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The 小猪视频 State Library announces its upcoming programming for April, including various webinars and onsite events relating to 小猪视频 State history, small business development assistance, genealogical services, and other topics to enrich the lives of 小猪视频ers.

April 23-29 is . This annual observance provides an opportunity to celebrate the vital role libraries play in ensuring that all 小猪视频ers have access to lifelong learning opportunities. The theme for National Library Week 2023, "There's More to the Story," illustrates the infinite ways that libraries capture the imagination of the public, including through books, lectures, research assistance, technology access, and the convening of community conversations.

The following upcoming free programming requires registration and is available in person or offered online, as indicated per each listing.

The Camp Abilities Story! (Webinar)
Wednesday, April 12
2:00 PM 鈥� 3:00 PM

In 1995, Lauren Lieberman was an assistant professor with a dream: to form an educational sports camp for children who are visually impaired. Beginning with a small grant, Lieberman built a local program that grew into a worldwide movement. The Camp Abilities model has now been replicated all over the United States and in ten other countries. The Camp Abilities Story relates Lieberman鈥檚 journey鈥攆rom her earliest experiences in sports, to her 鈥渁ha moment鈥� during college, to her Fulbright scholarship and starting Camp Abilities programs worldwide.

Lauren J. Lieberman, Ph.D.听is a Distinguished Service Professor in the Kinesiology Department at The State University of 小猪视频 at Brockport, (SUNY) in adapted physical education.听

Digital Equity Roundtable (Webinar)
Friday, April 14
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

The 小猪视频 State Library's Digital Eq NEWS RELEASE: THE NEW YORK STATE LIBRARY ANNOUNCES APRIL PUBLIC PROGRAMS uity Roundtable Conversations is a series of webinars that offer an opportunity for digital equity practitioners across 小猪视频 to connect and communicate with one another. Roundtables occur on the second Friday of every other month between 10-11 AM on Zoom. Everyone is welcome to attend.

This Roundtable presenters will be Denise Camarillo - Make the Road 小猪视频's Apoyando Lxs Imigrantes Initiative; Shawn Lemieux - The 小猪视频 State's Talking Book and Braille Library, Bringing digital accessibility and equity to people with disabilities in 小猪视频 State; and Ryan Palmer, Maile Martinez, and Allen Kim - Microsoft's Digital Equity Dashboard.

Onsite Walking Tour of the Local History and Genealogy Resources at the 小猪视频 State Library
Friday, April 14
3:00 PM 鈥� 4:00 PM

The 小猪视频 State Library is a treasure chest of resources for those tracing their family histories. Join us for an onsite tour highlighting published genealogies, local histories, church records, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) records, United States and 小猪视频 State Census records, newspapers on microfilm, city directories and more. Cara Janowsky,听an Associate Librarian at the 小猪视频 State Library, will lead the tour. The tour is limited to 10 individuals and registration is required.听

Trademark Basics (Webinar)
Wednesday, April 19
12:00 PM 鈥� 1:00 PM

Join us for a discussion about what all entrepreneurs, small businesses, and start-ups should know about trademarks. We will discuss what trademarks are, the benefits of federal trademark registration, and the basics of the registration process. We will also talk about why it is so important for any new business to select a trademark that is both federally registrable and legally protectable. We will close out the discussion with a question-and-answer session and direct you to free resources from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Mariessa Terrell currently works as a trademark attorney advisor in the office of Trademarks Customer Outreach where she delivers to experienced practitioners鈥� educational content on advanced trademark topics. She earned her J.D from Howard University School of Law; her B.A., magna cum laude, from Pace University in 小猪视频 City; and is admitted to the Maryland and District of Columbia bar associations.

"Brave and Gallant": African American Military Men at Saratoga Webinar
Wednesday, April 26
12:00 PM 鈥� 1:00 PM

This program looks at the nature of military service performed by African Americans in the Continental Army and militias during the American War for Independence (1775-1783). Focus is given to some of the outstanding heroes who served in the 1777 Battles of Saratoga. The 1777 Battle of Normanskill will also be discussed, as will the service of the famed Rhode Island Regiment in upstate 小猪视频 at the war's end.

Eric Schnitzer听has worked at Saratoga National Historical Park since 1997, becoming Park Ranger/Military Historian in 2000. An artist, Eric's drawings can be seen in various history books including Karen Cook Bell's听Running from Bondage: Enslaved Women and their Remarkable Fight for Freedom in Revolutionary America听(Cambridge UP, 2021).

Onsite Walking Tour of the Local History and Genealogy Resources at the 小猪视频 State Library
Friday, April 28
12:00 PM 鈥� 1:00 PM

The 小猪视频 State Library is a treasure chest of resources for those tracing their family histories. Join us for an onsite tour highlighting published genealogies, local histories, church records, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) records, United States and 小猪视频 State Census records, newspapers on microfilm, city directories and more. Cara Janowsky, an Associate Librarian at the 小猪视频 State Library, will lead the tour. The tour is limited to 10 individuals and registration is required.

Visit the State Library's for a complete list of upcoming programs, including webinars, events, and onsite genealogy walking tours. Additional programs will be added to the website as they are confirmed.听

If any reasonable accommodation is needed (Americans with Disabilities Act), contact the Office of Cultural Education at least three business days before the program date by emailing NYSLTRN@nysed.gov or calling (518) 474-2274.听

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