For this workshop, we will examine the multifaceted conversation of 'Artificial Intelligence" (AI) and consider how to ethically engage with AI. Together, we will examine our personal and professional ethics of using AI and technology broadly defined. While our experiences with AI can be challenging or intimidating, you will gain transferable communication skills to use […]
Join us for an insightful webinar on using AI to craft library policy documents. This session will delve into the practical applications of AI in shaping library policies, offering librarians and library managers a clear understanding of how AI tools can aid in brainstorming, drafting, and refining policy documents. We will explore real-world examples, discuss […]
Today many adults have difficulty knowing how to find a physician, fill a prescription, use and pay for medications, and use health information to make informed decisions about their health. Libraries are prominent places in communities - making libraries and librarians excellent resources for advancing health information literacy. For example, librarians can address the unmet […]
Teens are going through a lot developmentally: puberty, social comparison, familial and cultural pressures. Sometimes they take that transitional stress to your library. Managing behaviors and expectations, while making the library a welcoming place is a tough line to walk. But understanding the why of this teen behavior is a start. In this program you'll […]
Today, librarians and information professionals need new approaches and techniques to cut through the commercial noise and find reliable information on the web. Mary Ellen will offer new ways to approach search today and new approaches to addressing the seemingly impossible questions. She will also look at recent developments in web search chatbots and will […]
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 are entering a life transition where they might: • Become your best volunteers • Need to find out about downsizing and retirement • Or start […]
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 basic vocabulary of signs to use right away. At the conclusion of this presentation, participants will be able to: • List 3 benefits of signing […]
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 Instagram Reels, have emerged as a dynamic tool to captivate audiences and convey messages. Join this webinar to discover the potential of this engaging medium […]
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 to materials they may have missed. In addition, book displays, both in the library and online, can be used to market programs, partnerships, and library […]
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 not always clear-cut, especially in libraries. Unique challenges arise like damage to resources or patrons confiding with you about personal matters that could constitute getting […]
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 audits are necessary and understanding the importance of ensuring that websites are usable by everyone. Then we'll delve into the nitty-gritty of planning and executing […]
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, achieving work-life balance proves challenging for many in today's workforce. This seminar explores the complexity of the "balance" metaphor and sheds light on the ways […]
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 on negative ideas we don’t have to. Learn to recognize and harness your thoughts for more peace of mind, productivity and success. You will leave […]
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, […]
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 of us, it has been a rough couple of years, and it's critical to take time to focus on our own wellbeing. Many things happen […]