Finger Lakes Library System

FALCONS Meeting
2026-11-19 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-08-20 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-05-21 09:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Online via Zoom
The Finger Lakes Automated Library Consortium (FALCONS) meeting occurs quarterly. Open to directors and select staff. Please contact Eric for more information.

FLLS Board Meeting
2026-11-18 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-23 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-19 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-15 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-17 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-20 15:00 - 16:00 | Finger Lakes Library System Conference Room, 1300 Dryden Road, Ithaca, NY, 14850, United States
A meeting of the Finger Lakes Library System Board of Trustees. Board Meetings will be held at the FLLS building (1300 Dryden Road, Ithaca, NY 14850) unless otherwise stated. Please contact Sarah for more information.

MLSG Meeting
2026-11-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-18 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-21 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Online via Zoom
The Member Library Support Group meets monthly. Directors, librarians, and support staff are always welcome at this meeting. We will discuss programming, outreach, collection development, and other library services. Bring your ideas and questions. Contact Jenny to join the discussion!

Directors' Meeting
2026-11-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Online via Zoom
The Directors’ Meeting occurs monthly and is open to directors. Please contact Sarah for more information.

Indigenous Peoples' Day/Columbus Day
2026-10-12 | Finger Lakes Library System Office, 1300 Dryden Road, Ithaca, 14850, United States
The Finger Lakes Library System offices will be closed for Indigenous Peoples’ Day holiday.

IDEA Committee Meeting
2026-09-17 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Online via Zoom
The IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Accessibility) Committee meets quarterly to discuss and develop initiatives for Finger Lakes Library System and our members. Open to IDEA Committee members. Please contact Jenny for more information.

Labor Day
2026-09-07 | Finger Lakes Library System Office, 1300 Dryden Road, Ithaca, 14850, United States
The Finger Lakes Library System offices will be closed for Labor Day holiday.

Website Accessibility Webinar with Sarah McFadden
2026-08-26 10:00 - 11:30 | Online via Zoom
Sarah McFadden of New York State Library will offer tips and tricks to help libraries meet the new ADA website accessibility guidelines. Q&A to be included.
Registration information coming soon! Session will be held on Zoom and will be recorded. View our Code of Conduct for Programs.

Independence Day
2026-07-03 | Finger Lakes Library System Office, 1300 Dryden Road, Ithaca, 14850, United States
The Finger Lakes Library System offices will be closed for Independence Day holiday.

Juneteenth
2026-06-19 | Finger Lakes Library System Office, 1300 Dryden Road, Ithaca, 14850, United States
The Finger Lakes Library System offices will be closed for Juneteenth holiday.

That All May Read: An Overview of the NYS Talking Book & Braille Library
2026-05-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Online via Zoom
New York State Talking Book and Braille Library Senior Librarian Laurenne Teachout will provide an overview of services, focusing on eligibility for service and the important role public libraries play in connecting community members to accessible reading materials.

Learn more about TBBL: tbbl.nysed.gov.

Registration is required. Session will be held on Zoom and will be recorded. View our Code of Conduct for Programs.

Memorial Day
2026-05-25 | Finger Lakes Library System Office, 1300 Dryden Road, Ithaca, 14850, United States
The Finger Lakes Library System offices will be closed for Memorial Day holiday.

FLLS Plan of Service Committee
2026-05-20 14:00 - 15:00 | Finger Lakes Library System Conference Room, 1300 Dryden Road, Ithaca, NY, 14850, United States
Plan of Service Committee Meeting
A committee of the FLLS Board of Trustees

Save Your Collection—Don't Replace, Repair! Basic Book Repair for Libraries
2026-05-20 09:00 - 13:00 | Finger Lakes Library System Conference Room, 1300 Dryden Road, Ithaca, NY, 14850, United States
Stop throwing money away on replacements! Binding quality varies wildly, and with constant circulation, even your best books take a beating. The good news? Most damage is completely fixable—and you’ll learn how in this hands-on workshop. Transform damaged books into circulation-ready materials while saving your budget for new acquisitions where it really counts.

In This Dynamic Workshop, You’ll Master:
✓ Essential repair tools and supplies every library needs
✓ Quick fixes for the most common types of book damage
✓ Professional techniques to reinforce hinges and prevent cover separation
✓ The art of tipping in loose pages so they stay put
✓ Complete spine replacement from start to finish
✓ Proven cleaning methods that tackle even the toughest stains.

Why Attend? With repeated checkouts and daily handling, your popular titles are probably falling apart faster than your budget can replace them. These practical skills will help you keep beloved books in circulation, extend the life of your entire collection, and demonstrate excellent stewardship of library resources. Walk away with confidence, techniques you can use immediately, and the satisfaction of giving your books a second life!

The session will be held in-person at Finger Lakes Library System: 1300 Dryden Road, Ithaca, NY 14850. Coffee, snacks, and water will be provided. Feel free to bring your own snacks. Registration is full, please contact jshonk@flls.org to be added to the waiting list. View our Code of Conduct for Programs.

Presenter Bio: Marianne Hanley is the Preservation Librarian for Syracuse University Libraries, where she leads comprehensive preservation efforts that protect and extend the life of invaluable research collections. In her role, she defines preservation needs, establishes strategic goals, implements targeted programs, and manages budget allocations to ensure the long-term care of library materials. As Principal Investigator for the NYS Conservation/Preservation Grant Program, Marianne administers annual state funding dedicated to promoting proper care and accessibility of research materials across New York. Through this program, she champions the adoption of best practices, guidelines, and technical standards in conservation and preservation work. Marianne co-manages Syracuse University Libraries’ disaster response plan for collections and co-coordinates recovery efforts when emergencies strike—ensuring that irreplaceable materials are protected even in the most challenging circumstances. A passionate educator, Marianne finds great fulfillment in teaching workshops on book repair and disaster preparedness, sharing her expertise with library professionals eager to strengthen their own preservation skills. Education: Master of Library and Information Science, Syracuse University and Bachelor of Arts, Canisius College, Buffalo, NY.
