We hope you’ll join us in Albany – your attendance makes a BIG impact. Show up and voice your support for funding and policies that benefit libraries and spend the day with library lovers from around the State.
Get Ready:
- Register to attend Library Advocacy Day in Albany
- Register for the MHLS Advocacy Day Briefing | January 23 | 10:00 – 11:30 AM | Online
Join Rebekkah Smith Aldrich, Mid-Hudson Library System (MHLS) Executive Director and guest speaker Max Prime, Director of Government Relations and Advocacy for NYLA. This event is designed for all library advocates – library directors, staff, trustees, Friends Groups and volunteers – who are interested in speaking up for libraries during the New York budget negotiation season. Between now and April 1st, when the state budget is finalized, library advocates can influence a number of key issues such as library aid, including operating funds for MHLS, and state aid for library construction.
- Sign up to be a Library Advocate. Receive email alerts from the New York Library Association when your action is needed to act on behalf of libraries.
- Plan your trip to Albany. We recommend carpooling!
- Directions & Parking Information
- Map of the Empire State Plaza
- Check out NYLA’s Pre-Advocacy Day. This full day event takes place on February 2nd at the New York State Museum. The event is free, but registration is required. View the schedule for the day, accommodation recommendations and how to register on NYLA’s Advocacy Day web page.
Stay updated about Library Advocacy Day details and this year’s critical budget and legislative priorities at midhudson.org/library-advocacy-day/. MHLS will be sharing resources to help you be the most informed advocate you can be.
