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Program Slot #4
9:45 AM - 11:00 AM

Injecting New Blood into Your Friends Group
Crowne Plaza, Ruby
Sponsor: EFRT, RRT
Tips and ideas on how to reactivate a Friends group and to develop the natural partnership of Library Retirees and Friends.
Speakers:
Bernie Tomasso, retired School Librarian
Marcia Elwitt, retired School Librarian & Friends of Brighton Memorial Library
Dan Killian, retired Library Director, North Tonawanda Public Library

Coming of Age Around the World
Conference Center, Governor's Ampitheatre
Sponsor: FILM, YSS
The 2009 Fabulous Films theme is Coming of Age Around the World. This list includes films, (both fiction and non-fiction) that deal with what it is like to come of age in different places and diverse cultures.  View scenes from the selected films and get some tips on how they can be used in libraries and classrooms.
Speakers:
Susan Conlon, Princeton Public Library
Zahra M. Baird, Cineaste, pictured

I STILL Don't Want to Talk about It - LAMS Membership Meeting

Conference Center, IV-Olmstead
Sponsor: LAMS 

Presenters will discuss sensitive administrative issues such as firing employees, staff evaluations, disciplining employees, sexual tension and harassment, and ways to effectively make confident decisions.

Speakers:

Josh Cohen, Mid-Hudson Library System, pictured

Doreen Woods, Human Resources

Legislators and Library Leaders Speak Out for Libraries
Conference Center, II&III-Porter&Deveaux
Sponsor: Legislative Committee 
Elected officials and library leaders discuss ways to keep library needs and issues in the funding forefront.
Speakers:
Bernard A. Margolis, State Librarian & Assistant Commissioner for Libraries, pictured
Kevin Verbesey, Chair, NYLA Legislative Committee

Mentoring Panel
  Conference Center, I-Red Jacket
Sponsor: NMRT 
This dynamic panel of librarians representing all areas of the profession will share their thoughts and experiences on mentoring while entertaining questions from the audience.  Learn how to expand your professional network within the library community.
Speakers:
Brenda Battleson, University at Buffalo
Daisy Waters, University at Buffalo, left
Karen Reczek, Bureau Veritas, middle
Rosina Alaimo, Maple West Elementary School, right
Stephanie Squicciarini, Fairport Public Library
Ken Fujiuchi, Buffalo State College
Jill Tarabula, University at Buffalo, Moderator

Living History through Social Networking
Conference Center, C-Tubman
Sponsors: NYLINK, SLMS
What opportunities do web tools like Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and others offer librarians in their efforts to track history in the making? How do we hone in on the most relevant information and bring patrons into the experience? Peek though the eyes of a sophmore; a review of a case study will be shared.
Speaker:
Meredith Case, NYLINK
Stacia Snow, Tech Valley High School

Greening your Library
Crowne Plaza, Sapphire
Sponsors: PLS, LAMS, NYSALB
Going green doesn't have to mean spending a lot of "green." Increase your awareness and interest in energy conservation and environmentally friendly facility issues such as: energy efficiencies, renewable energy options, facility maintenance, sustainable design & building components (For both new construction and for buildings that are being renovated/expanded), and funding “green” initiatives.
Speaker:
Rebekkah Smith Aldrich, Mid-Hudson Library System

Slavery and Freedom in New York
President's Program
Conference Center, VII-Schoelkopf
Sponsors: RASS, PLS
Discover resources on slavery, the Underground Railroad and the history and development of New York.
Speakers:
Karolyn Smardz Frost, Author
Sharon Jarvis, New York Public Library

Better Prepared when Leaving Prison
Conference Center, A-Adams
Sponsor: RLSP
Programs to help inmates with education and job preparedness. RLSP Membership Meeting to follow.
Speakers:
Douglas Petric, Groveland Correctional Facility
Brian Martin, Wyoming Correctional Facility
Bob Hausrath, Consortium of the Niagara Frontier / Daeman College

Developing Records Management Policies and Procedures
Conference Center, VI-Whitney
Sponsor: SMART 
Some librarians may be given responsibility for implementing a modest records management program in their library or parent organization.  Initially, the librarian, acting as a records manager may begin records management improvements with enthusiasm, but over time the librarian will begin to lose control of the organization's records and the records management systems which were put in place will begin to regress. Often this is caused by a lack of adequate records management policies and procedures, or a situation where those procedures are not followed. This presentation will focus on:

• The value of documenting policies and procedures
• How to develop policies and procedures and make sure they are followed
• How to keep policies up to date and relevant

Speaker:
James M. Tammaro, New York State Archives

YSS Table Talks
Conference Center, Cascades II
Sponsor: YSS 
Come discover all the cool ideas that you can steal from librarians ranging from murder mystery parties to joining the Storytubes program.
Speakers:
Claudia B. Yates, Buffalo and Erie County Library
Adrienne Furness, Webster Public Library
Starr LaTronica, Four County Library System
Kristine Casper, Huntington Public Library
Elizabeth A. Totten, Canastota Public Library
Erika Halstead, New York Council for the Humanities
Andrew Bollerman, Sachem Public Library
Jason Poole, Webster Public Library

