Conferences / en Core President's Program features Jay Ellis /news/2024/06/core-presidents-program-features-jay-ellis <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Core President's Program features Jay Ellis</span> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"> <html><body><p>CHICAGO—Join <a href="/core">Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures</a> on Saturday, June 29, 4 p.m. PT during Annual 2024 in San Diego, CA, for the Core President's Program featuring actor and star of HBO's <em>Insecure </em>Jay Ellis. Ellis will be discussing his new memoir, <em>Did Everyone Have an Imaginary Friend (Or Just Me)?</em></p> <p>Born in Sumter, South Carolina, to a military family, Jay Ellis spent his childhood inventing new personas for every town he landed in. Too many to count. After college, he realized the NBA wasn’t good enough for him and he didn’t want to crush other players’ dreams as he dominated the league so he decided to take his one-man show to Hollywood, where he got his start on BET’s The Game. Now an accomplished actor, philanthropist, and entrepreneur, Ellis is best known for his role as Lawrence on HBO’s Insecure, for which he won an NAACP Image Award. He appeared alongside Tom Cruise, flying jets through the skies, in the Oscar-nominated film in Top Gun: Maverick. When he’s not on set filming he spends the majority of his days cleaning up the messes that his daughter’s imaginary friend “Jack” made. Karma.</p> <p>Visit <a href="/core/core-ala-annual-2024">Core at Annual 2024</a> for more information on Core's Annual preconferences, special events and programs.</p> <p>This program is sponsored by Core 2024 Annual Events Diamond Sponsor, OCLC.</p> <p><img src="https://www.oclc.org/content/dam/oclc/news/design/mk-oclc-lf-th.png" alt="OCLC logo, color without tagline"></p> <p><strong>About Core</strong></p> <p><a href="/core">Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures</a> is the national association that advances the profession of librarians and information providers in central roles of leadership and management, collections and technical services, and technology. Our mission is to cultivate and amplify the collective expertise of library workers in core functions through community building, advocacy, and learning. Core is a division of the ϲʿapp. Follow us on our <a href="https://alacorenews.org">Blog</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/core_ala/?hl=en">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ala-core/">LinkedIn</a>.</p> </body> </html></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>MBLIXTSHEHAN</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-06-03T14:50:55-05:00" title="Monday, June 3, 2024 - 14:50" class="datetime">Mon, 06/03/2024 - 14:50</time> </span> <div class="field field--name-field-additional-media field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="max-w-full lg:max-w-940 mx-auto text-center mt-12"> <div class="inline-block relative"> <img src="alt=" height="width=" class="max-w-full lg:max-w-[940px] max-h-[540px] w-auto m-auto"> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-categories/conferences" hreflang="en">Conferences</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/taxonomy/term/557" hreflang="en">Annual Conference</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-category/event" hreflang="en">Event</a></div> <div class="field field--name-field-contact-information field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--contact-information paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="flex justify-center my-9 lg:my-[3.125rem] px-[1.25rem]"> <div class="max-w-[356px] bg-[#EEF5F7] font-urw px-5 py-[30px] text-center text-[15px] w-full"> <p class="font-bold uppercase">Contact:</p> <p class="text-[15px]">Tom Ferren</p> <p class="mb-0">Deputy Director of Learning and Events</p> <p class="mb-0">ϲʿapp</p> <p class="mb-0">Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures</p> <a class="mb-0 underline hover:no-underline" href="mailto: tferren@ala.org">tferren@ala.org</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-header-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="max-w-full lg:max-w-940 mx-auto text-center mt-12"> <div class="inline-block relative"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image/public/2024-06/Sq2%20-%20Jay%20Ellis%20author%20headshot%20%28c%29%20Valentina%20Cy%20%28002%29%20%28002%29.png?itok=rQHD8jQZ" alt="Headshot" of jay ellis height="1361" width="1416" class="max-w-full lg:max-w-[940px] max-h-[540px] w-auto m-auto"> </div> </div> </div> </div> Mon, 03 Jun 2024 19:50:55 +0000 MBLIXTSHEHAN 60558 at ACRL 2025 opening keynote speaker announced /news/2024/05/acrl-2025-opening-keynote-speaker-announced <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">ACRL 2025 opening keynote speaker announced</span> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"> <html><body><p>CHICAGO – The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) is pleased to announce Ruha Benjamin as the opening keynote speaker for the ACRL 2025 Conference, “Democratizing Knowledge, Access, and Opportunities,” to be held April 2-5, 2025, in Minneapolis and online.</p> <p>Professor of African American Studies at Princeton University, Benjamin is the Founding Director of the Ida B. Wells Just Data Lab and author of the award-winning book “Race After Technology: Abolitionist Tools for the New Jim Code,” among many other publications. Her work investigates the social dimensions of science, medicine and technology with a focus on the relationship between innovation and inequity, health and justice, knowledge and power.</p> <p>Benjamin earned a BA in Sociology and Anthropology from Spelman College, MA and PhD in Sociology from the University of California Berkeley and completed postdoctoral fellowships at UCLA’s Institute for Society &amp; Genetics and Harvard University’s Science, Technology &amp; Society Program. She is the recipient of numerous awards and fellowships including from the American Council of Learned Societies, National Science Foundation, Marguerite Casey Foundation 2020 Freedom Scholar Award and the President’s Award for Distinguished Teaching at Princeton. Learn more about Benjamin at <a href="http://www.ruhabenjamin.com">www.ruhabenjamin.com</a>.</p> <p>Additional details about the ACRL 2025 Conference are available on the <a href="https://web.cvent.com/event/98632c12-9bee-4ab5-bb05-5fcf69f453a4/summary">conference website</a>. Conference registration opens in September 2024. The <a href="https://web.cvent.com/event/98632c12-9bee-4ab5-bb05-5fcf69f453a4/websitePage:3edd7060-b06c-46f9-b46e-67e3ece718fa">proposal submission</a> deadline for contributed paper, panel session, and workshop proposals is June 7, 2024. The deadline for lightning talk, poster session, roundtable discussion, and virtual conference presentation proposals is October 18, 2024. Scholarship <a href="https://web.cvent.com/event/98632c12-9bee-4ab5-bb05-5fcf69f453a4/websitePage:2b078385-c57c-40d7-8574-42c18e8f1e14">applications</a> are due October 11, 2024.</p> <p>For more information about ACRL 2025, contact ACRL Conference Manager Tory Ondrla at <a href="mailto:tondrla@ala.org">tondrla@ala.org</a>.