Library Services for Empty Nesters
They may have attended storytime with their preschoolers, checked out books about parenting, and used the library to help their highschoolers find jobs or complete college applications but now they […]
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Sign, Baby, Sign! ASL in Baby and Toddler Storytimes
Learn the benefits of using American Sign Language with babies and toddlers, as well as ways to incorporate signs into your programs and educate caregivers. Participants will leave with a […]
Mastering Short-Form Video for Library Engagement
We are all looking for ways to elevate our digital presence. Enter short-form video! In an era where attention spans are shorter than ever, short-form videos, including YouTube shorts and […]
Marketing Your Collection, Services, and Programs with Better Book Displays
Any library worker can be a hero and use book displays or online book lists to market their library's collection, revealing the hidden gems on their shelves and introducing patrons […]
Emergency and Crisis Management in Libraries
Libraries are most often in vulnerable positions from crisis of natural disaster to active shooters. But library staff are often not formally trained to handle basic emergency preparedness. Emergencies are […]
Mastering Accessibility Audits: From Basics to Best Practices for Large Websites
Whether you're just starting out with accessibility or looking to refine your approach to accessibility audits, this session has something for everyone. We'll begin with the basics, exploring why accessibility […]
Beyond Balance: Navigating the Realities and Pitfalls of Work-Life Integration in the Modern Professional World
Work-life balance" is a pervasive topic in professional discourse, with employers endorsing the concept through workshops designed to assist employees in aligning their work and family obligations. Despite these initiatives, […]
Don’t Believe Everything You Think
We have a lot of thoughts, and they aren’t all true. What we see and believe is biased by what we think we know. While it is natural to perseverate […]
Basics of Makerspaces
Are you beginning to think about a makerspace for your organization? In this presentation, we will go over the basic building blocks of a makerspace from planning to implementation including discussion of electrical and network infrastructure, equipment, training and workflow management. Presenter: Chris DeCristofaro is the Technology Librarian at the Sachem Public Library in Holbrook, […]
The Year of Chill: Focusing on Our Own Wellbeing, and Taking Care of Everyone by Taking Care of Ourselves
This presentation will explore taking charge of ourselves, both personally and professionally by focusing on our own reactions, emotions, and framing to change difficult and sometimes hostile circumstances. For many […]
3D Printing Fundamentals
Want to learn more about 3D printing? Join librarian Alison Mirabella for a lesson on how 3D printing works, recommendations for brands of printers/filaments, and ideas for library programs. Presenter: […]
Bravery, Vulnerability, and Taking Risks as a Leader
For this workshop, we will examine the different leadership styles and approaches to leading in the workplace. We will consider best practices for leadership, paying particular attention to strategies for motivating, creating changes, and tackling toxic work environments to foster more positive communication climates. Join us in discovering: • Definitions of different leadership styles • […]