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Check here for the current status (hours, services available, etc.) of all UHLS member libraries. Because every library is following its own local safe reopening plan and schedule, PLEASE be sure to contact your library before visiting. (updated often)

UHLS Statement Condemning Racism
and Pledge to Help Make a Difference


The Upper Hudson Library System (UHLS) unequivocally denounces racism and endorses the
statements made by the New York Library Association (NYLA) and the New York Black Librarians Caucus (NYBLC), the Black Caucus of the American Library Association (BCALA), the American Library Association (ALA), and all other library allies in their condemnation of violence and racism towards Black people and all people of color.

Acts of racism, violence, and injustice toward one another, particularly toward our communities
of color, are a stark reminder that we must all do our personal best to make our own Upper
Hudson Library System community fair, inclusive, and just. UHLS’ fundamental mission is and
has always been to help our member libraries reach their full potential in providing the most
equitable and positively impactful library service to their communities. A thriving and equitable
public library community benefits us all. To that end, we pledge our resources, creativity, and
our sustained effort to help build true racial and social justice throughout our community.

UHLS Board of Trustees and Executive Director
July 8, 2020

UHLS Information for Library Users

Please check here for regularly updated information for UHLS library users during the COVID-19 pandemic. Includes library account information and online resource lists and links.

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UHLS Information for Member Libraries

Please check here for regularly updated information for UHLS member libraries (directors and staff) during the COVID-19 pandemic. Includes a wide variety of information and links to support member library efforts and activities.

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Library Manager (full time) - Menands Public Library

The Board of Trustees of the Menands Public Library seeks an enthusiastic and community-oriented individual to serve as Library Manager to oversee the library in the Village of Menands.

The Menands Public Library is a school district public library and is a member of the Upper Hudson Library System. The Library Manager reports to a five-member board of trustees and collaborates with the library board on a variety of activities related to delivering library service to our community. The Library Manager has primary responsibility for the operation and management of the library, including but not limited to: collection development, customer service, program planning and implementation, utilization of technology to enhance library services, written monthly updates to the board, public relations and community outreach. The Library Manager supervises a small staff of up to five part-time employees.

Read the full announcement here.


Library Director, Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library, Watervliet NY

The Robert A. Fahr Watervliet Public Library is seeking an energetic and creative leader with a strong commitment to public library service for the position of Library Director to continue growth and maximize the positive impact the library has in the community.

An Association public library serving a user population of approximately 10,000, the Library is governed by a seven-member board of trustees. In 2015 the Library opened a fully renovated and expanded 3,700 sq. ft. facility that boasts a dedicated space for youth collections and services, an adult reading room, and a digital learning center. With the newly renovated facilities the library experienced a significant increase in Library circulation, visits, and program attendance. Building on this success the Library asked the Watervliet community to vote on an annual funding budget of $150,000.00 which was overwhelmingly approved.

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