</p> <p>##</p> <p>The Association of College &amp; Research Libraries (ACRL) is the higher education association for academic libraries and library workers. Representing nearly 8,500 individuals and libraries, ACRL (a division of the ϲʿapp) develops programs, products, and services to help those working in academic and research libraries learn, innovate, and lead within the academic community. Founded in 1940, ACRL is committed to advancing learning, transforming scholarship, and creating diverse and inclusive communities. Find ACRL on the <a href="http://www.acrl.org/">web</a>, <a href="http://facebook.com/ala.acrl">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/_ACRL">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ala_acrl/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/alaacrl/">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://www.threads.net/@ala_acrl">Threads</a>, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/ACRL/videos">YouTube</a>.</p> </body> </html></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>DFREE</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-05-21T13:38:37-05:00" title="Tuesday, May 21, 2024 - 13:38" class="datetime">Tue, 05/21/2024 - 13:38</time> </span> <div class="field field--name-field-additional-media field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="max-w-full lg:max-w-940 mx-auto text-center mt-12"> <div class="inline-block relative"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image/public/2024-05/Profile%20Photo_Highres_Credit%20Cyndi%20Shattuck.jpg?itok=6LoiYDku" alt="Ruha" benjamin giving a presentation height="4911" width="7359" class="max-w-full lg:max-w-[940px] max-h-[540px] w-auto m-auto"> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-categories/conferences" hreflang="en">Conferences</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/taxonomy/term/571" hreflang="en">ACRL Conference</a></div> <div class="field field--name-field-contact-information field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--contact-information paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="flex justify-center my-9 lg:my-[3.125rem] px-[1.25rem]"> <div class="max-w-[356px] bg-[#EEF5F7] font-urw px-5 py-[30px] text-center text-[15px] w-full"> <p class="font-bold uppercase">Contact:</p> <p class="text-[15px]">Tory Ondrla</p> <p class="mb-0">Conference Manager</p> <p class="mb-0">ACRL</p> <a class="mb-0 underline hover:no-underline" href="mailto: tondrla@ala.org">tondrla@ala.org</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-header-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="max-w-full lg:max-w-940 mx-auto text-center mt-12"> <div class="inline-block relative"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image/public/2024-05/Benjamin_FB.png?itok=WKXLvHhQ" alt="Ruha" benjamin acrl opening keynote graphic height="628" width="1200" class="max-w-full lg:max-w-[940px] max-h-[540px] w-auto m-auto"> </div> </div> </div> </div> Tue, 21 May 2024 18:38:37 +0000 DFREE 60501 at Academy Award-nominated actor, mental health advocate, and author Taraji P. Henson to present at 2024 Annual Conference & Exhibition in San Diego /news/2024/04/academy-award-nominated-actor-mental-health-advocate-and-author-taraji-p-henson <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Academy Award-nominated actor, mental health advocate, and author Taraji P. Henson to present at 2024 Annual Conference &amp; Exhibition in San Diego</span> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"> <html><body><p>CHICAGO — Today, the ϲʿapp () announced that Academy Award-nominated actor, producer, author, and mental health advocate Taraji P. Henson will present at the <a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/"> 2024 Annual Conference &amp; Exhibition</a>. The conference will be held at the <a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/hotels-travel/san-diego-convention-center">San Diego Convention Center</a> and surrounding hotels in San Diego, California, June 27-July 2, 2024.</p> <p><a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/featured-speakers/taraji-p-henson">Henson</a> joins Annual to discuss her new book, “You Can Be a Good Friend (No Matter What!).” The debut picture book, illustrated by Paul Kellam, and available June 24, 2024, promotes mental wellness, learning socialization skills, embracing the importance of standing in your own uniqueness, and promoting friendship over bullying. It’s the perfect read for easing back-to-school jitters for the new school year, helping children (ages 4-8) overcome anxieties, and classroom/library story time and bedtime reading.</p> <p>In 2018, Henson, and her best friend, Tracie Jade Jenkins, co-founded the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation (BLHF) honoring the legacy of Henson’s father, Boris Lawrence Henson, who battled untreated mental health issues after returning from the Vietnam War. Motivated by their own experiences and the glaring absence of culturally relevant mental health support, they took a bold step forward and established BLHF with a clear mission: to destigmatize mental health within the Black community and enhance accessibility. The foundation promotes mental health awareness and provides resources and services aimed at tackling the mental health crisis.</p> <p> Annual <a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/registration/rates-and-registration">Registration</a> is open.</p> <p>The 2024 Annual Conference &amp; Exhibition invites library professionals from around the world to engage in a variety of professional development opportunities, including the President’s Program with President Emily Drabinski; division, chair, and round table sessions that will focus on the important topics and challenges that libraries face today; leadership programs, Governance sessions, and more. The event will host 175+ education programs, 700+ speakers/authors, and 470+ exhibitors.</p> <p><a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/library-marketplace-exhibits-stages-resources">The Library Marketplace </a>will feature exhibitors showcasing innovative products, services, and titles; publishers that will host established and new authors on nine live stages; “Meet the Authors” and the “Autographing Area” allowing opportunities for attendees to chat with authors and have books signed; e-zine and maker spaces for creative projects; the Podcast Recording Booth, where authors will record podcasts, free advanced reading copies of books, The Beach @ , and additional fun activities.</p> <p>The <a href="/educationcareers/employment/placement"> JobLIST Placement and Career Development Center</a> will offer career coaching, Mentoring on the Fly, an Open House and Job Fair, photography services, resume reviews, and career guidance workshops.</p> <p><a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/explore-san-diego">San Diego</a> is the 2024 Annual host city and offers beautiful outdoor landscapes and weather, museums, restaurants, the San Diego Central Library, and other fun places to visit.</p> <p> Registrants are now able to build their personalized schedules in the <a href="https://annual2024.eventscribe.net/">Conference Scheduler</a>. More sessions and activities will be added soon.</p> <p>Get updates from the <a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/">2024 Annual Conference &amp; Exhibition </a>and follow #<a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23AC24&amp;src=hashtag_click">AC24</a> and social media at <a href="https://twitter.com/Library?