In-Person REFORMA de las Carolinas 4th Annual Retreat

Join us in beautiful historic Charleston, SC this year at Charleston County's Wando Mt. Pleasant branch (virtual option coming soon). ABOUT THIS EVENT The REFORMA de las Carolinas Retreat is a full-day professional development event focused on helping library professionals better serve Latino and Spanish-speaking communities. The 2026 retreat will explore joy as a source of connection, resilience, creativity, and strength within our communities. Through practical sessions, shared experiences, and relationship-building, participants will gain tools and ideas they can apply in their libraries and local communities. Sessions may highlight: • Community outreach and engagement • Spanish-language collections • Culturally responsive resources • Language access and bilingual programming • Partnerships with Latino-serving and community-based organizations • Joy, resilience, well-being, and belonging • Leadership and professional growth • Innovative and inclusive library services Who may attend? The retreat is open to REFORMA members and nonmembers, including: • Public, academic, school, and special library workers • Library science and other students • Educators and community partners • Retired library and information professionals • Individuals interested in equitable and culturally responsive services for Latino and Spanish-speaking communities Note: 9:00–10:00 a.m. Attendee check-in, exhibits, and networking 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Annual Retreat program A detailed agenda, session information, and final arrival instructions will be shared with registered attendees before the retreat. ABOUT REFORMA REFORMA (The National Association to Promote Library and Information Services to Latinos and the Spanish-Speaking) is an affiliate of the American Library Association (ALA) dedicated to advancing equitable library services by promoting Spanish-language collections and resources, advocating for Latino communities, supporting the recruitment of bilingual library professionals, and providing professional development opportunities for library staff. REFORMA de las Carolinas is the regional chapter serving North and South Carolina. Not currently a REFORMA member? You may join REFORMA before registering for the retreat and receive the $15 member registration rate once your membership is active. Visit the REFORMA membership page to review membership options and join online. When prompted, select a chapter affiliation, choose REFORMA de las Carolinas. REGISTRATION INFORMATION • Current REFORMA members: $15 + Eventbrite ticketing fees • Non-members: $25 + Eventbrite ticketing fees • Sponsor and Exhibitor: Complimentary registration for designated representatives (promo code required) Registration includes admission to all retreat activities, refreshments, lunch, and event materials. Lodging and transportation are not included. Everyone attending must register, including members, nonmembers, board members, complimentary attendees, sponsor and exhibitor representatives, scholarship recipients, volunteers, and invited guests. Registration closes Friday, October 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. Registration may close earlier if capacity is reached. Registration and ticket purchases will not be available at the retreat. Each attendee must complete their own registration. There is a limit of one ticket per order. All paid registrations and Eventbrite ticketing fees are nonrefundable, except when a refund is required by applicable law or Eventbrite policy. If you can no longer attend, please cancel your registration so your seat can be released. Canceling your registration will not result in a refund. This listing is for in-person attendance only and does not include virtual access. HOTEL INFORMATION Discounted hotel room blocks are available for retreat attendees at the two hotels listed below. Booking Deadline: October 5, 2026 Reservations must be made by the deadline to receive the group rate. Please contact the hotel directly or use the reservation link provided below. Hotel Option 1: Homewood Suites by Hilton Charleston Mt. Pleasant Address: 1998 Riviera Drive, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 Reservation Phone: (843) 881-6950 How to Book: Call the hotel directly or reserve your room online here. Room Rates: • Thursday, November 5, 2026: King Suite - $189 per night • Friday, November 6, 2026: King Suite - $189 per night King Suites include one king bed and a pullout sofa bed and can accommodate up to four guests. Additional Information: • Room rates are subject to a 13% tax per night and a $2 destination fee. • Complimentary hot breakfast buffet is included for each registered guest in the room. • Complimentary standard Wi-Fi is included. Hotel Option 2: Holiday Inn Express & Suites NE Address: 1104 Stockade Lane, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466 Reservation Phone: (843) 216-0000 How to Book: Call the hotel directly or reserve your room online here (note: wait a minute to let the page fully load). Room Rates: • Thursday, November 5, 2026: Two Queen Beds - $181 per night • Friday, November 6, 2026: Two Queen Beds - $181 per night Please reserve your room directly with your preferred hotel by October 5, 2026, to take advantage of the retreat group rate. VIRTUAL ATTENDANCE A virtual attendance option will be available through a separate Eventbrite listing, which is expected to be shared in mid-October. This page is for in-person attendance only. Registering through this page does not include virtual access. Information about the virtual registration fee, registration deadline, portions of the retreat available online, and how to access the virtual program will be provided in the separate listing. Once available, a link to the virtual registration page will be added here. BECOME A SPONSOR OR EXHIBITOR Organizations, businesses, libraries, and community partners are invited to support the 2026 REFORMA de las Carolinas Annual Retreat as sponsors or exhibitors. Sponsorship opportunities range from $250 to $1,000, and exhibitor tables are available for $50. Opportunities include ways to promote your organization, connect with retreat attendees, and support professional learning and stronger library services for Latino and Spanish-speaking communities across North and South Carolina. The sponsorship and exhibitor commitment deadline is Friday, September 25, 2026. Review the 2026 Sponsorship and Exhibitor Prospectus For questions about sponsorship or exhibiting, contact REFORMA de las Carolinas at [email protected].