OCTOBER Monthly Youth Services Meeting
Drop-In Meeting / Q and A
Friday, OCTOBER 18, 10:00 -10:40am
Help plan trainings the trainings for SRP25!
Zoom Link HERE
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YS Book Club is Back!
Next Meeting: October 22 @ 9:30am
Current Genre is Thriller/Horror!
How it works - read any youth book of your choice in the chosen genre. At the Book Club meeting, you can briefly present your book and address what type of reader you think it would work for - very low pressure!
A great way to discover new titles for your collection and for Readers' Advisory.
Zoom Link HERE
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SAVE THE DATE!
New Wellness/Patron Safety Trainings
Wed, October 9, 2024 @11:00AM MT
We often think of Domestic Violence as an Adult problem, but Teens also face the dangers of dating and relationship violence. This TEEN-tober, we invite you to attend an essential training session by the New Mexico Coalition Against Domestic Violence that will provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to better support your patrons. As library staff, you play a crucial role in creating a safe and supportive environment for your community.
During this session, we will cover the following topics:
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Domestic violence statistics: Gain insight into the prevalence and impact of domestic violence on teens and adults.
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Understanding the issue: Learn about the broad scope of domestic violence and its effects.
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Recognizing warning signs: Identify the subtle and overt signs that someone may be experiencing domestic violence.
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Bystander intervention: Learn strategies for safely and effectively intervening when you suspect someone is in danger.
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Being a trusted helper: Understand how to be seen as a safe and supportive resource for those in need. As well as how to refer survivors to local domestic violence agencies while maintaining confidentiality.
This training is not just about awareness—it’s about empowering you to be a critical resource in the fight against domestic violence. Your role in the library can make a significant difference in someone’s life. We hope you’ll join us for this important session.
Click here to register.
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Native American Heritage Month
Get ready for Native American Heritage Month in November. If you are looking to add new materials to your collection, a great place to start is Diverse Book Finder and their Collection Search tool which allows you to discover books using a very broad range of filters to highlight BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) authors and topics.
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Color Our World - SRP 2025
The CSLP Merchandise Store is OPEN, but they are still building the LSTA-Allowable page for New Mexico.
If your library qualified for a merchandise voucher, your designated contact will receive that information in the next few weeks. Manual Access information will also go directly to the designated contact as soon as it is available.
Use this easy downloadable product catalog to begin exploring the new materials.
Submit a Program Idea for SRP27 - Mysteries Await at Your Library
Submit an idea and you could win a $50 voucher to the CSLP store!
Join a CSLP Committee - ALL NM Library Staff are invited to join a CSLP committee and be a part of planning the national program. (Submit by October 15.)
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SAVE THE DATE FOR THE
CSLP SUMMER SYMPOSIUM:
Special Keynote Speaker - Mychal Threets!
Thursday, December 5th
9:00am - 2:30pm MT
(Registration Opens November 5th)
Full schedule available:
www.cslpreads.org/summer-symposium
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@ SEEN ON SOCIAL
Social Media posts are a great way to see what is happening at New Mexico's libraries!
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Booklist Reader
DYK: You can access the digital copy of Booklist Reader (and all past issues) using our NMSL subscription.
Click here for access
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THRILLER, MYSTERY & TRUE CRIME
Get in the Halloween spirit with Booklist and find out about the latest titles featuring all things eerie, heart-racing and mysterious!
Tuesday, October 22 @12noon MT
Register HERE
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Library Journal Day of Dialog: October 24, 2024, 7:00am-4:00pm MT
Sessions throughout the day
Come hear about the hottest forthcoming titles for children, tweens, and teens, from nonfiction and romance to picture books and graphic novels. You can also visit the virtual exhibit hall to network with leading publishers and download digital galleys and other free resources.
Click for full details and to register.
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Native Ways of Knowing Virtual Book Clubs and Webinars
The California Indian Education for All and the San Diego County Office of Education are hosting a free Native Ways of Knowing webinar series for K-12 educators, librarians, administrators, and tribal communities. Hear from renowned Native American and Alaska Native authors, professors, scholars, and change makers.
Events are scheduled on select Thursdays, from 2:30 - 4:00pm MT and are scheduled through June 2025.
See the entire schedule here.
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These are free workshops to train YOU on the subject matter, so you can then conduct the program at your library. For virtual programs the first 20 registrants receive mailed kits of supplies.
Upcoming Webinars:
Makey Makeys Workshop
November 13, 3-5pm @ Explora
Patterns to Virtual Thinking Workshop
December 12, 10am-12pm, virtual
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Looking Ahead: Professional Conferences
There are many general and specialized conferences for library staff. Plan ahead to attend! Remember: LSTA funds can be used to send library staff to professional conferences.
NMLA (NM Library Association) Conference - Oct 23-25, 2024, Carlsbad, NM
ATALM (Tribal Libraries, Archives and Museums)- Nov 12-14, 2024, Palm Springs, CA
ALA LibLearnX - Jan 24-27, 2025, Phoenix, AZ
Power Up! Leadership Conference for YS Managers and Staff - Feb 13-14, 2025
ALA National Conference - June 26 - July 1, 2025, Philadelphia, PA
ARSL (Rural and Small Libraries) - Sept 17-20, 2025, Albuquerque, NM
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