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NMRT’s Chicago Guide for ALA Annual 2026

Posted on June 9, 2026 by nmrtsecretary

Attending ALA Annual in Chicago later this month? Check out this map, created by the NMRT Annual Conference Committees, to plan out your visit. In addition to conference locations, you can preview food, drink, and activity options in the greater … Continue reading →

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Looking Ahead…Navigating My First Few Years of Librarianship

Posted on May 31, 2026 by nmrtsecretary

By: Celeste Leeds-Laliberte, Assistant Librarian I went to get my MLIS on a whim at the recommendation of a professor I admired and respected. I had never worked in a library and had no idea what I was getting myself … Continue reading →

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NMRT COFFEE HOUR EVENT

Posted on May 23, 2026 by nmrtsecretary

NMRT MPDR and Online Programs are hosting our second virtual New Member Coffee Hour! Librarians Make Me Nervous: Let’s (Gulp) Talk About It on June 5th at 2 PM EST.  This collaborative session is designed for folks who want a welcoming, honest … Continue reading →

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Finding the Past to Connect to the Present: Genealogy Basics

Posted on May 1, 2026 by nmrtsecretary

By: Mars Brint, NMRT Communications Committee Chair Welcome to Spring! 🌱 It seems that the snow has finally calmed down here in Canada, and spring flowers are peaking out of the dirt–a great time to learn some new skills or brush … Continue reading →

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Learning Opportunity: NMRT Spring Webinar

Posted on April 5, 2026 by nmrtsecretary

You have the stats, but do you have the story? Numbers alone can’t capture the heart of library work, but they can be your most powerful tool for advocacy when you know how to make them speak.  Join ALA New Members Round Table … Continue reading →

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What Dogs in Little Bandanas Taught Me About Leading From Where You’re At

Posted on April 1, 2026 by nmrtsecretary

By: Jennifer Diaz Garcia, Outreach Librarian at Iowa State University Library A reflection on early-career leadership inspired by a conversation with a colleague. DOGS. Dogs everywhere in the library. Big dogs. Little dogs. Very fluffy and serious-looking dogs with jobs … Continue reading →

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Censorship and Guidance

Posted on March 2, 2026 by nmrtsecretary

By: Hanna White, Public Services Librarian, FVR Libraries Welcome to March! Wherever you are, I hope you’re getting the chance to enjoy the first signs of spring this month. I live in the Pacific Northwest, where we were lucky enough … Continue reading →

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Getting Your Library Involved in February 

Posted on February 1, 2026 by nmrtsecretary

By: Celeste Leeds-Laliberte, NMRT Communications Committee Member Welcome to the NMRT Blog! February is Black History Month, and the theme for 2026 is “A Century of Black History Commemorations.”  However, February hosts not only Black History Month but also Valentine’s … Continue reading →

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Call for Applications: Student Chapter of the Year Award

Posted on January 29, 2026 by nmrtsecretary

Call for Applications: Student Chapter of the Year Award Presented by the New Members Round Table Deadline: March 6, 2026 Has your chapter had an outstanding year?Has membership in your chapter increased?Did your chapter develop and provide opportunities for members … Continue reading →

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New Year and New Opportunities

Posted on December 30, 2025 by nmrtsecretary

By: Mars Brint, NMRT Communications Committee Chair Happy New Year, everyone! I hope you all are having a good and safe winter. January brings many opportunities to refocus on past achievements, set new goals, and reconnect with others. For instance, … Continue reading →

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