Partnering with Google and Microsoft:  Reflections on Mass Digitization at Columbia University
Friday 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Saratoga Hilton, Travers
Sponsor: ASLS 
The partnership of academic libraries with search engine giants like Google and Microsoft has caused a lot of discussion in the library world.  Patricia Renfro from Columbia University will discuss her own Library’s projects with Google and Microsoft to digitize books from their collections.
Speaker:
Patricia Renfro, Columbia University

Friendly Fundraising
Friday 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Saratoga Hilton, Whitney
Sponsor: EFR 
Presenters from local Friends’ groups will describe creative methods for fundraising.
Speakers:
JoAnne Robbins, Clifton Park-Halfmoon Friends
Kathryn Gold, Saratoga Springs Public Library

But I Want to Watch It NOW! Film Formats in Libraries
Friday 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Courtyard by Marriott, Schuyler
Sponsor: FILM, SMART
This program will explore, from a collection development and cataloging point of view the different formats (including Blu-Ray, DVD, Downloadable, Streaming Video, DRM) which are changing the face of library collections.  Discussion on new video formats and delivery systems will be facilitated and the future of film will be debated.
Speakers:
David Callahan, NYPL's Donnell Media Center
Film Industry Professionals 

Library Merchandising on a Budget
Friday 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Saratoga Hilton, Broadway 3
Sponsor: LAMS 
Learn how to implement merchandising techniques to get people excited about library collections and materials.
Speaker:
Kathy Schalk-Greene, Mount Laurel Library

Legislators and Library Leaders Speak Out for Libraries!
Friday 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Saratoga Hilton, Saratoga Ballroom 3
Sponsor: NYLA’s Legislative Committee, SED, NYSL, NYSALB
Elected officials and library leaders will discuss how to keep library needs and issues in the funding forefront.
Speakers:
Jeffrey W. Cannell, Deputy Commissioner for Cultural Education
Regent James C. Dawson, NYS Board of Regents
Kathy Miller, NYLA Legislative Committee Chair
Richard Strauss, NYSALB

Keeping Up, Keeping Organized
Friday 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Saratoga Hilton, Phila
Sponsor: NMRT 
Are you too cluttered? Do you need guidance for getting organized at work and at home? Learn some tips for managing your time and your library, and develop organizational skills for life.
Speaker:
Diane Campion, Organize This!

Making Connections: High School to College and Beyond
Friday 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Holiday Inn Saratoga, Place
Sponsor: NYLINK, SLSA    President’s Program
Learn how school libraries have collaborated with academic and/or public libraries to prepare high school students for college-level research and to promote lifelong information literacy.
Speakers:
Carole Ashbridge, Sackets Harbor Central School
Barbara Hough, Yonkers Middle/High School
John Thomas, Jefferson Community College

PLS Table Talks and Annual Meeting
Friday 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Saratoga Hilton, Broadway 4
Sponsor: PLS 
Join us for the PLS Annual Meeting, breakfast, and table talks on various topics. Topics will include: organizing volunteers, browsable collections by genrefying, and big reads.  The PLS 2008 Building Award and Website Award will be presented.
Speakers:
Jo-Ann Benedet, Upper Hudson Library System
Michael Burnett, Northville Public Library
Lea LaFera, Canajoharie Library
Carol Clingan, Mohawk Valley Library System

Get Noticed! Search Engine Optimization
Friday 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Saratoga Hilton, Broadway 1
Sponsor: SMART 
It seems nearly all students begin their research utilizing search engines instead of their library's web site. Instead of viewing search engines as competition, savvy librarians are employing search engine optimization strategies to bring their web sites to the top of the results pages and remind students why the best resources are right at the library!
Speakers:
Erin Rushton, Binghamton University Libraries
Marcy Strong, Binghamton University Libraries

