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A Message of Support from the TLA Executive Board
The Texas Library Association lends our collective support to our colleagues in North Carolina and Florida, where recent hurricanes have caused widespread devastation. Libraries in these regions have been deeply […]
Read More$375,000 Raised to Support Summer Programming in Texas Libraries
The Texas Library Association (TLA) was honored to be selected as the beneficiary of H-E-B’s Summer at the Library check stand donation campaign. This year, H-E-B customers donated a total […]
Read MoreSupport Texas Libraries – Spread the Word!
The Texas Library Association (TLA) launched a public awareness campaign to promote the value of libraries and their importance to our communities. Our goal is to counter the negative narratives […]
Read MoreTLA Honored by League of Women Voters of Texas
On April 19, the League of Women Voters (LWVTX) of Texas hosted its annual Making Democracy Work Dinner to celebrate civic engagement and honor individuals and organizations dedicated to upholding […]
Read MoreLetter to School Superintendents – Value of School Librarians
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 […]
Read MoreStaff Spotlight: Alison Urban
Alison Urban Director of Administration What are your job responsibilities at TLA? I oversee the administrative functions, including office management, finance, accounting, budgeting, and Human Resources. Tell us three things […]
Read MoreAnnouncing the 2024-2025 Tejas Star Reading List
The Texas Library Association is pleased to announce the 2024-25 Tejas Star Reading List. This carefully curated list of Spanish and bilingual titles is designed to encourage children ages 5 […]
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Texas Library Association 2024-2025 Election Results
The Texas Library Association is pleased to announce the results of our 2024-2025 elections. These individuals will take office at the close of the 2024 TLA Annual Conference in April […]
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