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Two PLA Conference programs, cancelled in Philadelphia, now offered as free webinars
CHICAGO -- The Public Library Association (PLA) announced today that the content from two educational programs originally scheduled for presentation at the PLA 2018 Conference will be offered as free webinars this month. The two programs -- Conflict as...
PLA 2018 draws thousands of library professionals, supporters to Philadelphia
CHICAGO – As Philadelphians braced for the third Nor’easter in less than two weeks, library supporters and professionals from across the country made their way to the east coast to attend the Public Library Association (PLA) 2018 Conference, March 20 – 24...
Public Library Association brings Short Story Dispensers to U.S. public libraries
Knight Foundation funds initiative with Public Library Association and publisher Short Edition to foster creative community connections PHILADELPHIA – Today, at the Public Library Association’s (PLA) 2018 conference, PLA announced a new partnership with...
New national study reveals voter perceptions of libraries
Joint PLA/ALA/OCLC research updates 2008 “From Awareness to Funding” report PHILADELPHIA — The Public Library Association (PLA), a division of the American Library Association (ALA), and the ALA Office for Library Advocacy, in partnership with OCLC, today...
PLA Virtual Conference registration to close March 14
CHICAGO — Time is running out for interested participants to register for the Public Library Association's (PLA) 2018 Virtual Conference. The Virtual Conference is an opportunity for public library workers who are unable to attend the Association's...
Ten ALA Spectrum Scholars awarded grants to attend PLA 2018 Conference
CHICAGO — The Public Library Association (PLA) has awarded travel grants for ten Spectrum Scholars to attend the PLA 2018 Conference, taking place Mar. 20-24 in Philadelphia. Penn. The American Library Association's Spectrum Scholarship Program actively...
Three outstanding authors to speak at PLA 2018 Conference luncheons
CHICAGO -- The Public Library Association (PLA) has announced the special guest speakers for the author luncheons at the PLA 2018 Conference, taking place March 20-24 in Philadelphia, Penn. Offered biennially, the PLA Conference is the premier event for...
Tim Wu to share Big Ideas at PLA 2018 Conference
CHICAGO -- Author, policy advocate, and director of Columbia University's Poliak Center for the Study of First Amendment Issues Tim Wu has been added to the slate of speakers at the PLA 2018 Conference, the Public Library Association announced today. He...
PLA opens registration for 2018 Virtual Conference
CHICAGO — The Public Library Association (PLA) is offering an alternative opportunity for public library workers who are unable to attend the Association's 2018 Conference in Philadelphia, Penn. PLA will present a condensed, live, online conference...
Sally Yates announced as opening session speaker at PLA 2018 Conference
CHICAGO -- Former U.S. Deputy Attorney General Sally Q. Yates will join the lineup of speakers at the PLA 2018 Conference, the Public Library Association announced today. She will headline the conference's Opening Session, taking place on Wednesday, Mar...
Member discount for PLA 2018 Conference expires Jan. 19
Full-conference rate of only $280 available to PLA and PaLA members CHICAGO — Members of the Public Library Association (PLA) and Pennsylvania Library Association (PaLA) can secure special pricing if they register early for the PLA 2018 Conference. The...
PLA & NNLM award stipends for public library workers to attend March workshop
Educational program will focus on consumer health and wellness services in libraries CHICAGO — Forty-five public library workers have been selected to receive a stipend to attend " Stand Up for Health: Health and Wellness Services for Your Community," a...
PLA recognizes four 'I Love My Librarian' Award winners from public libraries
CHICAGO – On Nov. 30, ten librarians were honored with the prestigious 2017 I Love My Librarian Award at a ceremony in New York City. Selected from more than 1,100 nominations submitted by library users nationwide, including educators and members of the...
PLA Webinar to introduce core concepts related to equity, diversity, and inclusion in libraries
CHICAGO -- This December, the Public Library Association (PLA) is proud to present a webinar in December on the topic of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in libraries. This webinar will provide an introductory understanding of the concepts of power...
Twelve preconference educational sessions offered at PLA 2018
CHICAGO--Attendees will have twelve preconference educational opportunities to choose from at the Public LIbrary Association's (PLA) 2018 Conference. The 2018 Conference will be held March 20-24 in the heart of downtown Philadelphia with most events...
Stipends available for public library health workshop with National Network of Libraries of Medicine
CHICAGO — Public library workers are invited to apply for a $500 stipend to attend "Stand Up for Health: Health and Wellness Services for Your Community," a preconference workshop held at the Public Library Association (PLA) 2018 Conference in...
Registration & housing now open for PLA 2018 Conference
CHICAGO — It’s official. Registration and housing are now open for PLA’s 2018 Conference! Offered biennially, the PLA Conference is the premier event for public libraries, drawing thousands of librarians, library support staff, trustees, friends and...
April 14 last day to submit session proposals for 2018 PLA Conference
CHICAGO — The deadline for prospective speakers to submit session proposals for the Public Library Association (PLA) 2018 Conference is almost here. The 2018 Conference, to be held March 20-24 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, will challenge its attendees to...
PLA now accepting proposals for PLA 2018 Conference
CHICAGO — The Public Library Association (PLA) is now accepting preconference and program proposals for the PLA 2018 Conference, March 20-24, in Philadelphia. Proposals may be submitted online through the conference website. Faxed, emailed or mailed...
Registration open for PLA 2016 post-conference webinar series
CHICAGO – The Public Library Association (PLA) 2016 Conference was an extraordinary learning experience for public librarians, with over 8,000 attendees and more than 100 educational sessions presented. If you weren’t able to make it to Denver this year...