 2015 spring conference with lively presentations and a panel discussion on academic, public, and special library spaces. “A Look at Library Spaces” April 17, 2015 8:00…
NYAC Professional Development Grants
Are you an archives student, archivist, librarian, and someone with archives or records management responsibilities? Would you like the opportunity to attend the 2015 NYAC conference? The New York Archives…
lynda.com – Up and Running with Tableau
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
WorldCat Discovery Training Available
OCLC offers WorldCat® Discovery Services training in multiple formats. Instructor-led and self-paced training options, video tutorials and documentation provide the information you need to begin using WorldCat Discovery. Courses are…
Breaking Barriers: How Academic Librarians Can Communicate More Effectively with Faculty
For our academic members…a webcast offering from LJ Tuesday, April 7 3:00 – 4:00 pm Register Here Every aspect of the higher education ecosystem is changing—from libraries, to faculty, to…
CLRC Weekly Update – 3/17/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for March 17, 2015
National Library Legislative Day
Roert Hubsher from Ramapo-Catskill Library System is the New York State Coordinator for National Library Legislative Day. He sends the following message: We need your help! Join us for National…
DeWitt Community Library has Finalist in Teen Video Challenge
As part of Summer Reading at New York Libraries, the New York State Library is pleased to announce the following finalists in the 2015 New York State Teen Video Challenge:…
Lead From Where You Are
Lead From Where You Are RRLC is pleased to announce our newest Leadership Institute beginning in June. This institute focuses on a personal approach to leadership – determining your personal…
Stories of Working People at the Erie Canal Museum
You are cordially invited to join the folks at the Erie Canal Museum for Stories of Working People, a free reading and discussion program sponsored by the New York Council…
lynda.com – Getting Things Done
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
State Budget Update on Library Aid – TAKE ACTION NOW!
The Senate and Assembly have now released their one-house budget resolutions. These documents serve to stake out each house’s position in their budget negotiations with the Governor. The Governor submitted…
Advocacy Every Day webinar
After a very successful Library Advocacy Day in Albany, we need to keep the momentum going. Library Advocacy is an ongoing activity, as we will learn in this lunch-time webinar…
CLRC Professional Development Awards
CLRC is happy to announce a new pilot program for professional development awards. The program is designed to help staff at member libraries and library systems with attendance at workshops…
First German Newspaper added to New York Historic Newspapers
CLRC is happy to announce the addition of the first German-language newspaper to the New York Historic Newspapers site. Syracuse University’s Bird Library provided reels of microfilm of the Syracuse…
CLRC Weekly Update – 3/10/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for March 10, 2015
Write a Letter Make a Call for National Library Funding
The list is out on who did (and in turn, did not) sign letters in support for literacy and library program funding. Thank you to former Congressman Owens for his…
Sue Considine Receives Award
The Fayetteville Free Library (FFL) Executive Director, Sue Considine, has been selected to receive the Impact Award during the 2015 Nonprofit Awards. The 7th annual Nonprofit Awards are presented by…
Utica Public Library Receives Program Funds
Utica Public Library, along with a few other local not-for-profit organizations, is receiving grant funding from the NYS Council for the Arts. $620 has been made available for the library’s…
New Book Added to CLRC Professional Collection
Linked Data for Libraries, Archives and Museums: How to Clean, Link and Publish Your Metadata Hooland, Seth van Verborgh, Ruben OCLC #872987681 Amazon: Unlock the value of your existing metadata…
lynda.com – Flipping the Classroom
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
CLRC Offers Assistance with Newspaper Digitization
CLRC is happy to announce the launch of its new Newspaper Digitization Assistance program. If your library has a collection of historical New York State newspapers in microfilm, you may…
Nominations for Trustee and Friends Groups – Deadline Today!
