FYI, 2022 Summer Reading Program Survey Open Attention all public library staff who played an active role in administering 2022 summer library programming! Please fill out the Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) summer reading survey. [1]Click Here to Access the Survey. This survey was created so CSLP can better assess the usefulness of the materials offered by the program on a national level to better serve you, the CSLP membership! Please wait until your summer program has ...Continue Reading

Hi, Everyone, I’m sharing this information that Mary Moyer, the NJ Association of School Librarians (NJASL) Legislative Consultant, shared on the NJASL member discussion list because I think you should be aware of this as well. The issues that some schools are dealing with may impact your community and your library too, particularly book challenges. Mary posted that: November seems far away but many, many school districts will be holding school board elections in November. Normally, those r ...Continue Reading

FYI, Just passing along information from [1]Miss Jolie, NJ based children's music & bubble entertainer. Miss Jolie has provided me with this information: For the "Move & Groove" + Bubbly Beats program, I offer additional themes you can choose from, OR we can stick with a simple/general "Move & Groove with Miss Jolie!". A few other fun options: Fall FUN (September theme), Monster Mash (October/Halloween theme), Gobble & Groove (November theme), MERRY Mo ...Continue Reading

Lora F. Heller (she/her), MS, LCAT, MT-BC Founding Director, Baby Fingers LLC[1][2]www.mybabyfingers.com212-874-5978Baby Fingers: A Musical Journey through Language and Learning I have a contact that is wonderful to work with! Not only does she teach but you can find more about her on FB or check out her books on this topic. You might want to add her materials to your collection! Jenise Sileo -Youth Services Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library SystemMain Library449 Halsey RoadParsippany, NJ 07 ...Continue Reading

Hi, everyone, We have had a few requests from families in our community about offering ASL storytime sessions for little ones. I am in the process of contacting a few recommended interpreters; however, I was wondering if anyone knew anyone who would be interested. I did reach out to Happy Hands; however, we are a little too far for them to travel to us. Feel free to reach back directly to me at [1]...@scotlib.org" style="color: #2199e8; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; ...Continue Reading

Please excuse cross postings FYI, Hello, Everyone, Just a reminder that the “National Student Poets-Young Adult staff" meet-up is today from 2:00 – 3:00 pm. You have the opportunity to meet with the National Student Poets and brainstorm with them a possible virtual program to bring to your teens in the near future. "Youth Services Special Meet & Greet with Class of 2021 - National Student Poets" Monday, July 25, 2:00-3:00 pm EST Join Zoom Meeting [1]https://ma ...Continue Reading

Please excuse cross postings FYI, Making neighborhood GAMES and outdoor STORIES with community history, monuments, and art [1]Open call: more than 20 public libraries will be selected starting August 15 to “engage beyond our walls.” Each library will receive modest funding, live workshops with experienced game designers, and support to launch public events. There is a growing need for digital media in public space – and “low-tech” for everyone. By joining this program, libraries can b ...Continue Reading

Please excuse cross postings Hi, Everyone, It’s that time of the summer when I, as the State Representative, ask for those of you working in public libraries to complete the summer reading survey created by the Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP). This survey was created so CSLP can better assess the usefulness of the materials offered by the program on a national level to better serve you, the CSLP membership! Here is the link to the survey: [1]https://forms.gle/Bg2izw8TrS99swn68 ...Continue Reading

Please excuse cross postings FYI, Please share this job opening with your colleagues. [1]Emerging Technologies/Teen Position, Library of the Chathams Library of the Chathams Position Description Emerging Technologies/Teen Position – Fulltime Librarian – Library Intern – Library Associate Requires three (3) years of experience working for and with Young Adults and emerging technologies, project management skills and a great imagination. Full position description at [2]https: ...Continue Reading

FYI, Please join us July 21st at 2 p.m. ET for a free Graphic Novels and Comics Round Table x Booklist webinar - [1] Register now Be Prepared! The Graphic Novels and Comics Round Table (NCRT) Guide to Addressing Comic Book Bans, Censorship, and Challenges In the last few years schools and libraries have experienced some of the highest number of bans to comics since the 1950s. To meet this challenge, GNCRT's newest committee has created a [2] Toolkit on Preparing For & Addressin ...Continue Reading