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]
“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]
“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]
Need to find something new to read? Look no further than this reader services page that collects some of the best resources the web can provide. … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Local Resources | State and Federal | Health and Benefits | Technology | Legal | Additional Sites Offices for the Aging Clinton County Office for the Aging Essex County Office for the Aging Franklin County Office for the Aging New York State Office for the Aging: An easy-to-navigate site that covers all of the bases, from healthy recipes, winter safety tips, glaucoma, senior housing, long-term care, to current news about Medicare. The Caregiver Resources Help for family & friends are great! Local Resources … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Here’s a neat project idea that might work for an adult project or for children (with adult supervision) found by Ewa. That’s right, they’re incredible, edible eggs! (Sorry, couldn’t resist.) Yes, they’re not only unique pieces of art, but they’re entirely safe to eat. If you can boil the mixture, you should be able to make your own in under an hour. They’re rather spectacular little things that can be made using a few ingredients: Onion skins 1-2 tbsp hibiscus … [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]
Check out Young Adult Library Services Association’s (YALSA) top ten titles for teens! Latest Posts … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
NYS Aid for Public Library Construction The State Aid for Library Construction Grant Program for our region is administered through the Clinton-Essex-Franklin Library System. Visit’s NYSED.org’s Frequently Asked Questions page for more information on this program. Before you apply: Submissions for the 2018/2019 NYS Aid for Library Construction will begin shortly. Review the Public Library Construction Start Up document Submit the Public Library Construction Intent to Apply form to Anja Bouchard (abouchard@cefls.org) or David Fuller via email (dfuller@cefls.org) or via … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Need a book that isn’t at your library? In most cases, another library in the system will have what you’re looking for (and even beyond that). But after you request a title, how does it get to your library? Our van travels throughout the North Country most days of the week, carrying requests and rotating collections on a regular schedule, meaning that most available requested items should make it to their destination within seven days. Our van delivery brings materials … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
