LLAGNY’s Graphic Novel Book Group March Online Meeting
2025-03-20 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Online
LLAGNY’s Graphic Novel Book Group will meet via Zoom on Thursday March 20th at 12. We will discuss Botticelli’s Apprentice by Ursula Murray Husted. Please see our LibGuide for past and upcoming titles.

Please contact, Eileen Dolan at edolan@NYLI.org to be added to the meeting.

Legal Research for Beginners Webinar
2025-04-03 14:00 - 16:00
NYLI’s Director of Innovation & Engagement, Ellyssa Valenti Kroski will be presenting the following webinar for The American Library Association (ALA) with special guest NYLI’s Executive Director Lucy Curci-Gonzalez:
Learn about the process of legal research in this beginner webinar on law librarianship. This informative session will discuss where to find the law including primary sources such as constitutions, statutes, court opinions and case law, regulations, and administrative decisions as well as important secondary and scholarly sources which may be cited as persuasive authority such as treatises, law reviews, specialized periodicals, annotations, and restatements, as well as legal encyclopedias. Both free and commercial sources will be demonstrated and discussed.
Webinar participants will learn:
• How to track down a legal citation
• How to distinguish between statute and case law citations
• Where to find both Federal and State statutes
• Where to find both Federal and State court opinions
• Where to find specialized legal materials such as regulations, dockets, forms, and reporters
• How to check the validity of a case before citing it
Register with the ALA.

15 Ways Libraries can use Generative AI Webinar
2025-04-10 10:00 - 11:00
NYLI’s Director of Innovation & Engagement, Ellyssa Valenti Kroski will be presenting the following webinar for the Central NY Library Resources Council (CLRC):
Explore the transformative power of AI in libraries with this engaging webinar. This essential session is designed for librarians, information specialists, and enthusiasts eager to harness the latest in AI technology. Highlights include:

Basics of Generative AI: A straightforward primer on generative AI and its relevance today.
Key AI Tools: Explore ten cutting-edge generative AI tools and how they stand to benefit library environments.
15 Practical Uses of AI in Libraries: Learn how generative AI can be applied in various library functions, including research assistance, instructional design, language learning, library programming design, automating grant writing, professional development, enhancing metadata, and much more.
Navigating AI Challenges: Insights into the challenges and ethical considerations of using AI, with strategies for effective management.
Skill Building: Tips for writing effective AI prompts and an introduction to the most useful ChatGPT plugins for libraries.

This webinar is your gateway to integrating generative AI into your library’s offerings, improving efficiency, and engaging your community in new and exciting ways.
Register for this event you must register with CLRC: Link coming soon.

LLAGNY’s Graphic Novel Book Group April Online Meeting
2025-04-24 12:00 - 13:00
LLAGNY’s Graphic Novel Book Group will meet via Zoom on Thursday April 24th at 12. We will discuss Lies My Teacher Told Me by James W. Loewen (available at NYPL). Please see our LibGuide for past and upcoming titles.

Please contact, Eileen Dolan at edolan@NYLI.org to be added to the meeting.

LLAGNY’s Graphic Novel Book Group May Online Meeting
2025-05-15 12:00 - 13:00
LLAGNY’s Graphic Novel Book Group will meet via Zoom on Thursday May 15th at 12:00pm to discuss Star Wars. The Original Trilogy by Ferrari, Alessandro (available at NYPL). Please see our LibGuide for past and upcoming titles.

Please contact, Eileen Dolan at edolan@NYLI.org to be added to the meeting.

Legal Research for Beginners Webinar
2025-06-04 12:00 - 13:00
NYLI’s Director of Innovation & Engagement, Ellyssa Valenti Kroski will be presenting the following webinar with special guest NYLI’s Executive Director Lucy Curci-Gonzalez:
Learn about the process of legal research in this beginner webinar on law librarianship. This informative session will discuss where to find the law including primary sources such as constitutions, statutes, court opinions and case law, regulations, and administrative decisions as well as important secondary and scholarly sources which may be cited as persuasive authority such as treatises, law reviews, specialized periodicals, annotations, and restatements, as well as legal encyclopedias. Both free and commercial sources will be demonstrated and discussed.
Webinar participants will learn:
• How to track down a legal citation
• How to distinguish between statute and case law citations
• Where to find both Federal and State statutes
• Where to find both Federal and State court opinions
• Where to find specialized legal materials such as regulations, dockets, forms, and reporters
• How to check the validity of a case before citing it
Register for this webinar.

