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The TALLs have some great programming planned for the Annual Conference in April. Hope to see you there!

LeadershipPlenty: Managing Meetings, Managing Conflict
Wednesday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Leaders manage meetings and conflict almost every day. Learn strategies for managing meetings effectively in this
interactive session. Examine conflict in group work and its role in the consensus-building process.
Preregistration required.
Mary Beth Harrington, executive director, Austin Public Library Foundation.

TALL Texans Dessert Social
Wednesday, 8:00 - 10:00 PM Marriott Riverwalk, 711 East Riverwalk
All conferees are welcome at this old fashioned Ice Cream Social sponsored by TALL
(Texas Accelerated Library Leaders) Texans Round Table.
Tickets must be purchased by Wednesday, March 14 through the preregistration process.

Strengthening Communities with C.L.A.S.S. (Connecting Libraries and Schools Strategically)
Thursday, 4:00 - 4:50 PM
Collaboration and cooperation between public libraries and schools is essential in supporting student literacy.
This interactive session teaches marketing skills to develop community partnerships that encourage family reading
and literacy.
Ella Jones, adult services and teen specialist, Fort Worth Public Library.

Become a Strong Leader: TLA’s TALL Texans
Friday, 8:00 - 9:20 AM
Learn about TLA’s TALL Texans Leadership Institute and receive great tips on completing the application. TALL Texans will be available to answer questions and offer advice.
Panel includes Linda Alexander, Diane Bruxvoort, Jane Claes, Denise Kornegay, Christine Pouncey, and Mary Jo Venetis.
TALL Texans Round Table Business Meeting
Saturday, 10:00 - 11:20 AM