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With almost 5,000 members representing all types of libraries, the Texas Library Association is the largest state library association in the U.S. TLA was established in 1902 to promote, support, and improve library services in Texas.
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Chad Hetterley Assistant Library Director Grapevine Public Library What inspired you to become a librarian? I didn’t grow up aspiring to become a librarian. My dream was to be a […]
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The Texas Library Association mailed this letter on March 19 to all Texas school district superintendents to advocate for school librarians as districts face budget deficits. Dear Superintendent, As educators […]
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