Last year, Americans challenged more book titles than ever before, according to a new report by the American Library Association’s Office for Intellectual Freedom. Librarians are often caught in the middle of these campaigns: buff.ly/3U3HZly

💥 TODAY! 💥 Join national library associations to learn more about how libraries will be leading opportunities created through the Digital Equity Act, which provides $2.75 billion to states through grant programs that promote digital equity & inclusion. buff.ly/494EdO4

Since Congress failed to extend funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), 23M+ households may lose access to affordable broadband. Join this webinar to understand the ways libraries can continue to provide sustainable broadband access. buff.ly/3Q4dHxJ

Libraries are nonpartisan, but not indifferent. Libraries play a critical role in our democracy, encouraging readers, educating voters and preparing all of us to participate in elections. On this #TakeActionForLibrariesDay , check your voter registration: buff.ly/3vMshmK

In celebration of #NationalLibraryWeek , Hoboken Library Director and ULC Board Member Jennie Pu penned an op-ed to share the importance of the right to read and how NJ is stepping up. Read more: buff.ly/3TVLYQR

Happy #NationalLibraryWorkersDay ! KC Library works because of our incredible staff. Jackie Brown has been with the Library for 35 years. 🤗 This is the first of 5 staff highlights we'll be sharing in the coming weeks: tinyurl.com/ycy4dyzs

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#NationalLibraryWeek continues with today's special awareness day: #NationalLibraryWorkersDay ! Today is a great time to thank librarians and library workers for their contributions. The institution of the public library only works because they do. buff.ly/2U47c07

Over the last few years, censors have accelerated their attempts to remove or restrict books and programs in schools and public libraries. Today, on #RightToReadDay , we're asking you to take action and raise your voice for the right to read. buff.ly/41AaRUy UniteAgainstBookBans

Next week is #NationalLibraryWeek , and it kicks off Monday with #RightToReadDay . On Monday, April 8, encourage your networks to take action and raise their voices for the right to read. Get started: buff.ly/3PS5OeC UniteAgainstBookBans

Today is #LibraryGivingDay ! This one-day online fundraising event encourages patrons to support their library, and in turn, that support will go toward the incredible programs, services and materials provided by local libraries across the United States.
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.@AustinPubLib and its Foundation are launching a statewide social network for teens to keep access to banned books. The 'Save The Books Social Network' unites teens who want to defend their freedom to read. buff.ly/3vsCPr5

Legislators in 27 states have proposed bills this year that could harm libraries or limit the books and services they provide. But a new law in Washington state aims to prevent such efforts. Read more: buff.ly/4anhw9p

Earlier this month, the St. Louis County Library St. Louis County Library hosted a sold-out event with RuPaul, celebrating the release of his new memoir, “The House of Hidden Meanings.” The event raised over $50,000 for the Library Foundation! See more photos at buff.ly/3xhRfe9.

💥 New Resource: Community Conversation Guide 💥 ULC's new 'Beyond Books: A Conversation Guide' resource covers hosting community conversations about the changing role of libraries, highlighting community impacts and building local support. buff.ly/3TEpDHC

As public libraries map out summer programming, ULC's 4-part Summer Learning Boot Camp offers methods for high-quality #summerlearning , emphasizing strategies to center equity, executing effective STEM program design and targeting middle school youth. buff.ly/3W6fket

💥 Advancing Digital Equity Through Federal Programs and Library Partnerships Webinar 💥 Monday, April 15, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. ET. Register Now: buff.ly/494EdO4

The Dallas PublicLibrary is introducing the homeless community through its new 10-episode podcast series, 'On the Block.' The podcast is part of the library’s ongoing homeless engagement initiative, which launched in 2013. buff.ly/3TqdFRz

A record number of books were “targeted for censorship” in the United States in 2023, according to a study released Thursday from American Library Association. ALA found efforts to ban 4,240 unique book titles in school and public libraries, a 65% increase from 2022. buff.ly/43jRotr

💥 ULC Member Hub Walkthrough | March 20, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. ET 💥 Join our upcoming webinar for an in-depth walkthrough of the Member Hub. We'll guide you through the intricacies of this exclusive space designed to elevate your membership to new heights. buff.ly/3Vr1xCq

Spring is almost here — which means seed libraries are up and running for the growing season! At Hamilton East Public Library, there are 145 seed varieties in the collection this year, including vegetables, fruits, herbs, flowers and even a native grass. buff.ly/3TAuivs