APALA Northeast Chapter- Lunar New Year Parade A group of feisty and energetic library workers and friends ushered in the Year of the Fire Horse…
Author: Timothy Chu
President’s Message Dear APALA Members, It’s been 60 years since the last New Year of the Fire Horse – and what a powerful symbol to…
by Michael Lambert, City Librarian of San Francisco The City of San Francisco is known for many things: cable cars, the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s…
By Kannan Cangro, School Librarian, Clermont Elementary School, Alexandria, VA (FCPS) On September 17, 2025, we were honored to welcome Karina Yan Glaser to Clermont…
Dear APALA Members, It’s been 60 years since the last New Year of the Fire Horse – and what a powerful symbol to carry into…
We are thrilled to invite you to the 2026 APALA Literature Awards Banquet. This annual banquet celebrates the authors, illustrators, creators, and storytellers whose works…
Ann Matsuuchi has co-authored a reference book on science fiction writer Samuel R. Delany with CUNY/SUNY colleagues: Mannion, Elizabeth, Ann Matsuuchi, Lavelle Porter, and Kenny…
President’s Message Dear APALA Members, As fall settles in, I’ve been thinking about all of you – our incredible APALA community – and the energy…
For many of us in APALA, Florante was more than a mentor, colleague, or friend. He was a builder of AANHPI spaces, connections, and new…
by Maria Shackles Public libraries are embracing the vibrant world of Asian pop culture—and patrons are loving it! From fuzzy monsters to K-pop heroes, these…