Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services — ABOS Annual Conference

The ABOS Annual Conference is uniquely focused on Outreach Services within libraries. It is designed for library staff and advocates, emphasizing professional development and networking. The 2026 conference, #ABOS2026, caters to the specific needs and innovative opportunities of serving community members beyond traditional library walls. The program provides actionable information for enhancing Outreach Services, covering topics such as mobile library units, bookmobiles, book bikes, pop-up libraries, off-site services, partnerships, accessibility, equity, and creative approaches to reaching underserved communities. Sessions range from practical how-to guides to broader explorations of the evolving outreach landscape, sharing programs, services, successes, and lessons learned.