Summer Reading: CSLP News & Resources for Librarians and Library Staff

 CSLP Semiquincentennial Survey

Get ready to be part of something really special! In 2026, the United States will be celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and CSLP is super excited to help libraries across the country join in the festivities.

They need your input! By taking a few minutes to complete their brief Semiquincentennial survey, you can let CSLP know how they can best support your community during this historic event. Your ideas will help ensure this celebration is truly memorable for your library and patrons. Share your thoughts today on how CSLP can help make this anniversary a highlight for your community. Let's work together to create a celebration that will be talked about for years to come! 🎉

Thanks so much for being a part of this exciting initiative!

CSLP is Bringing New Programming Opportunities to your Library's Community!

Hello everyone,

The CSLP is excited to announce our new partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium (LSC) to offer your users free access to online author talks in July. Each talk will feature a K-12 author and last approximately 30 to 45 minutes. Here are the details for next month's scheduled talks:

• A visit to Deckawoo Drive with Mercy Watson and Kate DiCamillo (PreK-2nd Grade). In this author talk Kate DiCamillo will discuss her beloved Mercy Watson series (30 minutes) Tuesday July 9th @ 2:00PM

• Graphic Novels are Life! Telling Your Own Story in a Graphic Novel with Dan Santat (5th-8th grade). In this author talk, Dan Santat will share insights from his graphic memoir, A First Time for Everything (45 minutes). Tuesday, July 30th @ 2:00PM

To register for either of these exciting virtual talks, follow the link in the June newsletter for CSLP this month.

If you are interested in learning more about the Library Speakers Consortium and their upcoming events, please visit their homepage.

Can't make a talk? CSLP has you covered! If you miss one of the scheduled times for an Author talk, you can still view the recording of the event at the Past Event Recordings Page for the Author Talks.

Reminder: Members Meeting for CSLP Scheduled to be Held in Denver, Colorado this August!

The Annual Members Meeting for the Collaborative Summer Reading Program conference, a crucial event for our community, is scheduled from August 27 to 30, 2024, in Denver, Colorado. This meeting will delve into several important topics related to SLP, including updates on the upcoming CSLP manual release date, the Summer Symposium, and valuable information on how we can best serve our public libraries as state representatives. Don't forget to visit the CSLP Annual Member's page to stay updated on the 2024 meeting and to review the meeting minutes for previous years.

Join a CSLP Committee to Help Make Summer Reading Better Every Year!

Are you brimming with innovative ideas for enhancing the Collaborative Summer Reading Program? Your voice can make a significant difference! We invite you to consider joining a committee and actively participate in our program's growth. CSLP committee members are selected in August. We encourage interested candidates to review the various committees and their purpose or function to decide where they can contribute best, igniting their passion for making a positive impact.

Do you want access to the latest information related to CSLP? Be sure to click this link to catch up on their new products, partners, upcoming events, and other monthly summer reading resources and updates!

Recording Released for Adventures in Summer Marketing Webinar

The Library of Michigan organized an informative webinar that was aimed at providing a comprehensive guide on developing marketing techniques that are best suited for your style of summer library programming. During the webinar, the experienced panelists introduced innovative promotional tools that have been created by the CSLP. These tools help libraries to attract and engage a wider audience. Whether you missed the webinar or want to revisit the valuable insights shared during the session, you can now access the recording of the session and the slides through the provided link.

Summer Reading Programing Events in Michigan Libraries!

Hey there! Check out the amazing day former librarian and current State Representative Cathy Lancaster had with her niece and her best friend as they explored the Summer Reading kickoff at the libraries in Michigan. Some of the highlights of their day included enjoying a root beer float, going on a StoryWalk and, visiting some of the local llamas. Cathy encourages all librarians and library staff to take a moment to celebrate their hard work. She found inspiration during her summers as a librarian by visiting the CSLP Programming Group page to see what public libraries were doing nationwide! Want to read the complete article about the trio's adventure in Michigan? Just follow this link!

Smokey Bear is the 2024 Summer Reading Champion

This year, the CSLP has selected Smokey Bear as the summer reading champion! Click on the link below to watch Smokey's message for all summer readers. Don't forget to explore the forest adventure reads from Smokey's Summer Reading List. Some of these exciting titles available in the GoWyld Network can be found in the list below.

Introducing the New CSLP Partnership: Your K-12 Library Users Can Now Enjoy Reading with Jenna by following her 2024 Summer Reading List!

Last year's 2023 Summer Reading Champion Jenna Bush Hager has joined with CSLP to create adventure worthy summer reading list for the children and youth who visit your libraries. You can find the links to many of these titles currently available in the GOWyld network in the list below!

Children

Tweens/Middle Grade

Young Adults/Teens