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April 7, 2025
American Library Association, AFSCME Challenge Trump Administration Gutting of Institute of Museum and Library Services
American Library Association, AFSCME Challenge Trump Administration Gutting of Institute of Museum and Library Services
April 7, 2025
American Library Association kicks off National Library Week with the Top 10 Most Challenged Books of 2024 and the State of America’s Libraries Report
The American Library Association (ALA) today released the highly anticipated Top 10 Most Challenged Books List.
March 15, 2025
ALA statement on White House assault on the Institute of Museum and Library Services
An executive order issued by the Trump administration on Friday night, March 14, calls for the elimination of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the nation’s only federal agency for America’s libraries.
February 10, 2025
American Library Association launches public supporter program
The American Library Association launched a new supporter program on February 10, 2025, inviting the public to join the fight to protect libraries and library professionals at a pivotal moment in our country’s history.
January 26, 2025
ALA to U. S. Department of Education: Book bans are real
The American Library Association responds to the Department of Education's dismissal of complaints about censorship and discrimination: the "effort to terminate protections... advances the demonstrably false claim that book bans are not real."
January 22, 2025
New ALA Initiative Asks Advocates to “Show Up for Our Libraries”
Today the American Library Association (ALA) launched Show Up for Our Libraries, a campaign to harness the collective power of library advocates to influence elected leaders and policymakers.
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Censorship reports show a mixed picture on U.S. book challenges
In observance of Banned Books Week, the American Library Association and PEN America released reports on book censorship across the country.
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...
ALA Store at PLA Conference in Indianapolis
CHICAGO — Take time at PLA 2014 Conference to see what’s new at the ALA 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 American Library Association (ALA), in collaboration with the Public Library Association (PLA) and the Harwood Institute...
