Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations (ALTAFF)

ALTAFF President Donna McDonald welcomes Dan Rather, an award winning journalist who anchored CBS Evening News for decades. Rather is the author of Rather Outspoken, which looks back over his storied and sometimes controversial career. A book signing will follow.

Librarians, educators, Friends, Trustees, and Foundations are invited to attend Book Expo America for a bargain rate of just $99 (valid for registrations through May 17, 2012).

Paula Poundstone Supports Friends and Libraries - Emmy-award winning comedian Paula Poundstone helps raise awareness for Friends of the Library groups. As ALTAFF's national spokesperson, Poundstone lends her name, voice, and humor to help Friends groups around the country.

Check out the Trustee Academy, a series of online courses to help Trustees become exceptionally proficient in their role on behalf of their libraries.

New Library Quotes Database - Library Quotes is a searchable database of quotes about libraries, reading, books, literacy, and more. Library Quotes is an initiative of ALA President Roberta Stevens, ALTAFF, and the Office for Library Advocacy.