LLNJ Updates, Recaps, & Public Notices

The LibraryLinkNJ Executive Board will conduct a formal meeting at 3:00 PM local time at the dates and locations set forth below. The public is welcome at all meetings of the Executive Board. In the event of changes to the meeting schedule or location, every effort will be made to provide adequate notice. The Executive Board will fully comply with the Open Public Meetings Act.

Through September 30, 2026, LibraryLinkNJ members are eligible for a 10% customer discount on any of the AWE Learning Stations along with an additional $25 off per unit.  New Customers will receive $150 off the purchase of an AWE Learning Station. A customer that has an out of warranty unit will receive $75 off purchase of an AWE Learning Station as a trade-in/loyalty credit. A time sensitive additional special “America 250 Celebration” discount is $250 off any workstations with multiple content modules configured on them at the time of purchase of a new unit.

What do you have to share about library collections? Whether it's a how-to on starting a successful library-of-things, a deep-dive into the world of e-material budgets, or a presentation of your research into inclusive print collections - there just may be a spot for you as a presenter at our fall virtual conference!

Work Wise Labs is a professional development company that specializes in supporting new and newish leaders as they take on the real work of managing people. That means having the conversations most leaders try to avoid, especially the feedback conversation. This course gives you a clear, practical method for handling it with confidence.

Library Chef introduces a new family engagement program tied to America’s 250th Anniversary called the Junior Chef Kitchen Passport. This is a fully done-for-you program for ages 5+ where kids pick up a collector’s edition passport at the library, complete fun challenges at home, then return for sticker stamps, prizes, and certificates.

LibraryLinkNJ’s 2026 AI Ambassadors training concluded following a four-part program series designed to help New Jersey library professionals better understand artificial intelligence and lead informed conversations in their communities. Across the spring series, participants moved from foundational concepts to hands-on tool exploration and active discussions centered on effective library applications.