We look forward to seeing you at the Peoria Civic Center in Peoria, IL! This informational page is designated for registered attendees. Please review all the information and additional linked pages. If you cannot find an answer to your question after reviewing this page, please email ila@ila.org for assistance.
Registration
The conference will be held October 8-10, 2024 at the Peoria Civic Center in Peoria! Pre-registration is required for all attendees, including exhibits only and Awards Luncheon only attendees. No registrations will be accepted on site.
Registration Confirmation
All registered attendees should have received an email confirmation directly from our website at the time of registration.
Directions and Parking
The Peoria Civic Center is an entertainment complex located in downtown Peoria, Illinois. Parking is available on two convenient lots located right next to the facility. Parking is cashless and rates are $10/day.
Conference Badges
Skip the line! Remember to bring your name badge that was mailed to you along with your confirmation letter. Badges are being mailed on September 30th. Should you happen to forget your badge, rest assured that you can acquire a replacement at the Help Desk. However, you will be required to present either a physical or electronic copy of your official ILA conference registration confirmation for verification purposes.
Note: If you are registered as an Exhibitor or Exhibits Only, you will pick up your badge on-site.
Conference badges must be worn at all times to gain admission to conference programs, events, and the exhibit hall. Those registered for ONLY the Awards Luncheon will pick up an entrance ticket at the event door at the Pere Marquette and will not have a badge.
Lanyards
This year the lanyard colors have meaning. Pay attention to the color lanyard your colleagues are wearing and respect their social interaction preferences. Personal space is defined as approximately 1.5 to 4 feet from the body.
- Blue: I don’t mind if people are in my personal space.
- Yellow: Kindly observe and respect my personal space.
Before you leave on your last day, be sure to stop by the Help Desk to recycle your lanyard. We’ll reuse them for future conferences and prevent them from ending up in a landfill.
Help Desk
The ILA Help Desk will be located on the main level next to the Exhibit Hall C Entrance. Please take a look at the linked map here that shows the location of the Help Desk. If you forgot or lost your name badge, we can print you a new one here.
ILA Help Desk Hours
| Tuesday, October 8 |
Wednesday, October 9 |
Thursday, October 10 |
| 8 am - 5 pm |
8 am - 5 pm |
8 am - 4:30 pm |
Meal Events
Conference registration includes a boxed lunch during the exhibits on Wednesday and Thursday. If you are registered for the Youth Services Forum Author Breakfast or the IACRL Luncheon, you will NOT need a ticket and can check in at the door. If you are registered for the Awards Luncheon, please pick up your entrance ticket on-site at the door to the event. Dietary restrictions will be indicated on your ticket. Tickets will not be mailed.
If you want to go off-site for a meal, there are plenty of restaurants within walking distance of the conference center. A map of nearby restaurants is available on the conference mobile app and online here. Please note that this list is not exhaustive and if you plan to visit one of the restaurants on the list, please check the restaurant's website for hours, menu selection, and pricing.
Trustee Day Registration
If you are registered for Trustee Day, you can view the schedule here and the breakfast and lunch menu here. Trustee Day Registration designation will be listed on your name badge.
Professional Headshot Studio
Need a professional photo? Complimentary headshots are available at the conference. Photos will be shared with attendees 2-3 weeks after the conference. Sign up for a slot using the online form. The studio is in Room 203.
Conference Program Schedule
You can view the full conference program schedule here or download the program book here.
Note: The physical and pdf versions of the program book will not reflect changes made after it was sent to print. For the most up-to-date information, utilize the Mobile App.
Conference Mobile App
Thank you to Today's Business Solutions, Inc. for sponsoring the mobile app! You can have all the conference information and create a personalized schedule by downloading the Conference Mobile App. For more information and how to download, visit the Conference Mobile App page.
Note: After you attend a session, be sure to provide valuable feedback by viewing the session in the mobile app and then selecting "Feedback" at the bottom. See screenshot to the right.
Conference WiFi
Thank you to Outsource IT Solutions Group for sponsoring and keeping everyone connected at the conference!
Wi-Fi Username / Network: ILA2024
Wi-Fi Password: library2024 (all lower case)
Quiet Room, 201
The Quiet Room, located in room 201 on the second floor of the Peoria Civic Center is available for attendees who need a break from the hustle and bustle of conference. There are coloring sheets, cards, puzzles, and calming strips to ease your mind and body. Please respect others in the room and take conversations out of the room.
Exhibit Hall
Exhibits will be open on Wednesday and Thursday (view below for detailed schedule). You can view confirmed exhibitors here and via the conference mobile app.
| Wednesday, October 9, No-Conflict Hours |
Thursday, October 10, No-Conflict Hours |
Exhibits Opening Boxed Lunch
Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Exhibits Afternoon Snack Break
4:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
Exhibits Morning Coffee Break
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Exhibits Closing Boxed Lunch
Noon - 1:30 p.m.
|
Passport to Prizes
Travel through the 2024 ILA Annual Conference Exhibit Hall and meet with exhibitors who service and support Illinois libraries. To qualify for the prize drawing, you must visit and receive a stamp from each exhibitor listed in the passport. Once complete, place the passport in the drop-off box located near booth 218 before the drawings. Each day will have winners: 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday and 1:00 p.m. on Thursday. You must be present to win.
Get Social!
Share your favorite sessions and fun photos on social media with the hashtag #ILAAC24.
Evening Activities
Social connection with colleagues is as important as the professional collaborations we build. Join ILA Conference attendees for fun and laughs in the evenings. Check out the activities for the outgoing and reserved.
Note: Some activities require pre-registration. All of the activities are open to all ILA Conference attendees — be sure to wear your badge.
Community Project
In an effort to connect with local Peoria organizations and model creativity, innovation, and energy for our attendees, the 2024 ILA Annual Conference will feature two community projects. The Peoria Humane Society (PHS) partners with Peoria County and the City of Peoria to offer comprehensive animal welfare and animal control services to all of Peoria County. Peoria Proud encourages and supports diversity and equity throughout the Greater Peoria Area. The coalition seeks to unify the community as a whole, through advocacy, education and social outreach.
ILA Conference Store
The 2024 Illinois Library Association Annual Conference Store is open! The store features items exclusively designed with this year's conference logo. The current items available for purchase include a conference bag, t-shirts, and more! Additional items may be added soon.
Poster Sessions
Poster Sessions are a popular means for sharing current research or the mechanisms of recent projects. Visit Exhibit Hall C to chat with the presenters. Wednesday, October 9, noon – 1:30pm & 3:30 – 5:00pm and Thursday, October 10, 9:30 – 11:00 am & Noon – 1:30 pm
Support the ILA IF Fund
Support the ILA Intellectual Freedom Fund and champion the right to read, learn, and explore without restrictions! By donating $15 or more, you contribute to vital initiatives that protect and promote intellectual freedom across our communities. As a thank you, you'll receive an exclusive "I heart Intellectual Freedom" ribbon for this year's conference badge. Join us in making a difference—your donation ensures that libraries remain vibrant spaces for open access to knowledge and ideas! Donate Today!
During the upcoming ILA 2024 Annual Conference, dine at the award-winning Italian restaurant, Avanti’s and they will donate 15% of the proceeds to support ILA!
If you cannot find an answer to your question after reviewing this page, please email ila@ila.org for assistance.
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