Trumpet Newsletter Submissions
CLASC is welcoming submissions for the January addition of our newsletter, The Trumpet. If anyone would like to submit anything, please contact Justine Rivera at jrivera@lindenhurstlibrary.org.
Half Hollow Hills Community Library is seeking a Part-Time Librarian I in Children’s Services Department. There are two positions available.
Commack Public Library is seeking a Full-Time Young Adult Librarian I in the Youth Services Department.
CLASC General Membership Meeting & Mock Caldecott Discussion - Titles Announced!
Tuesday, December 5th, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM - Mock Caldecott
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Membership Meeting and Lunch
@ SCLS
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1xxYo_i7EZgbqOy5-XDcvTpFra5TQDCIvVDjmQWb6lqA/viewform?edit_requested=true
Click here to view a list of titles:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jpqqUgu7vkOgOR99ikWr0iUaGVB3-S43/view?usp=sharing
Leveled Up Librarians
Join fellow Librarians and level up your mindfulness and communication game!
Monday, November 13
10:00am-12:00pm @ SCLS
Free for SCLA Members, $5 for non-members.
Please see attached flyer for more information and to register:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1N12uJwwHxBpTckaG0PKpe6L5RBFfVCBg/view?usp=sharing
PLDA, CLASC & SCLA Mentorship Program
Are you looking to advance your career to the administration level? Then this program might be for you! Click here for the flyer advertising the new Mentorship Program sponsored by PLDA, CLASC & SCLA.
This program will pair a librarian looking to advance their career with an established Library Director. If you’re interested in participating in this exciting opportunity, please fill out this online form by October 16.
Amy Wahl Scholarship
Apply now for the Amy Wahl Scholarship for Professional Development! The Amy Wahl Scholarship for Professional Development will be given to a librarian who is pursuing academic or career-related coursework that will enhance and contribute to their library duties, as well as benefit libraries. The applicant must be employed by a Suffolk County library and exhibit an interest in the field of children's librarianship in a public library.
The deadline is no later than December 1, 2023. Any questions please contact Megan McGinnis at 631-588-5024 ext. 241 or email megan.mcginnis@sachemlibrary.org.
CLASC General Membership Meeting & Mock Caldecott Discussion
Tuesday, December 5th, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM - Mock Caldecott
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Membership Meeting and Lunch
@ SCLS
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1xxYo_i7EZgbqOy5-XDcvTpFra5TQDCIvVDjmQWb6lqA/viewform?edit_requested=true
CATS, CLASC & YASD Present
Tween Maker faire
Thursday November 9th, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
@ Middle Country Public Library, Centereach Building
Register here: https://scla34.wildapricot.org/event-5366276?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=10%2F1%2F2023
CLASC/CATS Presents the 2nd Annual Women and Technology in Libraries Panel
Thursday October 12th, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
@ Sachem Public Library
Refreshments will be served and professional development hours will be given
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeSvuWEHz0-12irKC_G_Ar8T45nXjyQwbMUoSdjyqJtbebtmA/viewform
Islip Public Library
Islip Public Library is seeking a Part-Time Children's Librarian/Librarian Trainee
Brentwood Public Library
Brentwood Public Library is seeking a Part-Time Youth Services Librarian/Librarian Trainee
Please click here to view the latest issue of the Trumpet. We hope you enjoy and happy reading!
Please join us for the CLASC sponsored session of the
CLASC/NCLA/SCLA Professional Development Series
Programming, Outreach, and Services for Children/Families With Special Needs: A Virtual Panel Discussion
On September 28, 2023 from 10:30 - 11:30 AM via Zoom
Click here for more information and to RSVP.
Check out our Facebook page for more updates!
Riverhead Free Library
East Islip Public Library
Huntington Public Library
Commack Public Library
Commack Public Library is seeking a Part-Time Youth Services Librarian.
Please click here to see the full job posting.
Quogue Library
Quogue Library is seeking a Head of Youth and Family Services Full-Time Position
Please click here to see the full job posting.
Comsewogue Public Library
Comsewogue Public Library is seeking a Part-Time Librarian or Librarian Trainee in Children's & Teen Services.
Please click here to see the full job posting.
The Celine Lieffrig New Book Seminar!
On September 20, 2023 at 2:30 P.M. at Islip Public Library or via Zoom
Click here for more information and to RSVP.
Check out our Facebook page for more updates!
Huntington Public Library
The Huntington Public Library is seeking a Full-Time Librarian in the Youth & Parent Services Department.
Please click here to see the full job posting.
Please click here to view the latest issue of the Trumpet. We hope you enjoy and happy reading!
Join us for our CLASC Membership Meeting and Dinner featuring author
Shauana J. Grant
Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Time: 6:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.
Location: Stonebridge Country Club, Smithtown
RSVP by April 10, 2023 to Lauren Tellerman at Northport Library.
Click here to register and for more information.
The Sachem Public Library is looking for a Part-Time Children's Librarian. Please click here to see the full job posting.
It's that time of year and we are now accepting applications for the 2023 Barbara Flescher Scholarship for Library School Students! Please click here for more information.
Join us for The Celine Lieffrig New Book Seminar!
On March 1, 2023 at 2:30 P.M. at Islip Public Library or via Zoom.
Click here for more information and to RSVP.
The CLASC, Inc. elections for the 2023-2025 term will take place in March 2023 and the results will be announced at the April Annual Membership Meeting. Now is an exciting time to be involved in the professional development of Youth Services librarians! We welcome anyone looking to get involved and help shape the future of children’s services in public libraries in Suffolk County. In order to be a nominee, one must currently be a member of the organization in good standing and be able to attend monthly board meetings. Board members may not serve more than 2 consecutive terms in the same elected position. You may nominate yourself or a colleague; however, you may not nominate someone else without his or her consent. All positions fulfill the “elected office” section of the Librarian III and above Civil Service exams.
We've attached a description of each open position and a nomination form to this email. Please return the form below to Erin Kanelos: ekanelos@smithlib.org or to the Smithtown Library’s Kings Park Building (SMTK) by March 2, 2023.We thought you might be interested in attending a Zoom presentation hosted by The Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators on Saturday, March, 4, 2023 from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM. The title of the presentation is The Evolution of LGBTQIA+ Representation in Picture Books.
For additional information, please click on the link provided below.
Half Hollow Hills Community Library
Join us for The Celine Lieffrig New Book Seminar!
On March 1, 2023 at 2:30 P.M. at Islip Public Library or via Zoom.
Click here for more information and to RSVP.
Save the Date for Our Annual CLASC Membership Dinner!
Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Time: 6:00 P.M.
Location: Stonebridge Country Club, Smithtown
Click here for more information.
Please click here to view the latest issue of the Trumpet. We hope you enjoy and happy reading!
The CLASC, Inc. elections for the 2023-2025 term will take place in March 2023 and the results will be announced at the April Annual Membership Meeting. Now is an exciting time to be involved in the professional development of Youth Services librarians! We welcome anyone looking to get involved and help shape the future of children’s services in public libraries in Suffolk County.
In order to be a nominee, one must currently be a member of the organization in good standing and be able to attend monthly board meetings. Board members may not serve more than 2 consecutive terms in the same elected position. You may nominate yourself or a colleague; however, you may not nominate someone else without his or her consent. All positions fulfill the “elected office” section of the Librarian III and above Civil Service exams.
