Florida Library Assn

Together, we can ensure libraries remain strong, accessible, and fully funded for all Floridians. 📚✨ #FloridaLibraries #LibraryAdvocacy #SupportLibraries #LibrariesMatter

Library advocacy doesn’t end with Legislative Day. You can raise your voice by staying informed, sharing why libraries matter to you, and supporting efforts to protect funding for critical library programs statewide.

💛 Celebrate those who make a difference! Nominate for the Outstanding Citizen & Maria Chavez-Hernandez “Libraries Change People’s Lives” awards. Honoring advocacy, service & community impact ➡️ flalib.org/fla-2026-awards #FLAAwards #LibrariesChangeLives #CelebrateSuccess

This is our "I just renewed my FLA membership" dance! 💃✨ Don't let the music stop— renew your membership by January 31st so you don’t have a lapse in benefits and keep celebrating Florida libraries! Not a member yet? Join the party! loom.ly/VjFqAn0

Repost @unflibrary: Some of our prized pieces in the new Allen Lastinger Center for Florida History include antique maps. This particular map, "La Tables des Isles Neufues," is just shy of 500 years old! 🗺️ 🤯 Come see how fascinating Florida history can be.

Yesterday, FLA hosted Library Legislative Day at the Florida Capitol. More than 25 participants advocated for sustainable funding for Florida libraries, state aid, library construction grants, and more. Thank you to all who participated! #FloridaLibraries #AdvocacyDay

🤝 Celebrate library partnerships! Nominate for Outstanding Business or Media Partner & Libraries Mean Business awards, honoring collaboration, innovation & community impact. Submit today ➡️ flalib.org/fla-2026-awards #FLAAwards #LibrariesMeanBusiness #CelebrateSuccess

Repost @floridamemory; Close-up view of Orlando Public Library (@OCLS), circa late 1960s. ✨ State Archives of Florida, Image DC071233. Photo: loom.ly/OXj9C1k. #floridamemory #orlando

From answering millions of reference questions to hosting thousands of programs and welcoming residents of all ages, libraries remain one of Florida’s most trusted and impactful public resources. 💙 When we support libraries, we support Florida. #FloridaLibraries #LibrariesMatter

📚 Florida libraries make a difference, every single day. Each year, millions of Floridians turn to their libraries for learning, connection, and opportunity. Libraries support early literacy, workforce development, digital access, and civic engagement, and much more.

join us for The Art of Public Speaking workshop with Doug Crane! Participants will learn the art and science of public speaking, based on the Toastmasters approach. Wednesday, February 4 at 1pm Free for FLA members & $20 for non-members. Register today: loom.ly/LVY_q3g

We’re proud to stand up for library funding, library workers, and the millions of Floridians who rely on these services every day. 💙📚 #FloridaLibraries #LibraryAdvocacy

This week, members of the Florida Library Association are at the Capitol meeting with legislators to advocate for strong, sustainable funding for Florida’s libraries. From literacy to technology access and community spaces, libraries are essential to every Florida community.

💛 Celebrate those who stand up & speak out for libraries! Nominate for the Intellectual Freedom Award & Eileen Brunner Library Champion Award. Honoring advocacy, courage & community impact ➡️ flalib.org/fla-2026-awards #FLAAwards #LibraryChampion #IntellectualFreedom

FLA honors the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. The FLA Office will be closed Monday, January 19th, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Regular operating hours will resume on January 20th. #MLKDay #FloridaLibraries

Repost @mcflpubliclibrary: Today's #MarionMonday throws it back to library technology of yore! Do you remember using any of these tools at the library years ago?

🏆 Celebrate library excellence! Nominate for Library of the Year & Innovative Program or Service awards, honoring leadership, creativity & community impact. Submit today ➡️ flalib.org/fla-2026-awards #FLAAwards #LibraryOfTheYear #InnovationInLibraries #CelebrateSuccess

Palm Beach County Library Director Doug Crane took part in a meeting with Florida Secretary of State Cord Byrd as part of Palm Beach County Day at the Florida Capitol. Director Crane advocated for library funding. #FloridaLibraries #TellYourStory

Attention all FSU & USF MLIS Students! ✨📚 The FLA 2026 Scholarships are NOW OPEN! Deadline Jan 30. Check eligibility & apply here: loom.ly/DIHeAdg #Scholarships #Floridalibraries #USF #FSU