Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services - ABOS

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Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services - ABOS

The Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services serves to support and encourage bookmobile and library outreach services worldwide.

The Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services (ABOS) is the professional organization for outreach staff, and is inclusive in celebrating all forms of library outreach. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental values of ABOS and its members. The Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services (ABOS) is an American Library Association (ALA) affiliated professional organization dedicated to supporting library outreach in all its forms. Learn more and join us at abos-outreach.com. The Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services is a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations are tax deductible as allowed by law.

10/28/2026

Ready to take your ABOS Leadership to the next level?

Lead with Purpose. Inspire Others. Shape the Future.

ABOS is seeking nominations for the Vice President/President/Past President leadership position on the 2027 Board of Directors.

This is more than a leadership position - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the organization and the outreach services profession.

Through this leadership progression, you'll have the opportunity to help guide ABOS's vision, support strategic initiatives, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and champion the future of library outreach services.

We need leaders who bring passion, fresh perspectives, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to helping ABOS thrive!

Have you ever thought about taking on a greater leadership role within ABOS? NOW is the time!

📅 Nominations accepted through November 4!

🔗 Learn more about this leadership opportunity and submit your nomination by visiting https://abos-outreach.com/page-1075401

Your Voice. Your Vision. Your ABOS. Help Chart the Course for What Comes Next!

10/27/2026

Organized? Detail-oriented? Ready to make an impact?

Your skills could help shape the future of ABOS!

Nominations are now being accepted for the Secretary position on the 2027 ABOS Board of Directors.

Strong organizations thrive with dedicated leaders who value communication, collaboration, and keeping things moving forward.

As Secretary, you'll have the opportunity to play an important role in supporting the work of the Board, maintaining organizational records, and helping ensure ABOS continues to grow and succeed.

If you're passionate about outreach services, enjoy working with others, and want to contribute your organizational talents to a meaningful cause, this could be the leadership opportunity for YOU!

✨ Put your skills to work for the organization and profession you love!

📅 Nomination Deadline: November 4

🔗 Learn more and submit your nomination: https://abos-outreach.com/page-1075401

Step Up. Get Involved. Help Lead ABOS.

10/27/2026

Your voice matters. Help shape the future of ABOS.

Are you passionate about library outreach services? Do you have ideas, experiences, and perspectives that could help strengthen our organization?

ABOS is seeking nominations for Board Member-at-Large positions on the 2027 Board of Directors. There are three seats open for this position in 2027, with each seat serving a two year term (2027 - 2028).

This is your opportunity to represent fellow members, contribute fresh ideas, collaborate with outreach professionals, and help guide the future of ABOS.

Whether you've been involved with ABOS for years or are just beginning your journey, your voice and perspective can make a difference.

💡 Bring your ideas. Share your experience. Be part of the leadership that moves ABOS forward.

📅 Nominations accepted through November 4.

🔗 Learn more and submit your nomination at https://abos-outreach.com/page-1075401

Your Voice. Your Experience. Your ABOS.

10/26/2026

Your Voice. Your Experience. Your ABOS.

Are you ready to make a difference, inspire others, and help guide the future of library outreach services?

ABOS is seeking passionate, dedicated members to step forward and serve on the 2027 ABOS Board of Directors.

Whether you're a longtime member or newer to ABOS, your ideas, experience, and enthusiasm can help strengthen our organization and move outreach services forward.

Step up. Get involved. Lead the way.

📅 Nominations are being accepted through November 4

🔗 https://abos-outreach.com/page-1075401

The future of ABOS starts with YOU!

09/23/2026

🚨 DON’T MISS ! 🚨

Registration is CLOSING SOON - and you don’t want to hear about everything you missed afterward!

✅ Outreach-focused education
✅ Big ideas & fresh inspiration
✅ Connections with your outreach community
✅ An experience created 100% for library outreach

The countdown is ON. ⏰
Register now before your chance to attend is gone!

09/18/2026

Looking for a conference that checks ALL the boxes? ✅

The 2026 ABOS Annual Conference is designed specifically for library outreach professionals - and registration is closing soon!

☑️ Outreach-focused education
☑️ Fresh ideas & inspiration
☑️ Meaningful connections
☑️ Resources you can put into action
☑️ A community that understands library outreach

Don’t miss your chance to check off all your conference must-haves in one incredible experience.

Register today at and join us for !

Registration for in person attendance closes September 25, and all payments are due at that time.

08/25/2026

On behalf of ABOS, we send sincere condolences to the family of Dolly Parton. Her contributions to libraries and reading will be remembered always.

Thank you Dolly for all you did for us.

08/22/2026

Professional support shouldn’t be out of reach.

ABOS offers some of the most affordable membership rates among professional library organizations - so you can invest in your work without breaking your budget.

Accessible. Practical. Worth it.

Members also receive the lowest rates for the ABOS Annual Conference, so now is a great time to join!

www.abos-outreach.com/membership

08/01/2026

One of the biggest advantages of membership in the Association of Bookmobile & Outreach Services (ABOS) is immediate savings on the Annual Conference.

Members receive the lowest registration rates, making it even more affordable to attend the premier conference dedicated exclusively to outreach services.

Whether you attend in person or virtually, your membership helps pay for itself through conference savings while opening the door to year-round professional development.

Join today and start saving.

www.abos-outreach.com/membership

07/07/2026

Due to the overwhelming response for the 2026 ABOS Annual Conference, all rooms within the ABOS hotel room block at the Hyatt Regency Columbus for Sunday, October 11 have been reserved.

We are actively working to secure an additional room block at a nearby hotel and will share those details with attendees as soon as they become available.

In the meantime, the Hyatt's website does show a limited number of rooms still available for Sunday, October 11. Please note that these rooms are offered at the hotel's current prevailing rate and are not eligible for the ABOS group rate for that evening.

We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to provide additional lodging options. We will communicate updated hotel information as soon as it is finalized both here and on the conference page of our website.

Address

P. O. Box 103
Eldridge, IA
52748

Telephone

(800) 843-8482 Ext 2895

Website

http://abos-outreach.com/

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