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor"> Twitter</a>/X, <a href="https://twitter.com/Conferences?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor"> Conferences Twitter</a>/X, <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/AmericanLibraryAssociation/__;!!JQLRTQIztKY!zm1BcbMZMpIlijy5IuOt0qOmVJ1EDyDfAB1HCTdVg6COPkTg4Dj0R-h4z_y205pg8R0%24"> Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.instagram.com/americanlibraryassociation/__;!!JQLRTQIztKY!zm1BcbMZMpIlijy5IuOt0qOmVJ1EDyDfAB1HCTdVg6COPkTg4Dj0R-h4z_y2VHp0jO4%24">Instagram</a>.</p> <p>Media interested in registering for the session may contact the Communications and Marketing Office at <a href="mailto:cmomedia@ala.org">cmomedia@ala.org</a>.</p> <p>About the ϲʿapp<br>The ϲʿapp () is the foremost national organization providing resources to inspire library and information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more than 140 years, the has been the trusted voice for academic, public, school, government and special libraries, advocating for the profession and the library’s role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all. For more information, visit <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/ala.org/__;!!JQLRTQIztKY!zm1BcbMZMpIlijy5IuOt0qOmVJ1EDyDfAB1HCTdVg6COPkTg4Dj0R-h4z_y2l6EyMg8%24">ala.org</a>.</p> </body> </html></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>JCARMICHAEL</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-04-25T19:14:54-05:00" title="Thursday, April 25, 2024 - 19:14" class="datetime">Thu, 04/25/2024 - 19:14</time> </span> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/taxonomy/term/557" hreflang="en">Annual Conference</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-categories/conferences" hreflang="en">Conferences</a></div> <div class="field field--name-field-contact-information field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--contact-information paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="flex justify-center my-9 lg:my-[3.125rem] px-[1.25rem]"> <div class="max-w-[356px] bg-[#EEF5F7] font-urw px-5 py-[30px] text-center text-[15px] w-full"> <p class="font-bold uppercase">Contact:</p> <p class="text-[15px]">Donna Hunter</p> <p class="mb-0">Conference Marketing Specialist</p> <p class="mb-0">ϲʿapp</p> <p class="mb-0">Conference Services</p> <a class="mb-0 underline hover:no-underline" href="mailto: dhunter@ala.org">dhunter@ala.org</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-header-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image-gallery paragraph--view-mode--default"> <!-- Slider main container --> <div class="carousel-container wrapper py-[105px]"> <div class="relative lg:max-w-940 mx-auto"> <div class="next-btn absolute"></div> <div class="prev-btn absolute"></div> <div style="--swiper-navigation-color: #fff; --swiper-pagination-color: #fff" class="swiper imageGallery max-w-full lg:max-w-940 mb-3 flex flex-col"> <div class="swiper-wrapper items-center text-center"> <div class="swiper-slide"> <div class="inline-block relative"> <picture> <source srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/image_gallery_md/public/2024-04/Henson%20pic%20photo%20credit%20Mr.%20D%20Adams--.JPG.webp?itok=OCB2qWzf 1x" media="all and (min-width: 768px)" type="image/webp" width="320" height="480"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/image_gallery_sm/public/2024-04/Henson%20pic%20photo%20credit%20Mr.%20D%20Adams--.JPG.webp?itok=uOmgutAM" width="200" height="300" alt="Taraji P. 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June 27-July 2, 2024. ϲʿapp." class="!w-full !h-full"> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Fri, 26 Apr 2024 00:14:54 +0000 JCARMICHAEL 60287 at PLA wraps 2024 conference with strong attendance and engagement /news/2024/04/pla-wraps-2024-conference-strong-attendance-and-engagement <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">PLA wraps 2024 conference with strong attendance and engagement</span> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"> <html><body><p>CHICAGO - The Public Library Association (PLA) welcomed more than 7,500 public library workers, supporters, and vendors nationwide to celebrate all things public libraries at the PLA 2024 Conference, April 3–5, in Columbus, Ohio, and at the virtual conference. From groundbreaking initiatives to state-of-the-art technologies, participants delved into the field's latest trends, exemplary practices, and responsive solutions.</p> <p>“Continuously adapting to provide essential resources that address changing needs, libraries foster opportunities for cultural exchange, inviting all to explore ideas and diverse perspectives while staunchly defending the freedom to read,” said PLA President Sonia Alcántara-Antoine. “Whether one is a public library professional, advocate, or industry stakeholder, PLA 2024 provided an exceptional platform for networking, knowledge-sharing, and active engagement in a professional movement aimed at shaping the future landscape of public library services.”</p> <p>Tailored explicitly to cater to the needs of public library professionals, PLA 2024 celebrated innovation, inclusivity, and community empowerment. Standing-room-only sessions addressed topics ranging from partnering to address social service needs to protecting the freedom to read to building leadership and equity. Conference participants visited more than 280 exhibitors; helped stuff more than 1,500 essentials bags for the <a href="https://www.csb.org/">Community Shelter Board</a> to support people experiencing homelessness; experienced some canine therapy in the Dog Park; and enjoyed Columbus’ hospitality. Overall, the PLA 2024 conference brought an estimated economic impact of $10 million to the city, as reported by Experience Columbus.</p> <p>The conference began with inspiring remarks from <strong>Shola Richards</strong>, the bestselling author of "Making Work Work” and "Go Together." With a focus on workplace civility, Richards has earned global recognition for his passionate advocacy of kindness-driven change, extending his influence across diverse arenas, including leading universities, healthcare institutions, Silicon Valley, and the TEDx stage.</p> <p>The conference's Big Idea Series, featuring acclaimed author and co-founder of the Abolitionist Teaching Network, <strong>Dr. Bettina Love</strong>, and climate change writer <strong>Mary Annaïse Heglar</strong>, drew significant interest, focusing on youth education, social justice, and anti-racism. Attendees also had the opportunity to engage with other esteemed authors such as <strong>Gennifer Choldenko</strong>, <strong>Fiona Davis</strong>, <strong>Amanda Jones</strong>, <strong>Loren Long</strong>, <strong>Daniel Nayeri</strong>, <strong>Molly Knox Ostertag</strong>, <strong>Rainbow Rowell</strong>, <strong>Maleeha Siddiqui</strong>, and <strong>Greg Wands</strong>.</p> <p>The Closing Session, featuring comedian <strong>Dulcé Sloan</strong>, offered a delightful conclusion to the event. As one of the sharpest, fastest-rising voices in comedy, Sloan has been recognized by Variety magazine as one of the Top 10 Comedians to Watch. Her first memoir, “Hello, Friends!: Stories of Dating, Destiny, and Day Jobs,” provides a comedic glimpse into the life of one of the country’s most exciting comedians.