Register for WAPL!

You’re invited to join us at the Wisconsin Association of Public Libraries (WAPL) Annual Conference at the Osthoff Resort from April 27 - April 29, 2026! This year’s conference theme is "Library As A Test Kitchen". Registration is now open - be sure to sign up by March 23 to take advantage of early bird rates! This year's conference features: Choose from 36 dynamic breakout sessions! Featuring a networking reception with hors d' oeuvres and a cash bar, Pizza Making Cooking Class, At the Movies with Librarians*, and Friday Afternoon Tea and Library Tour at the Elkhart Lake Civic Center. Opportunities to network with your library colleagues. Expert keynote speakers including past WLA President Kris Turner, Bobbi Newman, Debby Waldman and Lindsay Starck. Invest in your professional development and bring valuable information back to your library. To learn more and register, visit the conference webpage.  *WLA would like to thank the sponsor for the At the Movies with Librarians Session!

                    

WAPL needs you!!

Plans are underway for the 2026 WAPL Conference taking place April 27-29, at the Osthoff Resort in Elkhart Lake, WI.  

Hosted by the Wisconsin Association of Public Libraries (WAPL), a division of the Wisconsin Library Association, this annual event brings together members of the public library community to share big ideas and learn from each other through interactive breakout sessions and special events.

Submit a Breakout Session Proposal

The application for submitting proposals for breakout sessions is now open, and your expertise is needed to make WAPL 2026 the best conference ever!

The conference theme is Library as Test Kitchen. This means:

• Positioning Wisconsin’s public libraries as leaders in the field by showcasing innovative services and programs that can be scaled to libraries of all sizes.

• Using creativity and persistence to fuel positive momentum for ourselves, our staff, our services, and our communities.

• Identifying ways to overcome the many different challenges faced by public libraries.

While this is a very broad theme, proposals are not required to fit within it.  Innovative proposals on a wide variety of topics are encouraged!

Submit your proposal below or by clicking HERE. 

Proposals accepted until  midnight Friday, January 30, 2026.

WAPL welcomes proposals from libraries of all sizes and from individuals who work in a variety of roles - from front line staff to technical services to programming and more.  As well as proposals from vendors, consultants, trustees, friends, and other library partners.   

Questions? Please contact the WLA Office at wla@wisconsinlibraries.org or WAPL Conference Chair Roxanne Staveness at director@riolibrary.org

Tips and Info from DPI's April 25 , 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 April 25, 2025 edition.  

View as a webpage  /  Share     Hello All,  Foundations of Wisconsin Librarianship Workshop Registration is now open for the Foundations of Wisconsin Librarianship: Essential Skills for Library Media Specialists and Public Library Staff Serving Youth workshop.  This workshop is specifically structured to be most beneficial to public library staff who are new (three years or less) to serving youth in Wisconsin libraries and will provide an introduction to essential skills, resources, and strategies for working in public libraries. The three-day in-person workshop will be held at Hotel Mead, in Wisconsin Rapids from 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday July 29 through 2:00 p.m. on Thursday July 31, 2025. There is no cost to attend and most meals will be provided. Attendees, or their library, will be responsible for mileage, two nights lodging, and one evening meal. Registration closes Monday May 12, 2025. Wisconsin Science Festival Event Hosting Registration is now open for the 15th Annual Wisconsin Science Festival taking place October 16th-26th, 2025.  Join hundreds of organizers who hold events of every shape and size around Wisconsin to connect people of all ages with science, technology, engineering, art and math. In 2024, more than 46,000 people participated in events throughout 52 counties in Wisconsin. DPI at WAPL 2025 Conference Join the DPI Library Services Team April 30 - May 2, 2025 at the Wisconsin Library Association of Public Libraries Annual Conference.  Have a great weekend! Jeni Schomber Public Library Consultant Contact: jeni.schomber@dpi.wi.gov

 

Cool Youth Content at WAPL Conference

Great keynotes; fun special events (an opening evening buffet, a night at the movies, reception at the Oshkosh library) are just a few treats at the WAPl spring conference. 

But there is also incredible content - especially for youth-serving library staff. Check out the youth oriented sessions below and then get in on early bird registration that's open until 4/4/25). Registration costs include breakfasts and lunches!

