[Michlib-l] CSLP Newsletter: September 2024

Tue Sep 24 15:59:56 EDT 2024

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2025 Sneak Peek

Dear Members,

CSLP is thrilled to announce your 2025 Summer Reading Program theme: “Color Our World”!  For 2025, we invite you to embark on a journey of art and creativity, celebrating the myriad ways in which art enriches our lives. Our program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through a diverse array of artistic expressions.

Why “Color Our World”?
Member libraries across the country chose this theme back in 2021 and the slogan in 2022 because art has the power to transform, uplift, and connect us. It allows us to see the world through different lenses, fostering empathy and understanding. Our 2025 theme, “Color Our World,” encourages libraries to embrace the beauty of art in all its forms, creating a colorful tapestry of experiences for everyone.

Program Highlights
Our programming manual for 2025 is packed with ideas from your fellow member libraries condensed into the following chapters:

  1.  Drawing & Painting: Dive into the world of colors and shapes, exploring techniques that range from traditional to contemporary.
  2.  Fiber Art & Fashion: Discover the tactile beauty of textiles, from weaving and knitting to fashion design.
  3.  Photography: Capture the world through your lens, learning the art of storytelling through images.
  4.  Decor & 3D Art: Transform spaces with creative decor and explore the fascinating realm of three-dimensional art.
  5.  Writing & Storytelling: Unleash your imagination through words, crafting stories that captivate and inspire.
  6.  Performing Arts/Misc: Express yourself through movement, music, and performance, celebrating the dynamic nature of the arts.

Spotlight on Mike Mullan
We are honored to feature the stunning artwork of Mike Mullan, an illustrator whose vibrant and whimsical creations perfectly embody the spirit of “Color Our World.” Mike’s work is a celebration of bold color and imagination, bringing to life whimsical landscapes and characters that inspire joy. You can explore his captivating art here<https://protect2.fireeye.com/v1/url?k=31323334-50bba2bf-31367a34-4544474f5631-df5b9f19439f1be2&q=1&e=3cad86fe-7bec-435b-953b-711b1edfb4ad&u=https%3A%2F%2Fcslpreads.us13.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3D043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405%26id%3D45b878a8c1%26e%3D8e69ff489d>.  We also hope you enjoy this sneak peek at his artwork for Color Our World.  Here<https://protect2.fireeye.com/v1/url?k=31323334-50bba2bf-31367a34-4544474f5631-8dfdaf6cdeb0f484&q=1&e=3cad86fe-7bec-435b-953b-711b1edfb4ad&u=https%3A%2F%2Fcslpreads.us13.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3D043a7515ceb3ad45bdd2dd405%26id%3Dfcc709feb2%26e%3D8e69ff489d>, we’ve featured his posters, bookmarks and social media banner image examples.

Join Us in Coloring Our World
We encourage libraries to embrace this theme wholeheartedly, creating spaces where art and creativity can flourish. Together, let’s make summer 2025 a year of colorful connections and creative discoveries.  Thank you for your continued support and dedication to fostering a love of reading and creativity in our communities. We can’t wait to see how you bring “Color Our World” to life in your library next summer!

Warm regards,
Dawn Krause
Executive Director
CSLP

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Consider Joining a CSLP Committee!

Become part of the COLLABORATIVE part of CSLP!

Our committees are the engine that keeps CSLP moving forward, and vibrant committees lead to a vibrant CSLP. That is why we invite all member library staff members to join a committee annually. Only through your input can we continue to improve.

Sign-ups for 2025 CSLP Committees are open until October 15. While the duties vary, committee obligations generally run for one calendar year. All committee work is done virtually, either through email, or through phone or online meetings. Attending the CSLP Annual Meeting is not required. You are welcome to sign up for more than 1 committee if your time allows, however each committee has different size and participation criteria.

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The sign-up period is September 9 through October 15.

If you are currently serving on a committee that you enjoy, let your Committee Chair know you want to sign up again or feel free to try a new committee.

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Store Opens October 2nd!

Exciting New Summer Reading Incentives:
Color Our World Tie-Dye Collection!

We’re thrilled to provide a sneak peek at our vibrant Color Our World tie-dye items, perfect for libraries to use as summer reading incentives!
What’s in the Collection?

  *   Sports Bag: Featuring the slogan in black lettering, this bag is perfect for carrying books and more.
  *   Slogan Only T-Shirt: Made from 100% cotton in bright white, available in both unisex and youth sizes, and featuring the 2025 slogan, you can personalize these comfy tees with fabric markers, puffy paint or tie-dye. CSLP will be selling a limited number of tie-dye kits as well so you can do some one-stop shopping for library projects or at home use.
  *   Lanyard: Keep your keys or ID handy with our colorful lanyard, also featuring the slogan.
  *   Vinyl Pencil Cases: These fun zip up cases come with inspirational words to motivate young readers, such as Dream, Read and Create.
  *   Tie-Dye Bracelets:  In eye catching colors and made of smooth rubber, each bracelet has uplifting words to inspire and delight.
  *   Frisbee: Back due to popular demand, play in style with swirling color and our bright white slogan!
These items are not only practical but also a fun way to encourage reading and creativity. Perfect for summer reading programs, they make great rewards for all ages. Get ready to Color Our World with reading and tie-dye magic!