</p> <p>Visit <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD9DUiXzel3qpNrj2Rqi1bg">PLA's YouTube channel</a> to catch video highlights from the conference and more. Conference merchandise and other PLA publications and products can also be found in the <a href="https://alagraphics-gift-shop.myspreadshop.com/"> Store</a>. PLA 2026 will take place in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and <a href="/pla/education/onlinelearning">PLA online learning</a> is available all year round.</p> <p><strong>About the Public Library Association</strong><br>The Public Library Association (PLA) is the largest association dedicated to supporting the unique and evolving needs of public library professionals. Founded in 1944, PLA serves nearly 9,000 members in public libraries large and small in communities across the United States and Canada, with a growing presence around the world. PLA strives to help its members shape the essential institution of public libraries by serving as an indispensable ally for public library leaders. For more information about PLA, contact the PLA office at 1 (800) 545-2433, ext. 5PLA, or <a href="mailto:pla@ala.org">pla@ala.org</a>.</p> </body> </html></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>RAGARCIA</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-04-17T09:45:45-05:00" title="Wednesday, April 17, 2024 - 09:45" class="datetime">Wed, 04/17/2024 - 09:45</time> </span> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-categories/conferences" hreflang="en">Conferences</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/award-winner-detail-category/county-library" hreflang="en">PLA Conference</a></div> <div class="field field--name-field-contact-information field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--contact-information paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="flex justify-center my-9 lg:my-[3.125rem] px-[1.25rem]"> <div class="max-w-[356px] bg-[#EEF5F7] font-urw px-5 py-[30px] text-center text-[15px] w-full"> <p class="font-bold uppercase">Contact:</p> <p class="text-[15px]">Eliana Tang Kleiman</p> <p class="mb-0">Communications Associate</p> <p class="mb-0">Public Library Association</p> <a class="mb-0 underline hover:no-underline" href="mailto: ekleiman@ala.org">ekleiman@ala.org</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-header-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image-gallery paragraph--view-mode--default"> <!-- Slider main container --> <div class="carousel-container wrapper py-[105px]"> <div class="relative lg:max-w-940 mx-auto"> <div class="next-btn absolute"></div> <div class="prev-btn absolute"></div> <div style="--swiper-navigation-color: #fff; --swiper-pagination-color: #fff" class="swiper imageGallery max-w-full lg:max-w-940 mb-3 flex flex-col"> <div class="swiper-wrapper items-center text-center"> <div class="swiper-slide"> <div class="inline-block relative"> <picture> <source srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/image_gallery_md/public/2024-04/KinserStudios-PLA2024-7138.jpg.webp?itok=TpHNSDV3 1x" media="all and (min-width: 768px)" type="image/webp" width="720" height="480"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/image_gallery_sm/public/2024-04/KinserStudios-PLA2024-7138.jpg.webp?itok=BcjRNAE2" width="450" height="300" alt="Two speakers engaging at the podium in front of an audience. 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Winners and their clients will be honored and showcased during an awards ceremony at the Annual Conference in San Diego. The submission deadline has been extended through April 9.</p> <p>Open to any interior designer, interior architect, or architect, the IIDA/ Library Interior Design Awards highlight library interior design projects in the following categories:</p> <ul> <li>Public Libraries 30,000 sq. ft. &amp; smaller </li> <li>Public Libraries Over 30,000 sq. ft. </li> <li>Academic Libraries 30,000 sq. ft. &amp; smaller </li> <li>Academic Libraries Over 30,000 sq. ft. </li> <li>Special Libraries 30,000 sq. ft. &amp; smaller </li> <li>Special Libraries Over 30,000 sq. ft. </li> <li>Outstanding Historical Renovation Project </li> <li>Single Space: a small project that focuses on a specific room or area in a library</li> <li>On the Boards: a project currently in the design phase and not under construction </li> </ul> <p>Projects must be completed during or after October 2020. Previously published projects will also be accepted. Additionally, library projects in the design phase are welcomed and can be submitted to the “On the Boards” category.</p> <p>For more information and to submit to the IIDA/ Library Interior Design Awards, <a href="https://iida.org/submissions/2024-ala-iida-library-interior-design-awards">please visit the 2024 /IIDA Library Interior Design Awards web page</a>.</p> <p><strong>About Core</strong><br><a href="/core/">Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures</a> is the national association that advances the profession of librarians and information providers in central roles of leadership and management, collections and technical services, and technology. Our mission is to cultivate and amplify the collective expertise of library workers in core functions through community building, advocacy and learning. Core is a division of the ϲʿapp. Follow us on our <a href="https://alacorenews.org/">Blog</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Core_/">Instagram</a>, or <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/93319007/admin/feed/posts/">LinkedIn</a>.</p> </body> </html></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>AROBBIN</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-04-05T13:26:56-05:00" title="Friday, April 5, 2024 - 13:26" class="datetime">Fri, 04/05/2024 - 13:26</time> </span> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-categories/awards" hreflang="en">Awards</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/taxonomy/term/555" hreflang="en">Awards (Professional Recognition)</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-categories/conferences" hreflang="en">Conferences</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/taxonomy/term/557" hreflang="en">Annual Conference</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/taxonomy/term/561" hreflang="en">Diversity</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-category/event" hreflang="en">Event</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-categories/leadership-development" hreflang="en">Leadership Development</a></div> <div class="field field--name-field-contact-information field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--contact-information paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="flex justify-center my-9 lg:my-[3.125rem] px-[1.25rem]"> <div class="max-w-[356px] bg-[#EEF5F7] font-urw px-5 py-[30px] text-center text-[15px] w-full"> <p class="font-bold uppercase">Contact:</p> <p class="text-[15px]">Amber Robbin</p> <p class="mb-0">Membership and Marketing Manager</p> <p class="mb-0">Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures</p> <a class="mb-0 underline hover:no-underline" href="mailto: arobbin@ala.org">arobbin@ala.org</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-header-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image-gallery paragraph--view-mode--default"> <!