3D Printing 101: Exploring Cultural Heritage Through Hands-On Making
2025-07-17 14:30 - 16:00
Interested in bringing 3D printing to your library but not sure where to start? This beginner-friendly webinar introduces you to the fundamentals of 3D printing—what it is, how it works, and how to create meaningful programs around it. Through the lens of cultural heritage, you’ll learn how to find or create 3D models, clean them up using free tools like Tinkercad and Meshmixer, and prepare them for printing in slicers like Cura.
We’ll explore beginner- and intermediate-level workflows, including using photogrammetry to digitize real-world objects, remixing ancient artifacts, and running themed programs like “Design Your Own Amulet” or “Build a Mini Egyptian Tomb.” You’ll leave with practical tools, step-by-step guidance, and ready-to-run program ideas for patrons of all ages.
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Explain the basic steps of 3D printing, including model creation, cleanup, slicing, and printing, using accessible tools like Tinkercad, Meshmixer, and Cura.
Identify and evaluate sources for 3D models, including cultural heritage repositories and community platforms like Thingiverse, and understand how to modify or remix models for educational use.
Design and implement beginner-friendly, themed 3D printing programs with a cultural heritage focus—such as artifact recreation, tomb-building, or amulet design—for a range of age groups and library settings.

About the Instructor
Ellyssa Valenti Kroski is the Director of Innovation & Engagement at the New York Law Institute as well as an award-winning editor and author of 77 books. She is a librarian, a faculty member at San Jose State University, and an international conference speaker. She can be found at: https://www.amazon.com/author/ellyssa.
Registration through the ALA here.

Bringing the Past to Life: AR and VR Tools for Cultural Programming in Libraries
2025-07-24 14:30 - 16:00
Step into the past and bring cultural stories to life—no headset required! This beginner-friendly webinar introduces libraries to the fundamentals of Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR) and how these technologies can be used to create immersive exhibits and engaging programs.
We’ll explore easy-to-use tools like SeekBeak, ZapWorks, and 360° cameras to help you design interactive experiences using equipment you likely already have. Learn how to develop your first projects, from AR posters and Merge Cube artifact exploration to 360° local history tours and virtual exhibits. Featured programs include “Myth in Motion,” “History on a Cube,” “Create a Virtual Exhibit,” and “Teen Curators.” Whether you’re serving young readers or lifelong learners, this session will equip you with practical ideas and accessible workflows to start small and make a big impact.
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Define Augmented and Virtual Reality in simple terms and understand the differences between them in a library context.
Identify beginner-friendly tools and platforms for creating AR and VR experiences using phones, tablets, or basic 360° cameras.
Plan and implement interactive cultural programs such as augmented posters, virtual exhibits, and immersive storytelling activities.

About the Instructor
Ellyssa Valenti Kroski is the Director of Innovation & Engagement at the New York Law Institute as well as an award-winning editor and author of 77 books. She is a librarian, an adjunct faculty member at San Jose State University, and an international conference speaker. She can be found at: https://www.amazon.com/author/ellyssa.
Registration through the ALA here.

Empowering Creativity: Exploring Makerspaces and Engaging STEM Programming in Libraries Webinar
2025-08-13 14:30 - 16:00
Makerspaces are creative, DIY spaces where people can gather to create, invent, and learn. While some libraries have long-established makerspaces, others are just getting started. In this webinar, aimed at those who are relatively new to makerspaces, we’ll look at how we can put these spaces to work in a practical way. Even if you don’t have a dedicated physical makerspace in your library, you can learn the theory behind makerspaces and programming that will work for you.
Participants will explore:

Different types of makerspaces
13 types of high-tech and low-tech makerspace tools of the trade
How seven libraries are excelling with makerspaces
How to host 10 types of programming events with or without a makerspace

About the Instructor
Ellyssa Valenti Kroski is the Director of Innovation & Engagement at the New York Law Institute as well as an award-winning editor and author of 77 books. She is a librarian, an adjunct faculty member at San Jose State University, and an international conference speaker. She can be found at: https://www.amazon.com/author/ellyssa.
Registration with the ALA here.

