Public Library SectionIt is the purpose of the Public Library Section to promote public libraries, to advocate ways to improve library service in South Carolina, to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas among public librarians, to complement and supplement continuing education activities, and to support the work of the South Carolina Library Association. 2026 OfficersCo-Chairs Kate Dentzman Lindsay Kesten
Upcoming Meetings & TrainingsPlease join us for our next virtual meeting of the year via Teams, on Wednesday, October 7, at 2:00 pm EST. Email Kate ([email protected]) or Lindsay ([email protected]) with any questions. We look forward to seeing you then! Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026Time: 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Location:Microsoft Teams Link to Participate
Meeting ID: 248 461 570 287 518
Passcode: pN3sZ95G
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Support SCLA in style with official 2026 Conference merch! Shop apparel, mugs, and water bottles featuring this year’s theme, The Next Chapter: Building Resilient Libraries. Order yours soon to make sure your conference merch arrives in time to show it off in Columbia! Every purchase supports SCLA and South Carolina’s library community.
Purchase Here
Support While You Shop
SCLA is now part of the Kroger Community Rewards Program! Every time you shop at Kroger, you can support libraries across South Carolina—at no extra cost to you.
Here’s how to join:
- Visit kroger.com
- Log in or create an account
- Search for SOUTH CAROLINA LIBRARY ASSOCIATION or use code LC252
- Click Enroll and start shopping!
Every grocery trip helps strengthen our library community.
South Carolina Digital Library
This digital collection curated by the South Carolina Digital Library showcases 100 years of SCLA history, including photographs, conference brochures, and publications.
Upcoming Events
Wed Sep 30, 2026Archives and Special Collections Roundtable Meeting Category: Committee, Section, or Round Table Meeting |
Thu Oct 29, 2026 Library Marketing and Outreach Round Table Meeting Category: Committee, Section, or Round Table Meeting |