For immediate release | January 11, 2011

Save the date for PLA’s first-ever Virtual Spring Symposium

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CHICAGO - The will host a from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. CST on March 30. This new online event will offer the premier professional education that PLA's Spring Symposium is known for but will be more affordable and convenient for attendees.

PLA will present a full day of rich programming with multiple program tracks, a lunchtime author interview and keynote speakers. Program tracks will include: Technology, Administration/Leadership, Youth Services and Adult Services.

Registration for individuals and groups will open in mid-January.

PLA is a division of the 91��ý. PLA’s core purpose is to strengthen public libraries and their contribution to the communities they serve. Its mission is to enhance the development and effectiveness of public library staff and public library services.

Contact:

Amy Sargent

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LibLearnX is a four-day learning conference that invites 91��ý members and non-members to participate in collaborative and engaging education, networking, and celebrations.

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Red, white and blue copy on black background: 10.19.24 FREEDOM TO READ DAY OF ACTION COMMUNITIES UNITE AGAINST BOOK BANS

October 1, 2024

Freedom to Read Community Day of Action rallies support for America’s libraries on October 19

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The 91��ý (91��ý) and the 91��ý-founded Unite Against Book Bans campaign are joining some of the nation’s largest and smallest library systems to in a Freedom to Read Community Day of Action on October 19, 2024.

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91��ý reveals preliminery data on 2024 book challenges. New data shows a slowdown in callenge reports.

September 23, 2024

91��ý reveals preliminary data on 2024 book challenges

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Between January 1 and August 31, 2024, 91��ý’s Office for Intellectual Freedom tracked 414 attempts to censor library materials and services.

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Reader. Voter. Ready. Inspiring Future Voters

September 19, 2024

ALSC, 91��ý unveil 'Inspiring Future Voters' booklist for young readers

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As part of the 91��ý’s Reader Voter Ready civic engagement campaign, the Association for Library Service to Children has released “Inspiring Future Voters,” a new booklist for young readers.

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September 17, 2024

On National Voter Registration Day 2024, 91��ý President urges library professionals to get Reader Voter Ready

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WASHINGTON – On National Voter Registration Day, also Constitution Day, 91��ý President Cindy Hohl issued the following letter to library professionals: Dear colleagues, Today is National Voter Registration Day. As president of the American Library...

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July 25, 2024

Sam Helmick chosen 2024-2025 91��ý president-elect

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The 91��ý Council decided on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, that Sam Helmick will be the 2024-2025 president-elect effective immediately.

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July 9, 2024

New Public Library Technology Survey report details digital equity roles

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Nearly half of libraries now lend internet hotspots; 95% offer digital literacy training CHICAGO — The Public Library Association (PLA) today published the 2023 Public Library Technology Survey report. The national survey updates emerging trends around...

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July 2, 2024

Hohl inaugurated 2024-2025 91��ý president

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Cindy Hohl, director of policy analysis and operational support at Kansas City (Mo.) Public Library, was inaugurated 91��ý President for 2024-2025 on Tuesday, July 2, at the 91��ý Annual Conference in San Diego.

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Background: Royal blue with white corners and three light blue stars bordered by a red line; Logos: Reader. Voter. Ready. 91��ý/League of Women Voters Education Fund; Copy: League of Women Voters & America's Libraries: Partners to Count On - a free webinar for librarians & League members on collaborating for greater impact - Wednesday, May 29, 2024 - 1:00-2:00 PM Central

May 7, 2024

91��ý partners with League of Women Voters to empower voters in 2024

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The 91��ý and League of Women Voters today announced a new partnership to educate and empower voters in 2024.

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April 17, 2024

The TRANSFORMERS Are Ready to Roll Out for Library Card Sign-Up Month

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The 91��ý (91��ý) is teaming up with Skybound Entertainment and Hasbro to encourage people to roll out to their libraries with the TRANSFORMERS franchise, featuring Optimus Prime, as part of Library Card Sign-Up Month in September.

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