2008 Conference

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2008 is NCLA's 50th birthday and we're having a party!

Take a trip down memory lane with us, enjoy special treats, and celebrate the past, present and future of church library ministry.

Time to celebrate!

1958 . . . Ricky Nelson tops the pop charts, Vertigo is showing at the movies, and first class stamps increase to $.04.

2008 . . . Downloads displace CDs, DVDs show nightly on plasma screens in home theaters, and email fills inboxes.

The world was different when NCLA was formed 50 years ago. Times have changed, but library ministry continues to be a vital part of church life.

Are you in tune with the latest developments?  Join us for the 2008 NCLA biennial conference where you and librarians from around the country  celebrate and enrich church library ministry.

Your 2008 NCLA Conference includes:

• Forty Workshops to expand your knowledge and energize your spirit! Open this brochure for devils about this year's exciting workshops.

• Inspiring Speakers who will challenge you to use your imagination and put your ideas into action.
  

• Exhibits that showcase books and other resources. You'll find titles to add to your library shelves, library automation computer software ready for you to test drive, library products, and specialty gifts.

• Conference mentors to enhance your first-time visit to the NCLA Conference. Sign up for a Conference Mentor and be paired with an NCLA member who can help you get the most out of your time at the Conference.
  

• Door Prizes that you're sure to enjoy! Attendees tell us that prizes are one of their favorite conference highlights!

• Special events for those who arrive early on November 6. Spaces are limited, so register early!

• Friendship, fellowship and networking opportunities with other church librarians who will challenge you to CELEBRATE!

For the latest conference information, including printable forms for additional registrations, visit the NCLA web site: http://www.churchlibraries.org/

Keynote SpeakersJody Klescewski

(Friday morning) is coordinator of BookAID, a program of Hazeldon Publishing that provides recovery resources to needy individuals and groups, including community treatment centers, correctional facilities, churches, schools, halfway houses, and private organizations. Hazelden is the nation's leading publisher of materials for individuals who are in recovery or suffer from addiction. Learn more about BookAID, including how your church library can gain free materials and become a recovery resource for your congregation.

Christian Authors Network (CAN)

(Saturday morning). Join us for a lively discussion by a panel of award winning and bestselling writers from the Christian Authors Network (CAN) on the importance of Christian fiction and how it is uniquely suited to shape the faith journeys of those who read it. This passionate group of authors will discuss why a church library should include Christian fiction and what is lacking when it doesn't. They'll also share inside information on what readers are looking for and where they go to find it. You won't want to miss this enlightening presentation!  http://www.christianauthorsnetwork.com/

Pre-Conference Events 

Join us for two terrific pre-conference events-reserve a seat for one or both! Space is limited, so register early.

The 2008 NCLA Pre-conference Tour Vatican Splendors Exhibit & Church Library Tour

This year's tour begins at the Minnesota History Center for a visit to the spectacular Vatican Splendors exhibit featuring fever 200 works of art and historically significant objects, including many that have never before left the Vatican. With only two other showings scheduled in the U.S., this is a truly special opportunity for conference attendees! From there, we travel through historic Saint Paul for a visit to a thriving church library, http://www.vaticansplendors.com/.

Church Basement Ladies 2 - A Second Helping

Dinner and a Night of Comedy

The Ladies are back! This time it's 1969 and the world is changing. With heartwarming humor and hilarious antics, Church Basement Ladies 2—A Second Helping will have you laughing and crying! The evening includes transportation to the Plymouth Playhouse, show ticket, and themed dinner, http://www.plymouthplayhouse.com/.

Location & Accommodations

The 2008 National Church Library Association Conference will be held at:

Holiday Inn Select 3 Appletree Square Bloomington, MN 55425 (952) 854-9000

Please make your hotel reservations directly with the hotel. Register by October 15, and ask for "National Church Library Conference" and you'll get the special rate of $95.00/night (suites $115/night).

The hotel offers free high speed wireless Internet in all guestrooms, a full service health club, and free shuttle service to the MSP Airport and the nearby Mall of America. Both destinations have light rail stations with service to downtown Minneapolis for more shopping and dining experiences!

Register Early and Save!

Register by September 30, 2008 for lowest rates. Late registrations will be higher.

Save on group discounts!  Bring your library committee and save big:

• 2 registrations* save $20 on each registration
• 3 registrations* save $30 on each registration
• 4 registrations* save $40 on each registration
• 5 or more registrations* save $50 on EACH registration! That's 5 people for the price of 4!

*Full time group registrations must be from the same church and mailed together by September 30 to receive this special group rate.