Association of Connecticut Library Boards


               Leading from the Future:                Library Policy Development

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 7:00 – 8:00pm via Zoom

Leading from the Future: Library Policy Development explores how libraries can effectively shape their policies for the future. Join Dawn La Valle from the Division of Library Development at the Connecticut State Library and Jan Glover from the Association of Connecticut Library Boards as they discuss the collaboration of library administration and the library board in creating library policies that can adapt to a changing landscape and serve their communities well. This session will outline the steps in developing, maintaining, and evaluating library policies as well as highlighting the roles of library trustees, library administration, and library staff.

Click here to access a link to this webinar and to resources from our previous workshops, webinars and conferences!




RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP FOR 2025 (due in January)

Help us keep educational programs going for library trustees in Connecticut.

You can renew online or download this form and return to: 

Association of Connecticut Library Boards
PO Box 263
Ellington, CT  06029


Featured Library 

Bentley Memorial Library - Bolton CT

The Bentley Memorial Library has been serving the citizens of Bolton since 1881. Originally housed in a local general store, its first librarian was Frank Williams. In the late 1880’s, the library moved to the home of Deacon Charles Loomis, and Adelia Loomis was appointed librarian, a post she held until 1943. The Bolton Hall and Library Association was formed in 1912 and the town voted to appropriate $50.00 annually for a free library. The library moved to a wing of Community Hall in 1915 with a collection of 900 books and remained there until 1957 when it moved to a former Roman Catholic chapel (now the Hans Christian Andersen Montessori School). In 1975 the library moved into a new, purpose-built building at its present location.  The library was named for, and endowed by, Elinor Hees Bentley, a former head librarian. Bentley Memorial Library continues in its mission to serve all community members whether it be for reading, research, technology, programming or hosting community events.










What Does the ACLB Do?

  • Provide workshops geared to the needs of trustees across the state
  • Sponsor program(s) at the annual Connecticut Library Association Conference
  • Advocate for libraries at the state level
  • Maintain strong liaison with library-related organizations on the state and national levels
  • Sponsor the Connecticut Trustee Listserv for news and sharing with fellow trustees
  • Provide consultant help to library boards and individual trustees
  • Develop the WorkingTogether guide to director, trustees and Friends responsibilities
  • Publish the ACLB Public Library Trustee Handbook



How To Contact ACLB:



Association of CT Library Boards
P.O. Box 263 
Ellington, CT 06029


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The best way to contact our staff :

Email: aclbctinfo@gmail.com


For information about governance and State Statutes, please contact: 

Division of Library Development at the Connecticut State Library

   860.757.6665




Association of Connecticut Library Boards (ACLB)

P.O. Box 263, Ellington, CT  06029

ACLB is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization

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