Registration is now open for next year's Public Library Association Conference in Nashville, Tennessee. The conference runs from February 25 - 29. I attended my first PLA Conference back in 2008 when it was held in MInneapolis and I was hooked. I've attended every one since then. While it's still a big conference, I find it easier to make connections and new friends at PLA. Everyone attending has something in conference - Public Libraries.
Want to attend PLA and need some financial help? PLA is offering 15 scholarships to attend PLA. There are three broad categories for the scholarships - library school student, early career librarian, and library support staff. If you fall into any of these categories, apply! You never know - you just might win one! And, if you don't, never fear. SCLS has CE Grants that can help offset the cost. SCLS member public library staff are eligible to apply for up to $400 for an out-of-state conference grant.
PLA also offers a number of awards and grants. Nominate yourself or your library for one - deadline is December 6, 2019.
And, lastly, October is Health Literacy Month and PLA has a variety of free tools and resources to help librarians help their patrons navigate the complex world of health care, insurance, aging, and more.
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