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www.public libraries are funded by taxpayers to meet the needs of the entire community. The First Amendment bars the government from suppressing

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From storytimes for babies to chess for tweens, programs help build brain power Here's a look at what's happening at New Orleans libraries.

From babies to tweens, the New Orleans Public Library is offering programs to boost children's brain power.

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Next steps take shape for Truckee’s new library TRUCKEE, Calif. — Truckee voters approved Measure G earlier this month, paving the way for a new library to replace the town’s aging facility. During a recent Truckee Library Joint Powers Authority…

Your donations enabled us to provide pro bono support to this library at the ballot box!

Truckee voters approved Measure G earlier this month, paving the way for a new library to replace the town’s aging facility.

Harvard Law School Library releases first complete set of digitized Nuremberg Trials records - Harvard Law School Harvard Law School's Nuremberg Trials Project has finalized the first complete, keyword searchable online collection of more than 750,000 pages of Nazi war tribunal documents.

The law school’s Nuremberg Trials Project has finalized the first complete, keyword searchable online collection of more than 750,000 pages of Nazi war tribunal documents

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Celebrating the Federal Court Ruling Protecting IMLS Despite this just and appropriate ruling, the future of IMLS is not guaranteed.

Despite this just and appropriate ruling, the future of IMLS is not guaranteed.

Solange Knowles, Librarian: Expanding a Saint Heron Passion Project The Grammy winner, now a scholar in residence at U.S.C., is expanding a one-of-a-kind library featuring rare books by writers of color. (Just mind the due date.)

The Grammy winner, now a scholar in residence at U.S.C., is expanding a one-of-a-kind library featuring rare books by writers of color. (Just mind the due date.)

Standing Against Censorship and Erasure in Arkansas Schools In the past week, EveryLibrary has joined a coalition of leading national and state organizations to oppose concerning censorship practices in the Benton School District and the North Little Rock…

In the past week, EveryLibrary has joined a coalition of leading national and state organizations to oppose concerning censorship practices in the Benton School District and the North Little Rock School District.

Expansion Project Enhances Jeudevine Library in Hardwick HARDWICK — The Jeudevine Memorial Library received a $725,000 grant from the U.S. Department of the Treasury in September 2024, supporting a major renovation and expansion project that includes a

Federal funding supports renovation of 1896 library building, honoring legacy of major donor Parker Ladd

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Storm Lake Public Library Fundraising for Children’s Department Renovations - Northwest Iowa Now This is the only fundraiser for the non-profit volunteer organization, which is a vital resource for the community.

This is the only fundraiser for the non-profit volunteer organization, which is a vital resource for the community.

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The Librarian’s Call: Documenting Is Resistance | Common Dreams ​History is protected by those who collect, preserve, and share the facts.

We are living through a period of profound uncertainty and systemic challenge—where erasure of truth and history is not only possible, but actively underway.

Makerspaces and the Young Inventor Did you know that many libraries have in-house makerspaces open to the public?

We celebrate librarians who find innovative ways to make makerspaces available to their community.

When Libraries Do More Than Congress: Food-for-Fines in American Libraries While Congress debates cutting SNAP benefits, local librarians are stocking food pantries, organizing donation drives, and ensuring that struggling families don’t walk away empty-handed.

While Congress argues, librarians act.

The Morgan Library, an abandoned subway station and other New York City secrets From the air, underground, or at street-level, EL PAÍS has put together a list of 10 surprising places to explore in the Big Apple, beyond the touristy clichés

One of the least-visited places by tourists is the Morgan Library & Museum.

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East Bend library set to close Saturday - The Bulletin After 15 years of serving east Bend, the Deschutes Public Library branch on Dean Swift Road will close Saturday.

More than 20,000 books and other materials have already been removed from shelves, moved for now to the Downtown Bend Public Library.

When the Central Library at Stevens Ranch opens in the spring all those materials will move there permanently, ready to be checked out.

Pledge your support to easing the Grand Rapids Area Library’s fiscal crisis Donate to support the Grand Rapids Area Library through the Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation’s newest fund, the Grand Rapids Area Library Fund.