Wednesday, Apr 30 

5:00-7:00pm 
South of the Border Buffet (included in your registration)

Catch up with your colleagues, make new friends, and create new connections in a relaxed setting. Enjoy a "South of the Border" buffet and a cash bar. Pre-registration is required.

Thursday, May 1

10 am

Opening Keynote - Loida Garcia-Febo

10:30-11:30 am

Book Talk 101 Engage, Excite & Empower Readers

As a librarian, you already understand stories—now it's time to share that magic! Learn to create quick, compelling, and irresistible book talks that captivate your audience in under a minute. Whether or not you've read the book, you'll learn the skills to confidently present a title and make it come alive. Then, explore how to turn book talking into a powerful tool for building strong, lifelong readers within your community, with a focus on outreach to schools. Walk away with practical tips, strategies, and a new enthusiasm for connecting readers with the stories they’ll love! Terry Ehle

Forward Together: Building Bridges to Serve Hispanic/Latine Communities Through Creative Partnerships

Discover how the Chilton Public Library partnered with a local non-profit and church to create innovative programs and services for the Hispanic/Latine community. This session will explore the collaborative process, including overcoming challenges, aligning goals, and securing grant funding. Learn about bilingual programming, cultural celebrations, and family literacy initiatives that enhanced community engagement and equity. Attendees will leave with practical strategies and inspiration to build impactful partnerships in their own communities, regardless of library size. This session demonstrates how creativity, persistence, and collaboration can help libraries move Forward! to better serve diverse populations and overcome outreach challenges. Rebbecca Barry, Maria Mason

You've Gotta Break a Few Eggs: The Case for Making a Mess
Toys left out all the time, an unstaffed art room, splatter painting indoors, a sand table out on the floor for an entire month...and much more. These things really happen in the Youth & Family Services department at the Kenosha Public Library! Join the presenters to learn how making a mess can benefit patrons, why they embrace it, and how they manage it. You'll also get a ton of fun programming ideas that range from slightly untidy to totally catastrophic! Heather Thompson, Shawn Wolf

12:00-1:00 pm

Luncheon Keynote - Marcia Bjornerud (included in your registration)

1:15-2:15pm

Community Engagement: Taking YOUR Library Beyond Its Walls
Libraries play a vital role in every community, but waiting for people to discover us isn’t enough—we need to meet them where they are. Community engagement is about fostering connections, building trust, and becoming a visible presence in the lives of those we serve.m This session highlights the significance of community engagement in a library’s success, offering actionable ideas for connecting with your community, real-world examples of triumphs and challenges, and practical tips to enhance your library’s impact and involvement. Attendees are encouraged to share experiences, ask questions, and engage in collaborative discussion. Alex Coggeshell, Susie Menk

Equipping Families to Support Learning

Parents are children’s first educator! Libraries are ideal partners to equip families in guiding early learning. Parents will benefit when they are provided with encouragement, knowledge, skills, awareness, and resources that empower their engagement. Library programing that embraces young learners also needs to empower those that are the dominant influencers in the lives of children--be that family members, babysitters/caregivers, or educators. It takes community collaboration for all youngsters to be school ready! Bev Schumaker

2:30-3:30pm

Screen Smarts

This session explores effective ways to integrate PBS KIDS digital media into library programming to engage families and young learners. Participants will learn practical strategies for incorporating culturally responsive and developmentally appropriate media into storytimes, STEM activities, and family engagement events. The session also provides tools for navigating conversations about screen time, empowering caregivers to balance digital and real-world experiences with confidence and compassion. Attendees will leave with actionable ideas to enrich their programs and foster meaningful, screen-smart learning experiences for all. Mouna Algahaithi

4:00-5:00pm

At the Movies with Librarians

6:00-8:00pm

Networking Reception - Oshkosh Public Library ($20 -preregistration is required)

Friday, May 2

7:30-8:30

Native American Cultural Awareness of WI Tribal Communities (breakfast)

8:45-9:45 am

Creating Interactive Audio Experiences for Young Library Patrons

Engage young patrons with interactive audio devices like Tonieboxes, Yoto Players, and Wonderbooks. This workshop provides practical strategies for selecting, cataloging, and promoting these tools to enhance accessibility and engagement. Learn how to set up devices for library use, package them for circulation, and create effective displays. Gain insights on managing replacement fees and tips to streamline set up process. Walk away with actionable ideas to make these devices a hit in your library. Anna Dinkel, Teresa Douglas, Becca Feirer, Emily Vincent

