Annual Conference

Conference Schedule

TIME ACTIVITY LOCATION

11:00am-7:30pm

Conference Registration Open 

1:00pm-4:00pm 

Preconference Workshops

K-Pop Workshop 

Explore the history of K-Pop in South Korea and the US, how it relates to Diverse programming, and why it continues to be popular and relevant.  Plus try out some hands-on activities and learn how to run your own successful K-Pop programming!

1:00pm-4:00pm 

Preconference Workshops

Engaging Community Through Local History

An introduction to community-based public history in libraries from New Jersey Council for the Humanities (NJCH).  Learn how to support your community’s interest in learning more and/or preserving their own history and figure out what to do with your local history collection currently languishing on the shelves. https://njhumanities.org/programs/community-history/

1:00pm-4:00pm 

Preconference Workshops

From Blueprint to Grand Opening: Practical Lessons from New Library Construction

Drawing on first-hand experience, this session highlights the leadership, planning, and problem-solving required to navigate the challenges of library construction. Participants will hear about practical issues such as furniture procurement, technology integration, moving logistics, and policy alignment, alongside lessons in resilience and adaptability. 

This presentation explores the challenges—big and small—encountered during new library construction, including communication with contractors, coordinating staff workflows, and managing public expectations. Learn strategies for overcoming obstacles, and ensuring your new library truly serves the community. 

Walk away with tools and takeaways to prepare for your own future building projects.
7:00pm-9:00pm President’s Program
9:00pm-11:00pm Game/Trivia Night
TIME ACTIVITY LOCATION

8:30am-9:20am 

Opening Keynote 
9:30am-5:00pm  Exhibits Open 

9:30am-10:15am 

Exhibits Coffee Break 

10:30am-11:20am  Program Slot 1 

11:30am-12:20pm 

Program Slot 2 

12:30pm-2:00pm 

Luncheons 

2:00pm-2:50pm 

Program Slot 3 

3:00pm-3:45pm 

Exhibits Snack Break 

3:00pm-3:45pm 

NJASL and NJLA membership/business meeting

4:00pm-4:50pm 

Program Slot 4 

5:00pm-7:00pm 

Meet Ups/Dinner Break 

7:00pm-9:00pm 

Honors & Awards Ceremony 

9:00pm-11:00pm 

Dance Party 


TIME ACTIVITY LOCATION
8:00am-8:50am  State Librarian’s Breakfast 
9:00am-9:50am  Program Slot 5 
10:00am-2:15pm  Exhibits Open 
10:00am-11:00am 

Exhibits Coffee Break

11:00am-11:50am 

Program Slot 6 

12:00pm-1:30pm 

Luncheons 

1:30-2:15pm  Exhibits Closing/Raffles 
2:30-3:10pm Program Slot 7
3:20pm-4:10pm Closing Keynote