<div dir="ltr"><div>Good morning, Folks,</div><div class="gmail_quote gmail_quote_container"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div><br></div><div><b><font color="#38761d">Please consider attending the CATS Annual Meeting. </font></b></div><div><br></div><div><b><font color="#cc0000">Registration Link:</font></b> <a href="https://scla34.wildapricot.org/event-5950502" target="_blank">https://scla34.wildapricot.org/event-5950502</a></div><div><br></div><div>In addition to featuring an exceptional speaker, we will be hosting a raffle for one of our exquisite gift baskets, as well as organizing a gift exchange.</div><div><br></div><div><b>What: </b>CATS 2024 Annual Meeting<br><b>When: </b>Thursday,<b> </b>December 12, 2024<br><b>Where: </b>Suffolk Cooperative Library System - Auditorium<br><b>Time: </b>10 am</div><div><br></div><div><b>Gift Exchange Information</b>: If you wish to take part in this aspect of the event, please bring a wrapped gift valued at no more than $20. The format will be one gift brought in for each participant, (if you want to participate), allowing for a one-for-one exchange.</div><div><br></div><div><b>Topic: </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Navigating the Challenges of Digital Literacy and Professional Standards in Library Innovation<br></b><br></div><div>As society becomes increasingly digitized, libraries are transforming from physical book repositories to dynamic hubs of information and lifelong learning. However, public libraries often face resistance when adopting new technologies due to varying levels of digital literacy among patrons and staff. Addressing these concerns with empathetic leadership and effective change management is essential for fostering innovation and ensuring everyone feels supported.</div><div><br></div><div>This discussion aims to direct library and technology leaders to employ empathetic leadership and effective change management strategies. By understanding individuals' underlying fears and concerns, leaders can better guide patrons, staff, and stakeholders through innovation. <br><br><b><font color="#38761d">This program will place a particular emphasis on strategies to ensure the continued accessibility of digital literacy for the future.</font></b></div><div><br><img src="cid:ii_m48j34xt1" alt="CATS Annual Meeting 2024-page-001.jpg" width="419" height="542"><br></div><div><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><div><br></div><div><b><font color="#cc0000">Registration Link: </font></b><a href="https://scla34.wildapricot.org/event-5950502" target="_blank">https://scla34.wildapricot.org/event-5950502</a></div><div><br></div><div>If you need disability accommodations for the event, please let us know in advance so we can ensure a comfortable and accessible experience for everyone. This may include assistance with mobility, seating arrangements, or any other specific needs you may have. Your participation is important to us, and we want to make sure everyone feels welcome and included. Thank you!</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Kind regards,<br></div><div><br></div><div>Bob</div><div>--</div><div>Robert G. Johnson</div><div>Computer and Technical Services division of SCLA - President</div><div>Manager of Information and Technology Services</div><div>Emma S. Clark Memorial Library<br>120 Main Street</div><div>Setauket, NY 11733</div><div>631.941.4080 x.132</div><div><div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
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