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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:#1F497D">At 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30, the Lt. Governor will be promoting the Summer Reading Program on Facebook! Please see below.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:#1F497D">Attached are instructions on how to create a Facebook watch party for your patrons. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:#1F497D">Thanks for all you do to keep kids reading and learning over the summer!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma","sans-serif"">From:</span></b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma","sans-serif""> Zillmann, Daniel, DCA
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:#1F497D">Below is a release that was just sent regarding the Lt. Gov. amplifying our summer reading program across the state, which runs through the end of July. Please
help support this event that will be hosted as a Facebook Premiere next Tuesday at 1pm on the New Mexico Culture Facebook page.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:#1F497D">Here is some text from the event:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif";color:#1D2129;background:white">The New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs and the
</span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/NewMexicoStateLibrary/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif";color:#385898;background:white">New Mexico State Library</span></a><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif";color:#1D2129;background:white">
have enlisted the help of </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LtGovMorales/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif";color:#385898;background:white">Lt. Governor Howie Morales</span></a><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif";color:#1D2129;background:white">
in promoting the importance of reading for children.</span><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif";color:#1D2129"><br>
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<span style="background:white">The Lieutenant Governor will read the children’s book “The Three Little Javelinas,” courtesy of the Silver City Public Library, during a Facebook Premiere event at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30, as part of the statewide summer reading
program that kicked off earlier this month.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:#1F497D">And here is a link to the event:
</span><a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=4tNED-2FM8iDZJQyQ53jATUb8Hzhz9hTfMErRs-2Fni8h9hM8G-2F4YctKKd2bwO9yXBTjSUyOx8D8LhtYoW-2Fw2WGp6w-3D-3DxNG1_uAGIKxVHnzoGVmPcnUwHmVu5PFHOOprOlBh2d3Z-2BYs4keMyRKztWPt8KV7AY3xqBWI-2FcmDnZrp168LiiH36pfe9hgsYubEMBw2E0r01IEB45aH6SGgv-2FVJAaiC7MrmLInvmeuAiKY7pSovg-2B9gVLwa6sVCo4lkKDJVwTMx7kW1wA2SVER9px1NKvOeFi6Qi0MFiGu8UXL4d-2FfZ7x67-2B1lNLeJhHB1MCObW74FrU8lC0cl14s72t0Biseqbkptp4MMjOd2I90XYLq2bGUaj2T0EHJoMhBIuOq0gifm5gw22qHBtZQqHGl-2F4UC7qGtgD77t9aPIxFSw1PANbY2m6RCL1OgImeWADiQYNT1av5FFU0-3D"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"">www.facebook.com/events/304021257445512/</span></a><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:#1F497D">I’ve attached an FAQ on creating a watch party if you would like to participate in that way.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:#1F497D">Best, and have a great weekend!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<b>Sent:</b> Friday, June 26, 2020 10:52 AM<br>
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<b>Subject:</b> [EXT] Lt. Gov. Morales Joins DCA, State Libraries in Pushing Summer Reading Program to Kids Across New Mexico<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p align="center" style="text-align:center"><strong><span style="font-size:15.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">Lt. Gov. Morales Joins DCA, State Libraries in Pushing Summer Reading Program to Kids Across New Mexico</span></strong><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span><strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE</span></strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">: June 26, 2020 (SANTA FE, N.M.) – The New Mexico Department
of Cultural Affairs and the New Mexico State Library have enlisted the help of Lt. Gov. Howie Morales in promoting the importance of reading for children.</span><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">The Lieutenant Governor will read the children’s book “The Three Little Javelinas,” written by Susan Lowell and illustrated
by Jim Harris, courtesy of the Silver City Public Library, during a Facebook Premiere event at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30, as part of the statewide summer reading program that kicked off earlier this month. To access the event, visit
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www.facebook.com/events/304021257445512/</a>.</span><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">"I encourage parents across New Mexico to make reading throughout the rest of this summer a top priority for their children – it’s so important!" said Lt. Gov. Morales. "When school
is out for the summer and kids don’t have a lot of structure in their days – especially now – our children don’t spend enough time reading. Reading every day is fun, and it will help maintain their skills, preparing them for when school returns.
