NYS Reading Association upcoming events

ReAD Newsletter Articles Due August 25 (25 Aug 2026)

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT

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Fri, 25 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

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ReAD Newsletter Articles Due October 25 (25 Oct 2026)

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Pre-Conference 2026 - A Literary Journey in New York City (6 Nov 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 17:45:00 GMT

PLEASE NOTE: This is the registration for the Pre-Conference Event - A Literary Journey in New York City ONLY! This event is limited to first 50 registrants. Registration must be paid or an authorized school P.O. by October 15 to keep you reservation for this event otherwise it will released to allow someone else to attend.

To register to attend the full 2026 Conference in-person click here.

1:00PM Meet at Hunter College (695 Park Avenue)

1:15PM The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett

“If you look the right way, you can see that the whole world is a garden.” While we won’t see it, this quote is inscribed on the North End of the Conservatory Garden (at 104th Street) in Central Park. This stroll through Central Park will have its magic, too.

1:45PM From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E.L. Konigsburg

Like Claudia, the main character, who tells us, “Mentally, I'm hiding out in the Metropolitan Museum of Art,” we will have a private tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art that highlights the diversity and breadth of the Museum’s collection, which spans more than 5,000 years.

2:45PM Depart for The New York Public Library (476 5th Avenue)

Participants will catch the M2 from 5th Ave/E. 79th St. to 5th Ave & West 42nd Street.

3:30PM Who Could That Be at This Hour? by Lemony Snicket

In his prequel to his A Series of Unfortunate Events, Mr. Snicket reminds us that “In every library, there is a single book to answer the question that burns like a fire in the mind.” So, we will be on the lookout as we tour, which highlights the history, architecture, and collections of this magnificent Beaux-Arts building, including the historic Rose Main Reading Room.

4:30PM A Cricket in Times Square by George Selden

He may be from Connecticut, but you might be able to find Chester and his buddies–Maro, Tucker, and Harry–if you look closely. If you don’t, no worries, Enjoy the rest of your night in NYC.

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An invoice will be created when you complete your registration. If paying via purchase order, please submit a PDF copy of the purchase order to financialsecretary@nysreading.org as soon as possible. Any group requesting a group invoice, wishing to register together please email financialsecretary@nysreading.org. Please provide a list including first and last name, and email addresses for each individual in the group.

Questions about the conference? Contact NYSRA's Conference Chair, Keith Newvine at konewvine@gmail.com.

Refunds/Cancellations: According to NYSRA's policies and procedures, refunds for conference registration must be requested in writing at least 21 days prior to the first date of the conference. Send requests to financialsecretary@nysreading.org. All cancellations are subject to a 7% cancellation fee.

Conference 2026 - Playful Literacies! (6 Nov 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT

This year’s theme, Playful Literacies!, asks educators to consider how we engage students in literacy learning through creativity, engagement, and exploration. We seek high-quality, evidence-based presentations that explore innovative strategies, research-driven practices, and transformative literacy experiences.

The Pre-Conference 2026 - A Literary Journey in New York City is scheduled for 11/6 beginning at promptly at 1 PM. NOTE: This event is limited to the first 50 people to register. To register for the Pre-Conference, Click here.

Virtual live-stream attendance is available for a limited number of our conference sessions. To register for virtual only - Click here.

Early Bird Rates (Available through Friday, 9/18/2026

$220 Member, Hunter College Faculty/Staff or School Group (3 or more registered together)

$290 Non-Member

$150 Full Time NYSRA Student/Hunter College Student - Full Conference

Rates for registrations after 9/18/2026:

$245 Member, Hunter College Faculty/Staff or School Group (3 or more registered together)

$315 Non-Member

$175 Full Time NYSRA Student/Hunter College Student - Full Conference

ONE DAY ONLY Rates: You MUST select which date you will be attending at the time of registration. Single day registration begins on September 19.

$180 Member, Hunter College Faculty/Staff or School Group (3 or more registered together)

$250 Non-Member

$110 Full Time NYSRA Student/Hunter College Student - Full Conference

(Student rate is available to NYSRA Student members only - joining NYSRA "unlocks" this student rate. You must be attending an undergraduate or graduate program to qualify as a student member.