Sustainably Grow Your Summer Library Program
Looking for ways to keep your Summer Library Program (SLP) energized and transformative? This session will inspire you with tips and strategies to align your programming with ALA’s sustainability values. Bring environmentally sound, economically feasible, and socially equitable practice to your library through hands on program and policy fun! Through the exploration of arts and science activities, community collaborations, summer self care, and more, learn how a sustainability mindset and your community's unique characteristics can transform your SLP and nurture community resilience. You'll leave with creative ideas of ways to strengthen summer engagement and lead your library to a more just and sustainable future. Dawn Tevis

Improving Accessibility @ Community Events

Libraries play a vital role in community engagement- ensuring community events are accessible to people with disabilities is critical. In this session, you’ll learn best practices for planning inclusive events that meet the needs of all participants, how to advocate for accessibility, and what to do when a new need arises. Attendees will explore strategies to find community partners to aid in your inclusive efforts and discuss common challenges in creating truly welcoming spaces. The presenter will share accessible event planning guides will be shared to help you apply these strategies effectively. Join us to ensure your library’s community events are both welcoming and accessible to everyone. Chelsey Myhre Foster

Reflecting on WI Public Library Standards: Reimagining a Stronger Future Together

How do you assess library services in your community? Last revised in 2018, the Wisconsin Public Library Standards remain a useful tool for library planning and reflection. Yet we know that dramatic changes to how libraries serve their communities are driving a need for new conversations about how we demonstrate the value of our work and plan for the future. Join Wisconsin Library Services Team staff in an interactive discussion about the current standards, what’s missing from them, and how they should address youth and inclusive services. Let’s talk about how future revisions can help move our libraries forward! Jeni Schomber, Teresa Schmidt

10:00 -11:00am

Global Tales & Local Hearts: How Libraries Can Help Raise Multicultural Kids

Join bestselling author Ajanta for a dynamic workshop empowering children’s librarians to create inclusive library spaces. Explore strategies for selecting diverse stories, and integrating multicultural books, activities, and digital resources. Engage in interactive discussions and hands-on activities to make diversity a joyful part of learning. Discover practical ways to transform your library into a vibrant hub where every child feels seen and valued. Walk away with tools to create welcoming, culturally rich environments that inspire young readers. Come ready to transform your library where every child can see themselves reflected in the stories they hear and the faces they meet. Ajanta Chakraborty

The Library as Time Machine: Using Historical Fiction to Build Community, Inspire Readers, and Make History Come Alive
The presenter will explore how libraries can use historical fiction to engage communities, foster intergenerational learning, and build partnerships. Attendees will gain practical strategies for implementing history-themed programs, hosting immersive events, and using storytelling to inspire lifelong learning. This session will provide actionable tools to help libraries connect readers with history in creative ways while strengthening their role as community hubs. Presenter Eileen Schnabel is author of the Kep Westguard historical fiction series.

11:15-12:15pm

Badgerlink Resouces for Youth Services
BadgerLink is Wisconsin's Online Library, providing a foundational collection serving all Wisconsin residents, including Wisconsin's librarians and staff that work with youth. Join this discussion highlighting the resources available in the BadgerLink collection that apply specifically to development of youth programming and collections for young readers, as well as professional learning content to keep you up to date with the latest research in the field of youth services. Jen Champoux

12:30-1:30pm

Closing Luncheon Keynote Tomas Lipinski

You can check the full schedule and other conference details here.

WAPL 2025 - Call for Proposals

Image by Mohamed Hassan from Pixabay

Have you ever been at a conference and thought, "I wish there were more programs on some aspect of youth services that pertained to my size library."  Well, here is a great chance to create that program and pitch it to the conference committee. You can put together a panel of colleagues or invite a partner to present with you or go solo. There are so many great ideas in children's and teen services I see out in Wisco libraryland. You can do it!!! 

Read on! 

