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One of the challenges of leading an association is maintaining connections with members. Back in the “olden days,” ALSC presidents were limited to in-person interactions, phone calls, and paper. No more! I’m delighted to have so many ways to be in touch with our ALSC members. Just as libraries are alert to offering diverse nonprint options for people who don’t enjoy reading printed pages, so ALSC is expanding our avenues for sharing information. In the coming months, you will see invigorated social media connections between members and ALSC leadership. Regular ALSC blog posts, Facebook posts, tweets, ALA Connect discussions, and live chats will keep you informed and involved. Of course, we’ll also still be using good old-fashioned email, phone calls, newsletters, Children and Libraries, and actual face-to-face conversation! Here, at present, is my communications plan: Blog: look for my posts on the first Sunday of every month Facebook: posts as...