DEADLINE: Today, March 6 Recognize Your Trustees, Friends and Library Innovators for their Contributions! STATE-WIDE AWARD – Velma K. Moore Award Form $1500 Award to be given to the winner’s…
Upcoming NOVEL NY Webinars from Proquest
Upcoming webinars for NOVELNY databases: eLibrary Elementary and NOVELNY This one hour class, created specifically for NOVELNY, covers the content, features and tips for using eLibrary Elementary as well as…
NN/LM MAR Webinar on Healthy Programming Resources for Seniors
Active for Life: Healthy Programming Resources for Seniors Tuesday, March 10 Noon – 1 pm No Registration Required. Go to: https://webmeeting.nih.gov/boost2/ Presenter: Lydia Collins, Consumer Health Coordinator, NN/LM MAR Summary:…
More NEH-PAG Grant Information Available from NEDCC
The Northeast Document Conservation Center is offering the following: FREE WEBINAR RECORDING WRITING YOUR NEH PRESERVATION ASSISTANCE GRANT Presented by Frances Harrell, NEDCC Preservation Specialist, and featuring Mary Downs, Senior…
ENY/ACRL Spring 2015 Conference Call for Presenters
CALL FOR LIGHTNING ROUND AND POSTER SESSION PRESENTERS The Eastern New York Chapter of ACRL invites presenters for Lightning Round and Poster sessions at its Spring Conference which will be…
CLRC Weekly Update – 3/03/2015
Take a look at some of the events, stories, and resources available to library professionals in the CLRC region. Weekly Update for March 3, 2015
Libraries and STEM Conference in Denver
First-ever Public Libraries & STEM Conference August 20-22 Denver, Colorado This conference, hosted by the Space Science Institute’s National Center for Interactive Learning (NCIL), in partnership with the Lunar and…
Lyrasis Offers FREE Webinar for NEH Preservation Assistance Grants
The National Endowment for the Humanities has published the guidelines for Preservation Assistance Grants for Smaller Institutions Program (PAG). The grant application deadline is May 5, 2015. Funded projects would begin…
Recap – First Monday at the Everson Museum
The count: over 11,000 items, 5,000 of which are ceramics. And the Everson Museum of Art is creating a digital catalog of each one. With funding from the Henry Luce…
Library Advocacy – The Fight Continues
Greetings Library Supporters! A huge thank you to the over 800 advocates who traveled to Albany on Wednesday, February 25 for NYLA Library Advocacy Day 2015. With assistance…
OHA Exhibit on Rock and Roll History
CLRC member, the Onondaga Historical Association’s new exhibit rocks! Salt City Rock: The History of Rock N Roll in Syracuse, will be open to the public during museum hours for…
lynda.com – Mobile Marketing Fundamentals
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
ALA Applauds FCC Decision to Protect Open Internet
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted today to assert the strongest possible open Internet protections—banning paid prioritization and the blocking and throttling of lawful content and services. The American Library…
CLRC Participates in Advocacy Day 2015 in Albany
This past Wednesday, February 25th, CLRC chartered a bus and met with more central New York library advocates in Albany. Over fifty librarians, trustees, paraprofessionals, students and patrons from our…
Support Your Library with CLRC!
