Understanding the IPLAR for Trustees

Monday, September 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM, Laura Keyes from the Illinois State Library will lead a webinar to assist Trustees by defining the Illinois Public Library Annual Report (IPLAR), emphasizing its importance under state statutes, and outlining how to support your...

Trustee Training: Library Advocacy

Friday, Jul 10, 2026 | 10:00 am – 11:00 am Amelia N. Aldred, Deputy Director of State and Local Advocacy at the American Library Association, and Deborah Doyle, President of United for Libraries and an experienced library trustee, will guide participants through...

Welcome to Fiscal Year 2027

Summer is a busy season for library boards. From onboarding new trustees and completing required trainings to reviewing bylaws, evaluating finances, and working closely with library leadership and staff, there’s a lot to prepare for in the year ahead. To help you stay...