Plans are underway for the 2025 WAPL Conference taking place April 30 - May 2, 2025, at the Oshkosh Marriott Waterfront Hotel & Convention Center in Oshkosh, WI.  Hosted by the Wisconsin Association of Public Libraries (WAPL), a division of the Wisconsin Library Association, this annual event brings together members of the public library community to share big ideas and learn from each other through interactive breakout sessions and special events.  Watch the conference webpage for updates!   Submit a Breakout Session Proposal The application for submitting proposals for breakout sessions is now open, and your expertise is needed to make WAPL 2025 the best conference ever!   Our conference theme is also our state motto: Forward!  This means: Positioning Wisconsin’s public libraries as leaders in the field by showcasing innovative services and programs that can be scaled to libraries of all sizes. Using creativity and persistence to fuel positive momentum for ourselves, our staff, our services, and our communities. Identifying ways to overcome the many different challenges faced by public libraries. While this is a very broad theme, proposals are not required to fit within it.  We encourage innovative proposals on a wide variety of topics.  Learn more.   We welcome proposals from libraries of all sizes and from individuals who work in a variety of roles - from front line staff to technical services to programming and more.  We also welcome proposals from vendors, consultants, trustees, friends, and other library partners.     We will accept session proposals through midnight Friday, January 24, 2025.  Learn more and submit a proposal.    Questions? Please contact the WLA Office at wla@wisconsinlibraries.org or WAPL Conference Chair Heather Thompson at hthompson@mykpl.info.

What's Up at WAPL for Youth Folks?

The annual WI Association of Public Librarians (WAPL) conference is scheduled May 1-3 at the Stevens Point Conference Center. There are some great programs for youth staff and, of course, chances to mingle and talk with colleagues throughout the conference.

Early bird registration ends this Friday (3/29) , and online registration ends April 12. Don't delay, register today!

There are authors galore doing keynotes and luncheon speaking.

There are lots of sessions to help you in your work listed on the schedule from community reads, management know-how; reflecting on our work; using Instagram Reels for your marketing; public generated art at the library; preparing for book challenges; doing big things in a small community; leadership tips; gaming; doing more with less; diversifying your children's collection; programs for families experiencing homelessness; behavior policies; 
https://www.wisconsinlibraries.org/wapl-conference-2024

Check out these youth oriented sessions and events too!

THURSDAY, MAY 2

What is Science-Based Reading and Why Should Wisconsin Public Libraries Care?
    10:30-11:30 am
In July 2023, Wisconsin Legislature enacted Act 20, a bill relating to reading instruction in public and private schools. What does this mean for public library staff serving youth and their families? Through intentionality in programming, such as story times, and in curating well-rounded collections, public libraries are already providing opportunities to meaningfully support the goals of Act 20. This session will provide both an overview of Act 20, including the definition of science-based early reading, and practical tips for supporting children and their families as literacy partners, as well as highlighting the ways in which libraries continue to empower youth and families as they embrace the joy of reading through choice and access. Speakers: Jeni Schomber, Stacy Gray

Knowledge is Power: Great Lakes Literacy through Reading
    10:30-11:30 am
Just 3% of the water on earth is freshwater and 20% of that is in our Great Lakes. And water is life. Unfortunately, there is a huge knowledge gap about the wonders of this precious resource and the challenges it faces. And it’s hard to care about something you know nothing about. The statewide 2024 Great Lakes, Great Read community read program is designed to close that knowledge gap. This session will introduce you to this jewel of a resource and inspire you (and your library community) to the stewards of our Great Lakes – through reading!! Speaker: Anne Moser

Power to Public Media: Using PBS Resources in Your Library
    1:15-2:15 pm
The power of public media is that it has been a catalyst for helping children learn key early learning skills like math, science, and reading, right from their homes. Libraries can leverage these research-based, high quality, free resources to create dynamic learning experiences rooted in play. Dive into this engaging session to discover the transformative power of PBS and how easily you can integrate PBS Kids content into your learning space. PBS Wisconsin Education library ambassadors, coming from rural and urban libraries, bring their expertise offering practical insights and a treasure trove of ready-to-use resources to elevate your library programming. Speakers: Jamie Mercer, Kristen Caldwell, Samantha Schoville

The Personal Toll of Book Challenges: Making Peace and Caring for Yourself
    1:15-2:15pm
Book challenges in school and public libraries reached a record high in 2023, according to data released by the American Library Association. Much has been shared about what librarians need to know when dealing with challenges to their library collections and threats to their professionalism. What is less often talked about is the personal toll this takes on public librarians, including additional stress and altering curation practices, resulting in soft censorship. Join Sara Gold and Monica Treptow for a discussion on strategies for self-care during and after a challenge experience. In addition to learning how to create a circle of support, the session will address how to navigate the dynamics between personal feelings and professional responsibilities of education and librarianship. Speakers: Sara Gold, Monica Treptow

