Suffolk County Library Association
From the past queer coding of Lobel’s Frog and Toad to current books about trans children, representation of LGBTQIA+ characters in picture books has grown over the years.
Join LILPA as we explore and share past and present portrayals of the rainbow
community in picture books!
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeottItMN_A2KdqIq4LTuSDRxDbqxga3JI8qrs0XTL6SDjDDw/viewform
The Suffolk County Library Association (SCLA) has been serving librarians, staff, and trustees of Suffolk County libraries since 1939. Our membership consists of library staff from across Suffolk County, including academic, special, and public Libraries. SCLA is committed to intellectual freedom and the freedom to read. This includes a firm opposition to the restriction, removal, or censorship of books, materials, and displays. We support library users from all backgrounds and communities. We believe that libraries are a place for all to feel welcome and supported.
PLDA and SCLA are proud to launch a website designed to give people clear information about censorship and point them in the direction of resources which will allow them to take action with respect to this important issue. Please visit the STAAC (Support Taking Action Against Censorship) website at https://staac.net/. We hope you will share this website all who are seeking answers to their questions about censorship in libraries.
Best,
Carisse Mitchell
SCLA President
Register today! Announcing the 2022 Suffolk Library Marketing Award Winners Roundtable Discussion. Presented by the RASD Public Relations and Marketing Committee. Join us for a discussion with last year’s SLMA winners as they share insights about their award-winning marketing initiatives for 2022. Speakers include:
When: Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 at 3 pm, Via Zoom
Click this link to register: https://scla34.wildapricot.org/event-5200766?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=3%2F8%2F2023
We look forward to seeing you on the Zoom meeting!
Jim Garvey, Chair, RASD Public Relations and Marketing Committee
Christine Lyons, Co-Chair, RASD Public Relations and Marketing Committee
PS – Learn more about the SCLA Reference and Adult Services Division (RASD) here https://scla.net/rasd/, and the Public Relations and Marketing Committee here: https://rasdpr.wordpress.com/.
Stephanie DiChiara
she/her/hers
Head of Adult Services & Local History Librarian
Sayville Library
88 Greene Avenue
Sayville, NY 11782
631.589.4440 x363
Health Concerns Committee Co-Chairperson, SCLA – RASD
My name is Alex Blend and I would like to introduce myself as your SCLA President this year. I am an Adult Services Librarian at the Middle Country Public Library. I am very pleased to officially announce the opening of membership registration for SCLA! Don’t wait, sign up for an SCLA membership today!
Registration now open!
The Suffolk County Library Association (SCLA) has been serving librarians, staff and trustees of Suffolk County’s libraries since 1939. Its divisions, committees and liaisons bring members the best in professional development programs and activities through workshops, publications and conferences.
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS INCLUDE:
* Reduced registration fee to the Long Island Library Conference
* Access to low cost, high quality, and relevant continuing education opportunities
* Select membership in 1 specialized division of your choice. Additional Divisions can be added at $3 each
* Newsletters, the Directory of L.I. Libraries and Media Centers, and other special publications…and much more!
* NOTE: Providing your e-mail address will register you on the SCLA listserv.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out via email to scla1939@gmail.com
Happy New Year!
Alex Blend
SCLA President
Middle Country Public Library
101 Eastwood Blvd.
Centereach, NY 11720
(631)-585-9393 ext. 272
blendalex@mcplibrary.org
Hi All,
CATS, CLASC, and YASD will be running its first ever Maker Faire! This faire will be open to all librarians, but will mainly focus on the tween population.
We are looking for libraries that would be interested in manning a table during the faire to display any technology related items that would be appropriate for tweens. We would also welcome anyone willing to share Makerspace or STEAM programming as well. Our goal is to have librarians come together to network and become familiar with new technologies that they could possibly order for their collection.
Please fill out the Google Form if your library would be interested in having a table at the event to showcase what they offer. The Google Form must be received no later than November 1, 2022.
To register for this event, Click here. To apply for a table Click here
The deadline to register and/or apply for a table is November 1, 2022.
Please contact Lauren Tellerman, LIBRARYLAUREN1001@
Anthony Giansante (he/him/his)
This series of educational programs for library professionals across Long Island is a collaboration between CLASC, NCLA & SCLA. Programs are open to all library staff at no charge & presented virtually via Zoom.
Reference Solutions by Data Axle: Applying Tools & Data for Superior Results (RASD)
Tuesday, September 20 | 2:30 – 3:15pm
tinyurl.com/RASDprograms2022
Reference Solutions offers a wide-variety of data used often by businesses, entrepreneur’s, students, researchers, and job hunters. Learn about some of these use cases and the tools that can be used to provide you with the end results you desire or need. Please contact Nicole Berroyer at nicole@connetquotlibrary.org or Alex Blend at blendalex@mcplibrary.org with any questions.
Do Not Be Afraid: Putting Together a Culturally Sensitive Program (NCLA)
Tuesday, September 20 | 10:00 am
https://ncla.wildapricot.org/event-4837479
Find ways to celebrate cultural diversity and provide opportunities for creating bridges of understanding. During this event, panelists will share their knowledge and expertise through a lively, interactive discussion on culturally sensitive programming that accurately reflects cultural perspectives of diverse communities.
Community Service that Actually Benefits the Community (YASD)
Friday, September 23 | 3:00 – 3:45pm
https://tinyurl.com/CommunityYASD
We all know that teens are constantly looking for community service. Instead of just having them do something to do something we will be discussing community service ideas that actually serve the community in which they live. Presented by the YASD Board.
Navigating Consumer Health Information (RASD)
Thursday, September 29 | 2:30 – 3:15pm
tinyurl.com/RASDprograms2022
Instructor: Jessica Koos, MLS, MSEd, AHIP Navigating consumer health information can be a daunting task, but fear not! This class will give you the skills and confidence you need in order to provide reliable resources to patrons and loved ones! This train-the-trainer model will introduce how to effectively use various websites and tools in the following areas: general consumer health, local health information, and up-to-date COVID-19 data. Tips and tricks for identifying misinformation will also be covered. Join us, and learn how to lead your community along the right path to better health! Please contact Stephanie DiChiara at s.dichiara@sayvillelibrary.org or Sal Filosa at sal@portjefflibrary.org with any questions.
How to Select and Maintain Interior Finishes for Libraries (NCLA)
Friday, September 30 | 9:30 – 10:30 AM
Library staff of all departments can learn how to select and maintain interior finishes to best suit their library needs. Presented by Pansy Cheng, Mei Wo Design.
Save the Date!
Thursday, September 29 | 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Location TBD – Hosted by Brian Schwartz
Join your fellow librarians for a lively evening of trivia and tasty pizza. Don’t pass up this great opportunity to meet new people and connect with other library professionals from different areas of Long Island! FREE & open to all library staff.
A statement from the Suffolk County Library Association:
The SCLA executive board would like to reaffirm our commitment to intellectual freedom and the freedom to read. This includes a firm opposition to the restriction, removal, or censorship of books, materials, and displays. We support all members of our communities and we believe that libraries are a place for all to feel welcome and supported. We would like to remind all library workers that resources are available to you in support of your efforts to protect all patron’s freedom to read. To our LGBTQ+ colleagues we reaffirm, we see you, we hear you, and we support you.
Carisse Mitchell, SCLA President and the 2022 SCLA Executive Board
