$1 invested returns $4.74. Texas public libraries generate $3.8B and 11,200 jobs, connecting Texans to tech, workforce resources, and more. Read the full report: TrulyTexas.txla.org #BeyondTheStacks #TXLibraries #LibrariesTrulyTexas

It's National Friends of Libraries Week! 💙 This week, we celebrate the Friends groups across Texas whose dedication, advocacy, and support make a lasting difference in their libraries and communities. Thank you for all you do! #FriendsOfLibrariesWeek #TXLibraries

Mark your calendars for these upcoming TLA webinars! 📚 FREE for members. Non-members can attend the Oct. 27 & Nov. 17 webinars for $40; Dec. 2 is members only. Learn more & register: ow.ly/yvsx50ZYezB #TXLibraries #LibraryProfessionals #LibraryAdvocacy

Wrapping up #HispanicHeritageMonth with one final Tejas Star title: La flor generosa/The Giving Flower by Alda P.Dobbs! Explore more books & activities: ow.ly/YJ2o50ZYflV TY to the Tejas Star Committee for sharing these recommendations! #TXLA #TejasStar #TXLibraries

Could a TLA scholarship or grant support your next step? Review the available opportunities, eligibility requirements, and required documents. Apply by Jan. 15, 2027. Learn more at: txla.org/awards-scholarships… #TXLA #LibraryScholarships #TXLibraries

Our Hispanic Heritage Month series continues with another Tejas Star Reading List title: Popo el xolo/Popo the Xolo, a Pura Belpré Award winner by Paloma Angelina Lopez and illustrated by Abraham Matias!📚⭐ More: ow.ly/YUcR50ZXPTG

District Meetings are in full swing across Texas! 🎉 We’ve loved seeing library professionals connect, learn and share ideas. Thank you to our volunteers, presenters, sponsors, vendors and hosts — and to everyone who’s joined us so far! #TLA #TXLibraries

In observance of Indigenous Peoples' day, the TLA office is closed and will reopen on Tuesday, October 13. Today, we recognize Indigenous peoples, cultures, histories, and contributions.

Continuing our Hispanic Heritage Month series with The Life of/La vida de Valenzuela, written by Patty Rodriguez & Ariana Stein and illustrated by Cintli Reyes. Explore more: txla.org/reading-lists/tejas… #TXLibraries #HispanicHeritageMonth

Registration is officially OPEN for TLA 2027! 🎉 Join us in San Antonio April 19–22 for sessions, vendors, special events, author meet-and-greets and more. Register: conference.txla.org/ #TXLibraries #TXLA27 Video clips courtesy of Visit San Antonio

Whatever your goals are for 2027, you don’t have to reach them alone. TLA membership connects you with resources to grow, lead and bring new ideas to your library. 2027 membership is now open — renew or join today: ow.ly/EF4P50ZTBNk #TXLibraries #TLAMember

We’re about to hit the road for TLA’s Fall District Meetings! 🚗 From October through mid-November, library professionals will connect, learn and access resources close to home. Thank you to our Tour of Texas sponsors: Insignia Software, @li_tx, and @4LPi! #TXLibraries

A new Libraries Transform Texas podcast episode is out! 🎙️ Hear about Texas America 250, the statewide reading challenge and the 2026 Texas Great Reads, featuring @HanktheCowdog1 author John Erickson. Listen: ow.ly/lep250ZSK1t #TXLibraries #TexasAmerica250

The 2026 TCAL Conference was a wonderful success! We’re grateful to our sponsors for helping make this year’s event possible and for their ongoing support Texas academic libraries. Thank you for being part of TCAL 2026! @Clarivate @EBSCO @AmigosLibServ @tandfonline

Hit the road for TLA District Meetings this October and November! 🚗📚 Find a meeting near you, connect with colleagues, and explore topics impacting Texas libraries. Registration closes soon for several October meetings: ow.ly/PHRn50ZR1lX #TXLibraries #LibraryEvents

Meet TLA’s September Member Spotlight, Susie Bibb of Anna Community Library! 📚 Susie shares how the library’s Studio brings together technology, makerspace activities, and hands-on creativity. Read more: ow.ly/vRnW50ZPLFS #TXLibraries #LibraryLife

The Fall 2026 Texas Library Journal is here! 🍂📖 Inside: 🎧 audiobooks supporting students with dyslexia, 🎨 a K–5 Mock Caldecott, ⚖️ LAWPods expanding access to legal information & more. @harriscountypl @DVISD_DVES 🔗 txla.org/publications/texas-… #TXLibraries #TexasLibraries

Congratulations to @mcallenlibrary on being named a McAllen SHINES Champion by @CityofMcAllen! We’re especially proud to see TLA President-Elect and MPL Director Kate Horan and her team recognized for their work. 👏 Learn more: ow.ly/Ejrs50ZOTmw