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The Youth Services Forum addresses the needs and interests of those concerned with quality library service for children.
News
- Member Spotlight - Ann Baillie
- April 24, 2023
- This week's member spotlight is on Ann Baillie. Ann is the manager of the ILA Youth Services Forum. We asked Ann to tell us a little about herself and answer a few professional and amusing questions. Continue reading to find out more about&…
- Nominations for ILA’s Youth Services Awards Now Open
- April 24, 2023
- Do you know an outstanding Youth Services librarian? Nominate them for an ILA Award! ILA offers two awards specifically geared at Youth Services librarians: the Youth Services Achievement Award and the Youth Services Librarian of the Year Award. The …
- Forum Spotlight - Youth Services Forum
- September 15, 2022
- The Youth Services Forum is currently working on events, a booth, and presentations for the upcoming conference. This year we are excited to once again work with the iRead committee to bring back the Youth Services Breakfast event. Ang…
Events
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Apr
19
2024
Youth Services Forum (YSF) Open Meeting
Friday, Apr 19, 2024 10:00am
Zoom
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Forum Information
- Youth Services Forum Brochure (2020-21)
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Forum Leadership
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Brandi Smits, Manager
Orland Park Public Library
Term ends 06/30/2024 -
Monica Tapia Boyer, Board liaison
Senior Manager of Children's Services at Aurora Public Library District
Term ends 06/30/2025 -
Alissa Raschke-Janchenko, Member
New Lenox Public Library District
Term ends 10/31/2024 -
Jennifer A Peterson, Member
Youth Services Supervisor at Indian Trails Public Library District
Term ends 10/31/2024 -
Maddy Belk, Member
Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District
Term ends 10/31/2024 -
Thomas Kochinski, Member
Oak Lawn Public Library
Term ends 06/30/2024 -
Becca Boland, Staff liaison
iREAD Content and Development Manager at Illinois Library Association
Term ends 06/30/2025