Category Archives: ALA-APA News

Public Service Recognition Week

This article is from the May 2023 issue.

It’s Public Service Recognition Week, which recognizes public servants (including library workers employed by local, state, or federal governments). President Biden issued a proclamation recognizing the week.… Read the rest

Recognitions of Library Workers

This article is from the May 2023 issue.

Thanks to all who nominated STARS in recognition and celebration of National Library Workers Day (#NLWD23). Take a glance at the Galaxy of Stars.

Also, last week (May 7-13, 2023) was Public Service Recognition Week, which recognizes public servants (including library workers employed by local, state, or federal governments). President Biden issued a proclamation recognizing the week.
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Time to Celebrate Library Workers

This article is from the April 2023 issue.

Library staff play an invaluable role in supporting their communities. In both good times and times of challenge or crisis, library workers in all types of libraries serve millions of library users in need of free access to Wi-Fi, eBooks, accurate information, and digital social services.

On April 25, 2023 ─the Tuesday of National Library Week─ the nation will celebrate National Library Workers Day (NLWD), a time to recognize library staff for their contributions to transforming lives and communities.… Read the rest

It’s Time to Recognize Your Stars!

This article is from the March 2023 issue.

Library workers continue to go above and beyond what’s required to meet the needs of library users. Let’s celebrate these stars! Start planning now for National Library Workers Day (NLWD) —Tuesday, April 25, 2023. Recognize the people who make library service possible every day. National Library Workers Day (#NLWD23) is a day for library users, administrators, staff, supporters, and friends to acknowledge the valuable contributions made by those who work in libraries. Libraries and organizations are encouraged to host celebrations … Read the rest

Time to Celebrate Your Library Stars

This article is from the February 2023 issue.

Library workers continue to go above and beyond what’s required to meet the needs of library users. Let’s celebrate these stars! Start planning now for National Library Workers Day (NLWD) —Tuesday, April 25, 2023. Recognize the people who make library service possible every day. National Library Workers Day (#NLWD23) is a day for library users, administrators, staff, supporters, and friends to recognize the valuable contributions made by those who work in libraries. Libraries and organizations are encouraged to host celebrations … Read the rest

Volunteers Wanted for APA Committees

This article is from the March 2022 issue.

ALA-APA President-elect Lessa Kanani’opua Pelayo-Lozada seeks volunteers for appointments to the 2022-2023 APA committees. The online committee volunteer form is open now and closes on March 15, 2022. Appointments will be made to the following working committees: Certification Program, Certified Public Library Administrator Certification Review, Library Support Staff Certification Review, and Salaries and Status of Library Workers (visit APA Committee’s page to see committee charges). Appointments may also be made to two sub-committees: Pay Equity & Unions. If you are … Read the rest

Remember Your Stars on National Library Workers Day

This article is from the March 2022 issue.

Plan now for National Library Workers Day (NLWD) —Tuesday, April 5, 2022. Recognize the people who make library service possible every day. National Library Workers Day (#NLWD22) is a day for library users, administrators, staff, supporters, and friends’ groups to recognize the valuable contributions of those who work in libraries. Individuals, libraries, and organizations are encouraged to submit names of Stars to honor great workers, teams, or departments. You may submit as many names as you like. There is no … Read the rest

Registration for the Most Exciting Library Event of the Year is Now Open!

This article is from the March 2022 issue.

We look forward to seeing you in person at the ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition, June 23-28, 2022, in Washington, D.C.! ALA Annual Conference is a chance to reconnect with and learn from your peers. Experience the library world’s most dynamic gathering of thought leaders, authors, and celebrity speakers. Check out the preliminary schedule of exciting offerings now!

Our top priority is your health and safety as we prepare for the conference. We’re carefully tracking the latest health and … Read the rest

Time to Celebrate Library Staff: National Library Workers Day (#NLWD22) Is Coming

This article is from the February 2022 issue.

As the COVID-19 pandemic has dragged on, many library workers are tired of being overworked, stressed out, and harassed by library patrons because they were asked to follow safety protocols. Many library employees feel unappreciated and just want to experience a sense of ‘normalcy’ again. During these last couple of years of the pandemic, library workers have gone above and beyond what’s required to continue meeting library users’ needs. It’s time to celebrate these stars! 

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Mark Your Calendar for the ALA Annual Conference – June 23-28, 2022

This article is from the February 2022 issue.

It’s time to recommit to professional growth and reconnect with colleagues at the ALA Annual Conference in Washington, D.C., June 23-28, 2022. As the world’s biggest library event, the onsite ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition brings together thousands of librarians and library staff, educators, authors, publishers, friends of libraries, trustees, special guests, and exhibitors. You’ll find educational programming on topics that matter to you and join discussions impacting libraries. Plan to attend.

Save the date and follow #alaac22 for updates. … Read the rest