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LibraryIQ Online Demo

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online at SCLS
Program Type:
Adult Services, Children's Services, Director, PALS, YA Services
Event Details:

LibraryIQ offers comprehensive tools for library management, including maintaining relevant collections, visualizing patron engagement, and discovering community needs. It provides...

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Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Online
Program Type: Adult Services, Children's Services, Director, PALS, YA Services
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Seats Remaining: 62
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LibraryIQ offers comprehensive tools for library management, including maintaining relevant collections, visualizing patron engagement, and discovering community needs.

IN-PERSON-Dementia Services in Suffolk County

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Auditorium at SCLS
Program Type:
Adult Services, Children's Services, Outreach Services, Professional Development, SCLS Staff, YA Services
Event Details:

Join representatives from a variety of organizations that provide programs and services to people living with memory loss, Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementias, their families a...

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Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Auditorium
Program Type: Adult Services, Children's Services, Outreach Services, Professional Development, SCLS Staff, YA Services
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Seats Remaining: 31
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Join representatives from a variety of organizations that provide programs and services to people living with memory loss, Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementias, their families and caregivers.

Vaping and Smoking: How it Impacts Your Lung Health and Cancer

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
YA Services
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The Healthy Libraries Program (HeLP) and Stony Brook Cancer Center Office for Community Outreach and Engagement have partnered to provide cancer education to librarians and patrons...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Program Type: YA Services
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The Healthy Libraries Program (HeLP) and Stony Brook Cancer Center Office for Community Outreach and Engagement have partnered to provide cancer education to librarians and patrons.

The Science of Reading and What This Means for New York Public Librarians - ONLINE

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Children's Services, Professional Development, YA Services
Event Details:

Professional Development: 1.5 hoursThe Science of Reading has been a hot topic in education, but what does it mean for public libraries? Literacy Consultant, Lu Benke, PhD, will be...

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Program Type: Children's Services, Professional Development, YA Services
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18

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Professional Development: 1.5 hours

YS New Librarian Roundtable

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Auditorium at SCLS
Program Type:
Children's Services, YA Services
Event Details:

A gathering of new Youth Services librarians to ask questions, discuss ideas, and meet new colleagues! 

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Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Auditorium
Program Type: Children's Services, YA Services
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Seats Remaining: 29

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A gathering of new Youth Services librarians to ask questions, discuss ideas, and meet new colleagues! 

Gateway 101: Marketing

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Adult Services, Children's Services, Marketing, Professional Development, YA Services
Gateway 101:

This interactive meeting will start with a general overview of various aspects and resources of the Gateway, followed by a Q&A, as well as an opportunity to suggest additions a...

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This session is open to all library staff, however it will concentrate on information of most use to those who participate in Marketing and Social Media tasks.  Professio...

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Program Type: Adult Services, Children's Services, Marketing, Professional Development, YA Services
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Seats Remaining: 47

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This interactive meeting will start with a general overview of various aspects and resources of the Gateway, followed by a Q&A, as well as an opportunity to suggest additions and improvements.

 

This meeting will be held over zoom, so participants may follow along on their own computers. 

 

The Gateway 101 series will be held monthly, with rotating presentations tailored to specific departments. To see the upcoming sessions, please click here.

This session is open to all library staff, however it will concentrate on information of most use to those who participate in Marketing and Social Media tasks. 

 

Professional Development: 1.5 Hours

Suffolk County Parks Parking Pass Information Session

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Adult Services, Children's Services, Marketing, YA Services
Event Details:

Join us for an overview of the redesigned Suffolk County Parks Parking Pass program.

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Program Type: Adult Services, Children's Services, Marketing, YA Services
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 95

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Join us for an overview of the redesigned Suffolk County Parks Parking Pass program.

