The 2027 Long Island Library Conference will be on Thursday, May 13 2027 at the Melville Marriott. The Conference Committee invites program proposals on all areas of interest to library staff. The 2027 theme is “Infinite Possibilities”.  Program proposals do not necessarily have to relate to this year’s theme as we encourage programming on a variety of topics.

Conference programs should be 60 minutes long, with the anticipation of 45 minutes of content, and 10-15 minutes of Q&A.  

Proposal Evaluation

The Long Island Library Conference Committee will evaluate all proposals submitted by the deadline using the following criteria:

  • Keep titles clear and concise. 100 characters max. Anything longer will not be considered.
  • Merit and clarity of the 100-word program description.  100 words max. Anything longer will not be considered.
  • Completeness of the proposal.
  • Originality of proposed topic.
  • Diversity of speakers and topics, limit of 4 speakers/ presenters per program.

All proposals will be considered in the context of the overall structure of the conference and availability of time slots for proposed sessions.

Proposal Submission

The deadline for submitting proposals for the 2027 Long Island Library Conference is Friday December 11, 2026. Please use the GoogleForm at https://forms.gle/KwoCQ3VjEx4KCURh6  or on the website https://libconference.org/programs/.  All program submission information will be available on the conference website soon.  If you have any questions about the proposal process, please contact the 2027 Program Chair, Jeff Baker or Danielle Minard at LILCPrograms@gmail.com.

Other Important Guidelines

  • INTERNET: Wireless Internet will be provided for all programs.
  • MICROPHONES: The Marriott supplies a maximum of ONE handheld or lavaliere microphone per program provided the room is large enough to require sound reinforcement.
  • AUDIO/VIDEO: Does the presentation on your laptop require audio for the audience to hear (e.g. audio/video clips)? Please indicate if you will be using audio through a laptop for your program. (The smaller rooms will not be equipped with enhanced audio as this is not necessary.)
  • TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS: The Long Island Library Conference Committee does not make travel arrangements for speakers and presenters. Presenters and/or the sponsors are responsible for making these arrangements. 
  • SPEAKER REGISTRATION FEES: Each program may receive complimentary registration for a maximum of two speakers. The two complimentary speakers must complete a complimentary registration. The Conference Committee will provide eligible speakers with registration information at a later date. Complimentary speakers will be able to indicate dietary restrictions when completing their registrations. 
  • Note for Exhibitors and Outside Groups: Non-library affiliated groups and conference exhibitors are not permitted to host, design, or run programs alone. However, you are welcome to participate if an organizer invites you to join a program panel.  
  • ARRANGERS: AT LEAST ONE ARRANGER OF ANY PROGRAM MUST BE PRESENT AT THE CONFERENCE, NO EXCEPTIONS. Please make sure that your presenters/ speakers are registered for and have checked in at the conference.  
  • EQUIPMENT: The Marriott will provide internet access and items such as projectors, screens, microphones, tables, lecterns/ podiums, etc. Laptops will not be provided.  Speakers, arrangers, or sponsors will be required to bring their own laptops.  Speakers will be responsible for providing ANY adapters, dongles, cables OR other accessories necessary for the connection of their equipment.  
  • SPONSOR: All programs for the conference require a sponsoring group (individual libraries and companies cannot sponsor programs). A list of divisions and committees that can act as sponsors can be found on the NCLA and SCLA websites.  NCLA website: https://ncla.info/   SCLA website: http://scla.net/