Would you like an opportunity to honor an active library supporter, a community volunteer, or your Friends of the Library? The Friends of Libraries Section offers the FLS Daniel W. Casey Library Advocacy Award to honor the efforts of volunteers who have contributed to the growth of libraries or Friends groups. The deadline to submit
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Celebrate Citizen Science Month this April with an inspiring webinar on Wednesday, April 29, at 2 PM hosted by the Sustainable Libraries Initiative (SLI)! While many think of libraries solely as quiet spaces for books, they are rapidly becoming vital hubs for global change. We’ve teamed up with SciStarter to showcase how libraries of all
Youth Services Section of NYLA has announced the Ann Gibson Scholarship Award! This scholarship is given annually to honor the memory of Ann Gibson, a dynamic and dedicated librarian, storyteller, and teacher, in recognition of her many contributions to the field of youth service librarianship. The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial assistance
Library staff members are invited to join Dia Beacon (3 Beekman Street, Beacon, NY 12508) for their annual Spring Library Information Session – Friday, April 24th, 10 AM – 12 PM. The day will begin with a light breakfast, followed by an overview of Dia, their upcoming programmatic offerings, and their Library membership program. After
The American Library Association (ALA) has released a new landscape report under the Aging Together: An Evaluation of Library Programming for Older Adults initiative to better understand the current state of library programming for older adults. ALA and Knology have conducted a high-level review of the existing literature on this subject, focusing on programs designed to advance health and well-being, social
Digital Navigators are trained, trusted guides who help library patrons with various technology needs. Navigators assist anyone needing a device, secure free or low-cost internet service, and much more. To learn more about the work of Digital Navigators of the Hudson Valley, you can view the website here. Applications for the April 2026 cohort are
Thank you to Assemblymember Didi Barrett, who has donated multiple copies of the 2026 volume of Women’s History in the Hudson Valley: Ten Stories from Columbia and Dutchess Counties to member libraries within the 106th district! The booklet features the stories of Lucy Graves, civil rights activist; Angelica Singleton Van Buren, White House hostess; Laurie
This is a new grant program administered by the New York State Library (NYSL). The intent of the program is to improve the capacity of library systems and public and association libraries to offer services and information resources in their communities in the areas of outreach and community engagement; best practices in literacy; and social
This year New York joins the nation in America250, commemorating the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Find out what your colleagues have done (or plan on doing) to recognize and explore this historic milestone in their communities in shaping New York’s history at 2 PM Tuesday, April 28, at the next Adult Program Swap. Has your library begun
Registration is now open for NYLA’s Spring on the Hill 2026! This one-day mini-conference has something for everyone – even the most experienced advocates. Session topics include navigating the media landscape, storytelling in advocacy, and advocacy trends among others! Lunch will be provided, giving participants a chance to network, catch up with colleagues, and engage
