Calling all Resource Sharing librarians, paraprofessionals and staff. Join us for a fun day of learning, networking and sharing. This annual workshop will be free of charge and held virtually via Zoom. The event is co-sponsored by CLRC, SCRLC, SENYLRC and CDLC. REGISTER HERE Program Schedule 9:00 – 9:10: Welcome: schedule of day, housekeeping 9:10 – […]

Workshop Description: Don’t just use tape to repair a well-loved book. Use the right materials to promote acid free sustainable repairs. Join us for a half day workshop that will familiarize attendees with different aspects of circulating collections book repair for school, public, and academic library staff. Attendees will participate in a hands-on program learning […]

Event Description: *This is an in-person workshop in Rochester NY* This workshop will introduce library and cultural heritage staff to visual communication and basic library related sign language. Participants will learn a variety of things including: basic tips in communicating with Deaf patrons, simple signs related to the library, strategies to make your library more […]

Attorney Paul C. Rapp will provide a quick and entertaining overview of what copyright law is and what it isn't, with a look at current developments and issues arising from technology, in particular artificial intelligence. The lecture will be followed by Q&A. This promises to be a lively in-person event. About the Speaker Paul C. Rapp is an […]

From book bans to natural disasters, libraries face a variety of crises that leadership and staff may have to manage — and recover from. These crises take a toll not only on our libraries and communities, but also ourselves. Crises require preparation, as well as recovery and recuperation. Join us for an interactive workshop exploring […]

Join us to network with your Resource Sharing colleagues, learn about some updates in the field, and tour Cornell University's Africana Research Center and Library.Location: Finger Lakes Library System, 1300 Dryden Road, Ithaca & Africana Studies and Research Center, 310 Triphammer Rd., Ithaca The cost of the conference is $20 and includes lunch. Register at […]

Workshop Description: Join a representative of WHOLE ME, Inc. for this in-person workshop! Participants will learn: The manual alphabet, Tips for communicating with Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing individuals, including resources such as cell phone apps for on-the-spot communication, Where to take ASL classes, Resources on learning more ASL and How you can support a Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing member […]

Meet-Up Description: All organizations have facilities needs – but not all have a dedicated manager to handle the upkeep, improvements, and unexpected issues their facilities will inevitably face. These tasks often fall to staff, who must find the time and gain the know-how to maintain their buildings and grounds and to interface with vendors and […]