Learn more about sites across the country designated in honor of our literary heritage.
Books for Babies is a national literacy program for newborns and their parents.
FOLUSA and ALTA Become ALTAFF
Citizen support for libraries received a big boost on February 1, 2009. This marks the date when Friends of Libraries U.S.A. (FOLUSA) and the Association for Library Trustees and Advocates (ALTA) joined forces to become an expanded division of ALA. The new organization will be called the Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations (ALTAFF). Read more.
News and Notes
ALTAFF Gala Author Tea
Join ALTAFF for this traditional author event featuring Scottoline (pictured left) and Kathryn Stockett. Additional authors to be announced. Bestselling authors talk about their current and forthcoming books. Books signing to follow the program. Some books will be given away free and others will be available for purchase at a generous discount. Tickets are $35 in advance ($30 for FOLUSA, ALTA, and ALTAFF members) and $45 onsite. Read More
The Laugh's On Us!
Comedian Paula Poundstone (pictured left) will help you end the day with laughter when she joins other of America's funniest writers and comedians including Lisa Grunberger, Mishna Wolf, and Jen Lancaster. Wine and cheese will be served. Tickets are $35 in advance and $45 onsite. Read More
Babies Love Books!
In honor of the publication of its first book, Once Upon a Holiday the Moon Fell Out of the Sky, Nordstrom has donated $10,000 to support FOLUSA's Books for Babies program. In conjunction, FOLUSA has launched Babies Love Books, a website just for parents and caregivers that explores the world of reading to babies and toddlers. Click here to learn about 20 Books for Babies matching grants for $500 each to be awarded in 2008 to Friends groups, libraries, woman's clubs, and other nonprofit organizations.
Even More Great Ideas!
The first edition of this breakthrough book was a huge success, so FOLUSA (Friends of Libraries U.S.A.) has collected 101+ more terrific ideas and best practices to help you and your team connect with your community with Even More Great Ideas for Libraries and Friends. Read More
