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Counterparts 2009Due to less-than-minimum enrollment, Counterparts 2009 has been canceled. This summer, the New England Library Association (NELA) presents a unique opportunity for all library workers to attend a mindful and meaningful mini-conference in the New England region. This is: NELA Counterparts Counterparts 2009 is a two-day educational event for NELA members, state library association members, consortia members and any other interested persons.  Thursday afternoon’s presentation will be “The Role of Libraries in Promoting Civic Engagement” with keynote speaker, Dr. Nancy Kranich, Civic Librarian, Past President ALA, and Lecturer and Special Projects Librarian at Rutgers University. With a minimal cost for a dorm room overnight, Friday’s session includes a component of information exchange among attendees and association officers. Sgned up so far are six association presidents, vice presidents or past presidents, NELA state representatives, and library directors and children's libarians from several states.
Please join us beginning at 1:00 PM on Thursday, July 16 and concluding on Friday, July 17 by 1:00 PM. This 24-hour program offer is an exceptional learning and networking experience among library workers in all of New England. The NELA Counterparts experience builds stronger organizations and creates opportunities to make personal contacts that last a lifetime. You are welcome to sign up for any or all events, including Thursday afternoon, Thursday evening (wine and dinner), Thursday overnight, and/or Friday morning session. The program will conclude Friday by 1:00 PM (a boxed lunch will be provided). For additional information: 
Kris Jacobi |