ILA JobLine: Executive Director | Six Mile Regional Library District ow.ly/BVpN50YNK9f #ILAJobLine #LibraryJobs

Happy National Library Workers Day! Libraries are only as great as the people behind them, and you are the reason they matter.

Thank you for the care, expertise, and passion you bring to your work every day.

Celebrate with an ILA Award nomination: bit.ly/ILAAwards26

Happy #NationalLibraryWeek! All week long, we are celebrating the place that sparks curiosity, fuels imagination, and welcomes everyone!

This year's theme, "Find Your Joy," is an invitation for people of all backgrounds to explore and discover what sparks joy in them at the library.

Voting for the 2026 ILA elections is open to ILA personal members. We're spotlighting candidates running for Director-at-Large positions: Jennifer Hovanec of the La Grange Public Library (bit.ly/JHovanec26) and Rosie Camargo of the South Holland Public Library (bit.ly/RCamargo26). #WeAreILA

The latest ILA Member spotlight shines on Charles Stump. Charles is the Vice-President of the Crystal Lake Public Library Board of Trustees and a member of the ILA Library Trustee Forum. Read about Charles on the ILA website! bit.ly/ILASpotlight.... #WeAreILA

Reaching Forward South Day is underway! The committee welcomed attendees this morning for a day of learning, networking, and community. #RFSouth2026

Register today to attend the ILA Marketing Forum Mini-Conference! The virtual session is scheduled for April 17, and registration closes April 13.

The theme is "Tips & Tools for Modern Library Marketing," and will feature keynote speaker Kiosha Boyles, along with sessions. bit.ly/ILAMFMINICON26

CPS students can now access books, tutoring, other library services with just a student ID The move expands an initiative between Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Public Library that aims to make it easier for students to get resources at all of the city’s public libraries.

The Chicago Public Library and Chicago Public Schools recently announced the expansion of The 81 Club, a program that allows school identification cards to double as library cards.

Join the Illinois Association of College and Research Libraries Forum Conference and Continuing Education Committee for its Spring Sampler on April 22, at 10:00 a.m.

This year's theme is AI in Academic Libraries and will feature keynote speaker Nick Tanzi, The Digital Librarian.
bit.ly/IACRLSS26

"We need not only our public libraries to be funded properly and staffed properly, but our school libraries. Many children can't get to a public library, and the only library they have is a school library."—Katherine Paterson #WednesdayWisdom #AASLslm

Plainfield girl learning to use 'robot arm' thanks to local library A little girl has what she calls a “robot arm,” thanks to 3D printing at the Plainfield Area Public Library.

Four-year-old Brooklynn Pelletier has what she calls a “robot arm,” thanks to 3D printing at the Plainfield Area Public Library.

Voting for the 2026 ILA Executive Board elections is now open to all ILA personal members.

We're highlighting candidates, starting with those running for ILA Vice-President/President-Elect: Amanda McKay (bit.ly/AmandaMcKay26) and Leander Spearman (bit.ly/LeanderSpearman26). #WeAreILA

It's the last day to submit a proposal or talk for this year's ILA Annual Conference! This is your chance to share how you and your library are building connections, demonstrating relevance and impact, and solidifying your library’s role as a vital resource. Submit Now! bit.ly/ILAAC26ProposalsTalks

Happy School Library Month! School libraries inspire a love of learning and give every student the resources they need to succeed.

Visit the American Association of School Librarians website to access resources and find ways to celebrate and promote School Library Month! ow.ly/jLJQ50YCOXu #AASLslm

It's the first day of the @ala-pla.bsky.social 2026 Conference! If you're attending, stop by the iREAD Program booth (#203) to take part in a collaborative art project, preview iREAD 2027: Reading Expands Our Universe, and say hello.

"The library is so essential for our society."—Kelly Yang #WednesdayWisdom #Libraries #ILA

Congratulations to the Peoria Public Library for submitting the ILA Member Photo of the Month for March! The photo features a couple who got engaged at the library in February. #WeAreILA

The ILA Marketing Forum is launching a new discussion series designed to encourage robust conversation around topics important and relevant to Illinois library communications and marketing professionals.

The Friday Marketing Exchange series debuts March 27 at 11 am. Details: ow.ly/mIvq50YzoIR

New Austin branch librarian looks to expand programming, services, collaboration - Austin Weekly News When Austin Weekly News arrived to interview Roy Kinsey, the Austin branch library manager since December, he was busy discussing patron data with a specialist.

Rapper and librarian Roy Kinsey wants the library to serve the community in any way it can.

Join us for our second ILA Noon Network webinar focused on the Digital Library Protection Act, House Bill 5236, on March 26, at noon.

During this webinar, members of the ILA Advocacy Committee will provide updates on the bill and the hearing, and more! ow.ly/zr1e50YxP2K

Brookfield’s library promotes civic discourse - Riverside-Brookfield Landmark Brookfield's library is asking community members to take One Small Step toward understanding each other and the history of civic engagement.

From now through the end of April, the Linda Sokol Francis Brookfield Library is asking community members to take One Small Step toward understanding each other.

"And if you are a parent, introduce your children to their neighborhood library. It will give them a real sense of independence to have their own library card and enjoy borrowing books."—Sarah Jessica Parker #WomensHistoryMonth #Libraries #ILA

It's here! The ILA Reporter featuring the exciting new buildings article is now live on the ILA website. Along with the stunning 2025 new library buildings, you'll find articles on libraries and fat liberation, how to build a video gaming lounge, and much more. bit.ly/March26ILAReporter

National Library Week is around the corner, April 19-25! It's never too early to prepare by securing resources from the @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social.

Honorary Chair of National Library Week, Mychal Threets, will encourage everyone to celebrate with the theme "Find Your Joy!" ow.ly/bCku50YoOYL

“When life seems not worth living, ten minutes in a library proves otherwise.”—Miv Schaaf #WomensHistoryMonth #Libraries #ILA

The Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries (IACRL) Awards Committee is accepting submissions for the IACRL 2026 People's Choice Award in Scholarly Publishing.

The submission has been extended to Friday, March 20. bit.ly/IACRLPCA26

ILA JobLine: Associate Library Director | Berwyn Public Library ow.ly/1rYJ50YocyH #ILAJobLine #LibraryJobs

“A library is about going someplace to be fed. All are hungry, if we really think about it, for what books and the community of literature offers. It feels restorative, and it’s something that we need right now more than ever.”—Tracy K. Smith #WomensHistoryMonth #Libraries #ILA

It's #ILAInstitutionalMember Spotlight Monday! This month, we're featuring the Kankakee Public Library.

Visit the ILA website to read about the library: bit.ly/KankakeePL. #WeAreILA

Happy #ReadAcrossAmerica Day! 🎉 Join the nationwide celebration of literacy and grab a book to share with a young reader. Let's make reading a lifelong adventure!