SCLA – Suffolk County Library Association

SCLA Broadway Day

Posted onMay 27, 2026June 30, 2026Authorsteve alcalde

Suffolk County Library Association’s Broadway Day is a fun outing featuring a limited number of tickets for an unforgettable day in the city. SCLA members may purchase tickets for themselves as well as family and friends, making it a great opportunity to enjoy the experience together. With only 30 spots available, early registration is encouraged. Please note that all attendees must be 21 years of age or older.

Pick-up: 11:30 am at SCLS, followed by LIE exit 58 Park & Ride
Lunch: 2 pm at Parker & Quinn, 64 W 39th Street
Show: 5 pm, Drunk Shakespeare, 35 W 39th Street
Leave NYC @ 7 pm

SSD Summer Kick-Off

Posted onMay 7, 2026Authorsteve alcalde

Join the Support Staff Division of SCLA for our Summer Kick-Off Event, featuring an engaging program on keeping your brain healthy as you age. Enjoy the opportunity to connect and network with colleagues across the county, share ideas, and kick off the summer season together. Whether you are looking for wellness tips or professional connections, this event has something for everyone!

Spring CATS Mixer at Blue Point Brewery

Posted onApril 22, 2026April 22, 2026Authorsteve alcalde

Join CATS for our Spring Mixer at Blue Point Brewery in Patchogue. We are excited to see everyone for music, food (bar menu), drinks, and fun! The CATS Board wants to get to know y’all and hear from our members, friends and colleagues. So join us for an informal get together, meet your colleagues and have some fun!

Must be 21 or older to enter the venue. Cash bar.

Register here!

Library Employees of Color Roundtable

Posted onApril 13, 2026Authorsteve alcalde

Join us for a roundtable conversation with fellow library workers to discuss topics and concerns relevant to our workplace experience.

2025 SLMA Winners Virtual Roundtable Discussion

Posted onApril 7, 2026April 7, 2026Authorsteve alcalde

Join us for a discussion with last year’s SLMA winners as they share insights about their award-winning marketing initiatives.

YASD Meetup: Summer Reading at Elwood Library

Posted onMarch 26, 2026Authorsteve alcalde

Hangout with your fellow teen librarians at the Elwood Public Library, make fun bag charms and talk about all things summer reading as we get ready for the busiest time of the year!

Long Island Pride Parade 2026

Posted onMarch 26, 2026Authorsteve alcalde

LILPA will be marching in the 2026 Long Island Pride Parade on Sunday, June 14th, in Huntington Village. All are welcome! Exact meetup location will be shared with attendees closer to the day of the event.

CATS Presents: Women & Technology in Libraries Panel

Posted onMarch 25, 2026March 25, 2026Authorsteve alcalde

Presented by CATS and EETC, we invite you to the 4th Annual Women and Technology in Libraries panel. Join us as we celebrate and spotlight women who have harnessed the power of technology to innovate in their roles, serve their communities more effectively, and break through gender boundaries.

Book Repair Workshop with DEMCO’s Book Doctor

Posted onMarch 20, 2026March 20, 2026Authorsteve alcalde

Please join the CATS Technical Services Roundtable for a hands-on book repair workshop! Learn how to better protect your library’s collection and feel confident making book repairs — from repairing torn pages to reinforcing spines. Supplies for the workshop will be provided, just bring yourself and your best pair of scissors.

Annual NCLA & SCLA Joint YASD Meeting

Posted onMarch 2, 2026March 2, 2026Authorsteve alcalde

Annual NCLA & SCLA Joint YASD Meeting
Tuesday, March 24th at 11am via Zoom

Hear from Kelly Jensen of Book Riot about the history of book censorship leading to where we are today and trends right now. She’ll also share tools and data for fighting back for both librarians and teens.

Free for NCLA/SCLA members and $15 for non members.