Wander Wander offers a glimpse into the everyday magic that surrounds us, in a tale told by a wandering bear... Animated version at Apple, Print version at Amazon

Great promo video for Holly Valero’s @hollyvalero.bsky.social new children’s book Wander. Great illustrations. Follow the bear from awakening in spring through the seasons and back to hibernation.

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Wander by Holly Valero - Reviewed by Kameron Brook Review: The glyphs & in-depth discussions are suitable for 9+, but the artwork is timeless, making it a book that readers can cherish for years.

Very nice review of Holly’s new children’s book, Wander! Actually suitable for all ages as it is visually beautiful!

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Survivors and family of victims in Lewiston mass shooting sue U.S. government 100 people impacted by Maine's deadliest mass shooting are suing the U.S. Army, Department of Defense, and the Keller Army Community Hospital for negligence and failing to prevent the killings.

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Let holding those responsible begin in Maine.

Elon Musk's controversial Grok AI lands contract with Pentagon The Department of Defense is set to begin using Musk's controversial chatbot Grok, according to a Monday announcement.

Grok for Government? 🙄

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Portland Maine out in force for No Kings demonstration.

Thank you for showing up @pingree.house.gov

Portland No Kings!

It’s called the Library of Congress. But Trump claims it’s his. The case is the latest example of efforts by the Trump administration to erase the traditional lines that separate the branches of government.

The overreach never ends.

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Scary example of science fiction. HAL is with us. Truly concerning.

Rep. Libby’s rhetoric spoils high school running | Letter Rep. Laurel Libby, R-Auburn, recently used my second-place finish in the 1,600-meter run, and that of my teammate in the 800-meter run, to malign Soren Stark-Chessa, the trans-identified athlete who f...

Dirigi, Maine students lead, not a bully, politically motivated politician.

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Trump fires longtime Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden Carla Hayden has been the Librarian of Congress since 2016. She was the first woman and African American to hold the position.

Destroyer in Chief, Donald Trump fired the Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden without cause or justification. Dr. Hayden was the first black Librarian of Congress Truth has been destroyed by Trump, DOGE and a justice department that doesn’t uphold the rule if law.

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The $200 Billion Gamble: Bill Gates’s Plan to Wind Down His Foundation

This is a very long and detailed article but worth reading so sharing. Libraries benefited from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation in the early 2000’s but then the focus turned to health.

www.nytimes.com/2025/05/08/m...

Love, love, love this!

Libraries are literally the heart of our democracy.

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I so love her animal expressions.
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I so love this!

Take Action To Save Federal Funding for Libraries! Trump is attempting to destroy federal funding for libraries. We need you to take action today! That's why we made it easy to contact your reps, sign petitions, and learn about the Institute of Museum...

Trump is attempting to destroy federal funding for libraries.

action.everylibrary.org/saveimls2025 via @everylibrary.bsky.social

Maine State Library lays off 13 workers, will restructure after losing federal funds The library last received funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services on March 24 and has not gotten any updates on when — or whether — payments may resume.

This will have unimaginable impact on Maine citizens and Maine public libraries! Call your federal and state representatives to demand federal and state funding!

www.pressherald.com/2025/04/09/s...

States Challenge Trump’s Effort to Dismantle Library Agency (Gift Article) In a lawsuit, 21 state attorneys general argued that the steep cuts to the Institute of Museum and Library Services violate the Constitution and other federal laws related to spending.

Proud that Maine has joined this fight! Fight for libraries! Call your congressional Senate and House reps!

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Entire staff at federal agency that funds libraries and museums put on leave The staff of the Institute of Museum and Library Services was placed on administrative leave Monday morning, following a meeting between IMLS leadership and DOGE staff.

Through the Grants to States program, the Institute of Museum and Library Services, every state receives funds to support statewide initiatives to help libraries with technology infrastructure, Interlibrary loan, books for the blind, research and ebook platforms.

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I finished a quilt my daughter and I started 20 years ago for her new baby! Not perfect but happy that we worked on half together and my new little granddaughter will be able to grow up with it!

I don’t like calling folks stupid. I don’t mind telling folks you’re uniformed but I’m usually talking to someone that just doesn’t want to understand because they’ve only heard misinformation from their trusted resources.

We are all trying to determine what to do and feeling somewhat helpless. Looking for direction but unsure if anyone really knows what we can do. Feeling this.

Safeguarding Against A Trump Data Dump Various organizations race to preserve invaluable scientific, educational, and economic data at potential risk during another Trump administration.

As a librarian who treasures the power of vetted information and data, these projects provide solace but folks need to know where they can go to find data that has been “disappeared”.

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Let’s make that dream a reality!

It’s official: Research has found that libraries make everything better. Science has backed up what many of us have long been saying: the library rocks. A study from the New York Public Library surveyed 1,974 users on how the library makes them feel and how it affects t…

As the new administration tries to defund support of libraries we get this survey. Feeling down or unsettled? Visit your local library to feel all the possibilities. #libraries

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I was torn because I really like both teams. Just hope KC can beat the Eagles. It’ll be fun to see Taylor at the Superbowl!