by lex | Feb 23, 2022 | Advocacy, Announcement
Come and say hello to the Friends & Foundation… and buy some vegetables or baked goods, too! We will be tabling today, February 23rd, at the Empire State Plaza Farmer’s Market. 10am to 2pm on the Concourse Level. Find out about Book Reviews and our...
by Sarah | May 7, 2021 | Advocacy, Libraries Transform
In a May 2021 article in American Libraries Magazine, “A Shot in the Arm: Libraries Serve as COVID-19 vaccination sites,” Cass Balzer writes on how libraries have become centers for vaccination efforts. Photo: Karen Bradley, Schenectady County Public Library...
by Sarah | Mar 12, 2021 | Advocacy
Libraries have achieved a landmark win as part of Congress’ $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA)! The Act prioritizes $200 million in funding toward libraries via the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). This is the single largest increase...
by lex | Feb 20, 2021 | Advocacy, Love Your Library
Library Advocacy Day is almost here: Friday, February 26th! How You Can Help Share Your Story. We know you love your library! The New York Library Association wants YOU to share your story. Click HERE to tell NYLA why Albany Public Library is important to you below...
by lex | Feb 20, 2021 | Advocacy
Albany Public Library director Scott Jarzombek has been quite vocal for months that frontline library workers belong in vaccination Phase 1B, along with teachers and grocery workers. People are beginning to listen, but the Governor’s office has not yet responded...
by Sarah | Dec 4, 2020 | Advocacy, Love Your Library
The Legislature and Libraries: December 15th, 2020 9am Mark your calendars – The New York Library Association is hosting a free virtual series called Advocacy Fundamentals, monthly through March 2021. As part of this series, NYLA will have a zoom session called...
