RAMAPO CATSKILL LIBRARY SYSTEM NEWS
 
MARCH 13, 2023

 
Aspen Discovery Updates!
 
The second wave of RCLS Libraries are customizing their
public catalogs with Aspen Discovery. During this phase, we've experimented with a feature that allows us to integrate
library event calendars (specifically those created using 
LibraryCalendar or LibCal) with the public discovery layer. 
 
For an example of this, check out New City's Aspen Discovery page: https://newcity.aspendiscovery.org/. Use the dropdown menu to the left of the Search button, select "in Events", and then click
the Search button to explore New City's events.
 
 
The full list of operational RCLS library Aspen interfaces
can be found on the ILS LibGuide
in the box titled "Member Libary Aspen Sites": 
https://guides.rcls.org/c.php?g=1200571&p=9456202
 

  Spring Into SUSTAINABILITY!
 
 
 
 
 
🌳Sustainability Team
Ramapo Catskill Library System

 
NYLA MEMBERSHIP
 
 
NYLA is no longer offering a discount for memberships through the System.  Under NYLA's new procedure,
each library will be responsible for their own Organizational Membership renewal.  
Use the link below to access the NYLA page and
Join or Renew - NYLA
 
QUESTIONS should be addressed to: Lauren Hoyt
Director of Association Operations, 
Membership and Financial Services 
membership@nyla.org
 

 
 
 
 
CONSTRUCTION AID WORKSHOP
April 14, 2023 ~ 10:30 am-12:00 pm
IN PERSON
RCLS Headquarters, Middletown
Presenter: Stephen Hoefer,
RCLS Chief Financial Officer

An in-depth discussion on what types of projects are eligible for the New York State Public Library Construction Aid program
 
Directors, Trustees, and Staff who will be involved with their library's construction projects are invited to attend
 
REGISTER HERE 
 
Please note: This workshop is being held earlier this year than in prior years.  The due date for submitting applications has been advanced to August 1, 2023.
 
 
COMMUNITY NEWS

Songs of Ireland
 
Sunday, March 19
 
 1:00- 3:00 pm  
 
 The Cornwall Public Library is pleased to host
The Parting Glass band
for an afternoon of Irish music.  
Space is limited and this is always
a popular feel-good, toe tapping,
sing-along event.
There is no cost for the program, but your sign-up is a commitment. Registration required.
 
Tell your fun friends and join in on a truly enjoyable afternoon of song that will put a lilt in your step!
 
Register HERE
 
 

Friends of Moffat Library 
Annual Meet the Authors Luncheon
       
 
Featured Authors: Addison Armstrong & Julia Dahl
Sunday, March 26th, 2023, 12 noon – 4 pm
Venue: F.E.A.S.T. at Round Hill, Washingtonville, NY
~ Enjoy a gourmet lunch with the authors ~
 
Click HERE for details about the authors
 
Books will be available for sale & signing at the event
Tickets are $40 per person, available for purchase at the Moffat Library
Questions? Phone 845-496-5483 ext. 324 for more info

 
Nanuet Public Library
"Get Ready for Spring Craft & Vendor Fair"
  Saturday, April 1
12-3 PM       
Get that perfect gift for any special holiday occasion!
 
Visit the Library's Community Room for this fun
Spring Shop-stravaganza!
  
Tricky Tray Raffle at 3PM
 
Contact kward@rcls.org
with questions 

RCLS CONTINUING EDUCATION
 
Click on the session name link below to register
 
Narcan Training (online)
Monday, March 20, 2023
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Orange County Department of Health will provide a Narcan training to
anyone working in an RCLS member library. 
Attendees will receive .5 continuing education credit hours
This session will not be recorded 
 
 Trustee Training Tuesdays:
Library Compliance (online via Zoom)
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Presenter: Grace Riario, RCLS Executive Director
Trustees will receive 1 Trustee Education 
credit hour for the session
 
Cricut 101 Training and RCLS Lending Zoo
In-Person Workshop at RCLS Headquarters, Middletown
Thursday, March 23, 2023 ~ Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
 
A new addition to the materials available to
member libraries on loan from RCLS!  
Cricut® makes smart cutting machines that work with an easy-to-use app to help you design and personalize almost anything. While at RCLS, participants will have the opportunity to explore additional items RCLS loans out to member libraries such as the mobile circ, AccuCut dies, Ozobots, and more!
Participants will earn 2 CE credits.
Space is limited.  Registration is REQUIRED.
MARKETING EDUCATION
 
For details on registration, click on the title line below
 
5 Secrets of Email Marketing Geniuses
Tuesday, March 14, 2023 - 3:00 PM ET
FREE Online Webinar presented by Firespring
There is more power and leverage in one email
subscriber than 100 Facebook likes or 50 Twitter
followers if email marketing is done right. 
 
Blogging Best Practices for Nonprofits
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 - 1:00 PM ET
FREE Online Webinar presented by Nonprofit Tech for Good
Blogging allows your nonprofit to have a consistent stream
of new content to use in your e-newsletter and share on social media
which, in turn, increases traffic to your website and
awareness of your nonprofit’s brand.
 

Advocacy Visit with NYS Senator Bill Weber
On March 6, representatives from RCLS, Valley Cottage Library, Finkelstein Memorial Library, Orangeburg
Library, Haverstraw King’s Daughters Public Library,
New City Library, Nyack Library, Pearl River
Public Library, and Nanuet Public Library visited
NYS Senator Bill Weber’s office in Nanuet.   
 
RCLS Marketing Services LibGuide
Click the link above to view the LibGuide and 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.

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