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Program Slot #5
2:15 PM - 3:30 PM

Polishing your Portfolio
Conference Center, I-Red Jacket
Sponsor: ASLS 
Get professional advice on preparing for the job market, promotion and tenure, or a career shift.
Speaker:
Susanne Markgren, Columnist

100 Friends Ideas in 50 Minutes
Crowne Plaza, Ruby
Sponsor: EFRT 
A rapid fire survey of successful Friends program across the state, highlighting activity ideas for Friends groups with less than 100 members, and including presentation of the Dan Casey Library Advocacy Award honoring volunteers who have contributed to the growth of libraries or Friends organizations in New York state.
Speakers:
Sue Swanton, EFRT Secretary
Sally Collins, Friends of Livonia Public Library

Environmental Film Festival @Your Library
Conference Center, Governor's Ampitheatre
Sponsor: FILM 
Princeton Environmental Film Festival was created to use film as a medium to encourage discussion about the environment, raise awareness about environmental concerns, stimulate community action to develop and make more environmentally sustainable choices, and create more livable communities.
Come hear how you too can create a festival program made up of documentary films complemented by some of the filmmakers, community activists, business leaders, scientists, and others working on a broad range of environmental issues in your community.
Speaker:
Susan Conlon, Princeton Public Library

Managing Up: Leader vs. Management
President's Program
Conference Center, IV-Olmstead
Sponsor: LAMS 
What to do when you are not "management" but recognize a lack of leadership in your library.
Speakers:
Zahra M. Baird, Kimberly Bolan & Associates
Rebecca Lubin, Albany Public Library, pictured

New! Are You Energy Smart? Energy Activities that Librarians Can Share with K - 6 Kids
Conference Center, A-Adams
Sponsor: NYLA 
Is your library Energy Smart? Are your students being prepared to be environmentally responsible? Are they considering Green Jobs as career options?  Are children and families learning how to save money on their utility bills and at the gas pump? Are they learning about alternative energy sources, such as solar and wind power? Are you teaching your students about the global economic impact of energy decisions? Come to this workshop for a sampling of NYSERDA's FREE workshops.
Speaker:
Susan Gove, NYSERTA


Building your Base (& your Budget)
Crowne Plaza, Diamond
Sponsors: NYSALB, LAMS
The Mid-Hudson Library System team will share targeted marketing techniques that streamline community outreach, thereby making your library more effective in reaching segments of your community not currently familiar with your services. Their strategies will help lead your library towards providing quality library service that will help you build your base of supporters.
Speakers:
Josh Cohen, Mid-Hudson Library System, pictured
Merribeth Advocate, Mid-Hudson Library System
Rebekkah Smith Aldrich, Mid-Hudson Lirbary System

Talk to the New State Librarian
Conference Center, VI-Whitney
Sponsor: NYSL / SED 
Bernard Margolis will be available to discuss topics and issues affecting libraries in New York State.
Speaker:
Bernard Margolis, NYS Librarian

Malcolm Hill Lecture: Helping Libraries Develop Their Message
Crowne Plaza, Sapphire
Sponsor: PULISDO 
Library communication strategies are explored through an upbeat discussion of recent library marketing success stories.
Speakers:
Todd Butler, Advertising Council of Rochester

Remembering Stonewall
Conference Center, VII-Schoelkopf
Sponsor: RASS 
A reflection on the historical legacy of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) activism.
Speaker:
Jason Baumann, New York Public Library

Family Matters: Cooperation to Promote Neighborhood Literacy
Conference Center, V-Hennepin
Sponsor: SLMS, PLS
Best practices of an IMLS-funded project partnering school library media centers, public libraries, and museums.
Speakers:
Dr. Elizabeth B. Pollicino, St. John's University
Kathleen Degyansky, Queens Borough Public Library
Dr. Stacy Creel, St. John's University

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Program Slot #6
3:45 PM - 5:00 PM

Navigating the Library of Congress Labyrinth
Conference Center, C-Tubman
Sponsor: ASLS 
Hear about the many superb digital collections available online at The Library of Congress from an LOC librarian.
Speaker:
Christine Pruzin, The Library of Congress

When Times are Tough Libraries Need Friends More than Ever
Crowne Plaza, Ruby
Sponsor: EFRT
How Friends can help libraries in difficult financial times: NYLA President-Elect, Kathy Miller, will tell Friends how they can be effective advocates for libraries; Sue Swanton will tell Friends about EFRT's successful National Friends of Libraries Week activities. Suggestions for Friends fundraising activities will also be covered.
Speakers:
Kathy Miller, NYLA President-Elect, pictured
Betsy Sywetz, EFRT President