Online Summer Reading Program Registration - Innovation @ Your Library
Friday 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Saratoga Hilton, Alabama
Sponsor: YSS, NYSL
Come and learn how the New York Statewide Summer Reading Program's proposed online registration can help get more kids reading during the summer. Get in at the beginning and find out how to effectively use online registration to reach out to more kids, teens, and families.
Speakers:
Karen Balsen, New York State Library
Rosanne Cerny, Queens Library
Marie Orlando, Suffolk Cooperative Library System
Sue Rokos, Mohawk Valley Library System

RASS-berries, Bagels and Roundtables
Friday 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Holiday Inn Saratoga, Win
Sponsor: RASS 
Join RASS leaders for a discussion on a variety of hot “table talks”. RASS membership meeting to follow.
Speaker:
Donna Ciampa, RASS President

Program Slot #4
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Green Libraries
Friday 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Saratoga Hilton, Travers
Sponsor: ASLS, LAMS, NYSALB
The presenter, trained by Al Gore and the Climate Project as one of the “1000 Climate Messengers,” will discuss developments and solutions libraries are adopting to make their libraries more environmentally friendly and reducing their “carbon footprints”. Sustainable building designs, conservation of non-renewable energy and LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification, and more will be discussed.
Speaker:
Frederick Stoss, University of Buffalo

Innovative Programs by Library Friends
Friday 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Saratoga Hilton, Whitney
Sponsor: EFR 
A panel of Library Friends will discuss innovative programming provided by their local Friends’ groups. Topics will include Operation Paperback, Cops N’ Kids, Your Town Revisited...Personal Stories.
Speakers:
Phyllis Kitt, EFRT
Randy Enos, Ramapo Catskill Library System

Libraries in Developing Countries: the Challenge and Opportunities
Friday 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Saratoga Hilton, Broadway 2
Sponsor: ESRT 
Libraries are an essential component of global democracy. Efforts to aid libraries abroad can benefit everyone. Topics of discussion will include: fostering literacy and democracy in the third world, financial and human resource needs, and the individual librarian’s role.
Speakers:
Jane Mirandette, The Hester J. Hodgdon Libraries for All Program
Holly Morganelli, Brooklyn Public Library

Film Festival Fun @ Your Library
Friday 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Courtyard by Marriott, Schuyler
Sponsor: FILM 
Get the scoop from A to Z from knowledgeable New York State librarians who run fantastic film festivals @ their libraries. Take home tips to start your very own film festival!
Speakers:
Christine McDonald, Crandall Public Library
Cassie Guthrie, The Seymour Library in Brockport

Fleeting Memory: Online Government Information
Friday 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Holiday Inn Saratoga, Place
Sponsor: GIRT, IFRT, SMART
In 2006, the NY State Archives and Library downloaded agency web sites that were expected to change with a new Executive administration. Planning, implementation, problems, and partial success as well as vendor software options, storage and accessibility will be discussed.
Speakers:
Bonnie Weddle, New York State Archives
Lynne Webb, New York State Library
Bob Dowd, New York State Library

News Publications and Intellectual Freedom
Friday 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Saratoga Hilton, Broadway 3
Sponsor: IFRT 
An exploration of the level of intellectual freedom in news publications and alternative / diverse sources.
Speaker:
Kim Landon, Utica College

Education Commissioner Richard Mills Speaks Out for Libraries!
Friday 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Saratoga Hilton, Saratoga Ballroom 3
Sponsor: NYLA’s Legislative Committee, SED, NYSL, NYSALB
The Commissioner of Education will discuss the pivotal role libraries play in advancing statewide education initiatives.
Speakers:
Jeffrey W. Cannell, Deputy Commissioner for Cultural Education
Regent James C. Dawson, NYS Board of Regents
Commissioner Richard Mills, State Education Commissioner

What’s New at OGS & Navigating the OGS Website
Friday 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Saratoga Hilton, Phila
Sponsor: NYLA
The NYS Office of General Services Procurement Services Group (PSG) administers over 2,400 hundred contracts.  Libraries across the state are able to purchase many goods and services from these contracts.  The diverse program includes contracts for commodities such as vehicles, office supplies, audio-visual equipment, library supplies and furniture, and services such as auditing, temporary personnel, moving and security guard service, just to name a few.  This training session will introduce participants to the benefits of the PSG Program and provide guidance to access contract information at the OGS website.
Speaker:
Marian Corbett, Purchasing Officer, NYS Office of General Services

