Dear APALA Family, When I stepped into this presidency role for the second time, I did so with equal parts of humility and joy. Not…
Author: Timothy Chu
From Your Immediate Past President: A Letter of Gratitude Dear APALA Family, When I stepped into this presidency role for the second time, I did…
Jean Lin (Protégé) When I signed up for APALA’s mentorship program in the summer of 2025, I was just about to start my MLIS program…
By Selina SharminAssistant Manager East FlushingQueens Public Library, New York Attending the American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference 2026 in Chicago as a recipient of…
I am beyond grateful to have had Holly Okuhara as my APALA mentor over the past year. Through our virtual meetings and email exchanges, Holly…
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…
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…
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…