RAMAPO CATSKILL LIBRARY SYSTEM NEWS
 
June 20, 2023
We extend our apologies.  
The issue you received on Friday June 16 was a draft version sent in error.  This is the final product.  
Happy reading!
Welcome our new
RCLS Staff Member!
 
We are excited to announce that
Meaghan Doyle has joined the RCLS team
as our new Community Engagement &
Talent Development Specialist
Contact her at meaghan@rcls.org
 
Some of you may know Meaghan from her previous position as Head of Adult Services at the Cornwall Public Library. She brings extensive library experience and passion for community service to our office. She insists she will miss her Cornwall book groups, but is secretly happy to be reading for fun again!
As she takes on her new role, Meaghan will be working closely with Jen Park during the next several months.
  

 
New York State
Internet Access Survey
 
The Digital Equity Survey (bit.ly/connectall-survey)
has been released to gather information about barriers and challenges to internet access and digital equity throughout New York State.
The survey responses will be used to guide decisions to ensure access to high-quality and affordable internet service, devices, skills training, and digital support are available to all residents.
 The survey will close on June 30th.  
We ask you to encourage your patrons to complete the Survey.  
Survey participants input will be anonymous.
The online survey is available in 12 languages: Arabic, Bengali, Chinese (Simplified), French, Haitian Creole, Italian, Korean, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Urdu, and Yiddish.
Click HERE for a flyer you may print and post. 
 
To learn more about ConnectAll, Governor Hochul’s $1+ billion initiative that will deliver affordable internet access to millions of New Yorkers, bolster digital equity, and transform the state's digital infrastructure through new investments visit https://broadband.ny.gov/.  
 

 
Get "revved up" for the
RCLS Road Trip!
 
 
Materials for participating libraries have
rolled out!  Goodies galore to augment a
super-fun Summer Reading Program!!!
 
Make a pit-stop at the Road Trip LibGuide for online resources to help you with your planning...
 

 
Load up on the sunblock -
the Forthcoming Summer 2023 Bestsellers List
from The Bookwerm is here -
and it's SIZZLING!  
Click on the picture below and grab some lemonade
while you peruse the great choices...

COMMUNITY NEWS

 
 
 
 
MAMAKATING LIBRARY
TO PARTICIPATE IN FOUNDERS DAY CELEBRATION
July 8th from 12-5pm
(rain or shine)
Sullivan Street from Rte 209 to Canal St
 
Founders Day is the big annual street fair in Wurtsboro. The library will be hosting a voter registration table and a community conversations/family games area this year. The Friends of the Library will be hosting their book sale tent. More info is available here: 
https://www.wurtsboro.org/
or via the Wurtsboro Board of Trade Facebook page.

 
Award-Winning Author
Meg Medina, National Ambassador
for Young People’s Literature,
visits Newburgh Free Library
 
 
A capacity crowd of children, teens and adults were
treated to an unforgettable program presented by
Meg Medina as part of her national tour: 
Cuéntame!: Let’s talk books   
 
Newburgh Free Library has the distinction of being selected as one of a handful of locations in the U.S. for this national tour to emphasize books and stories
as a part of everyday life!
 
The early evening event on the Library Plaza featured activities, music, and an enthralling talk by Ms. Medina.  The author posed for photos with attendees and
smiles and laughter were plentiful! Her legions of
fans then lined up to have copies of her works
personally dedicated & autographed.
 
This very special day will live long in the happy memories of the community and the Library's staff!!
 
 

RCLS CONTINUING EDUCATION
PLEASE NOTE: If you sign up for one or more of the many 
RCLS programs and/or continuing education opportunities listed below,
save your registration confirmation email which will
contain the Zoom link for any ONLINE session.  
You will also receive a reminder email approximately 24 hours prior to the event.
 
For details on registration, click on the title line below 
 
Peer Review: Programming and Display Policies Workshop (Online)
Thursday, July 27, 2023  ~ 10:00am - 12:00pm
This session is open to library workers and trustees within as well as beyond the Ramapo Catskill Library System.  The purpose of this workshop is to strengthen policies focused on programming and display.
This session will count for 2 continuing education credit
hours for staff and trustee education.
Registration is REQUIRED to receive the Zoom link
 
 Introduction to Canva (Online)
Guest presenter: Tracy Dunstan, Head of Adult & Digital Services, Nyack Library
Wednesday, August 9, 2023 ~ 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us to discuss all things Canva and hopefully walk away with some valuable tools to expand your library graphic design project!
1 continuing education credit hour for staff
(This session will not count toward trustee training)
Registration is REQUIRED to receive the Zoom link
MARKETING EDUCATION
 
For details on registration, click on the title line below
 
 10 Ways to Create More Content
in Less Time (Online)
Wednesday, June 21, 2023 ~ 1:00-1:30 pm
- How to create content with less resources and time  
- Best practices for scaling your content production  
- How to maximize the ROI of your content strategy
(While you're registering, check out the other offerings from this
company that may be of interest as well!)
 
 
  Advanced TikTok Strategies: How to Build Brand Awareness, Equity, and Community
(Online via Zoom)
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 ~ 1:00 pm
In this webinar you’ll learn three innovative approaches
for TikTok: participatory entertainment, culture-fueled
responsive campaigns, and reinventing traditional formats.
 
 
CALLING ALL VETERANS!
VetNow stands by our community's veterans, providing unwavering support in securing the benefits they rightfully deserve. Connect with a live veteran navigator today for  assistance with housing, education, employment, healthcare, mental health services, and much more. Access these vital VetNow resources by using your RCLS member library card.
 
Don't have a card yet? No problem! Simply visit one of our 47 member libraries to obtain your library card and unlock a world of invaluable services tailored specifically for veterans like you. For a list of library locations click here.  
 
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
 
 

 
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Ramapo Catskill Library System
619 Route 17M 
Middletown, NY 10940
845-243-3747
www.rcls.org