-- Slider main container --> <div class="carousel-container wrapper py-[105px]"> <div class="relative lg:max-w-940 mx-auto"> <div class="next-btn absolute"></div> <div class="prev-btn absolute"></div> <div style="--swiper-navigation-color: #fff; 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Exhibition in San Diego</span> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"> <html><body><p>CHICAGO — Today, the ϲʿapp () announced two speakers that will present at the <a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/"> 2024 Annual Conference &amp; Exhibition</a>. The conference will be held at the <a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/hotels-travel/san-diego-convention-center">San Diego Convention Center</a> and surrounding hotels in San Diego, California, June 27-July 2.</p> <p><a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/featured-speakers/ali-velshi">Ali Velshi </a>is an award-winning journalist; host of "Velshi and Chief Correspondent for MSNBC;" and a weekly economics contributor to NPR’s "Here And Now." He hosts the “Velshi Banned Book Club” on MSNBC, and the “Velshi Banned Book Club” podcast. He has covered multiple U.S. Midterm and Presidential elections and significant news stories around the globe, including extensive reporting from Israel during the war with Hamas, Ukraine and across Central and Eastern Europe during the Russian invasion, the Syrian refugee crisis from Turkey and Jordan, the Iran Nuclear Deal in Tehran, and the Greek debt crisis in Athens. Velshi is known for his immersive on-the-ground reporting and his interactive discussions with small groups, which form part of his ongoing series, "Velshi Across America." He previously worked as an anchor and correspondent for Al Jazeera America and CNN.</p> <p>Velshi will discuss his new book "Small Acts of Courage: A Legacy of Endurance and the Fight for Democracy," available May 2024. Velshi taps into 125 years of family history to advocate for social justice as a living, breathing experience—a way of life more than an ideology. He relates the stories of regular people who made a lasting commitment to fight for change, even when success seemed impossible. It is a heartfelt exploration of how we can breathe new life into the principles of pluralistic democracy, an urgent call to action—for progress to be possible, we must all do whatever we can to make a difference.</p> <p><a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/featured-speakers/maggie-nichols">Maggie Nichols </a>is a five-time National Team Member on the US Gymnastics team, a World Champion and World Bronze Medalist, six-time individual National Champion, and NCAA Women's Gymnastics Champion. She will join us to discuss her official memoir, "Unstoppable!," available now. The inspirational tell-all, with an introduction written by Simone Biles, offers an intimate look into the world of elite gymnastics, the sexual abuse scandal that shattered lives and dreams, and how she risked everything in the name of justice. She now tells this story in her own words: a story of hope, trauma, reclamation, and above all, triumph.</p> <p> Annual <a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/registration/rates-and-registration">Registration</a> is open.</p> <p>The 2024 Annual Conference &amp; Exhibition invites library professionals from around the world to engage in a variety of professional development opportunities, including the President’s Program with President Emily Drabinski; division, chair, and round table sessions that will focus on the important topics and challenges that libraries face today; leadership programs, Governance sessions, and more. The event will host 175+ education programs, 700+ speakers/authors, and 650+ exhibitors.</p> <p><a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/library-marketplace-exhibits-stages-resources">The Library Marketplace </a>will feature exhibitors showcasing innovative products, services, and titles; publishers that will host established and new authors on nine live stages; “Meet the Authors” and the “Autographing Area” allowing opportunities for attendees to chat with authors and have books signed; e-zine and makerspaces for creative projects; the Podcast Recording Booth, where authors will record podcasts, free advanced reading copies of books, The Beach @ , and additional fun activities.</p> <p>The <a href="/educationcareers/employment/placement"> JobLIST Placement and Career Development Center</a> will offer career coaching, Mentoring on the Fly, an Open House and Job Fair, photography services, resume reviews, and career guidance workshops.</p> <p><a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/explore-san-diego">San Diego</a> is the 2024 Annual host city and offers beautiful outdoor landscapes and weather, museums, restaurants, the San Diego Central Library, and other fun places to visit.</p> <p>Visit the preliminary <a href="https://annual2024.eventscribe.net/">Conference Scheduler</a>, with education and President &amp; Chair programs, Ticketed Events, Featured Speakers, and Exhibitors. More sessions and activities will be added soon.</p> <p>Get updates from the <a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/">2024 Annual Conference &amp; Exhibition </a>and follow #<a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23AC24&amp;src=hashtag_click">AC24</a> and social media at <a href="https://twitter.com/Library?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor"> Twitter</a>/X, <a href="https://twitter.com/Conferences?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor"> Conferences Twitter</a>/X, <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/AmericanLibraryAssociation/__;!!JQLRTQIztKY!zm1BcbMZMpIlijy5IuOt0qOmVJ1EDyDfAB1HCTdVg6COPkTg4Dj0R-h4z_y205pg8R0%24"> Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.instagram.com/americanlibraryassociation/__;!!JQLRTQIztKY!zm1BcbMZMpIlijy5IuOt0qOmVJ1EDyDfAB1HCTdVg6COPkTg4Dj0R-h4z_y2VHp0jO4%24">Instagram</a>. </p> <p>Media interested in registering for the session may contact the Communications and Marketing Office at <a href="mailto:cmomedia@ala.org">cmomedia@ala.org</a>.</p> <p>About the ϲʿapp<br>The ϲʿapp () is the foremost national organization providing resources to inspire library and information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more than 140 years, the has been the trusted voice for academic, public, school, government and special libraries, advocating for the profession and the library’s role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all. For more information, visit <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/ala.org/__;!!JQLRTQIztKY!zm1BcbMZMpIlijy5IuOt0qOmVJ1EDyDfAB1HCTdVg6COPkTg4Dj0R-h4z_y2l6EyMg8%24">ala.org</a>.</p> </body> </html></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>DHUNTER</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-04-04T10:45:12-05:00" title="Thursday, April 4, 2024 - 10:45" class="datetime">Thu, 04/04/2024 - 10:45</time> </span> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/taxonomy/term/557" hreflang="en">Annual Conference</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-categories/conferences" hreflang="en">Conferences</a></div> <div class="field field--name-field-contact-information field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--contact-information paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="flex justify-center my-9 lg:my-[3.125rem] px-[1.25rem]"> <div class="max-w-[356px] bg-[#EEF5F7] font-urw px-5 py-[30px] text-center text-[15px] w-full"> <p class="font-bold uppercase">Contact:</p> <p class="text-[15px]">Donna Hunter</p> <p class="mb-0">Conference Marketing Specialist</p> <p class="mb-0">Conference Services</p> <a class="mb-0 underline hover:no-underline" href="mailto: dhunter@ala.org">dhunter@ala.org</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-header-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image-gallery paragraph--view-mode--default"> <!