Pennsylvania Library Association (PaLA)

Pennsylvania Library Association (PaLA) Information, events and updates for PaLA Members

Pennsylvania Library Association (PaLA) is the state's oldest and most diverse professional library organization serving libraries, library employees, library trustees, and Friends of the Library groups. PaLA represents more than 1,900 personal,institutional, and commercial members affiliated with public, academic, special, and school libraries throughout the Commonwealth. The association represen

ts the profession in Harrisburg and provides opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and continuing education for librarians.

Congratulations to the Friends of the Mt. Lebanon Public Library!
06/12/2026

Congratulations to the Friends of the Mt. Lebanon Public Library!

Friends of Mt. Lebanon Public Library raise money so we can have nice things.

Mary E. Crocker worked at the Annie Halenbake Ross Library in Lock Haven during the Great Flood of 1936. When notified t...
06/01/2026

Mary E. Crocker worked at the Annie Halenbake Ross Library in Lock Haven during the Great Flood of 1936. When notified that the flood was coming close to the library, she attempted to move material from the first floor to the second. And when the second floor flooded, she moved important material to the third floor, where she had her living quarters. She rode out the flood there and was later appointed to the Flood Relief Committee.
Citation:
Lear, B. A. (2014). Pennsylvania public libraries and the Great Flood of 1936: Dark clouds and silver linings. Pennsylvania Libraries: Research & Practice, 2(2). https://doi.org/10.5195/palrap.2014.70

Congratulations Heather Sharpe on your appointment! Pennsylvania Department of Education
05/28/2026

Congratulations Heather Sharpe on your appointment! Pennsylvania Department of Education

Effective May 30, 2026, Pennsylvania’s new Deputy Secretary of the Office of Commonwealth Libraries and State Librarian will be Heather Sharpe. Learn more ➡️ pa.gov/agencies/education/newsroom/shapiro-administration-appoints-new-state-librarian-of-pennsylvania

Congratulations Mengle Memorial Library! What a great honor!
05/22/2026

Congratulations Mengle Memorial Library! What a great honor!

On Friday, May 22, 2026 the Mengle Memorial Library will be featured on to share our story. Join us at the library or online to celebrate our National Medal from IMLS (Institute of Museum and Library Services).

Thank you PA State Rep. Scott Barger for visiting all 7 libraries in your 80th district, Blair County. Take a look at ...
05/20/2026

Thank you PA State Rep. Scott Barger for visiting all 7 libraries in your 80th district, Blair County. Take a look at the video from those visits. video.

Screen-Free Week May 05, 2026 Rep. Scott Barger joined the Pennsylvania Outdoor Recreation Association to encourage youths to turn off electronic devices and get outside.

05/05/2026

Congratulations to the Erie County Library on being honored for 2026 National Library Week!

Celebrating 125 Years!Edwin H. Anderson in addition to serving as Pennsylvania Library Association president in 1903, he...
05/01/2026

Celebrating 125 Years!
Edwin H. Anderson in addition to serving as Pennsylvania Library Association president in 1903, he was also president of the American Library Association in 1913-1914. He was the first Director of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh after aiding Andrew Carnegie in its creation.

Congratulations to the Parkland Community Library on being honored for National Library Week 2026!Representative Michael...
04/24/2026

Congratulations to the Parkland Community Library on being honored for National Library Week 2026!

Representative Michael Schlossberg presents Parkland Community Library director Maryellen Kanarr with a proclamation for National Library Week.

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