NYC Reads Initiative

📚✨ Join NYC Reads Initiative on Bluesky! Help us cultivate a vibrant community for early literacy. Follow us for updates, events, and more: bsky.app/profile/nycrea… 📖💬

📣Early Childhood Educators—our Weaving it All Together PD series w/ @NYCReads starts TODAY! Dive into the science of reading & learn fun, research-based games for the classroom & home. 🖥️Register now: bit.ly/schoolhome25 🗓️Virtual Sessions: 1️⃣Jan 6 2️⃣Jan 13 3️⃣Jan 27 4️⃣Feb 3

Thrilled to celebrate @linc_nyc's Executive Director, Shari Levine, for being recognized as one of New York’s 2024 Power Players in Education by @PoliticsNYnews! 🎉 Her leadership continues to make waves in educational excellence. bit.ly/40HR5Jr @amNewYork #powerlist

Shoutout to @risinggroundny for their work in East New York, including a new partnership with P.S. 089 Cypress Hills! 🌟 Their latest parent workshop showcased their dedication to our community's growth. Thank you for enhancing family engagement and literacy! 👏 @ParentChildPlus

🎨 Get ready for a vibrant journey through graffiti art with hip-hop ambassador D. Cross! 🎤 Dive into the colorful history and witness live demonstrations of graffiti styles and techniques. Perfect for kids in grades K-5! bit.ly/3YHC2gf #HipHopArt @qplnyc @CMNantashaW

📚✨ Principal Spotlight: Kudos to Mrs. Hicks of PS 160 Q for her insights on the NYC Reads initiative at the recent Foundation Board Dinner. Her school's approach to tackling chronic absenteeism is inspiring! We thank the Pinkerton Foundation for coordinating this event.

🎉 Join @lincnyc & @qplnyc for a vibrant celebration of @ericcarle's legacy at South Jamaica! 📚 Get ready for an afternoon filled with fun games, creative crafts, and beloved stories. Plus, pick up some great learning tips along the way. Register now! bit.ly/48IK4tZ

Take your child's reading to new heights with @linc_nyc's B.I.R.D. event at South Jamaica Center! 📚✨ B.I.R.D., which stands for Be Into Reading Daily, is designed to inspire and nurture a lifelong passion for reading. Register now! bit.ly/4f0JFp1 🐦 #ReadingIsFlying

Unleash the joy of reading! Join @linc_nyc and Family Enrichment Center at East Harlem's East Side S.O.U.L. with @unionsettlement Association for a bilingual adventure in books. Sing along and read on Nov 7 & 14. 📚🎤 Register now: bit.ly/3UokqEM #CommunityEvent

🎉 Join us tomorrow at PS40Q for a day of fun! Our South Jamaica Free Community Event is packed with activities for all ages: enjoy book giveaways, win raffle prizes, eat local cuisine, see the Read Rabbit, and more! bit.ly/3BBWTtA #CommunityEvent #FamilyFun

Discover the wonders of the animal world in @QPLNYC's three-week afterschool animal series! Children will study reptiles, mammals, and insects while receiving homework help (grades K-5) and enjoying enriching activities. Learn more: bit.ly/48gKPdE @chfep_nyc

Join @CandyBalloons for a delightful adventure filled with laughter, captivating stories, and incredible balloon creations at @qplnyc! This interactive program promises an experience of comedy and creativity. Learn more: bit.ly/3NB8CLW @NYCSpeakerAdams #QPL #BaisleyPark

This summer, over 265 READers participated in @ReadAlliance programs across NYC & Portland, OR. With 220 Teen Leaders mentoring young students, READ not only boosts literacy but fosters empowering mentorships. #YouthEmpowerment 📚✨

Celebrate the vibrant culture of Hispanic Heritage with us on Oct 25th at PS 40Q! 🎉 Our South Jamaica Community Event with our Reads partners features fun for all ages with local cuisine, interactive games, and engaging read-alouds. Learn more: bit.ly/3BBWTtA

@ReadAlliance awarded the 2024 Rising Leaders College Scholarship to Teen Leaders. Teen Leader Salutatorian, Edlyn Awedoba, shared words of inspiration and her memorable experiences as a Teen Leader with her fellow teens at the Summit closing ceremony.

🦇📖 Reminder: B.A.T. month at LINC—Books Are Treats! Don’t miss our "Toddler Time" session this Wednesday, 10/16 at 10:30 am at our partners at @QPLNYC's Baisley Park Library. 🧡👨‍👩‍👦Fun bat stories & storytime tips await! Register for FREE here: bit.ly/todtime

Join us in celebrating #IndigenousPeoplesDay! Indigenous people have made significant contributions across various fields—from STEM and conservation to literature and medicine. Today, we honor the rich cultures, histories, and achievements of Native communities. 🍂📚

Get ready to unleash your inner artist with @qplnyc's spooktacular painting event! 🎨👻 Create a ghostly masterpiece and enjoy an afternoon of frightful fun at the Library. Hurry, space is limited – register: bit.ly/3U48dFk #QPL #SouthJamaica #ArtAtTheLibrary @chfep_nyc

🎉 Join us in South Jamaica for a FREE Community Event celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! Enjoy book giveaways, read-alouds, delicious food, and fun activities for kids. We can’t wait to see you there! bit.ly/3BBWTtA📚🍽️🎮 #HispanicHeritageMonth #FamilyFun 🎉

Glad to share that @ReadAlliance has honored Quantedge USA with the 2024 Trailblazer Award for Corporate Social Responsibility. This prestigious recognition celebrates our commitment to creating equitable opportunities and fostering community growth. #TrailblazerAward #CSR