Conferences & Events

ALA, its Divisions, Round Tables and Affiliates host many conferences, and in-person and online events to showcase cutting-edge developments in library advocacy, information literacy, and many other areas of interest.

ALA Conferences

LibLearnX - The Library Learning Experience - Phoenix, AZ Jan. 24-27, 2025
ALA LibLearnX: The Library Learning Experience

LibLearnX provides immersive learning for library professionals with workshops, bite-sized sessions, and tailored experiential formats tailored to various learning styles. Expand networks, celebrate peers, and honor authors at the Award ceremonies.

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ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition

The ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition unites librarians, authors, publishers, and more for the largest library event worldwide. Features top-quality education, key discussions on current issues, evolving library roles, and relevant legislative updates.

ALA Chapter & Affiliate Conferences

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South Dakota Library Association Conference

South Dakota Library Association Annual Conference

Aberdeen, SD

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Missouri Library Association Conference

Missouri Library Association Annual Conference

Kansas City, MO

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Georgia Library Association Conference

Georgia Library Association Annual Conference

Athens, GA

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North Dakota Library Association Conference

North Dakota Library Association Annual Conference

Bismarck, ND

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Arkansas Library Association

Arkansas Library Association Annual Conference

Hot Springs, AR

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Kentucky Library Association Conference

Kentucky Library Association Annual Conference

Frankfort, KY

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Pennsylvania Library Association Conference

Pennsylvania Library Association Annual Conference

Harrisburg, PA

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Illinois Library Association Conference

Illinois Library Association Annual Conference

Peoria, IL

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Wyoming Library Association Conference

Wyoming Library Association Annual Conference

Casper, WY

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Iowa Library Association Conference

Iowa Library Association Annual Conference

Des Moines, IA

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Nebraska Library Association Conference

Nebraska Library Association Annual Conference

Kearney, NE

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Arizona Library Association Conference

Arizona Library Association Conference

Fort McDowell, AZ

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Virginia Library Association Conference

Virginia Library Association Annual Conference

Norfolk, VA

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Michigan Library Association Conference

Michigan Library Association Annual Conference

Acme, MI

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California Library Association Conference

California Library Association Annual Conference

Pasadena, CA

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New England Library Association Conference

New England Library Association Annual Conference

Portland, ME

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New Mexico Library Association Conference

New Mexico Library Association Annual Conference

Carlsbad, NM

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Minnesota Library Association Conference

Minnesota Library Association Annual Conference

Rochester, MN

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South Carolina Library Association Conference

South Carolina Library Association Annual Conference

Columbia, SC

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Kansas Library Association Conference

Kansas Library Association Annual Conference

Wichita, KS

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Wisconsin Library Association Conference

Wisconsin Library Association Annual Conference

Green Bay, WI

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New York Library Association Conference

New York Library Association Annual Conference

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Indiana Library Federation Conference

Indiana Library Federation Annual Conference

Indianapolis, IN

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Banned Books Week

Banned Books Week, September 22-28, 2024.

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Banned Websites Awareness Day

In an extension of the observance of Banned Books Week, the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) designated

I Love My Librarian Award 2025. Your librarian could receive $5,000!
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I Love My Librarian - Nominations Deadline

Nominate your librarian for this year's I Love My Librarian Award! Nominations are due September 30.

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TeenTober™ from YALSA

Resources to help school librarians celebrate TeenTober™ in school libraries.

We love the Friends of the Library. 2024 National Friends of Libraries Week, October 20-26, 2024, an initiative of United for Libraries
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2024 National Friends of Libraries Week

Celebrate Your Friends Group Oct. 20-26, 2024, during the 19th annual National Friends of Libraries Week!

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U.S. Media Literacy Week

Resources to help school librarians celebrate U.S. Media Literacy Week in school libraries.

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International Games Month

Resources to celebrate International Games Month in your school library.

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Native American Heritage Month

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month in your school library.

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Election Day

Resources to share information about Election Day with learners in your school library.

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Crayola Creativity Week

Resources to share with your learners to celebrate Crayola Creativity Week.

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Black History Month

Resources to celebrate Black History Month with your learners.

