PLD
A forum for communication, a source of professional advice and assistance, and a networking opportunity for all concerned with public library service in Texas.
Welcome! The Public Libraries Division (PLD) facilitates cooperation between all types of Texas public libraries and librarians, as well as other related institutions and individuals to improve public library services in the state. We encourage and provide opportunities for public librarians to continue their professional development, and advocate for public libraries at the local, state, and national levels.
Get involved and support your profession! Join one of the PLD committees or volunteer to help on their projects. Volunteering is an opportunity to show your support for public libraries and meet librarians from across the Lone Star State.
Conference Proposal Form–2021 form forthcoming January 2020
Volunteer–2021 form forthcoming January 2020
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Committees |
| Elizabeth Sargent, Chair Jennifer Bacall, Chair-Elect Diana Slavinsky, Past Chair William Schaeffer, Secretary Morgan McMillian, Treasurer Maggie Fox, Councilor Lutricia Bratton, Alternate Councilor |
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TLA Thanks our sponsors:
PLD Program & PLD Member Party sponsor
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PLD Stipend & PLD Member Party sponsor
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PLD Operating Procedures
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View all NewsLibraries Transform Texas Week October 7 – 11
“Libraries transform Texas because they transform our people.” – Mayor Steve Adler, City of Austin Mark your calendars and plan to celebrate the numerous ways libraries transform Texas! During the week of October 7 – 11 all libraries are invited to share how they transform their communities through innovative spaces, programs, education, technology, events, and […]
Read MoreResolution in Support of Immigrant Children
In response to the immigrant crisis along the Texas border, TLA’s Latino Caucus Round Table presented this resolution in support of immigrant children to TLA Council at Annual Assembly where it was adopted. WHEREAS, The Texas Library Association is committed to supporting libraries role as an advocate of social responsibility and the public good; WHEREAS, […]
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