Summer Library Program Announcements

Summer Reading 2023: Find Your Voice

Instructions for downloading the 2023 Resource Guide and Graphics from iREAD were distributed to Public Library Directors last week. If your library did not receive the instructions, please check with your library director or contact Janeé to receive instructions.  

Coming Soon! Join us virtually for two Summer Reading Program virtual workshops Thursday, December 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and Tuesday, December 13 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Check the State Library of Iowa's Continuing Education Events calendar for more information.

Summer Reading 2022 Survey

Thank You!

We collected feedback from 232 libraries for our 2022 Summer Library Program survey. The winner of the prize book giveaway is the Stanhope Public Library! We will be sending the prize books in IAShares.  

Also, Thank You to all of the libraries that sent photos of all of the fun activities last summer!

Upcoming Youth Services CE Opportunities

POP YS Live: Storytime Showcase 

Tuesday November 15, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Spruce up your storytimes with a special panel during this webinar.

Join Janeé and Youth Services Librarians from around the state for their quick takes, tips and ideas on including the Five Early Literacy Skills in your storytimes to keep things fun and fresh!

Register on IA Learns

Check It Out is Back!

Wednesday, November 30, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Join us for our webinar series spotlighting the best new books for ages 0-18. Janeé will share booktalks monthly on the latest titles. Check It Out! gives you collection development ideas and looks at trends in publishing and more!

Check Out Our Online Calendar of Events