Library directors gathered from around the system on August 24 for presentations and a chance to meet and talk with several of our elected state officials. What We’re Doing, What You’re Doing Because we would like everyone to know what the Library System’s services are, we started the day with a game of “Library System Jeopardy” (with prizes!), and heard presentations from library system director Ewa Jankowska and several staff members. Senator Betty Little and Assemblyman Billy Jones joined us for …[CLICK TO READ MORE]
Do you or does someone you know struggle with addiction? There is help available. We have created a mobile app and a resource booklet to help people connect with local and online resources related to substance abuse. Individuals seeking services, as well as the loved ones and professionals supporting them will find helpful information on addiction and mental health services, housing, transportation, and more. The booklets will be available at local libraries in the tri-county area. The booklet and mobile …[CLICK TO READ MORE]
“Libraries have long been committed to building health, thriving communities, but they are now seeing and increased need to create and build strategic partnerships and expand relationships with the larger community.” – WebJunction Special Populations | Education | Community Partners | Job Seekers The CEFLS Outreach Department coordinates funds from the New York State Library to extend library services to special populations. From people who are visually impaired to those who are geographically isolated, we offer solutions and services that …[CLICK TO READ MORE]
Westport Library Association (WPO) Contact Address: Washington St., P.O. Box 436 Westport, New York 12993 Director: Dan Van Olpen Phone: (518) 962-8219 Email: library12993@gmail.com Website: www.westportnylibrary.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/Westport-Library-Association-152043011479317/ Winter Hours Summer Hours Note: Summer hours are in effect during July and August. …[CLICK TO READ MORE]
Wead Library, Malone (VNP) Contact Address: 64 Elm Street Malone, New York 12953-1594 Director: Bridget Schack Phone: (518) 483-5251 Fax: (518) 483-5255 Email: vnplib@nnyln.org Website: weadlib.wordpress.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/Wead-Library-115827255112006/ Winter Hours Note: Winter hours are in effect from September 4 to June 30. Summer Hours Note: Summer hours are in effect from July 1 to September 3. The Wead Library’s Board of Trustees meetings are scheduled for the third Monday of Sept., Oct., & Nov.; the fourth Monday of Jan., and Feb., and …[CLICK TO READ MORE]
Public libraries in Clinton, Essex and Franklin counties will host an interactive learning presentation designed to inform residents about the importance of disaster preparedness, courtesy of a grant obtained by the CEF Library System.
The presentation includes videos, games for kids, quizzes and various web tools, all of which will give patrons easy access to reliable emergency preparedness resources.
Sherman Free Library, Port Henry (POR) Contact Address: 20 Church Street Port Henry, New York 12974 Director: Michelle Paquette Phone: (518) 546-7461 Fax: (518) 546-7461 Email: shermanfree@yahoo.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/Sherman-Free-Library-148634431976686/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel Hours Note: The library will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas, the day after Christmas, New Year’s Day and July 4th. …[CLICK TO READ MORE]
