Events
Please join us Thursday, April 25 at 3:00 pm for our General Membership Meeting!
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 852 0781 6624
Passcode: 333895
Email reformala@gmail.com to add any agenda items you would like to discuss.
Join fellow reformistas at La Historia Historical Society Museum and learn about the local history of El Monte and South El Monte as well as a behind-the-scenes look at the work and efforts of this 501(c)(3) organization. Perfect for members interested in archival practices and museums.
When: April 15th
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: 3240 Tyler Ave, El Monte, CA 917310
Get ready to celebrate JUERNES with us! Join our Outreach Committee at Chonitos Mexican Restaurant in Alhambra this Thursday for drinks, tacos, chisme, or just to say hi to the weekend in company 😊
See you there! Happy week to all (is it Juernes yet??)
Join us for our Fall Fundraiser and help us raise funds for our chapter scholarships, which support students in their career advancement in the field of Library and Information Science.
Tickets can be purchased online or on-site and will cover the cost of one meal and one drink of choice. There will be additional raffle opportunities and activities and live music by Trio Renacimiento.
Ticket Price: $40 general, $25 students
Online tickets: https://checkout.square.site/buy/VGFEZ4737LPYEQEJ4XUL4BSD
Date: Sunday, October 22, 2023
Time: 3 - 7 pm
Location: SpaceTime Collaborative, 3312 Lime Ave, Signal Hill, CA 90755
September General Membership Meeting
Thursday, September 28
3:00 – 4:30pm
Please join us for our next membership meeting! This month we are talking about:
Libros Fest or Networking Mixer (9/30)
Our October Fundraiser (10/22)
Free upcoming book fairs (10/7)
...and more!
Email reformala@gmail.com to register for the meeting and/or add any agenda items you would like to discuss.
Come celebrate the new Board, say goodbye to our prior board and former committee chairs!
Date: Saturday, July 29
Time: 6-8 pm with a library tour following
Event will be held in the ArtCenter Library
Location inside:
ArtCenter College of Design
1700 Lida Street
Pasadena, CA 91103
Get Directions
Parking is free. Snacks and beverages will be provided.
When you arrive to the campus, you will have to check in with Security at the gate. They will have you park in the student parking lot at the end of the campus road. From there, you will walk down to the big black building (you cannot miss it) from the parking lot, and we can meet you there to guide you to the library.
RSVP by Thursday, July 27 at link below:
Please join us for our next membership meeting. This month we usher in your new executive board and mentorship pairs and say thanks to those who served or participated over the last year. Plus, it’s our last meeting before ALA so join to find out what events are taking place and who from our chapter you’ll see!
Email reformala@gmail.com to add any agenda items you would like to discuss.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpce6tqTkjG9fJYXeZhRTSbI_2NEp-WFm0
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Please join us for our next membership meeting. Get a recap on our 2023 Book Fair and REFORMA Archives Tour, learn about this year's Día Mini-Grant winner, ask any last minute questions about chapter elections, and hear about upcoming conference news and events!
Email reformala@gmail.com to add any agenda items you would like to discuss.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpce6tqTkjG9fJYXeZhRTSbI_2NEp-WFm0
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Join us for a special tour led by Azalea Camacho, Archivist and Special Collections Librarian at the CSULA Library, to see the REFORMA National Archives.
This is a great opportunity to learn more about archiving, connect with our organization’s history, and network with other Los Angeles library workers. Snacks will be served at the end.
Space is limited to 20 attendees so RSVP as soon as possible: https://forms.gle/vydDUThvSV7T94au7
Parking information will be provided closer to the event.
Find out what’s new in the Spanish-language publishing industry for adults. The free series will be open to librarians, educators, students, and professionals interested in serving Latino and Spanish-speaking communities.
Find out what’s new in the Spanish-language publishing industry for adults. The free series will be open to librarians, educators, students, and professionals interested in serving Latino and Spanish-speaking communities.
Find out what’s new in the Spanish-language publishing industry for adults. The free series will be open to librarians, educators, students, and professionals interested in serving Latino and Spanish-speaking communities.
