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The Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) provides leadership, resources, and programming to support Alabama public libraries in providing quality library service throughout the state. APLS is the state agency that is empowered to advise all established public libraries and assist communities in establishing additional public libraries. APLS provides free library services to Alabama state employees, including lending books and providing state testing study guides for career advancement.
The ultimate goal of the Alabama Public Library Service is to create a statewide network of libraries to provide outstanding library service to every individual in the state. APLS administers state funds as provided by the State Legislature and federal funds as provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
announcements
APLS to hold Administrators’ meeting in October
September 29, 2022
APLS will host the next Administrators' meeting Oct. 27.
APLS to fill position for library consultant with youth services experience
August 17, 2022
APLS is seeking a library consultant with extensive youth services experience to help us achieve our mission of improving library services throughout the state.
Orientation for new public library directors slated for September
August 04, 2022
APLS will host an orientation for new library directors on Sept. 28-29.
grant opportunities
APLS receives notices of grant opportunities from a variety of organizations that have interests that relate to public libraries. Grant opportunities are listed into categories and contain summaries with links to the full text.
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