Happy #LesbianVisibilityWeek ! For Free Expression Friday, @ABFEFreeExpression spoke to @carabinercollections about their amazing work providing LGBTQ+ book access in Brazos County, TX. Donate or learn more at carabinercollections.org

The Freedom to Read Act was signed into law on Thursday by Maryland Governor Wes Moore.
marylandmatters.org/2024/04/25/dec…

Does your state or school library association/agency want to establish an Intellectual Freedom Helpline or expand on their existing efforts to support librarians and educators addressing censorship? Grants are available. The deadline to apply is July 14.
#UniteAgainstBookBans

Check out some new resources developed by PLA member volunteers, as we close out this #NationalVolunteerWeek !
Intellectual freedom resources compiled specifically for public libraries: ala.org/pla/issues/ifr…
An interactive website w/ EDISJ activities: bit.ly/EDISJ_Challenge

My brother and I grew up playing Crash Bandicoot on our PlayStation.

We’d turn down the sound all the way so we could listen to CHRONICLES OF NARNIA books on CD we borrowed from the library 😂

It’s one of my cherished library memories. What are your early library memories?

An update from Maulik Pancholy in response to the Cumberland Valley School District school board’s 5-4 decision to reinstate his author visit to Mountain View Middle School.

.American Library Association announced launch #IntellectualFreedom Helpline program. Over nxt two years, 10 pilot program sites will operate a confidential reporting system to connect those experiencing censorship attempts w/professional support/referral to ALA OIF Apply at oif.ala.org/ala-launches-i…

Did you hear the news? Mayor Eric Adams unveiled an Executive Budget that STILL leaves library funding down $58.3 million. Make your voice heard and send City leaders a clear message: #NoCutsToLibraries !

Sign your name now: on.nypl.org/4dfCzwl

NEW: The FCC has voted to adopt #NetNeutrality guidelines!

ALA has long advocated for this change, which ALA Pres. Emily Drabinski said was 'critical to our nation’s social, cultural, educational & economic well-being': ala.org/news/press-rel…

Learn more: thehill.com/policy/technol…

One of my students let me know that Conan O’Brien featured a children’s librarian from Prov Public Library Providence Public Library on his podcast. Love it! Go to 5 minute mark for discussion of play and community at the library. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/con… Team Coco American Libraries Lisa Peet

Check out our volunteer overview guide and learn more about the many volunteer opportunities within ALA, Divisions, Round Tables, and more! ala.org/aboutala/commi…

Mine are on this list, are yours?

New grants for states to start their own intellectual freedom helplines from American Library Association ! ala.org/news/member-ne…

Today's library workers are the ❤️❤️❤️ of our communities! You provide not only essential resources like books and wifi but also critical access to information and a safe, inclusive space for everyone. Join us as we celebrate―YOU. #ALAAC24 Register today. bit.ly/ALAAC24-Regist…

Last night, the Millburn School District 24 in suburban Chicago voted to *UNBAN* the Rebecca Caudill Awards program in the schools. This came following tremendous pushback and on-the-ground efforts locally and nationally: bookriot.com/the-rebecca-ca…

***Update to the update: HB 414 has been pulled from tomorrow’s agenda.***

***Update: All 3 bills for Thursday have been pulled from the agenda and will most likely be on the schedule for next week.***