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Seed Swap Resources

January 8th 2025

FYI,   Saw this from the Seed Library Network with some helpful free resources for starting and maintaining a community seed library, as well as information about Seed swap Day. I thought I would pass it along in case some of you have seed libraries.   *Seed Swap Resources* The Seed Library Network has created free resources to help you organize a successful seed swap. Visit *SeedLibraryNetwork.org/seed-swaps* for the following key tools: *How to Organize a Seed Swap*: A step-by-step guide to help you plan ...Continue Reading

2025 Summer Reading Workshops – SAVE THE DATES - Registration Opens Jan. 21st

January 7th 2025

Please excuse cross postings   FYI,   *_Public Library Summer Reading Workshops - Registration Opens January 21, 2025_* The Statewide Summer Reading Committee has scheduled the dates for the 2025 Summer Reading Workshops for public library staff, two of which will be in person and one will be a virtual craft/activity session where all committee members and participants are invited to share ideas.   The in-person workshops will start at 10 am, with registration at 9:30 am. The virtual session will start a ...Continue Reading

Color Our World with Citizen Science: From Space to Sea Webinar Feb. 4, 2025

January 7th 2025

Please excise cross postings   FYI,   Color Our World with Citizen Science: From Space to Sea*February 4, 2025 at 3:00 pm EST/Noon PST* (CSLP) Join SciStarter, STAR Net, and the Collaborative Summer Reading Program (CSLP) for an engaging webinar that explores how libraries can bring the 2024 Summer Reading Theme, Color Our World, to life through Citizen Science. Discover hands-on STEM activities for all ages, from exploring the wonders of space to uncovering the mysteries of the deep sea. Learn how these act ...Continue Reading

CSLP Theme and Slogan Suggestion Time!

January 6th 2025

Please excuse cross postings   Hello, Public Library Youth Services and Reference Staff,   Each year CSLP seeks feedback from participating public library staff for future summer slogan and theme suggestions for the summer reading programs for children, teens and adults. Public libraries from across the U.S. also contribute, and together, we come to consensus. Now is your time to be heard! Please complete this brief survey: https://shorturl.at/vQZsE to suggest a slogan for the 2028 theme of Mythical Creatur ...Continue Reading

Color Our World with Citizen Science: From Space to Sea Webinar Feb. 4, 2025

December 12th 2024

Please excuse cross postings   FYI,   Color Our World with Citizen Science: From Space to Sea*February 4, 20253:00 pm EST/Noon PST *Join SciStarter, STAR Net, and the Collaborative Summer Reading Program for an engaging webinar that explores how libraries can bring the 2024 Summer Reading Theme, Color Our World, to life through Citizen Science. Discover hands-on STEM activities for all ages, from exploring the wonders of space to uncovering the mysteries of the deep sea. Learn how these activities align with ...Continue Reading

YALSA's Morris & Excellence in NF finalists list released

December 10th 2024

FYI,   If you love lists of best books as much as I do, you might be interested to know that YALSA released the lists of finalists for the Morris and Excellence in Nonfiction awards and NCTE announced the winners of the Orbis Pictus and Charlotte Huck awards yesterday.   ~Sharon     All the best, *Sharon Rawlins, MLS (she/her/hers)*/Youth Services Specialist/ /Library Development Bureau/*New Jersey State Library* *P.*  609-278-2640 x116    *E.*  sraw...@njstat ...Continue Reading

Updated Babies Need Words Every Day Booklist

December 6th 2024

Please excuse cross postings   FYI,   ALSC's Early Childhood Programs & Services Committee is excited to announce an updated version of /ALSC's /*Babies Need Words Every Day booklist!*  This *FREE *resource provides libraries' youngest patrons and their caregivers with age-appropriate books to build literacy skills and introduce topics including daily life, math, bodies, and family. You can find a printable 2-page PDF of the booklist here, which we encourage you to share with your ...Continue Reading

RLN E-Summit Opportunity!

November 26th 2024

FYI,   I’m passing this along for informational purposes from my colleagues in Delaware ~ Sharon * * *2024 Rural Library Network eSummit* *_Registration is open_**…*   Partners for Rural Impact’s *2024 Rural Library Network eSummit scheduled for December 4th at 12-5:30pm ET*. The purpose of the Rural Library Network eSummit is to celebrate the work by rural libraries in the community, connect and convene rural library professionals committed to moving outcomes for rural children and families, provid ...Continue Reading

Interested in "Bridging Divides" at Your Library? Professional Development Opportunities from StoryCorps

November 25th 2024

FYI,   Just passing this along for informational purposes only ~ Sharon   Hello, everyone,   Are you a librarian interested in connecting your community across differences, but would feel more confident with additional training, resources, and support?  *Applications are now open to join a year-long (2025) community of practice hosted by StoryCorps.* Find all of the details and apply here by *December 18.  *   *WHAT IS THIS?* Through a grant from the Institute of Museum and Libr ...Continue Reading

ALSC-Candlewick Light the Way Grant Opportunity

November 21st 2024

Please excuse cross postings   FYI,   Just passing this along for informational purposes. ~Sharon   ALSC/Candlewick Press "Light the Way" Grant   The ALSC/Candlewick Press "Light the Way" Grant is accepting applications through December 16.   Sponsored by Candlewick Press, the award honors author Kate DiCamillo and the themes represented in her books. The award consists of a $3,000 grant to assist a library in conducting exemplary and replicable outreach to underserved ...Continue Reading
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