Youth Services News

Newsletters are archived on the OLIS website.

Stop by our virtual office to check-in and chat with OLIS Youth Services Coordinator Danielle Margarda. Danielle will be available the first Wednesday of each month to answer questions, help problem solve, or just say hi. Register to receive the Zoom link and join anytime between 2:30pm and 3:30pm. Can't make virtual office hours or prefer a private meeting? Email Danielle at danielle.margarida@olis.ri.gov to schedule a phone call or Zoom meeting.

Libraries that have received a manual and voucher, and that use any CSLP materials (including the slogan and artwork) must use the following credit line on ALL SRP signs, press releases, posters, websites and promotions. This credit line should also be used when promoting activities funded by the LORI SRP Mini-grant.

Libraries may personalize this credit line by adding the library’s name and the names of local sponsors at the end:

The statewide Rhode Island Summer Reading Program is supported by the RI Office of Library and Information Services, with funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Voting for the 2021 Rhode Island Latino Books Month Book Award

RI LATINO BOOKS MONTH/RI AWARD • Young Readers

Read at least three (3) books from the titles nominated, then vote for your favorite. Voting will take place at participating schools and libraries and the winning title will be announced on June 1, 2021 on this website http://www.rilatinoarts.org/LatinoBooksMonth.html and our social media pages.

Vote Online: submit your votes for your favorite book in the link below
https://form.jotform.com/92735888725172

or email Maria Cotto your total votes at mcotto@pawtucketlibrary.org

Voting ends May 29, 2021.

Please do feel free to share pictures of your book clubs, students reading the books, display or comments to post on our Facebook page.

Spring sensory programs are here! Below please find the flyer with the sensory programs at the RI public libraries. Please feel free to print and share with families and share on social media.

The All Course Network (ACN) is now enrolling K-12 youth in a variety of Summer 2021 learning opportunities. Courses offered include work-based learning, advanced placement, dual enrollment, career credential, and enrichment. A federal grant has allowed RIDE to significantly expand available seats, so please help spread the word by using the social media images and flyers in this Google folder.

Learn more about ACN at https://enrollri.org/acn.

The RI PreK lottery is now open through July 6. Four year olds in the following towns and cities are eligible for a free seat in the PreK lottery.

Coventry, Central Falls, Cranston, East Providence, Johnston, Middletown, Newport, North Kingstown, North Providence, Pawtucket, Providence, South Kingstown, Warren, Warwick, West Warwick, Westerly, Woonsocket

If you serve families from these communities please promote the lottery by sharing the flyers below in your building, on social media, and with your networks.

• Penguin Resources for LGTBQIA+ Books

• All Black Lives Matter: Mental Health of Black LGBTQ Youth

• YA Pride Queer Books by Black Authors Spreadsheet

• LGBTQ History & Pride: Engaging Lessons and Books

Through Museums for All, those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free or reduced admission to more than 600 museums throughout the United States simply by presenting their SNAP EBT (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Electronic Benefit Transfer) card. Learn more at https://museums4all.org/

Participating RI museums:

• Historic New England – Arnold House
  (Lincoln, RI)
• Historic New England – Casey Farm
  (Saunderstown, RI)
• Historic New England – Clemence-Irons House
  (Johnston, RI)
• Historic New England – Watson Farm
  (Jamestown, RI)
• John Brown House Museum – Rhode Island Historical Society
  (Providence, RI)
• Lippitt House Museum
  (Providence, RI)
• Museum of Work & Culture – Rhode Island Historical Society
  (Woonsocket, RI)
• Newport Art Museum
  (Newport, RI)
• Providence Children’s Museum
  (Providence, RI)
• RISD Museum
  (Providence, RI)

Monday, June 21st at 3pm CT

From creative programming to continuing education and professional connections—ALSC members are innovators in the field of children's library service. This virtual open house will be an opportunity for attendees to learn more about the organization and get firsthand accounts on what it’s like to serve on ALSC committees! Attendees will have an opportunity to hop around into different breakout rooms and learn more about the different priority areas of ALSC and how to get involved, both through appointed committee work and standalone volunteer opportunities. Register here [ala-events.zoom.us] for this fun and informative event.

If you are a prospective member, new member, or a seasoned member looking to connect with fellow ALSC members, this open house is for you!

Live captioning will be available and there will be breakout rooms. If you require a captioner to be present in a breakout room you join, please contact Elly Serrano at eserrano@ala.org by June 7, 2021. If you require another access service to fully participate or have any questions about accessibility, please contact Elly Serrano at eserrano@ala.org by June 7, 2021.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Abby Johnson at amjohnson@gmail.com

Email: danielle.margarida@olis.ri.gov
Website: http://www.olis.ri.gov/
Location: 1 Capitol Hill Providence, RI 02908
Phone: 401-574-9309
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Twitter: @olisri