Ancient Worlds, New Tech: Bringing History to Life with AR and MR in the Library
2025-09-09 14:00 - 15:30
Bring the past into the present with immersive technology! This webinar explores how libraries can use Augmented and Mixed Reality (AR/MR) to activate cultural stories, build layered exhibits, and engage patrons of all ages. Learn how to design interactive experiences using tools like Adobe Aero, BlippAR, and ZapWorks—no coding required. We’ll spotlight successful library case studies and walk through accessible workflows to create your own programs. Featured ideas include Myth in Motion: AR Poster Series, Augment the Exhibit, Time Travelers’ Map, History on a Cube, Voices in the Stacks, and Smells of the Past. Whether you’re working with a single display or developing full immersive zones, this session will help you start small, think big, and connect your community through technology and story.
Participants will be able to:

Distinguish between AR and MR and identify key tools for each that are accessible in public and academic libraries.
Apply practical workflows to create spatial, visual, and auditory exhibit layers using beginner- and intermediate-friendly tools.
Design interactive programming that brings cultural heritage to life through multisensory experiences such as AR posters, Merge Cube artifacts, soundscapes, and tactile installations.

About the Instructor
Ellyssa Valenti Kroski is the Director of Innovation & Engagement at the New York Law Institute as well as an award-winning editor and author of 77 books. She is a librarian, an adjunct faculty member at San Jose State University, and an international conference speaker. She can be found at: https://www.amazon.com/author/ellyssa.
Registration through TechDays Wisconsin here.

Game On: Using Archaeogaming to Engage Patrons with History and Culture
2025-09-10 11:00 - 12:00
Games aren’t just fun—they’re a gateway to cultural exploration, critical thinking, and creativity. This engaging webinar introduces the concept of archaeogaming, where archaeology and play intersect to spark discovery and connection. Learn how libraries can harness both digital and tabletop games to bring the ancient world—and cultural interpretation—to life for patrons of all ages. We’ll explore standout titles like Never Alone, Assassin’s Creed, Heaven’s Vault, No Man’s Sky, Civilization VI, and Pentiment, alongside a variety of program-ready ideas such as Play & Learn Game Nights, Virtual Digs and Alien Archaeology, Decode the Past: Ancient Language Challenges, and History vs. Game Night. Whether you’re a gamer or not, you’ll leave with hands-on ideas and accessible tools to build engaging, culturally rich programs rooted in play.
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Define archaeogaming and identify its educational potential for cultural and historical engagement in library settings.
Evaluate a range of games for their cultural content, design potential, and relevance to different audiences.
Develop archaeogaming programs that blend storytelling, history, and critical thinking—no gaming expertise required.

About the Instructor
Ellyssa Valenti Kroski is the Director of Innovation & Engagement at the New York Law Institute as well as an award-winning editor and author of 77 books. She is a librarian, an adjunct faculty member at San Jose State University, and an international conference speaker. She can be found at: https://www.amazon.com/author/ellyssa.
Registration through the Long Island Resources Council (LILRC) here.

Navigating LLMC’s New Website
2025-09-16 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for this brand-new webinar featuring an overview of the new LLMC website. The Library of the New York Law Institute offers web-based training sessions to help you discover new resources and enhance your research with LLMC, an extensive archive of historical primary and specialized legal materials covering the U.S. federal and state governments, the British Commonwealth, other foreign countries, and various international organizations. Remote access to LLMC is included as a part of the NYLI membership and is available to all NYLI members through the NYLI.org portal.
Familiarize yourself with the LLMC research interface. Spend one hour with Anne Mostad-Jensen, Director of Collection Development and Outreach at LLMC, and learn how to take advantage of the full range of features offered to you by this service.
Learn about:

Accessing LLMC through the NYLI website
Accessing records and briefs, especially New York content
Finding treatises and nominative reporters by title
Using filters to narrow and refine searches
Printing and downloading documents

This webinar will take place Tuesday, September 16th from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST and consist of an online presentation and a telephone conference, so please ensure that you have both Internet and telephone access.
Register for this webinar.
You will receive an e-mail invitation with further details. If you have any questions or need any additional information, please contact the New York Law Institute at library@nyli.org or (212) 732-8720.
Thank you for your continuing support of the New York Law Institute!

