[SCLA] Don't Miss the 2026 Long Island Library Conference

[Publicity LILC]

Hello colleagues,

After a long winter, signs of spring are finally starting to emerge, and
with them, the countdown to the Long Island Library Conference has begun! Join
us on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the Melville Marriott for a full day of
professional development and inspiration with colleagues from libraries
across Long Island. This year’s theme, “Empower, Engage and Evolve,”
reflects the ways our libraries continue to grow, adapt, and serve our
communities in meaningful ways. The conference program offers something for
everyone, and here’s a small sample of what you can expect:


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   Intro to AI: The Good, the Bad, and the Weird: Understand how AI is
   shaping everyday life and what it means for libraries



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   Beyond the Bookshelves: Empowering Library Leaders to Build LGBTQ+
   Inclusive Workplaces: Build stronger, more inclusive teams



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   “Con” Your Library: Learn how to plan large-scale, high-impact events
   like GamerCon



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   Your Anxiety is a Liar: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Practical
   strategies for professional confidence



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   *Challenge Accepted: How Library Staff Thrive in Times of Change!:* Lead
   with purpose in an evolving field



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   Outreach & Marketing Strategies to Reach Diverse Communities: Strengthen
   engagement across your service area


We’re also excited to welcome keynote speaker Jamar Rahming, who will share
perspectives on leadership and community engagement.

If you’ve been meaning to register, now is the time! Registrations will
once again be processed through Eventbrite using the link on the Conference
website <https://libconference.org/registration/attendee/>. Payment can be
made by credit card, PayPal, or Google Pay until April 30, 2026.


Rates:

NCLA/SCLA Members: $85

Non-Members: $110

Students: $50

Day-Of: $195


We encourage you to become an individual member of SCLA or NCLA to receive
the Member Rate. When registering, you will need your individual membership
number. Institutional memberships do not qualify for the Member Rate.


If you have questions about your membership, you can contact Emily Trezza
at etrezza at whplibrary.org for NCLA or SCLA at
sclamembershipli at gmail.com. Conference
questions can be directed to lilcregister at gmail.com or by visiting
https://libconference.org/registration/attendee/.

We hope to see you in May!

The 2026 Long Island Library Conference Committee
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