Jun 10, 2024 · Department of Cultural Affairs

ADVISORY: Adventures and Smokey Bear�s Birthday Part of Summer Reading Programs

Reading programs supported by New Mexico State Library.

Hello everyone,

The New Mexico State Library supports summer reading programs at libraries around the state and also partners for Smokey Bear’s 80th Birthday.

What: New Mexico State Library (NMSL) proudly supports summer reading programs at public libraries throughout the state. This year’s theme for public libraries is “Adventure Begins at Your Library.” NMSL is also partnering with the US Forest Service for its Smokey Bear Reading Challenge, providing related materials to New Mexico libraries celebrating Smokey Bear’s 80th Birthday. Additional resources including historical documents, videos, vintage poster images, news clippings, and a Smokey the Bear song sheet can be found on the NMSL website.

Who: New Mexico State Library

When: Summer 2024

Where: Online: Summer Reading Program, nmstatelibrary.org/services-for-new-mexico-libraries/summer-reading/ . Smokey Bear Resources, libguides.nmstatelibrary.org/SmokeyBear .

Why: NMSL champions summer reading programs, as they help build relationships and community, foster civic partnerships, encourage reading and the use of other library resources, and provide needed out-of-school programming throughout New Mexico.

Let me know if you would like more information or to schedule an interview with State Library staff. Sincerely, Christina

Christina Claassen 505-946-7149 christina.claassen@dca.nm.gov

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