Learn more about sites across the country designated in honor of our literary heritage.
Books for Babies is a national literacy program for newborns and their parents.
Friends of Libraries U.S.A.
provides resources, services, and networking opportunities for Friends, Trustees, and Foundations across the country to increase and enhance their efforts on behalf of libraries of all types.
News and Notes
FOLUSA and Paula Poundstone Promote the Virtual March, May 12-16, 2008
FOLUSA national spokesperson and Emmy-award winning comedian Paula Poundstone and FOLUSA have teamed up to help Friends promote and participate in the 6th annual Virtual March, May 12-16, 2008. One lucky Friends group will even win $250 in recognition of their efforts to promote the Virtual March. Read More
2008 ALA Annual Conference
FOLUSA presents a stellar line-up with two ticketed events, three authors programs, and three workshops for Friends during the 2008 ALA Annual Conference in Anaheim, CA, June 26-July 2, 2008. Read more
Babies Love Books!
In honor of the publication of its first book, Once Upon a Holiday the Moon Fell Out of the Sky, Nordstrom has donated $10,000 to support FOLUSA's Books for Babies program. In conjunction, FOLUSA has launched Babies Love Books, a website just for parents and caregivers that explores the world of reading to babies and toddlers. Click here to learn about 20 Books for Babies matching grants for $500 each to be awarded in 2008 to Friends groups, libraries, woman's clubs, and other nonprofit organizations.
Book Expo America!
Calling all librarians and library supporters! Mark your calendar to attend Book Expo America, May 29-June 1, at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Read more