Future-Ready Youth: Preparing Our Patrons to Navigate the Age of AI

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Children's Services, YA Services
Event Details:

Professional Development: 1 hourCLICK HERE TO REGISTER! Zoom link will be sent closer to the date of the event.Join us for a virtual presentation from Nick Tanzi, assistant directo...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Program Type: Children's Services, YA Services
Event Details:

Professional Development: 1 hour

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! Zoom link will be sent closer to the date of the event.

(Virtual) Mental Health Lunch & Learn Response Crisis Center

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Online at SCLS
Program Type:
Adult Services, Children's Services, Outreach Services, Professional Development, SCLS Staff, YA Services
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Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Online
Program Type: Adult Services, Children's Services, Outreach Services, Professional Development, SCLS Staff, YA Services
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From Overdue to Renewed: Self-Care for Librarians

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Auditorium at SCLS
Program Type:
Adult Services, Children's Services, Professional Development, YA Services
Event Details:

Join us for a refreshing self-care workshop designed specifically for librarians! In this workshop, we'll explore simple yet effective ways to manage stress and nurture well-being ...

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Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Auditorium
Program Type: Adult Services, Children's Services, Professional Development, YA Services
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Seats Remaining: 0
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Join us for a refreshing self-care workshop designed specifically for librarians! In this workshop, we'll explore simple yet effective ways to manage stress and nurture well-being in a busy library environment.

Cataloging Roundtable

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Auditorium at SCLS
Program Type:
Adult Services, Children's Services, YA Services
Event Details:

The Cataloging Roundtable will serve as a networking and discussion group for all library staff responsible for cataloging materials in Suffolk County libraries. Library staff are ...

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Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Auditorium
Program Type: Adult Services, Children's Services, YA Services
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 46
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The Cataloging Roundtable will serve as a networking and discussion group for all library staff responsible for cataloging materials in Suffolk County libraries.

Disability Awareness 101: Demystifying Disabilities

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Auditorium at SCLS
Program Type:
Children's Services, Professional Development, YA Services
Event Details:

Professional Development 2 HoursJoin ACCESSforALL for Disability Awareness 101: Demystifying Disabilities! This professional development workshop offers an introduction to understa...

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Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Auditorium
Program Type: Children's Services, Professional Development, YA Services
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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Professional Development 2 Hours

A circular logo with colored pencils in the middle. Words on the outside of the circle read "Suffolk County Public Libraries Summer Tour 2025".

2025 Summer Tour Staff Training

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Online at SCLS
Program Type:
Adult Services, Children's Services, Director, Marketing, Professional Development, YA Services
Event Details:

Join us for an overview of the 2025 Suffolk County Public Library Tour. We will cover important dates, supplies, marketing, and more!

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Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Online
Program Type: Adult Services, Children's Services, Director, Marketing, Professional Development, YA Services
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 288
Event Details:

Join us for an overview of the 2025 Suffolk County Public Library Tour. We will cover important dates, supplies, marketing, and more!

A circular logo with colored pencils in the middle. Words on the outside of the circle read "Suffolk County Public Libraries Summer Tour 2025".

2025 Summer Tour Staff Training

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online at SCLS
Program Type:
Adult Services, Children's Services, Director, Marketing, Professional Development, YA Services
Event Details:

Join us for an overview of the 2025 Suffolk County Public Library Tour. We will cover important dates, supplies, marketing, and more!

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Registration
Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Online
Program Type: Adult Services, Children's Services, Director, Marketing, Professional Development, YA Services
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 294
Event Details:

Join us for an overview of the 2025 Suffolk County Public Library Tour. We will cover important dates, supplies, marketing, and more!

In-Person – Active Shooter Training

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Auditorium at SCLS
Program Type:
Adult Services, Children's Services, Outreach Services, Professional Development, SCLS Staff, YA Services
Event Details:

The Suffolk County Police Department Homeland Security Section provides training in Active Shooter Basic Survival Strategies. This training is based upon lessons learned and best p...

