2009 AzLA Annual Conference - Libraries Lighting the Way

Lodging and Local Information

The official AzLA Conference Hotel is the Renaissance Glendale Hotel and Spa in Glendale. The special room rate for the conference is $159.00/night (including all taxes). At the time of booking, you must mention or enter the AzLA Conference Group Code, AZLAZLA, to get this special rate. You must book by November 30, 2009 to receive this special rate. This rate is valid December 6-10, 2009. Call 1-800-HOTELS1 to reserve your room by phone or use the online reservations system.

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Westgate City Center Information

Glendale Information

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News and Updates

• Early Bird Registration closed on Friday, November 20th.  You will need to register at the conference and pay a $25 on-site registration fee.
• Follow the AzLA Conference on Twitter 
• NEW! Student Volunteer Program

Conference Information

Keynote

This year's keynote speaker is Peter Pearson, President of the Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library.  His keynote is titled Libraries Lighting the Way: But Who's Going to Pay the Electric Bill. Libraries all across the country are experiencing record utilization coupled with dramatic losses in public funding....a perfect storm. What can libraries do to weather this storm? Sometimes the answers can come from non-librarians. Trustees, Friends, Foundations and community residents can help tremendously especially in the areas of fundraising and advocacy. This keynote address will highlight ways in which citizens can and should get involved in these two critical activities that will allow libraries to survive in these difficult times.

General Conference Information

Conference Registration Prices - No increase over last year's prices! 

Author/Illustrator Awards and AzLA Service Awards Luncheon Information - join us on Tuesday, December 8th for the Author/Illustrator Award Luncheon and Wednesday, December 9th for the AzLA Service Awards.  Luncheon tickes are $45/person and include entree, salad, dessert and coffee.  Tickets must be purchased in advance.  Please see link for time and entree information. 

Pre-Conference - Take a look at our exciting Pre-Conference Programs!  There is no on-site registration for pre-conference programs so be sure to register by the November 20th deadline.

Conference Schedule - Find out what is happening at the conference by room and time slot. 

Conference Program Descriptions - Want to check out the descriptions of programs before the conference?  Here is the list but remember, it is still subject to chage.

Poster Sessions & Roundtable Discussions - Both will be held in the Exhibit Hall at varying times on Tuesday and Wednesday.  Check out the link for descriptions and times.

 

Conference Charity 

The 2009 AzLA Conference Charity is The Louise A. Stephens Endowed Scholarship Fund. The scholarship provides annual support to students enrolled in the University of Arizona ’s School of Information Resources and Library Science M.A. program. Conference attendees can donate to the scholarship by participating in a raffle during the conference. Multiple prizes will be offered. Purchase raffle tickets at the AzLA booth in the exhibit hall ($2 each or 3 for $5). Drawings will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday during the last no-conflict time in the conference schedule. A list of raffle winners will be posted at the AzLA booth each day. Participants must be present to win. Conference attendees can also donate by cash or check. A donation box is located near the entrance of the exhibit hall. 

Volunteer at the Conference

Planning on attending the 2009 AzLA Annual Conference?  Would you be willing to volunteer an hour (or more) at the AzLA registration desk or the AzLA Membership booth?

Volunteers are needed each day of the regular conference - Tuesday, December 8th and Wednesday, December 9th.  This is a great opportunity to create career connections and serve your professional organization. 

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Rosemary Bebris at rosemary.bebris@pinalcountyaz.gov or by phone at 520-868-9471.

Scholarships

AzLA Scholarships

State Library Continuing Education Scholarships

Information For Exhibitors

Exhibitor Registration Form

Conference Contacts

Contact AzLA Association Management Office for questions about registering for the conference or if you need assistance with your username and password. They can be reached at 480-609-3999 or admin@azla.org

Contact Kerrell Farmelant for general conference questions (e.g., hotel, luncheons, etc.) or exhibitor information. She can be reached at 480-656-3271 or kerrell@thenextgreatevent.com   

Conference Planning Committees

Past Conferences

2008 Annual Conference
2007 Annual Conference