Wiki Technology as a Staff Empowerment and Information Sharing Tool
Friday 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Holiday Inn Saratoga, Win
Sponsor: RASS 
As baby boomer librarians retire, they are taking with them years of institutional knowledge. To capture it, NYPL’s staff is using wiki technology. They are creating a knowledge base so the new and remaining staff can easily learn the complexities of collections, policies, and procedures.
Speakers:
Paul Friedman, The New York Public Library
Matthew Sheehy, The New York Public Library

Library Services for a New Age
Friday 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Courtyard by Marriott, Luxury Suite
Sponsor: RLSP, RASS
Transforming libraries into centers for boomer learning and community participation.
Speakers:
Diantha Schull, Libraries for the Future
Mark Donnelly, Queens Library
Brigid Cahalan, New York Public Library

K-12 Applications of TeachingBooks
Friday 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Courtyard by Marriott, Yaddo
Sponsor: SLSA, SLMS
April Bliss will share with the K-12 educational community how she used TeachingBooks in her library media center to share authors’ programs, book guides, readings and more. Learn how to use this SLSA-supported resource with everyone in your school and library community.
Speakers:
April Bliss, Jefferson Lewis Boces
Nicholas Glass, TeachingBooks

SMART Membership Meeting
Friday 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Saratoga Hilton, Broadway 1
Sponsor: SMART 
Mingle with fellow SMARTies and share ideas for future programs. Think you'd like to "get SMART?" Come to the membership meeting and find out what we're all about!
Speakers:
Kathryn Frederic, Elmira College
Susan Dague, East Greenbush Community Library

Seeing the World, Creating the World with Illustrator, Matthew McElligott
Friday 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Saratoga Hilton, Alabama      President’s Program
Sponsor: YSS 
Our featured illustrator, Matthew McElligott, will talk about the process of creating visual worlds in children's books. His presentation will examine what goes into making these worlds and if it is possible to see the world through the eyes of a child in this process.
Speaker:
Matthew McElligott

Program Slot #5
2:30 PM – 3:45 PM

What Else Can You Do with a Library Degree?
Friday 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Saratoga Hilton, Travers
Sponsor: ASLS, NMRT
Learn about non-traditional library careers! A panel of speakers from non-traditional and special libraries will discuss careers in fields other than public, academic and school libraries.
Speakers:
Patti McCall, AMRI
Joan Oliver 
Rebecca Rich-Wulfmeyer, Albany Institute of History & Art
Polly-Alida Farrington, P. A. Farrington Associates
Amanda Latreille, New York State Library & Libraries for the Future

Library Friends as Advocates
Friday 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Saratoga Hilton, Whitney
Sponsor: EFR 
A panel of library Friends will discuss advocacy efforts at the local and state levels. This presentation will include a summary of current state-level issues for advocates.
Speakers:
Marcia Elwitt, Friends of Brighton Memorial Library
Jeff Baker, Chili Public Library
Bill Crumlish, NYLA President 1998

Who Are the Sikhs? Why Do We Need to Know?
Friday 2:30 PM - 5:15 PM
Courtyard by Marriott, Schuyler
Sponsor: ESRT, FILM
In the aftermath of the tragedies of 9/11, members of the Sikh community have been targeted for discrimination, hate, and violence. A basic understanding of culture and traditions may help prevent future misunderstandings and acts of intolerance. Watch a short documentary introduced by the filmmaker, Kevin Lee. Learn what libraries can do for proactive public education.
Speakers:
Kevin Lee, Independent Filmmaker
Manbeena Kaur, Sikh Coalition

GIRT Membership Meeting
Friday 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Holiday Inn Saratoga, Place
Sponsor: GIRT 
Annual membership meeting and New York State Documents Depository program update.
Speakers:
Bob Dowd, New York State Library
Rosemary LaSala, St. Johns University Law School Library

How Do You Manage?
Friday 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Saratoga Hilton, Broadway 3
Sponsor: LAMS 
Join other LAMS members at this reception where we’ll informally discuss management issues with a panel of library administrators.

