The Critical Partnership: Public Library Trustees and Directors

On Tuesday June 10, from 10 am to 11 am, the New York State Library and the Library Trustees Association of New York State will offer a webinar entitled, “The Critical Partnership: Public Library Trustees and Directors.”

A review of the roles and responsibilities of public library Trustees and the Library Director. How to hire the best person for your Library. How to get the most out of the partnership. Best practices in performance evaluation of your Director and your Board. And how to end the relationship legally, ethically, and professionally.
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Scholarship Opportunity – NYLA Leadership & Management Academy

The Library & Leadership Management Section (LAMS) of the New York Library Association is seeking candidates for a scholarship to attend NYLA’s Leadership & Management Academy 2015. NYLA’s Leadership & Management Academy is an educational program for mid-career library professionals interested in obtaining the practical knowledge critical to becoming a library leader.
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Saratoga County Bike to Work Day – May 16

Calling all Saratoga County commuters. Friday May 16 is Bike to Work Day. See how many co-workers you can rally to bike to work. Not only is biking good for your health, but it helps save gas.  How many Saratoga County libraries can we get to register?

2014 Bike to Work Day