Hurricane Relief for Libraries
The Florida Library Association joins our members in distress over the tragedy of Hurricane Helene and the impending Hurricane Milton. Our thoughts are with all members and Floridians who are impacted by the hurricanes.
FLA has developed an FLA Hurricane Fund to help Florida libraries and library employees recover from damages due to the hurricane. FLA is a strong community, and together we can make a difference.
Please keep an eye on our website and your email for more information, and thank you in advance for your support.
Spooky season is here once again! Slight cool temperatures and winds bring some relief from our harsh summer heat. We embrace the fall season by indulging in pumpkin-flavored treats and bundling up with layers (not many, though). For many, it's time to look forward to costumes, candy, and gatherings with family and friends. I love Halloween and dressing up, as you have already noticed. Read the full October 2024 President's Message here.
2024-2025 President's Message
At the end of our annual conference this year, I had the joy of revealing our incoming annual theme: Overdue for Fun: Celebrating Libraries and Ourselves. I want this year to mark a moment when we focus on celebrating ourselves and our profession; something we often forget to practice.
You might be wondering, “Fun”? How can we find enjoyment during chaos within our profession and beyond? What I expressed in my speech is that one lesson I have learned in recent years is that despite the substantial amount of work ahead, we can also find connection and joy in our collective efforts. We can have fun while doing the good work we are doing. They can co-exist. What keeps me positive is reflecting on the emotions we feel when we get together at our conferences. There, we reconnect, laugh, and unite in our shared passion for our profession. What a wonderful gift it is to extend this all year long. We realize that we have a wonderful association and a powerful history.
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