Advocacy:   Shaping the Message for your Stakeholders and Library 2.0 too!
Crowne Plaza, Diamond
Sponsor: NY3Rs
Advocacy is the active supporting, advancing, and influencing of an idea or outcome. Learn how to shape the message—to develop and communicate your key points effectively--for your stakeholders.  The program will enable you to identify your stakeholders, and will also introduce the use of 2.0 technology as an aid to your advocacy efforts.
Speakers:
 Mary-Carol Lindbloom (M.L.S. Syracuse University) is the Executive Director of the South Central Regional Library Council (SCRLC). Prior to her current position, she was a library development consultant with the Alliance Library System of East Peoria, IL. She has participated in Illinois  library advocacy campaigns and was part of a team informing Senator Dick Durbin of the effects of the USA PATRIOT Act on libraries. She also advocated successfully for statewide virtual reference in Illinois. Since her arrival in New York State, she has visited with legislators, written letters, participated in various statewide efforts, and organized a pre-lobby day webcasted advocacy program featuring Michael Borges.
Nora Fitzgerald Hardy (M.L.S. University at Albany) is the Assistant Director and Manager of Council Programs at SCRLC. She has participated in advocacy efforts on behalf of the library community and brought continuing education opportunities to regional library staff members for the past nine years. Before joining SCRLC, she was Corporate Librarian for New York State Electric and Gas Corp., providing research, library services, and Internet training to employees throughout NYS.

New! Securing Major Gifts through the Cultivation of Relationships
Conference Center, VII-Schoelkopf
Sponsor: NYLA 
Learn strategies that will help your library build upon relationships you already have to secure much-needed fundraising support.  This session will discuss the identification and solicitation of major gifts.
Speaker:
Ronald L. Barrows, The Barrows Group

New! Work Pays NY/ myBenefits.gov
Conference Center, A-Adams
Sponsor: NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistan 
A demonstration of myBenefits will be conducted.  myBenefits website connects New York’s families with benefits, services, and work supports as e-government hub for human services.  Libraries are one access point.
Speaker:
Frances Shannon-Akstull, New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance

Hi Ho! Hi Ho! It's off to C.E. We Go!
Conference Center, VI-Whitney
Sponsor: NYSL / SED 
The purpose of the program is to help library school students, library directors, and trustees understand the new regulations concerning public library certification in New York State.
Speakers:
Bernard A. Margolis, New York State Librarian, pictured
Mary Linda Todd, New York State Education Department

A Half Century of Collaboration: Systems in New York
Crowne Plaza, Sapphire
Sponsor: PLS, PULISDO
For a half-century, library systems in New York have been collaborating to make libraries better. Join us for a look at their creation and success through the last 50 years. Examination of what is at stake in the near and long-term future will also be discussed.
Speakers:
John Hammond, Northern New York Library Network
Jerry Nichols, Palmer Institute for Public Library Organization and Management, pictured

Best of Reference
Conference Center, II&III-Porter&Deveaux
Sponsor: RASS 
A presentation of the best print and online reference sources of the year.
Speakers:
Rachel Bernstein, Brooklyn Public Library
Jennifer Gellmann, Brooklyn Public Library
Charlene Gwizdala, Queens Library
Gina Halkias-Seugling, New York Public Library
Hyacinth Persad, New York Public Library
Bibi R. Shakoor, Queens Library
Lauren Lampasone, New York Public Library
Jennifer Zarr, New York Public Library

RLRT Table Talks & Annual Meeting
Conference Center, Cataract Room
Sponsor: RLRT 
Join the Rural Libraries Roundtable for a variety of table talks. Membership meeting to precede discussion.

Board with the Curriculum!
Conference Center, V-Hennepin
Sponsor: SLMS 
Learn how modern board games provide excellent opportunities to engage students and meet their curricular needs.
Speakers:
Brian Mayer, Genesee Valley BOCES, pictured
Christopher Harris, Genesee Valley BOCES

Peace, Love & Baby Ducks – with Lauren Myracle
Conference Center, I-Red Jacket
Sponsor: YSS 
Enjoy our featured author, Lauren Myracle, author of Peace, Love & Baby Ducks, which couldn’t be a better fit for our conference theme of Libraries: Peace, Love & Freedom.  Lauren’s work is in a narrative style all her own and all today with im, blogs, and an unparalleled understanding of girl friendships and the sisterhood that can last a lifetime.  Even if you might know someone who has been guilty of wearing “Mom jeans,” you will still recognize the coolness that is Lauren Myracle. This it the must attend event of the conference. Lauren’s books include ttyl; ttfn; l8r, g8r; Bliss; Kissing Kate;  Eleven; Twelve, Thirteen; Rhymes with Witches; how to be bad; The Fashion Disaster that Changed My Life; and Let it Snow. A short YSS membership meeting will precede the event.
Speaker:
Lauren Myracle, author

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