February 25th is Library Advocacy Day in New York State! Many of us are going to Albany to rally at the capitol, but we need your help to spread the…
Apply for up to $10,000 with “Latino American: 500 Years of History”
“Latino Americans: 500 Years of History” Latinos have a long and fascinating history in the United States dating back more than 500 years. Explore the rich stories, diverse cultures…
This Week’s Featured lynda.com Course – “Up and Running with reddit”
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Disaster Relief Grants for School Libraries
Has all this snow and cold caused problems for your school library? Beyond Words: The Dollar General School Library Relief Fund, administered by the American Association of School Librarians (AASL),…
Call for Articles – “Library as Community Refuge”
NYLA’s Leadership and Management Section (LAMS) is seeking articles for it’s next journal issue. The focus is on libraries and librarians serving as community refuges and resources after a natural…
New York State Council on the ARts (NYSCA) Grant Opportunity for CLRC Members and Beyond
New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) has provided $102,000 to be distributed by the Museum Association of New York (MANY) between January 1, 2015 and June 30, 2015.…
Advocacy Day Briefing Webinar
There will be an Advocacy Day Briefing Webinar through the Mid-Hudson Library System on Wednesday, February 18th from 10:00 – 11:00am. This is for all library stakeholders – library directors,…
Urban Librarians Conference
Take a trip to Brooklyn this spring! Registration is now open for the 2015 Urban Librarians Conference! This year’s theme is “Life – Literacy – Libraries” March 27th 2015 9:30am-4:30pm…
New Yorkers for Better Libraries – Political Action Committee Gala
Doing anything the evening before Advocacy Day? The Annual Gala Fundraising Banquet for the PAC is Tuesday, February, 24. Coctails at 6:00pm. Dinner at 7:00pm. Reserve your seat HERE Keynote…
This Week’s Featured lynda.com Course – “QuickBooks Pro 2015 Essential Training” with Jess Stratton
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
Assemblyman Stirpe Holds Town Hall Meetings
If you aren’t planning to take the advocacy bus to Albany on February 25 with CLRC, member librarians and supporters, here’s an opportunity to voice your opinion about libraries and…
Workshop on Basic Book Repair
Books need TLC and this two-day workshop offered by our friends to the east will show you how. Basic Book Repair for General Collections March 18 and 19 University at…
Canals and Railroads Exhibit at the Erie Canal Museum
Does this picture look familiar? Where have you seen it before? CLRC has a print hanging on the reception area wall. Local history rocks! Canals and Railroads, Collaboration and Competition…
Upcoming Webinar on Assistive Technology
Inclusive Information Access: Assistive Technology in Action Wednesday, February 18 8:00-9:00 am REGISTER HERE Does your library technology accommodate users with disabilities? From public access technology to online resources, libraries…
Sue Kowalski Takes Her Library on the Road
You can always count on Sue Kowalski to come up with a crazy idea. A crazy idea that works! Sue is the award winning Pine Grove Middle School librarian. She…
Take Action to Support NYS Library Aid
NYS Library Aid FY 2015-2016 – Needs Your Support! Governor Cuomo, despite having an extra $5.5B in revenue this year and proposing up to a 4.8% increase in state education…
News from the Clayville Library
Mid-York Library System member, Clayville Library Association welcomes Becky Hassett as their Library Director. Here are some highlights of her initiatives: A Reading Nook complete with comfy leather chairs, reading…
Two CLRC Member Institutions Receive Arts Monies
CLRC’s member museum, Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute, has been awarded funding from the New York State Council on the Arts to support it’s operations and programming. $60,000 to help fund the…
This Week’s Featured lynda.com Course – “Up and Running with Google Cloud Platform” with Joseph Lowery
CLRC offers its member constituents (including members of our five participating library systems and individual members) access to the entire lynda.com training library at no charge. For more information on…
First Monday cancelled for February 2
The First Monday session scheduled for Monday, February 2 at the New Hartford library, is cancelled due to the inclement weather. We will reschedule this event, so please check our…
Grant Available for Digitizing Cultural Heritage Collections
A great opportunity for a CLRC regional collection… Digitizing Hidden Special Collections and Archives, an initiative of the Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR), is intended to help digitize…
New Deadline for CLRC Member RBDB Grants – Feb. 13
It’s not too late! If you were thinking of applying for one of CLRC’s member library RBDB grants and didn’t quite get around to it, now is the time. Applications…
Participate in SnapShotNY – A Day in the Life of a Library
Central New York libraries are busy places. Showcase your library by participating in SnapShotNY 2015. Here’s the how-to: Pick any day between Tuesday, January 20 and Monday, February 9 Take…
Canadian Association of Law Libraries Conference
Surf’s up! Head out to New Brunswick for the CALL/ABCD 2015 Conference. Turning the Tide (Renverser la Marée) The extended economic downturn has had wide-ranging effects on law libraries and…
NN/LM MAR Info Webinars on Funding
New Funding Mechanism for Regional Medical Libraries 2016-2021 Award Cycle NLM will be changing its award mechanism for the 2016-2021 Regional Medical Libraries’ cycle from contracts to cooperative agreements. This…
Crouse College of Nursing Renamed
The Crouse College of Nursing will now be called The Bill and Sandra Pomeroy College of Nursing, thanks to a very generous donation from the Pomeroy’s. The money will be…
Harry Potter Comes to the Moon
Central New Yorkers can visit the world of HP without getting on a train to Hogwarts. SUNY ESF Moon Library, is hosting a traveling exhibit – The exhibit is sponsored…
Professional Development Grant for NYS Historical Societies
CLRC affiliate, The William G. Pomeroy Foundation, is offering 10 competitive need-based scholarships of $1,000 each. (Need-based is defined as having an annual budget of $50,000 or less) Historical societies…
Gov. Cuomo’s Executive Budget and New York Libraries – Work Begins Now!
