The Summer Reading Program, designed to promote literacy and education, can be a source of stress, sometimes significant stress, for library workers. How can we ensure this program makes a meaningful impact on our communities without burning oursevles out? Join your peers on April 25th at the Mid-Hudson Library System (MHLS) Auditorium (105, Market Street, Poughkeepsie) from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm for the Rethinking Summer Reading workshop.
Presented by Millbrook Library Director, Courtney Tsahalis, this presentation will provide an overview of summer reading research and trends and help library staff re-focus on how to set kids up for future success using real-world examples. There will be a discussion session for participants following the presentation.
This event is open to all MHLS member library staff who plan, program, or promote their library’s Summer Reading Program. Registration is required.
Inspired by this topic? Take a deep dive by joining our Summer Reading Cohort! Application deadline extended.
Evaluating Our Impact: Summer Reading Program Cohort 2024-2025: The MHLS Summer Reading Program Cohort members will evaluate their library’s current Summer Reading Program (SRP) by focusing on why they hold the SRP and evaluate current practices through dollars spent, organizational goals reached, and other specific aspects chosen by participants. This program spans April 2024 to September 2025. This cohort is open to all MHLS member library staff who plan, program, or promote their library’s Summer Reading Program. Multiple staff members from an individual library are welcome to attend as a team. This cohort has a limit of 10 total libraries participating. Applications due March 29th.
Access the application and view the program requirements and timeline of events. Please note all group work sessions have been changed to online events based on input from our members.
Questions? Please contact MHLS Outreach & EDI Specialist, Kerstin Cruger.
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