The Voice of Rural & Small Libraries
Our Mission: ARSL builds strong communities through advocacy, professional development, and elevating the impact of rural and small libraries.
The Benefits of Membership
ARSL proudly supports and represents rural & small library staff. We welcome library staff of all kinds, partners, and ally organizations to learn more about ARSL membership.
ARSL Annual Conference
ARSL's annual conference is the premier conference for rural & small library professionals, advocates, and supporters. Mark your calendars to join us in Albuquerque, New Mexico on September 17-20!
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ARSL Award Nominations
The nomination window for the 2025 ARSL Awards is closing soon! Nominations will be open through Tuesday, February 18.
Awards will be based on nominees' accomplishments during the preceding year (January-December 2024), with the exception of the Distinguished Service Award that can take into account nominees' career-long community engagement. Nominators will be asked to describe their nominees' commitment to ARSL's Organizational Values, as well as the strength of their professional practice in the focus area of the award for which they are being nominated.
Individuals or organizations can be nominated for multiple awards, but will only be able to win one award per year. Self-nominations and nominations of eligible libraries/library workers by non-library individuals or organizations are acceptable.
All recipients will be recognized during the Awards Ceremony at the 2025 ARSL Conference. In addition to receiving their award, all recipients will receive one (1) complimentary conference registration ($300 value) each so they may be honored in person and celebrated by their ARSL community.
Catch the February TRAIN Roundtable: Passive Programs Palooza
Are you always on the lookout for program ideas that won’t overburden your already-stretched-thin budget, staff, or time? Join our February TRAIN roundtable for a discussion of passive or self-directed programs for every age and interest in your community. Share your own passive program successes and lessons learned, and leave with ideas tested and approved by small and rural libraries!
Date & Time:
Thursday, February 20
11:00 am PT /12:00 pm MT / 1:00 pm CT / 2:00 pm ET
Cost: FREE for ARSL members
Shop the ARSL Store!
Our shop features official ARSL-branded merchandise, as well as gear with our current Conference logo and Retro Conference logos.
In addition to the traditional tee shirts and sweatshirts the ARSL Store will offer branded stationery items, drinkware, and accessories to let you show your ARSL spirit all year round. Consider adding some ARSL swag to employee recognitions, Trustee gifts, and retirement baskets!
ARSL Access to Information Statement
The ARSL Access to Information Statement was developed by the Advocacy Committee and approved by the Board following multiple member requests to provide a tool for defending against the increase in materials challenges and other intellectual freedom assaults. This statement can be used alongside any local, state, or national position statements already utilized by your library to reinforce your organization's commitment to the tenets of intellectual freedom.
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