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Libraries Transform Texas Podcast Premieres

October 20, 2020

TLA News

TLA is delighted to announce the debut of the Libraries Transform Texas Podcast. This monthly podcast is a production of the Texas Library Association Public Relations and Marketing Committee. It is designed to showcase the amazing work of Texas librarians and the influence of Texas libraries. Listen to it here: https://anchor.fm/texas-library-association The podcast team is: Rachel […]

Between the Lines: October Member Spotlight

October 9, 2020

Between the Lines: Member Spotlight, TLA News

Ana Frade International Services Engagement and Outreach Coordinator Houston Public Library What inspired you to become a librarian? Libraries have always been a source of fascination for me. I am an avid reader: Reading has been an essential part of my personal growth and has accompanied me through different stages of my life. I believe in the power of reading and education to open […]

Election Information You Need

September 29, 2020

TLA News

Librarians, The Texas Library Association encourages you to share this information from The League of Women Voters with your library patrons, students and community. Register to vote and check your voter registration status at Vote411.org. Online Voters Guide The Voters Guide is available online at Vote411.org. Voters can enter their address and zip code to view […]

TLA 2021 Will Be Virtual

September 15, 2020

TLA Annual Conference, TLA News

To our TLA library community, The Texas Library Association Executive Board has made the proactive decision that the TLA 2021 Annual Conference (originally scheduled for April 20-23 in San Antonio) will be a fully virtual event held April 22 – 24. We know librarians love seeing each other in person; and we know that you, […]

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Texas Library Journal Fall 2020

In this Issue:

Teaching in a Pandemic
Mitigating the Challenges of COVID-19
Inclusive Libraries: Supporting the Sensory Needs of Students
Academic Libraries: Navigating New Challenges
And more!

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District 9 Meeting

October 29 @ 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

The District 9 meeting takes place on October 29. All District meetings for the Fall of 2020 will be virtual. District meetings provide regional settings for presenting continuing education, carrying…

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