Texas State Library and Archives Commission

09/07/2026

Learn labor history with audiobooks from the Talking Book Program.

https://www.tsl.texas.gov/texastalkingbooks/2026/09/07/september-7-is-labor-day/

Texans of all ages with a qualifying visual, physical, or reading disability may register as a TBP patron and access our library services for FREE. For more information about eligibility and material formats, call 1-800-252-9605 or email [email protected].

09/03/2026

The heat may still feel like summer, but school is back in session on campuses across Texas. Explore our photo collections to see historic images of college students at the state’s institutions of higher learning, like this one from the College of Industrial Arts (now Texas Woman’s University) in Denton. The college, which was the first for women to be sponsored by the state, opened for classes in September of 1903. See more from this series online here:

https://tsl.access.preservica.com/uncategorized/SO_f41846d1-687f-4df0-a13b-5e25ddafc26b/

Image: Physical culture class on campus, Denton, Texas, undated. William Deming Hornaday photograph collection, 1975/070-1007. TSLAC.

Texas Woman's University

09/03/2026

In this episode, Laura Jean and Becky explore the wide-ranging world of science fiction. They discuss popular subgenres, from time travel and dystopias to cyberpunk and space opera, as well as current trends like AI ethics and Afrofuturism. They also share tips for finding the right science fiction book based on your interests, whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the genre.

Listen now at https://www.tsl.texas.gov/podcasts. Also available to stream on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Podbean.

09/03/2026

We are now accepting applications from external and internal applicants for the following job posting:

PURCHASER V (Administrative Services Division).

Browse and apply for this and other positions on our Employment Opportunities page: www.tsl.texas.gov/jobs

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

School buses are back, summer programs are wrapping up, and it’s
the perfect time to celebrate your library’s accomplishments!
So, if you launched a new service, inspired your community, tried new
technology, provided professional development, or created something
impactful, then we want to hear about it! Share your success with
TSLAC, along with photos if you have them, and help inspire library
colleagues across Texas.

Submit your story today and let us shine a light on your
accomplishments:

https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8444298/Share-Your-Library-Success-Story

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

Your Talking Book Program “library card” = lifetime access to free audiobooks, braille, large print, and more! If you have a qualifying visual, physical, or reading disability, you can sign up today! It’s free!

Check out some of our titles about the history of libraries:

www.tsl.texas.gov/texastalkingbooks/2026/09/02/september-is-library-card-sign-up-month

09/01/2026

The August 2026 Library Management Update features upcoming opportunities including FREE trainings, conferences, contests, awards, funding, and grants as well as spotlights a few ongoing tools to facilitate doing the work.

Read it today, and be sure to bookmark the Texas State Library and Archive Commission's LIBRARY DEVELOPMENTS blog so you never miss timely updates, insights, and resources.

https://www.tsl.texas.gov/ld/librarydevelopments/2026/08/31/library-management-update-august-2026/