-- Slider main container --> <div class="carousel-container wrapper py-[105px]"> <div class="relative lg:max-w-940 mx-auto"> <div class="next-btn absolute"></div> <div class="prev-btn absolute"></div> <div style="--swiper-navigation-color: #fff; --swiper-pagination-color: #fff" class="swiper imageGallery max-w-full lg:max-w-940 mb-3 flex flex-col"> <div class="swiper-wrapper items-center text-center"> <div class="swiper-slide"> <div class="inline-block relative"> <picture> <source srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/image_gallery_md/public/2024-05/-Annual-2024-Logo-Tile-1080x1080_580x420.jpg.webp?itok=VvO68cdD 1x" media="all and (min-width: 768px)" type="image/webp" width="663" height="480"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/image_gallery_sm/public/2024-05/-Annual-2024-Logo-Tile-1080x1080_580x420.jpg.webp?itok=JGFPON0-" width="414" height="300" alt=" Annual Conference &amp; Exhibition: San Diego, June 27 - July 2, 2024. ϲʿapp"> </picture> <a aria-label="download image" class="absolute block bottom-[1.12rem] right-[1.12rem] z-20" href="/sites/default/files/2024-05/-Annual-2024-Logo-Tile-1080x1080_580x420.jpg" download><svg role="img" width="39" height="39" viewBox="0 0 39 39" fill="none" aria-hidden="true"> <g id="download_FILL0_wght400_GRAD0_opsz48 (2) 1"> <path id="Vector" d="M8.9375 32.5C8.2875 32.5 7.71875 32.2563 7.23125 31.7688C6.74375 31.2813 6.5 30.7125 6.5 30.0625V24.2531H8.9375V30.0625H30.0625V24.2531H32.5V30.0625C32.5 30.7125 32.2563 31.2813 31.7688 31.7688C31.2813 32.2563 30.7125 32.5 30.0625 32.5H8.9375ZM19.5 26.2844L11.6594 18.4438L13.4063 16.6969L18.2813 21.5719V6.5H20.7188V21.5719L25.5938 16.6969L27.3406 18.4438L19.5 26.2844Z" fill="white" /> </g> </svg> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div thumbsslider class="swiper imageGalleryThumb max-w-full lg:max-w-940 mt-4"> <div class="swiper-wrapper max-w-full"> <div class="swiper-slide max-w-[55px] sm:max-w-[100px] !w-full !h-fullz"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/-Annual-2024-Logo-Tile-1080x1080_580x420.jpg?itok=pkvOVkS1" alt=" Annual Conference &amp; Exhibition: San Diego, June 27 - July 2, 2024. ϲʿapp" class="!w-full !h-full"> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> Thu, 04 Apr 2024 15:45:12 +0000 DHUNTER 60140 at PLA announces new opening speaker for 2024 conference: Shola Richards /news/2024/03/pla-announces-new-opening-speaker-2024-conference-shola-richards <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">PLA announces new opening speaker for 2024 conference: Shola Richards</span> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"> <html><body><p>CHICAGO — The Public Library Association (PLA) is pleased to announce <a href="https://sholarichards.com/">Shola Richards</a>, founder and CEO of “Go Together” and best-selling author, will open the <a href="/news/press-releases/2024/01/placonference.org">PLA 2024 Conference</a>, taking place April 3–5, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio. Richards replaces Dr. Joy Buolamwini, who will no longer be able to keynote due to unforeseen circumstances.</p> <p>Richards is a dynamic keynote speaker, the best-selling author of "Making Work Work” and "Go Together," an in-demand workplace civility expert, and a prolific writer with a passionate worldwide following. His articles and popular Monday morning "Go Together Movement" email series have impacted people in over 160 countries, and his work has been featured on the Today Show, CBS This Morning, Forbes, Black Enterprise, and more.</p> <p>He is leading a worldwide movement to change the world based on how we treat each other at work. As a speaker, Richards has shared his powerful message with top universities, leading healthcare organizations, Silicon Valley, the motion picture industry, and on the TEDx stage. In 2021, he testified in the House of Representatives on Capitol Hill to share his expert recommendations on how to bring more civility to Congress.</p> <p>Richards also is a father, husband, identical twin, and self-professed "kindness extremist" who will not rest until bullying and incivility are extinct from the American workplace.</p> <p>The opening session, which is exclusively sponsored by OCLC, will take place on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 8:30-10 a.m. Eastern, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, Hall A. Richards joins an incredible roster of <a href="/news/member-news/2023/11/pla-announces-speakers-2024-conference-april-3-5">inspiring speakers</a> that includes Ta-Nehisi Coates, Dulcé Sloan, and Mary Annaïse Heglar.</p> <p>In addition to keynote speakers, the conference will feature more than 100 thoughtfully curated education sessions, author and publisher events, engaging networking opportunities, career services, micro-learning moments, and a bustling exhibits hall featuring the latest in products, services, and innovations. More than 6,500 library professionals will explore and share innovative and responsive solutions that address the evolving needs of community residents.</p> <p><strong>About the Public Library Association</strong><br>The Public Library Association (PLA) is the largest association dedicated to supporting the unique and evolving needs of public library professionals. Founded in 1944, PLA serves nearly 9,000 members in public libraries large and small in communities across the United States and Canada, with a growing presence around the world. PLA strives to help its members shape the essential institution of public libraries by serving as an indispensable ally for public library leaders. For more information about PLA, contact the PLA office at 1 (800) 545-2433, ext. 5PLA, or <a href="mailto:pla@ala.org">pla@ala.org</a></p> </body> </html></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>JCARMICHAEL</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-03-29T15:27:21-05:00" title="Friday, March 29, 2024 - 15:27" class="datetime">Fri, 03/29/2024 - 15:27</time> </span> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/award-winner-detail-category/county-library" hreflang="en">PLA Conference</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-categories/conferences" hreflang="en">Conferences</a></div> <div class="field field--name-field-contact-information field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--contact-information paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="flex justify-center my-9 lg:my-[3.125rem] px-[1.25rem]"> <div class="max-w-[356px] bg-[#EEF5F7] font-urw px-5 py-[30px] text-center text-[15px] w-full"> <p class="font-bold uppercase">Contact:</p> <p class="text-[15px]">Eliana Tang Kleiman</p> <p class="mb-0">Communications Associate</p> <p class="mb-0">Public Library Association</p> <a class="mb-0 underline hover:no-underline" href="mailto: