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Why Every Library Needs a Friends Group: The Leon Valley Story
“The purpose of the Friends is to support the needs of the library,” Maryanna explained. “That might mean additions to the collection, supplies, furniture, or support for events that the […]
Read More2026-2027 Texas Bluebonnet Award List Released
The Texas Library Association’s (TLA) 2026-2027 Texas Bluebonnet Award (TBA) List was announced at the Texas Book Festival in Austin on Saturday, November 8, 2025. As is tradition, students in […]
Read MoreTLA 2026 Social Media Toolkit
Let your friends, followers, and colleagues know you are presenting or speaking at the 2026 TLA Annual Conference! Here are a few tips on how you can spread the word: […]
Read MoreMeet the 2026 TLA Executive Board Candidates!
The TLA 2026 elections will open on January 15 and close on February 17 at 11:45 pm CST. You must be a current 2026 member by January 31 to vote […]
Read MoreBetween the Lines: October Member Spotlight
LaTrisha Milton Youth and Family Services Managers Houston Public Library 1. What inspired you to become a librarian? Librarianship found me. I started working for the library system in my […]
Read MoreThe Power of Mentorship: Strengthening Libraries Through Connection
Mentorship is more than guidance, it’s a powerful way to build connections, confidence, and growth in the library field. In the Fall 2025 Texas Library Journal edition, the article, “Cultivating […]
Read MoreBetween the Lines: September Member Spotlight
Monica Alcaraz Library Media Specialist Irving ISD 1. What inspired you to become a librarian? I have always wanted to be a librarian. Growing up, the best relationships I formed […]
Read MoreBetween the Lines: August Member Spotlight
Jennifer Eckert Library Support Specialist Northside ISD. San Antonio, TX. 1. What inspired you to become a librarian? About 4 years into my teaching career, I remember taking my class […]
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