Settling into Fall!
Here at my office, it's all about Summer Reading 2024 - but the rest of the state is settling into Fall. We had a great (virtual) CSLP Annual Meeting in September with lots of great news and updates. We had 77 libraries complete their Summer Reading Surveys and got great feedback on programming ideas. We are putting together a training and workshop calendar that will look different this year - more program formats, more on-demand materials, and more coordination between local and national events.
I'm focused on getting ready for the NMLA conference in Albuquerque at the end of this month - I hope to see lots of you there! There are great youth-focused programs available throughout. I'm also heading to YALSA in November - if you are going as well, please let me know.
Enjoy your Fall and Halloween themed events!
-Kelly
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We recently visited Socorro Public Library and loved their Halloween themed Blind Date with a Book program. Patrons select books without being able to see the cover or title. It's a great way to get folks to try out new types of books! | |
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Monthly Youth Services Meetings
NEW TIMES! Two Options - Pick the one that works for you!
Friday, October 20 @10am Zoom Link Here
Monday, October 23 @1pm Zoom Link Here
This month's Discussion Topic - NMSL Circulating Kits
The NMSL has a new online reservation system for STEM kits, StarNet kits, Book Walks and more! At this month's meeting we'll demonstrate how to use the system, and explore the offerings. (See more about the kits below)
This is an informal meeting of YS staff from across the state. Drop in, help a colleague, or get some feedback on your own programs.
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Youth Services Quarterly Book Club
Next Discussion:
Wednesday, October 11
@ 9:00am
Zoom Link HERE
This month: Super Fake Love Song by David Yoon
Get your coffee and join us for an informal discussion about the book and it's appeal to our youth patrons. Come even if you haven't finished the book! Bring ideas of similar books to recommend.
Next Book Club:
Holiday/Winter Theme - Choose your title!
Discussion: Wednesday, December 6 @ 9:00am
For the next Book Club we will have a Genre Club - (This is a great way to host a club without having to buy multiple copies of the same book) Choose a Middle Grade or YA title within the theme to share with other attendees!
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Annular Solar Eclipse: October 14, 2023
It's not too late to celebrate at your library! (And get ready for the next eclipse in April 2024)
Start with this Eclipse LibGuide created by NMSL which brings together many resources, including our solar science circulating kits.
StarNet's SEAL (Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries) also has a website with resources - here.
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SRP2024:
Let the adventure begin!
The CSLP Store is OPEN!
https://shop.cslpreads.org/
Your SRP coordinator will be receiving information about merchandise vouchers, manual access and trainings for using the online materials.
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CSLP Summer Symposium
Thursday, December 7, 2023
This is a free, virtual event with ideas for implementing the 2024 CSLP theme Adventure Begins at Your Library. Save the date on your calendar to attend.
If you can't attend live - all sessions will be recorded and released soon after.
Full program information coming soon! Registration will open in November.
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Now Online: Reserve Circulating Kits from NMSL
The NMSL offers circulating kits and materials to public libraries within New Mexico to enhance their programming.
These include STEM to Read Kits, StarNet kits, Bilingual Book Walks and Women's History Banners.
You can now review all available materials and make reservations through an online system. Currently reservations are open through June 30, 2024. Our recently launched Delivery Service can also deliver and pick-up the items directly to your library.
Our October Youth Services meetings offer a chance to get a tutorial on the system and ask any questions. (See above). A tutorial video, descriptions, and all reservation policies can be found on our website:
nmstatelibrary.org/circulating-kits
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Online descriptions of the kits show all the included materials and explanations of all activities.
Bilingual Book Walks can be borrowed with either indoor (pictured) or outdoor display stands,
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The Early Literacy Calendar
incorporates the early literacy practices found in Every Child Ready to Read.
You can download all months in English and Spanish from the Niche Academy course - here.
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@ SEEN ON SOCIAL
From Ruidoso Public Library, Santa Fe Public Library, Octavia Fellin Public Library, and Isleta Public Library.
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Free Access to Booklist Reader from NMSL
Booklist Reader is the patron-facing version of Booklist, published by the American Library Association. You can use Booklist Reader to get reader's advisory recommendations for all ages - print and audio books.
Access the current month as well as previous issues - here.
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Building Community Relationships for Better Library Services
October 24, 2023, 1:00 - 2:00pm MT
Free, Online Webinar
Explore strategies for finding community partners and building relationships with them with the goal of truly working in collaboration with people they serve. In this session, we will explore strategies for finding community partners and building relationships with them with the goal of truly working in collaboration with people they serve. We will discuss strategies for small rural libraries up through large urban systems. You will hear from library staff who have successfully started doing this work in their own communities with partners who serve all ages. You will also learn about the importance of this work and why it needs to be supported by administrators and supervisors.
For more information and to register
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NMLA Conference - October 25-27, 2023
Of note for Youth Services:
Half-Day Afternoon Pre-Conference (Oct 25)- Using Connected Learning to Co-Create Library Learning for Youth, by Kelly McCabe and Brynn Cole
Connected Learning combines personal interests, supportive relationships, and opportunities. In this workshop, we introduce the Transforming Teen Services Connected Learning module, exploring the principles of connected learning and implementation at your library. This workshop is suitable for both new and experienced library staff looking to renew and expand teen programming.
Note: The Friday Program, including the Youth Authors Luncheon is designed for library staff serving youth who might not be able to attend the whole conference.
Full Information 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.
Water Wonders
Wednesday, October 25 @ 2pm-4pm (Virtual)
Bring your own water! We will get our hands wet as we make discoveries about water. Experiment with absorption, adhesion, and surface tension.
Full details and to register
Making - Printmaking
Saturday, October 28, 10am-12pm @ Explora (Albuquerque)
Use the Maker mindset to make your own prints! You’ll explore the unconventional possibilities using simple, common materials.
Full details and to register
Rolling, Rolling, Rolling
Thursday, November 2 @10am-12pm (Virtual)
What can you discover about how everyday shapes roll? Roll up and down and all around in this workshop.
Full details and to register
Crazy about Chromatography
Thursday, November 16 @ 2pm - 4 pm (Virtual)
Investigate colored markers, food coloring, and candy to see what unexpected colors each contains!
Full details and to register
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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.
YALSA (Young Adult Library Services) Symposium - Nov 10-13, 2023, St. Louis, MO
Public Library Association - April 3-5, 2024, Columbus, OH
ALA Annual Conference - June 27-July 2, 2024, San Diego, CA
ALSC (Assoc. Library Service to Children) - Sept 19-21, 2024, Denver, CO
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