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Libraries and Cultural Heritage Institutions of St. Petersburg, Russia THE PROGRAM Russia is the largest country in the world and a major player on the world stage politically, economically, and culturally. It is vital that American librarians and other information … Continue reading

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  Please donate to The New York Library Club, Inc. We award an annual scholarship of $1500 to a deserving library student.  We collaborate with other organizations to bring quality programming to new and seasoned librarians from all sectors of … Continue reading

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Cultivating Leaderful Libraries: Save the Date for the Columbia Libraries Symposium – 12-18-2013 … METRO

The following announcement is brought to you by Columbia University Libraries. SAVE THE DATE! 11th Columbia Libraries Symposium, Friday, March 21, 2014 LEADERS EVERYWHERE: Fostering Leadership Across the Academic Library Organization Leadership development and mentoring are effective strategies that contribute … Continue reading

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Library Club Members in the News: Barbara Genco (Interview with Tom Nielsen of METRO)

myMETRO Member Spotlight: Barbara Genco It was a thrill to speak with Barbara Genco for this month’s myMETRO Member Spotlight! Barbara’s commitment to the profession is exemplary, and we look forward to seeing what she does next. [Note: The New … Continue reading

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Are Libraries Essential? Mixed Message in Latest Pew Survey

            In a survey report that has just been released, the Pew Research Center’s Internet Project found that just over half of those surveyed (52%) believe they do not need libraries as much as they … Continue reading

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SILS Students: Internships & Scholarships News

  Paid Summer 2014 Internship for Graduate Student – The Metropolitan Museum of Art Archives The intern’s responsibilities will include archival processing of Museum records, reference assistance, and historical research. The ideal candidate will be enrolled in a graduate program … Continue reading

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Melvil Dewey 162 birthday Happy Hour @ Colors Dec.10th 5:30 PM with METRO

Don’t you dare miss it — come one, come all! It’s the Melvil Dewey Birthday Happy Hour!  METRO and the New York Library Club are teaming up to host a special birthday happy hour in honor of Melvil Dewey’s 162nd … Continue reading

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Center for the Book Joins #GivingTuesday Movement to Encourage Spending With a Purpose

  The Empire State Center for the Book has joined #GivingTuesday, a first of its kind effort that will harness the collective power of a unique blend of partners—charities, families, businesses and individuals—to transform how people think about, talk about … Continue reading

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“CAREER Q&A AUTHORS SPARK CAREER ADVICE DISCUSSION”

“CAREER Q&A AUTHORS SPARK CAREER ADVICE DISCUSSION” By Susan Hoover On Thursday, Nov. 7th, the New York Library Club co-sponsored a book and panel discussion at CUNY Graduate Center to celebrate the release of the book Career Q&A: A Librarian’s … Continue reading

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Creature Feature: The Original Frankenstein Text Is Now Readable Online

    jordan kushins frankenstein 10/31/13 9:13pm In the pantheon of classic horror, Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein ranks as one of the first, and most memorable, monster tales ever told. And while it’s easy enough to pick up a new copy … Continue reading

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