For more details and to place your order, visit our store when it opens on October 2nd!

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Thank You Cathy & Erin!

Let’s celebrate the incredible contributions of Cathy Lancaster and Erin Groth as they wrap up their terms at the end of 2024! 🎉

Cathy Lancaster is wrapping up her term as Past-President and Erin Groth as Board Member-at-Large at the end of 2024.
Cathy Lancaster has been a powerhouse since 2016, serving as Michigan State Rep, Board Member-at-Large, and in various leadership roles including President-Elect in 2022, President in 2023, and Past-President in 2024. Her dedication extends to numerous committees such as the Summer Symposium, Early Literacy Manual, Social Media, and Statistics Committees. Cathy has graced 9 CSLP Annual Meetings with her presence and expertise.

Erin Groth has been equally remarkable, holding positions like Manual Liaison to the Board and Teen Manual Chair, as well as Member-at-Large. Her tireless efforts have shaped the CSLP Programming Manual, and she has been a vital part of the Inclusion, Vendor, and Theme & Slogan Committees. Erin has attended 8 CSLP Annual Meetings, contributing her insights and leadership.

We are immensely grateful for their unwavering dedication and the lasting impact they’ve made on CSLP. Thank you, Cathy and Erin, for your exceptional service!

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Meet Tabetha Barry, CSLP Accounting Specialist

Hello! My name is Tabetha Barry, newest member to the CSLP team. I was born and raised in a small town in Southwest Michigan where I still reside with my amazing husband, two kids and dog. We enjoy all the sites and surroundings Michigan has to offer. From its beautiful beaches in the summer to the fields, orchards and changing trees in the fall. I enjoy traveling, hiking, gardening, crocheting and cuddling up with my family to read a good book.
I come to CSLP with 20 years of business experience having worked in finance for 12 of those years, and more recently in the youth non-profit sector for 5 years where I successfully ran the finance department. During that time, I worked with a passion led team in the creation of youth programs that provided safe, educationally based and affordable childcare options to under-resourced communities, reaching 5 local communities and hundreds of children and their families.
I am so excited to join the staff at CSLP and bring my experiences and passions as we continue to build on the firm foundation of organizational sustainability, policy creation, and long-term growth so we can continue to extend our reach.
You can contact Tabetha at bookkeeping at cslpreads.org<mailto:bookkeeping at cslpreads.org>.

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Summer Reading Programs for Incarcerated Individuals in New York

Based on information submitted to the NY State Library by Corinne F. Leone, Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS)

Did you know that over the course of the summer, over 22,000 incarcerated individuals interacted with New York State Correctional Facility (CF) General Libraries? Out of the 45 statewide general library sites at correctional facilities, 42 reported a plethora of vibrant and beneficial active and passive Summer Reading library programs.  These programs were designed to showcase the importance of developing and enhancing reading, literacy and social skills amongst incarcerated individuals. All over the state, correctional facility librarians promoted the importance of the power of libraries to help build a sense of inclusion and transformation for all members of the community. Like public libraries in communities all over NY state, these facility libraries are truly a place for everyone.

Librarians from several facility General Libraries provided reports about how these programs and activities implemented a variety of fun and exciting strategies to engage incarcerated individuals in reading and education.

For example, the Clinton CF General Library held “Olympic Games.” Library users were given Olympic themed word searches, crosswords, and word scrambles, along with an interactive world map where they could engage with geography by identifying the different countries that hosted Olympic Games. To engage all members of the correctional community with reading, the Adirondack CF reported about an 8-week program called the Creative Aging Writers Workshop, which was led by a group of experienced artists, writers, storytellers, and individual artists.

 Many different NYS DOCCS (Department of Corrections and Community Supervision) General Libraries created other ways to integrate and implement Summer Reading into their programs and activities. The Mid-State CF General library saw 52 participants participate in their book clubs, film discussions and Art/Essay/Poetry Contests. Along with this, a Book Showdown was held at the Lakeview Shock Incarceration Correctional Facility. This reading competition was especially successful this summer and engaged 5 teams of 8 participants each.  Due to the success and popularity of this Book Showdown program, the facility plans to hold another competition in September.
Other facility libraries organized trivia contest sessions based around particular themes, discussed comic books and comic book creation and multiple art styles and genres, provided puzzle solving events, and hosted book clubs using audiobooks.
These are just a few examples of the creative and engaging ways that correctional facility librarians serve incarcerated individuals to make Summer Reading and Learning a truly inclusive adventure for EVERYONE!

Success Stories: Patron Art in Oklahoma

From Drumright Piblic Library in Oklahoma—a parent made this beautiful sidewalk art while her child was in a program one day this summer. The library liked it so much they took a picture and made a bookmark out of it! 

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