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The Small and Rural Libraries Forum represents the interests of small and rural libraries in Illinois, provides a forum for staff at all levels and trustees to discuss issues of particular interest to small and rural libraries, and encourages active participation in Illinois library organizations.
News
- Small and Rural Libraries Forum Interest Form
- January 26, 2022
- The ILA Small and Rural Libraries Forum represents the interests of small and rural libraries in Illinois, provides a forum for staff at all levels and trustees to discuss issues of particular interest to small and rural libraries, and encourages act…
- SARL Forum featured in RAILS My Library Is... Blog
- September 28, 2021
- Read the blog post here.
- Reopening Small and Rural Libraries Webinar Recording Available
- September 2, 2020
- The ILA Small and Rural Libraries Forum hosted a discussion of how small and rural libraries are responding to reopening. A panel of library directors discussed what worked, how they adapted to challenges and altered plans when needed, and …
Events
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Oct
12
2023
Small and Rural Libraries Forum Board Meeting
Thursday, Oct 12, 2023 3:00pm–4:00pm
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Dec
14
2023
Small and Rural Libraries Forum Board Meeting
Thursday, Dec 14, 2023 3:00pm–4:00pm
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Feb
15
2024
Small and Rural Libraries Forum Board Meeting
Thursday, Feb 15, 2024 3:00pm–4:00pm
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Forum Leadership
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Annabel Yackle, Co-manager Membership Coordinator at Illinois Heartland Library System
Term ends 06/30/2024 -
Emma Rose Conway, Co-manager Clinton Township Public Library
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Esther Curry, Board liaison C.E. Brehm Memorial Public Library District
Term ends 06/30/2025 -
Cathy Grafton, Member Library Director at Odell Public Library District
Term ends 06/30/2025 -
Jessica Rodrigues, Member Head of Information Services at Steger-South Chicago Heights Public Library District
Term ends 06/30/2025 -
Kristin Pekoll, Staff liaison Conference and Continuing Education Manager at Illinois Library Association
Term ends 06/30/2025