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REGISTER HERE As library workers, we love our jobs but working in a library can also be stressful. Libraries already help patrons improve their physical and mental health by providing access to reliable health information and programs and outreach focused on health and wellness. But what are you doing to manage your own well-being? The […]

REGISTER NOW “Ask the Lawyer” (ATL) is a resource-sharing effort to give libraries, museums and archives access to timely guidance and advice about legal issues impacting mission and operations. Since 2016, the ATL service has been providing answers to members of participating Library Resource Councils in New York State. ATL features questions submitted by librarians, […]

The Digital Literacy and Media Analysis Training program will train and support up to 40 participants from community based organizations, libraries, and educational institutions to lead question-based media analysis about the credibility, accuracy, bias, content, and impact of digital information. Final Digital Literacy and Media Analysis Training Series Workshop June 8, 10am – 12pm This […]

REGISTER HERE In this program, Melissa Jadlos and Ron Kirsop will outline a useful system for organizing, preparing, and staying current with all the critical documentation and information needed for efficient grant writing. They will also discuss common pitfalls to avoid and pro tips to include when completing grant applications. Project Outcomes: - Outline to […]

REGISTER HERE Join us for a webinar on computer ergonomics for library staff! This webinar will cover: The foundations of ergonomics Typical symptoms and problems of poor computer ergonomics How to create the ideal library workstation, including: chair height and back support; arms and wrist positioning for keyboard and mouse; screen height, screen distance, and viewing […]

REGISTER Ask Us 24/7 is a regional virtual reference service made up of libraries across New York State. Librarians who participate are busy answering thousands of questions from patrons every year. The service is housed on Springshare’s LibChat platform and is part of a 24/7 global virtual reference cooperative that includes libraries across the nation […]

Join ESLN for the PILLARS Symposium 2022 on July 13, 2022! PILLARS (Preparation, Information Literacy, Libraries, Academic Resources, and 21st Century Skills for Transitioning from Secondary School to College) This year’s topic is “Accessibility in Education” with Keynote Speaker Judith Heumann. Featured Presentations: 10 a.m. – Enhancing Accessibility: Five Strategies to Apply Tomorrow - Amber […]

REGISTER Based on requests from public libraries across the state, ESLN and PULISDO partnered on the creation of an annotated "2022 Public Library Collection Management Policy Template & Guide." Join us for this 1-hour session on using this resource to update or adopt policies to be ready for materials challenges...and more. Presenter: Stephanie A. Adams, Esq. (Nickname: […]

This meeting has been cancelled -- we look forward to seeing you at the next RASCAL meeting! Register now to join your colleagues for a lively discussion via Zoom Meeting. The Rochester Area Special Collections, Archives and Libraries (RASCAL) group is made up of various staff from cultural and archival institutions around the Rochester region. The group meets […]

REGISTER The ESLN Academic Discount Program, which is open to any academic member currently a member of an ESLN library council, provides a consortial, shared collection of e-books geared toward informal reading and browsing on the OverDrive platform. This ESLN services session will provide an overview of the ESLN Academic Discount Program, how to get […]

REGISTER Empire Library Delivery (ELD) is a statewide delivery service maintained by the Empire State Library Network (ESLN) that makes resource sharing connections among all types of libraries affordable and streamlined. ELD provides a convenient, affordable, and tailored delivery service to institutions, thereby supporting increased statewide resource sharing among ELD participants. About the Presenter: Maria […]

REGISTER Libraries play many important roles in their communities, but none as important today in helping people access the healthcare and health information they need, especially with telehealth needs of those who lack internet, devices, and or the digital skills to obtain health services and health information. The Veterans' Affairs Office has created a service to […]