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RAMAPO CATSKILL LIBRARY SYSTEM NEWS
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Please note: The RCLS Office will be closed on Friday, November 10th in observance of Veterans' Day. No delivery service on that date. |
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PROPOSALS SOUGHT! Last call to submit proposals to the 2024 Banned Books Symposium: Proactive, Reactive, Supportive If you are interested in presenting, November 15, 2023. Accepted proposals will receive notification by December 8, 2023. Questions regarding the proposals may be directed to Jen Park, Government Relations Specialist at Ramapo Catskill Library System, at jen@rcls.org. This Symposium is in partnership with Southeastern New York Library Resources Council, Ramapo Catskill Library System, Mid-Hudson Library System, SUNY New Paltz and BOCES School Library Systems of Dutchess, Orange-Ulster, Rockland, Sullivan, and Ulster. |
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APPLY TO BECOME A DIGITAL NAVIGATOR! The application for Digital Navigators of the Hudson Valley Winter 2024 session, which will run January 2024 - March 2024, is now open for individuals affiliated with libraries and organizations in the Hudson Valley. The program is open to anyone who works at a library or a community-based organization that would like to offer Digital Navigator services to their patrons. This cohort is open to individuals who have previously trained as a Digital Navigator and those who are new to the program. Applications are due on Tuesday, December 19 at 12:00 pm If you are interested in applying to be trained as a member of the Winter 2024 cohort, Questions? Email Meaghan Doyle - meaghan@rcls.org |
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RCLS at Rockland County YouthFest This annual event will be held on Sunday, November 19th at the Rockland Community College Fieldhouse 145 College Road, Suffern, NY 10901 from 11:00am - 3:00pm Interact with many of the services available to children, youth and families in Rockland County under one roof with no admission fee Stop by and visit with us! |
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♦♦♦♦♦ CONGRATULATIONS! ♦♦♦♦♦ Mamakating Library located in Wurtsboro, New York has been designated a “Certified Sustainable Library” through the Sustainable Libraries Initiative’s award-winning Sustainable Libraries Certification Program Library Director Cheryl Jones remarked on their achievement: “Our community has been very supportive of this effort all along the way...Also, our monthly Sustainability Corner column in our newsletter has been regularly cited by patrons as a catalyst for small changes they have made in their own households and that is one of the things we are most proud of—not only that our library is certified sustainable, but that our patrons are inspired to be more mindful about their own actions and choices as well." |
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ROCKLAND CAMERATA CONCERT Sunday, November 19th, 2023 ~ 3:00-4:00 pm Pearl River Public Library Community Room 80 Franklin Ave Pearl River, NY 10965
845-735-4084 Enjoy vocal selections from the 16th century through present day courtesy of this ensemble of approximately 35 voices. In their efforts to share and promote the appreciation of classical music, The Rockland Camerata has been providing audiences with a variety of sacred and secular music since 1978. |
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NANUET PUBLIC LIBRARY HOSTING UNIQUE SERIES OF YOGA SESSIONS Teens with special needs (neurodivergence, physical/behavioral challenges, delays, etc.) are invited to welcomes teens of ALL abilities and capabilities. If you have an interest in offering something similar at your library, please contact Sam Sambrato, Teen Librarian ssambrato@rcls.org |
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RCLS CONTINUING EDUCATION |
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PLEASE NOTE: If you sign up for one or more of the many RCLS programs and/or continuing education opportunities, 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.
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Outreach Service to Communities |
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Explore a World of Possibilities with Mango Languages! Mango Languages provides you with the key to unlock a realm of opportunities. Whether you're preparing for a journey, expanding your horizons, or reconnecting with your heritage, acquiring a new language is a priceless asset. It's more than just words; it's a bridge to people and cultures. Don't overlook this fantastic resource accessible through your local participating RCLS library today!!! |
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Click the link above to view the Guide and schedule a meeting to talk about your marketing plans with Dave Cosco, RCLS Marketing Manager. Phone: 845-243-3747 ext. 245 or via email at marketing@rcls.org |
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A Closing Thought... Did you find something of note that library staff can relate to? Send us your submissions to end our newsletter with a smile. |
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