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RAMAPO CATSKILL LIBRARY SYSTEM NEWS
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RCLS Virtual Annual Meeting & Awards Presentation Friday, September 16, 2022 - 10:00 AM to 12 PM The 2022 Meeting will be held virtually via ZOOM. Confirmation and reminder emails will be sent to all registrants. There is no charge for this event |
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RCLS Battle of the Books 2022 Sunday, August 28 || 12pm-4pm SUNY Orange, Middletown Alumni Green If you love a fast-paced quiz show, this is the event for you! Be a part of the audience for this fun competition...
Battle of the Books is a college bowl-type program for teens entering 6th through the 12th grade. Participants in the RCLS program read eight preselected titles and then participate in trivia battles based on the books at a Regional Battle. The goal of the program is to promote a love of reading in teens, to expose them to titles and authors that they might not encounter otherwise, to encourage them to think of their local public library as a resource for entertainment and to inspire teamwork and good sportsmanship in an atmosphere of friendly competition.
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Author! Author!
We are thrilled to announce that Jerry Kuntz, RCLS Software Analyst and Administrator, has introduced a new non-fiction work to the world with McFarland's publication of "A Leap from the Clouds: The Balloon-Parachute Act and the Daredevil Heritage of Aviation" (Congrats Jerry!) We invite you to add a copy to your library's collection - signed by the author! Available for $25.00 Place your order by emailing jkuntz@rcls.org |
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DIGITAL NAVIGATORS OF THE HUDSON VALLEY Digital Navigators are trained, trusted guides who help deal with a variety of technology needs. Navigators work in libraries and other community organizations. They assist anyone in need with using a device, securing free or low-cost internet service, and much more. This service is FREE! |
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Fall Into Books October 25, 2022 3:30-5:30 PM (Online via Zoom) Annual children's and teen's literature conference for school and public librarians. Book discussion sessions (picture books to young adult) plus a keynote presentation by award winning author CONFERENCE FEE: $30.00 Full details, including discussion groups and registration, can be found on the Fall Into Books website: www.fallintobooks.org |
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View the guide and then schedule a meeting to talk about your marketing plans with Dave Cosco, RCLS Marketing Manager, online or on the phone You may reach Dave at 845-243-3747 ext. 245 or via email at marketing@rcls.org (Please see the Continuing Education section of this newsletter to register for Marketing Education sessions) |
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BEAR FAIR 2022! Sponsored by the Cragsmoor Association
Saturday, August 20th, 2-7pm
The Boulders Since 2009, the Cragsmoor Association has hosted the biennial Bear Fair "fun"raiser (originally called the Bear Cage Party in homage to the Library's annual Bird Cage Party). This year's event will include the Coronation of Ursa Royal, Swimming in Saltwater Pool, Cornhole Tournament ($10 entry fee), Chris Stedner Cookie Contest ($10 entry fee), Drawing for Photo Hunt prizes, "Naked Bear" sales, Auction of "Explorer Bear", Eats & Libations |
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The Big Band Sound ~ Live in Concert ~ Saturday, August 27th, 5-7pm (Rain Date: Aug 28th) Join Moffat Library for some COOL sound on a sultry summer evening! Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the vibes at the park... Please contact Moffat Library at (845) 496-5483 x3223 or via email moffat@rcls.org for additional information |
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NYLA 2022 Annual Conference
& Trade Show Wednesday, November 2nd - Saturday, November 5th
Saratoga Springs, NY |
Back to The Future! Registration for the NYLA 2022 Annual Conference & Trade Show and booking of hotel accommodations goes live August 15th! (click on the picture at left to arrange your trip & stay up to date ) |
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Reminder If you signed up for one or more of the many RCLS programs and/or continuing education opportunities, save your registration confirmation email which contains 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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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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