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2027 Long Island Library Conference Call for Program Proposals

Share Your Expertise at LILC 2027
Theme: “Infinite Possibilities”
Deadline: Friday, December 11, 2026

Save the Date: LILC 2027

Mark your calendars. The 2027 Long Island Library Conference is coming!
Date: Thursday, May 13, 2027
Location: Melville Marriott – Melville, NY

More information coming soon!

Connecting & Empowering Long Island Libraries

The Long Island Library Conference is an educational forum for all those who work in and for libraries. Held annually to provide innovative and informational programs as well as networking opportunities to improve the quality of the public, special, school and university libraries of Long Island, the Conference is organized and sponsored by the Suffolk County Library Association (SCLA) and the Nassau County Library Association (NCLA).

The conference is planned by a dedicated group of volunteers. If you would like to participate, please contact the committee chairperson at LILCChair@gmail.com.

2026 Keynote Speaker:
Jamar Rahming

Jamar Rahming is the Chief Executive Officer of the Cuyahoga County Public Library and president-elect of the Public Library Association. With more than 20 years of library leadership experience, he is nationally recognized for innovative, community-centered initiatives and award-winning library service. He has received multiple national honors, including Library Journal’s Movers & Shakers and the ALA’s I Love My Library Award.

View Past Keynote Speakers