Building Strong Families and Thriving Communities through Family Support
    2:30-3:30 pm
A two-for-one session! Expand your knowledge of both Help Me Grow and the Triple P - Positive Parenting Program®. Every parent needs information and support at some point along their parenting journey. Learn how both free resources can benefit the families in your community. Help Me Grow's goal is to ensure equitable access to services for all families and presenters will focus on care coordination and collaborating with community resources. The Triple P Program gives parents simple and practical strategies to help them build strong, healthy relationships and confidently manage their children’s behavior. Thriving communities begin with thriving families! Speakers: Natalie Popple, Jessica Schneider, Jackie Schommer

YSS Social

    7:30 pm- 9:00 pm
Join us for an informal social with YSS members and other youth folks.

FRIDAY MAY 3

Popping Pop Culture Programs
    8:30-9:30 am
Do you need new ideas so your library stays "groovy"? Want to mix up your youth programming with something totally "rad"? Join us as we dive into some of the pop culture children's programs and how you can do them at your library. Some pop culture programs lend themselves to incredibly expensive events while... Speaker: Jessica Hodges

Games, Learning, and Libraries: Harnessing the Power of Play in Wisconsin
    8:30-9:30am
If libraries hope to remain both relevant and forward-thinking in the eyes of our communities, it's crucial that our institutions evolve, respond, and adapt to modern media interests and innovative learning pathways. Gaming (including video gaming, board gaming, TTRPGs, card gaming, etc.) continues to explode in popularity, demonstrating the unique value that interactive media holds -- both as a recreation, and within the learning sciences. This presentation will highlight the numerous games-based library initiatives occurring in our state, explore the extraordinary learning/literacy benefits unique to gaming, invite interested librarians to grow their knowledge within the space -- and get involved themselves! Speaker: Chris Baker

A Conversation with 2023 WLA Burr/Worzalla Winner Al Graziadei
    9:45-10:45 am
Meet author and 2023 WLA Burr/Worzalla Winner Al Graziadei. Al will tell us about their path to becoming an author, the success of their first novel, "Ice Breaker," and their next book. This session will be followed by a book sale/signing with the author.

Analyzing Your Collection: Tools to Diversify & Maintain Your Children’s Collection
    9:45-10:45 am
Creating a diverse children’s collection is an important role for library staff. Interested in analyzing your collection, but don’t know where to start? In this session, the presenters will discuss how to develop a critical lens with which to review books. This will empower you to build an authentic and inclusive library collection that counters bias and promotes cultural pluralism. Additionally, the presenters will provide free resources and tools which can analyze your collection for you, suggest books, and assist you with making informed purchasing decisions. Finally, the presenters will show you how to track your collection’s diversity on an ongoing basis. Speakers: Kristie Hauer, Amy Rae Weaver, Hannah G Zima

Powering Up Early Math in Young Child Programming
    9:45-10:45 am
Early math skills are among the strongest predictors of later school achievement and integrating them into your young child programming may help support your community’s school readiness efforts. This breakout will cover a variety of different early math competencies you can easily incorporate into your library programs for young children. Participants will also explore interactive strategies to engage children and caregivers with these skills while fostering a growth mindset, and better understand how early math skills are approachable for everyone through interactive discussions and moments of self-reflection. Speaker: Jacqueline Kociubuk

Depositing Joy: Programming and Services for Families Experiencing Homelessness
    9:45-10:45am
Are you struggling to pinpoint an outreach program model that works for families experiencing homelessness in your community? Do you dream of allowing families to learn and explore when it’s convenient for them and familiarizing them with library resources, thus eliminating social barriers to library usage? Learn how one library established strong partnerships with emergency family shelters by offering tailor-made passive program boxes and deposit collections of diverse, popular and age-appropriate materials. Attendees will learn how to replicate this model; three themed program-in-a-box project ideas will be provided to inspire attendees and help them get started on their own programs. Speaker: Megan Nigh

Using Early Literacy Learning Techniques with High School Students
 11:00 am -noon
This presentation aims to help adult educators use early literacy teaching techniques to build positive relationships with high school students and enhance their learning outcomes. We will define early literacy, how its influences show up in teenage learners, and how it can promote students’ social-emotional learning. The Presenter will share a slide show documenting a recent example of an effective early literacy strategy applied to high school students in grades 9 – 12 to foster interest, engagement, and better subject comprehension. Speaker: Amanda Ehlert

