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Tig Notaro to bring PLA 2016 Conference to a laugh-filled close
CHICAGO — Attendees at the Public Library Association (PLA) 2016 Conference, April 5-9, in Denver will want to stay through the end to enjoy comedian Tig Notaro at the PLA 2016 Closing Session. Most recently, Amazon ordered a semiautobiographical comedy...
Author Nikki Giovanni added to PLA 2016 Conference lineup
CHICAGO — The Public Library Association (PLA) is pleased to announce Nikki Giovanni, world-renowned poet, writer, commentator, activist, and educator, as an Adult Author Lunch Speaker at the PLA 2016 Conference on Thursday, April 7 from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m...
Anand Giridharadas added to PLA 2016 Conference lineup
CHICAGO — The Public Library Association (PLA) is excited to announce the addition of Anand Giridharadas to the PLA 2016 Conference BIG IDEAS Series on Saturday, April 9 from 8:15 to 9:15 a.m. Giridharadas is a writer. He is a New York Times columnist...
PLA now accepting proposals for first-ever How-To Festival at PLA 2016 Conference
CHICAGO — The Public Library Association (PLA) encourages you to share your gifts and talents with your fellow colleagues at the PLA 2016 How-To Festival. Join the fun by participating in PLA’s first-ever mini How-To Festival, which will be held during...
Twelve preconferences offer a head start on learning at PLA 2016
CHICAGO – Before the Public Library Association (PLA) 2016 Conference kicks off in Denver this April, eager learners can take advantage of in-depth, full and half-day preconferences on April 5 and 6. Take a look and you’ll see there’s something for...
Author Sherman Alexie added to PLA 2016 Conference lineup
CHICAGO — The Public Library Association (PLA) is excited to announce the addition of the Children’s Author Lunch with Sherman Alexie to the PLA 2016 Conference schedule from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 7. Alexie connects readers around the world...
PLA opens video contest to win registration and travel to PLA 2016
CHICAGO — The Public Library Association (PLA) has just opened a contest for two library professionals or library students to win their way to the PLA 2016 Conference, April 5-9, in Denver. The contest requires participants to submit a 60-second (or less)...
Registration now open for PLA 2016 Conference in Denver
CHICAGO — Housing and registration for the Public Library Association’s 2016 Conference, April 5-9 in Denver, are now open. For complete details, visit placonference.org. The PLA 2016 schedule is packed with extraordinary education, inspiration and...
Arianna Huffington Announced as Speaker for PLA 2016 Conference
CHICAGO — The Public Library Association (PLA) is pleased to announce Arianna Huffington, the chair, president and editor-in-chief of the Huffington Post Media Group, and author of 14 books, as an Adult Author Lunch Speaker at the PLA 2016 Conference...
April 17 last day to submit preconference and program proposals for PLA 2016
CHICAGO — Share your expertise and experience by submitting a proposal to participate in the Public Library Association (PLA) 2016 Conference, April 5-9, in Denver. Preconference and program proposals may be submitted online through Friday, April 17. PLA...
PLA now accepting proposals for PLA 2016 Conference
CHICAGO — The Public Library Association (PLA) is now accepting preconference and program proposals for the PLA 2016 Conference, April 5-9, in Denver. PLA welcomes all proposals designed to be educational, thought-provoking and engaging for public library...
CHICAGO – Humorist and author David Sedaris brought PLA 2014, the nation’s largest public library conference, to a laugh-filled close. Nearly 8,000 librarians, library workers, exhibitors and supporters participated in five days of programs that explored...
91´«Ã½ Store at PLA Conference in Indianapolis
CHICAGO — Take time at PLA 2014 Conference to see what’s new at the 91´«Ã½ Store, located at booth # 1319 near the center of the exhibit hall. With plenty of new and bestselling items available, you’ll want to make sure to carve out some time in your...
Ann Patchett Book Hour, BIG IDEAS series, Spark Talks among additions at PLA 2014 Conference
CHICAGO – The Public Library Association (PLA) Conference is known for premier education, engaging author events, networking opportunities and bustling exhibits. This year there’s even more. The PLA 2014 Conference, March 11-15, Indianapolis, is brimming...
Librarians as change agents: PLA conference sessions to teach public librarians to 'Turn Outward'
CHICAGO — All communities have challenges. Public librarians are uniquely positioned to help conquer them — given the right tools. The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½), in collaboration with the Public Library Association (PLA) and the Harwood Institute...
