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John Schaffer retweeted
25 Nov 2024
Tis' the season for gifting books!
25 Nov 2024
Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Curbside Larry & Judge Hidalgo have the scoop! Stop by your local Friends of the Library bookstore for amazing deals on gently used books: hcfol.org/branch-partners
Support your @harriscountypl libraries, find treasures, and be weary - you may need a bigger cart! š
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John Schaffer retweeted
24 Oct 2024
Need a little nudge to get to the polls for early voting? Well, Judge Hidalgo and @harriscountypl āCurbside Larryā are here to give you the dose of inspiration you need to go and cast your vote this election season!
Remember, your voice and your vote count!
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John Schaffer retweeted
23 Oct 2024
Thank you Judge Hidalgo for showing up and out to celebrate the Harris County Friends of the Library with us for National Friends of the Library week!
23 Oct 2024
Today Judge Lina Hidalgo visited the HCPL's Barbara Bush Library Branch in Spring, to celebrate "National Friends of Libraries Week" with some of the Harris County Friends of Library (HCFOL) volunteers. HCFOL is made up of dedicated members who support and promote library programs and activities through fundraising, grants and donations.
While there, Judge Hidalgo also received her enhanced library card, and checked out two books. What are you reading? Drop suggestions in the comments!
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John Schaffer retweeted
26 Sep 2024
šššš¼šæš¢š : Did you know Harris County officially designated @harriscountypl as a "Book Sanctuary," a safe space for endangered books.
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25 Jul 2024
Found Kittens: What I Did and What I Learned - Harris County Public Library hcpl.net/?p=32946 via @harriscountypl #tnr #kittens #nokill #spca
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John Schaffer retweeted
18 Oct 2023
For the first time, the free nonpartisan Voter Guides will be available in eBook and Audiobook Formats through the libraryās Libby App in both English and Spanish!
Find out more info here: bit.ly/3FnP0qc
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John Schaffer retweeted
4 Oct 2023
The next generation deserves the freedom to seek the wisdom, imagination, and knowledge contained in books. Thatās why my office sponsored a resolution declaring Harris County Public Library a book sanctuary.
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John Schaffer retweeted
4 Oct 2023
"Attempts to ban books in public libraries increased by 20% over last year's total in the first eight months of 2023."
Read HCPL Blogger David's newest blog to learn why Banned Book Week 2023 is so important.
bit.ly/45bMbTK
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John Schaffer retweeted
15 Aug 2023
Have you ever wondered how a book gets to you? It may seem like magic, but a book passes through many hands before it gets to you. This month, HCPL follows the journey of a book getting from one borrower to another.
Listen to the full podcast here: bit.ly/3pbRL45
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John Schaffer retweeted
27 Jul 2023
This is what happens when librarians are allowed to name things š
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Was anyone else shocked when Barack Obama showed up? š®
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John Schaffer retweeted
18 Jul 2023
"As a librarian, when the @ALALibrary (ALA)āthe largest, oldest, and most influential organization of its kind in the worldācalls, you answer. When ALA is calling on behalf of a former President of the United States, you sit up a little straighter."
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John Schaffer retweeted
18 Jul 2023
The former president has filmed clips with libraries across the country to increase awareness of their services and promote access to books. wapo.st/3NSgvw9
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John Schaffer retweeted
18 Jul 2023
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John Schaffer retweeted
17 Jul 2023
The former president has filmed clips with libraries across the country to increase awareness of their services and promote access to books. wapo.st/43vD3IS
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John Schaffer retweeted
17 Jul 2023
Thank you to President @BarackObama for supporting libraries and the freedom to read. And thank you to all library workers on the front lines "fighting every day to make the widest possible range of viewpoints, opinions, and ideas available to everyone."
#UniteAgainstBookBans
17 Jul 2023
Today, some of the books that shaped my lifeāand the lives of so many othersāare being challenged by people who disagree with certain ideas or perspectives. And librarians are on the front lines, fighting every day to make the widest possible range of viewpoints, opinions, and ideas available to everyone.
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John Schaffer retweeted
6 Jul 2023
Hereās the advice I shared with Malia about what progress looks like ā and the work we can do right now to make a difference.
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John Schaffer retweeted
29 Jun 2023
Affirmative action was never a complete answer in the drive towards a more just society. But for generations of students who had been systematically excluded from most of Americaās key institutionsāit gave us the chance to show we more than deserved a seat at the table.
In the wake of the Supreme Courtās recent decision, itās time to redouble our efforts.
29 Jun 2023
I wanted to share some of my thoughts on today's Supreme Court decision on affirmative action:
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3 May 2023
Time to pick a book to read!
1 May 2023
GULF COAST READS IS BACK!
It's time to vote for which book you want as your Gulf Coast Reads book pick for this year!
Follow the link and let your voice be heard! surveymonkey.com/r/2RPTLFN
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