Top 10 Reasons to Join GBCLA
1. Networking: We meet four times each year to discuss independent school library topics and trends. 2. Hosting: Volunteer to host a GBCLA meeting at your school -- it's great PR for your school, and it's an efficient way to attend meetings! 3. Grants: for professional development requests up to $750.00 is available each year, through grant rounds in the fall and spring. Total amount/year is $3000 ($1500 for each grant round). 4. Low yearly dues: Only $50 per school per year! 5. Listserv: Active Google Group for communication and support. 6. ILL: Interlibrary loan system (CLASS) to share resources. 7. Leadership: Opportunities for committee and leadership roles to advance the profession of library and information science. 8. Social Gatherings: In addition to meetings, we are trying a new initiative to host area-specific social gatherings to allow a variety of connections. 9. Site Visits: Attend meetings and visit GBCLA libraries across the area to see best practices in action. 10. Fun! We love to share stories, gather ideas, and partake of good snacks. |
2020-2021 Schedule
Fall Meeting: Wednesday, October 14, 2020: 1 pm - 3 pm (Zoom link to follow) Late Fall Meeting: Thursday, November 19, 2020: 1 pm - 3 pm (Zoom link to follow) Winter Social Gathering February 2021 - Potential Social Event - maybe an online trivia night? Spring Meeting: Tuesday, May 11, 2021: 1 pm - 3 pm (location TBD ... most likely Zoom ... maybe live??) |