The Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library is a branch of the New York Public Library (NYPL) and the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS) that provides FREE accessible reading material for patrons who are blind, low vision, physically disabled, print disabled, or otherwise unable to read print, to patrons…
Generative AI is transforming the library profession, unlocking new opportunities for accessibility, content creation, and operational efficiency. Yet, this technological shift also introduces complex ethical challenges that resist simple solutions. Intellectual property disputes, the environmental toll of AI, transparency, and equity concerns require librarians to move beyond instinctive reactions and engage with these issues using…
Webinar Description: This is a digital workshop designed for library staff looking to elevate their reference desk interactions by using digital resources effectively. Zoom will be used to facilitate the session in order to accommodate a wider audience. Participants will explore best practices in reference interviewing. There will be time allotted at the end of…
Did you ever get stuck in a surprise(!) contentious conversation? Did someone say something somewhere that put you in the spot? Was the spot in public? We have all had those unexpected conversations that made us uncomfortable. This workshop will show you how to keep the conversation in your favor. Experienced educator, coach & keynote…
A roundup of employment-related laws going into effect in 2025, with a focus on how they will impact libraries and other 3R-member institutions. Written materials: template language to implement them in the library or cultural institution environment. This is the first event in our 4-part “Ask the HR Expert” series. About the presenter: Stephanie “Cole” Adams is…
Play means having fun, experimenting, and suspending one’s sense of time. Play can make work in libraries and cultural institutions more enjoyable, more flexible, and less stressful – and bring delight to communities in small but meaningful ways. Join Megan Lotts, the Art Librarian at Rutgers University and author of “The Playful Library: Building Environments…
While we all understand things have changed dramatically since the COVID-19 pandemic, many are still at a loss regarding how academic libraries can make a comeback. Join Jessica Daly, B.S.Ed., MLS, as she discusses how to identify the changes in learning styles, and how to best meet the needs of our post-pandemic patrons which is critical…
In this session, we'll break down the complexities of general liability insurance. From understanding terms like premium, deductible, and umbrella coverage to exploring various coverage to get. Discover the avenues to get coverage and learn how to determine the coverage your library needs. Walk through the claims process and hear about the realities of lawsuits.…
Description: This program deals with the fundamentals of the indoor air environment, including the sources of the problem, the typical health symptoms related to poor-quality air, and how occupants and building materials can be affected. The sources of indoor air contaminants are illustrated with case histories that put the problem into perspective and demonstrate the…
Please note: This session will NOT be recorded. Our focus for this meeting will be on exhibits. Ann Kearney will offer a brief presentation based on guidelines offered by the American Institute for Conservation, the American Alliance of Museums, and the National Park Service. She will emphasize practical solutions to the care-taking issues we face when exhibiting…