Start planning for the 2023 Long Island Library Conference with our handy Programs-At-A-Glance schedule. Detailed program descriptions to follow.
Meet the 2023 Keynote Speaker
We are delighted to announce that author and "Roving Grammarian" Ellen Jovin will be the keynote speaker for the 2023 Long Island Library Conference. Ellen is an internationally acclaimed grammar and language expert. She is the author of four books on language, including 2022’s Rebel with a Clause: Tales and Tips from a Roving Grammarian, which … Continue reading Meet the 2023 Keynote Speaker
Attendee Registration Is Now Open!
Get your 2023 off to a great start by registering for the Long Island Library Conference! Rates Attendee: $75 Student: $45 Day Of: $125 Group Registration Registering multiple attendees at once is possible. NYLA, SCLA, and NCLA credentials are not necessary. Payment Options Cash, check, credit, PayPal, Google Pay, and invoice payments can be made. … Continue reading Attendee Registration Is Now Open!
2023 LILC Program Submissions Deadline Approaching
A reminder to submit those program proposals! The guidelines and online submission form can be found on our website at https://libconference.org/programs/. The deadline for submitting proposals for the 2023 Long Island Library Conference is December 31, 2022. Feel free to email lilcprograms@gmail.com with any questions!
Exhibitor/Sponsor Registration Is Now Open!
The last three conferences have sold out; act now to secure your place at Long Island's largest conference for the library community! For more information and to register, visit our Exhibitor Registration page. Want to make more of an impact or can't send a representative? Take out an ad in our conference guide or become … Continue reading Exhibitor/Sponsor Registration Is Now Open!
Submit Your Program Proposals for the 2023 Conference
Program proposal submissions are now open! The theme for this year’s conference is “Reunited;” however, program proposals do not have to relate to this year’s theme as we welcome all program ideas on a variety of topics. Library Associations and Divisions are invited to submit their proposed program offerings. The guidelines and online submission form … Continue reading Submit Your Program Proposals for the 2023 Conference
Nancy Pearl – Author, Literary Critic, and “America’s Librarian”
We are excited to announce that noted literary critic and “America’s Librarian” Nancy Pearl will be the 2023 keynote speaker for the Long Island Library Conference. Nancy is a lifelong reader and supporter of libraries. She regularly comments on books on National Public Radio’s Morning Edition and on her monthly “Book Lust with Nancy Pearl” … Continue reading Nancy Pearl – Author, Literary Critic, and “America’s Librarian”
Save the Date! Our Next Conference Will Be Held on May 11, 2023
The committee is excited to announce that the 2023 Long Island Library Conference will be held in person on Thursday, May 11, 2023 at the Melville Marriott. We’re working hard to provide a day filled with informational programs, great speakers, and networking opportunities and are looking forward to being “Reunited” with all of our attendees. … Continue reading Save the Date! Our Next Conference Will Be Held on May 11, 2023
Long Island Library Conference postponed until 2023
When we were last in touch with you, we were hoping to see you on Thursday, May 12th of 2022 at our annual conference. Unfortunately, it doesn’t look like we will be able to hold our conference in person in a way that will keep our attendees and vendors safe during the continuing COVID pandemic. … Continue reading Long Island Library Conference postponed until 2023
The Conference Committee Mourns the Passing of Deidre Goode
With deep sadness the Long Island Library Conference Committee mourns the passing of Deidre Goode. She was the 2015 Chairperson of the Long Island Library Conference. Diedre was the Department Head of Children’s Services of the Great Neck Library and received her Master of Library and Information Science from Queens College. We will remember Deidre’s … Continue reading The Conference Committee Mourns the Passing of Deidre Goode
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