Upcoming Events

REGISTER HERE Libraries, museums, and other cultural organizations face many of the usual legal risks of conducting business: employment-related claims, defamation and other “personal injury” claims, and claims related to actions taken by corporate officers (both directors, and trustees).  They also face unique risks related to their missions to serve the public. Because of these […]

REGISTER HERE Libraries in New York State come in all shapes and sizes. A small library typically does not have a dedicated human resources professional, and it has to work with limited resources to address any personnel concerns or requests. This can lead to confusion or workplace tension, if something like an accommodation request is […]

RRLC is sponsoring 20 seats to the webinar, “Doing What Matters: Values in the Library”,  for RRLC members. It is free for you to attend, but space is limited! Our values are the lens through which we interpret the world. They are the principles that guide our thoughts, actions, and behaviors. When we consciously and […]

REGISTER HERE This is the first event in our 4-part “Ask the HR Expert” series! This session will cover: 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. Provided written materials: template language to implement them in the library or cultural […]

REGISTER HERE 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 […]

REGISTER HERE This webinar will NOT be recorded. Join us for an hour-long introduction to and overview of manga in libraries: what it is, why it matters, and how to develop a solid collection. From building teen engagement at your library to creating a collection that acknowledges manga as one of the fastest growing segments […]

REGISTER HERE This is the second event in our 4-part “Ask the HR Expert” series! This session will: Explore unconventional benefits that libraries, museums, and other cultural organizations can offer to recruit, retain, and inspire employees. Provided written material: legal guidance and sample language for implementing creative benefits. Presenter: Stephanie “Cole” Adams is an attorney who […]

Register Here Adding digitized collections to NY Heritage creates unique opportunities for research which can lead to unexpected and fruitful collaborations! This episode of Bits & Bytes highlights a recent example of a successful partnership between a class of Siena College undergraduates and the Schenectady County Historical Society. Using the Samuel Jones Family Papers collection […]

REGISTER HERE This series of six 90-minute panel discussions will feature academic library leaders from across New York State discussing various topics relevant to new and emerging leaders. Panelists represent a wide variety of academic institutions and provide a diverse set of experiences. As part of each session, participants will have opportunities to network with […]

REGISTER New York libraries of all types have an ethical and legal obligation to protect library records and patron privacy, including when information is requested by law enforcement or private investigators. This webinar by attorney Stephanie “Cole” Adams, her team, and a special guest will review the rules and practical techniques for following those legal […]

RRLC is sponsoring 20 seats to the webinar, “You Are Only Human: Retraining Your Busy Mindset to Focus on Library Needs”,  for RRLC members. It is free for you to attend, but space is limited! In American and westernized cultures, there’s a widespread praise for being busy—whether it’s work stress, hustle culture, the expectation to […]

REGISTER HERE This is the third event in our 4-part “Ask the HR Expert” series! This session will: review how the law impacts use of AI at work in libraries, museums, and other cultural institutions. Provided written material: guidance and template language for Personnel Manuals and policies (both for using, and for barring use of, […]