2025 United for Libraries Virtual - Friends Day

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Friends Day

Thursday, July 31, 2025


  • Participate in live Q&A sessions with presenters.
  • Network with colleagues across the country.
  • Enjoy exclusive access to the keynote speaker and authors.
  • View on-demand sessions for one year after the live event.
  • Receive a certificate of attendance (for live participation or on-demand viewing).

Affordable registration rates include live attendance and on-demand access. Download a pricing chart and FAQ for full details on all registration options.

 

Friends Day Individual Single Day Registration
This course listing is for Friends Day individual single day registration.
  • Includes live and/or on-demand access to Friends Day programs, Keynote, Virtual Gala Author Tea, Book Buzzes, and Microlearning Sessions
  • Each registration is for one person to attend and access on-demand.
  • Group viewing is not permitted with the purchase of individual registration.
 


Other Registration Options

 

Additional Single Day Individual Registration
Visit the link(s) below to purchase individual single day registration for:
Individual Full Conference Registration
Individual full conference registration includes live and/or on-demand access to three days of programming. 
  • Each registration is for one person to attend live and/or access on-demand.
  • Group viewing is not permitted with the purchase of individual registration.
Group Viewing Single Day or Multiple Day Registration
Group Viewing is available for single or multiple registration, and is only available by invoice request. Full details including pricing and discounts is available on the Group Viewing Invoice Request Form


Save with Member Discounts, Early Bird, and Multiple Seat Options

 
Member Discounts
  • United for Libraries personal members save 35% off the list price.
  • ALA personal members save 10% off the list price.
Multiple Seats
  • Purchase 3-6 seats - save an extra 30%
  • Purchase 7-12 seats - save an extra 35%
  • Purchase 13+ seats - save an extra 40% off
Early Bird
  • Save an extra $5 off per seat on Individual Single Day registration through July 11, 2025.
  • Discount applies on top off member discount and multiple seat purchase discount.


Friends Day Programs and Sessions

This course listing is for Individual Single Day registration for Friends Day and includes the programs listed below. To purchase additional single day options or full conference registration, please visit the above link(s).
 
Keynote

The keynote speaker will be announced soon.

Book Buzzes
Learn about forthcoming titles from United's publishing partners, including great book club selections.
 
Microlearning
Each day will feature one or more microlearning sessions (15-20 minutes). More details coming soon.
 
Educational Sessions
Education sessions will be announced mid-May.

 

How to Purchase Individual Friends Day Registration

 
United for Libraries Personal Member
  • Click the "Register" button above or below.
  • Click "Login" in the upper right corner. Enter the login associated with your membership.
  • United for Libraries personal member pricing. Eligible discounts included in these prices:
    • Early Bird (March 31-July 11): $37.25
    • Regular Registration (On/After July 182): $42.25
  • Enter the sign up code you receive on the dashboard in the Sign Up Code box.
  • If you experience any problems registering, please email united@ala.org for assistance.

ALA Personal Member
  • Click the "Register" button above or below.
  • Click "Login" in the upper right corner. Enter the login associated with your ALA membership.
  • ALA member pricing. Eligible discounts included in these prices:
    • Early Bird (March 31-July 11): $53.50
    • Regular Registration (On/After July 12): $58.50
  • Enter the sign up code you receive on the dashboard in the Sign Up Code box.
  • If you experience any problems registering, please email united@ala.org for assistance.

Statewide FREE Registration Partners - MA, MI, VA
  • Your state has purchased statewide registration making both live attendance and on-demand access FREE to all library directors/staff, Trustees/board members, Friends, and Foundations regardless of library type.
    • Already enrolled in your statewide access course? Go the landing page of your statewide course and click the link for 2024 United for Libraries Virtual.
    • Not enrolled in your statewide access course? Complete the alternate registration form.
  • If you experience any problems registering, please email united@ala.org for assistance.

Statewide All Access Discounted Registration Partners - MD, MN, ND, NE, OR, SC
  • Eligible discounts included in these prices:
    • Early Bird (March 31-July 11): $37.25
    • Regular Registration (On/After July 12): $42.25
  • Register, request coupon, or request invoice:
    • If you are already registered in you state's training course, go to your dashboard and locate the coupon code on the landing page of your state training course. Enter that coupon code at checkout to receive the 35% off list price discount.
    • To request an invoice, submit the 2025 United for Libraries Virtual Invoice Request Form.
  • If you experience any problems registering, please email united@ala.org for assistance
Statewide Training Discounted Registration Partners - CO, IL, NV
  • Eligible discounts included in these prices:
    • Early Bird (March 31-July 11): $47.00
    • Regular Registration (On/After July 12): $52.00
  • Register, request coupon, or request invoice:
    • If you are already registered in you state's training course, go to your dashboard and locate the coupon code on the landing page of your state training course. Enter that coupon code at checkout to receive the 20% off list price discount.
    • To request an invoice, submit the 2025 United for Libraries Virtual Invoice Request Form.
  • If you experience any problems registering, please email united@ala.org for assistance.

Non-Member
  • Click the "Register" button above or below.
  • Click "Login" in the upper right corner. If needed, create a free login.
  • Non-member pricing. Eligible discounts included in these prices:
    • Early Bird (March 31-July 11): $60.00
    • Regular Registration (On/After July 12): $65.00
  • Enter the sign up code you receive on the dashboard in the Sign Up Code box.
  • If you experience any problems registering, please email united@ala.org for assistance.
 
If you experience any problems registering, please email united@ala.org for assistance.

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