2024 Annual Conference for Friends, Trustees, and Library Supporters

Join us for an informative and engaging day for all who support the ongoing success of libraries in our state.

There is no cost for this event. Morning refreshments and a box lunch will be provided.

The day will include:

The Maryland State Library Agency: A View for the Future
Morgan Miller, Maryland State Librarian
Ms. Miller will speak on the achievements of the Maryland State Library Agency and her vision for the future of Maryland libraries.

Preserving Freedom: Librarians as Guardians Against Censorship
Lisa Varga, Library Journal 2024 Librarian of the Year
Ms. Varga is the immediate past chair of the Virginia Beach Public Library Board, and serves on the American Library Association Intellectual Freedom Committee. She is a member of the International Council of Library Association Executives and the Virginia Society of Association Executives. Varga is also a member of the ALA Policy Corps, focused on the Unite Against Book Bans campaign. She has presented locally and nationally on a variety of topics.

Democracy and Me : A Growing Guide
Rohini Gupta, Adult Learning and Innovation Specialist, Howard County Library
Nancy Targett, Instructor and Research Specialist, Howard County Library
Democracy is strongest when every voice is heard, and libraries play a key role in fostering civic engagement and ensuring access to essential resources. In this presentation, we’ll explore tools that libraries can use to enhance civic engagement through a variety of programs, including intergenerational initiatives. Learn how to design interactive programs that may incorporate elements of history, literature, the arts, or hands-on activities. Discover how your library can help plant the seeds of democracy and equity in your community.