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14 May 2024
Book banners LOVE to say they just want pornography out of school libraries.
They're liars.
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"Public libraries have long provided a great assortment of online and digital resources for anyone who may be at home for a while. Here are ten great digital and online ideas anyone can do using the library (without worrying about germs)." buff.ly/SqYerM8
#Library #Libraries #Services #Resources #Productive #WorkAtHome #OnlineServices #DigitalResources
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Don’t let the government regulate your reading bookbanpetition.us
#library #libraries #read #reading #book #books #librarianship #lit
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Not everyone, especially expecting parents, has time to look into what may or may not be offered by their library. So, here are just a few ideas for getting started. All of these are cost-saving, and most don’t even require you to leave your house! buff.ly/nbhJt2P
#Library #Libraries #Services #Resources #NewParents #YoungChildren #Parenting #ParentingResources #Babies #Toddlers
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What can a speech from 1953 teach us about citizenship in 2026? Watch @RepJoeCourtney and @EveryLibrary E.D. John Chrastka talk about President Eisenhower, the freedom to read, and the responsibilities of self-government. youtube.com/watch?v=CbAJM9il…
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What did President Eisenhower mean when he told Americans, "Don't join the book burners"? Join Rep. Joe Courtney and EveryLibrary Executive Director John Chrastka for a timely conversation about free expression, libraries, and civic responsibility. youtube.com/watch?v=CbAJM9il…
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In 1953, President Dwight Eisenhower warned Americans: "Don't join the book burners."
As we enter Civic Season and look toward America's 250th anniversary, we're asking library supporters, readers, educators, and citizens to take the First Amendment Pledge.
Be Like Ike. action.everylibrary.org/dont…
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Did you know that no matter which materials you enjoy working with, or what creative skill you want to develop, your library can help? Find tools, techniques, and inspiration right at your local library. Here's how: buff.ly/fZZJvVs
#Library #Libraries #Services #Resources #Crafty #Creative #Creativity #Arts #Crafts #Skills #Workshops
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You can join the fight against book bans by signing the petition at bookbanpetition.us
#library #libraries #read #reading #book #books #librarianship #lit
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How the cartoonist and librarian is redefining Indigenous representation from the drawing board to the library stacks.
medium.com/everylibrary/juli…
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"IMLS is a tiny agency with a big impact and complex mission ""...to advance, support, and empower America’s museums, libraries, and related organizations through grantmaking, research, and policy development.""
Ok, but what does that actually look like?" buff.ly/8b9VGgN
#Library #Libraries #Services #Resources #IMLS #Museums #Grantmaking #Research #PolicyDevelopment #Culture #Diversity
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It’s time to fight against book bans - bookbanpetition.us
#library #libraries #read #reading #book #books #librarianship #lit
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What did President Eisenhower mean when he told Americans, "Don't join the book burners"? Watch Rep. Joe Courtney and EveryLibrary Executive Director John Chrastka for a timely conversation about free expression, libraries, and civic responsibility. youtube.com/watch?v=CbAJM9il…
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We're proud to provide pro-bono support to libraries across the country.
Your donations make it possible at everylibrary.org/donate
#library #libraries #librarianship #lit #author #authors
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Since 1996, the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) has supported libraries and museums across the US, helping these organizations transform the lives of individuals and communities through grantmaking, research, and policy development. buff.ly/grNLrUY
#Library #Libraries #Services #Resources #IMLS #Museums #Grantmaking #Research #PolicyDevelopment #Culture #Diversity
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Jun 12
School librarians: Are students using the library more in your school now that cellphones are restricted? EveryLibrary Institute is gathering national data to find out. Take the survey:
everylibraryinstitute.org/su…
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We all know that public libraries are the go-to spots for finding books, music, and other materials. But, did you know that your local library isn’t just for accessing content, but also a place that supports you and your community to create content? buff.ly/g2M53Ui
#Library #Libraries #Services #Resources #Creation #Creativity #Art #Career #Support #Community
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Help fight against book bans by signing the petition at bookbanpetition.us
#library #libraries #read #reading #book #books #librarianship #lit
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Jun 12
Florida's Legislature is meeting in special session this week to consider SJR 2-F, a proposed constitutional amendment that would substantially expand Florida's homestead exemption and create a pathway toward the eventual elimination of property taxes on homestead properties.
What could these changes mean for Florida's public libraries and the communities they serve?
everylibraryinstitute.org/is…
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When a disaster or crisis hits a community, the public library often serves as a safe haven. Libraries provide a place of comfort, direction, normalcy, and resources to help guide recovery efforts for the people they serve. buff.ly/NMotVC2
#Library #Libraries #Services #Resources #Disaster #Crisis #SafeHaven #Comfort #Normalcy #Support #Community
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Don’t let them take your books! - bookbanpetition.us
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