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.
Volunteer — There are opportunities for you to become more involved in the Public Libraries Division. Learn more about these opportunities here.
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Facebook: Public Libraries Division (TXLA)
Instagram: TexasPLD
Twitter: PLDTX1
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Committees |
| Jennifer Bacall, Chair Lisa Loranc, Chair-Elect Elizabeth Sargent, Past Chair Devery Johnson, Secretary Morgan McMillian, Treasurer Celeste Plew, Webmaster 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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View all News87th Texas Legislature Opens
It promises to be a memorable session, as the Legislature grapples with how to meet during a pandemic and tackles redistricting in addition to the budget and other issues. On January 11, the Texas Comptroller released the biennial revenue estimate which sets the amount that can be spent in the new biennial budget, and the […]
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Mary Seaman, Director Bertam Public Library What inspired you to become a librarian? I became a librarian mainly because I love books, but I became a director because of the community. I realized that I loved being able to share a passion of mine with others. There is something so great about a patron coming […]
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