February General Membership Meeting
Wednesday, February 15
3:00 – 4:30pm (online via Zoom)
Please join us for our first membership meeting of the year. Ask any last minute Dia Mini-Grant questions, get a recap on our 2023 Fundraiser, and hear all about this year's Spanish Language Book Fair!
Email reformala@gmail.com to add any agenda items you would like to discuss.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpce6tqTkjG9fJYXeZhRTSbI_2NEp-WFm0
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Join us for our Annual Fundraiser and help us raise funds for our chapter scholarships, which support students in their career advancement in the field of Library and Information Science.
Tickets can be purchased on-site and will cover the cost of the meal. Ticket entrance includes 2 pupusas, platanos fritos, and an agua fresca. There will be additional raffle opportunities and activities.
Ticket Price: $25 general, $20 students
Online tickets: Square Website
Location: El Cafetalito, 5300 E. Washington Blvd., Commerce, CA 90040
Ugly Sweater Happy Hour
Join us for one (or both!) of our REFORMA LA Ugly Sweater Happy Hour events:
Night 2 | Friday, December 16 from 7:00 – 9:00pm
Brewjeria Company
Join RALAG for its next meet-up this Friday! Dr. LaTesha Velez will discuss her unique AfroLatine research study and personal experience.
The REFORMA Afro-Latine' Affinity Group is an informal group that hopes to dialogue and connect on the cross between Blackness and Latinidad.
Register for this talk and/or join the mailing list here: tinyurl.com/reformaafrolatine
December General Membership Meeting
Wednesday, December 14
3:00 – 4:30pm (online via Zoom)
Please join us for our last membership meeting of the year! Email reformala@gmail.com to add any agenda items you would like to discuss.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpce6tqTkjG9fJYXeZhRTSbI_2NEp-WFm0
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Ugly Sweater Happy Hour
Join us for one (or both!) of our REFORMA LA Ugly Sweater Happy Hour events:
Night 1 | Thursday, December 8 from 7:00 – 9:00pm
Border X Brewing
4400 E Gage Ave, Bell, CA 90201
No RSVP or registration necessary–an ugly sweater is highly encouraged, though! Nos vemos allí!
Please join us Wednesday, October 19th at 3:00pm for our General Membership Meeting!
Email reformala@gmail.com to add any agenda items you would like to discuss.
Join meeting via Zoom
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Meeting ID: 814 6757 2913
Passcode: 050999
REFORMA LA Party!
Let's thank the outgoing board, welcome the new board, and celebrate our very own REFORMA National President Romelia Salinas!
Date: Saturday Aug 20, 2022 ⋅ 6pm – 10pm
Location: Madeline's Home in Long Beach, CA (address will be provided to those who RSVP)
RSVP (https://forms.gle/DP28rCQi1UGuUT3h8) by August 17, 2022
Please join us on Zoom Wednesday, August 17 at 3:00pm
for our General Membership Meeting!
Email reformala@gmail.com to add any agenda items
you would like to discuss.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83552064707?pwd=ZkU1UklKZm1pR1E1d1N1OGFZOXdsdz09
Meeting ID: 835 5206 4707
Passcode: 440135
Please join us Wednesday, June 15 at 3:00pm
for our General Membership Meeting!
Email reformala@gmail.com to add any agenda items
you would like to discuss.
Join meeting via Zoom
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Meeting ID: 833 0689 5284
Passcode: 750407
Find out what’s new in the publishing industry for children, young adults, and adults. The free series will be open to librarians, educators, students, and professionals interested in serving Latino and Spanish-speaking communities.
Attendees will have the opportunity to win a Spanish book bundle for their collection valued at over $200! The winner will be announced during the last session and posted on social media.
Presentations will be held in English via Zoom and Facebook.
