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The Texas Library Association is the largest state library association in the country. Learn more at https://xitter.cf/t.co/3csbbSJlRe.

 Austin, TX
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Joined April 2009
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$1 invested returns $4.74. Texas public libraries generate $3.8B and 11,200 jobs, connecting Texans to tech, workforce resources, and more. Read the full report: TrulyTexas.txla.org #BeyondTheStacks #TXLibraries #LibrariesTrulyTexas
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📊 Your library's impact is worth sharing! Join TLA Oct. 27 to learn how to turn data from TLA's commissioned economic impact study into compelling stories that build support among stakeholders and decision-makers. Register: ow.ly/kqCO50ZZTNi #TXLA #LibraryAdvocacy
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#TexasBluebonnetAward voting is underway! 📚 There's still time to "Read 5, then Decide!" Students in grades 3–6 can vote for their favorite 2026–27 nominee through late January. Register your library and learn more: ow.ly/ES7l50ZZT5V #TXLA #TXLibraries #KidLit
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Your goals for 2027? TLA can help you get there! ✅ Build skills with professional development ✅ Connect with peers across Texas ✅ Grow your impact through leadership and advocacy Connect to what matters. Join or renew today! ow.ly/Kwtw50ZZOJS #TXLibraries #TXLA
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TLA’s Fall District Meetings are bringing librarians together across Texas! 🚗 Thanks to returning Tour of Texas sponsor Insignia Software for supporting these events and providing innovative library management solutions! #TXLibraries #TLADistrictMeetings
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Nominations are open for the 2027 TLA Librarian of the Year Award! 📚 Know a librarian who deserves recognition for their outstanding leadership and service? Submit a nomination! ow.ly/SCgQ50ZZ3Sr #TXLA27 #TXLibraries #LibrarianoftheYear
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Smart choices online start with great skills! 💡🌐 Happy #DigitalCitizenshipWeek! School librarians empower students every day to navigate the digital world safely, think critically about sources, and build a positive footprint. How is your library celebrating #DigCit Week? Tag us in your photos and activities! #TxASL #DigitalCitizenship #MediaLiteracy #FutureReadyStudents #EdTech #SchoolLibrarians
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It's National Friends of Libraries Week! 💙 This week, we celebrate the Friends groups across Texas whose dedication, advocacy, and support make a lasting difference in their libraries and communities. Thank you for all you do! #FriendsOfLibrariesWeek #TXLibraries
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Mark your calendars for these upcoming TLA webinars! 📚 FREE for members. Non-members can attend the Oct. 27 & Nov. 17 webinars for $40; Dec. 2 is members only. Learn more & register: ow.ly/yvsx50ZYezB #TXLibraries #LibraryProfessionals #LibraryAdvocacy
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Wrapping up #HispanicHeritageMonth with one final Tejas Star title: La flor generosa/The Giving Flower by Alda P.Dobbs! Explore more books & activities: ow.ly/YJ2o50ZYflV TY to the Tejas Star Committee for sharing these recommendations! #TXLA #TejasStar #TXLibraries
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Could a TLA scholarship or grant support your next step? Review the available opportunities, eligibility requirements, and required documents. Apply by Jan. 15, 2027. Learn more at: txla.org/awards-scholarships… #TXLA #LibraryScholarships #TXLibraries
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Our Hispanic Heritage Month series continues with another Tejas Star Reading List title: Popo el xolo/Popo the Xolo, a Pura Belpré Award winner by Paloma Angelina Lopez and illustrated by Abraham Matias!📚⭐ More: ow.ly/YUcR50ZXPTG
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District Meetings are in full swing across Texas! 🎉 We’ve loved seeing library professionals connect, learn and share ideas. Thank you to our volunteers, presenters, sponsors, vendors and hosts — and to everyone who’s joined us so far! #TLA #TXLibraries
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In observance of Indigenous Peoples' day, the TLA office is closed and will reopen on Tuesday, October 13. Today, we recognize Indigenous peoples, cultures, histories, and contributions.
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Continuing our Hispanic Heritage Month series with The Life of/La vida de Valenzuela, written by Patty Rodriguez & Ariana Stein and illustrated by Cintli Reyes. Explore more: txla.org/reading-lists/tejas… #TXLibraries #HispanicHeritageMonth
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Registration is officially OPEN for TLA 2027! 🎉 Join us in San Antonio April 19–22 for sessions, vendors, special events, author meet-and-greets and more. Register: conference.txla.org/ #TXLibraries #TXLA27 Video clips courtesy of Visit San Antonio
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Whatever your goals are for 2027, you don’t have to reach them alone. TLA membership connects you with resources to grow, lead and bring new ideas to your library. 2027 membership is now open — renew or join today: ow.ly/EF4P50ZTBNk #TXLibraries #TLAMember
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We’re about to hit the road for TLA’s Fall District Meetings! 🚗 From October through mid-November, library professionals will connect, learn and access resources close to home. Thank you to our Tour of Texas sponsors: Insignia Software, @li_tx, and @4LPi! #TXLibraries
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A new Libraries Transform Texas podcast episode is out! 🎙️ Hear about Texas America 250, the statewide reading challenge and the 2026 Texas Great Reads, featuring @HanktheCowdog1 author John Erickson. Listen: ow.ly/lep250ZSK1t #TXLibraries #TexasAmerica250
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The 2026 TCAL Conference was a wonderful success! We’re grateful to our sponsors for helping make this year’s event possible and for their ongoing support Texas academic libraries. Thank you for being part of TCAL 2026! @Clarivate @EBSCO @AmigosLibServ @tandfonline
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Hit the road for TLA District Meetings this October and November! 🚗📚 Find a meeting near you, connect with colleagues, and explore topics impacting Texas libraries. Registration closes soon for several October meetings: ow.ly/PHRn50ZR1lX #TXLibraries #LibraryEvents
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