Programs & Meetings

Programs

The Annual Conference includes hundreds of programs on a wide range of topics critical to librarians’ professional development and the transformation of libraries. Programs are prepared and presented by members of ALA's divisions, roundtables and offices and others.

Two ways to get all the information! Browse and search events, plan and prioritize your time, and build your personal calendar in the Scheduler or view the Annual Conference Preliminary Program NOW!

Click here for the Preliminary Program Mobile Version, and here for the Accessible Version.

Meetings

Committee meetings are held during the Annual Conference to do the business of the association. Some meetings will be listed "closed" as they are discussing private information, but most meetings are open to any attendee, and may be a good way to learn about the business of ALA and its divisions.

Networking Uncommons

Make the connections you want at the Networking Uncommons space in the Convention Center. It's a dedicated area where you can gather in small groups to have a quick meeting, polish your presentation, or just recharge your batteries. The area will feature tables, chairs, free convention center wifi, and a projector and screen, as well as some gadgets in case you want to push content out in real time. Sign up for a time slot if you want to plan ahead - otherwise, just show up. During open times, the area is up for grabs, although it's big enough that multiple groups can use it at once, even when someone has scheduled something. Or just look at the topics each day to see what interests you.