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Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · 14h

It's Saskatchewan Library Week! 🎉This year's theme, "Libraries Open Doors," celebrates libraries as a point of opportunity.

Libraries open the door accessible, safe spaces where everyone is welcome. This is one of the reasons why advocating for libraries matters. #SKLibraryWeek

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Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · 2d

Last chance to get your entries in for the Book Spine Poetry Contest, closing on October 12th!

Book spine poetry is a free verse poem composed using titles printed on the spines of stacked books.

Learn More: buff.ly/ZOkcqi1

#SLA #SaskCulture #SaskLotteries

Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · 4d

SLA's Saskatchewan Library Week takes place from October 12 to 18 this year! Our theme, "Libraries Open Doors," celebrates libraries as a point of opportunity offering accessible and welcoming spaces filled with a lifetime of possibilities.
#SKLibraryWeek #LibrariesMatter
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Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · 10d

October is Canadian Library Month! This year's theme, "Libraries for Life", highlights the lifelong benefits provided by local libraries across Canada. #LibrariesForLife #BibliosPourLaVie

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Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · 10d

This month's issue of SLAte is hot off the presses and bursting at the seams with library goodies! If you're a library professional or library lover, we encourage you to sign up online for our monthly newsletter. View the October issue here: buff.ly/g99qx7q

Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · 12d

Today and every day is a time for us to acknowledge the ongoing impact and injustices of the residential school system. As we move forward on the path towards reconciliation, consider ways you can personally take action. For some valuable resources: nctr.ca

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Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · 19d

Are you making the most of your SLA membership? Do you know that active Individual SLA members have access to over 5,000 discounts at Perkopolis?

Become a member today, or learn more about the many exciting benefits available to SLA members by visiting us online: buff.ly/0co4h4W

Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · 23d

Culture Days is here along with our annual Book Spine Poetry Contest!

Enter to win a grand prize of a $100 McNally Robinson gift card in one of four age categories! This contest runs until October 12th. To learn more: buff.ly/ZOkcqi1
#SLA #SaskCulture #SaskLotteries

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Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · 24d

Are you ready? Culture Days Begins tomorrow, and we're excited to explore the many vibrant arts and cultural events happening province-wide! Visit Culture Days online to learn more: buff.ly/8Qiwk13

Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · 24d

Applications are waiting to be filled for the 2025 SLA Mentorship Program!

This program is a great way for members to learn, grow, and share through mentor, mentee, and peer-to-peer roles.

Apply by October 15th. All individual SLA members are welcome.
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Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · 26d

Each year, the SLA awards grants to help support member programming during Saskatchewan Library Week. Congratulations to the 2025 grant recipients! We are so excited to see what incredible programming you bring to communities throughout Saskatchewan!

Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · Sep 12

Have you heard? Our annual Book Spine Poetry Contest runs from September 19 - October 13 in alignment with Culture Days. Enter in one of four age categories to win a McNally Robinson gift card! This contest is available in both French and English.

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Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · Sep 11

Applications are now open for the 2025 Mentorship Program!🎉 All SLA members are welcome and encouraged to participate! Applications are open until Tuesday, September 30th. To learn more: buff.ly/vziXMMi

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Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · Sep 10

SLA's Prison Library Sub-Committee's quarterly book recommendation is The Class: Trauma and Transformation in an American Prison by Chris Hedges. We encourage you to visit your local library or independent bookseller to pick up a copy today!
Learn More about the PLSC here: buff.ly/mx8xLee

Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · Sep 9

The Saskatchewan Library Association is pleased to be offering the Indigenous MLIS Student Award. This $5,000 award provides financial support while promoting the continued growth of professional librarianship.

Applications are now open and close on October 31. To apply: buff.ly/gbj19ew

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Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · Sep 9

The Saskatchewan Library Association is pleased to be offering the Maureen Woods Education Award. This $5,000 award provides financial support while promoting the continued growth of professional librarianship.

Applications are now open and close on October 31. To apply: buff.ly/CRl6SOG

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Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · Sep 5

Join hosts Nazneen Akhter Ahmed and Becca Abbott from Foundations Learning & Skills Saskatchewan on Wednesday, September 24, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. This exciting online workshop is free to all SLA members! Learn more: buff.ly/wE5ZQYW

Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · Sep 2

Have you read the latest issue of SLAte? Our September newsletter is filled with exciting news, programs, and opportunities you won't want to miss! If you're a library professional or simply a library lover, we encourage you to sign up today. View the September issue: buff.ly/BrVpsXc #ilovemylibrary

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Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · Aug 29

As we say goodbye to this year's summer programming made possible through the Summer Children’s Storytelling & Performer Tours Grants, the SLA would like to thank SaskTel for their generous presentation and sponsorship! #SaskTel @SaskTel

Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · Aug 18

Great news! The deadline for Sask Library Week grants has been extended until August 22. 🎉 Sask Library Week promotes the valuable resources and services provided by libraries across the province. Our $250 grants help SLA members put on Sask Library Week programming. Apply Today: buff.ly/FCITTwr

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Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · Aug 14

Saskatchewan Library Week (SLW) promotes the wonderful resources and services our many libraries have to offer. Our $250 grants help support SLA members put on SLW programming.

Hurry up! Applications close on August 15. To apply, please visit us online: buff.ly/Xq8OpV7

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Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · Aug 13

The Institutional Member Continuing Education Grant provides up to $1,000 for institutional SLA members to develop or promote a continuing education opportunity of their choosing.

Grant applications are now open and close on September 15. Learn more: buff.ly/LwcKfTs

Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · Aug 13

The Individual Member Continuing Education Grant provides up to $500 for individual SLA members seeking assistance to attend a continuing education opportunity of their choosing. Grant applications are now open and close on September 15. Please visit us online to learn more: buff.ly/n9NkzRm

Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · Aug 12

The SLA would like to thank SaskTel for generously presenting and sponsoring our Summer Children’s Storytelling & Performer Tours Grants. These yearly grants help member libraries create summer programming for children and teens across Saskatchewan. #SaskTel

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Saskatchewan Library Association @sasklibrary.bsky.social · Aug 5

Have you read the latest issue of SLAte? SLAte is our monthly newsletter that helps keep library professionals and library lovers alike stay in the loop. If you haven't yet subscribed, we invite you to sign up today! View the August issue here: buff.ly/Zn2MHws