by Christi Sommerfeldt | Jan 2, 2019 | Headline, News
Thanks to the Northern New York Library’s Network’s professional development grant program, I recently had the opportunity to attend the ALSC National Institute, one of the only conferences dedicated to children’s librarianship. I attended some wonderful sessions on...
by Christi Sommerfeldt | Apr 7, 2021 | Headline, News
On March 18, 2021, ESLN hosted the webinar, “Emergency Broadband Benefit: Program Overview and Strategies for Rollout & Adoption.” The presenter graciously allowed us to record the program and share that recording out with our members! You can view the...
by Christi Sommerfeldt | Mar 22, 2021 | Jobs
The Westport Library Association (Westport, NY) is seeking a Library Director who is responsible for the day-to-day operations of its historic library. Applicants should have excellent written and oral communication skills, a positive attitude, be customer-focused,...
by Christi Sommerfeldt | Mar 19, 2021 | Headline, News
Description: This presentation will provide a brief overview of some of the white power and anti-government cultures present in the North Country, including how they relate to broader trends toward authoritarian and anti-democratic tendencies among the American far...
by Christi Sommerfeldt | Mar 2, 2021 | Headline, News
Consider leaving your fingerprints on our North Country Coronavirus Pandemic time capsule. Share this link with students, faculty, supporters, and other members of your community to expand participation in this state-wide documentation project. Link to participate:...
by Christi Sommerfeldt | Feb 5, 2021 | Headline, News
Nominations are now being accepted for the Excellence in Library Service and Outstanding Student Work Awards. Please see below for more details and deadlines for each! Excellence in Library Service Award Nomination Submit Nomination Established in 1991, the...
by Christi Sommerfeldt | Dec 17, 2020 | News
An anonymous local donor has given the Research Room at the Saranac Lake Free Library a substantial gift to bolster and preserve the significant collections under its care. This donation has already resulted in the construction of additional cabinetry to securely...
by Christi Sommerfeldt | Dec 11, 2020 | Headline, News
Join us next month for another group book read! Libraries and museums are cultural institutions that both reflect and produce society. Those working within them must serve all members of their communities equitably, and must be equipped to engage in and advance the...
by Christi Sommerfeldt | Dec 10, 2020 | Jobs
Hay Memorial Library, located in Sackets Harbor, New York, announces an opening for a Library Director. The Director works 20 to 25 hours per week planning, developing, and implementing public library services, including programming for all ages. Exceptional...
by Christi Sommerfeldt | Oct 15, 2020 | Headline, News
The Western New York Library Resources Council is partnering with the New York Library Association (NYLA), offering all library workers throughout New York to participate in a 6-part series, Advocacy Fundamentals – A Virtual Series. What you do in your library...
by Christi Sommerfeldt | Oct 15, 2020 | Headline, News
Join us in a workplace wellness program initiative series. Over the course of three, one-hour sessions, participants will gain an understanding of why worksite wellness programs are so valuable and how to get started. Each month will build on the previous session as...