Meetup to Power Up Your WAPL Proposal

Informal Proposal Planning Session Scheduled for January 16 Plans are underway for the 2024 Wisconsin Association of Public Libraries (WAPL) Conference taking place May 1 - 3, 2024 at the Holiday Inn - Stevens Point Conference Center. This year's conference theme is "Power to the Public," which means: Empowering library staff through conference sessions that kickstart creativity and fuel innovation. Empowering the public to learn, play, and connect at the library through the spaces, programs, and services we offer. Empowering stakeholders to support and advocate for their local public library. While this is a very broad theme, proposals are not required to fit within it.  We encourage innovative proposals on a wide variety of topics.  Learn more.  Proposals are due by midnight on January 26.    Meetup to Power Up Your Proposal Thinking about submitting a proposal, but aren't sure where to start?  Need some help fleshing out an idea or paring a big idea down to size?   The WAPL Conference Committee is here to help.  Join the committee and your peers for an informal, virtual idea-sharing/brainstorming meetup open to anyone who is interested in submitting a proposal for the WAPL conference.  Share your ideas in a supportive environment, ask questions, and learn tips to make your program shine!    Drop into this interactive session on Tuesday, January 16 from noon - 1:00 p.m. Zoom link:  https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88500847258?pwd=hd7bP5fb443TDdQyMsvHnmgnIOWsfB.1   Can't join us for the meetup but still want to discuss an idea?  Please reach out to the WAPL Programming Co-chairs: Bailey Anderson, Black Earth Public Library, banderson@blackearthlibrary.org Heather Thompson, Kenosha Public Library, hthompson@mykpl.info

YSS WAPL Social - Join Us!

 

Meet us Thursday night at 7:30 in the party room at the Ground Round restaurant at the hotel!  We invite you to bring a 1-page handout with a program idea that you think would be fun for other libraries to implement.

Good times, fun meet-ups and a chance to kick back and relax with youth services friends, old and new!

Chair's Corner - April 2023 YSS Board Updates

Today's April 2023 YSS board meeting update is from Alison Loewen, our YSS 2023 Chair and Youth Services Librarian, Mead Public Library, Sheboygan

April showers bring May flowers, and YSS is raining opportunities to help you and your library blossom into a beautiful garden!

It’s the start of conference season, and WAPL is right around the corner.  YSS is hopeful for a great turnout at our social event.  Meet us Thursday night at 7:30 in the party room at the Ground Round restaurant at the hotel!  We invite you to bring a 1-page handout with a program idea that you think would be fun for other libraries to implement.  Also, the conference committee is looking for volunteers to serve as registration ambassadors and room monitors, so  Sign-Up Here , if you are able to lend a hand.  “It's through relationships that we grow best—and learn best.” said Fred Rogers, so take these opportunities to meet some new friends, and build your professional network- I’d love to meet you there!

Just a few days ago, WLA announced its call for proposals for the annual conference in Middleton, October 24-27. The conference brings together library professionals from all areas of library work to explore new ideas and learn from each other.  I encourage you to share the amazing work that you have been up to.  If you have an idea, but prefer to speak on a panel, fill out this conference collaboration form, and YSS might be able to help you find some like-minded individuals to present with.   If you are confident to present on your own, please complete this proposal online form  by May 12.  I am looking forward to learning from all of you this October.

Our YSS webinar season is in full swing, with our next installment of WLA’s Youth Services Section (YSS) Presents: Teen Programming Inspiration scheduled for Tuesday, April 18.  The webinar will provide tons of great ideas for teen programming from 4 talented and enthusiastic Teen Librarians.  It's free for WLA members, and $25 for non-members. You can find out more and register here.   This webinar will be followed by another entry in May on Teen Advisory Groups and volunteers, so watch for information about that coming soon.

Last, some exciting breaking news! WLA and YSS are taking over the Performers Showcase legacy!  Save the date! Friday November 10th is when incredible performers from all disciplines will gather online and share with you what they can offer your library families. While we can’t share more details at this time, mark your calendars, as you won’t want to miss it!

There are several other seeds that have been planted, but I will save those official announcements for next month. 

Happy Spring!