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Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Auditorium
Program Type: Adult Services, Children's Services, Outreach Services, Professional Development, SCLS Staff, YA Services
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

The Suffolk County Police Department Homeland Security Section provides training in Active Shooter Basic Survival Strategies. This training is based upon lessons learned and best practices. The training is open to all member library staff.

YA Department Heads Meeting

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Auditorium at SCLS
Program Type:
YA Services
Event Details:

A meeting of the Young Adult Department heads.

Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Auditorium
Program Type: YA Services
Event Details:

A meeting of the Young Adult Department heads.

Ground News demo

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online at SCLS
Program Type:
Adult Services, Professional Development, YA Services
Event Details:

LibraryUp's mission is to combat misinformation and promote media literacy in educational, corporate, and societal contexts. The Ground News platform, now available to institutions...

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Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Online
Program Type: Adult Services, Professional Development, YA Services
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Seats Remaining: 38
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LibraryUp's mission is to combat misinformation and promote media literacy in educational, corporate, and societal contexts. The Ground News platform, now available to institutions via LibraryUp, is at the forefront of this movement.

(Virtual) Mental Health Lunch & Learn

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Online at SCLS
Program Type:
Adult Services, Children's Services, Outreach Services, Professional Development, SCLS Staff, YA Services
Event Details:

Please join Jasmine Lucas from the Association for Mental Health and Wellness for our next Mental Health Lunch & Learn. Jasmine will share information that will be of value to ...

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Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Online
Program Type: Adult Services, Children's Services, Outreach Services, Professional Development, SCLS Staff, YA Services
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 60
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Please join Jasmine Lucas from the Association for Mental Health and Wellness for our next Mental Health Lunch & Learn. Jasmine will share information that will be of value to you, your family, friends and patrons.  Please register.

Census Data Tools

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Online at SCLS
Program Type:
Adult Services, Children's Services, Director, Professional Development, YA Services
Event Details:

Professional Development 1 HourLearn how to find and use Census data for your everyday uses, including informing your services planning, supporting grant proposals and research pro...

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Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Online
Program Type: Adult Services, Children's Services, Director, Professional Development, YA Services
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 38

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Please let us know in advance if you will need an accommodation that will make an event accessible to you.

Event Details:

Professional Development 1 Hour

(Virtual) Mental Health Lunch & Learn Response Crisis Center

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Online at SCLS
Program Type:
Adult Services, Children's Services, Outreach Services, Professional Development, SCLS Staff, YA Services
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Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Online
Program Type: Adult Services, Children's Services, Outreach Services, Professional Development, SCLS Staff, YA Services
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(Virtual) Mental Health Lunch & Learn with the Northport VA Medical Center

Friday, September 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Online at SCLS
Program Type:
Adult Services, Children's Services, Outreach Services, Professional Development, SCLS Staff, YA Services
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Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Online
Program Type: Adult Services, Children's Services, Outreach Services, Professional Development, SCLS Staff, YA Services
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American Communities Survey: A comprehensive Look

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online at SCLS
Program Type:
Adult Services, Children's Services, Director, Professional Development, YA Services
Event Details:

Professional Development 1 HourLearn about the American Communities Survey and how to find data for your everyday uses, including informing your service planning, supporting grant ...

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Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Online
Program Type: Adult Services, Children's Services, Director, Professional Development, YA Services
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Event Details:

Professional Development 1 Hour

(VIRTUAL) Public Libraries and Community Partners

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Online at SCLS
Program Type:
Adult Services, Children's Services, Outreach Services, Professional Development, SCLS Staff, YA Services
Event Details:

Outreach Services invites you to join us to learn about the programs and services offered by our wide range of community partners. This meeting brings together representatives from...

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Library Branch: SCLS
Room: Online
Program Type: Adult Services, Children's Services, Outreach Services, Professional Development, SCLS Staff, YA Services
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Outreach Services invites you to join us to learn about the programs and services offered by our wide range of community partners.