ekleiman@ala.org">ekleiman@ala.org</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> Fri, 29 Mar 2024 20:27:21 +0000 JCARMICHAEL 60115 at President Emily Drabinski to host President’s Program at the 2024 Annual Conference & Exhibition in San Diego /news/2024/03/ala-president-emily-drabinski-host-ala-presidents-program-ala-2024-annual-conference <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden"> President Emily Drabinski to host President’s Program at the 2024 Annual Conference &amp; Exhibition in San Diego</span> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"> <html><body><p>CHICAGO — The ϲʿapp () announced today that President Emily Drabinski will host the President’s Program, featuring an esteemed panel of library practitioners, at the <a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/"> 2024 Annual Conference &amp; Exhibition</a>. The conference will be held at the <a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/hotels-travel/san-diego-convention-center">San Diego Convention Center</a> and surrounding hotels in San Diego, California, June 27-July 2, 2024.</p> <p>Join President Emily Drabinski; Midwood High School librarian Christina Gavin; Dorchester Road branch manager Gerald B. Moore; adult services librarian Kathleen Nubel; and Aztec Public Library director Angela Watkins at the <a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/featured-speakers/ala-presidents-program"> President’s Program, The Heart of Our Story: A Celebration of Library Workers—a panel session</a>. An invigorating panel session aimed to celebrate the profound influence library workers exert within their communities, highlighting their good work in big cities and rural communities, in the public eye, and just outside it.</p> <p> Annual <a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/registration/rates-and-registration">Registration</a> is open.</p> <p>The 2024 Annual Conference &amp; Exhibition invites library professionals from around the world to engage in a variety of professional development opportunities, including the President’s Program with President Emily Drabinski; division, chair, and round table sessions that will focus on the important topics and challenges that libraries face today; leadership programs, Governance sessions, and more. The event will host 175+ education programs, 700+ speakers/authors, and 650+ exhibitors.</p> <p><a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/library-marketplace-exhibits-stages-resources">The Library Marketplace </a>will feature exhibitors showcasing innovative products, services, and titles; publishers that will host established and new authors on nine live stages; “Meet the Authors” and the “Autographing Area” allowing opportunities for attendees to chat with authors and have books signed; e-zine and maker spaces for creative projects; the Podcast Recording Booth, where authors will record podcasts, free advanced reading copies of books, @ the Beach, and additional fun activities.</p> <p>The <a href="/educationcareers/employment/placement"> JobLIST Placement and Career Development Center</a> will offer career coaching, Mentoring on the Fly, an Open House and Job Fair, photography services, resume reviews, and career guidance workshops.</p> <p><a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/explore-san-diego">San Diego</a> is the 2024 Annual host city and offers beautiful outdoor landscapes and weather, museums, restaurants, the San Diego Central Library, and other fun places to visit.</p> <p>Visit the preliminary <a href="https://annual2024.eventscribe.net/">Conference Scheduler</a>, with education and President &amp; Chair programs, Ticketed Events, and exhibitors. Featured Speakers, leadership sessions, and activities will be added soon.</p> <p>Get updates from the <a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/">2024 Annual Conference &amp; Exhibition </a>and follow #<a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23AC24&amp;src=hashtag_click">AC24</a> and social media at <a href="https://twitter.com/Library?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor"> Twitter</a><a href="http://twitter.com/Library?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor">/X</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/Conferences?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor"> Conferences Twitter</a><a href="http://twitter.com/Conferences?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor">/X</a>, <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/AmericanLibraryAssociation/__;!!JQLRTQIztKY!zm1BcbMZMpIlijy5IuOt0qOmVJ1EDyDfAB1HCTdVg6COPkTg4Dj0R-h4z_y205pg8R0%24"> Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.instagram.com/americanlibraryassociation/__;!!JQLRTQIztKY!zm1BcbMZMpIlijy5IuOt0qOmVJ1EDyDfAB1HCTdVg6COPkTg4Dj0R-h4z_y2VHp0jO4%24">Instagram</a>. </p> <p>Media interested in registering for the session may contact the Communications and Marketing Office at <a href="mailto:cmomedia@ala.org">cmomedia@ala.org</a>.</p> <p><strong>About the ϲʿapp</strong><br>The ϲʿapp () is the foremost national organization providing resources to inspire library and information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more than 140 years, the has been the trusted voice for academic, public, school, government and special libraries, advocating for the profession and the library’s role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all. For more information, visit <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/ala.org/__;!!JQLRTQIztKY!zm1BcbMZMpIlijy5IuOt0qOmVJ1EDyDfAB1HCTdVg6COPkTg4Dj0R-h4z_y2l6EyMg8%24">ala.org</a>.</p> </body> </html></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>DHUNTER</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-03-28T13:31:48-05:00" title="Thursday, March 28, 2024 - 13:31" class="datetime">Thu, 03/28/2024 - 13:31</time> </span> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-categories/conferences" hreflang="en">Conferences</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/taxonomy/term/557" hreflang="en">Annual Conference</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/taxonomy/term/560" hreflang="en"> President</a></div> <div class="field field--name-field-contact-information field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--contact-information paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="flex justify-center my-9 lg:my-[3.125rem] px-[1.25rem]"> <div class="max-w-[356px] bg-[#EEF5F7] font-urw px-5 py-[30px] text-center text-[15px] w-full"> <p class="font-bold uppercase">Contact:</p> <p class="text-[15px]">Donna Hunter</p> <p class="mb-0">Conference Marketing Specialist</p> <p class="mb-0">Conference Services</p> <a class="mb-0 underline hover:no-underline" href="mailto: dhunter@ala.org">dhunter@ala.org</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-header-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image-gallery paragraph--view-mode--default"> <!-- Slider main container --> <div class="carousel-container wrapper py-[105px]"> <div class="relative lg:max-w-940 mx-auto"> <div class="next-btn absolute"></div> <div class="prev-btn absolute"></div> <div style="--swiper-navigation-color: #fff; 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Attendees will learn about the selection of appropriate texts, how to prepare texts for storytime, translation practices to produce materials, and bilingual facilitation to implement programs that are rich in early literacy practices, linguistically sound, and culturally affirming. They will also engage in a sing-along to learn new songs, rhymes and finger plays – complete with manipulatives.