NOTE: Hunter College Faculty, Staff and Students will be given a code to access their discounted rates.)

Special Ticketed Events: Both events include additional CTLE credits.

Lunch with Lois, enjoy lunch with colleagues, friends and co-conference attendees as we hear from acclaimed author Lois Lowry who will joining us virtually = $35

Evening Reception, with Jason Reynolds and Brendan Keily = $45

Conference Committee Members will be given a code to allow for a discounted registration. As with all registrants, ticketed events are NOT included in conference registration.

An invoice will be created when you complete your registration. If paying via purchase order, please submit a PDF copy of the purchase order to financialsecretary@nysreading.org as soon as possible. Any group requesting a group invoice, wishing to register together please email the NYSRA treasurer. Please provide a list including first and last name, and email addresses for each individual in the group.

If registering as a member, be sure to log in first. Your membership status must be active to register as a NYSRA member. If you have a question about your membership status please contact your local membership chair. Additionally, you can email membership@nysreading.org.

If registering as a student, you need to be a NYSRA student member or a student member of a local council. Student members will be given proof of attendance but not CTLE credit.

PLEASE NOTE: Conference committee members will be contacted separately for room reservations payable via NYSRA's master list. You will be asked for a credit card for incidentals upon checkin.

Questions about the conference? Contact NYSRA's Conference Chair, Keith Newvine at konewvine@gmail.com.

Virtual Conference 2026 - Playful Literacies! (7 Nov 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT

To register to attend in-person click here.

There will be a limited number of sessions available via this live stream option. Exact presenters, dates and times will be available when the conference schedule is complete and posted.

These sessions will be available as live-stream only.

$150 Virtual Attendee rate

The Zoom links will be provided at least 24 hours before the conference sessions begin.

Questions about the conference? Contact NYSRA's Conference Chair, Keith Newvine at konewvine@gmail.com.

ReAD Newsletter Articles Due November 15 (15 Nov 2026)

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Articles should be sent to erikvlepis@gmail.com. ReAD is not published during the summer months and in January.

Reminder: IRS 990 Due (15 Nov 2026)

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

IRS form 990-N completed and filed by November 15 (unless your filing date is April 15 and you follow a calendar year cycle)

Council fees and Insurance Fees Billed to Local Councils (15 Nov 2026)

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Local Council Presidents and Treasurers please check your email for this billing.

ILA Honor Award & ILA Award of Excellence submissions Due (31 Dec 2026)

Thu, 31 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Submissions due for ILA Honor Award (Local Councils) and
ILA Award of Excellence (NYSRA Leadership)

January Executive and BOD Meeting (9 Jan 2027)

Sat, 09 Jan 2027 13:00:00 GMT

The Executive Board is scheduled to meet from 8:30 to 10 AM.

The full Board will meet from 10:15 AM to 12:15 PM. All NYSRA members are welcome to attend the AOD meeting. Please email president@nysreading.org.

A copy of the meeting agenda with the Zoom link will be sent a few days beforehand.

ReAD Newsletter Articles Due January 25 (25 Jan 2027)

Mon, 25 Jan 2027 05:00:00 GMT

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ReAD Newsletter Articles Due February 25 (25 Feb 2027)

Thu, 25 Feb 2027 05:00:00 GMT

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ReAD Newsletter Articles Due March 25 (25 Mar 2027)

Thu, 25 Mar 2027 04:00:00 GMT

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ReAD Newsletter Articles Due April 25 (25 Apr 2027)

Sun, 25 Apr 2027 04:00:00 GMT

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ReAD Newsletter Articles Due May 25 (25 May 2027)

Tue, 25 May 2027 04:00:00 GMT

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NYSRA Local Council Reports Due (4 Jun 2027)

Fri, 04 Jun 2027 04:00:00 GMT

Reports from all NYSRA local councils are due to NYSRA Council Coordinator. Email councilcoordinator@nysreading.org if you have any questions.

ReAD Newsletter Articles Due June 25 (25 Jun 2027)

Fri, 25 Jun 2027 04:00:00 GMT

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