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Meeting of the Putnam County Library Association.

Save the date for the Annual Fall Into Books Children’s and Teen Literature Conference. This full day event brings together school and public librarians from eight counties within the Hudson Valley. This collaborative event features book discussion sessions – ranging from picture books to young adult as well as author presentations. This conference provides an excellent opportunity for attendees to engage in collaborative discussions on children’s and teen literature.

Location: Newburgh Armory, 321 S. William Street, Newburgh, NY 12550

Updated information about this event including registration will be posted on https://fallintobooks.org/.

65th Annual Membership Meeting: Details to come.

REGISTER HERE

Multiyear financial planning is a vital tool for library boards and directors, particularly those struggling with difficult financial conditions. It can aid decision-makers to set long-term priorities and work toward goals, rather than making choices based only on what funds are available today. This is important when resources are limited and can also be beneficial to avoiding future stress. Join Rebekkah Smith Aldrich, MHLS Executive Director & Co-Author of the Handbook for Library Trustees in New York State to review the Office of the State Comptroller’s multi-year financial planning process and helpful data sources to help strengthen your library’s financial position and ability to meet community needs.

New York Library Association Annual Conference and Trade Show.

Details Coming Soon.

Meeting of the Columbia County Library Association.

MHLS will be closed on November 11, 2024 in observance of Veterans Day.

There will be no deliveries and the MHLS ticket system will not be monitored.

The current Directors Association Meeting Packet will be available at Mid-Hudson Library System Directors Association page.

Meeting of the Ulster County Library Association.

Meeting of the Dutchess County Directors Association.

Location: TBD

MHLS will be closed on November 28, 2024 in observance of Thanksgiving Day.

There will be no deliveries and the MHLS ticket system will not be monitored.

MHLS will be closed on November 29, 2024 in observance of Thanksgiving Day.

There will be no deliveries and the MHLS ticket system will not be monitored.

The MHLS Board Packet will be available on the Mid-Hudson Library System Board of Trustees page.

Meeting of the Putnam County Library Association.

Meet Up for New Directors

Topic: Library Finances

You are not alone! Join us for an informal gathering of New Directors (in your role for 3 years or less) to discuss relevant topics related to finding your path as a new director. Facilitated by MHLS Executive Director, Rebekkah Smith Aldrich, author of the Handbook for New Library Directors in New York State & co-author of the Handbook for Library Trustees in New York State, this program will address questions submitted in advance by attendees, particularly in the areas of working with your board, planning, and project/time management.

Submit your questions here: https://forms.gle/GVVDxvEGmprPXTfWA

Meeting of the MHLS Board of Trustees.

Meeting of the Greene County Library Association.

Location TBD.

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Get the basics of circulation in Sierra – great for new staff or as a refresher.

This webinar will cover the fundamental knowledge and procedures for working at the circ desk of any MHLS library, including resource sharing among libraries, creating new accounts, managing holds, dealing with fines and fees, and more. Attendees should leave with the confidence to handle the majority of their day-to-day circulation tasks.

Introduction to Sierra Circulation is designed with new staff in mind, but all are welcome.

The webinar will be recorded.

Meeting of the Columbia County Library Association.

Meeting of the Ulster County Library Association.

Snow date for the December 10th Meeting of the MHLS Board of Trustees.

MHLS will be closed on December 25, 2024 in observance of Christmas Day.

There will be no deliveries and the MHLS ticket system will not be monitored.

Library Advocacy Day 2025 has been set for February 5, 2025.