Please excuse cross postings Invitation to participate in national survey about public library maker programs for youth with disabilities Are you responsible for developing and delivering makerspace or making programming and services in your library? Makerspaces are flourishing in public libraries, yet little is known about the inclusive programming being provided to library patrons, especially youth with disabilities. Makerspace programming can address inequities in underserved communities ...Continue Reading

FYI, Just forwarding the free webinar information below. ~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. [1]...@njstatelib.org" style="color: #2199e8; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-weight: normal; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0; padding: 0; text-align: left; text-decoration: none;">sraw[2]...@njstatelib.org W. [3]www.njstatelib ...Continue Reading

FYI, The Collaborative Summer Library Program’s Child & Community Well-Being Committee is collecting examples of public library programming that promotes social and emotional health. We are looking for public library programs, for any age group/audience, on any topic that supports social and emotional well-being – from self-care, to mindfulness, to community building, to giving back. Please tell us about any programs your library has offered that you’re proud of and would like to share. ...Continue Reading

FYI, School Library Journal’s 5th Annual Middle Grade Magic Virtual Event, Thursday, March 9, 2023 Join School Library Journal for their fifth annual Middle Grade Magic virtual event, a day-long celebration of authors and creators dedicated to crafting literature for children ages eight through 12. Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at some of the most anticipated new titles for kids and tweens, from modern coming-of-age tales to eye-popping graphic novels to immersive fantasy. Attendees wi ...Continue Reading

FYI, Sister Libraries Webinar registration is now open! IFLA Libraries for Children and Young Adults section Sister Libraries is a programme of the IFLA Libraries for Children and Young Adults Section which unites libraries working with and for children and young users and helps them building partnerships, exchanging views and experiences, collaborating and developing joint initiatives for children's and YA's reading. On February 9, 2023 at 12:00 PM – 14:00 PM CET (UTC +1) the Sister Lib ...Continue Reading

Please excuse cross postings FYI, I’m sharing this opportunity for teens to apply for FEMA’s Leaders for Youth Preparedness Council. See information below and attached. Thanks. ~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. [1]...@njstatelib.org" style="color: #2199e8; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-weight: normal; line-height: ...Continue Reading

FYI, FREE WEBINAR Growing a Healthy Library Culture Wednesday, February 22 at noon (central) Click here to register: [1] events.zoom.us/ev/... In 2022, recent library science graduates looking for jobs ranked a positive, healthy workplace culture as being an even more important attribute than salary. If you haven't looked at your organizational culture recently, it may be time for a refresh. This session will look at what culture is, how to get staff involved in creating or revisin ...Continue Reading

Please excuse cross postings Hi, Everyone, It’s that time of year when I ask you in public libraries for your creative suggestions for the Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP)’s Slogan for the 2026 program (theme is Dinosaurs and the artist is Kaylani Juanita) and 2027 Theme. Examples of Kaylani’s artwork: [IMAGE] [IMAGE] Slogans are short, catchy phrases like “Oceans of Possibilities” for the ocean theme this past summer. The themes are broader categories for all ages, like Spac ...Continue Reading

Please excuse cross postings FYI, The American Library Association (ALA) Public Programs Office is seeking library workers to serve as peer reviewers for applications for [1]Great Stories Club: “Deeper Than Our Skins” and “Finding Your Voice” series grants. Applications are due by Wednesday, February 15, 2023. About the Great Stories Club The ALA Great Stories Club is a thematic reading and discussion program that engages teens who are facing difficult challenges through literature-b ...Continue Reading

Hello! I just wanted to share this open position at the Cumberland County Library. Please see below. Librarian 1 (Youth Services) Cumberland County Library Starting salary: $42,000 - $46,000 The Cumberland County Library seeks an enthusiastic, team-oriented Youth Services Librarian with a strong public service commitment to join its growing Youth Services Team. The ideal candidate will have strong technology, communication and reader’s advisory skills. The individual will demonstrate ...Continue Reading