Schedule of ALTA events for upcoming Annual Conference.
ALA Annual Conference
July 9-15, 2009
Chicago, IL
ALTAFF Programs
Opening Session for Trustees: The Time For Action
Saturday, July 11, 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Grassroots advocacy for libraries one community at a time.
Nuts and Bolts for Friends
Saturday, July 11, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Come hear experts talk about ways to improve your Friends of the Library group and maximize the Friends' ability to raise money, increase membership and work effectively with their library. Be prepared to share your best practices and your stumbling blocks with other Friends from across the country. This program is part one of a two part series (the second to be held in the afternoon). It is not required that you attend both but the second session will be a continuation of discussions and not a repeat. Speakers: Susan Schmidt, Past President, Friends of Libraries U.S.A.; Robin Hoklotubbe, Secretary, Friends of Libraries U.S.A
Intellectual Freedom Committee
Saturday, July 11, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Intellectual Freedom as it affects library patrons.
Nuts and Bolts for Friends of Libraries, Part II
Saturday, July 11, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
This is a continuation of the morning session where Friends of Libraries and librarians will discuss best practices for fund raising, membership development, and creating effective relationships with your libraries. It is not necessary to come in the morning to join this afternoon session. Speakers: Susan Schmidt, Past President, Friends of Libraries U.S.A.; Robin Hoklotubbe, Secretary, Friends of Libraries U.S.A.
ALTAFF Presidents' Program
Saturday, July 11, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Please join ALTAFF co-presidents Peggy Danhof and Peggy Barber to welcome Debbie Macomber, internationally acclaimed author of more than 100 novels. A three-time winner of the impressive B. Dalton Award, she is also the recipient of Romantic Times’ Magazine’s distinguished Lifetime Achievement Award. And, most recently, she made the New York Times bestseller list with her novel, Promise, Texas. She also volunteers her considerable talents to help raise much-needed funds for battered-women’s shelters, literacy and medical research. Speakers: Debbie Macomber, Author, Harlequin
Love is in the Air - Romance Writers Discuss their Work
Saturday, July 11, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Debbie Macomber and other bestselling romance writers will discuss and read from their work and engage the audience in questions and answers. The program will be moderated by Library Journal's Book Review Editor, Barbara Hoffert. Following the discussion, writers will sign their books—many of which will be given away while others will be sold at a very generous discount.
Education of Trustees Program: Initial Convocation for ALTAFF Assembly of States
Saturday, July 11, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Regional Program, the assembly of states.
Nuts and Bolts for Academic Friends
Sunday, July 12, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Friends and development officers for academic libraries are invited to attend this highly interactive session where attendees will share best practices for fund raising, creating endowments, increasing membership, and improving the profile of library Friends and Foundations on campus. Speakers: Sam Huang; Mary Dodge
Authors Come in All Colors -- Diversity in Literature
Sunday, July 12, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join this traditionally popular panel of ethnic writers who will discuss their work and what it means to be an ethnic writer in America. This panel will be moderated by Library Journal's Book Review Editor, Barbara Hoffert. Following the discussion, the authors will sign their books - many of which will be given away free while others will be sold at a very generous discount.
Advocacy 401
Sunday, July 12, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Talk about issues that are set forth by legislation committee and come up with ways on how to implement these issues.
Specialized Ourtreach Services Program - Stacking the Deck - I
Sunday, July 12, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
An examination of the delicate balancing act libraries must perform in guaranteeing patron rights to privacy
Specialized Outreach Services (SOS) Luncheon: "Stacking the Deck" II $
Sunday, July 12, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Do you know how to work with the hand you have been dealt? Topics covered include how to select a good director, strategic planning, relationships between the library director and the board, understanding your role as a trustee, liability, resources for trustees, and how to be great in your role. Tickets advance and onsite, $55. Event code FF2.
First Author, First Book
Sunday, July 12, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Join this traditional event where you will get a first introduction to tomorrow's best selling authors. Hear from these first time authors and join in a lively question and answer period. The panel is moderated by Library Journal's Book Review Editor, Barbara Hoffert. Following the discussion, authors will sign their books - many of which will be given away and others sold at a very generous discount.
The Laugh's On Us! $
Sunday, July 12, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join comedian extraordinaire Paula Poundstone for a raucous, side-splitting perfect way to end the day at conference! Lisa Grunberger, Mishna Wolff, Jen Lancaster, and Firoozeh Dumas join Poundstone for this "fall of your chair laughing" event. Wine and cheese will be served and a book signing will follow. Some books will be given away and others will be sold at a generous discount. Tickets are $35 in advance; $45 onsite while supplies last. Event code FF3. Speakers: Paula Poundstone, Comedian & Writer; Lisa Grunberger, Author, Newmarket; Mishna Wolff, Author, Macmillan; Jen Lancaster, Author, Penguin; Firoozeh Dumas, Author, Random House
Reflecting on the Past - Literary Memoirs
Monday, July 13, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Join notable authors discuss their recently published memoirs and what has inspired them in writing. The panel discussion will be moderated by Library Journal's Book Review Editor Barbara Hoffert. Following the discussion, the authors will sign their books - many of which will be given away and others sold at a very generous discount.
ALTAFF Author Tea $
Monday, July 13, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Join Lisa Scottoline, Kathryn Stockett, and other bestselling authors at this traditional event formerly sponsored by Friends of Libraries U.S.A. Attendees will hear authors discuss their work while enjoying finger sandwiches, tea, and pastries. A book signing will follow with some books given away free and others sold at a generous discount. Tickets are $35 in advance ($30 for ALTAFF members) and $45 onsite. Event code FF1
Speakers: Lisa Scottoline, Author, Macmillan; Kathryn Stockett, Author, Penguin
