A
READS Timeline
1987. 16
libraries form the Reference
and Adult Services Section (RASS) of NHLA. Annual dues are assessed at
$3/person. It's mission was to serve as "a sounding board and advocate
for
matters relating to reference and adult services" and "to educate,
empower and provide opportunities for collaboration with the entire New
Hampshire
library community."
1988. The acronym of the
group is changed
to READS.
1989. The first spring
program, titled “Computers in Libraries,” is offered.
1995 Membership
reaches 90.
1999 A listserv for
READS members is established.
2002 In response to
member surveys, discussion-style roundtables are added to the yearly
schedule. The roundtables are held in
multiple locations
to enhance participation.
2005. The annual READS
Award for Excellence is established.
2007. “READS-TO-GO”
is launched. The program offers all-in-one book discussion kits.
