Category: CATS

CATS and EETC present: So You Want To Have a Makerspace?

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CATS and EETC present: So You Want To Have a Makerspace?
Tuesday, April 15, 10:00 am

Want to start a makerspace at your library but don’t know where to begin? This program provides librarians and library staff with the essential knowledge and tools to plan, launch, and sustain a successful makerspace. From cutting-edge technology and hardware to must-have software, you’ll gain practical insights to create an innovative and engaging space for your community.
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All members of SCLA, its divisions, library personnel, and those interested in joining SCLA are welcome!

For more information on CATS, its programs, and its committees — click here!
**Membership to SCLA or CATS (and its committees) is NOT required to attend. All are welcome!**

[SCLA] CATS presents: Technical Services Roundtable – 2/27

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The Technical Services Roundtable is a great opportunity for anyone involved with technical services duties to come together and share techniques, strategies, and procedures related to ordering, processing, and cataloging library materials. In this open forum, participants are encouraged to share victories, stories, and unique tricks!
When:
Thursday, February 27, 10am – 12pm
Where:
Longwood Public Library

CATS presents: Tech Programming on a Budget with Michael Bartolomeo 

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CATS presents:Tech Programming on a Budget with Michael Bartolomeo 
 
Tuesday, February 11, 2:00 pm

Running technology programs does not have to break the bank (or your programming budget!). This webinar is designed for libraries and library personnel working with limited budgets or those who want to look before they leap into a new technology. Ideas for in-person and virtual programming will be discussed as well as helpful resources for getting the best price and getting inspired for your next potential program.
Zoom link will be provided upon registration.
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All members of SCLA, its divisions, library personnel and those who are interested in joining SCLA are welcome!

 
For more information on CATS, its programs, and its committees — click here!
 
**Membership to SCLA or CATS (and its committees) is NOT required to attend. All are welcome!**
 

Women and Technology in Libraries

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Presented by CATS and CLASC,

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

South Huntington Public Library

We invite you to the 3rd 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. Refreshments will be served and professional development hours will be given.

Register

Sharper Training Solutions on behalf of SSD and CATS, presents: An Introduction to Canva

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Sharper Training Solutions on behalf of SSD and CATS, present this program:

An Introduction to Canva

Register here

Date: Wednesday, August 14th

Time: 10 am – 12 pm

Format: Virtual

Members: Free

Guests: $5

Canva is an online design and visual communication platform that serves as a popular tool to create library marketing. Flyers, brochures, business cards, and more, are able to be designed, downloaded, and printed.

In this class, learn how to create beautiful designs and professional graphics with Canva. Whether it is a photo editor, create picture collage, logo, invitation or poster, Canva makes online graphic design easy.

Prerequisite – basic computer skills

This program will not be recorded.

Come and design with us.

If you are interested in learn more about the Support Staff Division or the Computer and Technical Services Division of the Suffolk County Library Association, please visit our membership page.

https://scla34.wildapricot.org/join-us

SCLA: Illuminate Your Library: A Tech Talk on Creating Holiday Light Shows with Chris DeCristofaro

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Illuminate Your Library: A Tech Talk on Creating Holiday Light Shows with Chris DeCristofaro

Discover the magic of holiday lights shows for your library with this engaging professional development class led by Chris DeCristofaro, Department Head of Digital Services at the Sachem Public Library. Dive into the planning of a light show including preparation, organizing, marketing and building the show and how it can fit your library space. Chris will go over hardware, software and event planning based upon his team’s experience at Sachem. Become empowered to bring joy and wonder to your library community during any holiday season by attending this overview of light shows with Chris. 

Refreshments will be provided. CEUs will be awarded. 

  • Tuesday, July 16, 2024
  • 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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  • SCLS 627 Sunrise Hwy, Bellport, NY 11713
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*Click here to register. 

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Steve Alcalde

Head of Computer and Technology Services
Rogers Memorial Library
Southampton, NY 11968

631.283.0774 ex.510

Technical Services Roundtable – Monday- April 29, 2024 – SCLS – 10 am 12 pm

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Here is a reminder for the next Technical Services Roundtable!!!

What: The Technical Services Roundtable Meeting

When: Monday, April 29, 2024

Where: Suffolk Cooperative Library System (Auditorium)
Directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/8pkk38NjDthkUXyUA

Time: 10 am – 12 pm

Everyone involved in technical services duties can benefit from the Technical Services Roundtable by sharing strategies, techniques, and procedures related to ordering, cataloging, and securing library materials. This open forum is a great place to share victories, stories, and unique tricks!

Sign-up is here:https://shorturl.at/mrO28

We would appreciate it if you would print and post the attached flyer on your staff bulletin board. 

We look forward to seeing you for a very engaging morning!!!

Kind regards,

Bob

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Robert G. Johnson
CATS division – President
Manager of Information and Technology Services
Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
120 Main Street
Setauket, NY 11733
631.941.4080 x.132

CATS/EETC Presents: Supporting Staff Through Changing Tech Trends With James Hutter

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Supporting Staff Through Changing Tech Trends With James HutterJoin The East End Tech Coalition (EETC) in welcoming James Hutter, Co-Chair of the NCLA Computers & Technology Committee and Assistant Director of the Port Washington Public Library, as he shares tips for helping library staff to embrace new technologies. As we all know, change is a difficult but necessary part of working in libraries. With libraries constantly looking for ways to stay modern, introducing new technologies can often be a challenge. James will share ideas on how to prepare staff for change, train staff in new technologies, and how to deploy tech for public or staff use.

Where:

SCLS – Auditorium
627 Sunrise Hwy, Bellport, NY 11713

When:

Tuesday,  March 5th @ 10am

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All members of SCLA, its divisions, library personnel and those who are interested in joining SCLA are welcome! 

For more information on CATS, its programs, and its committees — click here!

**Membership to SCLA or CATS (and its committees) is NOT required to attend. All are welcome! Entrance is free to all.  CEUs will be recorded based on attendance of the program. 

Click here to register

Managing Your Library Website with Drupal sponsored by the RASD Public Relations Committee and the CATS

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Managing Your Library Website with Drupal

  • Platform: Zoom
  • Date: January 9th
  • Time: 10 am

 Join experienced librarians, Stephen Ingram and Jim Garvey, as they guide you through the essentials of utilizing Drupal for effective library website management.

This software, used by Library Market to develop library centric websites, is simple to use, with a wide range of capabilities.

Register here: https://scla34.wildapricot.org/event-5507825?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=1/6/2024

This event will be recorded for registered attendees and will be available for 30 days,

Please contact Stephen Ingram with any questions.–

Stephen Ingram (he/him)
Digital Librarian
Northport-East Northport Public Library
631-261-6930 ext 333.
stepheningramlibrary@gmail.com

EETC –AI in Libraries: Possibilities and Peril With Nick Tanzi

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Discover the potential and pitfalls of AI in libraries with Nick Tanzi’s gripping presentation, “Artificial Intelligence in Libraries: Possibilities and Peril,” at the Rogers Memorial Library on Tuesday, January 16th, at 10 am. Brought to you by the East End Tech Coalition, this event is a must-attend for those interested in the future of libraries and AI.

Where:

Rogers Memorial Library
91 Coopers Farm Rd, Southampton, NY 11968

When:

Tuesday, January 16th, at 10 am


To register click here or on the link in the attachment.

**Membership to SCLA or CATS (and its committees) is NOT required to attend. All are welcome.