Google’s “Cool,” New Research & Collaboration Tools – And, They’re Free!
Friday 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Saratoga Hilton, Phila
Sponsor: NYLA 
Discover Google’s FREE, online tools for research & learning, presented by a “Google Certified Teacher.” Design and customize an iGoogle startpage for personal productivity. Read news from 4,500 worldwide sources, continually updated. Search NEWS archives by TIMELINE feature; receive ALERTS. Use BOOK SEARCH to find books in digital format, with links to libraries by zip code. Create & share ONLINE BOOK LISTS. Use SCHOLAR for peer-reviewed papers. Render precise results using ADVANCED SEARCH. Create and publish webpages in minutes. Keep online NOTEBOOKS for “harvesting” websites. Discover tools for collaboration and WEB 2.0 networking with colleagues or students doing research. Create and share files and project assets, and participate in “real time” editing sessions with DOCS. Create personalized MAPS with photos and text; discover the rich content of GOOGLE EARTH; observe geography and places come alive as you “fly” around the World using satellite imagery. Use GADGETS to discover global information and more.
Speaker:
Carol LaRow, Google Certified Teacher

Patriot Act: Ramifications and Liabilities--Local Libraries
Friday 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Saratoga Hilton, Broadway 1
Sponsor: NYSALB 
The effects and ramifications on the local library and its staff by the Patriot Act...specifically its liabilities and demands.

Library as a "Third Place"
Friday 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Holiday Inn Saratoga, Win
Sponsor: RASS 
Discover how changes in environmental awareness, learning techniques and user expectations affect the design and development of physical and digital library spaces. How can library spaces better accommodate and inspire their users? We will examine techniques to enhance library’s visual and physical presentation, assessment and marketing of library spaces, and the increasing use of library spaces for group study and social activities.
Speakers:
Arezoo Mohseni, The New York Public Library
Terry Kirchner, Butler Library, Columbia University

What Works in Prisons Today
Friday 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Courtyard by Marriott, Luxury Suite
Sponsor: RLSP 
Successful literacy and literary programs in correctional facilities, including the PEN American Center’s Prison Writing program: panel discussion. Annual RLSP members meeting to follow.
Speakers:
Jackson Taylor, PEN American Center
Brian Martin, Wyoming Correctional Facility
Doug Petry, Groveland Correctional Facility
Prakesh Upadhyaya, Otisville Correctional Facility
Mark Donnelly, Queens Library

Liven Up Your Library!
Friday 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Saratoga Hilton, Broadway 2
Sponsor: SLMS 
Looking for new ways to bring students into your library? Want to create excitement and enthusiasm for the library program? Come and hear new ideas that will invigorate your program, your students and you!
Speaker:
Sue Kowalski, ESM School District

What's the Buzz? Keeping Up with Technology for Librarians
Friday 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Saratoga Hilton, Alabama
Sponsor: YSS              President’s Program
If you're suffering from information overload when it comes to what's new in technology and Internet resources for children and young adults, join us as we learn what's new in a nutshell.
Speakers:
Josalyn Gervasio, Guilderland Public Library
Michael Sweeney, Guilderland Public Library

Program Slot #5 & #6
2:30 PM – 5:15 PM

The Customer Centered Library
Friday 2:30 PM - 5:15 PM
Saratoga Hilton, Broadway 4
Sponsor: PLS              President’s Program
Clear the decks of all of the policies and procedures that perpetuate the past and start serving your customers well. Understand and anticipate the needs, wants and desires of customers today with innovative approaches to library services and environment. Acquire 21st century customer service skills and learn how to make opportunities for innovative customer service central to every library decision.
Speaker:
Karen Hyman, South Jersey Regional Library Cooperative

