Welcome to the Sustainability Committee Page!

MISSION STATEMENT

The New Hampshire Library Association Sustainability Committee provides resources and opportunities to NHLA members that educate and support initiatives related to sustainability in libraries.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Sustainability Book Chats

Join the Sustainability Committee virtually once a month on Wednesday at noon to discuss sustainability in libraries!

February 12: Swap Events and Programs

Wednesday, 12-1

In this session, we will learn about swap events. Mary Cronin of the Cook Memorial Library in Tamworth will talk about craft swaps, and we will hear more about toy and costume swaps. Attendees are encouraged to share their own ideas for programs and initiatives that engage communities in sustainability.

Contact nhlasustainability@nhlibrarians.org for questions or to register!

https://nhla38.wildapricot.org/event-6019026

October 16: Growing Communities

Wednesday, 12-1

This session will discuss engaging your community through sustainable programs. Brittany Durgin from the Moultonborough Public Library will share tips on starting a seed library and a houseplant clipping swap, and Nancy Ladd of Pillsbury Free Library in Warner will talk about hosting UNH Extension Master gardener programs on gardening and composting. Attendees are encouraged to share their own ideas for programs and initiatives that engage communities in sustainability.

Sign up here: https://nhla38.wildapricot.org/event-5836610 or email nhlasustainability@nhlibrarians.org

March 19: Lending Kits

Wednesday, 12-1

In this session, Lea McBain of the Newbury Public Library will discuss their circulating DIY kits. Attendees are encouraged to share their own ideas for programs and initiatives that engage communities in sustainability.