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Thank you for joining us at this year’s Annual Conference. Your participation brought our shared theme to life and strengthened the connections that unite us. Together, we continue cultivating community and thriving forward.
Strengthen your leadership and library service with this certificate program for public library directors and aspiring leaders.
Join a Texas‑wide network that supports learning, advocacy, and professional growth.
Thousands of students across Texas voted, and the results are in! The 2026 Texas Bluebonnet Award winner is The Girl Who Figured It Out, written by Minda Dentler and illustrated by Stephanie Dehennin.
Explore expertly curated reading lists for ages 2–102, featuring a variety of different genres of books.
Conversations that Matter
This monthly podcast is designed to showcase the work of Texas librarians and the influence of libraries across.
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News, member spotlights, and industry insights from our community.
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Public libraries have long been trusted community spaces. But today, they are playing an even more critical role—helping individuals build skills, find jobs, and create new economic opportunities. In a […]
The Texas Library Association (TLA) executive board has adopted new core values reflecting our commitment to embracing, uniting, and amplifying the voices of the Texas library community. This update will shape the work […]
A gift to TLA helps us continue the vital work of supporting library professionals and the communities they serve.
Discover TLA events, webinars and opportunities to learn, connect, and engage with fellow librarians.
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Attendees will explore how a small college library fosters student connection and retention through creative, low-stakes participation. Learn how passive and active programs from poetry buttons to wildlife tracking can […]
TLA contracted with KRC Research to conduct a statewide public opinion survey of Texas residents to understand perceptions of the need for and value of Texas public libraries, library utilization, […]
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