RAMAPO CATSKILL LIBRARY SYSTEM NEWS
 
JANUARY 3, 2023

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ONE AND ALL! 

 
PLEASE PARTICIPATE in the 
 
RCLS ILS EVALUATION SURVEY
 
Systemwide, hundreds of daily users rely on
WorkFlows and SymphonyWeb. 
RCLS needs to know what you like or dislike about the
current vendor and what functionality you would like to
see that would make your job easier...  
The survey is an opportunity to tell us what
you want from your ILS software. 
 
The survey can be found here:
https://rcls.libwizard.com/f/symphonyrcls 
The submission period will end on January 12, 2023
 
Many thanks for your collaboration.
We look forward to receiving your comments!
 
(Thank you to those who have already taken the time to share your feedback!) 

The Bookwerm Returns for 2023!

Click on the picture below to view the newest list
 
Curated by Eileen Acosta, RCLS Outreach Services Assistant

 
A Tree Can Be
    
In 2022, RCLS adopted Sustainability as
one of our core values...  
If you'd like to encourage a similar commitment among your staff and/or the patrons of your library 
Click HERE to access a FREE Toolkit 
for materials available for download
in both English and Spanish
Taking interest in the preservation of our planet is a
wonderful effort for anyone at any age!
 
A Tree Can Be was designed by the Arbor Day Foundation to portray the benefits of trees in an unexpected way, assigning them characteristics that prompt the audience to see trees differently.  Connect with your neighbors and community leaders, educating them on how trees play a vital role in your community.
(Watch their video by clicking here)
 
 

 
Oath of Office for Trustees
~ Reminder ~
As part of welcoming new and returning Trustees
to a library Board, it is important to fulfill the obligation of administering and filing the 
Oath of Office as detailed in the Handbook for Library Trustees of New York State.
The Oath should be administered for any trustee
upon beginning a new term of service. 
 
  Click HERE to access the full Handbook
in PDF form.
Page 23 of the file will walk you through the process for administering & filing the Oath of Office.
 
COMMUNITY NEWS

 
 
And the Nominee is...
 
Newburgh Free Library has been nominated for the 2023 National Medal for Museum and Library Service by Assemblymember Jonathan Jacobson (D-Newburgh).
Awarded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), this prestigious medal is given to institutions that “demonstrate extraordinary
and innovative approaches
to public service.”
 
Each year, the IMLS selects three libraries and three museums to honor. Finalists will be announced in the spring of 2023.
 
BRAVO NFL!!!
 
Click here to read the full article online
 
 
Executive Director, Mary Lou Carolan and Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson
(Photo credit: Times Hudson Valley Media)

 
 
Sustainability in Practice!
 
The Gardiner Library has
organized a permanent
Recycling Station
in the foyer of their library.
 
What a terrific way to help the community be mindful of items
that might otherwise be tossed
in the trash to become "landfill"!

Items accepted:
  - Oral care products (toothpaste
    tubes, toothbrushes, floss containers)
  - Pens/highlighters/markers, caps and
    pencils (mechanical and wooden)
  - Razors and outer packaging
  - Crayons
 
 
 
RCLS CONTINUING EDUCATION
 
Click on the session name link below to register
 
Resilience Film & Discussion 
In-Person, RCLS HQ Main Meeting Room
Friday, January 6, 2023 ~ Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Researchers have recently discovered a dangerous biological
syndrome caused by abuse and neglect during childhood.
Join us for a viewing of the film and a discussion surrounding
the content and information provided by researchers.
We will discuss how libraries may alter what and how we engage with the community as well as each other through this new lens. 
Attendees will receive 2 CE credit hours. Space is limited.
 
Mock Book Awards
In-Person RCLS HQ Main Meeting Room
Friday, January 13, 2023 
The Mock book discussions are a great way to read the best books of the year, selected by your peers. These discussions will help with collection development and reader's advisory. (Snow Date: Fri. Jan 20)
REGISTRATION ENDS JANUARY 4TH!!
 
RCLS Mock Caldecott Book Awards
9:00-11:00 am
RCLS Mock Newbery Book Award
11:15 am- 1:15 pm
RCLS Mock Printz Book Award
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Attendees will receive 2 CE credit hours for each session.
 
 
Library Landscaping with Native Plants 
In-Person, RCLS HQ Main Meeting Room
Tuesday, January 17, 2023 ~ Time: 10:00am - 11:30am
Presenter: Renee Stover
Cornell Cooperative Extension Senior Master Gardener
Planting techniques and maintenance will be discussed, and the presentation will include specific examples of appropriate shrubs and trees for landscape planting.
Participants will earn 2 CE credits in sustainability.
This program will NOT be recorded. (Snow Date: Wed. Jan 18)
 
Advantage Basics (online)
Tuesday, January 17, 2023 ~ Time: 2:00 - 3:00 pm
(rescheduled from Jan 10th)
This session will be for those who are new to purchasing eContent.
If this responsibility is not part of your current position, you are still
welcome to attend to learn about the Advantage program!
 
MARKETING EDUCATION
 
For details on registration for this free online workshop,
click on the title line below
 
 
 Marketing Session (online via Zoom)
Wednesday, January 11, 2023 ~ Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Presented by Dave Cosco, RCLS Marketing Manager
 
This course will focus on social media advertising, its benefits,
essential statistics, popular platforms, and how much
paid advertising campaigns cost and how they work.
The discussion will also include social media tips
and suggestions, followed by a Q&A session.
 
 
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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 A closing thought...
 
 
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Ramapo Catskill Library System
619 Route 17M 
Middletown, NY 10940
845-243-3747
www.rcls.org