RAMAPO CATSKILL LIBRARY SYSTEM NEWS
 
March 25, 2024
 NOTE: The RCLS offices will be closed on Friday, March 29th for Orange Ulster BOCES Recess Day.  
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2024 Banned Books Symposium:
Proactive, Reactive, Supportive
Saturday, May 4, 2024 ~ 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
Dutchess BOCES Conference Center 
Poughkeepsie, NY
 
This half-day conference will feature presentations
on banned and challenged books and programs. 
 Cost to attend $25. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided.  
Questions regarding the Symposium and Scholarships available 
for the event may be posed to Jen Park,
RCLS Government Relations Specialist, at jen@rcls.org 
Attendance for this conference will result in 4 hours of continuing education credit for library staff and trustees.
  
REGISTER HERE
 
This Symposium is in partnership with Southeastern New York Library Resources Council, Ramapo Catskill Library System, Mid-Hudson Library System, Mount Saint Mary College, SUNY New Paltz and BOCES School Library Systems of Dutchess, Orange-Ulster, Rockland, Sullivan, and Ulster.
 

 To see the Bookwerm's list of Forthcoming Bestsellers for Spring 2024,
click on the picture below!

  APRIL EVENTS OF NOTE!
Click the links for more information...
 
 
Library Giving Day - April 3, 2024
 
  
 
National Library Week 2024 (April 7-13)
Ready, Set, Library!
National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature and Newbery and Pura Belpré-award winning author Meg Medina will serve as 2024 Honorary Chair
National Library Week | Conferences & Events (ala.org)

 ** Collection Inventory prep for the Koha ILS**
 Should you have questions, please contact RCLS:
Alex Carver (alex@rcls.org)
or Martha Sullivan (msullivan@rcls.org)
 If you were unable to attend the online training about conducting your library's inventory, please view the recording posted on NicheAcademy. Type "Inventory" in the NicheAcademy Search window to access the recording.
 
 
COMMUNITY NEWS

 
 

Books by the authors will be available for purchase during lunch by cash or check only. Proceeds from the luncheon support programs at Moffat Library. For additional information CLICK HERE
 

NEWBURGH LOCAL AUTHOR FAIR!
SUNDAY, APRIL 14
(Click on the pictures below for additional information...)
 

RCLS CONTINUING EDUCATION
 
For details on registration, click on
the session titles below
 
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Guide to Understanding and Requesting Funding Through the NYS Legislature (online)
Tuesday, March 26, 2024 ~ 11:00am - 12:30pm
Join RCLS and Christie Foster to learn about the different avenues for discretionary funding that your legislative representatives have the ability to access through the New York State Legislature.  Different programs, eligibility, timing, and how to best position your library to receive extra funding will be reviewed.
1.5 hours Continuing Education credit for Library Staff
(Session does not apply towards Trustee Education credit)
 
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Coming Down to Storytime! A Family Storytime Workshop (In-Person)
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 ~ 10:00am - 12:30pm
RCLSHQ Main Meeting Room, RCLS Headquarters 619 Rte 17M, Middletown
Come learn and discuss the pros and cons of having a family style storytime. Specific points covered will be how to select books and themes for a wider age range, resources you can use to keep disruptive children (and parents) engaged, and discovering tools and tangible items that will assist you in creating a great early literacy environment for your young patrons and their families.
2.5 hours Continuing Education credit for Library Staff
(Session does not apply towards Trustee Education credit)
 
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RCLS Construction Aid Workshop -
Review of Eligible Projects (In-Person)
Friday, April 19, 2024 ~ 10:30am - 12:00pm
RCLSHQ Main Meeting Room, RCLS Headquarters 619 Rte 17M, Middletown
 
An in-depth discussion on what types of projects are eligible for the New York State Public Library Construction Aid program.  Stephen Hoefer, Chief Financial Officer, will review previously funded projects, the new program timeline, new program developments.  A Q&A session will take place at the end.
[Note: The due date for applications for 2024 is August 1st.]
2 hours Continuing Education credit for library staff
 (Workshop does not apply towards Trustee Education credit) 
 
There is an RCLS Construction Aid Mandatory Workshop for applicants scheduled for June 14, 2024.
Please register separately for the June session HERE.
 
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Resilient Communities in a Changing Climate: The Library as Hub
Cohort Series
This cohort program includes four sessions designed to facilitate participants’ understanding of climate resilience needs and opportunities at and around their locations, and the participatory approaches to working with local stakeholder partners to capture these opportunities.
Teams from individual libraries are encouraged to attend.
2 hours of Continuing Education credit/session.
 
TWO SESSIONS REMAIN! 
 
Session 3: April 15 | In-Person at Gardiner Library
(133 Farmer's Turnpike, Gardiner NY 12525)
How to Get it Done
 
Session 4: May 22 | 10:00 am -12:00 pm | In-Person at Howland Public Library 
313 Main St, Beacon, NY 12508 
(at the corner of Main St. & South Cedar St.) 
Putting it all Together
 
PLEASE NOTE: If you sign up for one or more of the many 
RCLS programs and/or continuing education opportunities,
save your registration confirmation email which will
contain the link for any ONLINE session.  
You will also receive a reminder email approximately 24 hours prior to the event.

MARKETING EDUCATION
 
For details on registration, click on the session title
 
Beyond OneTime Use: Extending Content
Use with AI in Marketing
Thursday, March 28, 2024 ~ 2:00 PM
 Maximize your marketing impact with minimal resources by
harnessing the power of content repurposing. Learn practical tips for repurposing thought leadership and event highlights, cutting webinars into digestible content, and crafting compelling customer stories from live events
   
How to Optimize Your Digital Marketing
Friday, March 29st, 2024 ~ 10:00 am
 Explore the latest trends and provide some simple ideas for incorporating them into your overall marketing strategy & 
how to provide a seamless user experience across all
channels relevant to your customer’s journey by utilizing
an omnichannel marketing strategy
 
Outreach Service to Communities
RCLS proudly supports veterans with VetNow! This online resource helps veterans and their families access benefits, transition to civilian life, and excel in academics. With live expert assistance, tailored guidance, and valuable tools, VetNow empowers veterans to navigate their post-service journey with confidence. Click below to discover how VetNow can assist you!
 

 
RCLS Marketing Services LibGuide
Click the link above to view the Guide and schedule a meeting to talk about your marketing plans with Dave Cosco, RCLS Marketing Manager. Phone: 845-243-3747 ext. 245 or via email at marketing@rcls.org
 
 
 
A Closing Thought...
 
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Ramapo Catskill Library System
619 Route 17M 
Middletown, NY 10940
845-243-3747
www.rcls.org
 
   
 
 
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