</p> <p><a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/ticketed-events#ALSC">Bilingual Storytime Academy</a><br>Friday, June 28, 2024 | 9:00am – 12:00pm </p> <p>Presenter<br>Sheridan Jay Cazarez, Youth Services Librarian, Long Beach (CA) Public Library</p> <p>Registration<br>ALSC Members: $79 Advance | $89 Standard<br> Members: $94 Advance | $109 Standard<br>Other Member: $94 Advance | $109 Standard<br>Non-Member: $109 Advance | $119 Standard</p> <p>View the complete <a href="/alsc/alsc-ala-annual-conference">ALSC @ 2024 Annual Conference programming on ALSC’s website</a>. </p> <p>For questions or comments related to ALSC continuing education events, please contact Sarah C. Polen, ALSC Deputy Director, at <a href="mailto:spolen@ala.org">spolen at ala.org</a>.</p> <p>About ALSC</p> <p>ALSC, a division of the , is the world’s largest organization dedicated to the support and enhancement of library service to children. With a network of more than 3,300 children’s and youth librarians, literature experts, publishers and educational faculty, ALSC is committed to creating a better future for children through libraries. To learn more about ALSC, visit <a href="http://www.ala.org/alsc">www.ala.org/alsc</a>. <br> </p> </body> </html></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>LSCHULTE</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-03-25T10:02:58-05:00" title="Monday, March 25, 2024 - 10:02" class="datetime">Mon, 03/25/2024 - 10:02</time> </span> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-categories/conferences" hreflang="en">Conferences</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/taxonomy/term/557" hreflang="en">Annual Conference</a></div> <div class="field field--name-field-contact-information field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--contact-information paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="flex justify-center my-9 lg:my-[3.125rem] px-[1.25rem]"> <div class="max-w-[356px] bg-[#EEF5F7] font-urw px-5 py-[30px] text-center text-[15px] w-full"> <p class="font-bold uppercase">Contact:</p> <p class="text-[15px]">Sarah Polen</p> <p class="mb-0">Deputy Director </p> <p class="mb-0">Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) </p> <a class="mb-0 underline hover:no-underline" href="mailto: spolen@ala.org">spolen@ala.org</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> Mon, 25 Mar 2024 15:02:58 +0000 LSCHULTE 60106 at Core Annual Preconference: AvramCamp; An Unconference for Women and Non-binary Technology Library Workers /news/2024/03/core-ala-annual-preconference-avramcamp-unconference-women-and-non-binary-technology <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Core Annual Preconference: AvramCamp; An Unconference for Women and Non-binary Technology Library Workers</span> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"> <html><body><p>CHICAGO—Join Core during the 2024 Annual Conference &amp; Exhibition in San Diego, CA for the full-day preconference event "AvramCamp: An Unconference for Women and Non-binary Technology Library Workers". Each year Core sponsors AvramCamp, a safe and welcoming space for women and non-binary technology library workers to explore common challenges faced, learn strategies for dealing with them, and discuss specific tools to build confidence. Inspired by AdaCamp, AvramCamp begins by exploring Imposter Syndrome, the feeling that you aren’t actually qualified for the work you are doing and will be discovered as a fraud. Using the unconference model, participants then have the opportunity to choose the topics most relevant to them for discussion, such as salary negotiation, how to advocate for accomplishments/invisible work, and ways to promote diversity and equity in tech environments. The goal of AvramCamp is to create a support network and increase participation from underrepresented groups in open technology and culture to further the library community’s goals of ensuring equitable access to information for everyone.</p> <p><a href="https://2024.alaannual.org/ticketed-events#CORE"><strong>AvramCamp: An Unconference for Women and Non-binary Technology Library Workers</strong></a><br><em>Friday, June 28, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.</em></p> <p><strong>Moderator</strong></p> <p>Christina D. Mune, Associate Dean of Innovation, San Jose State University</p> <p><strong>Registration</strong></p> <p>$25 for all attendees</p> <p><a href="/core/core-ala-annual-2024">View the complete schedule of the 2024 Core Annual preconferences, programs, and events.</a></p> <p>For questions or comments related to Core continuing education events, please contact Core CE staff at <a href="mailto:corece@ala.org?subject=Core%20Continuing%20Education%20Event%20inquiry">corece@ala.org</a>.</p> <p><strong>About Core</strong></p> <p><a href="/core">Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures</a> is the national association that advances the profession of librarians and information providers in central roles of leadership and management, collections and technical services, and technology. Our mission is to cultivate and amplify the collective expertise of library workers in core functions through community building, advocacy, and learning. Core is a division of the ϲʿapp. Follow us on our <a href="https://alacorenews.org">Blog</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/core_ala/?hl=en">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ala-core/">LinkedIn</a>.</p> </body> </html></div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>MBLIXTSHEHAN</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-03-22T15:21:39-05:00" title="Friday, March 22, 2024 - 15:21" class="datetime">Fri, 03/22/2024 - 15:21</time> </span> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-category/event" hreflang="en">Event</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-categories/conferences" hreflang="en">Conferences</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/taxonomy/term/557" hreflang="en">Annual Conference</a></div> <div class="inline-block mr-[1.125rem] mb-5 px-12 py-[1.125rem] font-urw text-xs rounded-lg border border-[#ADCEDA] bg-transparent text-[#101828] font-bold uppercase"><a href="/pr-categories/leadership-development" hreflang="en">Leadership Development</a></div> <div class="field field--name-field-contact-information field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--contact-information paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="flex justify-center my-9 lg:my-[3.125rem] px-[1.25rem]"> <div class="max-w-[356px] bg-[#EEF5F7] font-urw px-5 py-[30px] text-center text-[15px] w-full"> <p class="font-bold uppercase">Contact:</p> <p class="text-[15px]">Tom Ferren</p> <p class="mb-0">Deputy Executive Director of Learning and Events</p> <p class="mb-0">ϲʿapp</p> <p class="mb-0">Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures</p> <a class="mb-0 underline hover:no-underline" href="mailto: tferren@ala.org">tferren@ala.org</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> Fri, 22 Mar 2024 20:21:39 +0000 MBLIXTSHEHAN 60103 at