2012 ALSC National Institute

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Join ALSC in Indianapolis September 20 – 22, 2012 for our biennial National Institute.  This two and a half day workshop, devoted solely to children’s and youth library services, offers a small, intimate setting for participating in programming and getting to know colleagues.  Programs will delve into some of the most important topics in library service to children such as using technology in your programming, what’s hot in children’s spaces, working with underserved populations, and using local partnerships to improve your programming.  You’re sure to go home feeling reinvigorated about the profession and more connected to others in the field. 

The Institute will also be the kick-off to the Caldecott Award’s 75th anniversary celebration and will feature a very special Breakfast for Bill panel discussion to commemorate the occasion.  This panel will feature past Caldecott Award winners and honorees Denise Fleming, Kevin Henkes and Eric Rohmann, as well as the director of the Mazza Museum: International Art from Picture Books, Ben Sapp.  This star-studded event is sure to dazzle and inspire with additional award-winning authors and illustrators scheduled to speak at the Institute including: Peter Brown, Gary Paulsen, April Pulley Sayre, Doreen Rappaport and Bryan Collier.

The Institute is being held at the Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel in the heart of downtown Indianapolis.  From the famed Indy 500 to the 2012 NFL Super Bowl, Indianapolis has it all!  Check out the Indianapolis Convention and Visitors Association website for more information about visiting this great Midwest City.  Please contact ALSC Program Officer Jenny Najduch, 800-545-2433 ext. 4026 with any questions.  

What is included in the 2012 ALSC Institute?

• Participants receive nearly 30 hours of programming, three keynote sessions, all handout materials, multiple networking activities, five meals and snacks.
• More than five award-wining authors and illustrators will present.  Speakers will be announced soon!
• Networking!  More than 300 children’s librarians, authors, illustrators and publishers are expected to be present to meet new people and exchange ideas.
• Enjoy a beautiful local reception on Friday evening at a nearby landmark with authors and illustrators from the area.
• Participants are able to enjoy beautiful Indianapolis and the surrounding area.

Photos courtesy of the Indianapolis Convention and Visitors Association.