Program Slot #6
4:00 PM – 5:15 PM

Friends and Trustees: Working Together to Build Better Libraries
Friday 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Saratoga Hilton, Whitney
Sponsor: EFR             President’s Program
Representatives of library boards and of Friends will discuss roles and relationships and how the two groups can work together for the benefit of the library and its users.
Speakers:
Kathy Adam, Clifton Park - Halfmoon Public Library
Sue Swanton, Retired, Gates Public Library

Helping Your Customers with their Patent and Trademark Questions
Friday 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Holiday Inn Saratoga, Place
Sponsor: GIRT, NYSED, NYSL
New York State is home to five patent and trademark depository libraries.  Representatives from some of those libraries will share the tips and expertise they gain annually at the United States Patent and Trademark Office's training seminars.
Speakers:
Bill Schilling, New York State Library
Kate Meddaugh, Central Library of Rochester
Ken Johnson, New York Public Library
Tom Turner, United States Patent & Trademark Office

Meet the Bloggers
Friday 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Courtyard by Marriott, Kaydeross
Sponsor: NY3Rs 
Experienced library bloggers share their blogging experiences. Join the discussion and start blogging!
Speakers:
Ken Fujiuchi, Buffalo State College
Jill Hurst-Wahl, Hurst Associates, Ltd.
David Rothman, Community General Hospital

Liability Suits: Don't Get Burned!
Friday 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Saratoga Hilton, Travers
Sponsor: NYSALB, PULISDO, LAMS
Errors and omissions in liability protection insurance for library directors, library boards, and trustees. How to identify gaps in your library insurance policy. Does your insurance policy cover the specialized needs of your library? Library Errors and Omissions for Libraries - do you need it?

Updated location! You Showed Us the Money: Gates Hardware Opportunity Grant Program Update
Friday 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Saratoga Springs Public Library, Conference Room
Sponsor: NYSL 
Opportunity grant recipients gather to share comments on the program and activities enabled by it. The grant/program coordinator will be available to answer questions and talk about program details.

Book Buzz: A Focus on First Novels
Friday 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Holiday Inn Saratoga, Win
Sponsor: RASS 
Representatives from the nation’s top publishing houses will showcase the new crop of debut novels and best first books. Publishing representatives from Random House and HarperCollins will be among the featured speakers.

Plagiarism in the K-16 Environment
Friday 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Saratoga Hilton, Phila
Sponsor: SLMS 
Come see what you can do to combat this serious issue within your school. Learn about online tools, web sites and techniques that will help you to stay one step ahead.
Speakers:
Gretchen Pearson, LeMoyne College
Rosina Alaimo, Williamsville School District pictured

Taking Down Silos – Building Bridges; A Conversation About Collaboration Across the Content Areas, with Curriculum, Instruction, and Instructional Technology (CI&IT), New York State Education Department (NYSED)
Friday 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Courtyard by Marriott, Yaddo
Sponsor: SLSA             President’s Program
Developments and initiatives in school library services, curriculum, instruction, and instructional technology - New York State Department of Education.
Speakers:
John P. Brock, CI&IT, NYSED
Dr. Joanne Shawhan, CI&IT, NYSED
Anne Schiano, CI&IT, NYSED
Marybeth Casey, CI&IT, NYSED 
Lawrence Paska, CI&IT, NYSED
Jo Ann Larson, CI&IT, NYSED
Philip Dettelis, CI&IT, NYSED
Dr. Cindy Williams, CI&IT, NYSED
Tracey Bennett, CI&IT, NYSED
Anthony Jaacks, CI&IT, NYSED

Telling Tales
Friday 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Saratoga Hilton, Alabama
Sponsor: YSS 
Storytellers from the Capital Region and beyond will entertain and enlighten us with their poignant and humorous tales of friendship, cooperation, and community. Tickets are $12 per person and proceeds from this event will go to the Ann Gibson Scholarship Fund. Please see the registration desk for details.
Speakers:
Bairbre McCarthy  
Mary Murphy 
Ellen Tannenbaum  
Lucinda Robertson