Legal Research for Beginners Webinar
2025-09-24 14:30 - 16:00
NYLI’s Director of Innovation & Engagement, Ellyssa Valenti Kroski will be presenting the following webinar for The American Library Association with special guest NYLI’s Executive Director Lucy Curci-Gonzalez:
Learn about the process of legal research in this beginner webinar on law librarianship. This informative session will discuss where to find the law including primary sources such as constitutions, statutes, court opinions and case law, regulations, and administrative decisions as well as important secondary and scholarly sources which may be cited as persuasive authority such as treatises, law reviews, specialized periodicals, annotations, and restatements, as well as legal encyclopedias. Both free and commercial sources will be demonstrated and discussed.
Webinar participants will learn:
• How to track down a legal citation
• How to distinguish between statute and case law citations
• Where to find both Federal and State statutes
• Where to find both Federal and State court opinions
• Where to find specialized legal materials such as regulations, dockets, forms, and reporters
• How to check the validity of a case before citing it
Registration with the ALA here.

Ancient Worlds, New Tech: Bringing History to Life with AR and MR in the Library
2025-10-08 11:00 - 12:00
Bring the past into the present with immersive technology! This webinar explores how libraries can use Augmented and Mixed Reality (AR/MR) to activate cultural stories, build layered exhibits, and engage patrons of all ages. Learn how to design interactive experiences using tools like Adobe Aero, BlippAR, and ZapWorks—no coding required. We’ll spotlight successful library case studies and walk through accessible workflows to create your own programs. Featured ideas include Myth in Motion: AR Poster Series, Augment the Exhibit, Time Travelers’ Map, History on a Cube, Voices in the Stacks, and Smells of the Past. Whether you’re working with a single display or developing full immersive zones, this session will help you start small, think big, and connect your community through technology and story.
Participants will be able to:

Distinguish between AR and MR and identify key tools for each that are accessible in public and academic libraries.
Apply practical workflows to create spatial, visual, and auditory exhibit layers using beginner- and intermediate-friendly tools.
Design interactive programming that brings cultural heritage to life through multisensory experiences such as AR posters, Merge Cube artifacts, soundscapes, and tactile installations.

About the Instructor
Ellyssa Valenti Kroski is the Director of Innovation & Engagement at the New York Law Institute as well as an award-winning editor and author of 77 books. She is a librarian, an adjunct faculty member at San Jose State University, and an international conference speaker. She can be found at: https://www.amazon.com/author/ellyssa.
Registration through the Long Island Resources Council (LILRC) here.

Welcome to NYLI Services and Resources Webinar
2025-10-21 13:00 - 14:00
Event Date: October 21, 2025 · 1:00 PM
The New York Law Institute offers members a variety of resources and services including two eBooks collections providing access to over 270,000 eBook titles.
We offer the entire West Academic Nutshells series in eBook format, hundreds of ABA titles, and Mathew Bender legal treatises. We also offer access to valuable electronic resources such as Proquest Congressional, LLMC-Digital, and the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) to name a few.
Our NYLI digital initiatives and our library services can help make us your digital branch.
If you have new staff joining your library or would just like a refresher yourself on our services and resources, please join Ellyssa Valenti (Kroski), NYLI’s Director of Innovation & Engagement and Executive Director Lucy Curci-Gonzalez for this brief Welcome to NYLI webinar on all we have to offer.
This webinar will consist of an online presentation and a telephone conference, so please ensure that you have both Internet and telephone access.
You will receive an e-mail invitation with further details. If you have any questions or need any additional information, please contact the New York Law Institute at library@nyli.org or (212) 732-8720.
Thank you for your continuing support of the New York Law Institute!
Registration: Click here to register

LLMC Records & Briefs Webinar
2026-01-20 14:00 - 15:00
Webinar times are: Eastern Time
Optimize your records and briefs research with LLMC
The Library of the New York Law Institute offers web-based training sessions to help you discover new resources and enhance your research with LLMC, an extensive archive of historical primary and specialized legal materials covering the U.S. federal and state governments, the British Commonwealth, other foreign countries, and various international organizations. Remote access to LLMC is included as a part of the NYLI membership and is available to all NYLI members through the NYLI.org portal.
Familiarize yourself with the LLMC research interface. Spend one hour with Anne Mostad-Jensen, Director of Collection Development and Outreach at LLMC, and learn how to take advantage of the full range of features offered to you by this service.
Learn about:

Navigating LLMC’s interface
Coverage of the NY records and briefs collection
Searching NY records and briefs
Our New York collections that complement records and briefs

This webinar will take place Tuesday, January 20th from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST.
Register for this webinar. [registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/f9TPoYdUQxa0Ak5oYQEfcA
You will receive an e-mail invitation with further details. If you have any questions or need any additional information, please contact the New York Law Institute at library@nyli.org or (212) 732-8720.
Thank you for your continuing support of the New York Law Institute!
