Public Library Section

It is the purpose of the Public Library Section to promote public libraries, to advocate ways to improve library service in South Carolina, to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas among public librarians, to complement and supplement continuing education activities, and to support the work of the South Carolina Library Association.

2026 Officers

Co-Chairs

Kate Dentzman
[email protected]

Lindsay Kesten
[email protected]

The SCLA Public Libraries Section is seeking volunteers for secretary and marketing.

Upcoming Meetings & Trainings

Welcome to a new year with the Public Library Section! Please join us for our next virtual meeting of the year via Teams, on Wednesday, May 27, at 2:00 pm EST.

Email Kate ([email protected]) or Lindsay ([email protected]) with any questions.
We look forward to seeing you then!

Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Location: Microsoft Teams. Link TBA.

Other upcoming meetings:

Wednesday, August 19 at 2:00 pm EST.

Wednesday, October 7 at 2:00 pm EST.

Announcements

SCLA is now part of the Kroger Community Rewards Program! Every time you shop at Kroger, you can support libraries across South Carolina—at no extra cost to you.

Here’s how to join:

Visit kroger.com
Log in or create an account
Search for SOUTH CAROLINA LIBRARY ASSOCIATION or use code LC252
Click Enroll and start shopping!

Every grocery trip helps strengthen our library community.

South Carolina Digital Library

This digital collection curated by the South Carolina Digital Library showcases 100 years of SCLA history, including photographs, conference brochures, and publications.