Donate to support the Grand Rapids Area Library through the Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation’s newest fund, the Grand Rapids Area Library Fund.

What’s the must-have school supply this year? A library card! - Christian County Headliner News It's the key to worldwide exploration, and it fits in your pocket. Each September, the Christian County Library collaborates with preschools, daycares, elementary, middle and high schools across the…

A library card is a crucial step towards academic achievement and lifelong learning.

Denison Public Library celebrates 90th anniversary, unveils new sculpture The 90-year celebration wrapped up with a handful of speeches and the unveiling of a new sculpture.

What started as a small collection of just 300 books has grown into a key part of Denison’s history.

Today, there are more than 30,000 books at the library, and over a million literary materials available online.

You won’t be able to check out a free laptop from LA County Library after next month. Here’s why The FCC voted to end e-rate discounts for digital lending programs forcing LA County Library to end its loan service.

LA County Library is shutting down its laptop loaning program on Dec. 30 after the Federal Communications Commission cut off assistance for programs meant to improve digital access.

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Rutland’s library hoped to close the book on a building saga. Instead, it’s opening a new one. - VTDigger “Back to the drawing board,” its director said of a 15-year push to renovate or replace a pre-Civil War era facility.

“Back to the drawing board,” its director said of a 15-year push to renovate or replace a pre-Civil War era facility.

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City allows library, traffic fines to be cleared with food pantry donations - UPI.com A municipal court and library in Oklahoma are allowing people with minor offenses to donate food in exchange for lowering or eliminating fines.

A municipal court and library in an Oklahoma city are allowing people with traffic violations, certain municipal offenses and overdue library books to donate food in exchange for lowering or eliminating their infractions.

Tenn. official's order undermines our public libraries I understand the concern of parents who see books in public libraries that might clash with their family’s values. The answer, of course, is to accompany your grade-school child to the library and…

"I’ve never lost my love of public libraries or my admiration for librarians...

That’s why it’s so disheartening to see the undermining of public libraries by Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Harget"

Friends of Library donate $10,000 to Library Hill Trail project The Friends of the Baxter County Library have contributed $10,000 to support the Library Hill Trail Project, a three-quarter-mile recreational trail that will connect the Donald W. Reynolds Library…

The Friends of the Baxter County Library have contributed $10,000 to support the Library Hill Trail Project.

When Libraries Do More Than Congress: Food-for-Fines in American Libraries While Congress debates cutting SNAP benefits, local librarians are stocking food pantries, organizing donation drives, and ensuring that struggling families don’t walk away empty-handed.

Every time Congress threatens SNAP, the message is clear: “You’re on your own.” Libraries, by contrast, send the opposite message: “You’re part of a community, and we take care of each other.”

Email your legislators to support libraries: speakupforlibraries.us

This was once a country that rewarded reading widely.
You don't have to agree.
You don't have to read things you don't like.
You really should allow others to read according to their needs and desires.
Books contain worlds of information. The pursuit of knowledge should always be rewarded.

Rural Maine libraries fear loss of services if new standards are approved A proposal would require libraries to expand hours and pay their directors to bring them into compliance and maintain certain services. Many small libraries with all-volunteer staffs say that's…

A proposal would require libraries to expand hours and pay their directors to bring them into compliance and maintain certain services.

Many small libraries with all-volunteer staff say that’s impossible.

Williston considers $15 million bond for library expansion, town green renovation The town of Williston is considering expanding their library and renovating their town green this Town Meeting Day.

The town of Williston is considering an expansion to their library and renovation of their town green this Town Meeting Day.

Librarians say they’ve run out of places to put new books and host meetings.

Plano + Leander + Cy-Fair + Conroe + Fort Bend + More June School Board Wrap-Up - A NEW MONTHLY FEATURE!

The Traveling Pastor Circus is a group affiliated with the Christian Nationalist Remnant Alliance who are traveling across Texas, trying to make a name for themselves by getting superintendents and trustees to remove books without regard for the policies in place.

Urbandale Public Library trades late fees for donations Food Drive & Fine Forgiveness initiative runs through Sunday

The gentle kindness of libraries...

Food Drive & Fine Forgiveness initiative runs through Sunday.