Certified Public Library Administrator (CPLA) Courses

PLA's series of continuing education programs is designed to meet both the requirements for CPLA certification and the needs of library managers wanting to enhance their skills outside of the CPLA framework.

The First Volume in the Exciting New PLA Reader Series

This selection provides clear and accessible insight into the most relevant topics and complex challenges in the library world today. Learn more, or order your copy today from Neal-Schuman.

PLAspace

The PLAspace community site is available to librarians, library staff members and other supporters who want to take part in ongoing, focused discussions surrounding public library issues.

Join Us in Portland for PLA's 13th National Conference

PLA 2010 will provide opportunities to learn new ideas, share success stores, hear best practices and meet colleagues from across the county and around the world. More information at PLAconference.org.

PLA News and Highlights

• Now accepting nominations for PLA Awards and Grants
• FINAL WEEK! Deadline for applications to Results Boot Camp 5 is Friday, September 11.
• Register for PLA's Certified Public Library Administrator (CPLA) courses
• 2009 PLDS Order Forms Available
• PLA @ ALA Annual Conference handouts are now online

PLA National Conference 2010 | March 23-27 | Portland, OR

• Conference Registration and Housing Reservations will open on Tuesday, September 8, 2009, at 12:00 PM EDT.
• Information about the 2010 PLA National Conference
• Sponsorship opportunities at the 2010 PLA National Conference

Committees and Communities of Practice

• Volunteer for PLA Committees (You'll need your ALA login.)
• Learn about PLA Communities of Practice (CoP) and PLAspace.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the PLA website, please contact Doug Dawson, Manager of Web Services for PLA, at 312-280-5047 or by e-mail.