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Special Events and Activities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Join in evening and off-site fun throughout the conference!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Public Library Division Social Gathering<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4-6 p.m. Wednesday, April 24<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Salem Public Library | 585 Liberty St. SE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This will be an opportunity to meet your public library colleagues from around the state and chat with each other in the beautifully remodeled Salem Public Library. Light snacks will be provided with the $5 registration.  Registration became available on March 8, 2024. Those who purchased admission with registration will be on a list at the door. Those who registered prior to March 8 or decided to attend after registration was made, can purchase a ticket at the door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ACRL Reception – AKA Hanging Out with Library Friends<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5-7 p.m. Wednesday, April 24<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Taproot Lounge and Cafe | 356 State St.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join ACRL members for food, conversation, and no-host bar at the Taproot Lounge, just a short walk from the Salem Convention Center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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All Conference Reception<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5:15-6 p.m. Thursday, April 25<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Willamette Foyer at the Convention Center<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come unwind and chat with colleagues or meet new friends at the All Conference Reception. Many of our exhibitors will also be available. Enjoy conversation, beverages and snacks as we continue to rekindle, rejuvenate and reimagine where we are going the coming year or years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

OYAN OYEA Reception<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 25<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coin Jam | 439 Court St.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Everyone is invited to enjoy some snacks and social time with the Oregon Young Adult Network. A no-host bar is also available. The high point of the evening will be the announcement of the winner of OYAN’s You’re Excellent Award (aka The OYEA Award). Come congratulate someone who made a positive and significant contribution to teens in libraries last year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

OLA Past President\u2019s Get-Together<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

6-7 p.m. Thursday, April 25<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

La Margarita Restaurant | 545 Ferry St. SE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

OLA Plast presidents to gather.  Arrangements have been made for dinner at La Margarita Restaurant, 545 Ferry St SE, Salem, OR 97301-3717 OLA past presidents to gather.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Game Night for Virtual and In-Person Conference Goers!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7-9 p.m. Thursday, April 25<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Santiam 1 at the Convention Center<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Combine fun with programming exploration at OLA Game Night. We’ll have a variety of board games from old favorites to new finds to play in person as well as a demonstration area where virtual and in-person attendees can explore how Jackbox Games create an amazing opportunity for hybrid programming and also hilarious entertainment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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President\u2019s Reception: The President Sings Your Praises<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7-9 p.m. Friday, April 26<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Willamette Ballroom C at the Convention Center<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The OLA President is throwing an 1980s themed reception celebrating YOU. Let\u2019s cut Footloose with triumphant 80s decor, awesome photo ops, a chance to mingle with other Oregon library workers, and of course, a karaoke DJ ready to scratch those totally tubular jams sure to keep you singing All Night Long. Or at least until 9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Light refreshments will be provided. No-host bar service will be available. 80s attire not required.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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