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Contact Us
The MHLS Bulletin welcomes submissions from member libraries.
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The Pleasant Valley Free Library has one of the most, if not THE most, engaged library Instagram accounts in our System. With over 1,600 followers, their posts routinely receive over 100 engagements and local businesses and nonprofits tag them regularly.
Wondering what their secret to success is? Make some time to watch the latest
MHLS Engage! Webinar Series installment and learn from social media maven Courtney Wimmers and her library director at the Pleasant Valley Free Library, Daniela Pulice as they explain their strategy and best practices. Watch this webinar at your convenience at
http://midhudson.org/engage
 Instagram 101:
According to the Pew Research Center, 32% of Internet users use Instagram. "To a greater extent than the other social platforms measured in this survey, Instagram use is
especially high among younger adults. Roughly six-in-ten online adults ages 18-29 (59%) use Instagram, nearly double the share among 30- to 49-year-olds (33%) and more than seven times the share among those 65 and older (8%).
" Source: http://pewrsr.ch/2fIeTTY
Instagram is a social networking app made for sharing photos and videos from a smartphone. Similar to Facebook or Twitter, everyone who creates an Instagram account has a profile and a news feed. When you post a photo or video on Instagram, it will be displayed on your profile. Other users who follow you will see your posts in their own feed. Likewise, you'll see posts from other users whom you choose to follow. It's like a simplified version of Facebook, with an emphasis on mobile use and visual sharing. Just like other social networks, you can interact with other users on Instagram by following them, being followed by them, commenting, liking, tagging and private messaging.
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MHLS Announcements
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The American Community Survey estimates that there are
more than 42,000 veterans
living in the Mid-Hudson Library System service area. That is equivalent to
6%
of the total population in the five county area.
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The Highland Public Library
is the first MHLS member library to sign up for the Sustainable Library Certification Program through the New York Library Association. A discounted registration fee is available through the end of 2017. Want to learn more? Check out the upcoming introductory webinar on Friday, November 17th @11:00 am, to register: http://bit.ly/2lTMT7P
(above): Hoot of the Owl public art installation at the
Heermance Memorial Library in Coxsackie
. Learn more about this installation at http://www.hootoftheowl.com/
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Professional Development
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Public Library Administrators Certificate Program This spring in Middletown, NY:
The challenges faced by today's public library administrators require a solid foundation of training and experience. Long Island University's Palmer School's post-Master's Certificate of Advanced Studies in Public Library Administration is designed to develop and enhance the management skills and credentials of professional librarians working within the public library sector and to train the leaders of tomorrow.
The program offers students interested in public library administration a comprehensive education based on practical experience in the critical aspects of managing a public library.
The Public Library Administrator's Certificate program consists of five courses that carry graduate academic credit and culminate in an Advanced Certificate in Public Library Administration, recognized by the New York State Education Department. The program is designed to:
- Provide a solid management education program for public library administrators
- Update librarians on new management principles and organizational structures
- Integrate these concepts and illustrate their practical application within the public library setting
- Explore current issues and trends in public library management and improve leadership skills within the workplace
- Provide a forum where important management issues germane to public librarians can be discussed in light of the theoretical constructs covered with this program
This program is being held in Middletown, NY at the Ramapo Catskill Library System (RCLS) in spring 2018. This first of 5 courses required for the certificate will be held over 4 days (March 15, April 19, May 24 and June 14, 2018) from 9:00 am-5:00 pm. This cost of this first course is $1,350. If you are interested, please contact Grace Riario at RCLS (
griario@rcls.org) by
November 17, 2017.
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Job Openings
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Title: Children's Program Specialist
Location:
Pawling Library, 11 Broad St, Pawling NY 12564
Description:
The Pawling Library is seeking a Part Time Children's Program Specialist. The specialist will create and run library programs and services that target literacy and STEAM skills, in cooperation with the Children's Program Coordinator. These programs will engender learning and literacy skills in children and will demonstrate to their parents and caretakers how to create a productive learning environment. The specialist's primary area of focus will be school-aged children and their families.
We are looking for a caring individual who will bring excitement and compassion to the Pawling Free Library's programming. The candidate should have the ability to design meaningful educational programs for the children of Pawling. This job requires attention to detail, ability to work independently and with others, and multi-tasking. Most importantly, the candidate should possess excellent communication skills and the ability to connect to children and parents.
Responsibilities include:
- Planning and coordinating children's programs.
- Planning, coordinating and creating promotional material for children's programs.
- Operating within a program budget.
- Providing statistical information for the director's monthly report.
- All circulation duties: included but not limited to checking items in and out, pulling holds, processing materials, registering patrons, collecting fines, shelving and shelf maintenance.
- Providing reference and readers advisory when needed.
- Performing other duties as assigned by the library director.
Minimum Requirements:
- Commitment to creative and effective targeted children's programming.
- Knowledge of language acquisition and reading processes.
- Interest in current books and materials of interest to children.
- Ability to work cooperatively with others.
- Ability to communicate effectively with children, caregivers, and colleagues.
Public library or teaching experience preferred, but not required.
Childhood education experience a plus.
Experience working in a diverse environment strongly preferred.
Position: Part-time: 15-17 hours per week. Sundays required except in July and August.
Pay: $15.75/hr
Benefits: Paid time off available after six months.
Instructions to Applicants
Interested individuals should apply online. Visit
pawlingfreelibrary.org/jobs to apply. Only candidates who apply through the library's website will be considered.
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