A cash bar, yummy nibbles, surprise entertainment, and a chance to meet the next generation of WLA, mingle, and catch up with colleagues from around the state. First-time attendees get a free drink. "Seasoned" WLA members get to contribute to the Conference Attendee Tip Sheet. This reception is the perfect segue to the Mystery event upstairs. Please indicate on the registration form if you plan to attend, and mark again if you are a first-timer.

No charge.

Wednesday
April 4
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Dessert and Champagne with The Mystery Division

Wind down your day with a glass of champagne or a coffee or tea, and choose from a fabulous array of delectable desserts as you sit back and take in clues to the library whodunnit, ably performed by The Mystery Division, an improvisation troupe of regional renown. Be sure to check this selection on your registration form, as there is a nominal charge of $15 per attendee.

Underwritten by The Gale Group

Thursday
April 5
9:30 AM

Exhibits Grand Opening

Thursday
April 5
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Exhibitor Reception

Friday
April 6
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Exhibits Close

Friday
April 6
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

No-host Reception

Friday
April 6
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM

President's Reception

Join WLA President Cindy Cunningham and WLA Board members following the Friday evening banquet for a hosted reception to toast the Association, conference planners, and the future of libraries in Washington. Enjoy Washington wines and an assortment of after-dinner snacks.

No charge; sponsored by Brodart

Wednesday,
Thursday, Friday
April 4, 5, 6
Various times

Schedule

Book Signings
Chris Crutcher, Dr. Martin Seidenfeld, Mary Clearman Blew, Laurie Winn Carlson, Cathy Spagnoli, Marge Piercy, Susan Fletcher

Here's your opportunity to meet authors presenting conference programs and have them sign the books that you've enjoyed. Two local independent bookstores, Aunties and Children's Corner, will have a selection of titles available for sale.

Signings follow the authors' programs in the Tower Prefunction Area.