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2014 Annual Conference Cognotes • Page 13
Wide Range of Specialty Pavilions Offered in Exhibits
Take an in-depth look at what's new and innovative in various library-related specialties at the Pavilions in the ALAExhibits. In each Pavilion, you'll find a concentration of experts, products, technologies, services, and publications. The Pavilions are open throughout exhibit hours, including the opening reception on Friday evening.
Specialty Pavilions include:
Artist Alley, where you can meet many of today's leading artists, illustrators, and creators of comics, games, graphic novels, and books for young readers and adults alike, and enjoy original artwork.
DVD / Video Pavilion, showcasing recorded materials for every type of library.
Gaming / Graphic Novel Pavilion, a fun area linking suppliers of educational and recreational games and graphic novels with librarians and industry professionals looking to implement related programs and materials. Many libraries have reported increased use after implementing gaming programs.
Government Information Pavilion, with the latest information from featured government agencies.
International Pavilion, the perfect place to find multi-lingual and multicultural publications and library materials. With suppliers from around the world, one stop at this pavilion helps you build your collection.
Library School and Instruction Pavilion, where ALISE institutional members and other schools showcase LIS educational programs
Mobile Applications Pavilion, where if you need “an app for that,” you'll find the latest mobile apps and technology to manage your library, improve service to patrons, and help readers of all ages.
Small Press/Product Area, a space where new and independent presses often launch their newest titles and a jumping off point where new vendors introduce themselves to the library community.
Technology/Library 2.0 Pavilion, featuring the latest products and service designed to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and creativity in your library.
University Press Pavilion, offering a wide variety of academic and trade titles in print and digital formats, and database products.
Zine Pavilion, showcasing these handmade publications that often represent perspectives rarely covered in other print media and offer a range of programming opportunities for youth and adults alike. Find Zine creators, librarians who managezine collections, and a display of topical zines which will be raffled off at the close of the exhibits.
Onstage in the Exhibit Hall - Book Buzz, PopTop, What's Cooking, and Graphic Novel/Gaming
The Live Stages in the ALAExhibits offer a chance to enjoy dozens of leading personalities and events during exhibit hours Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.
At Book Buzz Theater, your favorite publishers entertain and inform you about their hottest new titles, including fiction and nonfiction for young readers and adults alike, from manga to the Common Core! Click here for the Book Buzz Theater schedule.
The Graphic Novel/Gaming Stage is your chance to hear from authors, illustrators, and creators of the hottest games and graphic novels. Learn more about the art of graphic novels and illustration, how games and gaming inspire creativity and social interaction, and how comics in the library and in the classroom can help you inspire and reach reluctant readers. Click here for the Graphic Novel/Gaming Stage schedule.
The PopTop Stage brings popular topics and personalities, focusing on favorites such as mystery, humor ,romance, technology, and travel, featuring readings, panels, discussions, and presentations. Click here for the PopTop Stage schedule.
What's Cooking @ ALA Demonstration Stage will be heating up the exhibit floor with mouthwatering displays of the latest cookbooks and chefs will be on hand to prepare the hottest recipes and to autograph their books. Click here for the What's Cooking @ ALA schedule.
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