RAMAPO CATSKILL LIBRARY SYSTEM NEWS
 
October 24, 2022

 
 CELEBRATE this great
 Library Construction Aid News!! 
 
2021 Construction Aid 
RCLS was allocated an additional $198,456 towards last year's NYS Public Library Construction Aid applications bringing
the total amount in Aid to $1,635,475 - -
the most RCLS has ever seen! 
RCLS congratulates member library recipients and extends
thanks for advocating to legislators.  Your advocacy efforts on
 the critical need for repairs & improvements was instrumental in securing this increased funding from the State.   
Libraries should see the initial 90% payments in the next 30 days. 
 
 2022 Construction Aid
A total of 20 NYS Public Library Construction Aid applications
were submitted to RCLS for projects totaling $6,576,500.  
This is the largest dollar amount in requests
we've ever had, and RCLS hopes State Aid will once again
be 'bountiful' for 2023. (Keep up the advocacy!)
 
For more information on the breakdowns, click links
2021 NYS Public Library Construction Aid Awards
2022 NYS Public Library Construction Aid Applications
 
 

FORTHCOMING BESTSELLERS FOR FALL!

Courtesy of Eileen Acosta, here is the link to the PDF of RCLS' Forthcoming Bestsellers list for Fall 2022. You can print them out for your circ desk for patrons coming in or put a copy in with their holds when they pick them up.
 

OCTOBER IS
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
988 is the three-digit number for the nation-wide
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (NSPL)
**988 is a FREE service available to everyone
via chat, text or phone**
 
Click for a 988 FAQ sheet in English
Click for a 988 FAQ sheet in Spanish
Click on the picture below for more resources
 

Community News
ESCALATION
Wed., Oct 26th
2:30 - 5:00 PM
A Film Screening & Discussion for Domestic Violence Awareness Month 
Presented by
Fearless Hudson Valley
in partnership with EBCPL
In-person event at
Robert D. Norris Community Room, E.B. Crawford Public Library
479 Broadway, Monticello 
 
(Click HERE for more information)
 


Congrats to
Newly Awarded
Local Author

Chelsea Harlan, Communications & Programs Specialist at Livingston Manor Free Library, has been selected as this year's
winner of the
American Poetry Review / Honickman First Book Prize for her work Bright Shade.  
The volume, published by Copper Canyon Press, is available for purchase in paperback or hardcover through the publisher or The American Poetry Review.  


Tuxedo Family
Fun Day!

 The annual event, held October 8th this year, had everything from an Apple Pie Bakeoff to live music and hayrides.  Tuxedo Public Library hosted a children's story time, a craft table and sponsored a raffle basket.  Another terrific opportunity for the library to reach out and share a day of FUN with their community!
 


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Suffern Library Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
 On October 12, Suffern Free Library celebrated the opening of its new outdoor patio, storytime gazebo and cafe with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The new space, partially funded by the Woman's Club of Suffern, will expand the use of the Library to the outdoors where patrons will be able to enjoy their refreshments and gather in the amazing outdoor space. Members of the community, as well as local politicians, came out in support of the Library on what turned out to be a wonderful day. Members of the RCLS community are invited to visit Suffern Library's new outdoor space.

Smiles of pride
and happiness!
   
Suffern Library Director Darlene Alessi displays SFL's Certificate of Recognition, flanked by Krista Hoversten, President of the Woman's Club of Suffern, and Senator Elijah Reichlin-Melnick 



RCLS is proud of its relationship with
area Correctional Facility libraries! 
Add this Panel Discussion to your itinerary for the
NYLA Annual Conference & Trade Show "Back to the Future"
to learn more about alternative library settings...  
Niche Librarianship:
Unconventional Special Libraries
Friday, November 4th, 3:45-5:00 PM [Saratoga B3]
Panelists: 
Jai Blackburn
(NYS DHSES/OFPC, NYS Academy of Fire Science)
Regan Brumagen
(Rakow Research Library at The Corning Museum of Glass)
Karrie Williamson
(NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision,
Otisville Correctional Facility)
 
A chance to hear from special librarians working in unusual environments or with unique collections. Learn more about these interesting areas of librarianship, including what the jobs entail,
work environments, and personality traits that may be assets for these jobs, and how to find out about these career opportunities.
 
There's still time to register - click on the picture below to make YOUR arrangements
 


Member Library COVID Status
The Member Library COVID Status page of the RCLS website
is the place to go for updates! If you would like to know your neighboring library's hours and services, click here.
 To update your library's status, contact Eileen Acosta at eacosta@rcls.org
 
RCLS Continuing Education
Click on the links below to register
 
Phishing/Ransomware, Lesson 2 (online)
Tuesday, October 25, 2022, Time: 2:00pm - 3:00 pm
This session will review the concepts of phishing and ransomware and provide activities to demonstrate real-world application of these kinds of attacks.
 
Teaching Adults: Understanding Andragogy and Planning for Meaningful Interactions 
Friday, October 28, 2022, Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm
ONLINE VIA ZOOM
This presentation will focus on developing positive and meaningful
interactions with adult library patrons, with a focus on best practices
in andragogy.  The definition and principles of andragogy will be
covered, as well as various adult learning styles.
 
Business Email Compromise, Lesson 1 (online)
Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Time: 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Organizations are facing many cybersecurity threats. One very prevalent
threat is business email compromise (BEC). This session will explore
what BEC is and how to mitigate this threat. 
RCLS WORKSHOP
RESCHEDULED FROM 10/20/2022
 ComicsPlus TRAINING
RCLS member libraries can now offer access to this new service!  
ONLINE training session offered by LibraryPass to
get started with ComicsPlus, including helping patrons
set up accounts and download books is October 27, 3:30pm
Click the picture to register:
 
Here is a link to a Google Drive of
marketing materials that LibraryPass offers: 
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1hA3UJsY64MEOGPDltkK7uaSYG2cCT0qG
 
MARKETING EDUCATION SESSIONS
 
For details on registration, click the webinar titles below
  
Video Editing Deep Dive
Tuesday October 26, 2022 - 10:30-11:30 AM
FREE Online Workshop presented by Canva
 Canva for Teams makes it super easy to collaborate on designs, but did you know you can also edit videos together? You can bring your whole team together to collaborate and create brilliant video content.
 
Intro to SEO 
Wednesday, November 2, 2022 - 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
FREE Online Livestream presented by General Assembly
If you're interested in driving targeted traffic to your website, understanding Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is more important than ever!  You'll learn basic strategies for creating an effective SEO campaign that improves your online visibility and brings potential customers to your website.
 
 
 
RCLS Marketing Services
View the LibGuide and then schedule a meeting to talk about your marketing plans with Dave Cosco, RCLS Marketing Manager, online or on the phone
You may reach Dave at 845-243-3747 ext. 245
or via email at marketing@rcls.org
 
Reminder
If you signed up for one or more of the  many RCLS programs 
and/or continuing education opportunities, save your registration confirmation email which contains the Zoom link for any online session.  
You will also receive a reminder email approximately 24 hours prior to the event.
  
 
 
 
 
A closing thought...
Happy Halloween!
 
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Ramapo Catskill Library System
619 Route 17M 
Middletown, NY 10940
845-243-3747
www.rcls.org