Make plans now to attend the FOLIO Splash (a workshop for statewide Friends of Libraries) on Saturday, October 12, at the Moore Public Library. A panel of Friends will discuss their variety of takes on selling books from ongoing library sale strategies, antique malls, and online sales, to advice on event book sales. The freedom to read is such an important right that we’ll discuss. An Oklahoma Book Award author will be featured.

Other ideas will be shared with panels on library literacy projects and creative fundraising successes. We’ll also hear stories about our inaugural recognition of outstanding friends, as we Stand Up for Standout Friends.

Make plans now for Friends of Libraries Week activities October 20-26, 2024 to increase your Friends’ membership and gain recognition for your group. FOLIO and United for Libraries recognize outstanding efforts during the week. See the latest FOLIO Newsletter for more details and ideas.

Two Oklahoma Library Friends groups will each win $500 in honor of their activities celebrating National Friends of Libraries Week. The application is now available. The deadline for submission is November 15, 2024. 

It’s not too early to start planning a fun and fabulous week to celebrate your Friends organization.

FOLIO is expanding its social media presence!

FOLIO day is Friday, March 14

Registration is now open for the 118th Annual Conference of the Oklahoma Library Association. The conference will be held March 12-14 at the Embassy Suites in Norman, OK. Early-bird reduced rates end on Feb. 4. Conference Details

Oklahoma Literary Site Dedication
Honoring Tony Hillerman
Saturday, March 15 - 10 a.m.
Shawnee Public Library, 101 N. Philadelphia, Shawnee, OK