The 2026 manual is now available!

With chapters on paleontology, archaeology, soil and rocks, local history, and even activities to celebrate America250™, there is something for every library and every age group. It is filled with STEM, art, games, decor, books, songs, and self-directed programs ready to put into action. Ready to dig in? Here's some helpful information to get you started:

 Introducing the NEW CSLP Summer Outreach Toolkit

Summer is a great time for libraries to connect with their communities. The new CSLP Summer Outreach Toolkit provides resources that empower library outreach. Explore ideas to help your library build community relationships, serve a diverse range of community members, and expand library services beyond the library building.

Resources include examples of successful programs or outreach services, future programming ideas, relevant articles, webinars, websites, and relationship building ideas, to name a few. You will also find fun outreach ideas for next summer’s theme Unearth a Story™/ Desentierra una Historia -Dinosaurs/Archaeology/Paleontology.

Whether you are new to outreach or have been engaged in outreach activities for many years, the CSLP Summer Outreach Toolkit will inspire you to try something new and connect with your community this summer.