Saturday, June 28, 2025

Tips and Info from DPI's June 26, 2025 Youth Services Newsletter

Jeni Schomber's DPI Youth Services Weekly Reminders and Resources is an email newsletter chockfull of great resources we've come to rely on. If you are a WI youth library staffer and you don't receive this weekly missive in your email inbox, please contact Jeni (jennifer.schomber@dpi.wi.gov) to be placed on the list! 

Here is the June 26, 2025 edition  

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Hello All,

Check out these valuable youth services resources and reminders!

WiSciFest Bioblitz

  • The 15th Annual Wisconsin Science Festival (WSF) will be held October 16-26, 2025. Again, this year, the Wisconsin Water Library at UW-Madison is assisting the WSF to support libraries' participation in the WiSciFest Bioblitz - a community science event that collects data on biodiversity in Wisconsin.  Libraries are a perfect fit for hosting a mini bioblitz and the Water Library is here to help.
  • A bioblitz gives community members the opportunity to explore and record the surrounding flora and fauna and can run for one hour, one day or for the whole run of the science festival. 
  • A free, one-hour informational webinar will be held on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 11:30. This is an opportunity to learn the basics of community science and how you might participate. The webinar is designed for both new and experienced bioblitzers. Learn more and register for the webinar. 

CSLP Newsletter

  • Check out the latest Collaborative Summer Library Program newsletter featuring a Partnership Spotlight, Library Staff Self-Care tips, Manual Highlights, and more. You may even recognize a Wisconsin public  library or two highlighted in the Color Our World video!

SLJ Picture Book Palooza

  • Thursday, July 17th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Join School Library Journal July 17th for the fifth annual SLJ Picture Book Palooza, an all-day, free virtual celebration of authors and artists from around the world, who bring picture books to life with their extraordinary art. Register for a day dedicated to their craft and hard work, with a schedule that includes keynotes, author panels, and illustrator spotlights with visionary creators.
  • Visit the exhibit hall, chat with authors and publishing teams, download digital galleys & resources, and be prepared to be inspired as you build your collection, one picture book at a time.
  • Registration and more information

Building Community Based Summers (BCBS) National Cohort

Jeni Schomber
Public Library Consultant

The DPI does not sponsor or endorse external resources or events. They are provided for your consideration only.


Contact: jeni.schomber@dpi.wi.gov

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