Welcoming Schools National Day of Reading
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Welcoming Schools National Day of Reading

Resources to share with your learners in recognition of Welcoming Schools National Day of Reading

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Women's History Month

Resources to share with your learners in celebration of Women's History Month.

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Freedom of Information Day

Resources to share with your learners in recognition of Freedom of Information Day.

School Library Month 40th Anniversary
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School Library Month

Every April school librarians are encouraged to host activities to help their school and local community celebrate the

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National Library Week 2025

National Library Week, April 6-12, 2025, is a celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and

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D.E.A.R - Drop Everything and Read Day

Resources to help school librarians celebrate D.E.A.R - Drop Everything and Read Day.

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Holocaust Remembrance Day (Yom HaShoah)

Find Holocaust Remembrance Day (Yom HaShoah) resources to share with learners in your school library.

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Día from ALSC

El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day) in your school library.

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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in your school library.

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Mental Health Awareness Month

Find resources to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month in your school library.

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Jewish American Heritage Month

Find resources to celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month in your school library.

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LGBTQ Pride Month

Find resources to celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month in your school library.

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National Immigrant Heritage Month

Find information and resources to celebrate National Immigrant Heritage Month with learners in your school library.

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Audiobook Appreciation Month

Find information and resources to celebrate Audiobook Appreciation Month with learners in your school library.

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Rainbow Book Month

Find resources to celebrate Rainbow Book Month in your school library.

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World Refugee Day

Resources to share with your learners in recognition of World Refugee Day.

ALA Division Conferences

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ALSC National Institute

The Association for Library Service to Children's National Institute is a biennial conference for those serving children

Denver, CO

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2025 AASL National Conference

The AASL National Conference is the only national conference dedicated solely to school librarians and their unique role

St. Louis, Missouri

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Fundamentals of Management 2024 - Session 6.0

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The Fundamentals of Management course is designed for new managers to build the skill set they need to successfully lead their department or organization, as well as support existing managers looking to improve their skills.

Administration & Leadership
eLearning

Library Research Seminar VIII (LRS VIII)

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The Library Research Seminar (LRS) brings together library practitioners, scholars, and students to share ideas and explore emerging research in the field of 21st century library and information science.

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Transforming LibGuides: A Case Study

Join the presenters as they explore the technical and political processes of overhauling their streamlining our LibGuides and the A-Z database list. They will provide insights into the strategic decisions and collaborative efforts that drove this transformation, including cognitive load principles, accessibility standards to optimize the user experience, and emphasizing the use of plain language.

Technology
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Administration & Leadership
eLearning
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ALSC National Institute

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The Association for Library Service to Children's National Institute is a biennial conference for those serving children and families in libraries; children's literature experts; education and library school faculty; and other interested professionals.

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Banned Books Week

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Banned Books Week, September 22-28, 2024.

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Fundamentals of Universal Design for Learning 2024 - Session 5.0

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This 6-week online course introduces the fundamental aspects of universal design for learning (UDL). It is designed for introducing and summarizing the UDL framework, CAST website, and the UDL on Campus website with captions and transcript.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Technology
Programs & Services
Advocacy
eLearning
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Fundamentals of Digital Library Projects 2024 - Session 5.0

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This six-week online course introduces students to the breadth of considerations, standards and skills needed to successfully launch and manage a digital library program.

Collection Management
Technology
eLearning
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Fundamentals of Metadata 2024 - Session 5.0

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This six-week course is an introduction to fundamental concepts of metadata.

Collection Management
Archives & Records Management
Cataloging
eLearning
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Best of Core Forum: The First 90 Days; Real Life Tales of Transition

Twenty years ago, Michael D. Watkins published a best-selling book on leadership transitions, "The First 90 Days." This panel session will critically examine the directives from this book, drawing on the real-life experience of three panelists as they navigated their first three months in a new management or leadership role within a library organization.

Administration & Leadership
Programs & Services
eLearning
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Banned Websites Awareness Day

In an extension of the observance of Banned Books Week, the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) designated the Wednesdays of Banned Books Week as Banned Websites Awareness Day.

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