New Youth Services Consultant
My name is Katelyn Patterson, and I am so excited to be joining TSLAC as the Youth Services Consultant. I have been working as a youth services librarian in public libraries for over a decade. I already know many of you from my time as the Youth Services Consultant with the Central Texas Library System. I look forward to reconnecting with you, learning from you, and working to support you in serving youth and caregivers. You can always email me at kpatterson@tsl.texas.gov, call me at 512-463-5433, book time to meet with me using this link, or provide general feedback on this form.
Texas Public Library Youth Services Listening Sessions
To that end, to kick start my time in this role I will be hosting a series of Listening Sessions for library staff serving youth. I will quickly share some announcements but want most of the time to be hearing from you! Please come prepared to brag on your accomplishments and workshop how to handle the challenges. These sessions will not be recorded. Please register at the links below.
Wednesday, September 18th, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon central
Thursday, September 26th, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. central
Tuesday, October 1st, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. central
Once registered, please open your confirmation email to find a survey that will help inform me of your needs and how we should structure our time in the Listening Sessions.
Family Place Libraries™ Grant
Have you ever been curious about Family Place Libraries™? We are about to open grant applications for FY 2025. In this webinar, Family Place™ staff will discuss the early learning and community benefits of dedicating resources to becoming a Family Place™ certified library. TSLAC staff will discuss how to apply and make your application stand out.
TSLAC Family Place Libraries Grant – What It’s About and How To Participate
Thursday, August 22nd, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Register here
Summer Wrap Up
Have you signed up to get our emails about all things summer? If not, then you might miss the email that just went out with the following:
- Multiple ways to get involved and have a voice about upcoming summer themes, slogans, and more!
- Updates on ordering for next summer
- Share your ideas for how to commemorate the U.S. Semiquincentennial in 2026
Sign up for the Texas summer Library Program Newsletter here. This is the primary way of sharing important updates about everything Summer.
Share Your Summer Program With Us!
Have an impressive library program you want to brag about? By all means! Submit photos and information here. Please make sure that any participants in photos have given permission to share. These might be used on a public blog for a shout out!
