Suffolk County Library Association
SCLA hosted our joint Spring Mix and Mingle networking event with PLDA and CLASC on Thursday, March 28. We had over 65 professionals join us at James Joyce in Patchogue for food, drinks, raffles and fun. It was a rewarding experience for all! A big thank you to PLDA, CLASC, our Division Presidents and the SCLA Executive Board for making this event a true success. We look forward to future collaborations and networking opportunities.
Mark Your Calendars! Spring Mix & Mingle Awaits on March 28th!
Dust off your business cards and get ready to connect, collaborate, and celebrate at the PLDA, SCLA & CLASC Spring Mix & Mingle – the networking event designed to ignite your professional spirit!
Here’s what you get:
This is your chance to:
Join us on:
Date: Thursday, March 28, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: James Joyce Restaurant & Pub | 49 South Ocean Ave Patchogue, NY 11772
Tickets:
P.S. Spread the word! Share this event with your library crew and let’s make it an unforgettable night!
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Anthony Giansante (he/him)
Join SCLA and the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless for a presentation on Homelessness on Long Island and the impact it has on Libraries and Library staff. Support staff from the LICH will share tips, advice and resources for Librarians to use on a daily basis.
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In order to register for the Long Island Library Conference 2024 and receive the SCLA discount, you will need to know your SCLA membership number.
Login here: https://scla34.wildapricot.org/
Click “forgot password” to reset your password if lost.
Click on your name at the top of the screen.
Your SCLA membership number is on your membership card in the center of the screen.
Entry Level and Librarian I Exams
Click on the image below to download the PDF from the Civil Service Program presented on 10-19-23
The Health Concerns Committee Breakfast is a few weeks away!
Join us for breakfast and a great presentation!
Register at: https://forms.gle/WRGcRmuSKYpwZmn1A
Health Concerns Committee
Reference and Adult Services Division of SCLA
Annual Breakfast!Caregivers: Information & Resources from the Parker Jewish Institute
Presented By Joann CaramanicoWednesday, November 15, 9:30am
SCLS Auditorium – 627 Sunrise Hwy, Bellport
Join us for breakfast and a special presentation by Joann Caramanico of Parker Jewish Institute. Joann will be there to speak about their program “Willing Hearts Helpful Hands Alzheimer’s Caregiver Grant Initiative” and the services their organization can offer for libraries and their patrons.
Register at: https://forms.gle/WRGcRmuSKYpwZmn1A1 hour of professional development will be credited to attendees
Contact: Stephanie DiChiara ~ s.dichiara@sayvillelibrary.org or Michelle Rung ~ michelle.rung@nenpl.org with any questions!
Monday, November 13
10:00am-12:00pm @ SCLS
Free for SCLA members
$5 for non-members
Register: https://scla34.wildapricot.org/event-5444356?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=11/5/2023
Join fellow Librarians and level up your mindfulness and communication game! This workshop will offer guided meditation, followed by a presentation on Technical Communication in today’s workplace. Light refreshments will be provided. Professional Development hours will be awarded. Please bring a non-perishable food item for Long Island Cares, Inc.
Are you looking to advance your career to the administration level?
Then this program might be for you!
Please find a flyer attached advertising the new Mentorship Program sponsored by PLDA, CLASC & SCLA. This program will pair a librarian looking to advance their career with an established Library Director.
If you’re interested in participating in this exciting opportunity, please fill out the form linked at the bottom of the flyer by October 16.
Please email cmitchell@wbpl.us with any questions.
Thank you!
Carisse Mitchell
SCLA President 2024
Thursday, October 26, 2023
from 6- 9 PM
at The Meadowedge at West Sayville Country Club
Meeting,
DJ,
Dancing,
Networking,
Awards,
Raffles,
Toys for Tots donations
Price: $70 for members $75 for non-members
Questions regarding membership, email: sclamembershipli@gmail.com
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