As you may be aware, Governor Cuomo released his FY2015-2016 Executive Budget proposal Wednesday afternoon. This officially begins the budget season in Albany. Last year the Governor cut $4M from…
Participate in the FY2014 Preservation Statistics Survey
The FY2014 Preservation Statistics Survey, a project to document and analyze the preservation activities of cultural heritage institutions in the United States, is now open. Any library or archives in…
Digital Resource Deals from the NY3Rs
The NY3Rs are working on bringing you access to more digital resources! Help us provide you with deals on the resources your library needs by taking a moment to…
Musical Classes Offered at OCPL Libraries
Regional libraries are offering Master Classes for singers, composers and musicians. Participants will receive professional feedback, a video of their performance and the opportunity to perform at an open-to-the-public concert…
SUNY Poly Appoints President
CLRC’s member institution, SUNY Polytechnic (a merge of SUNY IT in Utica with the College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering in Albany) has appointed its president. Welcome Dr. Alain Kaloyeros!…
Grants for Gardens
Thinking about creating a community garden at your library? Here’s a funding source. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company’s GRO1000 Grassroots Grant helps foster the development of gardens and green spaces in…
Literacy Program Grant Available
Is there a Dollar General in your library’s neighborhood? The Dollar General Literacy Foundation supports nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and libraries that offer literacy programs in communities served by Dollar…
NY Heritage features Hamilton Public Library Postcards in January
CLRC is pleased to announce that Hamilton Public Library, has a featured collection in New York Heritage Digital Collections this January. The Hamilton Public Library Postcards collection features postcards…
Thursday – Scholastic Webinar
Doing anything Thursday afternoon? Sit in on a NOVELNY webinar. THURSDAY January 15 3:00pm This session will focus on Common Core’s key aspects, ranging from Information Text and Vocabulary to…
Library of Congress Resources Webinar
Here’s a great opportunity for new librarians, and a refresher for the not so new. The LOC is offering a FREE webinar on the resources and services it offers. The…
Funding for STEM and Arts in Oneida County Available
Fingers crossed. Blow on the dice. Rub the rabbit’s foot. Anything that brings luck. The Turning Stone Casino in Verona will be sharing about $2.5M of its annual revenue with…
Archived E-Rate Webinar Available from NYSL DLD
Are you planning to pursue E-Rate discounts and want to find out more about the program? Are you already receiving E-Rate discounts but might have questions? Did you miss the…
SU iSchool IST 613 Looking for Spring Projects
Central New York libraries…the SU iSchool needs your help! And you also get something out of the deal. IST 613 – Library Planning, Marketing and Assessment – at the Syracuse…
Reminder: 2015 RBDB Project Applications Due by January 23
CLRC has RBDB (Regional Bibliographic and Database) mini-grants available for member libraries. Applications are invited in three areas: * Retrospective Conversion * Digitization * Metadata Instructions and application forms are…
Free Webinars from WebJunction
Make 2015 your year for professional development! The New York State Library is partnering with OCLC to provide FREE access to WebJunction’s self-paced courses for all library workers, volunteers and…
Syracuse Legislative Breakfast “The Best Ever”
The Central New York Library Resources Council held its Syracuse-area Legislative Breakfast at the CNY Philanthropy Center last Friday, December 12. The breakfast was all about advocacy and Google Glass.…