Illinois Library Association Annual Conference September 24 - 26, 2008 at Navy Pier, Chicago.
ILA Conference Reflections
The breathtaking view of the Chicago skyline as it reflected off of Lake Michigan, and the synergy of hundreds of Illinois Librarians, offered a welcoming respite from my daily routine. One of my goals at each conference that I attend is to meet and chat with someone that I do not know, so I enjoyed every opportunity to network . The location, the timely keynote address, The New Inquisition, presented by Jamie LaRue, the awards ceremony, the author's Luncheon featuring Bill Barnes and Gene Ambaum, creators of Unshelved, the library comic strip, plus a plethora of additional programs, embodied the essence of this year's theme, Libraries=Access: Provide, Promote, Protect. What an opportunity to become recharged and rejuvenated by participating in such innovative educational opportunities. One of highlights of the conference was Style From the Stacks: Project Runway featuring fashions designed and modeled by members of the Illinois library community. One of our own Youth Services Librarian's, Storytime on the Go, fashion statement was totally awesome! Congratulations. Until next year in Peoria, Illinois, a special thank you to the staff of our Illinois Library Association office for all of the countless hours of hard work to make this year's conference happen.
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