Illinois Library Association

Register today for the ILA Noon Network webinar, "Library Citizens’ Academy," on June 15, at noon. To educate the community and gain support, staff at the Rock Island Public Library launched a Citizens’ Academy.

Join us to learn about the academy, including its successes and challenges, to help you create your own program. Visit the ILA website for more information and to register. https://ow.ly/B27S50Z8NTs

More than 1,100 people celebrated the Addison Public Library's newly renovated space and the debut of Sam's Lab, a brand new makerspace. The event also marked the official launch of the library's summer reading program.

📸: Addison Public Library

The Directors University (DU) Committee is seeking experienced Illinois public library directors to serve as committee members at large and mentors for DU attendees.

Directors from all areas of the state and from libraries of all sizes are encouraged to apply to serve as a committee member or mentor.

More information is available on the ILA website. The deadline to apply is Friday, June 12, 2026. https://bit.ly/DUVolunteers26