Ramapo Catskill Library System
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Monday, June 15, 2020
RCLS News Archives
Support and Action
   The news cannot be ignored. While it’s important to remember that libraries welcome everyone, racism is still in existence in our communities and our profession. RCLS condemns racism towards Black people and all People of Color.
   RCLS will be undertaking efforts to continue education and open dialogue initiatives, both immediately and for the foreseeable future, in order to open communication and have a meaningful conversation as to how we can support you, our field, and the library community.
   The first program, Understanding Racism, in a series on racism and inclusion will be held on Wednesday, June 17 at 10 a.m. (waiting list) and Wednesday, June 24 at 10:30 a.m. via BlueJeans.
   The second program will feature a panel of librarians of color speaking about their experiences in the profession. This program will take place on Wednesday, July 1 at 10 a.m. Register for Panel Discussion: Librarians of Color and Diversity in Libraries on the RCLS Calendar.
   In addition to providing the platform and programs to foster conversation, RCLS will work closely with the Coalition for Library Workers of Color to increase diversity in library staff and support the career growth of this population.
   The call to action is long overdue. We hope you will join RCLS and the Coalition for Library Workers of Color to further the conversation and become an integral part of the fight to end racism.
Grace Riario, RCLS Executive Director
 
News for You
Fall Into Books
   The Fall Into Books Children’s & Teen Literature Conference that was scheduled for October 14, 2020 has been postponed to 2021. Usually held annually, Fall Into Books brings together school and public librarians from eight counties within the Hudson Valley and features book discussion sessions - ranging from picture books to young adult - and author presentations.
ALA Survey of
U.S. Libraries
   The American Library Association's (ALA) Libraries Respond: COVID-19 Survey of U.S. libraries documents a shift in services to support students, faculty, and communities at large during the crisis and phased preparations for the months ahead. While 99% of more than 3,800 libraries reported limited access to the physical building, survey respondents shared leaps in the use of digital content, online learning, and virtual programs.
   During a webinar on Friday, June 12, survey administrators and librarians will discuss the results, with a focus on reopening practices and current and projected library budget and staffing impacts related to the crisis. For more information and to register, visit the United for Libraries website.
Library 2.020 Mini-Conference
   The second Library 2.020 mini-conference: "Small, Rural, and Independent Libraries," will be held online (and for free) on Wednesday, June 17, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. This mini-
conference will focus on innovation and innovative thinking in rural, independent, tribal, and other small libraries - as well as the many unique challenges that they face. A diverse array of keynote panelists and curated presenters. For more information, visit the Library 2.0 website.  To register, visit the Eventbrite website.
 
 
June WEBINAR list
is available
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June WORKSHOP list is available
HERE
 
July WEBINAR list
is available
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RCLS Board News
RCLS Board Meeting
   The materials for the Monday, June 15, RCLS Board Meeting are now on the RCLS Website.  The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. via BlueJeans.  For dial-in information, contact Grace Riario, Executive Director (ext. 233 or griario@rcls.org).  This is an open meeting and all are invited to attend.
   In keeping with Executive Order 202.14 (regarding emergency adjustments to the Open Meetings Law in response to the COVID-19 pandemic), the public is not permitted in-person access to this meeting, and the meeting shall be held remotely via BlueJeans online meeting software.  As required by the Governor’s Order, the public will have the ability to view and listen to such proceeding (BlueJeans Link), and the meeting shall be recorded, and made available on the RCLS website.
 
RCLS Headquarters Directory
The RCLS team is available to help you via email and phone.
Don't hesitate to reach out.
 
Grace Riario
Ruth K. Daubenspeck
Eileen Acosta
Daniel B. Hulse
 
John Hurley
   
Ryan Smith
David Krawczyk
 
Leonard M. George
   
Nicholas Yaven
 
 
Stephen P. Hoefer
Marla Landsman
Tracey Webber
 
 
 
 
Jen Park
 
 
 
 
Chuck Conklin
   
Jerry Kuntz
 
Martha Sullivan
 
 
Daniel Donohue
 
Gretchen Chandra
 
Patricia Velez
 
 
Joanna Goldfarb
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Ramapo Catskill Library System
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