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Reference and Adult Services Section

Join Us For Our Workshop!

The Reference Interview and the Art of Asking Questions

Thursday September 25,  10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the Hooksett Public Library

Join Susan Harmon for this workshop which will give an overview of why and how we conduct reference interviews, and give special focus to the types of clarifying and sense-making questions information professionals can use to conduct a successful interview. 

The reference interview is a fundamental service that information professionals provide to library patrons. By asking questions, librarians can help patrons refine their search query and locate useful information sources. Not only does this reduce the time a patron might spend on unfruitful searches, it also increases patron satisfaction in the service they receive.

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**READS-To-Go Update**

New Kit Management Software IS LIVE!

READS-to-Go is thrilled to announce LibCal, our new kit management software! Beginning Monday, April 7, 2025, library staff and patrons will be able to check availability and reserve book club kits easily. If you have any questions, please contact the RTG Committee at nhreadstogo@gmail.com.
 
Visit https://readstogo.libcal.com/ to browse and book your kits today!
 
Want to learn more about how LibCal works? 
Join Martha Simmons, READS-to-Go Chair, for a virtual demonstration where you will learn all about accessing LibCal, browsing, and reserving kits.
 
CliLearn More and Register Here!

Contribute Your Expertise!

Shape the future of READS events!

Join the Programming Committee and curate engaging experiences for our members. From finding inspiring speakers to choosing the perfect venues, you'll create unforgettable professional development opportunities for the NH Library community. The approximate time commitment is 2-3 hours per month.

If you are interested or would like to learn more, please contact the READS President at readspresident@nhlibrarians.org.

Board Members and Committee Chairs 2025

To find out more about READS, please feel free to contact any of the members of the executive board.

President:
Jane Martina, Hooksett Public Library
readspresident@nhlibrarians.org

Vice President/President-elect:
Josianne Fitzgerald, Moultonborough Public Library

Past President/Award of Excellence:
Brianna Hemmah, Laconia Public Library

Secretary:
Sarah Frost, Laconia Public Library

Treasurer:
Tanya Griffith, Hollis Social Library

Membership Chair:
Liz Ryan, Derry Public Library

Programming Chair:
Eileen Gilbert, Belmont Public Library

Publicity Chair:
Stephanie Rinehart-Joseph, Nesmith Library

READS-to-Go Chair:
Martha Simmons, Hooksett Public Library

Website Coordinator:
Alexa Moore, Amherst Town Library