Category Archives: Outreach
Libraries Rock with myON!
As a part of Summer Reading at New York Libraries, the State Education Department and myON are partnering to bring thousands of enhanced digital books to children from birth through 8th grade and their families all around the state. When: May through September 2018 … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
STEAMing Up Your Library Programs – June 25, 2018
What is the secret ingredient for developing and implementing successful STEAM programs? Whether your library is large or tiny, well-funded or not, incorporating STEAM programs shouldn’t be daunting, difficult or expensive. By offering STEAM classes to your community, your library can provide an opportunity for students of all ages to develop skills in communication, creativity, problem solving, critical thinking and analysis. Children, families, and adults will be encouraged to ask questions, learn transferable skills, and delve into basic scientific concepts. … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Financial Literacy for Library Staff
Since 2004, April has been designated by Congress as “Financial Literacy Month” to “raise public awareness about the importance of personal financial education in the United States – and the serious consequences that may result from a lack of understanding about personal finances.” In response, educators, nonprofit groups, and government agencies have developed a variety of resources that help educate individuals of all ages and families of all sizes to improve their financial knowledge. Of course, personal financial education … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Financial Literacy: Take Control of Your Money
Since 2004, April has been designated by congress as “Financial Literacy Month” to “raise public awareness about the importance of personal financial education in the United States – and the serious consequences that may result from a lack of understanding about personal finances.” In response, educators, non-profit groups, and government agencies have developed a variety of resources that help educate individuals of all ages and families of all sizes improve their financial knowledge. Of course, personal finance is an important topic … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Kits and Equipment
CEFLS has a number of items that can be used by one of the member libraries to support patron services. We also offer prepackaged activity kits for both individual patron use and for use within a library. We also have equipment to help facilitate activities within a library or events outside of a library that would normally be cost-prohibitive. If you have any questions or wish to request a specific item, contact Karen Batchelder (518-563-5190 ext. 20) or David Fuller … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Services for Teens
Want to get teens involved with the library? Here are 25 ideas to get their attention (and their participation): Let them know how to download an ebook or e-audiobook from the library. Research and download apps to your tablet or smartphone to share with teens. Start a Twitter, Tumblr, Flickr, or Instagram account as a way to find and share with teens online. Have teens write a blog post about the library or library event to put online. Share info … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Outreach: Providing education and community connections – Job Seekers
“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 … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Outreach: Providing education and community connections – Community partners
“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 … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Outreach: Providing education and community connections – Education
“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 Libraries are education: For pre-school aged children, libraries have continuously provided opportunities for enrichment in an environment dedicated to creativity and free inquiry. When schools close at the end of each day, each week and each school … [CLICK TO READ MORE]