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<p><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">"Our local libraries are running summer reading programs that are invaluable to parents. Visit your library with your children often – they are all offering great prizes for readers,
challenges, recognition, and super educational online events. This summer stay in close touch and use our excellent libraries to benefit the next generations of New Mexicans."</span><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">More than 100 public libraries from the across state are taking part in this year's summer reading program, which began on June 1. Events and prizes for those who have logged their
reading time have been generously sponsored by the New Mexico Library Foundation. This year’s theme is “Imagine Your Story.”</span><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">"The summer reading program promotes healthy reading habits, encourages the use of imagination, and prevents what is commonly referred to as the summer slide," said DCA Cabinet Secretary
Debra Garcia y Griego. "We’re pleased that we are able to offer all New Mexicans an opportunity to participate in this valuable experience."</span><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">Libraries that are closed to the public this summer have implemented a virtual reading program with contactless curbside pickup service. Additionally, the State Library has made
e-books available until August for state residents to borrow. The statewide summer reading program is expected to run until July 31.</span><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">According to a survey conducted by the State Library following last year’s summer reading program, 81.34% of parents and/or guardians reported that their children’s amount of reading
time increased, and nearly 80% said their children’s enjoyment of reading increased. </span><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">For reading logs, a map of participating public library systems, and information on other program-related events, please visit <a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=4tNED-2FM8iDZJQyQ53jATUddqmFoVOOCqYbPBvheIg7-2FurLemj36gtv7KbPQt8ke1dExA_uAGIKxVHnzoGVmPcnUwHmVu5PFHOOprOlBh2d3Z-2BYs4keMyRKztWPt8KV7AY3xqBWI-2FcmDnZrp168LiiH36pfe9hgsYubEMBw2E0r01IEB45aH6SGgv-2FVJAaiC7MrmLInvmeuAiKY7pSovg-2B9gVLwa6sVCo4lkKDJVwTMx7kW1wA2SVER9px1NKvOeFi6Qi0MFiGu8UXL4d-2FfZ7x67-2B1lDHyu-2FLFj2zzLIFCrJwmwCvPpltvKO0bRNYO415XRsv2NXBPHm0FZ-2FZIuZ4u-2FMxNkHxxGn5KNZW7BzticxJgSivLxbRmN1SbkLzjSvaBGKBO7aH3smnaTnDEADP-2B1-2F9nCovgMJ-2FOwYCPxCb4GNNrPZQ-3D" target="_blank">https://summerreading.nmculture.org</a>.
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<p><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">The summer reading program is funded in part by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of New Mexico through the New Mexico State
Library, a division of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs. </span><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">About the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs</span></strong><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">Created in 1978 by the New Mexico Legislature, the Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA) is New Mexico’s cultural steward, charged with preserving and showcasing the state’s cultural
riches. With its eight museums, seven historic sites, arts, archaeology, historic preservation, and library programs, the DCA is one of the largest and most diverse state cultural agencies in the country. Together, the facilities, programs, and services of
the Department support a $5.6 billion cultural industry in New Mexico.</span></em><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><em><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black">Events, news releases, and images related to activities in divisions of the DCA can be accessed at
<a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=mpkt3et7aBhE1y7FXZskzrO0q7rlshix4o-2FyKGDFWi8-2BWRPUbIQy3Frr84LgzllGCpQ-_uAGIKxVHnzoGVmPcnUwHmVu5PFHOOprOlBh2d3Z-2BYs4keMyRKztWPt8KV7AY3xqBWI-2FcmDnZrp168LiiH36pfe9hgsYubEMBw2E0r01IEB45aH6SGgv-2FVJAaiC7MrmLInvmeuAiKY7pSovg-2B9gVLwa6sVCo4lkKDJVwTMx7kW1wA2SVER9px1NKvOeFi6Qi0MFiGu8UXL4d-2FfZ7x67-2B1lDkV49JT7dXeui-2FmyThwGQgFlDTTzwVC1kr7sx-2Fsu9-2B4GJPVWKfgefE8oht4VhzZAUWAawvcxliBSI-2BtsqafJqXVIL-2F-2FZdUEdZXvDDysLEkGgiGA-2BMDu-2FG07h3XsXjFCF6pFKq-2F1nSlABGp8OKqii8M-3D" target="_blank">
media.newmexicoculture.org</a>.</span></em><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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