The second session of our Children & YA Book Buzz featuring youth Spanish Language titles and presented by:
Cinco Books
Scholastic
Order Form
Candlewick Press
Penguin Random House Library Marketing
Order Form
Latin American Book Source
Vista Higher Learning* (This presentation will be in Spanish)
Order Form
Please join us Wednesday, March 16 from 3:00 - 4:30pm
for our General Membership Meeting!
Email reformala@gmail.com to add any agenda items
you would like to discuss.
Join Meeting via Zoom
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87556118386?pwd=NVI2MUVpZDc4dmpTMlNKVFNhN3hkdz09
Meeting ID: 875 5611 8386
Passcode: 959435
Find out what’s new in the publishing industry for children, young adults, and adults. The free series will be open to librarians, educators, students, and professionals interested in serving Latino and Spanish-speaking communities.
Attendees will have the opportunity to win a Spanish book bundle for their collection valued at over $200! The winner will be announced during the last session and posted on social media.
Presentations will be held in English via Zoom and Facebook.
Children & YA Book Buzz featuring youth Spanish Language titles and presented by:
Lectorum
Penguin Random House
¡CHAU, LUNA!
Spanish Publishers, LLC
Lil' Libros
LA librería
Find out what’s new in the publishing industry for children, young adults, and adults. The free series will be open to librarians, educators, students, and professionals interested in serving Latino and Spanish-speaking communities.
Attendees will have the opportunity to win a Spanish book bundle for their collection valued at over $200! The winner will be announced during the last session and posted on social media.
Presentations will be held in English via Zoom and Facebook.
Adult Book Buzz featuring adult Spanish Language titles and presented by:
Lectorum
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial
Spanish Publishers, LLC
Harper Collins
Cinco Books
Latin American Book Source
Are you a mid-career library staff member that wants to connect with others and seek advice on a variety of topics? Connect and unwind with other Reformistas as we delve into relatable topics and conversations. Take this opportunity to ask questions to long-term career professionals in different fields of our industry.
Panelists include:
Mario A. Ascencio, College Librarian and Managing Director, ArtCenter Library
Romelia Salinas, Associate Dean of Library & Learning Resources, Mount San Antonio College
Leticia Polizzi, Adult Services Department Manager, Palos Verdes Library District
Madeline Peña, Associate Director for Community Engagement and Outreach, Los Angeles Public Library
Please join us Wednesday, January 12 at 2:00pm for our General Membership Meeting!
Email reformala@gmail.com to add any agenda items you would like to discuss.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81838011520?pwd=Rmh3YUN1Mnl6b1d3VWtSSENiNFhKUT09
Meeting ID: 818 3801 1520
Passcode: 248742
Celebrate 40 years of REFORMA LA!
We're delighted to invite you to celebrate our 40th anniversary!
We’ll be enjoying a night of dancing, delicious food and reminiscing about our time together.
We will be asking for a suggested donation of $40 to help support our projects and scholarships.
Our celebration will he held at the home of a member. The address will be emailed to those that R.S.V.P. as the event approaches.
Can't make it but still want to donate?
Join us for our general membership meeting to discuss chapter activities, projects, and impact. Please share with colleagues that are interested in knowing more about REFORMA or become involved in our work.
Email reformala@gmail.com to add any agenda items you would like to discuss.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81838011520?pwd=Rmh3YUN1Mnl6b1d3VWtSSENiNFhKUT09
Meeting ID: 818 3801 1520
Passcode: 248742
Join us for a night of Lotería at Republic of Lucha!
We'll be raffling prizes and raising funds for all of our projects including scholarships and mini grants!
Ticket Options:
$5 - Price of entry & 1 Lotería card.
$10- Price of entry, 1 Lotería cards & 1 drink.
$15- Price of entry, 2 Lotería cards & 1 drink.
$20- Price of entry, 3 Lotería cards & 1 drink.
$25- Price of entry, 4 Lotería cards & 1 drink.
$30- Price of entry, 5 Lotería cards & 1 drink.
Extras (available on site):
Card $5
Drinks- $5
Raffle tickets: $1 each or 6 for $5
Online sales closed on 9/18 at 5:00pm but you can still pay at the door on the day of the event.
