Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Place: Online at https://www.libraryjournal.com/event/Open-Books-Open-Minds-2025
Cost: Free
A co-production of SLJ, LJ, and The Horn Book, this day-long event will convene authors, teachers, librarians, literacy experts, and other education leaders as well as product and services providers to elevate the love of reading and the celebrate the process of fostering engaged reading environments.
The day will convene those who together make up an umbrella of care about literacy building—to share the tools, best practices, and learnings that support them; gather inspiration from the initiatives and advocacy that put books and reading front and center; hear about new books and how authors connect to learning; and elevate and enjoy the value and impact of this important collective work.
The virtual event on September 18 will engage all stakeholders dedicated to increasing literacy rates: superintendents, school and public librarians, principals, reading and curriculum advisors, teachers, and administrators. Look forward to expert panels, author talks, keynotes, downloadable resources, sponsored thought-leadership presentations, product exhibits, and more.