Friday, April 18, 2025

Tips and Info from DPI's April 17 , 2025 Youth Services Newsletter

 Jeni Schomber's DPI Youth Services Weekly Reminders and Resources is now in a cool new format!

The email newsletter is 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 17, 2025 edition.  

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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 State Park Pass Program

  • Check Out Wisconsin’s State Parks offers Wisconsin library card holders the chance to visit any Wisconsin State Park for free. Each vehicle pass is valid for one day of the patron’s choosing.
  • New and updated resources, including guidelines for libraries, marketing materials, recreational resources, and youth resources, are now available. 

2025 Wisconsin Science Festival Virtual Kickoff Party

  • Ready to start making plans for the fall? Just want to learn more? Join Wisconsin Science Festival for networking and conversation on Thursday April 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m..
  • Hear about this year’s festival feature, learn how and when to submit your 2025 events, bring your questions and ideas, and maybe even win prizes!
  • Registration is open now. 

Have a great weekend!

Jeni Schomber
Public Library Consultant

Contact: jeni.schomber@dpi.wi.gov

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